Restaurant
Sabai Sabai Thai Restaurant
2/216 Riding Rd, Balmoral QLD 4171, Australia
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2/216 Riding Rd, Balmoral QLD 4171, Australia
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Book NowAbout Sabai Sabai Thai Restaurant
Balmoral locals head to Sabai Sabai for hearty, comforting Thai standards served in generous portions built for leftovers. The kitchen turns out wok-tossed pad see ew and a signature Massaman curry anchored by slow-cooked beef cheek that melts on the fork with potatoes and peanuts. Out on the covered patio, heaters keep dinner toasty between tables beneath hanging fairy lights—a relaxed, unpretentious setting where diners bring their own wine and navigate gluten-free requests with easy confidence from attentive staff.
- Slow-Cooked Beef Cheek Massaman: Tender slow-cooked beef cheek simmered in rich, coconut-balanced curry with peanuts and potatoes.
- Heated Outdoor Patio: Covered roof seating warmed by spaced heaters and lit with fairy lights for easy evening meals.
- BYO Wine Friendly: A wine-only BYO arrangement pairs easily with casual weeknight dining or group catch-ups.
What's On at Sabai Sabai Thai Restaurant
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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Why Diners Choose Sabai Sabai Thai Restaurant
Distinctive comfort dining, flexible hosting, and thoughtful hospitality across every visit
Slow-Cooked Beef Cheek Massaman
The signature Massaman curry features tender beef cheeks slow-braised to a melt-in-the-mouth consistency with balanced spices.
These beef cheeks are slow-cooked into submission.
Chris Owen Generous Portions and Fresh Ingredients
Dishes feature abundant vegetables and generous serving sizes suited for sharing and taking home leftovers.
fast service and delicious good portions.
Perth Reviews Welcoming Group Dining with BYO Wine
Guests can bring their preferred wine bottles to accompany evening group dinners and celebrations.
BYO wine only
Diane Marshall Comfortable, Conversation-Friendly Atmosphere
Unobtrusive background music and attentive service foster an easy environment for evening family gatherings and dates.
Ambiance is perfect for a family/couple quiet discussion with Excellent non intrusive music and fits the clientele.
Armin Weiner Reliable Guidance for Coeliac Dining
Floor staff provide clear guidance on menu ingredients to ensure safe and confident dining for gluten-free and coeliac guests.
The waitress was very knowledgeable about the menu and the dietary information for each item.
Hunter Webster Heated All-Weather Covered Outdoor Patio
The covered roof area is fitted with distributed heaters to keep outdoor tables warm and usable during cooler evenings.
The seating is outdoors under a roof and they had plenty of heaters spead out between the tables, was toasty warm.
L M
Most popular items
Customer favorites and standout dishes from our kitchen
Massaman curry
These beef cheeks are slow-cooked into submission. You barely have to look at them and they fall apart. The curry’s rich, layered, slightly sweet, like it wants to fight you, then tuck you in afterward. It’s proper comfort food.
Chris Owen Pad see ew
Food portions were very generous and the pad see ew was amazing!!
Hunter Webster Satay chicken skewers
four big sticks of turmeric-marinated chicken, grilled just right, with a peanut sauce you’ll seriously consider drinking.
Chris Owen Roti Canai curry
A mild Malaysian curry with eggplant, sweet potato, pumpkin, and coriander, served with golden, flaky roti. That bread doesn’t just soak up the curry - it commits to it.
Chris Owen
Before you head over
Key advice on reservations, portions, and dietary requirements for a smooth dining visit
Book Ahead & Note the BYO Wine Option
Bookings fill quickly even on mid-week and weekend evenings, so reserve ahead to secure a table. Guests can also plan to bring their own bottle, as the venue accommodates BYO wine.
Anticipate Substantial Portions for Leftovers
Curry and stir-fry portions are remarkably generous, so consider sharing or planning ahead to take home leftovers in takeaway containers.
Consult Staff for Coeliac & Dietary Guidance
Diners managing gluten-free or coeliac requirements can consult front-of-house staff for clear, knowledgeable guidance across menu items.
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