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Yum Yai Express Thai Kitchen

Shop 5/33 Main St, Mawson Lakes SA 5095, Australia

Recommended by 43 people

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Shop 5/33 Main St, Mawson Lakes SA 5095, Australia

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+61 8 8162 5200
HoursMonday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM Tuesday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM Thursday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM Friday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Yum Yai Express Thai Kitchen

Wok-tossed Thai street plates hit the counter fast at this Mawson Lakes staple. Cooked from scratch right before your eyes—steaming boxes packed with generous meat and vegetables. University students and lunching regulars know to show up just before midday to skip the rush. Grab spicy basil chicken, saucy pad see ew, or the rich, silky lard na layered with crisp broccoli and egg ribbons.

  • Open-Kitchen Wok Cooking: Select your own ingredients and watch your noodles seared fresh to order in full view of the counter.
  • Rapid Express Turnaround: Piping hot lunch specials and stir-fries dished up in minutes for easy takeaway or quick solo dining.
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Why Choose Yum Yai Express Thai Kitchen

Discover why diners choose Yum Yai Express for fast, authentic Thai meals in Mawson Lakes.

  • Rapid Turnaround for Tight Breaks

    Freshly prepared stir-fries and noodles are cooked at a brisk pace, making it ideal for lunchtime schedules and fast takeaways.

    Food was made very quickly.

    Lien Nguyen

  • Generously Portioned Servings

    Dishes come packed with ample proteins and crisp vegetables, ensuring hearty value on lunch specials and regular orders.

    they are always generous with the meat portions as well.

    Ben (South Australia Vibes)

  • Authentic Street-Food Flavours

    Intense, homestyle wok dishes evoke genuine street-food memories for patrons craving true Southeast Asian flavors.

    It makes us want to go back to Thailand to eat the street food again.

    Paula Krajnc

  • Open-Display Kitchen Cooking

    Meals are cooked to order from scratch right before your eyes, offering complete visibility and ingredient customization.

    The kitchen is on show so You can watch Your food being cooked.

    Amanda J

  • Low-Fuss Solo Dining Setup

    A relaxed, low-key setting lets guests eat comfortably on their own with a laptop or take a pause between university classes.

    Easy to dine alone with a computer

    Amanda J

  • Convenient Local Takeaway Option

    Conveniently positioned for fast counter pickup or delivery, providing an uncomplicated solution for busy weekday evenings.

    I will definitely be buying take away again.

    Hazel Prentice

Customer favourites cooked fresh to order with generous portions and bold street-food flavours.

  • Lard Na

    Had the vegetarian Lard Na at YumYai and was thoroughly impressed. The gravy was rich and flavourful with a silky texture, perfectly coating the generous mix of crisp vegetables like broccoli and carrots.

    Isaac H (Isaac)

  • Pineapple Fried Rice

    I love getting the Pineapple Fried Rice. I’ve been getting it for years

    Tallulah Pelham

  • Hot & Spicy Noodles

    I love the Hot & Spicy Noodles they make and they are always generous with the meat portions as well.

    Ben (South Australia Vibes)

  • Pad See Eiw

    We ordered the Pad See Eiw and Spicy Basil Stir-Fry Chicken from the lunch special. The portion sizes were generous, and the food was very delicious.

    Roanna

Before you head over

Practical tips for timing your visit and ordering at Yum Yai Express Thai Kitchen

  • Arrive Before Noon for Lunch

    The kitchen gets very busy during peak lunch hours. Arrive just before 12:00 PM to beat the rush and get your food much quicker.

  • Opt for Takeaway During Busy Times

    Seating is limited in the casual dining area, so plan on takeaway or grab a simple solo table if you are working on a laptop.

  • Customize at the Open Kitchen

    Take advantage of the open-display kitchen to watch your meal being cooked from scratch and customize your own ingredients.

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