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“If not for the food, go for the service!”
Review of Thai Pothong

Thai Pothong
Ranked #1 of 196 Restaurants in Newtown
Certificate of Excellence
Price range: USD 1 - USD 17
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Good for: Special Occasion Dining
Dining options: After-hours, Delivery, Reservations
Neighbourhood: Newtown
Description: The iconic Thai Pothong restaurant located in the Sydney’s Newtown district has been a favourite for over 20 years. Its reputation for authentic Thai food, impeccable Thai service, and a truly Thai ambiance is the recipe for a truly Thai experience. Thai Pothong (Golden Pho Leaf) is named after the “Pho” tree under which Buddha became enlightened on the full moon of May in his 35th year.
Reviewed 27 August 2023

I need to make an effort to come here more often. After not dining here since pre covid days, I'm still amazed at how much better Thai Pothong is to any other place in Sydney.
If not for the delicious, & always fresh & authentic Thai food, then come for the service. The staff here are so obliging & ready to help & advise in every way. The friendliest staff by none! Art & Michael went above & beyond for our Anniversary dinner. The Barramundi curry is sooo good!

Date of visit: August 2023
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Nick Thai Pothong, Owner at Thai Pothong, responded to this reviewResponded 25 September 2023

Thank you so much for your amazing review, we really appreciate you taking the time to write about our restaurant!

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Reviewed 26 August 2023 via mobile

Amazing place!! Less than 5 minutes waiting for our food!!! Record time ever! We had a great time and it was really good food!

Date of visit: August 2023
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Nick Thai Pothong, Owner at Thai Pothong, responded to this reviewResponded 25 September 2023

Thank you for your kind words, we hope to see you again soon!

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Reviewed 19 August 2023

My partner took me here for dinner during my birthday and it was amazing!
The staff were lovely and very hospitable. They remembered and addressed us by name too. Food was amazing. We had the jasmine banquet for 2. Suffice to say we literally cleaned out our plates. They even gave me a nice little handmade ceramic cup encased in a handmade box and bag from Thailand. One of the best meals I had, the wonderful staff definitely put them high up on my list of best places to eat. Thank you to all the staff. Forgot to take photos of food because I was so hungry and immediately wanted to devour the appetising presentation!

Date of visit: August 2023
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Thank Cloyserrano
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Nick Thai Pothong, Owner at Thai Pothong, responded to this reviewResponded 25 September 2023

Thank you so much for your amazing review, we really appreciate you taking the time to write about our restaurant!

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Reviewed 19 August 2023

Great food, and excellent vibes at this place. My friends brought me here for my birthday and it was one of the nicest restaurant experiences I’ve had in a long time!

Date of visit: August 2023
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Thank Sinead R
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Nick Thai Pothong, Owner at Thai Pothong, responded to this reviewResponded 25 September 2023

Thank you for your kind words, we hope to see you again soon!

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Reviewed 17 August 2023

Excellent, for a quick and yummy meal after working late. Attentive service and the food comes through reasonably quickly. Most dishes are good, and the menu clearly indicates the heat of the spices used.

Date of visit: August 2023
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Nick Thai Pothong, Owner at Thai Pothong, responded to this reviewResponded 25 September 2023

Thank you for your kind words, we hope to see you again soon!

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