Richmond Cafe in Richmond upon Thames

Could not fault anything. We had two different noodle dishes and both were fantastic. Full of flavour and the quality of the ingredients was great. Not greasy or over spiced. Made us both smile.

This is a good Thai restaurant in the middle of Richmond. Very popular. Super service. We called in for a late lunch before catching the train. Loved the mushrooms. Clean, authentic and friendly atmosphere. Recommended.

Lovely little no frills Thai cafe on Richmond Hill. We came for an evening meal and had 2 beers and shared 3 main dishes between 2 of us (instead of having starters) and there was plenty. We had the beef panang, a bacon and chicken noodle dish and chicken and cashew nuts rice dish. All the food was really tasty but in particular the chicken and cashew nuts was divine!

Whilst walking from Putney to Richmond through Richmond Park, a friend and I stumbled upon this restaurant and were drawn in by the half price sign in the restaurant window. I thoroughly enjoyed the food and it was served surprisingly quickly. The waitress was also very lovely. I will definitely stop by in future when in Richmond.

The food here is great and at such a good price richmond. Don't expect any frills re decor or anything more than basic service but if you enjoy a cold Singha and a spicy plate of authentic thai food at a great price then this is it.

If you are after great Thai food with friendly service and good value then this place delivers every time. Its not got fancy decor but that doesn’t matter a jot. I’ve been many times and always have a yummy meal. When Richmond is full of chains and some more upscale places it’s a pleasure that this place exists and thrives - it’s always busy. Long may it continue. Cannot recommend it highly enough. It is small so definitely worth booking. Don’t get hung up on the appearance of the place - the food is fab.

Feel like you’re in Thailand. Lovely setting and perfect food - definitely recommend to anyone visiting or living in the Richmond area

This was recommended by friends and being a quiet Sunday night, we were able to get a table easily. We shared fish cakes to start and I ordered Thai green chicken curry and my friend chose sea bass. The starter was fine but mine was the strangest Thai curry I've ever seen, possibly my accent or a misunderstanding but I ate it anyway as I was starving by the time the mains came. No Sauvignon Blanc so I was served a warm glass of Chenin, thankfully by the time I warily ordered a second glass, it was chilled. My friend was ill during the night so I hope it wasn't his fish as I was absolutely fine. Personally, overpriced and overrated.

This was a last minute decision and I really fancied Thai food, not a restaurant you visit for the atmosphere as it’s very simple, but the quality of cooking was excellent and very good value for money. Well worth stopping by for a quick and simple meal made well

I had high hopes given location and exterior curb appeal. Very average to poor Thai food. No real quality in flavours. You can hear the microwave go ping in the background. Slow service. Avoid the dumplings not good at all. Always look busy though which is odd.

An early dinner chances upon passing this delightful diner ! The food was good, as was the service; only gripe was the overall level noise level - caused by other diners who unsociable seem unable to distinguish volume between speaking and shouting !...

This restaurant provides simple but very tasty Thai food. The atmosphere is not exciting but it is the lack off service which is really not good. One waiter is just not enough to serve a full restaurant. Therefore long waiting times and nobody is able to pick up the phone when you want to order the food. However still my favorite Thai in Richmond.

We have been going here for years off and on. It's a very pretty little cafe restaurant serving Thai food at not bad prices. But this was our first visit in about 4 years and it was not good. We have been to Thailand many times and although we weren't expecting traditional Thai food we do know what good Thai tastes like. And this wasn't. My started of deep fried squid was fine. My wife had a Thai salad which was not spicy at all (even though we asked for our food to be Thai spicy). My main was a too salty and not spicy. And the prawns were of the most frozen, cheapest variety. Nasty. The noodles were bland too. It's a shame as we used to come here a lot...

We fancied Thai when in Richmond, and managed to track down this place. Unpretentious setting and food, but really well done. Delicious and authentic with friendly service. Recommended!

Pad Thai , chicken panaeng with chicken was one of the best by far , enjoyed throughly the simplicity and deliciousness of the place , it’s been my second tome but it won’t be last .

This little local Cafe, can accomodate customers inside and outside. The ambience is super easy and you can stop there for a basic thai lunch or dinner.

