Authentic flavours
Several diners compare the Pad Thai and wider menu favourably with food they ate in Thailand, including a reviewer who praised the Tom Kha Gai.
Little Bangkok - Oud Metha
Oud Metha
Little Bangkok - Oud Metha is a Thai restaurant known in Oud Metha for bold, authentic flavours and attentive service. Reviews highlight its Pad Thai, mango sticky rice desserts and unlimited, made-to-order dining deals, making it useful for both casual meals and family celebrations.
Reputation Score
4.6
★★★★★
3,517 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Fresh buffet
The unlimited offering is cooked fresh and made to order rather than held in buffet trays, with portions and quality staying consistent across multiple rounds.
Dessert highlights
Mango sticky rice with a warm hazelnut brownie is a standout combination, while another diner singled out the dessert sampler.
Attentive service
Reviews repeatedly describe the service as quick, welcoming and accommodating, including help choosing dishes around personal preferences.
Vegan options
Vegan dishes received a specific positive mention, making the menu workable for diners looking beyond meat and seafood.
Family friendly
A reviewer enjoyed finding a kids meal in the Thai-themed restaurant, and another family celebrated a son's birthday with an accommodating team.
What to Eat at Little Bangkok - Oud Metha 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 Little Bangkok - Oud Metha, 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.
These items at Little Bangkok - Oud Metha got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
Food 3
-
Pad thai Net +3
“I always ordered pad Thai when I find one and this restaurant did not disappoint. It felt im eating a very local pad Thai, the taste was really good and rich, very Thai i must say.”
Positive 4Negative 1
Review excerpts
“I always ordered pad Thai when I find one and this restaurant did not disappoint. It felt im eating a very local pad Thai, the taste was really good and rich, very Thai i must say.”December 2025
“The Pad Thai tastes just like what I had in Bangkok, so authentic and absolutely delicious!”May 2026
-
Mango sticky rice Net +2
“The mango sticky rice… omg, it’s unbelievably good.”
Positive 2Negative 0
Review excerpts
“The mango sticky rice… omg, it’s unbelievably good.”May 2026
“Been here a few times and tried different dishes except for mango with sticky rice which is THE SHOULD EAT dessert for me. Every-time the food has been delicious and my experience has been overwhelming.”March 2025
-
Tom yum soup Net +2
“💕 Would definitely come back for the tom yum soup and dessert platter.”
Positive 2Negative 0
Review excerpts
“💕 Would definitely come back for the tom yum soup and dessert platter.”February 2026
“I tried thai milk tea, pad thai, and khao pad fried rice and THE DESSERT.. you must try the platter...and the brownie with hazelnuts was amazing.. also Tom yum soup was so good.. will deffo come again.”June 2026
Honorable mentions (13)
-
Aust beef w rice Net +1
“We had pad thai and the aust beef w rice and it was soo good ❤️”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“We had pad thai and the aust beef w rice and it was soo good ❤️”July 2026
-
Brownie with hazelnuts Net +1
“I tried thai milk tea, pad thai, and khao pad fried rice and THE DESSERT.. you must try the platter...and the brownie with hazelnuts was amazing.. also Tom yum soup was so good.. will deffo come again.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“I tried thai milk tea, pad thai, and khao pad fried rice and THE DESSERT.. you must try the platter...and the brownie with hazelnuts was amazing.. also Tom yum soup was so good.. will deffo come again.”June 2026
-
Chicken wonton Net +1
“We tried the Prawn Pad Thai and Chicken Wonton, and both were really good and tasty. The portions were satisfying, and the overall experience was great.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“We tried the Prawn Pad Thai and Chicken Wonton, and both were really good and tasty. The portions were satisfying, and the overall experience was great.”August 2026
-
Dessert platter Net +1
“💕 Would definitely come back for the tom yum soup and dessert platter.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“💕 Would definitely come back for the tom yum soup and dessert platter.”February 2026
