Malai Kitchen – Thai
Malai Kitchen transports guests to the bustling heart of Southeast Asia, where the fragrant steam of lemongrass mussels and the sizzle of grilled satay fill a space alive with contemporary energy. Artfully plated dishes like delicate ahi tuna tartare and savory Vietnamese meatballs invite communal dining, blending traditional spices with a fresh, modern perspective. Whether tucking into zesty Thai tacos or crisp, hand-rolled spring rolls, every bite offers a vibrant journey through bold textures and bright, balanced flavors.
6130 Luther Lane, TX 75225 https://malaikitchen.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Thai
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Malai Kitchen
Dairy-Free at Malai Kitchen
Malai Kitchen in Dallas has 13 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Simply Fried Rice, Pineapple Fried Rice and Siamese Watercress. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Malai Kitchen
Malai Kitchen in Dallas has 2 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Thai Coconut Soup (Small) and Today's Seasonal Feature. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Malai Kitchen
Malai Kitchen in Dallas has 30 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sweet and Sour Vegetable Soup (Small), Thai Lemongrass Soup with Shrimp (Small) and Simply Fried Rice. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Malai Kitchen
Malai Kitchen in Dallas has 10 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pineapple Fried Rice, Ahi Tuna Tartare and Chicken and Broccoli Noodles (Pad See Ew). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Malai Kitchen
Malai Kitchen in Dallas has 9 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Siamese Watercress, Edamame and Vegetarian Curry Pot with Tofu. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Malai Kitchen
Malai Kitchen in Dallas has 18 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Simply Fried Rice, Pineapple Fried Rice and Crispy Roti. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Malai Kitchen
Malai Kitchen in Dallas has 9 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vermicelli Salad with Lemongrass Chicken, Siamese Watercress and Coconut Gelato. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at Malai Kitchen
Malai Kitchen in Dallas has 2 low-fat-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Siamese Watercress and Shrimp Spring Rolls. 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 Malai Kitchen
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Sweet and Sour Crispy Noodles (Mee Krob) | 63.8 g | 93.1 g |
| Yellow Curry Bowl with Chicken (Gang Garee) | 69.7 g | 70.1 g |
| Spicy Basil Chicken (Pad Horapha) | 96.4 g | 69 g |
| Shrimp and Avocado Salad | 56.2 g | 64.7 g |
| Stir-fried Glass Noodles (Pad Woo Sen) | 53.2 g | 64.4 g |
| Thai Coconut Soup (Small) | 22 g | 63.8 g |
| Burmese Green Tea Salad | 80.1 g | 56.2 g |
| Pineapple Fried Rice | 35.4 g | 54.5 g |
| Shrimp Pad Thai | 70.6 g | 54.2 g |
| Chicken and Broccoli Noodles (Pad See Ew) | 54 g | 53.7 g |
| Chiang Mai Noodles with Shrimp (Kao Soi) | 113.9 g | 52.2 g |
| Vietnamese Noodle Soup with Chicken (Large) | 105.5 g | 45.4 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its outstanding food quality and fresh flavors, guests rave about the consistently tasty dishes that keep them planning their next visit. Reviewers highlight the welcoming service and intimate setting, praising the warm atmosphere that makes for a truly memorable dining experience.
