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As a Muslim traveler, finding halal Thai food in Bangkok is likely a top priority. But worry not, this Thailand tourist guide will show you how this rising star of Southeast Asia warmly welcomes Muslims in Thailand with plenty of halal dining options across the city.
If you're planning your first visit, a reliable Thailand tourist guide can help you make the most of your trip. Finding a halal food restaurant in Bangkok can be challenging, as many vendors may not recognize the terms "halal" or even "Muslim." However, halal options do exist across the city. They’re just not always easy to spot and often require a bit of research. That said, the search can feel like a fun little treasure hunt for muslims in Thailand, turning your food journey into part of the adventure.
There is a variety of halal options in Thailand
Any reliable Thailand tourist guide will tell you that, for an authentic taste of Bangkok’s street food, head to Ramkhamhaeng, a neighborhood with a large Muslim population. From 5 PM onwards, the night market and surrounding streets come alive with up to 100 halal Thai food stalls. You’ll be spoiled for choice with dishes like biryani, noodle soups, and chicken hotdogs.
Halal eateries are also clustered in several areas around the city. One of the most recommended spots to find a halal Thailand restaurant is Little Arabia on Sukhumvit Soi 3, known for its variety of Middle Eastern restaurants, shisha lounges, and clothing shops. Another popular destination for halal Thai food is Little India, also known as Phahurat Market, located just a short walk from Chinatown.
Soi Arab, often referred to as Arab Street, offers a wide variety of halal food options
Usman Thai Muslim Food is a well-loved eatery known for its delicious halal Thai food dishes with a variety of options. Tucked away in a small alley off Sukhumvit Soi 22 near the Marriott Marquis Queen’s Park, this halal Thailand restaurant can be a bit tricky to find, especially in the evening when the alley is dimly lit. Despite its modest size and closely arranged tables, the restaurant draws a steady crowd at lunch and dinner, so expect some wait time.
The menu features a wide selection of flavorful halal Thai food such as Tom Yum with sea bass or prawns, coconut soup, Thai basil beef, Penang and Massaman curries, garlic beef, stir-fried morning glory, papaya and raw mango salads, along with mango sticky rice and smoothies.
While the food is often packed with bold flavors, you can request a milder spice level when ordering. Though not ideal for large groups due to limited space and occasional service delays, the restaurant also offers takeaway and delivery for added convenience.
Location: 259 / 9 Sukhumvit 22
You can always request a milder spice level when ordering at Usman Thai Muslim Food
Phayathai Kitchen is a halal Thai food restaurant known for its classic dishes and regional specialties. Highlights of this halal Thailand restaurant include seabass tom yum with a well-balanced coconut broth, black pepper beef made with fresh peppercorns, fried chicken, deep-fried squid, prawns, stir-fried vegetables with seafood, and kailan with salted fish. The seafood tom yum, in particular, is the most highly recommended halal Thai food by visitors.
The restaurant is tucked away in a back alley off Phetchaburi Road in Ratchathewi, near Darul Aman Mosque, and is just a 5-7 minute walk from either Phaya Thai or Ratchathewi BTS Station. In the evenings, you’ll also find halal street food and Thai pancakes being sold right outside the restaurant.
The view from inside Phayathai Kitchen
Location: 63 Phetchaburi 7 Alley, Thung Phaya Thai, Ratchathewi
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Al-Rahaman serves authentic Indian and Bangladeshi cuisine crafted by Chef Abdur Rouf. Located in the Bang Rak neighborhood near Saphan Taksin BTS Station, the restaurant offers pickup, delivery, and reservations via their website and Facebook page.
Signature dishes include various types of biryani (with fish and traditional options highly recommended), butter chicken, large and flavorful naan, black pepper chicken, a variety of Indian and Thai curries, BBQ items, rice dishes, snacks, and desserts, some of which are offered complimentary. The restaurant follows a strict no-alcohol policy and does not serve alcohol on the premises.
While there’s no on-site parking, nearby options like Mahaseth Road are available.
Al-Rahaman follows a strict no-alcohol policy
Location: 92/4 Soi Charoenkrung 45 Si Phraya
Nefertiti Restaurant serves a wide range of Egyptian, Arabic, and Mediterranean dishes with some halal Thai food. Since it maintains a strict no-alcohol policy, no alcohol is served in this restaurant, and BYOB is also not allowed.
