Elephant District Menu (2025 Update)
Welcome to Elephant District, a culinary haven nestled under the Manhattan Bridge in DUMBO, Brooklyn. This Thai gem effortlessly transports diners to the vibrant streets of Bangkok with its warm ambiance, highlighted by elephant-themed decor. Every dish on the menu is crafted with authenticity and bold flavors, from the signature KANOOM JEEN DUCK—a sumptuous selection of rice noodles topped with crispy duck—to the JUMBO DUMBO STEAK, a marinated ribeye steak accompanied by tamarind Jaew sauce.
The drink menu showcases delightful options, such as the refreshing Young Coconut Juice and the vibrant Butterfly Pea Lemonade.
Moreover, the attentive service from staff like Kay ensures a welcoming experience that complements the fantastic food. Perfect for casual evenings or special gatherings, Elephant District promises a unique blend of delicious Thai cuisine and memorable atmosphere.
Salads
Larb Gai ลาบไก
Chicken salad with rice powder, red onion, scallion, dried chili and lime dressing in lettuce wraps.
Papaya Salad
Spicy. Green papaya, tomatoes, string beans, peanuts, with chili lime dressing.
Somtum Pra Ra
Isaan Papaya Salad Spicy and sour Northeastern style, shredded green papaya, with long bean, tomato,fermented fish, and chilis.
Somtum Korat
Nakhon Ratchasima style with shredded green papaya, tomatoes, string beans, peanuts, dry chilis, lime, and fermented fish. Its unique balance of spicy, sour, salty, and sweet flavors.
PAD PAK
Stir-fried with snow pea leaves , garlic, and oyster sauce.
Rice
PAD PAKBOONG
Stir-fried morning glory with garlic, and house soy.
PAD KANA
Stir-fried Chinese broccoli with oyster sauce, garlic, and soy dressing.
Vermicelli
Sticky Rice
Vegetables (Side Order)
Curry
PANANG CURRY แกงแพนง
Thai panang curry with kaffir lime leaves, bell pepper, and Thai eggplant in coconut curry. Served with jasmine rice.
GREEN CURRY แกงเขยวหวาน
Fresh green chili paste, eggplant, bamboo shoots, and basil in coconut curry. Served with jasmine rice.
MASSAMAN CURRY แกงมสมน
Thai spiced blended with potato, onion, and peanuts in coconut curry. Served with jasmine rice.
KHAO SOI PED ขาวซอยเปด
Northern-style Thai curry noodle soup with crispy duck, crispy noodle, red onion, crispy shallot, and dried chili.
CHOO CHEE PLA
Fried branzino in a fragrant Thai red curry sauce, basil, bell pepper, chili, kaffir lime leaves, and coconut milk
CRAB MEAT FRIED RICE
Jumbo crab fried rice with egg, onion, and scallion. Served with Thai seafood sauce.
KANOOM JEEN DUCK
Kanom jeen, thin rice noodles with green curry chili paste, thai eggplant, basil, bell pepper, dry chili, string beans and soft boiled egg. Top with crispy duck.
JUMBO DUMBO STEAK / ไทยแลนดสเตก
Grilled marinated ribeye steak. Served with mixed salad, tamarind Jaew sauce, and sticky rice.
TOM YUM FRIED RICE
Spicy and tart seafood fried rice with giant prawn, shrimp, mussels, and squid flavored with galangal, makrut lime leaves, and chili. Served with Thai nam jim seafood sauce.
KANOM JEEN PU NIM
Kanom jeen, thin rice noodles with green curry chili paste, thai eggplant, basil, bell pepper, dry chili, string beans and soft boiled egg. Topped with crispy soft shell crab.
KHAO SOI PU NIM
Soft Shell Crab in Dry Northern Curry. Crab in aromatic curry flavored with turmeric, chili, and ginger. Served with egg noodles and crispy fried noodles.
SAM PRAYA สามพระยา
Seafood Trio Curry; Scallop, crispy soft-shell crab, and shrimp in a traditional thai curry with red chili paste, basil, green peppercorn, bell pepper, thai eggplant, kaffir lime leaves, and coconut milk.
LOBSTER PAD TAHI
Whole lobster wok-tossed with rice noodle, tamarind sauce, eggs, beansprouts, and crushed peanuts
FRIED FISH WITH THAI HERBS
Fried branzino topped with crispy Thai herbs, makrut lime leaves, lemongrass, garlic, chili, and caramelized fish sauce.
HORMOK PLA หอหมก
Streamed fish curry in banana leaves with rich of coconut milk, curry paste, lemongrass, fresh chili and kaffir lime leaves.
BROOKLYN BRIDGE PAD THAI
Chef top's take on the street food classic kings county style stir-fried rice noodle with jumbo prawn, egg, peanuts, scallion, and bean sprout.
Signature Entrees
Signature Entrees - Crispy Pork Belly
MOO KROB KRAPOW กระเพราหมกรอบ
Stir-fried crispy pork belly with Thai holy basil, chili, and garlic inspired by Chef’s mother’s recipe. Add Thai style fried egg for an extra charge.
PAKBOONG MOO KROB ผดผกบงหมกรอบ
Stir-fried crispy pork belly with morning glory, chili, garlic, and house soy dressing.
