Bangkok by the Bay – Thai
Sun-drenched flavors meet a coastal breeze at Bangkok by the Bay, where the vibrant energy of Thailand’s bustling markets is reimagined in a bright, welcoming atmosphere. The air hums with the fragrance of sizzling holy basil and aromatic yellow curry, while artfully composed sets bring together the fiery heat of Southern-style beef and the refreshing, zesty crunch of green papaya salads. Each plate offers a balanced journey through Thailand’s regional landscapes, inviting diners to linger over smoky grilled meats and herb-forward stir-frys that capture the soul of authentic Southeast Asian cooking.
800 Heinz Avenue, Berkeley CA 94710 https://bangkokbythebay.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Thai
Price range: $$
Dietary options: vegan, vegetarian, high-protein, pescatarian, low-sodium, heart-healthy, plant-based, low-fat, whole30, paleo, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, anti-inflammatory, low-cholesterol, gerd, volumetrics, tlc, renal, zone, aip, alkaline, macrobiotic, lectin-free
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its savory pizzas and intimate setting, guests love the cozy atmosphere that makes it a perfect spot for group gatherings or professional outings. Reviewers highlight the attentive and helpful service staff who ensure a seamless dining experience by checking in regularly. Standout dishes include the flavorful pizzas, which diners frequently praise for their rich taste and satisfying quality.
Menu
Lunch Specials
A quick lunch medley served with duo rice, fried egg & soup of the day or sticky rice and papaya salad.
- Gai Ga-Prow Lunch Set - $19: minced chicken, Thai basil, fresh & dried chilies, garlic, sweet peppers and onions, served with duo rice, fried egg & soup of the day Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber Available at: lunch
- Kua Kling Neur Lunch Set - $19: minced beef, housemade southern-style curry paste, turmeric, sweet pepper and makrut, served with duo rice, fried egg & soup of the day Available at: lunch
- Tua Prik Khing Lunch Set - $19: blistered green beans, organic tofu, makrut and prik-khing curry sauce, served with duo rice, fried egg & soup of the day Available at: lunch
- Kang Pak Fuk Thong Lunch Set - $19: roasted kabocha squash, tofu, seasonal vegetables, Thai basil and creamy coconut green curry, served with duo rice, fried egg & soup of the day Available at: lunch
- Pad Makuer Lunch Set - $19: Japanese eggplant, organic tofu, roasted chili paste, fermented soybean, onions, Thai basil and sweet peppers, served with duo rice, fried egg & soup of the day Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: lunch
- Kang Kari Lunch Set - $19: chicken, potatoes, fried shallots, coconut yellow curry, served with duo rice, fried egg & soup of the day Available at: lunch
- Gai Yang Som Tum Set - $19: street style grilled chicken, lemongrass, turmeric and galangal, served with sticky rice, papaya salad & crudités Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sai Oua Som Tum Set - $19: northern Thai grilled pork sausage, fresh Thai herbs, lemongrass, garlic and makrut, served with sticky rice, papaya salad & crudités Available at: dinner, lunch
- Laab Gai Som Tum Set - $19: minced chicken, fresh mint, cilantro, shallots, green onions, chili powder, roasted rice powder and spicy lime dressing, served with sticky rice, papaya salad & crudités Available at: dinner, lunch
- Laab Hed Som Tum Set - $19: chef-selection mushrooms, fresh mint, cilantro, shallot, green onions, chili powder, roasted rice powder and spicy lime dressing, served with sticky rice, papaya salad & crudités Available at: dinner, lunch
- Namtok Steak Som Tum Set - $24: grilled steak, dried chili, roasted rice powder, shallots, fresh herbs, spicy lime dressing, served with sticky rice, papaya salad & crudités Available at: dinner, lunch
Appetizers
Bangkok Street Bites
- Pau Pia - $11: crispy vegan roll, organic carrot, cabbage, mushrooms and glass noodles Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sakoo Hed - $15: tapioca dumplings, king oyster mushrooms, pickled radish and roasted peanuts Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gai Satay - $9: marinated grilled chicken, turmeric, Thai curry peanut sauce and cucumber relish Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shiitake Dumplings - $15: pan-fried dumplings, shiitake mushrooms, corn, chives, tangy ginger soy dipping sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Moo Ping - $10: street style grilled pork, garlic, cilantro and caraway seeds Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nuer Yang - $14: grilled short ribs and spicy and tangy tamarind Jaew sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kao Pod Yang Kati - $9: grilled corn and caramelized creamy coconut milk Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Curry Puff - $14: flaky pastry, caramelized onions, carrots, potatoes and cucumber relish Dietary tags: High-Protein, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tod Mun - $14: fish & shrimp cake, red curry, long beans, makrut, sweet chili cucumber sauce Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Soup & Salad
- Soup of the Day (Cup) - $7: choice of chicken or organic tofu Available at: dinner, lunch
- Soup of the Day (Bowl) - $16: choice of chicken or organic tofu Available at: dinner, lunch
