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4.5 (588 reviews)
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Ube roll
Shannon K.

Everything here was SO good!! I was hesitant at first to come here since I've grown up eating khmer food and thought it would just be okay compared to what I've had or too similar. I wish I came sooner. It was like my cultural food, but elevated. Nam khao was the big hit, I love the texture and we fought over who could get the leftovers for this. Thom Khem was good, I liked the brussel hash, it wasn't as amazing as people made it out to be, the main was definitely the best with a great sauce. Wish they offered sticky rice with this an alt to the jasmine. The sausage entree was just okay to me, but still not bad. The ube roll with ice cream was perfect sweet treat after dinner. Fluffy and gooey in the middle. Definitely want to come back to try more of their food and to get more nam khao!

Chicken Laap
Tiffany Y.

Yummy food! We got the thom Khem, Chicken Laap, Lao sausage entree, mango sticky rice, and a drink. All the food was flavorful and delicious. I recommend family style with a group so you can try different things! Service was a bit slow. I feel kinda bad because our server had such a huge section by themselves and they were always talking / serving with customers, so maybe it was an off night with less staff?

Lao Burger, Lao Sausage Entrée, Phad Lao
Generous Y.

Taurus Ox has been on my list for quite some time. It's a bit out of the way being tucked on the outskirts of Cap Hill but I highly recommend Ox Burger, their spinoff store for the popular lao burger which is in a more convenient location closer to the heart of Cap Hill. I think what sets Taurus Ox apart is the ambiance and service. We were wonderfully greeted and staff took the time to explain the menu while offering recommendations based on our preferences. Lao Sausage Entree - tasty, fatty pork sausage with a mix of seasonings, spices, and aromatics. Quite a few flavors going on including spiciness, saltiness, and savoriness. The rest of the dish is simple with the rice and vegetables, but those clean ingredients balance out the fatty pork. Portion and as a result, value, is a bit underwhleming though. Phad Lao - love my pad thai as a comforting dish. While tasty, the dish isn't anything spectacular as it's very similar to other stir fried noodle dishes. Solid portion though, great for sharing in groups to help supplement other dishes. Lao Burger - this has been and likely will always be the star of the show. Everyone recommends the burger and I can see why. They offered to cut our burger into three for us which was kind. The bun is soft and slightly sweet, like the Hawaiian rolls. Inside are two smashed, juicy, tender patties accompanied by a plethora of contrasting flavors that enhance one another. The fatty pork belly, sharp milky cheese, pickled vegetables, and creamy, spicy, yet sweet mayo blend make up for an explosion of flavors.

Angela V.

Yes, you need to try the Lao burger!! It's on multiple top lists for a reason! Everything was so flavorful!! Meat seasoned so well, crisp edges, cheese and sauce that just make everything melt in your mouth. Absolutely scrumptious!! The Nam Khao was yummy too! It has such a unique mix of flavors; crunchy rice, tangy, savory pork skin, crunchy peanuts, and a fresh crisp of lettuce! Just so good!!! I just wish they gave us bigger pieces of lettuce. The pieces were small so it made it difficult to make a wrap. The place is tastefully decorated with Laos culture, we enjoyed sitting in the back booths, although it was a bit darker than the front. Service was good and had a great experience. We will be coming back for sure, as I am still thinking of that burger!

Lao Burger
Shrenik P.

