Zaap Thai Street Food Headingley in Leeds

Crispy pork in my top 5 pork dishes of all time, I could literally live on it! Nice atmosphere, amazing service! Highly recommended

Love the atmosphere and the staff but there are just so many better thai food places in Leeds. Wanted to be more adventurous and tried the baby crab salad and gosh, really regretted it. It was slightly fishy and just didn't taste fresh at all. Mamamee was quite good but I felt like there was too much seafood (I know, usually I wouldn't complain but it just wasn't very pleasant). Braised duck was the nicest but the braising liquid was so thin and sweet, didn't really taste like braising liquid. I think you will be better off ordering their noodle dishes like pad thai or their steamed sea bass.

Amazing food, fast friendly service, authentic atmosphere 10/10

Food poisoning. Came on Monday at 1730, I ordered pork bao which was as dry as tree bark, but at least it was crispy and tasty; and the pad thai with pork which was OK but a bit flavourless and one dimensional. Service was very good. There were only a handful of other tables in. The next day I woke up with excruciating stomach pain and went to the bathroom (where I stayed for the majority of the next 2 days) with severe diarrhoea. I have tried emailing directly through the website but haven't received any kind of response after a couple of days which is why I am now leaving a public review.

Love it here! The atmosphere, decor, food and service always impress us. We have eaten at the Leeds City Centre, Headingly and York restaurants and would recommend them all. We enjoyed the 2 course for £12 on this visit which was a bargain!

We have been to Zaap in Leeds city many times before and today we came to Headingley one. Our experience was very good. Food was nice and freshly prepared. Service was very good. Their waitress Yuko was amazing, very friendly.

The food looks great, the rice noodles are well dressed and cooked well. However the chicken and meet in the each of the meals we tried (Pad Thai, and Ramen Soup) seemed like boiled, non very tasty.

Blooming awful pork belly - full of fat and awful taste Hubby had the ‘sharing platter for two - now - we don’t eat massive portions normally - so this was only enough for one Daughter had the ‘veggie sharing platter ‘ with edamame (NO flavour whatsoever!!) beans Other daughter had bao bum - tasteless duck 4 of us - over £100 for a lunchtime Wouldn’t recommend - Go to tada instead. They have Brilliant food - not feel fried crap this place serves Save yourselves Don’t eat here ! I need a sphygmomanometer - checking my BP after such a fatty crappy meal

Lovely staff and food was amazing

I come here fairly often as I love Thai food. Food is exceptional and always so quick and fresh! I recommend the roast chicken! amazing friendly service- especially Yuko, she is always so sweet! Delicious food, great service- 100% recommend 👍

Zaap Thai exceeded all my expectations. The food is a culinary delight, with each dish boasting authentic, vibrant flavors that truly capture the essence of Thai cuisine. The Pad Thai and Green Curry were particular standouts, with perfectly balanced spices and fresh ingredients. The service was outstanding; the staff were attentive, courteous, and knowledgeable about the menu, offering excellent recommendations. They ensured that our dining experience was smooth and enjoyable, attending to every detail with professionalism. The ambiance at Zaap Thai is both inviting and elegant. The tasteful decor, featuring traditional Thai elements, creates a warm and relaxing atmosphere that enhances the dining experience. It’s an ideal setting for both casual meals and special occasions.

Food is absolutely spot on. All dishes ordered were outstanding 👌 Most definitely recomend and we will return when in this area.

Definitely in the top 5 places I've ever eaten, food was delicious, freshly cooked and authentic. Going again for sure before I drive back to London.

Our first trip to Zaap however will will be back! Food was amazing all the staff were super friendly, Will looked after us for most of the evening and was brilliant.

Just really good, the menu is HUGE so get an idea of what you like before you go........

We got the lunchtime deal, worth it and enjoyable

Really tasty food and reasonable prices.

We are going often to any of the 2 locations in leeds and never disappointed with food of service..always friendly staff and tasty food.

We recently went for the lunchtime special. The staff were very attentive and friendly. The food was great and, with the special lunch price, excellent value for money! As it was mid week during the day, the place was quiet.

Extremely buzzy place, excellent fresh delicious food, delight. Service slightly chaotic but always polite and welcoming

Good food, great service. Does tend to get crowded and loud but would still recommend it if you like Thai food.

