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Castle Thai emerges as a culinary gem in the heart of Shrewsbury, offering an authentic Thai dining experience that captivates both locals and visitors alike. Nestled at 20A Castle Gates, this restaurant is praised for its superb food quality and beautifully presented dishes that resemble edible artwork. Customers rave about the exceptional flavors and the homely atmosphere, making each visit feel special.
Kerry Cole particularly loved the delicious offerings, noting the reasonable prices, although the service could use a touch of finesse. Victor Gutierrez echoed similar sentiments, describing the meals as reminiscent of a beloved grandmother's cooking, highlighting the restaurant's charm and meticulous attention to detail. Sally Joyner and David Davis praised the well-portioned dishes and the cozy setting that enhances the overall experience.
Vegetarians will delight in the diverse menu, featuring an array of flavorful options, from Pad Pak to Kang Massaman To Fu. While some diners noticed slight service awkwardness from staff members, the genuine warmth and attentiveness from the team shine through, making it easy to overlook any minor hiccups.
Castle Thai has rightfully earned a reputation as a must-visit for those seeking authentic Thai cuisine in a delightful setting. Don’t forget to make a reservation, as this hidden gem often fills up quickly!
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- Takeout
- Dine-in
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- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Table service
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- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Romantic
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- Groups
- Tourists
Reviews for Castle Thai
Review highlights
Based on 193 reviewsCastle Thai is widely recognized for its authentic and carefully crafted Thai cuisine, praised for its rich flavors and artful presentation. Customers appreciate the reasonable portion sizes and quality ingredients, often describing the dining experience as homely and reminiscent of traditional home-cooked meals. The restaurant’s cozy atmosphere is noted, though some reviews mention a quieter ambiance than expected. Service is generally polite and attentive, with some staff appearing a bit socially reserved but dedicated. While not a fast-food environment, patrons recommend pre-booking due to its popularity. Overall, Castle Thai stands out as a hidden gem in Shrewsbury, ideal for those seeking genuine Thai flavors in a relaxed setting, with takeaway options also well regarded.
The food was absolutely to die for! CANNOT fault the food. Reasonably priced too. I got a pineapple juice- was driving, it was off. Staff were very socially awkward but did the job. The atmosphere was next to none and music, that quiet that I could hear a lady 4 tables away eating. But would definitely recommend getting a takeaway from here!
Hidden Gem in the Heart of Town Tucked away in the heart of town, I stumbled upon what can only be described as a culinary treasure. This restaurant exudes authenticity, with every dish crafted to perfection—the kind of perfection that feels like it came straight from a beloved grandmother’s kitchen. Each bite was a testament to the care and skill behind the cooking, leaving me in awe of how every single dish could be this delicious. One thing I truly appreciated was the absence of the all-too-common dining interruption: no waitstaff hovering every five minutes to ask, “Is everything alright with your food?” (Why do so many places think this is a good idea? If the food is bad, trust me, people will say something—well, maybe not in England, but you get my point.) From the quality of the food to the relaxed dining experience, this restaurant hits every mark. If I could give it more than five stars, I would. Food: 5 stars. Value: 5 stars. Experience: 5 stars. Plus, plus, plus. This hidden gem is a must-visit.
Beautifully presented food. Looks like a piece of artwork. Food quality was superb. Portion just nice sizes. My friend and I shared dishes. Perfect for us pair. Tasty and good quality. Highly recommend
Wonderful food, lovely setting. Pre book as we saw people unable to eat there on a Wednesday evening. The owner was very polite and the food was very authentic with beautiful flavours. Do not expect fast food, enjoy the wait, and soak up the friendly service
Authentic Thai food place! Cozy homy atmosphere and food are well seasoned. I really enjoy my time here. We were served by an elderly gentleman. He may not be very fluent english to explain the detailed ingredients in the dish but he was very polite and attentive. Overall, we will come back!
A quick mention to this hidden gem. Stayed in Shrewsbury for 2 nights, and booked a table here for 8:45 pm on Friday night. We turned up a little late (just before 9pm) and were told that the kitchen was going to close soon... This is at odds to the information provided about this place, although it was a quiet night in the restaurant....again...I do NOT know why. So yes, the décor is nothing special, and the waitress was not the most accommodating, but this can all be overlooked as the food there...and in particular the chicken green curry, was fantastic. They did also mention that they would have made a seafood green curry if asked/requested...! The starters were good, but nothing too special, it was the curries... The green curry was one of the best that I have had in a very long time...and I like my Thai curries! Kudos to the chef! The price was also very reasonable. Definitely recommend the curries, just bring along some good company to talk to.
Small restaurant offering a standard Thai menu, prepared more authentically than in most overseas Thai restaurants. Would like to see a few more options like Yum Woon Sen.
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Opening hours
- Monday (Today) 5:30 AM - 10:30 PM
- Tuesday 5:30 AM - 10:30 PM
- Wednesday 5:30 AM - 10:30 PM
- Thursday 5:30 AM - 10:30 PM
- Friday 5:30 AM - 11:00 PM
- Saturday 12:00 AM - 2:30 PM 5:30 PM - 10:00 PM
- Sunday 5:30 AM - 9:00 PM
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