Thai Sabaai at Go Ikebukuro
Location: Japan, 〒171-0022 Tokyo, Toshima City, Minamiikebukuro, 1 Chome−28−2 池袋パルコ 8F
Ikebukuro PARCO
A cheerful, Thai Select-certified restaurant on the 8th floor of Ikebukuro PARCO serving classic Thai curries and stir-fries.
A cheerful, Thai Select-certified restaurant on the 8th floor of Ikebukuro PARCO serving classic Thai curries and stir-fries.
Thai Sabai is a casual Thai restaurant perched on the 8th floor of Ikebukuro PARCO, just a minute's walk from the east exit of JR Ikebukuro Station. Certified by the Thai Select programme, which recognises restaurants abroad that uphold authentic Thai culinary standards, it specialises in crowd-pleasing dishes such as tom yum soup, gapao rice and pad thai, all prepared with the bold, fragrant flavours you would expect from a properly run Thai kitchen.The interior is bright and welcoming, decorated in a cheerful style that echoes the restaurant's name, since sabai means comfortable or happy in Thai. A lunch buffet is available, offering generous helpings of vegetable-heavy dishes that are popular with the local office crowd. The restaurant also caters well to groups and couples looking for a relaxed evening meal, with beer and other drinks on the menu to complement the food.
Because it sits inside PARCO, it is an easy option to combine with shopping or a trip to the cinema. Reservations are recommended at weekends when the restaurant can get quite busy. The English menu makes ordering straightforward for visitors who do not read Japanese.
Operating Hours
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Overall Rating
Based on 1235 Google reviews
Negative Reviews
A***m
I ordered the Pad Thai and khao man gai and I felt the food was underwhelming was laking rich flavors. The Pad Thai portion was small and it was way too sweet and not enjoyable to eat. The Khao man gai was nothing special and it tasted like an essence of Khao man gai.
Positive Reviews
K*** Z***
No issues here ordering and food was excellent. Service was good, no complaints.
T*** A***
One of my bucket list for Thai cuisine ! Nice place and delicious foods! So yummy 😋 …
K*** l***
All plates I ordered are very delicious.
R*** B***
I really like this place because food is great, atmosphere is also really nice, and it has been my go to place with my friends :))
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Thai Sabaai
Thai Salad Restaurant Entrance
The photo shows the storefront of a Thai restaurant, featuring a wooden sign with 'Thai Salad' and 'タイ料理 認定レストラン' (Certified Thai Cuisine Restaurant) in Japanese. A decorative garland adorns the top of the sign. To the right, there are vertical slatted panels forming part of the facade. Inside, a TV screen displays food preparation. Outside, several menu boards stand near the entrance, along with chairs lined up against the wall. The interior appears warm and inviting, with visible dining tables.
Thai Sabay Restaurant Entrance
Entrance to Thai Sabay restaurant with wooden signboard displaying 'Thai Sabay' and Japanese text, decorated with pink tinsel garland. A statue of a Thai figure stands near the entrance. Menu boards are visible outside.
Restaurant Interior
Interior of a restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, partitioned seating areas, hanging lights, and decorative plants on shelves.
Buffet Food Display
A buffet table with various food items including ice, sauces, and snacks.
Thailand-style meal with rice, pork, egg and spring rolls
A top-down view of a wooden table set with a large dark plate containing white rice, sliced boiled pork, two halves of soft-boiled eggs, pickled mustard greens, and leafy greens. To the left is a small white bowl holding three rolled spring wraps on lettuce leaves. Above that is a blue-and-white patterned bowl with clear broth and floating pieces of tofu or meat. A red spoon rests below the main plate, next to a small white dish with brown sauce. Chopsticks lie in the upper right corner.
Lunch Plate with Rice, Meat, and Side Dishes
A plate of food featuring a mound of white rice, sliced roasted meat (possibly pork or chicken), pickled vegetables, green onions, and half-boiled eggs. Accompanying the main dish are spring rolls in a small bowl and a bowl of clear soup with visible ingredients like tofu or mushrooms.
