Best Thai Food in Aintree Melbourne — 2026 Guide
| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Best overall | Kai Commons |
| Best free option | Zara |
| Best for families | Sunny Table |
| Best local secret | Pearl’s |
| Best for rainy days | Nico’s |
1. The Golden Yard — 310 Market Place, Aintree VIC 3253
What it is: (thai food) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $8-15 per person Best for: the whole crew
The room holds 40 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
2. Nina Lane — 99 Smith Road, Aintree VIC 3253
What it is: (thai food) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $15-29 per person Best for: budget eaters
Capacity is around 35 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
3. Mabel Mill — 376 Queen Drive, Aintree VIC 3253
What it is: (thai food) The one regulars swear by Cost: $13-25 per person Best for: parents who want food AND peace
The room holds 55 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Smith Road is usually fine.
Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
4. Gus’s — 49 Queen Drive, Aintree VIC 3253
What it is: (thai food) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $14-23 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet
The space seats about 43 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Market Place is usually fine.
Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
5. Cleo Kitchen — 27 Queen Drive, Aintree VIC 3253
What it is: (thai food) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $11-26 per person Best for: kids under 12 who need to burn energy
The space seats about 35 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
What Makes Aintree Different
Master-planned community in the western growth corridor between Deer Park and Melton. Opened in 2018. The best thai food options here reflect Aintree’s character. For Aintree locals and anyone in the area, you’ll find that the suburb rewards people who actually explore beyond the main strip. Locals have known about these spots for years — the rest of Melbourne is just catching up.
6. The Southern Corner — 344 Market Place, Aintree VIC 3253
What it is: (thai food) A quiet achiever Cost: $20-32 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead
The space seats about 53 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Aintree roaster — ask which one.
7. Humble Post — 82 William Lane, Aintree VIC 3253
What it is: (thai food) A local institution Cost: $17-27 per person Best for: remote workers
The room holds 39 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
8. Leo’s — 112 Queen Drive, Aintree VIC 3253
What it is: (thai food) The one that surprised us Cost: $18-32 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird
Capacity is around 42 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on William Lane is usually fine.
Start with: The daily soup ($22) — solid
9. Honest Kitchen — 248 William Lane, Aintree VIC 3253
What it is: (thai food) Under-the-radar gem Cost: $15-28 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird
The space seats about 55 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Smith Road is usually fine.
10. Pearl Kitchen — 55 Queen Drive, Aintree VIC 3253
What it is: (thai food) The one regulars swear by Cost: $18-27 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead
The room holds 37 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Get the: The fish special ($21) — solid Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Aintree roaster — ask which one.
11. River’s — 89 Smith Road, Aintree VIC 3253
What it is: (thai food) The one that surprised us Cost: $19-28 per person Best for: groups
The room holds 36 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Order this: The crispy chicken ($22) — solid Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Aintree roaster — ask which one.
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FAQ
What are the best best thai food options in Aintree?
Kai Commons is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
Is Aintree good for best thai food?
Yes. Aintree has 11+ genuine options. The scene is growing and well worth exploring.
What is Aintree known for?
Master-planned community in the western growth corridor between Deer Park and Melton.
How far is Aintree from Melbourne CBD?
Aintree is 28km, no direct train, 30min drive from Melbourne CBD.
Somewhere in that gap is a suburb that rewards people who actually live there.
Last updated: March 2026
