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Reviewed 18 March 2020 via mobile

They put lunch special price at the entry. And then charged extra 50cent at the counter if pay by card. And she didn't have any sign for it. Only showing the 'Minimum $20' at counter. And I said I didn't know this you should let...me know earlier. And the lady said Everyone know! Just only 50c on top! ...green curry was good but that scam is awfulMore

Date of visit: March 2020
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Reviewed 11 January 2020 via mobile

Tom kha soup was good. Two main dishes where super spicy, not edible. Worst 2 dishes we every had at a Thai restaurant. Salad was bad looking, too much red onion and plain lettuce on side. The ginger pork was more like chilli pork stir...fry, plain sauce on it as well. Not cheap either. Service was average. Waitress laughed when we said the dishes were too spicy, not sure even if she could speak English too well.More

Date of visit: January 2020
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Reviewed 9 January 2020

Thai Republic is tucked way just off the main drag in central Surfers. It is smallish with seats inside and out and in the modest style of many of the asian restaurants in the vicinity. The host (greeter) is an Aussie guy big on personality....The food was big on flavour. We were hanging-out for Thai again on our travels and ate every morsel. It's not fine dining, but great value for money and our dishes were authentic. It's not licensed, but the host pointed us to a bottle shop just around the corner. Very reasonable corkage. We sat outside and enjoyed the Surfers buzz. If you are looking for a Thai "hit" you won't go wrong at the Thai Republic.More

Date of visit: January 2020
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Reviewed 7 January 2020 via mobile

We got there before a big rush.. took 30 mins for food to come out.. and as a family with two hungry kids.. that’s kinda a long wait.. but others were told 40-50 mins waits on food as they came through to sit down.. but...left.. food was average compared to other Thai restaurants we’ve been to. Service could be better.. there was a male trying to help with seating customers but I think with him telling his customers how long the wait was.. was driving customers away.. drinks were mostly from cans.. but served to glassware.. didn’t fit well.. cause taste was not authentic.. more artificial. (I had the coconut drink) husband loved their homemade chilli though..More

Date of visit: January 2020
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Reviewed 21 December 2019 via mobile

absolute best customer service! couldn’t recommend any higher. kind staff and wonderful food. best Thai on the gold coast

Date of visit: December 2019
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Reviewed 3 November 2019

The food is absolutely amazing! We continuously come back here time after time. It never ceases to satisfy and the service is amazing. They are all so friendly and helpful.

Date of visit: November 2019
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Reviewed 28 August 2019

The food was delicious and the service was excellent. I have actually never written a review on here, but felt compelled to do so because it was such a great experience. The host was very attentive and the food was very fresh.

Date of visit: August 2019
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Reviewed 27 July 2019 via mobile

The food is average. It’s doesn’t look like the original Thai cuisine . Food is salty and the portion is very small. The only thing i praise there service is warm and welcome everyone.

Date of visit: July 2019
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Reviewed 19 July 2019 via mobile

Quality Thai food in Surfers Paradise. The service and attention were first rate. I recommend the Penang Curry. Highly recommended for well priced food. Will be returning.

Date of visit: July 2019
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Reviewed 15 July 2019

We were looking for Thai food in Surfers Paradise and this did not disappoint, however the delicious food was not highlight. The gentleman that seated and greeted everyone was so welcoming and friendly he instantly put you at ease and made you feel like you...were in capable hands. Thanks for a fantastic dining experience.More

Date of visit: July 2019
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Reviewed 13 July 2019 via mobile

In an arcade with many other Asian restaurants, this is small, but the service and food are terrific, great value for money. We’ll definitely return, very enjoyable

Date of visit: July 2019
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Reviewed 9 June 2019

Walked through the arcade earlier on and saw a few eateries that were being well patronised. Basic kitchen like surrounds but nice and clean. Good vegetarian options and the food was delicious, it is very good Thai food. My husband had a meat dish which...he enjoyed. Positioned in the middle of Surfers worth taking a walk and finding this little pocket of Asian eateries. Staff very friendly.More

Date of visit: June 2019
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Reviewed 30 May 2019 via mobile

Came to thai republic for a family dinner and was treated like a king! Great portion sizes and friendly staff, will return!

Date of visit: May 2019
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Reviewed 15 May 2019 via mobile

Great food. Very fresh and well cooked. Best Thai food I’ve had. Will definitely be eating here again

Date of visit: May 2019
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Reviewed 9 May 2019

Craving Thai food while on holidays, Thai Republic was a great find. Unassuming little place located in a small arcade. Take a bottle of wine, sit out the front, enjoy excellent service along with some of the tastiest Thai food we’ve had in a while....You won’t be disappointed.More

Date of visit: May 2019
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Thai Republic is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 4.5
  • Service: 4.5
  • Value: 4.5
  • Atmosphere: 3.5