{"id":23415,"date":"2016-08-03T14:53:22","date_gmt":"2016-08-03T06:53:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/booky.ph\/blog\/?p=23415"},"modified":"2019-03-04T15:57:53","modified_gmt":"2019-03-04T07:57:53","slug":"thai-restaurants-metro-manila","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/booky.ph\/blog\/thai-restaurants-metro-manila\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Best Restaurants for Authentic Thai Street Food"},"content":{"rendered":"

Who loves holes-in-the-wall?
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Thai food is famous for their flaming hot dishes, sticky mango rice, and their orange milk tea. There are a number of\u00a0restaurants in the metro serving authentic Thai cuisine and here are some of the best secret Thai restaurants<\/strong> you’ll surely love. While Thai is\u00a0not exactly the most popular choice of cuisine, we’re pretty sure the Thai milk tea, satays and pad thais at these places will make you a convert.<\/p>\n

Get ready to be transported to the streets of Bangkok!<\/p>\n

El Phante<\/a>\u00a0–\u00a0Gastro Park Kapitolyo<\/h2>\n

El Phante is a Thai-Mex<\/strong> joint located inside Kapitolyo’s only food park. Expect a variety of fusion dishes from the best of both worlds like Sriracha Carnitas, Nachos con Mango, and Chipotle Chicken Rice. E<\/em>verything is under P200. See all vendors here.<\/em><\/p>\n

This was included in our list:<\/strong>\u00a011 Best New Taquerias to Try Around Manila<\/p>\n

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No reservations accepted<\/strong>
\nView their Instagram account<\/a>
\nGastro Park, #12 1st St, Kapitolyo, Pasig
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Happy Tummy<\/a> – Baguio<\/h2>\n

Aside from its cold climate, Baguio is also known for fresh and cheap eats. Happy Tummy serves just that and more with it simple and affordable<\/strong> Thai menu. Bestsellers include Fried Tilapia w\/ Tamarind Sauce,\u00a0Crab Meat Fried Rice,and their pitcher of Thai\u00a0milk tea.\u00a0You can also check out its daughter restuarant, Happy Thai on Malingap St.<\/em><\/p>\n

Photo from @raineycj<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

No reservations accepted<\/strong>
\nKetchup Food Community, Romulo Dr, Baguio City
\n(0932) 436-1288
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Happy Thai<\/a>\u00a0– Malingap St.<\/h2>\n

Happy Thai is the daughter restaurant of Happy Tummy<\/strong> restaurant in Baguio. Happy Thai’s menu include popular Thai dishes like Pad Thai, Bagoong Rice, and Fried Tilapia. Masarap Ba?\u00a0Instagram account even tagged their Tom Yum Goong as ‘masarap’!<\/em><\/p>\n

Photo from @happythairestaurant<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
Photo from @happythairestaurant<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

No reservations accepted<\/strong>
\nView their Instagram account<\/a>
\n22 Malingap St, Teacher’s Village, Quezon City
\n(0908) 200-1300
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Ninak<\/a>\u00a0– Kapitolyo<\/h2>\n

Ninak is the brainchild of the same people behind Brother’s Burgers<\/a>. They also serve other traditional Asian fares\u00a0from Vietnam, Malaysia, and the Philippines. Favorite dishes include their Beef Rendang,\u00a0Chicken Satay, and the traditional Thai dessert: Red Ruby.<\/em><\/p>\n

P.S. Order their grape and basil slushies!<\/p>\n

Chicken Satay | Photo from @gibo1019<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
Beef Rendang | Photo from @thefoodscout<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Reservations are accepted<\/strong>
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Songkran<\/a>\u00a0– Makati<\/h2>\n

Songkran is a hole-in-the-wall restaurant\u00a0that\u00a0recently opened their Makati (their\u00a0first was along BF Homes<\/a>) that serves bang for your buck dishes. This is a favorite spot for those\u00a0looking for a quick Thai food fix in between office hours. Although their house specialty is the traditional Pad Thai, you can also try their version of Pineapple Rice and Green Chicken Curry.<\/em><\/p>\n

