I came here for a work dinner and my favorite Minneapolis foodie booked the restaurant…read more I was so excited to try this place since I have a Laotian friend and he swears by the food! I quickly browsed the menu a week before but was so excited to see the space and order dinner and a few drinks. Right when you come in the doors, it feels like you're transported to a completely different area. The decor is absolutely beautiful and the indoor outdoor living and seating was something out of this world this place is a must see and must try food. The service is quick and everyone is there to help. So my Laotian friend told me that I needed to order the Siin Swan as an appetizer and then the New York strip Laab with sticky rice since that's like their traditional meal. We also ordered these the basil wings that was served with this amazing spicy tomato paste and then for the entrées we did a green curry octopus that was cooked to perfection. I've never had octopus like that before. We also ordered the duck fried rice and the Massann curry everything was so delicious. We were wanting more, but we were so full. We took one quick look at the dessert menu and we had to order the pistachio cake again absolutely phenomenal, fantastic flavor and the crunch of the pistachio was perfect. I cannot wait to come back here and tell everybody about this place to make sure that they come here when they're in Minneapolis area.

Attended a birthday party here. They rented the private dining area around the side/back of the…read morerestaurant. The space was nice. Set up like a cooking show room. There were 2 tables separated which was a bit awkward. Not sure if that was a choice or how it's just always set up. I believe the room required a $1000 min spend (or maybe more) but to my surprise the menu was pre planned (personal nightmare for me as I don't eat pork/beef/seafood - most of the menu). I looked at the menu days before and there weren't many things I could eat... but I was excited to see they had basil wings. We had welcome drinks which were good and were able to order drinks from the cocktail menu. The food started coming out but 2/4 ppl at our table didn't eat beef/pork and again we didn't realize there was a 2nd special menu for another person at the other table so that table got foods different from ours and we had to order additional chicken and rice. Pretty much wasted 1/2 of the dishes of food on our table. The basil wings were good but the rice wasn't good - very bland. The bill came to almost $3k and split 16 ways (after the event) $180 for 5 wings, bland rice & 2 cocktails definitely left a bad taste for me. I get this was the terms of attending the event and may be more so on the host not communicating how it works prior but for $3k definitely could have been better. After we ate we were told they have a speaker hook-up for music, people were already leaving. We did have a great time but definitely should have had music going upon arrival. Super tiny parking lot but plenty of street parking. They have a really cute patio and the main restaurant is cute!

We were at Wandering Leaf Brewing when we noticed someone nearby eating food that looked…read moreincredible. After asking where it was from, we found out it was Soul Lao. We ordered on the spot, and it ended up being one of the best decisions of the day. The mango sticky rice was the standout--perfectly sweet, creamy, and easily one of the best I've had. The crispy pork belly had an amazing crunch while staying tender inside, and the wings were juicy and packed with flavor. If you order either, don't skip the fish habanero sauce. It adds the perfect balance of heat, tanginess, and flavor without overpowering the food. Everything tasted fresh, the portions were generous, and it paired perfectly with a beer next door. If you're at Wandering Leaf (or anywhere nearby), do yourself a favor and order from Soul Lao. We'll definitely be back to try more of the menu.

Wanted to try some SE Asian grub after a day at the Zoo, and Soul Lao popped up. Menu was simple…read moresnd to point. Lots of classics but with their twist. Kitchen and cashier were extremely friendly and hospitable. Ordered - Crispy Pork Belly (4.5/5). Probably my favorite dish. It can stand on its own, was very favorable, crunchy and had a good meat to fat ratio leaving you wanting more - Duck Noodles (4/5). Flavor profile was a good balance of sweet and salty. Good but nothing memorable - OG Wings (4.5/5). Always fun to see other places try this dish. Last few years the rise of fish sauce coated wings has been a hit which is awesome since my mom's been doing it for decades. Packed a 1,2 punch. A bit salty so make sure you chase it with rice Food was by in large great and if you're expecting fusion then this is what you will find. Price is a bit steep ($25 roughly per dish) so you be checking your Apple location to figure out why you're paying NYC prices in MN ha :)

Almost a single star…read more Sesame chicken has flavor. Zero vegetables. Zero. $15. Fried rice substitution? $8 upcharge. I get inflation but this seems crazy. Limited menu. Won't be back.

