We needed a place to eat around 9:00 PM and happened to come across Baan Thai. The manager was so kind to let us order takeout even though they were closing. The food was delicious!! We really appreciated their kindness and would definitely go back! read more

Tucked between the Ballsbridge revelry, it's easy to walk by Baan, but you shouldn't pass up this authentic Thai gem. Part 1: flavor. The Pad Thai was the perfect combo of sweet and a little heat. Nice balance of meat to noodles with plenty of greens to make your mom proud. Compared to other items this wasn't spicy at all. I guess you could take it up a notch and still be in the medium spice zone. Part 2: heat. Yes my friends we forgot to say "spicy level 1" when ordering the drunken noodles. There may have been an entire jalapeño in there or perhaps cayenne. I was blubbering like I was back in grade school with a skinned knee. But it was worth it. All you brave people say "spice level 3." Part 3: volume. Initially I was dubious of the amount they could pack into those (yes) plastic recyclable to-go containers. But then I kept eating and eating and only stopped to preserve a sliver of self-respect not gorging myself. Looks like my Irish breakfast will have a side of Thai tomorrow. Part 4: atmosphere. This is what we hope to find in a Thai place. Great decor, friendly staff, and accomplished chefs. We got it all and more here. Baan appetit! read more

Baan Thai - You might miss the entrance - Thai Near Me - Ballsbridge, D

This place was straight fire. Truly authentic Thai food. I got the green curry with prawns. It was made with delicious flavor and they didn't skimp you on the prawns. My friend got the Pad Thai with chicken and she said it was delicious. We ordered the ribs as an appetizer and they were flavorful and tender. Everything was just on point. The service was fantastic. The atmosphere is cozy and home-like. I can't wait to go back the next time I'm in Dublin. read more

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You have to go up two flights of stairs to reach this tiny Thai restaurant. (And another two for the toilet) The restaurant filled up quickly on a Friday evening so I would suggest you make reservations. If you make the reservations online be aware that they will call you back almost immediately to confirm. Our reservation was for 6:30 and we had the table until 8:30. Nice ambiance with Thai decor and music playing softly in the background. We were dressed in jeans and dressy shirts and we felt comfortable. Several people were dressed up for what looked like a date night. Unless your younger children are very well behaved, I wouldn't bring them here for an evening meal. (The tables are just too close; there's not a lot of wiggle room.) As we looked over the menu, a basket of Prawn Crackers was placed on our table. New discovery-YUMMY! (I hope I can find these in the Asian Market back home.) For a starter, the hubby ordered Tom Yum Soup w/Prawns. I had the Tom Ka Soup w/chicken. Both soups were delicious. For the main course, the hubby had his usual, Pad Thai w/Chicken. I had the Green Curry w/chicken and a side of steamed rice. If the stairs aren't a problem then I would say give this restaurant a try. The servers were friendly, observant and efficient. The food was good and the portions generous. (TIP: Dishes that contain chill are cooked to MEDIUM spiciness. If you want your dish milder or spicier make sure to let the server know,) read more

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Very delicious and highly recommend booking a reservation as the space is small and seems to have a lot of fans. The food was extremely fresh and was smoking hot! (as in temperature, which was a great thing) The staff was very kind and accomodating and gave exceptional service. The red curry was flavorful and the rice was cooked to perfection. read more

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Amazing service, and the food was incredible! If I'm ever back in Dublin, I'm making Baan Thai my first stop. What a cute little restaurant!

I got a take out order here as I was staying at a hotel across the street and did not want to dine alone. I was able to order online quite easily and everything was clear. I indicated online that I wished to pay with cash and when I got there I paid with a card. Note that they do not accept American Express. The inside was nice and felt cozy. My order was ready when I arrived, which I believe was well before the time they promised. They did not give me utensils and luckily I looked inside the bag before leaving so I was able to request some. I got the pad thai, shrimp tom yum soup, and wrapped prawns. The wrapped prawns were my favorite as the paper was so delicate, but yet crunchy. The portions were all huge and I was not able to eat everything in one sitting. read more

Great food ( crispy duck, pad Thai, stir fry), desserts and service with a nice atmosphere read more

Baan Thai - Dessert menu - Thai Near Me - Ballsbridge, D

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Awesome place. I commend making a reservation they are not big and it can be hard getting a seat sometimes.

