Thai Restaurants in
Plymouth — 2026

📊 Market Snapshot

Thai businesses: 6 (4 dine-in, 2 takeaway)
Population: 265,000
Avg Hygiene Rating: ★★★★★ 4.7/5 (FSA data)
UK Share: 0.4% of all 1,594 UK Thai businesses
Market: Underserved — opportunity

🍜 Top Rated

NameTypePostcodeFSA Hygiene
Thai Shake HavenrestaurantPL1 1PS⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Sue & Sow Orginial Thai FoodrestaurantPL4 0NQ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Mr Woks Thai Noodle & Street Food limitedrestaurantPL4 8AQ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
YOUSUF'S Indian and Thai KitchentakeawayPL2 3BL⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Thai HouserestaurantPL1 2AG⭐⭐⭐⭐
Siam Thai TakeawaytakeawayPL5 2SE⭐⭐⭐⭐

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

Data updated: 2026-06-04

Market Position Low competition Competition

  • vs London: Plymouth has 1.5% of London's 401 Thai businesses, with 2.95% of London's 8.97M population.
  • vs UK Average: Plymouth accounts for 0.4% of all 1,594 FSA-registered Thai businesses.
  • Competition Level: Low competition
6
Total Thai Businesses
4
Dine-in Restaurants
2
Takeaways
★★★★☆
Avg Hygiene Rating

Market Overview

Plymouth has **6 Thai food businesses** serving a population of approximately **265,000**. That's **2.3 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
2.3/100k
UK avg: 5.1/100k (-2.8)
Hygiene Rating
★★★★☆
UK avg: ★★★★☆ (+0.5)

Dine-in vs Takeaway Split

67% of Thai food businesses in Plymouth are dine-in restaurants (4), while 33% are takeaways (2).

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

How Plymouth Compares

**vs London:** Plymouth has 1.5% of London's 401 Thai businesses, with 3.0% of London's population.

**vs UK total:** Plymouth 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 Plymouth, 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 Plymouth stacks up against other cities.

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Browse Restaurants in Plymouth

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Mr Woks Thai Noodle & Street Food limited Restaurant ★★★★★ Sue & Sow Orginial Thai Food Restaurant ★★★★★ Thai Shake Haven Restaurant ★★★★★ YOUSUF'S Indian and Thai Kitchen Takeaway ★★★★★ Siam Thai Takeaway Takeaway ★★★★ Thai House Restaurant ★★★★

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Market Snapshot

There are 6 FSA-registered Thai businesses in Plymouth. Average hygiene rating: ★4.7/5. 4 dine-in, 2 takeaway.

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Top Rated

NameTypePostcodeFSA
Mr Woks Thai Noodle & Street Food limitedRestaurantPL4 8AQ★★★★★
Sue & Sow Orginial Thai FoodRestaurantPL4 0NQ★★★★★
Thai Shake HavenRestaurantPL1 1PS★★★★★
YOUSUF'S Indian and Thai KitchenTakeawayPL2 3BL★★★★★
Siam Thai TakeawayTakeawayPL5 2SE★★★★
Thai HouseRestaurantPL1 2AG★★★★

Chain Presence

Major Thai chains in Plymouth: Thai House.

The remaining 5 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 Plymouth cluster in these postcode areas:

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Thai restaurants are in Plymouth?

There are 6 FSA-registered Thai businesses in Plymouth — 4 dine-in restaurants and 2 takeaways.

What is the top-rated Thai restaurant in Plymouth?

The highest-rated Thai restaurants in Plymouth include Mr Woks Thai Noodle & Street Food limited, Sue & Sow Orginial Thai Food, Thai Shake Haven, all holding 5/5 FSA hygiene stars.

What is the average FSA hygiene rating in Plymouth?

The average FSA hygiene rating across 6 Thai businesses in Plymouth is 4.7/5 stars.

Which Thai chains operate in Plymouth?

Major Thai chains present in Plymouth include Thai House. The remaining 5 businesses are independent restaurants and takeaways.

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

There are 4 dine-in restaurants and 2 takeaways in Plymouth, which means 67% of Thai businesses offer dine-in service.

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