The Lava Kitchen has nailed every single dish on spot…read more Steam rolls texture was sticky and didn't fall apart. Not only that but the meat portions were amazing. Same with the egg rolls, lots of meat and veggies! Kapoon is for those who like it creamier w/ coconut and it is delicious. My grandmother was surprised how much meat they added. Could use more veggies though, but this is based on personal preference Space is small but fits a big family if you're planning to visit! Service was quick and will be back again

Waiter did take a little long to take order and it was a little while for the food to come out…read more (Made sense since the food comes out hot & fresh) BUT the steam rolls were so delicious and filled with a generous amount of meat. The steam roll peanut sauce was not good, the one from golden harvest is 10/10!! The kra pao was very delicious, got a 3/5 spicy and it wasn't spicy, but it was still very good. S/o ordered pho and it was neutral like any other pho, egg rolls weren't the best, very bland.

Super good! 10 out of 10. Would def go back…read more Def try the wings if you like them crunchy.

Came here for date night at it was lovely! We had seen this place on TikTok and decided to give it…read morea try! The ambiance: This place is located in a small food hall! There were other great options too! So this would be a solid date spot or meeting with friends so everyone can get something they like. There is a fair amount of seating inside and a fair amount of seating outside on a patio. There really isn't a view for the patio. There are free parking lots across the street though! Service: This is where they lost a star from us. The woman who took our order had no energy, wasn't very friendly and just looked annoyed we were ordering. I had heard good things about the service, so this was a bummer. The food: We got them take out wings and each got the pork ramen. The wings are very good, but best in twin cities? No. Are they worth getting? If you love a crunchy wing, then yes! The ramen had the most flavorful broth!! Oh my goodness it was rich and full of flavor! The noddles were cooked perfectly! Definitely one of the best ramen dishes I have had in the twin cities! We would have tried the ribs but they were all out of :( Definitely check this place out!

I came in the evening and order the pad kra pow on their daily features to go. The pad kra pow has…read moreall the usual flavors and comes with an amazing hot sauce. Service was as fast and friendly. Would be back and recommend.

Nice open space for seating. Good selection of food on menu. Staff is nice and prompt. Boat noodle…read morepho was a bit sweet to my liking (2.5/5) house curry was great (5/5), would definitely like to try out the green and red curry next time.

Stunning restaurant with incredible lighting (no big lights here!) and greenery. The patio is huge…read moreand is covered. The volume in the restaurant is quite loud, so the patio may be better if you don't want to speak up at the table. Service is on the slower side but the food is worth the wait. -- The Sakoo small plate was an incredible dish! The texture contrast between the filling, chewy exterior, and lettuce shell was fantastic. It was so flavorful and has a bit of a spice kick to it. -- The Mango Fish entree was packed with flavor, and is a very umami-forward dish. The piece of crispy salmon skin on the side is perfectly crunchy and salty. It's a filet of salmon (not a whole fish) and the salmon is nice and buttery. -- The Duck Fried Rice entree had good flavor but the duck meat was dry. It did not come with the duck leg or crispy skin, and instead had chunks of duck meat throughout the dish. This dish has a bit of a spice kick to it. -- The Pistachio Orange Blossom Cake dessert was SO GOOD. I'm not a huge dessert person and I ate every bite of this. The cake is so moist and pairs well with the fluffy mousse covering the cake. The little bits of baklava and orange zest complemented this dish really well.

Absolutely delicious and highly recommend. We had the scallops crudo as a starter and the flavor…read morewas phenomenal. I will be thinking of how good that dish is for the rest of my life; the coconut milk and lime combined with the texture of fresh seafood really hit the spot! The Thai basil wings and Massaman curry were very yummy also. I enjoyed my meal so thoroughly that I forgot to take many pictures. The presentation on my cocktail (a tonic with vodka and buddha hand fruit) was very pretty. Service was thoughtful and quick. The restaurant itself was beautiful and open and airy -- I almost felt like I wasn't in Minneapolis anymore. We went on a Tuesday, and only drawback I'd say is that the noise level can be a little bit loud due to the acoustics and how the room is one giant space. Otherwise, very happy with the restaurant and would go again.

