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Guides to Thai food, updates from the kitchen and what's happening at The Thai in Shawlands.
5 June 2026
A Positive Update From Us
A few weeks ago, we shared some difficult news.
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29 May 2026
A Thank You, And A Small Favour To Ask
If you’ve followed our journey over the past few months, you’ll know it hasn’t been the easiest period for us.
31 March 2026
Help Keep The Thai Bar & Restaurant Going
Running a restaurant has never been simple.
13 March 2026
Why Most Thai Restaurants Taste the Same, and Why Ours Doesn’t
Spend enough time eating Thai food around the UK and you start to notice something.
13 March 2026
The Thai Food Myth That Refuses to Die
Ask someone what Thai food is like, and you often hear the same answer.
13 March 2026
How Regulars Actually Order Thai Food
You can usually tell when someone is visiting for the first time.
26 February 2026
Why Shawlands Is Obliterating the City Centre for Food
Let’s be honest.
26 February 2026
Mother’s Day in Glasgow? Bring Her Somewhere She’ll Actually Enjoy
Set menus you didn’t choose. Restaurants cramming in extra tables. Everyone pretending they’re thrilled with a glass of prosecco at midday.
25 January 2026
What to Order If You’ve Never Tried Thai Food Before
Trying Thai food for the first time can feel a bit intimidating. There’s the spice question. The unfamiliar dish names. The worry that you’ll order something far hotter than expected or end up with a…
25 January 2026
Valentine’s Day in Glasgow? Look No Further Than The Thai
Valentine’s Day in Glasgow has a habit of becoming complicated. City centre restaurants book up weeks in advance. Menus get overworked. Tables feel rushed. And what should be a relaxed, romantic meal…
5 January 2026
Why Shawlands Is Quietly Becoming One of Glasgow’s Best Places to Eat
For a long time, great food in Glasgow meant heading into the city centre. That was the assumption. More choice. More buzz. More options.
5 January 2026
7 Reasons Why People Drive Across the City Just to Eat Here
It happens more often than you might think.
14 November 2025
What Our Customers Say About The Thai
We love cooking at The Thai. But hearing what our guests say about us? That’s the real joy. Here’s a snapshot of some of the amazing things people have written about dining with us in Shawlands.
14 November 2025
Our Festive Lunch Menu Is Here – Book Your Table This December
It’s that time of year again… The lights go up, the streets get busy, and everyone starts planning end-of-year meals with friends, family, or the work team.
23 September 2025
We’ve Been Awarded a Travellers’ Choice Award
We’ve got some news we’re genuinely thrilled to share. The Thai has just been awarded a Travellers’ Choice Award from TripAdvisor, placing us in the top ten restaurants worldwide.
4 September 2025
The Customer-Favourite – Panang Curry
When it comes to Thai curries, everyone has a favourite. Some go straight for the fiery heat of a green curry. Others love the gentle warmth of a Massaman. But at The Thai, there’s one dish that…
2 September 2025
Two Dishes That Outsell Everything Else on Our Menu
Every restaurant has a star of the show. At The Thai, we’re lucky enough to have two. When it comes to starters, our Chicken Satay Skewers fly out of the kitchen night after night. And when it comes…
27 August 2025
The Southside’s Best Kept Secret for Date Night
Tucked away not far from Queen’s Park, just south of the city centre, we offer something special for couples. It’s a place where chefs cook with heart, service feels personal, and the food makes it…
16 July 2025
The Best Restaurant in Shawlands? Look No Further Than The Thai
We’re not ones to brag, but if you’re searching for the best restaurant in Shawlands… you’ve probably just found it.
16 July 2025
The Five Best Thai Dishes on Our Menu
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…
30 June 2025
Solo Dining: The Thai, a Hidden Gem in Glasgow
Looking for a solo dining spot in Glasgow that feels relaxed, welcoming, and just a little bit special? Whether you’re in town on business, working remotely, or just someone who enjoys good food on…
24 June 2025
A Guide to Thai Curries: Red, Green, Yellow and Beyond
When people think of Thai food, curry is often one of the first dishes that springs to mind. Rich, fragrant, and deeply comforting, Thai curries are complex yet beautifully balanced – each with its…
30 May 2025
We’re Moving Our Takeout and Delivery In-House
We’ve got a bit of news.
23 May 2025
What Makes Authentic Thai Food?
Ask five people what “authentic” means and you’ll probably get five different answers.
3 May 2025
Exploring Thai Soups: From Tom Yum to Tom Kha
Thai cuisine is known for its bold flavours—sweet, sour, salty, spicy, and savoury—all hitting at once. And nowhere is that more obvious than in its soups.
24 April 2025
The Best Thai Food in Glasgow? Look No Further…
You’ll find it in the heart of Shawlands, where The Thai Bar and Restaurant has quietly built a loyal following of locals, visitors and Thai natives who know good, authentic food when they taste it.
16 April 2025
What Makes Thai Curry So Unique?
Thai curry is one of the most recognisable parts of Thai cuisine – but what makes it stand out from other types of curry around the world?
12 March 2025
Why Thai Food Is the Perfect Balance of Sweet, Spicy, Sour & Salty
Every dish brings together four key flavours—sweet, spicy, sour, and salty. The result? Bold, complex tastes that keep you coming back for more.