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amazing food night after night; transforming Vancouver’s dining scene

 

– Vancouver Magazine, Restaurant of the Year 2016 –

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Located in the heart of Kitsilano on bustling West 4th Avenue, Maenam serves authentic Thai cuisine with innovative twists on centuries-old recipes.

 

From family-style dining to riffs on Thai street food, Chef Angus An’s menu balances intense fresh flavours with seasonal ingredients and locally sourced products. Maenam’s menu is served alongside an inspired cocktail card, informed beer list and extensive selection of wines served by-the-glass or bottle.

 

LOCATION

1938 West 4th Avenue
Vancouver, BC V6J 1M5

PHONE

604 730 5579

HOURS

LUNCH
WED – SAT  12:00 pm – 2:00 pm

DINNER
FRI – SAT. 5:00 PM – 10:30 PM

TUES – THURS, SUN. 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM 

TEMPORARILY CLOSED MON

Reservations

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OUR MENU

Thai meals are best enjoyed when dishes are shared amongst family and friends. Traditionally, each dish should contribute to the balance of four main styles: hot, sour, sweet and salty. Maenam offers a selection of dishes from each style of dish, designed to enrich your Thai dining experience. Chef An's dishes are based on traditional Thai recipes, with innovative twists that allow for local, sustainably harvested, organic ingredients whenever possible.

LUNCH MENU


Serving Lunch from Wed - Sat at noon until 2.00 pm.


All following dishes served with rice, daily soup and daily salad


Also Available For Take Out
vegetarian gaeng gari (VG)(GF)
rich curry of confit yams, fried cauliflower, longan, fried shallots
24
gaeng gari duck leg (GF)
rich curry of confit duck leg, yams, longan, fried shallots
28
green curry sturgeon (GF)
fragrant green curry, local sturgeon, sweet peppers, thai eggplant, holy & thai basil
26
yellow gati seafood curry (GF)
southern style yellow turmeric coconut curry, fresh mussels, sturgeon, prawns, makrut lime, young coconut
28
grilled marinated pork jowl
nam prik noom green pepper relish, crispy pork crackling, spicy nahm jim jao
28
3 flavour prawn stir-fry (GF)
long bean, sweet peppers, thai basil, fried garlic
26
stir-fried beef tenderloin with holy basil
sliced beef tenderloin, bird's eye chilies, garlic, fried free-range egg
28
stir-fried long eggplant (VG)
fermented soybean paste, bird's eye chilies, fried thai baby garlic
24
Hat Yai fried chicken
marinated fried chicken, coriander salt, fried shallots served with roti, house made sweet chili sauce
28

ADD ON

pad thai (GF)
fresh rice noodles, tamarind, peanuts, tofu, chives, egg, sustainable prawn, bean sprouts
26
vegetarian pad thai (GF)
fresh rice noodles, tamarind, peanuts, tofu, egg, chives, bean sprouts
24
vegan pad thai (GF)
fresh rice noodles, tamarind, peanuts, tofu, chives, bean sprouts
24

SIDE DISHES

steamed jasmine rice3
handmade roti5
peanut sauce3
         
                                                                       

DINE-IN DINNER MENU


Starters

crispy brussels sprouts salad (VG)
fresh young lemongrass, lime juice, chili flakes, toasted almonds finished with garlic oil
18
thai cupcakes with prawns
miang garnish of grated coconut, peanut, young ginger, shallot, bird's eye chili & lime
20
thai cupcakes with pomelo (VG)
grated coconut, peanut, tamarind, palm sugar sauce
18
full pound of steamed local mussels
fresh lemongrass, cherry tomato, red chili, thai basil with nam jim dipping sauce
22
grilled thai sausage & crispy rice salad
house fermented pork sausage with crispy curried rice puffs, coriander & fried shallots
*contains gluten*
20
tom ka coconut mushroom soup for 2 people (VG)
fresh lemongrass, galangal, shallot, makrut lime leaf & bird’s eye chili infused coconut broth with mushrooms, thai basil
*can be prepared gluten free
*Add chicken at $8
30
hot and sour seafood soup for 2 people
fresh lemongrass, galangal, shallot, makrut lime leaf & bird’s eye chili infused clear broth with mussels, sturgeon & prawns, holy basil
39
northern style hot & sour soup of organic poached chicken for 2 people
long leaf coriander, oyster mushroom, taro stem, tamarind, tomatoes, bird's eye chilies, fried garlic, shallots, thai basil
38

