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Thai Sala Pavilion

626 Sturt St, Ballarat Central VIC 3350, Australia

Recommended by 35 people

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626 Sturt St, Ballarat Central VIC 3350, Australia

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+61 3 5331 8344
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM Thursday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM Friday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM Saturday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM Sunday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Thai Sala Pavilion

Ballarat locals drop into this Sturt Street spot for unapologetically punchy Thai curries, generous stir-fries, and easy BYO bottles. The kitchen cooks with unmistakable wok hei—delivering fragrant green curry, crisp pork with Chinese broccoli, and steaming bowls of tom yum. Heat levels bend readily to your threshold, while an explicitly marked menu makes ordering gluten-free stress-free. Settle into the dining room alongside families splitting sizzling seafood plates and coconut rice.

  • Gluten-Free Clarity: Dietary options are clearly marked on the menu, covering favorites like green curry and chicken satay.
  • BYO Friendly: The dining room welcomes guests bringing their own wine or beer to pair with dinner.
  • Custom Heat Levels: Dishes can be dialed up or tempered across heat levels to suit mild cravings or serious spice fans.
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Why Dine at Thai Sala Pavilion

Discover why locals and visitors choose Thai Sala Pavilion for authentic dishes, attentive service, and flexible dining.

  • Big, Authentic Flavours and Generous Servings

    Patrons frequently praise the kitchen for vibrant, rich dishes and generous portions that recreate authentic flavours outside Thailand.

    A small restaurant but with big flavour food.

    JP

  • Clearly Labelled Gluten-Free Dining

    Diners adhering to gluten-free diets can easily navigate the clearly identified menu choices without sacrificing taste.

    Thai Sala have a clearly labelled menu which allowed for me to decide on a meal easily.

    Christine Bennett

  • Effortless Large Group and Family Gatherings

    With spacious options catering from couples up to large groups of fifty, the venue makes gatherings seamless and accommodating.

    They cater for a couple or a group of 50 without batting an eyelid

    alison madin

  • Convenient BYO Dining Option

    Guests enjoy the flexibility and value of bringing their own choice of drinks along to complement their meal.

    A good decent feed and BYO!

    Lee Lee

  • Attentive and Genuinely Welcoming Service

    Warm hospitality shines through thoughtful gestures like engaging young children and providing quick, considerate service.

    the staff sat there and taught them how to make the napkin flowers and were just absolutely lovely.

    Stephen Walter

  • Customizable Heat Settings for Every Palate

    Guests can tailor dishes to their exact spice preference, ensuring a comfortable experience whether mild or hot.

    Here is a great variety of food, and a great variety of heat settings to cater for all tastes.

    alison madin

Signature authentic dishes celebrated by local diners

  • Tom Yum

    We had Tom Yum, Red curry and Net rolls, all of which were very good.

    JP

  • Pad Thai

    Recommend no 71 Crispy pork fantastic and no 19 Phad Thai with prawn or your choice very authentic

    noel deutscher

  • Green Curry

    The green curry tasted as good as got in Thailand.

    Sarah Graves

  • Gang Panang Chicken

    My favourites are Gang Panang Chicken and Coconut Rice.

    Kelly Perkins

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful service details and menu accommodations that elevate your dining experience

  • Napkin Flower Folding for Children

    Staff take time to sit with younger family members to teach them how to fold napkin flowers, keeping kids engaged and welcome during group meals.

  • Clearly Labelled Gluten-Free Dining

    A clearly marked menu enables diners with dietary requirements to identify safe, adapted dishes like chicken satay and green curry with ease.

  • Customizable Dish Heat Settings

    Dishes can be adapted across a spectrum of heat settings, ensuring everyone from spice enthusiasts to mild palates enjoys their meal.

  • Chilled Water & Early Seating

    Hosts welcome walk-ins ahead of regular opening hours on scorching 36-degree days, immediately bringing chilled water to the table.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Thai Sala Pavilion cater to gluten-free diets?

Yes. The restaurant features a clearly labelled menu with gluten-free options across dishes like satay, curries, and fried rice.

Can you bring your own alcohol (BYO)?

Yes, guests note that Thai Sala Pavilion allows you to bring your own drinks (BYO).

Can you adjust the spice level of your dishes?

Yes. Dishes can be prepared with customizable heat levels, and staff can adjust spice to suit both mild preferences and guests who enjoy authentic heat.

How large are the portions?

Guests note that serving sizes are generous across rice dishes, mains, and curries, making them easy to share.

Is parking available nearby?

Yes, parking is available right out front, with free and paid street parking as well as free parking lot options nearby.

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