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Ranong Town

73 Dorset Rd, Ferntree Gully VIC 3156, Australia

Recommended by 46 people

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73 Dorset Rd, Ferntree Gully VIC 3156, Australia

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+61 400 608 558
HoursMonday: 11:30 AM – 9:30 PM Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 5:00 – 9:30 PM Thursday: 5:00 – 9:30 PM Friday: 11:30 AM – 9:30 PM Saturday: 11:30 AM – 9:30 PM Sunday: 11:30 AM – 9:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Ranong Town

Housed in a former suburban milk bar, Ranong Town delivers regional Southern Thai cooking defined by sharp heat, house-pounded curry pastes, and wok breath. Regulars make the trek out to Ferntree Gully specifically for dishes rarely spotted on Melbourne menus—think Lon Pu (crab dip with fresh vegetables), southern-style yellow curry with fish, and tender moo hong braised pork. Shared banquets keep table spreads generous with crispy pork tossed alongside Chinese broccoli and whole fried barramundi, balanced by fragrant coconut rice and crushed-ice Tup Tim Krob.

  • Southern Thai Specialties: Regional plates center on house-made pastes, featuring dishes like Lon Pu crab dip, yellow fish curry, and braised moo hong.
  • Pay-It-Forward Board: A customer-funded meal board lets patrons pre-purchase warm dishes for community members in need.
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Why Choose Ranong Town

Why diners seek out Ranong Town in Ferntree Gully for regional Southern Thai dishes and generous shared meals

  • Authentic Southern Thai Regional Flavours

    Ranong Town crafts genuine Southern Thai regional staples, from house-made curry pastes to dishes like Lon Pu and pad sataw kung, making the trip out to Ferntree Gully worthwhile.

    finally found a real southern Thai spot in melb. The shrimp paste prawn( ผัดสะตอกุ้ง) and sweet soy braised squid ( ปลาหมึกต้มหวาน) were my favs. Tastes like real southern Thai food.

    Wiyada Phatthawi

  • Standout Destination Dining

    Diners traveling significant distances discover specialized regional cooking packed with vibrant spices and traditional wok aromas that justify the journey.

    The Lon Pu (Thai crab dip) was absolutely incredible definitely a standout dish. Every single dish was packed with authentic flavour and tasted amazing.

    Amy Dp

  • Generous Multi-Dish Family Feasts

    Curated multi-dish meal sets provide generous portions that easily accommodate both large family gatherings and varied tastes.

    We ordered the $159 meal pack for five people, and it was more than enough for us. The flavors were truly authentic, and we’ll definitely be coming back again!

    Iniyazh

  • Pay-It-Forward Community Board

    Patrons can participate in a community meal board that allows guests to prepay food for local individuals in need.

    Also, what is a fantastic initiative to pre pay for a meal for someone in need. Congrats we will be back

    Robert Gough

  • Fast and Consistent Takeaway Orders

    The kitchen prepares quick takeaway and lunch curries that arrive promptly without sacrificing rich coconut profiles or piping-hot temperature.

    I have eaten 3 x take away orders and it is phenomenal. I have enjoyed the massaman curry twice, and the pad thai once. Unbelievable!

    Jimmy Breier

  • Speedy Midday Service

    Diners looking for a prompt, satisfying daytime lunch can enjoy accessible lunch specials served quickly in about 15 minutes.

    Our dishes came out in about 15 minutes, I enjoyed them all!

    Nanling Liu

Regional southern specialties and customer-favorite centerpieces

  • Papaya Salad

    The papaya salad was mind blowing! Every single papaya slice was soaked in the dressing, it tasted fragrant, perfectly balanced, and the flavours were impeccable.

    Nanling Liu

  • Fried Barramundi

    Update so I went back for seconds and yep the barramundi is divine. And yep its deep fried and sent out in the cage so you don't need tediously tear flesh from bone!

    Robert Gough

  • Lon Pu

    The Lon Pu (Thai crab dip) was absolutely incredible definitely a standout dish.

    Amy Dp

  • Moo Hong

    Moo hong is local food from Phuket and I feel eating in my hometown!!

    Jitpiya “October” Vimolkul

Other favorites

Desserts, starters, and sides to accompany your feast

  • Tup Tim Krob

    We ended the meal with dessert — Tup Tim Krob — and the kids absolutely loved it. A sweet and refreshing finish to a wonderful family gathering.

    Sophie Chen

  • Coconut Ice Cream

    There are so many "favourites" but the Fried Barramundi was probably my favourite, oh and the coconut ice cream.

    Carola Richter

  • Satay Chicken Skewer

    Also best satay chicken skewer I have had.

    Jimmy Breier

  • Vegetarian Spring Rolls

    veggie spring rolls and crab cakes, yep, go them!

    Robert Gough

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality touches that elevate the dining experience at Ranong Town

  • Pay-It-Forward Meal Board

    A community meal board allows diners to pre-purchase meals for neighbours in need.

  • Owner Hospitality & Paste Insights

    The owner personally explains the fresh, house-pounded Southern Thai curry pastes and helps adapt spice levels.

  • Cage-Served Barramundi Presentation

    Whole barramundi is deep-fried and served in an elevated presentation cage so diners can enjoy the fish without tedious de-boning.

  • Complimentary Banquet Welcome Drinks

    Group family banquet sets begin with a dedicated welcome drink before the multi-course spread arrives.

Before you head over

Practical guidance on spice levels, parking, and group ordering for your visit.

  • Calibrate Your Heat Tolerance

    Southern Thai seasoning packs serious heat; you can customize the spice level on several dishes or ask front-of-house staff for mild preparations if you have a lower heat tolerance.

  • Plan Ahead for Tight Parking

    The on-site lot has only a few parking spaces, which can cause minor delays during peak family dining hours, so allow extra time or look for nearby spots when driving.

  • Consider Multi-Course Family Packs

    When dining with a group, opting for multi-dish family meal packs provides generous portions across curries and stir-fries that easily feed parties of five or more.

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