What to order at Maenam

Must order
The crispy oyster pad Thai with the chef's tasting; chef Angus An runs the kitchen.
Signature dishes
Crispy oyster pad Thai, Spot prawn curry
Editor tip
Reservations on OpenTable open 30 days out; the bar walks in for pad Thai and a Tiger beer.
CuisineThai
Price$$$
Neighborhoodkitsilano
HoursTue-Sat 17:00-22:00, closed Sun-Mon
Last verified

Signature dishes: Crispy oyster pad Thai, Spot prawn curry

Must order: The crispy oyster pad Thai with the chef's tasting; chef Angus An runs the kitchen.

Tip: Reservations on OpenTable open 30 days out; the bar walks in for pad Thai and a Tiger beer.

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Location

Address: 1938 West 4th Avenue, Vancouver, BC V6J 1M5

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