
Mantanah Thai Cuisine, South Norwood
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Quick info
About Mantanah Thai Cuisine, South Norwood
Mantanah Thai Cuisine is a small Thai restaurant on Unit 2 in South Norwood, run by the manager/owner and serving a focused menu of Thai classics. The kitchen turns out dishes such as Thai green curry, pad Thai and beef phad thai, alongside banana fritters and a midnight curry option for later in the evening. Vegan options are available across the menu, and the kitchen also prepares food for takeaway through Deliveroo. Service is counter-style for collection and delivery, with the dining room seating a limited number of covers at a time. Orders go directly through the team, who handle the counter, the cooking and the front of house themselves.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- AccessibilityWheelchair: seating
- Good for kidsGood for kids
- DietaryVegetarian options
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Menu & Prices
99 dishes · mains £2–26- Chicken Satay (P)£7.95
- Prawn Crackers (C)£3.50
- Vegetable Spring Rolls (G, S) (V)£6.50
- Edamame Beans (V)£5.50
- Veg Tempura (G) (V)£7.50
- Salt & Pepper Wings (S, Mo , C)£8.50
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention thai green curry, pad thai, banana fritters and midnight curry.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention thai green curry, pad thai, banana fritters and midnight curry.
Customer Review Summary
The clear center reviewers return to is the food's authenticity and freshness, with several calling it the most genuine Thai cuisine they've tried in the area. Diners single out specific dishes repeatedly, including the Thai green curry, described by one as exceptional, the Pad Thai, and the midnight curry, which one reviewer called the best curry they'd had, while banana fritters are singled out as a finisher. Service earns consistent praise, with several reviews noting how welcoming and friendly the staff are, and one reviewer highlighting that the owner runs the floor with visible passion. The atmosphere is described in plain, reviewer-supplied terms as comfortable and cosy, and several mention good value for the experience. Reviewers also point to a strong range of vegan options. No recurring complaints appear across the feedback, though one delivery order is noted as arriving quickly and hot, an experience that prompted the reviewer to order again.
Customer Review Summary
The clear center reviewers return to is the food's authenticity and freshness, with several calling it the most genuine Thai cuisine they've tried in the area. Diners single out specific dishes repeatedly, including the Thai green curry, described by one as exceptional, the Pad Thai, and the midnight curry, which one reviewer called the best curry they'd had, while banana fritters are singled out as a finisher. Service earns consistent praise, with several reviews noting how welcoming and friendly the staff are, and one reviewer highlighting that the owner runs the floor with visible passion. The atmosphere is described in plain, reviewer-supplied terms as comfortable and cosy, and several mention good value for the experience. Reviewers also point to a strong range of vegan options. No recurring complaints appear across the feedback, though one delivery order is noted as arriving quickly and hot, an experience that prompted the reviewer to order again.
Featured reviews
- asha gilbert
“Absolutely amazing food, so full of authentic flavour. Every meal I have here is amazing and the staff are really friendly and wonderful too. Really brilliant range of vegan options too”
- Lynne Dixon
“A nice spot with a comfortable atmosphere. The food was well-prepared and satisfying. Service was polite and made the visit enjoyable.”
- Betty Mann
“Went with my dad for some food. Old man got beef phad thai and I had the midnight curry. Best curry I’ve had. Highly recommended. Pim was so friendly and accommodating. Definitely coming again!”
- Steve Greenwood
“Lovely food, really good welcome from staff and good value.”
- Ella Wood
“Love the fresh ingredients. Delicious authentic Thai cuisine. Only had as a takeaway and the food never dissapoints. Can't wait to actually eat at the restaurant itself!”
Highlights
- Popular for dinner
- Popular for solo dining
- Healthy options
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Accepts reservations
- Delivery
- Takeout
- Dine-in
- Good for kids
Show more amenities
- Vegetarian options
- Alcohol
- Cozy
- Beer
- Coffee
- Late-night food
- Offerings· 4
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Small plates
- Wine
- Planning· 1
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Dining options· 3
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Table service
- Facilities· 1
- Restroom
- Popular for· 1
- Solo dining
- Atmosphere· 2
- Casual
- Romantic
- Crowd· 1
- Groups
Location
Thai restaurants near Mantanah Thai Cuisine, South Norwood
- Cher Thai Eatery4.87215.5 mi away£20–30
pad thai, vegan dish modifications, summer rolls
- 5.8 mi away£20–30
soft-shell crab, lamb shank massaman curry, tom yum seafood soup
- 6.5 mi away
pad thai, som tum, duck dishes
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mantanah Thai Cuisine, South Norwood | 4.4212 | — | £20–30 | thai green curry, pad thai, banana fritters |
| Cher Thai Eatery | 4.8721 | 5.5 mi away | £20–30 | pad thai, vegan dish modifications, summer rolls |
| Phakoon Thai Kitchen - Earlsfield | 4.7296 | 5.8 mi away | £20–30 | soft-shell crab, lamb shank massaman curry, tom yum seafood soup |
| Pad Thai Story (Wandsworth) | 4.4490 | 6.5 mi away | — | pad thai, som tum, duck dishes |
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