Thai Restaurants in
Southampton — 2026

📊 Market Snapshot

Thai businesses: 6 (4 dine-in, 2 takeaway)
Population: 256,000
Avg Hygiene Rating: ★★★★ 4.3/5 (FSA data)
UK Share: 0.4% of all 1,594 UK Thai businesses
Market: Underserved — opportunity

🍜 Top Rated

NameTypePostcodeFSA Hygiene
Thai Street CaferestaurantSO14 1ND⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Yummy Thai Noodle BartakeawaySO16 3HH⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
ThaikhunrestaurantSO15 1DE⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Alton Thai CuisinerestaurantGU34 1DD⭐⭐⭐⭐
Yum Yum ThairestaurantGU31 4JJ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Thai Thai ExpresstakeawaySO16 2JF⭐⭐⭐

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: Southampton has 1.5% of London's 401 Thai businesses, with 2.85% of London's 8.97M population.
  • vs UK Average: Southampton 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

Southampton has **6 Thai food businesses** serving a population of approximately **256,000**. 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: ★★★★☆ (+0.1)

Dine-in vs Takeaway Split

67% of Thai food businesses in Southampton 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 Southampton Compares

**vs London:** Southampton has 1.5% of London's 401 Thai businesses, with 2.9% of London's population.

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

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Browse Restaurants in Southampton

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Thai Street Cafe Restaurant ★★★★★ Thaikhun Restaurant ★★★★★ Yummy Thai Noodle Bar Takeaway ★★★★★ Alton Thai Cuisine Restaurant ★★★★ Yum Yum Thai Restaurant ★★★★ Thai Thai Express Takeaway ★★★

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Market Snapshot

There are 6 FSA-registered Thai businesses in Southampton. Average hygiene rating: ★4.3/5. 4 dine-in, 2 takeaway.

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Top Rated

NameTypePostcodeFSA
Thai Street CafeRestaurantSO14 1ND★★★★★
ThaikhunRestaurantSO15 1DE★★★★★
Yummy Thai Noodle BarTakeawaySO16 3HH★★★★★
Alton Thai CuisineRestaurantGU34 1DD★★★★
Yum Yum ThaiRestaurantGU31 4JJ★★★★
Thai Thai ExpressTakeawaySO16 2JF★★★

Chain Presence

Major Thai chains in Southampton: Thai Express, 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 Southampton cluster in these postcode areas:

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Thai restaurants are in Southampton?

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

What is the top-rated Thai restaurant in Southampton?

The highest-rated Thai restaurants in Southampton include Thai Street Cafe, Thaikhun, Yummy Thai Noodle Bar, all holding 5/5 FSA hygiene stars.

What is the average FSA hygiene rating in Southampton?

The average FSA hygiene rating across 6 Thai businesses in Southampton is 4.3/5 stars.

Which Thai chains operate in Southampton?

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

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

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

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