Prawn crackers
£3.95
Prawn crackers
Edamame beans
Chicken satay
Grilled skewers of marinated chicken breast in lime, coconut & spices served with homemade peanut sauce
Kala crispy chicken
Deep fried pieces of chicken breast served with our own homemade tamarind dip
Wings zabb
Heavily battered and deep fried chicken wings in a spicy and sticky sriracha sauce
Sesame prawn toast
Handmade minced prawn on toast topped with sesame seeds & served with sweet chilli dip
Kala prawn
King prawn coated in handmade coconut bread crumb, served with sweet plum sauce
Prawn dumplings
Handmade minced prawn with garlic, spring onions and ginger wrapped, steamed and served with a light soy dip
Duck spring rolls
Handmade deep fried spring rolls filled with duck, savoy cabbage & hoisin sauce served with sweet chilli dip
Kala crispy squid
Lightly battered deep fried squid served with a mixed pepper, onion & garlic garnish
Vegetable spring rolls
Handmade deep fried spring rolls filled with mixed vegetables, carrots and vermicelli noodles served with sweet chilli dip
Tempura mixed vegetables
Deep fried onions, mushrooms, courgette & mixed peppers in tempura batter served with sweet chilli dip
Sweetcorn cakes
Handmade deep fried sweetcorn cakes served with sweet chilli dip
Aromatic duck
Shredded aromatic duck served with steamed pancakes & cucumber juliennes, spring onions & hoisin sauce
Tom yum
The most famous of Thai soups, spicy soup with lemongrass, chillies, coriander, mushrooms & lime juice
Tom kla
Thai coconut milk soup with mushroom, galangal & Thai herbs
Vegan tom kla
Thai coconut milk soup with tofu & seasonal vegetables & Thai herbs
Som tum thai
Shredded green papaya with peanuts, carrot, cherry tomatoes & green beans with a chilli, lime & garlic dressing
Thai beef salad
Grilled beef tossed in mixed cherry tomatoes, herbs, red onions & a lime, chilli & coriander dressing
Mixed seafood salad
Squid & king prawns tossed in vegetables, vermicelli noodles & herbs with a lime & coriander dressing
Gaeng kiew wan
A firm Thai favourite. Green curry with bamboo shoots, mixed peppers, courgette & sweet basil leaves
Gaeng ped
Another firm Thai favourite. Red curry with bamboo shoots, mixed peppers, courgette & sweet basil leaves
Panang curry
Rich red curry with green beans, coconut milk & kaffir lime leaves
Jungle curry
This fiery Thai favourite unlike other Thai curries has a soup like consistency & contains bamboo shoots, green beans, courgettes, mixed peppers, finger root ginger & holy basil
Gaeng massaman curry
A southern Thai dish with potato, shallots & peanuts
Gaeng phed ped yang
Red curry with roasted duck, pineapple, lychees, cherry tomatoes & sweet basil leaves
Weeping tiger
Grilled 8oz sirloin steak marinated in coriander, cumin, cinnamon, Thai dark rum, (Sang-Som) light soy sauce served on an oriental stone with asparagus & homemade tamarind & lime chilli dip
Weeping tiger (Thai style steak)
Grilled 8oz sirloin steak marinated in coriander, cumin, cinnamon, Thai dark rum, (Sang-Som) light soy sauce served on an oriental stone with asparagus & homemade tamarind & lime chilli dip
Duck honey tamarind
Roasted duck breast in a honey & tamarind glaze served on a bed of pak choi with exotic sweet & sour sauce
Gai yang
Grilled boneless chicken thigh, southern style marinated in coconut milk, turmeric, garlic & lemongrass served with spicy nam-jim-jaew sauce & som tum thai (papaya salad)
Duck Thai Laab
Minced duck with basil, coriander, red onion, spring onion, mint & ground brown rice powder served with sweet gem lettuce
Massaman lamb shank
Whole lamb shank served in a massamam curry sauce with potato & baby shallots served with paratha& garnished with fried shallots & peanuts
Pla neung ma nao
Steamed sea bass fillet on a bed of Chinese cabbage with garlic & coriander in a chilli lemon sauce
Samui Seabass
Lightly battered seabass fillet, bite sized sweet and sticky deliciousness served with mixed bell peppers, onions, carrots and cashew nuts
