Thai Restaurants in
Sheffield — 2026

📊 Market Snapshot

Thai businesses: 9 (9 dine-in, 0 takeaway)
Population: 584,000
Avg Hygiene Rating: ★★★★★ 4.6/5 (FSA data)
UK Share: 0.9% of \g<1>1275\g<2>
Market: Underserved — opportunity

9 FSA-registered Thai businesses · ★4.6 average hygiene rating · 0.8% of UK total

Data updated: 2026-06-03

Market Position Low competition Competition

  • vs London: Sheffield has 3.5% of London's 278 Thai businesses, with 6.5% of London's 8.97M population.
  • vs UK Average: Sheffield \g<1>1275\g<2>.
  • Competition Level: Low competition
9
Total Thai Businesses
9
Dine-in Restaurants
0
Takeaways
★★★★★
Avg Hygiene Rating

Market Overview

Sheffield has 9 Thai food businesses serving a population of approximately 584,000. That's 2.2 Thai businesses per 100,000 residents — lower than the UK city average of 2.6/100k.

The market is below-average supply — potential opportunity for new entrants.

Per-Capita Density
2.2/100k
UK avg: 2.6/100k (-0.4)
Hygiene Rating
★4.6
UK avg: ★4.3 (+0.3)

Dine-in vs Takeaway Split

92% of Thai food businesses in Sheffield are dine-in restaurants (12), while 8% 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 Sheffield Compares

vs London: Sheffield has 3.2% of London's 278 Thai businesses, despite having 6.5% of London's population.

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

What This Means for Operators

If you're considering opening a Thai restaurant in Sheffield, the data suggests the market is below-average supply — potential opportunity for new entrants. Use our operating costs guide to model the numbers, and check the full city comparison to see how Sheffield stacks up against other cities.

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Browse Restaurants in Sheffield

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Ocean Thai Street Food Cambridge Street Collective • S1
Restaurant ★★★★★
Paphada's Authentic Thai Cuisine City Centre • S1
Restaurant ★★★★★
Tarn Thai Restaurant S11
Restaurant ★★★★★
Thai Traveller Bistro S8
Restaurant ★★★★★
Tokyo Thai S11
Restaurant ★★★★★
Zaap Six Limited Zaap Six Limited • S11
Restaurant ★★★★★
Lemongrass Thai Streetfood (Cafe) Lemongrass Thai Streetfood Cafe CS 10 The Moor Market • S1
Restaurant ★★★★
Thaikhun Meadowhall Way • S9
Restaurant ★★★★
All Siam Thai Restaurant S11
Restaurant ★★★

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Market Snapshot

There are 9 FSA-registered Thai businesses in Sheffield. Average hygiene rating: ★4.6/5. 9 dine-in, 0 takeaway.

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Chain Presence

Major Thai chains in Sheffield: Thaikhun.

The remaining 8 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 Sheffield cluster in these postcode areas:

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Thai restaurants are in Sheffield?

There are 9 FSA-registered Thai businesses in Sheffield — 9 dine-in restaurants and 0 takeaways.

What is the top-rated Thai restaurant in Sheffield?

The highest-rated Thai restaurants in Sheffield include Ocean Thai Street Food, Paphada's Authentic Thai Cuisine, Tarn Thai Restaurant, all holding 5/5 FSA hygiene stars.

What is the average FSA hygiene rating in Sheffield?

The average FSA hygiene rating across 9 Thai businesses in Sheffield is 4.6/5 stars.

Which Thai chains operate in Sheffield?

Major Thai chains present in Sheffield include Thaikhun. The remaining 8 businesses are independent restaurants and takeaways.

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