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Best Pad Thai in Newstead
Searching for the ultimate Pad Thai in Queensland? Our assessment of 17,245 reviews across 38 restaurants reveals that the top-rated dish stands out for its addictive house chili sauce and perfect wok-smoke.
Thai · Newstead
136 Commercial Rd, Newstead QLD 4006
Ruean Phae Thai Restaurant
Reviewers consistently praise the Pad Thai for its authentic, flavorful profile and unique variations like the tasty Peking Duck spin. While not the top-ranked choice, the restaurant offers incredible value and a wholesome dining atmosphere that makes every meal feel like a trip to Thailand.
Winner Verdict
MixedScore
7.4
Mentions
7
Sentiment
57%
“Authentic Thai Food & Great Value We ate here last night as a group of three and absolutely loved it. The food was authentic, beautifully prepared and full of flavour — just like being in Thailand. We ordered the Pad Thai (chicken), Peking Duck, Pumpkin in Penang Curry, Larb Gai and coconut rice, and everything was delicious. All for under $80 was”
— Margaret Lockley
Restaurant details
Plan the visit
Price
$20-40 per person (65 reports)
Hours
Open - Closes 9 pm
Address
136 Commercial Rd, Newstead QLD 4006
Phone
07) 3191 8494
Plus code
G2WX+R3 Newstead, Queensland
Why this ranking is reliable
Dated Review Activity (last 24 months)
MixedReviews Analysed
244+
Restaurants Evaluated
1
Sentiment Score
57%
Data-backed ranking updated 2026-05-12
Runners up
Top 1 around Newstead
Sources
1 reviews from Google, blogs, Reddit and food guides.
Signal
7 mentions of "Pad Thai" tied to Ruean Phae Thai Restaurant.
Score
Weighted by recency, sentiment polarity and authority of the source.