If I was only ever going to one restaurant in Wasilla for the rest of my life--this is it. Authentic Laotian food filled with fresh ingredients makes this a must stop. The menu is vast, offering options for every customer whether you are vegetarian, carnivore, or gluten free. I've been back for seated meals and take out and the high quality never waivers. Just writing this review makes my mouth water. See you again soon Cafe Khao. read more

This was my first experience with Laotian food and it was a unique experience! I got the Lao crispy rice salad which I did not know was made with fermented pork which was new to me but the textures and flavors of all the ingredients complemented each other well! My friend got the pork belly which she said was just okay. read more

Cafe Khao Neow Sticky Rice - crispy rice salad - Laotian Near Me - Wasilla, Alaska

My sister shared her favorite spot with me. We had the nap buns, crispy chicken and the crispy pork. We shared so we could try some new things. The hostess was very nice and gave us time to chat and look over the menu. The ambience was quiet with only a few tables being used. The place smelled deli's. The food tasted delicious. I was so happy she shared!! read more

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You can try the entire menu! You will not regret it! Try the Pork Belly! Spicy Wings! Wow! And the Basil Fried rice. Yum

Food was pretty good but the to-go service was not fast as I had to wait more than 45 minutes past when online said it would be ready. Food was good though! read more

If you're looking for truly authentic Lao food, this is the spot. From the moment you walk in, the warm hospitality and incredible aromas let you know you're in for something special. My husband is Lao and has been missing real, home-style Lao food for a long time--and this place absolutely hit the mark. It brought back memories of home for him with every bite. The Nam Kao is hands-down one of the best we've ever had--perfectly crispy, tangy, and packed with flavor. The pho is a must-try too: clear, flavorful broth that's light but deeply satisfying. We also loved the homemade Lao sausage--so flavorful and aromatic. The pork Larb was a knockout: fresh herbs, bold seasoning, and the right amount of heat. And if you love a spicy kick, the Thum (papaya salad) is amazing--spicy, sour, salty, and just the way it should be. This place is a true gem for anyone craving real Lao cuisine. Whether you're Lao and missing the taste of home or just want to explore authentic Southeast Asian flavors, this spot is a must-visit in AK! read more

This was a nice find. Enjoyed the food and was happy with the service. Easy to find location.

Got the Pho. So so so so good. Added too much chilli oil and it turned into a food challenge, but so delicious. Surprisingly nice atmosphere. Service was great. Go-to for sure if I need a pho to beat a cold. read more

Being that I am Laotian. I was surprised to find this place all the way in Wasilla! I had the thom khem , Jeow bong wings , and oak gai! And Mann lemme tell yall everything was a 10/10 Including the service aswell. Definitely coming back and definitely recommend! read more

One of the best meals I had in Wasilla. Ordered the beef jerky meal and a papaya salad. Both spicy both DELICIOUS. Worth a visit. Wish I ate here at the start of the week so I could come back and try more things. Sadly I leave tomorrow. read more

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Food was very good. Had the StirFried noodles. It was so good! Service was great and we will be back. read more

We felt like it was pretty average. It was fine after I spiced it up, but nothing to write home about. I had a stir fry and my wife had fried rice. read more

We really enjoyed this place. You walk in and seat yourself in a very clean dining area. From there, the service was prompt and attentive. We ordered two vegetarian dishes, the bamboo soup, and the tofu larb. Of the two we liked the tofu larb better, but the bamboo soup was also good. The portions were generous, and we had enough to take home for another meal. read more

Our favorite spot to get pho!! We love trying new dishes here and it's always so good. Bonus points I love their chili oil. The staff is always super nice as well. read more

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Date night and wanted to find something new and delicious and this place definitely was delicious read more

Cafe Khao Neow Sticky Rice - Steak with rice and wings - Laotian Near Me - Wasilla, Alaska

Our favorite restaurant in Wasilla is back open! We went the day they opened and the food was fantastic as always. My wife had the green papaya salad and I had the basil curry fried rice. Both were excellent! We also had what we're arguably the best egg rolls I've ever had! Service was top notch as always! read more

Food is amazing as always. Staff is very cordial and treat you like family. The place is great and am loving the expansion. Hope to bring my family by on the next dine in. read more

Cafe Khao Neow Sticky Rice - Pork Egg Roll, Sticky Rice, Deep Fried Pork, Spicy Lao Sausage, Beef Jerky - Laotian Near Me - Wasilla, Alaska

Lao Sweet Pork Stew, egg rolls and Lao iced coffee were all really good. Decent portion sizes and the pork belly was super tender. Can't wait to come back and try other things on the menu. read more

Cafe Khao Neow Sticky Rice - Laotian Near Me - Wasilla, Alaska

My husband loves the pho and I the Larb chicken. For something a bit lite the fresh spring rolls and chicken skewers are amazing. We go at least once a week. read more

Food was totally amazing. Family run place. I can't wait to come back again. Service was great.

Fast and friendly service but low spice papaya salad still way too spicy. Enjoyed the sticky rice & larb tofu.

