Tai
Explore the Tai Menu UK, featuring a delicious selection of vegan-friendly Chinese and Asian-inspired dishes. From crispy vegetable spring rolls, flavourful dumplings, and refreshing salads to aromatic soups, soya chicken curries, spicy soya beef, and freshly prepared stir-fried vegetables, the menu offers plenty of satisfying choices. Enjoy house special fried noodles, fragrant rice dishes, and tasty plant-based specialities prepared with traditional Asian flavours. Complete your meal with coconut tapioca pudding, homemade pumpkin cake, refreshing drinks, and a selection of delicious dipping sauces. Whether you’re craving something spicy, savoury, or comforting, Tai offers a varied menu for an enjoyable Asian-inspired dining experience.
Appetisers
Discover delicious vegan starters featuring crispy spring rolls, savoury soya specialities, sesame toast, and flavourful dumplings with tempting dips.
| Name & Detail | Price |
|---|---|
| Vegetable Spring Roll 8 Pieces(Vegan)香炸素春卷 Vegetarian spring rolls,packed with a delicious mixture of chinese cabbage, carrot, green beans ,onion and mushroom ,these spring rolls make a fantastic flavour especially when served with sweet chilli dipping sauce,tasty and delicious! | £6.80 |
| Deep-Fried Soya Shrimp with Salt and Pepper(Vegan)椒盐素虾 Amazing flavor ,Deep-fried Soya-made shrimp with crispy skin and much tender texture served with salt and pepper ! | £10.80 |
| Soya Chicken with Salt and Pepper（Vegan) 椒盐素鸡块 It’s delicious! Wok fried spices and vegetables are mixed with battered Soya-made chicken to create the ultimate combination of salt, spice and crunch, have a try! | £9.80 |
| Sesame Toast 6 Pieces（Vegan)芝麻多士 Classic Chinese starter. Deep fried bread with crispy golden bread-crumb and sesame on top, served with sweet chili sauce for dipping! | £6.80 |
| Soya-made Chicken Satay with Peanut Dipping Sauce 4 Skewers(香素沙爹鸡串 Vegan) Soya-made chicken satay is traditionally an appetizer. Perfect blend of tender, juicy soya chicken served with the tasty creamy ,a lightly spicy and sweet peanut sauce, it’s too good to miss! | £9.80 |
| Veg Fried Pot – Sticker Dumplings (Vegan) 6 Pieces素锅贴 These potstickers are served steam with a crispy bottom and filled with healthy vegetables,it’s juicy ,crispy and scrumptious,perfect served with vinegar or soya sauce! | £7.80 |
| Onion Rings 8 Pieces(Vegan)香炸洋葱圈 Up your snack and side dish with a crowd-friendly recipe for hot, crispy and crunchy Battered Onion Rings. These onion rings are also perfect for giving your salads a little crunch.perfect served with sweet and chili sauce! | £6.80 |
Salad
Enjoy refreshing salad selections combining crisp vegetables, delicate seasonings, fresh avocado, and vibrant flavours for a satisfying light bite.
| Name & Detail | Price |
|---|---|
| Soya King Prawn with Avocado（Vegan) 牛油果大虾沙拉 Brilliant combination of flavours,the tender texture of Soya prawn and the fresh avocado.The fresh colour and flavours of this dish are so summery,gorgeous and perfect dish for any occasion! | £11.80 |
| Red Cabbage Salad（紫甘蓝沙拉） Tossed with incredible white vinegar and garnished with sesame seeds.This salad is crunchy, refreshing, and serves perfectly as a side dish or even an appetizer. | £7.80 |
| Marinated Cold Cucumber in Garlic（凉拌黄瓜） This cool cucumber salad is the perfect appetizer. It’s garlicky, tangy, and spicy. They’re great when served with fried rice, or stir fry noodle . | £7.80 |
Soup
Warm up with aromatic vegan soups featuring traditional Asian spices, nourishing vegetables, and deliciously balanced hot and sour flavours.
