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This is a great South East Asian fusion restaurant. Plenty of great options to choose from. We asked the server which two dishes he would recommend and went his recommendation. I had the whole fried branzino and my husband had the longevity noodles with shrimp. There were both very delicious. Hardly any bones in the fried branzino. Nicely crispy and very flavorful. The turmeric curry went so well with the fish and the rice. Absolutely recommend this place. Service and ambiance is great. It feels casual but it's an upscale restaurant if you look at the pricing and the quantity. No dress code though which is awesome.
DC has an array of restaurants featuring the amazing Southeast Asian cuisine and Baan Mae is one of them. I am so glad I found this cute little restaurant on my trip. The interior is cozy, when it's busy, you sit kinda close to other patrons, sometimes back to back. The decoration is very cute and true to the theme of the food they are presenting, I love the ambiance. We tried two dishes, one is a Laotian version of the Tom Yum soup, which has a strong kick to it: spicier than the typical Thai Tom Yum Soup if you like spicy food. We ordered it mild but it is still very spicy to us. We also sampled a Malaysian dish which is a fried fish sitting in this curry sauce base. Very tasty! I like the carefully curated menu of this restaurant, they pick 1-2 dishes from each SEA country to represent their cuisine and you can get a taste of everything from everywhere if you are with a bigger group of friends! I would recommend family style! Food: 8.5/10 Ambience: 8.5/10
My daughter suggested this place and it reminded me of Burma Star in San Francisco. We had 3 appetizers including the Bird Nest salad and chicken meat balls; and 3 mains, including crab curry, pork belly, and marinated beef. Plus a bottle of white wine. Tremendously authentic and interesting food!! The service is top notch and attentive. The room is cozy and warm. You don't want to miss this place!!
This was one of the best Southeast Asian dining experiences I've had in DC. I have had this restaurant on my list for a while while so was excited to walk in at 6 PM on Saturday and get lucky with a table! The decor is cheerful and brightly colored while the restaurant hums with noise. The space is dense but laid out well and conducive to enjoyment for parties of small to medium size. We were in a bit of a hurry but luckily they accommodated us immediately despite us walking in right before peak hours. We ordered the Pad See Eaw with Tofu and the Gaeng Dang Curry with eggplant, both of which were stellar and came to the table within 10 minutes of us ordering. The noodles were slightly overcooked, making them very bouncy, which we actually enjoyed a great deal. There were a lot of vegetables and tofu pieces in the dishes as well and the sauce was well balanced without being overly salty. The curry was some of the best curry I've had in DC. Deeply flavored, coconuty, and a hint of spicy without being too thin as many curries in DC tend to be. The chicken leg pieces (deboned!) were super tender as well. Usually, restaurants tend towards using shredded chicken but this was something special. The total bill for the two dishes was $48, which amounted to about $30 per person with tip, and felt like a steal given the quality of food we ate. Very excited to be back here soon.
Great food and super fast service. Our food started coming out within like ten minutes of ordering which I loved. I also genuinely think Baan Mae's appetizers are top tier. Based on what I tried and what my friends ordered, you really can't go wrong. I had the sra koo and the hua pii and wow. Hua Pii 5/5 This lowkey changed my life. I usually do not like salads at all but this one was sweet and nutty in the best way. So fresh, so crunchy, and actually so good. I would go back just for this alone. Sa koo 4.8/5 Really interesting and so well done. The tapioca wrapper had that nice chewy texture and the filling had a pop of nuttiness and flavor. Wrapping it in lettuce made it feel super fresh and balanced. You can tell the food is made with care. Kimin paa (branzino) 4.8/5 Gaeng Phed (crab curry) 4/5 Both were solid and well executed. The crab curry was good but the crab flavor got a little intense toward the end for me. Crab is naturally pretty strong so it started to feel a bit heavy and slightly nauseating after a while, but still enjoyable overall. The outdoor seating is really cute with colorful chairs and decor. Just a heads up that at night or on weekends the bars next door can get pretty loud since their patios overlook the outdoor seating area. Indoor seating seemed a bit tight since the restaurant itself is pretty small. Overall I would definitely come again!!
