20 spots for tantalising Thai food in Singapore that are sure to tingle your taste buds

Hungry for some Thai food in Singapore? With the use of aromatic spices, herbs and strong flavourings, it is impossible to resist the flavour bomb that is Thai food. Sweet, sour, savoury and spicy, these all come together harmoniously to deliver that knockout kick, muay Thai-style.

Thai food has always been a favourite of Singaporeans and we’re pretty fortunate that there are so many options for Thai food in Singapore so we don’t have to travel all the way to Thailand when craving some authentic fare.

We’re here to help you avoid the tough job of having to narrow down the best Thai food in Singapore — you will find a variety of different Thai dishes and food offerings in Singapore at a range of different budget points. 

Here are our 20 spots for tantalising Thai food in Singapore that will tingle your taste buds:

1. Un Yang Kor Dai

57 South Bridge Road, 01-02
Open: Tuesday to Sunday (11.30am to 2.30pm, 6pm to 10pm)

Why visit? Un Yang Kor Dai translates to “anything goes” in Thai, but once you’ve tried the food here, you’ll realise it’s really only anything that is the best. Specialising in the fiery Isaan cuisine that hails from north-eastern Thailand, this Michelin Bib Gourmand awardee for the past three consecutive years packs in the punches — the food here is consistently good every time we visit. 

It is advisable to make a reservation before heading down due to its popularity; there is also a 90-minute time limit for dining in.

Crowd favourites: For the meat lovers, try the grilled pork neck (S$17.50) on its own, or have the Isaan spicy grilled pork neck fried rice (S$16.50). 

The grilled eggplant with spicy minced pork hot basil (S$17.90) is a piece of art with the flavourful pork mince pairing perfectly with the glistening whole eggplant. 

2. Folks Collective

Cross Street Exchange, 01-50/51/52/53, 22 Cross Street
Open: Monday to Saturday (11am to 11pm)

Aperia Mall, 01-17/20, 12 Kallang Avenue
Open: Tuesday to Sunday (11.30am to 10pm)

Why visit? A charming eatery with a vintage interior that’s full of nostalgic feels, Folks Collective offers a delightful selection of modern Thai dishes with authentic yet elevated flavours. Even the Thais themselves love dining here!

Its lunch sets (from S$10.90) served in classic tiffin trays have always been a popular choice, especially at the Cross Street outlet that’s located in the heart of the CBD. 

In case you’ve only been to one outlet, do note that the menus differ between the outlets, so try both if you haven’t already! The menu at its Aperia Mall outlet features a more concise selection of what’s available at Cross Street, but there’s still loads to choose from. 

Crowd favourites: Its trio pork platter 2.0 (S$32) with pork done three ways is a must-try. For the more adventurous, its flower crab Yum/Tum (S$39), which features raw marinated crabs in a carmelised fish sauce, is something that many people come here specially for! Both are great for sharing.

You can make a reservation at Folks Collective via Chope. 

3. Khao Hom by Rung Mama

Multiple outlets islandwide.
Open: Operating hours vary across stores

Why visit? Khao Hom by Rung Mama prides itself in serving the same kind of food that you expect to get if you were in Thailand. The shop is named after Mama Rung herself, who has been cooking Thai food from her kitchen for decades, so we have her to thank for these yummy recipes. 

Here, you can expect bold and diverse flavours from food that’s made from scratch with the freshest ingredients and finest spices. There are slight differences in the menus of its outlets, so do check out the respective menus online first before heading down if you have a specific dish in mind. We’d also advise making a reservation on the weekends.

Crowd favourites: The star of Khao Hom is its chunky crab meat omelette roll (S$30) that is generously stuffed with crab meat and perfectly crisped. 

If you’re dining on your own and can’t deal with a whole omelette roll (though honestly we think you can and should still go for it), you can also have the crab meat omelette with rice (S$12). Besides that, it does a pretty good grilled moo ping (pork skewers, S$12) as well.

