Helmed by noted Chef Pearl Pardee (her name might sound familiar since she also owns lively local haunt Thai Spices Natural Kitchen), Fresh & Natural Thai Kitchen has been on our must-try list since it opened back in 2019. We love the modern and bright setting of this fast casual Thai restaurant. Enjoy your meal outside on the patio that features a babbling water fountain and watch the cars whiz by on AZ-89A. Inside, discover a contemporary space that comes complete with orange walls, wood ceilings and lightly colored tables that add warmth to the restaurant. Find healthy, fresh Thai food that’s also peanut and dairy-free on the menu here. True to its name, we couldn’t get over how fresh everything tasted. Like all the produce had just been plucked from the farm.
To start off, we ordered Steamed Chicken Dumplings. We delighted into biting into these warm, hearty dumplings that were perfectly steamed. We also enjoyed the colorful, fresh and crunchy green salad served on the side along with a dipping sauce that made for a beautiful plate. Speaking of another eye-pleasing presentation, we couldn’t get enough of the Spicy Shrimp Salad. We dug into the oversized wok-seared large shrimp mixed in fresh lemongrass, red and green onion and cilantro. The shrimp was served on a bed of mixed greens and herbs that was all tossed in a mild chili shrimp and lemon dressing. The dish was spicy, refreshing, and the spicy shrimp paired well with a well-balanced, light salad.
Next, we decided to try the Wild Salmon Delicacy. Another colorful dish, this entrée featured blanched salmon that was carefully seasoned with turmeric, garlic, cumin and black pepper cooked in a rich and bright yellow sauce of coconut milk and yellow curry. What we love most about Thai food is the variety of spices that make these healthy options delectable, and this perfectly spiced dish more than exceeded our expectations. We can’t think of a better way to end a night here than by finishing your meal with a warm cup of tea. − A Sedona Foodie
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