Review on The Papaya Tree

A tiny entrance and a short walk from Kensington High Street tube station, The Papaya Tree is a modern Thai restaurant. With a contemporary style, it is ideal for romantic dining or parties in West London. Originally one of the first Thai restaurants in London, The Papaya Tree is renowned for its authentic cuisine.

The freshest herbs and vegetables are flown in twice a week from Thailand. This ensures that diners can enjoy a genuine Thai dining experience. Bright and buzzy at lunchtime, The Papaya Tree is a popular choice for a working lunch or a break from shopping on Kensington High Street.

In the evening, candlelight and smooth jazz inspire a more relaxed, intimate ambience, ideal for couples enjoying a romantic meal. Serving a wide selection of Thai dishes, from seafood and salads to chicken and noodles, The Papaya Tree invites you to enjoy a great-tasting Thai meal any time.

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Cuisine

Thai

Restaurant Opening Times

Lunch: 12.00 - 3.30pm
Dinner: 6.00 - 11.00pm

Accepted credit cards

Visa, Master Card, American Express

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Facilities at The Papaya Tree

  • Private parties
  • Vegetarian menu
  • Family Friendly

Address

The Papaya Tree
209 Kensington High Street
Kensington
West London
W8 6BD

Nearest tube station: High Street Kensington

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The Papaya Tree Sample Menu

SAMPLE EVENING MENU

THAI TAPAS


t1. jade parcels thai herb marinated chicken pieces wrapped in pandan leaves, served with a
sweet chilli dip - 8.95

t2. chiang mai salad wrap a classic dish from northern thailand. minced 'basil
infused' chicken and crispy noodles with lettuce leaves for yourself to wrap –11.95

t3. dizzy prawns breadcrumbed king prawn in a red wine and tangy tomato sauce – 8.95

t4. hot potted mussels steamed with hot basil leaves served with a hot chilli dip – 8.95

t14. papaya tree wings pan fried chicken wings topped with a tangy red wine sauce – 7.95

t15. tod mun pla thai fish cakes made from specially imported thai fish with lime leaves and
various spices – 7.95

t16. por pia tod spring rolls filled with minced chicken, vermicelli and cabbage, served with
plum sauce – 6.95

t17. satay strips of marinated chicken on bamboo skewers, with a peanut butter sauce – 7.95

t18. keaw krob wonton filled with minced pork and spices, with thai sweet chilli sauce – 6.95

t19. goong hom pah deep fried king prawn wrapped in a light pastry served with thai sweet
chilli sauce – 7.95

t20. khanom pang na goong minced prawn and spices on fried toast, served with thai sweet
chilli sauce – 6.95

t21. khanom jeep delicate steamed dumplings with minced pork and prawns topped with
fried garlic, served with sweet soya sauce – 7.95

t22. vegetarian spring rolls spring rolls filled with vermicelli, cabbage and spices, served
with plum sauce – 6.95

t23. tempura vegetables a selection of crunchy, bite-sized vegetables coated in light tempura
batter – 6.95

t24. the papaya tree collection a delicious selection of appetisers, served with a variety of
dipping sauces - for two persons – 14.95 for four persons – 27.95

SOUPS

1. tom yum soup a rich hot and sour soup with lime juice, lime leaves, lemon grass,
galangal, chilli and mushroom chicken – 7.95 prawn – 8.95 mixed seafood – 9.95

2. tom kah gai a mild coconut chicken soup, with lime juice, lemon grass and – 7.95

3. geang joot woon seang a clear and light vermicelli soup and fresh coriander
vegetables – 6.95 chicken/pork – 7.95

SALADS

4. som tum the dish of the restaurant! crunchy shredded papaya mixed with lime juice, fish sauce, chilli, minced garlic, shredded carrots, crushed peanuts and tomatoes – 11.95

5. yum neau grilled beef strips mixed with herbs, chillli and lemon dressing – 12.95

6. thai sea salad seafood tossed with lemon grass, chilli and lemon dressing – 13.95

7. yum woon sen vermicelli noodle tossed with minced pork, spring onions and carrots in a
spicy lemon dressing – 11.95

