We’re blessed with so much amazing Asian food here in Manchester, from Vietnamese and Chinese, to Indian and even fusion spots, and now there’s a new Thai spot on the way. Think incredible Pad Thai, green and red curries, and Suki Hang (stir fried glass noodles with vegetables and egg, served with Suki dipping sauce), as Zaap Thai storms into Manchester with its tuk tuks this June 26th – complete with 100 free dishes to give away.
Zaap Thai has proved extremely popular across the north, with restaurants in Sheffield, Headingley, Leeds City Centre, Newcastle and York, and prides itself on bringing the authentic feel and taste of Bangkok to our region. The humble, multicoloured, neon lit interiors really give the illusion that you’ve walked into another continent, and the food is, of course, another level.
To celebrate the opening, Zaap Thai will be giving away 100 free Pad Thais or any of their authentic curries, alongside a Zaap goody bag, to the first guests to arrive at the restaurant when it opens at 12pm on 26th June. The giveaway is only available whilst stocks last – so Thai food lovers should ensure they are first in line to get their Zaap fix.
All guests who visit Zaap Thai during the opening week in Manchester will also receive a VIP scratch card with their bill to be used on their next visit, with prizes including free food and drinks – all scratch cards are winners, so nobody misses out.
From classics such as dim sum, Pad Thai and bao buns, all absolutely packed with immense Thai flavours, to the special summer menu, including Drunken Udon (a spicy stir-fry made with udon noodles, chillies, bamboo shoots, onion, garlic and basil – your choice of chicken or pork) and Tom Yum Wonton Soup (hot and sour Tom Yum Soup, served with the addition of crispy homemade wontons, stuffed with minced chicken and prawn), you really can’t go wrong.
Zaap Thai also offers the opportunity to try parts of Thai cuisine you might never have done before, with the likes of Hoy Tod, a crispy pan fried mussel pancake, and Tom ZAAP Gra Dook Moo, Isaan style hot and spicy soup with spare ribs, on the menu.
If you’re a Thai newbie and fancy a familiar favourite, there’s plenty for you with a Thai twist. Seafood is huge in Thai cuisine, and sea bass is popular on the Zaap menu, with Yum Ma Muang Pla Tod (deep fried whole sea bass served with green mango salad) and Pla Neung Ma Now (steamed whole sea bass with Chinese leaves, chilli, coriander and garlic in a lemon soup) available, alongside marinated meats and mixed grilled seafood.
Zaap also offers some incredible platters, with the best selection of five popular street nibbles: steamed pork and prawn dumpling, vegetable spring rolls, chicken satay, chicken gyoza and Thai fish cakes. The platter also comes in a vegetarian version, and Zaap Thai even provides a completely separate vegetarian menu so the herbivores can enjoy the incredible variety of Thai to be had when it arrives in Manchester.
What’s more, if you don’t have time to experience the wonders of Zaap Thai when it arrives in Manchester, you’ll be able to get the goods delivered to you, or order ahead and collect on your way past – what a win!
Ban Kaewkraikhot, Founder and Executive Chef at Zaap, said about the new restaurant: “We’re thrilled to be bringing Zaap Thai to Manchester. This is a city with a rich and diverse hospitality scene, and we’re delighted to be joining that fantastic community.
“Our mission is to share our authentic flavours of native Thailand with the city – we want to transport guests to sunny South East Asia by providing an amazing and affordable menu where you can try something new each time. Our restaurant is inspired by the places we love back home and everyone is welcome. We can’t wait to bring the Zaap experience to Manchester!”
Zaap Thai is set to open on Lincoln Square, just off Deansgate in Manchester on Thursday 26th June.
📍 Lincoln Square, Brazennose Street, Manchester, M2 5LN.