We had a wonderful meal with friends here recently. The food was delicious and the staff were friendly and very efficient. The dining room is quite basic and no frills, but in honesty, the food is some of best Thai I have ever tasted and more than makes up for it. A wonderful evening at a great restaurant run by a local family who are passionate about great food and service. Love it!

Went there to try because it was busy and seemed popular. Basic Thai food but nevertheless tasty. Clean and pleasant surrounding. Cheap and cheerful place to have Thai. No frills

Après la visite des jardins de Richmond , faire un détour pour se restaurer dans joyau caché . Réservé aux mariages , mais ouvert au grand public. C’est vraiment époustouflant, déjeuner sur une terrasse, tout en admirant en contrebas cette immensité de verdure , chants d’oiseaux , par une journée ensoleillée ! La nourriture est excellente , on prend ce qu’il nous fait envie , les pâtisseries sont délicieuses. Une journée inoubliable.

I like this cafe. Not too many frills but and nice quirky ambiance and freshly cooked Thai food. Friendly and efficient waiter!

Makanan yang sangat baik, staf yang ramah, suasana yang besar, harga yang wajar. Makanan sangat otentik dan terasa begitu lezat dan segar.

Had a well priced tasty well presented dishes. Satisfied my fussy friends. Would definitely make this a recommendation- date, friends and solo diners.

this gem of a cafe is set on the hill in terrace gardens in Richmond perfectly place to look out over the river thames as it sweeps away towards twickenham. there is a deep covered terrace to sit outside with blankets for the hardy and like the winter air and cosy inside with a coal stove burning.

Have been several times now, and been really impressed by the food each occasion! Food seems authentic, portion sizes are excellent and the staff are friendly (though service can be a little slow when busy).

Después de la camarera se ha dejado de trabajar para chicos de grasa Restaurante tailandés cruzando el puente. El negocio ha sido muy tranquila!

We've been going to the Thai Cafe for years and always have a good meal there. We went again last night. The service was efficient and friendly and the food delicious. It's hard to believe the previous reviewer went to the same restaurant!

Visitamos este restaurante tantas veces a lo largo de los años y siempre me encantó la ubicación, ambiente relajado, ultra-amable y eficiente servicio y comida increíble. Regresamos esta noche por primera vez en un año y casi no puedes creer que sea el mismo lugar. Servicio indiferente y mediocre, insulsa. Deberíamos haber hecho clic allí era un problema cuando era tan fácil conseguir una mesa en el exterior. La camarera parecía aburrido de su mente y nos dijo que era demasiado caliente para los clientes. Fuente de arranque fue todo compartir frito y sabía como si el aceite de cocina era antigua. . El mossamun (Sp? Curry) era poco más que una red básica de curry con una cucharada de mantequilla de maní y un par de patatas añadida.

I went for the first time to this restaurant last night. I liked it a lot. It is so unpretentious; hospitality very polite and helpful; food was authentic and tasted so yummy and fresh. I will definitely go back!

Es ist eine typische Thai Lokalität, zwischen Imbis, Restaurant und Essen zum mitnehmen. Geschmacklich ok, nur nicht mehr spicy. Da sind sie voll in den englischen Geschmack gegangen. Fad. Mit kräftigem nachwürzen ist alles ok

El café es pequeño, pero la comida es muy sabrosa!

Estado viniendo aquí durante casi 12 años creo y no tonterías recto de buena calidad tailandesa. Es increíble siempre Pud tailandesa. Siempre me olvido bastante lo bien la comida aquí es hasta que estoy completamente lleno y clics - debería venir aquí cada semana, pero no puedo! Una de las joyas menos conocidas de richmonds

Comimos aquí regularmente, especialmente desde el menú de la comida. El servicio es atento y la comida es excelente.

Así que no le gusta un buen tailandés con amigos. :-)

One of my favourite restaurants now - i've never been a big fan of Thai food but every meal i have had here has been simply delicious, fantastic flavours, very fresh and good size portions. The Tom Yum soup is full of spice and flavours and the Red Thai curry the best i've ever had. A very simple set up, very relaxed and always busy. You can't go wrong eating here, we've been 5 times in a few months and i think i'm getting addicted!

