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Best tom yum in Brisbane

Name: Sam's Thai Kitchen
Address: Shop 1/15 Little St, Fortitude Valley QLD 4006, Fortitude Valley, AU
Telephone: 07) 3741 7821
Price range: $20-40 per person

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Shop 1/15 Little St, Fortitude Valley QLD 4006

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Top 5 for tom yum in Brisbane

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1Sam's Thai KitchenFortitude ValleySam’s Thai Kitchen’s Tom Yum noodle soup boasts a vibrant, intensely fragrant broth brimming with fresh prawns...7.4
2Klin-i Cafe'&Thai KitchenStafford HeightsThe intensely fragrant tom yum soup, brimming with plump prawns and lemongrass, delivered a vibrant, spicy...7.2
3Doodee BoranBrisbane CityDoodee Boran’s signature Tom Yum noodle soup is distinguished by its intensely fragrant, lemongrass-infused...7.1
4Kinn-Imm Thai Hawker Food Brisbane CityBrisbane CityKinn-Imm Thai Hawker Food’s tom yum seafood noodles deliver a vibrant, intensely aromatic broth brimming with...7.1
5Phat ElephantBrisbane CityThe Phat Elephant’s Tom Yum boasts a deeply satisfying broth, brimming with the intense citrus and spice...7.1

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#1 Ranked

Thai · Fortitude Valley

Shop 1/15 Little St, Fortitude Valley QLD 4006

Sam's Thai Kitchen

Sam’s Thai Kitchen’s Tom Yum noodle soup boasts a vibrant, intensely fragrant broth brimming with fresh prawns and a pronounced chili heat, a characteristic of truly authentic Thai cuisine. Reviewers praise the generously sized portion and the perfectly cooked noodles, noting a pleasant springy texture that remained robust within the flavorful liquid. What elevates Sam’s Tom Yum in Brisbane is its ability to perfectly capture the comforting warmth and intense, genuine spice of a classic Thai dish, offering a noticeably elevated experience compared to other local offerings.

Score

7.4

Mentions

Sentiment

100%

Plan the visit

Website

Price

$20-40 per person (134 reports)

Hours

Open - Closes 9 pm

Phone

07) 3741 7821

$20-40 per person

Evidence behind this ranking

Updated 2026-09-26

628 collected review records across these candidates. Records may include repeat reviewers.

Dated Review Activity (last 24 months)

Very Positive

46 of 49 mentions have usable recent dates (0 undated, 3 older).

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This dataset contains 18 ranked candidates and 10,249 source-listed restaurant reviews. That total includes other dishes and is not the number of review texts collected. 4 recorded dish mentions are associated with Sam's Thai Kitchen. Coverage is incomplete; a ranking is not a firsthand review.

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Runners up

Top 18 around Brisbane

02
Klin-i Cafe'&Thai Kitchen
The intensely fragrant tom yum soup, brimming with plump prawns and lemongrass, delivered a vibrant, spicy broth that immediately evoked a comforting Thai home-cooking experience.
2/20 Farrant St, Stafford Heights QLD 4053
7.2
1 mentions
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03
Doodee Boran
Doodee Boran’s signature Tom Yum noodle soup is distinguished by its intensely fragrant, lemongrass-infused broth and generous portion, typically piled high with fresh Thai herbs and plump shrimp.
Ground Floor, Shop A/46 Charlotte St, Brisbane City QLD 4000
7.1
7 mentions
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04
Kinn-Imm Thai Hawker Food Brisbane City
Kinn-Imm Thai Hawker Food’s tom yum seafood noodles deliver a vibrant, intensely aromatic broth brimming with plump shrimp and mussels, immediately establishing a powerful spice level.
63 Adelaide St, Brisbane City QLD 4000
7.1
3 mentions
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05
Phat Elephant
The Phat Elephant’s Tom Yum boasts a deeply satisfying broth, brimming with the intense citrus and spice characteristic of a truly authentic rendition.
Post Office Square, Shop 7 Level 1/215 Adelaide St, Brisbane City QLD 4000
7.1
5 mentions
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06
Pochana Brisbane
Pochana’s tom yum soup boasts a vibrant, intensely fragrant broth brimming with plump prawns and generous slices of lemongrass, immediately transporting you to Thailand.
163 Elizabeth St, Brisbane City QLD 4000
7.1
8 mentions
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07
Ruean Phae Thai Restaurant
Ruean Phae Thai Restaurant’s tom yum soup arrives brimming with a vibrant, intensely sour broth, delivering a noticeable chili kick that builds pleasantly with each spoonful.
136 Commercial Rd, Newstead QLD 4006
7.1
1 mentions
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08
That Viet Place
The intensely fragrant tom yum broth, brimming with lemongrass and chili, delivers a powerful burst of spice that immediately awakens the palate.
342 McCullough St, MacGregor QLD 4109
7.1
2 mentions
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09
Boo's Kitchen
Boo’s Kitchen’s tom yum explodes with a vibrant, lemongrass-infused broth, delivering a significant spicy kick that builds beautifully with each spoonful.
Shop 1/12 Annerley Rd, South Brisbane QLD 4101
7.0
1 mentions
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10
Gala Thai Restaurant
The intensely fragrant tom yum broth in Gala Thai Restaurant's signature dish delivers a vibrant, spicy kick, punctuated by generous slices of lemongrass and chili.
shop 2/235 Boundary St, West End QLD 4101
7.0
1 mentions
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11
Siam Samrarn Thai Restaurant Brisbane
The vibrant, lemongrass-infused broth of Siam Samrarn’s Tom Yum soup delivers an intensely aromatic experience, brimming with juicy prawns and a noticeable, pleasing spice level.
SHOP 1/79 Boundary St, West End QLD 4101
7.0
2 mentions
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12
not just Thai
The vibrant, intensely sour broth of the tom yum, studded with plump prawns and fragrant lemongrass, immediately delivers a refreshing and complex flavour profile.
1/60 Vulture St, West End QLD 4101
6.8
1 mentions
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13
Ari - Thai Street Food
Ari – Thai Street Food’s tom yum fried rice bursts with a vibrant, lemongrass-infused broth, delivering a potent aroma that immediately transports you.
6/158 Adelaide St, Brisbane City QLD 4000
6.7
5 mentions
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14
Ma Pa Me
Ma Pa Me’s tom yum soup in Brisbane boasts a vibrant, intensely fragrant broth brimming with plump prawns and a generous scattering of fresh lime leaves.
Little Stanley St Shop 6C, South Brisbane QLD 4101
6.5
2 mentions
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15
Say Hi Thai Noodle Bar
The intensely fragrant tom yum broth, brimming with plump prawns and fiery chilies, delivers an immediate burst of citrus and spice that awakens the palate.
123 Charlotte St, Brisbane City QLD 4000
6.5
2 mentions
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16
Vela Restaurant
Vela’s Tom Yum soup bursts with a vibrant, lemongrass-infused broth, delivering a deeply satisfying kick of spice that lingers pleasantly on the palate.
West Village, Factory 2/97 Boundary St, West End QLD 4101
6.5
2 mentions
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17
Jumbo Thai Restaurant & Bar
The vibrant tom yum broth, brimming with plump Moreton Bay bugs and lemongrass, delivered a significant punch of spice that lingered pleasantly on the palate.
Embassy Chambers, Level 1/214 Elizabeth St, Brisbane City QLD 4000
6.3
1 mentions
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18
Thai on Time - All-You-Can-Eat-Thai Buffet
The Tom Yum Goong at Thai on Time boasts a vibrant, intensely spicy broth brimming with plump prawns and fragrant lemongrass, creating an immediate and comforting experience.
55 Elizabeth St, Brisbane City QLD 4000
5.9
1 mentions
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Review guide

