ParaThai at Sunway Carnival Mall
Location: Lot LG-03B, Lower Ground Floor, Sunway Carnival Mall, 3068, Jalan Todak, Pusat, 13700 Seberang Jaya, Penang, Malaysia
Sunway Carnival Mall
The extensive menu spans over 50 dishes, beginning with small bites and Thai salads before moving to substantial soups, curries, stir-fries and seafood. Tom yum goong, green curry and pad thai are mainstays, alongside less common items such as larb and nam tok. The restaurant's interior draws inspiration from Bangkok's contemporary art scene, combining raw timber and concrete surfaces with displayed artwork.
ParaThai opens daily from 10am to 10pm. Average spend per person is around RM30 to RM50. The Sunway Carnival outlet is halal-certified, and the restaurant also operates branches at Gurney Plaza and other malls across Malaysia. It is a popular choice for family dinners and group meals on the mainland.
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Catherine Ho
Been to this branch quite many times. The food is good and portion is great. The chicken red tomyam was flavourful and taste was spot on. …
Paul Young
Had an excellent meal here! The Pad Thai was very well done. The Tom Yum hit the spot perfectly—it was well-balanced, neither too spicy nor too sour. The beef was a great addition that complemented the whole meal. My only feedback is that …
Adhil Arshath
Such an amazing and delicious food varities of wonderful authentic thai experiences ever we had in Penang especially this Sunway carnival Branch was great 👍 in service with good hospitality. Beautiful aesthetic ambience set-up looks good and food tastes great 👍. …
hooi ming yeh
Good food and good service. Enjoy the food with family here😍 …
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ParaThai
Omelet with Shrimp
A close-up shot of a golden-brown omelet filled with shrimp, garnished with cilantro and chili slices. A small dish of red sauce is visible to the side, along with long beans and red chilies in the background. The dish is served on a woven placemat.
Steamed Fish with Lime and Chili
A whole steamed fish served in a metal dish, garnished with lime slices, chili peppers, cilantro, and scallions. The fish is topped with a mixture of minced ingredients and bathed in a savory broth.
Stir-fried Greens with Carrots
A close-up shot of a plate of stir-fried green vegetables, likely Chinese broccoli, mixed with sliced carrots and topped with crispy fried garlic or shallots. The dish is presented on a white plate, with a blurred background suggesting a restaurant setting.
Pad Thai with Shrimp
A close-up shot of a plate of Pad Thai noodles with shrimp, tofu, and a side of shredded vegetables. The dish is garnished with green onions and a lime wedge. Two small mounds of condiments are on the side of the plate.
Stir-fried Water Spinach with Minced Meat
A close-up shot of a plate of stir-fried water spinach, also known as kangkong, with minced meat and sliced red chilies. The dish is served on a white plate and is garnished with red chili slices. The water spinach is cooked until tender and coated in a savory sauce. The minced meat adds a rich flavor and texture to the dish. The red chilies provide a hint of spice and color. The background is blurred, with hints of red chilies and a wooden surface, suggesting a restaurant setting.
Minced Meat with Rice and Fried Egg
A plate of white rice, a mound of minced meat stir-fried with chilies and basil, a fried egg with a runny yolk, and a garnish of lettuce and tomato slices.
Papaya Salad
A close-up shot of a bowl of papaya salad, also known as Som Tum. The salad is made with shredded green papaya, tomatoes, peanuts, and green beans, and is garnished with a lime wedge. The bowl is white and sits on a decorative brown cloth.
Grilled Meat Platter with Vegetables
A close-up of a sizzling pan containing grilled meat strips, cherry tomatoes, green beans, baby corn, cauliflower florets, broccoli, and carrot sticks.
Fried Rice with Shrimp and Pineapple
A plate of golden fried rice topped with breadcrumbs and a mint leaf, accompanied by grilled shrimp, pineapple chunks, tomato slices, and lettuce.
Thai Curry and Stir Fry Broccoli
A wooden table with two white dishes containing food. On the left is a plate of stir-fried broccoli, carrots, mushrooms, and onions in a light sauce with a spoon resting on it. On the right is a bowl of yellow curry with visible pieces of meat or tofu, garnished with fresh basil leaves and a red chili pepper.
Spicy Shrimp Curry in Brass Pot
A close-up of a vibrant orange-red curry soup served in a brass pot with handles, featuring large shrimp, clams, lemongrass stalks, and cilantro garnish. Limes are placed beside the pot on a wooden surface.
ParaThai Restaurant Interior
Interior view of ParaThai restaurant with customers dining at tables, decorative ceiling lights, and a digital menu board displaying colorful drinks.
Thai Curry and Fried Pancakes
A brass pot of red curry with lime slices sits on a white saucer, accompanied by a plate of golden fried pancakes garnished with herbs on a banana leaf.
