Downtown Winnipeg · Family-run Thai kitchen

Shaba Thai Cuisine — Authentic Thai Restaurant in Downtown Winnipeg

Home-style Thai curries, Pad Thai, stir-fries and street food on Portage Avenue, steps from the University of Winnipeg. Generous portions, friendly service and plenty of vegetarian and vegan options. Dine in, take out, or get it delivered.

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Find us 561 Portage Ave, Winnipeg

Dinner hours Tue–Sun 4–10:30 pm · Closed Mon

Call us (204) 415-7277 Top-rated on Google Hidden gem near U of Winnipeg

Signature plates

Popular Thai dishes people cross Winnipeg for

No. 01

Pad Thai

Our number-one plate — rice noodles wok-tossed with egg, bean sprouts, green onion and crushed peanuts in a tangy tamarind sauce. Chicken, pork, shrimp or tofu.

Best seller

No. 02

Massaman Curry

Rich, slow-simmered coconut curry with potato, onion and roasted peanuts — a guest called it “one of the most sensational things I’ve eaten in a very long time.”

Guest favourite

No. 03

Pad Talay spicy Thai seafood stir-fry with mussels, squid and shrimp at Shaba Thai Cuisine, Winnipeg

Pad Talay Seafood Stir-Fry

Mussels, squid and shrimp stir-fried with chili, Thai basil and fresh green peppercorns. Regulars order it “all the time.”

Spicy & seafood

No. 04

Green Curry

Fragrant green chili and coconut curry with bamboo shoots, bell pepper and Thai basil. Pick your protein and your spice level from mild to level 10.

Comfort classic

No. 05

Crab Rangoon

Golden, crispy wontons stuffed with creamy crab and cream cheese — the go-to starter in almost every review, perfect alongside our rice rolls.

Starter to share

No. 06

Spring Rolls with Peanut Sauce

Crisp vegetable spring rolls served with our scrumptious house-made peanut sauce. Vegan-friendly and a favourite for takeout.

Vegan-friendly

A spread of home-style dishes from the Shaba Thai Cuisine menu in downtown Winnipeg

Vegetarian-friendly plates at Shaba Thai Cuisine, a family-run Thai restaurant on Portage Avenue, Winnipeg

Home-style Thai big portions

Our story

A family-run Thai restaurant near the University of Winnipeg

Shaba Thai Cuisine is a cozy, hole-in-the-wall Thai kitchen at 561 Portage Avenue, where the owner cooks and greets guests herself. Expect authentic curries, stir-fries, noodle soups and street-food favourites like Pad Kapow and Khao Soi, with generous vegetarian and vegan options and portions that arrive with a ladle. A hidden gem for students, downtown workers and West End families alike.

The Shaba Thai family

🏠 Family-run 🌱 Vegan-friendly 🍳 Generous portions 🔥 Spice to your level

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The menu

Thai curries, noodles & street food.

Crispy starters, coconut curries, wok-fired stir-fries, Pad Thai and Pad See Ew, Thai fried rice, and Thai iced tea or bubble tea to finish. Explore the full menu or jump straight to ordering.

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Appetizers Soups Curries Noodles Stir-Fries Fried Rice

Word of mouth

Winnipeg keeps coming back

Top-rated · Google reviews

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This is the best Thai food I’ve had in Winnipeg! The portions are so big & the flavours are so so good. We had the crab rangoons, green curry, coconut rice & the pad Thai. The lady that runs it is the kindest woman ever.

Shaina SagarGoogle review

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Massaman curry internationally has a reputation for intense, borderline euphoric flavour. The curry I had more than lived up to this lofty standard — one of the most sensational things I’ve eaten in a very long time.

Vernon LemkyGoogle Local Guide

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Best Thai food I’ve had in years. Every dish was amazing. Would definitely recommend the pad siew and the Tom Kha soup. I will definitely come back to try more dishes.

Dan KrumholzGoogle Local Guide

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Questions, answered.

Everything about ordering Thai food in Winnipeg, delivery neighbourhoods, vegan options and hours. Can’t find what you need?

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How can I order from Shaba Thai Cuisine? +

Order Thai food in Winnipeg through any of these channels:

Online for pickup or delivery through our ordering platform
Call us at (204) 415-7277 for takeout
Visit us at 561 Portage Avenue in downtown Winnipeg for dine-in

What areas of Winnipeg do you deliver to? +

We deliver Thai food across downtown and west-central Winnipeg, including:

Delivery fees and minimum orders may vary by location.

What are the most popular dishes at Shaba Thai Cuisine? +

Our most-ordered dishes are:

Pad Thai — our number-one plate, with chicken, pork, shrimp or tofu
Vegetable Spring Rolls with Peanut Sauce — crispy, vegan-friendly starter
Massaman Curry — rich coconut curry with potato and peanuts
Pad Talay (Spicy Seafood Stir-Fry) — mussels, squid and shrimp with fresh green peppercorns
Crab Rangoon — crispy crab and cream-cheese wontons
Green Curry — fragrant coconut curry with basil and bamboo shoots
Pad See Ew (Pad Siew) — wok-charred wide rice noodles with egg and soy
Thai Rice Rolls — fresh rolls with shrimp or tofu and herbs
Tom Kha Soup — creamy coconut soup with galangal and lemongrass
Peanut Butter Tofu Stir-Fry — vegetarian favourite with crispy tofu

What are Shaba Thai Cuisine’s hours? +

We serve dinner six evenings a week:

Tuesday to Sunday: 4:00 PM – 10:30 PM
Monday: Closed

Where is Shaba Thai Cuisine located? +

We’re at 561 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, MB R3B 2G2 — in downtown Winnipeg near the University of Winnipeg and Central Park, a short walk from Portage and Maryland.

Do you have vegetarian and vegan Thai options? +

Yes. Many of our dishes are prepared meatless by default and most curries, stir-fries and noodles can be made with tofu and vegetables. We’re happy to adapt recipes on request, including coconut-milk bubble tea. Gluten-friendly options are also available.

Do you offer Thai catering in Winnipeg? +

Yes. We cater small groups, office dinners, birthdays and events in downtown Winnipeg by request. Call (204) 415-7277 to plan your order.

Can I choose my spice level or note dietary restrictions? +

Absolutely. Most dishes can be made mild to very spicy. Tell us about allergies or dietary needs when you order and our staff will recommend the right dishes.

Ready when you are

Hungry now?

Order online for pickup or delivery, or come say hi on Portage Avenue — the wok’s already hot.

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Prefer to talk? (204) 415-7277

Pickup & Delivery Open Tue–Sun from 4 pm Dine-in welcome

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Shaba Thai Cuisine, Downtown Winnipeg

Address 561 Portage Avenue,
Winnipeg, MB R3B 2G2
Phone (204) 415-7277
Hours
- MondayClosed
- Tuesday – Sunday4:00 PM – 10:30 PM
Services Dine-in · Takeout · Delivery · Catering

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