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My girlfriend and I came here for a casual lunch, and casual is a good way to describe this restaurant. We were immediately told after being seated that they "do things differently here." They don't have physical menus, and we were asked to order our own food through their digital website with the QR code on each table. They did tell us we could order with a waiter if we wanted though. We shared the tiger cry steak and the crack belly. The steak was fairly tender with some great flavor. The sauce that came with it was nicely balanced unlike some other ones I've tried that were too sour. The crack belly was a nice portion of crunchy pork belly in a sweet and spicy sauce. The exterior was crunchy, although slightly on the dense side, and the inside was moist and tender with a good amount of fat. Overall, there were some minor nitpicks, and the service style might or might not appeal to some, but the food was fantastically flavorful.
As newcomers to the area, we were craving papaya salad and were excited to find Lao'd District on Yelp. We noticed the restaurant had many positive reviews, but we also came across several comments regarding the service and payment process. After our visit, I can understand why those concerns were mentioned. We were genuinely excited to support a Lao-owned restaurant, and overall, we enjoyed most of the food. Nam Khao (4/5): Crispy, well-presented, and flavorful. I would have liked a bit more pickled pork, but it was still very enjoyable. Chicken Laab (5/5): A favorite for our family wherever we go, and this version did not disappoint. The kids especially enjoyed it. Jerky & Lao Sausage (5/5): Both were delicious and paired well with their accompanying dipping sauces, which really enhanced the flavors. The jerky had a bit more fat than I prefer, but it was still very good. Egg Rolls (5/5): Crispy and exactly what you'd expect from a well-made egg roll. Papaya Salad with Noodles (5/5): This was one of the highlights of the meal. We requested a medium spice level, and they got it just right. We also liked the way the papaya was sliced, and the balance of sweet, sour, and spicy flavors was excellent. Mango Sticky Rice (2/5): Unfortunately, this was the biggest disappointment. It was served in a to-go container even though we were dining in. The sticky rice was cold and firm, and the coconut sauce was quite thin, resulting in a dessert that lacked the texture and richness we were expecting. The restaurant itself is beautifully decorated, and it's great to see a Lao-owned business in the community. Where the experience fell short was the service. Guests are required to pay, including gratuity, before receiving their food. While I understand this may be part of their business model, it sets expectations for attentive service that, unfortunately, we did not experience. Our dishes arrived without serving utensils, we had to request water refills ourselves, and no one checked on our table during the meal. In addition, all of our dishes were placed on one end of the table next to the baby rather than being distributed where they could be easily shared. If the restaurant is aiming for a street food or fast-casual concept, adjusting the dining experience and expectations accordingly might make more sense. However, if gratuity is collected upfront, I believe the level of service should reflect that. The food was generally very good, and I truly wanted to love this place. Unfortunately, the service overshadowed an otherwise enjoyable meal. I hope the restaurant invests in additional staff training because the food deserves it. If the service improves, I would certainly consider giving it another try.
I finally made it to Lao'd District and it did not disappoint! I started with the Lao'd Chicken Skins served with sticky rice. The chicken skins were fresh, crispy, and packed with flavor from the house seasoning. The fried basil and garlic took them to another level and added the perfect crunch. To drink, I ordered the Strawberry Mule Cocktail made with strawberry puree, lime juice, mint, fresh strawberries, and their in-house infused sake. It was refreshing, slightly bubbly, and had just the right balance of sweet and tart. For my entrée, I had the Steak Tiger Cry. The picanha steak was tender, juicy, and cooked beautifully with a flavorful fat cap that really enhanced the dish. The sweet and savory lime sauce paired perfectly with the steak, and the steamed rice soaked up all the goodness. One thing I thought was really cool was the contact-free dining experience. Simply scan the QR code, open a tab, order your food, and pay right from your phone. The staff still checks in to make sure you have everything you need, so you get the convenience of technology without losing the hospitality. Overall, the food was very tasty, the atmosphere was relaxed, and the service model was seamless. I'll definitely be back to try more items on the menu!