Mains

nam tok grilled wagyu beef salad
Brant Lake wagyu bavette, coriander, fresh mint, shallots & toasted rice powder with aromatic dressing
34
crispy banana blossom salad
fried banana blossom, fried shallot & crispy garlic, lychee, tamarind sesame dressing
30
vegetarian gaeng gari (VG)
grilled romanesco broccoli, rich curry of confit yams, longan, fried shallots
35
yellow gati seafood curry
southern style yellow turmeric coconut curry, fresh mussels, sturgeon, prawns, makrut lime, young coconut
38
smoked whole duck breast gola curry
southern style dried curry, pickle ginger, egg yolk emulsion, long bean
*contains peanuts*
45
3 flavour lingcod
crispy lingcod with caramelized palm sugar, chili, garlic, fresh baby corn, coriander & ginger glaze
34
pork jowl & purple eggplant stir fry
crispy pork jowl, fermented bean paste & chili garlic
*contains gluten*
32
purple eggplant stir fry (VG)
fermented soybean paste, fried thai baby garlic & thai basil
*contains gluten*
30
pad thai
fresh rice noodle, tamarind, peanuts, tofu, chives, egg, sustainable prawns
29
vegetarian pad thai
fresh rice noodles, tamarind, peanuts, tofu, chives & egg
*can be prepared vegan
26

Sides

hand made roti5
peanut sauce3
steamed jasmine rice3

Chef's specialty

pre-order 48 hours in advance
lobster clay pot with pork vermicelliMP
black pepper crabMP
         
                                                                       

TAKE OUT DINNER MENU


DINNER TAKE OUT MENU



Enjoy 10% discount for take-out a la carte dinner and complimentary steamed jasmine rice when order curry or stir-fry dishes

STARTERS

crispy brussels sprouts salad (VG)
fresh young lemongrass, lime juice, chili flakes, toasted almonds, finished with garlic oil
18
steamed local mussels
fresh lemongrass, cherry tomato, red chili, thai basil with nam jim sauce
22
grilled thai sausage & crispy rice salad
house fermented sausage salad, crispy curried rice puffs, coriander & fried shallots
*contains gluten*
20
tom ka coconut mushroom soup (VG)
fresh lemongrass, galangal, shallot, makrut lime leaf & bird’s eye chili infused coconut broth with mushrooms, thai basil
*can be prepared gluten free
30
hot and sour soup of seafood
fresh lemongrass, galangal, shallot, makrut lime leaf & bird’s eye chili infused clear broth with mussels, halibut & prawns, holy basil
35
northern style hot & sour soup of organic poached chicken
long leaf coriander, oyster mushrooms, taro stem, tamarind, tomatoes, thai basil, fried garlic, fried shallots
30

MAINS

crispy banana blossom salad (VG)
fried banana blossom, fried shallot & crispy garlic, lychee, tamarind sesame dressing
30
vegetarian gaeng gari (VG)
grilled romanesco broccoli, rich curry of confit yams, longan, fried shallots
32
yellow gati seafood curry
southern style yellow turmeric coconut curry, fresh mussels, halibut, prawns, makrut lime, young coconut
35
green curry of fresh halibut
fresh halibut, sweet peppers, grachai, green kale, thai & holy basil
34
3 flavour lingcod
crispy bc lingcod with caramelized palm sugar, chilies, garlic, fresh baby corn, coriander & ginger glaze
34
pork jowl & purple eggplant stir fry
crispy pork jowl, fermented bean paste & chili garlic
*contains gluten*
32
purple eggplant stir fry (VG)
fermented soybean paste, fried thai baby garlic, thai basil
*contains gluten*
30
pad thai
fresh rice noodle, tamarind, peanut, tofu, chives, egg, sustainable prawns
*contains peanuts and shrimp
28
vegetarian pad thai
fresh rice noodle, tamarind, peanut, tofu, chives, egg
25
vegan pad thai
fresh rice noodle, tamarind, peanut, tofu, chives
25

SIDE DISHES

thai jasmine rice3
hand made roti5
peanut sauce3

DESSERTS

daily dessert12
         
                                                                       

TAKE OUT DINNER CHEF'S MENU


Take out Chef's Menu



3 Styles of Chef's menu are available for take out. *Kindly be informed base on locally sourced of ingredients, some dishes and/or ingredients may be substituted without prior notice.

