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The Mortlake

90 Mortlake Rd, Warrnambool VIC 3280, Australia

Recommended by 26 people

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90 Mortlake Rd, Warrnambool VIC 3280, Australia

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+61 3 5534 8797
HoursMonday: 4:30 – 10:00 PM Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 3:30 PM, 4:30 – 10:00 PM Thursday: 11:00 AM – 3:30 PM, 4:30 – 10:00 PM Friday: 11:00 AM – 3:30 PM, 4:30 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 11:00 AM – 3:30 PM, 4:30 – 10:00 PM Sunday: 11:00 AM – 3:30 PM, 4:30 – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About The Mortlake

Hearty Thai comfort hits the table in Warrnambool, packing punchy aromatics and generous portions meant for sharing. Diners frequently box up leftovers after working through comforting plates of Khao Soi, rich Choo-chee fish, and wok-tossed Pad See Ew. The room keeps background volume low enough for easy conversation while staff quietly swap dropped forks and refresh water carafes before you even think to wave them down. Settle into a table for tender char lamb cutlets alongside pineapple fried rice.

  • Generous, shareable portions: Heaped platters of stir-fries, curries, and noodle dishes routinely supply extra portions to take home.
  • Anticipatory hospitality: Waitstaff intuitively replace dropped cutlery, refill water carafes unprompted, and track diner dietary needs across repeat visits.
  • Conversational acoustic ease: A relaxed dining room balances warm interior decor with moderate soundtrack volume calibrated for unhurried conversation.
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Why Dine at The Mortlake

Discover why locals and road-trippers make The Mortlake their preferred Thai destination in Warrnambool.

  • Generous Servings & Hearty Portions

    Diners enjoy generous, flavorful plates of Thai classics with substantial servings of meat and fresh vegetables that routinely yield leftovers.

    Generous portion of vegetables & meat. Not too expensive, good quality Thai dishes.

    Anthon Suringa

  • Authentic, Memory-Evoking Thai Flavors

    Dishes are prepared with authentic seasoning and recipes that evoke genuine memories of dining in Thailand.

    The food is absolutely delicious, offering an authentic taste of Thai cuisine. Having visited Thailand last September, we’ve developed a deep love for Thai food and culture, and this restaurant brought back wonderful memories of that trip.

    Dai Trang Nguyen Thi

  • Intuitive & Anticipatory Table Care

    Diners receive intuitive hospitality where dropped cutlery is swapped out and water carafes are replenished without asking.

    He also brought me a new fork when i dropped on the floor without me asking!!

    Putu Arya

  • Attentive, Memory-Driven Hospitality

    Warm staff recognize returning patrons and proactively remember specific dietary requirements such as gluten intolerances across visits.

    The kindness of the lady waiting on us was exceptional and she even remembered us from over a week ago to the extent that she knew my wife's gluten intolerance.

    Steve Warwick

  • Dependable Regional Travel Destination

    Located along Mortlake Road, the restaurant serves as a reliable culinary stop for travellers moving between Melbourne, Adelaide, and the regional coast.

    The Mortlake Thai Restaurant in Warrnambool is a hidden gem we stumbled upon on our way back from Adelaide to Melbourne.

    Dai Trang Nguyen Thi

  • Calibrated Dining Acoustics

    A balanced soundscape and thoughtful internal setting make it seamless to hold effortless conversation over dinner.

    Everything was perfect, from the decorations, sound levels of music (making conversations easy cook of the seafood, and service.

    Elijah Wansi

Signature mains and noodles celebrated by guests

  • Pad Thai

    Even my mum can't resist second helping on the pad thai.

    Traveller Lin

  • Pineapple Fried Rice

    Mains: Pineapple Fried Rice, Lucky Duck and Char Lamb. All meals beautiful.

    Shirley Morgan

  • Khao Soi

    The Khao Soi is also fantastic! Generous portion tho

    Kate Charmsirin

  • Pad See Ew

    Our favourites are the Pad See Ew, Prawn Salad and Pineapple Fried Rice.

    Miz H

Other favorites

Entrees and sides to accompany your meal

  • Spring Rolls

    delicious 'homemade' spring rolls for entree

    Russell Voss

  • Duck Bao Buns

    Entrees: Duck Bao Buns, chicken skewers and spring rolls. All delicious.

    Shirley Morgan

  • Chicken Skewers

    Entrees: Duck Bao Buns, chicken skewers and spring rolls. All delicious.

    Shirley Morgan

  • Steamed Mixed Vegetables

    Choo-chee fish, chicken fried rice & a side of steamed mixed vegetables...& brought half of it home.

    Russell Voss

Beyond the menu

Attentive, thoughtful service touches that elevate dining in Warrnambool

  • Remembered Dietary Needs

    Waitstaff remember returning guests and their specific dietary requirements across visits, recalling a diner's gluten intolerance from a prior week unprompted.

  • Anticipatory Table Care

    Service proactively attends to table needs without prompting, including replacing a dropped fork immediately or refilling table water bottles before being asked.

  • Personal Recognition & Welcome Drinks

    The welcoming owner personally recognizes traveling diners who return across visits and treats them to drinks.

  • Multilingual Family Engagement

    Staff take extra care with families dining during road trips, engaging warmly with children and speaking words in Thai.

Before you head over

Practical advice on portions, dining pace, and dietary accommodations for your visit

  • Order Mindfully for Generous Portions

    Dishes are served in hearty family-style sizes that frequently leave leftovers, so consider pacing your order or bringing containers to take food home.

  • Allow Extra Time During Peak Hours

    The kitchen prepares orders fresh and can experience longer ticket times during peak rushes, so allow extra time when dining during busy dinner hours.

  • Mention Custom Dietary Preferences

    Waitstaff readily accommodate dietary adjustments such as gluten intolerance and custom ingredient requests like extra spring onions.

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