Overall: small spot inside of Lotte, okay food, high prices for the quality…read more The hours on Yelp for this did not match our experience. We tried to go at 9 and 10 on weekends but they were closed. This weekend we got there at 11 on Sunday and they seemed to be just opening. I've been stoked to try this place because I love Burmese food, but it didn't hit for us. Our donuts were soggy. They tasted underdone. The green curry was watery, but spicy. It was a big portion, but almost no chicken. I was most excited for the tea leaf salad, but I think there must have been something that got lost in translation because what we got was most definitely not a tea leaf salad. I was so sad when I opened the take out in the car. It was also slow. We ordered, grocery shopped, and when we came back it still wasn't ready yet.

Summary: had high hopes based on the other recommendations and reviews, but actual experience…read moredisappointingly didn't live up to my expectations. If there was a 3.5 star option, I feel like that would be the most accurate representation here. The place itself is located on the wall of the Lotte in Catonsville and it looks like a small family-run establishment. Service was kind, but admittedly a bit of a language barrier which may have affected some of the ordering process. In total, we ordered the tea leaf salad, a curry dish, seafood noodles, and the asian doughnuts. While I was hoping for fresh, vibrant dishes, my expectations fell a bit short where some of the proteins felt a bit tough and other ingredients felt a bit soggy. The flavor profile was good (one of those places where spicy means spicy), but it did lean a bit on the seafoody/fishy side. I still think it warrants checking out because it's not often that there's Burmese cuisine available.

Mandalay is always wonderful. We have been loyal customers since they arrived in Silver Spring at…read moreleast 20 years ago. We don't live close by any longer, but we keep coming back to this family-owned gem. There is no other food like it in the area. The tastes are exotic for the adventurous, and there is much for the picky eater to choose from, also. Thank you for treating us so well, Mandalay.

A family Burmese restaurant in downtown Silver Spring. It's been there for years, and loved by…read morelocals. We ordered its signature Green Tea Leaf Salad and pork belly in an onion curry. Both were good with mild flavors. The service was friendly and the atmosphere was like a home. It looked kind of old and outdated and I think the restaurant needs an upgrade. I was worried about parking in downtown area but pleasantly surprised to find a public parking lot by the restaurant. That's really cool!

Food is made to order and tastes great and authentic. They also have a grocery store inside to be…read moreBurmese groceries. Service was kind and there was plenty of parking available.

SO GOOOOD! Asian Delight really surprised me. Every dish had amazing flavor, the portions were…read morehuge, and the staff made the whole experience feel super welcoming. If you want affordable food that actually tastes homemade, this is the place! I'm definitely coming back. The moment I walked in I felt the homey vibez so cozy and comfortable. And not forgetting ti mention The beautiful young girl who served me was so sweet and kind, and took my order very quickly and helped me choose out what I liked.

This restaurant is my happy place. Zen ambiance, If I were ever in a coma, or stuck in some kind of…read morevoid or dream dimension where someone--or my own consciousness--was trying to reach me, and they had to manifest a setting for us to talk in, it would be this restaurant. Staff is so lovely and kind and personal, I dearly miss them when ordering my food To-Go. Order the Burmese Sautéed Noodles- Egg Noodle w/ Chicken, Spicy Level 4.

Love this place! The food came out very hot (a good thing). We had salmon and avocado sushi,…read morecrunchy shrimp with a sweet sauce, Thai pork gad stir fry, chicken and potatoes curry soup, crispy duck, coconut soup with green, red, and orange bell peppers (spicy), for dessert we had fried bananas with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, and two small balls of tapioca and coconut milk. The service is fantastic, you must wait for nice hot food. The ambiance was fine too, nice and quiet. The host and staff are very gracious. We'll definitely be back.

Came here for date night after hearing so much about this restaurant and it didn't disappoint!…read moreLaotian food is always a hit. We had major indecision because there's SO many things on the menu we wanted to try but ended up getting: Naem khao: 4/5 probably better with the sour pork, but loved how fresh this was. It was a large portion too, so we got kind of full from finishing it before our mains even arrived. Shrimp pad see ew: 5/5 the best pad see ew I've had in the DMV. So much wok fire flavor. You can really taste the caramelization. And the large shrimp were velveted which was made it extra satisfying to eat. Also a good shareable portion size! Muu Som: 4/5 this was super rich and heavy. Would get this again only to share with a larger group. Loved that it came with sticky rice. Mango sticky rice: 4/5 delicious but in my opinion didn't need the ice cream on top (my boyfriend thinks otherwise though). Very large portion as well. The cocktails were a little pricy ($15) for what they were but I did love the tamarind margarita. Just wish it was a larger drink or a smaller price tag. Service was very attentive!

I'm disappointed I haven't ever stopped in here before. I walk by this restaurant regularly and…read morenever thought to check it out. I actually intended to try out the Trini Vybez restaurant next door, but discovered they're closed but their signage is still up. Anyways, I got a seat at the bar for myself and service was great. I was a bit indecisive as the menu is pretty extensive, and I've never eaten Laotian food before. Luckily, it was happy hour, so I was able to sample a couple of their appetizers and their daiquiri which was quite strong. I had the Tam Sum, papaya salad and that was very good with a hint of spice and lime. Then, I also had Chuenh Peek Gai, which was tamarind glazed wings. Omg they were savory and crispy! I loved these. For the entree, the bartender recommended some great options, but I finally settled on Kee Mao, which is flattened rice noodles with stir fry beef and vegetables. It was also a very savory dish, with a sweetness to it. Laotian food is very similar to Thai food and I love Thai food. I will not sleep on this restaurant and will be back soon!!

