Mali Jasmine Thai is a licensed public restaurant in Burnside, serving weekday lunches and dinner every day from Shop 12 on Wairakei Road. Diners can reserve or walk in, use the BYO wine option, or choose takeaway, pickup and delivery when eating at home is more convenient. That flexibility makes it equally practical for a sit-down neighbourhood meal and a weeknight order collected on the way home.
Starters provide a broad introduction to the kitchen's savoury range. Chicken satay, pork toast, fish cakes, wontons, curry puffs, money bags and spring rolls offer different combinations of crisp texture, spice and filling. Thai salads then bring sharper, fresher contrasts through larb, som tum, yum Thai and nam tok, making it easy to build a shared opening that moves between fried bites, herbs, acidity and chilli.
Noodles and stir fries form the adaptable centre of the menu. Phad Thai, phad siew and drunken noodles sit alongside green-curry fried rice, while ginger, basil, cashew and satay stir fries create distinct aromatic profiles. Choices of tofu, vegetables, prawns or lamb allow the same section to suit markedly different preferences, whether the priority is a plant-led plate, seafood or a richer meat-based dinner.
Curries range through green, red and massaman styles, while duck, fish fillets and whole tarakihi extend the offering beyond the usual combinations. Soup brings another route, from hot-and-sour tom yum to coconut-rich tom kha and a gentler clear noodle broth. With those options alongside the sharing plates and wok dishes, Mali Jasmine Thai gives a table several ways to balance heat, richness, freshness and comforting warmth across one meal.
Address: Shop 12, 501 Wairakei Road, Burnside, Christchurch 8053, New Zealand
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Mali Jasmine Thai Menu
Entrees
Chicken Satay Sticks (3)
Three pieces of succulent chicken smothered in our very own restaurant made peanut satay sauce.
Marinated Chicken Wings
Chicken wings marinated then slow cooked until tender. 4 pieces.
Thai Pork Toast (4)
Minced pork & chicken with herbs on bread, dipped in egg then deep fried.
Fish Cakes (5)
Made from minced fish, herbs and a little chilli, served with sweet chilli sauce
Wontons (5)
Crunchy wontons with our own savoury chicken & pork filling. Five pieces.
Curry Puffs (5)
Flaky puff pastry with a kumura, potato & onion filling.
Money Bags (6)
Six pieces. Crunchy deepfried bags of spring roll pastry filled with kumara, pumpkin and potato, tied with banana leaf string. Sweet Chilli sauce included.
Vegetarian Deep Fried Spring Rolls (4)
Four pieces. Vegetarian deep fried spring rolls with cabbage, carrots, onion, vermicelli and seasoning. Made in restaurant.
Prawn Twisters
Our very own made-in-restaurant prawn twisters. Prawn meat and spices wrapped in a crunchy pastry. Four pieces. With sweet chilli sauce.
Vegetarian Fresh Spring Rolls
Delicate rice paper rolls filled with a fresh, salad and noodle medley. Handcrafted for a light and aromatic taste, served with a tangy sweet chilli sauce. Four pieces.
Chicken Nuggets
A classic family favourite. Golden, crispy nuggets served with your choice of sweet chilli or tomato sauce. Ten pieces.
Som Tum Thai Salad Starter
Crisp, refreshing, and full of soul. A zesty Thai salad expertly tossed with lime, palm sugar, and savoury herbs for a bright, flavour-packed start to your meal. (No meat)
Roti (Flatbread)
Crispy flaky flatbread, cooked on a hotplate with butter. A perfect accompaniment to Thai curries.
Entree Combo 1
(3 of each – Chicken Satay Sticks + Curry Puffs + Spring Rolls + Wontons)
Vegetarian Combo 2
(3 of each – Fresh Spring Rolls + Money Bags + Spring Rolls + Curry Puffs)
Whole Prawns in Rice Paper
Whole prawns with a salad rolled in a rice paper wrapper (contains egg). Served with a sweet chilli dipping sauce.
Soups
Choice of Chicken, Pork, Beef, Fried Tofu or Veges only. Combination meats $5.00 extra. Choice of prawns $3.00 extra.
