Papaya Tree
Restaurant · ThaiKensington
No dishes marked gluten free
47 dishesmenu read 9 Novpapayatree.co.uk
Always confirm with staffAnswers come from the venue’s own menu or its listed ingredients; none of them means a dish is safe. Kitchens share surfaces and menus change. If you have coeliac disease or an allergy, tell staff and confirm before you order.
Menu
Badges show only what the menu states. Dashed “Likely …”: our guess from the ingredients. Anything else: not listed, so ask staff.
To begin
- Moo Ping£10.95
Chargrilled sweet and spicy marinated pork neck on bamboo skewers served with a tamarind and chilli dip. Delicious with some sticky rice!
- Duck Spring Rolls£9.95
Roast shredded duck breast, vermicelli and peppered cabbage. Served with spiced hoi sin sauce.
Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists spring roll): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (papayatree.co.uk)
- Fresh Prawn Summer Rolls£10.95
Rice paper rolls packed with king tiger prawns, fresh mint, glass noodles and crunchy vegetables. Served with chilli and lime sauce.
Likely shellfish. Shellfish: Our guess from the ingredients (lists prawn, prawns): likely contains shellfish. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (papayatree.co.uk)
- Spicy Thai Prawn Crackers£6.95
Mouth-wateringly crispy crackers served with homemade peanut and coconut milk sauce.
Likely nuts. Nuts: Our guess from the ingredients (lists peanut): likely contains nuts. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (papayatree.co.uk)
- Papaya Tree Crispy Duck£18.95
Classic dish of quarter duck served with sliced spring onion, cucumber, pancakes, chilli oil and hoi sin sauce.
Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists pancake): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (papayatree.co.uk)
- Chiang Mai Salad Wrap£16.95
A classic dish from northern Thailand. Minced 'basil infused' chicken and crispy noodles served with lettuce leaves for yourself to wrap…
Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists wrap, noodle, noodles): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (papayatree.co.uk)
- Thai Sweetcorn Cakes£8.95
Made with thai red curry paste and lime leaves served with sweet garlic and chilli sauce.
- Vegetable Gyoza£8.95
Shallow fried vegetable dumplings served with oriental red vinegar and chilli oil.
Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists dumpling, gyoza, dumplings): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (papayatree.co.uk)
- Papaya Tree Wings£9.95
Pan fried chicken wings with salt and garlic seasoning.
- Tod Mun Pla£9.95
Thai fish cakes made from specially imported thai fish with lime leaves and various spices.
Likely fish. Fish: Our guess from the ingredients (lists fish): likely contains fish. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (papayatree.co.uk)
- Satay£9.95
Strips of marinated chicken on bamboo skewers, served with thai peanut butter sauce.
Likely nuts. Nuts: Our guess from the ingredients (lists peanut, satay, peanut butter): likely contains nuts. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (papayatree.co.uk)
- Khanom Jeep£9.95
Delicate steamed dumplings with minced pork and prawns topped with garlic oil.
Likely shellfish. Shellfish: Our guess from the ingredients (lists prawn, prawns): likely contains shellfish. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (papayatree.co.uk)
- Thai Vegetable Spring Rolls£8.95
Spring rolls filled with vermicelli and spiced cabbage, served with plum sauce.
- Fried Tofu Cubes£8.95
Shallow fried and served with sweet garlic and chilli sauce.
Likely soy. Soy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists tofu): likely contains soy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (papayatree.co.uk)
- The Papaya Tree Collection£17.95
2 each of our most popular starters: chicken satay with peanut sauce, thai fish cakes, gyoza, sweetcorn cakes and vegetable spring rolls.
Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists gyoza, cake): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (papayatree.co.uk)Likely nuts. Nuts: Our guess from the ingredients (lists peanut, satay): likely contains nuts. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (papayatree.co.uk)Likely fish. Fish: Our guess from the ingredients (lists fish): likely contains fish. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (papayatree.co.uk)
Soups
- Tom Yum Soup£8.95
A rich hot and sour soup with lime juice, lime leaves, lemon grass, galangal and chilli. Mushroom 8.95, chicken 9.95, prawn 10.95.
- Tom Kah£8.95
A mild coconut chicken soup with lime juice, lemon grass and a splash of chilli oil. Mushroom 8.95, chicken 9.95.
- Wonton Soup£10.95
Pork and prawn dumplings in clear broth with sesame oil.
Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists dumpling, wonton, dumplings): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (papayatree.co.uk)Likely sesame. Sesame: Our guess from the ingredients (lists sesame): likely contains sesame. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (papayatree.co.uk)Likely shellfish. Shellfish: Our guess from the ingredients (lists prawn): likely contains shellfish. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (papayatree.co.uk)
To follow
- Som Tum£15.95
The dish of the restaurant! Crunchy thai salad of shredded papaya mixed with lime juice, fish sauce, chilli, minced garlic, shredded…
Likely nuts. Nuts: Our guess from the ingredients (lists peanut, peanuts, som tum): likely contains nuts. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (papayatree.co.uk)Likely fish. Fish: Our guess from the ingredients (lists fish, fish sauce): likely contains fish. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (papayatree.co.uk)
- Yum Woon Sen£14.95
Vermicelli noodle tossed with minced pork, spring onions and carrots in a spicy lemon dressing.
- Goong Cha Nam Pla£16.95
A favourite for native thai people! Sashimi tiger king prawns topped with a lime, minced chilli and garlic dressing.
Likely shellfish. Shellfish: Our guess from the ingredients (lists prawn, prawns): likely contains shellfish. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (papayatree.co.uk)
Mains
- Papaya Tree Salt and Pepper Squid£16.95
Crispy 'diamond cut' squid with sea salt, thai pepper powder and finely minced garlic and chilli.
Likely shellfish. Shellfish: Our guess from the ingredients (lists squid): likely contains shellfish. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (papayatree.co.uk)
- Peppery Thai Seabass£18.95
Fillet of fresh line caught seabass topped with garlic and cracked black pepper sauce, fresh young black stemmed peppercorns and crispy…
Likely fish. Fish: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains fish. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (papayatree.co.uk)
- Pad Krapow£14.95
Fresh thai basil leaves, onion, minced chilli and garlic. Tofu 14.95, minced chicken/pork 15.95, beef 16.95, king tiger prawns 17.95.
- Pad Kratiam£14.95
Garlic and cracked black pepper sauce. Tofu 14.95, chicken/pork 15.95, beef 16.95, king tiger prawns 17.95.
- Pad King£14.95
Sliced ginger and vegetables in a light soya sauce. Tofu 14.95, chicken/pork 15.95, beef 16.95, king tiger prawns 17.95.
Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (papayatree.co.uk)Likely soy. Soy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists soya, tofu): likely contains soy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (papayatree.co.uk)
- Tiger Cry£28.95
Chargrilled sirloin marinated in our special sauce served on a sizzling iron plate with a lime, tamarind juice, ground chilli and spring…
- Goong Ob Woon Sen£17.95
One of the most popular dishes at seafood restaurants in thailand. King tiger prawns mixed with bean thread vermicelli and thai spices…
Likely shellfish. Shellfish: Our guess from the ingredients (lists prawn, prawns): likely contains shellfish. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (papayatree.co.uk)
- Pla Lad Prik£18.95
Crispy fillet of seabass topped with a garlicky sweet chilli sauce.
Likely fish. Fish: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains fish. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (papayatree.co.uk)
- Jungle Duck£17.95
Roasted duck served on a sizzling iron plate with lime and thai basil leaves, young peppercorns and chilli.
- Tamarind Duck£17.95
Roasted duck breast topped with tangy tamarind juices and roasted cashewnuts.
Likely nuts. Nuts: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains nuts. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (papayatree.co.uk)
Curries
- Massaman Lamb Curry£17.95
Tender lamb cutlets served in a smooth and mild curry with coconut milk, potatoes and cherry tomatoes. Roasted peanuts and a delicate…
Likely nuts. Nuts: Our guess from the ingredients (lists peanut, peanuts, massaman): likely contains nuts. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (papayatree.co.uk)
- Geang Kheaw Wan£14.95
Green curry with aubergine, bamboo shoots and coconut milk. Tofu 14.95, chicken/pork 15.95, beef 16.95, king tiger prawns 17.95.
- Geang Pet£14.95
Red curry with aubergine, bamboo shoots and coconut milk. Tofu 14.95, chicken/pork 15.95, beef 16.95, king tiger prawns 17.95.
