Best Thai Restaurants in PJ

If you're having a sudden craving for Thai food but looking for something inexpensive yet delicious, then Restaurant Baan Rao is the place for you. Offering a wide variety of home-cooked style dishes done by Thai-auntie chefs, anything on the menu is proven to be absolutely delicious. Be it spicy clear tom yam, chicken wings or perhaps steamed fish in chilli lime sauce, there is one for everyone. Aside from the great flavours, the presentation is unpretentious but sure invites for a photo or two due to its collaboration of natural colours. 

Pim’s and the Rama is a Thai restaurant that is also owned by the boss of Pim’s Thai. It is a restaurant located in Petaling Jaya. The restaurant's design is based on the “Theme of King” concept. Besides, to show their respect to the King of Thailand, the restaurant is full of Thailand King’s pictures. Environment over there is comfy and the food is tasty with an affordable price. They have a birthday special where a free cocktail (waterfall) is served for the birthday person.

Baan Kun Ya translates to "Grandmama's House", which symbolises the inspiration of home-cooked meals from Thailand. Hence with the tagline, 'Thai Dining from the Heart'. The menu is pretty extensive, with a wide array of delicious items to choose from. Whether it's their signature Miang Kham, the amazingly spicy and sour Tom Yam Goong, it's will definitely be a fiesta in your mouth, bursting with flavours and textures. Alongside all that, do not forget to quench your thirst and rehydrate yourself with some Ice Blended Fresh Coconut or Nam Tar Krai Bay Teiy (lemongrass drink) and finish the meal with their large array of desserts. 

Even though the Chef from KomPassion hails from the Northern district of Chiangmai, but his dishes also have a tinge of flavour of other Asian as well as Italian dishes . Their signature dish, the Double Cooked Pork Belly and Soft Shell Crab with Cucumber Salad is truly one of a kind! The pork skin is nice and crisp and the meat -so tender and succulent. The umami sauce dressing with splattering of black sesame sure does add that zest that balances the richness of the pork belly and soft shell crab.

How often do you get to relish in some authentic rural Thai dishes? Originating from the North-Eastern part of Thailand, these dishes will definitely bring a brand new taste to your pampered taste buds. Be it their Pork Skewers for a snack, or a full set of rice and tender and juicy pork meat; you will certainly enjoy a distinct taste not often found. If you’re looking for more common options like Tomyam and Phad Thai, they do deliver with equal panache too. Not forgetting the meticulously decorated atmosphere that sets the mood straight away. 

Run by two siblings, Anan and Chef Korn, the unique name of this restaurant comes from the name of the Elephant God in Thai; and indeed what majesty and beauty does it reflect in its ambience! Taking into account every detail from the elegant cutlery to the porcelain wares and jade like plates and even their table mats. Expect nothing but the extraordinary as they are known for their unique dishes that fuses Western ingredients without compromising on traditional Thai flavours! Among the many tasty dishes, do try their Lemon Grass Chicken. The chicken is not only well marinated but is roasted well to perfection. Dip away into their sauces which are made from scratch and be lost in your own world!

Khuntai is not only known for its grilled seafood but also their fiery Thai food. While you’re here, do try out their Steamed Lemon Fish. White Sea Bass fish is used instead of the normal types like garoupa to avoid that typical fishy smell. This steamed fish is served over a charcoal fire in a little stove. As the fish simmers further over the charcoal fire, the tasty goodness will ooze out into the broth - making it such a delectable soup! Also, don’t forget to dip your fish in their unique sauce!

This restaurant actually started off as a trading shop as they were selling imported Thai food stuff which they still do sell at another portion of the shop. Among the many tasty dishes here, do try out their Stewed Pork Leg rice! Cooked to perfection, the meat is definitely has a whole lot of juicy goodness. This dish comes with hard-boiled egg as well as brown rice. Maybe you could even add on Lap Mu or Minced Pork Meat with chilli which is quite a fiery feast topped off with fragrant herbs.

If you’re often in the area and haven’t been into this Thai place yet, you’re the perfect representation of “so near, yet so far”. It’s fairly a small place but one would instantaneously get a sense of tranquillity looking at the astute arrangement of plants outside and neatly arranged tables and chairs amidst a charming backdrop on the inside. What they fall short in size, they make up with some of the best dishes you’ll ever taste. Everything from their Kangkung Belacan to their amazing Fish Rayong packs all the flamboyant flavours of Thailand.

This Thai restaurant does really exhibit a romantic kind of ambience with its dim lights as well as dainty candles and daisies. As far as the food is concerned, do try their Gang Keow Wan Pu Nim Tod Grob (pheww!) or commonly known as Deep Fried Soft Shell Crab with Green Curry. The shell has a nice crispy batter and when dunked in the green curry which gives an exquisite taste and aroma thanks to the herbs and spices used! Other dishes that are worth checking out are their otak-otak, omelette and mango sticky rice. 

