Ka Thai – Thai
The air at Ka Thai hums with the rhythmic strike of the mortar and pestle, releasing a fragrant cloud of lime, bird’s eye chili, and savory fish sauce. Vibrant plates of crisp papaya salad and golden, crunchy rice salad arrive at the table, offering a bold symphony of heat and texture that transports diners to the bustling street markets of Southeast Asia. It is a lively destination where the bright, punchy flavors of traditional Thai and Lao soul food are celebrated with every zesty, spice-flecked bite.
8185 Walnut Hill Lane https://kathairestaurant.com/midtownRating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Thai
Price range: $
Dietary options: vegan, vegetarian, low-sodium, pescatarian, whole30, paleo, plant-based, low-fat, heart-healthy, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, gerd, low-cholesterol, tlc, renal, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, macrobiotic
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
- Sunday
- 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about the high-quality food and satisfying portions, frequently highlighting the intimate setting that creates a truly memorable dining experience. Celebrated for its knowledgeable and courteous service, guests praise the attentive staff who ensure every meal is seamless and enjoyable. This inviting atmosphere, paired with a menu that consistently impresses, leaves reviewers feeling thoroughly satisfied.
Menu
Esan Tapas
Tapas sized portions inspired by the streets of Bangkok. Authentic and packed with strong flavors.
- Thai Style Papaya Salad - $10: Fresh green papaya, cherry tomatoes, green beans, Thai chilies, crushed peanut, dried shrimp, Thai lime vinaigrette sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Laos Style Papaya Salad - $12: Fresh green papaya, cherry tomatoes, green beans, Thai chilies, Laos anchovy lime sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Laos Style Cucumber Salad - $12: Chopped cucumber, cherry tomatoes, Thai chilies, Laos anchovy lime sauce, boiled egg Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo Available at: dinner, lunch
- Thai Style Corn Ceviche - $10: Steamed sweet corn, cherry tomatoes, green beans, Thai chilies, Thai lime vinaigrette sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kao Punn Salad - $12: Vermicelli noodles mixed with Thai or Laos style papaya salad Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Thai Grilled Pork Salad - $12: Ka Thai BBQ pork, Thai spicy tamarind sauce, onion, scallions, roasted Thai chili, mint, cherry tomatoes, roasted rice powder Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yum Moo Yor - $12: Thai steamed pork sausage, mint, celery, scallion, onions, lemongrass, Thai chili, cherry tomatoes, spicy lime vinaigrette dressing Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sour Pork Sausage Salad - $12: Sliced Thai sour sausage, fresh ginger, peanut, mint, celery, scallion, onions, Thai chili, cherry tomatoes, spicy lime vinaigrette dressing Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Rice Salad - $10: Smashed crispy spicy herbal rice ball, red onion, scallion, cilantro, culantro, dry chili, Kafir-lime leaf, lime vinaigrette dressing Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Glass Noodle Salad - $12: Glass noodles, ground chicken, onion, celery, scallions, cilantro, peanuts, spicy lime vinaigrette dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ka Thai BBQ - $9: Grilled marinated dark meat chicken or pork loin, house pickle, sweet & sour, Jaew sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Heaven Beef - $10: Thai style beef jerky, sticky rice, Jaew sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ka Thai Chicken Wings - $10: Crispy bite-size wings, Thai sweet chili sauce or Thai Buffalo sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Larb - $12: Minced chicken, herbs, mints, scallions, shallots, Thai chili, lime juice Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal, Juice-Cleanse Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Beef Salad - $14: Marinated beef, spicy Thai tamarind sauce, onion, scallion, roasted Thai chili, mint, cherry tomatoes, roasted rice powder Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seafood Salad - $15: Shrimp, scallops, squid, celery, scallion, lemongrass, onions, Thai chili, cherry tomatoes, spicy lime vinaigrette dressing Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Esan Pork Ribs Soup - $14: Spicy Thai Esan style Tom Yum pork ribs, tomato, mushroom, onion, scallion, cilantro, roasted rice powder Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- 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
- Kao Punn - $3: Vermicelli noodles Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Pork Rind - $1.5 Available at: dinner, lunch
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- Bangkok Dee Thai Cuisine — Thai
- Malai Kitchen — Thai
- Asian Mint — Thai
- Pinto Thai Urban Diner — Thai
- Zato Thai Cuisine and Sushi Bar — Thai
- Thai Soon Restaurant — Thai
- Thai Lotus Kitchen — Thai
- Bangkok City Restaurant — Thai
- Ka Thai — Thai
- Tom Yum Thai — Thai
- Ka-Tip — Thai