This place has the best appetizers ever!!! Absolutely get the jaew bong wings and Mae's meatballs, because it took us seconds to demolish the apps and have the plate completely clean. The entrees were okay, weren't really blown away by the flavor profile. Honestly, the apps left such a high mark that the entrees felt lacking. The portions were fairly large. We got two entrees to split between three people, and we struggled to finish everything. We just walked in and were able to secure a table. Service was also pretty quick. They also gave us disposable hand wipes, which was a nice touch.
Lately we have been knocking it out with our selections and having a great experience at local places. These experiences kept going with our recent selection of Baan Mae. This was a new experience and I can say that I have never had Lao food. I enjoy learning something new and you will here. I am upset that I cannot remember the bartender's name but I thank him for his service and his creativity. He is the brains of all the drinks (I had the Clear as Cha and The Antidote) on the menu. He gave a great history of the establishment and told us of Lao food. He even let us know that the chef and entrepreneur of Baan Mae was in the back making sure the food was cooked and came out the way that best represented Laotian food. We got lucky in that we did not have reservations but were able to sit at the bar. Personally, this turned out better because we had front row seats to the mixologist making it happen with his concoctions. To fully enjoy the experience when you eat at this place you need to get over any hangups of eating with your hands in public. So, for those of you using a knife and fork to eat your chicken wings in public when you know how you get down at home. Let those silly inhibitions go and enjoy the experience the way it should be. Do not worry, they provide plenty of wet naps for you. The appetizers we went with were the Pun Khao Poon (PKP) with Pork Belly and Mae's Meatballs. The meatballs were listed as spicy but trust me you will have nothing to worry about. I like a bit of a kick and the flavor was there all the way but wish it had a tad more spice to it. Still, I would order these again in a heartbeat. The PKP is where you should really be using your hands to build a wrap with the lettuce, pork belly and other accoutrements that come with this dish. This could be a meal for some. For my entrée I went with the Filao-O-Fish sliders with the Jaew Bong Chili Jam. Crispy and sweet with a bit of heat. There is another small menu where this was located so make sure you look at all the menus to not miss any options. A solid five stars!!
Baan Mae checks every restaurant box. Good food? Check. Quality cocktails? Yep. Excellent service? Absolutely. A beautiful space? Obviously. A good story? Heck yes! The chef behind this Laotian spot in Shaw learned how to cook at a refugee camp in Thailand. As you scan the menu, you'll see the use of the word "Mom." The chef is mom and she's worth having in your family. For food, the dishes are unique, but pull from familiar flavors like curries and jasmine rice. An example of this is the red curry. Get it with beef brisket, which pairs well with the lychee and eggplant in the dish. It's excellent! To start, the salmon skewers are simple, but perfectly done and dipped in chimichurri sauce. For dessert, get the white gelato on black sesame sticky rice. So good! To drink, their cocktails are unique and come bitter, sour, or a tad sweet depending on how you like it. Service is excellent. The space is small and it can get crowded, but the staff still create a warm atmosphere. It's a beautiful space!
Small yet charming restaurant. I enjoyed a majority of the appetizers we had but the entrees were a miss. Just a heads up, most tables only accommodate 2 people! APPS: - Mae's Meatballs: 10/10 I loved these but they taste no different than your standard baby shower meatballs - Chicken Wings: 10/10 super crispy and are drenched in Jaew Bong sauce - Sakoo: 9/10 this was my first time trying this dish and I enjoyed it. The inside is filled with peanuts, lettuce & radish creating a unique crunch inside the outer gooey sticky rice shell - Naem Khao: 7/10 It's mostly chopped lettuce but tasty. - Fish Fillet: 3/10 I was so excited to try this but I think upon first bite the fillet was soggy. I didn't finish it. ENTREES: Pad See Eaw: 3/10 horrible! Probably the worst Pad See Ew I've ever had. It was really sweet and the noodles were overcooked Red Curry: 6/10. Very tomato-y and the braised beef was cubed. I would've like it better if the beef was shredded.