4. Thachang

171 Telok Ayer Street
Open: Monday to Sunday (11.30am to 10.30pm)

Bugis Junction, 02-46, 200 Victoria Street
Open: Sunday to Thursday (11.30am to 10pm), Friday and Saturday (11.30am to 10.30pm)

Why visit? Thachang is a Thai noodle bar known for its Thai boat noodles. Previously located in Golden Mile Complex, the old haven for the creme de la creme of Thai food in Singapore, it now has new homes in central locations — which means it’s even more readily available to the masses, hooray!

If you’re up for a piping hot bowl of rich, flavourful and lightly-herbal soup broth with your choice of noodles, you have to visit Thachang. It has even upped the ante with its hotpot boat noodles sets (from S$28.90, with toppings as add ons)! Other than noodle dishes, there is a huge menu of other items and you are sure to find something that tickles your fancy. 

Crowd favourites: The signature boat noodles are really what people visit for since they’re its specialty, so get either the special beef boat noodles or the special pork boat noodles (both start from S$1.90 for a small bowl), depending on your preference! 

The broth for its boat noodles is incredibly aromatic, slightly sweet and whichever your protein choice, both bowls come with a decent amount of tender meat (even the small ones!).

You can make a reservation at Thachang via Chope. 

5. ChilChil Thai Street Kitchen

Cineleisure, 01-07, 8 Grange Road
Open: Sunday to Thursday (12pm to 11pm), Friday and Saturday (12pm to 1am)

HillV2, 01-02, 4 Hillview Rise
Open: Sunday to Monday (11am to 10.30pm)

Why visit? Located in the heart of Orchard Road and having just opened a second outlet at Upper Bukit Timah, ChilChil Thai Street Kitchen brings together great vibes and delicious Thai food. We especially appreciate the reasonable price point — you can savour a meal for one at less than $10. Its Cineleisure outlet is also the perfect supper spot on a Friday or Saturday night since it opens till 1am and also serves a decent selection of beers and liquors.

If you’re still not convinced, it may interest you to know that it has been visited by ex-Thai PM Yingluck Shinawatra who has given her stamp of approval for authentic Thai food that’s reminiscent of what you’d get from the Land of Smiles.

Crowd favourites: If you’re here with a group, you have to try its Thai super bowl (S$43.80), a giant tray of tom yum Mama noodles simmered with premium ingredients of your choice, be it seafood or beef. It’s such a visual spectacle that all eyes will be on you, or rather, your food. Douse the spice with a refreshing Thai dessert — its Thai red ruby (S$4.80) has the perfect crunch and sweetness. 

6. Fourgather

Amoy Hotel, 01-02, 76 Telok Ayer Street
Open: Monday to Saturday (11.30 to 11.30pm)

Why visit? Fourgather is a rather new player in the market, having only opened earlier this year, but it has certainly made its mark. Nestled away at Amoy Hotel behind the Fuk Tak Chi temple that is now a museum, Fourgather may be a little challenging to locate but it will be well worth your effort.

It aims to elevate Thai cuisine and introduce the local crowd to lesser-seen Thai dishes that lean towards the more unique. If that isn’t reason enough to visit, the restaurant’s interior is reminiscent of the vibes you might get at a Thai night market — eclectic, artsy, vibrant, stylish, and hipster all rolled into one. 

Crowd favourites: Besides its affordable lunch sets (starting from S$9.90) that cater to the CBD crowd, we’re impressed by its special Thai watermelon salad (S$16.90) which is a most refreshing blend of sweet, spicy and tangy. 

Its crispy tamarind fish (S$39.90) is another show stealer, with crispy fish fillets drizzled with tamarind sauce presented atop the whole fish itself. The staff there advise eating it with the surrounding lettuce leaves, like you would for Korean barbecue, for the best taste.

We speak to the founders of Fourgather to find out why they started the place.

You can make a reservation at Fourgather via Chope. 

