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Thai Tide - Melbourne CBD, Melbourne, AU-VIC

Thai Tide - Melbourne CBD

4.3
4.3
156 Reviews
$40 and under
Thai
Top tags:
Casual Setting Thai | Local Produces | Australian Natural Wines | Exotic Thai Inspired Cocktails + Classic Cocktails
Good food Guide 2022

Discover a fresh take on Thai cuisine, spanning the diverse flavors of Thailand. Savor the warmth of Central Bangkok's Chicken Cashew Stir-fry and succulent Drunken Noodle Beef. Relish in the zesty grilled delights like our Marinated Chicken and dive into Isarn-inspired salads, including our tangy Papaya Salad. Experience the coastal tastes of Southern Thailand with our Crab Meat Fried Rice and get lost in the rich notes of traditional curries such as Jungle Green Curry and Masaman Lamb Stew. A culinary journey across Thailand awaits, catering to every palate.

Dishes are paired with well selected wild, cloudy and ultra-drinkable Australian organic natural wines, as well as Thai inspired fun cocktails and the feel good setting creates the perfect place to catch up with friends or loved ones.

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 27 times today
Experiences are available.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Thai, Cocktail Bar, Wine Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Mon–Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (03) 9650 7987
  • Website
    https://www.thaitide.com.au/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Delectable selection of freshly prepared Thai canapes/finger foods that you can mix and match as a party platter for any occasion.<br /><br />https://www.thaitide.com.au/functions-events<br />*Minimum 2 dozens per each menu
  • Private party facilities
    From team meetings, long lunches, birthday celebrations and everything in between, THAI TIDE offers everything you need to make your next private event truly memorable. Our level 1 dining area allow us to cater for any occasion, seated dining, stand up cocktails or an intimate private dining experiences.

Experiences

  • It's showtime! But first, let's dine at THAI TIDE!

    $49.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Begin your evening at Thai Tide with our Pre-Theatre Menu. From 5-7pm, embark on a swift journey through regional Thai flavors, all minutes away from the theatre in the heart of the CBD.
    It's showtime! But first, let's dine at THAI TIDE! photo

  • Thai Tide Taste

    $62.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Experience the Thai Tide Taste Set menu, a curated selection of beloved regional dishes from Thailand. Indulge in the vibrant flavours of the north, the coastal delights of the south, the fiery cuisine of Isaan, and the aromatic curries of the central region. Let us transport you to the diverse regions of Thailand in just one dining experience.
    Thai Tide Taste photo

  • Happy Hour Oyster & Bubble

    $28.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Enjoy a half-dozen oysters and a glass of Rosecco bubbles to refresh and brighten up your night! Available at 5.00-7.00 PM everyday (Mon-Sat)
    Happy Hour Oyster & Bubble photo

What 156 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • City Centre

    Child-friendly

  • City Centre

    Gluten-free-friendly

156 Reviews

  1. SandraE

    Melbourne

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Was a wonderful dinner the staff were so friendly and accommodating. Food was delicious. Would highly recommend

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  2. Chlo

    Melbourne

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing service and good options for vegan and vegetarian. Great for lunch or dinner before a show, only a short walk from theatres.

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  3. RaneeP

    Melbourne

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Delicious food, good staff services, nice cocktails.

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  4. SamW

    Melbourne

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 19 November 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    We booked a large group booking with less than a week lead time and the Thai Tide team did a very good job of accomodating our size and dietary requirements. The guests had many compliments for the originally inspired food, with many complimenting that the food was "so different and so good" compared to so much other Thai food. The space was great considering our group size and we felt very accommodated for. Small thing, we didnt get much in the way of knowing what the food was, it was left to us to understand or interpret the food thatw as put in front of us, and though the food was sharing based, they didnt provide sharing utensils, which makes for awkward sharing/germs situations. Overall great experience, would recommend.

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  5. TerriR

    Melbourne

    12 reviews

    1.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 19 November 2023

    overall1food2service1ambience2
    Food was acceptable, but such a variation between them. Mushroom larb was ok, not what I expected but acceptable. Satay had good flavour but was not hot enough. The three mains were nice and were hot enough. Service was poor, we had to ask for everything all the time, and we were the only diners apart from 2 ladies for the firt hour. We had a booking for 7 people at midday yet they weren't even open when we arrived, definitely would not go back... Very blunt sorry but needs to be said.

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  6. D023604

    Melbourne

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 18 November 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    A refreshing Thai menu. Plenty of options for vegetarians and many non-alcoholic beverages. For those hard of hearing, the surfaces may be a little harsh and loud, but it certainly isn't a place you need to shout. A shout-out to the floor staff whose care is evident in their interactions. I'll be back

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  7. TaniaC

    Melbourne

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 15 November 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    beautiful food and lovely atmosphere. friendly staff

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  8. Wacky

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 13 November 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great place and will definitely recommend it to friends

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  9. Atom

    Victoria

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 9 November 2023

    overall3food4service5ambience4
    Beautiful food with a difference! - probably too large a serving per person. On a quiet night ambience is very good but becomes very loud once the place is full.