DC has an array of restaurants featuring the amazing Southeast Asian cuisine and Baan Mae is one of…read morethem. I am so glad I found this cute little restaurant on my trip. The interior is cozy, when it's busy, you sit kinda close to other patrons, sometimes back to back. The decoration is very cute and true to the theme of the food they are presenting, I love the ambiance. We tried two dishes, one is a Laotian version of the Tom Yum soup, which has a strong kick to it: spicier than the typical Thai Tom Yum Soup if you like spicy food. We ordered it mild but it is still very spicy to us. We also sampled a Malaysian dish which is a fried fish sitting in this curry sauce base. Very tasty! I like the carefully curated menu of this restaurant, they pick 1-2 dishes from each SEA country to represent their cuisine and you can get a taste of everything from everywhere if you are with a bigger group of friends! I would recommend family style! Food: 8.5/10 Ambience: 8.5/10

This is the sister restaurant of Padaek at 7 corners. We decided to order a bunch of appetizers to…read moretry. We started with Joew Bong Wings, Salmon Belly Skewers, Sakoo, and Naem Khao. All the appetizers were delicious but the wings were a bit messy to eat. That is probably one that I would pass. There are couple other appetizers that we wanted to try if we go back. For Entree, we got the Kimin Paa and Thom Khem Ribs. The Branzino was large and fried perfectly. The accompanying sauce was delicious. The ribs is tender and falls off the bones. Reminds me of Chinese stew ribs. We cap it off with the night with coconut sticky rice with white rabbit gelato. That brings back memories of the white rabbit candy with that sticky rice paper cover that I use to stick it to my lip. Great food with excellent service. Restaurant is small but I think there is maybe a roof top? Will try to go back.

My favorite restaurant to get takeout when in the area - if they are super busy make sure to double…read morecheck your order sometimes they forget something from the order, but they make it right. The crab rangoons are my favorite - delicious crab filling and excellent outside crunch. The vegetable stir fry - add chicken and make it SPICY! The best - of course with a side of white rice. Go to sushi roll - ocean angel roll - spicy crab, cucumbers, avocado, topped with shrimp and avocado and yummy sauces!

I was in the area doing some Christmas shopping and made it a point to grab lunch here after I had…read morea good first experience. Upon entry I was quickly seated and cold water was brought to the table. During my last time here I discovered the cooks are Burmese so I promised myself that I would order a Burmese dish the next time I came. Today was the day to do exactly that. I placed my order and waited for my food to arrive. Eventually my order arrived. Nan Ji Thoke: a savory noodle dish with chicken and hard boiled egg garnished with onion and crunchy split chickpeas. The dish is accompanied by a side of clear vegetable broth. Shortly after my food arrived I noticed the waitress speaking with someone who came out of the kitchen. I was then introduced to this man who happened to be the owner. We struck up pleasant conversation about Burmese food, my limited experience with it and desire to further explore this cuisine. Our chat led deeper into discussion about restaurants in Philadelphia and what cuisines should come to Lancaster. Aside from the conversation, the dish was fantastic. I had Nan Ji Thoke before but this expression was better than I ever had. I made sure I verbally expressed this as well. I savored the flavor on my palette for approximately the next two hours. I definitely plan on returning and hope you visit if you never have before.

Loved Padaek. The service was friendly and thoughtful. Our server made great suggestions. We…read moreordered all kinds of dishes. The kra prow and the Burmese tea salad stood out the most. Flavors are authentic and the perfect balance of sweet spicy and sour. They also serve delicious cocktails. I had a tamarind cocktail which was to die for.

It's been almost 2 years since I ate there last. Went on a Sat night and surprisingly not busy…read more Guessing the extreme cold made everyone stay home. We got the crunchy rice with sour pork (naem khao thadaeu), pork shoulder (ping), fried catfish (patod), chicken pad thai (kua mee), and warm coconut milky dessert (bua loy). All the dishes were delicious but a bit more salty than Thai. Feels like a lot of fish sauces in all the dishes. The crunchy rice came with lettuce but ours were not the best lettuce. The fried catfish were nicely fried with a perfect coating. Definitely a dish to get. The pork shoulder is another dish to get. Nicely seasoned with sticky rice. Their version of pad thai is uniquely different than Thai. A bit more sweet but the lime makes it better. Wife wanted to try bua loy dessert. It is a warm sweet dessert that balanced out all the salty flavors of the dishes. Something to try as well. Flavor are still the same. The dishes we order were too much for 2 of us. My only complaint was the restaurant smelled like smoke when we walked in. Not the kind where there was a fire in the kitchen but more like someone smoking in the kitchen?

Great service... Their pad Thai has always been my go to, and it's never disappointed. Great food,…read moregreat people, and a place that's earned every bit of my recommendation.

This charming Thai restaurant offers sit-down meals on comfortable furniture, as well as takeout…read moreoptions. In terms of cleanliness and atmosphere it is well above the average Asian restaurant in central PA. In terms of the food, it was interesting but we've had better. One thing we liked was being able to choose the level of spicyness. I sometimes have trouble with spicy food, so we ordered one dish medium spicy and the other mild. I handled the medium spicy okay, though I did need a Tums afterwards. The main reason for the 4 stars instead of 5 was the slow service. We knew going in that others have raised this as an issue, so we tried to be patient. But some of it seemed unnecessary. It appears that there were only two staff people, one primarily in the kitchen and the other serving tables. They would benefit by having one or two more people.