I recently had the pleasure of dining at Zap Thai for my sister’s birthday (my family and fiancée are CRAZY for Asian cuisine) and I must say it didn’t disappoint me. We entered and were greeted with a warm and happy smile which really set the tone for a delectable meal. As for their menu it is extensive, offering a wide variety of dishes that cater to both traditional Thai food enthusiasts and d those new to the Thai food scene. As I am watching my weight I didn’t have a main, but did enjoy an exquisite starter of Chicken Satay. It was so succulent with a rich and peanut sauce to pair well with. One of the best highlights for me was the scenery. It’s leagues above most restaurants as they usually op for a flair of a basic and simple taste yet Zap Thai had fully embraced their Thai culture and offered up every part of its culture in a well done flair. Their artistic direction for their restaurant matches very well with their menu and I for one can’t wait to go back and try more of what they have to offer. I’d highly recommend this place for any type of setting, you really can’t go wrong here. It’s a beautiful gem of a place and with the combination of flavourful dishes and excellent service it makes it a true must-visit.

Came here after being told by many people about how amazing the food is and the food did not disappoint. From start to finish the staff were so friendly and helpful and made us feel comfortable and welcomed and the food was amazing, highly recommend, great place to get some food!!!

Food was alright, would only come again for atmosphere

Huge selection of food. I had the duck special and a mocktail. The food was quick to come. Drinks took a while though. 10% optional service charge is automatically added to bill.

A truly unique atmosphere with very nice and quality food. Definitely worth a visit. We've experienced a bit of slow service, but overall it was a truly good experience.

Staff are lovely, food is amazing, excellent portion sizes and a great atmosphere!!

Service was amazing and food was delicious! Definitely recommend

10/10 ! Always great service and our go to food is always consistent and yummy! Zaap Headingley will always have a soft spot in my heart as I always have great memories here!

Service and Atmosphere was Excellent, food was incredible, would especially recommended the Fried Sea Bass with a curry sauce. Beef was a bit chewy in the massaman but staff were more then understanding and replaced the dish

This place is consistently excellent. They have a dedicated Gluten free menu and the Chicken Panaeng curry is simply stunning! Will keep coming back again and again!

Been to Zaap a few times now (when visiting family) Always great quality, tasty food, fast and friendly service and lots of delicious options. Shared a few starters between four of us and had very generous mains. The special Zaap sauce is spicy and addictive! Dessert options look good but we're always too full to try them!

Ordered from here just after 7pm After 2 hours the estimated delivery time was 9.50 3 hours is madness, cancelled the order, won’t order here again

Did a big online takeaway order for a family party from Zaap in Headingley. Realised I'd made a mistake with the order when I went to collect it but the restaurant were super helpful and sorted it all out for us. Fantastic service and a big thank you. By the way the food was excellent the Beef Gang Massaman was a big hit as was the Pad Thai. Complimentary prawn crackers were also great.

Excellent fresh food served in a street food setting. Prices reasonable and portion sizes good. Staff very friendly. Several of our group had been to similar venues in Thailand and really rated the authenticity.

Delicious food, great atmosphere, nice drinks. The only downside for me is the seats, not all of them are comfy. Would come here anyway though 😃

Superb food and drink, in a great recreation of going local Thai style, friendly staff, fast efficient service and great atmosphere.

Sat night is busy but luckily we got a seat, food was served quite quick as well

One of my favorite place to eat in Leeds

Great food really nice staff so polite and friendly.

Had a great meal with adult family - meat eaters, veggie and gluten free all very well catered for. The food was piping hot and delicious! Will definitely go again!

Loved everything about the place. The art, the food and the service was all perfect. Couldn't fault a single thing. Will.most definitely be back and I highly recommend this place.

The menu was very extensive and clearly labels all dishes and what's in them well. The staff are always extremely friendly and the decorations and style really makes you enjoy your experience there

You can't beat Zaap! The most amazing thai food and nothing compares. Whenever we have thai food in other cities we are always comparing to Zaap and we haven't found a restaurant that comes close. We come here regularly with the family and I bring often my 90 year old grandpa who loves the place too. The staff are so polite and friendly and the service is quick. They do the best chicken satay skewers and the most incredible Pad Thai. The portions are huge. It's our favourite restaurant! You won't be disappointed.