The food was good but I was hoping to really love it. The restaurant was clean and was neatly decorated. I wasn't a fan of the ordering through a QR code at the table. I went as a group with the intention of paying on one bill and having to take everyone's order really took away from the experience. I'd come back again for a solo meal or a small meetup.
Overall I would say it was a solid but not exceptional experience. I ordered the papaya salad (spicy), which I did thoroughly enjoy. I will absolutely admit that I am not an expert on papaya salads (this only being the second time I've had one), but it came out slightly more room temperature than I think was best for it. The taste and everything else was superb though and all the vegetables tasted fresh! The spice level was perfect for me specifically, any more spicy and I think I would've struggled eating it, and any less I would have been a bit disappointed. Definitely a lot more manageable than most other south East Asian places, so order based on how you feel like your spice tolerance is typically and you should be fine. I wasn't the biggest fan of the interior or the atmosphere in general (which is a bit ironic since they were straight up playing some of my favorite artists) but that could absolutely just be down to personal preference. Service was great, the person who brought our food was extremely receptive and was on top of refilling our waters, but due to how the restaurant works we only had a brief word with a different server when we sat down about how to order when I really wanted to ask for opinions on what to order and how spicy their dishes were. Overall still a great experience and would probably be down to try out more of their dishes in the future!
Solid food! I did make reservations via google and they had our table ready right when we arrived which was nice. Got the Lao'D Sausage (really flavorful and had a nice snap when you bite into it and came with some sticky rice), Papaya Salad (quite fresh and came with a nice serving of fresh papaya, long beans, tomatoes and other veggies), Nam Khao (crispy rice, loved the crunch and herbs, cured pork it came with) and the Steak Tiger Cry (great sear on the steak itself and enjoyed the marinate it was in and the dipping sauce). The waitresses were attentive and had great customer service. You can scan the QR code and order/pay everything that way its contactless. Plenty of seating indoors. Parking - within the plaza next to meet fresh/Le Kream
... Got some to-go Thai food. My Thai generally surrounds around Tofu fried rice, and a curry rice. This time it was green curry. Green curry has the sprouts, kaffir like greens, and some veggies. They gave red peppers on the side to add for that more spicy kick. Ate the curry with the fried rice instead of the regular jasmine rice, liked that combination a little. Also got the Papaya salad, which is also so typical to Thai restaurants and one of my favorites. Its crunchy and just the right spice. V yummy. Service was fast and good. Restaurant is pretty well maintained.
I came here after seeing a tiktok of their lunch specials which is available from 11am - 3pm. When we sat down our server let us know that ordering was all digital and you could just use your phone but of course I believe they have the option of ordering through them as well. I upgraded the lunch special for $4 or 8 extra dollars (can't exactly remember how much the upgrade was) to get the tiger cry steak and my boyfriend upgraded to get the pork belly for $2 extra dollars. The portion they give you for lunch was amazing! They give you a lot of meat, rice, and papaya salad. I wish the tiger cry steak had more flavor to it because it was kinda plain but the quality of meat was great. My favorite was the crispy pork belly that my boyfriend had ordered though. The flavor was sweet, savory, and juicy. The papaya salad was super addictive to eat. I would definitely come again!
I came here for a late lunch with a few of my co workers. When you enter, you grab a table and there is a QR menu on the table. The QR menu allows parties to pay as one big bill or split based on what they ordered individually via phone. The lunch portion was decent sized . I ordered the lao'd jerky lunch that had a side of papaya salad, cheese roll, and sticky rice. The sticky rice is very dense, the papaya salad had a slight kick to it. The meat was sweet and not too tough. overall, the dish was good. The sticky rice was different. I had had the strawberry lycée drink. It was really good but maybe too much ice. Staff was nice and quick. The food came out very quickly too. There's free parking out front.