This is easily my favorite Thai food restaurant in Dublin. Great location and vibe. Don't be shy. Order an extra entree or two for the best leftovers you will ever have. read more

I love Thai food and eat it regularly in my home town of Phoenix Arizona. When we came to Dublin and my niece wanted to eat at this restaurant, I was so pleasantly surprised at how exceptional this meal was. I had the Penang curry with chicken, which is my standard dish, and this was the best version I have ever eaten. I need to send my local place to Dublin to learn how the curry is made here. Phenomenal flavor, spicy but not too much, and great service too. Will definitely come back the next time I am in Dublin. The niece had Stir Fry Broccoli with Tofu and she loved hers too read more

Baan Thai - Chicken Penang Curry - Thai Near Me - Ballsbridge, D

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This place is just a few blocks from where we are staying and apparently a big local spot. Don't be tricked by what you know as Thai cuisine and it's normal spice level. Where we come from in Florida Thai hot is the usual extreme, here there are no levels. What you order is the heat level just comes standard, so that's something to keep in mind. Located in between some local pubs, the restaurant is upstairs with another level on top of that. We ordered the chicken yellow curry and the mixed platter both with steamed jasmine rice. The mixed platter had a little bit of everything and served with a peanut based sauce (touch spicy) and a vinegar marinated garnish based sauce (definitely had a kick to it). The platter had all fried food including one of each the wonton, vegetable spring roll, shrimp wrap, chicken satay, and squid. Very good and I really liked the vinegar based sauce. My poor bf on the other hand could get passed a few bites of his yellow curry. Poor guy wasn't nor was I expecting a American hot level of spice. The soup base itself is flavorful, but does have quite a kick to it that isn't for those you can't handle heat. All the rice in the world couldn't help him tonight. Unfortunately for him the curry was delicious to me and the chicken and potatoes in it were cooked perfectly and to my heat level. The menu is extensive, but worth trying any of their yummy looking dishes. read more

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Very good food. And the early bird is great value for money. Two courses for 19e at the time I went, and while the options on that menu are more limited compared to the a la carte, it is pretty much a greatest hits collection. The Tom yum kun was delicious and full of prawns. And the green curry I ate was spicy and packed with flavour (as well as generous helpings of chicken and red peppers). The server asked if I wanted it mild or hot or very spicy. I went with very spicy and did not regret it, though I was sweating like an animal. The restaurant itself is beautiful and the staff are very nice. The drinks however are not very cheap. I guess the area it's in, coupled with the fact that they have to make money somewhere it makes sense. If the food stays this good I'll gladly stick with the expensive beers. Definitely worth a visit, especially for the early bird. read more

Baan Thai - Green curry with chicken (very spicy and very delicious) - Thai Near Me - Ballsbridge, D

Red. Duck. Curry. Say it again. Red Duck Curry. Gorgeous, fragrant and so filling, the red duck curry at Baan Thai is the tasty centrepiece of an authentic Thai lunch. The restaurant is admittedly small with tables so close to each other you're likely to end up sharing elbow room with the diners next to you.The dark wood panelling and curtained windows, when combined with a tasty RED DUCK CURRY, are the perfect sedative. Be sure to follow your meal with an espresso or you'll never make it back to work. Every time I've been in the staff have been unfailingly polite. They work hard to keep big groups as happy as a table for two, keeping glasses filled and dishes coming as close together as possible. There's great value for the Merrion Road prices, while that 2-course lunch special is €18, it's seriously filling. What's my favourite dish there? ... actually, the name escapes me right now. read more

Baan Thai - Baan Thai signage - Thai Near Me - Ballsbridge, D

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Good amount of Spicey. I recommend the Pad Thai, Tom Yum Soup, Green Curry and Larb Gai were our favorites. Everyone orders spring rolls but for me this wasn't the standout. Everything had a fair bit of spice and if you can't take too spicey you would say something beforehand. I would order again without a doubt. Some of the best Pad Thai with tofu which was nice because it wasn't just the hard fried type. Its soft and ligthly fried on the outside. Anyway its the way I like my tofu. Also I normally order Tom Kha but a friend wanted to try the Tom Yum with prawns and it was delicious. Small portion for 6 euros but you get lots of prawns so that made up for the small portion. read more

