Bua Luang – Thai
Fragrant steam rises from bubbling cauldrons of coconut milk, filling this inviting space with the intoxicating aromas of lemongrass and hand-ground spices. The kitchen crafts a vibrant tapestry of flavors, from the velvety, golden sweetness of their signature pumpkin curry to the rich, nutty depth of Pra Ram draped in savory peanut sauce. Each dish offers a soulful dining experience where traditional heat meets comforting textures, creating a warm sanctuary for lovers of authentic, aromatic cuisine.
1166 Solano Avenue, Albany CA 94706 https://bualuangalbany.com/Rating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Thai
Price range: $$
Dietary options: vegan, vegetarian, low-fat, low-sodium, pescatarian, plant-based, anti-inflammatory, high-fiber, gerd, zone, volumetrics, renal, macrobiotic
Currently open
Hours
- Tuesday - Friday
- 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM, 5:00 PM - 8:30 PM
- Sunday
- 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM - 8:30 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated as a dependable choice for a quick bite, guests frequently highlight the consistent experience that keeps them returning for casual gatherings with friends. Diners appreciate the adequate and functional service, noting that the efficient
Menu
Lunch Combinations
Select 1 from Soup or Appetizer and 1 from Entrée; served with rice and salad.
- Combo - Pumpkin Curry (Chicken/Beef/Pork/Tofu) - $20: Signature curry with pumpkin, peas, bell pepper and sweet basil. Served with rice, salad, and choice of soup or appetizer. Available at: lunch
- Combo - Pumpkin Curry (Prawn) - $23: Signature curry with pumpkin, peas, bell pepper and sweet basil. Served with rice, salad, and choice of soup or appetizer. Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: lunch
- Combo - Pumpkin Curry (Seafood) - $25: Signature curry with pumpkin, peas, bell pepper and sweet basil. Served with rice, salad, and choice of soup or appetizer. Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: lunch
- Combo - Green Curry (Chicken/Beef/Pork/Tofu) - $20: Green Curry with bamboo shoots, peas, bell pepper, eggplant and sweet basil. Served with rice, salad, and choice of soup or appetizer. Available at: lunch
- Combo - Yellow Curry (Chicken/Beef/Pork/Tofu) - $20: Mild yellow curry with potatoes, onion, peas and bell pepper; served with cucumber sauce, rice, salad, and choice of soup or appetizer. Available at: lunch
- Combo - Panang Curry (Chicken/Pork) - $20: Thick red Panang curry with lime leaves, ground peanuts, bell pepper, sweet basil; served with broccoli, rice, salad, and choice of soup or appetizer. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: lunch
- Combo - Panang Curry (Beef) - $21.5: Thick red Panang curry with lime leaves, ground peanuts, bell pepper, sweet basil; served with broccoli, rice, salad, and choice of soup or appetizer. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: lunch
- Combo - Cashew Nut (Chicken/Beef/Pork/Tofu) - $20: Sautéed with Thai sweet chili paste, cashew nuts, green beans, carrots, peas, onion, mushroom, dried red pepper on a bed of spinach. Served with rice, salad, and choice of soup or appetizer. Available at: lunch
- Combo - Pra Ram (Chicken/Pork/Tofu) - $20: Choice of meats barbecued and served on a bed of vegetables & spinach; topped with peanut sauce. Served with rice, salad, and choice of soup or appetizer. Available at: lunch
- Combo - Pra Ram (Beef) - $21: Barbecued beef served on a bed of vegetables & spinach; topped with peanut sauce. Served with rice, salad, and choice of soup or appetizer. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Combo - String Bean (Prik King) (Chicken/Beef/Pork/Tofu) - $20: Sautéed in red curry with string beans, carrots and lime leaves. Served with rice, salad, and choice of soup or appetizer. Available at: lunch
- Combo - Ginger (Chicken/Beef/Pork/Tofu) - $20: Sautéed with fresh ginger in garlic sauce, bell pepper, onion, carrots, mushrooms and celery. Served with rice, salad, and choice of soup or appetizer. Available at: lunch
- Combo - Eggplant (Chicken/Beef/Pork/Tofu) - $20: Sautéed eggplant with peas, bell pepper, onion, green beans, carrots and sweet basil. Served with rice, salad, and choice of soup or appetizer. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Combo - Sautéed Mixed Vegetables (Chicken/Beef/Pork/Tofu) - $20: Sautéed with garlic sauce, broccoli, bean sprout, sweet peas, Shiitake mushroom, zucchini, cabbage, carrots, onions, green beans and celery. Served with rice, salad, and choice of soup or appetizer. Dietary tags: Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Brown Rice Substitution - $0.75 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
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