| Name & Detail | Price |
|---|---|
| Hot and Sour Soup（Vegan)酸辣汤 It’s hearty, savoury, sour – and spicy as you want it to be. Filled with wood ear mushrooms, Chinese Tofu,sliced carrots and bamboo shoots.Hot and Sour soup is thickened with cornstarch so the soup is beautifully glossy. | £5.80 |
| Thai Tom Yum Soup（Vegan)泰式冬阴功汤 Hot flavor with fragrant spices and herbs generously used in the soup. | £5.80 |
Main Course
Explore satisfying vegan main dishes featuring soya chicken, beef, duck, and prawns prepared with aromatic sauces and spices.
| Name & Detail | Price |
|---|---|
| Soya Beef with Thai Red Curry（Vegan) 泰式咖喱素牛 A delicious red coconut curry, made by succulent soya-made beef with potato and carrots. The heat of the curry is tamed by the creamy coconut milk.It’s worth a try! | £9.80 |
| Sweet and Sour Soya Chicken（Vegan) 咕咾素鸡 A classic Chinese-Style sweet and sour Soya-made chicken dish,stir-fried soya chicken with pepper and pineapple chunks, it’s delicate, smooth and amazing. | £9.80 |
| Soya Chicken Curry（Vegan) 咖喱素鸡 A crowd-pleasing Soya chicken curry, Soya chicken chunks curry is a delicious dish made with soya chicken , spices, onions, potato and herbs. This vegan curry is the ultimate comfort food! | £9.80 |
| Soya Chicken in Black Bean Sauce（Vegan)豆豉素鸡 Stir-fried the tender soya-made chicken with black beans(unique flavored with ginger and garlic),spring onions and green and red pepper .These ingredients add a delightful salty, umami flavor to this dish, it’s delicious! | £9.80 |
| Soya Chicken in Spicy Sauce（Vegan)香辣鸡 This moist ,flavorful Soya-made chicken tossed in some cornstarch and quickly fried up, stir up with great dry chili and soya sauce, top with fresh spring onion,delicious! | £9.80 |
| Soya Duck with Ginger and Spring Onion（Vegan) 姜葱素鸭 A classic delicious Chinese dish.Full-flavoured, tender and juicy mixture of Soya-made duck is stir-fried with fresh scallion and ginger ,makes a tasty and wonderful dish. You can serve with freshly cooked white rice or noodle for lunch or dinner. Enjoy! | £11.80 |
| Soya Beef in Black Bean Sauce（Vegan) 豉椒素牛肉 Try this delicious stir-fry using tender veg soya-made beef, pepper,ginger, and garlic. Opt for a good quality black bean sauce – it will make all the difference. | £9.80 |
| Stir Fried Soya King Prawn with Asparagus(Vegan)芦笋炒大虾 Soya King Prawn stir fried with fresh, tender and sweet Asparagus , it ‘s perfect with steam rice, have a try and make your day bright! | £11.80 |
| Soya Beef with Teriyari Sauce（Vegan)照烧素牛肉 Every piece of Soya beef is tender ,juicy and coated in a sweet and sticky teriyaki sauce! | £9.80 |
| Soya Beef in Spicy Sauce（Vegan)香辣素牛 Deep fried soya-made beef stir fry with classic Sichuan chili bean paste,dry chili and fresh spring onion , garnish with sesame seed ,it’s crispy,spicy and yummy! | £9.80 |
Vegetables
Savour freshly prepared vegetable dishes featuring tender broccoli, mushrooms, aubergine, asparagus, and green beans with distinctive Asian seasonings.
