About Colonel Tan's Thai Kitchen

Let me introduce you to Colonel Tan's Thai Kitchen, a lively Thai restaurant tucked away at Level 2/229 Chapel St, Prahran VIC 3181, Australia, and honestly, it’s one of those places you recommend without overthinking. From the moment you walk in, the vibe feels relaxed yet energetic, making it just as suitable for a casual weekday meal as it is for a long, chatty dinner with friends. The menu leans confidently into classic Thai flavors while still feeling approachable, so whether you’re dropping in for a quick bite or settling in for a full dine-in experience, there’s always something that fits the mood. I usually notice how flexible the service options are here, because you can dine in, grab takeaway on the go, or order delivery when staying in feels like the better plan. Drinks are treated with the same care as the food, which means you’ll find everything from beer and wine to cocktails and spirits, plus coffee if you’re easing into the evening. What stands out to me is how inclusive the offerings feel, with vegan options, vegetarian options, and lighter, healthy choices sitting comfortably alongside small plates meant for sharing. It’s the kind of place where ordering a few dishes for the table just makes sense, especially when everyone wants to taste a bit of everything. Alcohol is available, but it never overshadows the food, instead complementing the bold, fresh flavors that Thai cuisine is known for. Because the setting is easygoing and the menu is well-balanced, Colonel Tan's Thai Kitchen naturally attracts a mix of locals, couples, and groups who value good food without unnecessary fuss. I like introducing this restaurant as a dependable spot where quality, variety, and atmosphere come together, creating an experience that feels familiar yet exciting every single time you visit. It’s also a handy choice for Chapel Street visitors who want reliable Thai food in a central, easy-to-find Prahran location.

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Business Info

Service options

Service options

+ Takeaway

+ Dine-in

+ Delivery

Highlights

Highlights

+ Great beer selection

+ Great cocktails

+ Live music

Popular for

Popular for

+ Dinner

+ Solo dining

Accessibility

Accessibility

+ Wheelchair-accessible car park

+ Wheelchair-accessible entrance

Offerings

Offerings

+ Alcohol

+ Beer

+ Cocktails

+ Coffee

+ Healthy options

+ Quick bite

+ Small plates

+ Spirits

+ Vegan options

+ Vegetarian options

+ Wine

Dining options

Dining options

+ Dinner

+ Dessert

+ Seating

+ Table service

Amenities

Amenities

+ Bar on site

+ Toilet

Atmosphere

Atmosphere

+ Casual

+ Trendy

Crowd

Crowd

+ Family friendly

+ Groups

+ LGBTQ+ friendly

+ Transgender safe space

+ University students

Planning

Planning

+ Dinner reservations recommended

+ Accepts reservations

Payments

Payments

+ Credit cards

+ Debit cards

+ NFC mobile payments

+ Credit cards

Children

Children

+ Good for kids

+ High chairs

+ Kids' menu

Hour time open

Right Now :

  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: 05:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 05:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  • Thursday: 05:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  • Friday: 05:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  • Saturday: 05:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  • Sunday: Closed
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Level 2/229 Chapel St, Prahran VIC 3181, Australia

Reviews

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You may probably have to come here personally on Chapel Street in Prahran (very close to the train station too) & enjoy their Thai dishes as well as the vibes & ambience here. And you won’t regret it. Go through all my uploaded video clips & photos here, then you’d have a much better idea as to why I’ve commented so.

- Z H C Kong -

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Amazing food. If you haven’t tried it, you MUST! Love the Thursday locals night. Always a great time - head there for dinner and stay on for drinks and dancing.

- Susan Cheong -

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Super delicious. We had Pad Thai and chu chee snapper red curry. Can’t recommend this curry enough. Enormous portion size for the Padthai

- Osama Makin -

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Great service. The restaurant is on first floor. Staffs were amazing. We ordered mulled wine, South west along with five spice chicken and fat duck noodles. I was tasting the mulled wine for the first time and I didn’t like the taste of spicy wine. I don’t think it is the issue with restaurant, it was my first time. South west tasted amazing. Became fan of five spice chicken and super tender duck amazing. The fat duck noodle is on sweeter side.

- Sudheesh G S -

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Such a surprise to find out that there is a Thai restaurant adjunct to Revs, and what a great discovery too! There was a very strong range of classic Thai dishes, with dietary options covered amongst the noodles, wok dishes, curries and salads. Share plates also looked great however the mains were enough - definitely a good portion per person. Plenty of cocktail options with a Thai twist as well as the usuals. The spice level was very manageable and everything was complemented well with a side of rice. Staff were fun and helpful, and the bar tenders were happy to modify cocktails to our preference. Service was on the slower side despite not being a particularly busy night, so would recommend giving yourself time for dinner if you have plans before/after and are looking for a quick Thai meal (this is more of a sit down). Dim red lighting and a very funky layout with the choice to dine at tables or couches. DJ and a photo booth are within the restaurant, and volume inside was decent. Might not be everyone’s choice of ambiance and requires stair access next to Revs, however we thought it was a very fun, quirky and unique setup, targeting adult groups. Ordered: green chicken curry, fat duck noodles, flight of cocktails

- Britney Pham -

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