KANA MOO KROB คะนาหมกรอบ
Stir-fried crispy pork belly with Chinese broccoli, sweet soy and garlic sauce. Add fried egg for an extra charge.
Coke
The cold, refreshing, sparkling classic that America loves.
Thai Ice Tea
Thai Tea with milk
Sprite
The cold, refreshing flavors of lemon and lime, perfectly blended.
Diet Coke
A crisp, refreshing taste you know and love with zero calories.
Young Coconut
Young coconut juice with panda syrup
Butterfly Pea Lemonade
Butterfly pea with fresh lemonade
Lychee Roselle
Lychee puree with roselle syrup
Mango Thai Tea
Mango puree, Thai tea, milk, and fresh mango
Lemon Thai Tea
Thai Tea with lemon juice
Soft Drink
Sauteed
Thai Basil Saute
Basil leaves, chili, onion, and bell pepper. Served with jasmine rice. Add fried egg for an extra charge.
Garlic & Pepper Saute
Crispy garlic, black pepper, served with sriracha sauce and jasmine rice. Add fried egg for an extra charge.
Krakow Gai Sub
Stir-fried minced chicken with Thai holy basil, chili, and garlic. Spicy.
PAD SEE-EW ผดซอว
Stir-fried broad noodle with egg with Chinese broccoli, and house soy.
PAD THAI ผดไทย
Stir-fried thin noodle with egg, peanuts, scallion, lime, and sweet tamarind sauce.
PAD KEE-MAO ผดขเมา
Spicy. Stir-fried broad noodle with egg, bell pepper, onion, and spicy basil sauce.
DUCK PAD THAI / ผดไทยเปด
Stir-fried thin noodle with crisp duck, egg, peanuts, scallion and sweet tamarind sauce.
Noodle
Fried Rice
Thai Fried Rice
Traditional Thai fried rice with egg, scallion, onion, and Chinese broccoli.
Basil Fried Rice
Spicy. Stir-fried rice with egg, bell pepper, onion, and holy basil.
THAI SAUSAGE ไสอว
Northern Pork Sausage ,fragrant and spicy with galangal, chili, makrut lime, turmeric. This grilled sausage is found on the street all over Thailand. Served with cabbage, fresh chili, red onion, and peanuts.
THAI CURRY PUFFS
Homemade golden pastry, filled with chicken, potato, and onion.
SHRIMP ROLL
Crispy shrimp roll with Thai sweet chili sauce.
CHIVE CAKES
Vegan. Pan-fried vegetable pancake. Served with sweet soy vinaigrette.
BANGKOK NIGHT MARKET WING
Recommended. Crispy chicken wings with herbs , fried garlic and Thai sweet chili sauce.
CRISPY SPRING ROLLS
Vegan. Crispy spring rolls filled with mixed vegetables. Served with plum sauce.
DUMBO DUMPLING
Thai-style potstickers filled with ground chicken. Served steamed or fried with sweet soy sauce.
MOO PING หมปง
Thai-style grilled BBQ pork skewer with tamarind Jaew sauce.
CRISPY CARAMARI
Crispy fried calamari, served with Thai sweet chilli sauce.
YUM PLA KROB ยาปลากรอบ
Crispy tuna salad with mango, tomato, peanuts, mint and chili lime dressing.
Small Plates
Dessert
Khao Tom Mad
Sweet sticky rice wrapped around bananas, a traditional Thai dessert, often served in a banana leaf.
ELEPHANT LAY BACK วนมะพราว
House-made Thai Coconut Jelly with sweet coconut milk.
Foi Thong Soft Crepe
Delicate soft crepe filled with creamy goodness, adorned with sweet egg yolk strings for a unique dessert experience.
MANGO STICKY RICE ขาวเหนยวมะมวง
The classic sweet treat of the Thai streets.
MANGO SOFT CREPE หอหมกมะมวง
House-made mango soft crepe. The combination of soft, fluffy crepe and fresh, sweet mango.
KHAO MAN SOMTUM SET A ขาวมนสมตา
Sweet Coconut Sticky Rice Papaya Salad BBQ Pork Skewers Jaew ( Esan syle chililime sauce with rice powder)
KHAO MAN SOMTUM SET C ขาวมนสมตา
Sweet Sticky Rice Papaya Salad Chicken Larb (Minced chicken with Thai roasted rice powder, red onion, scallion, dried chili and lime dressing)
KHAO MAN SOMTUM SET B ขาวมนสมตา
Sweet Sticky Rice Papaya Salad Thai Style Chicken Wing Thai Sweet Chili Sauce
Khaoman Somtum Combo Set
Soups
TOM YUM SOUP ตมยากง
Spicy. Hot and sour soup with shrimp, lemongrass, galangal, kaffir lime leaves, mushroom, and chili.
TOM KHA SOUP
Coconut milk soup with chicken, mushroom, lemongrass, galangal, kaffir lime leaves and lime juice.
TOM YUM SEAFOOD HOTPOT
Large (2-4 share). Spicy and sour seafood soup (shrimp, giant prawn, mussels, squid) flavored with galangal, makrut lime leaves, and chili.