Just happened to park outside at lunchtime, so decided to go in.... Good decision, we just wanted a light lunch, so opted for the yellow curry and Bremen curry from the lunch menu.... Both were piping hot and very tasty, a real treat.... Prompt service and good cold Thai beer.... We will be back!

I dined at RC with my parents who had come to visit me. We all love Thai food and looked forward to trying somewhere new. Unfortunately this will be the first and last time we visit here. As soon as we were seated we were rushed into choosing our drinks and told at 9pm we needed to order as the kitchen closed at 10pm. So we ordered our starters and quickly had to order our mains. No new cutlery in between courses which were placed down on the table without rice and no explanation. After the main course we were then asked if it would be ok to pay the bill as the kitchen closed. No dessert.Food was mediocre and both my parents were unwell after the meal. Topped off with rude service, I will not be re-visiting.

So sad as had taken my sister here as I had had two good meals previously. We sat down and first thing we noticed was ant powder all along the floor by the window plus a few dead flies. We ignored and ordered our food. The starter soups were good although Tom Kha gain was quite bland. However, my main course was a disaster. It didn't taste like Panang curry, was completely bland and sweet and luke warm. I had a few mouthfuls but couldn't eat it so explained very nicely what was wrong. The waitress went and told the chef as no manager was present. She told the waitress to tell me that was their taste, didn't comment on the temperature and gave me no option to substitute. I asked to speak to the chef and then went up the stairs to where the chef was standing. She told me she would not talk to me and that I was not allowed up the stairs. End of. Will never go there again.

A great little Thai restaurant. It looks like your average greasy spoon café, but the food is cracking and service comes with a smile. We had dinner last night and all 5 of us enjoyed their food. My starter of lettuce cups with spicy mince was delicious as was my super spicy chicken and prawn stir fry. My colleagues all enjoyed their dishes which varied from tom yum soup and deep fried sea bass to phad thai and sticky ribs. Highly recommended for cheap, fast, tasty thai food.

Lovely food, I had the curry which was soo nice. The people were really attentive and polite. A small and charming spot to eat, the food came quickly as well, comfortable, clean toilet downstairs. I had a really nice Thai beer. Really pleased.

Wanting to avoid the major chain restaurants on a visit to Richmond, and being fans of Thai food, my fiancée and I stumbled across this small dated restaurant and easily got a table for two.Warned that there may be slow service, our order was taken quickly, and the drinks and food turned up just as swiftly.Very tasty food and a very reasonable price.Maybe a slightly limited menu or was expecting slightly more option but come to expect it from smaller establishments. Definitely recommend for any Thai food lovers

So i have been there before, and the last time it was good. But last weekend, I went with friends and if she either had a massive hangover or was not born to be a waiter. I asked speaking out loud to friends that i could not decided whether to have the number 1 or 7. As i said number 1, (with my head down looking at the menu), she wrote it down and off she went. When it came, it was really dry and over cooked. I then ordered a pad thai, and then my friends ordered extra noodles. The meals came out at different times, and then we asked for our extra noodles, and she looked confused and pulled out another pad thai that we didnt order. So i started tucking into the second pad thai, and then starting coughing immediately and was having gag reflexes, i started to pull out a womens dark brown long shoulder length hair from my mouth. Was disgusting. Out of respect for this women who must have been having a bad day, i called her over quietly,and explained what happened. After inspecting the hair, they came over and apologized and said they would not charge. Which is all well and good, but we didn't even order it in the first place. I reckon she had it on the side as miss order and she thought she could get rid of it by adding on to ours. I would have paid for it anyway but that hair was terrible. We didnt pay the service charge either and it was a little awkward. But to be honest, she messed up the orders, there was a massive thai womens hair in it. I dont think i would go there again for a while......