-
Dessert sampler Net +1
“All their appetizers and main courses are excellent but their refressing drinks and the dessert sampler is simply my fave part of the meal :)”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“All their appetizers and main courses are excellent but their refressing drinks and the dessert sampler is simply my fave part of the meal :)”July 2026
-
Khai soi noodles Net +1
“The UNLIMITED PRAWNS THAINAMITE x MICHELINE MAE MANEE KHAI SOI NOODLES (AED 99pp - Mon-Fri) with good service (Thanks Munkan & Chinnolla…and chefs) for a wonderful break! We truly enjoyed our meal today! Def will come back!”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“The UNLIMITED PRAWNS THAINAMITE x MICHELINE MAE MANEE KHAI SOI NOODLES (AED 99pp - Mon-Fri) with good service (Thanks Munkan & Chinnolla…and chefs) for a wonderful break! We truly enjoyed our meal today! Def will come back!”March 2026
-
Khao pad fried rice Net +1
“I tried thai milk tea, pad thai, and khao pad fried rice and THE DESSERT.. you must try the platter...and the brownie with hazelnuts was amazing.. also Tom yum soup was so good.. will deffo come again.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“I tried thai milk tea, pad thai, and khao pad fried rice and THE DESSERT.. you must try the platter...and the brownie with hazelnuts was amazing.. also Tom yum soup was so good.. will deffo come again.”June 2026
-
Mango sticky rice with brownie Net +1
“Believe me, believe me, believe me — if you visit this place, you have to try the Mango Sticky Rice with Brownie! It was absolutely amazing. The brownie was served warm and was one of the best brownies I’ve ever had.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Believe me, believe me, believe me — if you visit this place, you have to try the Mango Sticky Rice with Brownie! It was absolutely amazing. The brownie was served warm and was one of the best brownies I’ve ever had.”June 2026
-
Papaya salad Net +1
“I found the portions to be a bit smaller for pricing. Also Papaya salad had barely any shrimps but taste was great.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“I found the portions to be a bit smaller for pricing. Also Papaya salad had barely any shrimps but taste was great.”February 2026
-
Prawn pad thai Net +1
“We tried the Prawn Pad Thai and Chicken Wonton, and both were really good and tasty. The portions were satisfying, and the overall experience was great.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“We tried the Prawn Pad Thai and Chicken Wonton, and both were really good and tasty. The portions were satisfying, and the overall experience was great.”August 2026
-
Satay chicken Net +1
“The Satay Chicken was also delicious and full of flavor.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“The Satay Chicken was also delicious and full of flavor.”June 2026
-
Tom kha gai Net +1
“My favourite dish to check the authenticity of a Thai restaurant is “Tom Kha Gai” - and they do it perfectly;-). They know me already and aware how I want it.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“My favourite dish to check the authenticity of a Thai restaurant is “Tom Kha Gai” - and they do it perfectly;-). They know me already and aware how I want it.”April 2025
-
Unlimited prawns Net +1
“The UNLIMITED PRAWNS THAINAMITE x MICHELINE MAE MANEE KHAI SOI NOODLES (AED 99pp - Mon-Fri) with good service (Thanks Munkan & Chinnolla…and chefs) for a wonderful break! We truly enjoyed our meal today! Def will come back!”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“The UNLIMITED PRAWNS THAINAMITE x MICHELINE MAE MANEE KHAI SOI NOODLES (AED 99pp - Mon-Fri) with good service (Thanks Munkan & Chinnolla…and chefs) for a wonderful break! We truly enjoyed our meal today! Def will come back!”March 2026
Drinks 2
-
Butterfly pea soda Net +1
“We had the seafood classic dumpling, thung talay for appetizers and for main course sizzling seafood with healthy sticky rice and pad kee mao and for the drinks, I ordered Butterfly Pea Soda which is refreshing.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“We had the seafood classic dumpling, thung talay for appetizers and for main course sizzling seafood with healthy sticky rice and pad kee mao and for the drinks, I ordered Butterfly Pea Soda which is refreshing.”March 2026
