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Best Thai Restaurants Near Me In Canberra

August 15, 2026
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Canberra’s Thai dining scene stretches well beyond familiar takeaway staples. Across Braddon, Dickson, Belconnen, Kingston and the city centre, diners can explore fiery salads, aromatic curries, smoky grilled meats, wok-fried noodles and the closely connected flavours of Lao and northeastern Thai cooking.

The capital offers options for almost every occasion. There are energetic restaurant-bars built around shared plates, modest neighbourhood dining rooms devoted to traditional cooking, bustling noodle houses and polished waterfront venues suited to celebrations. Although the settings vary, the strongest kitchens understand the balance that defines memorable Thai food: sweetness controlled by acidity, chilli supported by fragrance and rich coconut sauces lifted with fresh herbs.

These Canberra restaurants each bring something distinctive to the table. Whether the priority is uncompromising spice, a comforting curry, a celebrated bowl of laksa or a relaxed meal beside the lake, the following venues provide an excellent starting point.

Zaab

Zaab brings the intensity of Lao and Thai street food into one of Braddon’s most animated dining rooms. Graffiti-inspired details, warm lighting and an energetic soundtrack give the restaurant a lively nighttime character, while the menu is structured around dishes that are especially enjoyable when shared. This is a strong choice for diners who want bold food and a full evening out rather than a quiet, conventional curry-house experience.

The cooking moves confidently between smoky grilled meats, punchy dressings, seafood, curries and vibrant vegetable dishes. Betel-leaf bites make a bright beginning, while grilled pork, crying tiger beef and barramundi demonstrate the kitchen’s skill with richer flavours and assertive sauces. The hor mok-style seafood and Massaman curry provide more comforting alternatives, particularly when paired with rice and lighter plates.

Zaab also stands out for its bar program. Thai and Lao flavours inform a playful cocktail selection, complemented by imported beer and Australian wine. Groups can settle into a shared banquet, while smaller parties can build their own meal from snacks and larger plates. The atmosphere can become spirited later in the evening, making Zaab particularly well suited to birthdays, group dinners and sociable weekend meals.

Address: Unit 2, 9 Lonsdale Street, Braddon ACT 2612

Zaab Menu

Feed me

Minimum 2 people

$95/PP
$95

Signature Cocktail Betel Leaf Scallop Ceviche Ox Tongue Skewers Crying Tiger Barramundi Confit Duck Jasmine Rice (z)

$65/PP
$65

Betel Leaf Chicken Satay Grilled Pork Charcoal Chicken Massamun Beef Wok Tossed Greens Jasmine Rice (gf)

$65/PP Vegetarian
$65

Vegan Betel Leaf Corn Fritters Ma Hor Tofu Pallo Roasted Eggplant Flamed Cauliflower Wok Tossed Greens Jasmine Rice (z)

Sweets

Ice Cream
$14

Vanilla icecream, orange blossom, fairy floss, salted coconut toffee

Turmeric Rice Pudding
$14

Banana brulee, salted brioche crumb, sesam

Mango Sticky Rice (vg)(gf)

Sides

Wok Tossed Greens
$14
Jasmine Rice
$4
Sticky Rice
$4
Fresh Chilli
$4

Snacks

Corn Fritters (2) (vo)
$13

Carrot, kaffir lime leaf, basil chilli mayo

Betel Leaf (2) (vo)(gf)
$10

Roasted coconuts, peanut, ginger, lime, onion, galangal & shrimp reduction

Ma Hor (2) (v)(gf)
$10

Rolled mushroom and tofu, pineapple, peanut, seaweed roe

Chicken Satay (2) (gf)
$12

Turmeric, coconut, peanut

Son In Law Eggs (2) (v)
$12

Tamarind, fried onion, Thai herbs

Crispy Tofu (8) (vg)
$12

Zaab spice blend, tamarind, fried rice noodle

Ox Tongue Skewers (2)(gf)(z)
$16

Twice cooked, star anise, cinnamon, tamarind & green chilli puree

Uncle’s Fried Chicken a.k.a UFC (6)
$14

Zaab spice blend, citrus, garlic, chilli mayo, herbs

Larb Bites (2)
$10

Pork, aromatic rice powder, chilli flakes, fried basil

Big Stuff

Flamed Cauliflower (vg)(gf)(z)
$34

Paprika, ginger, garlic, pomegranate, sweet potato, corn puree, roast chilli oil

Goi Pla
$26

Kingfish sashimi, pickled onion, kaffir lime leaf, aromatic rice powder, banana chilli relish, sesame

Roast Eggplant (vg)(gf)(z)
$32

Lao mushroom relish, garlic, shallot, capsicum puree, Thai herbs

Scallop Ceviche
$20

Lemon, wasabi, onion, radish, pomegranate, Thai herbs, bird’s eye chilli

Hor Mok (gf)(z)
$42

Mixed seafood of prawns, squid and barramundi, coconut, curry, egg, pumpkin

Tofu Pallo (vg)
$18

Spiced vegetable broth, spring onion, roasted tomato and chilli relish

Chicken Lon
$18

Minced chicken, caramelized onion, coconut cream,chilli oil, rice paper crisp

Barramundi (gf)(z)
$40

Charred watercress, red chilli gravy, lemongrass, brussels sprout, tamarind

Charcoal Chicken (gf)
$35

Turmeric, coriander seed, onion, garlic, black pepper, nam jim jaew

Lao Sausage
$20

Pork, dill, lemongrass, onion, ginger, charred baby carrot, chilli, tamarind, leafy greens

Confit Duck (z)
$42

Five spice, tropical curry blend, lychee, pineapple, cherry tomato, charred beans, basil

Grilled Pork
$26

Garlic, black pepper, coriander, bird’s eye chilli flakes, soy and vinegar dressing

Crying Tiger
$40

Rare Angus Striploin, makham dressing, aromatic ground rice, Thai herbs, chilli flakes

Massamun Beef (gf)
$30

Slow cooked beef cheek, peanut, massamun curry, sweet potato chips, garlic mashed potatoes

Signatures

Crazy Coconut
$20

Finlandia Vodka, lemon, strawberry, coconut, whites

Eastside Duo
$20

Brokers London Dry Gin, St Germain Elderflower, mint, basil, lemon, peach, passionfruit, whites

