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Thai Pothong Restaurant and Gift Shop

Thai Pothong Restaurant and Gift Shop Thai Pothong Restaurant and Gift Shop is a highly-recommended Thai restaurant located on King Street in Newtown. They offer authentic Thai food made with fresh ingredients, impeccable service, opulent ambiance, and seating for over 350 guests making it an ideal venue for functions and celebrations. Visitors can also enjoy browsing their gift shop featuring unique Thai gifts and imports. Don't miss regular promotions including a complimentary bottle of wine on your birthday! Experience authentic Thai hospitality at Thai Pothong Restaurant and Gift Shop.
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🌧️ Outside maybe grey, and miserable. 👎 But inside our restaurant is warm, golden, and smells like Pad Thai. 👍😋Don't let...
29/05/2026

🌧️ Outside maybe grey, and miserable. 👎 But inside our restaurant is warm, golden, and smells like Pad Thai. 👍😋

Don't let the bad weather ruin your appetite, our tables are set and waiting for you to shake off that umbrella. 🌂
So grab your friends and family and pop in for Lunch or Dinner this weekend!🎉

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29/05/2026

No boring lunches allowed!

POV: You ordered Thai for lunch from Thai Pothong and your afternoon just got 100x better. 🤤✨

Plan ahead for next week, place your order and pick up from Newtown station, or let us bring the flavour right to your door!

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📲 Head over to our website and check out the daily menu!

24/05/2026

Forget standard vanilla, around here, Pandan is the absolute queen of desserts. 👑💚 Watch our team at work making rolling look incredibly easy.

Our soft, green, fluffy Pandan Roll Cake is prepared and rolled up right here at Thaiways Newtown!

It’s light, airy, and pairs perfectly following a post-noodle craving.🍜
Before heading to work this week, pick up your favourite lunch and dessert from Thaiways,📍Conveniently located at Newtown station.💚

This is not your average salad, folks, this is our mouthwatering Banana Blossom Salad. 🥗 🍗🍤 🎉 BBQ chicken, succulent pra...
16/05/2026

This is not your average salad, folks, this is our mouthwatering Banana Blossom Salad. 🥗 🍗🍤 🎉
BBQ chicken, succulent prawns, mingling with zesty lime, a splash of coconut milk, crispy onions, peanuts and let's not forget the star of the show—our irresistible chilli jam! 🌶️

Who’s ready to dig in? 🙌

Established in 1996, Thai Pothong has become a local institution in Newtown, known for its rich cultural ambiance and award-winning restaurant. Our restaurant is more than just a place to eat—it's a journey through Thailand’s rich history and culinary traditions, perfect venue to celebrate a bir...

🌸 Cheers to the queens of our hearts! 🌸 Today is all about love, delicious food, and cocktails! 🥂 Happy Mother’s Day to ...
10/05/2026

🌸 Cheers to the queens of our hearts! 🌸 Today is all about love, delicious food, and cocktails! 🥂 Happy Mother’s Day to all you amazing Mums and carers out there. May your day be as fabulous as you are! 💐❤️

Does your Mum love ❤️ dessert? She will love our Tapioca Coconut Pudding, topped with fresh fruits and drizzled with ras...
09/05/2026

Does your Mum love ❤️ dessert?
She will love our Tapioca Coconut Pudding, topped with fresh fruits and drizzled with raspberry sauce. 😋 It's gluten-free, vegan, and packed with love! 💖
Dine with us and share this dessert with your Mum and watch her face light up with joy! 🤗 We still have some spots available for lunch and dinner.

🌸 Celebrate Mother's Day with Flavour! 🌸We all know that the last thing Mum wants on Mother's Day is to spend time cooki...
08/05/2026

🌸 Celebrate Mother's Day with Flavour! 🌸

We all know that the last thing Mum wants on Mother's Day is to spend time cooking. So why not show her your love by letting us take care of the hard work? 💖
This year, instead of the typical flowers and chocolates, gift Mum an unforgettable experience and treat her to a delicious lunch or dinner at Thai Pothong!
And here's the cherry on top: enjoy an extra 10% bonus value when you purchase a Thai Pothong Gift Voucher. After all, nothing expresses “I love you” quite like a delightful meal and the creation of wonderful memories! 🥢💝

We still have a few bookings available, so visit our website, reserve your table, and grab a gift voucher to make the most of your meal.

