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    Langbaan

    4.4 (314 reviews)
    Ultra High-EndThai, Salad, Soup
    Closed 5:30 pm - 8:15 PM
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
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    Dogs allowed

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    Kanom Dango Cha Thai
    Monica M.

    Food: 5/5 all of the food was so well thought out and well executed. We went here to celebrate our anniversary and left full and beyond satisfied Service: 5/5 the staff were so inviting and explained each dish so well. Decor and dish-ware were beautiful Ambiance: 4/5 where we were seated was pretty close to the next couple over so we were distracted and able to unintentionally hear their conversation. I would suggest requesting a booth or another spot beforehand if you want more privacy.

    Gloria T.

    This is located in the same restaurant as Phuket Cafe. There is a bar section. For dinner, they only do the fixe menu with multi-course in small portions. The main course is a fish with garnish and sauce that you wrap yourself. It ends with dessert. I would really liked bigger portion for some of the dishes, especially the dessert, which were bite size.

    Jeanie N.

    The ambience here is very low lit and beautiful. It's definitely a special occasion place, and when we looked around, it seemed that everyone was celebrating their birthdays. This place has been on our list for years and it was such a nice and beautiful presentation. It's unique in which it's like a team project and everyone needs to show up on time before they can start serving. They choreographed the meal well to where the speed of dishes coming out was done nicely. The food itself was very unique and delicious, and I felt satiated after the whole meal and corresponding courses. Three of the courses are shared so my partner ate more of it than I do and was full. I'll definitely return again in the future. It'll be sometime as it is quite an investment to eat here but a nice experience and delicious food.

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    Charles C.

    It's been too may years since we've had a chance to try Earl's magic again. Not living anymore in Portland makes it even more challenging and of course after getting the shout out from James Beard next to impossible. Lady Luck shined on us on a week where the wife was also with me and a reservation was gifted by the Thai gods, LOL Amazing five course of diverse and tasty favorite appetizers and new tasty creations and wine accompaniments! Was delightfully presented and a great story came with each dish from our servers!

    Kim G.

    Lang Baan isn't dinner, it's an experience. Each of the menu items are carefully created with intention, the various Thai flavors and ingredients coming together like a symphony on your palette. Or a dance for your tastebuds. Superb. Lucky to be invited to a private event, we were greeted at the door with a cocktail and had a chance to mingle in the very cozy bar area before taking our seats. The 12 course meal, many just small bites, was varied and gave us a well rounded representation of this type of Thai food and the chef's skills. Actually, the entire staff's skills. Everything executed like a well rehearsed play. Each item was plated so artistically, the fresh ingredients vibrant against the dark platters. We eat with all of our senses and when each dish anrrived, we were oohhing and ahhhing before we even tasted them! Now, not every course worked for me - just being honest. We all have our preferences for flavors and textures. For example, the Yom Nam Dum, clams in cuttlefish broth with coconut, sunchoke and Thai chile was a texture and taste that I didn't find appealing. However, the Maing Som - shrimp, Cara Cara orange, peanuts, coconut on a betal leaf, I could eat a dozen! It all works when you are with others because the food is served family style, so what didn't appeal to me, was devoured by my friends. And vice versa. The Chu Chee, chicken red curry, was spicy and delicious. As was the crispy pork belly with mango and watermelon radish (Yum Sam Grob.) Both perfect with the jasmine rice cooked with black beans. I could eat that rice everyday! Spicy, sour, salty, sweet and bitter - the dishes represented the five flavors of Thailand, and the reason I love Thai food. These dishes are not what you would find in the majority of Thai restaurants where Pad Thai and curry dishes reign supreme. The dishes at Lang Baan are authentic, and not mainstream; they transported me back to magical meals I had in Thailand. What a treat!

    Carol P.

    Beautiful, artful, amazing dishes. In the TV series quantum Leap, there's a quote that says dining is the only art that uses all five senses. Things are beautiful. The dishes came with stories depending on who served it. I wanted the two add-ons because I liked those foods the best. I'm really annoyed that the two add-ons were the most delicious part of me on the period. I was not impressed with the other dishes, but they were beautiful and overall good. There was one dish on the scallop plate that was so delicious. I wanted to ask them if I could have a second serving. But it's too embarrassing to ask. My husband liked the food more than I did.

