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Sumalee Thai Bentleigh

260 Centre Rd, Bentleigh VIC 3204, Australia

Recommended by 48 people

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Find Sumalee Thai Bentleigh

260 Centre Rd, Bentleigh VIC 3204, Australia

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+61 3 9557 1635
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 5:30 – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 5:30 – 10:00 PM Thursday: 5:30 – 10:00 PM Friday: 5:30 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 5:30 – 10:00 PM Sunday: 5:30 – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Sumalee Thai Bentleigh

Sumalee Thai balances bold regional classics with playful, inventive plates built for sharing across the table. Centre Road regulars lean on the kitchen for generous portions—think smoky wok hei pad thai, crispy caramel pork belly, and tender massaman lamb curry. Starters drift into clever fusion territory with Thai arancini alongside house fish cakes, while green curry pairs naturally with warm naan. An accommodating front-of-house team handles dining rooms packed with family groups, serving rich bowls of spicy brisket curry alongside roasted coconut ice cream.

  • Inventive Cross-Cultural Twists: The kitchen puts playful twists on staple recipes, turning heads with Thai arancini, green curry plated with naan, and spicy brisket.
  • Allergen-Conscious Dining: Regulars with severe peanut allergies highlight safe, attentive kitchen handling and dedicated nut-free preparation across cooked dishes.
  • Hearty Sharing Feasts: Generous family-sized platters like fall-apart massaman lamb curry and caramel pork belly anchor lively group dinners.
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Why Choose Sumalee Thai Bentleigh

Discover why locals gather for generous sharing dishes, inventive fusion twists, and heartfelt care.

  • Generous Portions Built for Sharing

    Dishes come in substantial portions ideal for family feasts, group spreads, and shared tables.

    large serves packed with meat and vegetables.

    Donnie Keba

  • Trusted Peanut and Nut Allergy Safety

    Dedicated kitchen protocols accommodate severe nut anaphylaxis, offering peace of mind to allergy sufferers.

    safest and most nut friendly restaurant

    Mariah

  • Playful Fusion Twists on Classic Thai

    The menu complements classic staples with playful culinary fusions like Thai arancini and green curry served with naan.

    playful fusion Thai Arancini

    Cliff H

  • Creative Flavors Beyond Traditional Menus

    Diners discover distinctive signature plates such as herby Jungle Soup and wok-hei rich Pad Thai.

    comes with a creative Thai twist.

    Faye with an E

  • A Calming Escape from Hectic Schedules

    Warm, attentive floor staff and a serene neighborhood room offer an unpretentious sanctuary from busy schedules.

    escape from hectic schedule

    Jane Trang Le

  • Warm, Welcoming Hospitality

    Attentive, caring hosting makes diners feel genuinely welcomed and at ease from the moment they arrive.

    whole dining experience feel welcoming and relaxed.

    Cler Gonzales

Standout mains and curries celebrated by local diners

  • Pad Thai

    Their Pad Thai is another highlighted dish. The smoky wok hei and tangy flavor, plus the superb presentation, are the reasons why you must order it!

    Faye with an E

  • Massaman Lamb Curry

    My favourite was the Massaman Lamb Curry - the lamb fell off the bone and was so tender, and the curry was very flavourful.

    Mandie L.

  • Beef Brisket Green Curry

    Tonight we tried the Beef Brisket Green curry and the beef was so soft and tender, good to try something different than our usual

    Mariah

  • Jungle Soup

    The recommended dish is the Jungle Soup, which you wouldn't find at many other Thai restaurants in Melbourne. It’s a herby soup that would refresh and wake up your taste buds.

    Faye with an E

Other favorites

Appetizers, sides, and sweet desserts to complement your meal

  • Thai Arancini

    From the playful fusion Thai Arancini to the Chicken Satay, to the mains of Beef Penang or their unique take on Pad Thai, everything hit the mark and spot on.

    Cliff H

  • Naan

    Also had the fried fish fillets,lemon grass chicken,green curry with naan by the sides which we enjoyed.

    Pang Leaw

  • Coconut Ice Cream

    To finish off dinner we had the coconut ice cream.

    Pang Leaw

  • Spring Rolls

    I especially enjoyed the spring rolls and delicious five, which were full of flavour and beautifully presented.

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Before you head over

Practical advice for reserving, dietary accommodations, and ordering at Sumalee Thai.

  • Book in Advance

    Secure a table ahead of time, especially for peak dinner shifts or larger groups, as the intimate dining room regularly fills to capacity.

  • Nut Allergy Friendly

    Guests with severe peanut and nut anaphylaxis can dine with confidence, as the kitchen reliably accommodates nut-free dining without compromising flavor.

  • Sample Creative Fusion Twists

    Look for creative specialties alongside traditional curries, including fusion starters like Thai arancini and green curry served with naan.

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