We frequent this spot and shocked I haven't reviewed it yet! It's a neighborhood gem!!…read more Food: A huge and diverse menu. If you've never had Laotian food, but like Thai, it's a similar cuisine. We enjoyed everything we tried: pad see ew, lao calamari, roti with curry dip, cheesy pad Thai, egg roll. Service: friendly and the food is very speedy! Ambiance: clean, simple, no frills.

Charming elephant had been a presence on Boston Street in Canton for many years now and has been…read moreconsistent and reliable for a great comfort meal. I usually get take out but it's a very cozy spot to eat in, and they have tap to pay capabilities so I will usually pop in after a jog when I don't have my wallet and it's not a problem. FYI, parking is free on Boston Street but depending on the tune of day can fill up. Although the menu items will sound familiar to Thai disagree, keep in mind that this is a Laotian restaurant! The flavors are going to be a bit different. Based on the items I've had, I would say it's less heavy and less of a coconut/sweet base than typical Thai dishes. Try them out for yourself!

Came here for date night after hearing so much about this restaurant and it didn't disappoint!…read moreLaotian food is always a hit. We had major indecision because there's SO many things on the menu we wanted to try but ended up getting: Naem khao: 4/5 probably better with the sour pork, but loved how fresh this was. It was a large portion too, so we got kind of full from finishing it before our mains even arrived. Shrimp pad see ew: 5/5 the best pad see ew I've had in the DMV. So much wok fire flavor. You can really taste the caramelization. And the large shrimp were velveted which was made it extra satisfying to eat. Also a good shareable portion size! Muu Som: 4/5 this was super rich and heavy. Would get this again only to share with a larger group. Loved that it came with sticky rice. Mango sticky rice: 4/5 delicious but in my opinion didn't need the ice cream on top (my boyfriend thinks otherwise though). Very large portion as well. The cocktails were a little pricy ($15) for what they were but I did love the tamarind margarita. Just wish it was a larger drink or a smaller price tag. Service was very attentive!

I'm disappointed I haven't ever stopped in here before. I walk by this restaurant regularly and…read morenever thought to check it out. I actually intended to try out the Trini Vybez restaurant next door, but discovered they're closed but their signage is still up. Anyways, I got a seat at the bar for myself and service was great. I was a bit indecisive as the menu is pretty extensive, and I've never eaten Laotian food before. Luckily, it was happy hour, so I was able to sample a couple of their appetizers and their daiquiri which was quite strong. I had the Tam Sum, papaya salad and that was very good with a hint of spice and lime. Then, I also had Chuenh Peek Gai, which was tamarind glazed wings. Omg they were savory and crispy! I loved these. For the entree, the bartender recommended some great options, but I finally settled on Kee Mao, which is flattened rice noodles with stir fry beef and vegetables. It was also a very savory dish, with a sweetness to it. Laotian food is very similar to Thai food and I love Thai food. I will not sleep on this restaurant and will be back soon!!

12/10 no notes Crab cake and Khua Khao were perfectly spiced…read moreand cooked. Service was attentive and food was prepared pretty quickly overall. If you're undecided, go

Dante was an excellent server. The restaurant is beautiful and the food is delicious. Would come…read moreback anytime.

The vibe at Mona's Super Noodle was immaculate. I went right when they opened at 11 a.m., and the…read moreenergy was perfect. They were playing great music (the playlist was THAT), and the waiter greeted us with a big smile. I ordered the Seafood Pho and a non-dairy Thai tea. Both were delicious. It was my aunt's first time trying Thai tea, and she absolutely loved it, which made everything even more special. Mona's Super Noodle absolutely delivered on food, atmosphere, and hospitality. I can't wait to go back!

Whenever i am in Hampden i try to stop in for a bite, the soups are great. There is seating outside…read moreand service is usually quick, inside has a very relaxing vibe.

Loved Padaek. The service was friendly and thoughtful. Our server made great suggestions. We…read moreordered all kinds of dishes. The kra prow and the Burmese tea salad stood out the most. Flavors are authentic and the perfect balance of sweet spicy and sour. They also serve delicious cocktails. I had a tamarind cocktail which was to die for.

It's been almost 2 years since I ate there last. Went on a Sat night and surprisingly not busy…read more Guessing the extreme cold made everyone stay home. We got the crunchy rice with sour pork (naem khao thadaeu), pork shoulder (ping), fried catfish (patod), chicken pad thai (kua mee), and warm coconut milky dessert (bua loy). All the dishes were delicious but a bit more salty than Thai. Feels like a lot of fish sauces in all the dishes. The crunchy rice came with lettuce but ours were not the best lettuce. The fried catfish were nicely fried with a perfect coating. Definitely a dish to get. The pork shoulder is another dish to get. Nicely seasoned with sticky rice. Their version of pad thai is uniquely different than Thai. A bit more sweet but the lime makes it better. Wife wanted to try bua loy dessert. It is a warm sweet dessert that balanced out all the salty flavors of the dishes. Something to try as well. Flavor are still the same. The dishes we order were too much for 2 of us. My only complaint was the restaurant smelled like smoke when we walked in. Not the kind where there was a fire in the kitchen but more like someone smoking in the kitchen?