Signature Chef's Menu


Family Style Sharing for 2 -3 People
140
Hot & Soup of Organic Poached Chicken
long leaf coriander, oyster mushrooms, taro stem, tamarind, tomatoes, bird's eye chilies, fried garlic, shallots, thai basil

Crispy Duck Salad
confit duck leg, coriander, fresh young lemongrass, fried shallots, thai herb salad, sesame dressing

Yellow Gati Seafood Curry
southern style yellow turmeric coconut curry, fresh mussels, halibut, prawns, makrut lime, young coconut

3 Flavour Lingcod
crispy bc lingcod with caramelized palm sugar, chili, garlic, fresh baby corn, coriander & ginger glaze

Steamed Jasmine Rice

Chef's daily dessert selection

Pescatarian Chef's Menu


Family Style Sharing for 2-3 People
140
Hot and Sour Soup of Seafood
fresh lemongrass, galangal, shallot, makrut lime leaf & bird’s eye chili infused clear broth with mussels, halibut & prawns, holy basil

Grilled Prawn Salad
grilled prawns, green apple, fresh coriander, bird’s eye chili, caramelized palm sugar & fish sauce dressing

Green Curry with Halibut
fresh halibut, cauliflower, grachai, green kale, thai & holy basil

3 Flavour Lingcod
crispy bc lingcod with caramelized palm sugar, chili, garlic, fresh baby corn, coriander & ginger glaze

Steamed Jasmine Rice

Chef's daily dessert selection

Vegetarian Chef's Menu


Family Style Sharing for 2-3 People
140
Tom Ka Coconut Mushroom Soup
fresh lemongrass, galangal, shallot, makrut lime leaf & bird’s eye chili infused coconut broth with mushrooms, thai basil

Crispy Banana Blossom Salad
fried banana blossom, fried shallot & crispy garlic, lychee, tamarind sesame dressing

Vegetarian Gaeng Gari
grilled romanesco broccoli, rich curry of confit yams, longan, fried shallots

Purple Eggplant Stir-fry
fermented soybean paste, thai basil, fried baby thai garlic (contains gluten)

Steamed Jasmine Rice

Chef's daily dessert selection
         
                                                                       

Maenam: A Fresh Approach to Thai Cooking

By Angus An
Available August 4, 2020

Foreword by David Thompson and Normand Laprise

 

More than 100 flavor-driven Thai recipes built on technique, balance, tradition, and innovation from award-winning chef Angus An.

 

 


ABOUT THE BOOK

 

In Maenam, chef Angus An takes you on his ongoing journey of discovering Thai cuisine and shows how to blend traditional Thai flavors and cooking techniques with local, seasonal inspirations from the west coast. With Angus’s foolproof instructions, Maenam offers the foundation to modern Thai cuisine for adventurous cooks of all skill levels. Filled with over 100 of his signature recipes, each meal balances robust, intense ingredients with his approach to Thai food’s clear, sharp flavours. Transform your kitchen with snacks inspired by Thai street vendors, quick to prepare noodles and one-bowl meals, light- and full-bodied soups to have all year-round, flavorful and protein-filled salads, seasoned stir fries, killer curries, and refreshing desserts.

 

PREORDER YOUR COPY NOW

 

To preorder your copy, simply select one of the online stores below.

 

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ADVANCE PRAISE

 

“Maenam exudes freshness and flavor. Citrusy lemongrass and spicy Nahm Prik are almost palpable flicking through Angus An’s modern homage to Thai cooking. This is a sure inspiration for many meals to come.”