ParaThai Restaurant Interior View
Interior shot of ParaThai restaurant showing wooden decor, staff behind counter, decorative items including a small golden chedi and floral arrangement, menu boards on display, and digital screen to the left.
Thai Papaya Salad (Som Tum)
A close-up photo of a bowl of Thai papaya salad, featuring shredded green mango, peanuts, red chilies, and cilantro garnish, served in a dark blue ceramic dish on a woven bamboo mat with whole red chilies in the background.
Thai Curry Meal Spread
A table set with various Thai dishes including red curry, green curry, stir-fried vegetables, and fried chicken, accompanied by rice and condiments.
Fried Oyster Cake with Garnish
A close-up of a golden-brown fried oyster cake, crispy and textured, filled with plump oysters nestled within the batter. The dish is garnished with fresh parsley and shredded carrots on top.
Asian Cuisine Table Setting
A wooden table displays several dishes including a large fried egg pancake garnished with cilantro, stir-fried noodles with vegetables and peanuts, steamed broccoli with carrots, and a side of red sauce. A plate of white rice is visible in the background along with cutlery.
Restaurant Interior with Decorative Lighting and Wooden Furniture
The image shows the interior of a restaurant or dining area featuring wooden tables and chairs, decorative hanging lamps with purple fringes, and a wall adorned with intricate circular patterns and traditional-style vases. A staff member is visible in the background near a counter where customers are seated.
Fried Fish with Curry and Rice
A whole fried fish served on a white plate, garnished with herbs and chili peppers. Accompanied by a small bowl of brown curry sauce, green leaves, and a side of rice.
Fried Rice with Shrimp and Garnishes
A plate of golden fried rice topped with breadcrumbs, garnished with a mint leaf, accompanied by grilled shrimp, tomato slices, lettuce, and pineapple chunks.
Restaurant Interior with Decorative Lighting
The image shows the interior of a restaurant or dining area featuring large, woven pendant lights with purple trim hanging from a wooden ceiling grid. Wooden furniture includes tables and chairs arranged throughout the space. A counter in the foreground holds a vase with flowers and a small box. In the background, there is a kitchen area visible through an open partition, along with additional seating areas including red upholstered benches. The flooring is tiled, and the overall ambiance suggests a warm, inviting atmosphere.
Thai Green Curry with Basil and Red Peppers
A bowl of green curry with chicken, garnished with fresh basil leaves and red chili strips, served on a wooden table alongside rice.
Thai Curry Dish in Copper Pot
A close-up of a copper pot filled with a vibrant orange-red curry, likely Tom Yum or similar Thai soup, garnished with lime slices and cilantro. A plate of white rice is partially visible on the left side.
Thai Cuisine Interior
A wooden dining table set with Thai dishes including Tom Yum soup, fried spring rolls, and a bowl of noodle soup in the background.
Stir-fried greens with garlic
A plate of stir-fried green vegetables, likely water spinach or similar leafy greens, topped with crushed fried garlic and possibly chili flakes. A fork rests on the left side of the white plate.
Steamed Fish with Lime and Chili
A whole steamed fish served in a metal tray, garnished with lime slices, cilantro, red chili peppers, and minced garlic. The dish is presented on a table with visible hands in the background.
Bowl of Curry Soup
A white bowl filled with a vibrant orange curry soup, garnished with fresh green herbs and visible chunks of vegetables like carrots and possibly potatoes or beans. The soup is served on a matching saucer, set against a neutral background with a textured beige wall in the backdrop.
Fruit Dessert Bowl
A white bowl filled with a creamy dessert topped with yellow mango strips, pink fruit cubes (possibly watermelon or dragon fruit), and ice cubes, garnished with fresh mint leaves.
Plate of Thai-style Fried Rice with Minced Pork and Basil
A close-up shot of a white plate containing fried rice topped with a sunny-side-up egg, garnished with cilantro and lemon slice. Beside it is minced pork stir-fried with green basil leaves in a dark sauce. A side salad includes sliced tomato and cucumber on the left. The dish sits on a wooden table inside a restaurant with warm lighting, wooden chairs, and brick walls visible in the background. To the right, a menu stand displays an image of dessert and a QR code.
Dessert Bowl with Mango and Coconut
A glass bowl filled with a creamy white coconut milk base, topped with shredded ice, yellow mango strips, and red fruit pieces (possibly watermelon or dragon fruit). A metal spoon rests in the bowl.
Thai Curry and Fried Dish Meal
A table setting featuring a large fried egg dish, a bowl of red curry with lime garnish, a side salad with greens, rice on a plate, and a seafood soup in a fish-shaped metal container.