7. Soi 47 Thai Food

Multiple outlets islandwide.
Open: Operating hours vary across stores

Why visit? With six outlets scattered across the island, it is impressive and laudable that Soi 47 Thai Food maintains the same high, consistent standards across them all. We also love how accessible the outlets are as well, with a cosy and casual ambience that’s welcoming to all Singaporeans of all walks of life.

The prices on its menu differ very slightly across outlets, with some of the finger food at the Toa Payoh and Clementi outlets in the heartlands priced slightly lower. Despite the differing prices, what remains consistent is that the prices have been purposefully kept inexpensive — one of its main draws that keeps the crowds coming back. More importantly, the food is hearty and tasty. 

Crowd favourites: Its signature dishes are its steamed seabass with Thai lime sauce (S$26), which is fresh and succulent, and its claypot tang hoon with seafood or prawns (S$16) that promises a burst of flavours. 

For the more adventurous, its jumbo cockles (S$20) — one of the rarer finds in Singapore — is a dish that will warm the cockles of your heart.

8. Diandin Leluk Thai Restaurant

City Gate, 01-05 & 01-17/18, 371 Beach Road
Open: Monday to Sunday (11am to 10pm)

Why visit? Another previous stalwart of the superb Thai food at Golden Mile Complex, Diandin Leluk Thai Restaurant has been around since the early 1980s and has its own loyal following — for good reason. 

Even though it’s moved to a new location and may not have the same old-school vibes and bustling atmosphere, you can be assured that its food is still prepared with the same heart and hands.

The space at City Gate has been divided into two seating areas, each at one end of the mall so don’t be surprised if you see your food arriving on a trolley from across the hallway. 

Crowd favourites: if you’re around on a weekday, its mix and match set lunch (S$8.90) has to be one of the most value-for-money ones out there. You’d get a choice of one rice or noodle main like pineapple rice or pad Thai, one side dish, one drink and one dessert with a choice of chendol or tapioca. Now that’s hard to beat. 

Other than that, it’s pretty well known for its juicy and springy Diandin homemade deep fried prawn cake (from S$12).

9. Joe’s Kitchen Thai Cuisine

125 Bukit Merah Lane 1, 01-182
Open: Friday to Wednesday (11am to 3pm, 5pm to 10pm)

Why visit? Joe’s Kitchen Thai Cuisine is the place to go for homely Thai food in Singapore that’s cooked up in a humble kitchen, by none other than Joe, a Thai native. Its storefront may look unassuming and the interior unfanciful, but this hole-in-the-wall restaurant has actually been around since 2006. 

Here, you will get to savour the rich flavours of authentic home-styled Thai food that is warm, comforting and satisfying. If you’re ever in the vicinity of Bukit Merah or Alexandra Village, do drop by to pay Joe’s Kitchen a visit.

Crowd favourites: Joe’s prawn cakes (S$3.30 per piece) are handmade and delicious. They are rather sizeable too, so you can have them cut up for sharing. 

Its tom ka soup with coconut milk (from S$8.50), that’s essentially a Thai coconut milk soup,  is a lovely blend of spicy, sour and milky. This soup is not as well-known as its tom yum counterpart but it’s definitely worth a try here!

10. Jai Thai

Multiple outlets islandwide.
Open: Operating hours vary across stores

Why visit? Jai Thai has branded itself as the most wallet-friendly and value-for-money authentic Thai cuisine, and the general consensus, judging from the crowds that throng its outlets at mealtimes, is that it most certainly is! 

Its outlets at Clover Way and Purvis Street are where you can get no-frills Thai food in Singapore that still ticks all the boxes for flavour, while its Singpost Centre spot is a halal-certified restaurant with a similar sounding name Jai Siam. In case you ever want some Thai for a house party, Jai Thai does rather good catering as well.

Crowd favourites: For great value and variety, it offers family set menus that saves you from any decision making woes — its sets start from S$29.90 for two diners, and go up to S$119.90 for eight diners.

In each set, you’ll get to savour a variety of its best dishes, but its tom yum seafood, a whole fish (tilapia or sea bass depending on your set of choice) in your selected cooking style, and fried mixed vegetables, are guaranteed staples that will ensure a full and wholesome meal.

