Delicious
ALWAYS
FRESH &
BURSTING WITH FLAVOUR.
Flavorful Feasts
WHERE EVERY
BITE IS
A TASTE OF SOUTHEAST ASIA.
About Us
Our Love for Thai Cuisine
Our journey began with a passion for authentic Lao and Thai flavors, inspired by family recipes and perfected with traditional cooking techniques. Nestled in Paralowie, we have become a favorite destination for those craving bold, aromatic dishes. We take pride in serving only the freshest ingredients, crafting each dish with precision, whether it’s our signature Pad Thai, crispy pork with garlic & broccoli, or house-made Thai sausages that leave a lasting impression.
Our dedicated chefs and team work tirelessly to bring you the rich flavours of Zap Lai, ensuring every meal is a satisfying and memorable experience.
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Fried Rice
Vegetable or special pork fried rice with Thai basil, chicken, tom yum, or seafood sauce$12.00Add to cart -
Thai Seasonal Stir Fry
Wok-tossed with fresh seasonal veggies and our signature sauce$17.00Add to cart -
Raw Beef Larb Laos Style Herb Salad
Lao herbs, zesty lime, and a kick of spice with our house-made sauces$23.00Add to cart -
Char Grilled Scotch Fillet
Served with our bold and zesty Laos-style dipping sauce that's packed with flavour$22.00Add to cart -
Pad Thai
Stir-fried Pad Thai with chicken or a combo of chicken & prawns that is sweet and savoury$18.00Add to cart -
Mango Sticky Rice
Sweet, juicy mango with warm coconut sticky rice, served with creamy taro ice cream$8.00Add to cart -
Thai Sausages
House-made sweet or Spicy Thai sausages with bold flavours, grilled to perfection$18.00Add to cart
FROM OUR BLOG
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Loyal customersAbsolutely amazing flavours! The Lao papaya salad had the perfect balance of spice and tang!
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Loyal customersZap Lai is a hidden gem. Generous portions, great taste, and super friendly staff!
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Loyal customersIf you love bold flavours, this is the place! Transports you straight to Southeast Asia.
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Loyal customersI’m obsessed! The house-made Thai sausages were incredible.
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Loyal customersDelicious and fresh every time. The Tom Yum was packed with flavour, and the service A+ !!
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Loyal customersTried the Tom Yum Seafood, and it was beyond delicious!
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Loyal customersHands down the best Thai food in SA! The Pad Thai was spot on, and the crispy pork was perfectly seasoned.
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