Thai Restaurants in
Cambridge — 2026

📊 Market Snapshot

Thai businesses: 6 (5 dine-in, 1 takeaway)
Population: 146,000
Avg Hygiene Rating: ★★★★★ 4.8/5 (FSA data)
UK Share: 0.4% of \g<1>1275\g<2>
Market: Moderate — balanced

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

Data updated: 2026-06-04

Market Position Moderate competition Competition

  • vs London: Cambridge has 1.5% of London's 278 Thai businesses, with 1.63% of London's 8.97M population.
  • vs UK Average: Cambridge \g<1>1275\g<2>.
  • Competition Level: Moderate competition
6
Total Thai Businesses
5
Dine-in Restaurants
1
Takeaways
★★★★★
Avg Hygiene Rating

Market Overview

Cambridge has **6 Thai food businesses** serving a population of approximately **146,000**. That's **4.1 Thai businesses per 100,000 residents** — below the UK average of 5.1/100k. The market is **moderately competitive — healthy balance of supply and demand**.

Per-Capita Density
4.1/100k
UK avg: 5.1/100k (-1.0)
Hygiene Rating
★★★★★
UK avg: ★★★★☆ (+0.6)

Dine-in vs Takeaway Split

83% of Thai food businesses in Cambridge are dine-in restaurants (5), while 17% are takeaways (1).

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

How Cambridge Compares

**vs London:** Cambridge has 1.5% of London's 278 Thai businesses, with 1.7% of London's population.

**vs UK total:** Cambridge \g<1>1275\g<2> across the UK.

What This Means for Operators

If you're considering opening a Thai restaurant in Cambridge, the data suggests this is a balanced market — differentiation will be key. Use our operating costs guide to model the numbers, and check the full city comparison to see how Cambridge stacks up against other cities.

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Browse Restaurants in Cambridge

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Chang Chai Thai Kitchen Cambridgeshire • CB7
Restaurant ★★★★★
Giggling Squid The Old Library Wheeler Street • CB2
Restaurant ★★★★★
Royal Thai Takeaway Cambridgeshire • CB22
Takeaway ★★★★★
Thaikhun Cambridgeshire • CB5
Restaurant ★★★★★
The House Authentic Thai Cambridgeshire • CB2
Restaurant ★★★★★
Eat Thai Restaurant Cambridgeshire • CB7
Restaurant ★★★★

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Market Snapshot

There are 6 FSA-registered Thai businesses in Cambridge. Average hygiene rating: ★4.8/5. 5 dine-in, 1 takeaway.

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Chain Presence

Major Thai chains in Cambridge: Giggling Squid, 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 Cambridge cluster in these postcode areas:

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Thai restaurants are in Cambridge?

There are 6 FSA-registered Thai businesses in Cambridge — 5 dine-in restaurants and 1 takeaway.

What is the top-rated Thai restaurant in Cambridge?

The highest-rated Thai restaurants in Cambridge include Chang Chai Thai Kitchen, Giggling Squid, Royal Thai Takeaway, all holding 5/5 FSA hygiene stars.

What is the average FSA hygiene rating in Cambridge?

The average FSA hygiene rating across 6 Thai businesses in Cambridge is 4.8/5 stars.

Which Thai chains operate in Cambridge?

Major Thai chains present in Cambridge include Giggling Squid, Thaikhun. The remaining 4 businesses are independent restaurants and takeaways.

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

There are 5 dine-in restaurants and 1 takeaway in Cambridge, which means 83% of Thai businesses offer dine-in service.

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