Soi 38 – Thai
Stepping into Soi 38 feels like being transported to the heart of a vibrant Bangkok night market, where the air is thick with the intoxicating scent of charcoal smoke and aromatic Thai spices. Sizzling grills turn out succulent skewers of coconut-marinated pork and sun-dried beef, while zesty salads and delicate chive cakes offer a masterclass in the balance of sweet, sour, and fiery heat. It is a high-energy sanctuary of authentic street flavors, where every bite of crispy shrimp or tender grilled prawns celebrates the bold, soul-warming spirit of traditional Thai cooking.
2101, L Street Northwest, Washington, DC, 20037-1271 +12025589215 http://www.soi38dc.com/0Cuisine: Thai
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, glp1, 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, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Soi 38
Dairy-Free at Soi 38
Soi 38 in Washington has 23 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pad Khing (Shrimp), Fresh Ginger Eggplant and Yum Talay. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Soi 38
Soi 38 in Washington has 14 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pad Khing (Shrimp), Yum Talay and Pla Pao. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Soi 38
Soi 38 in Washington has 38 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pad Thai (Shrimp), Pad Thai (Seafood) and Pad See Eew (Shrimp). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Soi 38
Soi 38 in Washington has 8 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Som Tum, Yum Talay and Tom Yum Goong (Small Bowl). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Soi 38
Soi 38 in Washington has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Voss (Still or Sparkling). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Soi 38
Soi 38 in Washington has 4 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fresh Ginger Eggplant, Yum Talay and Voss (Still or Sparkling). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Soi 38
Soi 38 in Washington has 12 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fresh Ginger Eggplant, Poh Pia Tod and Jasmine, Natural Brown, or Sticky Rice. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Soi 38
Soi 38 in Washington has 16 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fresh Ginger Eggplant, Ice Cream and Kluay Roti. 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 Soi 38
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Kanom Jeeb | 35.5 g | 78.1 g |
| Tom Ka Gai (Small Bowl) | 22.1 g | 74.8 g |
| Tom Ka Gai (Hot Pot) | 22.1 g | 74.8 g |
| Som Tum | 54.8 g | 51.1 g |
| Yum Talay | 13.4 g | 48.7 g |
| Tom Yum Goong (Small Bowl) | 25.3 g | 42.3 g |
| Tom Yum Goong (Hot Pot) | 25.3 g | 42.3 g |
| Yum Goong Fu | 44 g | 35.2 g |
| Gaeng Hang Lay | 83.3 g | 34.2 g |
| Yum Ped Yang | 39 g | 31.1 g |
| Pad Thai (Shrimp) | 53.9 g | 28.2 g |
| Khao Pad (Shrimp) | 33.7 g | 24.1 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Appetizers
- Goong Pao - $12: grilled shrimp, fresh chili and lime sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nua Dadd Deaw - $14: fried sun-dried beef, spicy Sriracha sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Satay - $14: grilled chicken, white toast, Thai peanut sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Moo Yang Kati Sod - $16: grilled marinated pork belly, fresh chili and lime sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tofu Tod - $10: crispy fried tofu, peanuts, sweet and sour sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kanom Jeeb - $14: steamed dumplings with crabmeat, shrimp, chicken, water chestnuts Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kor Moo Yang - $14: grilled pork neck, fresh chili and lime sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gui Chai - $12: crispy garlic chive rice cakes with sweet soy sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Yum Goong Fu - $14: fried chopped shrimp, roasted cashews, red onions, chili, lime juice, fresh juilienned mango Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Larb - $12: minced chicken or tofu, rice powder, scallions, fresh mint, red onions, Thai chili, fresh lime juice Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Som Tum - $12: green papaya, dried shrimp, string beans, cherry tomatoes, peanuts Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yum Ped Yang - $14: roasted duck, lettuce, carrots, onions, scallions, celery, Thai chili, spicy lime juice, Sriracha sauce Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yum Talay - $16: shrimp, scallop, squid, onions, scallions, carrots, celery, Thai chili, fresh lime juice Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Low-Fat, GLP-1, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, Alkaline, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Rolls