Fun funky place for lunch or supper, great selection on the menu! The bao was delicious and my husbands pho looked amazing!

Such a lovely establishment! The food was superb, the service was lovely, the food came fast and the atmosphere was wonderful. Would definately recommend.

Amazing! We love this place so much, the food is delicious, service is lovely and the atmosphere of Zaap is brilliant! Highly recommended!

Fantastic Thai food with excellent decor. Makes you feel like you're on khaosan Road! Starters of bao buns and veg gyoza were great. I had the chicken fried rice for main. Simple Thai dish but done brilliantly. Service was excellent and the prices are very reasonable. Really nice experience and so is the one in town. Good work guys!

A very good experience from start to finish, full stars 😀

Amazing staff, gorgeous food and lively atmosphere. Highly recommend

Special Thai good taste but portion not big

The overall experience was good but we felt a little bit let down by some of the food. We ordered three starters; prawn dumplings, crispy squid and chicken wings. All three were disappointing. The squid and the wings were both fried in the same thick batter and were flavourless without the accompanying sweet chilli sauce. The mains were great but the starters were a bit lazy and boring.

Lovely place to hear often.. they have great summer options also, pop by whenever I'm in the area.

The service is amazing - the staff are really friendly, the food always arrives so fast and is always delicious. Good veggie options

Good food not crazy expensive worth the price, nice environment everyone is happy and stuff. Good play for dinner and night for friends.

Great service. Food was delicious. Really cool restaurant and lots of choice. Will come again for sure. Loved the vibe.

Ive sat at many different restaurants many times with family and friends and it would be a mediocre experience where you would mostly enjoy the company. However Zaap in Headingly is different, the food and service exceeds expectations. It is a true authentic Thai experience. The staff are truly amazing people and very hard working. Much love ❤️

We love zaap in Leeds but the Headingley one is so amazing! The staff are great and we love it here. Have been tonight for my little boy’s birthday. Our waitress was fab, she worked so hard. They all sang Happy birthday, even in the kitchen and he was so thrilled. Thanks so much! The food is so consistent, the same great food every time. Huge 5 stars from us. Thank you

Relaxed buzz of Thailand and with great atmosphere alongside the old Suko Thai staff, one can lot fault it.

This is our absolute favourite place to eat in Leeds. We love visiting for special occasion family meals as well as popping in for a quick lunch or bubble tea (we also have Zaap delivered quite regularly too - did I mention it's our favourite?!) The food is fresh, delicious and made with love. The teas are fab, especially in summer and the cocktails are insanely good. The restaurant itself has a fantastic atmosphere, the staff are all very friendly and helpful whether it's a super quiet day or absolutely rammed in there. The wait staff and chefs are always happy to accommodate requests and go out of their way to ensure you've had the best meal and service possible. The som tum makes me weep tears of joy.

Great food very fresh no chemically aftertaste with a drink about 30 quid a head well worth it

We loved it. Fast, modern very tasty. The menu is huge be warned !! Lovely choices for any diet. Cooked perfectly and spiced to your liking. Staff are great and attentive. Very bust place.

Very popular and I can understand why great food and service. Good fun

Really blown away by this- delicious selection of many different kinds of food. Drinks including different bubble teas and cocktails and a great selection of deserts. Friendly staff too. Has a really laid back, street food feel but you don’t feel rushed to leave. Would definitely recommend!!

Finally I found proper street food, friendly staff beautiful food xx

Reliably nice food, the pink soup and milk tea were a great choice. Efficient service and friendly waiter too

Great vibe and ambiance, great food and value. Spot on

Wow. What a place this is. Cocktails are amazing and so is the food. Staff friendly and accommodating too. Also has a lovely outdoor seating area

Amazing place, bustling and fun, we went with two teenaged kids who loved the place! Food was gorgeous and the staff were absolutely fantastic, they brought out a candle in my daughter’s pudding for her birthday when none of us had personally asked them too, a lovely gesture and such a sweet place. Clearly I have had only glowing memories and experiences from this place so highly recommended. x

I had the most amazing chicken in this place and the person that served us was so nice n mannered it was amazing

Food here is Soooooo frkn good 😍😍

Great atmosphere, nice staff and great food. What else could you ask for

Interesting place. The decor is worth going there for, and the drinks were lovely. The vegetarian food options were not that flavourful, but the overall menu is huge and varied. Staff were friendly, but not that attentive. Because it’s largely concrete interiors, when the place is full is hard to hear what anyone is saying.

