# Joy Thai Kitchen, Colchester — Reviews & Opening Hours > Joy Thai Kitchen — Restaurant in Colchester. Rated 5.0/5 from 59 Google reviews. Opening hours, location and directions. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/essex/restaurants/joy-thai-kitchen (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Restaurant # Joy Thai Kitchen Colchester, Essex [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=1344783058526011032&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Joy Thai Kitchen](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/103758940021464668981) **In short:** Joy Thai Kitchen is a restaurant in Essex, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 59 Google reviews. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Joy Thai Kitchen Joy Thai Kitchen sits on New Street in Brightlingsea. The restaurant serves Thai food and welcomes children. Diners can bring their own alcohol for a £1 fee. Booking in advance is recommended, particularly for larger groups. The kitchen offers a standard menu alongside a special menu available by request from the owner. Lunchtime offers are available. Vegetarian options include curries and spring rolls. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [Joy Thai Kitchen's own website](https://www.facebook.com/share/14urh4cek2/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). ## Opening hours **Monday** Closed **Tuesday** Closed **Wednesday** Closed **Thursday** Closed **Friday** 5:00 – 10:00 PM **Saturday** 5:00 – 10:00 PM **Sunday** Closed ## What's nearby - Brightlingsea Bakery next door - Brightlingsea Library next door - Tesco Express 100m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 5.0 / 5 (59 reviews) **Good for children** Yes **Food hygiene rating** Awaiting inspection **Destination** Essex Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1616835). [More restaurants in Essex](https://staycation.co.uk/essex/restaurants) ★ 5.0 (59 reviews) Typical price range (Google) £10 – £20 [Visit official website](https://www.facebook.com/share/14urh4cek2/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) [07480 761543](tel:07480761543) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Essex **Plus Code** 9F33R26G+6C ### 🏨 Places to stay near Essex Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. [Check availability →](https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101762279-15734754?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.en-gb.html%3Fss%3DEssex%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) Affiliate link [Hotels →](https://staycation.co.uk/essex/hotels) [Camping →](https://staycation.co.uk/essex/camping) ## Quick answers ### What are the opening hours of Joy Thai Kitchen? Joy Thai Kitchen is open Mon–Thu closed; Fri–Sat 5pm–10pm; Sun closed (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go). ### Is Joy Thai Kitchen any good? Joy Thai Kitchen is rated 5.0 out of 5 from 59 Google reviews. ### Is Joy Thai Kitchen good for children? Yes, Joy Thai Kitchen is listed as good for children. ### How do I contact Joy Thai Kitchen? 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