survey result

Summary

£48
   ££
3
Good
3
Good
3
Good
* Based on a three course dinner, half a bottle of wine, coffee, cover charge, service and VAT.

“Thai cooking of the same standard as the country’s best”, all served in a “busy and friendly” environment wins consistently all-round praise for this popular outpost of Ben Kaewkraikhot’s small Yorkshire group (which started in Chapel Allerton in 2002).

Summary

£46
   ££
3
Good
3
Good
3
Good
* Based on a three course dinner, half a bottle of wine, coffee, cover charge, service and VAT.

“Consistent food and service” continues to win praise (although feedback was relatively limited this year) for this well-established “large and buzzy” Thai venue from owner Ban Kaewkraikhot (who ran a successful restaurant in Bangkok for eight years before relocating to the UK, and now owns three restaurants in Yorkshire).

Summary

3
Good
3
Good
3
Good
* Based on a three course dinner, half a bottle of wine, coffee, cover charge, service and VAT.

Leeds entrepreneur, Ban Kaewkraikhot’s local outpost is a large, modern and fairly glam venue that wins praise as a “busy restaurant with very consistent cooking”. “Don’t publicise the fact that it’s your birthday!” if you don’t want a fair amount of fuss…

Summary

3
Good
3
Good
3
Good
* Based on a three course dinner, half a bottle of wine, coffee, cover charge, service and VAT.

“Always a vibrant dining experience!” – Ban Kaewkraikhot’s outpost of her Yorkshire group of traditional Thai venues (which started in Chapel Allerton in 2002) continues to draw a regular fan club for its comprehensive menu of authentic-tasting dishes.

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Owner's description

“Sawasdee Ka! Welcome to Sukhothai — the home of authentic Thai food in Harrogate.

You'll find Sukhothai Harrogate in a lovely spot on Cheltenham Parade, just a few minutes walk from the centre of this beautiful spa town.

It combines our award-winning, authentic Thai cuisine with a stunningly beautiful interior. The restaurant has an intimate atmosphere, to enjoy the a la carte menu, lunch menu or the ever-popular Sunday Buffet, served 12-3pm. Or, come and enjoy a pre or post theatre meal with us, washed down with a Thai beer or cocktail.

Prices

Availability 2 courses 3 courses coffee included service included
Always £44.00  

Starter Main Pudding
£4.00 £14.95 £5.75
Drinks  
Wine per bottle £28.00
Filter Coffee £4.50
Extras  
Bread £0.00
Service 10.00%

Restaurant details

Highchair,Menu,Portions
No dress code
60
Yes
Opening hours
Monday5 pm‑10 pm
Tuesday5 pm‑10 pm
Wednesday5 pm‑10 pm
Thursday5 pm‑10 pm
Friday5 pm‑11 pm
Saturday5 pm‑11 pm
SundayCLOSED

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