Welcome to SS Gai
Nestled in Nashville, SS Gai serves an authentic taste of Thai street food, specializing in grilled chicken known as gai yang. Diners rave about the perfectly smoked, juicy flavors complemented by sticky rice and vibrant dipping sauces. Signature dishes include the Fried Mango Sticky Rice and refreshing Thai Iced Tea, delivering a genuine Thai experience. The warm ambiance and attentive service elevate the dining experience, making it a standout spot for food enthusiasts. With a menu that evolves frequently, there’s always something new to try, ensuring every visit to SS Gai is a delightful culinary adventure worth savoring.
SS Gai: Reviews & Ratings
Delicious! Seriously amazing food. Could not recommend more. The service is great. The food is perfection. 10/10 experience! If you haven't been, you must go! Try eating the chicken the way they explain, pulling it apart and making lettuce wraps with the rice and veggies and using the sauces they give you. You will not be disappointed!! The Fried Mango Sticky Rice is also a must. And try the burnt Coconut drink. After you are finished drinking it they will cut it open for you so you can eat the fruit out of the inside. And try their specials that change up regularly. I have never been disappointed.
Best gai yang I’ve had outside of Thailand! My wife is from Thailand, and I’ve been there numerous times over the years. I can never find gai yang like what I’ve had in Thailand until today at SS Gai. The gai yang, sticky rice, vegetables, and dipping sauce were excellent. My 10 year old loved the Thai Iced Tea, saying it tastes like the ones in Thailand and not overly sweet like the ones we find in the US. Great job SS Gai!
We ordered the Gai Yang (grilled chicken) and Gai Tod (fried chicken) plus Sweet Potato Cabbage Salad, Burnt Coconut and Thai Ice Tea drinks. The Gai Yang was amazing, smokey taste of the skin mixed with the juicy chicken, shallots and dipping sauces. Paired with the tasty stick rice. Really delicious. The Gai Tod had a great crispy skin and juicy chicken too. I would get both again!
Thier food is really good. The chicken is indeed the best. Their service is quick and efficient. Just saw this from the food vlogs of Joshua Weissman and I too can recommend their chicken and burnt coconut as a drink
Love this simple, delicious take on Thai street food! Chris and Emma approach their craft with respect and love. The stripped down menu is full of yumminess! We especially loved the green papaya salad (and its fun to watch it get made in the jumbo mortar and pestle!)!
The chicken they serve here is the most delicious I have eaten in awhile. So much flavor, great quality meat with fresh herbs and sauce on the side! It is truly finger licking good!
Delicious grilled chicken served in Thai Style with sticky rice, fresh veggies and house made vinegar sauce. It is an outdoor food stall with other foods stalls. They have grilled and fried options. The chicken is well cooked, juicy and flavorful. Very much recommend for a cause delicious meal in Nashville!
Amazing food! Nicely fried chicken. Nice crunchy skin! Amazing flavors and great service. The mango sticky rice was a great treat!
Location
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1101 McKennie Ave Bay 3, Nashville, TN 37206, United States Hotline: +1 615-301-8465
If you're on the hunt for an authentic Thai experience in Nashville, look no further than SS Gai, located at 1101 McKennie Ave Bay 3. This culinary gem brings the vibrant street food culture of Thailand to the heart of Tennessee, offering a menu that celebrates the simplicity and depth of traditional Thai flavors.
Renowned for their Gai Yang, a grilled chicken dish that captures the essence of Thai barbeque, SS Gai prides itself on using high-quality ingredients and authentic cooking techniques. The smoky aroma of the chicken skin perfectly complements the dish's juiciness, creating a taste that has been praised by patrons like Derrick Snow, who raved about it being the best gai yang outside of Thailand. Pair this with sticky rice, fresh vegetables, and their exquisite dipping sauces for an unforgettable meal.
For those seeking something crispy, the fried chicken, or Gai Tod, is also a standout. Customers enjoy the succulent meat enveloped in a crunchy skin, highlighting the balance of textures that Thai cuisine is renowned for. Mark Leong's review encapsulates this sentiment as he describes the delicious pairings with salads and drinks that enhance the experience.
One of the hallmarks of SS Gai is how they elevate the dining experience with unique offerings. For a refreshing twist, try their Burnt Coconut drink. Not only does it refresh you, but the interactive experience of having it cut open for you to savor the fruit inside is a delightful touch. Ashley Leezer emphasizes this as a must-try, making it clear that each dish encourages a fun and engaging way to share food, especially when creating lettuce wraps to combine the flavors harmoniously.
Moreover, the Thai Iced Tea has garnered praise for its perfect balance—not too sweet, just like the ones you’d find in Thailand. The attention to detail and respect for Thai culinary traditions exhibited by Chris and Emma, the minds behind SS Gai, is palpable in every bite, as noted by Matthew Sullivan.
As you step into SS Gai, the inviting atmosphere and prompt service enhance the overall dining experience, making it a worthy destination for anyone looking to indulge in delicious, authentic Thai street food. Whether you’re a fan of traditional dishes or new to Thai cuisine, SS Gai promises a culinary adventure that will leave you thoroughly satisfied.