As a hotel manager at Hanami Hotel Danang, I am thrilled to share my recommendations for the top 9 best Thai cuisine restaurants in Da Nang. Da Nang’s food scene has blossomed in recent years into a delicious melting pot of Vietnamese and international flavors. As someone who adores Thai food and has dined at many local establishments, I feel uniquely qualified to highlight some of my favorite spots.
The distinctive features of Thai cuisine in Da Nang
As we mention the land of golden temples, one cannot help but be mesmerized by the exquisite culinary delights that originate there. Thai food stands out for the harmonious combination of ingredients and spices that balance the five fundamental flavors: sour, sweet, salty, bitter, and spicy. Additionally, Thai cuisine is a confluence of various other culinary traditions, resulting in its richness and diversity in the array of dishes and their distinct tastes.
Among the renowned Thai dishes that come to mind are signature noodles such as Pad Thai, Khao Soi, and Pad See Ew. Salads are particularly cherished in Thai cuisine, often enjoyed as main courses or accompaniments.
With the trend towards globalization, numerous Thai restaurants have sprung up in Vietnam to meet the demand for gourmets. Besides that, the Thai approach to food preparation and ingredient fusion is gradually becoming widespread and has garnered the affection of many.
Top 10 best Thai cuisine restaurants in Da Nang
Thai Market
When speaking of Thai food in Da Nang, Thai Market is a name that you can’t miss. If it’s been some time since you’ve indulged in the sour and spicy delights of Thailand’s renowned hotpot, then make your way to Thai Market at 46 Thai Phien Street. As part of the Thai Market restaurant chain, they specialize in Thai cuisine.
Thai Market is one of the establishments within the Thai Market chain focused on delivering authentic Thai flavors. The ingredients and spices, sourced directly from Chiang Mai, combine to create the quintessential tangy and spicy taste that perfectly captures the essence of Thai cuisine. With a supremely tempting and varied menu, guests will have no shortage of delicious options to choose from. The pricing is also reasonable, complemented by the spacious, bustling, and immaculately clean atmosphere – a truly delectable proposition.
At this establishment, part of the dedicated group specializing in Thai food, you’ll be catered to by seasoned chefs with over five years of experience, committed to satisfying every guest’s culinary desires. Le Thai Hoang, the founder of the Thai Market chain, has devoted significant time to travel across Thailand, sampling its gastronomic offerings and mastering their preparations.
Nurtured by a lifelong passion for food and a dedication to refining his cooking craft from a young age, Le Thai Hoang has adeptly curated recipes and preparations from Udon Thani, Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Phuket, Pattaya, and more.
In pursuit of culinary excellence, the chefs at our restaurant do not rest on their laurels but instead continue to innovate and produce unique ‘fusion’ dishes that maintain a distinct style. Our menu presents its flavor profile, intriguing and compelling in both presentation and quality.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
- No. 43 Binh Minh 5, Hai Chau District, Da Nang
- No. 04 Tran Quoc Toan, Hai Chau District, Da Nang
- No. 183 Nguyen Van Thoai, Son Tra District, Da Nang
- No. 46 Thai Phien, Hai Chau District, Da Nang
- No. 17 Nguyen Hong Phong, Thanh Khe District, Da Nang
- Sun World Ba Na Hill, Hoa Vang District, Da Nang
- Phone: 0934 72 74 72
- Email: thaimarketrestaurant@gmail.com
- Fanpage: https://www.facebook.com/thaimarket.restaurant
The Thai Cuisine
Food lovers seeking genuine Thai cuisine should not pass by The Thai Cuisine, where a wave of authentic flavors from the Golden Land meets unusual and captivating cocktails that are sure to enchant the guests. At The Thai Cuisine, each dish is crafted meticulously and with great finesse.
Especially noteworthy is the sophisticated American beef rib curry, which has received high praise from guests. Fresh, fragrant, and full-bodied, the tender beef ribs stewed in a luscious curry sauce paired with baked potatoes and crunchy peanuts result in a wonderfully aromatic and seductive taste experience.
