Thai Restaurants in
Aberdeen — 2026

📊 Market Snapshot

Thai businesses: 6 Thai businesses (5 dine-in, 1 takeaway)
Population: 202,000
Avg Hygiene Rating: ★★ 2.3/5 (FSA data)
UK Share: 0.4% of all 1,594 UK Thai businesses
Market: Moderate — balanced

🍜 Top Rated

NameTypePostcodeFSA Hygiene
ROYAL THAI RESTAURANTrestaurantAB11 6HD⭐⭐⭐
MADAME MEWS THAI CAFErestaurantAB10 1SB⭐⭐⭐
CHAOPHRAYA / CHAO BOUTIQUErestaurantAB10 1HB⭐⭐⭐
THAIKHUNrestaurantAB11 5RG⭐⭐⭐
KOI THAI RESTAURANTrestaurantAB25 2XN
Bhan ThaitakeawayAB10 1TX

6 FSA-registered Thai businesses · ★★☆☆☆ average hygiene rating · 0.4% of UK total

Data updated: 2026-06-04

Market Position Moderate competition Competition

  • vs UK Average: Aberdeen accounts for 0.4% of all 1,594 FSA-registered Thai businesses.
  • Competition Level: Moderate competition
6
Total Thai Businesses
5
Dine-in Restaurants
1
Takeaways
★★☆☆☆
Avg Hygiene Rating

Market Overview

Aberdeen has **6 Thai food businesses** serving a population of approximately **202,000**. That's **3.0 Thai businesses per 100,000 residents** — below the UK average of 5.1/100k. The market is **moderately competitive — healthy balance of supply and demand**. Note: Scottish ratings use the FHIS scheme (Pass/Improvement Required) converted to numeric equivalents for comparison. Scottish cities typically show lower numeric averages than English cities — this reflects the scheme difference, not necessarily lower standards.

Per-Capita Density
3.0/100k
UK avg: 5.1/100k (-2.1)
Hygiene Rating
★★☆☆☆
UK avg: ★★★★☆ (-1.9)

Dine-in vs Takeaway Split

83% of Thai food businesses in Aberdeen are dine-in restaurants (5), while 17% are takeaways (1).

This split matters for market entry strategy: a takeaway-heavy market suggests delivery-first demand; restaurant-dominant markets suggest eat-in culture.

How Aberdeen Compares

**vs London:** Aberdeen has 1.5% of London's 401 Thai businesses, with 2.3% of London's population.

**vs UK total:** Aberdeen accounts for 0.4% of all 1,594 FSA-registered Thai businesses across the UK.

What This Means for Operators

If you're considering opening a Thai restaurant in Aberdeen, the data suggests this is a balanced market — differentiation will be key. Use our operating costs guide to model the numbers, and check the full city comparison to see how Aberdeen stacks up against other cities.

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CHAOPHRAYA / CHAO BOUTIQUE Restaurant ★★★ MADAME MEWS THAI CAFE Restaurant ★★★ ROYAL THAI RESTAURANT Restaurant ★★★ THAIKHUN Restaurant ★★★ Bhan Thai Takeaway KOI THAI RESTAURANT Restaurant

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Market Snapshot

There are 6 FSA-registered Thai businesses in Aberdeen. Average hygiene rating: ★2.3/5. 5 dine-in, 1 takeaway.

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Top Rated

NameTypePostcodeFSA
CHAOPHRAYA / CHAO BOUTIQUERestaurantAB10 1HB★★★
MADAME MEWS THAI CAFERestaurantAB10 1SB★★★
ROYAL THAI RESTAURANTRestaurantAB11 6HD★★★
THAIKHUNRestaurantAB11 5RG★★★
Bhan ThaiTakeawayAB10 1TX
KOI THAI RESTAURANTRestaurantAB25 2XN

Chain Presence

Major Thai chains in Aberdeen: Chaophraya, Thaikhun.

The remaining 4 businesses are independent.

View the complete UK Thai chain directory — location counts, city presence, and hygiene profiles for 12 major chains.

Popular Dining Postcodes

Thai restaurants in Aberdeen cluster in these postcode areas:

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Thai restaurants are in Aberdeen?

There are 6 FSA-registered Thai businesses in Aberdeen — 5 dine-in restaurants and 1 takeaway.

What is the top-rated Thai restaurant in Aberdeen?

The highest-rated Thai restaurants in Aberdeen include CHAOPHRAYA / CHAO BOUTIQUE, MADAME MEWS THAI CAFE, ROYAL THAI RESTAURANT, all holding 3/5 FSA hygiene stars.

What is the average FSA hygiene rating in Aberdeen?

The average FSA hygiene rating across 6 Thai businesses in Aberdeen is 2.3/5 stars.

Which Thai chains operate in Aberdeen?

Major Thai chains present in Aberdeen include Chaophraya, Thaikhun. The remaining 4 businesses are independent restaurants and takeaways.

Are there more dine-in Thai restaurants or takeaways in Aberdeen?

There are 5 dine-in restaurants and 1 takeaway in Aberdeen, which means 83% of Thai businesses offer dine-in service.

More UK Thai restaurant FAQs — hygiene ratings, pricing guides, delivery platforms, and data methodology.