Heaps of Thai restaurants line Newtown's streets, but Thai Pothong has been a local favourite for over 20 years now. The expansive dining room offers authentic Thai food in an ever-bustling atmosphere.

This King Street stalwart serves up all of the usual curries, stir fries and noodle dishes, alongside heaps of chef's specialities, like barramundi curry, banana blossom salad and fried rice with crab meat.

The restaurant also offers several banquet menus, starting from just $30 per person, and puts on regular monthly special, too.

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