Zao Modern Asian Cafe – Vietnamese
Vibrant colors and the enticing aroma of sizzling grills define this modern sanctuary, where the bold flavors of the East are reimagined for a fast-paced world. Guests craft their own culinary journey through crisp banh mi wraps, steaming bowls of savory soup, and zesty tacos topped with creamy, fresh guacamole. It is a bright, energetic space that balances the crunch of garden-fresh vegetables with the deep, comforting warmth of traditional Asian spices.
11486 S District Drive, South Jordan UT 84095 https://zaoasiancafe.com/location/the-district/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Vietnamese
Price range: $
Dietary options: keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, 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
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its succulent steak dishes, guests consistently praise the kitchen's attention to detail and the high quality of every plate. Reviewers highlight the warm, timely service and pleasant ambiance that create a welcoming environment for a memorable meal. Standout dishes include the perfectly cooked steaks, which diners rave about for being exceptionally flavorful and tender.
Menu
Bowls
Build your own Asian-inspired bowl with fresh ingredients.
- 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 - $9.5: 3 Flour Tortillas with choice of protein, carrot, cilantro, lettuce mix, chili lime aioli, and Korean red sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
Banh Mi Wrap
- Banh Mi Wrap - $9.95: Spinach wrap with choice of base, protein, cilantro, cucumber, chili lime aioli, hoisin, jalapeños, lettuce, and carrot. Available at: dinner, lunch
Salad
- Zao Salad - $10.5: Romaine & Napa Cabbage with choice of protein, dressing (Chili Lemongrass or Sesame Ginger), cucumber, rice noodles, carrot, and cilantro. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
Soup
- Zao Soup - $9.25: Pork & Chicken Broth with choice of base, protein, corn, cilantro, and jalapeño. Available at: dinner, lunch
Kids
- Kids Bowl - $6.5: 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 - $2.25: 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 - $3.5: Side portion of yakisoba noodles. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Side Soup - $3.5: 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 - $2.5: Marshmallow and puffed rice treat. Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal, Macrobiotic
- Chocolate Brownie - $2.5: Rich chocolate brownie. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC
Beverages
- Bottled Coke - $2.75: Classic Coca-Cola. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic
- Bottled Diet Coke - $2.75: Diet Coca-Cola. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic
- Bottled Green Iced Tea - $2.95: Refreshing green tea. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Bottled Water - $2.25: Purified water.
- Coconut Water - $3.5: Natural coconut water. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, 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 - $2.95: Sparkling mineral water.
- Thai Tea - $3.95: Traditional sweet Thai milk tea.
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