Thai Food in Sacramento (2025)

Run by two Thai sisters, this Midtown stunner channels Bangkok street flavors—boat noodles, Isaan sausage, egg-wrapped pad thai—in a lively warehouse space. Recognized by the Michelin Guide in 2025 and praised by local press for bold, regional cooking.

Southside Park’s beloved flagship for comforting curries, pad see ew, and mango shrimp salad. Celebrated by Sacramento Bee readers and highlighted by local critics for neighborhood warmth and consistent classics from a locally owned mini-group.

A Midtown mainstay known for papaya salad, pork belly kra pow, and a deep menu of comfort dishes. Frequently recommended by locals and roundups, with steady praise for generous portions, quick service, and late-hours reliability in the heart of J Street.

A compact, family-run bistro where homestyle soups and curries meet grilled specialties—locals rave about tom kha, sukiyaki soup, and daily specials. Noted by neighborhood guides and loyal regulars for quality ingredients and quietly excellent cooking.

Downtown stalwart drawing office workers and pre-theater diners for duck curry, garlic shrimp, and pot tak seafood soup. Cited by the Sacramento Bee in its reader-driven Thai roundups, it remains a reliable stop near the Capitol and convention venues.

South Land Park’s cozy go-to for avocado green curry, smoked eggplant basil, and whole steamed fish. Praised by Sacramento Bee editors in neighborhood lists and by regulars for careful spicing, fair prices, and friendly, owner-driven hospitality.

A newer East Sac spot earning word-of-mouth for laab, prik king, and yellow curry; diners note warm service and flexibility with heat levels. A low-key room with neighborhood energy, it’s quickly become a local weeknight favorite.

An East Sacramento date-night pick marrying cocktails with refined Thai plates—boat noodles, tamarind pork ribs, larb meatballs. Covered by the Sacramento Bee for its polished presentation; actively operating with renewed focus on quality and service.

Pocket/Greenhaven favorite known for mi krop, boat noodles, and seafood dishes, with a loyal family crowd. Included in Sacramento Bee reader lists, it’s a friendly, independently owned neighborhood fixture with generous portions and steady flavors.

Tahoe Park’s understated spot for crab pad thai, choo chee salmon, and red-curry string beans. Noted by the Sacramento Bee in its Thai roundups, this small, independent kitchen turns out satisfying plates without the Midtown fuss.

A long-running Midtown restaurant led by a chef-owner active in Sacramento’s farm-to-fork movement, with vegan options and seasonal specials. Frequently recommended in local guides for its community involvement and vegetable-forward takes on Thai classics.