We had Kaeng Panaeng here and it was really good! We ordered it spicy and it was a good amount of heat, the curry was a little watery, but I could deal with it. Overall it was pretty delicious and authentic! Also, huge portions of food! Ordering it to go was a good choice because we took the leftovers home. The lady that runs the truck is super friendly and engaging with her customers! I'd definitely recommend this food truck for a nice Thai fried dishes that are full of flavor and have generous portions. read more

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Food truck in a really nice food truck pod. Shaded, plenty of space for kids to run around and super friendly staff. They said it would be about 20 minutes for food since they were slammed, but I appreciate knowing it was made to order, so no problems there. Tried the Kaeng Panaeng and it was good overall. Huge portion size but wasn't quite what I was expecting. Salad was pretty standard but I'm glad they kept it separate so it wouldn't wilt from the heat. As for the chicken, I was hoping by itself it would be more thai inspired/marinated/seasoned but it's effectively just chopped up chicken tenders to be dunked in the curry. The curry is flavorful, albeit a bit watery, which I wish was reduced a bit. But if curry is not your thing, my friend's Kai Zabb was very good: tangy, sweet and heat all at once, so good to really switch up bites. And while I wasn't expecting sticky rice, I can't help but say it's the first time I've had thai fried chicken without it. All in all, I think its a great new place to try out, but if you've had thai fried chicken before, just temper your expectations. read more

Really good thai food for their limited food truck menu. The staff there were really nice and helpful. Definitely get the full spicy, you can handle it. All the sauces included were really good. Especially the salad dressing. One order is a lot of food so i would recommend sharing. One minor complaint is that all the sauces were more watery along with the rice. So it made it harder to adhere to the food. Other than that the taste is still there. read more

Kai Zabb - Food Trucks Near Me - Austin, Texas

Pretty stellar fried chicken! I ordered the Kaeng Panaeng and it was a seamless pickup experience. The food truck is located in a food truck park with plenty of parking. I'm a huge fan of panang curry so was excited to give this place a try. It's a big shareable portion that also comes with a side salad. The chicken was fried to perfection and crispy, even on the drive home. The curry itself was a little watered down, but still had good flavor. The mild had the perfect kick to it. There was plenty of sauce left over that I added it to fried rice the next day. Will be back to try more! read more

Kai Zabb - Food Trucks Near Me - Austin, Texas

Yum yum yum. Super friendly staffer in the food truck and huge portions, enough to take home leftovers or share. Super fresh and worth a bit of a wait. Ordered medium spice level and it wasn't really spicy. read more

Kai Zabb - Kai zabb (rice and fried chicken with sauce); side salad - Food Trucks Near Me - Austin, Texas

First and foremost - the kindest people run this food truck. Wish there were some non fried chicken and that something were more spicy but overall a great value meal. read more

We ordered the Kai Zabb as well as the chicken curry and I would come back for the Kai Zabb but the curry didn't have flavor. It smelt like a great Japanese Golden Curry but like I said, had no taste. The Kai Zabb on the other hand was packed with flavor and the freshness really complimented the heaviness of the fried chicken. Overall, service was kind, and the wait for the food really depends on how many people are there. There were 3 people ahead of us and it took about 25 minutes. So if you're willing to wait if it's busy, you should try it here! It's located in the Pink Flamingo food truck park and parking can be right. Seating is all outdoors, theres a few picnic tables. Ambiance is country like, very casual. read more

Kai Zabb - Half curry half Zabb I plated at home - Food Trucks Near Me - Austin, Texas

Fresh. Fast. The food is very good, even the little side salad. The staff is nice. Cute little area. We will most likely be back.

Tucked in a quaint grove of food trucks, serving up the best Thai fried chicken austin has to offer. The boneless fried chicken with rice and salad is easy for anyone to love, especially with the different sauces to choose from. I love the signature Kai Zabb sauce but the other ones are equally enjoyable. There is plenty of shade, clean bathrooms, and an outdoor play area for kids. Mine especially loved the castle play scape. The Thai tea is heavy on the tea and lemon flavor and milkless. It came highly recommended. read more

This is a really cute food truck area, with picnic tables that have a little covering, perfect for shade during the hot seasons, and good enough to fend off a slight rain drizzle. If you don't go at a busy time, food takes about 15 min to come out because everything is made fresh to order, but I would still definitely recommend ordering online first. I got the kaeng panaeng, and it was so delicious! Servings are pretty big, and the chicken is so hot and crispy, while maintaining a really nice juiciness. It comes with a refreshing salad which I really appreciate too! I love the flavor of the curry too, it's so deep and rich. I got the medium spiciness level and it was perfect, as someone who enjoys a good amount of spice. The worker was also super friendly, keeping me updated about the wait time and making sure everyone was ok. read more