I was excited to try Baan Mae because I always like to try new-to-me Laotian dishes and I love their sister restaurant: Thip Khao. I went on a Sunday when they had their 555 Noodle House special menu and ordered the Lao Sakoo: Tapioca pearl dumplings that are stuffed with preserved radish, peanut, cilantro topped with chili and served with baby green lettuce. I really liked these. I have had them once before at a Laotian restaurant in San Diego but liked the texture and flavor profile better here.They were softer here and slightly warm and maybe fresher seeming. The peanut filling inside was a little sweet and added interest to the dish. I really liked the chile on top which really balanced it together with crispy top of onions/ garlic. These were delicious and a 5 star dish for me. I also ordered a main dish: Khao piak sen vegan: Lao house-made tapioca & rice noodle soup, tofu, scallion. cilantro, fried onion and garlic . The house made noodles were very good, slippery and soft. The soup itself was a bit basic and very salty. The tofu was not fried. Asking for and adding chili crisp made the soup better. I did also find a piece of meat in my soup, wasn't a huge issue for me but isn't great for a dish that is labeled vegan and for a restaurant that markets itself as vegan friendly. The house made noodles in the soup were definitely different and fun to try though and the Lao Sakoo was very good. The restaurant's website had incorrect info and it was hard to reach anyone to ask questions prior to making a reservation/ visiting. The service was not great at the restaurant either which affected my rating. My general rating system: 1 star: I would stay away 2 stars: Has some good things about it but I generally don't recommend. 3 stars: Pretty good. I wouldn't go out of my way to go back but a decent place 4 stars: Great place. I would go back. 5 stars: I highly recommend stopping whatever you are doing and making plans to try it out! An Evie favorite!
I made a reservation for 6 ppl here and brought my teammates here for dinner. It's quite a cozy spot - nearly elbow to elbow with the next table, so I recommend for max party of 4. Sharing plates/family style is the way to go here. We tried a ton of dishes. We had a vegan in the mix, so the dishes may not have had as /much/ flavor as theys could have been, but safe to say they had TONS of options for Vegetarian/Vegan diets and even gluten-free diets. While I love Thip Khao and Padaek more, this was a solid spot where everything we tried was great. The cocktails are quite strong (and use more of the brown liquors, so go figure), but they're good and unique!
This is the sister restaurant of Padaek at 7 corners. We decided to order a bunch of appetizers to try. We started with Joew Bong Wings, Salmon Belly Skewers, Sakoo, and Naem Khao. All the appetizers were delicious but the wings were a bit messy to eat. That is probably one that I would pass. There are couple other appetizers that we wanted to try if we go back. For Entree, we got the Kimin Paa and Thom Khem Ribs. The Branzino was large and fried perfectly. The accompanying sauce was delicious. The ribs is tender and falls off the bones. Reminds me of Chinese stew ribs. We cap it off with the night with coconut sticky rice with white rabbit gelato. That brings back memories of the white rabbit candy with that sticky rice paper cover that I use to stick it to my lip. Great food with excellent service. Restaurant is small but I think there is maybe a roof top? Will try to go back.
