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Press picks, until locals rank their own Top 5s. Sourced from the local food press. As seen in Pittsburgh Magazine and Pittsburgh City Paper. Updated August 2026.
Pusadee's Garden · Lawrenceville
Pittsburgh Magazine includes Pusadee's Garden in its 2026 restaurant coverage and identifies its Thai cooking. The Lawrenceville restaurant is arranged around a garden setting, making the room and pacing part of the experience. Plan for a seated dinner rather than quick takeout, and consult the restaurant's information page for reservation and service details before visiting.
Nicky's Thai Kitchen · North Side
Pittsburgh Magazine's readers coverage names Nicky's Thai Kitchen among the city's Thai restaurants. The original Western Avenue dining room serves curries, noodles, rice dishes, and familiar appetizers, giving groups enough breadth to share. Its North Side setting and broad menu support either a straightforward weeknight meal or a longer dinner built around several dishes.
Noodlehead · Shadyside
Pittsburgh City Paper names Noodlehead in its Thai category. The compact South Highland Avenue restaurant focuses on Thai noodle dishes in a casual, streamlined setting, making it useful for lunch or an unfussy dinner. Daily midday through evening hours add flexibility, though the focused menu is a better fit for noodle cravings than for a broad survey of Thai cooking.