Opening hours
| Monday | 10 am – 6:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 10 am – 6:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 10 am – 6:30 pm |
| Thursday | 10 am – 6:30 pm |
| Friday | 10 am – 6:30 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Times shown in local time (Melbourne). Public holiday hours may differ.
- Address8 Porters Lane, Carlton VIC
- Websitethailander.net.au
- CuisineThai
8 Porters Lane, Carlton VIC · 1.7 km from Melbourne centre
Popular times
Estimated from typical visit patterns for Thai venues and this venue's opening hours — not live data.
At a glance
- TypeRestaurant
- CuisineThai
- AreaCarlton, Melbourne
- StateVictoria
- HoursOpen 5 days a week (closed Saturdays & Sundays)
About Thailander
Located in Carlton, VIC, Thailander is a Thai restaurant serving locals and visitors alike. You'll find it at 8 Porters Lane, Carlton VIC, roughly 1.7 km from the Melbourne 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.
Thailander is open 5 days a week (closed Saturdays & Sundays); the venue offers dine-in, takeaway, outdoor seating; there are vegetarian options.
Planning a night out in Carlton? 10 other venues are within a short distance, including Rice Workshop and Gong Cha.
Amenities & services
- 🍽️Dine-in
- 🥡Takeaway
- ☀️Outdoor seating
- 📅No takes reservations
- ♿Wheelchair accessible
- 🥦Vegetarian options
- 🍸No licensed / bar
- 📶Free Wi-Fi
- ❄️Air-conditioned
- 🚗No drive-through
- 💳Card payments
What to order
Signature Thai dishes to look out for.
Photos of Thailander
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Closest restaurants to Thailander
The 10 nearest places to eat, with distance and travel time.
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Rice Workshop 🍣 Japanese · 8 Porters Lane, Carlton20 mW · 1 min walk -
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Gong Cha 🍨 Desserts & Gelato · 15 Monash Road, Carlton20 mNW · 1 min walk
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3
Student Dining 🍽️ International · Monash Road, Carlton30 mNW · 1 min walk
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4
PappaRich 🌶️ Malaysian & Indonesian · 8 Porters Lane, Carlton30 mSW · 1 min walk -
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Roll'd 🍲 Vietnamese · 11 Monash Road, Carlton40 mNE · 1 min walk
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House of Cards ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 8 Porters Lane, Carlton40 mW · 1 min walk -
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Ho Ho's Xpress (Level 1) 🧆 Middle Eastern & Turkish · 11 Monash Road, Carlton50 mNE · 1 min walk
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Alleyway Kitchen 🥟 Chinese · 2 Porters Lane, Carlton50 mSW · 1 min walk -
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Student Pavilion 🍽️ International · 11 Monash Road, Carlton50 mNE · 1 min walk
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10
St Ali Canteen ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 15 Monash Road, Carlton60 mN · 1 min walk
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More Thai near Carlton
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Eating out in Carlton
Carlton is home to 206 places to eat in our guide, part of the wider Melbourne area with 9,581 venues. The local dining scene leans towards cafés & brunch, italian restaurants, international restaurants. Within 25 km of Thailander there are 8,375 restaurants, cafés and pubs to choose from.
Nearby suburbs worth exploring include Greek Precinct (1.4 km), Fitzroy (1.4 km), North Melbourne (1.6 km), East End Theatre District (1.6 km).
Cuisine mix in Carlton
Frequently asked questions
Where is Thailander located?
Thailander is located at 8 Porters Lane, Carlton VIC. It is about 1.7 km from the centre of Melbourne. 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 Thailander?
Thailander is open 5 days a week (closed Saturdays & Sundays). Today's hours are highlighted in the opening hours table above, which shows whether it is open right now (Australia/Melbourne time). Hours can change on public holidays, so it is worth confirming before you visit.
What kind of food does Thailander serve?
Thailander serves Thai cuisine. Browse our Thai menu guide for typical dishes and dietary options.
Does Thailander offer takeaway or delivery?
According to our latest data, Thailander offers takeaway.
Is Thailander wheelchair accessible?
Yes — Thailander is listed as wheelchair accessible.
How can I contact Thailander?
You can reach Thailander or via its website.
What is the closest restaurant to Thailander?
The closest venue is Rice Workshop, about 20 m to the west (1 min walk). Other close options include Gong Cha (20 m), Student Dining (30 m), PappaRich (30 m).
What are some recommended places to eat near Thailander?
Popular, well-documented choices nearby include Universal Italian (Italian, 610 m), Al Dente Enoteca (Italian, 1.1 km), Yeshi Ethiopian Restaurant (African, 1.4 km).
Where else can I find Thai food near Carlton?
Other Thai venues close by include Thai City (650 m), Ying Thai 2 (670 m), Lanna Thai (790 m).
How many restaurants are there in Carlton?
Our guide lists 206 places to eat in Carlton, most commonly cafés & brunch (52), italian restaurants (25), international restaurants (23). Within 25 km there are 8,375 venues in total.