Have had great lunch and dinner experiences at this place. Very informal / cafe style setting but the staff are friendly and efficient and the food is clearly made with love. Took a strict vegan friend who had a fantastic meal (we didn't pre book) and a Thai visitor who was equally impressed. It's not a 'fancy restaurant' but if you want good Thai food and nice service I highly recommend

We spent a very enjoyable evening at this superb Thai restaurant. It isnt fancy or smart but it has the best Thai food we have had in years. There were four of us and we had a variety of dishes which were all delicious, my green thai curry was exceptional !! I can't believe we have lived in the area for 19 years and had never been before, even though friends had said it was good, we just never got round to it - i can happily say we will be returning again very soon. Particular mention for the staff who are absolutley charming !!

We have dined here over the years. It's quite good and then it's bad and we stop going for a while until it cleans up its act.Last weekend (Sunday 29 November) we were one of only three tables in the cafe. There was obviously no manager present. We waited for our main course for over half an hour while the waitress (in her winter coat) lay on the stairs which lead to the kitchen, playing on her phone. She shouted and yelled at the other staff. It sounded like a fish market. I saw someone in the kitchen standing eating a meal.The only noise in the restaurant was from the screaming banshee of a waitress. She strutted about in her coat serving food and yelling at the waiter and the kitchen staff.When we eventually were served I was given THE most disgusting pad thai I've ever seen. The tofu was glistening with oil. I pressed it down with a spoon and the oil oozed out.I was offered another plate but it had taken so long for this one to be made I just picked out the tofu.My husband had red beef curry and he said the beef was tough and tasteless. It was in thin strips and it looked like it had been cooked several times.It was not an experience we'd like to repeat so we won't be back.

We have been quite disappointed with the standard for reasonably priced dining in Richmond since our arrival from Australia. More than once, the food was virtually inedible. Not here. This is the best we've encountered. Pretty decent Thai food, tasty and well spiced. Service was acceptable, and the price was very reasonable for Richmond. We'll definitely be back.

I've been lunching here from time to time over the last three years or so. The lunch offering is simple -- a few permutations and combinations of red, green & yellow curries, rice, noodles, stir fries and so on.The service is excellent: friendly and authentically Thai in nature. If you're used to Thai food from the Far East it is marginally under-spiced but delicious never-the-less and suited to the Richmond palate and weather!In any case, who could grumble about a very adequate South Asian one-bowl lunch with Jasmine tea for under ten quid?I'll try the evening offerings soon.

All of the food had to be seasoned my self to search for some sort of taste. Agree with other comments about one of the waitress, extremely rude and forgets orders.Place was absolutely fine with previous management but since the new ones took over place just gone down the pants.

I've travelled many times to Thailand and often find the food lacks the same quality when eaten anywhere else, however we've found the food, service and value to be very good on each of the 6 times we've eaten here.The fish dishes are especially good and authentic, with some excellent starters also available. It is quite basic in appearance and decor, but don't let this put you off.

We hadn't been to this Thai cafe in Richmond Hill Rise for a good few years as we were travelling, We decided to check it out again for dinner on Tuesday. It has been improved so much, the food was still good, and The décor is much funkier than before!! So much improved with the new menu print. The service was friendly efficient and fast, we enjoyed it so much we , of course have been back twice for both lunch and dinner since! Love to recommend to everyone!!!

I and 5 of my friends from Manchester, we went to Richmond Hill Rise, there is one Thai cafe: Richmond Cafe , Nothing much interest , small but clean..One waitress was so helpful and recommended us the quick lunch which were very nice , thai green curry, Som tum , Pad thai. We were enjoyed it very much. There was full of customers but only 1 waitress ! so quick and very friendly to people!! Excellent fast foods, excellent prices and excellent waitress...we will definitely go back again...Must recommend!

thought a quick thai before seeing a show at the Richmond Theatre would be fine at the Richmond Café (thai) on Richmond Hill. Got a window table which was nice. Décor needs serious attention and updating. One staff member was bordering rude the other was very smiley and polite. Menu was usual Thai offering. Opted for Thai tempura which I had never had before and a chicken and ginger main with side of pain rice. The stater tempura was fried in thick fatty oil and overwhelmed the tiny vegetables inside. So that was disappointing. The main was even worse. The worse Thai I have ever had and I have had hundreds. It was beyond tasteless, it was dreadful bland and chewy. Disaster and really spoilt the night. Never again. You have been warned !