Clear Noodle Soup
Flavourful broth with your choice of meat, sprouts, shredded cabbage and carrot, spring onions and corriander with rice noodles.
Tom Yum
Hot and sour soup with tomatoes. Mushroom, cabbage, lemongrass, kaffir lime, leaves, galangal, citrus juice, fish sauce and crushed red chilli peppers. Served with rice.
Tom Yum Noodle
A hearty, noodle-filled version of our signature spicy-sour broth, streamlined with fewer vegetables to let the noodles take center stage.
Tom Kha
A soothing and iconic Thai soup featuring a silky coconut milk broth infused with galangal, lemongrass, mushrooms and lime leaves. Served with rice.
Rad Na
A savoury Thai comfort classic featuring wide, rice noodles and tender greens drenched in a silky, rich gravy.
Salads
Served with Rice.
Yum Thai Salad
Sliced Chicken, Pork or Beef, with onion, citrus juice, and salad greens.
Larb Thai Salad
Larb Gai: Refreshing minced chicken salad with lime, onions, aromatic herbs, and toasted roasted rice for a perfectly balanced, light, and soulful taste (chicken only)
Som Tum Salad
Crisp, refreshing, and full of soul. A zesty Thai salad expertly tossed with lime, palm sugar, and savoury herbs. Served with rice. (No meat)
Nam Tok Salad
Sliced Meat, shallots, fish suace, citrus juice, ground roasted rice. Chicken, Pork or Beef.
Noodle Dishes
Served with Rice. Choice of Chicken, Pork, Beef, Fried Tofu or Veges only. Combination meats $5.00 extra. Choice of Prawns or Lamb, $3.00 extra.
Phad Thai
Delicate rice noodles and seasonal vegetables expertly tossed in a rich tomato and tamarind sauce. A modern take on a Thai classic, served with a fresh salad garnish and crushed peanuts.
Phad Siew
Wok-seared wide rice noodles tossed in a rich, sweet soy sauce with tender greens and a signature hint of smoky, “breath of the wok” char.
Yellow Noodles
A classic favourite featuring soft egg noodles and crisp garden vegetables in a silky Thai sweet and sour sauce.
Phad Kee Mao (Drunken Noodles)
Flat noodles with a spicy basil sauce, your choice of meat and seasonal vegetables.
Phad Kee Mao Udon
Japanese Style Udon Noodles with a spicy basil sauce, your choice of meat and seasonal vegetables.
Stirfry
Served with Rice. Choice of Chicken, Pork, Beef, Fried Tofu or Veges only. Combination meats $5.00 extra. Choice of Prawns or Lamb, $3.00 extra.
Oyster Sauce
A savory, umami-rich classic featuring crisp seasonal vegetables wok-tossed in a velvety, salted-caramel soy and oyster sauce.
Cashew Nut Stirfry
A vibrant, sweet and savory wok-fry loaded with roasted cashews, seasonal vegetables, and a hint of smoky chilli jam.
Chicken Cashew Nut with Tempura
Crispy, golden-fried tempura chicken tossed with roasted cashews and fresh seasonal vegetables in a sweet and savoury chilli jam glaze. (chicken only)
Thai Style Fried Rice
Fragrant rice wok-fried with fresh vegetables, egg, and savoury seasonings for a classic, comforting taste of Thailand.
Thai Fried Rice with Pineapple
Fragrant rice wok-fried with sweet pineapple, fresh vegetables, and egg, balanced with savoury seasonings for a vibrant, tropical twist on a Thai favourite.
Thai Fried Rice with Green Curry
A fragrant twist on a classic, featuring jasmine rice wok-fried with aromatic green curry paste, fresh herbs, and seasonal vegetables for a spicy kick.
Ginger Stirfry
Fresh julienned ginger sizzled with button and jelly mushrooms in a rich oyster sauce. A soulful Thai classic, skillfully balanced with seasonal vegetables and your choice of protein.
Sweet & Sour Stirfry
Choice of meat in a sweet & sour sauce with seasonal vegetables & pineapple chunks.
Phad Phed
Stir fry with red curry sauce, your choice of protein & seasonal vegetables.
