A3 - Green Papaya Salad
two plates of food and a bowl of sauce
H1 - Black Sticky Rice with Mango and Banana
Outdoor seating
Glass Noodles with Shitake Mushrooms (Op Wun Sen)
F8 - Opp Woon Sen - Glass Noodles with Shiitake Mushrooms
Dessert - GET THIS! Mango over sticky rice in vanilla cream, sprinkled with coconut bits! I love the addition of banana too.
Massaman curry with mock duck (seitan)
Red Curry (Gaeng Daeng) (I think)
Isaan Vegan
Papaya salad
Thai Iced Tea with Coconut Milk
F6 - Pad Thai
a bowl of noodles and vegetables
Thai Iced Tea with Coconut Milk
E7 - Haw Mokk
Pumpkin Hummus (Tam Fak Tong)
E6 - Panang Curry
Vegan Thai
Exterior
Menu
A3 - Green Papaya Salad
E3 - Massaman Curry
Jay C.
Sep 1, 2024
May Kaidee is proof that the lower and east side of Manhattan is where it's at for the best vegan food. This place is a find and if you're a bit further out, like myself, it is worth the trip. May Kaidee's plant-based menu is gluten free (GF) except where clearly noted. Mixed in with the usual Thai fares are house specialties pumpkin hummus, seaweed soup, vegan sausage spread, and the Haw Mokk, a thick curry (not GF) served with brown-red rice. And whatever you do, do not skip on the Laab Pak, textured vegetable protein bathed in one of May Kaidee's famously delicious sauces. Good and delicious vibes all around. May is a gracious and accessible host who greets each guest with a warm smile. Come early and make reservations or come late and join in on the karaoke in the back.
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Matt B.
Dec 18, 2024
Authentic Thai food with recipes developed in Thailand and the option for legitimately Thai spiciness.We stopped in for dinner on a Monday evening, knowing about this place's reputation, and my wife having taken their cooking class back in Thailand several years ago. We ordered:-Papaya salad ($15). Classic salad done very well, with plenty of crisp papaya, carrot, tomato, and crushed peanuts, coated in a sweet, very spicy, and citrusy dressing. Excellent.-Pad kee mao (drunken noodle) ($18) with tofu added ($3) -- we asked for this to be 2 out of 3 spiciness. This one comes with classic wide noodles, along with broccoli, carrot, onion, and bell pepper. But, honestly, this was less than maximally inspiring pad kee mao, lacking a bit of flavour. Perfectly fine, but there are many better versions of this dish around.-Massaman curry ($17) with mock duck (seitan) added ($4) -- we asked for this to be 3 out of 3 spiciness (Thai spicy). Unusual massaman curry that came with chickpeas (!), potato, carrot, broccoli, and onion, as well as the really nicely textured mock duck. And oh boy was this spicy! Thai spicy here is legit. Very flavourful, rich but balanced, and very satisfying.Pleasant, quick service; bare bones but sufficient environment to enjoy a good vegan Thai meal.
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Me L.
Aug 9, 2024
You could certainly get takeout from this tasty little vegan spot near Seward Park, and you'll be very happy-- the food is delicious and well-prepared.Or you could dine in, and have an EXPERIENCE.You might see fully-costumed Thai dancers performing here. You might catch the end of a rehearsal for a competition performance. You might be part of a full-restaurant chorus line of backup dancers for one of the staff singing Thai karaoke.And if you ask, you'll be handed a mic and an iPad and encouraged to sing YouTube karaoke to your heart's content.Bring friends. Bring your curiosity. Bring a willingness to participate. And definitely bring an appetite-- and save room for the mango-banana sticky rice.
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Chunjai K.
Dec 28, 2024
May has been such a nice host for a Vegan New Year Party at her restaurant. I was invited by one of her friends and I'm an honor guest. Food was delicious and I couldn't believe it was a vegan, it tasted like regular Thai food and everyone at the restaurant was so nice and friendly. Mat also has a cookbook and her own recipes. Its so interesting to learn how to make a vegan food and I was so impressed by how they ahve such a warm welcome to the customer.
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Michael C.
Jul 12, 2024
Unique spot!!! May kaidee is a rockstar. She sings and dances for you while you eat, and is a super kind person. Also, she's a pioneer in Thai cooking, popularizing vegan versions of the most well known dishes! She was the highlight. I thought the food was overall very good. I got the green curry with mock chicken... I would've loved more punch in terms of spices and chili, but it tasted top notch! Same notes about the papaya salad. But accounting for the fact that it was vegan, I'd definitely come back, and will likely bring friends!
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Kaylin M.
Dec 19, 2024
Such incredible food at this place i 100% recommend it. I am a filmmaker and this place was so helpful to catering out short film and being willing to work with us, they are very accommodating! I feel like its really hard to find a place that is vegan and also gluten free while also being genuinely good so this is my new favorites spot
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Nikhil B.
Dec 22, 2024
So good!!! The service and food were excellent. This is going to be my new regular spot. Will be bringing my friends and family!
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Jane P.
Dec 20, 2024
Incredible food and very friendly staff! Loved the Pad See U. Fantastic vegan food, and almost all gluten-free, too--highly recommend this place to anyone!
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Audrey ..
Apr 22, 2024
Relaxed family living room atmosphere Unique Thai decorations and photos.Also a cooking school ...flavors are authentic made from scratch...tasted like the food I enjoyed in Bangkok.Friendly hosts entertained guests with singing and dancing ... also guests invited to sing Karokee...
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Haynes M.
Dec 11, 2024
Incredible, with friendly staff and a diverse selection of vegan/vegetarian options. Already a neighborhood staple for me - also a wonderful spot for a karaoke party.
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