Hey foodies, it’s time to awaken your taste buds! Where every dish tells a story of rich flavours, aromatic spices and bright culinary creativity, we’re introducing you to our top 10 recommendations for the best Thai food in Kuala Lumpur and Petaling Jaya. From Damansara Kim’s KomPassion to Damansara Uptown’s Heng Dee by Nhom Thai, you’ll definitely be saying “aroi mak mak” while savouring every heart-warming Thai foodie delight.
10 Best Thai Food In KL & PJ
1. KomPassion
We’re bringing on the heat at KomPassion in Damansara Kim. Serving up smiles with his contemporary Thai Asian fusion cuisine, Chef Kom always goes the extra mile to craft impressive dishes that are unique yet comforting to the palate. They are celebrated for their signature Crab Omelette, Tom Yum Goong, Green Curry with Grilled Chicken, Stuffed Chicken Wings and Mango Sticky Rice.
KomPassion
Address: 5, Jalan SS 20/11, Damansara Kim, 47400 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Operating Hours: Wednesday to Sunday (11 am – 3pm, 5 – 10 pm), Closed on Mondays & Tuesdays
Status: Non-halal
Link (s): Facebook | Instagram
2. M Dining
Spice it up and reimagine Thai food like never before at M Dining! With lots of positive Google Reviews, a vibrant dining environment and warm hospitality, head on to enjoy some of their sensational Curry Lamb Shank, Pad Kra Pow Thai Bibimbap, Pad Thai, Crab Delight Sliders and Scallop Betel Leaf with some refreshing Teddy Bear Thai Milk Tea that has the cutest ice teddy bear decorated on top.
M Dining
Address: 105M, Jalan SS 21/37, Damansara Utama, 47400 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Operating Hours: Monday to Sunday (11.30 am – 3 pm, 5.30 – 10 pm)
Status: Pork-free
Link (s): Facebook | Instagram
3. Yexiao Canteen
Sawadee ka! Here’s a viral one to tantalise all your taste buds and spice cravings! Drop by Yexiao Canteen in Kepong for some aromatic Thai Mama Mee Tom Yum and Smoked Duck Noodles that will leave you wanting more. It’s even open till 1 AM to satisfy all your late night Thai foodie supper cravings.
Yexiao Canteen
Address: Jalan Kepong Baru, Kepong Baru, 52100 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Operating Hours: Wednesday to Monday (6 pm – 1 am), Tuesday (9 am – 1 am)
Status: Non-halal
Link (s): Facebook | Instagram
4. Moo-Ka-Ta Krua Thai Restaurant
Listen up big eaters and midnight owls! You have got to feast at Moo-Ka-Ta Krua Thai Restaurant which is also situated in Kepong and open right up to 6 AM in the morning. Have fun eating it all by enjoying their flavourful Thai BBQ and Steamboat delights!
Moo-Ka-Ta Krua Thai Restaurant
Address: No G-13 & G-13A, First Residence Condo Jalan Vista Mutiara 1, Kepong Baru, Mwe Kepong Commercial Park, 52000 Kuala Lumpur
Operating Hours: Friday to Wednesday (11.30 am – 6 am), Closed on Thursdays
Status: Non-halal
Link (s): Website | Facebook | Instagram
5. Boran Classic Thai Street Food
Adored by many PJ-ians, Boran Classic Thai Street Food in Sea Park will definitely become your favourite place for Thai food too! With lots of reasonably priced Thai street food dishes on the menu, their Thai Fish Cakes, Tom Yum Noodles, Deep Fried Pork Belly, Black Pepper Chicken Rice and Coconut Ice Cream all tastes just as good as it looks.
Boran Classic Thai Street Food
Address: 25 G, Jalan 21/11a, Sea Park, 46300 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Operating Hours: Monday to Sunday (10.45 am – 9 pm)
Status: Non-halal
Link (s): Facebook | Instagram
6. Thai Hou Sek @ 1 Utama
It’s about to get hot in here at Thai Hou Sek! Offering affordable lunch and dinner set meals with big value-for-money portions, it comes as no surprise that there’s always a long queue and large crowds all hungry for a taste. Tasty best-sellers like the Pineapple Fried Rice, Spicy Soft-Shell Crab, Seafood Tom Yum Soup, Pandan Chicken and Siu Yuk are worth a try!
Thai Hou Sek @ 1 Utama
Address: 2nd Floor, One Utama, Bandar Lot S132, Lebuh Bandar Utama, 47800 Petaling Jaya
Operating Hours: Monday to Sunday (11 am – 10 pm)
Status: Non-halal
Link (s): Website | Facebook | Instagram
7. Malai Thai Cuisine
Taking great pride in providing patrons with an authentic Thai dining experience, Malai Thai Cuisine is the place to be. As a MICHELIN Selected restaurant with friendly Thai-born chefs and crave-worthy flavours, come on and transport yourself to the Land of Smiles. Portions of their dishes are also very huge so it’s perfect for sharing with your loved ones!
Malai Thai Cuisine
Address: Ground Floor, Menara Ample West, 6, Jalan P. Ramlee, Kuala Lumpur, 50250 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Operating Hours: Monday to Sunday (12 – 10 pm)
Status: Pork-free
Link (s): Website | Facebook | Instagram
8. Gai by Darren Chin
Feeling hungry for more? As another award-winning MICHELIN Guide restaurant, Gai by Darren Chin will definitely excite your senses and taste buds! Prepare to be delighted by their Chiang Mai inspired favourites like the Southern Style Yellow Crab Curry, Jay Fai’s Crab Omelette, Signature Hat Yai Fried Chicken and Tom Yum Seafood with Hokkaido Scallop and Sabah Tiger Prawns.
Gai by Darren Chin
Address: 26A, Lorong Datuk Sulaiman 1, Taman Tun Dr Ismail, 60000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Operating Hours: Tuesday to Sunday (12 – 3 pm, 6 – 11 pm), Closed on Mondays
Status: Pork-free
Link (s): Website | Facebook | Instagram
9. NAPA Authentic Thai Cuisine
Yum, we’re making our way to NAPA Authentic Thai Cuisine next! As its name suggests, it’ll certainly become your new haven, where every bite is infused with authentic flavours. Take your pick from irresistible gems on their menu like the Tom Yum Talay Naam, Beef Curry, Barramundi Salad and lots more.
NAPA Authentic Thai Cuisine
Address: 27, 29, Jalan Sri Hartamas 7, Taman Sri Hartamas, 50480 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Operating Hours: Monday to Sunday (12 – 3 pm, 6 – 10.30 pm)
Status: Pork-free
Link (s): Website | Facebook | Instagram
10. Heng Dee by Nhom Thai
With original family generational recipes crafted by a chef from Thailand, Heng Dee is the final spot that you must visit! We highly recommend giving their mouth-watering Signature Nhom Duck Noodles, Duck Rice, Kway Teow Tom Yum, Som Tum and Fried Mama Mee a try.
Heng Dee by Nhom Thai
Address: Ground Floor, 16, Jalan SS 21/35, Damansara Utama, 47400 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Operating Hours: Tuesday to Sunday (10.30 am – 9.30 pm), Closed on Mondays
Status: Non-halal
Link (s): Facebook | Instagram
We’re Spicing It Up With A Thai Foodie Meal
Aroi mak mak! From fiery spices that ignite the palate to a delicate balance of sweet, sour and salty flavours, let’s explore these 10 best Thai food spots in KL and PJ together to experience what makes each Gem a spicy sensation. Share this post with someone you’d love to eat Thai food with!
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