Basil Stirfry
Fresh seasonal vegetables and sizzled in a spicy, savoury basil sauce. A soulful and energising dish, skillfully balanced with your choice of protein for an authentic taste of Thailand.
Peanut Satay Sauce Stirfry
Seasonal vegetables stirfried with your choice of meat and our own peanut satay sauce in this popular favourite.
Garlic Stirfry
A fragrant, savoury stir-fry featuring a bold blend of golden toasted garlic and black pepper. Tossed with fresh seasonal vegetables for a soulful, warming finish.
Curries
Served with Rice. Choice of Chicken, Pork, Beef, Fried Tofu or Veges only. Combination meats $5.00 extra. Choice of Prawns or Lamb, $3.00 extra.
Green Curry
Fragrant Thai herbs and creamy coconut milk paired with broccoli, cauliflower, carrot, bamboo, and pumpkin. Skillfully balanced for a light, refreshing taste.
Red Curry
A rich, aromatic red curry with creamy coconut milk, fresh seasonal vegetables, and a gentle kick of spice.
Yellow Curry
A mild, golden curry infused with turmeric and warm spices, simmered in silky coconut milk with potatoes and onions for a comforting, mellow glow.
Massaman Curry
Tomatoes, potatoes, carrot & pumpkin with crushed peanuts
Penang Curry
Pumpkin, carrots, mushrooms and vegetables with your choice of meat. Served with rice.
Jungle Curry
Red onion, bamboo shoots, pumpkin, mushrooms. The only curry without coconut cream and the spiciest item on the menu!
Pineapple Curry
Sweet pineapple, tender pumpkin, and carrot simmered in a fragrant red curry sauce. A beautifully light and aromatic dish, handcrafted with your choice of protein for a perfectly balanced taste.
Lamb Shank Massaman
A whole slow cooked lamb shank in a hearty coconut cream curry with pumpkin, potato, and carrots. (lamb only)
Pork Belly
Served with Rice.
Basil Pork Belly
Crunchy, juicy pork belly pieces stirfried with basil and seasonal vegetables. Topped with a fried egg.
Phad Phed Pork Belly
Crunchy, juicy pork belly pieces stirfried with red curry paste and seasonal vegetables. Topped with a fried egg.
Oyster Sauce Pork Belly
Crunchy, juicy pork belly pieces stirfried with Oyster sauce and seasonal vegetables. Topped with a fried egg.
Duck
Sliced skin-on duck breast. Served with Rice.
Basil Duck
Juicy sliced duck breast stirfried with basil and seasonal vegetables. Topped with a fried egg.
Phad Phed Duck
Juicy sliced duck breast stirfried with red curry and seasonal vegetables. Topped with a fried egg.
Oyster Sauce Duck
Juicy sliced duck breast stirfried with Oyster sauce and seasonal vegetables. Topped with a fried egg..
Fish
Served with Rice.
Sweet & Sour Battered Fish
Battered fish in a sweet & sour sauce, with tomato, cucumber, pineapple and vegetables.
Green Curry Fish
Coconut cream curry with veges, bamboo and fish fillets
Ginger Fish
Vegetables, mushrooms and fresh ginger stir fried with fish fillets
Cashew Nut with Battered Fish
Golden fish fillets and seasonal vegetables expertly tossed with roasted cashews and a smoky chilli glaze.
Deep Fried Whole Fish
Whole tarakihi fish with a choice of sauce. Served with Rice.
Sweet & Sour with veges
Expertly fried whole fish served with our Thai sweet and sour vegetable sauce for a soulful balance of crunch and flavour.
Ginger Sauce with veges
Phad Khing Fish: Expertly fried whole fish topped with our signature ginger and vegetable stir-fry. A fragrant, soulful balance of crispy texture and warm, aromatic flavour.
Extras
Available with main
Extra Rice
Extra Tofu in main
Extra Vegetables in main
Extra Meat in main
Fried Egg
Lunch Menu – Entrees
Chicken Satay Sticks (3)
Three pieces of succulent chicken smothered in our very own restaurant made peanut satay sauce.
Marinated Chicken Wings
Chicken wings marinated then slow cooked until tender. 4 pieces.
Thai Pork Toast (4)
Minced pork & chicken with herbs on bread, dipped in egg then deep fried.