Went on 12/26 for dinner so I want to say they may not have been on their regular game. The food/drinks were pretty good but nothing that should have been hot was hot. The Antidote was listed as available hot or cold and we were freezing so ordered hot but came warmish. Banana blossom salad was a bit too sweet for me, liked it once I asked and got a lime wedge. The tamarind soup was also warm - wished it came hot, especially once we added the noodles to our bowls which cooled it further - would not get again. Khao Maw Din crab rice in clay pot - also warm but not hot. It had good flavor but wished it had some crunchy bit from the clay pot but the pot wasn't hot enough. Picked the tapioca and coconut rice dessert which was tasty and comforting - the only dish we finished. When ordering, I asked if we could get a side of pea flower rice, but the server assured us that we would get some because "it comes with everything" but it never came. Probably would have been good with the banana leaf salad which was pretty salty. They were also out of sakoo which was one of our reasons for picking this restaurant. We have enjoyed some wonderful Lao restaurants and home cooked meals in the Bay so we're probably spoiled - may give this spot another chance if we have no plans at some point but maybe not on a holiday weekend when people don't really want to be working? Appreciate that effort to try making more interesting foods but I missed the more amped up flavors I've grown to expect. read more
Amazing meal, you need to eat here! Our waiter recommended 3 appetizers and 1 main or 2 appetizers and 2 mains. We did 3 apps and 1 main and I was satisfied but could have also eaten more. Will order more next time! Food -Sakoo - Tapioca pearl dumpling, preserved radish, peanut, chili, cilantro, baby green lettuce, $13. Okay... I will admit I never would have ordered this but our waiter said it's the #1 thing people get. But wow, I was amazed. What seemed like a small little ball that you eat wrapped in a piece of lettuce, had so much flavor! The inside was crunchy and flavorful. Would def get again. This comes with 5 little balls. -Fi'Lao O'Fish - Catfish sliders, fried blue catfish, milk bun, spicy chili lime mayo (jaew som Kewpie mayo), pickled daikon, crispy enoki mushroom, $15. I love a filet I fish, so I had to order these. It was very good and also came recommended from the waiter as #2. - Satay Noodles - Spicy yellow noodles, traditional Thai style peanut satay sauce, Chef Seng's special chili oil, fried garlic, crushed peanuts, scallions, pickles, $15. These came recommended through other yelp reviews, and I will def be ordering these again. Delicious and not too spicy. - Gaeng Phed - Red curry, lychee, crispy enoki mushrooms, seasonal herbs, butterfly pea flower Jasmine rice or rice vermicelli noodles, $33 with shrimp. We got ours with rice and it was super good. Curry was flavorful and came with 3 shrimp. Would order again. Reservation Make one! We have a rez for 6pm on a Monday which we made through open table. By 7ish the place was packed. They have a sign on the door that you get a 15 min grace period for reservations and can only be seated if the full group is there. Service I think 1 guy was working the check in and all the tables! He was super nice and gave us a good run down of the top things people order. He checked in on us a good amount and refilled out waters often. Ambiance Small restaurant with bar seating. Tables for 2-4 (I think). Small and kind of cramped together but cozy. No outdoor seating. read more
5 months ago
I came to Baan Mae because it was listed as an up and coming restaurant and i wanted to experience the good food. The chef i believe was a chef at Padeak (which if you haven't been they have the BEST crab noodles - but that will be another review lol). Here's what i thought: Space: it's very homey, it's almost like you're transported into some aunties living room and she's there to feed you! That being said it's TIGHT, even when you get settled in it's really small, tables are pushed very close (i felt as if i was a part of the table next to us) that's how close it is. Service: the staff is so kind and very knowledgeable / willing to explain what the sauces are on things, and recommend items. It is busy so it is hard to wave someone down if you do need something. Food: We had the Filao-O-Fish (Their take on a Filet-o-Fish) but they use catfish. I had never had catfish before but knew it could be greasy? This sandwich was amazing! The fish? Crispy, meaty but airy did not feel greasy, and if it was they make good use of the pickled daikon to cut that. I believe we got both sauces on the sandwich no complaints, spectacular could have 15 of them. The Banh Canh was interesting Im not a thick noodle kind of person and especially do not like Udon but these noodles were made from tapioca starch i wonder if