Just east of Denver along I-70, you’ll discover Westminster, a suburban gem where strip malls hide culinary treasures. This community is known for its parks and tech campuses, but it feels more like a quiet neighborhood that’s been quietly perfected by food-loving families and adventurous eaters. People come here for the trails, the schools, and the mountain views—but no matter what brings you, Thai food should be a priority.
From fiery street-style noodles to elegant curries, here are Westminster’s best Thai spots.
Tasty Thai (Leetsdale)
$ | (303) 953-9254 | WEBSITE
This modern spot in Westminster is the move for a satisfying meal of authentic Thai cuisine, and it’s especially enjoyable if you manage to snag a table in the clean, bright dining space. The menu has a wide variety of dishes, plus generous noodle bowls that are portioned for one, but we like to double down on the popular options, like the homemade crab wontons with sweet chili sauce and the crispy pork stir fry that’s practically wearing vegetables.
When the dessert menu makes it to the table, act like you’re looking it over before going for the Thai custard.
Tommy’s Thai
$ | (303) 377-4244 | WEBSITE
Tommy’s Thai may be a neighborhood spot in Westminster, but it feels right at home with its charmingly cozy decor and spice-forward menu. Almost every table has a steaming curry or pad thai, and you should too. The spice levels adjust perfectly, but your server can guide you toward the day’s most balanced or fiery selection. Get the phad thai, and maybe some solid curry with rice and the vegan pad thai served with fresh herbs. But the curry is the dish you really need.
It’s loaded with flavor, comes with perfectly balanced spice throughout, and is best enjoyed with Tommy’s generous portions of jasmine rice.
Pattaya Thai Restaurant
$ | (303) 238-5587 | WEBSITE
After years of serving Westminster, Pattaya Thai Restaurant continues to deliver the authentic and flavorful Thai cuisine that serious food lovers crave. This top-tier eatery feels like a simple neighborhood spot where the focus remains squarely on generous portions and excellent service. The combo pad thai with shrimp happens to be outstanding—perfectly balanced, aromatic, and packed with plump shrimp.
The plate comes with heaping servings of noodles and fresh vegetables, so maybe save room for their famous Pineapple Curry, which regulars call the best they’ve ever had. With friendly staff, quick service, and dishes like the coconut soup with lamb that shine, it’s a must-visit destination where the food truly makes up for the unassuming atmosphere.
Som Dee Thai Kitchen & Bar
$$ | (720) 381-0009 | WEBSITE
Som Dee Thai Kitchen & Bar is another Thai restaurant in Westminster but lacks the bustling downtown location you’ll find at some Denver spots. However, you get something equally great: an authentic Thai dining experience at a fairly reasonable price. For about $25 per entrée, you’re served stunning dishes like the signature Somdee Steak, flavorful Tom Yum, and perfectly balanced Pad See Ew.
There’s also a nice balance of atmosphere throughout the evening, from the cool, intimate lighting to the welcoming staff who make you feel right at home. And there’s an optional $12 cocktail pairing if you care to partake.
Bangkok Avenue
$ | (303) 632-7988 | WEBSITE
Bangkok Avenue looks like a casual neighborhood spot—and the easy parking technically confirms it—but this Westminster restaurant is actually where you want to be eating dinner under warm lighting. Located in a Colorado strip mall, it has a straightforward dining room full of people in jeans or casual wear sharing plates and sipping Thai iced tea.
(Hello, crab cheese wontons and a mixed pad Thai with a colorful array of shrimp, chicken, and tofu.) The curries, like the standout Thai curry, are flavorful and satisfying, and there are just as many options for those avoiding spice, like the basil chicken and the mango sticky rice.
Tasty Thai
$ | (303) 813-1000 | WEBSITE
This authentic Thai spot sits in Westminster in a cozy, welcoming space that works for anything from a quick lunch to a family dinner to a solo meal at the counter. We’d make a trip just for the khao soi, but as long as you’re here, you should order the pad thai with veggies and tofu, the tom kha soup, and the mango sticky rice.
Thai Monkey Club
$ | (303) 248-3334 | WEBSITE
The vibe at Thai Monkey Club whispers authentic Thai, and in that spirit, we are believers. Despite sharing the Denver area with many competitors, this spot feels more genuine—just a quiet dining room and friendly staff where a cute little flower occasionally comes with your dish like a sweet surprise.
Order a classic dish, like the drunken noodles and pad Thai with generous, flavorful portions, or a more vibrant option like the Papaya Salad with its crisp freshness, and the Pad Kra Pao with its aromatic basil kick. The excellent Thai dishes take a moment to arrive, but you won’t mind when you’re relaxing in the calm atmosphere with a Thai tea or Thai ice coffee and a ginger salad sprinkled with herbs and tangy dressing.
Mountain Thai Kitchen
$ | (303) 955-4450 | WEBSITE
If you think authentic Thai food has to be intimidating, a meal at Mountain Thai Kitchen will prove otherwise. This unassuming spot in Westminster serves up genuine flavors without sacrificing comfort. The experience starts with a warm greeting from the owners in the cozy, earth-toned dining room where you settle in and soak up the welcoming atmosphere. You’re then treated to fast, friendly service from staff who genuinely seem to enjoy their work.
It’s a lively, communal experience, where you’ll savor Prik Pao Noodles with perfect spice, Basil Ribeye steak with aromatic herbs, and Mango Sticky Rice that tastes like sunshine, and maybe chat with the regulars at the next table who come every Thursday. All of that flavor, plus the generous portions, costs about $18 per entrée, which isn’t dirt cheap but feels fair for food this good.
