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Wondering where to head for authentic Thai food? From Samsen to Nara, we’ve rounded up the best Thai restaurants in Hong Kong, including popular hotspots, hidden gems and our team’s favourites.
Shaped by diverse influences — Indian, Indonesian, Lao, Malaysian and southern Chinese, to name a few — Thai food is all about balancing salty, sweet, sour, bitter and spicy flavours. Here in Hong Kong, Thai food occupies a unique position in our feverishly multicultural culinary landscape. Although initially finding an epicentre in Kowloon City, where it was first popularised by Thai merchants drawn to trade opportunities, Thai cuisine has since garnered fresh audiences at restaurants across the territory.
From full-flavoured meals to remind you of the Mekong to Michelin-recognised bowls of food inspired by regional tastes and intertwined histories, here’s our roundup of the best Thai restaurants in Hong Kong.
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Samsen – Popular Thai restaurant in Wan Chai, Central and Sheung Wan
If the snaking queues outside every Samsen branch tells us anything, it’s that Hongkongers love this particular Thai chain – and are willing to spend over an hour waiting in often sweltering heat in order to dive into an even hotter bowl of boat noodles. Each location has its own identity and some branch-specific dishes, so if you’ve tried one and loved it, make sure to pop into the others too to check out the different delicious plates and drinks.
Must-try dishes: Wagyu beef boat noodle soup, Crispy omelette of baby oysters & spring onions, Khao soi chicken, Young coconut ice cream
Prices: Mains range $148 to $248
Opening hours: 11:45am to 3pm & 6pm to 10pm (until 11pm on Fridays and Saturdays)
Samsen, various locations across Hong Kong, www.samsen-hk.com
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Nara, Apinara & Lady Nara – Authentic Thai cuisine brought to Hong Kong from Bangkok
Founded over 20 years ago in Bangkok by a group of female entrepreneurs determined to let diners experience authentic Thai cuisine, Nara quickly became a fan-favourite after opening its doors in Hong Kong in 2018. Then came Apinara Thai Cuisine & Bar which elevated those beloved dishes even more (and offered an Afternoon Tea set) and finally the highly Instagrammable Lady Nara, which cooks up Thai dishes inspired by Western-style comfort food. Honestly, the spread of them across Hong Kong makes it super convenient for most locals to find a branch close enough to try!
Must-try dishes: Tom Yum Kung with king prawns, Grilled pork neck with papaya salad, Soft shell crab yellow curry (with a side of roti!)
Prices: Main generally range $138 to $298
Opening hours: 11:30am to 9:30pm (varies slightly between locations)
Nara, Shop 507, L5, New Town Plaza, 18 Sha Tin Centre Street, Sha Tin, Hong Kong, 3188 1138
Apinara, Shop 205, Level 2, Pacific Place, 88 Queensway, Admiralty, Hong Kong, 3107 1888
Lady Nara, 3303, Level 3, Gateway Arcade, Harbour City, 3-27 Canton Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 2153 3730, www.narahk.com
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Mint & Basil – Thai and Vietnamese restaurant in Sai Wan Ho
Another cuisine favourite of Hongkongers? Vietnamese! So is it any wonder some genius thought to combine the two? This Asian restaurant isn’t really a ‘fusion’ spot per se, because for the most part it doesn’t combine the two cuisines within plates, but rather offers separate iconic dishes from their respective cuisines that stay as close to their roots as possible. To that end, it makes for a great spot for groups of friends with different palates – craving something fiery? Opt for a hot Thai curry. Want something milder but just as wholesome? Vietnamese mains will save the day.
Must-try dishes: Char-grilled beef sirloin, Vietnamese yellow curry with chicken, Thai yellow curry crab meat
Prices: Mains range $108 to $218
Opening hours: Sunday to Thursday, 11am to 10:30pm; Friday, 11am to 12am; Saturday, 11am to 11:30pm
Mint & Basil, Shop 4-6, G/F, Site A, Lei King Wan, Sai Wan Ho, Hong Kong, 2563 3388, uhg.hk/mint-basil
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Add Some Thai – Hidden gem fusion Thai restaurant in Kwun Tong
This is a bit of a hit-or-miss spot, you either love it (on a good day) or you don’t really – but to be fair, most of the people who left disappointed didn’t realise this is a Western-Thai fusion restaurant, and as such the ingredients and flavours aren’t exactly what they’re used to. With that being said, Add Some Thai does have a nice ambience – especially for date night – reasonable prices for set menus and a varied selection of dishes, just know what you’re in for beforehand!
Must-try dishes: Thai shrimp and green papaya salad, Tom yum seafood pineapple fried rice, Lychee Yakult smoothie
Prices: Usually $150 to $200 per person
Opening hours: 12pm to 10pm
Add Some Thai, Flat 9D, Block One, Camelpaint Building, 62 Hoi Yuen Road, Kwun Tong, Hong Kong, 5374 1988, IG: @addsomethaihk
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Chili Club – Mainstay Thai restaurant in Wan Chai for good reason
If you value the word of someone who’s lived in Thailand for over 6 years, you’ll pay attention: Chili Club is worth a visit. It may not be the bustling hub that required reservations it was a decade or two ago, but the food has remained consistently delicious in its no-frills environment. Editor Veena, who’s spent the majority of her adult life in Phuket, maintains that Chili Club’s Steamed fish with lime, chilli and garlic is one of the best in the world (especially if you like your food hot in every way possible), and she especially appreciates that the staff with helpfully debone your fish if you ask. We highly recommend you go in a group so you can try as many dishes as possible, but then again, did a solo Chicken green curry and Jasmine rice ever hurt anyone?
