5 Thai Bistro

Excellent food! We had the BBQ ribs and the pad Thai. Both were excellent! Definitely try the Thai coffee and the mango juice, absolutely delicious! We've had a lot of Thai food. This is very good, the pad Thai does not have a spice level option but the base is so good I forgive all! Enjoy eating here!

This dinner was absolutely lovely. Very good fresh Thai good. On an abnormally chilly day the green curry with tofu and brown rice hit the spot. They have a bar with a fun cocktail list and great beer and wine options. The ambiance is cozy with the low lighting and votive candles. I would happily return here. Everyone loved their food and drinks and the staff was friendly!

This is the best Pad Thai in Portsmouth. The service is always excellent and the atmosphere is nice. The Pad Thai deluxe has a slight spice but not too much and the shrimp and chicken in it are perfect. The prices may be a little higher than other places outside of Portsmouth, but overall is around the typical prices you’ll find in Portsmouth. I have been multiple times now and have not had a bad experience and will continue to go!

Had quite a few gluten free options, I went with the pad Thai and veggie rolls and both were wonderful! The waitress was knowledgeable and I felt very safe eating there with Celiac.

Went out to dinner here on a Friday, and even though it was very busy (because the food is amazing), we got a table quickly and got some apps/meals.

The food was incredible, the service was supreme, and it was just an overall great night. Would highly recommend and we will be back!

BEST Crab Rangoon EVER!!! Plus excellent fried calamari (truly crispy), chicken satay (tender), scallion pancakes (delicate and flavorful)...We made a meal out of apps plus yummy drinks, sorry I should have photographed sooner...lol! Super nice staff and environs.

Yummy place! Loved it! Came here for lunch and really enjoyed it with my group! Quick service, friendly staff and a surprisingly good find in the area. Parking is a bit of trying your luck. There is a parking lot in the back if you can't find street parking.

We got chive cakes, pad see ew, deluxe pad thai, crispy duck on the side ($10), gratuity 20% was included in our bill since we had a large group of 9 (including kids).

Some other items we tried including pineapple fried rice, drunken noodle, tom yum soup which are decent too. Give it a try if you're looking for a good thai spot!

We had an incredible lunch at 5 Thai Bistro today. The servers were all very friendly and attentive. The spicy crispy duck, the red curry and crispy Pad Thai were all exceptional. Amazing depth of flavor especially with the red curry and duck. The crab rangoon starters were some of the tastiest I can remember. And every dish was beautifully plated. We had to take a picture!

Loved the environment as soon as we walked in we were greeted by two friendly servers and shown to our seats. The space had a romantic and cozy feel. The drinks and meals were thoughtfully plated. The food was very good and worth every dollar! Definitely worth checking out. Will be back whether it’s to dine in or take out! Yum!

Super good food and relaxing atmosphere. Service is very good. Definitely recommended for anyone who liked thai food. We started with chicken noodle soup and tom yum. Tom yum amazingly delicious. Pad Thai is also very nice. You should try cocktails, especially sweet heart! Super good.

The food are great. They also have Gluten free dishes. And very nice people.

A co-worker recommended this place a while ago. Stopped in on a Thursday night. Was seated quickly, staff was cheerful and very helpful. The ambiance was worth writing home about.

Got the scallion pancakes and crunchy spring rolls as an app. I didn't know those two things could be better than my normal "best" places to get those dishes. I am not kidding when I say this was a new top of the list for both dishes.

Ended up getting the tofu drunken noodle and it was excellent. Came out hot and with an appropriate amount of spice.
The shrimp crispy noodles were also excellent.

This place gets a 5-stars from me, and judging by the amount of traffic and orders flying out the door... Many other folks give it a 5-star.

Enjoy your trip here, and the meal.

Some of the best Thai food I've ever had! The crispy noodle pad thai is my favorite!

Great authentic Thai food, a big variety of home cooked Thai dishes. Great staffs and service too! I would definitely go back again to try some other dishes!

Our dinner was wonderful and the atmosphere was great! Parking is slightly challenging but is to be expected being in downtown Portsmouth. The food was top quality and we would definitely go back next time we're in the area.

Best Thai food in the region! The food is fresh and beautifully presented. The staff is kind and professional. Lovely interior and right in the heart of Portsmouth. Consistently terrific.

Crispy Pad Thai with crispy duck, was the best thai or duck I've ever had. Dumplings were just as amazing. My wife got the red curry, also great. Can't wait to go again!

Service was delightful with a smile and prompt. I purchased chicken Massaman curry with jasmine rice and Thai iced tea. Everything was cooked well, including the meat. Curry had a wonderful peanut/tangy blend that paired with the carrots and jasmine rice very well. Would recommend this location!

Home away from home - I've spent 15 yrs in Thailand additionally my wife is Thai. I can say without a doubt that if you want to experience the true taste of Thai food without 15h flight to Bangkok THEN you just hit the best place in New Hampshire! The food is true to its original version in Thailand, The portions are generous.
It is my go to when I miss my home in Thailand! The service is very done with the traditional Thai smile and is fast. The ambiance is casual and will make a perfect place for a dinner for 2 as well as a more relaxed family dinner.
Thai food made by Thai with Thai ingredients - What else do we need?
Try it and you will keep coming back for more ... How do I know? 'cause I keep going back !!

We have been here 3-4 times and it has been incredible every time. Flavors are amazing and presentation is beautiful. From drinks to apps to dinner we were impressed.