111 Vivian Street, Te Aro, Wellington 6011 (04) 384 4092
Ban Mai Thai has being around for 10 years and specialises in Thai Isan cuisine. This is
North Eastern Thai food and is influenced by the harsh climate of the area. Hot and spicy flavours tempered by sticky rice and fresh crushed herbs. The region boarders Laos to the north and Cambodia to the south and interaction with these countries over the centuries as had an impact on the food style as well.
Ban Mai Thai now has a new owner and chef, both hail from the Isaan region and will be keeping to the traditional flavours of the region.
Overview
| Price Range | Reasonable |
|---|---|
| Ambience | Relaxed atmosphere |
| Accepts credit cards | Yes |
| Noise level | Upbeat |
| Licence | This venue is licenced, This venue has BYO |
| Food Options | Vegetarian |
Products and specialities
dine-in or takeaway
lunch 11 - 2.30pm Mon-Sat (set price)
dinner 5 - 10pm Mon-Sun
Hours
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Reviews
This place is the place to go if you're after amazing vegetarian Thai food. The food is super flavoursome, with the spicy options not being for the faint of heart. The fried rice here simply cannot be beaten, and the atmosphere is relaxed, making it a perfect date-night destination. It does get busy later in the week though, so watch out for that!
I wish I’d found this place sooner. Tucked away on Vivian St. next to Vic’s School of Architecture, the wooden structure adorning Ban Mai’s exterior is as charming as the food created inside. The noodles here are amply sauced, with a pad thai to rival my all time favorites from back home. Vegetarians will be delighted to find that almost every rice, noodle, or curry dish can be made to order with vegetables and/or tofu in place of meat.