South of the Border
$21

Espolon Blanco Tequila, Ilegal Mezcal, ‘secret’ liqueur, lemon, lime, agave

Snicker’s Old-Fashioned
$24

Burn butter Gospel Solera Rye, peanut butter infused Makers Mark, vanilla, cacao

Two to Mango
$19

Flor de Cana white rum, kaffir lime clarified mango, lemongrass

Light and Easy

Jasmine Tonic
$15

Brokers London Dry Gin, St Germain Elderflower, house-made jasmine tonic, strawberry, lychee, cucumber, lime

Watermelon Massacre
$16

House-made citron vodka, watermelon, vanilla, apple, lemonade

Zero % Alcohol

Vermillion Sky
$16

Lyre’s Dry London Spirit & Italian Orange, pomegranate, rose, lemon, apple

Foghorn
$16

Lyre’s White Cane Spirit & Aperitif Rosso, verjus, passionfruit, thyme

House Favourites

East Eight Hold Up
$18

Finlandia vodka, Aperol, lime, pineapple, passionfruit

Army Navy
$20

Brokers London Dry gin, Flor de Cana wite rum, lemon, macadamia

Copper Rush
$20

Gospel Solera rye whiskey, strawberry honey, lemon, bitters

White Negroni
$18

Brokers London Dry gin, Suze, blanc vermouth, bitters

Rosita
$22

Espolon Blanco, tequila, Campari, vermouth, agave, grapefruit foam

Arawak
$23

Bacardi Ocho dark rum, Appleton Estate Jamaica rum, Lustau PX Sherry, Kahlua, vanilla, bitters

Negroni

Spring Thyme Negroni
$22

Thyme infused Archie Rose Gin, Campari, sweet vermouth, herbal bitters

Summer Dusk Negroni
$22

Poor Tom’s Strawberry Gin, Aperol, pomegranate, grapefruit, Campari dust

Autumn Smoked Negroni
$22

Never Never Triple Juniper Gin, Campari, sweet vermouth, smoked bitters, mezcal, strawberry

Winter Spice Negroni
$22

Four Pillars Negroni Spiced Gin, Campari, sweet vermouth, spiced bitters

Dickson Asian Noodle House

Dickson Asian Noodle House is a longstanding Canberra favourite with a broad Malaysian, Thai and Lao menu. The dining room is relaxed, busy and uncomplicated, placing the emphasis on generous bowls, fast-moving wok dishes and dependable value. It is particularly appealing when the goal is a satisfying casual meal rather than an elaborate dining experience.

Laksa is the restaurant’s defining order. The deeply flavoured coconut broth can be paired with chicken, beef, duck, seafood, vegetables or a combination of ingredients, with smaller and larger servings accommodating different appetites. Its richness, fragrance and gentle heat explain why the dish has developed such an enduring local following.

There is considerably more to explore beyond laksa. Pad see ew, chilli-basil stir-fries and other Thai-influenced noodle dishes provide plenty of savoury wok flavour, while Lao salads offer acidity and freshness alongside the heavier soups and curries. Quick service and a broad menu make the restaurant practical for solo lunches, family dinners and mixed groups whose members may not all want the same style of Southeast Asian cooking.

Address: Shop 4, 29 Woolley Street, Dickson ACT 2602

Dickson Asian Noodle House Menu

Extras

Extra Vegetables
$3.50
Extra Noodles
$3.50
Extra Fresh Rice Noodles
$3.50
Extra Seafood
$6
Extra Tofu
$3.50
Extra Meat
$5
Extra Prawns
$6
Extra Duck
$6

Entrée

Spring Rolls (Pork)
$10

4 pieces in one serve

Fish Cakes
$12.50

4 pieces in one serve

Thai Golden Chicken Wings
$9.50

4 pieces in one serve

Satay Beef or Chicken
$12

4 sticks in one serve

Curry Puffs (Beef)
$10.50

4 in one serve

Vegetable Tempura
$13

12 pieces in one serve

Battered Prawns
$13

Fresh king prawns in light crisp batter served with sweet chilli sauce, 5 pieces in 1 serve

Prawn Toast
$13

4 pieces in one serve

Crab Claw
$13

4 pieces in one serve

Deep Fried Tofu
$12

Served with sweet chilli or sate sauce

Dim Sim (steam or deep fried)
$12

4 in one serve

Entrée Soups

Tom Yum Kung
$10

Hot and spicy soup with king prawns

Tom Kha Kai
$10

Chicken galangal cooked in coconut

Vegetable Soup
$9.50

Fresh vegetables in clear broth

Noodle Soups

Extra Fresh Rice Noodles
$3.50
Extra Seafood
$6
Extra Tofu
$3.50
Extra Meat
$5
Extra Prawns
$6
Extra Duck
$6
Combination Egg Noodle Soup
$20.50

Egg noodles, chicken, duck, pork and vegetables in broth

Seafood Egg Noodle Soup
$21.50

Egg noodles seafood & vegetables

Prawn Egg Noodle Soup
$24

Egg noodle prawns & vegetables

Vegetable Egg Noodle Soup
$19

Egg noodles and tofu vegetables in broth

Steamed duck Noodle Soup
$21.50

Egg noodle duck & vegetables in clear broth

Dry Mixed Egg Noodle
$20.50

Egg noodles lightly seasoned in special sauce, served with duck, chicken, pork and vegetables

Combination Laksa
$20.50

A spicy full flavoured curry & coconut broth served with wheat noodles & rice vermicelli, chicken, pork & duck combination garnished with bean curd & vegetables

Laksa Chicken
$19.80
Laksa BBQ Pork
$19.80
Laksa Beef
$19.80
Laksa Seafood
$21.50
Laksa Duck
$21.50
Laksa Fish
$21.50
Laksa Vegetables
$19
Prawn Laksa
$24
Jumbo Laksa
$24

A combination of chicken, duck, pork and seafood & veges

Extra Vegetables
$3.50
Extra Noodles
$3.50

Stir-Fry Noodles

Wok Style ( Chow Mein Style Optional )

