Large portions
Portions are often generous; one birthday group could not finish everything.
Go Thai Al Wasl
Al Wasl
Go Thai Al Wasl is a Thai restaurant in Al Wasl serving traditional dishes with adjustable spice levels. Reviews particularly highlight the seafood laksa soup and Mango Sticky Rice, alongside generous portions and attentive service.
Reputation Score
4.6
★★★★★
470 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Thai flavours
Customers consistently describe the food as fresh, authentic and full of traditional Thai flavour.
Warm service
Staff are repeatedly described as friendly, attentive and accommodating throughout the meal.
Fast service
Several diners say their food arrived quickly, including during a birthday celebration.
Allergy flexibility
One party said the kitchen adjusted dishes to accommodate an allergy.
Relaxed setting
Reviews describe the restaurant as cozy, peaceful and suitable for an unhurried meal.
What to Eat at Go Thai Al Wasl How we choose these items We use AI to find praise and criticism of specific foods and drinks in a selection of Google reviews. For Go Thai Al Wasl, this list is based on 50 reviews, not every review of the restaurant. The score is positive reviews minus negative reviews. For example, two positive reviews and one negative review give +1. Each review counts once per item; neutral comments do not change the score. A zero score is not a positive recommendation. “Only neutral feedback” means there are no positive or negative votes. “Mixed feedback” means equal numbers of positive and negative votes. The quotes are examples of what people said, not every comment we counted. We use different reviews where we can. We normally show up to 10 foods and 5 drinks with non-negative scores. Items with the same score stay together. If a tied group would go past the limit, that group and the lower non-negative scores go into Honorable mentions. If an overflowing positive top tie would leave the list empty, we show up to 10 items from that tie and keep the rest in Honorable mentions. Foods and drinks with a negative score are under What to Avoid. Use this as a guide to what reviewers liked, not a guarantee that you will like it too.
Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of Go Thai Al Wasl, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.
Food 7
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Pad thai Net +4
“Loved the Pad Thai and Green Curry – fresh, flavorful, and perfectly cooked.”
Positive 5Negative 1
Review excerpts
“Loved the Pad Thai and Green Curry – fresh, flavorful, and perfectly cooked.”February 2026
“The food was absolutely authentic and full of flavor – especially the Pad Thai and Green Curry, which tasted just like in Thailand. The ingredients were fresh, the presentation was beautiful, and the portion size was perfect.”February 2026
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Fried rice Net +2
“The fried rice was a standout—fluffy, fragrant, and bursting with well-balanced flavors, earning unanimous praise from our group. Each bite was a delight, showcasing fresh ingredients and skillful preparation.”
Positive 2Negative 0
Review excerpts
“The fried rice was a standout—fluffy, fragrant, and bursting with well-balanced flavors, earning unanimous praise from our group. Each bite was a delight, showcasing fresh ingredients and skillful preparation.”May 2025
“Loved their fried rice, laksa, padthai, and of course, mango sticky rice.”May 2026
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Laksa Net +2
“I particularly loved the Laksa, Pad Thai and Green Curry, which was perfectly balanced with just the right amount of spice i would say enough for anyone who is craving for delicious Thai food!”
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Review excerpts
“I particularly loved the Laksa, Pad Thai and Green Curry, which was perfectly balanced with just the right amount of spice i would say enough for anyone who is craving for delicious Thai food!”October 2024
“Loved their fried rice, laksa, padthai, and of course, mango sticky rice.”May 2026
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Mango salad Net +2
“The mango salad was good.”
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Review excerpts
“The mango salad was good.”July 2024
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Mango sticky rice Net +2
“Loved their fried rice, laksa, padthai, and of course, mango sticky rice.”
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Review excerpts
“Loved their fried rice, laksa, padthai, and of course, mango sticky rice.”May 2026
“Our friend treat us for lunch, and the all food is very delicious especially the seafood laksa soup, green thai coconut curry and mango sticky rice.”March 2026
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Red curry Net +2
“Moving on to the mains, both the Thai green curry and red curry were outstanding: rich, aromatic, and bursting with bold, comforting flavors that truly transport you to Thailand.”