    Tasting menu
    Quentin T.

    Langbaan describes dining here as an experience & I have to agree. From the ambience, the service, the menu, & the attention to every little detail over the course of a 2 hour tasting menu experience is the best way to describe having a meal here. I booked a bar spot for an 8:15 seating on a Friday night weeks in advance as a treat yo self gift to myself after climbing Mt Saint Helens & biking a significant portion of the gorge over the previous two days. This was my last meal in Portland & I wanted it to be something special & it was. I arrived about 30 mins early to have a drink at Phuket Cafe & was seated on the outside window bar & told I would be moved inside for my service at Langbaan once the setup for dinner service was completed. I had a Thai tea & watched the staff work like seasoned tacticians to prepare the inside space for the service. I was moved inside & took my seat at the bar & introduced to Molly who was working the bar along with another coworker. She said she would be with those of us at the bar to walk us through the menu throughout the night as we enjoyed ourselves. She was a delight & very attentive the entire service. Obviously the food is the main reason to come here & it didn't disappoint. I opted to include both of the additional courses for the night A Pair of Oysters $8 & a5 wagyu ribeye $45. Having had wagyu in Japan years ago the portion served here for $45 was well worth it if you've never had it. The oysters were exceptional and dressed with Yuzu, thai chili, lime leaf, shallots, sesame. For $8 that's a no brainer. Of the many delectable courses served (there was so much food!) my favorite two were the Hokkaido Scallop & the squab of the two courses included in the main assortment. If I'm including the add ons then it's much harder to rank. I did have one cocktail during the meal, the rocket pop (Irish Whiskey, Coconut Caramel, Peychaud's Cordial, Pineapple, Mint ) It was refreshing & stout. I've been to Thailand but never the Isan region featured in the menu curation. Everything was of the highest quality & beautifully presented. There were items I would never order or even know of served & that's the great thing about an experience like this. You put yourself at the mercy of the creative & passionate hands of the chef & just enjoy. Highly highly recommend!

    Roti Sai Mhai
    Esther K.

    Service 5/5 -- Servers offered to hang up my coat, were very attentive, refilled our waters several times, gave detailed descriptions about each course, were very friendly and personable, and brought me a birthday candle and card :) Ambiance 4/5 -- would be a great spot for a date! It was a bit cold inside though. All the plates and silverware were beautiful Food 3/5 -- you definitely leave stuffed! Every dish was beautifully crafted with care. There was one course with raw lobster that tasted funny to me texturally and it was a bit fishy... I couldn't finish my bite. Everything else was great, some dishes were more my taste than others, but i appreciated getting the chance to be adventurous. My partner and I both got a bit of an upset stomach after though, maybe the lobster?

    Oysters
    Austin J.

    Came to Portland for a work event and saw this place was highly recommended online. Glad I was able to snag a reservation. Langbaan is a truly exceptional dining experience. As someone who has dined at many fine dining and Michelin star establishments, this place is easily one of the best I've ever had and definitely my favorite on my trip to Portland. We arrived early, and the hostess was fantastic, letting us enjoy a pre-dinner drink on the heated patio. The drinks were all amazing, but the standout for me was the Sun-Kissed Icarus. Highly recommend. The vibe is intimate and special; definitely try to snag a seat at the Chef's Table to watch them work! A special shout-out to the service: Every server was extremely kind, attentive, and highly informative, explaining every complex dish in detail. The food was incredible, showcasing complex and vibrant flavors: My personal favorite bites: * Tom Kati Noh Maai (100/10): My favorite dish of the night. The squid was perfectly cooked (not chewy), and the dish was complex, rich, and deeply delicious.Amazing complexity and skill preparing. * Miang Som (10/10): Spicy and delicious, with a wonderful punch from the fish sauce. * Kanom Krok (10/10): Creamy, coconut heaven. Extremely fresh tasting. My partners favorite dish which is saying something because he does not normally like scallops. * Massaman Gae (10/10): Tender, savory, and extremely delicious. The only dish I didn't care for was the Nam Prik Makrood, which had an acidic flavor, I think from the lime that really overpowered the bite for my palette. Overall, Langbaan delivers an elevated and unforgettable tasting menu experience that should not be missed. The bold flavors and beautiful bites are unforgetable! Also, as someone who eats a lot, I sometimes still feel hungry after prefix menus, but that was not the case here. I was pleasantly stuffed! If you're looking for unique, complex Thai flavors in an intimate setting, this is the place. Highly recommend!