There are lots of chilli varieties. Thai cooking usually uses the smaller bird's eye chilli (green or red) to get that chilli kick. The long cayenne type chillies (bright red) are used for a splash of colour for decoration. As too often in a Thai restaurant in the UK, everything in Richmond Cafe is freshly cooked, piping hot, good quality ingredients but the chillies in the sauce are the pretty red ones - not the tiny spicy ones. We even asked for Thai heat but just got extra cayenne slices, these are basically lacking heat. The 'wok heat' and fragrance of the garlic and lemongrass wasn't too evident either; the dishes were rather bland. This is 'Thai-lite' and doesn't reflect a plate of food that would be served in Thailand. The staff were friendly and the service quick.

Took my mother in law for a birthday treat. Waitress was rude with abrupt language. No desert, but waitress said there is baked banana without ice-cream, my mother in law said ok. When the bill came that one banana costed £4.50 (as if there were ice-cream). No 10% sevice charge mentioned on menu but got charged 10% service charge in the bill. We will never go there again.

One of our favourites... brings us back to our many trips to Thailand. Our daughter loves this place and my wife and I love the Pad Thai.

We had a wonderful meal here, I do feel that chopsticks should be a option as I prefer to eat authentically.

With an unpretentious name you probably wouldn't know this is a Thai restaurant, however, we have been visiting Richmond Cafe for years now. Its a hidden gem and always enjoy the curries.

This is a must place to eat,The food is Excellent,I found the service to be very good,I do love spicey food,and this place,is like been back in Thailand,,,,Give it a try,,you will return,,,

Don't hesitate to come here. Food is absolutely delicious and so fresh. I had the green chicken curry and my husband the red. We also had 2 portions of rice. One egg fried and one coconut, We shared a mango pancake for desert. All wonderful. If back in Richmond this will be the first place I go.

I go there when I want to have some great thai food. It is very simple inside (think metal chairs and oldish tables), service is not outstanding, but food is great, very authentic and tasty. Myself and my friends been to Thailand and agree that the food in the cafe is ablsolutely the same as there. Also, pricewise - it is ways cheaper than Thai Square or Fat Boys (both being very good thai food restaurants though!).

We come here at least twice a month and have never been disappointed. The food is really tasty, and good value, and the atmosphere is casual and busy. We usually book 2 hours before, but you can often get a table if you just pitch, although that didn't work out for us once or twice. The pad thai is delicious, and the duck salad is really different. The staff are very pleasant and pragmatic, which adds to the informal feel which we love. The winelist is also suprisingly good for such a small restaurant. Actually, just writing this review makes me think I'll book for dinner tonight!

The food and service is excellent. The decor is very simple but the service, atmosphere and especially the food make up for it. It is very good value, portion sizes are just right and I would recommend this for family, friends or couples. The best authentic Thai food you will ever get. We have been going here since it opened in Richmond. We went when our children were small because it was their favourite restaurant and we still go with family and friends. Our kids are now 15 and 18.

This is proper thai food, ask for an extra spicy Som Tam and it's like being transported back to Thailand, and all pretty reasonably priced. Can't wait to go back and sample more.

A party of us went to the Richmond Cafe, but unfortunately they were unable to offer me any food as I am gluten intollarant. Apparently all their sauces are prepared in advance! So I went to Kew gardens where I was offered 3 gluten free dishes.

Below average thai, service is bad... It seems to be in a fast food rather than in a restaurant. Wouldn't go back there and don't recommend it.

Second visit now and food good both times. Small and away from the hustle of the town.Quick service and pleasant staffWe will be back !

I have been to Richmond cafe for about 10 years. Recently they employed this middle aged looking lady. She is so rude and miserable. I am so fed up and only left 5 per cent tip as I usually leave 15 per cent tip. Just look at the photos I posted. She is so miserable. She never ever say hello or greeted me. She gave me the menu without saying a word. I understand sometimes you have a bad day but in the last 5 visits. She treated me like that. It is very off putting. I refuse to go in when she works there from now on. Hope no one else has the same problem. If she is so miserable why bother coming to work. I m in travel industry and never once I dared to treat anyone like her even I had the worst day of my life.