Gorgeous food and wonderful service, this was such a surprise to find especially given it's just around the corner from me and I never knew it existed! The red curry (we had chicken & duck) was sooooo good. The chefs and all ingredients are Thailand and that shows through. A big shout out to our server Arm who was so funny & attentive... and makes a mean post-dinner cocktail! All in all a great night out, and given the quality of food, fantastic value! read more

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A nice hidden restaurant offering good Vietnamese food. The food we had was all delicious and we also got some free Krupuk in advance. The place is very small, so you either need some luck to get a table or you should definitely reserve a table. The waiters were pretty fast and always kept a look if we need something. There also was a lot of food delivery happening, so people seem to like to pickup their food from here. We only missed some more choices in regards to desserts. There officially were no desserts listed, only in the lunch menu. read more

Good Thai food, authentic spicy and fresh, tables are a bit crowded. Started with a spicy chicken soup, delicious Followed with the red duck curry which was lovely, very rich but very good, could have been a bit spicier thought Overall good, I will return read more

I love the spicy, authentic, and flavorful food at Baan Thai. The service is great and they run early bird specials. The decor is cool, but the space itself feels a little dark and cramped. The food more than makes up for it though. I always get the chicken with chilies and it is delightfully spicy with just the right amount of heat. The portions are always huge & I usually have enough leftovers for lunch the next day. The wonton bags were only alright for me, I prefer spicy & sour prawn soup or the spring rolls. read more

Baan Thai - Wrapped prawns, new favorite starter! - Thai Near Me - Ballsbridge, D

I love Thai food, really really love it, but good Thai food is so oft hard to find that I'd rather make a hash of it myself at home rather than let someone else do it and charge me for the privilege. Step into the room then Baan Thai and take a bow! Their red curry with duck (or chicken or beef, your choice) is blindingly good, washed down with a bottle of the house red makes for a tremendous start to the eve. The atmosphere created by what I can only describe as intense decoration and perhaps overly soft lighting lends itself perfectly to a romantic night out or just avoiding eye contact with that date you wish you hadn't made! Highly recommended on pretty much every level, be warned, although it is not particularly expensive the bill can build up quickly... just something to watch for but don't let it spoil your meal! read more

I love Thai food, well, I love red and green curry anyways. That's usually all I end up ordering so I guess technically I don't know what other Thai food tastes like .. (must think about this..) Living in the area, we've been going to Baan Thai for several years, not once have I been disappointed. Every meal has been supurb! Its one of our go-to places. "Its my birthday, I want Bann Thai". "I forgot to take meat out of freezer, lets go to Baan Thai". "Its raining out, lets go to Baan Thai" (you get the jist) The prawn crackers are nice, but nicer yet if you order some chilli sauce to dip them in. A generous amount is served, so if your not careful you'll not be hungry for your din-din. Red Duck curry does it for both me and the husband. That's pretty much what he orders every time. I alternate between it and the green chicken curry. I always have spring rolls to start, just because the plum sauce they serve with is absolutely gorgeous!!! We went over the weekend, with the excuse being that we hadn't taken the MIL out for a while, so probably should taker her out. She had the sweet and sour chicken and was very happy with it. (*sigh* take her for Thai and she orders Chinese?? some people) I think the food is reasonably priced for what you get. Its always hot, fresh and tasty, so its worth it in my books :) I'm looking for any excuse to go again soon, but I need one the husband will fall for..any ideas? read more

Reasonably priced, and always good food especially if you love Thai. not pretentious in any way and as an earle4ri reviewer said its open when many other places are closed. much better value than the well known chinese kites across the road. read more

I went here about a month ago after searching for a restaurant in ballsbridge and thank you Yelp, you did your job well. The food was incredible. The duck cho choo was so amazing that I had to go back at the weekend and have it again. There is a lovely ambiance here and the staff are so pleasant. A real authentic restaurant and the standard of food is just what you want. read more

I like Thai foods. This restaurant is nice taste, and there have a lot of Manu. We can go to small group, and also we can get this restaurant all to oneself. Staff service is nice. They're very kind. I'd like to go to there again! read more

Best Duck Spring Rolls ever. I truly have not tasty a spring roll so flavourful and crispy. My Husband could probably have just ordered 2 orders rather than one and been perfectly ok to stop there. We shared shrimp phad Thai and green curry and were perfectly content with the flavour and quality of our meals. The atmosphere was intimate and quite pleasant and the decor was what you would expect from a Thai restaurant with lots of earthy wood tones and apropiate art etc. Service was friendly and not overly pushy and we left with smiles on our faces. read more