If I can say one thing... You need to go try this place out!!! Everything is amazing!!! The food will speak for itself!!! Trust me :) read more

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Came here on Friday for lunch and it was steadily busy. There was only one waitress who was also the cashier and she was awesome. She came to check on us and made sure we had a pitcher of water. We ordered the chicken noodle soup, Deep fried pork, and shrimp fried rice. My favorite dish was the soup because it had crispy fried pork it to add flavor while the soup was warm and the noodles melted in your mouth. With how cold it was outside it was soothing. The fried pork was not over cooked so it was still juicy which made it delicious but lacked flavor. The shrimp fried rice had huge shrimps in it and was not too salty. Overall I highly recommend this place for good Laotian food. read more

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Really good food. Authentic, clean, and well run. Looking for Lao food or want to try something new, check out this restaurant. read more

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Best food in the valley in my opinion love this place wish I could eat here every day

Little hole in the wall restaurant that is beyond great!!! Food portions are plentiful. The sauces are to die for! The staff is extremely polite and considerate. Word of mouth is the only way I heard about this awesome place, truly recommend it. read more

Cute little cafe, not much seating. Staff was friendly. As for the food, Thai iced coffee was too sweet. Kua mhee was great, kao Piak Sen was good, char siu pork was good. I liked the beef Larb but my husband (who is Thai ) did not. They have 3 different jaew(dipping sauce) to choose from . I can't say any of them were good. We make it at home and I just didn't like the way they made theirs , flavor was off. But I'm sure if youve never eaten it before you might enjoy it. I would eat here again. Also they use a lot of MSG. So if you're sensitive to that I would stay away. I will add they are the best Lao/Thai restaurant I have been too in Alaska . read more

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Some of my favorite food in the mat-su valley. Great service. Kyla was the server, she did great and very knowledgeable. Other servers have done awesome as well. Calming ambiance, the TVs usually show good YouTube videos of food from around the world that get you primed to eat some great food. read more

Cafe Khao Neow Sticky Rice - Fried rice - Laotian Near Me - Wasilla, Alaska

It's been a while since I was in this spot and unfortunately I left disappointed. The food is good but not exceptional. I tried the fried meatballs and they had a strange texture that can best be described as a chewy outside with a more normal inner texture for a meatball. The Basil curry fried rice lacked much chicken which was disappointing. The Lao tea is $6 for a fairly small glass which isn't bad if you can have refills (which was my experience in the past). This time no refills were offered. The teenage wait staff definitely aren't the same as the owners and take away from the atmosphere a bit. read more

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We dropped by on 7 September 2024?on the way to Matanuska Glacier at 1. We ordered a Basil pork fried rice and chicken curry noodle soup. And also the beef pho and laab pork with vegetables. Everything tastes on the sweet side, which we are not use to as we are used to spicy style Thai food. All the vegetables are fresh and the meats are well cooked. read more

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Went here for lunch after driving back from Talkeetna. Started with egg rolls which were delicious. Had a variety of items which all were very good. Chicken fried rice was a huge plate! Lao sausage was very tasty as was the sticky rice. Chicken curry noodle soup was flavorful and hit the spot. Chicken skewers were enough for a meal and also very flavorful. Highly recommend this restaurant. read more

We have eaten here many times and it one of our favorites. They'd been closed for family time and finally reopened today! So happy! We stopped in and I decided to try something new. A papaya salad, I ordered medium spice. It was so different and really good... really, really good. The spice is true, what I mean by that is, medium for most Americans is not hot.... Medium in Thai or Laotian is quite spicy hot. So so good though. Highly recommend trying if you like strong flavors and spicy hot foods... you can order it less spicy but I really enjoyed the heat. Had the egg rolls too. Husband ordered the basil curry rice and as always, delicious. The service is always prompt and kind. It has a very cozy atmosphere simply a wonderful little place! read more

Hands-down, the best Laotian cuisine in Alaska! I ordered several different dishes and each one was exceptionally delicious. Leftovers for days, each dish tasted just as fresh and delicious as the day it was originally made. Comfortable open seating with a quiet atmosphere. Kind and attentive service. My order: Egg Roll CKN's Roast Pork Belly Chicken Curry Noodle Soup read more

VEGANS They were able to make me a mixed vegetable dish with a mushroom-based sauce. As a matter of fact most dishes can be made vegan . All of the ingredients were fresh. No gross cheap filler type veggies like green peppers or onions. I also had the spring rolls which were equally fantastic. First time I've ever had avocado and a spring roll. I should also add that there is a Selection of dipping sauces to choose from in the back. I went with the "jeow bong" . I've had A LOT of hot sauce in my time, this one is definitely going to be in my top three. Soooooo good! read more

Cafe Khao Neow Sticky Rice - There's Chinese broccoli, shiitake's, and asparagus in there. Yes! - Laotian Near Me - Wasilla, Alaska

I've never tried Laotian food, but this was absolutely fantastic. I had the Coke in that fried rice and it was amazing. It came with lettuce wraps, and I ate the whole darn thing. I would highly recommend this place. read more

Food was BOMB Fried Pork, steak was delicious, chicken stir fry asparagus every single thing on the menu was delicious. Definitely worth the drive from anchorage!!! read more

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Food was fantastic and fresh! I got the fried noodles with chicken (great flavor!) and my husband ordered the fried rice with crab Rangoon. Large portions with plenty leftovers! Service was great too! read more

Hidden gem in a town full of dull rocks. Cafe Khao Neow is hidden near Wasilla's local IHOP. Drive past the IHOP, if you can resist the urge for mediocre breakfast and TV dinner quality food, and treat yourself to one of Wasilla's best restaurants. Must try! read more

The food was good, not what I expected, but that's on me for not reading closely. I was expecting chicken pho... this is chicken noodle soup but the noodles are unlike any I've ever had before. The flavor was very good. The texture wasn't my favorite but my mindset could have had a lot to do with that. The egg rolls and noodle dish my husband got were delish. read more

Cafe Khao Neow Sticky Rice - Warm chicken noodle - Laotian Near Me - Wasilla, Alaska

My first time ordering and WOW, did not disappoint. Perfect flavor, fresh veggies, great sauce! Food was excellent. Try out this awesome gem. We ordered the Deep Fried Pork with Garlic, Loa Crispy Rice Salad (amazing) and the cream cheese wonton. read more

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