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  10. DougG

    Victoria

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 5 November 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    An excellent venue for our family celebration. The food was excellent and the spice level was just right. Vegetarian options we seamlessly included. Staff effortlessly accommodated the restless 2 year old.

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  11. karunam

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 4 November 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was amazing - had so much variety in the feed me menu. Loved the mushroom curry.

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  12. SineadD

    Tasmania

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 4 November 2023

    overall3food2service5ambience4
    Great service, food was average and underwhelming.

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  13. AnnieS

    Melbourne

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 28 October 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was interesting and delicious. Friendly service.

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  14. NathanN

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 28 October 2023

    overall2food4service2ambience2
    Only the food was tasty and everything else was not the best

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  15. Munga

    Melbourne

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 28 October 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Seriously underrated Thai in Melbourne - loved the staff, the dishes were super and the ambience is awesome

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  16. Kiki

    Melbourne

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 21 October 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely delicious. We ordered all vegan options and they were spectacular. The betel leaves were incredible!

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  17. Moorie

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 October 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I had a great time dining at Thai Tide with my partner. Food is delicious! Definitely will return again. Recommend.

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  18. NickL

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 13 October 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Hidden away behind an unobtrusive shopfront in Bourke this restaurant is a little gem. The menu is not as extensive as many Thai restaurant, instead it focuses on lesser know dishes from Thailand. For entree we had satay chicken which consisted of a good serving of thinly sliced chicken pieces with a smooth and tasty peanut sauce. For main course we had Tiger prawns tom Yum with a very tasty and fragrant fried rice, and a Wagyu beef Keemao with drunken noodle, our favourite dish. The flavours were absolutely amazing and servings were quite large. Table service was excellent with very helpful staff assisting with gluten free options and allergy requirements. Would definitely go back.

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  19. Nelsywelsy

    Melbourne

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 8 October 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had a baby shower dinner here for 8 and did not disappoint! Food was great, staff are efficient and friendly, ambience was cute and quaint. Prices weren't bad either!

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  20. Faye

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 8 October 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Good atmosphere and all staffs are really nice, polite and definitely foods are really good … will come back some day soon

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  21. JamieS

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 7 October 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    Lovely food and service. Little bit tight for space but a nice night out.

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  22. ShaneS

    Melbourne

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 6 October 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Ordered Wagyu Beef noodles, expected more than 3 slithers of beef to be evident in this dish. Far from satisfactory at $35. Quite honestly if I just wanted noodles that's what I would have ordered. The wines by the glass as far as selection need to be more than only 4 on offer and more affordable, whi can afford a Shiraz for $18? Our wait person could not have been better, bloody fantastic. Will we go back... I don't think so, better value for money other dining experiences in the city.

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  23. ML199999

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 6 October 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    The staff were friendly and great value fot money but I don't think the food was that good.

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  24. MersedehK

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 6 October 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    The food came very late! The food wasn’t that good A bit pricy for the food they served It was for sure not 4 stars restaurant I will give it 1 and half star🤷‍♀️

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  25. SueH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 3 October 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Lunchtime booking - Great food and service. Highly recommend!

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  26. MariaH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 30 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    From out of town, but would visit again. Food and service great

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  27. MonS

    Melbourne

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 29 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Some of the best Thai food I’ve eaten! We couldn’t believe this place wasn’t busier for a public holiday, an absolute hidden gem. I will be back!

    Thai Tide - Melbourne CBDResponded on 3 October 2023

    Thank you so much for dining with us. Your generous support means the world to us! We hope to welcome you back soon for another memorable visit.

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  28. Jenna

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 23 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had our elopement/wedding dinner here and had an incredible experience. The food was amazing, wonderful and fast service, catered to everyones dietary requirements and we really enjoyed the atmosphere. I highly recommend for group dining and an easy, carefree enjoyable experience. Thank you Thai Tide, we will be back.

    Thai Tide - Melbourne CBDResponded on 3 October 2023

    Dear Ms. Jenna, Congratulations on your elopement/wedding! We're honoured that you chose Thai Tide for your special celebration. It's wonderful to hear that you had a pleasant dining experience with us. We're delighted that we could cater to everyone's dietary requirements. Once again a heartfelt congratulations to the bride and groom!

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  29. Food

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 23 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food and drinks, friendly staff, great location

    Thai Tide - Melbourne CBDResponded on 3 October 2023

    We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your dining experience at Thai Tide. Your kind words and generous support means the world to us. We hope to welcome you back soon for another delightful visit.

