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The Thai Restaurant

1141 Tutanekai St, Rotorua 3215, New Zealand
0064073486677
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Ranked #39 of 108 restaurants in Rotorua
Price range: 1 AUD - 22 AUD
Cuisines: Thai
Good for: Child-friendly, Groups, Outdoor seating, Special Occasion Dining
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations, Delivery, After-hours
Restaurant details
Good for: Child-friendly, Groups, Outdoor seating, Special Occasion Dining
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations, Delivery, After-hours
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52 reviews from our community

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Auckland Central, New Zealand
Senior Reviewer
10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2013

We came here because it looked authentic and romantic. The waiter was not helpful and tried to seat us in the worst spot by the door even though there was plenty of room in the restaurant. We should have walked out when our entree of fish balls (AKA processed fake stuff) arrived. Both our mains were cold, and my seafood... More

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Upper Hutt, New Zealand
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8 reviews 8 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2013

Great service, great food. Our food arrived quickly and was absolutely delicious. Great value for money - we had to take some home as there was too much!

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whakatane
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21 reviews 21 reviews
11 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2013

There were quite a few occupied tables when we arrived and seemed to be just two waiting staff so I was really pleased with the speed with which we were served. The staff were pleasant, the food was fantastic and really reasonably priced. It's got a great atmosphere and so much character. Wish we'd been in town for longer so... More

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NSW, Australia
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56 reviews 56 reviews
24 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 29 cities Reviews in 29 cities
33 helpful votes 33 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 March 2013 via mobile

Picked up take away. Rang and drove there. As ready in 5 mins. Great serve size, and quality of meal.

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Gisborne, New Zealand
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17 reviews 17 reviews
13 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 February 2013 via mobile

I went here with local friends who raved about the soup. We had lovely meals and the waitress was very helpful. I didn't think I was very hungry but demolished my chicken and shrimp Pad Thai, the flavours were absolutely delicious.

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Helmond, The Netherlands
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99 reviews 99 reviews
50 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 51 cities Reviews in 51 cities
36 helpful votes 36 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 February 2013

The Thai is an excellent place to eat Thai food. We had green cuury and a sizzling vegetarian. It was very good. The service is fine too and the sphere is good.

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See 6 more reviews by Hans_10 for Rotorua
Yangon (Rangoon), Myanmar
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32 reviews 32 reviews
9 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 December 2012

Popped in here for lunch and was pleasantly surprised. The menu was authentic and the food was too. All your favourite Thai dishes are here and they will make it "Thai spicy" if you want them to. I went for the pork and holy basil and although the pork wasn't minced, like it usually in Thailand, the flavour was all... More

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rotorua
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6 reviews 6 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 December 2012

Upon asking if i could have allergy concerns checked the cook staff (man)was so rude said they were not goin to serve me. no to nothing, no to salad no to a bowl of plain rice. NOTHING SO RUDE no concern help then just turned and walked off . it was very uncomfortable as i was with a group. what... More

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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 November 2012 via mobile

Best restaurant I have been in Rotorua, great test and comfortable atmosphere., The service was very fast.Great location as well, easy to park the car. We will visit again next time travel in Rotorua.

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Surfers Paradise, Australia
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3 reviews 3 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 November 2012

Loved the food the ambience and service. Great location as well. Owners go out of their way to make dining their very enjoyable.

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