Best Thai Restaurants in PJ

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.

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.

Para Thai @ Citta Mall has a menu that has been designed by Chef Bunmee Chanthima and his expert team of Thai nationals. Experience the intense spices and fragrance of fresh herbs laced and lavished in each dish at ParaThai. 

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. 

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.

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!

'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.

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. 

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. 

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!

Located inside Jaya One, Tommy Thongchai specializes in anything Thai food. Their signature dishes are such as the pork trotter, pad krapao with rice, wagyu steak and pad krapao pork burger. Besides that, they offer unique dishes where you can literally drench your burger in cheese or tomyam sauce! If you like anything unique + Thai cuisines, you must come to Tommy Thongchai! 

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.

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!

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!

Located in Ara Damansara, E San Thai Kitchen particularizes in everything Thai cuisines. Their menu offers authentic Thai main courses and light meals. Their Tom Yum is everything you would imagine a Tom Yum should taste like, with bursting flavours of authentic Thai taste. E San Thai kitchen also serves Thai-style grilled chicken and beef skewer. To finish off your meal, indulge yourself with their mango sticky rice!

Soi 55 Thai Kitchen reflects an emphasis by the founders to bring authentic Thai food to Malaysians to enjoy with fun, laughter and happiness. Let your food journey of Thailand begin here at their outlet in Casa Tropicana. They have another outlet at Damansara Perdana as well.

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.

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.  

Whenever you decide to dine-in here, make sure to order their Tomyam seafood pot which contains a burst of flavours and full of ingredients. Their Tomyam soup has authentic taste and it’s very refreshing. Their Crispy Papaya Salad is a must-try appetizer. Other than that, the menu offers fried rice, chicken, vegetables and also desserts!

When it comes to Thai food, what comes to your mind? Spicy, sour, sweet. All the flavors that will punch your taste bud. In a good way. Pak Lang Goreng and Tomyam promise to serve food that gives you the same experience without breaking a bank. This stall is located in Medan Selera Ibumie MBPJ. Don’s miss out next time you’re in the area.