Soooo so good. Definitely go here! We got so many dishes and split them amongst a big group so I definitely recommend that so you can try more! My favorites were the crack belly and steak tiger cry. Absolutely do not skip those dishes! The only thing I wouldn't get next time is the curria tacos. They were still really good and made on fresh roti, but I'd just wanna try more next time! Everything came out so fast, and it wasn't busy at all. Super casual but super good. Will be back!
Came in for a quick lunch with some coworkers and was impressed! Well, first off, I'm visiting from SoCal so my standards for southeast Asian food are fairly high. That said, Lao'd District would easily survive and thrive in my hometown. This place has all the flavors of Lao and Thai food and more importantly THE SPICE. We only ordered medium level spice to cater to the table but I could tell the heat was there. We ordered the green curry, pad thai, nam Khao, crispy glazed pork belly, and papaya salad. Whatever glazed they put on that pork belly, they should bottle and sell separately. It was so complimentary to the crispy pork skin without making it become soggy. The pad thai was a perfectly balance of tangy and slightly sweet. Only giving it 4 stars because the papaya salad came out a little salty but I would come back to give it another shot. The restaurant itself was open and inviting. It was noon so not too packed but I can see this place getting full for dinner. Super easy ordering and checkout with the QR code. Staff was quick and attentive. Definitely a spot to try if you're craving Lao and Thai food!
Ambiance -good Order process - scan to order -good and easy- no wait for server and no pressure to order or add order Food 2/10 all 3 dishes taste were off from what we like ( or used to) - too sweet for all 3, food are dry and hard- noodle was sticky and hard, rice was dry, basil chicken was dry. Food temperature was not hot enough either they let it sit for a long time or they premade. Even the fish sauce on the side was sweet. Parking- small very tight and crowded.
First off, my husband is lao-hmong and we finally came out to eat this on his birthday. It was truly a big hit because he loved everything we ordered. Not many places serve kaopoon so we were excited to try. Of course nothing beats mama khang's kaopoon back at home but this definitely is close when you want a taste or get rid of the craving. I ordered a bunch of other things for the table and I absolutely love it all. Everything was delicious. Prices are a bit too high for the portions that they served (compared to other thai/lao places but we won't complain since everything is so delicious). We will definitely be back to try more! read more
1 year ago
simple genuine customer service, unique ordering style! bizarre art wall visuals. fast service, great food! read more
3 years ago
Saw the great reviews and decided to give it a try during the weekday. Thank god they had parking at the food center it's located in because it's usually always packed there. This location is definitely a newer addition because this is my first time seeing it. The staff is friendly and you can easily do everything from your phone. The staff is there to help incase you have any questions. Food came out quick and it was really good. Our absolute favorite had to be the roti, it was hot and flaky and we could not get enough. The wings are also a huge hit! Will be returning to try more things from the menu! read more
3 years ago
First time here and was blown away!! Food was delicious and the service was amazing as well. We ordered the crack belly which the server recommended and it did not disappoint. Everything he recommended was delicious. Ordered pad Thai, crispy rice, tiger eye steak, papaya salad and the Mekong chicken wings.Thai coffee and Thai tea were great too. Highly recommend this place and bonus it's super clean and so were the bathrooms which I really appreciate. Only regret was we didn't have more room in our belly's to try all the other items. Will definitely be back. read more
3 years ago
I can't believe I forgot to write a review since coming here last month...this place is legit and has become my fave asian spot on Chinatown. I know..that's a big claim but Lao'd has some of the best flavors. The inside is Hella cold so bring a jacket. The servers were friendly and ordering was a breeze via the web. Food came out promptly. We had a few menu items..the best was by far the steak and pork belly. The steak was flavorful and tender, same with the pork belly! I hated sharing these dishes with two grown ass men but that's my life...if you come here, get your own of each dish! 5/5 hands down. The drunken noodles, basil chicken and fried chicken wings with garlic and basil were runner ups. Probably had them in a similar or better forms from other places. The MVP of the night was their roti. This had an explosion of savory butter that had a sweet after taste. Didn't need the curry dip but next time, I'll try their curry dishes!!!! read more
