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Tommy Thongchai

Updated 2026-10-15 · 2,839 reviewed · 475 listed · Scored from 806 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.5(806) 81 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Pet-Friendly Cafes
Tommy Thongchai
Location
Jaya One, Petaling Jaya
Service
Pet-Friendly Cafes
Reviews
806
Ranking
#36 in Pet-Friendly Cafes
Best for
Groups and families wanting Thai dinners with a pet along

Core details are sourced from this business's Google Business Profile (checked 2026-10-15).

What do recent reviews say?

Tommy Thongchai in Jaya One earns strong marks for Thai flavour, with the braised pork trotter named again and again. Diners often say the food tastes close to what they had in Thailand.

The place also works for groups and families, since reviewers mention pet-friendly seating and friendly staff. Some diners found dishes less spicy than expected or the gravy heavy. One reviewer was unhappy that a prawn dish came without prawns.

Praised for
  • Thai dishes praised for flavour
  • Braised pork trotter often singled out
  • Pet-friendly with comfortable seating
  • Friendly, attentive staff
  • Affordable prices for the portions
Watch-outs
  • Some dishes not spicy enough
  • Pad Thai with prawns arrived without prawns
  • Some reviewers say dishes use starchy gravy and MSG
  • Pad kra pao rated below average by one reviewer
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Best for: Groups and families wanting Thai dinners with a pet along
Think twice if: You want very spicy food or a strict menu match. Some diners found dishes mild or gravy-heavy.

What are they good at?

  • Braised pork trotter
  • Pet-friendly seating, including outdoor tables
  • Thai menu with seafood and cocktails
  • Friendly, attentive service

Worth knowing

  • Braised pork trotter and tamarind eggs praised by several reviewers
  • Thaiga Punch cocktail recommended by a reviewer
  • Beer cocktail promo mentioned by a reviewer
  • Reviewers say the chef is Thai
  • Tom yum bowl with seafood priced around RM20 per one reviewer

What reviews say by service

Pet-Friendly Cafes
Several reviewers say they can bring pets and enjoy outdoor seating.
Brunch & All-Day Dining Cafes
Reviewers describe it as a dinner and lunch spot for groups and friends.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.5 against a 4.54 average across the 101 pet-friendly cafes businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 84% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Ranking Method
Star rating 66
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 64
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
535
4
180
3
52
2
15
1
24

FAQ

Is Tommy Thongchai pet-friendly?
Yes. Several reviewers say they brought pets and enjoyed the seating, including outdoor tables.
Is the food spicy?
Reviews are mixed. One diner found the tom yum mild even after asking for extra spicy, while others say heat can be adjusted on request.
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Last updated 2026-10-15