Soi 38 Melbourne

Thai restaurant · Melbourne

Soi 38 Melbourne

Thai restaurant · Melbourne

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38 Royal Ln, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

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Authentic Thai noodles & street food, boat noodles, pork jowl  

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38 Royal Ln, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia Get directions

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@soi38

A$20–40 · Menu

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soi38.com
@soi38

A$20–40 · Menu

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The 33 Best Restaurants In Melbourne 2023

"Melbourne’s fixation on hidden bars and restaurants has tapered off over recent years, but one mainstay is this colorful Thai spot concealed in a city car park. To order, check off items on a paper menu and hand it to staff as they dash about the tiny, rowdy space, which is decked out with blue and red tables and framed pictures of Thai royalty. Most dishes are $10, including the signature boat noodles, which come with braised beef or pork in an anise-rich pork broth. Don’t let the line put you off, it moves fast." - ellen fraser

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The 38 Best Restaurants in Melbourne | Eater

"A CBD parking lot is home to one of Melbourne’s most-lauded Thai noodle shops. Soi 38 is always busy, but you’ll eventually score a seat at one of the colorful tables. Grab a form, fill out your order, then bring it to the “counter,” which is actually an old cart the owner used to sell soup from. There are a few different noodles and soups to try, including tom yum, but Soi 38 is mainly known for its boat noodles with beef (braised, sliced, and meatballs), water spinach, bean sprouts, and pork crackling. The sweet, aromatic broth can and should be customized with chile, fish sauce, and sugar. At night, the restaurant offers a more extensive Thai street food menu." - Audrey Bourget

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Soi 38 - Review - Melbourne - The Infatuation

"Melbourne’s fixation on hidden bars and restaurants has tapered off over recent years, but one mainstay is this colorful Thai spot concealed in a city car park. To order, check off items on a paper menu and hand it to staff as they dash about the tiny, rowdy space, which is decked out with blue and red tables and framed pictures of Thai royalty. Most dishes are $10, including the signature boat noodles, which come with braised beef or pork in an anise-rich pork broth. Don’t let the line put you off, it moves fast. photo credit: Melanie Desa" - Ellen Fraser

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Tiramisu Bun

Google
Highly Recommend – Authentic Thai Street Food! I absolutely love Soi 38! It’s the real deal when it comes to authentic Thai street food. I’ve been here more than three times because I miss the true Thai taste – and this place delivers every time. The staff are fast, and you don’t have to wait long for your order. If you’re craving spicy, flavorful, real Thai food, I highly recommend coming here!

Kelwin Tan

Google
Great Thai food with authentic flavors! The dishes were well-prepared, and everything had a nice balance of spice and freshness. The Crying Tiger beef was decent I’ve had, but still enjoyable. Overall, a solid spot for a good Thai meal in Melbourne.

Aim

Google
Never disappointed with Soi 38! The taste and quality of the food are always impressive. Everything is served super quickly and consistently delicious. Pork jowl is our all-time favourite, and Tum Thai with salted eggs is a must every visit. Yum Mama Kor Moo Thod is packed with flavour, and the Ultimate Bowl is just great. Highly recommend for anyone craving authentic Thai in Melbourne!

Dinali Liyanage

Google
Stepping into this place felt like being transported straight to Thailand! From the warm, inviting atmosphere to the truly authentic flavors, everything was spot on. The vibe, the decor, and especially the food made the whole experience unforgettable. A definite must-try for anyone craving a genuine Thai dining experience!

Bill Wang

Google
Soi 38 nails the vibe of a Thai street stall, with its industrial setting, bright tables, open kitchen, and the lively energy you’d expect in a Bangkok night market. We had the papaya salad along with raw scallop and shrimp - each dish full of bold, vibrant flavor and serious heat, though thankfully the Thai iced tea offered some refreshing relief. A fantastic find in downtown Melbourne for anyone craving an authentic taste of Thailand.

Hanmo Li

Google
Dinner at @soi38 - one of the most popular Thai restaurants in Melbourne. We finally went there and tried it out! We went at opening time just to avoid queuing, and got seated very quickly. The ordering was efficient, and the food came out quickly. . Ultimate bowl: Instant noodles in sour and spicy Tom Yum soup with Prawns, Japanese Scallops, Crispy Pork, seasoned minced Pork and Egg yolks - delicious tom yum soup! So many good ingredients 😊😊 Deep Fried Chicken: Marinated deep fried chicken served with house dipping sauce - super yummy fried chicken! Tum Thai: Thai papaya salad with dried shrimps and peanuts - super spicy 🥵🥵 Moo Ping: Grilled, Marinated Pork skewers

K Kim

Google
I just googled "nice restaurant near Melbourne CBD"—and it totally failed me. Haha. I kept seeing this place pop up in search results, so I ended up going. But honestly, I can't even rate the service—because there was none. When I asked for a recommendation, the staff rudely told me to just use the QR code. Maybe the low prices explain the lack of service? If you're expecting a typical Thai restaurant experience, this is not the place. They don't even have basic dishes like Pad Thai. Please, go somewhere else—especially if you're a tourist. This place might leave you with a bad memory of Melbourne. The food is cheap, yes, but maybe that's why the portions are small too. It comes out quickly, but don't expect quality or flavor.

E R

Google
We had lunch here on a Sunday. We ordered Crab Fried Rice for $20 and Pad Krapow for $18. Both tasty but the fried had little crab and more rice would have been great. This was the smallest serving of fried rice that I ever had in Australia. Pad Krapow had more value for money. I also wish that there were more options on the menu. Ambience is okay. Place looks like a typical Thai food court.