Thai By Ja

You'll find Thai By Ja tucked away on St Thomas' Square in Newport town centre, in a Grade II-listed building that's seen plenty of Island life. Walking in, you're greeted with that smell—the real one, not the watered-down version you get elsewhere. The kitchen takes its job seriously, balancing heat and sweetness like they actually know what they're doing. It's the kind of place where regulars have their usual orders down to the exact level of spice, and new customers quickly become regulars themselves. The room's intimate without feeling cramped, perfect for everything from a weeknight dinner to something a bit more special.