Thai Restaurants in
Kingston upon Thames — 2026

📊 Market Snapshot

Thai businesses: 7 (7 dine-in)
Population: 180,000
Avg Hygiene Rating: ★★★★★ 4.6/5 (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: Kingston upon Thames has 1.7% of London's 278 Thai businesses, with 2.0% of London's 8.97M population.
  • vs UK Average: Kingston upon Thames \g<1>1275\g<2>.
  • Competition Level: Moderate competition
6
Total Thai Businesses
6
Dine-in Restaurants
0
Takeaways
★★★★
Avg Hygiene Rating

Market Overview

Kingston upon Thames has **7 Thai food businesses** serving a population of approximately **180,000**. That's **3.9 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
3.9/100k
UK avg: 5.1/100k (-1.2)
Hygiene Rating
★★★★☆
UK avg: ★★★★☆ (+0.4)

Dine-in vs Takeaway Split

All Thai food businesses in Kingston upon Thames are dine-in restaurants (7). 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 Kingston upon Thames Compares

**vs London:** Kingston upon Thames has 1.7% of London's 278 Thai businesses, with 2.0% of London's population.

**vs UK total:** Kingston upon Thames \g<1>1275\g<2> across the UK.

What This Means for Operators

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

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Browse Restaurants in Kingston-Upon-Thames

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Busaba Eathai Kingston Upon Thames • KT1
Restaurant ★★★★★
Giggling Squid Kingston Upon Thames • KT1
Restaurant ★★★★★
Nay Thai Surbiton • KT6
Restaurant ★★★★★
Ploy's Thai Bistro Surbiton • KT6
Restaurant ★★★★★
Rosas Thai Kingston Upon Thames • KT1
Restaurant ★★★★★
Thai On Thames Kingston Upon Thames • KT2
Restaurant ★★

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Market Snapshot

There are 6 FSA-registered Thai businesses in Kingston-Upon-Thames. Average hygiene rating: ★4.5/5. 6 dine-in, 0 takeaway.

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Chain Presence

Major Thai chains in Kingston-Upon-Thames: Busaba, Giggling Squid.

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 Kingston-Upon-Thames cluster in these postcode areas:

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Thai restaurants are in Kingston-Upon-Thames?

There are 6 FSA-registered Thai businesses in Kingston-Upon-Thames — 6 dine-in restaurants and 0 takeaways.

What is the top-rated Thai restaurant in Kingston-Upon-Thames?

The highest-rated Thai restaurants in Kingston-Upon-Thames include Busaba Eathai, Giggling Squid, Nay Thai, all holding 5/5 FSA hygiene stars.

What is the average FSA hygiene rating in Kingston-Upon-Thames?

The average FSA hygiene rating across 6 Thai businesses in Kingston-Upon-Thames is 4.5/5 stars.

Which Thai chains operate in Kingston-Upon-Thames?

Major Thai chains present in Kingston-Upon-Thames include Busaba, Giggling Squid. The remaining 4 businesses are independent restaurants and takeaways.

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