Vegetables Crispy Noodles
$19

Vegetables, tofu, onion, ginger, served with crispy egg noodles

BBQ Pork & Crispy Noodles
$19.80

Pork, onion, ginger and Chinese broccoli served with crispy egg noodle

Beef & Crispy Noodles
$19.80

Beef, onion, ginger and Chinese broccoli served with crispy egg noodles

Chicken & Crispy Noodles
$19.80

Chicken, onion, ginger and Chinese broccoli served with crispy egg noodles

Prawns & Crispy Noodles
$24

Prawns, onion, ginger and Chinese broccoli served with crispy egg noodles

Pad Siew Noodles

Chicken Pad Siew
$19.80

Stir-fried rice noodles in soy sauce with egg, chicken, onion, Chinese broccoli and garlic

Beef Pad Siew
$19.80

Stir-fried rice noodles in soy sauce with egg, beef, onion, Chinese broccoli and garlic

Seafood Pad Siew
$21.50

Stir-fried rice noodles in soy sauce with egg, seafood, onion, Chinese broccoli and garlic

Prawn Pad Siew
$24

Stir-fried rice noodles in soy sauce with egg, prawns, onion, Chinese broccoli and garlic

Vegetables Pad Siew
$19

Stir-fried rice noodles in soy sauce with egg, vegetables, onion and garlic

Pad Kee Mao Noodles

Pad Kee Mao Chicken
$19.80

Spicy rice noodles stir-fried with chicken, onion, chilli and basil

Pad Kee Mao Beef
$19.80

Spicy rice noodles stir-fried with beef, onion, chilli and basil

Pad Kee Mao Seafood
$21.50

Spicy rice noodles stir-fried with seafood, onion, chilli and basil

Pad Kee Mao Prawn
$24

Spicy rice noodles stir-fried with prawns, onion, chilli and basil

Pad Kee Mao Vegetables
$19

Spicy rice noodles stir-fried with vegetables, onion, chilli and basil

Lao Dishes

BBQ Chicken Fillets
$20

Marinated chicken breast mixed herbs Lao style, served with sweet chilli sauce on the side

Larb Beef (Lao Style)
$23.50

Beef mince cooked in fresh garlic, fresh lemongrass, chilli, onion, shallots, coriander, mint and fish sauce, garnished with fresh carrots and cabbage

Larb Kai
$23.50

Chicken mince cooked in fresh garlic, fresh lemongrass, chilli, onion, shallots, coriander, mint and fish sauce, garnished with fresh carrots and cabbage

Larb Duck
$28.50
Param Longsong
$23.50

Grilled beef and green vegetables topped with peanut sauce

Crispy Duck
$28.50

Crispy fried duck breast served in special sauce

Thai Dishes

Red or Green Curry Beef or Chicken
$22.50
Red or Green Curry Duck
$28.50
Red or Green Curry Seafood or Fish
$25.50
Red or Green Curry Vegetables
$21.50
Red or Green Curry Prawns
$28.50
Beef Chilli with Basil
$22.50

Stir-fried beef with chilli and basil

Chicken Chilli with Basil
$22.50

Stir-fried chicken with chilli & basil

Seafood Chilli with Basil
$25.50

Stir-fried seafood with chilli & basil

Prawn Chilli with Basil
$28.50

Stir-fried prawn with chilli & basil

Chilli Fish Thai Style
$28.50

Fried fish fillets topped with chilli sauce and vegetables

Pad Phed Ped Yang
$28.50

Stir-fried roast duck with a special Thai curry and basil

Pad Phed Seafood
$25.50

Stir-fried seafood with a special Thai curry and basil

Pad Phed Prawns
$28.50

Stir-fried prawns with a special Thai curry and basil

Yum Neua Salad
$23.50

Grilled beef in spicy salad herbs

Yum Seafood
$25.50

Warm seafood salad with spicy sauce and mint

Yum Prawns
$28.50

Warm prawn salad with spicy sauce and mint

Chicken and Cashew Nuts
$22.50

Stir-fried chicken with vegetables and cashew nuts in oyster sauce

Beef & Cashew Nuts
$22.50

Stir-fried beef with vegetables and cashew nuts in oyster sauce

Pad Khing
$22.50

Beef, chicken OR pork, stir-fried with vegetables and ginger in oyster sauce

Panang Beef or Chicken
$22.50

Cooked in coconut, beans, peas, onion, shallots and panang chilli

Panang Seafood
$25.50

Cooked in coconut, beans, peas, onion, shallots and panang chilli

Panang Prawns
$28.50

Cooked in coconut, beans, peas, onions, shallots and panang chilli

Matsamun Neua
$25

Beef stewed in coconut, matsamun curry, potatoes, peanuts and onions

Sweet and Sour Pork, Chicken or Beef
$22.50
Sweet and Sour Seafood
$25.50
Sweet and Sour Prawns
$28.50

Cha Kway Teow

Cha Kway Teow served spicy / mild / not spicy

Cha Kway Teow
$20.50

Rice noodles with shredded pork, chinese sausage, chicken, vegetables and onion

Cha Kway Teow Duck
$21.50

Rice noodles with duck, vegetables and onion

Cha Kway Teow Seafood
$21.50

Rice noodles with seafood, vegetables and onion

Cha Kway Teow Vegetables
$19

Rice noodles with vegetables, onion and tofu

Cha Kway Teow Prawn
$24

Singapore Noodles

Vegetable Singapore Noodles
$19

Vermicelli noodles with shredded vegetables, onion, egg, bean sprout and tofu

Singapore Noodles
$20.50

Vermicelli noodles with chinese sausage, shredded pork, chicken, egg, carrots, shallots, bean sprouts and onion

Seafood Singapore Noodles
$21.50

Vermicelli noodles with seafood, egg, onion, carrots, shallots & bean sprouts

Prawn Singapore Noodles
$24

Vermicelli noodles with prawns, egg, onion, carrots, shallots and bean sprouts

Kwangtong Noodles

Combination Kwangtong Noodles
$20.50

Pan-fried rice noodles with beef, Seafood, Chinese broccoli, egg and onion

Beef Kwangtong Noodles
$19.80

Pan-fried rice noodles with beef, Chinese broccoli, egg and onion

Chicken Kwangtong Noodles
$19.80

Pan-fried rice noodles with chicken, Chinnese broccoli, egg and onion

Seafood Kwangtong Noodles
$21.50

Pan-fried rice noodles with seafood, Chinese broccoli, egg and onion

Prawn Kwangtong Noodles
$24

Pan-fried rice noodles with prawns, Chinese broccoli, egg and onion

Vegetable Kwangtong Noodles
$19

Pan-fried rice noodles with seasonal vegetables, tofu, egg and onion

Hokkien Noodles

Combination Hokkien Noodles
$20.50

Wheat flour noodles braised with dark soya sauce, beef, seafood, onion and Chinese broccoli