-
Thai milk tea Net +1
“I tried thai milk tea, pad thai, and khao pad fried rice and THE DESSERT.. you must try the platter...and the brownie with hazelnuts was amazing.. also Tom yum soup was so good.. will deffo come again.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“I tried thai milk tea, pad thai, and khao pad fried rice and THE DESSERT.. you must try the platter...and the brownie with hazelnuts was amazing.. also Tom yum soup was so good.. will deffo come again.”June 2026
What to Avoid (2)
Food 2
-
Pad kha prow Net −1
“Their pad kha prow is the best !! It was an utter disappointment this time. Standards have gone down drastically.”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“Their pad kha prow is the best !! It was an utter disappointment this time. Standards have gone down drastically.”May 2026
-
Pad kha prow vegan Net −1
“Take a look at the pictures - first one is the quantity of pad kha prow vegan that I got.”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“Take a look at the pictures - first one is the quantity of pad kha prow vegan that I got.”May 2026
Tips for a Better Visit
Check spice. Ask about the spice level before ordering; one diner warned that the restaurant's normal spice may be hotter than expected.
Plan parking. If the entrance spaces are full, try parking behind the restaurant rather than circling for one of the few front spots.
Check deals. Ask about the current unlimited or discount promotion before ordering; diners have reported both weekend and weekday offers.
Order dessert. If you want dessert, place the order clearly before asking for the bill, since one table was billed instead of being asked about anything else.
Expect heat. If you prefer milder food, mention it when ordering rather than assuming the standard spice level will be gentle.
Plan the visit
Practical details
10th St - near American Hospital
Oud Metha, Dubai
| Mon | 12:00 PM – 11:30 PM |
| Tue | 12:00 PM – 11:30 PM |
| Wed | 12:00 PM – 11:30 PM |
| Thu | 12:00 PM – 11:30 PM |
| Fri | 12:00 PM – 11:30 PM |
| Sat | 12:00 PM – 11:30 PM |
| Sun | 12:00 PM – 11:30 PM |
Common Concerns
Portion concerns
One diner felt portions had become smaller for the price, particularly noting reduced vegetables in the Pad Kha Prow vegan dish.
Inconsistent Pad Thai
A reviewer found the orange-coloured Pad Thai unlike the expected dish, saying its taste was not up to the mark.
Dessert miss
One table asked for dessert but received the bill instead, eventually having dessert elsewhere.
Promotion pressure
During one unlimited promotion visit, repeated reminders about the time limit made the group feel uncomfortable and affected the atmosphere.
Tight parking
The entrance has only a few parking spaces, so finding a spot there can be difficult.
DXB
LOCAL
LOCAL
The Bottom Line
Little Bangkok - Oud Metha is a Thai restaurant in Oud Metha where diners come for Pad Thai, Tom Yum soup, dumplings, seafood dishes and desserts such as mango sticky rice. The strongest pattern in the reviews is flavour: several people who had travelled to Thailand said the food reminded them of Bangkok, while others praised the fresh preparation and balanced spices. The restaurant’s unlimited dining deals are a major draw.
One detailed review described every dish as cooked fresh and made to order, rather than sitting under heat lamps. A weekday unlimited prawns and Khao Soi offer was reported at AED 99 per person, and another diner mentioned an unlimited premium weekends deal. Check the current terms when you arrive, as promotions can vary.
Service is generally described as warm, quick and helpful, with staff offering dish suggestions and accommodating specific requests. The setting is small, tidy, quiet and cosy, and reviews mention a kids meal and successful birthday visits. Parking at the entrance is limited, so the space behind may be more practical.
There are a few inconsistencies to keep in mind: one diner found portions smaller for the price, another disliked the orange-coloured Pad Thai, and one table was given the bill when trying to order dessert. Spice levels can also run hot, so ask before ordering.