Was finally able to grab ANOTHER coveted Mawn reservation after a year of trying for 4:30pm (right…read moreas they opened) on a Thursday night! This time having had one visit under my belt, we decided against the chef's tasting (no hard feelings, just didn't want to end up with another whole fish) and not a single thing disappointed. We started off with the head on soft shell shrimp, mahope samut seared scallops, and burmese ginger & melon salad which were all so fresh. I think of the group my favorite was still the tasty head on soft shell shrimp. For our mains to share we tackled the all star seafood fried rice that was prepared with uni, lump crab, bay scallops, shrimp, crab fat butter, trout roe and then also had the delectable yellow curry noodle soup that featured blended coconut curry, shaved cabbage, long beans, herbs, peanuts, and we chose chicken as our protein. For two people it was MORE than enough to share and we even ended up taking home a portion of the fried rice. For desert we had the jasmine rice pudding which was to DIE FOR and really icing on the cake to a perfect meal. The service was prompt, pleasant, and the staff very frequently changed our plates and silverware which I'm coming to expect in "hard to get" restaurant experiences. The venue itself is small and intimate, but you don't feel squished in the slightest. Cannot wait to be back in another year!

I know this place is very hard to get reservations. I was grateful for getting one. I've been…read morewanting to try this restaurant like a lot of people on the list. First of all, I needed to change my reservation but I could not get in contact with anyone until I sent my second email since there was no phone number. When I got an email back I was informed if 4 or more people then we have to get the mandatory tasting menu. I thought that was a bit demanding. I eat a lot of Asian food especially southeast Asian food. I was expecting authentic Cambodian food but that was not the case. The food was very fusion. Most Asian dishes are served with cilantro as garnish but to my surprise the fish was garnished with parsley. None of the food was spicy. Overall the food was ok. The king fried rice was salty and mushy. The fish was overcooked. The cabbage salad was tasty. The beef skewer was good but not worth $10 each. Overall it was an average restaurant. Ambiance was great. Very cozy place.

Best Thai food I've come across. All made from scratch even brought me back to see how they make…read morethings fresh first thing in the morning. Friendliest owner and the best food. I don't usually eat Thai but I strongly recommend this to anyone who's looking for something delicious!

I've driven by this place for years but finally gave it a try because I was craving khao soi…read more The khao soi was a bit disappointing! it was too coconut-forward, pretty bland, and the noodles were soggy. It definitely needed more seasoning and salt. The Sakoo Sai Moo was the star of the meal, so flavorful and delicious! My husband's shrimp Pad Thai was also really good, especially since it wasn't overly sweet. The restaurant has a cozy, welcoming atmosphere, and the service was friendly and attentive. Overall, we'd come back to try more dishes!

I have been following Ca's Tra on Instagram and specifically went today to get their Milk Tea - we…read moregot the Ca's Special Milk Tea and The Creme Brulee Roasted Coconut Milk Tea (today's special) - both were phenomenal! Definitely get their Ca's Special, it is loaded with fun colored jellies, boba and flan! We also stopped by at a Thai vendor to get the Khao Soi. The broth was rich and flavorful, the fried egg noodles were fresh and crispy and the meat was perfectly cooked. This weekend market is a must if you are in Philly between April to October.

Woo, where to start with Southeast Asian Market? We came by with a large group today, since some…read morefriends were visiting from out of town. Stalls were packed but certainly not the worst. Things will definitely get a lot busier as the season goes on. Frankly you can't really go wrong with anything here, so I just wanted to leave some best practices as someone who's iterated a few times here: - If getting skewered meat/papaya salad, just get it at whichever booth has the shortest line with what you want (and if you don't want anything in particular, just hop in the shortest line). There might be a slight difference between stands, but since it's so common, you can't really go wrong with anyone who sells. - Stir Fry Noodle Lady! Grab the chive cakes on the side too. - Skip the sugar cane and go for the simpler drinks on the menu. Passionfruit, lime honey, and things like that will be much more refreshing. - Bring a picnic blanket, as there's plenty of space to gather and eat adjacent to the booths, and you'll avoid eating on your feet all the time. Make sure to bring cash! Venmo/card is beginning to be accepted but may have a surcharge.