Established in 1996, Thai Pothong has become a local institution in Newtown, known for its rich cultural ambiance and award-winning restaurant. Our restaurant is more than just a place to eat—it's a journey through Thailand’s rich history and culinary traditions, perfect venue to celebrate a bir...

08/05/2026

Flambé Steamed Seafood! 🌶️🦐🔥
A delicious combinaltion of fresh, steamed seafood, crunchy cabbage, rich curry sauce, chili, basil and creamy coconut milk, served with fiery flair! 🔥 Perfect for those craving a little magic or drama with their dinner. What’s not to love? 😍🍽️

02/05/2026

❤️ Who loves curry? We do, and we know you do too! 😋

Whether you're a spice lover, or prefer things a bit milder, we’ve got you covered. Just talk to our friendly staff, and they’ll guide you through our curry wonderland! 🏝️✨

Have you tried our signature Chicken Yellow Curry yet? It's a symphony of flavours: yellow curry paste, potatoes, tomatoes, red onions, and creamy coconut milk. Choose your protein, Chicken, Beef, Pork, Prawn or Tofu, and let the deliciousness begin! 🍛🥥

02/05/2026

🎉🥢 Elevate Your Day with Our Delicious BBQ Beef! 🥩✨

Indulge in perfectly cooked and tender, marinated beef, accompanied by coriander, pepper, garlic, and our delicious spicy sauce, it really is an explosion of flavours! 😋🔥

Let’s kick off the weekend with dinner and cocktails! 🍹🍸Pair with our delicious Barramundi Curry or some sizzlin' BBQ Po...
01/05/2026

Let’s kick off the weekend with dinner and cocktails! 🍹🍸

Pair with our delicious Barramundi Curry or some sizzlin' BBQ Pork, and you’ve got the ultimate Friday night Newtown vibe. 🎉

Established in 1996, Thai Pothong has become a local institution in Newtown, known for its rich cultural ambiance and award-winning restaurant. Our restaurant is more than just a place to eat—it's a journey through Thailand’s rich history and culinary traditions, perfect venue to celebrate a bir...

You  never know what you might find at our gift shop!🎁Check out our Thai crafts and uncover treasures that’ll tickle you...
01/05/2026

You never know what you might find at our gift shop!🎁
Check out our Thai crafts and uncover treasures that’ll tickle your fancy! From quirky decorations and twinkling lights to furniture, vibrant paintings, jewellery, and kitchenware—there’s a little something for everyone! 🛍️

Discover adorable mini chicken satays, curry and rice sets, and those teeny-tiny fruit bowls, perfect for your dollhouse dreams 🍲🍉. Plus, the superhero characters are flying off the shelves, kids can't get enough! 🦸‍♀️🦸‍♂️

Dont forget to check out our Gift Shop next time you dine with us, or go to our Online Gift Shop.

The best place to find authentic Thai's craft, homeware, gift and decoration. Product of Thailand

🌶️🍲 When the weather cools down, our soups heat things up! 🔥 Cozy up with our delicious bowls of comfort. Yay to slurpin...
01/05/2026

🌶️🍲 When the weather cools down, our soups heat things up! 🔥 Cozy up with our delicious bowls of comfort. Yay to slurping season! 🥳

Established in 1996, Thai Pothong has become a local institution in Newtown, known for its rich cultural ambiance and award-winning restaurant. Our restaurant is more than just a place to eat—it's a journey through Thailand’s rich history and culinary traditions, perfect venue to celebrate a bir...

We're open all Anzac Day long weekend for lunch and dinner with our full menu available! 📅 Saturday 25th & Sunday 26thLU...
25/04/2026

We're open all Anzac Day long weekend for lunch and dinner with our full menu available!

📅 Saturday 25th & Sunday 26th
LUNCH: 12pm - 3:30pm
DINNER: 5:30pm - 11pm
📅 Monday 27th
LUNCH: 12pm - 3:30pm
DINNER: 5:30pm - 10pm.

Our perfectly Barbacued beef, is about to be all jazzed up with a zesty salad mix of chili, mint, lime, celery, cucumber...
19/04/2026

Our perfectly Barbacued beef, is about to be all jazzed up with a zesty salad mix of chili, mint, lime, celery, cucumber, tomato, and onion. 🐄🥒🍅

It's the party on a plate that you won't want to miss! 🎊

Established in 1996, Thai Pothong has become a local institution in Newtown, known for its rich cultural ambiance and award-winning restaurant. Our restaurant is more than just a place to eat—it's a journey through Thailand’s rich history and culinary traditions, perfect venue to celebrate a bir...