I am only basing my review on drunken noodles with chicken . It was not Thai drunken noodles ,…read moremaybe some far version of them. It did not have much flavour very bland, noodles were dry and greasy , chicken was not very fresh and very minimal amount in it. Price was way too much for what I got . Service was friendly in person , place looks clean . They might have better Vietnamese dishes as it was mixture of Chinese , Thai, Vietnamese dishes . Definitely will not be going back for Thai dishes because drunken noodles were a far relative of what drunken noodle should taste like. I did end up adding chilli paste and it made it slightly better . Their chili paste does have good heat and tastes good. So it lifted this dish form 1 star to two stars .

I have a deep appreciation for Asian cuisine, particularly Vietnamese dishes, so I made a stop at a…read morevibrant food stall in Hmong Village Marketplace early Wednesday morning. I've been eager to check it out for quite some time, and I finally seized the chance. I decided to try the Hmong sausage and a stuffed chicken, wing along with sticky rice.There is a soy sauce based concoction that accompanies the dish--it's absolutely bursting with flavor and spices, truly a delightful experience that left me wanting more. The Hmong sausage was incredibly tasty, packed with rich flavors. The variety of intriguing dishes on display has definitely piqued my interest, and I can't wait to return and sample more culinary delights.

Stop by this place for lunch. It have a lots of home cooked foods to choose from. Their pho is a…read morehuge portion and service is always friendly and helpful. Nice clean and they have hot deli selection to choose from. Easy parking. Recommend this place for who likes authentic home cooking foods.

A little different, but that's a good thing. The chef clearly takes pride in his recipes, which are…read morenot the usual in all cases. I had the Pad See Ew and my friend had the red curry. Both were very good. and my friend had the curry. Both were very good. I like my Pad See Ew dark, with plenty of sauce and a little extra time in the wok, to allow things to caramelize. The chef actually came out to my table, to explain his take on the dish and his 10 ingredient recipe, explaining why his ingredients are more healthy (less soy sauces) and therefore couldn't be made darker. Impressed, I said, go ahead. It turned out to be different than my normal preference, but it was excellent. Spring rolls were fresh, and the accompanying sauce was good. I sampled my friend's curry, and it was also very good. Recommend the place highly, based on the pride the chef takes in his recipes and his work.

This is a gem of a place that we've been to several times…read more Ambience: clean, cozy, comfortable indoors. During summer months, there is small patio for outdoor dining. Service: friendly, prompt, and accurate Food: We have tried many dishes here, and everything is really good. Flavors are authentic and fragrant. Super fresh. We would come back for sure.

This was my first time visiting St. Paul, and made it a mission to eat here, and I'm really glad I…read moredid. I ordered their Somlaw Koa Kou and it was delicious (menu item #45A). If you're looking to try a dish that is uniquely Khmer, this soup is one of them. The soup has flavors from roasted rice and kreung, a fragrant blend of lemongrass, makrut lime leaves, garlic, galangal, tumeric. Cheng Heng's version had green beans, round green eggplants, spinach, young papaya, and kabocha squash, plus a protein choice (I chose chicken). The somlaw was hearty, and very filling. The portion was more than enough to share. I can imagine myself ordering this on a cold winter evening. Their menu was full of amazing Cambodian dishes, but unfortunately, I was one, otherwise I would have ordered other items like the Somlaw Machu Kreung, and Somlaw Machu Angkor as well. I would love to return but with company, so I can taste more of their dishes.

This was my first time trying Cambodian food - everything here was so good and affordable!…read more Spring rolls were only $4.95 and really good - they had chicken, shrimp, and a variety of herbs inside. Chive cakes had a nice chewy texture inside and crispy outside from being fried. The noodle soup bowls here are a great portion size... they range from regular-L-XL. Regular was a good size for my friend and I, especially when combined with our apps. The roasted chicken was tender and had really good flavor and color. Both noodle soup broths are on the sweeter side. Overall would highly recommend this spot to anyone looking to try Cambodian food for the price, quality, and portion size.

I stopped in after an appointment and arrived right when they opened. The restaurant was clean,…read morewelcoming, and I was able to choose my seat. I ordered the wontons, pho, and mango sticky rice. I especially loved the wontons, they have a slightly sweet flavor that makes them stand out. The pho was flavorful and satisfying, and the mango sticky rice was the perfect way to end the meal. The service was friendly, and my food came out quickly without a long wait. Overall, it was a great experience, and I'll definitely continue coming back!