Fish Cakes (5)
Made from minced fish, herbs and a little chilli, served with sweet chilli sauce
Wontons (5)
Crunchy wontons with our own savoury chicken & pork filling. Five pieces.
Curry Puffs (5)
Flaky puff pastry with a kumura, potato & onion filling.
Money Bags (6)
Six pieces. Crunchy deepfried bags of spring roll pastry filled with kumara, pumpkin and potato, tied with banana leaf string. Sweet Chilli sauce included.
Vegetarian Deep Fried Spring Rolls (4)
Four pieces. Vegetarian deep fried spring rolls with cabbage, carrots, onion, vermicelli and seasoning. Made in restaurant.
Prawn Twisters
Our very own made-in-restaurant prawn twisters. Prawn meat and spices wrapped in a crunchy pastry. Four pieces. With sweet chilli sauce.
Vegetarian Fresh Spring Rolls
Delicate rice paper rolls filled with a fresh, salad and noodle medley. Handcrafted for a light and aromatic taste, served with a tangy sweet chilli sauce. Four pieces.
Chicken Nuggets
A classic family favourite. Golden, crispy nuggets served with your choice of sweet chilli or tomato sauce. Ten pieces.
Roti (Flatbread)
Crispy flaky flatbread, cooked on a hotplate with butter. A perfect accompaniment to Thai curries.
Entree Combo 1
(3 of each – Chicken Satay Sticks + Curry Puffs + Spring Rolls + Wontons)
Vegetarian Combo 2
(3 of each – Fresh Spring Rolls + Money Bags + Spring Rolls + Curry Puffs)
Whole Prawns in Rice Paper
Whole prawns with a salad rolled in a rice paper wrapper (contains egg). Served with a sweet chilli dipping sauce.
Lunch Menu – Soups
Choice of Chicken, Pork, Beef, Fried Tofu or Veges only. Combination meats $5.00 extra. Choice of prawns $3.00 extra.
Clear Noodle Soup
Flavourful broth with your choice of meat, sprouts, shredded cabbage and carrot, spring onions and corriander with rice noodles.
Tom Yum
Hot and sour soup with tomatoes. Mushroom, cabbage, lemongrass, kaffir lime, leaves, galangal, citrus juice, fish sauce and crushed red chilli peppers. Served with rice.
Tom Yum Noodle
A hearty, noodle-filled version of our signature spicy-sour broth, streamlined with fewer vegetables to let the noodles take center stage.
Tom Kha
A soothing and iconic Thai soup featuring a silky coconut milk broth infused with galangal, lemongrass, mushrooms and lime leaves. Served with rice.
Rad Na
A savoury Thai comfort classic featuring wide, rice noodles and tender greens drenched in a silky, rich gravy.
Lunch Menu – Noodle Dishes
Served with Rice. Choice of Chicken, Pork, Beef, Fried Tofu or Veges only. Combination meats $5.00 extra. Choice of Prawns or Lamb, $3.00 extra.
Phad Thai
Delicate rice noodles and seasonal vegetables expertly tossed in a rich tomato and tamarind sauce. A modern take on a Thai classic, served with a fresh salad garnish and crushed peanuts.
Phad Siew
Wok-seared wide rice noodles tossed in a rich, sweet soy sauce with tender greens and a signature hint of smoky, “breath of the wok” char.
Yellow Noodles
A classic favourite featuring soft egg noodles and crisp garden vegetables in a silky Thai sweet and sour sauce.
Phad Kee Mao (Drunken Noodles)
Flat noodles with a spicy basil sauce, your choice of meat and seasonal vegetables.
Lunch Menu – Stirfry
Served with Rice. Choice of Chicken, Pork, Beef, Fried Tofu or Veges only. Combination meats $5.00 extra. Choice of Prawns or Lamb, $3.00 extra.
Oyster Sauce
A savory, umami-rich classic featuring crisp seasonal vegetables wok-tossed in a velvety, salted-caramel soy and oyster sauce.
Cashew Nut Stirfry
A vibrant, sweet and savory wok-fry loaded with roasted cashews, seasonal vegetables, and a hint of smoky chilli jam.
