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Twelve Spices

197 St Johns Rd, Canley Heights NSW 2166, Australia

Recommended by 41 people

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197 St Johns Rd, Canley Heights NSW 2166, Australia

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+61 2 9609 6212
HoursMonday: 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM Thursday: 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM Friday: 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM Saturday: 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM Sunday: 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Twelve Spices

Canley Heights regulars know Twelve Spices delivers vibrant Lao and Thai cooking packed with serious punch. Charred sai ouah arrives sliced alongside tender grilled ox tongue and herb-laden papaya salad. Takeaway noodle soups come sealed in specialized tin cans that stay piping hot without spilling a single drop. Save room for dessert—the house fried ice cream encases pandan or coconut scoops in crisp pastry shells finished with toasted coconut crumble.

  • Lao and Thai Specialties: Lao sausages (sai ouah) and flame-grilled ox tongue sit alongside traditional curries and stir-fries.
  • Spill-Proof Tin Packaging: Laksa and noodle soups travel in sealed tin cans designed to prevent transit spills and lock in heat.
  • Crispy Fried Ice Cream: Golden phyllo and pastry shells house flavors like coconut, pandan, and black sesame.
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Why Dine at Twelve Spices

Authentic Lao-Thai specialities, innovative tin-sealed delivery, and signature desserts in Canley Heights

  • Spill-Free Tin-Sealed Delivery

    Takeaway laksa and noodle soups arrive sealed in purpose-designed tin cans, maintaining kitchen heat and eliminating transit spills.

    it amazed me that the soup comes from a tin can which make it much fresh and still hot when it arrived in the office.

    Jean Paula Gonzales

  • Authentic Lao and Thai Hybrid Specialities

    The kitchen crafts distinctive regional Lao dishes, including house-made Sai Ouah herb sausages and flame-grilled ox tongue, alongside classic Thai fare.

    Dishes were delicious and just hit you with the flavours of Thailand + Laos as stated by the menu.

    Andrew Nguyen (awks.eats)

  • High-Energy, Attentive Floor Hospitality

    Diners receive warm, attentive guidance with personalized recommendations that elevate a standard dinner into a memorable outing.

    She not only recommended an excellent wine to pair with our meal but also brought incredible energy to the evening.

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  • Welcoming and Genuine Family Atmosphere

    Families and groups enjoy a genuinely hospitable atmosphere backed by swift kitchen turnarounds and thoughtful table care.

    What really stood out was the kindness and hospitality of the owner, who made us feel genuinely welcome and looked after throughout the visit.

    Magat, Ashley John M.

  • Diverse Signature Fried Ice Cream Menu

    Desserts go far beyond standard offerings with an extensive lineup of fried ice cream flavors like pandan, coconut phyllo, mango, and black sesame.

    we were pleasantly surprised by the amount of ice cream flavors available on the menu. Everything from pandan to black sesame to mango to golden gaytime.

    K Youngman

  • Creative and Vibrant Table Presentation

    Dishes are served with thoughtful presentation, including fresh fried rice served directly inside a carved fresh pineapple.

    I was especially impressed by how the fried rice was served inside a halved pineapple, which was such a unique and creative touch.

    Lina Meier

Signature Thai and Lao main dishes loved by regulars

  • Lao Sausages

    Highly recommend the Crispy Chilli Basil Chicken and Lao Sausages, both full of flavour and perfectly cooked.

    Christina

  • Crispy Chilli Basil Chicken

    Highly recommend the Crispy Chilli Basil Chicken and Lao Sausages, both full of flavour and perfectly cooked.

    Christina

  • Massaman Beef Curry

    We ordered the masaman curry of which the beef was extremely tender and just melts in your mouth.

    Seph Se

  • Laksa

    We orders laksas and taste very flavourful. It's one of the best laksas I ever had! And it amazed me that the soup comes from a tin can which make it much fresh and still hot when it arrived in the office.

    Jean Paula Gonzales

Other favorites

Desserts, handcrafted cocktails, and appetizers to complete your meal

  • Coconut Deep Fried Ice Cream

    Coconut flavoured Ice Cream has been encased in a golden Phyllo-based shell that is so crispy yet delicate under the force of the spoon breaking into it.

    Andrew Nguyen (awks.eats)

  • Pineapple Mojito

    a pineapple mojito and lychee Martini hit the spot

    Michelle Jamett

  • Lychee Martini

    a pineapple mojito and lychee Martini hit the spot

    Michelle Jamett

  • Masaman Puffs

    we had the chicken wings and masaman puffs for starter yummmm

    Peter Jeffcoat

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful packaging and dining touches that elevate the experience

  • Heat-Sealed Tin Can Delivery Packaging

    Takeaway soups and laksas arrive in custom-sealed tin cans designed to maintain piping heat and prevent transit spills.

  • Multi-Flavor Artisanal Fried Ice Cream

    Desserts include deep-fried ice cream encased in golden phyllo pastry with distinct flavor choices such as coconut, pandan, black sesame, mango, and golden gaytime.

  • Personalized Menu Guidance and Wine Pairing

    Servers provide tailored dish guidance, bespoke wine pairings, and customized kitchen prep to match personal dining preferences.

  • Attentive Warm-Weather Hospitality

    Staff offer complimentary iced water promptly upon arrival to refresh guests visiting in warm weather.

Before you head over

Actionable advice for ordering and dining at Twelve Spices

  • Order Delivery Soups Without Spill Concerns

    For office lunches or home delivery, ordering noodle soups or laksas is worry-free as broth is packed in sealed tin cans to ensure it arrives hot without spilling in transit.

  • Explore Regional Lao Menu Specialties

    Don't overlook the dedicated Lao specialties on the menu—diners frequently praise regional items like grilled Lao sausage (Sai Ouah) and ox tongue alongside standard curries.

  • Plan Ahead for Fried Ice Cream Flavors

    Save room for dessert to experience the fried ice cream lineup, which features unique rotating flavors including coconut in crispy phyllo, pandan, black sesame, and mango.

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