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We are a small independent restaurant serving Thai comfort food in lovely Bury St Edmunds, the historic market and cathedral town often described as a Jewel in the Crown of Suffolk. You will find us tucked away on St John’s Street, a short walk from the Buttermarket and Cornhill, the commercial heart of Bury, and a stone’s throw from The Bushel, a popular pub and hotel by Greene King Inns. In September 2025, we had the honour of winning a Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Award for the third year in a row, which places us in the top 10% of restaurants worldwide listed on its website. Thank you so very much to all our guests who took the time to leave such positive reviews that helped us earn this accolade.
Hours
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 5–10 PM |
| Thursday | 12–2:30 PM, 5–10 PM |
| Friday | 12–2:30 PM, 5–10 PM |
| Saturday | 12–2:30 PM, 5–10 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday | Closed |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 63 St John’s St, Bury Saint Edmunds IP33 1SJ, United Kingdom
Phone: +44 1284 755794
Website: http://www.zapthai.co.uk/
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Reviews
Laura
Absolutely amazing food and service from Pom and the Zap Thai team. It was our first visit over the weekend and we loved it! We ordered the shared mixed starter, which was so so tasty. Then for mains we had the massaman with beef and the green curry with chicken. Both excellent, but the massaman was especially delicious. Then, a valentine’s weekend surprise, a mini chocolate cupcake! Such a lovely touch. Thank you very much for such an excellent meal out – we can’t wait to come back!
… moreJason Lilley
If you are looking for a Thai restaurant that transports you straight to Thailand, Zap in Bury is the place to go. From the incredible atmosphere and warm welcome to the authentic, high-quality dishes, everything was perfect. You can really tell that each meal is prepared with a love for traditional family recipes—every bite was delicious. I can’t recommend Zap enough for anyone who loves Thai food and culture!
… moreAdam
I had an absolutely fantastic experience at Zap Thai in Bury St Edmunds. From the moment I walked in, the atmosphere felt warm, welcoming and full of energy. The staff genuinely look after you here — nothing feels rushed, everything is done with a smile, and they take the time to make sure you’re comfortable and enjoying your visit. It’s the kind of service that really stands out and makes you want to return.
The food itself is exceptional. Every dish tastes freshly made, full of bold flavours and authentic Thai character. You can tell a lot of care goes into the cooking, from the balance of spices to the presentation. The ingredients tasted fresh, the portions were generous, and the quality was consistently high across everything we ordered. It’s the sort of place where you can try something new each time and trust it will be good.
Overall, Zap Thai is easily one of the best places to eat in Bury St Edmunds. Great food, great people, and a great experience every time. Highly recommended.
… moreThe food itself is exceptional. Every dish tastes freshly made, full of bold flavours and authentic Thai character. You can tell a lot of care goes into the cooking, from the balance of spices to the presentation. The ingredients tasted fresh, the portions were generous, and the quality was consistently high across everything we ordered. It’s the sort of place where you can try something new each time and trust it will be good.
Overall, Zap Thai is easily one of the best places to eat in Bury St Edmunds. Great food, great people, and a great experience every time. Highly recommended.
Rhiannon Fletcher-Gallop
This is hands down the best Thai food in the area. I’ve been here a few times and the lady who runs the place is so friendly and kind, she recognises her frequent customers!
Good for takeaway or to eat in. If you’re eating in it is a good idea to book as they do get busy particularly on Friday and weekends.
The food is smashing, it’s authentic Thai food, the pad Thai hits all the right spots. We had the massaman beef and it had so much beef and flavour we ended up taking half of it home! The coconut rice is amazing and the sticky rice is perfect – always get sticky rice if you’re getting a curry!
… moreGood for takeaway or to eat in. If you’re eating in it is a good idea to book as they do get busy particularly on Friday and weekends.
The food is smashing, it’s authentic Thai food, the pad Thai hits all the right spots. We had the massaman beef and it had so much beef and flavour we ended up taking half of it home! The coconut rice is amazing and the sticky rice is perfect – always get sticky rice if you’re getting a curry!