i'd heard some really good things about this burger - so was pretty excited to try it let's start with the bun. there are a lot of places that get the bun wrong - but this isn't one of them. the inside and outside of each bun is really well charred to a point where it's not soft but still goes easily through your mouth to make each bite satisfying. the bun is also sauced really well the pork belly is fantastic - it's full of fat and flavor. I do wish it was placed above rather than below the smash patties though - because i didn't really taste it at all until i moved it to be above the smash patties speaking of the smash patties - i'm a little confused on that front. the description says two but i was only able to make out one. maybe they just fused together somehow but for me i pretty much only noticed one smashed patty - it was pretty thick, so i can't complain too much, while eating. I do think i prefer regular patties to smashed patties though - as you lose a lot of the juiciness as far as the taste of the smash patty(ies) i thought it was really good. you can tell these were grilled really well based on the smoky, flame-based flavor present throughout the meat. these were also a perfect texture for what a smashes patty should be the cheese was another hit. you know it's perfectly melted when after taking a bite of the burger your hands are essentially dripping with cheese, along with the jaew bong mayo - which itself was pretty good adding to this dish were the onions - which i could eat an entire dish just of did think the cilantro was alright - didn't quite fulfill its role as the lettuce replacement as good as i expected the biggest thing holding this burger back in my opinion was the lack of any real non-umami flavor. if there was some spice, even a little bit, that would elevate the burger to a whole another level I considered getting the chili oil to pour over the burger, but didn't feel like paying extra for that For this reason, I can't call this the 'best burger in seattle' - but it's probably the best burger i've had in a while i thought the portion size was also near perfect - maybe just a tiny bit small

Lao Burger and Phad Lao
Jia W.

Taurus Ox serves up decent portions and bold spices, though service was lacking and prices edged high for the vibe. In terms of the food, the Lao burger smashed patties were relatively on the saltier side, but what's worth mentioning is the bright herbs and pickles that kept each bite from feeling one-note. Phad Lao brought a sweet-savory noodle profile that rounded out the table nicely. The Khao Piak Sen was comforting with chewy rice noodles in a thick, soothing broth, however the broth lacked depth (the Chinese donut was crispy, yet doughy). What's been consistent for the past few times I have been here are the lao sausages (though they're not pictured). Those 8 oz sausages with the jeow bong or the jeow som sure hits the spot! Where the experience fell short was service. After being seated, our party was never really checked on; had to flag servers down and make prolonged eye contact just to get our order in, there wasn't a quick "how is everything?" even as the room stayed relatively manageable but they were more than happy to hand our table the check, which made the meal feel more transactional than it needed to be.

Lao Burger
Eljay C.

I wasn't really impressed with the food here at all. I have a lot of friends that are Lao and have been going to their parties and this isn't it. It's good but not what I'm used to. The flavors were partially there but needed some umpf. Would I come back? Probably not. The service was great but the amount of food and how expensive it was doesn't justify m coming back.

Menu (Jan 2026)
Albert T.