8. yum bla muk tender squid with onion seasoned with chilli lemon dressing – 13.95

9. plah goong succulent king tiger prawns with lemon grass, onions, lemon juice and fresh
coriander – 13.95

10. laab with lime juice, lime leaves, fresh coriander and chilli - chicken/pork – 11.95

11. moo nam dok barbecue strips of pork with lime juice, lime leaves and coriander – 11.95

STIR FRIES

the classics

vegetables – 10.95 chicken/pork – 11.95 beef – 12.95 prawn/seafood – 13.95

12. pad krapow fresh thai basil leaves, onion, minced chilli and garlic

13. pad kratiam garlic and cracked black pepper sauce

14. pad nam prik pow special chilli paste with onion and red and green peppers

15. pad preow wan juicy pineapple, onion, cucumber and tomatoes in a sweet & sour sauce

16. pad king sliced ginger and vegetables in a light soya sauce

17. pad nam mun hoi oyster sauce, mushroom and fresh spring onion

CHEF'S SPECIALS

18. gai pad met mamuang stir fried sliced chicken with crunchy lightly roasted cashewnuts,
spring onion, mushrooms and roasted chilli – 11.95

19. thai forest chicken stir fried spicy chicken with young stemmed peppercorns, coriander
roots, finely shredded lime leaves and bamboo shoots – 12.95

20. gai ta-krai stir fried chicken with fresh shredded lemongrass stalks, chilli, garlic and
coriander – 12.95

21. moo prik king stir fried pork with runner beans and the chefs special chilli sauce – 9.95

22. spicy seafood hotpot prawns, squid and mussels with hot thai basil leaves and chilli.
served in a covered pot to intensify the flavours into the seafood – 13.95

23. 'dizzy' prawns crispy breadcrumbed king prawn in a rich red wine and tangy tomato
sauce – 13.95

24. pla lad prik deep fried crispy seasoned fish topped with a special chilli sauce – 13.95

25. tamarind duck stir fried roasted duck in tangy tamarind juices with tomatoes and
pineapple – 13.95

CURRIES

vegetables – 10.95 chicken/pork – 11.95 beef – 12.95 prawn/seafood – 13.95

26. geang kheaw wan green curry with thai aubergine, bamboo shoots and coconut milk

27. geang pet red curry with thai aubergine, bamboo shoots and coconut milk

28. geang penang a rich and thick 'peanutty' red curry with coconut milk and shredded lime
leaves

29. massaman curry special thai curry cooked with coconut milk, potatoes, roasted nuts,
tomatoes and onion

30. jungle curry a spicy coconut-free curry from northern thailand, with special thai herbs
and spices

31. red curry of roasted duck with tomatoes and chunks of juicy pineapple with coconut
milk – 13.95

32. choo chee fish crispy seasonal fish topped with a mild red curry sauce – 13.95

NOODLES

vegetables – 10.95 chicken/pork/beef - 11.95 prawn/seafood – 12.95

33. pad thai highly popular fried rice noodles with egg, beansprouts, ground peanuts and a
wedge of lime

34. drunken noodles spicy fried rice noodles tossed with chilli and fresh basil leaves

35. pad lard nar fried noodles in a deliciously light brown gravy

36.. pad see-ew noodles fried rice noodles in dark soya sauce

37. pad bah mee noodles stir fried egg noodles with mushrooms, spring onions and baby
corn in a light soya sauce

38. crystal pad thai king tiger prawns fried with glass vermicelli noodles – 12.95

RICE

39. steamed thai jasmine rice 3.50

40. coconut rice steamed jasmine rice infused with light coconut milk – 4.95

41. kao pad stir fried rice with fresh peas, egg and a splash of soya sauce – 4.95

42. the papaya tree rice the 'king' of our rice dishes with prawn, squid, chicken, pork, onion,
tomatoes, peas and a touch of coriander leaves – 7.95

43. kao neaw famous sticky rice from northern and north east Thailand – 4.95

Restaurant menus often vary from day to day, so the above should be treated as examples of what to expect in terms of cuisine and price.

The Papaya Tree Christmas Menu

Restaurant menus often vary from day to day, so the above should be treated as examples of what to expect in terms of cuisine and price.

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