Kai Zabb - Kaeng panaeng - Food Trucks Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Amazing !!! The Kai Zabb fried chicken platter was awesome. What a sauce !!!! We also had the Thai tea with lemon. Superb This food truck was excellent. Great service read more

I have visited Kai zabb twice in 1 week with different guest and have only had positive experiences. The food is worth it in flavor and quantity, truly delicious, my goodness. Pictured is the kra prao and I later tried the Kia zabb dish. All menu items come with a salad with homemade yummy dressing, rice and perfectly fried (good portion) chicken and whatever sauce you've chosen from the menu so if placing an order for delivery the chicken doesn't arrive soggy, and if eating in your person the sauce comes in the side as well and you can add as much as wanted. It's a guaranteed great experience which is why I have never had any doubt when recommending it to another! Decent sized parking lot, plenty of outdoor covered seating and typically a 15 min wait for food to come out. read more

Kai Zabb - Kra- Prao - Food Trucks Near Me - Austin, Texas

Came here with my boyfriend for lunch and we both were super impressed with this spot! The owner is so so nice and takes such pride in the food he's making. We got the Kai Zabb and the Kra Prao and both were fantastic and came with a side salad. The salad was good and the dressing was homemade and very tasty. Both dishes were super good but I think we both liked the Kra Prao the most! The chicken is perfectly crispy and comes with a good portion. The medium spice was perfect and the basil added such a nice flavor. The Kai Zabb was also fantastic but had a lighter sauce that was maybe a little more vinegary. Overall, I think anyone would love this place and there are so many great food trucks on this lot! Super cute vibe and lots of great seating. read more

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This place is nestled in a little food truck court. The service was timely and impeccable. Owners were very nice and friendly, gave a few recommendations. The food itself was crispy, delicious, and the fry on the chicken was not oily at all. They definitely know what they're doing. I'll be back for more. read more

Kai Zabb is an absolute hidden gem (tuck in the back of the McNeil food-truck park)! This food truck is serving up one of the most unique and delicious fried chicken dishes with a Thai twist my husband and I ever had. Their fried chicken with curry (kaeng panaeng and kaeng kari) hits different--crispy, juicy (not oily), perfectly seasoned, and paired with a rich, flavorful curry that's comforting and addicting. Definitely a perfect choice for anyone who's a fan of the Japanese chicken curry dish. You can also tell they use only the freshest and highest quality ingredients--the flavors are vibrant, and everything tastes so thoughtfully prepared. It's comfort food elevated to the next level! Not to mention their Thai tea and fried banana dessert slap--the tea doesn't taste water down like many places in Austin and the dessert is a sweet, warm hug in your mouth. Also, it's a small detail, but I appreciated that their food is packed inside a sturdy paper container rather than in a styrofoam or plastic, which makes it easier to reheat later in the microwave as well as reduce the exposure to microplastics. All in all, this food truck is run by the original owners of Dang Hot 89. Thus, if you're a fan of the food prior to it moving to the East side you will not be disappointed with this new concept. All in all, if anyone is looking for something special and crave-worthy, Kai Zabb is a must-try! Trust me--you'll be thinking about that chicken and curry combo long after your last bite (in fact, I'm salivating right now as I'm writing this). read more

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I thought about my first meal here for 2 weeks until I was able to make it back. We've tried about half of the menu at this point and everything is next-level good. The fried chicken is light and crispy and perfect, and the sauces are unbelievable. The folks that own and run this place are so nice and you can tell they take a ton of pride in their food, as they should. read more

Kai Zabb is dangerously addictive. Thai-inspired fried chicken that's light, crispy, and fried perfectly. The rice is high quality (which is rare), and the Kai Zabb sauce is next-level delicious. read more

Kai Zabb - Kai Zabb fried chicken. - Food Trucks Near Me - Austin, Texas

Super tasty! The owner and chef is super friendly. The chicken was fantastic, really juicy with a very light breading, not at all greasy. I loved the curry. It reminded me a lot of a spicier version of Japanese curry. Meal also comes with a great salad. In front of the truck is a nicely shaded area with tables. Pretty comfy despite it being 95 out. Highly recommend! *photo is with the meal half eaten already. They give a lot more chicken than shown. read more