Chicken Cashew Nut with Tempura
Crispy, golden-fried tempura chicken tossed with roasted cashews and fresh seasonal vegetables in a sweet and savoury chilli jam glaze. (chicken only)
Thai Style Fried Rice
Fragrant rice wok-fried with fresh vegetables, egg, and savoury seasonings for a classic, comforting taste of Thailand.
Thai Fried Rice with Pineapple
Fragrant rice wok-fried with sweet pineapple, fresh vegetables, and egg, balanced with savoury seasonings for a vibrant, tropical twist on a Thai favourite.
Thai Fried Rice with Green Curry
A fragrant twist on a classic, featuring jasmine rice wok-fried with aromatic green curry paste, fresh herbs, and seasonal vegetables for a spicy kick.
Ginger Stirfry
Fresh julienned ginger sizzled with button and jelly mushrooms in a rich oyster sauce. A soulful Thai classic, skillfully balanced with seasonal vegetables and your choice of protein.
Sweet & Sour Stirfry
Choice of meat in a sweet & sour sauce with seasonal vegetables & pineapple chunks.
Phad Phed
Stir fry with red curry sauce, your choice of protein & seasonal vegetables.
Basil Stirfry
Fresh seasonal vegetables and sizzled in a spicy, savoury basil sauce. A soulful and energising dish, skillfully balanced with your choice of protein for an authentic taste of Thailand.
Peanut Satay Sauce Stirfry
Seasonal vegetables stirfried with your choice of meat and our own peanut satay sauce in this popular favourite.
Garlic Stirfry
A fragrant, savoury stir-fry featuring a bold blend of golden toasted garlic and black pepper. Tossed with fresh seasonal vegetables for a soulful, warming finish.
Lunch Menu – Curries
Served with Rice. Choice of Chicken, Pork, Beef, Fried Tofu or Veges only. Combination meats $5.00 extra. Choice of Prawns or Lamb, $3.00 extra.
Green Curry
Fragrant Thai herbs and creamy coconut milk paired with broccoli, cauliflower, carrot, bamboo, and pumpkin. Skillfully balanced for a light, refreshing taste.
Red Curry
A rich, aromatic red curry with creamy coconut milk, fresh seasonal vegetables, and a gentle kick of spice.
Yellow Curry
A mild, golden curry infused with turmeric and warm spices, simmered in silky coconut milk with potatoes and onions for a comforting, mellow glow.
Massaman Curry
Tomatoes, potatoes, carrot & pumpkin with crushed peanuts
Penang Curry
Pumpkin, carrots, mushrooms and vegetables with your choice of meat. Served with rice.
Jungle Curry
Red onion, bamboo shoots, pumpkin, mushrooms. The only curry without coconut cream and the spiciest item on the menu!
Pineapple Curry
Sweet pineapple, tender pumpkin, and carrot simmered in a fragrant red curry sauce. A beautifully light and aromatic dish, handcrafted with your choice of protein for a perfectly balanced taste.
Lunch Menu – Pork Belly
Served with Rice.
Basil Pork Belly
Crunchy, juicy pork belly pieces stirfried with basil and seasonal vegetables. Topped with a fried egg.
Phad Phed Pork Belly
Crunchy, juicy pork belly pieces stirfried with red curry paste and seasonal vegetables. Topped with a fried egg.
Oyster Sauce Pork Belly
Crunchy, juicy pork belly pieces stirfried with Oyster sauce and seasonal vegetables. Topped with a fried egg.
Lunch Menu – Fish
Served with Rice.
Sweet & Sour Battered Fish
Battered fish in a sweet & sour sauce, with tomato, cucumber, pineapple and vegetables.
Cashew Nut with Battered Fish
Golden fish fillets and seasonal vegetables expertly tossed with roasted cashews and a smoky chilli glaze.
Lunch Menu – Extras
Available with main
Extra Rice
Extra Tofu in main
Extra Vegetables in main
Extra Meat in main (chicken, pork or beef)
Fried Egg
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Against typical prices in Christchurch
- Fried rice Typical in Christchurch: $19.00 $15.00
- Green curry Typical in Christchurch: $22.00 $15.00
- Massaman curry Typical in Christchurch: $22.00 $15.00
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