About Thai Cafe - London Road
We serve Thai food as it is meant to be eaten—uncompromised and authentic. Our menu does not follow the standard takeaway style of toned-down flavours. We cook with the same ingredients, the same preparation methods, and the same heat levels you would encounter in Thailand. If you are looking for a standard takeaway experience, you will not find it here. A Note on Spice: We prioritize flavour integrity, which includes the heat. Expect authentic spice levels across the menu. [🌶️] Spicy: A noticeable kick. [🌶️🌶️] Hot: Traditional heat intensity. [🌶️🌶️🌶️] Thai Hot: Extreme heat. Recommended only if you have a high tolerance for spice. We do not dilute our recipes to accommodate standard takeaway expectations; please order according to your personal tolerance.
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Pad Thai / ผัดไทย
£17.00Pad See Ew / ผัดซีอิ๊ว
£17.00Fried Rice / ข้าวผัด
£14.00Panang Curry / แกงพะแนง 🌶️
£16.00Massaman Curry / แกงมัสมั่น
£17.00Pad Krapao / ผัดกะเพรา 🌶️🌶️🌶️
£16.00Drunken Noodles / ผัดขี้เมา 🌶️🌶️🌶️
£17.00Green Curry / แกงเขียวหวาน 🌶️🌶️🌶️
£17.00Chicken & Cashew Stir Fry / ผัดเม็ดมะม่วง 🌶️
£16.00Som Tam Isan / ส้มตำอีสาน 🌶️🌶️🌶️
£14.00
Bundles / โปรโมชั่น
Essential pairings for the full experience.
Isan Table for Two / ชุดอาหารอีสานสำหรับสองท่าน
A curated Isan feast for two. Choose your own Som Tam, Grilled Skewers, Larb, and Rice. The essential experience.£45.00£50.00Wok-Fired Set / ชุดกระทะร้อน
The definitive Thai meal. A bold, wok-fired Pad Krapao paired with our marinated Thai chicken wings and steamed jasmine rice. Uncompromised heat and flavour, prepared as intended.£28.50£31.50
Starters / สตาร์ตเตอร์
Traditional street-style small plates, prepared using authentic aromatics and high-heat to preserve texture and flavour intensity.
Chicken Satay / ไก่สะเต๊ะ
Chargrilled chicken breast skewers, marinated in turmeric and lemongrass. Served with Apinya’s house-made peanut sauce. Contains peanuts and aromatic herbs.£12.00Pork Skewers / หมูปิ้ง
Hand-sliced pork, marinated and finished on our charcoal grill. Served with Na’s signature tamarind dipping sauce. A punchy, traditional recipe designed to cut through the richness of the smoky pork.£12.00Spring Rolls / ปอเปี๊ยะทอด
Hand-rolled vegetable spring rolls, deep-fried until crisp. Served with our house sweet chilli dip.£10.50PopularPrawn Crackers / ข้าวเกรียบกุ้ง
Premium Manora-brand prawn crackers. These are the gold standard—dense, flavour-rich, and significantly superior to the mass-produced alternatives found in standard takeaways. Served with our house sweet chilli dip.£6.00PopularSweetcorn Patties / ทอดมันข้าวโพด
Sweetcorn fritters made with aromatic curry paste and kaffir lime leaves. Served with our house sweet chilli dip.£10.50Panko Prawns / กุ้งชุบแป้งทอด
King prawns coated in a crunchy panko breadcrumb and deep-fried. Served with our house sweet chilli dip. Note: This is a panko-coated dish, not a tempura-battered prawn.£13.50Thai Fish Cakes / ทอดมันปลา
Traditional Thai fish cakes prepared with authentic red curry paste and finely sliced green beans. Made to achieve a classic, springy texture. Served with our house sweet chilli & peanut dip.£13.00Chicken Wings / ปีกไก่ทอด
Roasted then deep-fried chicken wings, crispy and salt-forward. Choose your style:Plain: Served with our house sweet chilli dip.Zaap: Tossed in our signature toasted rice, dried chilli, and lime seasoning.Sweet Sriracha: Glazed with our house-made spicy, garlicky sriracha reduction.£11.50
Salads / สลัด
Our salads use 100% fresh green papaya and authentic meat preparations. We do not use fillers like carrot or swede, ensuring the traditional texture and clean flavour profile of Isan cuisine.