that was why i liked them. They were bouncy, chewy and had a good taste. I am not sure if I'd get it again - this is just because i recognize that i like a spicy broth/stew and while flavorful just not sure if id reach for it again but if someone else at the table ordered it id definitely steal a few bites. The Khao Maw Din was brought out in a stone pot and while really good the egg could have been a little runnier or even marinated and the pickled onions maybe been substituted for sauteed or crispy onions; it gave it this sour like taste that i didn't think really complimented the dish, I also with the pot would have been hotter and maybe scorched the rice a bit it would have been a nice addition to the overall taste. Overall i like how the menu was curated and how i could see how different inspirations of cuisines were added. I'd visit them again especially for the Filao-o-Fish. read more
We saw this little gem on InKind and thought we'd give it a try. What a cute, mom-n-pop feel and a delicious fusion of Thai, Lao, and Vietnamese. Do not miss the tapioca dumplings, wings, and crispy spring rolls which are served with a sauce reflecting the fusion. One critique: While the red curry sauce was incredible and a perfect balance of lemongrass, coconut, spice, and herbs, portion was very small and served with leg meat and all its fatty glory. Mango sticky rice was also OK, but the rice is dry and overcome by far too much roasted black sesame. That said service (Daniel and the bar) and Ole' the server were so friendly. This could easily be five stars with slight modifications. read more
I went to Baan Mae for their pop-up collaboration with Ve Lai and Dough Market, and it was fantastic! It was booked out, but we got there early and were able to snag bar seats. The complimentary chai was rich and delicious - perfect for a cold day. I believe Zana Tea provided it! We loved Baan Mae's savory cocktails for the event. The standouts for me were my red curry-flavored colada (truly strong curry flavor!) and my friend's tom yum cocktail. They really nailed the dishes they were inspired by while still being enjoyable as drinks. The best bites for me were tied between the turkey chao (wonderful, warming congee with chili oil and century egg and youtiao) as well as Dough Market's Vietnamese coffee bun, which we all wanted seconds of. It nailed the coffee flavor and the mascarpone topping was just perfect! Dough Market is one of my favorite home bakeries and I just wish they were in DC more often! The bo me was good but the meat was a bit tough. We agreed the page was wonderful, though, and overall we loved all the dishes. So glad to have come in a group and been able to share such a lovely menu. I will be back for Baan Mae's normal menu again soon too! I love how creative they are and I appreciate the regular collaborations with other chefs. It's a small space, so make a reservation if you can. All of the staff was so welcoming today, both from Baan Mae and all of the partners! It was a wonderful atmosphere to eat in. Super glad to have come! read more
3 months ago
This is one of the best restaurants I've been to in DC. The ambience is perfect for a date, not too loud, lighting soft and warm. The service was ideal; our waiter gave us a great run through of the menu and we wound up ordering well (two appetizers, two mains, two desserts): the tea leaf salad (SPECTACULAR), glutinous rice dumplings, ribs, and the special which was noodles with soft shell crab. The spice level (two peppers on the menu) was ideal. The thom yum martini was unique and tasty as well. Highly recommend! read more
1 year ago
Food is really good, ambiance and service are disappointing. Just not worth the price for the experience and portion. Our food tickets got lost several times throughout the night and no one acknowledged the issue. Drinks were fine - for me this is a fine spot in the area and I'm sure it's someone's favorite but it isn't for me based on my previous experience. read more
The is one of several Laotian restaurants, including the legendary Padek in Arlington, that are owned by the same person. The food here is fancier (and pricier) than Padek. It's also not as good as Padek used to be but better than Padek is now. All that aside, we enjoyed our meals and the ability to enjoy them at their outdoor patio. We had a wide assortment of appetizers and mains and particularly enjoyed the Pun Khao Poon Spring Rolls and the Gaeng Dang with Chicken. Perhaps the "worst" thing we had was the Pad See Eaw with Shrimp and even that was good compared to most restaurants. read more
1 year ago