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Review excerpts
“Moving on to the mains, both the Thai green curry and red curry were outstanding: rich, aromatic, and bursting with bold, comforting flavors that truly transport you to Thailand.”January 2026
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Seafood laksa soup Net +2
“I visited this restaurant yesterday the serving was good i love their seafood laksa soup and accomodating staff.”
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Review excerpts
“I visited this restaurant yesterday the serving was good i love their seafood laksa soup and accomodating staff.”July 2026
“Our friend treat us for lunch, and the all food is very delicious especially the seafood laksa soup, green thai coconut curry and mango sticky rice.”March 2026
Honorable mentions (15)
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All you can eat Net +1
“We were six person and we all took All You Can Eat from the selected menu and dhs 70/person deal. The service was very good the food was good too we have got spice level modified as per our requirements in subsequent repeat orders and it was a good experience.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“We were six person and we all took All You Can Eat from the selected menu and dhs 70/person deal. The service was very good the food was good too we have got spice level modified as per our requirements in subsequent repeat orders and it was a good experience.”April 2026
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Bangkok fire shrimps Net +1
“The Bangkok Fire Shrimps and Green Curry were outstanding.”
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Review excerpts
“The Bangkok Fire Shrimps and Green Curry were outstanding.”February 2026
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Chicken fried rice Net +1
“The food was amazing. The chicken fried rice was super nice. The salmon teriyaki is one to recommend. Ali served us really good and did an even better suggestion for the dessert.”
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Review excerpts
“The food was amazing. The chicken fried rice was super nice. The salmon teriyaki is one to recommend. Ali served us really good and did an even better suggestion for the dessert.”December 2025
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Green thai coconut curry Net +1
“Our friend treat us for lunch, and the all food is very delicious especially the seafood laksa soup, green thai coconut curry and mango sticky rice.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Our friend treat us for lunch, and the all food is very delicious especially the seafood laksa soup, green thai coconut curry and mango sticky rice.”March 2026
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Green thai curry with chicken Net +1
“The main dish is green Thai curry with chicken, this is really nice, and I really love it.”
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Review excerpts
“The main dish is green Thai curry with chicken, this is really nice, and I really love it.”February 2026
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Jackfruit sticky rice Net +1
“The mango and jackfruit sticky rice were good.”
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Review excerpts
“The mango and jackfruit sticky rice were good.”July 2024
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Salmon teriyaki Net +1
“The food was amazing. The chicken fried rice was super nice. The salmon teriyaki is one to recommend. Ali served us really good and did an even better suggestion for the dessert.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“The food was amazing. The chicken fried rice was super nice. The salmon teriyaki is one to recommend. Ali served us really good and did an even better suggestion for the dessert.”December 2025
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Set menu Net +1
“We chose the set menu, and the portions were generous and definitely worth the price. From the starters to the desserts, every dish was flavorful and enjoyable.”
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“We chose the set menu, and the portions were generous and definitely worth the price. From the starters to the desserts, every dish was flavorful and enjoyable.”June 2026
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Special noodles Net +1
“The special noodles were equally impressive, perfectly cooked, well-seasoned, and incredibly satisfying.”
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Review excerpts
“The special noodles were equally impressive, perfectly cooked, well-seasoned, and incredibly satisfying.”January 2026
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Sticky sweet rice with fresh mango Net +1
“The sticky sweet rice with fresh mango was exceptional creamy, fragrant, and indulgent without being overpowering.”
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Review excerpts
“The sticky sweet rice with fresh mango was exceptional creamy, fragrant, and indulgent without being overpowering.”January 2026
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Tiramisu Net +1
“We also tried the tiramisu, which was light and delicious.”
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Review excerpts
“We also tried the tiramisu, which was light and delicious.”May 2026
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Tom kha soup Net +1
“The Pad Thai and Tom Kha soup are highly recommended — absolutely delicious and full of flavor.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“The Pad Thai and Tom Kha soup are highly recommended — absolutely delicious and full of flavor.”February 2026
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Tom yum soup with seafood Net +1
“The soup is tom yum soup with seafood, authentic flavor with lemon leaves and lemongrass.”
