Lotus Thai Bistro Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to Lotus Thai Bistro, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Palo Alto. With a menu that balances authenticity and creativity, this bistro promises a delightful culinary journey through Thailand. Start with their Thai BBQ, featuring tender, flavorful baby back ribs, or indulge in the crispy duck
The lunch specials are not to be missed, especially the Murtabak, a Thai-style pancake bursting with savory ground chicken and spices. Vegetarians will appreciate dishes like the green bean stir-fry and vibrant sweet and sour vegetables.
Feedback from patrons highlights the generous portions and incredible flavors, making Lotus a must-visit for both locals and newcomers. Whether craving Pad Thai or a sweet end with mango sticky rice, the bistro's commitment to quality is evident in every bite. Come, savor the flavors, and discover why this place is quickly becoming a favorite!
Lunch Menu - Lotus Special
Thai BBQ
Thai-style bbq
Crispy Duck
with basil sauce
Baby Back Ribs
served with steamed vegetables
Salmon Tamarind
tamarind sauce
Grilled Salmon
garlic lemongrass sauce
Grilled Cod
garlic lemongrass sauce
Murtabak
Thai-style pancake stuffed with ground chicken, curry spices, cucumber salad
Lunch Menu - Lunch Special
Lunch Menu - Sauted Style
Ginger
ginger, mushroom, bell pepper, onion, garlic
Sweet and Sour
pineapple onions, bell pepper, cucumber, tomato, carrot
Basil
sweet basil, bell pepper, Thai chili, garlic
Eggplant
eggplant, bell pepper, sweet basil, Thai chili, garlic
Green Bean
green bean, red curry paste, kaffir leaf
Broccoli
broccoli, mushroom, carrot, oyster sauce
Garlic
garlic and grounded pepper, lettuce
Green Curry
bamboo root, bell pepper, sweet basil, coconut milk
Red Curry
eggplant, bell pepper, sweet basil, coconut milk
Yellow Curry
steamed potato, carrot, onion, coconut milk
Panang Curry
kaffir leaf, bell pepper, coconut milk
Mus-Sa-Mun Curry
potato, carrot, onion, coconut milk
Pumpkin Curry
pumpkin, red curry sauce, bell pepper, sweet basil, coconut milk
Choo-Chee Curry
red curry sauce, bell pepper, mushroom, kaffir leaf, coconut milk
Lunch Menu - Thai Curry
Lunch Menu - Rice & Noodle
Pad Thai
Pad See-Ew
Thai Chow-Mein
Lard Na
Spicy Noodle
Tom Yum Noodle Soup
Tom Kha Noodle Soup
Thai Fried Rice
Spicy Fried Rice
Chicken Pot Stickers
3 pieces
Chicken Satay
2 pieces
Fried Spring Rolls
3 pieces. vegetarian
Fresh Rolls
4 pieces. vegetarian
Roti with Curry Sauce
vegetarian
Fried Tofu
vegetarian
Samosa
2 pieces. vegetarian
Cucumber Salad
vegetarian
Peanut Sauce
Fried Egg
Jasmine Rice
Brown Rice
Coconut Rice
Lunch Menu - Side Orders
Lunch Menu - Street Food Special
Crispy Popcorn Chicken
bite-size crispy chicken coated with pad thai sauce
Pork Omelet Over Rice
served with special curry sauce
Crab & Shrimp Omelet Over Rice
served with special curry sauce
Chicken Khao Soi Noodle
Northern Thai coconut curry noodle soup
Sweet Rice & Mango
Lunch Menu - Desserts
Lunch Menu - Beverages
Thai Iced Tea
Thai Iced Coffee
Regular Iced Tea
Lemonade
Apple Juice
Martinelli's
Soda
Tom Yum Soup
hot & sour lemongrass soup
Tom Kha Soup
creamy hot & sour soup
Dinner Menu - Soup
Dinner Menu - Salad
Som Tum Green Papaya Salad
fresh green papaya, green bean, carrot, tomato, peanut, garlic, chili, traditional Thai som tum dressing
Mango Lemongrass Salad
Thai herbs, cashew nut, spicy dressing, with your protein choice
Haw-Mok
red curry sauce, cabbage, sweet basil, coconut milk
Dinner Menu - Thai Curry
Dinner Menu - Rice & Noodle
Pineapple Fried Rice
served in a pineapple shell