A very lovely dining experience with the most attentive staff. My husband and I overindulged in their small plates, main dishes, cocktail, and dessert. I am so happy we got a variety of items because each dish was full of different flavors. To begin our meal, we ordered the mak muang cocktails (Mango puree, Don Q Cristal rum, chili), which was so refreshing and you could taste the sweetness of the mango puree that was perfectly balance with the chili. Almost wish we ordered more! For starters we got the chicken wings and sakoo. The chicken wings were perfectly crispy and the Lao preserved chili paste was delicious. The sakoo came with 5 tapioca pearl dumplings that were filled with preserved radish and peanut, topped with chili, and cilantro. My husband for the khao soi with chicken and it was perfectly spiced and the noodles were perfect! I opted for something I had never had before- the kimin paa, a Southern Thai style pan fried turmeric Branzino that was topped with lemongrass, garlic, and tamarind salt. The turmeric coconut sauce that surrounded the fish was delicious and I could've had a whole jar of it! The green mango salad and butterfly pea coconut rice paired perfectly with it and helped balance the spice. I could not leave without having their dessert, and it did not disappoint. We got their sesame sticky coconut rice with white rabbit candy and mango and it was the perfect portion for the both of us to share. We pretty much rolled out of the restaurant- we were so stuffed and everything was delicious. I think we found out new fave restaurant in the District. read more
3 months ago
9 months ago
I had to have Thai-Lao food when I was in town, so I made a reservation for one at Baan Mae. It is near the green line in the Shaw Neighborhood and is quite accessible by public transportation. The interior of the restaurant is nicely decorated and dimly lit, and I was seated in one of the cozy window alcoves. There is an alcove on each side of the door, so you can awkwardly watch the parties across from you eat. It so happened that the musician pinkpantheress was dining across from me (!), and I was awkwardly making intermittent eye contact with her and her friend as I was chowing down. I believe she was in town to film her NPR Tiny Desk! Anyways, celebrity spotting aside, I enjoyed the food at Baan Mae but wished that I had invited friends to join me. I had the sakoo, which were these sweet/savory bouncy tapioca dumplings, as well as the hua pii, a banana blossom, jicama, and salted egg yolk salad. I have never eaten these dishes before and enjoyed them, but wish I ordered something else to offset the sweetness of the two. I would not say that their flavor profiles are identical, but the peanut filling in the sakoo is on the sweeter side, and the amount of tamarind sauce in the hua pii was a little too sweet for my liking, so I had to order some sticky rice to balance things out. I also think that they could've added a little more salted egg yolk. After I finished, I was a little too full to order something else, but next time, I hope I can sample some more of their offerings. This is definitely a restaurant that you should come to with at least 2-3 other people. read more
First Laotian restaurant ever! It was a great experience. There is a small outdoor seating area in the back of the restaurant. The inside is cozy with extravagant Southeast decor. There's a long bar table to the right of the restaurant as soon as you walk in if you were to go alone. The service was great! And the atmosphere was radiant - we were lucky to get a seat outdoors. I recommend putting a reservation if you were to go with friends as it gets packed on a weeknight! I got the Khoa Soi. The soup was very delicious and not too creamy. The chicken was grilled to perfection and I love the yellow egg noodles. The portions are a bit small for the price but that's the price you pay for the city. Highly recommend for a date night or even a night with some friends! Make sure to schedule a reservation to be safe! read more
Thip Khao was one of my favorite restaurants in DC so I when I heard the owners were opening another restaurant, I was very excited for it. Baan Mae meets the hype!! The menu was a unique mix of Thai + Lao and everything that we ordered was a delight. I really liked the sakoo, pork jerky, gaeng phed, and pun Khao poon. But truly all the apps and mains that we ordered were delicious. The only thing that we didn't like was the sticky rice dessert - the ice cream and mango were fine but the rice tasted a little... plasticky? The waitress was very attentive and helpful when we asked questions. And it's a cozy, wonderful spot. read more
1 year ago
My friend and I came because of the 555 Noodles, and it didn't disappoint. We visited on a Saturday, at noon, right when they opened. The owner, I think she was the owner, was very friendly, and made very good suggestions. Always came over to check on us, conversed with us during her free moments. We sat by the window in a small spot but it was just right for the two of us. We had two noodle dishes, mom's noodle soup "khao poon beef" and the banh canh tom cua, from the 555 menu along with the pun khao poon. So good but I think our favorite was the banh canh tom cua because the broth was thick and so were the noodles. Had a kick to it too so if you like spicy, this might be up your alley. Street parking of course in DC. I'd come back to try more stuff, I wish this place was closer to where I work so I could be a frequent customer! Thanks for the delish lunch! read more