| Name & Detail | Price |
|---|---|
| Stir Fried Broccoli with Garlic（蒜蓉西兰花） This delicious side dish combines stir fry broccoli with garlic, flavoured with sesame oil and soy sauce. A quick garnish of spring onions and sesame seeds, and the dish is ready to enjoy. | £8.80 |
| Mushroom in Vegetarian Stir-Fry Sauce（Vegan) 蚝油蘑菇 A delicious stir fry dish. Fresh button mushrooms are stir-fried with onions, garlic and seasoned with a vegetarian stir-fry sauce. | £7.80 |
| Fried Aubergine with Green Pepper and Soya Mince(红烧茄子） A very popular dish in northern China.Deep fried Aubergine with green pepper and soya mince! | £8.80 |
| Stir Fried Mixed Vegetables（清炒四蔬） Colorful ,tasty and juicy stir fry vegetables dish.Jam-packed with fresh vegetables like carrots, broccoli, mushroom and courgette. | £7.80 |
| Stir Fried French Bean with Garlic Sauce（蒜蓉四季豆） Chinese-style garlic green beans are the perfect side dish. The green beans are flash fried, which gently blisters the skin but keeps the center tender and lightly crisp. Then, sauté the green beans with minced garlic to get this mouth-watering side dish. | £7.80 |
| Asparagus in Mushroom Vegetarian Stir-Fry Sauce（Vegan) 蚝油芦笋 Thick asparagus, with its meaty stem, is preferred because it married well with the mushroom vegetarian stir-fry sauce. Garlic flakes and a touch of stir-fry sauce give this asparagus dish lots of flavor and texture.It makes a nice vegetable accompaniment to any meal! | £9.80 |
Rice and Noodles
Discover fragrant rice dishes and delicious stir-fried noodles prepared with colourful vegetables, savoury sauces, and tasty soya ingredients.
| Name & Detail | Price |
|---|---|
| Coconut Rice with Pineapple（椰汁拌饭） Fluffy wonderful rice with exotic flavour of pineapple and coconut is a very delicious dish to accomplish,have a try! | £5.80 |
| House Special Fried Noodles（Vegan)招牌炒面 These pan fried noodles are tossed with colorful vegetables and coated in a savory sauce, stir fry with some shredded carrots ,bean sprout ,shredded Soya-made chicken, soya sausage and white onions along with fresh spring onion, it’s tasty! | £8.80 |
| House Special Fried Rice(Vegan) 招牌炒饭 Tender texture of soya prawn,soya sausage and fried rice garnish with green peas and sweetcorn, it’s full of rich savory flavors, it’s irresistibly delicious! | £9.80 |
| Fried Noodles with Bean Sprouts and Spring Onions（芽菜炒面） A superhealthy and refreshing meal to perk up any Asian-style dish,Fried noodle with bean sprout ,carrot slice and white onions ,top with a fresh and great spring to serve, it’ s gorgeous! | £7.80 |
| Jasmine Steamed Rice（白饭） Jasmine rice is a particularly fine, medium-grain type of rice. It is fragrant when cooked. The polished white rice is perfectly served with any dishes! | £3.80 |
| Soya Chicken Chow Mein（Vegan) 素鸡丝炒面 These stir fry noodles are loaded with soya-made chicken slice and colorful vegetables with a savory sauce, it is delicious and refreshing! | £8.80 |
| Singapore Style Stir Fried Vermicelli（Vegan)炒星米 A firm takeout favourite! With its signature curry flavour and yellow hue, Singapore Noodles are made with thin rice noodles, fresh bean sprout, spring onion, soya-made sausage slice,green and red peppers. This is worth trying with whatever you have! | £8.80 |
| Mix Vegetable with Rice(杂菜炒饭） Stir fried rice with mix fresh vegetable, with fresh spring onion on the top.it’s delicious! | £7.80 |
Desserts
Complete your dining experience with delightful Asian desserts featuring creamy coconut tapioca pudding and sweet homemade pumpkin cake.
