Unexpected Little Gems! 10 Thai and Vietnamese Restaurants in Shibuya Discover Oishii Japan -SAVOR JAPAN -Japanese Restaurant Guide-

Update-date: Jan 30 2020

Author: SAVOR JAPAN

Unexpected Little Gems! 10 Thai and Vietnamese Restaurants in Shibuya

Did you know that there are lots of authentic Thai and Vietnamese restaurants in Shibuya? This article showcases 10 of these restaurants that you can visit either alone or with your friends.

See full listings of Thai restaurants found in and around Shibuya.

1. Gapao Shokudo

Gapao Shokudo sits in Sakuragaoka-cho. Starting from their signature dish, the [Kaphrao Rice], the menu comprises of lots of super filling and popular Thai dishes loaded with spices. While following traditional recipes, the Thai chef adapts all the dishes to meet Japanese tastes. As for the interior, it combines the design of an Asian resort with modern Japanese elements, which creates a stylish atmosphere that would be perfect for a date.

Gapao Shokudo

Open: Lunch 11:30 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:30 pm), Dinner 6:00 pm - 11:30 pm (Food L.O. 10:30 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: 3,001 JPY - 3,500 JPY
Address: 1F, Shibuya Coop, 14-10, Sakuragaoka-cho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo (Map)
Source: hitosara (Japanese)

2. Pappon Kitchen

If you want to taste the same Thai food that Thai locals regularly have, pick Pappon Kitchen. It's a tiny restaurant on the 2nd floor of a building in Udagawa-cho at the end of Center-gai, but it's so good that it was featured for 3 consecutive years on the Tokyo edition of a world-renowned food guide. Here, you'll find true Thai food like [Fune Soba], a specialty sold in the floating markets of Thailand, which consists of rice noodles served with beef bone soup mixed with pork blood. They use fermented seafood seasonings to faithfully recreate the original flavors of Thai cuisine. Don't miss this chance to dive deep into the world of Thai food!

Pappon Kitchen

Open: Lunch from 12:00 pm until they run out of ingredients, Dinner 6:00 pm - 11:30 pm (L.O. 10:30 pm)
Closed: Sunday
Average price: 2,501 JPY - 3,000 JPY
Address: 2F, Papier Bldg., 41-26, Udagawa-cho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo (Map)
Source: hitosara (Japanese)

3. Hanoi no Hoi-san

In the middle of the slope that leads to Sakuragaoka, you'll find this Vietnamese pho restaurant. Pho, a type of soul food for Vietnamese people, is served here in a cafe-style space. The key ingredient is their homemade soup made without chemical seasonings of any sort. Apart from chicken pho, wherein chicken bones stewed for 12 hours in the so-called "ga soup," you'll get to taste several other versions of pho. Plus, the menu includes many more Vietnamese regional specialties, as well as Vietnamese beers and wines that it's a great option for a casual dinner.

HANOI no Hoi-san

Open: [Monday - Saturday] Lunch 11:30 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:30 pm), Dinner 5:30 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm)
[Sunday] Lunch 11:30 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:30 pm)

Address: Kyoei Bldg., 17-6, Sakuragaoka-cho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo (Map)
Source: hitosara (Japanese)

4. Kaithong Tokyo Shibuya

A super popular restaurant specializing in khao man gai (chicken rice) in Bangkok, the capital of Thailand, has opened in Japan under the name "Kaithong"! Their superb [Khao Man Gai] (800 JPY) is a simple dish with a surprisingly rich flavor. The chicken meat placed on top of tasty jasmine rice cooked in chicken soup is super tender and moist. You eat it together with an original sauce made from black vinegar miso and fermented soy sauce. It comes with soup, and you're free to spice up with coriander as much as you like. Don't go too late, or you'll risk finding it closed because they ran out of ingredients!

Kaithong Tokyo Shibuya

Open: [Lunch] 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
[Dinner] 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm *Closes when the chicken runs out
Closed: None

Address: 1F, 3-15-2, Shibuya, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo (Map)
Source: hitosara (Japanese)

5. Dao Thai Shibuya Niku Yokocho Branch

An authentic Thai izakaya (Japanese pub), which has its main branch in Asagaya, opened a new store on the 2nd floor of Chitose Kaikan in Shibuya Niku Yokocho. Prepared by the famed Chef Inson, the colorful dishes served here conquered the hearts of many people. Part of their charm surely lies in the reasonable prices: for example, courses including a 120-minute all-you-can-drink plan start from as little as 3,500 JPY! Plus, there are special dishes only available in the Niku Yokocho branch, such as the [Gai Yang], chicken grilled Thai style. The interiors look exactly like a typical Thai food stall, so it's a lovely place for a lively dinner with your friends!

