12th Avenue Cafe & Thai

Shop 12/111 Elara Bvd, Marsden Park NSW 2765, Australia
+61 403 925 286
$$$ Cafe , Coffee shop , Thai restaurant
(109 Reviews)
Price Range $20–40

12th Avenue Cafe & Thai is a cozy spot in Marsden Park that combines the casual charm of a café with the bold flavors of Thai cuisine. Located in a compact shop along Elara Boulevard, it functions as both a coffee stop and a place to enjoy authentic, home-style Thai meals without the fuss of a full-service restaurant.

Locals and nearby workers tend to drop in around lunchtime to grab a filling, flavorful meal. The atmosphere is unpretentious and intimate, with a small seating area that encourages a quick, relaxed dining experience rather than lingering over multiple courses. Friendly staff are a recurring highlight, often noted for their polite, approachable manner and willingness to accommodate requests—which adds to the down-to-earth feel.

The menu balances traditional Thai dishes with casual café fare, with particular attention to options like Tom Yum Fried Rice, vegetarian and classic curry puffs, and hearty Beef Noodle Soup. Portions are generous, making it a practical choice for those looking to satisfy a substantial appetite mid-day. While the food tends to lean on the savory side (some have found certain dishes saltier than expected), freshness and authentic seasoning show through, especially in items like the fried rice and noodle soups.

This spot seems ideal for anyone craving Thai comfort food in a no-frills environment, whether it’s locals nearby or those willing to make the trip for a genuine taste experience. It's especially suited for solo diners or small groups who appreciate straightforward service and a casual vibe. Early lunches and the quieter hours before peak times are perfect to catch the kind of relaxed interaction the staff enjoy offering, sometimes chatting with regulars.

Popular for
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Solo dining
What they serve
Coffee
Healthy options
Prepared foods
Quick bite
Small plates
Vegan options
Vegetarian options
Best for
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Dessert
Seating
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Parking
Free of charge street parking

Openings Hours

Checking

Monday

Closed

Tuesday

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

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5:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Wednesday

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

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5:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Thursday

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

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5:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Friday

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

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5:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Saturday

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

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5:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Sunday

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

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5:00 PM - 8:30 PM

109 Reviews
M L

09 Dec 2025

Food is good and decent portion. Staff were lovely. Small place but nice. Fried rice was very flavourful and fresh. Beef noodle soup was very filling and had a lot of meat and vegetables. Only downside is the broth was too salty for us. But I would eat there again

Brother's Outdoor Services

19 Nov 2025

Very polite and ladies. Order Chicken pad thai before lunch time and they were happy enough to serve me which was quite nice. Requested for extra fresh bean sprouts and the lovely ladies provided and was even nice enough to come over and have a chat.

Alex N

25 Oct 2025

I live in Bondi and find myself travelling almost 2 hours every day after work just so i can eat at this place right before it closes. After i consume my meal, I am reminded as to why Thai is TOP. The chef, who i believe to be named Bobby, cooks with so much passion, i have now booked a culinary class just so i can attempt to cook like him at home.

Rohit Yadava

21 Oct 2025

Amazing food and wonderful service always! It is the best Thai food we have ever had hands down. The owners are extremely friendly.

Revi Oo

18 Oct 2025

Good tasting food and portion sizes. Downside for the Tom yum fried rice is that the crispy pork wasn’t crispy. Will be back to try more dishes!

Arpitha Arunkumar

11 Oct 2025

The food was delicious and fresh. Definitely visiting again when I crave for Thai. Green curry had just the right kick, spicy just as I like it. My family enjoyed the food too. Service on Sunday afternoon was quick even though it was slightly busy

Happy Bhogal

04 Oct 2025

I have tried a few times there vegetable laksa, I have had experience having luck at other places in the late evening and I found the fruit and veggies were not fresh, but this place doesn’t matter either morning afternoon or late evening even at the time of the closing still I found the same freshness in their food, very neat and clean hygienic place with a good staff and ambient environment and out of the noise, good place for a coffee too, highly recommend this place

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