11. Huay Kwang Thai Wanton Mee

Kampong Ubi Industrial Estate, 01-159, 3021 Ubi Ave 2
Open: Monday to Saturday (7.30am to 3pm)

Why visit? Wanton noodles on its own is a popular enough dish, but Thai wanton mee has combined the traditional elements of these noodles with a unique blend of Thai condiments, making it rather sought-after in its own right. Huay Kwang Thai Wanton Mee is an unpretentious stall in a coffee shop that does justice to the Thai version of this dish.

Enjoy springy, flavour-coated noodles, tender and moist char siew slices, and plump wantons with a heaping of crispy lard, spring onion and coriander here. If you enjoy spice, you’d appreciate its dry chilli flakes as well. What keeps regulars coming back for its noodles is how each of the elements are all done so well and are good on their own. To top it all off, portions are very generous, too. 

Crowd favourites: Have its signature Thai-style char siew wanton noodles (S$7) for the full experience. It comes with a good serving size of the usual ingredients — flavourful noodles, wontons, char siew, and vegetables, as well as slices of Thai sausage to complete the Thai experience. 

12. Kin Sen Thai Noodle

Starhub Green, Level 1, 67 Ubi Avenue 1
Open: Monday to Friday (11am to 3pm, 4.30pm to 7.30pm), Saturday (11am to 7.30pm)

Why visit? Kin Sen Thai Noodle sells a wide variety of both rice and noodle dishes from Thailand, but it’s best known for its khao soi, a curry noodle soup originating from Chiang Mai. Khao soi itself is not that commonly found in Singapore, and this place has brought an authentic version of this dish to our shores.

The thick, flavourful curry broth is accompanied by thick yellow noodles (imported specially from Thailand), succulent chicken legs and topped with crispy noodles.  A side of cilantro, fresh onions and a squeeze of lime adds that perfect zest that we never knew we needed.

Crowd favourites: It definitely has to be its popular khao soi, the Thai curry chicken noodle (S$6) that even the Thais themselves praise for being legit. 

Coming in second would be the Thai noodle thick soup (S$5.50), a herbal soup broth that has a perfect balance of sweet and savoury. The flavours in both dishes really come through thanks to Kin Sen’s use of quality ingredients and spices.

13. Beerthai House Restaurant

155 Kitchener Road, 01-01
Open: Monday to Sunday (11am to 10pm)

City Gate, 02-37, 371 Beach Road
Open: Monday, Wednesday to Friday (11.30am to 10pm), Saturday and Sunday (11am to 10pm)

Why visit? Previously also located in Golden Mile Complex, Beerthai House Restaurant opened two new outlets following the closure of its original one. Helmed by Chef Somsak Chomprach and his family, it has built up a solid reputation for affordable and authentic Thai food over the years.

With an extensive menu spanning more than 100 items, you will be guaranteed a feast here — you’ll even find unique items that transport you to the streets of Thailand, such as barbecued pork intestines, and a very exciting assortment of salads. 

Crowd favourites: Its pork leg rice (S$7) is a huge favourite, with tender, juicy pork chunks that are melt-in-your-mouth goodness. 

You should also try its steamed sotong with spicy lime sauce (S$20) — a zesty and tangy dish that’s sure to whet your appetite, as well as its crab meat omelette (S$17) — a lovely plate of gooey, yellow omelette topped generously with huge chunks of crab meat. 

14. 87 Just Thai

34B Lorong Mambong
Open: Sunday to Thursday (11.45am to 2.30pm, 5.30pm to 10pm), Friday and Saturday (11.45am to 2.30pm, 5.30pm to 10.30pm)

57 Killiney Road
Open: Thursday to Tuesday (12pm to 2.30pm, 5.30pm to 9.30pm)

Why visit? If you find yourself in the swanky Holland Village or vibrant Somerset areas, check out 87 Just Thai for a dose of authentic Thai nosh that’s not just delectable, but also decently priced. 