Dao Thai Shibuya Niku Yokocho Branch

Open: [Sunday - Thursday] 5:00 pm - 12:00 am (L.O. 11:00 pm)
[Friday, Saturday] 5:00 pm - 2:00 am (L.O. 1:30 am)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: 2,001 JPY - 2,500 JPY
Address: 2F, Chitose Kaikan, 13-8, Udagawa-cho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo (Map)
Source: hitosara (Japanese)

6. THAI FOOD PUB CONROW

Hidden underground, near the Dogenzaka-ue police box, you will find a Thai food pub called “CONROW.” Famous for its reasonably-priced small dishes that you can order with several Asian liquors, such as the herb-filled [Fresh Spring Rolls] (580 JPY), this restaurant is always packed with customers. Starting from Thai beers like Singha and Chang, the drinks menu offers all sorts of Thai liquors, including whiskies and cocktails. Above all, make sure you take a sip of their [Thailand Mojito] (700 JPY), made with plenty of Thai herbs.

THAI FOOD PUB CONROW

Open: [Monday - Saturday] Lunch 11:30 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:30 pm), Dinner 5:30 pm - 12:30 am (L.O. 11:30 pm)
[Sunday] Lunch 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:30 pm), Dinner 5:00 pm - 11:30 pm (L.O. 10:30 pm)
Closed: None
Address: B1F, Dogenzaka Sankus Bldg., 5-20, Maruyama-cho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo (Map)
Source: hitosara (Japanese)

7. Sathaban Wijai Ahan Thai

This restaurant is insatiable when it comes to seeking new ideas for delicious Thai dishes. In its interiors, designed like one of the Western-style houses built in Thailand in the first half of the 20th century, works a chef that polished his skills at the restaurant of a Thai hotel. Its space is small, but the staff's hospitality and the beginner-friendly flavors are genuinely heartwarming. They say their popular [Pu Nim Pad Pong Curry] (shrimp and egg curry stir fry) is a rich, must-try dish that you can only have in high-end restaurants even in Thailand.

Sathaban Wijai Ahan Thai

Open: 11:30 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:30 pm), 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: 3,001 JPY - 3,500 JPY

Address: #102, Shinnan Hiradai Mansion, 24-8, Sakuragaoka-cho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo (Map)
Source: hitosara (Japanese)

8. Asia no Aji

This restaurant in Center-gai offers both Thai and Vietnamese cuisine. The menu includes lots of specialties from various parts of Thailand and Vietnam, along with an [Ethnic Hot Pot] (2,500 JPY, minimum 2 servings), which allows you to pick 2 from the following: tom yum kung, Thai shabu-shabu (sliced meat parboiled with vegetables), and Vietnamese hot pot. The same goes for the drinks menu that, other than beer and shochu (Japanese alcohol), offers local [Glutinous Rice Vodka] (390 JPY) that you need to check out. The extensive lunch menu is worth a try as well.

Asia no Aji

Open: [Monday - Friday] Lunch 11:30 am - 3:30 pm (L.O.), Dinner 5:30 pm - 11:30 pm (L.O. 11:00 pm)
[Saturday, Sunday, National Holidays] 11:30 am - 11:30 pm (L.O. 11:00 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: 1,001 JPY - 1,500 JPY
Address: 28-12, Udagawa-cho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo (Map)
Source: hitosara (Japanese)

9. A Calm

A Calm is a stylish Thai spot in the Shoto area, near one end of the Tokyu Department Store. Everyone is crazy about the elaborate Thai dishes prepared by its Japanese chef. The ground floor is home to seats surrounding an open kitchen, while the underground floor looks like a cozy hideaway equipped with tables. The atmosphere is nice and quiet, perfect for a date or night out with friends. It's open until late at night, so you can enjoy your authentic Thai food and completely forget about the time. Don't miss their daily special lunches available only on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday!

A Calm

Open: [Monday - Thursday] Dinner 6:00 pm - 1:00 am (Food L.O. 11:30 pm)
[Friday - Saturday] Dinner 6:00 pm - 2:00 am (Food L.O. 1:00 am)
[Monday, Wednesday, Friday] Lunch 11:30 am - 2:40 pm (L.O. 2:00 pm)
Closed: Sunday
*Closes on Monday instead if Monday falls on a national holiday.
Average price: 3,501 JPY - 4,000 JPY
Address: B1F - 1F, Shoto Icchome Bldg., 1-26-22, Shoto, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo (Map)
Source: hitosara (Japanese)

10. Chao Thai Shibuya Higashi-guchi Branch

This restaurant made it to the Thai Select, a list of restaurants recognized by the Thai Ministry of Commerce. The Shibuya Higashi-guchi branch is super easy to access, as it is right next to Hikarie. It is very particular about its ingredients, importing vegetables and herbs all the way from Thailand and procuring other ingredients from domestic contract farmers. This is a great option if you want to enjoy [Fresh Spring Rolls] (810 JPY), voluminous and filled with lots of shrimp, and other reasonably-priced reproductions of Thai street food. While you're at it, don't forget to order one of the patissier's handmade sweets - they say they have even offered to the Thai royal family!

Chao Thai Shibuya Higashi-guchi Branch

Open: Lunch 11:30 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:30 pm) *Reservations not available, Dinner 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:30 pm) *Reservations available
Closed: None
Average price: 3,001 JPY - 3,500 JPY
Address: 2-22-10, Shibuya, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo (Map)
Source: hitosara (Japanese)

Disclaimer: All information is accurate at time of publication.