| Name & Detail | Price |
|---|---|
| Tapioca Pudding with Coconut Milk（椰汁西米露） Tapioca is made of little pearls and combining it with coconut milk that give a nice texture to a dessert, A light and refreshing dessert that’s perfect with any meal or summer entertainment. | £4.80 |
| Home Made Pumpkin Cake（手工南瓜饼)4 Pieces Pumpkin cake is usually fresh pumpkin that’s cooked and pureed. Flavoured with fresh and sweet taste of pumpkin and topped with crunchy sesame creat a wonderful range of textures! | £5.80 |
Drinks
Refresh your palate with a selection of popular fizzy soft drinks and mineral water, ideal alongside flavourful meals.
| Name & Detail | Price |
|---|---|
| Coca Cola | £1.80 |
| Diet Coke | £1.80 |
| Sprite | £1.80 |
| Fanta Orange(芬达） | £1.80 |
| Mineral Water Refreshing and hydrating natural water. | £1.50 |
| Pepsi | £1.80 |
Sauce
Enhance your favourite dishes with delicious dipping sauces featuring sweet, spicy, tangy, and savoury flavours for extra enjoyment.
| Name & Detail | Price |
|---|---|
| Satay Sauce (沙爹酱 Vegan Peanut Contains) Vegan peanut sauce with a rich and creamy flavour. | £1.00 |
| Sweet and Sour Sauce （甜酸酱 Vegan) Used as a dip for crispy spring roll ,deep-fried vegan chicken or whatever takes your fancy! | £1.00 |
| Sweet Chili Sauce(甜辣酱 Vegan) Vegan sweet chilli sauce with a balanced sweet-heat flavour. Ideal for dipping and drizzling. | £1.00 |
| Homemade Chili Sauce(辣酱 Vegan) Spicy and savory vegan chili sauce. | £1.00 |
| Black Vinegar (香陈醋 Vegan) It can be used as a dipping sauce for potsticker dumplings or crispy wontons. | £1.00 |
| Hoisin Sauce(海鲜酱 Vegan) The sweet, savory and smoky taste is a perfect dipping sauce for crispy Soya-made duck ,perfectly serve with cucumber ,fresh onion slice and warm pancakes . | £1.00 |
Popular Items at Tai
Tai offers a varied selection of plant-based Chinese and Thai-inspired dishes, making it easy to find something for a satisfying lunch, evening meal, or takeaway. Its soya-based specialities, rice dishes, and noodles are worth exploring when deciding what to order.
- Sweet and Sour Soya Chicken is a familiar choice for anyone who enjoys traditional Chinese-style flavours with a plant-based twist.
- House Special Fried Noodles makes a practical choice for a complete noodle-based meal with vegetables and savoury flavours.
- Soya Beef with Thai Red Curry suits diners who enjoy aromatic curries with a creamy texture and warming spices.
- Vegetable Spring Roll 8 Pieces is a convenient starter for sharing or enjoying alongside a main dish.
- House Special Fried Rice offers a satisfying rice-based option for customers who want several ingredients combined in one dish.
Budget-Friendly Choices at Tai
Eating affordably at Tai is straightforward when focusing on individual rice dishes, noodles, soups, and smaller starters. UK customers looking to manage their takeaway spending can build a satisfying order without choosing several mains or unnecessary extras.
| Option Type | What to Expect | Smart Choice Example |
|---|---|---|
| Value meals | Filling dishes that work as standalone orders | Mix Vegetable with Rice |
| Light meals | Smaller dishes for modest appetites | Hot and Sour Soup |
| Saver choices | Simple dishes without multiple extras | Fried Noodles with Bean Sprouts and Spring Onions |
| Everyday picks | Convenient options for regular lunches | Soya Chicken Chow Mein |
- Choosing Singapore Style Stir Fried Vermicelli as a standalone meal can help avoid spending extra on additional sides.
- Ordering Coconut Rice with Pineapple alongside one main allows customers to create a simple meal while controlling the number of dishes.
- Smaller starters such as Sesame Toast 6 Pieces can suit customers who want something to snack on without ordering a full main course.