19/04/2026

Craving a few different Entrees? 🌟
Order a ‘Mix Plate’ where you can choose your favourites.

Here we are featuring:
🥢 2 Chicken Satay skewers to kick off the party
🍤 2 Betel Leaf Prawn for a burst of flavour fun
🥡 2 Rice Noodle Parcels to wrap things up with a little spice.

🎉 Come mix it up with us and make your taste buds dance! 💃🕺

19/04/2026

Barramundi Curry 🐡 🍛 😋

Imagine a crispy fillet of Barramundi in a delicious yellow curry, bursting with aromatic spices.
This dish is a symphony of flavours, featuring our signature curry paste, kaffir lime leaves, and a touch of garlic and turmeric. And just when you think it couldn’t get any better, we top it off with a luscious coconut milk drizzle! 🥥✨

What’s on your dinner menu tonight?🤔

Swing by and let your taste buds dance! 💃🕺

Starting the weekend with a refreshing Singha beer!🍻🇹🇭
17/04/2026

Starting the weekend with a refreshing Singha beer!🍻🇹🇭

Established in 1996, Thai Pothong has become a local institution in Newtown, known for its rich cultural ambiance and award-winning restaurant. Our restaurant is more than just a place to eat—it's a journey through Thailand’s rich history and culinary traditions, perfect venue to celebrate a bir...

🎉 Craving some spicy Thai goodness? Why not get a delivery today, it’s FREE for our local legends.🥢✨🚚 From now until May...
12/04/2026

🎉 Craving some spicy Thai goodness? Why not get a delivery today, it’s FREE for our local legends.🥢✨

🚚 From now until May 1st, 2026, enjoy FREE delivery on orders over $80! Just sprinkle a little magic at checkout with the code ‘FREEFUEL’ and see if your suburb is on our VIP list! 🏡🍛

Participating suburbs are: Alexandria, Annandale, Dulwich Hill, Eveleigh, Glebe, Leichhardt, Lilyfield, Marrickville, Mascot, Newtown, Petersham, Pyrmont, Redfern, St Peters, Summer Hill, Sydenham, Tempe, and Waterloo. 🎈

Don’t miss out on this delicious offer! T&Cs apply.
- Minimum order is $80.
- Promotion ends on May 1st 2026.
- Delivery must be to one of the listed suburbs only.

🎉 Calling all Thai food lovers! 🎉🔥 From now until May 1st 2026, we’re treating our local legends to FREE delivery on ord...
03/04/2026

🎉 Calling all Thai food lovers! 🎉

🔥 From now until May 1st 2026, we’re treating our local legends to FREE delivery on orders over $80! 🚚✨ Just use the magic code ‘FREEFUEL’ at checkout and see if your suburb is on our list! 🏡🍛

Participating suburbs are: Alexandria, Annandale, Dulwich Hill, Eveleigh, Glebe, Leichhardt, Lilyfield, Marrickville, Mascot, Newtown, Petersham, Pyrmont, Redfern, St Peters, Summer Hill, Sydenham, Tempe, and Waterloo. 🎈

Don’t miss out on this delicious offer! T&Cs apply.
- Minimum order is $80.
- Promotion ends on May 1st 2026.
- Delivery must be to one of the listed suburbs only.

MobiOrder is an integrated online ordering system designed for the food & beverage industry. Allows your guest to make contactless delivery or pickup order, orders received will be printed to your kitchen directly.

🐰🥚🎉 Easter weekend is officially here so we are shaking things up with some signature cocktails! 🍹🍸 We're open all weeke...
02/04/2026

🐰🥚🎉 Easter weekend is officially here so we are shaking things up with some signature cocktails! 🍹🍸 We're open all weekend and hope to see you! 🇹🇭❤️

Established in 1996, Thai Pothong has become a local institution in Newtown, known for its rich cultural ambiance and award-winning restaurant. Our restaurant is more than just a place to eat—it's a journey through Thailand’s rich history and culinary traditions, perfect venue to celebrate a bir...