3 years ago
Lao and Thai fast casual fusion. You order through website / QR code so it's efficient to order and pay, especially if you're splitting the check. All the dishes were flavorful and well executed, however the pork belly / crack belly was my favorite with a sweet chili glaze. The steak tiger cry was well executed; tender medium rare, but most of the unique flavor comes from the dipping sauce. The red curry was really good. It's the same curry comes with the roti so that was delicious as well. The Thai morning glory (water spinach) was very garlicky, which was just how I like it. The Thai Tea flan was very good and had a thicker cheesecake texture. The wait staff was friendly and happy to answer any questions and were attentive bringing out food and refilling drinks. Parking can be trick as its located in a trendy center. You may end up on the second floor of the garage. read more
1 year ago
Food so good! Ordered the papaya salad with sticky rice, Mekong wings, and the flounder. I normally like my papaya salad dark with the stank on it so when it came to the table I was scared. But oh my gosh soo good. Ate it all and the juice. Sticky rice was good too most places I feel like is microwave... this was fresh and felt like home. The wings were good very juicy and had nice flavor. The flounder was a bit tough but I like the sauce on top. Thai green tea was also good... you can tell it's not instant powder because I left it out and it didn't separate... Also introverts dream because you can order and pay all from your phone with limited human interaction but they still do a good job at checking in and making sure you have everything you need. read more
1 year ago
So when it first open, I came and the food was good but great. It felt like it was missing some components and trying to figure things out. So, when I first ate there, I gave the place a 3/5. I recently went again because my friend posted the food and I was like let me give it a try and my Thai friend was in town and so I wanted her to try it. I didn't take pictures of everything bc I was so hungry. Drunken Noodles: 4.5/5, it had a the right amount of spicy, it was delicious, the noodles was mushy at all and well cooked. It was everyone's fave. Nam Khao: 3.5/5, it was good, it need more spice to it and not enough cured meat. It was like speckle of meat and it felt like I was only eat rice. It was good though, I would have made it spicer. Crack Belly: I got extra crispy. It was a fave of mine. Tangy, sweet and overall a good addition. Beef jerky:4.5/5 it was good. Not too chewy and it was tender! I loved it and it had so much flavor in it. Salt and pepper wings: 2/5, very bland, was not worth it. read more
3 years ago
Great place! Nice staff! Quick service! Tasty beef here with a nice sauce and generous amount of rice. Really enjoyed our meal here in a nice clean environment. read more
I finally get to try their food after seeing so many good reviews and it was good. We ordered the roti cannai, fish, chicken, and tiger cry with papaya salad. The fish had too much batter though. I will definitely try their other dishes next time. read more
2 years ago
3 years ago
My second visit at Lao district. I had papaya salad and Lao sausage both times and they did not disappoint! Their Lao sausage with Jeow bong sauce is so delicious. This Jeow bong sauce tasted a little different from my last visit but still got that smoky spicy kick which some of y'all might not be able to handle(hahaha). I bought few extra to keep them in my fridge to eat it with rice later. I couldn't give a five star rating for their small portion(lao sausage) for the price...nonetheless, their Lao sausage is something I would crave for time to time. If you like Sao Lao, you will like the food... read more