Vegetables Hokkien Noodles
$19

Wheat flour noodles braised with dark soya sauce and seasonal vegetables, tofu and onion

Beef Hokkien Noodles
$19.80

Wheat flour noodles braised with dark soya sauce, beef, onion and Chinese broccoli

Chicken Hokkien Noodles
$19.80

Wheat flour noodles braised with dark soya sauce, chicken, onion and Chinese broccoli

Seafood Hokkien Noodles
$21.50

Wheat flour noodles braised with dark soya sauce, prawn, calamari, crab, onion and Chinese broccoli

Prawn Hokkien Noodles
$24

Wheat flour noodles braised with dark soya sauce, prawn, onion and Chinese broccoli

Pad Thai Noodles

Pad Thai
$20.50

Stir-fried rice stick noodles with chicken, king prawns and egg garnished with fresh bean sprouts, peanuts and lemon

Chicken Pad Thai
$19.80

Stir-fried rice stick noodles with chicken and egg garnished with fresh bean sprouts, peanuts and lemon

Seafood Pad Thai
$21.50
Prawn Pad Thai
$24
Vegetables Pad Thai
$19

Stir-fried rice stick noodles with bean curd, egg, vegetables, onion garnished with fresh bean sprouts, peanuts and lemon

Vegetable Dishes

Monk Vegetables
$18.50

Stir-fried Chinese broccoli, bean curd and three kinds of mushroom in oyster sauce

Fried Mixed Vegetables
$17

Stir-fried Chinese broccoli, mushrooms, bean sprouts, carrots, baby corn, bamboo shoots & cabbage in oyster sauce

Fried Mixed Vegetables and Tofu
$18.50

Stir-fried Chinese broccoli, mushrooms, bean sprouts, carrots, baby corn, bamboo shoots, cabbage and tofu in oyster sauce

Fried Chinese Broccoli
$17

Stir-fried Chinese broccoli in oyster sauce

Rice Dishes

Hainam Chicken
$19.80

Chicken flavoured rice with poached chicken and ginger and chilli sauce on the side

BBQ Pork Rice
$19.80

BBQ pork served with chicken flavoured rice

Roast Duck Rice
$24

Succulent duck served with chef's special sauce, shallots & onion

Special Fried Rice
$17.50

Fried rice with seafood and egg

Fried Rice
$15

Fried rice, chicken, pork, egg, Chinese sausages, shallots & onion

Sticky Rice
$5
Steamed Rice
$4

Desserts

Wild Rice
$7

Black wild rice cooked in coconut milk

Thip’s Thai

Hidden on the upper level of a Belconnen building, Thip’s Thai rewards diners who seek it out. The modest, welcoming restaurant focuses on full-flavoured Thai cooking rather than fashionable presentation. Herbs, chilli, garlic and aromatic spices are allowed to make a clear impression, and the kitchen can adjust the heat of many dishes for diners who prefer either a restrained burn or something closer to Thai-style intensity.

Crispy chicken with chilli and basil is a natural place to begin, bringing together crunchy texture, savoury sauce and fragrant herbs. Som tam offers a sharper counterpoint, while pad Thai delivers the familiar balance of tamarind, sweetness and nuttiness. Panang curry is a good choice for diners who prefer a richer, rounded sauce, and barbecue pork neck adds a deeply savoury option to a shared table.

The friendly service is another part of the appeal. Staff can help newcomers navigate the menu and suggest dishes according to preferred ingredients and spice levels. Because the dining room is relatively intimate and slightly tucked away, Thip’s works especially well for a relaxed meal where the food matters more than a high-profile location.

Address: Shop 15, Level 1, 54 Benjamin Way, Belconnen ACT 2617

Thip's Thai Menu

Entrées

Vegetarian Spring Rolls (4)
$13
Fish Cakes (4)
$15
Chicken Dumpling (4)
$17
Prawn Cakes (4)
$19
Vegetarian Curry Puffs
$13
Fried Chicken Wings (4)
$19
Leek Cakes (4)
$13
Tempura Mixed Vegetables & Tofu
$19
Salt & Pepper Squid
$23

House Specials

Crispy Chicken, Chinese Broccoli and Chili Basil
$31
BBQ Pork Neck
$29
Thai Fried Chicken
$27
Chilli Basil Mince with Fried Eggs
$27
Battered Fish Fillets
$31
Lemongrass Grilled Chicken
$27

Soup

Tom Yum Soup
$10

Salads

Thai Papaya Salad
$22
Thai Papaya Salad with Fermented Sweet Crab
$24
Papaya Salad with Fermented Sweet Crab, Anchovy Sauce & Vermicelli Noodles
$26
Papaya Salad with Fermented Sweet Crab & Anchovy Sauce
$24

Stir Fried

Chilli & Basil Sauce
$20
Ginger & Shallot Sauce
$20
Cashew Nut Thai Chilli Jam Sauce (Mild)
$20
Garlic & Black Pepper Sauce
$20
Oyster Sauce
$20

Noodles and Rice

Pad Thai
$20
Pad See Ew
$20
Laksa
$20

Curries

Special Red Duck Curry
$31

House Lao Specialties

Larb
$17

Starters

Yum Nua
$17
Mee Grob
$18

Fried Rice

Arroz Frito
$12

Thai Salads

Yum Woon Sen
$18
Yum Pla Muk
$18
Ensalada De Jardín Tailandesa
$17
Ensalada De Papaya (Somtum)
$17
Plah Goong
$18

Desserts

Arroz Pegajoso Negro
$8
Taro Or Banana Wrapped With Sticky Rice
$8

Main Dishes

Pollo Briedu Al Estilo Tailandés
$16

Vegetarian

Manteca De Cerdo No
$12

Sides

Arroz Al Vapor (Por Persona)
$3

Signature Dishes

Hor Mok
$19

Rice Dishes

Sticky Rice (Per Person)
$3

House Special Salads

Thai Style Stuffed Omelette
$16
Muu Ma Now
$17
Bbq Grill Pork
$19

Noodle Rice

Sukee With Tofu Sauce
$16

Beverages

Coke
$5

Chong Co Thai Restaurant & Bar

Chong Co combines a comprehensive Thai menu with a polished position on the Kingston Foreshore. The spacious dining room and waterside seating make it one of the most versatile Thai restaurants in Canberra, equally suitable for an affordable lunch, a family gathering or a larger celebration. Its extensive trading schedule is also useful when flexibility matters.

