Much is said about Japanese, Chinese and even Korean cuisine in São Paulo, but how about exploring the charms of the Thai restaurants scattered around SP? If you’ve never had this experience, it’s high time you added it to your list! After all, Thai cuisine has been winning over more and more admirers here, with its irresistible combination of sweet, salty and spicy flavors.
Marked by the abundant use of rice and noodles, as in many Asian cultures, Thai cuisine stands out for its creativity in incorporating curries, vegetables, succulent meats and delicious seafood. Generating an explosion of flavors that promises to delight the palate and leave you wanting more!
With this in mind, here is a selection of Thai restaurants in São Paulo that bring the essence of the streets of Bangkok to our city. Check out our suggestions below and get ready to embark on a gastronomic journey without leaving the capital!
5 Thai restaurants in SP to try the typical cuisine
ThaiThai Brasil
First of all, if you’re looking for an authentic Thai experience, you need to visit ThaiThai Brasil. The restaurant stands out for its very traditional dishes, such as Pad Thai (the famous Thai fried noodles) and various types of curries.
📍 Rua Haddock Lobo, 935 – Jardim Paulista
Ping Yang Thai Bar & Food
In 2024, Ping Yang Thai Bar & Food was voted the best Asian restaurant in São Paulo by the Folha de S. Paulo jury. And no wonder: under the command of chef Maurício Santi, the place offers the best of Thai cuisine in a relaxed atmosphere, with spicy dishes, grilled skewers and typical desserts.
📍 Rua Doutor Melo Alves, 767 – Cerqueira César
Mestiço
Next up is the perfect restaurant for those who want to try Thai cuisine but don’t want to give up Brazilian flavors. This is because Mestiço offers a tasty combination of the cuisine of the Asian country and that of Bahia, chef Ina de Abreu’s homeland. Two of the restaurant’s highly recommended dishes are Pad Thai and, amazingly, acarajé! A cuisine that certainly combines the best of both worlds.
📍 Rua Fernando de Albuquerque, 277 – Consolação
Thai E-San
Located in the capital’s most Asian neighborhood, Thai E-San is another of SP’s traditional Thai restaurants. The restaurant specializes in the cuisine of Isan, a region in the northeast of Thailand, and offers delicious dishes such as larb (ground beef salad with herbs) and Tom Yum, the typical soup with shrimp.
📍 Rua Barão de Iguape, 373 – Liberdade
📍 Rua Cunha Gago, 399 – Pinheiros
Thai Chef Restaurant
Finally, our tip is the Thai Chef Restaurant, which promises to transport the public directly to Bangkok. The perfect opportunity to try tom yum, pad thai, khao pad (Thai fried rice) and many other typical delicacies. With vegan options!
📍 Rua Thomaz Gonzaga, 45 D – Liberdade