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I was pleased to have ran into Ricky at Tom N Toms Coffee! I'm not sure if he is the owner, but his vibe was everything. He was very down to earth as we chatted over how AMAZING the dang Chicken Pai Thai is. From the moment I opened the container the steam graced my face as the aroma from the spices hugged my nose. I felt let like the good old day when me and my friends use to hang out, gossip and eat whatever wasn't expired LOL...it gave southern comfort. Anyways okay I'm back.... I received the chicken and tofu Pai Thai which was cooked PERFECTION. The noodles were soft yet firm, chicken was moist and well incorporated in every bite giving my taste buds a run to the bowl. I enjoy all the spicy that came with this dish, it literally made me smile :) There is a not too salty combination of savory, sweet & spicy feel that shows up with love. Not to mention the slices of cucumber that add a refreshing tasty spin that's on another level. Portion size definitely leaves some for later or to share whatever tickles your fancy... The vibe inside is simple, minimal and clean. Perfect for grabbing lunch or studying. I would absolutely try again and DUH I recommend you to also to give them a taste!!!! 10/10 read more
5 Stars!!! I am SO happy that a Lao restaurant has opened here. By far, hands down the best customer service by Johnny! The food? Let me say, YUM YUM YUM!!!! The prices are REASONABLE, you get to choose your spice levels, and the quality is SUPERB! Once you enter, you're sat down at a table and everything is electronic by choosing what you want on the menu and paying it thru your phone! What a smart concept! Love it! The variety reminds me of my family's Lao cooking from back home. I highly appreciate the experience when I went with my friend. I'm recommending it to all my friends and coworkers so I will be back next week. Thank you for the exquisite cuisines and warm atmosphere. I will definitely come back as a regular client trying the other items on the menu! Here's what I ordered: Drunken Noodles Lao'd sausage Laab Beef Nam Khao Papaya Salad Nam Vaan Strawberry Lychee Drinks Sticky Rice read more
Stumbled in here as this was one the places open on Tuesday with no expectations. This is my first time trying Lao/Thai food and I am BLOWN away. I didn't know what to order so I asked for recommendations and was told to get the crack belly, steak tiger cry and the lao'd sausage. Roti: LOVEEE the chew from the roti, it pairs well with the curry. Cracked belly: I thought this was going to be too fatty, but it's perfect. I still think about this dish. I got spicy, but I didn't feel like it was spicy, it was a pleasant little spice. Next time I'd definitely go up in spice. Lao'd Sausage: we were told to eat this with our hands, dip some sausage in the sauce, put it on a blob of sticky rice and eat with a bite of cucumber. Whatever that sauce is, IT'S SOOO good. Steak tiger cry: I am not a fan of steak, but this was soooo good. The steak was cooked to perfection and it goes well with the lime sauce. The winner here is the jasmine green tea drink! It's my favorite jasmine green tea ever! The thai cafe was also great, tasted a little like a sweeter mocha. read more
Having never craved Laotian food, or tried it, I really didn't know what to expect coming here. But I'm really glad I did. The mix of Laotian and Thai flavors, both bold and flavorful, were incredible. We had a party of 4 plus a tiny one and ordered the following: - Lao'd Sausage: 4/5 this was delicious. Think Chinese sausage but a little chewier with a nice hot dipping sauce. - Red Curry with Beef: 5/5 y'all. We got this spicy and it was SPICY. But oh so so good. It was too spicy to finish so I took the leftovers and it was just as amazing day two. Great, rich flavors. - Roti: 4/5 I feel like most roti is delicious and this hit the spot. - Crispy Pork Belly 3/5: I wasn't the biggest fan of this one. It had like a spicy sweet and sour sauce but really nothing spectacular. - Drunken Noodles 4/5: this dish was filling and had great flavor. The stir fried flat noodles was complimented perfectly by the veggies and chicken. - Thai Basil Chicken with Rice 5/5. My favorite dish. We got this last but I still loved the bold flavors of the ground chicken with basil and red peppers. I remember loving this in Thailand, so it was a bit nostalgic as well. Service was great, place was clean and the ambiance was super casual (though the Usher only playlist was a bit too much and too loud for me). Definitely will be back. read more
3 years ago
Great service. Although it's made to be self serve, servers still came by to help and introduce the menu. I got the red curry which had great flavor and would definitely recommend it. The chicken noodle soup (lao version) was interesting with starchy soup and chewy noodles. The Lao sausage is a must try with good herb flavor and the chili paste it came with was delicious. I love water spinach and their version is definitely on the sweeter end of the spectrum. read more