The menu covers curries, stir-fries, noodles, rice dishes, salads, grills and seafood. Prawn rolls provide a crisp opening, while green curry and Thai fried rice offer approachable classics. Diners looking for something more substantial can consider crispy pork belly pad Thai, soft-shell crab with black pepper or one of the seafood specials. Portions are generally suited to sharing, making it easy to balance a rich curry with vegetables, salad and a wok-fried dish.

Chong Co is particularly convenient for groups with different dietary preferences. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free selections are available, and the broad menu contains both gently seasoned dishes and more assertive chilli-driven choices. The waterfront setting adds to the experience, especially during a leisurely lunch or an early dinner overlooking the foreshore.

Address: 31 Eastlake Parade, Kingston ACT 2604

Chong Co Thai Restaurant & Bar Menu

In-House Specials

Pulled Beef Rolls (2pcs)
$12

Mouth-watering pulled beef in massaman curry paste and potato, wrapped in crispy puff pastry, served with cucumber relish

Spicy Turmeric Stir Fry
$26

- Chicken $26 - Beef $26 - Vegetables $22 - Vegetables+Tofu $24

Pineapple Fried Rice with Prawns
$27
Salmon Green Curry
$35
Salmon Pepper Sauce
$35
Duck Salad
$28
Beef Noodle Soup
$23

Special Drinks & Dessert

Icy Watermelon Lychee
$14

Non-Alcoholic

Banoffee Pie
$20

Alcoholic. A dessert-inspired cocktail, blended with banana liqueur, Irish cream, vodka, and milk

Chong Co Amber
$20

Alcoholic. A delicious and festive drink, made with apple juice, Amaretto, Wild Turkey whiskey, and butter-scotch. This is perfect for cozy, crisps, and fun-filled days.

BitterSweet Kisses
$16

Alcoholic. 'Grapefruit shandy beertail' A sweet and sour citrusy spin on a refreshing lager beer.

Beer & Cider

Singha (Thailand) / Kingfisher (India) / Crown Lager
$8.50
Chang (Thailand) / Corona (Mexico) / Asahi (Japan)
$8
Tiger (Singapore) / Carlton Dry (Low Carb)
$7.50
Cascade Premium Light
$7
Batlow Apple Cider Premium or Cloudy
$8

Sparkling Wines

Chong Co Sparkling - Mclaren Vale, Sa

It exhibits rich, soft and full flavours complemented by a lovely crisp acidity and creamy complexity.

Tempus Two Blanc De Blancs Hunter Valley, Nsw
$39

Concentrated fruit flavours of peach, passionfruit and green apple balanced by a citrus finish.

Villa Teresa Organic Prosecco - Veneto, Italy
$39

Aromas of honeysuckle, citrus and sweet white peach; dry and creamy palate with a soft mousse and crisp finish.

White Wines

Chong Co Semillon Sauvignon Blanc - Mclaren Vale, Sa

A clean, crisp palate exhibiting citrus and tropical fruit flavours with great length and refreshing finish.

Garfish Chardonnay - Sa

Lively, fruit driven characters of white peach and lime balanced by a crisp acidity.

Grant Burge Benchmark Pinot Grigio Barossa Valley, Sa

Ripe pear, floral and strawberry aromas that follow on the palate; finely balanced by a dry, crisp finish.

Stonefish Sauvignon Blanc - Magaret River, Wa

Appealing mix of tropical fruit with pear and citrus notes; fresh, lively palate suited to all occasions.

Stonefish Riesling - Eden Valley, Sa

Bright and vibrant palate with peach, honey dew and tropical fruit flavours.

Lost Turtle Sauvignon Blanc - Marlborough, Nz
$41

Youthful aromas of passionfruit and gooseberry, elegant and finely balanced palate with tropical fruit flavours.

Starborough Pinot Gris - Marlborough, Nz
$41

Spiced pear and exotic floral aromas; great mouthfeel and prescence with a long finish showing honeyed pear flavours

Villa Teresa Pinot Grigio - Veneto, Italy
$39

Ripe apple nose that carries through the palate; flavours of cooked pear, lemon citrus and mineral with orange hints.

Stonefish Verdelho - Hunter Valley, Nsw
$35

Bright and crisp with intense and refreshing tropical pineapple notes, full round palate with ample sweetness.

Harts Barn Riesling - Eden Valley, Sa
$39

An exceptional eden valley riesling with aromatic citrus notes and a persistent finish

Sweet Wines

Grant Burge Moscato - Barossa Valley, Sa

Light in the mouth with fresh floral notes, hints of passionfruit and guava and is well balanced with a natural sweetness and crisp acidity

Rosé Wines

Stonefish Rose - Margaret River, Wa

Lightly sweet red fruits balanced by a natural lively acidity and a slightly savoury spice

Terre De Saint Louis Rose - Cotes De Provence, France
$37

A dry, sophisticated wine with a delicate aroma; well balanced and smooth and supple palate.

Red Wines

Chong Co Cabernet Sauvignon - Mclaren Vale, Sa

Classic shiraz aroma of spiced plum; soft and generous palate with layers of dark fruit, spice and fine tannins.

Shell Bay Shiraz Cabernet - Great Southern, Wa

Soft and supple with rich fruit and hints of toasty oak; soft elegantly styled palate with dark berry characters.

Stonefish Merlot - Frankland River, Wa

Juicy plum and earthy overtones with lengthy fruit on the palate. excellent natural acidity with a fine grain tannin finish.

Grant Burge Benchmark Shiraz - Barossa Valley, Sa

Classic shiraz aroma of spiced plum; soft and generous palate with layers of dark fruit, spice and fine tannins.

Garfish Cabernet Merlot - Frankland River, Wa

A soft, medium bodied blend showing appealing dark berry and chocolate characters with hints of spice and oak

Digiorgio Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon Coonawarra, Sa
$45

Soft palate with ample fruit flavours of blueberry and blackcurrant with notes of violet, vanilla spice and oak.