- Ped Roti - $16: slow-roasted duck, cucumber, scallions, roti shell Available at: dinner, lunch
- Poh Pia Tod - $10: crispy spring roll, fresh veggies, mushrooms Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kuay Tiew Lui Suan - $10: rice paper roll, minced shrimp and chicken, carrots, cucumber, fresh basil Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups
- Tom Yum Goong (Small Bowl) - $12: spicy lemongrass soup, shrimp, kaffir-lime leaves, fresh mushrooms, roasted chili paste Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tom Yum Goong (Hot Pot) - $26: spicy lemongrass soup, shrimp, kaffir-lime leaves, fresh mushrooms, roasted chili paste Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tom Ka Gai (Small Bowl) - $10: coconut milk soup, chicken, galangal, kaffir-lime leaves, fresh mushrooms, roasted chili paste Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tom Ka Gai (Hot Pot) - $24: coconut milk soup, chicken, galangal, kaffir-lime leaves, fresh mushrooms, roasted chili paste Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Pla Pao: Thai style grilled catch of the day, lemongrass, fresh chili-lime sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pla Neung Manow: steamed catch of the day, lemongrass, fresh chili, garlic, spicy lime sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pla Rad Prik: fried catch of the day, Thai spicy chili sauce, jasmine rice Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ped Aob Nam Pueng - $24: honey-roasted duck, fresh ginger sauce, Chinese broccoli Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ped Krob Kra Prow - $24: crispy roasted duck, Thai basil, fresh chili, garlic sauce Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gaeng Hang Lay - $20: slow-roasted pork belly, hang lay curry, fresh ginger, peanuts, sticky rice Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seua Rong Hai - $24: grilled flank steak, spicy green papaya salad, sticky rice, fresh chili-lime sauce Dietary tags: Low-Fat, GERD-Friendly Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pad Cha Talay - $22: shrimp, scallop, squid, mussel, young peppercorns, Thai basil, rhizome, red chili sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pik Kuar - $20: crispy shrimp, Thai chili, fresh garlic, scallions, bell peppers Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kana Moo Krob - $18: flash-fried pork belly, Chinese broccoli, garlic, oyster sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kua Kling - $18: southern style dried curry of Thailand, ground pork, fresh chili, lemongrass, garlic Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Som Tum Gai Yang - $18: herb-grilled chicken, spicy green papaya salad, sticky rice Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Khao Pad Pu - $24: jumbo lump crabmeat fried rice, egg, onions, scallions Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Khao Pad Sapparod - $20: pineapple fried rice, shrimp, cashews, carrots, egg, scallions served in a pineapple shell Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pad Med Mamuang - $19: stir-fried cashews, bell peppers, onions, water chestnuts, light brown sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Khao Soi - $20: chicken legs, egg noodles, khao soi curry, pickled mustard greens Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kha Moo - $20: stewed pork leg, Chinese broccoli, pickled mustard greens, chili-garlic vinegar sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
Night Market Eats
- Pad Thai (Chicken/Tofu/Veg) - $18: stir-fried thin rice noodles, egg, bean sprouts, bean curd, scallions, crushed peanuts Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pad Thai (Shrimp) - $20: stir-fried thin rice noodles, egg, bean sprouts, bean curd, scallions, crushed peanuts Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pad Thai (Seafood) - $22: stir-fried thin rice noodles, egg, bean sprouts, bean curd, scallions, crushed peanuts Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pad See Eew (Chicken/Tofu/Veg) - $18: stir-fried wide rice noodles, Chinese broccoli, egg, sweet soy sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pad See Eew (Shrimp) - $20: stir-fried wide rice noodles, Chinese broccoli, egg, sweet soy sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kuay Tiew Kee Mao (Chicken/Tofu) - $18: stir-fried wide rice noodles, onions, bell peppers, tomatoes, Thai basil, fresh chili Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kuay Tiew Kee Mao (Shrimp) - $20: stir-fried wide rice noodles, onions, bell peppers, tomatoes, Thai basil, fresh chili Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kuay Tiew Kee Mao (Seafood) - $22: stir-fried wide rice noodles, onions, bell peppers, tomatoes, Thai basil, fresh chili Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Khao Pad (Chicken/Tofu/Veg) - $17: stir-fried jasmine rice, egg, onions, scallions, tomatoes Available at: dinner, lunch
