2 thai restaurants worth the trip across Australia, editor-ranked. All cuisines in Australia.

Longrain ★ 4.5 · Sydney

surry-hills · 85 Commonwealth Street, Surry Hills NSW 2010

Modern Thai institution on Commonwealth Street, Surry Hills, Sydney. The caramelised pork hock has stayed on the menu for more than two decades.

Tip: Communal long-table seating; bookings recommended on weekends.

Chat Thai Haymarket ★ 4.4 · Sydney

haymarket · Shop 1, 20 Campbell Street, Haymarket NSW 2000

Amy Chanta's flagship Thai room on Campbell Street, Haymarket, Sydney. Boat noodles, Bangkok-style street snacks and the Thai dessert counter at the front.