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Thai Twist Café and Restaurant
Spare Ribs
Mentioned multiple times as the best ever had, very appetizing with a capsicum and onion sauce, and highly recommended by several reviewers.
Pad Thai
Highlighted as one of the specially exceptional dishes, praised for its great flavor and quality.
Cashew Curry
Recommended alongside Pad Thai and curry puffs for its flavorful taste and quality.
Curry Puffs
Noted as one of the specially exceptional items on the menu, appreciated for their taste.
Scotch Fillet Steak with Tamarind Sauce
Praised for being cooked to perfection with a delicious tamarind sauce, highly recommended by a reviewer who particularly enjoyed this dish.
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7 AM to 2 PM, 5 to 8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM to 2 PM, 5 to 8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM to 2 PM, 5 to 8:30 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM to 2 PM, 5 to 8:30 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM to 2 PM, 5 to 8:30 PM |
| Sunday | 8 AM to 2 PM |
About Thai Twist Café and Restaurant
Thai Twist Café and Restaurant is a restaurant in Whanganui, New Zealand, serving Thai food along with Asian and European dishes. Reviewers consistently praise the flavorful food, especially green curry, pad thai, pork ribs, curry puffs, and fish curry, along with friendly service and generous portions. The atmosphere is described as casual and cozy, with dine-in and takeout available, and it is used by locals, groups, tourists, and solo diners. The price range is NZ$20 to 30, and reviews often mention good value for the serving sizes.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Coffee
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked questions
What is Thai Twist Café and Restaurant known for?
It is especially known for green curry, which is the most frequently mentioned dish in reviews, along with pork ribs, pad thai, curry puffs, and fish curry. Reviewers repeatedly call the food flavorful and say the portions are generous, so it is often described as a good-value Thai meal in Whanganui.
What dishes are most recommended at Thai Twist Café and Restaurant?
The most recommended dishes are green curry, pad thai, pork ribs, curry puffs, and fish curry, with cashew curry also getting strong praise. Reviewers mention the fish curry for its thinly sliced fillets, the ribs for being exceptionally good, and the curry puffs and pad thai for standout flavor.
What is the atmosphere like at Thai Twist Café and Restaurant?
The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, and not loud, with a spacious dining room and table service. Reviews suggest it works well for groups and family-style meals, but it is also popular for solo dining and quick, relaxed visits.
Is Thai Twist Café and Restaurant good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is NZ$20 to 30, and reviewers often say the servings are large and the food gives good bang for your buck. Several comments mention that the portions are almost too big, which supports the sense that the meals offer solid value for the price.
What should I know about visiting Thai Twist Café and Restaurant at busy times?
Reviewers say service is fast, and one group was quickly seated even on an overnight visit, which suggests it can handle walk-ins efficiently. The restaurant also accepts reservations and has parking available, including free street parking and a free parking lot, which helps for larger groups.
Is parking available at Thai Twist Café and Restaurant?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Is Thai Twist Café and Restaurant kid-friendly?
Yes, Thai Twist Café and Restaurant is good for kids.
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