- Geang Penang£14.95
A rich and thick 'peanutty' red curry with coconut milk and shredded lime leaves. Tofu 14.95, chicken/pork 15.95, beef 16.95, king tiger…
- Massaman Curry£14.95
Special thai curry cooked with coconut milk, potatoes, roasted nuts, tomatoes and onion. Tofu 14.95, chicken/pork 15.95, beef 16.95, king…
Likely nuts. Nuts: Our guess from the ingredients (lists massaman): likely contains nuts. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (papayatree.co.uk)
Noodles and rice
- Ultimate Pad Thai£26.95
Classic pad thai with black tiger king prawns served in an omelette pillow topped with garlic and cracked black pepper king prawns. Served…
Likely nuts. Nuts: Our guess from the ingredients (lists pad thai): likely contains nuts. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (papayatree.co.uk)Likely egg. Egg: Our guess from the ingredients (lists omelette, pad thai): likely contains egg. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (papayatree.co.uk)Likely shellfish. Shellfish: Our guess from the ingredients (lists prawn, prawns): likely contains shellfish. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (papayatree.co.uk)
- Royal Thai Pineapple Rice£18.95
Stir fried jasmine rice with chicken, king tiger prawns, fresh pineapple cubes and sultanas. Served in a fresh pineapple shell.
Likely shellfish. Shellfish: Our guess from the ingredients (lists prawn, prawns): likely contains shellfish. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (papayatree.co.uk)
- Kao Pad Krapow Gai£17.95
Spicy fried rice with minced chicken and fresh thai basil leaves.
- Classic Pad Thai£16.95
Our famous fried rice noodles made with our secret recipe sauce with egg, ground peanuts and a wedge of lime. Tofu 16.95, chicken/pork…
Likely nuts. Nuts: Our guess from the ingredients (lists peanut, peanuts, pad thai): likely contains nuts. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (papayatree.co.uk)Likely egg. Egg: Our guess from the ingredients (lists egg, fried rice, pad thai): likely contains egg. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (papayatree.co.uk)
- Pad Kee Mao£15.95
Humorously known as 'drunken noodles', this spicy fried rice noodles is tossed with chilli and fresh basil leaves. Tofu 15.95, chicken/pork…
Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists noodle, noodles): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (papayatree.co.uk)Likely soy. Soy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists tofu): likely contains soy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (papayatree.co.uk)
- Pad See-Ew Noodles£15.95
Fried rice noodles with minced egg and dark soya sauce. Tofu 15.95, chicken/pork 16.95, beef 17.95, king tiger prawns 18.95.
Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists noodle, noodles): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (papayatree.co.uk)Likely egg. Egg: Our guess from the ingredients (lists egg, fried rice): likely contains egg. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (papayatree.co.uk)Likely soy. Soy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists soya, tofu): likely contains soy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (papayatree.co.uk)
- Crystal Pad Thai£19.95
King tiger prawns fried with glass vermicelli noodles.
Likely shellfish. Shellfish: Our guess from the ingredients (lists prawn, prawns): likely contains shellfish. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (papayatree.co.uk)
- Steamed Thai Jasmine Rice£3.95
- Coconut Rice£4.50
Steamed jasmine rice infused with light coconut milk.
- Kao Neaw£4.50
Famous sticky rice from northern and north east thailand.
- Thai Brown Rice£4.95
A whole grain rice from thailand with health promoting properties.
Set menus (per person)
Set menus, banquets and tasting menus: a meal for the table, priced per person, often with a minimum number of guests.
- Lunch Set Menu
1. Pick a starter: thai prawn crackers, vegetable spring rolls, vegetable gyoza, thai fish cakes. 2. Pick a main course (all stir fries and…
Good to know
Restaurant
Facts
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Address | 209 Kensington High Street, Kensington, W8 6BD |
| Area | Kensington and Chelsea |
| Kind | Restaurant · Thai |
| Phone | +44 20 7937 2260 |
| Website | papayatree.co.uk |
| Booking | Online through Book online |
| Menu read | 9 Nov 2026 from papayatree.co.uk |
| Map | Open in Google Maps |
What diners say
No diner ratings yet.
Ratings are diners’ own experience. They don’t make a dish safe; neither do we.
Where this comes from
- papayatree.co.uk/lunch-set-menu.htmlHTML · read 9 Nov 2026
- papayatree.co.uk/7.htmlHTML · read 9 Nov 2026
Allergen answers come from the menu’s labels first, then the listed ingredients, then a model’s judgement checked when unsure. How allergen status is decided.
Questions about Papaya Tree
Does Papaya Tree have gluten-free options?
No dish is marked gluten free as served, from the menu read 9 Nov 2026. Each dish shows whether the venue labelled it or it was read from the ingredients.
Is Papaya Tree coeliac friendly?
Eatcrush reads each venue’s own menu and says where every answer came from. It never calls a dish safe: kitchens share fryers, boards and flour, and menus change. If you have coeliac disease or an allergy, confirm with staff before you order.
Can I book Papaya Tree online?
Yes, through Book online: http://papayatree.co.uk/book-now-.html