Khaluna is easily one of my favorite restaurants in Minneapolis! The flavor profiles here are…read moreincredible -- every dish feels thoughtful, unique, and packed with bold Southeast Asian-inspired flavors. It definitely leans more on the $$$ side, but the quality and overall experience make it worth it for a special night out. The vibe of the restaurant is one of my favorite parts though. It has such a warm, stylish atmosphere that feels both upscale and welcoming at the same time. The lighting is cozy, the decor is beautiful without feeling overdone, and the whole space has a trendy but relaxed energy that makes you want to stay awhile. It's perfect for date nights, catching up with friends, or celebrating something special without feeling overly formal. The staff has always been friendly and attentive too, which really adds to the overall experience.

Khâluna is such an interesting spot! The decor is super modern and cute, service staff was…read moreexcellent, and I could absolutely see them being in the running for a Michelin star one day (like the rumors have been saying!)...but there are a few things that could take the experience to the next level. First, I really wish we had been provided ice for our water since it's served from their room temp tap water vase setup. Also, the menu is VERY hard to read and I had a lot of questions about the ingredients. I just don't feel like our server walked us through the dishes/options very well, which would've helped a ton for first timers! Also, I wanted to try the Massaman for yummy brisket, but sadly they were out of it and didn't let us know until we tried ordering this meal. I wish they were proactive about letting us know it's out. With that being said, the food itself was still very yummy overall! For apps, the Siin Swan (beef jerky) is a MUST! It was a huge portion for the price and honestly one of the best values on the menu. The Thai basil wings were also incredible and definitely worth ordering here (or at Gai Noi or Lat14 if you've never had them before), they're so flavorful and crispy! For the "shareable" dishes, we ordered the green curry octopus and scallop crudo. I'm normally terrified of octopus/tentacles, but this dish was actually super good! The potatoes, peas, and bacon alongside it were delicious. The only thing missing was the green curry sauce didn't have a ton of flavor, which could've been the wow factor that pushed the dish over the top. The scallop crudo was a beautiful presentation, but looked nothing like the photos on Khâluna'a website. It's served cold in a chilled coconut lime broth. I personally LOVE lime and enjoyed it, but everyone else at the table thought it was overpowering. Also, the portion size was shockingly tiny for a dish labeled "to share" and costing $30+. These definitely felt more apps (or even individual entrees) than table shareables. I wish they changed this! The Laksa entrée was SO yummy! The peanut/chili tasting curry broth poured tableside was such a fun touch, and I appreciated it being served separately. Perfectly cooked shrimp, tofu, and all the toppings made this dish one of my favorites of the night. The bucatini, which I believe is one of their signature dishes, was also excellent, but definitely not your classic Italian bucatini, so just know that prior to ordering! It had chili/onion crunch toppings and a very undercooked homemade noodle, but somehow still worked because it was lightly sauced yet packed with flavor. Super unique and delicious! For dessert, the pecan shortbread was amazing with a homemade chocolate mousse that was TO DIE FOR! Don't skip this! Overall, really good eats, beautiful atmosphere, and creative dishes, but definitely a bit hit-or-miss when it comes to portion size and value for the price. I'm curious how their brunch is next!

Food was very unique here and I enjoyed everything that was recommended. On Wednesday nights they…read moremake a burger which is about 20 bucks (maybe a little expensive at first glance) however it is very unique and cooked with a Lao twist that makes a flavor profile you're not gonna find anywhere else. Highly recommend. Very kind staff and chill vibe. Would come back again.

Our Friday evening experience at Soul Lao did not disappoint! Had always wanted to try their food…read moretruck and was determined to get there now that they have a brick and mortar spot! We were graciously greeted upon entering and offered complimentary shrimp chips as soon as we seated ourselves. We ordered the egg rolls, OG wings, crispy rice salad, and grilled short ribs! We enjoyed it all! especially enjoyed the egg rolls and accompanying sauce, the crispy rice was full of herbs and Lao sausage and the OG wings are crispy, well done and come off the bone easily! (might be considered a bit salty for others due to fish sauce) but not for me! The short ribs were also good - just wished they had more grilled/craggy texture since they said "charcoal grilled" but they were very tender! The sticky rice and tomato jeow that came with the ribs was also very good if you can handle the spice of the jeow The lager was given "on the house" and is super light and complimented our meal perfectly. The standout here was definitely the service and hospitality! This is a family owned restaurant and it was obvious they take tremendous pride in serving you their modern take on traditional Lao dishes! The restaurant is small and informal but all around pleasant and delicious! Will be back!