Excellent quality Thai cuisine. Wide ranging menu. Food perfectly cooked and presented. Hot and tasty. Top service but not ostentatious. Very quiet and charming restaurant, simple but comfortable decor, with a warm and welcoming ambience. And such good value. Would recommend and will visit whenever in UK. Also enjoyed my first Thai beer - very nice. (Tip: noticed restaurant is closed Mondays)

Lots of dishes outside the standard Thai menu - went for the Sea Bass with Mango Salad which was the best Thai meal I've had outside of Thailand. Food prices are very reasonable, and alcoholic drinks are especially cheap.

Although it looks just like a cafe from outside, this cafe serves really nice Thai food for a very reasonable price. Friendly staff with a smile, cheap beer. Can't ask for any more!

I have been going to this restaurant for about six years. As Thai food goes it is really good, friendly staff, very good value for the area, friendly services.Panang Beef is yummy and the mixed plater is ace.

We have been going to the richmond cafe for many years now and the standard of food and service is very good considering the prices, you can opt to pay a lot more elsewhere just because the decor might appeal to more people but don't waste your money, the food should be the most important thing.

What a find, this is the best Thai food I have had in ages. We had a fantastic meal here. Would definitely recommend.

Booked a table here on a Saturday night. The service was good. We had fishcakes and dumplings to start. The dumplings were nice, the fishcakes weren't brilliant. For mains we had green thai chicken curry and another chicken and vegetable dish. Both with rice. The food was lovely and we were both full without finishing it all!It's not overly cheap, though it's not expensive. I think we paid £30 for 2 starters, 2 mains and 2 soft drinks. Pretty standard really.

Came across this gem by chance when out walking in Richmond. A basic Thai, but the food was very good as was the service. As other reviews have said the loos are a bit basic, but I didnt think they were as bad as described in the other reviews. A good sign was that on a Saturday night they had tables reserved, so I think the locals have cottoned on to a good value place to have an informal meal!

We were looking for somewhere to eat after visiting the local cinema. We arrived at the cafe at 10.30pm, admittedly quite late but within the 11pm closing. However, the staff were all sat around chatting. After a brief discussion, one simply came to the door, turned the sign to 'CLOSED' and locked the door. It wouldn't have been too bad if they had opened the door and explained. But, as it is, we will not be returning. Rude and lacking in style

The food is reasonable in terms of taste and is well priced, and the service was attentive and quick. The place itself is quite basic but if you just want a tasty, cheap meal out without any fuss or frills then this is a good shout.

Interesting place. Nice food although we only had a noodle dish & a pad thai. Cheerful service. Dire loos, worst I've met in years &even worse than those at the sister restaurant, Hammersmith Cafe which says something.Pleasant dining area at the front upstairs although the extension at the back is very shabby & feels grubby. It all seems a short on heating so maybe not a place to go to on a winter evening. Altogether a mixed bag. On balance I'd probably give it another try for the food rather than the surroundings.

Really nice and relaxing place. Staff friendly and helpful. Food consistently good and varied - anything from salads to soups, curries and seafood. Great pad thai! Wine list very limited but they have Singha and Tiger beer!

We have eaten here twice. Nice choice of food. Can be spicy. We did order the mix of starter for 2, and yes it was all deep fried, but we enjoyed it. Good food for the price. I agree with previous review that the place doesn't seem to be spotlessly clean (dirty floor around window and frame)

I can't understand all the positive reviews on here.Our starters were taken straight from the freezer and deep fried almost beyond recognition. The sesame toast was one of the most unpleasant things I've ever seen served in a restaurant anywhere in the world. I've never been served anything I wouldn't eat before.The Thai salad was however beautifully presented and very tasty. This was also inedible though due to levels of heat I've only experienced in Thailand. In this case that could be considered our fault for ordering it, but maybe a bit of warning would have been nice.Main courses were pretty good actually but marred by rice that had been cooked for about 5 minutes too long and was therefore just a gelatinous blob. Noodles likewise.Best Thai in the area? Nonsense. Over the bridge is Fat Boys which is in a different league and has a lovely little garden too if the weather's up to it.

