Thai Restaurants in
Nottingham — 2026

📊 Market Snapshot

Thai businesses: 8 (7 dine-in, 1 takeaway)
Population: 328,000
Avg Hygiene Rating: ★★★★★ 4.9/5 (FSA data)
UK Share: 0.5% of all 1,594 UK Thai businesses
Market: Underserved — opportunity

🍜 Top Rated

NameTypePostcodeFSA Hygiene
Thai Express/JapamirestaurantNG1 3QP⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Royal Thai Restaurant (Dao's Kitchen)restaurantNG1 3FS⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Chai YorestaurantNG1 5FX⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Lari Adda Chai And DessertsrestaurantNG7 5GT⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Chai RotitakeawayNG8 2QP⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Baba Turkish RestaurantrestaurantNG1 1DS⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Zaap Nottingham LtdrestaurantNG1 6JG⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Chai LalarestaurantNG7 6AF⭐⭐⭐⭐

8 FSA-registered Thai businesses · ★★★★★ average hygiene rating · 0.5% of UK total

Data updated: 2026-06-04

Market Position Low competition Competition

  • vs London: Nottingham has 2.0% of London's 401 Thai businesses, with 3.7% of London's 8.97M population.
  • vs UK Average: Nottingham accounts for 0.5% of all 1,594 FSA-registered Thai businesses.
  • Competition Level: Low competition
8
Total Thai Businesses
7
Dine-in Restaurants
1
Takeaways
★★★★★
Avg Hygiene Rating

Market Overview

Nottingham has **8 Thai food businesses** serving a population of approximately **328,000**. That's **2.4 Thai businesses per 100,000 residents** — below the UK average of 5.1/100k. The market appears **underserved — low supply relative to population, suggesting unmet demand**.

Per-Capita Density
2.4/100k
UK avg: 5.1/100k (-2.7)
Hygiene Rating
★★★★★
UK avg: ★★★★☆ (+0.7)

Dine-in vs Takeaway Split

88% of Thai food businesses in Nottingham are dine-in restaurants (7), while 12% 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 Nottingham Compares

**vs London:** Nottingham has 2.0% of London's 401 Thai businesses, with 3.7% of London's population.

**vs UK total:** Nottingham accounts for 0.5% 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 Nottingham, the data suggests this market may be underserved — a potential opportunity for new entrants. Use our operating costs guide to model the numbers, and check the full city comparison to see how Nottingham stacks up against other cities.

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Baba Turkish Restaurant Restaurant ★★★★★ Chai Roti Takeaway ★★★★★ Chai Yo Restaurant ★★★★★ Lari Adda Chai And Desserts Restaurant ★★★★★ Royal Thai Restaurant (Dao's Kitchen) Restaurant ★★★★★ Thai Express/Japami Restaurant ★★★★★ Zaap Nottingham Ltd Restaurant ★★★★★ Chai Lala Restaurant ★★★★

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Market Snapshot

There are 8 FSA-registered Thai businesses in Nottingham. Average hygiene rating: ★4.9/5. 7 dine-in, 1 takeaway.

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Top Rated

NameTypePostcodeFSA
Baba Turkish RestaurantRestaurantNG1 1DS★★★★★
Chai RotiTakeawayNG8 2QP★★★★★
Chai YoRestaurantNG1 5FX★★★★★
Lari Adda Chai And DessertsRestaurantNG7 5GT★★★★★
Royal Thai Restaurant (Dao's Kitchen)RestaurantNG1 3FS★★★★★
Thai Express/JapamiRestaurantNG1 3QP★★★★★
Zaap Nottingham LtdRestaurantNG1 6JG★★★★★
Chai LalaRestaurantNG7 6AF★★★★

Chain Presence

Major Thai chains in Nottingham: Thai Express.

The remaining 7 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 Nottingham cluster in these postcode areas:

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Thai restaurants are in Nottingham?

There are 8 FSA-registered Thai businesses in Nottingham — 7 dine-in restaurants and 1 takeaway.

What is the top-rated Thai restaurant in Nottingham?

The highest-rated Thai restaurants in Nottingham include Baba Turkish Restaurant, Chai Roti, Chai Yo, all holding 5/5 FSA hygiene stars.

What is the average FSA hygiene rating in Nottingham?

The average FSA hygiene rating across 8 Thai businesses in Nottingham is 4.9/5 stars.

Which Thai chains operate in Nottingham?

Major Thai chains present in Nottingham include Thai Express. The remaining 7 businesses are independent restaurants and takeaways.

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

There are 7 dine-in restaurants and 1 takeaway in Nottingham, which means 88% of Thai businesses offer dine-in service.

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