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.

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.

First time trying food here. Ordered chicken egg rolls, chicken pad Thai (ss&s), yum nuah salad and…read morecombo fried rice. Salad juices spilled out the Togo box. There was a 1/4 wedge of cabbage. Wasn't expecting that. Not the salad I was expecting. Fried rice was ok. Ordered combination, only had two pieces of shrimp and barely any beef. Lots of chicken. Pad Thai was good but I've had better. Eggrolls were alright too. Have better. Portion sizes are skimpy for the price. For what I paid, I would have gotten the Togo boxes either filled up or bigger boxes in San Diego. Food arrived in the time frame I was given.

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.

Yum! Great service, very clean restaurant. Casual space with plenty of tables, finding space should…read morebe easy even when they are busy. The food was great, we got two dishes, a salad and a noodle soup. Everything was delicious, the soup was hot and fresh, a bit sweet but easily customized with some chili oil. The meat dishes were very good, several came with limes or a lime dip which gave a really fun, balanced tartness to the meals. Very casual, we brought our baby and found the place very family friendly, even though our baby was a bit fussy during dinner. Definitely check out this MN staple restaurant!

First time here. Restaurant is a little cold so dress warmly in the winter months. Service friendly…read moreand a couple reminders but we got what we needed. Two wait stay so they are tag teaming which can be overlooked with requests. My green curry had the right amount of spice level and the creaminess coconut milk is what I like for Thai curries and pairs nicely with a scoop of white rice. The fresh spring rolls were ok. Overall, a good place with about a dozen tables so it's small. Prices are ok

Ordered takeout- almost everything was great!…read more Pad Bai Kra Prao with chicken-not what I was expecting. I thought it would be more finely chopped or ground chicken and this had fairly big pieces of chicken. That said, the flavor was delicious and I would order it again. Medium spice wasn't too much for us. Tom yum soup with chicken- this was good, loaded with mushrooms and plenty of chicken. Rice was dry but served its purpose. Drunken noodles with pork- the star of the show. So good! Cream cheese wontons- SO good, loaded with cream cheese. Sauce provided was quite thick and sweet and tasty.

Finally! Thai food in MN that can be made actually spicy. The person who took my take out order was…read moreespecially friendly. I ordered my dish at a hot spicy level and it was actually hot! All too often I'll order something hot or Thai spicy and it is slightly above ketchup for spice level. Not this dish, with every bite I had a smile on my face and bead of sweat on my forehead. It also wasn't just spicy for the sake of being spicy. The sweet in the dish played out perfectly with the heat. Definitely will be coming back!

i have been a customer on Na's for years. Ordered soup which was bland and soapy tasting the…read morespecial egg rolls were not delicious as they use to be. The waitress was nice but slow. My husband and I accidentally left a $5 out of the cash we left her. we quickly realized our mistake and went back inside, the manager yelled at us - you only left a $1 tip!!! so loudly and repeated it three times. We told her of our mistake and handed the waitress a $5 bill ($6 tip on a $26 bill). The manager never thanked us for correcting our mistake - instead scowled at us when we left. They have lost a customer who patronized their restaurant for decades.

Some of the best PHO in MN. The eggroll are also good. Be sure to bring the entire family out…read more great spot and

This place could definitely use a fresh coat of paint (probably needed it 20 years ago), but the…read morefood was so undeniably good, I'm definitely planning to come back! Vermicelli Salad (5/5) grilled pork was extra flavorful and the meatballs were surprisingly delicious. Pho (5/5) - their rich and comforting beef broth was perfect on a cold winter day. Eggrolls (3/5) eggrolls had a great crunch, but the flavor was fairly average. Our friend had the A1 Special Bun Bo Hue and it looked incredible as well. Ambiance (1/5) Service (5/5) Friendly, efficient and constantly refilled our drinks. Great location on University Ave in the Frogtown area of St Paul. Theres a small parking lot in the back in case you can't find nearby street parking. Although the ambiance was dreadful, the food and service carries this place!

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!