Thai Restaurants in
Plymouth — 2026

📊 Market Snapshot

Thai businesses: 5 (4 dine-in, 1 takeaway)
Population: 265,000
Avg Hygiene Rating: ★★★★★ 4.8/5 (FSA data)
UK Share: 0.4% of 1,241 restaurants & takeaways
Market: Underserved — opportunity

5 FSA-listed Thai businesses · ★★★★☆ average hygiene rating · 0.4% of UK total

View restaurants ↓

Data updated: 2026-10-15

Market Position Low competition

  • • vs London: Plymouth has 1.5% of London's 273 Thai businesses, with 2.95% of London's 8.97M population.
  • • vs UK Average: Plymouth has 5 Thai businesses — the UK average is 5 per city.
  • • Competition Level: Low competition
5
Total Thai Businesses
4
Dine-in Restaurants
1
Takeaways
★★★★★
Avg Hygiene Rating

Market Overview

Plymouth has 5 Thai food businesses serving a population of approximately 265,000. That's 1.9 Thai businesses per 100,000 residents — in line with the UK average of 2.1/100k. The market appears underserved — low supply relative to population, suggesting unmet demand.

Per-Capita Density
1.9/100k
UK avg: 2.1/100k (-0.2)
Hygiene Rating
★4.8
UK avg: ★4.4 (+0.4)

Dine-in vs Takeaway Split

67% of Thai food businesses in Plymouth are dine-in restaurants (4), while 33% are takeaways (2).

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

How Plymouth Compares

vs London: Plymouth has 1.5% of London's 273 Thai businesses, with 3.0% of London's population.

vs UK total: Plymouth's 5 Thai businesses are part of 1,241 across the UK.

What This Means for Operators

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

All 253 Cities Compared UK Overview

Browse Restaurants in Plymouth

View individual restaurant pages with full FSA hygiene scores, maps, and details. What's this?

Mr Woks Thai Noodle & Street Food limited PL4
Restaurant ★★★★★
Sue & Sow Orginial Thai Food PL4
Restaurant ★★★★★
Thai Shake Haven Market Avenue • PL1
Restaurant ★★★★★
YOUSUF'S Indian and Thai Kitchen PL2
Takeaway ★★★★★
Thai House PL1
Restaurant ★★★★

Browse all restaurant pages →

Explore Further

Compare dish prices · Explore chain profiles · View all cities

Chain Presence

Major Thai chains in Plymouth: Thai House.

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 Plymouth cluster in these postcode areas:

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Thai restaurants are in Plymouth?

There are 5 FSA-listed Thai businesses in Plymouth — 4 dine-in restaurants and 1 takeaway.

What is the top-rated Thai restaurant in Plymouth?

The highest-rated Thai restaurants in Plymouth include Mr Woks Thai Noodle & Street Food limited, Sue & Sow Orginial Thai Food, Thai Shake Haven, all holding 5/5 FSA hygiene stars.

What is the average FSA hygiene rating in Plymouth?

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

Which Thai chains operate in Plymouth?

Major Thai chains present in Plymouth include Thai House. The remaining 4 businesses are independent restaurants and takeaways.

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

There are 4 dine-in restaurants and 1 takeaway in Plymouth, which means 80% of Thai businesses offer dine-in service.

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