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Big Bad Thai

Thai Curries, Vegan Menu, Beachside

Worth ordering: Pad thainamed in 9 reviews

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Top tips

Ask about: animal ingredients Ask about: cross-contamination Ask about: uncertain ingredients

  • Try the massaman curry and green curry with tofu for popular vegan dishes.
  • Good to know: Ask staff to double-check if dishes contain fish sauce or eggs to avoid hidden animal ingredients.
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  • Enjoy outdoor seating for views of the beach and ocean.
  • Visit early or expect a wait, as the restaurant is busy at lunch and dinner times.

People mention

Mango sticky rice, yellow curry and massaman curry.

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Also green curry, spring rolls, fried banana, sticky rice, fried rice and red curry.

Good for

The vibe: dates The vibe: groups

Praised for friendly service, beautiful interior and attentive service.

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Also praised for generous portions, cozy atmosphere, fast service and good value.

Good to know

  • Gluten-free options
  • Outdoor seating
  • Lunch, dinner, takeout

About

Big Bad Thai serves classic Thai dishes like massaman and green curry with tofu, situated right on the beach with ocean views from its two floors. The restaurant has a casual feel, often busy especially at lunch and dinner, and offers reasonably priced generous portions. Outdoor seating is a highlight, while some dishes require clarifications about ingredients like fish sauce or eggs.

Visit

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C. Hama, El Nido, 5313 Palawan, Philippines

Opening hours

Monday
11:00–23:00
Tuesday
11:00–23:00
Wednesday
11:00–23:00
Thursday
11:00–23:00
Friday
11:00–23:00
Saturday
11:00–23:00
Sunday
11:00–23:00

the food

4.2 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

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4.4 2,162 reviews Read on Google Maps
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3.6 17 reviews Read on HappyCow
How we rank

eating vegan

Poor vegan options

vegan options
Some · 3–5 dishes
menu
Clearly marked
staff
Friendly
protein
tofu

Ask about: Staff aren't always sure about ingredients.

Ask about: Hidden animal ingredients in dishes labelled vegan: ask about sauces and broths.

Ask about: Cross-contamination: ask about sauces before ordering.

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