Asian Noodle Bowl with Side Dishes
A close-up of a bowl of noodle soup featuring chicken, bean sprouts, basil leaves, and sliced radish in broth. Accompanying side dishes include rice, pickled vegetables, spring rolls, and dipping sauces on a wooden table.
Thai Fried Rice with Egg and Curry
A wooden plate featuring a serving of fried rice topped with a sunny-side-up egg, accompanied by green curry in a small metal bowl, fresh salad, pickled vegetables, and herbs. A glass mug of orange juice sits nearby on the table.
Pad Thai with Shrimp
A plate of Pad Thai featuring large shrimp, bean sprouts, scrambled egg, green onions, and a lemon wedge on the side, served on a blue and white patterned plate.
Thai-style meal spread
A wooden table set with a large platter containing white rice, chicken, spring rolls, and a small pot of curry soup. Surrounding dishes include green beans in sauce, mixed salad, and other side dishes. Two glasses—one with orange juice, one with water—are visible. No signage or menu is present.
Thai Buffet Lunch Menu Display
A close-up of a promotional menu board and two bowls of soup on a wooden table. The menu advertises 'Thai Lunch Buffet All You Can Eat' with 11 types available, including Thai curry, grilled chicken, fresh green salad, deep-fried dishes, and jasmine rice dessert. Prices are listed as ¥1,727 (tax included) for the buffet option and ¥2,000 (tax included) for an all-you-can-eat lunch plus one main dish and drink.
Thai Food Spread with Merchandise
A table set with Thai dishes including rice with curry, spring rolls, and a seafood salad. Decorative plush toys are placed among the food.
Buffet Spread
A well-lit buffet table featuring a variety of dishes including rice, soups, salads, and breads. The setting includes decorative elements like floral arrangements and a stone wall backdrop.
Coco Pudding with Coconut Milk
A glass bowl filled with creamy white coconut milk and small green tapioca pearls, placed on a clear glass plate with a metal spoon beside it, set against a wooden floor background.
Spring Rolls with Side Salad and Dip
A plate of four spring rolls filled with shredded cabbage, carrots, egg, and other vegetables, accompanied by a side salad with lettuce and shredded carrots, and a small bowl of dipping sauce topped with crushed peanuts.
Thai-style meal spread on wooden tray
A top-down view of five white bowls arranged on a light wood-grain table. The dishes include: fried chicken with fries and slaw (top left), coconut sago dessert with spoon (top right), mixed greens salad with shredded carrots and cabbage (center), stir-fried glass noodles with pork, mushrooms, and green onions (bottom left), and rice bowl with chicken, bamboo shoots, and gravy (bottom right). No signage or menu visible.
Hainanese Chicken Rice Plate
A close-up of a plate containing sliced chicken, yellow rice topped with fried shallots, cucumber slices, radish garnish, and green dipping sauce. A bowl of soup with noodles sits beside it on a wooden table.
Interior of a Japanese Izakaya or Restaurant
The image shows the interior of a cozy, warmly lit restaurant with wooden tables and dark leather booths. The walls are decorated with colorful artwork, including a large elephant painting and smaller framed pieces. There are potted plants on shelves along the wall, adding to the inviting atmosphere. A TV screen is mounted in the background, and various signs and menus are placed on the tables. The overall ambiance suggests a casual dining experience.
Spicy Noodle Bowl with Toppings
A close-up of a bowl of spicy noodle soup featuring shrimp, minced pork, mushrooms, bean sprouts, and fresh cilantro on top. The broth is reddish-orange with visible oil and spices.
Fried Rice with Fried Egg and Curry
A wooden plate featuring a serving of fried rice mixed with vegetables, topped with a sunny-side-up egg. Accompanying the main dish are two small bowls containing curry sauce and a creamy dip, along with a side salad garnished with shredded cabbage and pickled radish. A glass pitcher filled with a light-colored beverage sits beside the plate on a rustic wooden table.
Shrimp Fried Rice with Bean Sprouts
A plate of stir-fried rice noodles topped with large shrimp, scrambled egg, and bean sprouts, served on a blue and white patterned dish.
