Thonburi Thai Food Collingwood — Restaurant in Collingwood

As a Thai person, I can confidently say this is far from authentic Thai food. I was there with two other Thai friends, and we all felt the same way. Calling it authentic is an insult to real Thai cuisine. The food was decent and edible, but the flavors were very Canadianized (or whatever fusion they were going for). If you’re looking for true Thai flavors, this isn’t it.

Edited: Thank you for your response. I understand that sourcing authentic ingredients can be tough, especially in more remote areas, but I live 300 km north of you, and we have much better Thai food here. I’m a bit confused by your comment about not disturbing others’ efforts and having understanding. Did you only want positive reviews? I shared my honest thoughts. We even told your server we were Thai, and she laughed it off, saying she wasn’t Thai BEFORE we placed our order. Why should I have to ask for authentic flavors at a Thai restaurant? Would I need to ask at every restaurant to get their authentic taste? Wouldn’t that be an insult? Also, mentioning you’ve lived in Canada for 30 years—well good for you- but it doesn’t excuse the fact that the flavors weren’t authentic. You are the reason Canadians might believe this is what Thai food is supposed to taste like. Did you let everyone know that it’s not?

I hope you take this feedback constructively. I wish you...

After visiting multiple cities in Thailand and experiencing the local life (eating in families homes and on the street) the people who review saying this is not “real Thai food” confuse me. The variety of Thai food is insane, and varies based on where you are in the country. I had many meals similar to what this restaurant serves on purpose to compare. The dishes Thonburi Thai serves are extremely satisfying, and hits the spot every time for me. The ingredients are sourced from a different place here, so some tastes are different but to me this is still very much Thai food. The food here tastes and feels wholesome. The flavours pop, lots of blended spices that make your taste buds jump. The staff is always friendly and welcoming. The prices are fair for the amount of food you get as well. Much more unique than just a typical chain Thai or fusion restaurant too, tastes like home cooking. 11 and 27.2 are my favourite dishes Very grateful to have a Thai restaurant like this in Collingwood!...

3 of us came here for dinner. We were greeted very nicely and taken to our table on on the patio. The carafe of water came very quickly and we were surprised at how fast the food came. We had #28, #30 and #9.1. Pad Thonburi was their specialty pad Thai. It was tangy and the noodles were perfectly cooked! Would definitely order it again! GANG MASAMAN lived up to its description on the menu. We did not order meat with this. It was excellent. Way better than expected! The GANG GA REE had a nice coconutty taste to it along with a lot of TENDER chicken! I prefer the meal with more meat and less vegetables. I didn't ask but this is what I got. I asked for extra spice. This is one of the best meals I've ever had!! Well mixed together. Pay cash and get an even better deal! Believe me, it is worth it to pay cash! Congratulations on a job well done! I can't see how they could have improved on anything. We can't wait till we are back...