Menu
To Share
- Malai Favorites Sampler - $18: Vietnamese Meatballs, Imperial Rolls, Chicken Satay, Ahi Tuna Spring Roll Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seared Ahi Tuna Spring Rolls - $14: 3 fresh rice paper salad rolls with lightly seared sushi grade ahi tuna, rice noodles, mint, cilantro, pickled bean sprouts, carrots, lettuce, green onions. served with nuoc mam and peanut sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Spring Rolls - $13: 3 fresh rice paper salad rolls with lemongrass broth-poached shrimp, rice noodles, mint, cilantro, pickled bean sprouts, carrots, lettuce, green onions. served with nuoc mam and peanut sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Chicken Satay - $10: 3 marinated sliced chicken breast skewers, garlic, coconut milk, turmeric, Red Boat, 5-spice, soy. served with peanut sauce and chili-shallot relish Dietary tags: Dairy-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Thai Tacos with Pork - $11: 3 crispy wonton shells, wok seared pulled pork, pickled bean sprouts, sriracha aioli, sliced jalapenos, thai basil, mint, cilantro Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Edamame - $8: steamed and tossed in a spicy seasoning blend, blistered red jalapeno Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ahi Tuna Tartare - $18: sushi grade ahi tuna, rice powder, kaffir lime, chilis, shallots, lemongrass, cilantro, mint, thai basil, green onion, cucumber, Red Boat, lime, avocado, wonton chips Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crab Dip - $17: jumbo lump crab, fresh coconut milk, egg, green onion, cilantro, green beans, chilies, yellow curry powder, shrimp chips Dietary tags: Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lemongrass Mussels - $17: Prince Edward Island mussels, thai coconut broth, white wine, butter, red jalapenos, tomatoes, lemongrass, garlic, thai chili, thai basil, grilled banh mi bread Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vietnamese Meatballs (Xiu Mai) - $11: 4 pork patties, shallots, scallions, black pepper, curry powder, Red Boat, honey, bibb lettuce, Vietnamese herbs, nuoc mam Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Imperial Rolls - $9: 4 fried rice paper rolls, ground pork, diced shrimp, onion, garlic, carrots, jicama, red jalapeno, cellophane noodles, sesame soy sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Thai Chicken Wings - $14: 4 jumbo whole wings, lemongrass-chili glaze, Red Boat, rice vinegar, garlic, sesame seeds Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shishito Peppers - $11: tempura battered and fried, lemon zest, himalayan pink salt, sweet chili dipping sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Crispy Beef Samosas - $13: 4 indian pastries, spiced beef, garlic, ginger, onion, mint, chilies, tamarind chutney, cilantro yogurt sauce Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Crispy Vegetable Samosas - $13: 4 indian pastries, spiced potato, peas, carrots, corn, onions, garlic, ginger, chilies, tamarind chutney, cilantro yogurt sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Specialties
- Banh Mi Vietnamese Sandwich - $15: vietnamese baguette, pickled carrots & daikon, cucumbers, sriracha aioli, cilantro. choice of protein: chicken, pork, ham, shrimp, tofu, or meatballs Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vietnamese Barbeque Pork Ribs - $25: grilled half rack, ginger soy glaze, green curry rice noodles, green papaya slaw, toasted sesame Available at: dinner, lunch
- Massaman Curry Lamb Shank - $25: slow braised Australian foreshank, peanut-tamarind massaman curry sauce, jasmine rice, soft boiled egg, thai eggplant, potato, carrots, onion, ginger, thai basil Available at: dinner, lunch
- North Atlantic Arctic Char - $26: 7-oz filet, garlic-shallot rub, sauteed snow peas, sweet soy glaze, brown rice Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Peanut-Encrusted Ruby Trout - $27: 10 oz filet, peanuts, lemon-tomato coconut sauce, green curry rice, citrus street salad Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seared Jumbo Georges Bank Sea Scallops - $30: 3 day boat scallops, pad thai (rice noodles, peanuts, tofu, egg, carrots, bean sprouts, tamarind sauce) Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chilean Sea Bass - $32: 7oz filet, garlic-lemongrass white wine broth, baby bok choy, rice noodles, cherry tomatoes, herbs, lime juice Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Red Curry Icelandic Cod - $26: oven roasted cod, red curry sauce, wok seared vegetables, seasoned jasmine rice Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Whole Fried Branzino - $33: 12-16oz whole fish, tamarind-soy moon sauce, jasmine rice, cucumber salad Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Today's Seasonal Feature: selection and preparation changes often Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Wok Fired Noodles