Fa-Ying by Rama V is a new concept restaurant from the multi award-winning Rama V Fine Thai Cuisine. Rama V was featured in our edition of Best Thai restaurants in KL. Fa-Ying boasts of a different style of enjoying Thai food which is in a casual and chic setting, rather than the fine dining offered by Rama V. Hence, their menu is also quite unique, having dishes such as Thai style burgers and sandwiches. So for a change from the usual Thai food, why don’t you try out their Roasted Duck Sandwich! The well roasted meat is nestled with salad and sauce in an Italian Ciabatta loaf. It also comes with French fries side dish that’s sprinkled with herbs. The flavours of the whole dish really comes together well, you might even order a second helping!

Lobbee Thai Connection is a contemporary Thai restaurant located in the lower levels of Empire Damansara. You will find a variety of “redesigned” Thai dishes here as they added a little twist and turn of their own to some staple Thai dishes. Their Thai snacks and appetisers consist of some creative Crab Cakes cooked into their shells, Potato Salad drenched in a homemade Thai dressing, and Tom Yam Killer sets that will put any hungry beast down with huge servings of seafood and noodles. Not forgetting the range of creative drinks that vie for equal attention. 

Affordable dining in a fairly convincing setup, Bangkok House Restaurant is another great place to enjoy a wide range of Thai dishes without the need to pierce a hole in your wallet. Located in Seksyen 19, Bangkok House welcomes you with a huge sign of their establishment's name, followed by a cluster of white tables, chairs, and walls. Looks really clean and neat, which is nice. Moving on, the food is similar to what you'll find anywhere else, but made with a little more finesse. Flavours are well developed and the use of spices is evident. All and all, it's a simple Thai dining place.

Cafe 9, though the name of the place may not sound like it, is a rather decent Thai restaurant situated in Seksyen 17, PJ. This unassuming restaurant does whip out dishes that most families would enjoy. It's simple, it's clean and most importantly, its healthy. Sure, the dishes may not pack a ton of flavour in comparison to most Thai restaurant, but the subtlety and homey sensation certainly do bring customers back. For those thinking of what to order, you might want to try out their Thai Fish cakes and Fried Chicken Salad as starters, followed by the Tom Yam Seafood and Thai Hot Basil Fish for mains. 

Amazing mouth-watering dishes here are cooked up by a Thai mother and daughter -in-law team! You don’t see this quite often. Food-wise, do try out one of their signature dishes, the Mod Tod Kra Tiam or Minced Garlic Pork. The moist pork pieces are well marinated in spices and sautéed in a flavourful sauce and topped up with fried garlic. This dish is definitely packed with flavours that make it so tantalisingly good! If meat isn’t your thing, then do opt for their steamed fish which is equally good in terms of flavours and presentation. 

Lazy to think of what to eat? Running on a strict budget but still want a little bit of flavour? Well the, Mr Tuk Tuk at Sunway Pyramid may just be the right place for you. This restaurant may be really small, but the way on how they are able to fit massive amounts of tables is amazing. The menu consists of what you'll find in various parts of Thailand, compiled in one neat and fairly artistic menu. Though it is affordable, the dishes here do surprisingly pack a punch. The Seafood Tom Yam, Pad Thai, Pineapple Fried Rice, Thai Pomelo Salad, BBQ Lamb and Thai Special Platter are absolutely delightful.

'Thai Hou Sek', when translated to the Cantonese simply means 'too delicious', and we can clearly see why. All of their dishes are not only presented beautifully, but the use of pork makes them a tad bit more savoury. The Seafood Tom Yam, Thai Green Curry, Pad Thai and Miang Kham are some of the popular picks. Creative cocktails with a blend of Thai and Asian mix will be introduced soon, where elements such as sake, ginger, and lemongrass are found. Last not least, the ambiance is really warm and rustic, making it incredibly cosy to dine.

Absolute Thai, like many other successful Thai franchised restaurant, has been an absolute delight. Not just because of their amazing decor, but rather, the package as a whole. The design of the place is without a doubt, fantastic, as the restaurant is owned by an architect. The extensive array of dishes, spot on. Chefs from Absolute Thai really know their way around the kitchen, whipping out visually and tastefully stunning dishes that are catered to the mass majority of the Malaysian taste buds. Last but not least, the service here is certainly one of the best!

Thai Syok has just recently opened its doors in early 2016 at Sunway Mentari, creating a hub for all Thai lovers and students who are always broke. Standing right in front of it, the restaurant does have that sense of invitation, perhaps from the banner, or maybe just the simple and warm interior - nobody knows. What everybody can be certain of is the food. Each plate that comes right out from the kitchen is made to order, on top of the choices of fresh ingredients and the excellent skills of the chefs. Most of what's available are well packed with flavour, so if your tongue is feeling a little bland, do give them a try. 