101 Asian Fusion
$ | (303) 355-1688 | WEBSITE
101 Asian Fusion is a reliable Thai spot in Westminster that makes a particularly flavorful Chicken Pad Thai packed with fresh ingredients. You can order your noodles with tender chicken or opt for the Panang Curry with plump shrimp—both are good ideas. We also like the crispy Singapore noodles that soak up the savory sauce and their not-too-spicy Sesame Chicken. A plate is the perfect way to end a quick lunch in the dining room, which is nice and welcoming with friendly staff ready to help.
The full bar adds to the relaxed atmosphere, making it a solid choice for both dinner and lunch, whether you’re dining in or taking advantage of their fast delivery that keeps everything hot and fresh.
Farmhouse Thai Eatery
$ | (303) 237-2475 | WEBSITE
In case you miss the vibrant herb garden mural near the entrance, Farmhouse Thai Eatery takes its vegan options very seriously. This quaint bistro is focused on healthy Thai cuisine and offers all kinds of flavorful classics, including customizable noodle soups, aromatic curries, and beautifully presented dishes like the Pineapple Fried Rice loaded with fresh vegetables, tofu, and whatever protein piques your interest.
You can’t go wrong with the savory Pad Kee Mao, but don’t neglect the perfectly balanced Tom Yum soup, either.
Beyond Thai Edgewater
$ | (720) 353-4225 | WEBSITE
Beyond Thai Edgewater is a bright, airy restaurant in a bustling Edgewater Marketplace setting that would fit right in among Denver’s best Asian food destinations. This is a place where satisfaction comes in the form of perfectly cooked beef rib that falls off the bone in the Pho beef combo, spicy Panang curry that wakes up your senses, and watching families with children enjoy their meals in the welcoming atmosphere.
It’s flavorful without being overwhelming—a meal here will make you feel like you’ve discovered your new go-to spot for Thai cuisine.
Thai Lanna
$ | (303) 629-7878 | WEBSITE
Thai Lanna, tucked below street level in a Westminster business building, meets all the criteria for a perfect hidden gem: it’s authentic, it’s cozy, and it serves food that tastes like home. Plus, the simple tables are spaced out so you won’t feel crowded as you dig into your meal. As you might expect from a fast-food-style Thai spot known for its reasonable prices, the classic noodles and curries here are prepared with care, packed with flavor.
The menu offers dishes like Drunken Noodles and Pad See Ew for around $12–$15 each, and as a bonus, the Yellow Curry is considered the best in Denver. If you’re looking for a place to grab a quick, delicious dinner (and don’t mind going downstairs to find it), Thai Lanna is it.
Aloy Thai Eatery – Capitol Hill
$ | (720) 912-3453 | WEBSITE
Even if you’ve never been to Aloy’s, you’ll feel like you have. This relaxed Thai eatery in Capitol Hill has friendly staff, cozy indoor seating, and a large outdoor patio with plenty of street-side seats. A satisfying meal here features the usual favorites, done right: egg rolls with a generous amount of filling, cheese wontons that are perfectly crisp, and smooth-like-butter green curry coated in well-balanced flavors.
Aloy’s is great for casual dinners, date nights, or getting full off one order of panang curry with chicken and pineapple (because the portions here are not messing around).
Spicy Thai II and Sushi
$ | (303) 388-6300 | WEBSITE
Spicy Thai II and Sushi calls itself a neighborhood Thai and sushi spot. We’re not exactly sure how those two cuisines blend together, but it must have something to do with satisfying multiple cravings at once.
The menu mostly sticks to familiar territory with curries, noodles, and sushi rolls, but there are a few standout dishes worth ordering, like the Hamachi Kama with its crispy skin and tender flesh, the Spicy Scallop Nigiri with its fresh kick, and the Kung Pao Shrimp known for its flavorful heat.
And though the small plates can make a meal here, for something more substantial, there’s the Drunken Noodles: a sizzling hot platter of wide rice noodles with just enough sauce to coat each strand, or the Thai curry noodle bowl with its better texture and complex flavors.
Erawan Thai Cafe
$ | (303) 388-3226 | WEBSITE
Erawan Thai Cafe’s pad Thai will light up your taste buds with authentic flavor, but thankfully, this welcoming spot also offers soothing stories from the owner himself. Head to this family-friendly restaurant in Westminster for a heartwarming lunch of soft wheat noodles tossed with flavorful chicken and just the right amount of spice, and enough traditional preparation tips to make you feel at home.
The standout pad Thai loaded with tender chicken is perfect for one and gets balanced with mild heat for approachable enjoyment. If you’re bringing the kids, order any of the accommodating dishes with lots of genuine care and attention to dietary needs.
Busaba
$ | (303) 665-0330 | WEBSITE
The server at Busaba will tell you their green curry is quite spicy. (They’re correct.) However, this acclaimed Thai spot in Westminster doesn’t need to overwhelm your palate with heat—because their dishes are excellent on their own. Busaba prepares its garlic pepper chicken to tender perfection, and their flavorful, juicy cuts soak up lots of aromatic seasoning.
If it’s your first time, order the Pad see ewe with beef, topped with crisp vegetables, a mound of noodles, and a savory sauce that keeps things satisfying. If the spice still spooks you, get the mango rice, a simple but kind of brilliant combination of sweet mango and sticky rice that makes for the perfect finish.