Meal Tray with Side Dishes and Soup
A wooden tray holds four white dishes: a bowl of rice with stir-fried vegetables, a plate of mixed salad with shredded cabbage and carrots, another plate with fried items including what appears to be chicken or fish, and a cup of clear soup with pieces of meat.
Cup of Dessert with Mango and Coconut
A white cup filled with a creamy dessert, likely coconut milk-based, containing small tapioca pearls (sago) and chunks of yellow fruit, possibly mango or pineapple. A spoon rests inside the cup on a wooden table surface.
Thai Meal Spread
A wooden table set with various Thai dishes including Pad See Ew, green papaya salad (Som Tum), stir-fried greens, a curry dish in a metal pot, and a plate of beef stir-fry with fried egg and cucumber slices.
Buffet Food Display
A buffet table covered with a light green cloth, featuring various food items including rice cookers, grilled skewers, fried snacks in baskets, salads, and condiments like soy sauce and vinegar. Small yellow signs are placed near each item.
Thai Curry Rice Meal
A wooden tray holding a meal with yellow curry in a small pan, white rice, sliced grilled pork with cilantro, shredded cabbage salad with watermelon garnish, and dipping sauces.
Hainanese Chicken Rice with Soup
A plate of Hainanese chicken rice featuring yellow rice topped with fried shallots, sliced poached chicken, cucumber slices, cilantro, and a side of green chili sauce. Accompanied by a bowl of clear broth soup with noodles and garnishes, served on a wooden table.
Iced Milkshake with Red Straw
A close-up of a creamy, light-colored milkshake served in a clear glass with ice cubes and a red straw. The drink is placed on a wooden table surface.
Thai Chicken Rice and Soup
A plate of yellow rice topped with shredded chicken, cucumber slices, and fresh herbs alongside a small bowl of dipping sauce. Next to it is a bowl of soup with red chopsticks resting on the side.
Spring Rolls with Dipping Sauce
A plate featuring three spring rolls, a side of shredded vegetables in a glass container, lettuce leaves, and a small bowl of dipping sauce topped with crushed peanuts.
Grilled Pork with Salad and Sauce
A wooden serving board holds slices of grilled pork garnished with cilantro, a small bowl of dark dipping sauce, and a side salad with shredded cabbage and carrots.
Stir-fried Water Spinach with Garlic and Chili
A plate of stir-fried water spinach (chard) served in a light brown sauce, garnished with garlic cloves and red chili slices. The dish is presented on a white textured ceramic plate placed on a wooden table surface.
Fried Rice with Egg and Stir-fry
A plate of fried rice topped with a sunny-side-up egg, accompanied by stir-fried meat and vegetables including red and green peppers, onions, and cucumber slices on the side. The dish is served in a white bowl on a wooden table.
Bowl of Noodle Soup with Side Dish
A close-up shot of a bowl of noodle soup garnished with bean sprouts and cilantro, placed on a wooden table. In the background, there is another plate containing what appears to be fried rice topped with an egg and accompanied by cucumber slices.
Stir-fried Meat with Vegetables
A plate of stir-fried meat pieces mixed with sliced onions, carrots, and green peppers on a white square dish placed on a wooden table.
Interior of a Japanese cafe or restaurant
The image shows the interior of a cozy, warmly lit establishment with wooden paneling and decorative screens. A staff member wearing blue gloves is cleaning glassware at the counter. The counter displays various menus, flyers, and promotional materials. There are no visible exterior signs or storefront elements.
Pad Thai with Shrimp and Fried Shallots
A plate of Pad Thai featuring shrimp, bean sprouts, egg, crushed peanuts, and fried shallots on top. In the background, a bowl of soup with noodles is visible, along with a glass of water. The setting appears to be a casual dining environment with wooden table surfaces.
Thai Meal Platter
A wooden tray holding a meal with white rice, sliced chicken, green curry soup in a metal bowl, fresh salad with shredded vegetables and an orange flower garnish, spring rolls cut open to show filling, and small bowls of dipping sauces.
Food Spread on Wooden Table
A table set with various dishes including rice, fried items, salad, and soup bowls. A menu stand is visible in the background.
