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Thai Tide Restaurant | Melbourne CBD
171 Bourke St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
Find Thai Tide Restaurant | Melbourne CBD
171 Bourke St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
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Bourke Street’s Thai Tide swaps standard street staples for elevated regional Thai dining—electric, cozy, and built for a proper date night. Table regulars single out the bone marrow fried rice, glossy with rendered fat, alongside charcoal-grilled chicken in a green banana jungle curry. Crisp school prawns and tender grilled squid lean on a bright nam jim dipping sauce, while the kitchen’s clear tom yum keeps things clean and sharp. The bar rounds out the room with pours like the Andaman mocktail and guided wine matches, right before dessert lands with an inventive Tearamisu.
- Elevated Regional Dishes: Standouts span rich bone marrow fried rice, smoky chargrilled pork collar, and charcoal-grilled chicken in green banana jungle curry.
- Vibrant Bar Program: Inventive bar selections include the refreshing Andaman mocktail and thoughtful staff wine pairings.
- Date-Night Atmosphere: An intimate, lively dining room backed by warm hospitality from Chef Ken and the floor team.
- Curated Set Feasts: Curated multi-course menus like the Royal Thai Tide Feast offer paired drinks and keepsake Polaroid photos.
What's On at Thai Tide Restaurant | Melbourne CBD
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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Why Diners Choose Thai Tide
Why diners choose Thai Tide for romantic date nights, regional culinary discoveries, and celebratory gatherings.
Intimate Ambiance for Milestones and Date Nights
Guests can celebrate key milestones or date nights with warm hospitality, fast service, and a memorable atmosphere.
The atmosphere is also lovely and romantic—perfect for a date night.
Grace HappyLife Curated Multi-Course Feasts with Keepsakes
Curated tasting journeys feature celebratory touches like arrival sparkling wine and a takeaway Polaroid picture.
The experience was thoroughly enjoyable with a Polaroid photo to take home.
Lily K Inventive Twists on Regional Thai Classics
The kitchen delivers elevated regional dishes like charcoal grilled chicken jungle curry and signature bone marrow fried rice.
I especially loved the bone marrow fried rice—it was rich and so satisfying.
Zhi Yuen Lim Thoughtful Pairings, Cocktails, and Mocktails
The drinks program pairs modern dishes with tailored wine recommendations, creative cocktails, and specialty mocktails.
I also fell in love with their mocktail—I ordered the Andaman and it was soooo good.
Grace HappyLife Lively Dining for Catching Up with Friends
A comfortable and energetic dining room provides an inviting backdrop for meeting up and sharing rich plates.
The vibe of the place is cozy yet lively, making it a great spot for a casual dinner or a catch-up with friends.
Zhi Yuen Lim Generous, Satisfying Share Plates for Groups
Richly flavored share plates like fragrant bone marrow rice, juicy duck, and tender pork belly make group dining effortless.
Bone marrow fried was was fragrant, bone marrows added a bit of sheen and fat to the rice which was nice.
Kayla W
Most popular items
Celebrated regional Thai dishes and curated multi-course feasts
Bone marrow fried rice
I especially loved the bone marrow fried rice—it was rich and so satisfying.
Zhi Yuen Lim Crispy school prawns
The crispy school prawns were perfectly crunchy and absolutely delightful.
Lily K ROYAL THAI TIDE FEAST
Today I tried the ROYAL THAI TIDE FEAST ($88PP) and it was absolutely amazing!
Grace HappyLife Charcoal Grilled Chicken with Green Banana Jungle Green Curry
Even though I’m Thai, this was my first time trying Thai green curry like this—we had the Charcoal Grilled Chicken with Green Banana Jungle Green Curry. The flavor combination was incredible!
Grace HappyLife
Other favorites
Signature drinks and inventive desserts to complete your meal
Andaman
I also fell in love with their mocktail—I ordered the Andaman and it was soooo good.
Grace HappyLife Tearamisu
For dessert, I tried their "Tearamisu," which was an interesting twist on the classic. It had a unique flavor profile that rounded out the meal in a fun and unexpected way—definitely worth a try if you’re up for something different.
Zhi Yuen Lim Thai dessert of tropical fruits with jasmine syrup
To finish, the Thai dessert of tropical fruits with jasmine syrup was a refreshing and zesty treat, perfectly balancing the meal with its light and vibrant flavours.
Lily K mango sticky rice
Cocktails slapped, got mango sticky rice that was very desserty and flavor was on point.
Kayla W
Beyond the menu
Thoughtful touches that elevate date nights and celebratory feasts at Thai Tide.
Sparkling Wine Welcome
Guests attending celebration set menus are welcomed at arrival with two glasses of sparkling wine.
Takeaway Polaroid Keepsake
Guests dining during celebration events receive a takeaway Polaroid photo to commemorate their evening.
Personal Chef Greeting
Chef Ken personally comes out to welcome diners and connect over the culinary experience.
Curated Beverage Pairing Guidance
Staff provide tailored beverage pairings, matching specific wines and signature mocktails directly to each regional dish.
Before you head over
Practical tips on reservations, pairings, and spice profiles for your visit
Book an Early Seating for Special Occasions
Opt for an earlier seating time if pairing dinner with evening plans or celebrating a holiday, ensuring a relaxed pace and timely multi-course service.
Consult Staff for Drink Pairings
Ask staff for beverage pairing recommendations or explore creative mocktails like the Andaman to accompany rich regional dishes.
Check Spice Expectations on Curry Dishes
Be aware that dishes like the charcoal grilled chicken jungle curry prioritize aromatic profile over heat, making it suitable for diners sensitive to spice.
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