    Dessert
    Sean B.

    Devoured an incredible meal at langbaan! Every course was a tiny piece of magic -- flavor bombs, wild textures, and things I can't pronounce but absolutely want more of. 10/10 would happily let them emotionally manipulate me with umami again. #SendHelpIKeepThinkingAboutTheCurry

    Meagan N.

    A good one time experience. The service and atmosphere are great. Definitely a splurge type of meal. Everything had a good level of heat, which I was impressed about. I think I was expecting to be blown away. They use a lot of fried shallots on everything which has a very strong and pungent flavor. I would say overall, everything was very unique.

    Ainsley F.

    Langbaan is straight to the point traditional Thai tasting menu & I am so glad it exists in Portland! Also, service impeccable. Would recommend making a reservation online a month in advance ‍ What we got this time: Khao Niew Ma-mwng // mango mousse, sticky rice pudding, white sesame Miang Som // shrimp, valencia orange, peanut, coconut, betel leaf Kanom Krok // hokkaido scallop, coconut cream, lemongrass, lime leaf, rice cup (forever favorite!) Goy Nua // beef tartare, ma kwanh, lemongrass, egg yolk, taro tostada Eros Martini + Red Eye to HKT Tom Gati Sai Bua // sole in coconut broth, lotus stem, lotus root Yum Som-O // chicken, pomelo, daikon, avocado, asparagus, thai basil Gang Kua Pla Lhai // conger eel, gang kua curry, thai eggplant, broccolini, turmeric, betel leaf optional special // A5 Wagyu with beets, puffed rice & thai spices Roti Sai Mai // coconut ash crêpe, caramel candy floss cream, strawberry jam located inside Phuket Cafe in NW Portland, Oregon

    Kara R.

    We were excited to try Langbaan for my birthday and have to say it wasn't quite up to my expectation. I have been to quite a few Michelin restaurants and the service definitely did not meet the mark of these. I didn't really feel welcomed in and we were seated at the bar which is fine but the server was more focused on making drinks all night for everyone than serving us, so there was nothing special about that and it was quite disappointing. I watched the people next to us be offered complimentary sparkling wine and for some reason we weren't offered this as well which was a bit odd to me. The first few items were delicious- I was very impressed by the scallop dish and the tartare in particular. The rest of the dishes after the starters were not anything mind blowing as I had expected. The presentation was good but just didn't really do much for me. The desserts at the end and the passionfruit gummies were another highlight for me. The pastry chef is clearly amazing and made such unique treats with wonderful flavors. I also liked that they had cocktails in addition to the wine pairing. Overall, for how expensive this meal is I would have expected better service, seating, and overall experience. I don't think I would go back at the current price and level of service provided.

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    Ask the Community - Langbaan

    What is the appropriate attire here when it's 90 degrees in August?

    Given the vibe personally I would say casual. It was hot whenever I went but it was for the later seating at 8:15 so much less than it was during the day. People were wearing jeans and T-shirts. Some people dressed up more business casual but it is… Read more

    Can I go to LangBaan walk in without a reservation?

    no, you need a reservation Marsha Sleeth

    Does the restaurant accommodate vegetarians for tasting menus?

    Are kids welcome here? Like say 8 and 12 year olds

    I do not see why not, but you will most likely have to pay for their "seat" as well. It is good to note that the menu is entirely prix fixe, and they do not make major accommodations (excluding allergies, dietary restrictions).

    How do you get on the wait list? (if reservations are all booked)

    go to their website and get their contact info and ask them

    Can I bring my two year old to this restaurant?

    I definitely wouldn't recommend it. It's a very small tasting room and they even have an ambiance notice on their site that says, "...we may ask tables to lower their voices on rare occasions, so as to better respect the dining experiences of our… Read more

    What's the current cost of the tasting menu?

    We just went this past weekend and it was $95/person for the food tasing menu. They open reservations 3 months ahead of time and you can change or cancel your reservation up to 3 days prior. Totally worth it!

    Is the menu set in a pescatarian would they just do a pescatarian menu?

    Yes they text you what your dietary needs are and they work hard to accommodate you. I too am Pescatarian and it was amazing. I highly recommend them.

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