Mornington Thai is a family-owned and operated restaurant in the heart of Mornington, Dunedin, established in 2022. The founders set out with a simple vision: to bring the rich, diverse tastes of Thailand to the community, inspired by the bustling street food, comforting stir-fries and bold spices of Bangkok.
Every dish is prepared with fresh, locally sourced produce, hand-selected spices, and time-honoured recipes passed down through generations, spanning fragrant curries, sizzling stir-fries and mouth-watering noodles. The team describes themselves as more than colleagues — a family brought together by a shared love of food and a commitment to serving with warmth.
Mornington Thai offers dine-in, takeaway, online ordering, delivery and catering services, with table bookings available online or by phone for a casual lunch, family dinner, or special celebration.
Mornington Thai is a family-owned and operated restaurant located in the heart of Mornington, Dunedin, established in 2022. Its journey began with a simple vision: to bring the rich, diverse tastes of Thailand to the local community, inspired by the bustling street food, comforting stir-fries and bold spices of Bangkok.
The founders of Mornington Thai bring years of culinary expertise and a deep love of cooking, opening their doors with one mission — to serve consistently delicious food that stays true to its roots and is always prepared with care. Every dish leaving the kitchen is made with fresh, locally sourced produce, hand-selected spices, and time-honoured recipes passed down through generations, from fragrant curries to sizzling stir-fries and noodles.
Mornington Thai describes its story as being about more than flavour — it's about the connections built with guests, from families and friends to loyal regulars and first-time visitors. The team sees themselves as a family brought together by their love of food, with skilled chefs respecting traditional cooking methods and warm front-of-house staff aiming to make every visit smooth and memorable.
Over the years, Mornington Thai has expanded to offer takeaway, online ordering, delivery, and catering services alongside dine-in, updating its dining rooms along the way while keeping its heart unchanged. Tables can be booked in advance through the online reservation system or by phone, whether for a casual lunch, a family dinner, or a special celebration.
Mornington Thai Dunedin is located at 18 Mailer Street, Mornington, Dunedin, and can be reached by phone for bookings and enquiries. Current opening hours weren't available on the website at the time of writing, so it's best to call ahead to confirm before visiting.