Modern Thai with a twist

We have proudly served pad Thai, fried rice, mochi donuts, bubble tea, and more to the Grand Rapids community for over a decade. In November of 2024, we are expanding to the restaurant space in the Downtown Market, reimagining the menu, elevating the Rák dining experience, and incorporating a unique cocktail menu—all while staying true to the culinary foundation we’ve established since 2013. Until the move, enjoy the beverages, dishes, and desserts you’ve grown to love available at our current location in the Market Hall.

Address:
Rák Thai at the Downtown Market
435 Ionia Ave. SW
Grand Rapids, MI 49503

Contact:
(616) 724-4866

Hours:
Mon-Thu: 11am - 7pm
Fri: 11am - 8pm
Sat: 10am - 8pm
Sun: 10am - 7pm

Our food

The menu focuses on innovative flavors, but is still filled with takeout favorites like beef bulgogi, peanut curry noodles, crab cheese, and spring rolls. We have a lot of passion for food, which is perfect since the word Rák means "love" in Thai.

Our story

Rák Thai has positioned itself as an approachable way to celebrate Thai cuisine, and after a decade of success, owners Blon and Christine Hang are ready to take the next step. The new Rák brand will soon be a full-service restaurant and cocktail concept in a beautiful 5,512 square foot space within the Downtown Market. Coming from a family of restauranteurs, the Hangs are no stranger to hard work, home-cooked flavor, and hospitality.

Catering

Rák-catered events offer Thai-inspired cuisine for groups big or small. Enjoy family-style entreés, classic appetizers, and more—created on-site and dropped off at your Downtown Market event.

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