1 year ago
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I love this place! Everything we've tried so far is either good or okay but majority of it we enjoyed. The food portion can be on the smaller end for the price you're paying for. But overall the quality is great. The service is always good too. read more
2 years ago
3 years ago
It was my first time trying this restaurant and they did not disappoint. The staff was extremely helpful and kind, everyone had a genuine smile on their face. The restaurant itself is clean and bright with some cool art/ graphics on the surrounding walls. Thai tea (4/5): It wasn't too sweet which is perfect for me. Steak Tiger Cry (4.8/5): Super juicy and flavorful, we got the fatty part of the cut so it was a bit chewy but I didn't mind. The sauce that came with it was a bit too salty though. Khao Poon (2/5): The portion was huge, but lacking in flavor. There wasn't much spice or really any depth to the flavor, it tasted watered down. Lao'd Sausage (5/5): I love the paste that came with the sausages, it paired perfectly (it might've been Tom yum paste?) I tasted a hint of lemongrass in the meat which was great. I am definitely coming back to try other dishes. Service was A1! read more
2 years ago
Their food is good! Their spicy levels aren't as spicy so I would suggest getting at least medium. I love the crack belly, tiger cry steak, papaya salad with crab, and drunken noodles. I would skip the mango with sticky rice. The sticky rice seemed old, the mango was over ripened so it was bitter, and the coconut cream was just awful. It was honestly the worst mango with sticky rice I have ever had but I was too nice to send it back. read more
3 years ago
When my bestie and I heard that a Lao restaurant is opened in Chinatown, we had to go! I was expecting to be blown away at dinner tonight based on fellow Yelpers' reviews, but boy was it a let-down! The space was definitely new, quasi-modern decor but still in the process of fine-tuning? The booth was set a little lower than usual, based on my preference. You'd order the food from the table and pay first, before they would bring the food out - so that was interesting. You would also have to get silverwares, dishes and bowls yourself from the station as well. And your payment page will still ask you about tips with 15% as the lowest recommended range -- say what?! Now onto the food - the 4 dishes we tried had nothing to write home about: - Crispy Cheese: expected something more, but likely store-bought cream cheese with carrots/canbage eggrolls. The dipping sauce was minimal - wasn't sure they needed to be stingy on that. - Khao Poon: Coconut curry broth was bland/underseasoned with the vermicelli. A little bit more fish sauce and sweetness would make it more balanced. The chicken tasted so dry - like cardboard to me though! - Nam Khao: supposedy a Laos' favorite, but I didn't like that the dish was served cold... Not sure if it should be cold, but I found it strange to eat cold crispy rice. - Crack Belly: I thought this was the best dish of the night, but my BFF thought it was just okay. I have to say the white jasmine rice was VERY dry to the piint of almost considered undercooked. And that's coming from someone who prefers dryer than wetter rice. Tl;dr: We left feeling disappointed on the quality of the food. Will still drive to Cypress area for the best authentic Laotian/Thai food though! read more
3 years ago
Never tried Laos food before and this place was an amazing introduction!! I came with a big group and got to try a lot of things on the menu and everything was delicious!! The steak especially was amazing and the chicken wings were really good as well. Staff is super friendly and love the family vibes! Will definitely come here again. read more
The customer service was really good! Not sure the name of the guy who served us but he's funny, down-to-earth, and treated us really well. It's a new cute spot that just opened up and glad we came. I ordered the crack belly, which was one of the highly recommended entrees. My sister got the sticky basil fried rice. And we both ordered the strawberry Lychee mocktail. The crack belly comes with a thick, spicy paste and the entire dish is meant to be eaten with your hands. You dip the sticky rice into the paste and bite into the meat. Love that the meat was flavorful and tender. My sister's dish, sticky basil fried rice, wasn't spicy at all even though we wanted it spicy. The rice was flavorful but the sausage was more sweet than savory. The drink was pretty good. Not too sweet. As for the atmosphere, it's pretty chill. They play music in the background and have 4 mounted TVs. Love the artwork on the wall! One thing to note for dining in is you'll have to scan the QR code, place your order, and pay via the link. Ratings: Crack belly with sticky rice = 5/5 Strawberry Lychee mocktail = 5/5 Sticky basil fried rice = 3/5 Will definitely come back to try more dishes! read more
