Thai Restaurants in
Cardiff — 2026

📊 Market Snapshot

Thai businesses: 9 (9 dine-in)
Population: 372,000
Avg Hygiene Rating: ★★★★ 4.3/5 (FSA data)
UK Share: 0.6% of \g<1>1275\g<2>
Market: Underserved — opportunity

7 FSA-registered Thai businesses · ★★★★☆ average hygiene rating · 0.6% of UK total

Data updated: 2026-06-04

Market Position Low competition Competition

  • • vs London: Cardiff has 2.2% of London's 278 Thai businesses, with 4.1% of London's 8.97M population.
  • • vs UK Average: Cardiff \g<1>1275\g<2>.
  • • Competition Level: Low competition
7
Total Thai Businesses
7
Dine-in Restaurants
0
Takeaways
★★★★★
Avg Hygiene Rating

Market Overview

Cardiff has **9 Thai food businesses** serving a population of approximately **372,000**. That's **2.4 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
2.4/100k
UK avg: 5.1/100k (-2.7)
Hygiene Rating
★★★★☆
UK avg: ★★★★☆ (+0.1)

Dine-in vs Takeaway Split

All Thai food businesses in Cardiff are dine-in restaurants (9). There are no takeaway-only establishments.

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

How Cardiff Compares

**vs London:** Cardiff has 2.2% of London's 278 Thai businesses, with 4.2% of London's population.

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

What This Means for Operators

If you're considering opening a Thai restaurant in Cardiff, 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 Cardiff stacks up against other cities.

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Browse Restaurants in Cardiff

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Brother Thai Gabalfa • CF14
Restaurant ★★★★★
Giggling Squid Cathays • CF10
Restaurant ★★★★★
Giggling Squid Butetown • CF10
Restaurant ★★★★★
Mango Tree Whitchurch • CF14
Restaurant ★★★★★
Thai & Asian Delish Cathays • CF10
Restaurant ★★★★★
Banana Tree Cardiff Cathays • CF10
Restaurant ★★★★
Moo Moo Thai Tapas Roath • CF24
Restaurant ★★★

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Market Snapshot

There are 7 FSA-registered Thai businesses in Cardiff. Average hygiene rating: ★4.6/5. 7 dine-in, 0 takeaway.

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Chain Presence

Major Thai chains in Cardiff: Giggling Squid, Mango Tree.

The remaining 5 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 Cardiff cluster in these postcode areas:

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Thai restaurants are in Cardiff?

There are 7 FSA-registered Thai businesses in Cardiff — 7 dine-in restaurants and 0 takeaways.

What is the top-rated Thai restaurant in Cardiff?

The highest-rated Thai restaurants in Cardiff include Brother Thai, Giggling Squid, Giggling Squid, all holding 5/5 FSA hygiene stars.

What is the average FSA hygiene rating in Cardiff?

The average FSA hygiene rating across 7 Thai businesses in Cardiff is 4.6/5 stars.

Which Thai chains operate in Cardiff?

Major Thai chains present in Cardiff include Giggling Squid, Mango Tree. The remaining 5 businesses are independent restaurants and takeaways.

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