3 Best Thai Restaurants in Philadelphia, PA

Expert-recommended Top 3 Thai Restaurants in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. All of our thai restaurants actually face a rigorous 50-Point Inspection, which includes customer reviews, history, complaints, ratings, satisfaction, trust, cost and general excellence. You deserve only the best!

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GRANDMA'S PHILLY

1304 Walnut Street,
Philadelphia, PA 19107 Directions

Since 2022

Specialty:

Thai Cole Slaw Thai Papaya Salad Crying Grandma Grandma's Salad Larb Ped Tom Kha Soup Tom Yum Soup Kang Ron Tom Yum Noodles Curry Puffs Crispy Chive Chicken Satay Skewers Fried Calamari Sriracha Wings Sai Ua Grilled Sticky Rice + Pork Tofu Satay Skewers Grandma's Meatballs Chicken Lettuce Wrap Veggie Spring Rolls Steamed Dumplings Shrimp Satay Skewers Crab Rangoon Mee Krop - Shrimp Mee Krop - Tofu Kra Prow Spicy Bamboo Spicy Garlic Eggplant Crispy Pork Belly Pad Thai - Stir Fried Noodles Pad Kee Mao Crabmeat Fried Rice Pineapple Fried Rice Green Curry Fried Rice Pad Si Ew Thai Basil Stir Fry

"Grandma's Philly brings the unique experience of Asian fare, small plates, to Central Philadelphia. Instead of eating a lot of one thing, guests are invited to enjoy a variety of dishes inspired by the chef’s grandmother’s home cooking, but this is not factory food. Some dishes might require a bit more time, as each one is carefully prepared from scratch. Everything is handmade on-premises using the freshest, locally sourced ingredients. Their stir-fry noodles and rice dishes are quick to prepare, but this is not factory food; some items may take a little longer, as each dish is crafted with care. The Chef Locket is a unique accessory that symbolizes the passion and dedication of a chef. Grandma’s Philly serves only fresh, locally sourced ingredients and proudly hand-makes everything in-house. They have also been approved for their liquor license.

2026 Update: Philadelphia’s first Thai tapas restaurant blends a Zen-inspired lounge with a menu of Thai tapas and Asian small plates, now fully licensed for alcohol. Chef Locket draws on her grandmother’s recipes to create flavorful, shareable dishes that bring Thai hospitality to Philadelphia. Guests are encouraged to wear business casual or elegant attire to match the warm, refined atmosphere. The restaurant places takeout or pickup orders, browses upcoming events, or gets in touch directly. The restaurant also provides delivery via Uber Eats, Grubhub, and DoorDash, and reservations are offered for those wishing to dine on-site."

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Price:

Small Plates Kab Kaem
Curry Puff $10.50
Grandma Meatballs $10.50
Thai Pork Dumplings $10.50
Thai Pork Spring Rolls $10.50
Veggies Spring Rolls $10.00
Fried Calamari $17.00
Chicken Satay Skewers $17.00
Tofu Satay Skewers $8.50
Shrimp Satay Skewers $12.50
Shrimp Shot $16.00
Sai Ua $15.00
Stir-Fried Sauté
Kra Prow $14.50
Thai Basil $25.00
Spicy Garlic Eggplant $21.00
Crispy Pork Belly Stir-Fry $21.00
Green Curry Fried Rice $21.00
Stir Fried Eggplant With Soybean $21.00
Pineapple Fried Rice $21.00
Crabmeat Fried Rice $23.00
Noodles
Tom Yum Noodles $35.00
Kanom Jeen Salmon $19.00
Drunken Noodles $19.00
Kanom Jeen Nam Ya Pu $19.00
Khao-Soi $24.00
Pad Si Ew $19.00
Pad Thai $19.00
Rad-Na Mee Krob $29.00
Chef Specials
Thai-Style Steak $40.00
Ratchada Duck $44.00
Chu Chee Salmon $23.00
Stir-Fried Squid With Salted Egg $28.00b