Kai Zabb - Kaeng Kari and Thai Tea - Food Trucks Near Me - Austin, Texas

I arrived just before they closed and he had already closed the food prep area. I was ok with trying it another time, but he insisted that it was no issue and made me food anyhow. Everything on the menu has fried chicken. I think everything looked good, and I went for the coconut curry dish with fried chicken and rice. It also came with a side salad which I did not expect but I always appreciate a good side salad with quality lettuce. The curry was so good! I liked it more than the same type of curry at the regular brick and mortar Thai place I've been going to for years. The fried chicken was nice and crispy and the meat juicy. Excellent experience!!! Can't wait to try the other food trucks near by! read more

Kai Zabb - Such a cool area to eat! It was much cooler under this covered area (which is also under some tree coverage). - Food Trucks Near Me - Austin, Texas

Just amazing. You can tell that everything is fresh and made with care and love. I believe good food is in the small details and these guys really have it down, not only is the chicken perfectly cooked. The sauces are transcendental. I went with my wife and daughter, and we all got something different and tried each other's. I got the Kra Prao, spicy. I like spicy food, not kill you spicy but spicy and hot. This was perfect. The portions were huge. It comes with rice and a salad so it's basically a full meal plus you're gonna have leftovers. The owner was a joy to meet and you can tell if this is her passion and the setting under the outdoor patio was cozy and complete. read more

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Good crispness on the batter of the fried chicken + Kai Zabb sauce is wonderfully flavorful

Gosh I hate to be the first to review! First off I love to support small business and I hoped to give this place more than 3 :(... their service was good, just one person doing everything was a little too much but I understand and he was quick! :). They only have fried (breaded) chicken that am not a great fan of! The curry tasted ok, it's pre-made and I saw it being microwaved and am like oh hmm ! I hope they get some more options with more live cooking and not reheating it! My two cents read more

Kai Zabb was the best Thai food I've had in Austin. Service was excellent as well as the food would definitely recommend!

The food here was so good and a great portion size for $15.99. I had the Kra Pao and the sauce was soo good and the chicken was very crispy and fresh. It's just the one guy who owns the place running everything so please be patient as he's gotten very busy due to a viral TikTok. I waited around an hour and a half but honestly thought the chicken was worth it! read more

The food and service here was a 12/10 I would give 7 stars if I could. The owner was so incredibly kind and obviously cares about his customers. The panaeng curry was super flavorful and the chicken stayed crispy even after we sat and ate for over 30 minutes. I would highly recommend! read more

Maybe the best chicken I've ever had, along with the house made sauce it's unmatched. I will be driving 25 minutes to go back. The 3 star someone left is simply wrong - I've never felt more compelled to leave a review, nor have I before, but this place deserves a Michelin star dang it! Can't say enough good things about it read more

Service was amazing, place was really clean & Delicious Thai Tea. KAENG PANAENG and KAI ZABB were a 10/10 read more

Kai Zabb - Delicious Thai Tea! 10/10 - Food Trucks Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Kai Zabb is so good I want to keep it all for myself. And simultaneously tell everyone I know to come eat here. Small menu because everything is a hit, with huge portions and fresh crispy chicken. Ordering in advance is a good idea - since everything is made to order there's always a wait, but if you aren't sure what to get the owner/chef is very friendly and is happy to chat about the menu. The sauces are really what makes this S-tier, the hedonist in me wants to bathe in them. Light and thin, perfect for dunking or drizzling, and packed with flavor. Basil chicken (Kra-Prao) is my favorite so far. Don't be scared to get it spicy! Kai Tod is the least exciting, very sweet and sticky, but perfect for simpler (or younger) palates. Everything comes with a mountain of rice and a side salad, too. And the leftovers reheated very well the next day! The sitting area for the truck is spacious and cozy; big tables, lots of happy plants, and with a large shade cover overhead - secluded enough to sit down and have a conversation (between stuffing your mouth with chicken...) Looking forward to coming back soon! read more

THIS FOOD IS AMAZING. And don't skip the Thai Iced Tea!!!! I can't wait to keep coming back for more!!

I made a yelp just to write this. This place is incredible. I've had it twice this week for lunch and this place is the definition of flavor. I grew up on Thai food and this place I have to say does it better than my grandma lol. read more

Great food! Love the fried chicken and Thai convergence! The owner does everything. Cool food court too!

Chicken is excellent. Sauces are great. The owner takes time to explain his style and what he does. I like that he does not try to do too many things. Chicken Delicious!! read more