Took an extended walk a few weeks ago to check this place out before getting groceries, as it's…read moresupposedly some of the best Thai in South Arlington and had to verify that. Was seated by a delightful young lady, and found the decor and layout to be quite pleasing; modest by elegant. As for the fare, it was indeed quite worth the walk. Ordered a bowl of Tom Yum and the Pad Thai Mun Goong. The Tom Yum was solid and quite flavorful, a flux of tangy lemongrass with the oniony sweetness of steeped scallions, and enoki mushrooms to provide some heartiness. The Pad Thai Mun Goong was a chef specialty pad Thai made with stir fried rice noodle, prawns shrimp tomalley oil (a crucial element for this version), egg and bean sprouts, naturally topped with green onions, peanuts and a lime for squeezing, and this also was quite phenomenal. Savory, sweet, a little tingle of sourness from the citrus in the mid-palate, and the juicy, briny shrimp balancing the dense carbs and rich flavorful sauce. All-in-all, I was well pleased this visit. As this is Padaek's second location, I hope they don't expand too much further/quickly and compromise on quality.

Absolutely delicious! Was looking for a restaurant for Friday evening and stumbled upon Padaek…read more Made a reservation for 8:15pm. We walked in and the restaurant was lively. They had a band and singers and folks were up dancing. We found out this is an annual thing and not something regular. We didn't realized they closed at 9pm so felt a little rushed. My friend and I shared the Pad See Ew with beef and the Pla Makham. Both dishes were so good and packed with flavor. We saw some good looking dishes being delivered to other tables and can't wait to return to try them.

Baan Siam was great for a recent group dinner! Food was delicious, ordering was efficient and space…read morewas great. Have also had Baan Siam as takeout catering before for a party and that was great too.

Food was amazing, the ambience was very pleasant and evoked a cool vibe. Service at big times was…read moreharried but I believe they must have been short staffed by our last visit. We ordered lots of appetizers and they were all first rate. There were dumplings and all kinds of Asian Fusion influences. Cocktails at Happy Hour are always fun and I guarantee that you will enjoy the cool vibe and the excellent choices on their menu.

Elephant Jumps is the best lunch value in the burbs…read more Come before 3pm and for between $12-14, get your choice of their most popular entrees, with a salad and crispy starter (such as spring roll or shrimp toast). There are chicken, shrimp, beef, vegetarian, curry, rice, and noodle options -- something for everybody. Seriously that's the price of a quick serve meal these days, but it's a lovely dining room with table service and fresh, beautiful food. Great place for business or networking meetings!

Seems like they have new management or ownership. Menu changed so of courae price changed as well,…read morebut food still good and servera are nice.

My spouse and I recently ate here for the first time and we enjoyed the meal. The restaurant is in…read morea convenient location with plenty of free parking. The restaurant is fairly small, but there are many tables for guests. That said, even on a mid-week evening, the place was busy with a brief wait. There also appeared to be a steady flow of delivery couriers picking up orders. The staff was friendly and we were seated in less than 10 minutes. We ordered the steamed dumplings for an appetizer and they were very enjoyable. For the main course, I ordered Dancing Pork Belly and my partner ordered the Pineapple Fried Rice with chicken. I wasn't sure what to expect as I've never had the dish. The food was served hot and although the meal wasn't spicy, it was tasty. The fried rice was also good. The service staff were friendly and attentive. Overall, we enjoyed the meal and will return.

I visited on a Thursday night and the place was pretty full. I ordered the papaya salad and curry…read morepuffs as apps. Both were just okay, I wouldnt order again. For the main, I got drunken noodles and boat noodle soup. The drunken noodles were spicy and the meat tender, this was the best item! The boat noodles had a lot of meat, but was too heavenly seasoned. I prefer a lighter soup that I can actually drink. Overall, I'd only get the drunken noodles again

So the entrance was hard to find - lots of doors and they all say use other door. But once I got…read morein, this place was great! We went for an early supper and it was empty. The server was quick to greet us and was attentive. The food was delicious - came out hot and fresh very quickly. Portions were generous. The meal was very reasonably priced. This was a comfortable and relaxed environment.

Delicious Thai food in a surprisingly large restaurant space near Anne Arundel Community College…read more The staff was very nice and the prices are reasonable