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Thomson / Islandwide
Singapore's most popular authentic Thai restaurant chain — bold flavours, huge portions, and incredibly low prices. The green curry is a revelation.
Must try
💡 Queues are long on weekends. The Upper Thomson outlet has the most authentic atmosphere.
Get DirectionsOrchard / Islandwide
Upscale-casual Thai comfort food with a menu spanning street food classics and elevated Thai dishes. The mango sticky rice is worth visiting for alone.
Must try
💡 Weekday lunch sets are excellent value. Order the mango sticky rice early — it often runs out.
Get DirectionsRobertson Quay
A cosy Thai kitchen by the river known for fresh, herbaceous flavours and consistently good execution across the full Thai repertoire.
Must try
💡 Great for a relaxed riverside dinner. The larb gai is outstanding.
Get DirectionsIslandwide
Thai BBQ steamboat (mookata) — grill meats on a dome while your broth cooks below in a trough. A unique and fun group dining experience.
Must try
💡 Comes in unlimited (buffet) style — pace yourself. Best with 4+ people.
Get DirectionsAmara Hotel / Tanjong Pagar
Fine-dining Thai in a beautiful Thai-decorated room — one of Singapore's oldest upscale Thai restaurants, known for royal Thai cuisine.
Must try
💡 Smart casual dress recommended. The miang kham appetiser is a beautiful experience.
Get DirectionsGeylang / East
No-frills authentic Thai food in Geylang — run by Thai staff, with flavours that draw a loyal crowd of Thai expats and foodies.
Must try
💡 Cash only. Very authentic — expect chilli heat levels aimed at Thai customers.
Get DirectionsIslandwide
A budget Thai chain that punches above its weight on flavour — reliable for a quick and satisfying Thai meal in a food court setting.
Must try
💡 Order the set meals for best value.
Get DirectionsPARKROYAL Kitchener / Little India
The rooftop Thai restaurant at PARKROYAL on Kitchener Road — elevated presentations and a beautiful pool-adjacent setting.
Must try
💡 Request a rooftop table at sunset for the best experience.
Get DirectionsLavender / Kallang
A hawker stall famous for its pad thai — hand-tossed in a wok with fresh ingredients and executed with consistency every single order.
Must try
💡 One of the best pad thai stalls in Singapore at hawker prices.
Get DirectionsTiong Bahru
A popular neighbourhood Thai eatery in Tiong Bahru with a short focused menu — everything is done well.
Must try
💡 Small seating — take-away is an option. Great for a quick solo meal.
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