Sawatdee – Thai
Sawatdee invites guests into a vibrant sanctuary where the sizzle of flame-kissed satay and the bright, citrusy aroma of fresh papaya salad fill the air. The kitchen masterfully balances texture and heat, offering everything from the delicate, savory pleats of handmade dumplings to the golden, shattering crunch of spring rolls. It is a warm and inviting space where traditional flavors are elevated by artistry, creating a dining experience that feels both comforting and adventurous.
2250 Clarendon Boulevard, Arlington, Virginia 22201 https://sawatdeeva.com/Rating: 1/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Thai
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Sawatdee
Dairy-Free at Sawatdee
Sawatdee in Arlington has 23 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Red Curry (Chicken/Pork/Tofu), Roti and Steamed White Rice. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Sawatdee
Sawatdee in Arlington has 11 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Steamed White Rice, Sundried Beef and Yum Ner (Spicy Beef Salad). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Sawatdee
Sawatdee in Arlington has 26 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Thai Custard with Sweet Sticky Rice, Ice Cream and Roti. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Sawatdee
Sawatdee in Arlington has 4 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Drunken Noodle (Chicken/Pork/Tofu), Yum Ta-Lay (Spicy Seafood Salad) and Mango Chicken. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Sawatdee
Sawatdee in Arlington has 3 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Duck Kra-Pao, Tom-Kha Soup (Chicken) and Yum Ta-Lay (Spicy Seafood Salad). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Sawatdee
Sawatdee in Arlington has 4 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Duck Kra-Pao, Tom-Kha Soup (Chicken) and Yum Ta-Lay (Spicy Seafood Salad). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Sawatdee
Sawatdee in Arlington has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Steamed White Rice. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Sawatdee
Sawatdee in Arlington has 13 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Roti, Steamed White Rice and Curry Puff (Vegetable). 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 Sawatdee
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Sukhothai Noodle Soup | 83.9 g | 96.2 g |
| Chicken Satay with steamed rice | 42.1 g | 57.5 g |
| Tom-Kha Soup (Chicken) | 0.4 g | 52.6 g |
| Sawatdee Seafood | 10.5 g | 48.7 g |
| Duck Noodle Soup | 33 g | 42.7 g |
| Fried Chicken with steamed rice | 41.4 g | 41.3 g |
| Veggie Pot Stickers | 49.7 g | 41 g |
| Larb Chicken | 52 g | 32.6 g |
| Papaya Salad | 58 g | 30.4 g |
| Yum Ner (Spicy Beef Salad) | 7.3 g | 29.7 g |
| Yum Ta-Lay (Spicy Seafood Salad) | 2.8 g | 29.5 g |
| Fried shrimp with steamed rice | 41.6 g | 28.1 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:30 AM - 10:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its historical reputation and visually stunning presentations, guests highlight the Pad Thai as a central menu item that captures the eye. While recent diners note an exceptionally bold and vinegar-forward flavor profile,
Menu
Appetizers
- Sa-Tay (4) - $12: Grilled tender pieces of skewered chicken served with peanut sauce, cucumber sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veggie Spring Rolls (3) - $10.5: Spring rolls deep-fried and served with special sweet and sour sauce on the side Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veggie Pot Stickers - $10: Wheat flour, soybean protein, cabbage, onion, potato vermicelli, leek, green onion Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ka-Nom-Jeeb (Dumplings) (5) - $12: Combination of minced chicken and shrimp, water chestnuts wrapped in wonton skin, served with chef's special sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Duck Roll - $14.25: Sliced deep-fried duck, cucumber, green onions, mustard, bell peppers and plum sauce wrapped with crispy roti Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tofu-Tod - $10.25: Deep-fried tofu served with sweet and sour sauce and crushed peanuts on top Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sesame Green Beans - $11.5: Deep fried green beans served with chef's special dipping sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, South-Beach, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ner-Yang - $17.25: Grilled sliced tender beef served with spicy dipping sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Calamari - $17.25: Served with sweet and sour sauce on the side Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Papaya Salad - $13: Julienne green papaya, roasted peanuts, green beans and tomato in a spicy lime juice Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kao-Klook (Spicy Coconut Rice) - $15.5: Coconut rice with combination of ground pork and shrimp, peanuts, ginger, scallion and cilantro mixed into a spicy lime sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sundried Beef - $17: Beef deep fried and served with spicy hot dipping sauce Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Summer Rolls - $11: Ground chicken, basil leaves, lettuce, thin rice noodle, bean sprouts, cucumber, spring onion wrapped in rice paper Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Chicken Wing - $12: Deep fried chicken wing, served with sweet and sour sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Curry Puff (Vegetable) - $10.25: Deep Fried pasty puff stuffed with sweet potato and special blend of Thai curry seasoning Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Curry Puff (Chicken) - $11.5: Deep Fried pasty puff stuffed with chicken, sweet potato and special blend of Thai curry seasoning Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yum Woon Sen (Spicy Bean Thread Salad) - $15.5: Bean thread noodle mixed with ground chicken and shrimp, cilantro, green onion, red onion and chili pepper in lime juice Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yum Ner (Spicy Beef Salad) - $17.25: Grilled sliced beef mixed with lime juice, chili, tomato, red onion, cilantro Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yum Ta-Lay (Spicy Seafood Salad) - $17.25: Shrimp, scallop and squid mixed with lime juice, fresh chili peppers, green onion, red onion and cilantro Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Atkins, South-Beach, Alkaline, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Larb Chicken - $13.25: Chopped chicken mixed with lime juice, ground chili, red onion Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Soup
