Son in Law is the perfect destination for a cheap and cheerful Thai fix in Melbourne’s CBD. Located in the Melbourne Central, this isn’t the kind of place that takes bookings — rather it’s more a grab and go destination.

Thai Tide prides itself on creating a laidback, feel-good setting where you can enjoy classic grilled dishes from the heart of Bangkok as well as regional delicacies from all parts of Thailand. 

Cookie beer hall, eating house and disco is a flamboyant venue full of chatter and laughter that serves up classic Thai dishes and innovative cocktails late into the night. 

Hidden in a basement just off Little Collins street, Dodee Paidang is a vibrant eatery bursting with aromatic smells and bustling conversation which perfectly captures the energy of a Bangkok diner. 

Soi 38 is an authentic Thai street food restaurant with an atmosphere that mirrors the hustle and bustle of a Bangkok market. With plastic stools and coloured tables, this is the kind of place you come to experience classic flavours with Thai ambience.

Sitting on level three of the Arbory crew’s new HER building, Thai barbecue canteen BKK celebratess punchy flavours cooked over flame and coal. Enjoy the open kitchen’s theatrics as you tuck in to fire-driven fare.

Owned by renowned chef and restaurateur, Scott Pickett (founder of Estelle, Matilda and Pastore), Longrain is a vibrant and modern Thai restaurant in an impeccably restored horse stable, featuring a relaxed and communal eating experience. 

Bypass Victoria Street’s seemingly endless spots for cheap eats and duck down one of the nearby alleyways to find Jinda Thai Restaurant. Since opening in 2013, Jinda has gained a strong following.