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The best parts of dining out with friends is sharing food and lively conversation. At Thai Chef Restaurant in Lahaina, HI, you can trade your best stories over mouthwatering Thai food appetizers. Here’s a list of their best offerings, including vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options.

A Comprehensive List of Must-Try Thai Food Appetizers

1. Chicken Potstickers

This fabulous gluten-free option is stuffed with savory chicken, onion, and cabbage and served with a sweet-hot chili garlic sauce. Get two orders, because they’re sure to go fast!

2. Fish Patties

Also gluten-free, these tender, delicious fish and veggie cakes are served with a cucumber relish and ground peanuts. Order this Thai food classic when you’re in the mood for authentic flavor!

3. Thai Spring Rolls

Aromatic and tasty, these lightly deep-fried rolls are stuffed with chicken and veggies and presented with cucumber, mint, and a sweet pineapple dipping sauce. If your party is hungry, order one for everybody!

4. Summer Rolls

thai foodThis delicate dish is a light, fresh vegan or vegetarian option. A rice paper wrapper holds rice noodles and delectable vegetables, all of which are served with peanut sauce. Summer rolls are a healthy treat for any palate and a perfect start to a Thai food feast.

5. Thai Toast

One of Thai Chef Restaurant’s specialties, this appetizer features ground crab and pork and an onion-carrot blend. Once the mixture is spread on toast, it’s lightly battered with egg and fried. 

6. Chicken or Shrimp Satay

A standard Thai food appetizer is satay—savory spiced and grilled meats. Choose marinated chicken or shrimp, or one of each, and enjoy the pure protein in a rich peanut dipping sauce.

Thai food is often served family-style, so appetizers make the perfect start to a meal with friends. At Thai Chef Restaurant, they have been serving up tasty cuisine to Maui locals and visitors since 1985. Their menu of classic Thai dishes will please vegans, vegetarians, and omnivores alike—as well as gluten-free diners. Check out their online menu, or call (808) 667-2814 to make a reservation.

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