Contact:

(215) 600-4840

Mon: 12pm - 11pm
Tue-Thu: 11:30am - 11pm
Fri & Sat: 12pm - 11:30pm

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Kalaya - Philadelphia, PA Thai Restaurants
Kalaya - Philadelphia, PA Thai Restaurants
Kalaya - Philadelphia, PA Thai Restaurants
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KALAYA

4 West Palmer Street,
Philadelphia, PA 19125 Directions

Since 2019

Specialty:

Goong Chae Nam Pla Tod Mun Pla Peek Gai Nam Pla Sakoo Sai Hed Yum Nua Ma Kua Poa Laab Hed Yang Jae Som Tum Laab Ped Kang Gai Khao Mun Kua Kling Nua Kang Poo Pak Tai Pad Prik King Hed Kang Som Pla Pla Nung Manao Pla Thod Kamin Kalum Tod Nam Pla Khao Pad Poo Moo Pad Kapi Moo Pad Kai Kem Coconut Rice Sticky Rice Thai Jasmine RicePad Prik King Hed Pad Prik Khing Hed Kang Poo Pak Tai Kang Som Pla Kua Kling Nua Kang Gai Khao Mun Pla Nung Manao Pla Thod Kamin Khao Pad Poo Moo Pad Kapi Moo Pad Kai Kem Kalum Tod Nam Pla Yum Nua Ma Kua Poa Laab Hed Yang Jae Som Tum Laab Ped Goong Chae Nam Pla Peek Gai Nam Pla

"Kalaya brings the unique experience of Asian fare and small plates to Central Philadelphia. Instead of eating a lot of one thing, guests are invited to enjoy a variety of dishes inspired by the chef’s grandmother’s home cooking. Everything is handmade on-premises using the freshest, locally sourced ingredients. Their stir-fry noodles and rice dishes are quick to prepare, but this is not factory food; some items may take a little longer, as each dish is crafted with care. The Chef Locket is a unique accessory that symbolizes the passion and dedication of a chef. They serve only fresh, locally sourced ingredients and proudly hand-make everything in-house. They have also been approved for their liquor license.

2026 Update: Kalaya in South Philadelphia has been serving authentic Thai cuisine for over seven years, offering a vibrant, casual dining experience. Named after chef-owner Chutatip “Nok” Suntaranon’s mother, it features soulful southern Thai dishes like pu pad pong karee and khao pad. Chef Nok, a James Beard Award–winning chef, draws inspiration from her mother’s curry paste stall in Trang, Thailand, blending tradition with creativity, and has been featured on Netflix’s Chef’s Table and Forbes 50 Over 50. Kalaya offers gift cards in various amounts. Customers can choose their preferred delivery option and select either immediate delivery or a scheduled date and time. The digital gift card is sent automatically upon completion of the order and can be personalized."

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Price:

Curry & Nam Prik
Prik King Jae $28
Gaeng Gai Khao Mun $28
Gaeng Pae $35
Gaeng Som Pla $38
Kua Kling Kra Dook Moo $36
Nam Prik Almond $22
Nam Prik Long Rua $28
Kalum Tod Nam Pla $10
Hed Pad Kratiam $20
Yum Kai Dao $12
Moo Tod Nam Pla $17
Sides Dumplings
Kanom Jeeb Nok $15
Shaw Muang $18
Jui Guay $18
Appetizers
Gui Chai $14
Khao Niaw Na Goong $16
Pla Muk Thod Kreung $22
Sai Ua $16
Mussel Golae $16
Salads
Yum Nam Khao Tod $18
Yum Kalum Bplee $20
Taste Of Kalaya
Tom Yum Kalaya $98
EntréEs
Goong Thod Kluae $46 For One $86 For Two
Gai Yaang Naa Por $36
Sua Rong Hai $39
Pla Nung Manao $54
Khao Mun Klone $45
Nua Toun $32
Pu Pad Pong Karee $36
Pad Med Mamung $28
Wine (Sparkling)
Cava Brut Dignitat $14 $60
Rosé Pet Nat Fontvert $78
Champagne Franck Bonville Blanc De Blancs $145

