Trying to find authentic Thai flavors in Buford? Your search ends here. We’ve scoured the city for the most promising spots—from fiery curries to delicate noodle dishes. While we can’t guarantee every bowl, these 20 restaurants show serious potential. Dive in and explore, or bookmark this list to track where we’ve confirmed the magic.
Lin’s Bistro
$ | (770) 338-2887 | WEBSITE
Another week, another Buford spot for the list. Lin’s Bistro delivers Chinese classics with fried rice, egg rolls, chicken wings, and soup for $7.50. The lunch special offers solid value with generous portions and attentive service, including timely refills and satisfaction checks. Known for its fair prices and quick delivery—often within 20-30 minutes—it’s a reliable choice for takeout, especially with Apple Pay convenience.
While some note a slight dip in food quality and portion sizes after recent ownership changes, Lin’s Bistro remains a local favorite for consistent Chinese cuisine.
House of Chan + The Juicy Crab
$ | (770) 887-8181 | WEBSITE
Great news for anyone who’s ever wanted to enjoy a seafood boil with Thai flair: House of Chan + The Juicy Crab is serving up satisfying meals in Buford. The restaurant offers a variety of lunch specials and seafood boils in a clean environment with attentive waitstaff. We’ve got our eye on the seafood boil, which comes with all the traditional fixings and is particularly well-received.
While some might wish for more Thai-specific lunch options beyond the standard Chinese takeout fare, the overall dining experience hits the spot.
Fresh Bowl Thai Cuisine
$$ | (678) 322-8222 | WEBSITE
Fresh Bowl Thai Cuisine is a cozy Buford spot with a pleasant atmosphere perfect for romantic dinners or quiet evenings. The kitchen serves up classics like Pad Thai Chicken, Green Curry Chicken, and the Thai beef boat noodle praised as the best in the area. The menu also features tasty options like crab Rangoon, sweet and sour chicken, and curries, all made with fresh ingredients and presented thoughtfully.
New favorites include Satay Chicken with peanut sauce and the homemade Coconut cake and Mango sticky rice. The Thai tea slushy is also a popular choice. The staff is friendly and efficient, ensuring an enjoyable dining experience where every item delivered from the kitchen looks amazing and is packed with authentic Thai flavors.
Friend’s House
$ | (770) 932-5899 | WEBSITE
Friend’s House now offers a streamlined dining experience in Buford, GA, focusing on fresh, hot Thai cuisine with special diet options. If you’ve visited before you know to expect dishes like Basile Fried Rice with chicken and spring roll, or Steamed Vegetables with sauce on the side. The staff adapts any dish to your taste, whether adjusting spice levels or modifying vegetables.
While the restaurant is short-staffed and no longer provides waitress service, all meals come in to-go boxes even when dining in, making it ideal for takeout with fast delivery. It’s a solid choice for those in the area, especially for convenient, customizable meals.
Asian Fusion
$ | (770) 945-9992 | WEBSITE
Asian Fusion brings Thai and Chinese flavors to Buford, with dishes like buffalo wings with flavorful sauce, beef and broccoli that’s one of the best, and pork fried rice praised for its perfect chili oil spice. The shrimp and vegetable dish also stands out. The small but welcoming atmosphere, along with friendly staff, creates a positive environment with quick service whether dining in or ordering takeout.
Sally’s Kitchen Thai and Lao
$ | (470) 589-1598 | WEBSITE
Sally’s Kitchen Thai and Lao offers a $14 Pad Thai Chicken with just the right kick of spice and generous portions. There’s also a cozy dining room with beautiful background music for a casual meal or first date, if you’re more in the mood to relax than rush.
Oriental J Restaurant
$ | (770) 932-7388 | WEBSITE
Oriental J Restaurant is now serving Buford. The convenient counter-service spot offers Thai classics, sushi, and curries for dine-in or takeout through GrubHub and Uber Eats. They’ve got popular dishes like house angel hair, sesame chicken, and Mongolian beef alongside favorites like Thai spicy chicken with shrimp and chicken lettuce wraps. The hot & sour soup and curry coconut curry with tofu remain standouts, with many returning for new experiences.