Stonefish Reserve Shiraz - Barossa Valley, Sa
$45

Concentrated aromas of plum and dark berries; elegant palate with perfectly integrated tannins and subtle spice.

Lost Turtle Pinot Noir Central Otago, Nz
$39

Ripe, red fruit flavours of plum and berry with notes of cherry and liquorice; refined palate with a supple finish.

Soft Drinks & Juice

Pepsi Pepsi Max Lemonade Solo Sunkist Soda Water
$4.50
Pink Lemonade Lemon Lime & Bitters
$4.75
Sparkling Mineral Water (300ml)
$4.50
Tonic Water (300ml)
$4.50
Apple Juice Pineapple Juice Orange Juice
$4.75
Cranberry Juice
$4.50
Thai Coconut Juice
$5.50
Ginger Beer (375ml)
$5.50

Coffee & Tea

Special Irish Coffee
$12

With irish whisky and a dash of kahlua.

Short Black Long Black Macchiato
$4
Flat White Cappuccino Latte Chai Latte Mocha Hot Chocolate
$4.50
Thai Iced Coffee Iced Chocolate Thai Milk Tea
$6.50
Lemon Iced Tea
$5.50
Green Tea Jasmine Tea Black Tea Earl Grey Tea English Breakfast Tea Peppermint Tea
$4

Per Person

Cocktails

Chong Co Paradise

Melon liqueur, coconut liqueur and pineapple juice.

Chong Co Sunrise

Rum, coconut liqueur, coconut milk and pineapple juice.

Thai Toblerone

Hazelnut liqueur, coffee liqueur, irish cream, coconut milk and milk

Phuket Fantasy

Vodka, tequila, blue curacao and lemonade.

Margarita

Tequila, triple sec and lime juice.

Mocktails

Chong Co Fruit Punch

Mixed fruit juice and passionfruit.

Chong Co Colada

Pineapple juice, coconut milk and grenadine

Coco Mango

Mango, coconut juice and milk.

Sweet Tang

Blended raspberry, cranberry juice and syrup.

Spirits

Johnnie Walker Black Label
$10
Johnnie Walker Red Label
$9
Jack Daniels Jim Beam Southern Comfort
$9
Bombay Sapphire Gin Tequila Wild Turkey Tullamore Dew Irish Whiskey
$10
Absolut Vodka Bacardi Rum
$9
Bundaberg Rum
$8

Shots

B52 (Kahlua, Irish Cream, Cointreau)
$12
Flaming Blue (Grenadine, Blue Curcao, Triple Sec)
$12
With Me (Kahlua, Blue Curcao, Irish Cream, Cointreau)
$12

After Dinner

Hennessy Vsop
$12
Galway Pipe Grand Tawney 12 Years Old
$10
Cointreau Drumbuie Grand Marnier Patron Xo
$12
Kahlua Tiamaria Baileys Frangelico
$10
Midori Malibu Galliano Vanilla Galliano Sambuca
$9

Chong Co Chef's Special

Lamb Shank Massaman Curry
$29

Slow cooked lamb shank in special massaman curry with coconut milk, onion, potato, topped with cashew nut and coriander. (gf)

Lamb Cutlets Chilli & Basil
$35

Grilled lamb cutlets topped with chilli and basil sauce on a bed of steamed vegeatbles.

Salmon Green Curry
$33

Seared salmon fillet on a bed of vegetables topped with thick green curry

Black Pepper Crispy Soft Shell Crab
$33

Crispy soft shell crab cooked with black pepper sauce, served on a bed of vegetables.

Herbal Crispy Barramundi
$35

Deep fried baramundi fish fillet coated with homemade herbal sauce topped with crispy shredded lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves and finger roots

Whole Snapper Chilli & Basil Sauce

Deep fried whole snapper fish, topped with thai style chilli and basil sauce.

Pork Ribs
$31

Grill marinated pork spare ribs in chong co homemade sauce, served with mixed salad and dressing

Appetizers

Crab Rolls
Curry Puffs
Thai Fish Cakes
Satay Chicken Skewers

Soup

Tom Yum Nam-Khon
$15

Famous thai hot and sour prawn soup cooked with fresh herbs, mushrooms and a dash of milk.

Tom Kha Gai
$14

Classic creamy chicken soup with coconut milk, fresh thai herbs and mushrooms.

Salad

Papaya Salad with Crispy Soft Shell Crab
$25

Famous thai style green papaya salad with lime juice, roasted peanuts, green bean, tomato, served with crispy soft shell crab.

Wagyu Beef Salad
$29

Grilled marinated wagyu beef mixed with thai salad, ground roasted rice, dressing, chilli lime, mint, shallot, onion and coriander

Duck Salad
$28

Sliced roasted duck with coconut shredded, chilli jam, coconut milk, cucumber, mint, shallot, coriander and cherry tomatoes

Larb Gai (Thai Chicken Salad)
$25

Minced chicken mixed with thai salad chilli lime dressing, ground roasted rice, mint, shallot and onion.

Crispy Pork Belly

Chilli Basil

Stir fried in chilli& basil sauce with green bean, bamboo shoots and onion topped with crispy basil leaves.

Prik Khing

Stir fried with prik khing curry paste, green beans and kaffir lime leaves

Kana Moo Grob

Stir fried in oyster sauce with chinese broccoli, garlic and chilli.

Prik Pao Moo Grob

Stir fried mild chilli yam sauce with capsicum, onion, shallot, mushrooms, corn and basil leaves.

Grilled Dishes

Chicken
$29

Marinated char-grilled maryland chicken, served with mixed salad and sweet chilli sauce.

Wagyu Beef
$33

Marinated char-grilled wagyu beef served with mixed salad and thai relish "nam jim jeaw".

Veggie Lovers

Asian Green and Tofu
$17

Stir fried fresh asian green vegetable with garlic, tofu and oyster mushroom sauce.

Eggplant with Chilli Basil & Green Peppercorn
$17

Stir fried eggplant with green peppercorn, mixed vegetables and chilli basil sauce (v, ve)

Vegetarian Thai Massaman Curry
$17

Thai massaman curry with potato, mixed vegetables, topped with onion and peanut ( gf, ve)

Stir Fried & Curry

Vegetable
$17
Chicken , Beef or Pork
$20
Combination Meat
$21
Lamb (Back Strap)
$23

(back strap)

Prawns or Mixed Seafood
$25
Roasted Duck
$24

Curries

Beef Massaman Curry
$23

Slow cooked chunky beef in massaman curry with potato, topped with onion and roasted peanut

Red Curry

Thai style red curry with coconut milk, bamboo shoots, mixed vegetables and basil leaves.

