Thai Restaurants in
Maidstone — 2026

📊 Market Snapshot

Thai businesses: 7 (6 dine-in, 1 takeaway)
Population: 120,000
Avg Hygiene Rating: ★★★ 3.3/5 (FSA data)
UK Share: 0.4% of \g<1>1275\g<2>
Market: Competitive

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

Data updated: 2026-06-04

Market Position High competition Competition

  • • vs London: Maidstone has 1.7% of London's 278 Thai businesses, with 1.34% of London's 8.97M population.
  • • vs UK Average: Maidstone \g<1>1275\g<2>.
  • • Competition Level: High competition
7
Total Thai Businesses
6
Dine-in Restaurants
1
Takeaways
★★★★
Avg Hygiene Rating

Market Overview

Maidstone has **7 Thai food businesses** serving a population of approximately **120,000**. That's **5.8 Thai businesses per 100,000 residents** — above the UK average of 5.1/100k. The market is **competitive — above-average density of Thai food businesses**.

Per-Capita Density
5.8/100k
UK avg: 5.1/100k (+0.7)
Hygiene Rating
★★★☆☆
UK avg: ★★★★☆ (-0.9)

Dine-in vs Takeaway Split

86% of Thai food businesses in Maidstone are dine-in restaurants (6), while 14% 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 Maidstone Compares

**vs London:** Maidstone has 1.7% of London's 278 Thai businesses, with 1.4% of London's population.

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

What This Means for Operators

If you're considering opening a Thai restaurant in Maidstone, the data suggests this is a competitive market — a strong unique selling proposition is essential. Use our operating costs guide to model the numbers, and check the full city comparison to see how Maidstone stacks up against other cities.

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Browse Restaurants in Maidstone

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Giggling Squid Kent • ME14
Restaurant ★★★★★
Mango Tree Indian Takeaway Kent • ME14
Takeaway ★★★★★
Pad Thai Live Maidstone High Street • ME14
Restaurant ★★★★
Thai Palace Kent • ME14
Restaurant ★★★★
Jasmine Thai Kitchen Kent • ME14
Restaurant ★★★
Thai Orchid The Broadway • ME16
Restaurant ★★★
Thai Rice Club Kent • ME14
Restaurant ★★★

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Market Snapshot

There are 7 FSA-registered Thai businesses in Maidstone. Average hygiene rating: ★3.9/5. 6 dine-in, 1 takeaway.

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Chain Presence

Major Thai chains in Maidstone: 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 Maidstone cluster in these postcode areas:

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Thai restaurants are in Maidstone?

There are 7 FSA-registered Thai businesses in Maidstone — 6 dine-in restaurants and 1 takeaway.

What is the top-rated Thai restaurant in Maidstone?

The highest-rated Thai restaurants in Maidstone include Giggling Squid, Mango Tree Indian Takeaway, Pad Thai Live Maidstone, all holding 5/5 FSA hygiene stars.

What is the average FSA hygiene rating in Maidstone?

The average FSA hygiene rating across 7 Thai businesses in Maidstone is 3.9/5 stars.

Which Thai chains operate in Maidstone?

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

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

There are 6 dine-in restaurants and 1 takeaway in Maidstone, which means 86% of Thai businesses offer dine-in service.

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