Elephant Thai Flagstaff

About Elephant Thai Flagstaff

Elephant Thai Flagstaff brings authentic and flavourful Thai dining to northern Hamilton. Located along Borman Road, the restaurant crafts a broad selection of classic Thai dishes ranging from fragrant coconut curries and wok-tossed stir-fries to comforting street-food noodle soups and appetisers. Each dish is prepared with customary Thai herbs and aromatics, including lemongrass, galangal, kaffir lime, and fresh Thai basil.

Whether dropping by for a quick midday lunch, grabbing dinner to take home, or ordering delivery, diners can explore familiar staples like Pad Thai and Green Curry alongside slow-cooked house specialities such as massaman lamb shank and tender beef cheek. Elephant Thai Flagstaff offers a warm neighbourhood dining option catering to varied tastes with flexible protein choices and customisable extras.

Elephant Thai Flagstaff: Authentic Thai Curries and Street Food in Hamilton

Elephant Thai Flagstaff provides Hamilton diners with an expansive culinary journey across Thailand's vibrant food landscape. Set in the suburban retail precinct along Borman Road, the kitchen specialises in delivering authentic flavours underpinned by essential Thai aromatics: crushed lemongrass, galangal root, fresh chilies, and fragrant kaffir lime leaves.

From the moment you browse the menu, the focus on authentic technique and variety stands out. The starters introduce diners to traditional textures, from crisp vegetable spring rolls and homemade chicken curry puffs to signature Elephant Thai Rolls filled with seasoned pork, prawn meat, and herbs. Roti bread accompanied by a creamy house-made peanut satay sauce offers a rich, comforting introduction to any meal.

Rich Curries and Slow-Cooked Specials

The curry selection forms the heart of Elephant Thai's kitchen. Guests can order classic Green, Red, Panang, Massaman, and Yellow curries, each simmered in rich coconut milk or coconut cream with crisp vegetables and balanced spices.

Beyond the familiar curry staples, the Chef Special section showcases indulgent, slow-cooked creations. Gaeng Neua pairs melt-in-the-mouth beef cheek with green curry sauce and seasonal produce, while the Thai Lamb Shank Curry presents a whole slow-cooked hind shank bathed in peanut-rich massaman gravy. Meat lovers can also delve into Crying Tigers marinated beef, Crispy Pork Panang, or the aromatic Elephant Thai Chicken stir-fried with lime leaf, fresh galangal, and green peppercorns.

Wok-Tossed Favourites and Fresh Salads

Noodle and stir-fry lovers will find Thai street-food mainstays cooked to order. The noodle roster highlights Pad Thai tossed in a house-made tamarind sauce, spicy Pad Kee Maow (Drunken Noodles) laden with fresh chili, basil, and baby corn, and comforting Pad See Ew tossed with wide flat rice noodles and greens. Rice choices are equally comprehensive, spanning fragrant Khao Pad, Thai Curry Fried Rice, and zesty Tom Yum Fried Rice.

For those seeking bold herbal freshness, the kitchen turns out classic Thai salads. Thai Chicken Larb brings together seasoned minced chicken, toasted rice, lime, and mint, while the Nam Tok salad features tender beef scotch fillet dressed in a lively sweet, sour, and spicy dressing.

With flexible service options covering lunch and evening dinner service across pickup and contactless delivery, Elephant Thai Flagstaff remains a reliable local go-to for quality Thai cooking in Hamilton.

Signature items

• Thai Lamb Shank Curry
• Gaeng Neua
• Pad Kra Pao
• Elephant Thai Chicken
• Crispy Pork Panang
• Elephant Thai Rolls

Menu

Soup

• Tom Yum Soup — Hot and sour soup with mushroom and onion, cooked with galangal, lemongrass, and lime juice.
• Noodle Soup — Thai beef noodle soup boasting a fragrant broth and meat.
• Tom Kha Soup — Hot and sour soup with mushroom and onion, cooked with galangal, lemongrass, and lime juice.

Curry

• Green Curry — Thai green curry paste cooked in rich coconut milk with seasonal vegetables.
• Red Curry — Home-made red curry sauce cooked in rich coconut milk with bamboo shoots.
• Panang Curry — Panang curry prepared with rich coconut cream and crushed roasted peanuts.
• Massaman Curry — Massaman curry paste cooked with rich coconut cream, peanuts, potatoes, and onions.
• Yellow Curry — Creamy coconut curry with potatoes, carrots, and onions, infused with mild yellow curry spices.

Entree

• Thai Spring Roll — Deep fried golden pastry filled with cabbage, carrot, and vermicelli noodles, served with sweet chili sauce.
• Thai Curry Puff — Minced chicken with potato, onion, and mild curry in puff pastry, served with sweet chili sauce.
• Chicken Satay Skewers — Marinated tender chicken breast grilled on skewers, served with home-made satay sauce.
• Grilled Chicken Wings — Grilled marinated chicken wings in thai soy sauce, served with home-made chili sauce.
• Elephant Thai Rolls — Marinated pork and prawn meat with thai herbs wrapped in deep fried golden pastry.
• Roti Bread — Thai flatbread paired with a rich peanut satay sauce.
• Mixed Entrée 6pcs — 2 crispy spring rolls, 2 golden curry puffs, and 2 chicken satay skewers served with Thai sweet chili sauce.
• Thai Crispy Cheese Roll — Spring roll wrappers filled with cheese, potato, and bacon or ham.

