I recently visited this restaurant while in Glasgow and I’m so glad I did! The food was simply delicious, and the presentation was stunning. I loved the beautiful atmosphere of the place – the building itself is a real gem. I wish I could’ve stayed longer to enjoy it all, but a huge thanks for making my dining experience memorable!
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Before you go
- Chef / owner
- Kim Atcharaporn Keawkraikhot and Martin Stead (Chaophraya)
- Opened
- 2012
- Style
- Large contemporary Thai restaurant and cocktail bar in a landmark townhouse
- Setting
- Four floors of The Townhouse, Nelson Mandela Place / Buchanan Street; Grade A listed former Liberal Club (1909)
- Known for
- Europe’s largest Thai restaurant claim, Buddha Balcony for two, sharing Thai banquets, private dining floors
- Signature dishes
- Pad Thai, Thai green curry, lamb massaman, Chaophraya sharing platter
- Good for
- celebrations, group dining, date night balcony, corporate events
- Prices
- Lunch Club about £24–£30 for 2–3 courses; sharing set menus often mid–high £40spp; Buddha Balcony packages from about £60–£110pp depending on menu and day
- Typical spend
- £30–60pp depending on lunch deal vs full sharing menu and drinks
- Lunch
- Lunch Club Sunday–Friday roughly noon–5pm when offered
- Reservations
- Usually needed
- Booking
- Online bookings up to 12 months ahead; phone lines 11am–8pm; wheelchair tables via booking notes
- Book online
- Open booking page
- Dietary tags
- vegan options, gluten-free options, vegetarian options
- Dietary
- Menus include vegan and gluten-free options; full allergen list linked from the contact page
- Groups
- Private spaces: Rama 8–10, Full Moon 10–16, Jasmine Lounge 12–20, Thai Ballroom 20–40, Lower Lounge 20–30 seated / 50–60 standing; full venue hire available
- Kids
- Birthday complimentary dessert when available; own cake allowed (no confetti/poppers)
- Dress code
- Smart casual
- Drinks
- Palm Sugar cocktail bar; bar open later than kitchen
- Service charge
- Optional service charge added to the bill
- Getting there
- About 1 minute from Glasgow Queen Street; about 5 minutes from Central; Buchanan Street subway nearby
- Parking
- City-centre parking; no dedicated restaurant car park
- Also by them
- Chaophraya Leeds; Chaophraya Manchester; Chaophraya Birmingham; other UK Chaophraya sites
- Also
- Phone: 0141 320 0241; glasgow@chaophraya.co.uk; Hours typically Sun–Tue 12–9pm, Wed–Thu 12–9:30pm, Fri–Sat 12–9:45pm (bar later)
Glasgow restaurant
Chaophraya
Opening hours
- Monday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM
- Tuesday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM
- Wednesday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM
- Thursday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM
- Friday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM
- Saturday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM
- Sunday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM
Overview
Chaophraya Glasgow fills The Townhouse on Nelson Mandela Place — a Grade A listed former Liberal Club (later drama school) halfway along Buchanan Street. It opened in July 2012 as Europe’s largest Thai restaurant after a £2.1m fit-out by owners Martin Stead and chef-director Kim Atcharaporn Keawkraikhot (Premier Construction News; VisitScotland). Expect classic and modern Thai across four floors: sharing set menus, lunch club deals, vegan and gluten-free options, cocktails in the Palm Sugar bar, and theatrical private spaces from the Buddha Balcony for two up to a Thai Ballroom for about 40. Lunch Club two/three courses are often around the mid-£20s to £30; sharing sets and balcony packages cost more. Book online up to 12 months ahead. Open roughly noon to 9–9:45pm depending on the day; bar later. Queen Street station is about a one-minute walk; use the Buchanan Street entrance if you need step-free access.
Reviews
I had no idea that Chaophraya was a small chain? I would have never guessed this as my experience from beginning to end was one of quality, quantity, and tranquility. Service was on point, food was fresh and delicious. I can now see why they would expand to other cities in the UK. I personally loved it and I am somewhat of a food snob. ;)
Read on Google MapsAuthentic Thai food in Glasgow - really very nice and delicious. The environment is really good as well. We both went for the 2 courses for £20. I went for the black pepper beef with rice and salt&pepper fried chicken (a tad dry). Husband went for the pork belly pad kra pow rice. Gorgeous!
Read on Google MapsGorgeous restaurant with absolutely delicious food. We had a set meal for 2 and the portions were more generous than expected so ended up taking some home! A bit overpriced in my opinion so would only return on a special occasion. Staff were very nice too.
Read on Google MapsExcellent food, exceptional service and outstanding architecture. Thanks to Zak our server making my wife and I have a memorable visit. Forgot to take the before photos. Mid meal only.
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