The Great Thai Kitchen

The Great Thai Kitchen is a casual, authentic Thai restaurant on Old Compton Street, dealing in the punchy, fragrant cooking of Thailand at fair Soho prices. It is a straightforward, food-first spot, the sort of reliable neighbourhood kitchen you return to for a proper green curry or a plate of pad thai without much ceremony.

As a solid Thai restaurant in Soho, its menu covers the well-loved classics with real chilli heat and balance: curries, stir-fries, noodle and rice dishes, and Thai street-food starters. Portions are generous and prices modest, which makes it a handy choice for a quick, satisfying lunch or a relaxed dinner in the middle of Soho.

What to expect from this Thai restaurant in Soho

Expect the Thai staples done well: red, green and massaman curries, pad thai and other noodle dishes, stir-fries with rice, and starters like spring rolls and satay. Heat and seasoning are properly judged, and vegetarian options are covered. It is casual and quick, suiting both a solo bowl and a shared table.

The kitchen and the setting

The Great Thai Kitchen keeps things authentic and affordable on a lively stretch of Old Compton Street. It sits among the street's restaurants, near all-day brasserie Balans, with more of the area's tables in our Soho restaurants listings.

How a visit works

The Great Thai Kitchen serves lunch and dinner on Old Compton Street, taking walk-ins and bookings. Menus are on its official site, with details on Wheree.