Insider tip:<\/strong> They also sell Carmen's Best ice cream.<\/pre>\n
Photo from @akosidong<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
Reservations are\u00a0accepted<\/strong>
\nView their Instagram account<\/a>
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Lime & Basil<\/a>\u00a0– Tagaytay<\/h2>\n
Lime & Basil is owned by the same people behind Metro Manila based restaurants,\u00a0Jatujak<\/a>\u00a0and Tamarind<\/a>. It’s one of Tagaytay’s\u00a0secret gems<\/strong>\u00a0that offers a garden-inspired dining experience\u00a0where you can enjoy the fresh breeze the mountains. Their ingredients are \u00a0sourced fresh from their greenhouse inside the compound. Must try dishes include the Thai Chicken Wings, Crispy Pata Curry, and the Lemon and Basil Salad.<\/em><\/p>\n
Booky Tip:\u00a0<\/strong>Make reservations at least a day before. Cash transactions only. You can also bring your pets.<\/pre>\n
Photo from @patriciagaw<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
Crispy Pata Curry | Photo from @oneandollie<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
Photo from @patgarc17<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
Reservations are accepted<\/strong>
\nView their Instagram account<\/a>
\n9014 J. Rizal St., Brgy Sikat, Alfonso, Cavite
\n(0915) 627-6393<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Siamaroi<\/a>\u00a0– Makati<\/h2>\n
This hidden restaurant<\/strong> along Jupiter is owned\u00a0by a Thai family. They\u00a0offer authentic Thai food like Roast Pork Neck, Green Curry with Chicken, and Papaya Salad with Fresh Crab. Be sure to check out their funky Thailand-themed interiors on your next visit.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n
Photo from @happytummytravels<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
Photo from @gomanila<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
No reservations accepted<\/strong>
\nView their Instagram account<\/a>
\n124 Jupiter St, Bel-Air, Makati
\n(0925) 465-9981
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SOMS Noodle House<\/a> – Poblacion<\/h2>\n
SOMS is one of the food pioneers in the now hip Poblacion neighborhood.\u00a0SOMS is located in\u00a0“Backwell” (back of Rockwell) so no fancy seats and food plating here!\u00a0Must try dishes include their curries, Chili Crab, Grilled Chicken, and Thai Milk Tea.<\/em><\/p>\n
Also read:\u00a0<\/strong>15 Newest Hangout Spots in Poblacion Makati<\/p>\n
Photo from @jm.sunglao<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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No reservations accepted<\/strong>
\nView their Instagram account<\/a>
\n5921 Alger St., Poblacion, Makati
\n(02) 836-0075
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Siam Thai BBQ Buffet & Sports Bar <\/a>– Kapitolyo<\/h2>\n
Siam Thai BBQ is a new buffet restaurant and sports bar<\/strong>\u00a0that offers unlimited Thai dishes, hot pot and\u00a0grilled meats. Buffet prices start at P599 per person, which come with unlimited rice, soup, ice cream and softdrinks. Affordable lunch sets are also served. <\/em>Watch out for live musical performances at night.<\/p>\n
Also read:\u00a012 Newest Restaurants to Check Out in Kapitolyo, Pasig<\/pre>\n
Photo from @allsundayj0ms<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
Photo from @siamthaibuffet<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
Reservations are accepted<\/strong>
\nView their Instagram account<\/a>
\nPioneer Center, 8006 Pioneer St cor United and Brixton St, Kapitolyo, Pasig
\n(02) 239-2866
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Crying Tiger<\/a>\u00a0– Makati<\/h2>\n
Crying Tiger is owned by\u00a0the same geniuses behind\u00a0street Mexican restaurant El Chupacabra<\/a> and Senor Pollo<\/a>. This joint is ideal for late night\u00a0<\/strong>drinks\u00a0<\/strong>and after office dinners.\u00a0Bestsellers include their Beef Rendang, Gai TOD (Thai Fried Chicken), and the Khai Nuk Kra Ta (Bangkok Quail Eggs).<\/em><\/p>\n
Insider tip:\u00a0<\/strong>Parking can be quite a challenge in the area.<\/pre>\n
Photo from @thekiwisarecoming<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
Photo from @jumpingchicken<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
Reservations are accepted<\/strong>
\nView their Instagram account<\/a>
\n4986 Guanzon Street, Poblacion, Makati
\n(02) 894-1769
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Craving for some Vietnamese? Read this post:\u00a013 Must Visit Restaurants for Authentic Vietnamese Street Food<\/p>\n
Did you know that with the Booky app<\/a>, you can type \u201cTHAI\u201d<\/strong> and search over 800\u00a0restaurants in Metro Manila, Tagaytay, and Baguio. If you spotted a new restaurant near you, shoot us an email at support@phonebooky.com<\/a> with all the details.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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