On the menu at The Thai Cuisine, another crowd-pleaser is the fiery Thai-style shrimp and squid soup. The signature broth is notable for the fresh, sweet crunchiness of the shrimp and squid, complemented by a deeply satisfying sour zing. Additionally, Thai cuisine offers a variety of unique cocktails, ranging from classic concoctions to creative blends, ready to delight the taste buds of visitors.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
- Lot A26, 2/9 Street, Hai Chau District, Da Nang
- No. 107 Ho Nghinh, Son Tra District, Da Nang
- Phone: 077 678 7799
- Email: thethaicuisine.vn@gmail.com
- Website: http://thethaicuisine.vn/
- Fanpage: https://www.facebook.com/thethaicuisine.danang/
- Opening hours: 10:00 – 22:00
Kin Kin Thai Food
Kin Kin Thai Food brings the true taste of Thai cuisine straight to the bustling city of Da Nang, offering dishes that emanate directly from the skilled hands of a Thai chef. This meticulousness in selecting ingredients and spices, combined with a passionate approach to cooking, ensures that each dish delights guests from across the globe.
Kin Kin Thaifood’s standout offerings, which have been crafted by its renowned brand, include Pad Thai, Tom Yum, Thai Grilled Pork, and Fried Banana Ice Cream.
Thai chef Narongchai Gaaw, with over a decade of experience in renowned hotels and restaurants such as the Novotel Bangkok and Korea Canada, has realized his dream of sharing Thai culinary treasures with an international audience in the picturesque coastal city of Da Nang. The increasingly popular Kin Kin has built its reputation on a detailed ingredient selection process and devoted culinary craftsmanship.
As a testament to these endeavors, in February 2018, Kin Kin – Thai Food proudly received the coveted Thai Select certification, establishing it as the first and only restaurant in Da Nang to offer the most traditional Thai cuisine outside of Thailand.
Overseen by the Royal Thai Consulate-General in Ho Chi Minh City, Kin Kin caters to lovers of famous Thai dishes and has developed its own iconic offerings like Banh Tom. We serve Thai grilled pork, Pad Thai, Tom Yum Goong, fried banana ice cream, and many other culinary delights, ensuring the finest quality at the most competitive prices.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
- Address: No. 59 Ton That Dam, Thanh Khe District, Da Nang
- Phone: 02363 782 020 – 0905 686 38
- Email: kinkinthaifood@gmail.com
- Fanpage: https://www.facebook.com/thaifood.danang/
Happy Thai
Happy Thai Da Nang is one of the unique restaurants in Da Nang, offering a range of scrumptious and savory dishes to provide you with a splendid Thai culinary experience. The establishment is designed with a refreshing and bright green space, giving customers a sense of comfort and relaxation after stressful work hours.
Happy Thai Da Nang is an ideal destination for Thai food enthusiasts. The restaurant’s cuisine is not only diverse and delicious but its Seafood Pad Thai, Tom Yum Soup, Thai Sour Hotpot, Isan Beef Salad, and Cheerful Thai Grilled Chicken are all favorites that have become bestsellers.
A distinctive feature of Happy Thai Da Nang is the elaborate preparation of the food, which is rich in flavor and features a combination of spices that create a unique taste. Moreover, the restaurant’s dishes are made with fresh vegetables, increasing nutritional value and completing the taste, resulting in a harmonious experience for diners.
One of the dishes beloved by patrons of Happy Thai Danang is the Seafood Pad Thai. This dish combines fresh noodles with shrimp, squid, bean sprouts, onions, roasted peanuts, and various herbs. The slightly spicy, sweet and sour flavors together with the crunchiness of the roasted peanuts are what make this dish so appealing.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
- Address: No. 37 Quang Trung, Hai Chau District, Da Nang
- Phone: 0337 608 808
- Email: Happytaidn@gmail.com
- Fanpage: https://www.facebook.com/happythai.danang/
Tuk Tuk
Tuk Tuk – Street Food is one of the most famous eating spots in Da Nang, offering delicious dishes at affordable prices in a cool, refreshing space. With prices ranging from 50,000 to 300,000 VND, you can enjoy a variety of signature Thai dishes.
