Doi Intanon, Thai Restaurant

A surprise find in the Lake District. Authentic Thai food with good selection of varieties. The staffs are super friendly and the building is beautiful with high ceilings. Had a great meal and a good time here. Highly recommended.

Really great food, wonderful service and beautiful building (an old market house). We had the tempura prawns and chicken satay to start - both delicious. Our mains were made to order (we wanted beef instead of chicken or prawns which was the option for one of the stir frys) and they were happy to accommodate. Lovely staff, felt very welcomed - we enjoyed our first meal out in Ambleside.

Me and my partner were overwhelmingly impressed by just how incredible the flavours and quality of cuisine this restaurant offers!! The staff were friendly and helpful. Definitely agree with the other reviews of this place.. absolutely love to come back here!

Doi Intanon in Ambleside stands out as one of the Lakes’ top spots for authentic Thai cuisine—a favourite both with regular visitors and lucky newcomers. The menu is bursting with classics: fragrant curries, aromatic stir-fries, and sizzling dishes delivered straight from the open kitchen. Each dish is crafted with great attention to detail, using fresh ingredients and traditional recipes passed down through generations. Portions are generous, and the variety accommodates all tastes, from adventurous spice lovers to vegans seeking creative, plant-based dishes. The atmosphere is bright, welcoming, and transports you to Thailand with its authentic décor and bustling energy. Service is consistently warm, knowledgeable, and friendly, with staff happy to recommend house specialities or cater to allergies and dietary needs. The combination starter and house-made Thai sweet chilli sauce are standouts, while the Weeping Tiger and Thai salads frequently win praise for bold flavour. For a special treat, save room for dessert—diners rave about the tempting sweets! The restaurant is popular, so advanced bookings are recommended. Whether you dine in or opt for takeaway, Doi Intanon delivers soul-soothing food and memorable hospitality. It’s a must-visit destination in Ambleside for anyone craving real Thai flavours at fair prices, served up with heart and care.

I’m Thai, the food is very authentic thai. All staff were very kind@good service ,good vibe Very enjoy thai dish

Caveat- booking is recommended. A wonderful meal (which is why booking is best- it was busy on my visit on a Tuesday evening!) I'd suggest requesting extra spice if that's your requirement. Superb food, a friendly atmosphere and SUPER helpful and attentive staff. Extra credit is given for the help offered to the adjacent table, who 'didn't like any spicy food' and were guided through alternatives without the bat of an eyelid. Heartily endorsed.

Really great food, wonderful service and beautiful building (an old market house). We love Pad Thai shrimp was delicious. Lovely staff, felt very welcomed - we enjoyed our first meal out in Ambleside.

Friendly and attentive staff, with absolutely amazing food. Would highly recommend.

It's quite embarrassing that we had Thai food for two nights in a row when traveling through the Lake District but... the heart wants what the heart wants! Full disclosure, I wanted to hate this place. It took a while for the hostess to seat us because he was busy chitchatting instead of taking care of people in line. Also, they kind of scoffed when we said we didn't have a reservation even though the place was half full. Then, looking at the menu, the food doesn't come with rice or noodle, and they charge a whopping 2.95 pounds for plain jasmine rice. I was like -.- But DANG their food is amazing! I was completely blown away. Possibly the best Thai food I've ever had outside of Thailand. Who would have thought a restaurant in a little English village would be one of the best Thai food experiences I've ever had. We got the chicken Phad Krapow and the land stir fry. The flavors on these dishes were absolutely perfect. We cleaned the plates! Highly recommend. If this place were in Arlington VA, they would probably know my name and make my food as soon as I walk in the door!

Really beautiful interior, delicious food to match, reasonably-priced wines, and quick service. We loved having dinner here, I'm a Cumbrian native and it's rare to find such great Thai food. Highly recommend.

We were looking for some Asian food while traveling around the Lake District and this place was recommended. It doesn't look too fancy from outside but everything inside is well designed. We had a few different courses and they all didn't disappoint us. The soup was less spicy than excepted, but still good in general. We may go back again if we have the chance to stay longer :)

A trip to Ambleside is not complete without a meal here Doi Intanon is in the heart of Ambleside, a small restaurant run by Christopher Knight and his wife Busara. The food is some of the best Thai I've had. Always busy, the restaurant has a relaxed and warm atmosphere. I cannot recommend this place enough. Be sure to book a table if you're planning a visit at the weekend.

Excellent Thai food in the heart of the Lake District. It is worth noting that they do take away which means you can still enjoy the mouth watering flavours even if you have very young children. Very good and certainly worth a visit.

Dont Bother. Tiny portions, vastly overpriced. Luke warm and gloopy with enough MSG to give me a headache for 2 days straight. Definately a place to avoid when in ambleside!