Thai Restaurants in
Nottingham — 2026

📊 Market Snapshot

Thai businesses: 3 (3 dine-in, 0 takeaway)
Population: 328,000
Avg Hygiene Rating: ★★★★★ 4.9/5 (FSA data)
UK Share: 0.5% of \g<1>1275\g<2>
Market: Underserved — opportunity

3 FSA-registered Thai businesses · ★★★★★ average hygiene rating · 0.5% of UK total

Data updated: 2026-06-04

Market Position Low competition Competition

  • • vs London: Nottingham has 2.0% of London's 278 Thai businesses, with 3.7% of London's 8.97M population.
  • • vs UK Average: Nottingham \g<1>1275\g<2>.
  • • Competition Level: Low competition
3
Total Thai Businesses
3
Dine-in Restaurants
0
Takeaways
★★★★★
Avg Hygiene Rating

Market Overview

Nottingham has **8 Thai food businesses** serving a population of approximately **328,000**. 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: ★★★★☆ (+0.7)

Dine-in vs Takeaway Split

88% of Thai food businesses in Nottingham are dine-in restaurants (7), while 12% 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 Nottingham Compares

**vs London:** Nottingham has 2.0% of London's 278 Thai businesses, with 3.7% of London's population.

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

What This Means for Operators

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

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Browse Restaurants in Nottingham

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Royal Thai Restaurant (Dao's Kitchen) NG1
Restaurant ★★★★★
Thai Express/Japami NG1
Restaurant ★★★★★
Zaap Nottingham Ltd NG1
Restaurant ★★★★★

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Market Snapshot

There are 3 FSA-registered Thai businesses in Nottingham. Average hygiene rating: ★5.0/5. 3 dine-in, 0 takeaway.

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Chain Presence

Major Thai chains in Nottingham: Thai Express.

The remaining 2 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 Nottingham cluster in these postcode areas:

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Thai restaurants are in Nottingham?

There are 3 FSA-registered Thai businesses in Nottingham — 3 dine-in restaurants and 0 takeaways.

What is the top-rated Thai restaurant in Nottingham?

The highest-rated Thai restaurants in Nottingham include Royal Thai Restaurant (Dao's Kitchen), Thai Express/Japami, Zaap Nottingham Ltd, all holding 5/5 FSA hygiene stars.

What is the average FSA hygiene rating in Nottingham?

The average FSA hygiene rating across 3 Thai businesses in Nottingham is 5.0/5 stars.

Which Thai chains operate in Nottingham?

Major Thai chains present in Nottingham include Thai Express. The remaining 2 businesses are independent restaurants and takeaways.

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