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Thai by the Lake

284 High St, Nagambie VIC 3608, Australia

Recommended by 27 people

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284 High St, Nagambie VIC 3608, Australia

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+61 3 5794 2200
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 5:00 – 8:30 PM Wednesday: 5:00 – 8:30 PM Thursday: 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 – 8:30 PM Friday: 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 – 8:30 PM Saturday: 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 – 8:30 PM Sunday: 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 – 8:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Thai by the Lake

Nagambie travelers find generous, scratch-made Thai cooking paired with warm, personal hospitality at Thai by the Lake. Plates arrive heaped high with vibrant stir-fries and curries, from tender chicken tossed with cashews to lemongrass prawns and flaky roti dipped in rich peanut sauce. Guests often bring their own wine and beer to sip while dining, and owner-chef Tan regularly steps out of the kitchen to greet tables, chat through the dishes, and share homemade coconut ice cream.

  • Heartfelt Chef-Led Hospitality: Owner and chef Tan regularly steps out of the kitchen to greet tables, tailor spice levels, and offer celebratory homemade treats.
  • Abundant Servings and BYO Dining: Tables enjoy generous portions of scratch-made stir-fries and curries paired with their own brought bottles of wine or beer.
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What's On at Thai by the Lake

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Why Dine at Thai by the Lake

Discover why travelers and Nagambie locals choose Thai by the Lake for generous dishes, heartfelt hospitality, and relaxed BYO dining.

  • Authentic, Flavor-Packed Thai Dishes

    Freshly cooked dishes deliver vibrant flavors and authentic Thai culinary traditions that satisfy travelers and locals alike.

    The best Thai food we have had.

    Rose-Anne M

  • Generous Portions Built for Sharing

    Hearty servings ensure diners leave fully satisfied, frequently with enough food packed up to savor the next day.

    The servings are very generous to an extent that we had to take 1/2 of our meals home.

    Kevin

  • Personal Greetings from Owner-Chef Tan

    The chef and owner Tan steps onto the floor to introduce herself, greet tables, and ensure every guest feels truly welcome.

    The owner popped out to see how we enjoyed our meal which was a nice personal touch.

    Cherie Krake

  • Celebratory Hospitality with Thoughtful Extras

    Special occasions are met with personalized touches, hospitable conversations, and thoughtful complimentary treats.

    The owner took her time out of the kitchen to say hi to every customer, knew we were celebrating and gave us a complimentary treat.

    Zaira Eguia

  • Flexible BYO Beer and Wine Dining

    Diners can complement their meals by pairing outside wine and beer seamlessly with house curries and stir-fries.

    byo your wine & beer - this is the place to be !

    sandy colombo

  • Accessible Dining for Regional Travelers

    Affordable pricing paired with BYO flexibility allows visitors and vacationers to enjoy high-quality dining without Melbourne-level costs.

    Quick tip - remember your bottle of wine, their soft drink options are elite, but if you want to get on the sauce, byo!

    Dean Banton

Guest favourites and authentic classics cooked with fresh ingredients

  • Thai Fish cakes

    We had Thai Fish cakes, Cashew stir fry chicken and Lemongrass prawns with steamed rice.

    Crowdy Head

  • Red curry duck

    Red curry duck , honey chicken and prawns spring roll is the best.

    Chicha Chonchom

  • Thai fried rice

    Meals were very generous in portions. The Thai fried rice could have served two.

    Cherie Krake

  • Green curry

    I was drinking the green curry like soup did not want to leave anything behind. It was that delicious!!!!

    Vimmela Bendall

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality touches and personal owner engagement that elevate your dining experience in Nagambie

  • Personal Dining Room Greetings from Owner-Chef Tan

    Owner-chef Tan regularly leaves the kitchen to visit tables, greet diners individually, and ensure guests are enjoying their dishes.

  • Complimentary Milestone Celebration Surprises

    Diners marking special milestones receive complimentary hospitality touches from the owner, including celebratory treats and homemade coconut ice cream.

  • Customized Spice Adjustments & Course Guidance

    Staff and the owner tailor individual dishes to match personal spice tolerances and course preferences while explaining each dish.

  • Flexible BYO Wine & Beer Hospitality

    Guests are encouraged to bring their preferred wine or beer to pair freely with their authentic Thai meals.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you BYO wine or beer?

Yes, diners frequently bring their own wine and beer to pair with their meal, alongside the restaurant's non-alcoholic beverage offerings.

How large are the portion sizes?

Portions are particularly generous, with dishes such as fried rice frequently serving two people and guests often taking leftovers home.

Do you need to make a reservation in advance?

Walk-in tables are often available without a booking, though reservations are also accepted if you prefer to plan ahead.

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