While service can be inconsistent, the food arrives hot, fresh, and delicious—making it a local favorite for tasty meals at reasonable prices in a casual, no-frills setting.
Wasabi Japanese Restaurant
$ | (770) 503-7338 | WEBSITE
Wasabi Japanese Restaurant is a reliable choice for travelers passing through Buford. The pan-Asian eatery offers a consistent menu featuring sushi rolls, Pad Thai, curries, and Chinese-Japanese fusion dishes. Expect generous portions of fresh food, friendly service that makes you feel like family, and quick turnaround even during peak hours. Notable items like the Flowery Branch roll come highly recommended for newcomers.
While you might occasionally encounter minor issues like less-than-fresh fish or stale fried wontons, the reasonable prices, ample vegetarian options, and overall satisfying experience make it a dependable stop for a hearty meal.
The Juicy Crab Cumming
$$ | (770) 887-8181 | WEBSITE
The Juicy Crab Cumming, a standout among Buford’s Thai seafood spots, offers a straightforward concept: a casual dining room where the main event is the seafood boil, served with minimal fuss. Dishes range from about $20 to $60, fitting various appetites. The atmosphere is unpretentious, with simple décor and a focus on the food. Service is generally quick and polite, with hosts attentive to needs like extra shell buckets.
While the menu can be confusing for some, and portion sizes sometimes vary, the seafood boil itself is a highlight—perfectly cooked and full of flavor. Despite occasional spice surprises or included tips on checks, many agree the food is amazing.
Golden Phoenix
$ | (678) 926-3933 | WEBSITE
Golden Phoenix in Buford has a casual counter service vibe up front and a cozy dining area in the back. Known for its authentic Asian cuisine, they serve egg rolls, Bánh Mì, and curries along with flavorful pho and spicy Thai dishes. The egg rolls are fried but feel lighter, while the massaman curry boasts layers of complex flavors. The pho broth is rich, with fresh bean sprouts and toppings making it a favorite.
Service is fast and friendly, with staff willing to accommodate spice levels on dishes like Tom Yum soup and Pad Prik. Overall, it’s a well-loved spot for satisfying cravings with efficient service and tasty options like green curry and Singapore noodles.
Golden Seven Suwanee
$ | (678) 889-4999 | WEBSITE
Golden Seven Suwanee is a popular spot in the Suwanee area known for its quick and delicious meals. The menu at this vibrant space—intended to bring to mind authentic Thai street food—features a variety of moderately spiced dishes, with highlights like the chicken lettuce wraps with sautéed ground chicken and veggies, the basil stir fry with tofu for vegetarians, and the customizable family meal. The restaurant also offers a separate lunch menu with soup and spring roll options.
Customers praise the balance of flavors, perfectly cooked meats, and friendly staff, making it a go-to for delicious Asian cuisine.
Red Ginger
$ | (770) 813-1319 | WEBSITE
Asheville’s got Chinese takeout spots, vegan menus, and now, Red Ginger. Inside this popular destination, this Chinese restaurant serves orange chicken, General Tao’s tofu, and enough fresh noodles and Crab Rangoon to convince you that your takeout order belongs on the dinner table. It does, and bless the kitchen for making it happen.
Saigon Cafe
$ | (770) 995-8301 | WEBSITE
Saigon Cafe, a family-owned Thai restaurant in Buford, has been serving the community for years. At the cozy dining room, the friendly staff offers generous pho bowls for $14. There are two popular dishes each night, the Massaman Tofu Curry and the Spicy Basil Chicken.
Asian House
$ | (770) 889-2898 | WEBSITE
Asian House is more than a typical Thai restaurant. Aiming to provide a cozy family dining experience in Buford, the restaurant is known for its tasty food and friendly staff. It serves delicious vegan noodles, rice, and crab rangoon alongside highly recommended dishes like General Tsos chicken and Mongolian beef. Despite a recent ownership change, the establishment has improved and maintained its cleanliness, making it a must-visit spot when traveling through town.