What to Order at Tai Based on Your Needs
Choosing from the Tai menu becomes easier when considering your appetite, preferred flavours, and whether you want a full meal or something light. The restaurant’s selection includes convenient noodle dishes, plant-based protein alternatives, and vegetable-focused options.
- For solo meals: House Special Fried Noodles provides a convenient single-dish option without requiring several accompaniments.
- For soya chicken lovers: Soya Chicken in Black Bean Sauce suits customers who enjoy savoury Chinese-style dishes with rich seasoning.
- For beef-style flavours: Soya Beef with Teriyari Sauce offers a plant-based option for those who enjoy a sweet and savoury combination.
- For budget-conscious customers: Mix Vegetable with Rice is a practical choice when you want a straightforward meal with minimal extras.
- For quick takeaway: Soya Chicken Chow Mein is a convenient noodle dish that can be ordered as a complete meal.
- For spicy food lovers: Soya Beef in Spicy Sauce is worth considering if you enjoy a noticeable chilli kick.
- For a lighter appetite: Marinated Cold Cucumber in Garlic offers a refreshing option without committing to a heavy main course.
What to Know Before Ordering from Tai
Before placing an order at Tai, consider how many dishes you need and whether your chosen main requires rice or noodles alongside it. Checking ingredients, sauces, and portion preferences beforehand can make ordering more convenient.
- Portion sizes and serving styles differ between starters, soups, standalone noodle dishes, and main courses.
- Rice and noodles are listed separately, so check whether your selected main includes an accompaniment before ordering.
- Adding extra sauces, drinks, or side dishes can increase the final cost of your meal.
- Soya Duck with Ginger and Spring Onion may suit customers wanting a substantial plant-based main with a separate rice accompaniment.
- The menu includes peanut-based sauces and soya ingredients, so customers with food allergies should confirm preparation and cross-contact risks directly.
- Dish availability and preparation options may change, so checking the latest menu before ordering is sensible.
Is Tai Halal, Vegan, or Vegetarian Friendly?
Tai is particularly suitable for customers exploring plant-based Chinese and Thai-inspired food, with numerous dishes explicitly labelled vegan on its published menu. However, halal certification is not confirmed, and dishes without clear dietary labels should be checked directly with the restaurant before ordering.
| Category | Availability |
|---|---|
| Halal | Halal certification is not confirmed on the published menu. Customers should verify ingredients and preparation directly with Tai. |
| Vegetarian | A wide selection of vegetable, rice, noodle, and soya-based dishes is available. Confirm individual ingredients where necessary. |
| Vegan | Many starters, soups, mains, noodles, and sauces are explicitly marked vegan. Check unlabelled dishes and cross-contact arrangements before ordering. |
Alternatives to Tai
Customers exploring restaurants similar to Tai may also want to consider other UK dining options that offer Asian-inspired dishes, vegetable-based meals, or customisable takeaway choices.
- Wagamama is worth exploring for Asian-inspired noodles, rice dishes, and plant-based meal options.
- itsu offers convenient Asian-inspired meals for customers seeking lighter lunches or quick takeaway.
- Pho is another option for customers interested in Vietnamese-inspired noodle soups, rice dishes, and vegetarian choices.
Tai Frequently Asked Questions
General FAQs
1. What type of food does Tai serve?
Tai offers a selection of Asian-inspired dishes, including Chinese and Thai-style meals. The menu features vegan appetisers, soups, soya-based main courses, vegetables, rice, noodles, desserts, and drinks.
2. Does Tai offer vegan food options?
Yes, Tai offers numerous vegan dishes, including Vegetable Spring Rolls, Soya Chicken Curry, Sweet and Sour Soya Chicken, Hot and Sour Soup, and House Special Fried Noodles.
3. What appetisers are available on the Tai menu?
The Tai menu includes Vegetable Spring Rolls, Deep-Fried Soya Shrimp with Salt and Pepper, Sesame Toast, Soya-made Chicken Satay, Veg Fried Pot-Sticker Dumplings, and Onion Rings.
