Titaya's Thai Cuisine

5501 N Lamar Blvd Suite C101, Austin, TX 78751, United States
+1 512-458-1792
$$$ Thai restaurant
(2538 Reviews)
Price Range $10–20

Titaya's Thai Cuisine sits along the busy corridor of N Lamar Blvd, offering a steady stream of visitors drawn by its straightforward, no-fuss approach to Thai food. This is a full-service Thai restaurant where the focus firmly lands on authentic flavors without the typical Austin over-casual vibe often found in neighborhood eateries.

Inside, the space is comfortably compact and often lively, especially on weekend evenings when families and groups settle in for a solid meal. It feels like a spot where locals come for reliably honest Thai cooking rather than a place to linger over cocktails or trendy fusion dishes. The atmosphere leans towards energetic and bustling rather than dim or intimate.

The menu highlights a familiar but carefully prepared lineup — Chicken Pad Thai, Green Curry, and Tom-Yum Soup are staples here, alongside some less common offerings like Spinach Dumplings and Sweet Corn Taro Fritters. These fritters, in particular, resonate well with guests looking for something crunchy and subtly sweet as a starter or side. Vibrant stir-fries like Pad Kee Mao with Tofu or Pad Woon Sen (glass noodle stir-fried) come with fresh vegetables and just enough sauce to carry the dish rather than drown it.

Many visitors appreciate the quick turnaround from order to table, making it a fitting choice for casual weekday dinners or family outings when everyone wants good food served promptly. The service stands out for being attentive and knowledgeable, often able to customize dishes to accommodate dietary preferences without fuss.

For beverages, the Thai Iced Tea is a dependable sweet treat, a cooling counterpoint to the kitchen’s spicier offerings. A few dessert choices like Black Rice Pudding with coconut cream provide a gentle finish without overwhelming richness.

Who will enjoy Titaya’s? People who know Thai cuisine and appreciate traditional flavors prepared with care in a lively, unpretentious setting. It’s a spot where the food’s authenticity takes center stage, rather than décor or hype. Good for family dinners, groups craving authentic dishes, and anyone looking to satisfy a craving for classic Thai favorites in Austin’s Hyde Park area.

Best time to visit tends to be early evening on weekdays to avoid the weekend crowd, though arriving a bit later on Friday or Saturday still results in a warm, buzzy experience. The nearby neighborhood brings in a mixed crowd — from longtime locals to adventurous food lovers willing to drive across Austin for well-executed Thai plates.

Highlights
Has fast service
Has great tea selection
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
What they serve
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves coffee
Serves healthy options
Serves small plates
Serves vegan dishes
Serves vegetarian dishes
Serves wine
Best for
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Serves dessert
Has seating
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking

Openings Hours

Checking

Monday

Closed

Tuesday

11:00 AM - 2:30 PM

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5:00 PM - 9:30 PM

Wednesday

11:00 AM - 2:30 PM

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5:00 PM - 9:30 PM

Thursday

11:00 AM - 2:30 PM

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5:00 PM - 9:30 PM

Friday

11:00 AM - 2:30 PM

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5:00 PM - 9:30 PM

Saturday

12:00 AM - 3:30 PM

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5:00 PM - 9:30 PM

Sunday

12:00 AM - 3:30 PM

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5:00 PM - 9:30 PM

2538 Reviews
Emily Ngo

23 Dec 2025

I came here for a Saturday night dinner with my family. We loved the food and our server was fantastic. The food was not only delicious but it came out so quickly! My favorite dishes were Pad Woon Sen, taro fritters, and the papaya salad. The Pad Woon Sen was flavorful and had a slight smokiness to it. The taro fritters were perfectly crispy and had a tasty batter. The papaya salad was fresh and spicy! The shrimp in the papaya salad were fat and sweet. Other dishes we enjoyed: basil fried rice, tom yum soup, chu chee pla, and fish cake appetizer. The pad see ew was just ok. The portions were on the smaller side but matched the price. We had a party of 5 and got 5 entrees and 2 appetizers. Overall, I would come here again! I loved the food and service. The dishes tasted authentic and flavorful. I would love to explore more of the dishes on the menu. This is a great place to take your family to, people visiting from out of town, or a tasty dinner date. The atmosphere is relaxing and calm and the restaurant is beautifully decorated.