Green Curry

Thai style green curry with coconut milk, mixed vegetables and basil leaves

Panang

Mild curry cooked with coconut milk, green bean, topped with kaffir lime leaves and crushed peanut

Noodles & Rice Dishes

Chicken Pad Thai
$21

Famous thai style thin rice noodle stir fried with chicken, egg, tofu, bean sprouts, shallot, served with lemon and crushed peanuts (gf option)

Pork Pad See Ew
$22

Stir fried thick rice noodle with pork, egg, sweet soy sauce and mixed vegetable

Beef Pad Kee Mao
$22

Stir fried thick rice noodle with beef, herbs, chilli, basil leaves, egg and vegetables

Combination Thai Fried Rice
$23

Thai style fried rice with chicken, beef, pork, egg, tomatoes and mixed vegetable.

Mixed Seafood Laksa Soup
$25

Rice vermicelli noodle with mixed seafood, tofu, bean sprouts and vegetables in curry based soup.

Side Dishes

Thai Jasmin Rice
$3.50
Coconut Rice
$4.70
Steamed Vegetables
$8
Steamed Thin Rice Noodles
$3.50
Steamed Thick Rice Noodles
$3.50

Desserts

Banana with Sticky Rice
$12

Thai traditional dessert, steamed sticky rice with black grams and banana wrapped in banana leaves, served with vanilla ice cream

Banana Split
$10

Banana split served with ice cream. choices of vanilla, chocolate or strawberry ice cream

Deep Fried Ice Cream
$12

Breaded wrapped vanilla ice cream topped with choices of caramel, chocolate or strawberry flavours.

Ice Cream
$8

Choices of vanilla, chocolate or strawberry ice cream.

Roti with Banana
$11

Thai traditional pancake recipe with banana, condensed milk and topped with chocolate powder

Taro Pearls in Coconut Cream
$10

Thai taro mixed with flour and rolled into tiny bite-sized balls in a sweet and delicious coconut cream

Kids Menu

Chicken Fried Rice
$10
Chicken Satay and Rice
$10
Chicken Nuggets and Chips
$10
Chicken Pad See Ew Noodle
$10

Lunch Specials

Kuay Tiew Ped
$18

(Roasted Duck Noodle Soup) roasted duck, egg noodle in broth with chinese broccoli, bean sprouts and crispy fried garlic

Kana Moo Grob
$18

Stir fried in oyster sauce with crispy pork belly, chinese broccoli and garlic sauce come with steamed jasmine rice

Chilli Basil Moo Grob
$18

Stir fried with chilli basil sauce with crispy pork, green beans, bamboo shoot, onion and garlic served with steamed rice

Fried Rice Pineapple & Prawns
$18

Thai style fried rice with yellow curry powder, prawns, pineapple, cashew nut, dice carrot, corn, peas and shallot

Pad Thai Kiew Grob with Prawns (Crispy Wonton Pad Thai)
$18

Stir fried crispy wonton with prawns, egg, bean curd, bean sprout, shallot, sweet dried shrimp, crispy fried onions and crushed peanut

Lunch Special Kingston

Vegetable
$15
Chicken , Beef or Pork
$16
Combination (Chicken + Beef + Pork)
$17

(chicken + beef + pork)

Prawns or Mixed Seafood
$18

Stir Fried on Wok

Cashew Nut Sauce

Stir fried with cashew nut, chilli jam and mixed vegetables

Chilli & Basil Sauce

Stir fried with homemade chilli & basil sauce with sweet basil leaves and mixed vegetables

Peanut Satay Sauce ( Ve Option And or Gf Option)

Stir fried homemade peanut sauce and mixed vegetables

Oyster Sauce (Gf Option)

Stir fried with oyster sauce and mixed vegetables

Garlic & Pepper Sauce (Gf Option)

Stir fried with garlic, pepper and mixed vegetables

Lunch Curries

Green Curry

Thai style curry with green chilli paste, herbs, coconut milk, eggplant and mixed vegetables

Panang Curry

Thai style thick curry with coconut milk, green beans topped with kaffir lime leaves and crushed peanut

Massaman Beef Curry
$17

Slow cooked chunky beef in massaman curry with potato, topped with onion and roasted peanut (gf)

Lunch Noodle & Fried Rice

Pad Thai

Stir fried thin rice noodle with egg, bean curd, bean sprouts, shallot, served with lemon, fried onion and crushed peanut

Pad See Ew

Stir fried thick rice noodle with egg, sweet soy sauce and vegetables

Pad Kee - Mao

Stir fried thick rice noodle with egg, chilli, basil leaves, mixed herbs and vegetables.

Laksa Noodle Soup

Rice vermicelli noodle with tofu, bean sprouts and vegetable in laksa curry base soup

Tom Yum Nam Khon Noodle Soup

Thin rice noodle and vegetable in hot sour flavoured soup and a dash of milk

Tom Yum Fried Rice

Fried rice with egg, tom yum paste, thai herbs and vegetables

Thai Fried Rice

Thai style rice with egg, shrimp paste, cherry tomatoes and mixed vegetables

Banquet Menu

Crab Rolls
Curry Puffs
Thai Fish Cakes
Satay Chicken Skewers
Stir Fried Prawns with Chilli Jam and Basil
Beef with Oyster Sauce
Green Curry with Chicken

(spicy)

Combination Pad Thai
Stir Fried Asian Green Vegetables & Tofu
Steamed Jasmin Rice

Take Away Appetizers

Golden Prawn Rolls (4 Pcs)
$13

Stuffed sesame prawns wrapped in crispy pastry, served with sweet plum sauce

Satay Chicken Skewers (5 Pcs)
$12

Grilled marinated chicken skewers, touch of sesame aroma, served with homemade satay sauce

Thai Fish Cakes (4 Pcs)
$11

Famous spicy thai fish cakes, served with sweet chilli sauce

Crispy Crab Net Rolls (5 Pcs)
$10

Crab meat, shrimp with water chestnut, taro, wrapped in crispy net roll, served with sweet plum sauce