3 years ago
I went there when they first opened and another couple of times and it was very tasty, a little on the pricey side but good. I went back today and the food was incredible bland. Got the red curry and pad Thai and they was no flavor at all, almost like if they forgot to put basic ingredients like fish sauce and garlic. No complaints about the quality of ingredients, it's just the flavor was not there and for me is all about the taste and the flavor. Very disappointing!! read more
lao cuisine is one of my favorites so i've been wanting to try this spot for a while. i planned on getting a big dinner that day so my boyfriend and i decided to stop by for lunch. we ended up trying their lao sausage and the nam khao. everything was absolutely delicious! not to mention our servers were nice and the food didn't take long to come out. the restaurant itself is very clean and i didn't have a single negative experience there. can't wait to be back read more
3 years ago
3.5* Good addition to Bellaire Food Street. Completely contactless order and payment system. Very good service. Good tasting food in a casual setting. Prices little high for portion size. read more
Amazing Lao/thai food here. Very clean and spacious restaurant in the new complex in Chinatown. You scan a QR code to place orders. I love their sausage w sticky rice. I do plan on coming back here soon. Staff was very friendly and gave recommendations if you don't know what to get. Everything I ordered was filled with flavors! Out of my dishes I ordered, the wings were my least favorite but still good! read more
3 years ago
Fantastic. Top to bottom. Service was extremely friendly, especially as a first time attendee, and I started with the Lao'd sausage, a must try for any newcomers, or, even for those yet to try Thai food at all. The server made sure to familiarize me with how to approach the dish (i.e. sticky rice is eaten with your hands, coupled with the sausage, chased by a cucumber) , and the food was made fresh to order in less than 10 minutes of me walking in. I followed up my appetizer with an order of Thai Basil Chicken, which features large portions, and just the right amount of spice (they offer, mild, medium, and spicy), which came to the table quite promptly as well. Also, an outstanding dish for those new to the Thai food experience as it's a simple, yet flavor packed entree. I tend to critique most Thai restaurants by their Thai Tea (rather fair or unfair ) and there's unequivocally hit the mark, which was essentially the cherry on top to complete my order. I also placed an order of Chicken Pad Thai to go, but because everything else was so exquisite, I haven't even tried it yet, but I have full faith it'll do exactly what I intended for it to do. The establishment is fairly new, (open 4 months at the time of this post as of 09/12/2023) and is located on Bellaire in Chinatown. The ambiance was also very open and modernized, and they were JAMMIN' with the 90s R&B music, which topped off my first time dining experience. I'll DEFINITELY be visiting the Lao'd District with friends next time, or I'd be doing a great disservice to them if I failed to bring anyone else here. I caught them during lunch time on a Tuesday, so it wasn't too crowded, but I'm sure it'll quickly become a popular location sooner rather than later. If you've yet to try Lao'd, yeah you're missing out. Get there. Until next time... read more
2 years ago
Apparently it's still a soft opening and they're adjusting to customer feedback. I think everything we ordered was pretty good. Besides my steak being over cooked. You're paying entree prices for appetizer/taster sizes. Like the portions are really tiny. I think an adult should order at least two entrees to just be belly happy but your wallet would be pissed. I definitely don't think the food is good enough to pay such a high cost for a small portion. If they adjust to larger appropriate sizes for entrees I'd return. read more
2 years ago
The service was fast, the staff was friendly and the food was tasty! They also had very large portions and the restaurant was very clean. read more
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