I keep returning to Haven Asian eatery, because I absolutely love their Vietnamese Egg Rolls and…read moretheir Spring Rolls with shrimp. Again, I wish they had a hot and sour soup. That said, this time I tried the Red Curry with chicken. I don't think I selected a spice level, but I must've gotten medium, because the spice level was absolutely perfect. The chicken was tender and not at all dry and the curry was rich and savory. Adding a couple of spoonsful of the included sticky rice made the perfect meal. Of course, I got my favorite Vietnamese egg rolls (perfectly delicious) and Spring Rolls with shrimp. For some reason the shrimp were kind of hard; they looked and tasted fresh but the texture was off. The Sweet Mango Sticky Rice was something I have looked at so many times in different restaurants but never tried and so I decided to try it here. It's slightly sweet and has lots of mangoes, but for some reason, every few bites had an odd fishy taste. It was soupier than I expected so now I need to order it elsewhere to compare.

I have eaten at at Na's many times, I always enjoy the spring rolls, the special egg rolls, matsman…read morecurry w/ chicken, Spicy Thai/Laotian Sausage Links "Sai Oua" (so good and nice kick), lastly but not least, the Thai fried rice w/ the veggies, crab and shrimp or pork and shrimp. I have only eat inside twice for a lunch, typical Thai/Chinese decor, we usually get it as take out. #thaifood #supportlocal

I was home visiting my family and we got Thai food from here! First off, best cream cheese wontons…read moreI've had in YEARS, and the green curry, panang curry and pad Thai were all delish! Most def will be getting food from there again. It was a quick 20 mins for all our food to be ready and we picked it up, but they have a cute outdoor seating area too!

My personal favorite pho on University, where there are dozens of choices available. Broth is clear…read moreand clean tasting with plenty of warm spices. Proteins all served at correct doneness in the Pho Dac Biet so you get the tougher cuts well done and rendered and the thin steak raw so it cooks in the broth. Great side accompaniments, Thai basil still on the stalk and living, fresh bean sprouts, Sri Racha and chiles in oil depending on your tastes, squirt bottle of hoisin. The only tiny nitpick I have is I wish they had bigger spoons available for those of us who like to mix sauces and soup in the spoon instead of muddying up the bowl. Also Vietnamese coffee is prepared old fashioned, not in a boba cup where you can't tell if it was made just now or weeks ago. Great service. This is a tiny little joint which is exactly what you expect from a world class Pho place.

I gave Trieu Chau another try…read more I got the pho tai gan. I prefer savory pho, and their broth was sweet so I added in a lot of sriracha and fish sauce. I liked it much more. The flank steak was good and the tendons were very chewy and tough. I couldn't eat any of the them, unfortunately. The service was good and I like how it's a mom and pop restaurant. I just don't like Viet food sweet unless it's dessert.

If you are in the area, come visit this place! Awesome food at reasonable prices. The staff members…read moreare great and friendly. Cannot go wrong with sticky purple rice and pork belly. One of my fave is their sausage too! Definitely a must!

Closer to a 4.5 in terms of rating, just like the North Loop location, but with different…read moreexperiences with the food. I remember noting that the crispy pork belly bits were some of the best I have had but I couldn't finish them all because they were too oily. Well this time, they were not too oily, and dipping them in the sauce I could finish them easily. However, they also didn't taste that outstanding. They were still really good, juicy, tender, succulent, etc., but just didn't have the wow factor that I had in the North Loop location. The Hmong sausage came with spicy chili oil which was very spicy for me, but the sausage did have its flavor elevated with the sauce. The chicken was as good as I remembered and I would still recommend eating it with the provided sauce. In April, they had bao poon as well, which was due to a collaboration with Bao Bao Buns, and the buns tasted pretty good. The bao poon had chicken, curry, coconut, bamboo shoots, herbs, and some spices, so it tasted like it didn't actually need additional sauce. But dipping it in the chili oil did offer a different experience which I also highly appreciated. Finally, I don't think I see the coconut tapioca pudding dessert anymore, and I remember not enjoying it last time. Just an observation. I also just checked UHK's website and it looked like they had revamped their North Loop location menu, so returning would actually mean a brand new menu. I look forward to returning sometime!