One of the most popular dishes at Tuk Tuk is Vietnam’s first Thai-style baby back ribs. The tenderloin meat is covered with a rich sauce that is tangy, spicy, and sweet, with just one bite sending you into rapture. Other items on the menu include Thai-flavored chicken, pad Thai, and satay.
The secret to these dishes is not only the delicious, tender meat but also the key dipping sauce. The sauce is made by the chef from a recipe learned in Thailand, so it boasts authentic flavors—a bit of sourness and spiciness that leaves diners wanting more.
Tuk-tuk is also praised for its spacious and airy dining area, with comfortable outdoor seating for guests. The restaurant is open from 4 PM to 10 PM, but it gets crowded around 7 PM, so it’s best to arrive early to avoid long lines. Tuk Tuk – Street Food is an excellent dining choice for those who love Thai cuisine and want to enjoy tasty meals at reasonable prices in Da Nang.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
- Address: 231 Nguyen Cong Tru, Phuoc My, Son Tra, Da Nang 550000
- Phone: 0976 559 603
- Email: phongvetuantrinh@gmail.com
- Fanpage: https://www.facebook.com/tuktukxuongmaham/
Magic Pan Food Palace
Magic Pan Food Palace is one of Da Nang’s attractive dining spots that offers guests diverse and unique culinary experiences. With reference prices ranging from 50,000 to 200,000 Vietnamese dong, Magic Pan Food Palace brings diners dishes from various Asian countries such as Thailand, Japan, Korea, Singapore, and Vietnam.
It has received a quality rating of 4.5/5.0 and has been highly praised by many customers. Providing a spacious and comfortable space, Magic Pan Food Palace is the ideal place to enjoy delicious and unique dishes with family and friends. Particularly when you stop by the Thai snack counter, you will experience the richness of the dishes and the distinctive sour and spicy taste of Thai cuisine.
Furthermore, Magic Pan Food Palace also features various stalls that cater to your needs and tastes. Enjoy fine dining in a beautifully decorated and elegant space. The strength of Magic Pan Food Palace lies in its variety and quality of food. Each dish is carefully prepared, fresh, and nutritious. Additionally, the staff are always friendly and enthusiastic, making customers feel safe and warm.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
- Address: No. 910A Ngo Quyen, Son Tra District, Da Nang
- Opening hours: 10:00 – 21:30
My Thai Restaurant
At My Thai Restaurant, guests will be treated to a diverse menu brimming with the bold flavors of Thailand (sour, spicy,…) in a cozy and intimate environment. Especially here, there are private rooms equipped with air conditioning, which is quite suitable for guests who enjoy Thai food during hot weather.
The dishes are all prepared from fresh ingredients, combined with a variety of spices, herbs, and most importantly, unique recipes that create enticing and appealing meals for diners.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
- Address: 379 Tran Hung Dao, An Hai Trung Ward, Son Tra, Da Nang
- Phone: 091 138 88 88
Sawasdee Thaifood Restaurant
Sawatdee Thaifood restaurant is also one of the places where Thai dishes are much loved and chosen by diners. The menu boasts a variety of attractive dishes with the authentic sour and spicy flavors of Thailand.
Some of the standout dishes here include Tom Yum Kung, MAYs curry with 4 types of curry, a unique and visually appealing pineapple fried rice, Tom Kha, Somtum, and many more diverse options catering to the guests.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
- Address: 5th Floor, LOTTE Mart, 6 Nai Nam, Hoa Cuong Nam Ward, Hai Chau District, Da Nang
- Opening hours: 09:00 – 22:00
Food Center
The Food Center, located in the Da Nang Riverside building, features a spacious, comfortable, and clean space. The menu here is street food with the bold flavors of Asia, especially those of Thailand. The dishes are well-prepared, high-quality, and meet hygiene standards.