If you’re at the Holland Village outlet, you’ll get to dine along the Chao Phraya River, with a splendid sunset view of the iconic Wat Arun Temple as well — thanks to its spectacular full-sized feature wall. With such delightful food and ambience, you might even just forget that you’re still in Singapore.

Crowd favourites: There are several 87 Just Thai chef specials that are worth the buck and the calories and the tom yum goong maprao oon (tom yum prawn soup with coconut milk, $29.90) is one of them. It is noteworthy not just because it’s right at the top of the menu, but because it’s made from a special recipe incorporating the use of fresh coconut and giant river prawns — items that are very Thai indeed. 

Another special of note is its deep fried century egg with hot basil chicken or pork (S$11), a rather unique dish with distinctive flavours — a must-try if you’re a fan of both century egg and stir-fried basil proteins.  

15. Thai Hao Chi Mookata

908 Upper Thomson Road
Open: Monday to Sunday (5pm to 12.30am)

1550 Bedok North Avenue 4, 01-15
Open: Monday to Sunday (11.30am to 3pm, 5pm to 10.30pm)

Why visit? We can’t cover Thai food in Singapore with nary a mookata mention. Our pick of choice is Thai Hao Chi Mookata for the following reasons:

Firstly, it is one of the few mookata places in Singapore that still uses a charcoal grill that gives your food that distinct, smoky taste and enhanced flavours. Secondly, its soup broth is rich and flavourful enough without any MSG. Lastly, it serves up mookata sets at nett pricing, without any GST or service charge — it really can’t get any better than that!

Crowd favourites: Ordering here is simple as its yum mak mak set (S$39.90 for sharing between two to three diners), which has everything you’d need for a very fulfilling mookata meal. It includes meat and seafood that have been well-marinated, as well as a good portion of vegetables, mushrooms, vermicelli and two eggs. 

You can then choose to add on a variety of a la carte options — its bak kwa (S$10) and Thai-style sliced abalone (S$8) are popular choices!

16. Korat Thai Cafe

Orchard Towers, 03-28, 400 Orchard Road
Open: Sunday to Monday (12pm to 10pm)

Why visit? Korat Thai Cafe is a hidden gem in Orchard Towers, a building with a bit of a notorious reputation that it’s looking to shed. Thankfully, establishments like this make it worth the trip there because the Thai food here is rather irresistible. In fact, Korat Thai Cafe is now owned by Class 95 DJs Justin Ang and Vernon A, who bought over the brand in 2023 because they were that impressed by the food. 

With the new ownership comes exciting new dishes have been added but the decades-old favourites such as its deep-fried garlic pepper chicken/beef/pork/prawn (S$13.50) have also been retained. For its location in Orchard, prices are also very reasonable, and its friendly and approachable staff also make for a great dining experience.

Crowd favourites: Its Korat tom yum Mama (S$32 for sharing between two to three diners) or tom yum Mama Ultra (S$65 for sharing between four to six diners) is a must-try for tom yum lovers, and features the popular tom yum Mama noodles with a generous dose of seafood and egg. 

You’ll also need to try the highly-raved signature crispy omelette (from S$9.50) with your protein of choice — it’s a sinful indulgence of crispy goodness on the outside and fluffy egg on the inside.

17. Nummum Thai Kitchen

Thomson Imperial Court, 01-03, 200 Upper Thomson Road
Open: Tuesday to Sunday (11.30am to 2.30pm, 5.30pm to 9pm)

103 Yishun Ring Road, 01-85
Open: Tuesday to Sunday (11.30am to 2.30pm, 5.30pm to 9pm)

Why visit? Nummun Thai Kitchen is another spot in town where any Thai craving you have will be well-satisfied. The menu is a rather typical one you’d find in any Thai restaurant, but the standard and authenticity of the food is really anything but ordinary. We’d even say it’s on par with what you might find in Thailand itself.