Moto Asian Cuisine
$ | (770) 844-1080 | WEBSITE
The latest addition to Buford’s thriving Asian dining scene is Moto Asian Cuisine, a local favorite with a focus on fresh ingredients and generous portions. Located conveniently with ample parking, Moto serves classics like Chicken Pad Thai and delicious sushi alongside various vegetarian options. Many diners enjoy lunch here, noting the food is always fresh and delicious, with reasonable prices around $12-18 per entrée. Don’t forget to try their sweet tea!
The warm, welcoming environment features comfortable seating and a kid-friendly atmosphere, making it perfect for any occasion. The staff is friendly and attentive, often providing excellent recommendations, while the professional manager takes great care of guests.
Tani Thai Restaurant
$ | (770) 932-1688 | WEBSITE
Tani Thai Restaurant is a Buford-based Thai spot offering authentic cuisine in a renovated old building. As at their original location, Tani Thai is serving the classics, like Tom Yum Soup, coconut shrimp, Rama shrimp, and Masaman curry, all prepared with a vegetarian base. There’s also a spice rack for those who want to turn up the heat. The Chicken basil pad kra pow gai prepared Thai hot is especially fiery, while the Royal Duck comes tender with a great sauce.
For dessert, don’t miss the legendary Coconut Cake with its incredible red sauce. The staff is friendly and attentive, treating every guest like a VIP, and the martinis are fantastic. With its warm, upscale vibe and quick service, Tani Thai delivers a memorable experience that leaves guests eager to return.
Sunshine Chinese – Thai Restaurant
$ | (770) 614-9699 | WEBSITE
Authentic Thai cuisine has officially arrived in Buford with the opening of Sunshine Chinese – Thai Restaurant. Local food lovers already know, but for everyone else, Sunshine is a family-owned spot now serving genuine Chinese and Thai dishes in a casual setting, including spicy basil fish and shrimp udon noodle soup made just for the neighborhood.
Green Tea
$ | (678) 720-9899 | WEBSITE
Green Tea is a restaurant tucked away in Buford offering a diverse selection of Asian dishes, including sushi, Chinese, and Thai options. Come for consistently fresh and delicious food like the green curry, basil noodle, and the highly recommended Lewis Roll, which is large and deep fried, plus their Thai tea, considered the best in the area with well-balanced flavors.
The restaurant provides quick delivery or a pleasant dine-in experience with new ownership bringing welcome changes to the entrance and dining area, making the atmosphere more inviting. The service remains impeccable, even on quiet nights when the staff is busy. While the prices may be going up slightly, they are still reasonable, making Green Tea a great option for those seeking high-quality Asian cuisine.
The spicy seafood soup is a favorite among many, ensuring that regulars will continue to return.
Tomiyama Sushi And Hibachi
$$ | (678) 765-0880 | WEBSITE
Tomiyama Sushi And Hibachi in Buford is part sushi bar, part hibachi grill serving fresh sushi rolls, flavorful Asian dishes, halal options, and a great beer selection. The modern atmosphere features TVs playing sports games, creating a welcoming space perfect for family gatherings or special events. I stopped by craving sushi and found the Tomiyama dragon roll very good and worth the price—around $16 for a generous portion.
The Tomiyama chicken served in a pineapple is a popular choice, cooked to perfection with attentive service from the friendly staff. Even when the wait time stretches a bit due to the restaurant’s popularity, the patient servers keep the experience enjoyable. Whether you’re here for the fun hibachi grill or regular dine-in options like chicken satay, red curry, or bento boxes, the overall experience—from food to atmosphere—delivers consistently.
Talay Thai Cuisine
$ | (678) 957-9811 | WEBSITE
Talay Thai Cuisine delivers reliably tasty Thai food at approachable prices. The $18 Nasi Goreng fried rice is the star, with customers returning for classics like green curry, drunken noodles, and coconut soup. Service is consistently good, and the Thai tea is a must-order. The space feels authentic and inviting, with warm lighting and traditional decor. Standouts include the Spring Rolls, Drunken Noodles, and the popular Pad Thai and Basil Fried Rice.
The Sesame Chicken shines with tender, juicy pieces fried perfectly. It’s a go-to spot for flavorful Thai cuisine in Buford.