Thip's Thai

4.6

Google Rating

Shop 15 Level 1/54 Benjamin Way, Belconnen ACT 2617, Australia

$20-40

About

Don't let the humble Belconnen location fool you - this unassuming upstairs gem serves some of Canberra's most authentic Thai food, with tom yum soup that bears no resemblance to the generic versions found elsewhere. Fresh hand-cut vegetables, unique house-made condiments and recipes that haven't been westernized create flavors that transport you straight to Thailand's street food stalls. The cash-only policy and basic takeaway-style setup only add to the authenticity, while lunch queues of locals and Friday night crowds of Thai diners confirm this is the real deal. Rated among Canberra's top laksas and beloved for pad thai that actually tastes unique, this Monday-to-Friday operation is worth travelling for.

Popular Dishes

Laksa, Pad See Ew, Crispy Chicken, Beef Massaman, Curry Puffs, Thai BBQ, Basil Stir-fry

Best Times to Visit

Visit Tuesday-Thursday 11:30 AM-2:30 PM for peaceful lunches or Wednesday-Thursday 5-7 PM for relaxed dinners before the weekend rush.

Opening Hours

Monday: 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM, 5:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Tuesday: 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM, 5:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Wednesday: 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM, 5:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Thursday: 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM, 5:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Friday: 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM, 5:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Saturday: 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM, 5:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Sunday: 5:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Busiest Time

Friday and Saturday 6PM - 8PM

Quietest Time

Tuesday and Wednesday 11:30AM - 1PM

Restaurant Features

Halal Options, Healthy Options, Vegan Options, Vegetarian Options, Takeaway, Delivery, Dine-in, Reservations, Credit Cards Accepted, Mobile Payments, Good for Kids, High Chairs, Group Dining, Free Street Parking, Paid Street Parking, Solo Dining Friendly

Meals Served

Lunch, Dinner

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Address

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Getting There

By Car: From Canberra city centre, take Northbourne Avenue north for 8km, then follow signs to Belconnen. Turn left onto Benjamin Way and find Westfield Belconnen shopping centre. The restaurant is on Level 1, Shop 15. Both free street parking and paid parking are available around the shopping centre.

By Public Transport: Take the light rail from the city to Gungahlin, then transfer to bus route 51 or 52 towards Belconnen. Alternatively, take bus route 300 directly from the city interchange to Belconnen interchange, then walk 5 minutes to Westfield. The shopping centre is well-connected to the Belconnen bus interchange.

By Taxi or Ride-Share: Request a ride to Westfield Belconnen or 54 Benjamin Way, Belconnen. The journey from central Canberra takes approximately 15-20 minutes depending on traffic. Ask the driver to drop you at the main entrance of Westfield, then take the escalator to Level 1 to find Shop 15.

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