Located in the Nana area, also known as Bangkok’s “Arab Quarter,” the restaurant offers delivery and is open nearly 24 hours a day, closing briefly around 5 AM for cleaning.
Signature dishes include their highly praised shawarma (often described as a must-try), BBQ boneless chicken, BBQ minced lamb, hummus, feta cheese salad, lamb and zucchini claypot with cheese, lamb bone soup (tom yum-style), daal soup, aubergine curry or mousse, and superb nam/naan bread. The savory yogurt drink, laban, is also a highlight.
Visitors often commend the dips and sauces, as well as the generous portions. The large menu is complemented by free extras, such as bottled water upon seating and complimentary appetizers like pickled vegetables.
Location: 4/8 Sukhumvit Soi 3/1 Khlong Toei Nua, Watthana
The BBQ Boneless Chicken at Nefertiti Restaurant is a customer favorite
Sinthorn Steakhouse is a Muslim-owned halal food restaurant in Bangkok that offers a diverse mix of Thai, Chinese, Lao, Indian, and Lebanese cuisine, with a strong focus on halal meats, especially beef, as well as desserts and various roti options.
Known for its generous portions and no time limit on the buffet, the spread features over 10 cuts of beef, including ribeye, sirloin, “tiger cry” beef, Australian flank, and other marinated selections. The seafood section includes river prawns, though their quality can vary.
Sinthorn is Muslim-owned and offers a diverse mix of cuisine
Popular highlights also include roti, roti planta, and desserts, especially the mango-based ones. The fruit selection includes watermelon, dragon fruit, and apple, though some visitors find them underwhelming compared to the mango.
The restaurant also has a banquet hall on the second floor for events, and there’s plenty of free parking available both beneath and around the building, including free street parking.
Location: 263/1 Srinagarindra Rd Hua Mak, Bang Kapi District
Maedah Restaurant is located just a 3-minute walk from Pratunam Market in Bangkok and offers a diverse menu featuring halal Thai food, with Middle Eastern, Indian, Malaysian, Chinese, and Arabian dishes.
Some of their signature items include garlic chicken, beef green curry, tom yum soup, fried rice with chili and basil, sea bass with lemongrass and basil, lamb dishes in both Arabian and Indian styles, Middle Eastern-style dips and breads, and Thai steamed fish. Among these, their tom yum is especially praised by visitors.
Maedah Restaurant is just a 3-minute walk away from Pratunam Market
The restaurant can get quite crowded during peak meal times and is considered relatively pricey compared to nearby local eateries.
Location: 120/37 Ratchaprarop Road, Pratunam
Busaba Halal Restaurant is often praised for serving the best halal roast duck in Bangkok, flavorful, lean, with crispy skin, and typically accompanied by generous portions of sauce.
Popular duck dishes include roast duck with rice or noodles, duck wonton noodles, and duck with green noodles. Other standout halal Thai food on the menu includes tom yum noodles, seafood salads, panna cotta, and apple crumble.
Busaba Halal Restaurant is famous for its signature roast duck
However, parking near the restaurant is limited and can be difficult to find. Much of the surrounding space is used for storage or motorbike parking, which may affect the overall ambiance.
Location: 151/4 Nakhon Chai Si Road, Dusit
Noree Restaurant offers reasonably priced halal Thai food with a strong focus on duck-based specialties. Reservations aren’t required, and there’s usually no wait.
Their roast duck and duck noodles are the most frequently praised halal food in Thailand, alongside other customer favorites like Massaman beef, Ped Pa-Lo (braised duck), dim sum, Khoo Mok (wrapped seafood rice), Lod Chong (a traditional Thai dessert), fried Noree salad, shrimp paste chili dip, and crispy morning glory salad.
Roast duck and duck noodles are the most frequently ordered dishes at Noree Restaurant
The restaurant features a pleasant green garden area and a well-designed interior, with a prayer room and family seating available. Free parking is offered next to the shop, with space for around 7-8 cars.
Location: 101 Thanon Pracha Ruam Chai, Sai Kong Din Tai, Khlong Sam Wa
That wraps up our list of recommended halal Thai food and restaurants in Bangkok for our Muslim brothers and sisters. If you ever need further advice or assistance in planning your trip or finding halal food in Thailand, the team at Asia King Travel is always here to help make your journey as smooth and memorable as possible.
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