Pad med mamuang
Stir-fried with cashew nuts, mushrooms, spring onions, mixed peppers & dried chillis
Pad prea wan
Stir-fried sweet & sour with pineapple, mixed peppers, tomatoes, onion & spring onion
Pad naman hoi
Stir fried with onion, mixed peppers, mushrooms, spring onion cooked in an oyster sauce
Pad kratiem
Stir fried with sweet heart cabbage, mixed peppers, fresh garlic, black pepper cooked in oyster sauce
Pad khing
Stir fried with onion, mushrooms, mixed peppers, julienne ginger cooked in a light soy sauce
Pad kra pow
Stir-fried with fresh chilli, garlic, green beans, mixed peppers & holy basil
Sticky chicken
A hearty serving of crispy fried chicken, bite sized, sweet & sticky deliciousness served with peppers & carrots
Pad tofu
Stir-fried tofu, mixed vegetables, garlic, ginger & spring onions
Pad thai
One of Thailand's national dishes. Thin rice noodle stir fried with bean sprouts, carrots, spring onions, egg, peanuts & a special homemade tamarind sauce
Pad se eel
Stir fried thick rice noodles with egg & green vegetables in a dark soy sauce
Pad kee mao
Stir fried thick rice noodles with chilli, garlic, lime leaf, mixed peppers & onions
Duck noodle soup
Sliced roasted duck breast with a choice of rice or egg noodles in a 5-spice broth, with pak choi & spring onions, garnished with beansprouts & a garlic chilli oil
Khow suey
Chicken & egg noodles in a coconut spicy curried sauce & garnished with beansprouts & lime wedge
Thai jasmine rice
Sticky rice
Coconut rice
Egg Fried rice
Khow pad
Fried rice, onions, cherry tomatoes, garlic, egg, sweet heart cabbage in a light soy sauce.
Plain stir fried egg noodles
French fries
Sweet potato fries
Pak Choi
Stirfried in oyster sauce
Broccoli
Stirfried in oyster sauce
Extra sauce/pot of fresh chillies
Fried egg
Paratha
Edamame beans
Vegetable spring rolls
Tempura mixed vegetables
Sweetcorn cakes
Vegan Tom Kla
Som tum thai
Gaeng Kiew Wan
Tofu & mixed veg
Gaeng ped tofu
Tofu & mixed veg
Panang curry
Tofu & mixed veg
Pad pre wan
Tofu & mixed veg
Pad tofu
Pad se eel
Tofu & mixed veg
Pad kee mao
Tofu & mixed veg
Pad thai
Tofu & mixed veg
If you're searching for a well-rounded Thai culinary experience in Bournemouth, the Kala Thai Restaurant & Bar Menu is a delightful surprise waiting to be explored. Nestled in the heart of town at 127 Old Christchurch Road, this stylish venue blends authentic Thai flavors with a chic, modern atmosphere.
From the moment you step in, Kala Thai impresses with its welcoming service and sleek décor, but it's the food that truly shines. The menu showcases a wide variety of Thai classics, each crafted with attention to detail and depth of flavor. A must-try is their Tom Yum Goong, which delivers a powerful punch of spicy and sour notes balanced with fresh lemongrass and juicy prawns. For mains, the Green Curry Chicken offers a creamy coconut base enriched with Thai basil, delivering warmth and complexity. If you're a fan of noodles, the Pad Thai is satisfyingly tangy and comes perfectly stir-fried without being greasy.
What sets Kala Thai apart is its commitment to freshness-vegetables are vibrant, proteins are cooked to perfection, and the seasoning strikes that authentic Thai balance of sweet, salty, spicy, and sour. Vegetarians will appreciate the dedicated section of the menu, which includes tofu-based curries and stir-fries that are anything but an afterthought.
Portions are generous, prices are fair (with mains averaging between £11-£16), and the cocktail list adds an extra layer of appeal, making it a great choice for both casual dinners and special evenings out. While there are other Thai spots in the area, Kala Thai Restaurant & Bar stands out for its consistency, presentation, and refined flavors.
Whether you're a Thai food enthusiast or a first-timer, the Kala Thai Restaurant & Bar Menu promises a rewarding dining experience that captures the heart of Thailand in the heart of Bournemouth.