Som Tam Isan / ส้มตำอีสาน 🌶️🌶️🌶️
The authentic Isarn preparation. 100% fresh green papaya pounded with Thai bird’s eye chillies, fresh long beans, and Thai round aubergines in a pungent, fermented fish and tamarind dressing. Strictly traditional, zero fillers.£14.00Larb / ลาบ 🌶️🌶️
Minced meat, flash-tossed with fresh Thai herbs, shallots, and toasted sticky rice powder for depth and texture. Served with fresh seasonal greens. Served with your choice of pork or chicken.£16.00Som Tam Thai / ส้มตำไทย 🌶️🌶️🌶️
(Vegan Available)100% fresh green papaya, hand-shredded and pounded with fresh Thai bird’s eye chillies, peanuts, and a punchy tamarind-lime dressing. No fillers, just authentic crunch.£14.00
Curries / แกง
Our curries are prepared using traditional aromatics and fresh spice pastes. We prioritize depth of flavour and authentic heat profiles over the standard, diluted takeaway style.
Panang Curry / แกงพะแนง 🌶️
A creamy, slightly sweet, and highly aromatic red curry concentrated with fine beans and fresh chillies. Served with chicken.£16.00Massaman Curry / แกงมัสมั่น
A rich, mild curry with distinct aromatic notes of cardamom and cinnamon. Cooked traditionally with potato, onions, and cashew nuts. Served with chicken.£17.00PopularGreen Curry / แกงเขียวหวาน 🌶️🌶️🌶️
(Vegan Available)A fiery, authentic green curry made with fresh green bird’s eye chillies, bamboo shoots, and Thai round aubergines. Prepared to traditional heat levels. Served with your choice of vegetable & tofu, chicken, or king prawn.£17.00
Noodles & Rice / ก๋วยเตี๋ยวและข้าว
These dishes are cooked on a high-heat, seasoned wok to achieve authentic texture and flavour intensity.
Pad Thai / ผัดไทย
Highly rated· (Vegan Available)The classic Thai street staple. Rice noodles stir-fried on a high-heat wok with egg, beansprouts, and crushed peanuts. Served with your choice of vegetable & tofu, chicken, or king prawn.£17.00Pad See Ew / ผัดซีอิ๊ว
Highly rated· (Vegan Available)Stir-fried flat rice noodles cooked in a seasoned oyster sauce with sweetheart cabbage and scrambled egg. Served with your choice of vegetable & tofu, chicken, or king prawn.£17.00Fried Rice / ข้าวผัด
(Vegan Available)Wok-fried rice tossed with sweetheart cabbage, egg, onion, tomato, and oyster sauce. Served with your choice of vegetable & tofu, chicken, or king prawn.£14.00Drunken Noodles / ผัดขี้เมา 🌶️🌶️🌶️
Highly rated· (Vegan Available)Thailand's spiciest noodle profile. Fiery flat rice noodles flash-fried with fresh minced bird's eye chillies, young green peppercorns, and finger root. Served with your choice of vegetable & tofu, chicken, or king prawn.£17.00
Stir Fry / ผัด
High-intensity, fast-prep dishes. We use fresh, quality produce and specific Thai aromatics for a crisp, flavour-forward finish.
Pad Krapao / ผัดกะเพรา 🌶️🌶️🌶️
The quintessential, no-nonsense Thai staple. Minced chicken stir-fried with an intense base of fresh chillies and genuine Thai holy basil.£16.00Chicken & Cashew Stir Fry / ผัดเม็ดมะม่วง 🌶️
Chicken stir-fried in an aromatic chilli oil with garlic, mushrooms, and crunchy roasted cashew nuts.£16.00Aubergine Stir Fry / ผัดมะเขือยาว 🌶️
(Vegan Available)Lightly battered aubergine chunks flash-fried with fresh chillies, soybean paste, oyster sauce, onions, and spring onions.£15.00Vegetarian
Vegan Mains / อาหารมังสวิรัติ
Our plant-based menu utilizes the same high-heat techniques and authentic spice profiles as our classic dishes, substituting traditional meat for fresh tofu and seasonal vegetables.
