Dakzen – Thai
Stepping into this lively space feels like being transported to a bustling Thai night market, where the air is thick with the fragrant steam of simmering broths and the sizzle of savory street snacks. Guests can lose themselves in the crunch of golden-fried chive cakes and spicy northern sausages before diving into the soul-warming richness of Khao Soi or the complex, herb-infused depths of traditional boat noodles. It is a vibrant celebration of authentic flavors that balances bold spices with comforting textures, offering a sensory journey through the heart of Thailand’s culinary traditions.
195, Elm Street, Somerville, MA, 02144 +16177181759 http://www.dakzen.net/0Cuisine: Thai
Price range: $
Dietary options: vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free, nut-free, high-protein, keto, low-carb, gluten-free, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, paleo, diabetic, sugar-free, low-fat, low-cholesterol, atkins, clean-eating, south-beach, high-fiber, volumetrics, slow-carb, candida, mayo-clinic
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Friday
- 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Saturday
- 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
- Sunday
- 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Menu
- Sai Ua - $6.95: Authentic spicy Thai andouille sausage Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Clean-Eating, Slow-Carb, Candida
- Gyoza - $6.95: Golden fried pork dumpling served with ginger soy sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Moo Yaw Tod - $6.95: Fried Thai traditional pork sausage served with Sriracha chili sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Gui-Chai-Tod - $6.95: Fried chive veggie cake dumpling served with ginger dipping sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol
- Goong Ma Kham - $6.95: Golden fried prawns in tamarind sauce on crunchy fried noodles, topped with fried shallot and cilantro Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Poh Piah - $6.95: Golden fried vegetarian spring roll served with sweet sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol
- Rook-Chin-Tod - $6.95: Fried mix of beef balls, pork balls, and fish balls served with tamarind chili sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Khao Soi - $12.95: Northern curry noodles soup, egg noodles, red onions, pickled mustard, boiled egg, lime, cilantro, and crispy egg noodle ball Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Boat Noodle - $12.95: Dark broth noodle soup, bean sprouts, morning glory, meat balls, cilantro, and crispy pork rinds. Choice of beef or pork Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Volumetrics
- Tom-Yum Noodles Soup - $12.95: Spicy noodle soup, ground pork, nuts, BBQ pork, dry shrimp, bean sprouts, boiled egg, fish balls, fish cake, cilantro, and crispy wonton Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free
- Tiew-Pak - $12.95: Vegetable noodle soup, fried tofu, yu choi, bean sprouts, napa cabbage, boiled egg, cilantro, and crispy wonton Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, Volumetrics
- Ba-Mee-Moo-Dang - $12.95: Egg noodles, BBQ red pork, crispy pork belly, Chinese choi, boiled egg, pork & shrimp wonton, cilantro, crispy wonton, and BBQ sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Tiew-Kai-Toon - $12.95: Stewed bone-in chicken, herbal soup, bean sprouts, shiitake mushroom, cilantro, and fried garlic Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Volumetrics
- Yen-Ta-Fo - $12.95: Red noodles soup, shrimp, squid, morning glory, white mushroom, fish balls, fish cake, fried tofu, cilantro, and crispy wonton Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Pad Thai - $12.95: Stir fried rice noodles with egg, turnips, soft tofu, scallions, bean sprouts, fried shallots, lime, and peanuts Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian
- Pad Kee Mow - $12.95: Flat rice noodles stir fried with oyster sauce, garlic, chili, bamboo, holy basil, peppercorns, baby corn, onions, and red peppers Dietary tags: Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Khao Kha-Na - $12.95: Fresh Asian broccoli stir fried with special oyster fermented sauce and white pepper Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Low-Fat, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Khao Moo Dang - $12.95: Rice plate with BBQ red pork, crispy pork belly, sweet sausage, boiled egg, herbal BBQ sauce, cucumbers, and cilantro Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Pad See Ew - $12.95: Flat rice noodles stir fried with Asian broccoli, egg, and dark vinaigrette oyster sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Khao Gra-Pow - $12.95: Rice plate with Thai bird chili, garlic, special dark Gra-Pow sauce, holy basil, and white pepper Dietary tags: Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Street Fried Rice - $12.95: Jasmine rice stir fried with egg, onions, tomatoes, and Asian broccoli. Served with cucumber, lime, and cilantro Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Gra-Pow Fried Rice - $12.95: Spicy jasmine rice stir fried with Thai bird chili, garlic, grounded meat, and special dark Gra-Pow sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Thai Ice Tea - $4.5: Premium Thai tea sweetened with condensed milk
- Chrysanthemum Tea - $3.5: Lightly sweet herbal tea
- Thai Lime Ice Tea - $4.5: Premium Thai tea sweetened with sugarcane and fresh lime
- Mango Juice - $3.5
- Pink Guava Juice - $3.5
- Coke - $2
- Diet Coke - $2
- Ginger Ale - $2
- Honey Green Tea - $3.5
- Lemonade - $3.5
- Sparkling Water - $3