We were excited to visited Taurus Ox after eating at their burger place over on Capital Hill. We don't have too much experience with Lao cuisine and are always on the lookout for new dishes to try. Taurus Ox seemed to be the perfect next stop. This particular restaurant, located in a more residential area east of Capitol Hill, was relatively quiet for Friday lunch when we walked in. Upon opening the front door, we immediately smelled the fragrance of jasmine rice in the air, whetting our appetites. That seemed like a promising start. We were quickly led over to one of the booths towards the rear and ordered a couple of dishes: Lao Beef Jerky ($16) - This is an interesting but simple dish, consisting of thinly sliced beef jerky pieces on top of a bed of sticky rice. The jerky isn't bone dry like western jerky, but rather has some moisture and more of a tender chew. The beef is surprisingly flavorful, being very beefy and aromatic with ginger and lemongrass. They leave some of the fat on, giving a bit of contrast in mouthfeel and texture. I found the sticky rice to be a little dried out, like they had left it exposed to the air awhile, allowing a skin to form. It's not really ideal, but the interior of the sticky rice was fine. This dish comes with a side of jaew som. It's full of fishy umami, extremely fresh herbal tasting, with a light tanginess, and a slight kick at the end. (4/5) Lao Burger ($18) - This burger can be described with only several words: dry, tough, desiccated. There is something seriously wrong with the burger preparation at Taurus Ox - it's nothing like the balanced and flavorful dish served at their sister restaurant. The burgers are smashed only gently and aren't fried at high enough heat, resulting in floppy pucks without much lacy caramelization. Yet they are also somehow extremely dry inside, not to mention very salty, necessitating going through several cups of water. There's some funky cheese melted in between the two patties, which I would think would add some fat and moisture to the dish, but it's also somehow dried out and tough. The slice of pork belly on the bottom also doesn't help; it's completely overcooked, rendering it a tough salt bomb. I feel like they screwed up and forgot to add the jaew tomato, a critical piece that's really needed to moisten things up. I believe they also didn't add nearly enough of the jaew bong mayo on the bottom slice of bread, I found a certain aromatic and funky flavor, but it also didn't contribute much moisture. Unlike the crisp thicker cut taro stem in the burger at Ox Burger, it's thinly shaved here so it doesn't contribute any texture. At least there are pickled onions on top, slightly fishy and umami, to give some crunch. Overall the flavor profile in general is very good, but the dryness of the whole concoction is unforgivable. I would never order the burger at Taurus Ox again. (2/5) Thom Khem Bowl Lunch Special ($20) - I think this is a half size portion of the $28 entree Thom Khem. It includes a bed of jasmine rice, fragrant and perfectly cooked; a bit of a soft bite giving great mouthfeel. There's half an egg on top, hardboiled and marinated well, then cut in half and pan fried, giving a fried skin (think tiger egg). They serve the dish with some mustard greens. Based on the presentation and serving temperature (cold), I believe they are blanched, iced, then hand wrung before being placed in the bowl. The leaves aren't too bitter for being mustard greens. Some chopped fresno peppers give a bit of a kick. Then we arrive at the star of the dish: the pork belly. Unlike some other places around Seattle that served "pork belly" but actually use cheaper cuts of pork shoulder, Taurus Ox uses full fat belly, albeit skinless. The pieces are cooked until fall apart tender and are braised in a liquid that almost becomes gravy-like in consistency, soaking into and flavoring the rice. It's aromatic, full of umami and saltiness, blending perfectly with the rice. It's a flavorbomb and quite delicious. (4/5) I rarely comment on service, but I feel like Taurus Ox has actively poor service, not to mention that they take noticeable cost cutting measures, giving a poor experience overall. Firstly, they charge high prices for relatively small portions. That's fine if they're going for more mid-to-upscale customers. But then they take shortcuts by having customers pick their own silverware and napkins, similar to a counter service place. The waiters take a completely lackadaisical attitude, sauntering slowly between tables, but mostly standing around not doing anything. For this kind of establishment, and especially due to the fact that the restaurant was only a quarter full or so, I should not need to ask for water refills. I should not have to sit around for fifteen minutes waiting for the check. With how much I enjoyed the burger over at Ox Burger, I can't help but to be disappointed about Taurus Ox. Bathrooms - Two unisex rooms.

Khao Piek Sen
Valerie Y.

I've been wanting to try Taurus Ox for a while and I am so glad that I finally was able to come! My frisbee team came after a game, we called ahead and they happened to have space for 10 people. I shared the Side Lao Sausage & Chicken Wings, they were both great. I enjoyed the dipping sauce for the sausage and the sauce for the wings. Would recommend those. I tried the Lao Burger and thought it was okay; glorified smash burger. The Khao Piek Sen was a stand-out dish to me. The tapioca noodles had the perfect texture and the Chinese donut was a really nice side that came with it. The broth was so soul-warming. I can't wait to come back and get it again!

Vegan Papaya Salad and standard Papaya Salad
Jenny T.

My friend and I came here for dinner on a Saturday. We were able to find parking up the street from the restaurant and were seated upon arrival. Food & Drinks: I ordered a tamarind cocktail to start that was pretty good. I loved the salted rim. I started with the vegan papaya salad that was pretty good. My friend said it wasn't as good as her standard papaya salad, but I still enjoyed it. For my main dish, I got the vegan curry. The curry was full of flavor, tofu, and veggies. I would order it again. Service: Service was friendly and attentive. Drinks came out promptly after ordering. The papaya salads came out first and quick. Entrees came after at a good pace. TL;DR - good food and good service

Salad
Cat N.