Just had dinner at this place. Nothing close to real Thai food. Disappointed. Would not visit again.

Little Thai gem in the heart of headingley. Authentic Thai food, great service and decor

Quick and easy. Food was delicious.

An enjoyable meal very fast service friendly atmosphere.

First time and definitely not the last!

We have a lovely dinner on Sunday, The fish cake,chicken satay and the mango salad where delicious. I order a chicken green curry that was lovely. Service was good and friendly and the atmosphere is casual and great for families. I will sure come back.

I love Zaap - good food, good service, and fun surroundings. My 3 and 6 year old had food that they loved. We were all fed well and well looked after. Thank you

Got told to go to zaaps for a Thai meal. And thought we would give it a try. And all I can say is we wasn't disappointed. The staff are really friendly and helpful it's well priced. Food is really nice. This is our 3rd visit in a month. And becoming a regular customer

Good Food. Friendly efficient service. Great decor.

If you wanna explore Thai food? This is the place, hottest place to be. Feels you’re in Thailand. Food is yummy

The quality of food seems to have dropped in recent times and coupled with a hike in prices. Approx £50 for starters and main course for 2 people for a street food restaurant is a bit on the high side when you compare it to other leading Thai street food places like my Thai.

It's nice. But it was not for me

We've now been a few times food is always beautiful and vegan options available. Cost has definitely increased in recent months though. Service is always brilliant, however this time a little fast even though quiet. At one point cleaning starter plates while still eating. Though will always return x

wonderful meal love zaap but 1st trip to this location very welcoming and great food!

A fantastic place....as authentic For Thai food as you can get...The Staff are amazing and really make you feel like a part of the family..

Really fun decor and atmosphere with some good gluten free options, maybe a little pricey but worth it for a treat.

I came here with my male companion Tom for a night on the streets of Bangkok. We were greeted by highly friendly, smiley staff who welcomed us with open arms. The menu was extensive. I didn't really need the English translations, having spent many weeks in Thailand myself. I opted for a sweet and sour dish with chicken and rice, which reminded me of days gone by in South East Asia. It was delicious and served promptly. Tom opted for a fried chicken dish, a choice I wouldn't have opted for myself - but who can blame him when he's simply not as well travelled as me? Nevertheless, he enjoyed it. We also very much enjoyed nibbling on some prawn crackers and sipping on Singhas. The decor was excellent, very authentic to the streets of Thailand's bustling capital city. I very much felt at home.

First time at Zaap Thai food was super tasty and staff were so polite and friendly … definitely worth a visit 😀 Pad Thai was awesome x

Fun place. Vegetable starter small portion for £12

Tasty food and a great atmosphere. However, service was extremely slow, our mains were forgotten about and had to be re-requested. Eventually came just over an hour after the starters. Could just chalk it down to an honest mistake, but no apology was offered so it felt a bit disappointing, especially given the marketing is all around how ultra fast the service is. Was not thrilled about the service charge under the circumstances.

Nice food and position sizes were ok. Would go back albeit prices are at the upper end of what I’d expect to pay. Service ok.

Great food, great service. Decor not quite to my taste.

Food is always amazing, actually think this branch is better than city centre one

Lovely restaurant and lovely staff. Had the Bangkok platter to start (for 2). Great mix of chicken satay, Thai fish cakes, sui mai, gyoza, wonton and dips- really tasty. For mains- Pad Pak Bung Fai Daeng - with Belly pork- a favourite which we'd had before, plus Rad Na Mee Krob/Sen Yai- with crispy egg noodles and seafood(squid, prawns, mussels and veg) which tasted delicious. Had Singha and Mango IPA to drink. Definitely visiting again. Super.

I'm still grinning from the sheer joy of eating all that yummy food. I feel happy and I'm going to sleep well tonight.

Great food, staff very polite and friendly, can't complain at all!

Loved the warmth and respect shown by the staff. Delicious food. Will be back for more.