Zao Asian Grill – Chinese
Sunlight streams into this vibrant, modern eatery where the air is thick with the savory aroma of seared proteins and the bright, citrusy notes of fresh herbs. Diners craft their own colorful bowls or tuck into fusion-inspired Banh Mi wraps and street-style tacos, balancing the heat of the grill with cool scoops of creamy guacamole and tangles of golden yakisoba noodles. It is a high-energy haven where bold Asian flavors are reimagined with a fresh, customizable spirit that turns a quick meal into a multi-textured feast.
2126, North Eagle Road, Meridian, ID, 83646 +12082799215 https://www.zaoasiancafe.com/0Cuisine: Chinese
Price range: $
Dietary options: keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, whole30, pescatarian, paleo, heart-healthy, plant-based, low-sodium, low-fat, anti-inflammatory, atkins, south-beach, dash-sodium-reduced, low-cholesterol, gerd, high-fiber, carnivore, tlc, alkaline, aip, renal, zone, volumetrics, macrobiotic, slow-carb, lectin-free
Currently closed
Hours
- Sunday - Thursday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Menu
Bowls
Build your own bowl with a base, protein, sauce, and toppings.
- Custom Bowl - $10.95: Choice of base (White Rice, Brown Rice, Rice Noodles, Yakisoba Noodles), protein (Chicken, Steak, Tofu, Braised Pork, Seared Broccoli), sauce (Teriyaki, Green Curry, Chili Lemongrass, Yellow Curry), and toppings. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Tacos
- Zao Tacos - $9.95: 3 Flour Tortillas with choice of protein, carrot, cilantro, lettuce mix, and choice of Chili Lime Aioli or Korean Red Sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
Wraps
- Banh Mi Wrap - $10.45: Spinach wrap with choice of base, protein, cilantro, cucumber, chili lime aioli, hoisin, jalapeños, lettuce, and carrot. Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Zao Salad - $10.95: Romaine & Napa Cabbage with choice of protein, dressing (Chili Lemongrass or Sesame Ginger Vinaigrette), cucumber, rice noodles, carrot, and cilantro. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
Soup
- Zao Soup Bowl - $10.95: Pork & Chicken Broth with choice of base, protein, corn, cilantro, and jalapeno. Available at: dinner, lunch
Kids
- Kids Bowl - $6.95: Select rice or noodles, protein, wok-seared vegetables with teriyaki sauce. Includes kids beverage. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides and Extras
- Chips and Guac - $3.95: House-made chips with fresh avocado guacamole. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Side of Guac - $1.95: Fresh avocado guacamole. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb
- Side of Yakisoba - $3.45: Side portion of yakisoba noodles. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Side Soup - $3.45: Small portion of house broth. Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Potstickers - $4.95: Asian style dumplings. Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Chewy Marshmallow Rice Crispy Treat - $2.45: Marshmallow and puffed rice treat. Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal, Macrobiotic
- Chocolate Brownie - $2.45: Rich chocolate brownie. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC
Beverages
- Bottled Coke - $2.75 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Bottled Diet Coke - $2.75 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Bottled Green Iced Tea - $2.75 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Bottled Water - $2.25
- Coconut Water - $3.25 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- San Pellegrino - $2.75
- Thai Tea - $3.95
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