My friends and I stopped by on a Friday evening at 7:30 p.m. looking for a table for four and the wait was around 45 minutes. Between the four of us, we shared a variety of dishes, including their Champa Wings, Nam Kaow, Lao Sausages, Yum Nom Tok, Champa's Fried Rice and Pad Thai. Of these dishes, my favorite was easily the Nam Kaow. This dish had so many layers of flavors and textures. I could honestly eat a whole plate of this myself and be satisfied. Every grain of crispy rice was fried to perfection and there was a wonderful sour and spicy tang throughout each bite. The other dish I really enjoyed was the Lao sausages. These sausages are packed with so many different herbs and spices. The lemongrass flavor was especially prominent. Like the Nam Kaow, this dish also went really well with the fresh mint and lettuce that's provided on the table. There's a good reason why this unassuming Thai and Lao neighborhood restaurant has a line out the door: the food is absolutely delicious. Definitely one of my favorite meals I've had in 2026 -- I can't wait to stop by again. read more

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Wow. If you want some good thai food that is good both for takeout and eating in, this is the place. Here's everything I've ordered and their rankings. Pad Thai: 8/10 Yellow Curry: 8.5/10 Appetizer Sampler: 9/10 Papaya Salad: 9.5/10 Crab Fried Rice: 10/10 Pad See Ew: 10/10 We love this restaurant so much. They don't skimp out on portions either. We'll be back for sure. read more

Super flavorful Thai Food. They brought out our food literally 5-10 minutes after we ordered. I love Thai Food and this would fall into my top 3 favorites. Basil Fried Rice: 10/10 Garlic Shrimp: 8/10 Pad see ew: 6/10 (needs more salty flavor) Yellow Curry: 9/10 Every dish had a lot of vegetables, which I thought brought a really good balance. Honestly no complaints.The service and environment was amazing as well. read more

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The service was quick and the staff were very kind. The food is soooo good! I loved their pad Thai and tom yum soup! The Thai tea was very flavorful as well. Will be coming back soon! The vibes are so chill. The only downside is that our whole table didn't have service but then again it was kind of a blessing to communicate and chat with one another. read more

Champa Garden - Thai Near Me - Oakland, California

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We took our food to-go and it was still delicious by the time we got home! I really enjoyed my pad see-ew. It was both savory with a hint of sweet and the flavor was perfectly balanced. The papaya salad laos style is also a standout. It's so flavorful, a little spicy, and comes with noodles! I would definitely order these two dishes again. The mango sticky rice was a bit sweet for me, but still delicious. The interior looked pretty cozy and the staff was very nice when we arrived. Would come back! read more

Champa garden is just everytime. Great food, super affordable. Big portions you cannot leave hungry. Love that they give a vegan option for the Thai tea for the lactose intolerant people! My friends and I got in about 45 minutes from closing so we were honestly just expecting to get take out and leave but they were so kind to accommodate us and we dined in. Wonderful service, charmingly decorated. Delicious 10/10 read more

Champa Garden - Beef Thai 17. Larp - Thai or Laos Style 30. Lue's Noodle Soup - Kaow Soy - Thai Near Me - Oakland, California

This is one of my go-to spots for Lao/thai food in Oakland. They are usually really busy so if you can make a reservation, it's best to to ensure you get a table. Either that, or order to go. If you can't, just be prepared to wait a bit, but just know, it'll be worth the wait! The restaurant is a decent size, clean, but the parking is pretty tricky as it's in a residential area. Service is pretty good. Everyone is really friendly and attentive. Again they are usually busy, so be patient with them. The menu has plenty of things to choose from. I usually order the appetizer sampler for the table. This comes with nam kao (crispy rice salad), Lao sausages, their eggrolls, and noodles with a side of fresh lettuce and mint, cilantro to make wraps as well as a dipping sauce. Everything is good but this last time I went, the eggrolls weren't as flavorful as they usually are. May have just had an off day. Another thing I usually order is the kao piak (chicken noodle soup) which is also really good. Comforting for this type of weather too. Honestly, anything I've ordered is usually good. Love this place! Been a staple for years! read more

Champa Garden - 14. Champa Sampler - Thai Near Me - Oakland, California

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I've had the pleasure of finally dining inside! I went on Valentines for dinner around 7pm there were a maybe 4 people head of us and we waited maybe less than 30minutes at most. They had a lot of menu items and it was so hard to choose. However while waiting to get seated I was reading an article posted in front of the store outside in recognition of there nam kaow. I definitely had to order that! It was really good! But I felt it did need some sort of fish sauce. The pad thai was delicious of course had to get it again & the portions are actually a lot more bigger in person vs online ordering. The house special was delicious, pretty saucy I'm glad the server suggested a side of white rice to soak up the sauce. All in all this is a solid thai spot and would love to try more things on the menu. read more

