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Nora Thai Restaurant South Yarra

69 Davis Ave, South Yarra VIC 3141, Australia

Recommended by 24 people

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Find Nora Thai Restaurant South Yarra

69 Davis Ave, South Yarra VIC 3141, Australia

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+61 3 9867 6444
HoursMonday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM Thursday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM Friday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:45 PM Saturday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:45 PM Sunday: 5:00 – 9:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Nora Thai Restaurant South Yarra

A tiny, bustling dining room tucked off South Yarra's main drag dishes out genuine Southern Thai heat. It is a tight squeeze where the air hangs thick with toasted chilies and sweet basil. Diners who know the menu skip standard takeout fare for pungent stink beans stir-fried with prawn and pork, tart kaeng som fish curry, and wok-charred Pad Kee Mao. Portions are generous, tables sit close, and native speakers chatting with staff signal you are in safe hands. Corkage is five dollars a head—bring your own bottle, order an iced milk tea to cool down, and settle into the happy din.

  • Southern Thai Focus: Regional specialties showcase deep pungent spice, from sour fish curry (kaeng som) to stink bean (sator) stir-fries.
  • Cosy Dining Room: A compact hideaway on Davis Avenue where tables pack out fast and advance booking is recommended.
  • BYO Friendly: Diners can bring their own bottles for a modest $5 per person corkage fee alongside sweet Thai milk teas.
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Why Choose Nora Thai Restaurant

Why diners choose Nora Thai Restaurant for authentic Southern Thai cuisine in South Yarra

  • Authentic Southern Thai Specialties

    Nora Thai features rare Southern regional recipes such as Stink Bean with Prawn & Pork Mince and authentic sour fish soup, delivering bold heat and distinct regional aromatics.

    The Sothern style Stink Bean (Sator) W/ Prawn & Pork Mince is divine.

    Siri B

  • Uncompromising Regional Heat and Herb Profiles

    Curries and regional specialties showcase uncompromising heat and authentic Thai herbs like pea eggplants and betel leaves, mirroring the depth of dining in Thailand.

    The green curry was authentic rich, fragrant, and properly spicy, just as a traditional Thai green curry in Thailand.

    Freedom Fighter

  • Sociable BYOB Policy

    A bring-your-own-beverage option with an accessible $5 per person fee makes social gatherings and group dinners both festive and economical.

    Great food and great service. BYOB ($5 per person).

    Thomas Burke

  • Cosy Group Hideaway

    Tucked quietly off the main strip of South Yarra, the restaurant provides an intimate, welcoming setting ideal for catching up with friends or colleagues.

    Visited this place with a colleague for dinner and was pleasantly surprised by the delightful flavours and genuine Thai cuisine.

    Rohit Bahuguna

  • Nostalgic Transport to Thailand

    Generous portions and home-style hospitality leave diners warmly satisfied and deeply reconnected to authentic Thai home cooking.

    I remember the first time I tried some of their specialties, it felt like I am back in Thailand.

    Joni Lardera

  • Hearty Comfort and Genuine Care

    Rich, fragrant dishes paired with genuine, smiling service create an uplifting and comforting dining experience where patrons leave completely satisfied.

    The meals were brought out quickly, the waitress was friendly and polite, and we left with full happy bellies.

    Effie B

Authentic regional specialties and beloved traditional Thai classics

  • Stink Bean with Prawn and Pork Mince

    The Sothern style Stink Bean (Sator) W/ Prawn & Pork Mince is divine.

    Siri B

  • Sour Fish Soup (Kaeng Som)

    also the sour fish soup (kaeng som) literally transports me back to Thailand it's really that good

    Tanya S.

  • Bai Leang Pad Kai

    Bai Leang Pad Kai (veg and egg) is a bit on the salty side, but so fragrant and good.

    Ainz (ainz_gourmet)

  • Green Curry Chicken

    I tried the Green Curry Chicken with rice and it was absolutely fantastic.

    Freedom Fighter

Before you head over

Practical advice on reservations, drinks, and parking for your visit to Nora Thai South Yarra

  • Book Ahead for Dining In

    The dining room on Davis Avenue has limited seating and fills up quickly during peak hours. Book a table ahead of time to avoid queues or missing out.

  • Bring Your Own Drinks

    You are welcome to bring your own wine or beer to accompany your meal, with BYOB permitted at a flat fee of $5 per person.

  • Time Your Evening Parking

    If you are driving, street parking is available along the area and is free after 6:00 pm from Monday through Friday.

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