Opening hours
| Monday | 11 am – 9:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 11 am – 9:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 11 am – 9:30 pm |
| Thursday | 11 am – 9:30 pm |
| Friday | 11 am – 9:30 pm |
| Saturday | 11:30 am – 9:30 pm |
| Sunday | 4:30 pm – 9:30 pm |
Times shown in local time (Sydney). Public holiday hours may differ.
- Address45 King Street, Newtown NSW 2042
- Phone(02) 9516 4510
- Websitecharlesthai.com
- CuisineThai
45 King Street, Newtown NSW 2042 · 3.2 km from Sydney centre
Popular times
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At a glance
- TypeRestaurant
- CuisineThai
- AreaNewtown, Sydney
- StateNew South Wales
- HoursOpen 7 days
About Charles Thai
Located in Newtown, NSW, Charles Thai is a Thai restaurant serving locals and visitors alike. You'll find it at 45 King Street, Newtown NSW 2042, roughly 3.2 km from the Sydney city centre.
Thai food balances sweet, sour, salty and spicy in every dish. Australian Thai restaurants range from casual BYO local favourites to modern street-food canteens, and most kitchens will adjust the chilli level on request.
Charles Thai is open 7 days; the venue offers dine-in.
Planning a night out in Newtown? 10 other venues are within a short distance, including Rocket Boy Pizza and Calle Rey.
In the venue's own words: “Discover the perfect blend of spices and flavours at Charles Thai”
Amenities & services
- 🍽️Dine-in
What to order
Signature Thai dishes to look out for.
Photos of Charles Thai
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Closest restaurants to Charles Thai
The 10 nearest places to eat, with distance and travel time.
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Rocket Boy Pizza 🍕 Pizza · 30 King Street, Newtown30 mSE · 1 min walk
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Calle Rey 🌮 Mexican & Latin American · 62-64 King Street, Newtown60 mSW · 1 min walk -
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Ariana's Place ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Illawarra Junction70 mSW · 1 min walk
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4
Handcraft Specialty Coffee ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Illawarra Junction70 mW · 1 min walk
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5
Double Barrel Coffee + Food house ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 2-4/ King Street, Newtown100 mE · 1 min walk
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6
Thai La Ong 🍜 Thai · Illawarra Junction130 mW · 2 min walk
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7
Thai Riffic 🍜 Thai · Newtown190 mW · 2 min walk
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8
Thanh Binh 🍽️ International · Newtown210 mW · 3 min walk
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9
ThanhBinh Restaurant 🍲 Vietnamese · Newtown210 mW · 3 min walk -
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Green Mushroom 🍛 Indian · 113 King Street, Newtown210 mW · 3 min walk
Recommended in the area
Well-documented favourites near Newtown — with photos, opening hours and contact details.
More Thai near Newtown
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Eating out in Newtown
Newtown is home to 97 places to eat in our guide, part of the wider Sydney area with 5,266 venues. The local dining scene leans towards cafés & brunch, international restaurants, pubs & bistros. Within 25 km of Charles Thai there are 7,617 restaurants, cafés and pubs to choose from.
Nearby suburbs worth exploring include Illawarra Junction (470 m), Eveleigh (540 m), Darlington (650 m), Camperdown (670 m).
Cuisine mix in Newtown
Frequently asked questions
Where is Charles Thai located?
Charles Thai is located at 45 King Street, Newtown NSW 2042. It is about 3.2 km from the centre of Sydney. Tap the map on this page to start turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.
What are the opening hours of Charles Thai?
Charles Thai is open 7 days. Today's hours are highlighted in the opening hours table above, which shows whether it is open right now (Australia/Sydney time). Hours can change on public holidays, so it is worth confirming before you visit.
What kind of food does Charles Thai serve?
Charles Thai serves Thai cuisine. Browse our Thai menu guide for typical dishes and dietary options.
How can I contact Charles Thai?
You can reach Charles Thai by phone on (02) 9516 4510 or via its website.
What is the closest restaurant to Charles Thai?
The closest venue is Rocket Boy Pizza, about 30 m to the south-east (1 min walk). Other close options include Calle Rey (60 m), Ariana's Place (70 m), Handcraft Specialty Coffee (70 m).
What are some recommended places to eat near Charles Thai?
Popular, well-documented choices nearby include Thai Pothong (Thai, 790 m), Zia Pina Pizzeria (International, 4.2 km), Angelo's Cabarita (Italian, 7.6 km).
Where else can I find Thai food near Newtown?
Other Thai venues close by include Atom Thai (260 m), Blossoming Lotus (430 m), Thai Riffic (530 m).
How many restaurants are there in Newtown?
Our guide lists 97 places to eat in Newtown, most commonly cafés & brunch (19), international restaurants (17), pubs & bistros (10). Within 25 km there are 7,617 venues in total.