
Zen Yai
San Francisco, United States
Zen Yai Thai restaurant menu overview
Nestled in the vibrant heart of San Francisco's Little Saigon district, Zen Yai presents an authentic Thai culinary journey that highlights both traditional dishes and street food favorites. From fragrant curries to rich noodle soups, each plate bursts with genuine flavors and fresh ingredients that transport you straight to Thailand.
starters
Kick off your meal with a selection of vibrant and flavorful starters that perfectly balance spice, sweetness, and savory notes.
- Zen Yai Fresh Rolls – delicate rice paper wraps filled with shrimp, tofu, fresh mint, cilantro, vermicelli noodles, and crisp lettuce, served with a rich peanut sauce.
- Green Papaya Salad – a refreshing mix of green papaya, carrots, tomatoes, dried shrimp, peanuts, and tangy lime juice with a hint of chilies and palm sugar for authentic Thai balance.
- Wing of Love – succulent chicken wings glazed with garlic, honey, soy sauce, and sprinkled with sesame seeds for a sweet and savory start.
- Fried Wontons – crispy wonton wrappers filled with a savory blend of ground pork and shrimp, enhanced by ginger, garlic, and sesame oil.
- BBQ Pork Spare Ribs – tender pork ribs marinated and glazed with a rich BBQ sauce infused with garlic, honey, and sesame seeds.
mains
Zen Yai’s mains offer an enticing array of authentic Thai dishes, from iconic noodle plates to fragrant curries and innovative seafood specialties.
- Pad Thai – Thailand’s beloved stir-fried rice noodles with egg, tofu, bean sprouts, crunchy peanuts, fresh lime, and the signature tangy pad thai sauce.
- Tom Yum Noodle – a spicy and sour noodle soup brimming with shrimp, mushrooms, tomato, cilantro, lime leaves, and fiery chilies in a fragrant tom yum broth.
- Pumpkin Curry – a creamy coconut milk curry with pumpkin, red curry paste, basil, bell peppers, and bamboo shoots delivering a comforting and aromatic experience.
- Crab Fried Rice – jasmine rice stir-fried with succulent crab meat, egg, onion, garlic, peas, carrot, and finished with soy and fish sauce with a zesty lime touch.
- Yellow Curry – tender chicken simmered in a fragrant yellow curry with potatoes, onions, coconut milk, and fresh basil.
- Yen Ta Fo – a distinctive noodle soup featuring rice noodles, fish balls, tofu, tomato, bean sprouts, pickled cabbage, and fermented soy bean paste with a spicy kick.
- Pad Kee Mao – wide rice noodles stir-fried with basil, bell peppers, onion, chilies, garlic, egg, and soy sauce for a bold, spicy flavor.
- Seafood Clay Pot – a hearty mix of assorted seafood, glass noodles, garlic, ginger, onion, bell peppers, and cilantro simmered in a savory soy sauce broth.
- Pineapple Fried Rice – a fragrant dish with jasmine rice, pineapple, shrimp, chicken, egg, onion, peas, carrot, cashews, and raisins, finished with soy sauce.
- Fried Chicken Over Fried Rice – crispy fried chicken served atop jasmine rice infused with garlic, onion, soy sauce, fish sauce, and a squeeze of lime.
- Spicy Calamari Entree – tender calamari cooked with garlic, chilies, basil, soy sauce, fish sauce, and lime for a fiery, flavorful bite.
- Duck Noodle Soup – savory broth with tender duck, rice noodles, mushrooms, bok choy, cilantro, onion, and garlic for a comforting meal.
- Green Curry – aromatic green curry with chicken, eggplant, bamboo shoots, basil, and creamy coconut milk.
- BBQ Red Curry – a smoky red curry with BBQ pork, eggplant, bamboo shoots, basil, and coconut milk for rich depth of flavor.
- Pad Kra Prow – stir-fried ground pork infused with basil, garlic, chilies, soy sauce, fish sauce, and egg for bold, classic Thai flavors.
desserts
Indulge your sweet tooth with comforting Thai-inspired desserts that provide a perfect ending to your meal.
- Fried Banana and Ice Cream – warm, crispy fried bananas paired with creamy ice cream for a delightful contrast of textures and flavors.
drinks and specials
Complement your meal with a selection of refreshing drinks, including traditional Thai beverages, coffee, and beer. Zen Yai also offers constantly changing specials inspired by authentic Thai street food, ensuring that there’s always something new and exciting to try during your visit.
閉じている - 開店 11:00 AM
月曜日
11:00–15:00, 16:00–21:00
火曜日
Closed
水曜日
11:00–15:00, 16:00–21:00
木曜日
11:00–15:00, 16:00–21:00
金曜日
11:00–15:00, 16:00–22:00
土曜日
11:00–15:00, 16:00–22:00
日曜日
11:00–15:00, 16:00–21:00
総合評価 4.3
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