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    Team Klook
    Last updated 14 Mar 2024
    Thai food  Flat lay

    Source: Nav Modern Thai Cuisine Facebook and Mango Tree Facebook

    Mā kinkạn!

    Thailand, being our Southeast Asian neighbor, has influenced the Philippines in many ways. From fashion items, skin care and household products, to the popular Boys Love (BL) genre and other Thai films and series, Filipinos have grown to love Thai pop culture. Most of all, Filipinos fell in love with Thai food.
    Flavorful, fragrant, and fresh – these are just some of the words to describe Thai dishes. One of the best cuisines in the world, there has been a clamor for Thai food in the local scene. Hence, if you are one of those people looking for authentic and delicious Thai dishes, here are some Thai restaurants in Metro Manila for your next food adventure.

    1. Mango Tree

    Mango Tree is a popular Thai restaurant located in Bonifacio Global City. With luxe Thai-inspired interiors, dining in will make you feel transported to the Kingdom of Thailand. For starters, try their Tom Yum Chicken Wings, and their Crispy Catfish with Green Mango Salad. Go for the Panang Curry Beef Tenderloin and Phad Thai with Prawns for the mains. Aside from their BGC branch, Mango Tree have several café branches around the metro, and a recently opened restaurant at the City of Dreams Manila.
    Flat lay of different Thai food
    Source: Mango Tree Facebook
    Interior of a Thai restaurant
    Source: Mango Tree Facebook
    Mango Tree
    Address: 7th Avenue, Bonifacio High Street Central, Taguig, 1634 Metro Manila
    Contact information: mangotree.manila@gmail.com
    Social: Facebook

    2. Nav Modern Thai Cuisine

    Game for some modern Thai food fusion? Then head out to Nav Modern Thai Cuisine located at SM Megamall. Relish the goodness of crisped soft-boiled eggs with tamarind sauce when you try their Son-In-Law Eggs for appetizers. Taste their Thai-style bagoong rice Khao Kluk Kapi too. Their Fresh Spring Rolls with sweet chili and peanut sauce is also a must-try!
    holding a bowl of thai soup
    Source: Nav Modern Thai Cuisine Facebook
    Nav Modern Thai Cuisine
    Address: 5th floor, Mega Fashion Hall, SM Megamall, Mandaluyong City
    Contact information: (0927) 439 0931
    Social: Facebook

    3. Smile Elephant Thai Restaurant

    There is plenty to choose from when you head out to The Smile Elephant Thai Restaurant in Kapitolyo, Pasig City. With a wide array of menu offerings, experience the different flavors of Thailand through mouth watering dishes like the Tom Yum Goong, Thai Garlic Spareribs, and the kid-friendly Chicken Pandan. Don’t forget to order the chef recommended Phad Thai Noodles!
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    Source: Smile Elephant Thai Restaurant Facebook
    Vegetable roll with mango
    Source: Smile Elephant Thai Restaurant Facebook
    Smile Elephant Thai Restaurant
    Address: 45 W Capitol Dr, Pasig, Metro Manila
    Contact information:0917 935 4281
    Social: Facebook

    4. Soi Thai Restaurant

    Experience delicious Thai meals at affordable prices when you dine at the different branches of Soi Thai Restaurant around Manila. Fulfill your Thai food cravings with their generous serving of Thai Rice Noodles in Beef Soup, tasty Fried Spring Rolls, Crabmeat Fried Rice, and Squid with Salted Egg. Absolutely yummy!
    interior of Soi Thai Restaurant
    Source: Soi Thai Restaurant Facebook
    Flat lay of Thai Cuisine in a table
    Source: Soi Thai Restaurant Facebook
    Soi Thai Restaurant
    Address: GF, NP122, SM Mall of Asia, Seaside Blvd, Pasay, Metro Manila
    Contact information:(02) 8835 9573
    Social: Facebook

    5. Basil Thai Restaurant

    Feast on succulent Thai dishes when you order food from Basil Thai Restaurant. Spice up your lunch or dinner with the Thai Red Shrimp Curry and the best-selling Emerald Chicken. And while you’re at it, don’t miss the chance to experience a fusion of Thai and Pinoy flavors with the Thai Sizzling Sisig. How exciting!
    Wood interior of a Thai Restaurant
    Source: Basil Thai Restaurant Facebook
    Different thai food in the table
    Source: Basil Thai Restaurant Facebook
    Basil Thai Restaurant
    Address: Level 2, One Bonifacio High Street Mall, Taguig, Metro Manila
    Contact information:0966 801 3400
    Social: Facebook

    6. Thai Mango

    Craving for some Thai food goodness during the wee hours of the morning? Then, check out Thai Mango! Open for 24/7, they offer affordable Thai meal sets and different fusions of the famed Thai dessert Mango Sticky Rice. They have different branches around the metro, ready to serve customers in Marikina, Rockwell/BGC, Quezon City, Manila, and the South branch for those in Paranaque, Las Pinas, and Muntinlupa. They are available for delivery via website and Grab.
    Sticky rice with mango
    Source: Thai Mango Facebook
    Thai Mango
    Contact information: 0945 870 6519

    7. Banana Leaf Philippines

    If you are looking for flavorful Thai food fusions, then Banana Leaf is the perfect place. They offer Thai dishes along with other Asian flavors like Malaysian, Singaporean, Indian, Vietnamese and Indonesian cuisines. They offer their own version of the Phad Thai, as well as the original Thai-style one. Enjoy their hearty Thai Green Curry Chicken with Eggplant and Sweet Basil, Thai Vermicelli Salad, and the Stir Fried Mixed Vegetables with Salted Fish Thai Style.
    Thai food wrapped in banana leaf
    Source: Banana Leaf Philippines Facebook
    Banana Leaf Philippines
    Address: Level 6, Shangri-La Plaza Mall, Edsa Corner Shaw Blvd., Mandaluyong City
    Contact information: (02) 8727 3333
    Social: Facebook

    8. Nara Thai Cuisine

    Enjoy authentic Thai food as from Bangkok comes Nara Thai Cuisine, which is located at SM Megamall in Ortigas. For appetizers, try their Goong Kabeuang or Crispy Prawn Pancake, Pomelo Salad, and the Ayutthaya Beef Boat Noodles for your soup entry. For the main, try the Kang Kiew Wan Gai or the Green Chicken Curry, paired with Ka Nar Pla Khem or stir-fried Kale with Thai Anchovy. Cap off your meal with the unique Bua Loy or Coconut Milk Rice Dumplings with Salted Egg for dessert.
    Different seafood dishes
    Source: Nara Thai Cuisine Facebook
    Nara Thai Cuisine
    Address: 3/F Fashion Hall SM Mega Mall EDSA
    Contact information: 09672366658, 09984813484, (02)86373860
    IMPORTANT NOTE: Be a responsible traveler! All information on this post are accurate from the time of writing. Rules, regulations and guidelines are updated frequently and may change without Klook’s prior notice. For your safety, check with the respective LGU’s and establishments directly before your travels. 

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