Thai Restaurants in
Sunderland — 2026

📊 Market Snapshot

Thai businesses: 6 Thai businesses (3 dine-in, 3 takeaway)
Population: 278,000
Avg Hygiene Rating: ★★★★ 3.5/5 (FSA data)
UK Share: 0.4% of all 1,594 UK Thai businesses
Market: Underserved — opportunity

🍜 Top Rated

NameTypePostcodeFSA Hygiene
Thai Thai KitchentakeawaySR4 6QT⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Saba Maison De LuxerestaurantSR1 3PY⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Thai TamtakeawaySR5 2DL⭐⭐⭐⭐
Jai Thai Take Away & CaferestaurantSR6 0BY⭐⭐⭐
Shahi ChairestaurantSR4 7HG⭐⭐⭐
Mais Thai TakewaytakeawayDH4 4QX

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

Data updated: 2026-06-04

Market Position Low competition Competition

  • vs UK Average: Sunderland accounts for 0.4% of all 1,594 FSA-registered Thai businesses.
  • Competition Level: Low competition
6
Total Thai Businesses
3
Dine-in Restaurants
3
Takeaways
★★★☆☆
Avg Hygiene Rating

Market Overview

Sunderland has **6 Thai food businesses** serving a population of approximately **278,000**. That's **2.2 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
2.2/100k
UK avg: 5.1/100k (-2.9)
Hygiene Rating
★★★☆☆
UK avg: ★★★★☆ (-0.7)

Dine-in vs Takeaway Split

50% of Thai food businesses in Sunderland are dine-in restaurants (3), while 50% are takeaways (3).

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

How Sunderland Compares

**vs London:** Sunderland has 1.5% of London's 401 Thai businesses, with 3.2% of London's population.

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

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Saba Maison De Luxe Restaurant ★★★★★ Thai Thai Kitchen Takeaway ★★★★★ Thai Tam Takeaway ★★★★ Jai Thai Take Away & Cafe Restaurant ★★★ Shahi Chai Restaurant ★★★ Mais Thai Takeway Takeaway

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Market Snapshot

There are 6 FSA-registered Thai businesses in Sunderland. Average hygiene rating: ★3.5/5. 3 dine-in, 3 takeaway.

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Top Rated

NameTypePostcodeFSA
Saba Maison De LuxeRestaurantSR1 3PY★★★★★
Thai Thai KitchenTakeawaySR4 6QT★★★★★
Thai TamTakeawaySR5 2DL★★★★
Jai Thai Take Away & CafeRestaurantSR6 0BY★★★
Shahi ChaiRestaurantSR4 7HG★★★
Mais Thai TakewayTakeawayDH4 4QX

Popular Dining Postcodes

Thai restaurants in Sunderland cluster in these postcode areas:

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Thai restaurants are in Sunderland?

There are 6 FSA-registered Thai businesses in Sunderland — 3 dine-in restaurants and 3 takeaways.

What is the top-rated Thai restaurant in Sunderland?

The highest-rated Thai restaurants in Sunderland include Saba Maison De Luxe, Thai Thai Kitchen, Thai Tam, all holding 5/5 FSA hygiene stars.

What is the average FSA hygiene rating in Sunderland?

The average FSA hygiene rating across 6 Thai businesses in Sunderland is 3.5/5 stars.

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

There are 3 dine-in restaurants and 3 takeaways in Sunderland, which means 50% of Thai businesses offer dine-in service.

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