Kin Khao Thai
A Thai restaurant in a yellow house near the castle, where a Thai chef team cooks family recipes with Northeastern Thai flavours.
Hidden on Abbey Lane near Athlone Castle, the restaurant occupies a bright yellow old house with red window frames, and its upstairs dining room is hung with tapestries. It is run by Adam and Janya Lyons. Many recipes come from Janya's family, and the kitchen team is entirely Thai. The food has Northeastern Thai flavours, and the restaurant was featured in the Michelin Guide for a long time. Northern Thai curry noodles, panang curry and house-made ice cream are the most praised dishes. The old building involves climbing stairs, so guests with limited mobility should take note. Prices are mid-range, and booking is recommended on weekends.
Opening hours
Monday to Thursday 5:00–9:00 pm; Friday and Saturday 4:00–10:00 pm; Sunday 4:00–9:00 pm
Nearby sights
- Sean's Bar
- Athlone Castle
- SS Peter and Paul's Church
- Luan Gallery
- Lough Ree
- Clonmacnoise
- Corlea Trackway
- Lough Boora Discovery Park