- Khao Pad (Shrimp) - $20: stir-fried jasmine rice, egg, onions, scallions, tomatoes Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Khao Pad (Seafood) - $22: stir-fried jasmine rice, egg, onions, scallions, tomatoes Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Khao Pad Kee Mao (Chicken/Tofu) - $17: Sriracha fried rice, Thai basil, bell peppers, fresh chili, garlic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Khao Pad Kee Mao (Shrimp) - $20: Sriracha fried rice, Thai basil, bell peppers, fresh chili, garlic Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kra Prow (Minced Chicken/Tofu) - $17: Thai chili, garlic, bell peppers, fresh basil Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kra Prow (Shrimp) - $20: Thai chili, garlic, bell peppers, fresh basil Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Panang (Chicken/Tofu) - $17: panang curry, fresh chili, kaffir lime leaves Available at: dinner, lunch
- Panang (Grilled Shrimp) - $20: panang curry, fresh chili, kaffir lime leaves Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gaeng Kiew Wan (Chicken/Tofu/Veg) - $17: green curry, eggplant, bamboo shoots, Thai chili, fresh basil Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gaeng Kiew Wan (Shrimp) - $20: green curry, eggplant, bamboo shoots, Thai chili, fresh basil Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pad Khing (Chicken/Tofu/Veg) - $17: fresh young ginger, mushrooms, onions, scallions, carrots, bell peppers Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pad Khing (Shrimp) - $20: fresh young ginger, mushrooms, onions, scallions, carrots, bell peppers Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Jasmine, Natural Brown, or Sticky Rice - $4 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steamed Noodles - $6 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, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- 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
- Sesame Chinese Broccoli - $12 Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fresh Ginger Eggplant - $12 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, 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
Desserts
- Khao Neaw Mamuang - $12: fresh mango, sweet sticky rice, coconut milk Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic
- Kluay Roti - $10: fresh banana, fried roti, condensed milk Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Kluay Tod - $10: fried banana, coconut flake, honey, sesame Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Ice Cream - $10: homemade coconut, ginger, mango, green tea Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Beverages
- Thai Iced Tea - $5: Thai tea paste, cream, with or without Thai chili honey
- Thai Iced Coffee - $5: Thai coffee paste, cream, black coffee Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Lime Coconut Fizz - $5: fresh lime, housemade coconut orgeat syrup, pineapple syrup, soda water Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Cholesterol
- Lime Ginger Fizz - $5: fresh lime, housemade ginger spiced syrup, lemongrass syrup, soda water Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Cholesterol
- Lemon Lemongrass Fizz - $5: fresh lemon, housemade lemongrass syrup, soda water Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Fresh Brewed Iced Tea - $4: black tea freshly brewed every day
- Voss (Still or Sparkling) - $7 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Hot Tea - $4: jasmine, green, herbal decaf, or black teas
- Fresh Brewed Coffee - $4: fresh roasted colombian coffee in regular or decaf
- Singha Draft: Thailand’s favorite beer on draft, a pale lager Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal
- Thai Manhattan: rittenhouse rye, pu’erh tea infused sweet vermouth, chili aromatic bitters Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Singapore Sling: beefeater gin, luxardo cherry, benedictine, clarified lime chili aromatic bitters, sloe gin, pineapple juice
Frequently Asked Questions about Soi 38
- Is Soi 38 dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Soi 38 has 23 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pad Khing (Shrimp), Fresh Ginger Eggplant and Yum Talay.
- What can I eat at Soi 38 on a dairy-free diet?
- Pad Khing (Shrimp), Fresh Ginger Eggplant and Yum Talay 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 Soi 38 have vegan options?
- Yes. 12 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Fresh Ginger Eggplant and Poh Pia Tod.
- Is Soi 38 gluten-free?
- 14 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 Soi 38?
- Kanom Jeeb, at roughly 78.1g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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