If you are looking for no nonsense service, and good Thai food, then this is the place for you...staffed by Thai people you know you're in safe hands the minute you step inside...Food is good, not the most sophisticated, but good uncomplicated Thai food. Would I go back? yes, again, and again and again...ignore anyone who says otherwise, they probably have only been to Thailand in their mind via a Macdonald's Thai burger!!

Such an awful level of service at the Richmond Thai Cafe. We were sat for at least 30 mins before being offered a drink. Staff are inattentive and extremely rude. Food was only average, starter dry and incomplete. I hope the kitchen is cleaner than the restaurant and toilets which are filthy. An embarrassing experience. Please avoid.

Richmond Cafe has brilliant food, lovely service and nice people. Its style is simple Thai- which is amazing!!! I had Pad Thai noodles, egg fried rice and chicken satay. All brilliant. In fact the satay was so good that I had to order seconds. I would say go there at least twice a month for lunch and dinner.

We were on our way to Kew and starving. Thai being our favourite food, we were excited when we stumbled across this little baby. A bit grubby but with a busy local crowd we thought why not? My wife ordered the chicken & prawn mince on a bed of lettuce for starter (she said "it tastes like veggie mince") I thought it tasted more like liver. I ordered spicy chicken wings which when arrived looked like the most peculiar chicken wing I'd ever seen. Gristly and weird which didn't taste like any chicken I'd eaten. . Hmmm. However the mains were great! Wife had the battered thai cod which was amazing. I had a chicken stir fry lots of lovely chilli. Asked for extra Prik nam pla which was great. Ordered a bottle of cava which was very reasonably priced but would have preferred flutes instead of bog standard pound shop wine glasses! Its ok.Toilets a bit rank!!!! A deep clean throughout premises wouldn't go a miss. Felt a bit greasy.

Go at least twice a month for dinner and lunch - brilliant food, lovely service and great value - simple, but Richmond would be worse off without it!

Glad Trip Advisor have added this place, as it's a great find.Went with my friend couole of weeks ago having walked by when it was closed and checked out the menu. The way it looks reminds of some of the little restaurants in Bangkok that we have been to. It doesn't matter that it hasn't been decorated by an interior designer, it's cosy and rustic. Don't be put off.Friendly service, authentic food and good level of spice/heat on request. We ate a few different dishes which were all great, but the green curry was my fav, we would have licked the bowl if we could! The best bit was the price, exceptional value, I can't believe this place is in Richmond, as it certainly does has Richmong price tag.Going again in a few weeks with my boyf (food critic) as have been raving about it. I'm sure he will like it too!

The Richmond cafe can also be called 'cheap Thai'. It delivers great food and great value for money, with smiley Thai waitresses. It may be worth using them as a take away in the winter as it can become Unbearably cold on the ground floor, and the basement is really too drab to eat in.

I lived in Richmond for 3 years, if I did not feel like cooking...this was my place for an easy last minute dinner. The food is very nice and origianl thai, I really like their thim gha gai soup and all the curry. Easy and small place, you wll not find a free spot at 7 pm. Excellent service and great prices for the quality you get. I was going there at least once a week..and now that I left UK...i miss it!

We ate here one evening a couple of months ago and the food was very nice... the place looks a bit shabby but don't let that put you off, it's all really nice - from the service to the ice cold Singha!Well worth a visit if you're in Richmond.

After travelling to their sister restaurant in Hammersmith for 8 years we finally ventured into the greasy-spoon-looking café on Hill Rise in Richmond and haven’t been disappointed since! This place has the best Thai food, the best prices and friendliest waitresses- and it keeps this local going back for more! Portion sizes leave us full and their prices don’t break our wallets. I can’t say enough about this gem. They have a basic drink menu- which gives them more time to concentrate on the cooking(!)- we usually order the starter plate to share and the ‘Richmond Special’ as well as our main dishes- the coconut rice is yummy and the sticky rice is sticky! Everything is made fresh and is as hot- or mild- as you like it. With many local Thai restaurants competing for your hard-earned money- at last, one that gives you an honest price without all the shiny walls!Don’t let the plain-looking décor put you off- it’s just like being home- and when you want to actually eat at home they offer a quick takeaway service (although no delivery yet).