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: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, 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 Zao Asian Grill
Dairy-Free at Zao Asian Grill
Zao Asian Grill in Meridian has 5 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Side Soup, Chips and Guac and Zao Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Zao Asian Grill
Zao Asian Grill in Meridian has 2 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Side Soup and Side of Guac. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Zao Asian Grill
Zao Asian Grill in Meridian has 11 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chocolate Brownie, Side Soup and Zao Tacos. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Zao Asian Grill
Zao Asian Grill in Meridian has 3 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Side Soup, Bottled Coke and Bottled Green Iced Tea. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Zao Asian Grill
Zao Asian Grill in Meridian has 4 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Side Soup, Bottled Diet Coke and Bottled Coke. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Zao Asian Grill
Zao Asian Grill in Meridian has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Side Soup. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Zao Asian Grill
Zao Asian Grill in Meridian has 9 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Side Soup, Chips and Guac and Zao Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Zao Asian Grill
Zao Asian Grill in Meridian has 10 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chocolate Brownie, Side Soup and Chips and Guac. 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 Zao Asian Grill
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Custom Bowl | 68.6 g | 58.9 g |
| Zao Tacos | 55.5 g | 29.8 g |
| Kids Bowl | 76.7 g | 17.1 g |
| Zao Soup Bowl | 17.4 g | 11.8 g |
| Banh Mi Wrap | 36 g | 7.6 g |
| Zao Salad | 44.9 g | 6.9 g |
| Potstickers | 25.6 g | 6.3 g |
| Chips and Guac | 41.2 g | 5.4 g |
| Chewy Marshmallow Rice Crispy Treat | 47.4 g | 3.4 g |
| Chocolate Brownie | 19.7 g | 3.2 g |
| Side of Guac | 0 g | 1.1 g |
| Side Soup | 0.7 g | 0.7 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
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. Dietary tags: Halal, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber 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, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Soup
- Zao Soup Bowl - $10.95: Pork & Chicken Broth with choice of base, protein, corn, cilantro, and jalapeno. Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory 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, Halal, Dairy-Free, 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, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Side of Guac - $1.95: Fresh avocado guacamole. 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, Soy Free
- 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, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Potstickers - $4.95: Asian style dumplings. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC 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, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
Beverages
- Bottled Coke - $2.75 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Bottled Diet Coke - $2.75 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Bottled Green Iced Tea - $2.75 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, 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, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Bottled Water - $2.25
- Coconut Water - $3.25 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, 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
Frequently Asked Questions about Zao Asian Grill
- Is Zao Asian Grill dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Zao Asian Grill has 5 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Side Soup, Chips and Guac and Zao Salad.
- What can I eat at Zao Asian Grill on a dairy-free diet?
- Side Soup, Chips and Guac and Zao Salad carry the dairy-free tag, out of 5 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Zao Asian Grill have vegan options?
- Yes. 9 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Side Soup and Chips and Guac.
- Is Zao Asian Grill gluten-free?
- 2 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 Zao Asian Grill?
- Custom Bowl, at roughly 58.9g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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