Vegan Som Tam Thai / ส้มตำไทยเจ 🌶️🌶️🌶️
(Vegan)100% fresh green papaya, hand-shredded and pounded with fresh Thai bird’s eye chillies, peanuts, and a punchy tamarind-lime dressing. Prepared with vegan seasoning. No fillers, just authentic crunch.£14.00VeganVegan Aubergine Stir Fry / ผัดมะเขือยาวเจ 🌶️
(Vegan)Lightly battered aubergine chunks flash-fried with fresh chillies, soybean paste, vegan-friendly sauce, onions, and spring onions.£15.00VeganVegan Drunken Noodles / ผัดขี้เมาเจ 🌶️🌶️🌶️
(Vegan)Thailand's spiciest noodle profile. Fiery flat rice noodles flash-fried with fresh minced bird's eye chillies, young green peppercorns, and finger root. Served with fresh vegetables and tofu.£17.00VeganVegan Pad See Ew / ผัดซีอิ๊วเจ
(Vegan)Stir-fried flat rice noodles cooked in a seasoned vegan-friendly sauce with sweetheart cabbage and tofu.£17.00VeganVegan Pad Thai / ผัดไทยเจ
(Vegan)The classic Thai street staple. Rice noodles stir-fried on a high-heat wok with tofu, beansprouts, and crushed peanuts. (No egg).£17.00VeganVegan Fried Rice / ข้าวผัดเจ
(Vegan)Wok-fried rice tossed with sweetheart cabbage, onion, tomato, tofu, and vegan-friendly sauce. (No egg).£14.00VeganVegan Green Curry / แกงเขียวหวานเจ 🌶️🌶️🌶️
(Vegan)A fiery, authentic green curry made with fresh green bird’s eye chillies, bamboo shoots, and Thai round aubergines. Prepared to traditional heat levels using a vegan-friendly curry paste. Served with tofu and seasonal vegetables.£17.00Vegan
Sides / เครื่องเคียง
Freshly prepared accompaniments.
Coconut Rice / ข้าวหุงกะทิ
(Vegan)Fragrant jasmine rice infused with rich, creamy coconut milk.£5.00PopularEgg Fried Rice / ข้าวผัดไข่
(Vegetarian)Wok-tossed rice with egg, spring onions, and light soy.£5.50VegetarianJasmine Rice / ข้าวหอมมะลิ
(Vegan)Premium-grade steamed jasmine rice.£4.00Crispy Fried Egg / ไข่ดาวกรอบ
Perfect, crispy-edged Thai-style fried egg with a soft, runny yolk. Ideal as a topping for your main dish.£3.00Sticky Rice / ข้าวเหนียว
(Vegan)Traditional Thai glutinous rice. Served in a traditional pouch to maintain heat and texture—the authentic way to enjoy with your meal.£4.50Fried Noodles / เส้นผัด
(Vegetarian)Flash-fried rice noodles with light soy, egg, and fresh spring onions.£5.50Vegetarian
Dips & Condiments / ซอสและเครื่องปรุง
Enhance your meal with our traditional, house-made accompaniments.
Satay Sauce / น้ำจิ้มสะเต๊ะ
Signature house-made peanut sauce. Rich, fragrant, and simmered using our traditional family recipe.£2.00Sweet Chilli Sauce / น้ำจิ้มไก่
Classic Thai dipping sauce. Tangy, sweet, and mild.£2.00Tamarind Sauce / น้ำจิ้มมะขาม
House-made tamarind reduction. Tangy, sweet, and perfectly balanced.£2.00Crushed Peanuts / ถั่วลิสงคั่ว
Freshly toasted and crushed for authentic crunch and texture.£2.00Chopped Fresh Chillies / พริกขี้หนู
Freshly prepared Thai bird’s eye chillies.£2.00Chilli Fish Sauce/ พริกน้ำปลา
Traditional Thai chillies steeped in premium fish sauce. The essential table condiment.£2.00
Beers / เบียร์
Imported Thai lagers, served chilled.
Singha Beer / เบียร์สิงห์
320ml bottle.£6.50
Drinks / เครื่องดื่ม
Standard refreshments.
Coke / โค้ก
330ml Can£3.00Coke Zero / โค้ก ซีโร่
330ml Can£3.00Fanta Orange / แฟนต้า
330ml Can£3.00
