Best Pad Thai in CBD
Newcastle · ranked by evidence, not clustered stars
● Updated September 2026 · 5 venues
The best pad thai in CBD right now is Light Years - Newcastle (4.7★, 1,632 reviews).
#1 of 5 spot spots in Newcastle
📍 5-7 Darby St, Newcastle NSW 2300, Australia
🍴 What to order: Get the ceviche; the prawn dumplings and duck pancakes are standouts.
★ 4.7 (1,632 reviews) on Google Maps
#2 of 5 spot spots in Newcastle
OHMYPAPA
55📍 169 Hunter St, Newcastle NSW 2300, Australia
🍴 What to order: Get the yakitori and Scallop wrapped in Bacon; the yuzu highball is essential.
★ 4.7 (852 reviews) on Google Maps
#3 of 5 spot spots in Newcastle
📍 267 Hunter St, Newcastle NSW 2300, Australia
🍴 What to order: Get the pho and spring rolls; the cocomisu is an absolute delight.
★ 4.9 (171 reviews) on Google Maps
#4 of 5 spot spots in Newcastle
📍 27 King St, Newcastle NSW 2300, Australia
🍴 What to order: Get the Massaman Beef curry and Pineapple Rice; both are exceptional.
★ 4.5 (484 reviews) on Google Maps
#5 of 5 spot spots in Newcastle
📍 226 King St, Newcastle NSW 2300, Australia
★ 4.4 (154 reviews) on Google Maps
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