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Review excerpts
“The soup is tom yum soup with seafood, authentic flavor with lemon leaves and lemongrass.”February 2026
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Unlimited 65 aed dinner set Net +1
“We ordered the unlimited 65 AED dinner set.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“We ordered the unlimited 65 AED dinner set.”July 2024
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Prawn on toast Net 0
Only neutral feedback
“Friend had the prawn on toast - he liked it but felt could have more prawns.”
Positive 0Negative 0Neutral 1
Drinks 1
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Thai lemon ice tea Net +1
“The thai lemon ice tea was nice, slightly on the sweeter side.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“The thai lemon ice tea was nice, slightly on the sweeter side.”July 2024
What to Avoid (3)
Food 3
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Chicken satay Net −1
“The chicken satay is dry and not tender.. do not order from this restaurant online especially on promotion i think they will not prepare the fresh one. Not fair”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“The chicken satay is dry and not tender.. do not order from this restaurant online especially on promotion i think they will not prepare the fresh one. Not fair”November 2025
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Fried chicken Net −1
“And fried chicken is quite bloody.”
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Critical review excerpts
“And fried chicken is quite bloody.”November 2025
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Tomyum soup Net −1
“However, the tomyum soup, while aromatic and packed with seafood, was quite salty for our taste, slightly overshadowing its tangy and spicy notes.”
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Critical review excerpts
“However, the tomyum soup, while aromatic and packed with seafood, was quite salty for our taste, slightly overshadowing its tangy and spicy notes.”May 2025
Tips for a Better Visit
Adjust spice. Ask the team to modify the spice level; one group had it changed for repeat orders.
Check ingredients. Vegetarians should ask about fish sauce and anchovies before ordering; the green curry contains fish sauce.
Try set menus. Compare the set menus with à la carte ordering; one diner paid around AED 80 per person for a generous set menu.
Use free parking. The Al Wasl branch review reports two hours of free parking in the same building as Safest Way Supermarket.
Visit late. The restaurant was reported open until 4am, useful for a late meal.
Go in groups. Larger groups can get more from the selected-menu deal by sharing and trying a wider variety.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Sheikh Zayed Rd
Al Wasl, Dubai
| Mon | 11:00 AM – 4:00 AM |
| Tue | 11:00 AM – 4:00 AM |
| Wed | 11:00 AM – 4:00 AM |
| Thu | 11:00 AM – 4:00 AM |
| Fri | 11:00 AM – 4:00 AM |
| Sat | 11:00 AM – 4:00 AM |
| Sun | 11:00 AM – 4:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Salty tom yum
One diner found the seafood tom yum too salty, which muted its tangy and spicy notes.
Uneven pad thai
A diner found the Pad Thai disappointing, though a server offered a vegetable alternative.
Dim lighting
One review found the cozy room a little dim and suggested more natural light or ambience.
Delivery concern
One online order reportedly arrived with old stock, while the fried chicken was bloody and the satay dry.
Small prawn topping
One diner liked the prawn toast but felt it could have contained more prawns.
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The Bottom Line
Go Thai Al Wasl is a Thai restaurant in Al Wasl where the main draw is authentic, generously portioned food served in a relaxed setting. Reviews repeatedly mention seafood laksa soup, Pad Thai, Green Curry and Mango Sticky Rice, with diners also praising fresh ingredients and attractive presentation. The restaurant has both à la carte dishes and set menus.
One group reported spending around AED 80 per person on a set menu, while other reviews mention unlimited offers at AED 65 and AED 70 per person. The portions can be substantial, so sharing works well, especially for larger groups. Service is one of the strongest reasons people return.
Diners describe the team as warm, attentive and accommodating, with food often arriving quickly. The kitchen has also adjusted dishes for an allergy and modified spice levels when requested. Vegetarians should ask about fish sauce and anchovies, as the green curry contains fish sauce.
The atmosphere is generally described as cozy, peaceful and welcoming, although one diner found the lighting a little dim. Parking is a practical plus: a review mentions two hours of free parking, and another reports the restaurant staying open until 4am. One negative online-order experience involved old stock and undercooked fried chicken, so dining in may be the safer choice when freshness matters.