No. 1
White Elephant Thai Cuisine
Located in Vista Heights, White Elephant Thai Cuisine’s flavourful menu is just as mouth-watering every time you visit. Order some curries, stir-fries and noodles to share with a group of friends and wash it all down with a Singha Thai beer.
1808 19 St. N.E., 403-457-1172, whiteelephantcuisinecalgary.com
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Tuk Tuk Thai
If you’re looking to grab a bite that’s both fast and flavourful, then check out any of the nine Tuk Tuk Thai locations in Calgary. The freshly prepared Thai dishes are high quality and come served in delightful lotus flower-shaped takeout boxes. If you’re not sure what to order, you can’t go wrong with the pad Thai or tamarind chicken.
Nine locations in Calgary, plus one in Airdrie, tuktukthai.com, @eattuktukthai
Juree’s Thai Place Restaurant
Do yourself a favour and treat yourself to an authentic Thai meal at Juree’s Thai Place Restaurant soon. Green walls and plenty of plants create a fun, relaxing atmosphere that works for both casual lunches and more formal dinners. Juree’s also has a drive-thru now, which means you can drive by on your way home from work to get an order of curry or stir-fry to enjoy at home.
2055 16 Ave. N.W., 403-264-6477, jureesthaiplace.com, @jureesthaiplace
Hearts Choices Cafe Market
Thai food and veganism intersect at this popular plant-based cafe and market. Along with vegan burgers, sandwiches and other mains, the Hearts Choices menu features several vegan Thai dishes including a peanut satay rice bowl with spring rolls and the Thai Massaman curry.
4127 6 St. N.E., 403-276-2163, heartschoices.com, @heartschoices
Thai Sa-On Restaurant
Established in 1989, this restaurant’s welcoming staff and warm, inviting dining room make it a great option for your next night out in the Beltline. You can’t go wrong with any of Thai Sa-On’s signature dishes, and be sure to ask about the the impressive wine selection as well.
351 10 Ave. S.W., 403-264-3526, thai-sa-on.com