About Us
Vela Thai is the place to go the next time you are craving a meal just like you remember eating on the streets of Bangkok. We use authentic ingredients, right down to the spices, to make each meal specially memorable. You will love the pad Thai and spicy tom yum soup, along with the curries that are made with just the right blend of herbs and spices. We have a range of items on the menu at Vela Thai, so stop by today with the entire family. They will be happy you did.
Reviews
47 reviews
Linda
"Great food. Thank you"
16/10/2020
Petar
"One of the best Thai restaurants I’ve tried. Definitely recommend."
18/07/2020
Roslyn
"Arrived beautifully hot and was really yummy"
11/07/2020
Menu
Spring Rolls - 5 Pieces
With sweet chilli sauce.
$9.00
Roti
With satay sauce.
$9.00
Curry Puff - 5 Pieces
With sweet chili sauce.
$9.00
Prawn Crackers
With satay sauce.
$6.00
Fried Silken Tofu - 6 Pieces
With satay sauce.
$10.00
Fish Cake - 4 Pieces
With peanuts and cucumber.
$12.00
Spicy Fried Chicken Wings - 5 Pieces
$14.00
Chicken Satay Skewers - 5 Pieces
With satay sauce.
$12.00
Coconut Calamari
With sweet chilli mayo.
$15.00
Fried Soft Shell Crab
$16.00
Prawn Spring Rolls - 5 Pieces
With sweet chilli sauce.
$12.00
BBQ Chicken (Gai Yang)
With Nam Jin Jeaw dipping sauce.
(Nam Jim Jeaw - A mildly spicy relish of toasted rice powder, roasted chilli, palm sugar, tamarind essence and lime juice.)
(Nam Jim Jeaw - A mildly spicy relish of toasted rice powder, roasted chilli, palm sugar, tamarind essence and lime juice.)
$20.00
Jasmine Rice
$3.00
Coconut Rice
$5.00
Satay Sauce
$2.00
Fresh Chilli
$2.00
Soy Sauce
$2.00
Sweet Chilli Sauce
$2.00
Pad Thai Noodle (GF) Chicken
A famous Thai dish: rice noodles, tofu, egg, bean sprouts, garlic chives and ground peanuts.
$18.00
Pad Thai Noodle (GF) Prawn
A famous Thai dish: rice noodles, tofu, egg, bean sprouts, garlic chives and ground peanuts.
$20.00
Pad Kee Mao Noodle of Chicken
Thin rice noodles, Thai basil, chilli and vegetables.
$18.00
Thai Fried Rice Chicken
Carrot, spring onion and egg.
$17.00
Thai Fried Rice Prawn
Carrot, spring onion and egg.
$19.00
Pad See Ew Beef
Wide rice noodles, Chinese broccoli, carrot and egg.
$18.00
Chicken Pineapple Fried Rice
A lightly curry flavoured Thai fried rice, cashew nut and carrot.
$19.00
Pad Thai of Crispy Egg Noodle and Prawns
$23.00
Khoa Soi Beef
Khao Soi is a unique curried egg noodle, the signature dish of Chiang Mai: red onion, lemon and chilli jam on the side.
$23.00
Thai Fried Rice of Veggie
Broccoli, carrot, zucchini, spring onion and egg.
$18.00
Tom Yum Soup with Prawns (GF)
A hot and sour clear soup: mushroom and cherry tomato.
$11.00
Tom Kha Soup with Chicken (GF)
A hot and sour coconut soup: mushroom.
$10.00
Tofu, Thai Basil and Chilli (VG)
Mixed vegetables.
$19.00
Tofu Cashew Nut
With sun-dried chilli and vegetables.
$20.00
Tofu, Mushroom and Vegetables
$19.00
Mix Veggie (VG)
Stir fried cauliflower, broccoli, zucchini, carrot, onion, garlic and corainder.
$18.00
Vegan Pineapple Fried Rice (VG)
No egg. A lightly curry flavoured Thai fried rice, pineapple, cashew nut, pea, carrot, broccoli and zucchini.
$19.00
Vegan Pineapple Fried Rice (No Eggs)(VG)
A lightly curry fried rice, broccoli, carrot, pineapple, pea and cashew nut.
$19.00
Roasted Pumpkin and Turmeric Curry (VG)
Asian greens and mushroom.
$22.00
Green Papaya (Som Tum) Gluten Free
Chilli, long bean, peanuts and cherry tomato.
$18.00
Green Papaya (Som Tum) Vegetarian
Chilli, long bean, peanuts and cherry tomato.
$18.00
Chicken Salad (Larb Gai) (GF)
A traditional Thai Isaan (Northeast Thailand) salad: chicken mince, red onion, toasted ground rice and Thai herbs.
$19.00
Grilled Beef Salad (Yum Nuer) (GF)
Cherry tomato, cucumber, fresh herb salad and spicy lime dressing.
$19.00
Crispy Pork Belly Salad
Toasted ground rice and dry chilli flakes and fresh herb salad.