The evidence behind the best tom yum in Brisbane

This guide expands the ranking into the review patterns behind the best tom yum in Brisbane, using only pages with enough restaurant and review signal to support a fuller breakdown.

Reviews

10,249+

Restaurants

Updated

2026-09-26

Why the winner leads

Why Sam's Thai Kitchen ranks #1 for tom yum

How the shortlist compares

Where the other top tom yum spots stand out

The rest of the ranking still matters because tom yum searches are rarely one-size-fits-all. These are the clearest review-backed differences among the next-best places.

Klin-i Cafe'&Thai Kitchen: The intensely fragrant tom yum soup, brimming with plump prawns and lemongrass, delivered a vibrant, spicy broth that immediately evoked a comforting Thai home-cooking experience.
Doodee Boran: Doodee Boran’s signature Tom Yum noodle soup is distinguished by its intensely fragrant, lemongrass-infused broth and generous portion, typically piled high with fresh Thai herbs and plump shrimp.
Kinn-Imm Thai Hawker Food Brisbane City: Kinn-Imm Thai Hawker Food’s tom yum seafood noodles deliver a vibrant, intensely aromatic broth brimming with plump shrimp and mussels, immediately establishing a powerful spice level.
Phat Elephant: The Phat Elephant’s Tom Yum boasts a deeply satisfying broth, brimming with the intense citrus and spice characteristic of a truly authentic rendition.

How to choose

Choosing tom yum in Brisbane

Use this ranking as a shortlist, not just a winner announcement: Sam's Thai Kitchen is the strongest overall signal, while the runners up show where reviewers found different strengths across Brisbane.

10,249 source-listed restaurant reviews are associated with 18 ranked candidates; these are not all collected review texts.
Sam's Thai Kitchen has 4 tom yum mentions and a 100% sentiment score.
The score weighs review sentiment, recency, and dish-specific mentions.

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Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

What is the best tom yum in Brisbane?

Sam's Thai Kitchen in Fortitude Valley is currently ranked #1 for tom yum in Brisbane, among 18 candidates in our available dataset. Sam’s Thai Kitchen’s Tom Yum noodle soup boasts a vibrant, intensely fragrant broth brimming with fresh prawns and a pronounced chili heat, a characteristic of truly authentic Thai cuisine. Reviewers praise the generously sized portion and the perfectly cooked noodles, noting a pleasant springy texture that remained robust within the flavorful liquid.

Which other tom yum places in Brisbane come close?

Klin-i Cafe'&Thai Kitchen, Doodee Boran, Kinn-Imm Thai Hawker Food Brisbane City round out the top of the ranking. Each earned strong dish-specific praise in recent reviews — the full shortlist below covers 18 ranked restaurants.

How is the best tom yum in Brisbane decided?

BiteRanked compares candidates using available restaurant ratings and dish mentions. Listing review totals are not collected review counts. Coverage is incomplete; the recorded ranking update is 2026-09-26. Read our methodology for scoring and limitations.