Spring Rolls (4 Pcs)
$10

Mixed vegetables wrapped in crispy pastry, served with sweet chilli sauce

Curry Puffs (4 Pcs)
$10

Mixed vegetables in pastry puff, served with sweet chilli sauce

Chong Co Tangy Lemon Squid
$13

Deep fried- fried lightly milk battered squid, sprinkle of salted & lemon pepper served with chilli mayo

Take Away Soup

Tom Yum Goong Nam Khon
$13

Famous thai flavorful prawn soup, with mushroom, fresh herb and a dash of milk

Tom Khar Gai
$12

Light & fragrant coconut soup with chickem breast, mushroom, fresh herb and lemon

Take Away Salad

Papaya Salad Wirh Crispy Softshell Crab
$22

Thai style green papaya salad with lemon juice, roasted peanut, green bean, tomato and dried shrimp . served with crispy soft shell crab

Wagyu Beef Salad
$26

Sliced grilled wagyu beef with mixed salad, ground roasted rice mint, shallot onion, coriander and chilli & lemon dressing

Duck Salad
$24

Sliced roasted duck with shredded coconut, mild chilli jam, coconut milk, cucumber, mint, shallot, coriander and cherry tomato.

Larb Gai (Thai Chicken Mince Salad)
$22

Minced chicken with mixed salad, ground roaster rice, mint, shallot, onion and chilli lemon dresing

Take Away Crispy Pork Belly

Chilli Basil

Stir fried in chilli & basil sauce with green bean, bamboo shoot, onion, topped with crispy basil

Prik Khing

Stir fried with prik khing curry paste, green bean and kaffir lime leaves

Kana Moo Grob

Stir fried in oyster sauce with chinese broccoli, garlic and chilli

Prik Pao Moo Grob

Stir fried in mild mild chilli jam sauce with capsicum, onion, shallot, mushroom, baby corn and basil leaves

Take Away Grills

Wagyu Beef
$28

Marinated char-grilled wagyu beef served with mixed salad and thai relish "nam jim jaew

Chicken
$24

Marinated char-grilled skin on chicken maryland on mixed salad, served with sweet chilli sauce

Take Away Veggie Lover

Asian Green and Tofu
$17

Stir fried fresh asian green vegetable with garlic, tofu and oyster mushroom sauce.

Eggplant with Chilli Basil & Green Peppercorn
$17

Stir fried eggplant with green peppercorn, mixed vegetables and chilli basil sauce (v, ve)

Vegetarian Thai Massaman Curry
$17

Thai massaman curry with potato, mixed vegetables, topped with onion and peanut ( gf, ve)

Take Away Stir Fried & Curry

Vegetable
$17
Chicken , Beef or Pork
$20
Combination Meat
$21
Lamb (Back Strap)
$23

(back strap)

Prawns or Mixed Seafood
$25
Roasted Duck
$24

Take Away Stir Fried

Cashew Nut Sauce

Stir fried in mild chilli jam, black fungus, water chestnut, onion, shallot and cashew nut

Chilli & Basil Sauce

Stir fried with homemade chilli & basil (gf option)

Peanut Satay Sauce

Stir fried with peanut satay sauce (gf option)

Oyster Sauce

Stir fried in oyster sauce (gf option)

Garlic & Pepper Sauce

Stir fried in light sauce with garlic and pepper (gf option)

Lemongrass Sauce

Stir fried with fine slice of lemon grass (gf option)

Ginger Sauce

Stir fried with ginger, black fungus, soy bean paste, shallot and onion (gf option)

Black Bean Sauce

Stir fried with black bean sauce

Sweet & Sour Sauce

Thai style sweet and sour dish. stir fried with tomato , pineapple and cucumber

Mixed Herbs

Stir fried spicy mixed herbs with green peppercorn and chilli

Take Away Curry

Beef Massaman Curry
$23

Slow cooked chunky beef in massaman curry with potato, topped with onion and roasted peanut

Red Curry

Thai style red curry with coconut milk, bamboo shoots, mixed vegetables and basil leaves.

Green Curry

Thai style green curry with coconut milk, mixed vegetables and basil leaves

Panang

Mild curry cooked with coconut milk, green bean, topped with kaffir lime leaves and crushed peanut

Pad Thai

Stir fried thin rice noodle with egg, bean curd, bean sprouts, shallot, served with lemon, fried onion and crushed peanut

Pad See Ew

Stir fried thick rice noodle with egg, sweet soy sauce and vegetables

Pad Kee Mao

Stir fried thick rice noodle with egg, chilli, basil leaves, mixed herbs and vegetables.

Laksa Noodle Soup (May Contain Shrimp Paste)

Rice vermicelli noodle with tofu bean sprouts ad asian vegetable in laksa curry base soup with milk

Fried Rice

Thai style fried rice egg, shrimp paste, cherry tomatoes, shrimp paste and mixed vegetables

Take Away Noodle & Fried Rice

Vegetable
$16
Chicken , Beef or Pork
$18
Combination Meat
$19
Lamb (Back Strap)
$23

(back strap)

Prawns or Mixed Seafood
$22
Roasted Duck
$24

Take Away Side Dishes

Jasmine Rice
Coconut Rice
Peanut Satay Sauce
Steamed Mixed Vegetable
Steamed Thin Rice Noodles
$4
Steamed Thick Rice Noodles
$4

Take Away Drinks

Pepsi, Pepsi Max, Lemonade, Lemon Squash, Sunkist (Can 375ml)
$2.50
Sparkling Mineral Water Glass Bottle (300 Ml)
$3.50
Thai Coconut Juice
$5.50

Final Thoughts

Canberra’s Thai restaurants cover a surprisingly broad spectrum. Zaab is the destination for energetic shared dining and cocktails, while Dickson Asian Noodle House remains a compelling choice for laksa and casual Southeast Asian comfort food. Thip’s Thai offers a more intimate experience built around robust traditional flavours, and Chong Co pairs an expansive menu with a polished waterfront setting.

The best choice ultimately depends on the occasion and the flavours you want most. A table of friends may gravitate towards share plates and grilled dishes, while a quick lunch might call for noodles, curry or a fragrant bowl of laksa. Whichever style appeals, these restaurants demonstrate the range that Thai and Thai-influenced cooking brings to Canberra’s dining scene.