Taste Thailand's Regions
Pestle Rock
Head to Ballard for Pestle Rock, a restaurant devoted to Isan cuisine, the cooking of northeastern Thailand. Every day the kitchen pounds its spices by hand with a pestle, and it reaches for local, all-natural ingredients whenever it can. Dig in with your hands and dip into a spread of sauces that runs from sweet and sour to fiery. Come solo, as a couple or with a group, and order a beer, a glass of wine or a cocktail made with spirits from the bar.
E-Jae Pak Mor
Make your way to the International District for a spot often singled out for Thai street food. Its namesake dish, pak mor, wraps delicate steamed rice flour skins around savory fillings, and you can choose meat or vegetarian versions. It is a smart stop if you are curious about dishes rarely seen on standard Thai menus.
Roy Southern Thai
Climb up to Phinney Ridge, where this restaurant shines a light on the cooking of southern Thailand, just as its name promises. Choose it when you want to explore a regional style beyond the usual curry and noodle lineup. Take a stroll through the neighborhood before or after your meal.
Noodles, Snacks and Casual Counters
Thai Tom
Grab a seat at this University District counter, known for bold, punchy noodle dishes and a loyal student following. Bring cash, since it does not take cards. It makes a quick, satisfying meal near campus.
Kin Len Thai Night Bites
Over in Fremont, Kin Len builds its menu around Thai snacks and small plates made for evening eating, as the name suggests. Work it into a night out in one of the city's livelier neighborhoods. Check its website for the current menu before you go.
Neighborhood Picks Around Town
Aroy Mak
Aroy Mak serves Thai cooking in Bitter Lake, in the far north of the city. It is a handy option for north end residents who would rather skip the drive across town for a Thai dinner.
Buddha Ruksa
Spending time in West Seattle? Buddha Ruksa gives you a local Thai option and makes an easy add-on to a day on that side of the water.
Noi Thai Cuisine
Noi Thai Cuisine brings Thai dishes to downtown, a convenient choice if you are staying in the core. Stop in before or after exploring nearby Seattle landmarks.
Plan Your Thai Food Crawl
- Bring cash if Thai Tom is on your list.
- Go with a group to places like Pestle Rock, where sharing and dipping are part of the fun.
- Ask about vegetarian fillings at E-Jae Pak Mor, which offers meat-free pak mor.
- Build a day around it with our list of things to do in Seattle.
Menus, hours and payment policies can change, so check each restaurant's own website for current details before you visit.
