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: low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, high-protein, nut-free, keto, pescatarian, diabetic, heart-healthy, plant-based, low-fat, sugar-free, mediterranean, whole30, paleo, anti-inflammatory, south-beach, clean-eating, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, atkins, gerd, weight-watchers, raw-food, volumetrics, tlc, detox, alkaline, low-fodmap, renal, mayo-clinic, pegan, macrobiotic, slow-carb, candida
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 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Dairy-Free, Atkins
- 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, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol
- Veggie Pot Stickers - $10: Wheat flour, soybean protein, cabbage, onion, potato vermicelli, leek, green onion Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol
- Ka-Nom-Jeeb (Dumplings) (5) - $12: Combination of minced chicken and shrimp, water chestnuts wrapped in wonton skin, served with chef's special sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Duck Roll - $14.25: Sliced deep-fried duck, cucumber, green onions, mustard, bell peppers and plum sauce wrapped with crispy roti Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Tofu-Tod - $10.25: Deep-fried tofu served with sweet and sour sauce and crushed peanuts on top Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol
- Sesame Green Beans - $11.5: Deep fried green beans served with chef's special dipping sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber
- Ner-Yang - $17.25: Grilled sliced tender beef served with spicy dipping sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Atkins, South-Beach
- Fried Calamari - $17.25: Served with sweet and sour sauce on the side Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Papaya Salad - $13: Julienne green papaya, roasted peanuts, green beans and tomato in a spicy lime juice Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Pegan
- 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 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free
- Sundried Beef - $17: Beef deep fried and served with spicy hot dipping sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Atkins
- Summer Rolls - $11: Ground chicken, basil leaves, lettuce, thin rice noodle, bean sprouts, cucumber, spring onion wrapped in rice paper Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic
- Fried Chicken Wing - $12: Deep fried chicken wing, served with sweet and sour sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Curry Puff (Vegetable) - $10.25: Deep Fried pasty puff stuffed with sweet potato and special blend of Thai curry seasoning Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol
- Curry Puff (Chicken) - $11.5: Deep Fried pasty puff stuffed with chicken, sweet potato and special blend of Thai curry seasoning Dietary tags: Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- 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: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Low-Fat, Volumetrics
- Yum Ner (Spicy Beef Salad) - $17.25: Grilled sliced beef mixed with lime juice, chili, tomato, red onion, cilantro Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Atkins, South-Beach
- 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, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Volumetrics, Detox, Candida
- Larb Chicken - $13.25: Chopped chicken mixed with lime juice, ground chili, red onion Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Slow-Carb, Candida
Soup
- Tom-Yum Soup (Tofu) - $9.75: Tomatoes, mushrooms in a spicy lime and lemongrass broth topped with cilantro Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic
- Tom-Yum Soup (Shrimp) - $11.5: Shrimp, tomatoes, mushrooms in a spicy lime and lemongrass broth topped with cilantro Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Slow-Carb, Candida
- Wonton Soup - $9.75: Minced pork and shrimp wrapped in wonton skin with napa in clear broth topped with scallions Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Volumetrics
- Tom-Kha Soup (Chicken) - $11: Chicken, mushroom in spicy lemongrass, galangal, dried hot peppers and coconut milk broth Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Atkins, Volumetrics
Main Courses
- Duck Kra-Pao - $25: Crispy fried boneless duck topped with spicy basil sauce, onions and bell peppers Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Goong Klur - $24.75: Deep fried shrimp, stir fried with spicy garlic, scallions and bell peppers Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Kai Klur Fried Rice - $22: Deep-fried white meat chicken stir fried with spicy garlic sauce over fried rice with egg Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Angel Eggplant - $21.25: Deep fried eggplant topped with stir fried ground chicken, bell peppers, carrots, green bean and spicy basil sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, High-Fiber
- Beef Pepper Steak - $24: Sautéed marinated slice beef with bell peppers, onions, shitake mushrooms, scallions, and young peppercorn Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Atkins
- Sawatdee Seafood - $28: Sautéed shrimp, squid, and scallops with shitake mushrooms, bamboo shoot, celery and mixed vegetables Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic
- Moo Yang (Marinated grilled pork) - $18: Grilled piece of pork served with sticky rice and spicy dipping sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Crispy whole fish (Tilapia) - $29: Choice of Chili basil sauce or Garlic sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Kana Crispy Pork - $22.5: Stir fried Chinese broccoli with crispy pork belly in black bean sauce and hot chili pepper Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Atkins
- Mango Chicken - $20.75: Deep fried chicken breast stir fried with mango sauce, cashew nuts and bell peppers Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free
- Crab Meat Fried Rice - $30: Stir-fried rice with jumbo lump crabmeat, egg, scallion, tomato and onion Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Pad Ginger (Chicken/Pork/Tofu) - $18.5: Choice of meat sautéed with fresh ginger, black fungus, white onion, green onion in black bean sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Pad-Ga-Pow (Chicken/Pork/Tofu) - $18.5: Choice of meat sautéed with chili peppers, bell peppers, garlic, and fresh basil leaves Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Lemon Chicken - $18.5: Crispy fried chicken breast topped with chef's special lemon sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
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: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- 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: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Panang (Chicken/Pork/Tofu) - $19: Choice of meat sautéed with panang curry paste in coconut milk Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free
- 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: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Duck Curry - $27.5: Sliced roasted duck in red curry paste cooked with coconut milk, tomatoes, basil leaves, pineapple Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
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-Protein, Dairy-Free
- Boat Noodle Soup (Pork) - $18: Thin noodles with meat ball, sliced pork, cilantro in a special Thai herb broth Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Volumetrics
- Duck Noodle Soup - $18.5: Rice noodles with duck meat, cilantro, spring onion, bean sprout, crush garlic Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, Volumetrics
- Pad Thai Noodle (Chicken/Pork/Tofu) - $18.5: Stir fried rice noodle with choice of meat, bean sprouts, scallions, and eggs Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free
- 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, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
Kid Menu
- Kid Fried Rice - $9: Rice with mince chicken, egg, carrot Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Chicken Satay with steamed rice - $11.5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free
- Fried Chicken with steamed rice - $11.5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Fried shrimp with steamed rice - $12.75 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Desserts
- Fried Bananas - $8.25 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Thai Custard with Sweet Sticky Rice - $10.75 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Mango with Sweet Sticky Rice - $12 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol
- Fried Bananas with Coconut Ice Cream - $14 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol
- Ice Cream - $7.75: Coconut or Vanilla Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Sides
- Roti - $4 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic
- Brown Rice - $4.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic
- Steamed White Rice - $3.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, TLC, Renal, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic
- Fried Rice - $7 Dietary tags: Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Steamed Mixed Vegetables - $8.5 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida
- Peanut Sauce (8 oz.) - $9.5
Beverages
- Soda (can) - $3.25: Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, Ginger Ale, Orange Soda
- Thai Iced Tea - $5.25
- Thai Iced Coffee - $5.25
- Sparkling Water - $5.75