Thai Curry Meal Spread
A wooden table set with a golden pot of red curry, a plate of stir-fried vegetables, two plates of white rice, and two drinks—one orange-colored and one green—alongside cutlery and condiment packets.
Thai Street Food Platter
A close-up of a dining table featuring several wrapped skewers on banana leaves, likely grilled meat or tofu. In the background, there is a bowl of clear soup with lime and herbs, a plate of yellow curry-like dish, and another partially visible dish.
Restaurant Table Scene
A close-up view of a wooden table at a restaurant, featuring an open menu displaying colorful food images including seafood and noodle dishes. A child's hand reaches toward a plastic container holding food items in the background. Cutlery rests nearby on napkins.
Thai Curry Dish with Basil and Peppers
A bowl of green curry garnished with fresh basil leaves and red chili strips, served alongside a plate of fried egg on rice.
Fried Shrimp with Dipping Sauce
A plate of golden-brown fried shrimp served on a banana leaf, accompanied by a small bowl of dipping sauce and garnished with red chili slices.
Table setting with menu and cutlery
A wooden table displays a black leather-bound menu labeled 'Para Thai Authentic Thai Cuisine', an open receipt, two metal spoons, one fork, and a white packet containing 'Leten Dimsum' from Para Para Hotels & Resorts.
Seafood Dish Advertisement
A close-up of a steamed fish dish garnished with lime slices, chili peppers, and herbs, served in a shallow pan. A purple sign above reads 'SEAFOOD' with an emblem featuring elephants.
Dining Table with Thai Cuisine
A wooden table set with plates of food including spring rolls on a banana leaf, a bowl of greens in broth, rice with sauce, and small dishes of chili oil.
Christmas Wonderland Poster
A promotional poster for Para Thai's Christmas Wonderland event, featuring two themed drinks: 'Wonderland Butterfly Pea Lemonade' and 'Frosty Cocoa Bloss'. The poster is displayed on a stand in what appears to be an indoor food court or mall setting.
Para Thai Chef's Recommendations Sign
A purple promotional standee displaying 'Chef's Recommendations' for Para Thai Authentic Thai Cuisine, featuring nine photos of dishes including Tom Yum Goong, Pad See Ew, and Mango Sticky Rice.
Fried Dish with Garnish
A plate of golden-brown fried food, possibly a type of fritter or egg-based dish, garnished with red chili slices and cilantro. The dish is served on a white plate with two metal utensils resting on the side. A small bowl of orange sauce is visible to the right, and another small container with a similar sauce is in the background. The setting appears to be a casual dining environment with wooden furniture.
Pad Thai with Garnishes
A plate of Pad Thai served on a white dish, garnished with green onions, red chili slices, cilantro, and lime wedge. The noodles are mixed with egg, bean sprouts, peanuts, and crushed fried garlic or shallots. Served on a wooden table.
Soup Menu Page
A close-up of a printed menu page featuring a large, appetizing photo of Tom Yum Goong (Thai shrimp soup) in a copper pot. The dish is garnished with green herbs and lime wedges are visible at the bottom. A purple header reads 'SOUP' with an elephant logo. Text below describes the dish options: Chicken or Prawns base.
Para Thai Restaurant Interior View
Interior of Para Thai restaurant showing customers waiting in line near the counter, digital menu display on wall, and staff behind service area.
Sizzling Seafood and Tofu Stir Fry
A close-up shot of a sizzling dish served in a black cast iron skillet, featuring shrimp, tofu cubes, carrots, corn, green onions, and a rich brown sauce, resting on a wooden board with a spoon beside it.
Dessert Bowls with Coconut Milk and Toppings
Two glass bowls filled with creamy coconut milk dessert topped with shaved ice, green tapioca pearls, and yellow round dumplings. A spoon rests in each bowl on a wooden table surface.
Restaurant Interior with Wooden Furniture and Decorative Ceiling
The image shows the interior of a restaurant or dining area featuring wooden tables and chairs, decorative ceiling elements resembling woven baskets with purple accents, and warm lighting. Patrons are seated at various tables, some engaged in conversation. The walls have textured designs and decorative circular patterns. Staff members are visible near the kitchen area in the background.
Steamed Fish with Herbs and Garlic
A whole steamed fish served on a silver platter, garnished with fresh cilantro, sliced garlic, red chili strips, and lime wedges. The dish is presented in a shallow metal tray filled with broth or sauce. Surrounding plates include rice and other dishes, suggesting a dining setting.
Food Menu Page
A close-up of an open menu book showing two curry dishes with Thai and English descriptions, prices in RM, and a wooden table surface.
Thai Fried Rice with Basil and Egg
A plate of white rice topped with a fried egg, accompanied by stir-fried basil and minced meat, garnished with tomato slices and cucumber.
