What is the best Thai restaurant in The Excelsior?

Champa Garden is our top pick for Thai restaurants in The Excelsior, scoring 8.3/10. Lao-Thai menu with standout crispy rice salad and sausage.

Any insider tips for Champa Garden?

Order sticky rice to scoop salads and curries like locals.

What should I order at Champa Garden?

Nam khao, Lao sausage with sticky rice, panang curry

When should I visit Champa Garden?

Weeknights after 7pm for easier seating

Who should go to Champa Garden?

Flavor chasers and sharers on a budget

Any insider tips for Zabb Thai Cuisine?

Ask for extra wok char on noodles for smokier flavor.

What should I order at Zabb Thai Cuisine?

Pad see ew, green curry, basil fried rice

When should I visit Zabb Thai Cuisine?

Early evening 5–7pm for fastest turnaround

Who should go to Zabb Thai Cuisine?

Weeknight takeout and casual family dinners

Best Cheap Eats Thai Restaurants in The Excelsior (94112)

2 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked

Last Updated: February 2026

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Our Top Pick

Champa Garden

Lao-Thai menu with standout crispy rice salad and sausage.

Notable Picks

#1 Champa Garden

8.3

$$ Ingleside

Vibes: Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance Hidden Gems Heaven Group Dining Gatherings

Cozy Ingleside fixture serving Lao and Thai comfort dishes with bright, punchy flavors. Nam khao and Lao sausage lead the menu, alongside reliable Thai curries and stir-fries at wallet-friendly prices.

Must-Try Dishes: Nam Khao (crispy rice salad), Lao Sausage with Sticky Rice, Panang Curry

What makes it special: Lao-Thai menu with standout crispy rice salad and sausage.

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#2 Zabb Thai Cuisine

8.1

$ Mission Terrace

Vibes: Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance Quick Bites Champions Family Friendly Favorites

Neighborhood Thai spot on Mission Street known for well-seasoned stir-fries, curries, and swift counter service. Portions are generous for the price, making it a dependable weeknight option in the Excelsior/Outer Mission corridor.

Must-Try Dishes: Pad See Ew (Chinese broccoli, wok char), Green Curry with Eggplant, Basil Fried Rice

What makes it special: Straightforward Thai staples cooked hot and fast at fair prices.

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