Thailander is a restaurante tailandês in Cedofeita, Porto. Rated 4.8 stars from 1476 Google reviews. Known for authentic thai cooking, not adapted and generous portions at fair price. Best for dinner with friends and group dining. Ranked #5 of 9 in Cedofeita. Price range: 15 - 20 €.
Thailander
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Quick Verdict
Yes. Locals return because the food's proper, the prices don't insult you, and the kitchen actually listens to what you order.
Book if you want genuine Thai food without the tourist markup, or you're dining in a group on a Friday or Saturday night.
About Thailander
Thailander is a casual Thai restaurant in Cedofeita that doesn't pretend to be anything it's not — it's a straightforward kitchen doing proper Thai food at €15–20 a head. Walk in and you'll find a spot full of locals and travellers who've figured out it's where to get proper Thai food in Porto. The menu runs deep (Khao Soi, pork laab gai, proper Tom Yum) and the kitchen respects your spice tolerance — order level 5 if you want actual heat, or ask them to dial it back. Reviewers who've eaten in Thailand itself come back saying it's Thai food, unadjusted for local tastes. Service is attentive without fussing; staff ask how everything is and genuinely care about allergies and preferences. The mango sticky rice arrives as advertised — ripe mango, creamy rice, coconut sauce that lingers. Portions are generous. It fills by dinner time, especially weekends, but that's because word's out.
What Stands Out
Authentic Thai cooking, not adapted
Multiple reviewers noted the food tastes genuinely Thai: 'The flavours were PERFECT and truly authentic, not adapted for foreign palates.' One Thai diner confirmed: 'I can tell that the food tastes quite authentic Thai.' Tom Yum praised for 'balance between picante, ácido and aromático' with 'intense and genuine' flavour.
Generous portions at fair price
Reviewers consistently mention value: 'Two people can eat well for €10–15 each.' The €14.50 set with spring rolls, curry, and drink is cited as '物美价廉' (good value). Executive lunch menu noted as 'ótimas opções pelo preço.'
Service that actually pays attention
'Service was wonderful, very lovely people.' 'Staff is very pleasant and attentive at all times to make sure you are doing well.' Kitchen adjusts spice levels on request and staff 'were concerned the whole time, asking if everything was okay.' Noted for handling allergies and gluten-free options seriously.
What Customers Say
Food was amazing but the service was wonderful, very lovely people.
Fantastic green chicken curry excellent friendly service can’t fault the food
The portions were really generous, and the service was quick.
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Practical Information
Contact
R. Das Oliveiras 45, 4050-449 Porto, Portugal
+351 22 099 5072Frequently Asked Questions about Thailander
It's the real thing. Reviewers who've eaten in Thailand find the food here comparable. The kitchen doesn't water down spice or flavour for foreign palates. Order Tom Yum level 5 if you want actual heat, or ask them to adjust. One Thai diner confirmed: 'I can tell that the food tastes quite Thai.'
Reservations are recommended (the venue accepts them), especially for dinner and weekends. No online booking system, so call or arrive early. Full by 8pm on Saturdays, standing room by 9pm.
€15–20 per person for a full meal. The executive lunch menu offers better value. A set with spring rolls, curry, and drink runs €14.50. Thai iced tea (3.5€) comes up in reviews; diners note it's not cloying.
Pad Thai (described as 'perfectly balanced, fresh, full of flavour'), mango sticky rice ('out of this world'), spring rolls ('the best I've tried'), green chicken curry, and Tom Yum soup. Khao Soi and pork laab gai are on the menu if you want less common Thai dishes.
Yes. Multiple reviewers mention gluten-free options and the kitchen's attention to allergies. Staff ask about dietary needs and take them seriously — one reviewer noted 'they were concerned about your allergies, something that's appreciated.'
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