$22.00
Prawn Salad (Pla Goong)
Lemongrass, red onion, cherry tomato, fresh herb salad and spicy coconut dressing.
$23.00
Soft Drink - 375ml
$3.50
Ginger Beer - 375ml
$4.50
San Pellegrino - Sparkling Mineral Water - 500ml
$6.50
San Pellegrino - 330ml Orange and Pomegranate
$5.50
San Pellegrino - 330ml Clementina
$5.50
Thai Basil Chicken Regular
Fresh chilli, garlic and vegetables.
$19.00
Thai Basil Chicken Gluten Free
Fresh chilli, garlic and vegetables.
$19.00
Cashew Nut Chicken Regular
With sun-dried chilli and vegetables.
$20.00
Cashew Nut Chicken Gluten Free
With sun-dried chilli and vegetables.
$20.00
Chicken Satay Sauce
Roasted peanut and mixed vegetables.
$20.00
Beef with Kaffir Lime Leaves and Lemongrass
Sun dried chilli and mixed vegetables.
$20.00
Prawns Potted with Vermicelli
Ginger, spring onion, broccoli, carrot and coriander.
$25.00
Honey Duck with Thai Basil
Roasted honey leg duck, garlic and vegetables.
$25.00
Prawn Pepper and Garlic
$24.00
Ka-Na Mhu Krob Regular
Crispy pork belly, Chinese broccoli and garlic.
$22.00
Ka-Na Mhu Krob Gluten Free
Crispy pork belly, Chinese broccoli and garlic.
$22.00
Spicy Crispy Pork Belly
Crispy pork belly, long bean, capsicum and red chili spice.
$23.00
Green Curry of Silken Tofu Gluten Free
Thai basil, bamboo shoots, eggplant and zucchini.
$20.00
Green Curry of Silken Tofu Vegetarian
Thai basil, bamboo shoots, eggplant and zucchini.
$20.00
Pad Thai Veggie Noodle Gluten Free
A famous Thai dish: rice noodles, tofu, egg, bean sprouts, broccoli, carrot, garlic chives and ground peanuts.
$18.00
Pad Thai Veggie Noodle Vegetarian
A famous Thai dish: rice noodles, tofu, egg, bean sprouts, broccoli, carrot, garlic chives and ground peanuts.
$18.00
Regular Fillet
$26.00
Regular Whole
$36.00
Pepper and Garlic Fillet
Crispy barramundi, black pepper, garlic and greens.
$26.00
Pepper and Garlic Whole
Crispy barramundi, black pepper, garlic and greens.
$36.00
Thai Spicy Herb Fillet
Crisp fried barramundi, Thai herbs, coriander, kaffir lime leaves, lemongrass, chilli and fresh vegetables.
$26.00
Thai Spicy Herb Whole
Crisp fried barramundi, Thai herbs, coriander, kaffir lime leaves, lemongrass, chilli and fresh vegetables.
$36.00
Sweet and Sour Fillet
Crispy barramundi, pineapple, tomato, capsicum and cucumber.
$26.00
Sweet and Sour Whole
Crispy barramundi, pineapple, tomato, capsicum and cucumber.
$36.00
Tamarind Sauce Fillet
Crispy barramundi, crispy fried shallot and garlic.
$26.00
Tamarind Sauce Whole
Crispy barramundi, crispy fried shallot and garlic.
$36.00
Three Flavor Barramundi Fillet
Crispy fried barramundi, garlic, chilli and crispy Thai basil.
$26.00
Three Flavor Barramundi Whole
Crispy fried barramundi, garlic, chilli and crispy Thai basil.
$36.00
Green Chicken Curry (GF)
Thai basil, bamboo shoots, eggplant and zucchini.
$20.00
Red Chicken Curry (GF)
Thai basil, bamboo shoots, eggplant and zucchini.
$20.00
Yellow Curry of Fried Tofu
Grilled cauliflower, broccoli, carrot, turmeric and crispy fried shallot.
$20.00
Prawn Curry (GF)
Prawns, turmeric, chat potato, sweet potato, cauliflower and crispy fried shallot.
$25.00
Massaman Beef Curry (GF)
A signature curry of Thailand: braise brisket beef, chat potato, sweet potato, peanut and crispy fried shallot.
$24.00
Honey Duck Curry
Roasted honey leg duck, pineapple, lychee, cherry tomatoes, capsicum and Thai basil.
$25.00
Contact Us
Find Us
147 Bay Street, Port Melbourne, 3207
Opening Hours
Monday
4:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday
4:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday
4:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Thursday
4:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Friday
4:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Saturday
4:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Sunday
Closed
Please note, delivery times may vary.
We deliver to
3003 West Melbourne, 3004 Melbourne, 3006 South Wharf, 3006 Southbank, 3008 Docklands, 3141 South Yarra, 3181 Windsor, 3182 St Kilda, 3182 St Kilda West, 3205 South Melbourne, 3206 Albert Park, 3206 Middle Park, 3207 Port Melbourne