Basia Orlowska

24 Nov 2025

Absolutely fantastic Thai food. I had honestly given up on enjoying Thai food in Austin till we tried this gem. The staff is polite, efficient and knowledgeable and the restaurant was bustling. Unique items I recommend trying are the sweet corn taro fritters and black rice pudding! Can’t wait to come back during mango season for the sweet sticky rice!

Matthew Hughes

23 Nov 2025

Local Guide, Kelly Nguyen's review of Titaya motivated me to drive over to Hyde Park and check out this Thai hot spot.  Here's how her review began: "Titaya has been in Austin for years now and, without a doubt, offers the best and most authentic Thai food I've had in the USA. From the moment we sat down, it was clear we were in for a treat. The restaurant is also reasonably priced, making the incredible quality even more impressive." I have never met Kelly, but I think we would be culinary buds. I chose the Satay Gai ($10.50) as an appetizer.  The marinated chicken skewers are served with peanut sauce and a cucumber relish.  It was a nice light appetizer that I paired with another Titaya favorite. Tom Yum soup. If you haven't tried it, the soup is a spicy broth with chili, lime, lemongrass, yellow onion, tomatoes, and mushrooms.  You can have it with chicken shrimp or tofu (I chose shirmp $7.95). It is available in a bowl or firepot.  If y'all appreciate Thai heat, this will fire your taste buds up in a hurry. For the entrées, I tried two classics.  If you ask most people what they know about Thai cuisine in America, they will probably mention Pad Thai ($13.50 including chicken)  The dish is perfect for my wife, because she has a low tolerance for heat, and she loves the signature sweet tamarind sauce.  I really enjoyed Titaya's take on it. For my meal, I chose Chuu Chee Pla ($19.95) off Titaya's Classic Favorites menu. A crispy Basa fish fillet is topped with a coconut red curry sauce.  The heat is more subtle coming in at the end of each bite after delivering a sweet creamy taste at the start. Overall, the meal was excellent.  We already have our next meal picked out - Hung Lay Buns ($10.50) and Spinach Dumplings ($7.50) as appetizers and the Pad Cha ($19.95) and Pad See Eiw ($13.50 with chicken) for the main meal. There is so much good Thai food and so little time! This place is a must stop. Add it now to your list! #MattGoodEats

Subra Vemulpad

14 Nov 2025

Had dinner on 6 Sep 2025. The wait to be seated was a bit long and the place was crowded. But the service and food were worth waiting for. Great service, delicious food made with individual requests in mind and very reasonably priced. Highly recommended!

Kelly Nguyen

14 Oct 2025

Titaya has been in Austin for years now, and Without a doubt, offers the best and most authentic Thai food I've had in the USA. From the moment we sat down, it was clear we were in for a treat. The restaurant is also reasonably priced, making the incredible quality even more impressive. The service was remarkably fast, without any compromise on the top-notch food quality. We highly recommend indulging in their classic fish specialities. The Pad Cha, Chuu Chee Pla, and Pla Sum Rod were all phenomenal, with sauces that were truly out of this world – bursting with fresh and vibrant flavors. We also started with the chicken skewers appetizer, which was absolutely excellent and perfectly prepared. The Tom Yum soup lived up to its reputation – incredibly spicy and utterly delicious, a must-try for those who enjoy a good kick. To perfectly conclude our meal, the mango sticky rice was the ideal sweet ending. And don't miss their ice Thai tea, which was strong, refreshing, and incredibly delicious. Overall, my experience at Titaya was exceptional. If you're looking for truly authentic Thai flavors, fast and friendly service, and incredible value in Austin, look no further. I wholeheartedly recommend this restaurant!

Siddhartha Nayak

04 Oct 2025

I enjoyed dinner with my family. Quantity was good, I felt little bit pricey. Food quality and taste were superior. The battered mushroom appetizer was too good, we had for first time. I normally go to Thai restaurants in Houston Texas, but I must recommend this one in Austin.

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