Panny Thai

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Panny Thai sits comfortably on Pakington Street in Geelong as a go-to spot for anyone craving authentic Thai flavors without fuss. This is a restaurant where the focus is firmly on the food itself, with an emphasis on genuine Southeast Asian dishes that stand out in the local dining scene. The setting feels casual and unpretentious, inviting both regulars and newcomers who want a satisfying meal, whether dining in or grabbing takeout.

Visitors can expect a straightforward, relaxed atmosphere where the food arrives fresh and notably generous in portion size. There’s a rhythm to meals here that suits a quick lunch break or an easy dinner after a busy day, helped by the efficient service and short wait times most report. Though it's not a formal dining experience, the staff’s attentiveness and willingness to accommodate dietary needs—vegan options included—make it a practical choice for varied groups.

One of the unique practical details is the location of restrooms, which requires a short walk to a nearby building with staff-provided key access, a small but notable aspect to keep in mind. Free drinking water is available, enhancing the casual, comfortable feel.

This place works well for locals who appreciate consistent quality Thai food that doesn’t compromise on authenticity. People who enjoy exploring different dishes will find plenty to sample with each visit, reflecting the diverse flavors of Thai cuisine. Panny Thai is best visited outside peak lunch hours if possible, to avoid busier periods, though it handles a steady flow well.

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Dennis Jeyachandran

11 Dec 2025

Panny Thai is the best Thai restaurant in Geelong. Authentic, lip smacking and food which will put you into a deep slumber if you've had too much.(personal experience) Try each dish, as all of them are so different and delicious. From the ho mok seafood to the pumpkin curry and the pad see u All of them are simply too good!

Alixandra Gorman

02 Dec 2025

Best thai food I've had in a while! Affordable, great service, large portion sizes and short wait-time.

Black Dog

01 Dec 2025

Excellent food, excellent service. We have been going to Panny Thai every month or two for at least 5 years, and it is by far the best Thai restaurant in Geelong. I'm vegan, my wife is not, and we both get a huge range of options. Cannot recommend this place enough as neither of us have ever had a bad feed here

Thew Guat Hoon

29 Nov 2025

Nice Thai food restaurant at Geelong town! It open at after lunch hour too!!! There is toilet which need to walk beside of the walking path to another building beside with key request from the staff! Free drinking water as well!!!

Andy Freeman

17 Nov 2025

Always great food and nice staff. Phone order was 30min late but staff were apologetic. Fresh cooked food is worth the wait.

Elicia Wong

28 Oct 2025

Super authentic Thai food, loved everything we have ordered: entrees (spring rolls and money bags), mains (massaman beef curry and ho-mok talay), sides (garlic fried rice and jasmine rice). Our mains are amazing: hands down the best massaman beef curry we ever had (3 hours slow-cooked beef in herbs and massaman curry did make a huge difference in the texture and flavor of the beef), and the Ho-mok talay (steamed seafood and veges with red curry sauce and egg) was an absolute delight. This was the first time we had Ho-mok talay and were impressed with the taste profile (love it so much that we ended up ordering another bowl of rice to have with the sauce, yum). Highly recommended and we will be back next time we are in Geelong!

Alexander Campbell

19 Sep 2025

The sweet chilli sauce with the spring rolls had a little bit more kick than other restaurants and was perfect as a result. Veggie pad Thai was also spot on

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