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/midtown

Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)

Cuisine: Thai

Price range: $

Dietary options: high-protein, keto, low-carb, gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, whole30, paleo, diabetic, sugar-free, pescatarian, heart-healthy, plant-based, low-fat, atkins, south-beach, clean-eating, anti-inflammatory, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, detox, volumetrics, tlc, raw-food, low-fodmap, carnivore, aip, slow-carb, candida, mayo-clinic, macrobiotic, lectin-free

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.

Thai Style Papaya Salad - $10: Fresh green papaya, cherry tomatoes, green beans, Thai chilies, crushed peanut, dried shrimp, Thai lime vinaigrette sauce Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Low-Fat, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
Laos Style Papaya Salad - $12: Fresh green papaya, cherry tomatoes, green beans, Thai chilies, Laos anchovy lime sauce Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Low-Fat, Atkins, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
Laos Style Cucumber Salad - $12: Chopped cucumber, cherry tomatoes, Thai chilies, Laos anchovy lime sauce, boiled egg Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Low-Fat, Atkins, South-Beach, Volumetrics
Thai Style Corn Ceviche - $10: Steamed sweet corn, cherry tomatoes, green beans, Thai chilies, Thai lime vinaigrette sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic
Kao Punn Salad - $12: Vermicelli noodles mixed with Thai or Laos style papaya salad Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Low-Fat, Volumetrics
Thai Grilled Pork Salad - $12: Ka Thai BBQ pork, Thai spicy tamarind sauce, onion, scallions, roasted Thai chili, mint, cherry tomatoes, roasted rice powder Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Atkins, South-Beach
Yum Moo Yor - $12: Thai steamed pork sausage, mint, celery, scallion, onions, lemongrass, Thai chili, cherry tomatoes, spicy lime vinaigrette dressing Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Atkins, South-Beach
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-Protein, Low-Carb, Dairy-Free, Diabetic, Atkins, Volumetrics
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, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol
Glass Noodle Salad - $12: Glass noodles, ground chicken, onion, celery, scallions, cilantro, peanuts, spicy lime vinaigrette dressing Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Low-Fat, Volumetrics
Ka Thai BBQ - $9: Grilled marinated dark meat chicken or pork loin, house pickle, sweet & sour, Jaew sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
Heaven Beef - $10: Thai style beef jerky, sticky rice, Jaew sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
Ka Thai Chicken Wings - $10: Crispy bite-size wings, Thai sweet chili sauce or Thai Buffalo sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
Larb - $12: Minced chicken, herbs, mints, scallions, shallots, Thai chili, lime juice Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Detox, Slow-Carb, Candida
Grilled Beef Salad - $14: Marinated beef, spicy Thai tamarind sauce, onion, scallion, roasted Thai chili, mint, cherry tomatoes, roasted rice powder Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Atkins, South-Beach, Volumetrics
Seafood Salad - $15: Shrimp, scallops, squid, celery, scallion, lemongrass, onions, Thai chili, cherry tomatoes, spicy lime vinaigrette dressing Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Low-Fat, Atkins, South-Beach, Volumetrics
Esan Pork Ribs Soup - $14: Spicy Thai Esan style Tom Yum pork ribs, tomato, mushroom, onion, scallion, cilantro, roasted rice powder Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Atkins, Volumetrics

Sides

Sticky Rice - $3 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, TLC, Macrobiotic
Kao Punn - $3: Vermicelli noodles Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, TLC, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic
Crispy Pork Rind - $1.5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, AIP, Candida, Lectin-Free