Thai Cuisine Menu Page
A close-up of a printed menu page featuring three Thai dishes with photos and descriptions. The top left shows Pok Piah Thid (Crispy Spring Rolls), the top right displays Thai Mew Pla (Homemade Thai Fishcakes), and the bottom features Gai Hor Bai Tuey (Pandan Leaf Chicken). Each item includes its name, description, quantity, price in RM, and an image.
Thai Fried Rice and Salad with Iced Drink
A table setting featuring a plate of yellow fried rice garnished with cilantro and red chili, alongside a side salad of greens topped with crushed nuts. A tall glass of orange-colored iced drink sits nearby on the wooden table.
Papaya Salad (Som Tum)
A close-up of a plate of Thai papaya salad, featuring shredded green mango or papaya mixed with carrots, red peppers, cilantro, and lime juice dressing. A fork rests on the side of the blue ceramic bowl. In the background, there is a white rice plate and part of a person wearing a black shirt with gold lettering.
Soup Menu Page
A close-up of a printed menu page featuring a large, appetizing photo of Tom Yum soup with shrimp and other ingredients in a copper pot. A purple logo with elephants is visible at the top right corner.
Thai Curry Dish in Brass Pot
A close-up of a golden-brown curry served in a brass pot with two handles, garnished with lime slices and green herbs. The dish is placed on a wooden table alongside other plates and cutlery.
Thailand Street Food Meal
Close-up of a sizzling pan with glass noodles, shrimp, and green onions on a wooden board at a restaurant table. Surrounding dishes include fried rice, stir-fried vegetables with rice, and a dark beverage in a glass. Chopsticks rest beside the main dish.
Dessert and Drink at Cafe
A glass bowl of shaved ice dessert topped with yellow fruit slices sits next to a tall glass of iced coffee with a purple striped straw on a wooden table. In the background, two women stand near a counter in a brightly lit cafe interior.
Para Thai Merdeka Menu Standee
A promotional standee at a restaurant table advertising 'Merdeka Munch Together' special drinks from Para Thai, featuring three themed milkshakes and a free Lexus gift pack.
Para Thai Receipt and Menu
A receipt from Para Thai Authentic Thai Cuisine is placed over a printed menu. The receipt shows an order with items like Thai Tom Yum Goong, Thai Style Omelette, Cold Distilled Water, and Thai Jasmine Fragrant Rice. The menu lists various appetizers, salads, soups, curries, chicken dishes, beef options, seafood, and rice/desserts.
Fried Rice Meal with Drinks and Dessert
A table set with two plates of fried rice topped with sunny-side-up eggs, accompanied by bowls of soup, mango slices, blue rice dessert, green smoothies, and tomato garnish.
Dining Area Interior
A busy restaurant interior with patrons seated at wooden tables, enjoying meals. The space features warm lighting, red upholstered booths, and a kitchen area in the background.
Fried Seafood Dish with Garnish
A close-up of a golden-brown fried seafood dish, likely a tempura or similar deep-fried preparation, featuring visible chunks of shrimp and possibly other seafood ingredients. The dish is garnished with a sprig of fresh parsley and thin strips of red carrot on top. It is served in a white bowl.
Chef's Recommendations Board
A vertical display board featuring a purple header with the logo 'Para Thai Authentic Thai Cuisine' and the title 'CHEF'S RECOMMENDATIONS'. Below, there are nine photos of various dishes arranged in a grid. Each dish has a caption underneath describing it. The visible items include: Tom Yum Goong Curry (Green), Red Curry with Chicken, Roasted Salmon with Lime and Chili Sauce, Deep Fried Papaya Salad, Green Curry with Beef, Salted Pineapple Fish with Coconut Milk, and a drink being poured into a glass jar.
Pineapple Fried Rice with Chicken/Prawns/Seafood
A close-up of a menu page featuring an image of pineapple fried rice topped with shrimp, accompanied by mango and tomato slices.
Restaurant Interior View
Interior shot of a restaurant or food court with wooden furniture, hanging lights, and patrons seated at tables. A counter with decorative plants is visible in the foreground. No signage on building exterior.
Grilled Chicken Wrapped in Banana Leaves
A plate of grilled chicken pieces wrapped in banana leaves, served on a green banana leaf liner. A small bowl of orange dipping sauce is visible in the background.
Thai Restaurant Interior and Exterior View
The image shows the interior of a Thai restaurant with customers dining at tables, staff serving food, and promotional posters outside. The shop front is visible with signage reading 'Para Thai' above the entrance.
Sizzling Hot Pot Dish
A close-up of a sizzling hot pot dish served in a black bowl on a wooden board. The dish contains shrimp, fish balls, sliced carrots, green onions, and other ingredients simmering in a rich brown broth. A spoon rests inside the bowl.