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Brown Grain Thai Restaurant (Online Order Available)

212 Sturt St, Ballarat Central VIC 3350, Australia

Recommended by 54 people

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Find Brown Grain Thai Restaurant (Online Order Available)

212 Sturt St, Ballarat Central VIC 3350, Australia

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+61 474 193 995
HoursMonday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Tuesday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM Thursday: 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM Friday: 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Sunday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Brown Grain Thai Restaurant (Online Order Available)

A fixture on Sturt Street, Brown Grain Thai balances generous portions with punchy wok heat in an airy, high-capacity dining room. Tables fill quickly with family gatherings and travelers taking a detour through town, sharing heaping plates of pineapple fried rice, crisp roti, and roasted duck curry alongside cold Singha beers. The kitchen accommodates gluten-free and vegan diners with dedicated menu markings and custom swaps, while a separate children’s lineup keeps younger eaters sorted. The meal closes out on sticky sweet black rice pudding.

  • Broad Dietary Accommodations: Dishes throughout the menu feature clear gluten-free and vegan indicators with quick kitchen adaptations.
  • Family-Scale Dining: A roomy floor plan easily seats multi-generational tables with a dedicated children's menu.
  • Reliable Travel Stopover: A popular recharge spot along Sturt Street for travelers headed between regional Victoria and Melbourne.
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Why Choose Brown Grain Thai Restaurant

Why diners rely on Brown Grain Thai Restaurant for authentic meals, group hospitality, and seamless service in Ballarat

  • Comprehensive Dietary Labelling & Adaptations

    Dishes feature clear menu notations and accommodating kitchen adjustments, allowing vegan and gluten-sensitive guests to dine without compromise.

    A huge selection for all dietary requirements and clearly labelled vegan dishes.

    linda Pierson

  • Customisable Single-Serve Lunch Bowls

    Lunch bowls provide flavorful meat and sauce combinations with protein add-ons tailored for efficient single-course dining.

    The new lunch bowl menu was so delicious, well presented and reasonable price!

    Noey Natnaree T.

  • Spacious Setting for Family Gatherings

    The venue comfortably handles multi-generational gatherings, accommodating young children and staggered party arrivals with ease.

    It is a large venue and family friendly. We had a lovely time, and I really want to thank the staff for being so helpful.

    Renate

  • Thoughtful Children’s Menus and Treats

    Families dine effortlessly with dedicated kids meals and engaging treats designed specifically for younger diners.

    They even had a kids menu, and ice cream shaped like Mickey Mouse. Kids loved everything!

    Kye Williams

  • Reliable Highway & Transit Stopover

    Positioned centrally along major transit paths, the restaurant provides dependable meal stops for travelers passing through Ballarat.

    Whenever we have time (-stop over on the way to Melbourne), we will stop and dine here.

    Wan Putra

  • Rapid Seating & Fast Table Turnaround

    Attentive floor staff seat walk-ins promptly and deliver dishes rapidly without cutting corners on hospitality.

    The service was exceptionally quick and the staff were all very friendly.

    Luke DePellegrini

Guest-favorite mains and traditional starters praised for authentic seasoning and sharing

  • Soft Shell Crab

    the soft shell crab paired with brown rice was full of flavour

    Hussein Juma

  • Curry Puffs

    the curry puffs and the Thai fried rice with chicken were really good

    Luke DePellegrini

  • Pineapple Fried Rice

    the fried rice was quite huge so it’s perfect to share between 2 people!

    Foodie Queen21

  • Satay Chicken

    I ordered satay chicken entree, spicy duck & pudding. It was exquisite

    Stephen Walter

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality details and family-friendly amenities that elevate your dining experience

  • Explicit Dietary Labelling & Adaptations

    Dishes across the menu feature clear dietary notations indicating meals that can be adapted for gluten-free and vegan diners.

  • Kids' Menu with Mickey Mouse Ice Cream

    Families dining with little ones can order from a dedicated children's menu that includes novelty ice cream shaped like Mickey Mouse.

  • Accommodating Staggered Group Arrivals

    For large family gatherings where guests arrive from out of town at different times, the staff seamlessly accommodate staggered table arrivals.

  • Thoughtful Seating with Window Heaters

    When diners find the main dining area lively, staff proactively seat guests at quieter window tables equipped with adjacent heating.

Before you head over

Practical planning advice for reservations, dietary requirements, and parking

  • Book Ahead for Weekends

    The dining room fills quickly on weekends with sit-down tables and takeaway pickups, so reserve ahead to secure a table.

  • Check Dietary Labels and Adaptations

    Look for menu items marked GF or vegan, and let the kitchen know if you require adaptations for gluten intolerance.

  • Plan Nearby Parking

    Street parking right in front can be tight; find easier spaces on the previous block or just around the corner.

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