Contact:

(215) 545-2535

Dinner: Mon-Thu & Sun: 5pm - 10pm
Fri & Sat: 5pm - 11pm
Lunch: Sat & Sun: 11am - 2pm

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CHATAYEE THAI

1227 Walnut Street,
Philadelphia, PA 19107 Directions

Since 2019

Specialty:

Authentic Thai Cuisine Vegan Thai Cuisine Po Pai Koog Autumn Rolls Tod Mun Pla Kang Dang Mussels Chicken Satay Massaman Curry Beef Skewers Mu Ping Thung Tong Massaman & Roti Thang Wa Firecracker Tom Yum Tom Kha Tom Klong Hua Plee Somtam Larb Kai Squid Salad Larb Hed Yam Nuer Shrimp Cucumber Salad Pad Thai Pad Kee Mao Pad See Ew Jasmine Fried Rice Spicy Basil Vegetable Fried Rice Pad Cha Talay Koog Sam Glur Mun Koog Pad Kra Prao Pad Cha Boom Bai Kai Panang Si Krong On Kang Lueng Pla Kang Kewan Talay Kang Sing Hol Kaea Kang Kewan Kang Dang Kang Pha Kai Pad Kra Prao Hed Garlic Tofu Pad Cha Tofu

2026 Update: Chatayee Thai provides a legendary service experience by honoring the depth of Thai cuisine from Royal Thai Cuisine to vibrant street food with imported and local ingredients to nourish both the body and soul in the heart of Philadelphia. Guests can enjoy everything from aromatic curries and savory stir-fries to refreshing Thai iced tea, each dish reflecting Thailand’s rich culinary heritage. The restaurant provides a cozy and welcoming atmosphere, ideal for casual dinners with friends or convenient takeout. Chatayee Thai also features the exclusive King's Terrace dining balcony, honoring King Maha Vajiralongkorn Bodindradebayavarangkun, with a Chef's Table menu available for private events. Patrons can savor Bangkok street food and a variety of beverages at the Thai bar while experiencing bold spices, fragrant herbs, and the warmth of true Thai hospitality. Guests are encouraged to secure their seating ahead of time for Friday and Saturday evenings.

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Price:

Appetizers
Po Pai Koog $8.00
Autumn Rolls $8.00
Chicken Satay $10.00
Mu Ping $10.00
Thung Tong $11.00
Massaman & Roti $13.00
Thang Wa $15.00
Firecracker $8.00
Salads
Somtam $14.00
Larb Kai $16.00
Larb Hed $18.00
Yam Nuer $20.00
Soups
Tom Yum $6.00
Tom Kha $7.00
Noodles & Rice
Pad Thai $18.00
Pad Kee Mao $18.00
Pad See Ew $18.00
Jasmine Fried Rice $18.00
Spicy Basil Vegetable Fried Rice $18.00
Mains
Pad Cha Talay $38.00
Koog Samglur Mun Koog $29.00
Pad Kra Prao $23.00
Pad Cha $26.00
Signature Curries
Boom Bai Kai $27.00
Panang Si Krong On $38.00
Kang Lueng Pla $27.00
Kang Kewan Talay $38.00
Kang Singhol Kaea $34.00
Kang Kewan $29.00
Kang Dang $26.00
Kang Pha Kai $24.00
Vegan Starters
Massaman & Roti $13.00
Thung Tong $11.00
Autumn Rolls $8.00
Tohu Tod $8.00
Tod Mun Puk $11.00

Contact:

(215) 923-8208 (484) 891-0793

Mon,Wed-Sun: 3:30pm - 11pm
Tue: Closed

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