Best Isaan Thai Food in Auckland (2026)

Isaan Thai is harder to find in Auckland than standard Thai, but a few spots do it properly — funky salads, grilled meats, sticky rice. Worth tracking down.

18 places

Pan Thai Noodles ก๋วยเตี๋ยว พันธุ์ไทย

4.7(162)

thai restaurant · Mount Eden

Inspired by Thailand's historic canal boat noodles, Pan Thai brings the original flavours of Bangkok to Auckland.

aromatic broth authentic thai boat noodles

162 reviews

Mae Nam Khong Thai Restaurants

4.5(645)

thai restaurant · New Lynn

Northern Thai & Lao eats, including salads, stir-fries & noodles, in warm, casual surrounds.

authentic thai cuisine casual dining signature dishes

645 reviews

Secret Thai Garden

4.4(1,004)

thai restaurant · Ōtāhuhu

Secret Thai Garden restaurant began to evolve in 2001, as a family owned and operated business. The owners wanted to bring an authentic Thai dining experience from Thailand to NZ.

authentic thai dining casual dining curry

1,004 reviews

Thaiger

4.7(634)

thai restaurant · Grey Lynn

Step into the world of Thaiger, where every bite takes you on a journey of traditional Thai flavours and bold creative elements. Thaiger is more than just a restaurant; it is a gathering place where memories are made.

aromatic curries auckland dining modern thai

634 reviews

Me Thai

4.8(297)

thai restaurant · Freemans Bay

Welcome to Me Thai, where the vibrant flavors of Thailand come to life. Nestled in the heart of Auckland, in Ponsonby, we take pride in serving authentic Thai cuisine made with fresh ingredients, bold spices, and a whole lot of heart.

aromatic stir-fries authentic thai cuisine authentic thai food

297 reviews

E-Sarn WOK mission bay Thai Eatery

4.7(329)

thai restaurant · Mission Bay

E Sarn Wok Thai Restaurant located in Mission Bay, Auckland serve authentic Thai cuisine that is sure to satisfy your food cravings. Our food is carefully prepared using fresh, quality ingredients ensuring a relaxed and delicious dining experience.

authentic thai cuisine fresh ingredients thai cuisine

329 reviews

Thai Thai Authentic Thai Food

4.8(357)

thai restaurant · Grey Lynn

Welcome to Thai Thai Authentic Thai Food. We are a fully licensed establishment, dedicated to providing you with an exceptional dining experience.

authentic thai food fresh ingredients thai cuisine

357 reviews

Thai Isaan Restaurant

4.1(163)

thai restaurant · Birkenhead

Thai Isaan restaurant is a long-established restaurant in Birkenhead’s Hinemoa St, serving traditional Thai cuisine for over thirty years.

asian fusion asian-fusion authentic thai cuisine

163 reviews

YASO Esaan-Thai Eatery

4.6(109)

thai restaurant · Auckland City

At YASO Esaan-Thai Eatery, we offer meals of excellent quality and invite you to try our delicious food. The key to our success is simple: providing quality consistent food that tastes great every single time.

deep fried fish cakes grilled chicken

109 reviews

Onzon de Thai Kitchen

4.7(37)

thai restaurant · Herne Bay

Serving up local dishes from various regions of Thailand, showcasing the true flavours of real Thai food in a modern setting. Our menu offers everything from street food favourites to fragrant curries, made with love.

authentic thai cuisine family recipes fragrant curries

37 reviews