Of course, with such good food, the atmosphere is bustling so do expect queues during peak hours. We promise you that it’ll be worth the wait though!

Crowd favourites: Its crab meat omelette (S$28) has received rave reviews — after all, it’s the dish that Nummun is known for, with chunks of crab meat wrapped in a fluffy omelette pillow. 

Another dish to have is its grilled pork neck (S$10), which comes with a generous portion of tender, juicy, chargrilled meat with the perfect spicy and tangy dip to go along.

18. Sarai

Tanglin Mall, 03-122, 163 Tanglin Road
Open: Monday to Sunday (11.30am to 3pm, 5.30pm to 10pm)

Why visit? Sarai is a classy and sophisticated establishment headed by chef Chimkit Khamphuang, better known as chef Lisa. She pays homage to traditional Thai cuisine by designing innovative dishes that celebrate the flavours that Thais are so known for.

You will feast like a king here. In fact, it is said that some of these dishes here are similar to those enjoyed by the Thai royal family. Each dish is plated with care and presented beautifully, for a wholesome gastronomic experience, fit for royalty.

Crowd favourites: The first of its star dishes is the yum som o puu nim, a pomelo salad with soft shell crab (S$28). The second is gaeng raweng neua, a dry green curry with wagyu beef and white turmeric (S$36). 

If you’re open to new flavours, you can also try its Rediscovery lunch and dinner set menu, which changes seasonally. 

Editor’s note: Prices listed above are before taxes and service charges.

19. Restaurant Khiri

15 Hamilton Road
Open: Monday to Thursday (6pm to 10.30pm), Friday and Saturday (12pm to 2.30pm, 6pm to 10.30pm)

Why visit? Formerly known as Restaurant Chedi, Restaurant Khiri adopted its new name in 2023 (which means “mountain” in Thai) and hopes to reach new heights with its new name. Restaurant Khiri is a Michlin-recommended spot, lauded for how its refined traditional Thai dishes, and for providing a contemporary Thai dining experience with exciting and novel dishes.

It serves up tasting menus that boast bold and explosive flavours, bringing you on a journey through the various regions of Thailand. What’s even better is that these menus get refreshed over the year, so you’ll have every reason to visit even if you’ve been there before.

Crowd favourites: Dining here is omakase-styled, and you can even opt for the menu size that suits your palate and preference. The Experience tasting menu starts from S$108 for six courses. Some dishes you can expect include Thai crispy laab meat balls with mixed herbs and toasted rice powder and grilled Iberico pork shoulder, Isaan-style. 

You can head over to its website to check out the respective menus.

20. Super Thai by Soi Aroy

379 Upper Aljunied Road
Open: Sunday to Thursday (11am to 10pm), Friday and Saturday (11am to 12am)

91 Pasir Panjang Road
Open: Sunday to Thursday (11am to 10pm), Friday and Saturday (11am to 12am)

Why visit? Super Thai by Soi Aroy is a fun place to be, operating as a restaurant in the day and a bistro at night. 

When it comes to food, its specialty is putting a modern twist on the quintessential Thai dishes and utilising authentic ingredients imported from Thailand to ensure that it serves nothing but the best. 

For drinks, Happy Hour happens every Monday to Friday (except public holidays) where you’d get to enjoy 50% off — wines go for half-off from 11am to 7pm, while beers go at half price from 3pm to 7pm. Alternatively, indulge yourself in its cocktails, some of which have been concocted with a Thai spin.

Crowd favourites: The food menu is extensive and there are so many good options to choose from! Guaranteed hits would be its claypot glass noodles with prawns (from S$17) and Soy Aroy signature mixed platter (from S$20) where the moo ping, grilled chicken and pork jowl is torched upon serving for that extra smoky kick. 

Additionally, Fridays are oyster days here and you can enjoy a platter of six or more juicy and succulent fresh oysters at a special price of S$2.50 per oyster.

For the latest on the food scene, read our latest round-up of November’s new openings, as well as check out this well-loved sandwich shop that’s recently reopened. 

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