This cute little Seattle restaurant offers Lao fusion food. I came here for dinner with one other person while visiting Seattle. We weren't super hungry but wanted to still check it out. Taurus Ox was offering happy hour while we were there (2-5pm). However we just ordered off the regular menu. We shared the Laos burger, lao sausages, and the Soop Pak salad. The Lao burger was full of flavor and was really nice. It had smashed patties with cheese, tomatoes, pork belly, and pickled onions. It was served by itself. It was an average size. The lao sausages came with a delicious sauce and was very enjoyable. The soop pak salad was okay. Not a favorite but I'm glad we got our greens in. Their menu isn't super extensive but it has items you definitely cannot get anywhere else. I appreciate their creativity and flavors. They also have specality cocktails and drinks as well. The service though being good was extremely slow. It took a long time to put our orders in and for our check. The restaurant is small but cute. It is great for intimate groups or large groups. Parking can be an issue since it is only street parking.

Nam Khao
Damien H.

Came to Taurus Ox on a late summer afternoon and had quite a pleasant experience! Came with one friend and was treated enthusiastically and seated promptly. It was a Thursday afternoon and wasn't super crowded. The dishes we ordered ended up tasting excellent. The Nam Khao had the ideal mix of slightly spicy and tangy flavors with the perfect amount of crunch, and the lettuce provided to put it into wraps was fresh and nicely crisp. All the meats on the meat platter were perfectly savory and delicious. I will say the texture on the sticky rice was not quite soft and sticky enough in my opinion, but that was a relatively minor issue in the big picture. Also when we went it was happy hour and the $7 cocktails are excellently priced! The vibe inside the restaurant is vibrant and cozy, and also reasonably casual. Our server was very friendly and happy to answer any and all questions we had, which we had several of since we hadn't had a lot of Laotian food before, and the suggestions were all very helpful. Overall would recommend visiting

Marianne R.

I went here for the first time with my friend on Valentine's and we were able to get a reservation during their lunch hours surprisingly considering the busy holiday. Ambiance and decor was beautiful! And appreciated being seated next to the window to have more natural lighting peak through. As for the food, I was excited to try one of their popular dishes, the Lao burger....oh my goodness....honestly the best burger I've ever had to be honest. The sauce is fantastic and the textures and flavors were just so southeast Asian core I LOVED IT. It's such a unique burger and it's the reason why I will be coming back to try more of their food. For my drink I also ordered a Pandan Cream Soda which was BOMB btw and basically a pandan Italian soda (that I'm inspired to make at home). My friend and I also shared the Lao beef jerky and the jerky itself was TASTY with the jaew tomato sauce. I will say that the sticky rice for the Lao beef jerky was an unexpected texture for sticky rice (reminded me of left over rice that you would use to cook fried rice). Other than that, overall the food was AMAZING and excited to try more in the future

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Ask the Community - Taurus Ox

Are there gluten free options for folks with celiac?

Yes. The cuisine is naturally free of much gluten. Let your server know so the kitchen staff can use separate equipment accordingly

Are there any options for kids?

We don’t have a kids menu per se, but we can certainly accommodate your child if you ask our server. Any simple dish with rice, i.e. chicken/rice. Anything with eggs. We have simply steamed veg that we can serve. A half order of Phad lao noodles,… Read more

Is Taurus Ox in a new location now (no longer on Madison)?

We are now at a new location in the Stevens neighborhood of Capitol Hill. The address is 903 19th Ave E, Seattle, WA 98112.

Do you use MSG?

Sparingly, but yes

Is Khao Piak Sen on the menu still?

No it’s not

Are there any non-pork (pig product) options?

Plenty; the phad lao has the option of chicken, shrimp, tofu. Laap is sans pork, as is the gang nor mai (bamboo stew). The soop pak, a salad of mushrooms, blanched yu choy, ginger and sesame is vegan. Beef jerky, rice and jeaw varietals are all pork… Read more

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