Zap Thai Cuisine — Restaurant in West Suffolk

Zap Thai: My Favourite Restaurant in Bury St Edmunds

We visited Zap Thai on Halloween, and from the moment we walked in, the experience was fantastic. We were warmly greeted and shown to a cozy table next to a radiator—perfect for a chilly evening.

I was pleasantly surprised with a new addition to the menu: a Gluten Free Mixed Starter inspired by feedback I’d left on a previous visit. This thoughtfulness is what makes Zap Thai my absolute favorite in Bury St Edmunds. The starter was a delight—two satay chicken skewers with a satay dip, two moo ping (pork skewers) with a perfectly spicy dip, two Thai fish cakes, and four sweet corn fritters served with a sweet chili dip. Each item was fresh, delicious, and beautifully presented.

As someone with coeliac, I always feel completely comfortable at Zap Thai. From our first visit, the team took my allergy seriously and even did some research into the condition. Every visit since has been reassuring; I’ve never had a reaction here and always feel safe in their hands. Zap Thai provides one of the few anxiety-free meals I have when dining out, and I can’t thank them enough for making me feel truly safe.

While we waited, we were brought some Thai prawn crackers made with tapioca flour, suitable for gluten-free diners. This level of attention to detail and care for dietary needs was truly appreciated.

For our main courses, we ordered curries. I had the Chicken Green Curry—fragrant and beautifully balanced. I’ve tried their Penang, Jungle, and Green curries, and each one is always exceptional. My partner went for the Beef Massaman—rich and delicious as always. We also ordered Garlic Mixed Vegetables as a side, a dish we’ve grown to love. Along with Egg Fried Rice for me and Sticky Rice for my partner, everything was cooked to perfection.

We may have over-ordered, but the staff kindly offered to pack up the leftovers, even adding a container of jasmine rice for our lunch the next day—a thoughtful touch we greatly appreciated. They also treated us to a Passion Fruit Mochi Ball each to finish off the meal—another lovely gesture.

Our total, including two alcoholic drinks and a Rio, came to just under £80. At £40 per person for such high-quality, authentic Thai food, we found it to be excellent value. If you're reading this review, don't hesitate—book a table today! The food is superb, the service is exceptional, and I can’t...

I don't usually leave reviews but after eating at Zap, I just felt compelled to!

This has easily become mine and my partners' favourite restaurant in Bury St Edmunds; amazing food, attentive service and such a beautifully inviting atmosphere.

Pom and her team are just amazing, such exceptional customer service that I have never experienced anywhere else. After being unsure of what to order at first, Pom was happy to ask a few questions about our food preferences in order to make some recommendations. I ended up ordering the main dish she suggested (the panang curry, which was incredibly delicious and flavourful) and it was perfect! Exactly what I wanted and more, especially my partners go-to order of the chicken satay. We both love it so much that it's a must whenever we eat at Zap 😅

Pom's professionalism and willingness to get to know each customer is what makes us keep coming back to this restaurant. The amount of care that is put into the business truly is reflected in the service you will receive here. Each dish is consistently delicious and full of flavour, I'm always happy to try something new and enjoy exploring the different choices, I know they'll never disappoint! The personal touches in everything offered makes dining here such a pleasant experience.

Thank you so much Pom, always looking forward to our next meal...

Zap Thai Bury St Edmunds. Wow wow wow is my words 😊!!!. I highly recommend this restaurant as the most amazing and beautiful hidden treasure that Bury St Edmunds has to offer in Authentic Thai Cuisine. The food is so flavoursome and cooked to perfection, as well as being highly presented to your table by such wonderful people. You will always enter Zap as a customer, but will always be welcomed back as a friend as i have done on many occasions. The attention to detail is a 100% and note if you feel you are waiting on your food in between courses, you will be waiting on quality food and not fast food and its definitely worth the wait 100%. I would say booking is now highly recommended as the tables can fill fast, and others find and see what Zap Thai has to offer and what the amazing secret really is!. Even if your a single diner like me, you will always be made to feel very welcome and looked after. So if its a reasturant booking or a takeaway you will be having, I guarantee it will be top quality Authentic Thai Cuisine at very reasonable prices. Book now to avoid disappointment...