🥢🍜  Who doesn't love a good Pad Thai, right? 😍✨Guess what? We're open all Easter long weekend! So after you're done hunt...
02/04/2026

🥢🍜 Who doesn't love a good Pad Thai, right? 😍✨

Guess what? We're open all Easter long weekend!
So after you're done hunting those eggs, hop on over and treat yourself to some Pad Thai goodness! 🐰🥚🎉

We hope to see you! 🇹🇭❤️

Established in 1996, Thai Pothong has become a local institution in Newtown, known for its rich cultural ambiance and award-winning restaurant. Our restaurant is more than just a place to eat—it's a journey through Thailand’s rich history and culinary traditions, perfect venue to celebrate a bir...

🥭✨ Our kitchen is buzzing with excitement as we whip up the most delightful Mango Sticky Rice, crafted by using only the...
30/03/2026

🥭✨ Our kitchen is buzzing with excitement as we whip up the most delightful Mango Sticky Rice, crafted by using only the freshest, in-season mangoes! 🥭✨ Come satisfy your dessert cravings before these golden treasures vanish until next mango season! 🥭🍴

20/03/2026

🦪🌶️ Steamed Chilli Scallops 🌶️ 🦪
Deliciously tender scallops, perfectly steamed and enveloped in a spicy sauce that brings a flavour kick with every bite.
How many can you devour? 🦪🦪🦪🦪

🦐🥥 Coconut Seafood close up🦐🥥Tender scallops, juicy prawn cutlets, and succulent squid, swimming in a delicious, mild, y...
20/03/2026

🦐🥥 Coconut Seafood close up🦐🥥

Tender scallops, juicy prawn cutlets, and succulent squid, swimming in a delicious, mild, yellow curry sauce and packed into a whole fresh young coconut. It's not only one of our most popular dishes, it's a mouthwatering experience! 😋😍

Address

294 King Street
Newtown, NSW
2042

If you are planning to visit a restaurant located on King Street in Sydney, then here are the travel directions for you:

By public transport:
- You can take a train, bus or ferry and get down at Newtown Station.
- From there, it's just a 5-minute walk to reach the restaurant on King Street.

By driving/parking:
- If you're driving, head towards King Street in Newtown.
- There is limited street parking available on King Street and adjacent streets. However, be sure to check the parking signs as some areas may have restrictions or time limits.
- Alternatively, there are several paid parking options available in the area.

Note: Please note that these travel directions are for informational purposes only and not specific to any particular business or establishment.

Opening Hours

Monday 12pm - 3:30pm
5:30pm - 10pm
Tuesday 12pm - 3:30pm
5:30pm - 10pm
Wednesday 12pm - 3:30pm
5:30pm - 10pm
Thursday 12pm - 3:30pm
5:30pm - 10pm
Friday 12pm - 3:30pm
5:30pm - 11pm
Saturday 12pm - 3:30pm
5:30pm - 10:30pm
Sunday 12pm - 3:30pm
5:30pm - 10pm

Telephone

+61295506277

Website

https://online.fliphtml5.com/oksrg/pyii/#p=68, https://thaipothonggiftshop.com.au/

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What people say

Thai restaurants are known for their bold flavors, fresh ingredients, and vibrant ambiance. And Thai Pothong Restaurant and Gift Shop on King Street in Sydney is no exception. This restaurant has been a local favorite for many years, attracting both locals and tourists from all over the world.

One of the standout features of Thai Pothong is its commitment to authenticity. From the food to the decor to the service, everything is designed to transport you straight to Thailand. The menu is filled with classic Thai dishes like pad thai, green curry, and tom yum soup, all made with fresh ingredients and bursting with flavor.

But it's not just the food that makes Thai Pothong special. The restaurant itself is a feast for the senses, with opulent decor that includes intricate carvings, colorful murals, and sparkling chandeliers. And if you're looking for a venue for a special occasion, Thai Pothong has you covered - they can accommodate groups of up to 350 people.

And let's not forget about the gift shop! It's filled with unique Thai gifts and imports that make perfect souvenirs or presents for loved ones.

Overall, Thai Pothong Restaurant and Gift Shop is a must-visit destination for anyone who loves authentic Thai food and culture. With impeccable service, delicious food, and a festive atmosphere, it's no wonder this restaurant has been a beloved fixture in Sydney's culinary scene for so many years.

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