Best Cheap Eats Thai Restaurants in Chinatown (94108)
2 hand-picked restaurants, AI-analyzed and critic-validated
Notable Picks
#1
Hed verythai
8.3
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Quick Bites Champions
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Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Alleyway Thai near Union Square serving khao gaeng-style set plates—tri-color rice with rotating curries, stir-fries, and a small dessert. Locals like it for punchy Isan flavors, quick service, and solid value just off the main shopping streets.
Must-Try Dishes:
Khao gaeng set (tri-color rice + curry trio), Pork belly set, Yum goong (shrimp salad)
What makes it special: Set-meal format brings a balanced Thai spread on one tray.
Worthy Picks
7.9
Counter-service spot focused on Thai khao mun gai—poached chicken over fragrant rice with gingery chile sauce. A fast, repeatable lunch fix for FiDi office crowds and solo diners.
Must-Try Dishes:
The Original (khao mun gai), The King (extra chicken + soft egg), The Marina (salad/brown-rice variation)
What makes it special: Single-focus menu nails Thai chicken-and-rice comfort.