Thai Cuisine Table Setting
A wooden table displays various Thai dishes including spring rolls, grilled chicken, papaya salad, and rice with dipping sauces. A green beer bottle is visible in the background along with a menu standee on the right side.
Buffet Food Display
A buffet table with various food items including grilled meat, chips, salad, and condiments.
Cereal with Coconut Milk and Jelly
A bowl of creamy white coconut milk topped with golden cornflakes, red jelly pieces, and small green tapioca pearls (sago). A metal spoon rests in the bowl on a wooden table surface.
Thai Restaurant Entrance
Entrance to a Thai restaurant with decorative elements, including a statue and signage. Interior view shows staff and dining area.
Hainanese Chicken Rice Plate
A plate of Hainanese chicken rice featuring yellow rice topped with fried shallots, sliced roasted chicken, cucumber slices, fresh cilantro and pink garnish, and a small bowl of green chili sauce on a blue plate set on wooden table.
Restaurant Interior with Wooden Partitioning and Lighting Fixtures
The image shows the interior of a restaurant or dining establishment, featuring wooden slat partitions that divide seating areas. Overhead pendant lights illuminate the space, which includes tables and chairs arranged in rows. A poster on the right wall depicts a person standing outdoors near greenery, likely promoting a product or event. Additional signage is visible on the left side, displaying text and images related to beverages.
Thai Food Meal
A table set with Thai dishes including Pad See Ew on a blue and white patterned plate, a wooden platter with rice, curry, spring rolls, and garnishes, alongside glasses of juice and water.
Stir-fried Chicken with Vegetables
A plate of stir-fried chicken pieces mixed with sliced onions, carrots, green peppers, and red chili peppers, coated in a glossy brown sauce.
Fresh Spring Rolls
A plate of assorted fresh spring rolls featuring translucent rice paper wrappers filled with shrimp, lettuce, shredded cabbage, carrots, and other vegetables.
Stir-fried Water Spinach with Peanut Sauce
A white bowl containing stir-fried water spinach (chard) in a glossy brown sauce, garnished with crushed peanuts and red chili flakes.
Grilled Steak with Rice and Salad
A wooden serving board holds a grilled steak garnished with cilantro, accompanied by a small side salad of shredded cabbage and greens, a dipping sauce in a small bowl, and a basket of sticky rice wrapped in plastic.
Buffet Spread
A well-lit buffet setup featuring various food items on a table covered with a light green cloth. The background is adorned with a stone wall and framed artwork. Visible items include rice cookers, serving trays with dishes, bread baskets, and neatly stacked plates.
Hainanese Chicken Rice Plate
A plate of Hainanese chicken rice featuring steamed white rice, sliced poached chicken garnished with cilantro, cucumber slices, and a small bowl of dipping sauce. Two glasses—one green and one amber—are visible in the background on a wooden table.
Thai Sabay Plate Menu
A printed menu page featuring Thai dishes with images and descriptions in Japanese, English, and Thai script. Includes three main plates (Thai Basil Chicken Rice, Khao Man Gai, Grilled Chicken) and a list of drink options like Iced Jasmine Tea, Mango Juice, Orange Juice, and Coca-Cola.
Restaurant Interior Display
A close-up view of a restaurant interior showing menu boards and promotional posters mounted on a white wooden slatted partition. The foreground features an open menu stand displaying 'Thai Lunch Buffet', 'Biyuufu (Buffet)', and 'Drinks' sections with Japanese text and food images. Above it, two vertical posters advertise a 'Brisket Pork Leg or Minced Pork Set' priced at ¥1,507 and another promotion for 'Gyoza'. The background reveals part of the dining area with tables and chairs.
Thai Food Menu Page
A printed menu page featuring Thai dishes, including stir-fried pork with eggplant and horapa noodles, with prices in yen.
Som Tum Menu Page
A close-up of a printed menu page featuring Thai dishes, including Som Tum (Papaya Salad) with images and descriptions in Japanese and English.
Thai food menu display
A large illuminated menu board showcasing various Thai dishes with photos and prices, alongside a smaller physical menu stand in the background.
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