To be fair, Barn Thai works better as a bar than a restaurant. Having said that, it's not entirely bad but rather, it doesn't shine as well as their bar with all that amazing drinks and whatnot. Fortunately, there's still a bit of redemption left from the restaurant section, where the service is great and the food - better! Serving a variety of traditional dishes in a clean, simple and modern way, making them look both photo-worthy and appetising. More importantly, the flavours are pretty on point, with the signature Mix Seafood Curry (in replacement of the tom yam) having a nice balance of spiciness and sweetness.

Traditional Thai street food at its best. Boran Classic is another humble Thai restaurant, located in Seapark, PJ, that offers a good selection of simple and homey Thai food. Internally, the place looks really nice and true to heart, where there are various western pop-culture and Thai-streets photos are found. As for the food, the Garlic Pork Rice and Basil Pork Rice are 2 of the best selling dishes here, with the skewered pork and grilled pork neck running behind. The restaurant may be small, but the service is exceptionally good. Merging that with the quality of their food and you'll definitely have a great time!

Sanoook is a Thai and Japanese Fusion restaurant that is located in Sunway Pyramid. This restaurant is a great place for those who can't decide on the common novelty of Japanese food, and the flavoursome Thai cuisine. Hence, the combination of these two cuisines may just be a new method of dining. Offering a rather extensive amount of choices from their iPad menu, Sanoook Thai and Japanese Fusion also offers BBQ right in front of their store. This way, customers can technically enjoy 3 different types of dining experience. Oh yes, do store some space for desserts. 

The Porki Society is one of the few boat noodles restaurant that opened during the "phase";  where there is a sudden surge of boat noodles restaurant as well as Thai food. Fortunately, they are good in what they do and their boat noodles are absolutely delightful. There is a total of 4 options to choose from, be it dry or soup and the choice of ingredients. Aside from that, their Thai street snacks are really good too! The'Moo Ping' (Skewered BBQ Pork), Stewed Pork, Crunchy Pork Rinds and 'Takoh' are fantastic. Last but not least, the price is also really reasonable, so please don't feel stressed out when ordering.

Thai Thai has certainly been around for a really long time. Held in most shopping malls, Thai Thai is pretty much the go-to place for people who wants to enjoy quick and delicious Thai food. After all, finding those hidden gems can be difficult and young working adults tend to be a tad bit lazier when it comes to corporate lunch and dinner. That isn't to say that Thai Thai doesn't have families, but rather, you'll find more working people here than anybody else. The food is exceptionally well made, with the tom yam, pineapple fried rice, pandan chicken, and steamed fish being some of the best dishes. 

If flying over to Thailand just for the food is a difficult or unachievable task, then perhaps Streat Thai at Jaya One might just do the trick. Inside, you'll find a variety of stalls, similar to what you'll find at the hawker centre, but better and more hygienic. It is done in a food court style, where you simply pick the stall that attracts you most and order from them, followed by getting a table and then eating. As a whole, they offer pretty reasonably priced meals with most of them being incredibly delicious as well. No skimping on ingredients, everything is made fresh. If you're in the mood for something quick and delicious, then this might just be the place for you.

If you're looking for a rather fancy Thai restaurant, then you might want to give Busaba Thai a try. Located in the Sunway Resort Hotel, Busaba Thai is a modernly designed restaurant with great ambience and service, guaranteed to make your stay a little more pleasant. On top of that, they also offer a wide range of Thai classics that everyone simply loves. Majority of their dishes here are well packed with flavour from the blend of spice, and all of them are plated beautifully. So if you're looking for a place to celebrate an occasion, or simply to have a company lunch, do try them out!

Awet Thai seafood offers an extensive menu filled with bundles of joys from Thailand. Quality seafood such as Steamed Sour & Spicy Fish, Black Pepper Fresh Crab, Asam Paste with Fresh Prawn and many more are available here, while their more humble options are equally delicious as well. Also, do not forget to try out their signature Tom Yam Soup! Additionally, the decor of the place is memorable while being incredibly spacious on the inside. There are 2 different seating area; one being open-aired and the other fully air-conditioned. 

Green Lotus Thai Cuisine may not have all that glamour, decor or even fine cutleries. However, what they do have is a passion for what they do and this is reflected on the food served. Everything here is cooked in a very simple way, similar to what you'll find at home. With their Thai Green Curry being one of the most popular, it is safe to say that flavours and method of preparation are on point, providing customers with a satisfactory dining experience. Oh, you should also try out their Steamed Sour & Spicy Fish, Seafood Tom Yam and Mango with Glutinous Rice dessert.

Kon Rak Pak located at a quiet neighbourhood at Section 17, Petaling Jaya is a Thai restaurant serving authentic Thai cuisine in vegetarian form. Food offered are non egg, non dairy, non garlic, non onion, non chives, non leek and non Asafoetida.