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Chao Thai Cuisine

Thai Restaurant, Vegan Curry

$$

Top tips

Ask about: uncertain ingredients

  • Try the yellow curry, highly recommended by multiple guests.
  • Ask the server to hold eggs for truly vegan options.
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  • Visit during lunch or dinner when the restaurant is popular.
  • Enjoy the outdoor seating available.

People mention

No standout dish yet. People mention curry, fried rice and pad see ew.

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Also yellow curry.

Good for

The vibe: dates The vibe: groups

Praised for cozy atmosphere, friendly service and affordable.

Good to know

  • Gluten-free options
  • Outdoor seating
  • Lunch, dinner, takeout
  • Cards and mobile pay

About

Chao Thai Cuisine serves a broad menu of Thai classics with a dedicated vegetarian section featuring vegan adaptable dishes like tofu with Thai basil and spicy eggplant. The restaurant offers a comfortable, colorful interior with outdoor seating and wheelchair accessibility—popular for lunch and dinner with reasonable prices. Frequent mentions of flavorful curries and consistent service make it a favored spot north of Lake Merritt.

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482 Lake Park Ave, Oakland, CA 94610

Opening hours

Monday
11:00–20:00
Tuesday
11:00–20:00
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
11:00–20:00
Friday
11:00–20:00
Saturday
11:00–20:00
Sunday
16:00–20:00

the food

4.5 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

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How we rank

eating vegan

Outstanding for vegans

vegan options
Many · 5–10 dishes
menu
Separate vegan menu
staff
Friendly
protein
tofu, beans

Ask about: Staff aren't always sure about ingredients.

What the grades mean

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