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  30. NarmiA

    Melbourne

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 22 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely place almost hidden away. Great food, service and atmosphere. A bunch of us from work went on a Fri for lunch and enjoyed the atmosphere very much. Highly recommended

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  31. MargaretM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 17 September 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    Lovely place in cbd with yummy Thai food. As family of four we ordered noodles, fried rice and two different curries, everything was tasty 😋

    Thai Tide - Melbourne CBDResponded on 3 October 2023

    We appreciate your visit to our CBD restaurant with your family. It's great to hear that you found our cooking tasty, and we hope it made your dining experience enjoyable. Thank you for choosing us, and we look forward to serving you again soon.

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  32. mathewk

    Montreal

    14 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on 16 September 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience3
    Excellent food, really well made. The papaya salad with soft shell crab and massaman curry with lamb were stand out favourites. In contrast to some other reviews, I felt the serving sizes were quite generous. There’s a decent wine list, with a big section of cocktails and mocktails and local craft beers. We shared a glass of rosecco, which was fun.

    Thai Tide - Melbourne CBDResponded on 3 October 2023

    Thank you for sharing your dining experience with us! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your meal, particularly the papaya salad with soft shell crab and massaman curry with lamb. Please try our Thai inspired cocktail the next time you dine with us, especially the mango sticky rice magic! We look forward to having you back for another enjoyable meal soon.

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  33. PranviA

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 11 September 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    A little overpriced for the quantity and quality of food. Overall, good experience.

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  34. OpenTable Diner

    Melbourne

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 10 September 2023

    overall5food3service5ambience4
    The food is not bad but the price is a bit too much and small portions

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  35. RichardM

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 5 September 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience4
    A wee bit expensive I felt compared with some other comparable restaurants as I found the dish unremarkable

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  36. Cate

    Melbourne

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 1 September 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    Great Thai food with an interesting menu of alcoholic and non alcoholic drinks. Will be back

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  37. LaurenW

    Melbourne

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 28 August 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Truly wonderful evening with exceptional food. I'm disabled and often require the use of a wheelchair. The staff were beyond accommodating and showed great kindness, they took great care to make sure I felt comfortable. Probably one of the best dinning experiences I've ever had. Thank you!

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  38. ChloeB

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 26 August 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    We had a party of 7 for the feed me set menu. The food was fabulous. For us the only slight let down (and not a deal breaker at all, just a side note) was the unique wine options available. No prosecco or sparkling, and the white wine we did try were very dry and sweet. They were almost all uniques blends we'd not heard of. They did pair ok with the spicy food and perhaps are picked for that reason. While it is always great to try something local or picked for pairing purposes, we tried 3 different bottles but none of us particularly enjoyed any of them which was a shame, (and we all drink a wide variety of sparkling, rose, white and red wines) given they were $66+ each. We'd have loved to have selected a wine we know we all know and enjoy (a standard Chardonnay, Sav blanc etc) or a basic bubbles to celebrate. I'd 100% recommend the restaurant for every other reason, we really enjoyed our meal and the staff were just so lovely. Thank you, Thai Tide!

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  39. birdette

    Sydney

    27 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on 6 August 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Staff are lovely and kind. Roast chicken green curry was wonderful. Would be great to have the weekday lunch specials available on the weekend as well for those who want lighter meals. Tea tiramisu was absolutely delicious, but please don’t sprinkle chocolate powder over the entire plate as it gets messy. Will definitely return!

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  40. worachatt

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 9 July 2023

    overall4food3service4ambience3
    Thank you for let me giving your feedback. This is my second time dining with you. My first time was amazing (in every way) so this time I have my family with me. Food this time is just ok. Fried chicken ma kwen, green curry was salty. Beef rib panang meet a bit chewy. Aom Ants are good. Thank you

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FAQs

Thai Tide - Melbourne CBD is rated 4.3 stars by 156 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 27 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Thai Tide - Melbourne CBD

171 Bourke St, Melbourne, AU-VIC 3000

Additional information

  • Area
    Melbourne CBD
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Mon–Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Thai, Cocktail Bar, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking Details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    https://www.thaitide.com.au/
  • Phone number
    (03) 9650 7987
  • Catering
    Delectable selection of freshly prepared Thai canapes/finger foods that you can mix and match as a party platter for any occasion.<br /><br />https://www.thaitide.com.au/functions-events<br />*Minimum 2 dozens per each menu
  • Private party facilities
    From team meetings, long lunches, birthday celebrations and everything in between, THAI TIDE offers everything you need to make your next private event truly memorable. Our level 1 dining area allow us to cater for any occasion, seated dining, stand up cocktails or an intimate private dining experiences.
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