Thai Chef – Thai
This vibrant culinary destination hums with the energy of a Thai night market, where the air is perfumed with the smoky aroma of grilled pork shoulder and the enticing sizzle of golden-fried appetizers. The kitchen orchestrates a playful parade of textures and bold spices, from the delicate crunch of rocket shrimp and "after school" wontons to the complex, herbal heat of authentic Lanna sausage. It is a spirited space that celebrates the art of the shared plate, inviting diners to linger over savory dumplings and fragrant curry puffs in a setting that feels both modern and deeply rooted in tradition.
29 Maryland Avenue, Rockville MD 20850 https://thaichefdmv.com/Rating: 5/5 (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, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Thai Chef
Dairy-Free at Thai Chef
Thai Chef in Rockville has 16 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Main Dish 2, Dessert 2 and Crispy Spring Roll. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Thai Chef
Thai Chef in Rockville has 8 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Main Dish 2, Main Dish 3 and Grilled Shrimp Add-on. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Thai Chef
Thai Chef in Rockville has 18 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Papaya Salad, Main Dish 2 and Dessert 2. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Thai Chef
Thai Chef in Rockville has 2 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Curry Puff and Grilled Shrimp Add-on. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Thai Chef
Thai Chef in Rockville has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Grilled Shrimp Add-on. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Thai Chef
Thai Chef in Rockville has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Grilled Shrimp Add-on. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Thai Chef
Thai Chef in Rockville has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Grilled Shrimp Add-on. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Thai Chef
Thai Chef in Rockville has 14 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Main Dish 2, Dessert 2 and Crispy Spring Roll. 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 Thai Chef
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Grilled Shrimp Add-on | 0.3 g | 38.5 g |
| Curry Puff | 0 g | 37.2 g |
| Papaya Salad | 58 g | 30.4 g |
| Crispy Spring Roll | 86 g | 23.8 g |
| Weeping Tiger Steak Salad | 90.7 g | 17.4 g |
| Garlic Chive Cake | 1 g | 8.4 g |
| Main Dish 2 | 50.3 g | 3.6 g |
| Grilled Pork Shoulder | 20.3 g | 3.4 g |
| Main Dish 4 | 47.9 g | 3.4 g |
| Dessert 2 | 47.9 g | 3.4 g |
| Dessert 3 | 47.9 g | 3.4 g |
| Main Dish 3 | 53.9 g | 2.9 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Sunday - Thursday
- 11:30 AM - 9:30 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 11:30 AM - 10:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its impressive food quality and exceptionally fresh ingredients, guests consistently praise the welcoming service that ensures a satisfying dining experience from start to finish. Reviewers highlight the pleasant environment and inviting atmosphere, noting that the combination of attentive care and high-quality flavors makes it a standout choice for those seeking a reliable and enjoyable meal.
Menu
Small Bites
- Koki Calamari - $9: crispy fried calamari rings, coated w/ our signature TC’s essence | sriracha aioli | substitute tofu available Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Pork Shoulder - $11: Juicilicious char-grilled pork shoulder sided w/ fresh cucumber relish & chili-tamarind sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Lanna Sausage - $11: Northern Thai style grilled lemongrass pork sausage with aromatic herb & spices sided w/ fresh ginger, cucumber relish & cilantro Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Volumetrics, AIP, Renal, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- After School Wonton - $8: crab stick & cream cheese wonton w/ homemade sweet & sour sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rocket Shrimp - $9: whole shrimp and minced chicken wrapped in spring roll skin sided w/ homemade sweet & sour sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Spring Roll - $7: vegetable stuffing, sided w/ sweet & sour sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Thai Chef Chicken Wings - $11: wings w/ our peppery-garlic rubs | chili-tamarind dipping sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork & Crab Dumpling - $8: bangkok chinatown classic steamed dumpling (pork, crabmeat & shrimp) sided with sweet chili soy sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Satay - $8: malay’s style grilled chicken on skewers | curried peanut sauce & fresh cucumber relish Available at: dinner, lunch
- Curry Puff - $8: homemade curried potato & veggie empanadas, sided with fresh cucumber relish & red chili Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garlic Chive Cake - $8: deep fried cubic garlic chive cakes, sided w/ spicy sweet chili soy sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Weeping Tiger Steak Salad - $12: grilled steak tossed w/ fresh lime juice, dry chili, fish sauce, red onion, cilantro, mint, scallion & toasted rice powder Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Papaya Salad - $9: a.k.a. som tam; smashed garlic & bird-eye chili, string bean, tomato, fresh lime juice, fish sauce, tamarind juice, peanut & palm sugar Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Sticky Rice - $3 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, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Shrimp Add-on - $3 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free
Main Courses
- Main Dish 1 - $6: This is your dish description. Include an overview of your ingredients, dietary notes, and other relevant info. 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, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Main Dish 2 - $10: This is your dish description. Include an overview of your ingredients, dietary notes, and other relevant info. 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, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Main Dish 3 - $8: This is your dish description. Include an overview of your ingredients, dietary notes, and other relevant info. 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, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Main Dish 4 - $13: This is your dish description. Include an overview of your ingredients, dietary notes, and other relevant info. 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, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Main Dish 5 - $15: This is your dish description. Include an overview of your ingredients, dietary notes, and other relevant info. 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, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Main Dish 6 - $9: This is your dish description. Include an overview of your ingredients, dietary notes, and other relevant info. 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, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Dessert 1 - $6: This is your dish description. Include an overview of your ingredients, dietary notes, and other relevant info. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Dessert 2 - $12: This is your dish description. Include an overview of your ingredients, dietary notes, and other relevant info. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Dessert 3 - $13: This is your dish description. Include an overview of your ingredients, dietary notes, and other relevant info. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Dessert 4 - $5: This is your dish description. Include an overview of your ingredients, dietary notes, and other relevant info. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Dessert 5 - $9: This is your dish description. Include an overview of your ingredients, dietary notes, and other relevant info. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Dessert 6 - $10: This is your dish description. Include an overview of your ingredients, dietary notes, and other relevant info. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
Frequently Asked Questions about Thai Chef
- Is Thai Chef dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Thai Chef has 16 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Main Dish 2, Dessert 2 and Crispy Spring Roll.
- What can I eat at Thai Chef on a dairy-free diet?
- Main Dish 2, Dessert 2 and Crispy Spring Roll carry the dairy-free tag, out of 16 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Thai Chef have vegan options?
- Yes. 14 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Main Dish 2 and Dessert 2.
- Is Thai Chef gluten-free?
- 8 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 Thai Chef?
- Grilled Shrimp Add-on, at roughly 38.5g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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