Thai Elephant is located in Norrmalm, Stockholm’s most central and busiest neighborhood, on Gamla Brogatan. The restaurant is run by a Thai family. Two ladies work in the kitchen, while a lone Thai waitress manages the front. Though the service was a bit slow due to the limited staff, the waitress was warm and apologetic, hoping for understanding. The restaurant serves classic Thai dishes such as Tom Yum, Pad Thai, and curries. The interior is simply decorated with Thai wall art and pictures.

As always, I started with the Thai papaya salad, a must-have dish whenever I visit a Thai restaurant. While the salad had the right textures, it leaned a bit too much on the sweet side and could have used more spice to balance the flavors.

The Pad Thai, on the other hand, was a standout. It hit all the right notes—savory, nutty, and just the right amount of sweetness, with a refreshing hint of tang from the lime. The prawns were fresh, and the bean sprouts added a crisp bite that lightened the dish.

Overall, despite the minor service hiccups, I was pleasantly surprised by the authenticity of the food. I would definitely return to explore more of the menu.

Thai Elephant

Gamla Brogatan 11, 111 20 Stockholm, Sweden