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Thai Pothong Restaurant

294 King St, Newtown NSW 2042, Australia

Recommended by 18 people

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Find Thai Pothong Restaurant

294 King St, Newtown NSW 2042, Australia

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+61 2 9550 6277
HoursMonday: 12:00 – 3:30 PM, 5:30 – 10:00 PM Tuesday: 12:00 – 3:30 PM, 5:30 – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 12:00 – 3:30 PM, 5:30 – 10:00 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 3:30 PM, 5:30 – 10:00 PM Friday: 12:00 – 3:30 PM, 5:30 – 11:00 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 3:30 PM, 5:30 – 11:00 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 3:30 PM, 5:30 – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Thai Pothong Restaurant

Long a King Street staple, this multi-level Newtown institution runs large-scale Thai dining with remarkable precision. Tables fill quickly across both floors for banquet spreads—think fragrant duck red curry, chilli-fried barramundi, and crunchy soft-shell crab alongside flat-rate, bottomless steamed jasmine rice. Locals regularly book out the space for milestone celebrations, treated to table balloons, singing staff, complimentary desserts, and keepsakes straight from the venue's craft shop under the watchful eye of towering scrap-metal Transformers.

  • Milestone celebration perks: Celebrations score festive perks like table balloons, staff singing, complimentary fruit sundae desserts, souvenir photos, and keepsakes from the craft shop.
  • Spacious multi-level dining: Multi-level dining halls easily absorb banquet crowds and walk-ins with swift floor service.
  • Banquet spreads with bottomless rice: Shared feasts pair signature curries and stir-fries with unlimited steamed jasmine rice refills for $4 per person.
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Why Choose Thai Pothong Restaurant

Why groups and celebrations consistently choose Thai Pothong for seamless dining in Newtown

  • Full-Turnkey Birthday Celebrations

    Milestone occasions are elevated with complimentary table balloons, staff group singing, birthday dessert sundaes, and commemorative photos.

    Table setting balloons & staff singing Birthday song when serving desserts 10/10👍🏻

    BELINDA CHOI

  • Signature Souvenir Gifts and Photos

    Every birthday guest receives a surprise physical souvenir gift sourced straight from the integrated craft shop at no extra charge.

    the highlight is the staff singing happy birthday, taking professional photos and giving a gift to the birthday girl/boy - all for no extra charge.

    Vanessa Leyshon

  • Spacious Multi-Level Group Seating

    An expansive multi-level layout and organized two-lane intake system accommodate large parties and walk-in groups comfortably.

    the restaurant is spacious and suitable for big group

    Devy Susanty

  • Paced Banquet Service for Large Gatherings

    Dedicated floor staffing ensures high-volume banquet service and large party orders arrive quickly and smoothly.

    We were a big group of 13 people, the service was wonderful, all staff were very friendly and accommodating. Food came so quickly and was great!

    Holly Black

  • Unlimited Tableside Rice Refills

    Diners can pair robust banquet curries and stir-fries with bottomless steamed jasmine rice refilled tableside for a flat $4 per guest.

    unlimited rice for $4 per person and was served in a beautiful container. Staff were amazing, too, in refilling the rice on our plates when it was getting low or was empty.

    J Fong

  • Generous Banquet-Sized Portions

    Vast banquet portions and generous main dishes easily satisfy shared feasts, complemented by thoughtful takeaway packing.

    Got the massamam curry and was so tasty. One serving can feed two average size people with a rice side dish. We ordered 2 and Couldn’t finish the food.

    M Anon

Signature dishes and group feasts praised by diners

  • Tom Yum Prawn Soup

    The fresh prawns and button mushrooms were of excellent quality and made the soup truly satisfying.

    Food Mahir & Gardening Ideas

  • Massaman Beef Curry

    Got the massamam curry and was so tasty. One serving can feed two average size people with a rice side dish.

    M Anon

  • Duck Red Curry

    The duck red curry was truly a wow. Flavours were very balanced and love the fact we could specify the level of spiciness, which added to the joy in the dining experience.

    J Fong

  • Phuket Banquet

    We had the $55 Phuket banquet (the staff handled a few allergies sensitively & extremely well regarding the options for the banquet).

    Peter Bamford

Beyond the menu

Memorable hospitality gestures and celebration touches that elevate group dining at Thai Pothong.

  • Table Balloons and Staff Birthday Singing

    Staff celebrate guest milestones at no extra charge by singing Happy Birthday and decorating the party table with celebratory balloons.

  • Complimentary Birthday Dessert and Candle Ritual

    Milestone celebrants receive a surprise complimentary birthday dessert, such as an ice cream sundae or cake topped with candles.

  • Celebration Photography and Email Keepsake

    Birthday parties receive an on-the-spot group celebration photo taken by staff, which is emailed to the recipient after the meal.

  • Handcrafted Souvenir Gift to Take Home

    Honourees are gifted a physical souvenir to take home, such as a ceramic keepsake or present chosen directly from the venue's gift shop.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I book a table in advance?

Yes, reservations are accepted and strongly recommended because the restaurant regularly draws queues. Walk-ins can join a separate dedicated queue at peak times, but booking ahead ensures smoother seating in the multi-level dining rooms.

How does the restaurant handle birthday celebrations?

Thai Pothong features a signature celebration service including balloons on the table, staff singing Happy Birthday, a complimentary dessert, photos, and a souvenir gift to take home.

How does the rice service work?

Steamed jasmine rice is offered with unlimited refills for a flat rate of $4 per person, and staff circulate to top up plates and containers.

Are the portions suitable for sharing, and can leftovers be packed to go?

Dishes are prepared in generous sharing portions, making them ideal for family-style dining and large groups. Any leftover mains and curries can be packed in separate takeaway containers.

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