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Ying Thai 2

110 Lygon St, Carlton VIC 3053, Australia

Recommended by 22 people

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110 Lygon St, Carlton VIC 3053, Australia

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+61 3 9639 1697
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM Friday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Ying Thai 2

A long-running Carlton fixture, Ying Thai 2 serves bold, uncompromised Thai comfort food built around rich aromatics and fiery wok heat. Longtime regulars rely on the kitchen for signature yellow curry crab, sharp tom yum, and crisp moo ping fresh off the grill. The dining room runs fast and tight, packed with university students and shared platters of spicy basil pork and crunchy yum sam grob. Diners can fine-tune heat levels to taste across the stir-fries and curries, and daytime visitors can drop in for wallet-friendly midday noodle and rice specials.

  • Customizable heat levels: Kitchen staff let guests tailor the spice intensity on cooked dishes to suit milder tastes or fire-seekers.
  • Yellow curry crab: Signature Poo Pud Pong Karee delivers rich yellow curry laden with tender crab meat.
  • Weekday lunch specials: Midday diners can pick up value-focused set plates priced between $16 and $18.
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Why Dine at Ying Thai 2

Why locals, students, and Thai food lovers consistently choose Ying Thai 2 on Lygon Street.

  • Authentic, Flavor-Packed Seafood Curries

    Signature dishes like the yellow crab curry deliver rich, traditional seasoning and hearty seafood that draw diners back repeatedly.

    It was absolutely delicious and packed with so much flavour.

    พิชัย อุบลครุฑ

  • Tailored Heat Levels to Your Palate

    Kitchen staff adjust the heat across stir-fries and soups so diners can enjoy regional recipes tailored precisely to their spice tolerance.

    you can choose your preferred level of spiciness, so the food can be adjusted to your taste.

    Kheng Tan

  • Generous Portions Built for Sharing

    Substantial serving sizes on stir-fries, curries, and noodle dishes make it easy to sample a wide table spread without overspending.

    Food we ordered were quite yummy and generously portioned.

    bbjang3397

  • Welcoming Gathering Spot for Groups

    The dining room and extensive multi-dish menu provide an inviting, straightforward environment for group meals with friends and family.

    Good for family and friends. Staffs were friendly. Services were good.

    Aris Limiarto

  • Budget-Friendly Lygon Street Lunch Specials

    Dedicated midday menus priced between $16 and $18 give Carlton visitors and university students an affordable, swift midday option.

    Lunchtime menu has $16-$18 meals which is pretty good value.

    Mo Bamba

  • Swift Service for Convenient Daytime Dining

    Located close to the university and local residences, the venue provides prompt seating and quick turnaround during daytime trading hours.

    Service is fast but the tables are small with narrow walking space

    Shereen

Signature Thai classics that keep guests returning

  • Yellow Curry Crab

    Our go to dish here is the yellow curry crab ($37.90). Which I believe is one of their signature dishes.

    J P

  • Tom Yum

    Tong yum is spicy and lots of lemon grass, lime, chilli, spicy tangy deliciousness! Must try!

    Adrian Chew

  • Crispy Pork Skin Salad (Yum Sam Grop)

    One of my favorites are the Crispy Pork Skin Salad (Yum Sam Grop) and their Pad Thai! So sooo good

    Arthur Jonathan

  • Crab Omelette

    The crab omelette was fluffy and delicious

    Mo Bamba

Other favorites

Sides, starters, and beverages to complement your Thai meal

  • Coconut Rice

    I had the most delicious coconut rice ever!

    Manar

  • Thai Milk Tea

    For drinks, I enjoyed the Thai Milk Tea and Iced Lemon Tea, both refreshing complements to the meal.

    Sean Han

  • Pandan Chicken

    The pandan chicken and crab cakes were yummy!

    Adrian Chew

  • Moo Ping

    while the moo ping was simple but very enjoyable — smoky, slightly sweet, and easy to keep eating.

    Paul Leong

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful touches and guest accommodations at Ying Thai 2

  • Tailored Spiciness Levels

    Diners can tailor the heat level of their dishes to suit their exact heat tolerance rather than being tied to fixed kitchen spice defaults.

  • Midday Lunch Specials

    Midday diners can take advantage of dedicated lunch value sets priced between $16 and $18, offering an accessible daytime alternative to dinner pricing.

  • Cash Payment Savings

    Guests settling their bill with cash receive an immediate 5% discount on their total order.

  • Proactive Tableware Replacement

    Attentive floor staff actively inspect table settings and immediately replace any marked or spotted tableware without prompting.

Before you head over

Helpful guidance on payment, heat levels, and timing your visit to Ying Thai 2

  • Bring cash for payment and savings

    Ying Thai 2 provides a 5% discount when paying with cash, and some diners report card restrictions, so bringing cash helps you avoid ATM withdrawal fees.

  • Specify your heat tolerance

    Dishes pack authentic heat—even medium spice can be quite spicy—so tailor your chili level upon ordering to suit your personal tolerance.

  • Visit during lunch for value specials

    Midday dining is less crowded than dinner and features dedicated value specials between $16 and $18, making it ideal for groups or quicker meals.

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