Must-try dishes: Charcoal grilled pork, Fried prawn with chilli paste, Steamed whole fish with lime, chilli and garlic, Chicken green curry
Prices: Mains generally range $90 to $260
Opening hours: 12pm to 3pm & 6pm to 11pm
Chili Club, 1/F, 88 Lockhart Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong, 2527 2872
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Siaw – Michelin Bib Gourmand restaurant offering Thai street food from Isan
Did you know that when you’re gorging on Grilled pork neck, Papaya salad or Larb, you’re enjoying the Northeastern delicacies of Thailand? Siaw puts Isan cuisine front and centre – and both Team Sassy and the Michelin Bib Gourmand guide recognises its prowess. You’ll find the usual suspects like Wagyu boat noodles and Pad kra pao, but if you’re after a fiery kick more commonly found up north, go for the Phad kee mao or the sweet-sour Crispy catfish and green mango salad. And make sure to leave room for the desserts – it’s often our favourite part!
Must-try dishes: Phad kee mao (spicy prawn flat noodles), Khanom krok (pan-fried coconut rice pancakes), Grilled kaya toast with pandan flavoured ice cream
Prices: Mains range $98 to $168
Opening hours: 12pm to 3pm & 6pm to 10pm (until 11pm on Fridays and Saturdays)
Siaw, Shop 8, 8 Hart Avenue, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 9229 1655, siaw-hk.com
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Chachawan – Team-favourite Thai restaurant between Sai Ying Pun and Sheung Wan
It’s lunchtime, maybe it’s a special occasion, someone mentions ‘Chachawan’ as an option, and suddenly several members of Team Sassy have jumped onboard and are gleefully heading towards this convenient spot on the border of Sheung Wan and Sai Ying Pun. It’s happened more times than we care to admit, but that tantalising Chacha Lunch menu keeps us coming back. This is another restaurant that centres authentic Isan cuisine, and you’ll find hearty salads, curries and grilled meats here that’ll keep you satiated for a while. Executive editor Suchetana is a fan of the Khao Pad, the wok-fried rice with crab meat, egg and spring onions, whose crabmeat to rice ratio is very generous.
Must-try dishes: Khao soi, Som dtum thai (green papaya salad), Phad kee mao (spicy noodles with chicken), Khao Pad, Pad see ew (flat noodles)
Prices: Mains range $148 to $228
Opening hours: 12pm to 3:30pm & 6pm to 11pm
Chachawan, 206 Hollywood Road, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong, 5590 7532, www.chachawan.hk
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Baan Thai – Easy Thai food in Central, Causeway Bay and Sai Ying Pun
Baan Thai is another favourite of the team, especially of Radha’s, our Client Engagement Executive, who loves how many veggie options it has. All branches are designed to make you feel right at home, with food cooked exclusively by Thai chefs, making sure you get that authentic taste of the Land of Smiles with every bite. Baan Thai also offers a few cute Thai-themed cocktails (like Mekong Mule and Bangkok Banger), mocktails, fresh coconut, Thai beers and wines from around the world – so your thirst will be quenched no matter what!
Must-try dishes: Yellow curry, Chicken with cashew nuts, Spicy green mango salad
Prices: Mains range $128 to $328
Opening hours: 12pm to 11pm (until 12am in Central)
Baan Thai, various locations across Hong Kong, baanthai.hk
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Thai Vegetarian Food – Kowloon City staple serving veggie Thai delights
It’s all in the name really, this popular spot serves vegetarian Thai food. It avoids eggs, milk, meat and onions in its cooking, and is beloved by many, including our team’s resident vegetarian Radha. It’s very much a hole-in-the-wall restaurant, run by an attentive family committed to delicious dining, but it’s built a loyal following over the years for its authentic food and variety of veg dishes. Let us also just say, you don’t have to be vegetarian to enjoy the food, meat-eaters can happily chow down here too, as long as you love wholesome Thai flavours!
Sassy Tip: Pop in during lunch for an amazing-value set: Main dish & drink for $60!
Must-try dishes: Fried veggie chicken with basil and chilli, Satay skewers, Fried rice with veggie chicken, basil and chilli, Boat noodles soup
Prices: Mains generally range $70 to $120
Opening hours: 12pm to 3pm & 6pm to 10pm
Thai Vegetarian Food, G/F, 28 South Wall Road, Kowloon City, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 6153 7421, Instagram: @thaivegetarianfood
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Thonglor – Elevated and rustic Thai street food in Kowloon
A few current and past members of Team Sassy will tell you this is one of the best Thai restaurants in Hong Kong, hands down, so you can imagine our excitement when they expanded and opened a second venue! Thonglor is known for bringing the spirit of late Bangkok nights to the streets of Kowloon City, complete with neon lights and a rustic but cinematic setting. Plus, the expansion brought us a new late-night snack menu featuring iconic street food bites like Thai red sausage, Grilled pork neck and Crab meat fried rice, and a curated cocktail menu (who else is curious about the Mango Sticky Rice cocktail?).
Must-try dishes: Khao soi, Pad see ew wagyu, Khra phao pork
Prices: Mains generally range $88 to $128
Opening hours: 12pm to 10pm (until 10:30pm on weekends)
Thonglor, 19-21 Lung Kong Road, Kowloon City, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 2382 4855, Instagram: @thonglorhk