- Shrimp Pad Thai - $18: shrimp, egg, tofu, rice noodles, tamarind sauce, peanuts, carrots, green onions, bean sprouts Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Pad Thai - $18: chicken breast, egg, tofu, rice noodles, tamarind sauce, peanuts, carrots, green onions, bean sprouts Available at: dinner, lunch
- Stir-fried Glass Noodles (Pad Woo Sen) - $17: cellophane noodles, chicken, cherry tomatoes, bean sprouts, garlic sauce, egg, carrots, green onions, cilantro, bell peppers, Red Boat Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sweet and Sour Crispy Noodles (Mee Krob) - $17: wok-fried rice noodles, chicken, shrimp, egg, tofu, tomatoes, cucumbers, cilantro, dried chilies, tamarind soy, lettuce Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Drunken Noodles (Pad Kee Mow) - $19: house-made wide rice noodles, spicy soy, beef tenderloin, thai basil, tomatoes, onion, bell peppers, thai chilies, lettuce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken and Broccoli Noodles (Pad See Ew) - $18: house-made wide rice noodles, sweet soy, chicken, egg, broccoli, tomatoes, onion, garlic, bean sprouts, lettuce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Wok Fired Rice
- Spicy Basil Chicken (Pad Horapha) - $17: chicken breast, bell peppers, garlic soy, jasmine rice, tomatoes, thai basil, onions Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pineapple Fried Rice - $15: fried rice, pineapple, peanuts, cilantro, egg, green onions, carrots, bean sprouts, tomatoes, garlic-turmeric sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Basil Vegetable Fried Rice - $15: fried rice, vegetables, thai basil, soy, egg, green onions, carrots, bean sprouts, tomatoes, bell pepper, broccoli, shiitake mushrooms Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lemongrass Chicken (Ga Xao Sa) - $17: chicken breast, ginger, cherry tomatoes, lemongrass caramel sauce, jasmine rice, pickled bean sprouts, carrots, green onions, cilantro Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lemongrass Beef (Bo Xao Sa) - $19: beef tenderloin, ginger, cherry tomatoes, lemongrass caramel sauce, jasmine rice, pickled bean sprouts, carrots, green onions, cilantro Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bangkok Street Rice (Pad Grapao) - $17: minced pork, thai basil, jasmine rice, over-easy egg, carrots, tomatoes, onion, cilantro, thai chilies Available at: dinner, lunch
Curries
- Jungle Curry Hot Pot with Shrimp - $19: red curry (no coconut milk), shrimp, rice noodles, siamese watercress, red boat, lime juice, shiitake mushrooms, bell peppers Dietary tags: Dairy-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yellow Curry Bowl with Chicken (Gang Garee) - $19: yellow curry, chicken, pineapple, potatoes, cherry tomatoes, brown rice, bell peppers, carrots, onion, thai basil Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Iron Pot Green Curry Chicken - $19: green curry, chicken, thai eggplant, carrots, bell peppers, onion, thai basil. choice of jasmine rice, brown rice, or rice noodles Available at: dinner, lunch
- Panang Curry Bowl with Beef Tenderloin - $21: beef tenderloin, lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, peanuts, panang curry, bell peppers, apple eggplant, onions, potatoes. choice of jasmine or brown rice Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chiang Mai Noodles with Shrimp (Kao Soi) - $19: ginger-coriander coconut curry, shrimp, egg noodles, crispy egg noodles, bok choy, broccoli, green onion, cilantro, chili oil Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetarian Curry Pot with Tofu - $19: tofu, choice of red, green or yellow curry sauce, jasmine rice, brown rice, or rice noodles Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups
- Thai Coconut Soup (Small) - $10: coconut milk broth, chicken, beech mushrooms, bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, galangal, lemongrass, kaffir lime, green onions, cilantro Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, High-Fiber, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Thai Lemongrass Soup with Shrimp (Small) - $10: hot and sour lemongrass broth, shrimp, enoki and beech mushrooms, bell pepper, green onions, mint, jasmine rice Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sweet and Sour Vegetable Soup (Small) - $10: tomato and pineapple broth, peanuts, tofu, spinach, rice noodles, beech mushrooms, green onions, soy Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vietnamese Noodle Soup with Beef (Large) - $16: 12 hour beef bone broth, beef tenderloin, rice noodles, bean sprouts, green onions, herbs, hoisen, lime, jalapenos, chinese breadstick Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vietnamese Noodle Soup with Chicken (Large) - $16: chicken broth, pulled chicken breast, rice noodles, bean sprouts, green onions, herbs, hoisen, lime, jalapenos, chinese breadstick Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Green Papaya Salad - $14: green papaya, chilies, herbs, peanuts, candied bacon, carrots, tomato, green beans, bell pepper, mint, cilantro, thai basil, mango, Red Boat tamarind vinaigrette Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Burmese Green Tea Salad - $13: 5 types of burmese nuts, crispy carrots, fermented green tea dressing, napa cabbage, bibb lettuce, tomatoes, cilantro, dried shrimp, tea leaves, ginger, garlic, Red Boat Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp and Avocado Salad - $18: wok-seared shrimp, avocado, banh mi croutons, buttermilk coconut dressing, cucumbers, tomatoes, toasted coconut, white pepper Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vermicelli Salad with Lemongrass Chicken - $16: rice noodles, lemongrass chicken, peanuts, imperial roll, bibb lettuce, herbs, cucumber, bean sprouts, carrots, bell pepper, tomato, shallots, nuoc mam Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Crispy Roti - $5: flour, coconut oil, butter Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seasoned Shrimp Chips - $4: ground shrimp, tapioca flour, chili, garlic, coriander, salt Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wok Seared Vegetables - $7: broccoli, baby bok choy, carrots, onion, bell peppers, garlic soy Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Siamese Watercress - $7: bean sprouts, garlic, peanuts, Red Boat Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Simply Fried Rice - $6: egg, carrots, green onion, light soy Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Coconut Cream Pie - $10: coconut macaroon crust, coconut custard, meringue, tamarind-caramel, coconut gelato, mango Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC
- Banana Pot de Creme - $9: white chocolate and banana custard, caramelized banana, whipped cream, dark chocolate, roasted peanuts, sea salt Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Mango Sticky Rice Smash - $10: fresh mango, sticky rice, chili-rubbed rice crispy, pandan-infused coconut cream Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC
- Vietnamese Coffee Tiramisu - $11: lady fingers, cold brew, Kahlua, rum, condensed milk mousse, pandanus mascarpone, cacao Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Coconut Gelato - $8: coconut milk, condensed milk, cream, palm sugar, egg, coconut jellies, toasted coconut, mint Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
Beverages
- Thai Iced Tea - $4.5
- Iced Vietnamese Coffee - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Sugar Cane Juice - $7: house pressed with ginger and lime Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal, Juice-Cleanse
- Malaysian Martini - $14: Planteray rum, Goslings dark rum, Aperol, pineapple, passion fruit, lime, mint Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Bia Hoi - $6: Vietnamese rice lager, abv 4% Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
Frequently Asked Questions about Malai Kitchen
- Is Malai Kitchen dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Malai Kitchen has 13 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Simply Fried Rice, Pineapple Fried Rice and Siamese Watercress.
- What can I eat at Malai Kitchen on a dairy-free diet?
- Simply Fried Rice, Pineapple Fried Rice and Siamese Watercress carry the dairy-free tag, out of 13 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Malai Kitchen have vegan options?
- Yes. 9 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Siamese Watercress and Edamame.
- Is Malai Kitchen 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 Malai Kitchen?
- Sweet and Sour Crispy Noodles (Mee Krob), at roughly 93.1g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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