Vientiane Bistro is one of my top spots for Lao cuisine - I've been coming here for years…read more Their papaya salad[1] is a must. A lovely rendition, it's fresh, with a punchy fish sauce. At two peppers, it'll burn your taste buds off! If you must, ask to reduce the pepper level. Or, just get a Thai green iced tea - it's refreshing and will offset that spice kick. Budget conscious? Get their curry rice special, only $12 (as of now) and comes with a sizable crunchy chicken haunch, yellow curry rice, and steamed veggies, with a ginger habanero sauce that's more savory than spicy. While you're there, grab a bottle of Sunny's homemade chili oil. It comes in spicy and EXTRA spicy. Goes on anything: I sprinkle it on nacho chips and salads as a replacement for dressing. Credit accepted. Street parking. Convenient to the SEPTA L Huntingdon stop. Plenty of seating, so bring friends and family. Call ahead if you have a particularly large party. [1] My first choice for papaya salad in Philly? Usually the papaya salad lady at FDR Park - but Vientiane saves me from making that trip! Yum.

Happened to dine at both Kalaya and VB in the same week. Kalaya was impressive but I actually liked…read morethe flavors at VB better. Each dish was perfectly executed. We had green curry, king soup, sweet basil pompano and a lot of the pork belly appetizer. Chef Sunny came out to greet us and gave us a Thai tea tres leche cake when she heard it was my birthday. Amazing experience! Ambience was non-threatening and comfortable and the young waiter was very attentive. What a great evening!

Very much enjoyed our dinner at the BYOB, Vientiane Café. Being seated in the front room, we were…read moreglad that there was a double door to keep the chill outside. Servers were hustling, but were on hand for questions or requests for more water. With six diners, we were able to try a number of the dishes, and all were tasty! Appetizers: - Sticky Tamarind Wings (fried and tossed in a sweet and tangy sauce along with chili, lemongrass, and kaffir leaves)--delicious and sticky! - Crispy Pork Spring Rolls (silver noodles, cabbage, shiitake mushrooms, served with house sauce)--great sauce; - Steamed Shrimp Dumplings (stuffed with onions, carrots, and leaks, served with garlic soy sauce); and - Angel Shrimp (wrapped in wonton skin and deep-fried, served with sweet chili sauce). Mains: - King Soup (red curry broth served over vermicelli noodles with shredded cabbage, carrots, bean sprouts, mint, cilantro, and scallions with tofu)--requested at a spice level 3, this was a rich, filling soup thanks to a generous hand with the tofu; - Deep-fried Whole Pompano Fish with Ginger Sauce (sautéed with garlic, ginger, chili peppers, carrots, and onions) served with jasmine rice)--diner ordered a Triple Flavored Sauce (sweet tangy, spicy sauce, served with steamed vegetables) at a spice level 5, but though spicy, it wasn't overwhelmingly so; - Homemade Lao Sausages (stuffed with chopped pork, lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, served with steamed vegetables, roasted chili garlic paste with stick rice)--consensus was these were some great sausages; - Casserole (napa cabbage, clear noodles, basil, chili, in a red curry base)--ordered by two diners, both with fish; - Laab Salad (marinated with roasted rice powder, herbs, lime juice, with spring mix, and served with sticky rice). Desserts: - Mango Coconut Stick Rice--my favorite, not too sweet with perfectly ripe mango slices! - Banana ​Chocolate ​Spring ​Rolls--my banana-loving fellow diners thought this dessert was great! - Fried ​Banana ​Tempura with ​Honey--again, my banana-loving fellow diners thought this dessert was great - Coconut Rice Pudding--my rice-pudding-loving fellow diners thought this dessert was great! Will definitely return!

I tried Laotian food for the first time here! The restaurant is bigger inside than it looks from…read morethe outside, and I liked looking at the decorations while walking to our table. I also appreciated that the restaurant was well lit enough so that I could read the menu without issue. Our waitress was really nice and answered our questions about Laotian food. The pork spring rolls were super crispy and tasted especially good with the sweet dipping sauce. The Aw Lao was very dill-heavy (I learned that dill is often used in Laotian cuisine) but the flavors of the soup worked well together, and the sticky rice texture was great. I got the king's soup, and the portion size was big enough for leftovers. I wish the broth had been a bit saltier, but otherwise it was good!

Bualoy in Devon rocks! The Pad Thai with tofu, broccoli, and carrots was absolutely delicious,…read moretossed in a light, flavorful sauce and cooked to perfection. Grabbed it on an impromptu car lunch stop on the way to the beach, and it ended up being the perfect meal on the go. Chopsticks included. Such a sweet little spot !

Perfect place for lunch with friends. We share the sausage appetizer and we're blown away by the…read morespecial Lao Ka Poon Curry. Amazing blend of flavors and textures. Service was sweet and attentive.

Lovely decor, delicious food, and good service! The vegetable dumplings and drunken noodles were…read moredelicious and the Thai iced tea hit the spot. The gift shop is a delightful little bonus too!

Ive only had the curry and some veg rolls and both are quite good. Prices have gone up but what can…read moreyou do. Friendly service. Again, the curry is tasty.

