Tom Kha Index 2026
Tom Kha, the coconut-milk-based Thai soup, was found as a main course at 16 of Helsinki's 34 Thai restaurants. Most others list it as a starter (EUR 8–10).
Tom Kha: the softer cousin
Tom Kha (coconut milk soup) is the softer cousin of Tom Yum. Coconut milk mellows the acidity and chilli. Galangal (the "Kha" in the name) is a key ingredient. Tom Kha Gai (with chicken) is the classic version.
Helsinki restaurants (16)
| Restaurant | Tom Kha (€) | Value score |
|---|---|---|
| Yuwa's | 17.90 | 75 |
| Raan Khao Gaeng Thai Street Food | 12.90 | 43 |
| Ravintola Tuk Tuk | 17.50 | 43 |
| Korphai | 10.00 | 33 |
| Thai Thai Ravintola Malmi | 8.50 | 33 |
| Kaow Thip Thai | 10.90 | 20 |
| Ravintola Meelom Koskela | 13.90 | 20 |
| Siam City Thai Food | 13.50 | 17 |
| Phad Thai | 17.00 | 3 |
| Bangkok 9 Citycenter | 13.90 | 0 |
| Ho Khao | 16.90 | – |
| Zaap Isan Thai Street Food Töölö | 16.90 | – |
| Thai O'Cha Sörnäinen | 17.50 | – |
| Kanokchai | 19.90 | – |
| Korat Tam Tam | 16.50 | – |
| Siam Thai Modern Restaurant | 17.90 | – |
Methodology
The index is based on public sources: Wolt storefronts, restaurants' own websites, Google Maps ratings, Tripadvisor listings. Data collection date: 20 May 2026. Base version included (typically chicken, vegan when available). Prices include Wolt's delivery margin. Sample is 34 Thai restaurants in Helsinki; only restaurants where the dish appears as a main course are included. The value score combines rating and price index: same formula as the pad thai index.
Next release
The index is compiled annually. The summer 2027 release expands to 10 anchor dishes across six cities (Helsinki, Espoo, Vantaa, Tampere, Turku, Oulu).
Contact
Thai Food Lovers (Yuwa's Thai Dining)
info@yuwas.net · +358 40 221 7552