- Som Tum - $18: green papaya, cherry tomatoes, green beans, roasted peanuts and sweet tamarind lime dressing Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yum Woonsen - $25: infused blue butterfly pea glass noodles, shrimp, minced chicken and zesty lime dressing Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nuer Namtok - $23: grilled steak, shallot, cilantro, roasted rice powder and lime-chili dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- Laab Gai - $21: minced chicken, fresh mint, cilantro, shallot, green onions, chili powder, roasted rice powder and spicy lime dressing Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Laab Hed - $19: chef-selection mushrooms, fresh mint, cilantro shallots, green onions, chili powder, roasted rice powder and spicy lime dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Gai Gapraw - $21: minced chicken, Thai basil, fresh & dried chilies, garlic, sweet peppers, onions Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kua Kling Nuer - $22: minced beef, housemade southern-style curry paste, turmeric, sweet peppers, makrut Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pad Makuer - $20: Japanese eggplant, organic tofu, roasted chili paste, fermented soybean, onions, Thai basil, sweet peppers Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tua Prik Khing - $20: crisp green beans, organic tofu, makrut, galangal chili paste Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Short Rib Massaman Curry - $40: slow-cooked large bone-in beef short rib, Massaman curry, Yukon gold potatoes, roasted peanuts Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kang Pak Fuk Thong - $21: roasted kabocha squash, tofu, seasonal vegetables, Thai basil, creamy coconut green curry Available at: dinner, lunch
- Phed See Krong - $27: braised pork ribs, housemade southern-style turmeric curry, makrut Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kari Gai - $21: chicken, potatoes, fried shallots, coconut yellow curry Available at: dinner, lunch
Noodles & Rice
- Pad Thai Goong - $24: stir-fried rice noodles, shrimp, organic tofu, chives, beansprouts, eggs, tamarind, roasted crushed peanuts Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pad See Ew - $20: choice of chicken or organic tofu, wide hand-cut rice noodles, Chinese broccoli, fermented soybean, egg Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Duck Basil Fried Rice - $25: wok-fried rice, basil, chili, onions, sweet peppers, egg Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pad Kee Mao Neur Yang - $24: stir-fried wide rice noodles, grilled steak, sweet peppers, onion, fresh Thai basil, egg Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bamee Ped Toon - $25: duck leg confit, shiitake mushrooms, egg noodles, bok choy, five spice broth Available at: dinner, lunch
- Khao Soi Gai - $21: egg noodles, braised drumstick, pickle mustard, shallots, northern-style rich coconut curry Available at: dinner, lunch
- Khao Pad Puu - $28: wok fried rice, wild blue crab, eggs, cherry tomatoes, green onions Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pad Yaowarad - $20: choice of chicken or organic tofu, wide hand-cut rice noodles, shiitake mushrooms, beansprouts, scallions, egg Available at: dinner, lunch
Side Orders
- Jasmine Rice - $3 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Brown Rice - $3 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sticky Rice - $3 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roti - $4 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Peanut Sauce - $6
- Thai Fried Egg - $3 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Bang Na Cocktail - $15: gin, passion fruit, basil, lime and St-Germain Elderflower Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Bang Rak Cocktail - $15: mezcal, fever tree sparkling grapefruit and Cointreau Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Bang Lam-Phu Cocktail - $15: bourbon, orange bitter and makrut syrup Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Bang Kae Cocktail - $14: elderflower liqueur, lime, mint, prosecco Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Singha Thai Lager - $6
- Beerlao Dark - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Drakes 1500 Pale Ale - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Thai Ice Tea - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Soda - $3: Coke, Sprite
- San Pellegrino (500 ml) - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Bangkok by the Bay
- Where is this restaurant located?
- The provided restaurant data for Bangkok by the Bay does not include a specific physical address or location information.
- Is this a good spot for a date or special occasion?
- The intimate setting and cozy atmosphere make this a perfect spot for group gatherings, professional outings, and special occasions.
- What are the main concerns mentioned in customer reviews?
- The provided reviews do not mention any concerns, instead highlighting the attentive service, cozy atmosphere, and flavorful pizzas.
- What is the overall customer sentiment about this restaurant?
- With a 4.0/5 rating, guests celebrate the savory pizzas, cozy atmosphere, and attentive service staff for group or professional outings.
- What is the restaurant's atmosphere and style?
- This Thai restaurant features a bright, welcoming atmosphere with an intimate and cozy setting ideal for group gatherings or professional outings.
- How extensive is this restaurant's menu selection?
- The menu is extensive, featuring diverse Thai lunch sets and appetizers that accommodate over 35 dietary preferences, including keto and vegan.
- Is this restaurant currently open and operational?
- The restaurant appears operational with an active website and menu, though specific daily hours are not listed in the data.
- Which diets does this restaurant support based on its menu?
- The restaurant supports numerous diets including vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, keto, paleo, dairy-free, nut-free, high-protein, low-carb, and whole30 options.
- What type of cuisine does this restaurant specialize in?
- Bangkok by the Bay specializes in authentic Thai cuisine, featuring regional dishes like Southern-style beef, yellow curry, and green papaya salads.
- How many reviews does this restaurant have?
- The provided information for Bangkok by the Bay does not specify the total number of reviews received by the restaurant.
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