
The King & I Thai Restaurant
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About The King & I Thai Restaurant
The King & I Thai Restaurant is a family-run Thai restaurant in Beckenham, where the owners do the cooking themselves. The dining room is tiny and home-like, and the kitchen uses no MSG. The menu includes prawn panang curry and prawn tempura, so curry and fried starters both feature. Reservations are required, and the restaurant is at 41 Upper Elmers End Rd. Chang beer is available to drink with the meal.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- Good for kidsFamily-friendly
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Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention penang curry, prawn dishes, chicken thai salad and massaman curry.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention penang curry, prawn dishes, chicken thai salad and massaman curry.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often point to the curries, with the prawn panang and Massaman singled out alongside a Penang curry and a pad krapao with well-judged spice. Close behind are the chicken Thai salad, prawn tempura and a duck chef special. Diners describe a front-room, homely feel with friendly service and good value, and one server mentioned his mum cooks in the kitchen with no MSG.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often point to the curries, with the prawn panang and Massaman singled out alongside a Penang curry and a pad krapao with well-judged spice. Close behind are the chicken Thai salad, prawn tempura and a duck chef special. Diners describe a front-room, homely feel with friendly service and good value, and one server mentioned his mum cooks in the kitchen with no MSG.
Featured reviews
- Stan Fedin
“Had a nice meal here including the duck cheff special. Certain charm of a tucked away place as well as rare opportunity to enjoy more of a quiet / private atmosphere.”
- Louise Fedina
“Absolutely divine experience, the food service and atmosphere are fantastic. Highly recommend”
- Ron M
“The food, the service and the authentic Thai atmosphere were all excellent. Thoroughly enjoyed my evening”
- Hannah Sierp
“Enjoyed a beautiful meal at The King & I tonight. The service was so friendly, welcoming and funny. The decor is beautiful and cosy - there’s lots to look at and the space was warm and inviting. The food tasted authentic, perfectly spiced and really delicious. Great value. Will definitely be back!”
- Josh Green
“Great little local restaurant. Like you're eating in someone's front room. Super authentic and tasty food. Really friendly service. Good prices. Portions are good and most importantly the food is excellent - the Penang curry was my favourite but I also appreciated the level of spice in the pad krapao.”
Hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
- Popular for dinner
- Popular for solo dining
Amenities
- Accepts reservations
- Outdoor seating
- Delivery
- Takeout
- Dine-in
- Family-friendly
Show more amenities
- Alcohol
- Cozy
- Onsite services
- Beer
- Coffee
- Late-night food
- Dining options· 6
- Dinner
- Catering
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
- Offerings· 2
- Hard liquor
- Wine
- Popular for· 1
- Solo dining
- Atmosphere· 1
- Casual
- Facilities· 1
- Restroom
- Crowd· 1
- Groups
- Planning· 2
- Reservations required
- Dinner reservations recommended
Location
Thai restaurants near The King & I Thai Restaurant
- 1.3 mi£20–30
thai green curry, pad thai, banana fritters
- Thai Andaman London4.92944.5 mi
mango sticky rice, pad thai, papaya salad
- Giggling Squid - Chislehurst4.51,4605 mi£20–70
starters, cocktails, birthday celebration
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The King & I Thai Restaurant | 4.3168 | — | £30–40 | penang curry, prawn dishes, chicken thai salad |
| Mantanah Thai Cuisine, South Norwood | 4.4212 | 1.3 mi | £20–30 | thai green curry, pad thai, banana fritters |
| Thai Andaman London | 4.9294 | 4.5 mi | — | mango sticky rice, pad thai, papaya salad |
| Giggling Squid - Chislehurst | 4.51,460 | 5 mi | £20–70 | starters, cocktails, birthday celebration |
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