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Ratee Thai

Exchange Tower, 530 Little Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

Recommended by 78 people

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Exchange Tower, 530 Little Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

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+61 3 9620 7117
HoursMonday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM Thursday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM Friday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM Saturday: Closed Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Ratee Thai

Tucked in an Exchange Tower food court, Ratee Thai dishes out authentic Bangkok cafeteria-style comfort with serious wok heat. Commuters pack the counter for lunch, chasing massive made-to-order plates that reliably yield dinner leftovers. The expansive menu runs deep—think fiery pad kee mao, aromatic pad kra prow, and Thai fried rice crowned with a fried egg.

  • Heaping Portions: Expect overflowing takeaway boxes and heaping plates of wok-fried rice and noodles that easily yield a second meal.
  • Wide Street-Food Menu: Cooks fire up an extensive menu featuring everyday street-style staples like pad kra prow and pad kee mao.
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Why Choose Ratee Thai

From nostalgic comfort staples to generous lunch portions, discover why diners rely on Ratee Thai.

  • Authentic Everyday Comfort at Great Value

    Ratee Thai serves genuine Thai comfort dishes like pad kee mao and pad kra prow at an accessible, cheap price point.

    Price is cheap and you can taste real Thai flavour as well.

    김일호

  • Massive Menu of Diverse Regional Dishes

    A sprawling menu allows diners to explore diverse street-food staples that mirror the local taste of Bangkok.

    This is a fantastic place where you get to try more diverse Thai because the menu is massive and everything tastes so good!

    Thanawan Kamolsuksri

  • Transportive Sensory Nostalgia

    Diners experience authentic flavours that transport their senses directly to Thailand.

    I always feel like my taste buds and body are transported to Thailand given the very well thought out ambiance too!

    Thanawan Kamolsuksri

  • Nostalgic Childhood Comforts

    For those longing for familiar dishes from home, the made-to-order cooking faithfully recaptures comforting school cafeteria meals.

    Anyone who misses food as per order Thai taste in childhood, eaten in the school cafeteria. This place is the answer.

    Wander Wider

  • Substantial Value for Busy CBD Lunches

    Generous portion sizes give busy workers exceptional value for their spend, with enough food to take home leftovers.

    The queue for lunch time is a bit long because people want a bang for their bucks.

    Ruzzell Obedoza

Frequently Asked Questions

How large are the portions?

Portions are generous and substantial enough to share or take home as leftovers; takeaway containers are available for a small fee (around 50 cents).

Is there a wait during lunch?

The queue can get long during weekday lunchtime as CBD diners stop by for quick, budget-friendly meals.

Can you order takeaway or delivery?

Yes, you can order takeaway in person, dine in within the food court, or place orders through delivery apps.

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