Noodles

• Pad Thai Noodles — Noodles cooked with home-made tamarind sauce, egg, and onions, served with crushed peanuts and bean sprouts.
• Satay Stir-Fry Noodle — White rice noodles stir-fried with home-made satay sauce, carrots, onion, and eggs.
• Pad Kee Maow — Stir-fried wide rice noodles with fresh chili, basil, bamboo shoots, green beans, egg, and baby corn.
• Pad See Ew — Wide rice noodles tossed with soy sauce, egg, vegetables, and your choice of meat.

Stir-Fry

• Cashew Nut Stir-Fry — Cooked with special sauce, seasonal vegetables, and roasted cashew nuts.
• Basil Stir-Fry — Home-made basil paste stir-fried with red chilies, green beans, and onions.
• Satay Sauce Stir-Fry — Mixed seasonal vegetables stir-fried in rich satay sauce.
• Ginger Stir-Fry — Stir-fry with fresh ginger, onions, and seasonal vegetables.
• Sweet and Sour Stir-Fry — Specially made sweet and sour sauce tossed with onions, tomatoes, and cucumbers.
• Garlic Pepper Stir-Fry — Stir-fry infused with garlic, black pepper, and savoury sauce.
• Oyster Sauce Stir-Fry — Fresh vegetables and choice of meat tossed in rich oyster sauce.

Fried Rice

• Khao Pad - Fried Rice — Thai jasmine rice stir-fried with egg, onion, carrots, and seasonal vegetables.
• Thai Curry Fried Rice — Fried rice infused with Thai curry flavours and stir-fried with seasonal vegetables.
• Thai Basil Fried Rice — Fried rice with Thai basil, vegetables, garlic, chili, fried egg, and your choice of meat.
• Tom Yum Fried Rice — Stir-fried rice combining protein, vegetables, lemongrass, galangal, and kaffir lime leaves.

Thai Salad

• Thai Chicken Larb — Minced chicken salad with fresh herbs, lime juice, fish sauce, and toasted rice.
• Thai Beef Salad Nam Tok — Beef scotch fillet tossed in a sweet, sour, and spicy dressing with fresh herbs.
• Crispy Pork Salad — Crispy pork tossed with onions, cucumber, tomato, and special Thai chili jam.

Chef Special

• Elephant Thai Chicken — Stir-fry boneless chicken breast with galangal, lime leaf, and green pepper.
• Crying Tigers — Special marinated beef cooked with onion and seasonal vegetables.
• Crispy Pork Panang — Stir fried in a rich, aromatic curry sauce and vegetables with a hint of sweetness and spice.
• Gaeng Neua — Slow-cooked tender beef cheek served with Thai Green Curry and seasonal vegetables.
• Thai Lamb Shank Curry — Slowly cooked lamb hind shank served in massaman curry sauce with seasonal vegetables and peanuts.
• Pad Kra Pao — Minced chicken stir-fried with fragrant Thai basil leaves, garlic, chilies, and onions, served with jasmine rice and topped with a fried egg.
• Black Pepper Sauce Stir fried Beef — Marinated beef stir-fried with seasonal vegetables, onion, and black pepper sauce.
• Beef Cheek Basil Stir Fry — Beef cheek stir fried with fragrant Thai basil leaves, chili, garlic, bamboo shoots, and seasonal vegetables.

Dessert / Extra

• Mango Sticky Rice — Sweet sticky rice topped with fresh mango and drizzled with creamy coconut milk.
• Extra Meat — Additional portion of meat added to any dish.
• Extra Tofu — Additional portion of tofu added to any dish.
• Extra Jasmine Rice — Side serving of steamed Thai jasmine rice.
• Fried Egg — Fried egg served on top of your meal.
• Khai Jeow (Thai Omelette) — Traditional Thai style savoury omelette.
• Extra Noodles — Additional portion of noodles.
• Extra Veges — Additional portion of mixed seasonal vegetables.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Elephant Thai Flagstaff located?

The restaurant is located at 2/454 Borman Road, Flagstaff, Hamilton 3210.

Does Elephant Thai Flagstaff offer delivery and pickup?

Yes, both pickup and no-contact delivery options are available via online ordering.

What are the opening hours at Elephant Thai Flagstaff?

The restaurant is open Tuesday through Friday and Sunday for lunch (11:30 am to 2:00 pm) and dinner (4:30 pm to 8:30 pm). On Saturdays, it opens for dinner only from 4:30 pm to 8:30 pm. It is closed on Mondays.

Can I customise dishes with extra toppings or ingredients?

Yes, you can add extra meat, extra tofu, extra vegetables, extra noodles, jasmine rice, or a fried egg to your order.

What signature chef specials are available?

Specialities include Gaeng Neua (slow-cooked beef cheek in green curry), Thai Lamb Shank Curry, Pad Kra Pao with a fried egg, Crying Tigers marinated beef, and Crispy Pork Panang.

Is lunch served every day?

Lunch is served from 11:30 am to 2:00 pm Tuesday through Friday and on Sunday. Lunch service is not available on Saturdays or Mondays.

Tips

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Good to know

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