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The winner · Analysed 1,475 reviews● Updated 2026-08-07

Best tom yum in Canberra

Canberra’s tom yum offerings have been thoroughly scrutinised, with a remarkable concentration of positive mentions around CocoNine Gungahlin. Across 1475 reviews of six restaurants, this establishment emerged as the clear favourite.

The verdict at a glance

Top 5 for tom yum in Canberra

  1. 1CocoNine GungahlinGungahlinCocoNine Gungahlin’s tom yum delivers a vibrant burst of flavour, with many describing the broth as intensely...7.2
  2. 2Pad Thai ChisholmChisholmPad Thai Chisholm is a top-rated spot for tom yum in Canberra.7.2
  3. 3Champi RestaurantKingstonChampi Restaurant is a top-rated spot for tom yum in Canberra.7.1
  4. 4Rice Thai RestaurantCanberraRice Thai Restaurant is a top-rated spot for tom yum in Canberra.7.1
  5. 5Thip's Thai TakeawayBelconnenThip's Thai Takeaway is a top-rated spot for tom yum in Canberra.7.1
#1 Ranked
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Thai · Gungahlin

Unit 3/45 Gungahlin Pl, Gungahlin ACT 2912

CocoNine Gungahlin

CocoNine Gungahlin’s tom yum delivers a vibrant burst of flavour, with many describing the broth as intensely aromatic and wonderfully spicy – a true testament to its authentic Thai roots. The generous use of lemongrass and chilli creates a genuinely exciting palate experience that diners clearly appreciated. This dish is particularly well-suited for those seeking bold Southeast Asian flavours and a lively meal, perfect for adventurous food lovers in Canberra.

Score

7.2

Mentions

4

Sentiment

100%

authentic flavourfresh ingredientsperfect spice levelgenerous portions

Why it won

Customers consistently praised CocoNine’s tom yum for its bold, aromatic profile and balanced spice.

Best for

those seeking a vibrant and intensely flavoured tom yum experience.

Signature detail

the use of lemongrass

Plan the visit

Website

Price

$20-40 per person (183 reports)

Hours

Open - Closes 9 pm

Phone

02) 6242 6581

$20-40 per person

Why this ranking is reliable

Updated 2026-08-07

Dated Review Activity (last 24 months)

Very Positive

8 of 10 mentions have usable recent dates (0 undated, 2 older).

Jul 26
PositiveNegative

We analysed 1,475 reviews across 6 restaurants, weighting each mention by recency, sentiment polarity and the authority of the source. 4 mentions of “tom yum” tie directly to CocoNine Gungahlin, with a 100% sentiment score.

Runners up

Top 6 around Canberra

Review guide

The evidence behind the best tom yum in Canberra

This tom yum guide for Canberra compares 6 restaurants using 1475 review signals, dish mentions, and diner sentiment. CocoNine Gungahlin leads on the use of lemongrass, while the shortlist shows where other highly rated bowls stand out.

Reviews

1,475+

Restaurants

6

Updated

2026-08-07

Why the winner leads

Why CocoNine Gungahlin ranks #1 for tom yum

Customers consistently praised CocoNine’s tom yum for its bold, aromatic profile and balanced spice.

  • 4 review mentions feed into the winner score
  • The strongest dish-specific praise centres on the use of lemongrass
  • Common praise includes authentic flavour, fresh ingredients, perfect spice level, generous portions

How the shortlist compares

Where the other top tom yum spots stand out

The runner-up list gives diners a useful spread rather than a single answer. Pad Thai Chisholm, Champi Restaurant, Rice Thai Restaurant, Thip's Thai Takeaway each show different strengths in the review evidence, from flavour and consistency to service, setting, or value. They do not displace CocoNine Gungahlin, but they help explain where the broader Canberra shortlist is strongest.

  • Pad Thai Chisholm: Pad Thai Chisholm is a top-rated spot for tom yum in Canberra
  • Champi Restaurant: Champi Restaurant is a top-rated spot for tom yum in Canberra
  • Rice Thai Restaurant: Rice Thai Restaurant is a top-rated spot for tom yum in Canberra
  • Thip's Thai Takeaway: Thip's Thai Takeaway is a top-rated spot for tom yum in Canberra

How to choose

Choosing tom yum in Canberra

Use the ranking as a starting point, then match it to the kind of meal you want. Higher mention counts point to restaurants where diners specifically discuss tom yum, while sentiment and snippets help separate strong dish praise from general restaurant approval. If you care most about the dish itself, prioritise venues with clear review evidence rather than only the highest overall profile.

  • Prioritise venues with specific dish mentions
  • Use runner-up summaries to match flavour, setting, and value
  • Check snippets for concrete praise before choosing
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Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

What is the best tom yum in Canberra?

CocoNine Gungahlin in Gungahlin is currently ranked #1 for tom yum in Canberra, based on 1,475 analysed reviews. CocoNine Gungahlin’s tom yum delivers a vibrant burst of flavour, with many describing the broth as intensely aromatic and wonderfully spicy – a true testament to its authentic Thai roots. The generous use of lemongrass and chilli creates a genuinely exciting palate experience that diners clearly appreciated.

Which other tom yum places in Canberra come close?

Pad Thai Chisholm, Champi Restaurant, Rice Thai Restaurant round out the top of the ranking. Each earned strong dish-specific praise in recent reviews — the full shortlist below covers 6 ranked restaurants.

How is the best tom yum in Canberra decided?

BiteRanked analysed 1,475 reviews across 6 restaurants, scoring each on dish-specific mentions, review sentiment, and recency. Rankings are re-checked as new reviews arrive; this page was last updated 2026-08-07.