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Signature curries, noodles, stir-fry, and rice — the heart of Sawaan.
Our Thai Food Menu
Fresh Flavors. Bold Spices. Authentic Thai Cuisine.
Explore our full Thai food menu — authentic Thai dishes crafted fresh daily in San Francisco’s Mission District.
Bites
Start your journey — crispy, bold, and full of flavor.
Sawaan String
Marinated pork jerky, deep-fried until golden and crispy – a savory favorite with a hint of sweetness.
$17
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Hatyai Crisp
Southern-style fried chicken with crispy shallots and turmeric – crunchy, juicy, and bold.
$17
GF
Grill Me Softly
Tender grilled beef short ribs with a smoky aroma with Thai style dipping sauce.
$22
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Tofu Cloud
Crispy-on-the-outside, soft-on-the-inside fried tofu served with sweet peanut sauce.
$15
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Grilled Tongue of God
Chargrilled beef tongue served with Thai dipping sauce – chewy, and rich in umami.
$26
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Heavenly Papaya Salad
Green papaya salad – tangy, earthy, and aromatic with fermented fish sauce.
$19
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Som Tum Berry
A bold and playful strawberry salad twist. Juicy, spicy, and surprisingly addictive.
$21
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Avotum
Creamy avocado salad with lime, chili, and roasted cashew nuts – smooth and zesty.
$19
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Purple Fries
Crispy eggplant fries seasoned with seasoning sauce on top – fun, flavorful, and addictive.
$15
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Claw & Chili
Fresh blue crab (raw) salad – a little sweet, sour, and spicy.
$22
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Shrimp Shot
Raw shrimp with Thai seafood sauce served in a shot glass.
$15
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Cloud Ring
Crispy shrimp donuts made with minced shrimp, Thai herbs, and panko crumbs.
$18
Sawaan Zaap Fried Chicken
Fried chicken packed with chili, lime, and Thai herbs.
$18
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Crispy Tom Yum
Fried wontons filled with savory minced pork, tossed in tom yum seasoning and shrimp paste.
$16
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Watermelon Chili Shrimp
Juicy shrimp tossed in a spicy Thai herb dressing, paired with sweet, chilled watermelon.
$23
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Mixed-Up Somtum Trio
Isaan-style somtum with rice noodles, shrimp, squid, and fermented fish sauce.
$23
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Bamboo Shoot Somtum
Bamboo shoot somtum – a northeastern Thai classic.
$20
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Green & Dreamy
Classic green curry, eggplant, and sweet basil – creamy, spicy, and fragrant.
$20
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Golden Massaman
Slow-braised chicken in rich Massaman curry with potatoes, cashew nuts, and coconut milk.
$22
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Panang in Paradise with Rice
Panang curry with thick coconut cream, kaffir lime, and your choice of meat.
$20
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Hot Pink Pot
Hot pink noodle soup with seafood, fish balls, duck blood, and morning glory.
$25
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Crispy Tamarind
Crispy shrimp topped with sweet tamarind sauce, red onion, and chili.
$22
Drowning Noodles
Rice noodle soup with either beef or pork – soft, savory, and soothing.
$20
Noodle Nation
Pad Thai-style stir-fried rice noodles with tamarind sauce, tofu, egg, and peanuts.
$20
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Crab on Rice
Jasmine fried rice with fresh crab meat – golden, fragrant, and luxurious.
$25
GF
Tom Kha Glow
Coconut milk soup with galangal, lemongrass, chicken, and lime – creamy and herbal.
$12–$25
GF
Super Zap Soup
Hot and sour soup with beef tendon, herbs, lime, and chili – spicy and deeply flavored.
$27
GF🌶
Dark Soy Dream
Pad see-ew stir-fried flat noodles with dark soy sauce, Chinese broccoli, and egg.
$18
Purple Wok with Rice
Stir-fried eggplant with garlic and soy – soft, silky, and umami-packed.
$18
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Wok Greens with Rice
Mixed vegetables stir-fried in light soy sauce – crisp, clean, and colorful.
$18
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Sawaan Gravy Noodles
Flat rice noodles with savory gravy and gailan – smooth, rich, and comforting.
$18
Chewy Fried Rice
Fried sticky rice with garlic, soy sauce, and egg. Served with Thai seafood sauce.
$20
GF
Lemongrass Catfish with Rice
Stir-fried fish fillet with lemongrass, garlic, and chili – aromatic and bold.
$23
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Spicy Drunken Heaven
Drunken noodle-style stir-fried instant noodles with Thai basil, garlic, and chili.
$20
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Tom Yum Hot Pot
Spicy and tangy tom yum soup filled with herbs, mushroom, shrimp paste, and your choice of protein.
$12–$25
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Creamy Tom Yum Noodles
Rich creamy tom yum broth with shrimp paste, noodles, and your choice of protein.
$20
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Khao Soi Bowl
Northern Thai coconut curry noodle soup with tender chicken, crispy noodles, and traditional condiments.
$25
Lemongrass Plant Chicken with Rice
Plant-based chicken sautéed with fragrant lemongrass and Thai herbs.
$25
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Midnight Morning Glory with Rice
Wok-fired water spinach with garlic and soy, smoky and crisp. (Vegan / Gluten Free)
$18
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Green Spear Plant Chicken with Rice
Stir-fried plant-based chicken with crisp asparagus, lightly seasoned.
$25
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Lime Fire Pork Hot Pot
Tender pork simmered in a bright, zesty lime broth with Thai herbs.
$22
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Drinks
Thai iced tea, fresh sodas, and cool refreshments.
Thai Iced Tea
Classic Thai iced tea – sweet, creamy, and refreshing.
$6
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Iced Coffee
Thai-style iced coffee – rich and smooth.
$6
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Butterfly Pea Honey Lime Soda
Butterfly pea flower soda with honey and lime – vibrant and refreshing.
$6
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Hot Tea
Traditional Thai hot tea.
$6
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Sparkling Water
Chilled sparkling water.
$5
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Classic Grapes
Grape-flavored refreshment.
$5
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Red Lime Soda
Red lime soda – sweet, tangy, and fizzy.
$6
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Zero Percent Beer
Non-alcoholic beer option.
$5
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Coca-Cola
Coca-Cola Original Taste.
$3
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Sprite
Classic lemon-lime flavored soda.
$3
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Diet Coke
Refreshing, no-calorie soft drink.
$3
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Dessert
Sweet finishes to complete your Thai feast.
Sawaan Custard Toast
Warm custard toast – a sweet and comforting Thai-inspired treat.
$8
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Cheese Cake
Rich and creamy cheesecake.
$12
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Add On
Extra sides to round out your meal.
Jasmine Rice
Steamed jasmine rice.
$5
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Sticky Rice
Traditional Thai sticky rice.
$5
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Noodles
Extra portion of noodles.
$5
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Dietary Guide
V Vegetarian
VG Vegan
GF Gluten Free
🌶 Spicy
N Contains Nuts
Please inform your server of any allergies or dietary requirements. We're happy to adjust dishes to your needs.