Top Laotian restaurants in Madison, United States

I love their pad thai, pork egg rolls, spring rolls, any soups, cucumber salad, and their mango curry. The mango curry had so much flavor and it was very yummy. You can get any level of spice which is nice. Huge selection of food from Thailand, Vietnam, etc… lots of vegan and vegetarian options as well as you can sub tofu in for any meat dishes. Great prices and large portions. I love the atmosphere and staff. Staff are very knowledgeable about the menu and very kind. Very kid friendly and accessible as well.

The food was very bland for being Laotian food. This restaurant is very Americanized. It's really lacking the laotian authentic flavors. My sister got the beef larp and it was too salty. The red curry was lacking flavor and bland. The chicken and papaya was also bland. I'm really particular with my papaya. It was missing crab paste, tamarind, and lime. It was also too sweet. The deep fried chick was too dry. My husband ordered the laotian sausage which was also very dry. The only good tasting food was their specialty chicken wings with sweet chili sauce. The service was very slow. We came right before the rush hour during dinner and were still waiting longer then expected for our food. It took us 45-50 mins to get all of our food. If you want true authentic food laotian food go to Ahan. The quality and the quantity is much better. The dishes here were small portions for the price of food you're paying for. I'm honestly very disappointed 😞 bc I really love authentic Laotian food.

If you love Asain food, this is the best in the Madison area! A large variety of options no matter what’s you diet preference. Nobody will be disappointed! Sometimes there’s a wait to get seated, but the restaurant is managed well and the food is worth the wait! They do take reservations for parties of 5 or more.

I've never had food of this level, at this price range. This is bomb food for $$ price range. Every serving was amazing, perfectly cooked, and food was to die for.

I would legit drive from Iowa to Wisconsin just to eat here again.

Atmosphere was great dine in experience.

We recently had the pleasure of dining at Ha Long Bay, a Thai and Vietnamese restaurant, and we must say it was an absolutely delightful experience. From start to finish, the restaurant impressed us with its delectable offerings and fantastic service.

The highlight of our meal at Ha Long Bay was undoubtedly the soups. The Tom Yum soup was bursting with vibrant flavors, featuring the perfect balance of tanginess, spiciness, and aromatic herbs. Each spoonful was a taste sensation that left us craving more. The soups alone are worth a visit to Ha Long Bay.

Another standout dish at the restaurant was the fried chicken wings. Cooked to crispy perfection, they were simply addictive. The wings were generously coated in a flavorful sauce that had just the right amount of sweetness and spice. Every bite was a mouthwatering delight, and we couldn't get enough of them.

Ha Long Bay also excels in its noodle and fried rice offerings. With a wide variety of options available, both in meat and vegetarian choices, there is something to please every palate. The Pad Thai and Pad Lao impressed us with its balance of textures and the harmonious blend of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors. The Vietnamese fried rice was a fragrant and satisfying dish that had us savoring every forkful. The quality of ingredients and attention to detail were evident in every bite.

The overall dining experience at Ha Long Bay was wonderful. The restaurant's ambiance was inviting, and the service was friendly and attentive. Whether dining alone, with friends, or with family, the restaurant offers a comfortable and welcoming atmosphere.

In conclusion, we wholeheartedly recommend Ha Long Bay to all Thai and Vietnamese cuisine lovers. The wonderful soups, addictive fried chicken wings, and the diverse range of noodles and fried rice options make it a must-visit restaurant. Whether you prefer meat or vegetarian dishes, Ha Long Bay caters to all dietary preferences with its extensive menu. Prepare yourself for a delicious taste adventure and a memorable dining experience. You won't be disappointed!

Five stars for the delicious food and great service. I really love deep-fried chicken that came with papaya salad.

I've never had Laotian food before but I expected it to be similar to Thai, and it was. The food is very good and there's a pretty wide variety of options. The stuffed chicken wings are my favorite thing that I had, so I definitely recommend that. The curries are all good too. My only complaint is how dark it was in there. Close to when we were leaving they turned on the lights for the dinner service, but it would have been nice to have that for our early dinner too

Incredible food at great pricing. Friendly wait staff as well. I took someone here for lunch and the amount of food we got and the quality of the food for the price was amazing. The steamed chicken dumplings were Incredible, so were the veggie curry puffs.
The lemongrass fried red snapper was incredible, so flavorful. I got the entire fish too, and got to pick all the meat off the bones!

Amazing spot. Delicious Laos cuisine. Reminds me a little of Cambodian food. Great service and great sticky rice!

I feel like Loa Laan Xang doesn't get mentioned enough in the Madison food scene for how great the food is. We went on a Friday night withoutna reservation and only waited maybe 10-15 minutes to be seated. Our waitress was very friendly and the service was prompt.

The crab rangoons are very easily the best I've ever had. We ordered the squash curry and the mixed vegetable curry-- both were great but we liked the mixed vegetable curry a little more

A very nice place with cozy ambience. It's usually a crowded place and may have waiting too but worth the wait. We are pure vegetarian and tried the below:

1. Yellow curry puffs - 4/5.
2. Vegetarian egg rolls - 3/5
3. Squash curry - 3/5
4. Drunken noodle - 4.5/5
5. Thai bobba tea. - 5/5 - out of the world ^_^
6. Peanut sauce - 4.5/5

Overall the experience was nice.

The incredible food makes the tight seating worthwhile!

I really enjoyed everything I tried here and I've heard the food at Ha Long Bay is consistently great across the board. I'll definitely be coming back.

Pros:
- The FOOD. The food is to die for. Portions are larger than expected, there is a very large selection, and of the four entrees my table ordered, I couldn't pick a favorite.
- Quick seating before the dinner rush. We arrived around 5 PM on a Saturday.
- Service was kind and attentive, even as the restaurant started to fill up.

Neutral:
- The menu is enormous, but there is an acronym system directly to the left of each food item (like "HT1") they recommend you use to order more efficiently.

Cons:
- There is a lot of seating in a fairly small space, so some tables are a bit tight. Not unmanageable, though.
- The restaurant got pretty loud as the dinner rush started to come in, which was expected. However, the high ceilings and lack of sound dampening made for a lot of sound reflection.
- One toilet per bathroom.

Overall, the quality of the food far outweighed the cons for me. If you don't make it in before the peak dining times and you still want to order, you can call and pick up your food to skip waiting in the entrance of the restaurant.

Highly recommended!!

Food was amazing and service was pretty reasonable for a busy Friday dinner, despite being a quite remarkably loud environment. A bit pricey, but so tasty!

Lao Laan Xaang was amazing Laotian experience. The inside is beautifully decorated. The wait staff was fun and friendly. We had the special of the day, the OrLam beef stew. It was perfect for the negatives day we had today!! They served the dish to share — so nice!! — and with extra spice mix on the side for me (my wife doesn’t need the burn!) The iced Thai tea was some of the best we’ve ever had. They’re also very well known for their takeout, but we ate in. The waiter also mentioned when we were chatting that the cooks are Laotian natives, and so you have even more assurance of authenticity, and even more incentive to support this small restaurant. We DEFINITELY recommend this place for the food and atmosphere!

Wow!!! Amazing food. This is a MUST visit when in Madison. So many layers to the flavors in their dishes.

Went there for the first time last night celebrating our 25th wedding anniversary. Food was amazing. They offer 4 levels of spiciness. I went with 3 and it was perfect. The iced Thai Coffee and Tea is amazing. The service was top notch. Nice atmosphere inside. Seating is spaced out where you don't feel cramped or feel like you're sharing a meal with strangers sitting next to you. Can't say enough good things about this place. I'll let the pictures do the talking.