My all-time favorite restaurant! T is amazing, the food never disappoints, and the atmosphere is…read moreso relaxing. The reggae, dim lighting, and cozy vibe make it such an enjoyable place to unwind and eat. We absolutely love it here!! Just a little warning tho, when they say spicy, they mean SPICY! But honestly, it's so worth it. I will forever rave about the service & food here!!

Another great dinner out with friends at this small Thai restaurant right in Washington Twp. Our…read morefriend has been coming here almost every week and suggested we try it ... and it did not disappoint! Everyone in our group of 3 couples ... so enjoyed our meals and Tee(?) was a great hostess! They made us feel so welcome and paid special attention to all our needs .. including those of us that liked our "spice" elevated and otherwise. They even gave some of us the "extra" homegrown peppers to meet their needs. Thanks so much!! From the curries ... to noodles ... to fried rice ...everything was excellent!! The topper was the fried banana dessert ... wow!! Great for takeout too ... as there's limited seating dine in. Looking forward to going back soon!!

Here's the situation: i lived close to this cafe for a few years and consistently ordered their…read morevegetable spring rolls for takeout. They are the best spring rolls ever. I haven't had the chance to go in person until just recently. I'm so happy I did. Vegetable spring rolls: Comes with two, if you order takeout, they are whole. If you dine in, they are cut into four. Comes with a little sauce that's very good. No mushrooms in the spring rolls which I prefer. Very crispy. I am a big spring roll person and order them everywhere and I am confident these are the best. I used to order two orders and just have those as my dinner. Panang Curry: I don't eat meat so I just got veggies in it. Perfect spice level, good amount of veggies. I loved it. Instead of getting the side of rice that it comes with I swapped the rice for the side of steamed noodles which was great. Loved the pineapple. Peanut Sauce: Sweet, would be very good at a higher spice level. Great amount of veggies and fun little peanut toppings as garnish. Lovely Duck Creamy Special: my dad ordered this, he loved it. Even mentioned that it's a shame he got that the first time because now he won't want to try anything else knowing how good that is. I tried the sauce, I think it's a red curry sauce, it's very good and I would probably get that sauce curry next time. it's a little saltier than the panang which I liked. He can handle spice very well and he got a three to start, but will probably get a 5 next time. Smile Calamari (appetizer): My dad ordered this, he said it was good but didn't have any tentacles and prefers those on calamari apparently. He will probably try another appetizer next time. Inside is small but very cute and clean. The lady who served us was very helpful and kind. Food also came out very quick for three people, start to finish took 50 minutes and we weren't rushed or shoved out. Just efficient service. Everything we ordered came out to $90 before tip for three people, but note that me and my sister are vegetarian, and we find that makes things cheaper. Thai iced tea is a must. I'm looking forward to trying their vegetable soup, vegetable dumplings, and one of their fried rices.

Absolutely amazing Duck Massaman! The Chrissy skin makes this a combination entree of duck confit…read moreand duck breast.

We had the most amazing experience yesterday This restaurant…read morewas on my to do list This establishment is undergoing a renovation due to a fire. When we walked in we were told take out only There was a small counter and since we were not close to home, we decided to eat that way. The staff (all family) were just so friendly we thought we were in a home kitchen. Food arrived and we were offered a seat in the (not yet )staffed dining room. They came to check, offered background music. They even asked what genre. O k we are feeling really chill, the food is amazing, it's hot outside and we are having an alfresco air conditioned experience, listening to jazz, loving the food and chatting with one of family members Pad Thai and summer rolls, it doesn't get any better. We can't wait to go back

My family got a to go order from here while in the area from out of town. Some of our family are…read morevegan so this was a great spot for a convenient delicious meal. I just want to let you know we ordered 7 things off of the menu I tasted some of everything and I thought everything was good. We ordered veggie spring rolls and the shrimp summer rolls. Both of these came with sauces I only tried the peanut sauce with the summer rolls. The sauce was a little runny but good flavor. Both appetizers were tasty. I got a Char Sui Banh Mi. Because we are in Philly I was expecting a sandwich that was packed full. It wasn't but it had great flavor which made me happy I would order it again. For the meals we got Tang Tang chicken with tofu fried rice, 2 pad Thai's one spicy with shrimp one mild with tofu, and a shrimp lo mien. The standouts were the tofu fried rice and tofu pad Thai. I thought both were extremely good. The only thing I would not order again is the lo mein it was not bad everything else was just so much better. The Tang Tang chicken had great flavor and was still good after the 15min in the car. My only complaint is the amount of shrimp in the dishes and the meat in the sandwich. With that being said I would go back to this place because the flavors at this place are great,