Maia
I can’t say enough wonderful things about this little Thai gem. From the moment you walk in, you’re wrapped in the kind of warmth and comfort that makes you feel like you’ve been invited into someone’s home—and in many ways, you have. Pom, who runs the restaurant, has a way of greeting you that instantly lifts your day.
And the food— every dish tastes like it’s been prepared with love, tradition, and respect for authentic Thai flavours. You can taste the care that goes into everything coming out of that kitchen. I highly recommend the mixed starters and the pad thai.
It’s rare to find a place that feels this personal and this delicious at the same time. Pom has created something truly special. If you’re looking for authentic Thai food served by someone who genuinely loves sharing it, this is the place you’ll want to keep coming back to.
… moreAnd the food— every dish tastes like it’s been prepared with love, tradition, and respect for authentic Thai flavours. You can taste the care that goes into everything coming out of that kitchen. I highly recommend the mixed starters and the pad thai.
It’s rare to find a place that feels this personal and this delicious at the same time. Pom has created something truly special. If you’re looking for authentic Thai food served by someone who genuinely loves sharing it, this is the place you’ll want to keep coming back to.
Charlie Redbear
This place was busy! And I can see why. First of all can i just say the service is great. Like really really good. Very friendly and welcoming; polite and helpful – first class. Now the food. I had the Penang Curry with prawns…and when I say with prawns it was all about the prawns. No half measures here. It was the curry that never ended – sooo good! Lovely creamy spicy sauce, LOTS of prawns. I went for the jasmine rice – hot yummy rice. Really nothing bad to say about this place. Already planning my next visit
… morePaul Younger
A really lovely Thai restaurant. Excellent friendly service. Really tasty authentic food. Definitely recommend coming here. Thank you so much for a lovely lunch
… moreTAM BARKER
‼️Highly recommended ‼️
Ordered takeaway from this lovely restaurant.
Moo-Ping (Pork Skewers) : The taste is so authentic and very delicious. Had this dish with sticky rice which reminded me the time I was in Thailand
Fish cake : They made it in their kitchen not the frozen one. It was so good
Warm welcome from the owners.
Good atmosphere.
… moreOrdered takeaway from this lovely restaurant.
Moo-Ping (Pork Skewers) : The taste is so authentic and very delicious. Had this dish with sticky rice which reminded me the time I was in Thailand
Fish cake : They made it in their kitchen not the frozen one. It was so good
Warm welcome from the owners.
Good atmosphere.
Wes Roper
We celebrated my birthday at Zap Thai and had the best experience.
The food was absolutely delicious, full of flavour and beautifully presented throughout. Every dish was fresh, authentic and cooked to perfection. The communication beforehand was also excellent, which made everything so easy to arrange.
What really made the evening special was the incredible service. The team were so friendly and kind, and they truly went out of their way to make it memorable. There was a birthday balloon on the table, I was treated to a glass of Prosecco, and they surprised me with birthday cakes at the end. Such thoughtful touches that meant so much.
We honestly cannot fault them and will definitely be back. Highly recommend, especially for a special occasion.
… moreThe food was absolutely delicious, full of flavour and beautifully presented throughout. Every dish was fresh, authentic and cooked to perfection. The communication beforehand was also excellent, which made everything so easy to arrange.
What really made the evening special was the incredible service. The team were so friendly and kind, and they truly went out of their way to make it memorable. There was a birthday balloon on the table, I was treated to a glass of Prosecco, and they surprised me with birthday cakes at the end. Such thoughtful touches that meant so much.
We honestly cannot fault them and will definitely be back. Highly recommend, especially for a special occasion.
Theman Withavan
Amazing Thai restaurant this one. Forget your giggly cephalopods and laugh your way into here instead.
Everything is properly fresh and absolutely authentic as you’ll get without a flight half way around the globe.
I had the fish cakes, panko crumb prawns, satay chicken and a cashew chicken with egg fried rice. Absolutely divine!
A very warm welcome and nothing seemed to be too much here.
Definitely worth a visit and I shall return.
… moreEverything is properly fresh and absolutely authentic as you’ll get without a flight half way around the globe.
I had the fish cakes, panko crumb prawns, satay chicken and a cashew chicken with egg fried rice. Absolutely divine!
A very warm welcome and nothing seemed to be too much here.
Definitely worth a visit and I shall return.