—Yotam Ottolenghi

 

“Chef Angus An’s fresh, light and innovative approach to Thai cuisine is equally influenced by family and personal experiences, his mentor David Thompson’s teachings, the ingredients of the great Pacific Northwest and his skill and background in French cooking technique. The result is a very appealing collection of recipes that, while appearing elevated and refined, are very approachable for the home cook. This handsome book will be a welcome addition to my collection and should be part of yours as well!”
—Andy Ricker, chef/owner of Pok Pok Restaurants

 

“Angus An’s elevation of Thai cuisine through aesthetic, intensity and high skill have made him a national treasure. This book is visually stunning and a study in one soul’s personal and original Thai cooking.”
—David McMillan, author and chef/co-owner of Joe Beef Restaurant Group

 

“Angus An’s Maenam is a useful and inspiring cookbook that shows how to create Thai dishes with fresh and local ingredients. Both home cooks and professional chefs can find dishes with layered and balanced flavors as well as exciting techniques. From street food to dessert recipes, it is a wonderful celebration of Thai cuisine, and a must-have cookbook for every kitchen.”
—Chef Susur Lee

 

“Angus takes iconic flavors of Thai cuisine and transforms them into creative, elegant, and absolutely gorgeous dishes. The perfect blend of traditional and modern, Maenam is a truly unique Thai cookbook.”
—Pailin Chongchitnant, author of Hot Thai Kitchen

 

ANGUS AN | EXECUTIVE CHEF / OWNER

  • ANGUS AN

    Executive Chef / Owner

    “I love those hugely intense, bright flavours in Thai cuisine.”

Chef Angus An is a graduate of New York’s prestigious French Culinary Institute, where he worked under the world’s culinary greats including Jacques Pépin, Alain Sailhac and André Soltner, and later apprenticed at Jean-Georges Vongerichten’s legendary Jo-Jo. After graduating from the FCI, Angus trained under Chef Normand Laprise at Montréal’s Toqué before moving to London, UK, where he worked at Michelin-starred restaurants including The Ledbury and The Fat Duck. Following this he cooked at Chef David Thompson’s famed Nahm, which is also where Angus met his wife, Kate.

 

Upon returning to Vancouver, Kate and Angus opened their first restaurant, Gastropod. Lauded by diners and critics alike, Gastropod received several awards for cuisine and atmosphere before closing its doors in 2009. In May of that year, Maenam was born. Serving authentic Thai dishes, the kitchen at Maenam is directed by both Angus and Thai-born Kate. Perennial winner of Vancouver Magazine’s “Best Thai” award, Maenam has also received rave reviews from The New York Times, USA Today, and Food & Wine.

 

In 2013 Chef Angus opened Longtail Kitchen at River Market in the Vancouver suburb of New Westminster. Longtail has flourished as a casual dining destination at River Market. In August 2015 Chef Angus opened Fat Mao to serve a range of Asian noodle dishes in Vancouver’s Chinatown, and opened Freebird Chicken Shack in the Fall of 2015.

 

Learn more about Chef Angus An.


MIKE TUANGKITKUN | CHEF DE CUISINE

  • MIKE TUANGKITKUN

    Chef de Cuisine

    Mike first entered the kitchen as a child, cooking family meals with his grandfather in his home country of Thailand before moving to Canada at age 15. After starting a degree in mechanical engineering, it became clear that his true passion lay in cooking, and he enrolled in Vancouver’s Pacific Institute of Culinary Arts. After graduation he landed a coveted position at Vancouver’s West restaurant, and later joined the team at Maenam. Now as Chef de Cuisine, Mike trains staff and upholds the high standards in the kitchen, using refined French technique to cook authentic Thai cuisine. Mike’s Thai background gives his cooking a traditional perspective to which he adds a modern Canadian twist. “People think Thai food is only spicy, but it’s very complex,” he says, and it touches on all tastes: salty, sweet, sour, bitter and umami.

     

    When he’s not cooking, Mike enjoys spending time with his family, and he recently became a father to twin boys. He loves to travel with the whole family, and together they’ve visited Spain, Japan, the Philippines and Thailand. Returning to Thailand as often as possible, Mike now sees the cuisine in a new light, and his insight into the traditional ingredients and methods drive his inspiration at Maenam.


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    AWARDS & ACHIEVEMENTS

    • our phone number

      604 730 5579

    • our location

      1938 West 4th Avenue
      Vancouver, BC V6J 1M5

    • our email

      info@maenam.ca

    • our lunch hours

      TUES–SAT 12 – 2:30PM

    • our dinner hours

      SUN–THURS 5 – 10PM
      FRI–SAT 5 – 11PM

     

     

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