At The Thai, our menu is packed with delicious dishes, each crafted with care and authentic ingredients. While we love them all, there are a few standouts — dishes that keep bringing people back time and time again. These are our top five favourites, chosen because they showcase the diversity and balance of Thai cooking, and because we think they’re just really, really good.
If you’re wondering what to try next, or ordering takeaway for the first time, this guide will help you pick something you won’t regret.
1. Pad Thai
Pad Thai is a Thai food icon and a staple on our menu. It’s a stir-fried noodle dish made with flat rice noodles, tossed in a tangy tamarind sauce that hits the perfect balance of sweet, sour, and salty.
The noodles are cooked fresh with bean sprouts, spring onions, and eggs, then finished with crushed peanuts for crunch and a touch of earthiness. The dish is garnished with lime wedges, so you can squeeze over some fresh acidity right before you eat.
This dish is a favourite because it’s accessible but never boring. It’s a perfect example of how Thai cuisine balances complex flavours in a way that’s satisfying and comforting without being heavy. Whether you’re new to Thai food or a seasoned fan, Pad Thai delivers every time.
2. Thai Green Curry
Our Thai Green Curry is one of the most popular curries on the menu, and for good reason. It’s creamy, fragrant, and beautifully balanced. The curry paste is made fresh with green chillies, lemongrass, garlic, galangal, and kaffir lime leaves, giving it a fresh, herbal aroma that’s unmistakable.
Cooked with coconut milk, the curry is silky but not overpowering, with just the right amount of heat to warm the palate without overwhelming it. The green curry includes seasonal vegetables like courgettes and aubergines, adding texture and a subtle sweetness.
Green curry is a dish that captures the essence of Thai cuisine: a harmony of spicy, sweet, sour, and creamy. It’s great if you want a rich, comforting curry that still feels fresh and vibrant.
3. Massaman Curry
Massaman Curry offers a completely different experience from your typical Thai curry. It has strong Persian and Indian influences and is known for its warm, mild spice profile.
This curry features a coconut milk base with potatoes, onions, and roasted peanuts, all simmered in a blend of warming spices such as cinnamon, cardamom, and cloves. The result is a curry that’s rich, slightly sweet, and deeply comforting.
It’s the kind of dish that feels like a hug on a plate—perfect for cooler days or whenever you want something hearty and satisfying but not too spicy. If you’ve never tried Massaman before, it’s definitely worth exploring.
4. Pad Kra Pao
Pad Kra Pao is an absolute favourite for those who love bold, spicy flavours. This stir-fried dish uses minced chicken cooked with garlic, bird’s eye chillies, and holy basil, resulting in a punchy, fragrant meal with just the right amount of heat.
What really sets Pad Kra Pao apart is the crispy fried egg served on top, which adds a richness that balances the spice beautifully.
It’s a dish that’s simple in concept but packed with flavour and texture. If you want something quick, satisfying, and authentically Thai, Pad Kra Pao is a brilliant choice.
5. Tom Yum Soup
Tom Yum is one of the most iconic Thai soups—and rightly so. It’s a hot and sour broth that bursts with bold flavours from ingredients like lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, galangal, fresh chillies, and lime juice.
The soup is light but packed with aromatic punch. It’s the perfect starter or a lighter main if you want something warming but not heavy.
Tom Yum captures the essence of Thai cooking: bright, fresh, and balanced flavours with a hint of heat that wakes up your senses. It’s a must-try for anyone who wants to experience classic Thai cuisine.
Why These Five?
Each dish in our top five highlights a different side of Thai cuisine — from the tangy noodles of Pad Thai to the rich, comforting Massaman curry; from the fresh creaminess of green curry to the fiery, herbal kick of Pad Kra Pao; and the sharp, aromatic Tom Yum soup.
Together, they paint a picture of how varied and exciting Thai food can be, and why it’s beloved worldwide.
Ordering Tips
If you’re new to Thai food or just want a reliable, delicious meal, these five dishes are a great place to start. Don’t hesitate to ask us about spice levels or to recommend dishes that might suit your tastes better. We’re happy to help you find your new favourites. Book a table or place an order today.