- Tom-Yum Soup (Tofu) - $9.75: Tomatoes, mushrooms in a spicy lime and lemongrass broth topped with cilantro Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tom-Yum Soup (Shrimp) - $11.5: Shrimp, tomatoes, mushrooms in a spicy lime and lemongrass broth topped with cilantro Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wonton Soup - $9.75: Minced pork and shrimp wrapped in wonton skin with napa in clear broth topped with scallions Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tom-Kha Soup (Chicken) - $11: Chicken, mushroom in spicy lemongrass, galangal, dried hot peppers and coconut milk broth Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Atkins, South-Beach, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Duck Kra-Pao - $25: Crispy fried boneless duck topped with spicy basil sauce, onions and bell peppers Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Goong Klur - $24.75: Deep fried shrimp, stir fried with spicy garlic, scallions and bell peppers Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kai Klur Fried Rice - $22: Deep-fried white meat chicken stir fried with spicy garlic sauce over fried rice with egg Available at: dinner, lunch
- Angel Eggplant - $21.25: Deep fried eggplant topped with stir fried ground chicken, bell peppers, carrots, green bean and spicy basil sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Pepper Steak - $24: Sautéed marinated slice beef with bell peppers, onions, shitake mushrooms, scallions, and young peppercorn Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sawatdee Seafood - $28: Sautéed shrimp, squid, and scallops with shitake mushrooms, bamboo shoot, celery and mixed vegetables Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Alkaline, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Moo Yang (Marinated grilled pork) - $18: Grilled piece of pork served with sticky rice and spicy dipping sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy whole fish (Tilapia) - $29: Choice of Chili basil sauce or Garlic sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kana Crispy Pork - $22.5: Stir fried Chinese broccoli with crispy pork belly in black bean sauce and hot chili pepper Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mango Chicken - $20.75: Deep fried chicken breast stir fried with mango sauce, cashew nuts and bell peppers Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crab Meat Fried Rice - $30: Stir-fried rice with jumbo lump crabmeat, egg, scallion, tomato and onion Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pad Ginger (Chicken/Pork/Tofu) - $18.5: Choice of meat sautéed with fresh ginger, black fungus, white onion, green onion in black bean sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pad-Ga-Pow (Chicken/Pork/Tofu) - $18.5: Choice of meat sautéed with chili peppers, bell peppers, garlic, and fresh basil leaves Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lemon Chicken - $18.5: Crispy fried chicken breast topped with chef's special lemon sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Curry
- Red Curry (Chicken/Pork/Tofu) - $19: Red curry paste cooked with coconut milk, bamboo shoot, red bell pepper, eggplants, and basil leaves Dietary tags: Dairy-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Green Curry (Chicken/Pork/Tofu) - $19: Green curry paste cooked with coconut milk, bamboo shoot, red bell pepper, eggplants, basil leaves and green beans Dietary tags: Dairy-Free, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Panang (Chicken/Pork/Tofu) - $19: Choice of meat sautéed with panang curry paste in coconut milk Dietary tags: Dairy-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yellow Curry Chicken with Roti - $22: Dark meat chicken and potatoes marinated in spicy yellow curry and coconut milk served with a side of crispy roti Dietary tags: Dairy-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Duck Curry - $27.5: Sliced roasted duck in red curry paste cooked with coconut milk, tomatoes, basil leaves, pineapple Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Rice and Noodles
- Sukhothai Noodle Soup - $18: Rice noodles, fish ball, ground chicken, bean sprout, green bean, crushed peanut, crispy wonton in a spicy lime broth Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Boat Noodle Soup (Pork) - $18: Thin noodles with meat ball, sliced pork, cilantro in a special Thai herb broth Available at: dinner, lunch
- Duck Noodle Soup - $18.5: Rice noodles with duck meat, cilantro, spring onion, bean sprout, crush garlic Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pad Thai Noodle (Chicken/Pork/Tofu) - $18.5: Stir fried rice noodle with choice of meat, bean sprouts, scallions, and eggs Available at: dinner, lunch
- Drunken Noodle (Chicken/Pork/Tofu) - $18.5: Choice of meat stir fried with fresh wide noodle, onions, hot chili peppers, basil leaves, bell peppers Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
Kid Menu
- Kid Fried Rice - $9: Rice with mince chicken, egg, carrot Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Satay with steamed rice - $11.5 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Chicken with steamed rice - $11.5 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried shrimp with steamed rice - $12.75 Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Fried Bananas - $8.25 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Thai Custard with Sweet Sticky Rice - $10.75 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Mango with Sweet Sticky Rice - $12 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic
- Fried Bananas with Coconut Ice Cream - $14 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Ice Cream - $7.75: Coconut or Vanilla Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Sides
- Roti - $4 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Brown Rice - $4.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steamed White Rice - $3.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Rice - $7 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steamed Mixed Vegetables - $8.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Peanut Sauce (8 oz.) - $9.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Macrobiotic
Beverages
- Soda (can) - $3.25: Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, Ginger Ale, Orange Soda Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, TLC
- Thai Iced Tea - $5.25
- Thai Iced Coffee - $5.25 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Sparkling Water - $5.75
Frequently Asked Questions about Sawatdee
- Is Sawatdee dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Sawatdee has 23 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Red Curry (Chicken/Pork/Tofu), Roti and Steamed White Rice.
- What can I eat at Sawatdee on a dairy-free diet?
- Red Curry (Chicken/Pork/Tofu), Roti and Steamed White Rice carry the dairy-free tag, out of 23 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Sawatdee have vegan options?
- Yes. 13 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Roti and Steamed White Rice.
- Is Sawatdee gluten-free?
- 11 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 Sawatdee?
- Sukhothai Noodle Soup, at roughly 96.2g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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