CHANG KAO THAI CUISINE – Thai
The name means white elephant in Thai, a symbol of wisdom and fortune, and the Bradenton dining room leans into it. Chef Meaw Oliver, Bangkok-born with three decades of cooking behind her, opened the kitchen in 2018. Start with scallion pancake, chicken satay, crab rangoon or crispy spring rolls. Then pad thai, crispy pad thai with pan-fried yellow noodles, drunken noodles heavy with basil and chili, or lad na under salted-soybean gravy. Curries run green, red and panang. Heat is set to order, and regulars say the top level is genuinely, seriously Thai-hot. Split lunch and dinner service; closed Sunday.
6233 14th St WBradenton, FL 34207 941-739-2217 https://changkaothai.com/0Cuisine: Thai
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at CHANG KAO THAI CUISINE
Dairy-Free at CHANG KAO THAI CUISINE
CHANG KAO THAI CUISINE in Bradenton has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Red Curry, Green Curry and Pad Woon Sen. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at CHANG KAO THAI CUISINE
CHANG KAO THAI CUISINE in Bradenton has 2 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Red Curry and Green Curry. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at CHANG KAO THAI CUISINE
CHANG KAO THAI CUISINE in Bradenton has 9 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pad Thai, Rad Na and Thai Vegetable Soup. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at CHANG KAO THAI CUISINE
CHANG KAO THAI CUISINE in Bradenton has 4 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Crab Rangoon, Pad Woon Sen and Drunken Noodles (Pad Kee Mao). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at CHANG KAO THAI CUISINE
CHANG KAO THAI CUISINE in Bradenton has 3 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Red Curry, Green Curry and Tom Kha Soup. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at CHANG KAO THAI CUISINE
CHANG KAO THAI CUISINE in Bradenton has 2 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Thai Vegetable Soup and Fresh Spring Rolls. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at CHANG KAO THAI CUISINE
CHANG KAO THAI CUISINE in Bradenton has 3 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Thai Vegetable Soup, Fresh Spring Rolls and Thai Lo Mein. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at CHANG KAO THAI CUISINE
CHANG KAO THAI CUISINE in Bradenton has 5 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pad Thai, Red Curry and Thai Vegetable Soup. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at CHANG KAO THAI CUISINE
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Pad See Ew | 4.3 g | 55.5 g |
| Pad Woon Sen | 3.8 g | 50.8 g |
| Drunken Noodles (Pad Kee Mao) | 91 g | 45.7 g |
| Panang Curry | 47.2 g | 33.5 g |
| Crab Rangoon | 17 g | 18.4 g |
| Green Curry | 13 g | 12.4 g |
| Tom Yum Soup | 52.5 g | 11.2 g |
| Rad Na | 35.5 g | 10.8 g |
| Red Curry | 14 g | 7.4 g |
| Thai Dumplings | 28.6 g | 6.3 g |
| Thai Vegetable Soup | 4.2 g | 5.3 g |
| Fresh Spring Rolls | 7.4 g | 5.1 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
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Menu
Thai Appetizers
Start your meal with our authentic Thai appetizers, made fresh daily with traditional recipes from Bangkok.
- Fresh Spring Rolls - $8.95: Fresh vegetables and herbs wrapped in rice paper, served with signature peanut dipping sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic
- Chicken Satay - $9.95: Grilled chicken skewers marinated in Thai spices, served with peanut sauce and cucumber relish
- Thai Dumplings - $7.95: Steamed pork and shrimp dumplings served with sweet soy dipping sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, TLC
- Crab Rangoon - $7.95: Crispy wonton wrappers filled with cream cheese and crab, served with sweet and sour sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian
Thai Soups
Warming, flavorful Thai soups made with fresh herbs, spices, and traditional techniques.
- Tom Yum Soup - $12.95: Hot and sour soup with lemongrass, lime leaves, galangal, and chilies Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC
- Tom Kha Soup - $12.95: Creamy coconut milk soup with galangal, lime leaves, and mushrooms Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Slow-Carb
- Wonton Soup - $10.95: Clear broth with pork and shrimp wontons, bok choy, and green onions Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced
- Thai Vegetable Soup - $9.95: Light, healthy broth with mixed vegetables, tofu, and fresh herbs Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb
Thai Curries
Authentic Thai curries made with coconut milk and fresh herbs. Choice of Chicken, Beef, Pork, Tofu, or Vegetables included. Shrimp +$2.
- Green Curry - $14.95: Coconut milk curry with Thai basil, bamboo shoots, bell peppers and choice of protein Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Red Curry - $14.95: Traditional red curry with coconut milk, Thai eggplant, bell peppers and fresh basil Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, TLC, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Panang Curry - $15.95: Rich, creamy curry with peanuts, lime leaves and bell peppers Dietary tags: Halal, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Massaman Curry - $15.95: Sweet and mild curry with potatoes, onions, roasted peanuts and tamarind Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
Thai Noodles
Hand-crafted Thai noodle dishes prepared daily by Chef Meaw. Choice of Chicken, Beef, Pork, Tofu, or Vegetables included. Shrimp +$2.
- Pad Thai - $13.95: Rice noodles with tamarind, fish sauce, crushed peanuts, bean sprouts and lime Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Drunken Noodles (Pad Kee Mao) - $14.95: Spicy wide rice noodles with Thai basil, bell peppers, onions and chilies Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pad See Ew - $13.95: Sweet soy sauce noodles with Chinese broccoli, egg and choice of protein Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rad Na - $14.95: Wide rice noodles topped with thick gravy and Chinese broccoli Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Thai Lo Mein - $12.95: Soft egg noodles stir-fried with vegetables and choice of protein Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pad Woon Sen - $13.95: Glass noodles stir-fried with vegetables, egg and choice of protein Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about CHANG KAO THAI CUISINE
- Is CHANG KAO THAI CUISINE dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. CHANG KAO THAI CUISINE has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Red Curry, Green Curry and Pad Woon Sen.
- What can I eat at CHANG KAO THAI CUISINE on a dairy-free diet?
- Red Curry, Green Curry and Pad Woon Sen carry the dairy-free tag, out of 4 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does CHANG KAO THAI CUISINE have vegan options?
- Yes. 2 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Thai Vegetable Soup and Fresh Spring Rolls.
- Is CHANG KAO THAI CUISINE gluten-free?
- 2 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at CHANG KAO THAI CUISINE?
- Pad See Ew, at roughly 55.5g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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