From salads and noodles to curries,… everything is meticulously prepared with the distinctive sour and spicy tastes characteristic of Thai cuisine. However, what’s most impressive is the beautiful presentation, which blends a variety of colors that seem to breathe life into the cuisine.
This is even more evident in their Thai seafood hotpot. The hotpot here has an outstanding broth infused with lemon, lemongrass, coconut milk, and galangal. To fully experience these flavors, you would eat them with noodles, okra, shrimp, squid, clams, and more.
With such a remarkable dining area, the Food Center will certainly provide you with many excellent culinary experiences.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
- Address: 1A Tran Quoc Toan, Phuoc Ninh Ward, Hai Chau District, Da Nang
- Opening hours: 10:30 – 21:00
Some famous Thai specialties
Pad Thai
While it may sound unusual, Pad Thai is a type of stir-fried rice noodle dish that boasts the flavors of Thailand. Diners will notice a taste that’s slightly spicy, salty, and a bit sour. A variety of ingredients are required to make this dish. Specifically, it includes fried eggs, meat, shrimp, and bean sprouts all stir-fried together. After they are nicely sautéed, tamarind sauce, sugar, and fish sauce are added.
When served to guests, the chef does not forget to top it off with crushed peanuts and fried shallots. Don’t forget to squeeze a bit of lime over it if you want to fully enjoy Pad Thai with all the authentic flavors of the Land of Smiles.
Laeng Saeb
The image of gigantic ribs arranged vertically in the form of a tower has become familiar to tourists visiting Thailand. It can be said that this iconic specialty has elevated Thai cuisine to its current prestigious status.
Without the need for too many ingredients or time-consuming preparation, baby back ribs are chosen by chefs, thoroughly washed and then stewed until tender. To enhance the natural sweetness, they add white radish, kaffir lime leaves, galangal, onions, and various types of chili peppers to stew together.
The Laeng Saeb is not only delicious but also aesthetically pleasing, so don’t miss out on this dish if you have the chance to enjoy Thai food.
Tom Yum
Tom Yum is a soup that blends the creaminess of coconut milk with the sweet succulence of shrimp, and the aromatic fragrance of lemongrass, mushrooms, tomatoes, and kaffir lime leaves. When served, it has an eye-catching red color. You can enjoy the soup by itself or pair it with rice or noodles. Thanks to its diversity, Thai Tom Yum has been named by CNN as one of the 50 most delicious dishes in the world.
I hope this blog post about the best Thai cuisine restaurants in Da Nang inspires you to explore the diversity of Thai food available in our city. Da Nang has so much more to offer than just beaches and resorts. These family-run restaurants showcase the hard work of immigrant communities while allowing locals and tourists alike to enjoy an authentic Thai meal.
Staying true to my roots in hospitality, I would be remiss if I did not extend an invitation to make your home-away-from-home Hanami Hotel Danang while exploring this delicious cuisine. Our modern, peaceful hotel is located just steps from My Khe Beach and is a quick drive to the airport and all major attractions. Surrounded by expat communities and international restaurants, we cater to long-term guests seeking a comfortable base.
Our rooms feature large balconies, strong WiFi, and 24/7 amenities so you can live and work in comfort. With English-speaking staff always ready to help make arrangements or recommendations, Hanami Hotel is the perfect launchpad for your Da Nang adventures. I cannot wait to check you in, share a few of my favorite Thai dishes, and help you create wonderful memories in this special city that means so much to me. Please visit our website or call our friendly team anytime to book your stay or ask questions. I look forward to welcoming you soon!
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- Address: 61-63 Hoang Ke Viem, Bac My An, Ngu Hanh Son, Da Nang
- Phone: 0905432992
- Email: contact@hanamihotel.com
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