
Thai River Kwai
📍 Red Lion Yard, Rotherham S60 1QU, UK
About Thai River Kwai
Thai River Kwai is a highly acclaimed restaurant nestled in Red Lion Yard, Rotherham, bringing the vibrant flavours of Thailand to Yorkshire. With an impressive Google rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars, it's celebrated for its truly authentic Thai cuisine, generous portion sizes, and excellent value.
Diners consistently praise the restaurant for delivering tastes that are faithful to those found in Thailand, making it a favourite among enthusiasts of genuine Thai food. The inviting and spotless dining environment, coupled with the friendly and attentive service from the team, ensures a memorable experience. Staff are noted for their helpful recommendations, guiding guests to dishes that perfectly suit their preferences.
Visiting Information
Thai River Kwai welcomes guests seven days a week, operating from 7:00 AM to 12:00 AM daily. For convenience, the restaurant accepts a variety of payment methods including credit cards, debit cards, and NFC payments.
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📍 Red Lion Yard, Rotherham S60 1QU, UK
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Showing 5 of 147 reviews from Google Maps.Last updated 9 February 2026.
Went as a group of 6 for the buffet – it’s best to call the restaurant in advance so they can prepare. Starters were freshly fried and served hot. Main dishes included Pad Thai, Thai curry and tom yum soup, with a choice of steamed or fried rice. The papaya salad was very authentic (quite spicy). Prawns were large and fresh. Desserts included cake, fruit and ice cream, and we were pleasantly surprised with mango sticky rice. Friendly and welcoming owners. Highly recommended. Please call ahead for the buffet.
For those who are big fans of Thai food, as a Thai person, I highly recommend "Thai River Kwai restaurant" in Rotherham. The food was very authentic and tasted the same as it does in Thailand. The portions were really huge and reasonable priced. Worth giving it a try. Richard (owner) was a very friendly chap and he was open to chat about anything. I've been a few times and never once been disappointed.
Visited for the first time tonight after a recommendation from a friend. Fantastic food and great service. Was made very welcome by Rich and he advised us on what food would suit us. Perfectly cooked and will definitely visit again. Highly recommend. Went for a meal but will definitely be trying the Buffet on Friday Sat or Sunday next time to sample even more tasty dishes.
I had an amazing experience at this Thai restaurant and honestly can’t recommend it enough. From the moment I walked in, the place felt spotless and well cared for — the dining area was clean, organized, and very welcoming, which immediately made a great first impression. The hospitality really stood out. The staff were friendly, attentive, and genuinely kind without being overbearing. They made sure everything was just right and were happy to answer questions and offer suggestions, which made the whole experience feel relaxed and enjoyable. Now the food — absolutely incredible. I ordered a curry, and this is coming from someone who normally does not like curry at all. Somehow, this was hands down the best curry I’ve ever had in my life. The flavors were perfectly balanced, rich without being overwhelming, and clearly made with fresh, high-quality ingredients. Every bite was comforting and full of flavor, and it completely changed my opinion on curry. Overall, between the outstanding food, the cleanliness of the restaurant, and the warm hospitality, this place truly exceeded my expectations. I’ll definitely be coming back and recommending it to others — even to people who think they don’t like curry!
Undoubtedly, it's authentic Thai food, truly Thai in flavor 😊 It reminds me of the time I ate food in Thailand. Come here and enjoy the amazing food.