This has quickly become one of my new favorite Asian restaurants in the Twin Cities. I initially…read morediscovered them through a collaboration on Instagram, but have been back many times as a paying customer. The owners, Mary and Tenzin, are the absolute best and sweetest people and business owners that you will ever meet! Hospitality through the roof. This spot is a new gem to me, it's quite small inside, but don't let it fool you, because the flavors are insane here. This is not one of those restaurants that caters to the MN pallet, if you know you know. I've really been on the search for extremely flavorful, ethnic restaurants, and this is absolutely one. Definitely come support this local business!

Had not been in here for a long time - my bad! They used to have mango rice. Which was unbelievably…read moregood. They did not have that anymore, but they did have their spring rolls with their peanut sauce. I'm vegan so I appreciate any place that offers vegan. Oh my goodness they are so tasty. I really like the peanut sauce - but since I live close by a couple blocks - I come home and I put extra peanut butter in it It's really really, really yummy the way they make it! I just like peanut butter

We stopped here after a long run in Minneapolis and weren't disappointed! We had heard of it…read morebefore, but never got around to making a trip in, now after having it we'll probably be adding them as a go-to. We ordered the Lotus Bahn Mi, the Beef Lo Mein, and the Eggrolls. The Lo Mein was delicious, the egg rolls were some of the best we've had in the Twin Cities, and the Bahn Me had such a refreshing taste paired with an amazing bread. I'd recommend all 3 dishes. The place is a little small, but very cute and cozy. Staff was extremely nice, and attentive. They were happy to talk about the options as well. We'll definitely be back, next time I'm going to try their Pho!

He Said: I have been going to Lotus for so many years. A big credit to the family who runs Lotus,…read morebecause the restaurant has been an institution for so many years. Service is friendly, the food is tasty, and the price is affordable. With all that said, the restaurant has some things that might turn off some people. Parking can be hard to find; there have been altercations in the area; also, the last time we went the restaurant it was not very clean. We will continue to visit the restaurant, but I want to make it known to others about all my experiences. Pros: - Several. We have always felt the hospitality is superb. Cons: - Mentioned in the above description.

The evening started great. Upon arriving, the parking lot was closed due to a medical emergency,…read morebut there was tons of street parking. As you enter this establishment, it reminds you of a tropical oasis, and right away I started singing the Beach Boys. We were seated, and Lily was our server. We started with the Bird of Paradise drinks, and it was tasty and potent. Then came the very good spring rolls. The Ribs were divine and fell off the bone and were marinated in all types of goodness. The poolside in Koh Samui and who can forget the Luna Duna to go with the sticky rice and the crispy rice salad and pork belly. We continued drinking the night away and enjoying good food. We tried all of Lily's recommendations, and they were all fabulous. Time stands still here as you catch up with friends and enjoy a good time. The food was fantastic with lots of flavor and ingredients. The service was very fast, and we were taken care of quickly. Parking was very easy to find even though the lot was blocked.

Let's start with the vibe: Calgon, take me away. The atmosphere was everything--relaxing, calm,…read moreexciting, and effortlessly chill all at the same time. It was the perfect escape. Then came the food... absolutely incredible and beyond delicious. Every dish was packed with flavor--even the tofu, and I don't normally like tofu! That's saying something. The drinks were equally amazing, and the slushie? 10/10, highly recommend. And yes, we tried all the desserts (a little dramatic, I know), but honestly, there were zero regrets because every single one was delicious. If I had to pick a favorite, the bread pudding stole the show. Amazing food, amazing drinks, amazing atmosphere. Can't wait to come back!

I should have read my previous review because I ordered the Hot and Sour Soup and it was still…read moredisappointing. It was neither hot nor sour and has a gelatinous broth that is unpleasant. This time I considered adding a star because the Spicy Thai Basil Chicken was okay. But just okay. I wasted $$ adding fried rice because it was just bland brownish rice with a few egg flecks. Neither the soup nor the chicken is worth saving leftovers, sadly.

I think my husband and I just found a new favorite for Thai and Chinese food in EP! We were both in…read morethe mood for Asian - he for Thai and I wanted Chinese - we hit the jackpot! Friendly service, good food, clean, quiet atmosphere, and a great variety of options to choose from. I got the Orange blossom chicken, which is your basic orange chicken, with nice, meaty chunks of tender chicken, and my husband got the Spicy Peanut stir fry, which he loved! The egg rolls are great too, and the cream cheese wontons are cute little rolls of cream cheese, so they're crispy and creamy with every bite! Yum!