Pros: within a few blocks of the Intercontinental and way more affordable than room service. Dimly lit, cozy interior. Cons: super crowded, hot/poor ventilation, understaffed, and food that's not worth putting up with the other cons. I had the red duck curry and was pretty disappointed given that this is supposed to be one of their signature dishes. The duck itself was super dry. I don't have any Irish Thai alternatives to compare to, to be fair, but this was extremely lackluster compared to Thai in the U.S./San Francisco. Would not come back. read more

So spicy and authentic!!! Ordered the green curry and it packed quite a punch, one of the best I've ever had! The downer, appetizer- fried prawn was crispy but very bland. All in all, presentation, atmosphere and service was great. One thing that was funny is that they have chips on their menu... locals must love their fries. Glad to have found this place. read more

I think the menu is limited and the Thai food in Dublin doesn't compare to the ones in California. I was craving for Thai iced tea and papaya salad but they didn't offer either one. The restaurant was hard to find and it was quite small inside. Overall, the food was meh, nothing stood out. read more

A really good Thai food option in the little cluster of bars and restaurants on Pembroke Road. The foods always been tasty, and excellent value for money. Service is friendly, and I really like the atmosphere of the place. There's something really quaint about Baan Thai too. From the big murals and portrait of the Thai monarch when you walk in to the peaceful atmosphere of the upstairs dining room, it's just a really nice spot to eat. read more

Authentic Thai food. Everyone very friendly. The inside of the restaurant was incredible vibes. Must go if you are looking for good Thai food in Ireland. Great work read more

Baan Thai - Red chicken curry. Amazing. - Thai Near Me - Ballsbridge, D

Baan Thai is a authentic Thai cuisine restaurant. This restaurant has won afew awards and a prize from the Thai govenment too. Most of the staff working there are thai and they are very polite and frendly too. The menu has a wide range of dishes and they also do LaCarte cuisine too. I enjoy there thai beer called tiger its my favourite from the thai beers they serve. The restaurant seats 65 people, children and familes are welcome too. Sometimes They have a special offer which is called The eary birds menu between 6pm -7pm. read more

I love their interior - this place is cosy and has a nice relaxed feeling. Their lunch menu is at reasonable price. We ordered 2 starters each and the main. Food is tasty and authentic. We had spring rolls, prawns in wrapping, wontons and of course the delicious coconut soup! It was amazing - the best I had in Dublin so far. For main I had chicken and cashews - loved it. My friend had red curry - it's served with pineapple! Very hot! We are going back next week. read more

We stopped in here late one night after shopping and was pleasantly surprised. The staff were incredibly friendly and went out of their way to make our evening great, despite the late hour. And when we wanted to order the flambe dessert for our friends birthday, they were out but surprised her with another dessert, candles, song, and all. I ordered from their taster menu to get a little bit of everything since it was my first time. It came with vegetable spring rolls that were yummy and super crispy. Then had the yellow curry, a duck dish, and prawns. It was all delicious and I'm super excited to go back. It was so good I didn't even take any photos. read more

Some of the best Thai food I've ever had! Who knew I'd find it in Dublin? Went there two years ago but am just now writing this review because a return trip to Dublin is just a few months away. I'll definitely make it back to Baan. They have an amazing Pad Thai (duh!) but also an outstanding Marlborough SB, which happens to be my favorite wine and one that pairs well with Pad Thai. And all at a relatively reasonable price. A+! read more

Great quality thai food, spicy and authentic. Restaurant itself is a bit small and tables are quite tightly packed. Would love to see this open up in another location closer to the city centre. Excited to go back here soon! read more

