Yum Yai Street Thai

4.7 ( 465 reviews )
Checking... 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM See Hours
$10–20
5426 US-280 #9, Birmingham, AL 35242, United States
+1 205-637-6352

Yum Yai Street Thai has quickly become a culinary hotspot in Birmingham, AL, impressing diners with its modern ambiance and exceptional Thai cuisine. After a recent renovation, the restaurant boasts a sleek design and an updated menu that features an array of tantalizing dishes and innovative cocktails. Diners rave about the pork jowls with dashing salt cocktail, a recommendation from the attentive staff that has garnered considerable acclaim.

Reviewers consistently highlight the delicious flavors found in classics like Pad Thai, coupled with top-notch service that makes each meal memorable. The restaurant creates a cozy atmosphere, perfect for casual dining yet elevated enough to impress during a special outing. Customers appreciate thoughtful touches like self-service water pitchers and a clean, spacious dining area, which is a pleasant surprise for a strip mall location.

From the delectable Zaap wings to refreshing cocktails like Lychee Martini and Blue Orchid, Yum Yai Street Thai skillfully combines flavor and comfort, ensuring guests leave happy and eager to return. Whether you’re a Thai cuisine aficionado or just exploring, this dining gem promises an unforgettable experience.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • From the business
    • Identifies as women-owned
  • Service options
    • Offers kerbside pickup
    • Offers delivery
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
  • Highlights
    • Has fast service
    • Has great tea selection
  • Popular for
    • Popular for lunch
    • Popular for dinner
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves alcohol
    • Serves beer
    • Serves cocktails
    • Serves comfort food
    • Serves healthy options
    • Quick bite
    • Serves small plates
    • Serves vegetarian dishes
    • Serves wine
  • Dining options
    • Serves lunch
    • Serves dinner
    • Has catering
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has toilet
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
    • Quiet
    • Trendy
  • Crowd
    • Good for groups
    • Popular with tourists
    • Popular with university students
  • Planning
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • High chairs available
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Free parking lot
    • Plenty of parking

Reviews For Yum Yai Street Thai

Felix Duarte
Jun 27,2025
Yum Yai is back! In a big way, I was so sad to be without while they were renovating but the new space and menu and cocktails are out of this world. Minni (our server) was incredibly attentive and made some awesome recommendations that made the night so enjoyable! Thank you for recommending pork jowls with dashing salt cocktail. Yall gotta try it, it’s by far the best Thai and maybe even Asian you can get in Bham.
Christy Dunaway
Jun 22,2025
We were worried about eating on 280 at noon on the Sunday after Thanksgiving, but we walked right in with no waiting. Our waitress was precious, very fast, sweet, and efficient. The bathroom is nice and clean. Definitely much better than I expected in a strip mall Thai restaurant. We had spring rolls as an appetizer and we both ordered phad Thai. I had beef and hubs had chicken. We thoroughly enjoyed every bite. They serve your water in a lovely pitcher on the table so you can refill as you like. And they don't ice the water, although it is chilled, which is perfect for me because I have sensitive teeth. The decor is very nice without being gaudy or over the top. They have both tables and booths. The dining area is larger than I expected in a strip mall restaurant. It was an exceptional meal, exceeding our expectations. Would definitely go back.
Keith C.
Jun 12,2025
Update: 2025 - remodeled with a much cooler, modern atmosphere, and the food and service are still top-notch. Easily one of my favorite Thai restaurants in the area. This place is fantastic! I'm not the biggest Thai food faithful, but occasionally I find myself in the mood for it; and now Yum Yai is going to be a new must-stop for those occasions. The service is incredibly welcoming and attentive, the food is delicious and hearty, and the atmosphere is cozy and relaxed - a great combo for a satisfying meal. Highly recommended.
JF Trading Inc.
May 12,2025
This place was delicious! Next time we are in town, we will be back. Really enjoyed every plate. The flavors are amazing, wish we could have tried more things. If you have'nt been here and you are local, give it a try you wont be disapointed.
Karan Vance
May 12,2025
My family went for lunch and it was amazing! We had Zaap wings, Basil Shrimp Rolls, Pad Thai wings, Pork Yaguza and Pad Thai! My drink was a Lychee Martini and my husband had a Blue Orchid! The kids loved everything! Can't wait to come back!
Randon Hewitt
Apr 5,2025
By far the best Thai restaurant in birmingham. My fiance and I traveled to Thailand for three weeks, and this is essentially the best restaurant we ate at in Thailand, but with better ingredients. 10/10 !!
Briggs Latta
Mar 30,2025
It was so good! Me and my wife were served by Minnie and she was great! The food was all piping hot, and super fresh. We loved the decor, the paintings, and the tea cups. Guys if you read this, this place is THE Thai place on 280. Not surin, not Nori it’s Yum Yai for sure. Can’t wait to go back!
Little Engine
Mar 26,2025
Wow. Glad we found this place. Our server was Minnie. She was delightful. We started with an appetizer that was similar to a lettuce wrap, but made with spicy duck. My wife had the curry and I went with my standby choice of Chicken Pad Thai. Both were generous portions and very good. The menu had many other great features that we hope to explore when we return.

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