Pad thai na pad thai ako sa’yo!
The essence of Thai food is all about harmony – achieving the perfect balance between sweet, sour, hot, and salty.
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You’ve got pungent fresh herbs like lemongrass and galangal that complement the kick of spices, while the salty sauces are tempered with slightly sweet and acidic flavors! You’ll find yourself digging in for more and more and more!
This often underrated cuisine is finally gaining popularity in the city. Get ready to be transported to the streets of Bangkok – these restaurants will leave you tongue Thai-ed!
10. Just Thai
Get your fix of Thai comfort food here at Just Thai, one of the longest-running Thai restaurants in the metro. Order their Pla Muek Tod, Khao Pad Phed Neua, and their Tom Yum Classic!
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Molito Lifestyle Mall, Madrigal Ave, Alabang, Muntinlupa
(02) 808-4058
9. Krung Thai
Authentic, high-quality Vietnamese food awaits you here at Krung Thai, a humble restaurant just beside Marikina Public Market. Don’t underestimate this casual spot–it offers big flavors that will satisfy your fam or barkada!
1 W. Paz, corner M. C. Cruz St, Marikina
8. Siam Thai BBQ
Siam Thai is a sports bar and restaurant that offers Thai grilled meats, seafood, hot pot, and more. It’s the ideal place to gather all your buddies over authentic and flavorful Thai classics in the hip and chill atmosphere!
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Pioneer Center, 8006 Pioneer St cor United and Brixton St, Kapitolyo, Pasig
0961 408 5351
7. Nara Thai
For authentic and delicious Thai cuisine that hits the right spot, Nara Thai is a strong contender. Get their pad thai and the chicken satay if you’re yearning for that Thai comfort food type of meal!
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6. Khao Khai Thai Chicken House
Hidden in the busy streets of Poblacion, Khao Khai is a laidback eatery that specializes in Northern Thailand cuisine. Namely, their Bangkok “Street Cart” Style Fried Chicken known as Gai Tod.
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5772 Ebro St, Poblacion, Makati, Del Monte corner Biak na Bato QC
(02) 77171240 | 09958236232
5. Mor Thai
You won’t find authentic Thai food anywhere like Mor Thai, a Thai SELECT awardee. Apart from classic Thai favorites, they also specialize in hot pot dishes and carry a bunch of Thai pantry ingredients so you can shop and dine at the same time.
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2/F, MET Live Mall, EDSA Ext. cor Macapaggal Metro Park, Bay Area
4. Smile Elephant
Smile Elephant is a hole-in-the-wall restaurant serving authentic Thai-inspired dishes. Among its recommended dishes are chicken pandan, pad thai, beef in red curry, and crispy catfish.
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45 West Capitol Drive, Kapitolyo, Pasig
(02) 738-5824
3. Azuthai
Azuthai is known to cater to large families and friends who love to eat home-style Thai cuisine that’s prepared by the famous Thai Chef Watee. Get ready to feast and savor the authentic Thai spices and seasonings!
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Milkyway Building, 900 Arnaiz Avenue, corner Paseo de Roxas, Makati City
2. Benjarong Royal Thai Restaurant
Recognized as one of the country’s best restaurants for 2019, Bejarong Royal Thai Restaurant serves high-quality and authentic Thai dishes in an elegant five-star setting.
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G/F Dusit Thani Hotel, EDSA cor Pasay Road, Arnaiz Ave, Ayala Center, Makati
(02) 238-8888
1. People’s Palace
Another concept from Chef Colin Mackay (Sala Bistro, Blackbird) is People’s Palace – a modern Thai restaurant tucked in the Garden Side of Greenbelt 3 considered a benchmark in Manila’s culinary map for Thai cuisine.
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G/F Greenbelt 3-Garden Side, Ayala Center, Makati
(02) 729-2888; (0917) 819-4375
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