I have visited Baan Thai a number of times over the last few years and this is my firm "go to " for a good reasonably priced Thai meal. Starters are varied and consistently good. I usually go for either the Prawn Tempura or Prawn on Seaweed. The Prawn Tempura is what you expect form a good Tempura, juicy tiger prawns wrapped in a light batter and served with an excellent sweet chilli dip. The Prawns on seaweed, minced prawn on a light and extremely crispy seaweed base are crunchy and tasty bites, and come with a slightly sour garlic & chilli dip. On my last visit I broke with tradition and ordered the Mussels hot pot. The very generous starter portion of mussels arrived in a salty and tangy broth, and my only complaint is that I had less room than usual for my duck main. S_ always goes for her standard Spring Rolls, which are also a great example of the genre, cripsy and flavourful. For the main, I invariably opt for the Roast Duck in Red Curry sauce which is served on a bed of lettuce. Large slices of crispy roast duck, on a bed of lettuce, covered with thick red curry sauce. I usually order as side of the sauce which comes in a good sized jug (and have never been charged extra for it yet). S_ sometimes accompanies me on the duck, or else usually goes for her standard, Thai Green Chicken Curry, which to judge from the lack of conversation is equally satisfying. We have brought guests on a number of occasions and they have always been equally impressed with the quality and quantity of the food. All food is served medium chilli heat but can be ordered with any level of spiciness. Service is always excellent, and if they can fit you in, they will. Decor is traditional and the surroundings are warm and comfortable, with low Thai music playing in the background which does not impede conversation. Tables are quite close together, but that can have its up-side, as we have on a couple of occasions engaged in conversation with our neighbours, or been entertained by newbies conversation ;-) This place has been around for a long time, and hopefully will continue to be, as it is a consistently great standard in an ever changing market and I hope for many more smiling "Sawasdee Ka"s in the future. read more

I didn't think Dublin Ireland would be the place to get fantastic Thai food, but it really is. The restaurant is located on the second and third floor of the building and I'm not sure if they have elevator access so make it a point to ask when you're making a reservation. The food from the starter to our main courses to the dessert we're all full of flavor. If I had known about this place sooner I would've come a few more times on my trip. read more

Back in town after a brief respite, me and the fam decided to try this local Thai restaurant - not sure why it took us so long, but it was worth the wait. On a beautiful sunny evening walking up the stairs amid a stale and stuffy smell and opening the door to a room smothered by dark wood and empty seats, expectations were decidedly low. Fortunately, the singha came quickly and the flow of food came shortly thereafter which lifted any doubts. I was upset to discover that my favorite Thai dish, drunken noodles, was no longer on the menu. When I asked the waiter if the dish was available, he said they could make it. Accommodation = serious brownie points We started with the pricey but tasty combo platter. At 9.50 per person, it did not come cheap, but the vast amount of food from spring rolls, to chicken satay, fried shrimp, fried purses(essentially a chicken and shrimp stuffed wonton), a few other less memorable items and a delicious variety of sauces. By the time we were done with our appetizer the restaurant was packed which made for much better atmosphere, but also a very long wait for our entrees. The chicken with red curry was very good - nicely spiced with big chunks of chicken and a smattering of Thai chillies. Egg fried rice for my 3 year old was very well received and the drunken noodles with prawns - though served with a pad Thai noodle instead of the more typical wide rice noodle - was good as well. Portions were a good size - not too large or too small - leaving significant leftovers(thai lunch). While my Thai food experience in Dublin is limited, I strongly recommend Baan Thai. read more

Atmosphere is great, red carpets everywhere, dimmed lights. It was quite romantic. Located in a typical multi-story Irish house, with a warm fireplace. The food is authentic and delicious, though, as an crazy Thai food fan, I had better in other cities and paid much less. This could be the best in Dublin. Note for vegans and vegetarians, the soups all have fish sauce. You need to let them know not put it in the stir fried dishes to avoid. read more

i used to hate thai food until i ate here. if that's not a glowing recommendation, i don't know what is. they have probably the best tom yam soup i've eaten in dublin, and their curries are delicious. i love the staff. they're all so friendly and happy. especially the one lady that's always got something clever to say or a fun story to share. it's also one of my favorite places because they're often open when nobody else in D4 is. my husband loves spicy food and now i think they recognize him and are trying to see how hot they can make the food before he says he can't eat it. we always have to specify between "thai hot" and "irish hot" and they never used to believe us... of course they're more than happy to make it as mild as you want as well. i only give them 4 stars because the first time i went and ordered a noodle dish, it came out tasting like it had been burnt. the second time i ordered a noodle dish, i was similarly disappointed. but everything else i've tried has been really really tasty so maybe i should just avoid the noodles. the pad thai seems ok tho not my favorite thai dish in general. read more