Craving Asian food? Pad thai is probably the first dish that comes to mind. What was once considered an exotic specialty has become a true comfort food food for many Warsaw locals. This Thai classic – stir-fried noodles tossed with shrimp, peanuts, and bean sprouts – can now be found in any part of the city.
After sampling dozens of Asian restaurants across Warsaw, we’ll share our picks for the most authentic Pad Thai in town!
Want to dive deeper into Thai cuisine? Check out our guide to Warsaw’s best Thai restaurants.
1. PaTaThai
PaTaThai Powisle brings authentic Thai cuisine to Warsaw’s Powiśle neighborhood. Their Pad Thai combines tamarind, palm sugar, and perfectly cooked rice noodles topped with fresh bean sprouts, peanuts, and herbs.
The menu features both traditional dishes and vegan options, with plant-based versions of classic recipes. While the Pad Thai is their specialty, they also serve excellent wok dishes, including their Khao Pad Tom Yum – a fried rice that captures the spicy-sour flavors of Tom Yum soup.
PaTaThai Powisle features a modern design with traditional Thai elements, and it’s located in the new Elektrownia district.
2. Thai Me Up
Thai Me Up combines traditional Bangkok cooking with local Warsaw tastes. The menu features both familiar Thai dishes and lesser-known specialties, including Tom Yum Talay (seafood soup) and Pad Kra Prao Talay (stir-fried basil seafood).
The chef uses family recipes and fresh ingredients, though they’ve adjusted the spice levels to suit European tastes.
Their Pad Thai balances sweet and sour notes perfectly, bringing authentic Thai street food to Warsaw. With 32zł lunch specials and a warm atmosphere, it’s an ideal spot to explore Thai cuisine.
3. WHY THAI
Among Warsaw’s Thai restaurants, WHY THAI stands out for its authenticity, recognized by the Royal Thai Embassy for its traditional flavors.
Their Pad Thai demonstrates why this spot has earned such high praise – each plate arrives with perfectly cooked rice noodles in a balanced tamarind-palm sugar sauce, topped with crisp bean sprouts and crushed peanuts.
The restaurant’s interior combines European modern style with Thai elements – warm lighting, natural wood, and traditional artwork create an intimate setting without relying on stereotypical decor.
4. SIAM GARDEN
Located in Warsaw’s Saxon Garden, SIAM Garden features wood details, plants, and gentle lighting, creating a warm setting suitable for both intimate dinners and celebrations.
The Pad Thai here stands out – tamarind-flavored rice noodles are wok-fried to achieve the right texture, topped with fresh bean sprouts and crushed peanuts. The dish stays true to Thai flavors while remaining approachable for local diners.
Chef Dodo, who trained at several restaurants overseas, focuses on quality ingredients and traditional preparation methods in his Thai dishes.
5. inAzia
InAzia, located in the Sheraton Grand Warsaw Hotel, offers modern Asian dining in an elegantly refined space. Dramatic lighting and large windows create a sophisticated atmosphere where Chef Marcin Sasin and his team craft exceptional cuisine.
The restaurant’s Pad Thai is delicious! The kitchen also specializes in grilled dishes, including New Zealand lamb and fresh seafood prepared on their robata grill.
InAzia’s ambitious pricing – often double that of other upscale Asian restaurants in Warsaw – reflects its position as the city’s most premium Asian dining venue.
While there’s no shortage of Thai spots in Warsaw, these restaurants truly nail what makes a great Pad Thai – from the perfectly chewy noodles to that sweet-sour-savory balance we all crave. Stop by any of these places when you need your noodle fix – you won’t be disappointed.