4. Does Tai serve vegetarian chicken and beef alternatives?
Yes, Tai features plant-based chicken, beef, duck, and prawn alternatives made from soya. These ingredients appear in various curries, stir-fries, noodle dishes, and other main courses.
5. What types of soups are available at Tai?
Tai offers Hot and Sour Soup and Thai Tom Yum Soup. Both are labelled vegan and feature Asian-inspired flavours, with spicy, savoury, and aromatic ingredients.
6. Does Tai offer spicy dishes?
Yes, Tai offers spicy options such as Soya Chicken in Spicy Sauce, Soya Beef in Spicy Sauce, Thai Tom Yum Soup, and Hot and Sour Soup.
7. What rice and noodle dishes are available at Tai?
Tai serves Coconut Rice with Pineapple, House Special Fried Rice, Jasmine Steamed Rice, Soya Chicken Chow Mein, Singapore Style Stir Fried Vermicelli, and several other rice and noodle dishes.
8. Are there any gluten-free options at Tai?
The Tai menu does not clearly identify gluten-free dishes. Customers with gluten intolerance or coeliac disease should confirm ingredients, sauces, and cross-contact risks directly with the restaurant before ordering.
9. Does Tai offer desserts?
Yes, Tai offers Tapioca Pudding with Coconut Milk and Home Made Pumpkin Cake. These desserts provide sweet options for customers who want to finish their meals with something different.
10. What sauces are available at Tai?
Tai offers Satay Sauce, Sweet and Sour Sauce, Sweet Chili Sauce, Homemade Chili Sauce, Black Vinegar, and Hoisin Sauce. The menu labels these sauces as vegan.
Pricing FAQs
1. How much do appetisers cost at Tai?
Appetiser prices at Tai range from £6.80 to £10.80. Options include Vegetable Spring Rolls for £6.80, Veg Fried Pot-Sticker Dumplings for £7.80, and Deep-Fried Soya Shrimp for £10.80.
2. What is the price of main courses at Tai?
Main courses at Tai range from £9.80 to £11.80. Many soya-based chicken and beef dishes cost £9.80, while selected duck and king prawn dishes cost £11.80.
3. How much does Soya Chicken Curry cost at Tai?
Soya Chicken Curry costs £9.80. The dish features soya chicken pieces cooked with spices, onions, potatoes, and herbs.
4. What is the price of soups at Tai?
Both Hot and Sour Soup and Thai Tom Yum Soup cost £5.80 each, offering customers two vegan soup options at the same listed price.
5. How much do rice dishes cost at Tai?
Rice dishes range from £3.80 to £9.80. Jasmine Steamed Rice costs £3.80, Coconut Rice with Pineapple costs £5.80, and House Special Fried Rice costs £9.80.
6. What are the prices of noodle dishes at Tai?
Noodle dishes range from £7.80 to £8.80. Fried Noodles with Bean Sprouts and Spring Onions costs £7.80, while Soya Chicken Chow Mein and House Special Fried Noodles each cost £8.80.
7. How much do vegetable dishes cost at Tai?
Vegetable dishes range from £7.80 to £9.80. Stir Fried Mixed Vegetables costs £7.80, Stir Fried Broccoli with Garlic costs £8.80, and Asparagus in Mushroom Vegetarian Stir-Fry Sauce costs £9.80.
8. What are the dessert prices at Tai?
Tai offers Tapioca Pudding with Coconut Milk for £4.80 and Home Made Pumpkin Cake, containing four pieces, for £5.80.
9. How much do drinks cost at Tai?
Most soft drinks, including Coca Cola, Diet Coke, Sprite, Fanta Orange, and Pepsi, cost £1.80 each. Mineral Water is available for £1.50.
10. Are sauces charged separately at Tai?
The Tai menu lists individual sauces at £1.00 each. Available choices include Satay Sauce, Sweet and Sour Sauce, Sweet Chili Sauce, Homemade Chili Sauce, Black Vinegar, and Hoisin Sauce.
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