2 years ago
One of my favorite spots in DC! You can't go wrong with anything on the menu, every single dish is perfectly made and delicious. They now have noodle shop during lunch hours, only serving a few apps and soups. I do still prefer their full dinner menu, but soupy noodles will be perfect for cold winter days. The staff are all very friendly and attentive. The ambiance is cozy and intimate. A must visit! read more
1 year ago
Walked in on a Sunday afternoon and was seated immediately. Ambiance was vibey. Started with the sakoo which was very interesting and unlike anything else I've tried before. It was salty and sweet with an outer texture similar to mochi and a flavorful filling inside. The pork jerky was tender, grilled bbq'd meat that was fairly standard. The crab curry was quite salty but had a good flavor. read more
1 year ago
Casual and small Shaw neighborhood gem. Delicious and flavorful food. Attentive and kind service. This is definitely a place to go back and try every menu item. read more
reincarnation of hanumanh, one of our favorite restaurants in DC and our favorite concept from chef Seng. Baan Mae is fantastic - the food has all been delicious and we've had many iterations of the menu since opening. The space hasn't changed, but the cocktail program and team have. Patio out back when weather cooperates. Food comes out quickly, service is wonderful, really can't go wrong with anything on the menu. Favorite dishes are the massamun and crab curries, the longevity noodles, naem khao and banana blossom salad, pork ribs, sakoo and shrimp crudo. And don't skip dessert read more
4 months ago
2 years ago
Food and service are both stellar. Have been back three or four times now and each time have enjoyed trying new dishes and revisiting favorites (including the fried whole branzino and mochi dumplings). read more
1 year ago
2 years ago
We got the sakoo (tapioca pearl dumpling) and the 1 ton (pork and shrimp wonton) and the ribs. Everything was very flavorful and filling. The meat on the ribs fell right off the bone. We didn't make a reservation, but walked up and sat at the bar. If I went again I would definitely make a reservation since it's a relatively small space. read more
2 years ago
Amazing from start to finish. Pro tip: sample appetizers, you can't go wrong. We had the tapioca dumplings with the chicken dumplings. Both delish. For dinner, the branzino and massaman were a hit. Can't wait to go back and sample some more! read more
2 years ago
Wow. I don't even know what to say. The food is fantastic. Great cocktails. The food here is truly an experience. Every bite I had tonight was sooo tasty. The wait staff was so helpful and friendly. The decor was fun and welcoming. Visit Baan Mae for a beautiful culinary experience! read more
2 years ago
Came here for dinner and it was incredible! The restaurant itself is small and intimate but well decorated. We started with drinks and were impressed, especially with the seasonal som paw dee. For food we had the sakoo (tapioca dumplings), hua poi (banana blossom salad) and the gaeng phed (red curry). All three were incredible, but the curry really stands out - the taste reminded me exactly of a curry I had in Thailand a few years ago and have been searching for something that could compare! I cannot recommend this restaurant enough and can't wait to go back! read more
10 months ago
2 years ago
This food was so delicious, unique and the service was incredibly attentive. I cannot wait to return! We ordered the following: khanom jeeb Shrimp and chicken with water chestnuts and shiitake mushrooms steamed dumpling hua pii (gf) Banana jicama blossom salad, tamarind sauce, shrimp, Vietnamese mint, shaved egg yolk, peanut thom khem Braised pork ribs, caramelized fish sauce, palm sugar, lychee glaze, sticky rice gaeng phed (gf) Crab curry, lychee, snap pea, pea tendrils, butterfly pea flower Jasmine rice (vegan option available Shan tofu & seasonal vegetables) As a thai food lover, the crab curry was quite possibly the best curry i've ever had -- extremely flavorful and unique with some delightful sweet elements, and the salad was so fresh, flavorful and crave-worthy. I will come back for these two items especially. The ribs were good as well, maybe an 8/10 and the dumplings were okay not the most flavorful but worth a try! Overall awesome experience can't wait to come back. read more
2 years ago
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