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Came with my group of friends right when they opened on Sunday and there were already a few parties ahead of us waiting! All the food was fresh, delicious, and made to order. Green curry was delicious and flavorful. The champa sampler was superb! A variety of different flavors and items on the tray itself. Portions were also big and great for sharing. Would recommend. read more

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Frequent customers Street parking Decorated well with plants and wall art Dim lit, small restroom but booming with business Waited 15min for a 6 seat table Ordered our usual Amazing taste and good portion read more

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Food - SUPER tasty thai food. ordered panang curry and pad se ew. everything was so flavorful and they also have mild option which is perfect for someone like me who can't eat too much spicy Service - super friendly staff! we got seated at the bar because they were so busy but service was prompt. Ambiance - cute little spot, hole in the wall, super nice and cozy read more

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Really long wait on a holiday night but worth it. Ordered the papaya salad Thai style. Good balance of citrus and vinegar. The chicken noodle soup Lao style was different than anything I've had. Quick thick and the noodles were thicker as well. Great flavor. My friend ordered the panang curry and that was the winner. Can't wait to come back and try more. read more

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Every item we ordered tonight actually all came out, and almost every dish was on point. Although it was busy tonight, everything came out quick and service was excellent. We ordered the chicken noodle soup with added ground pork, papaya salad, chicken pad thai, chicken wings, mango sticky rice, and thai tea. We dont usually order the chicken wings as often as other dishes, but every time we do, it's always so crispy and perfectly seasoned! The mango sticky rice is just okay though. The mangoes served with actually a little brown inside. read more

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We've done takeout a few times and recently went to dine in. All the times we've picked up, it's been pretty empty (or maybe 1-2 tables). However the night we chose to dine in the place was PACKED and there was a wait!! Lucky for us, they offered us bar seating and we avoided the wait! We decided to try their fried calamari and it SHOCKED US how big the app was and how good (and different ) it was!! They tempura battered the calamari AND it came with tempura veggies. My new fav appetizer ( but must be a dine in- I feel it'd get soggy if you got it take out). We also ordered the veggie clay pot - a staple in our order. I love glass noodles and the warm veggies are extremely comforting and remind me of a home cooked meal! We ordered one of their fried rices- I can't remember which one- it was good, standard fried rice. Nothing too fancy but consistent. And then last we got a fried catfish dish. Not the first thing I would have picked on the menu, but you can't go wrong with fried food and the stir fry sauce was delish! We will be back to dine in for that calamari AND to slowly make our way thru all the items on their menu! read more

Such a yummy dinner and a fun atmosphere. Jake found this restaurant and I just have to rave about it. The champa sampler had this crispy rice that worked so well with the sausage and I would 100% recommend and eat again. The chicken satay was cooked to perfection & had great flavor with the peanut sauce. We got the mango fried rice and curry were good staples as well- but I think I'd get pineapple next time. I tried the Thai iced tea with coconut milk for something new and have to highlight that service was phenomenal as well. Would recommend to anyone looking for a great dinner in both price and quality. We came at dinner time and waited less than 10 min for a seat and our food came quickly. Parking can be tricky because it's in a neighborhood, but not impossible! read more

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One of my favorite places to eat when I lived near Lake Merritt. The angel wings are to die for. I usually do takeout but it's a nice place to eat in as well, with friendly and caring staff. The various noodle soups are all delicious, as are the spring rolls. You really can't go wrong here. read more

I get my cravings for pad thai once in a while, and decided to check out Champa Garden when I saw they had duck as a protein option! Definitely don't see that often. The pad thai starts at $12.50 if you go for the classic protein options like chicken or beef, which is very affordable for a sit down meal these days. The duck, however, is a $5 add on. Considering how much of an increase it is compared to chicken here, I had much higher expectations. It wasn't abundantly loaded with meat or anything, and a lot of the pieces were more fat than meat. I definitely don't think it was worth $5 for the upgrade. The noodles itself also seemed more on the soft and overcooked side, and a bit too saucy. Wasn't my ideal texture. I also tried the Angel Wings ($13) since it seemed to be one of their popular specialty items. I personally just didn't think stuffed fried chicken is my thing. The outer crisp was great though! I'll probably just stick to classic chicken wings in the future. Overall, if you live in the area, this is a pretty decent spot for a casual budget friendly meal if you stick to the basics. read more

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Our party of 6 had no problem getting seating here. The waiting staff were very hospitable and our server successfully remembered our order of 9 items without writing it down. Khao Piak - 5 - the noodles were chewy and soft. Thick on the starchy side in a good way. Larp - 5 - Fresh appetizer. It pairs well when you wrap it in the provided lettuce with some sticky rice. Lao Papaya salad - 2 - It was strong on the fish and the papaya felt on the more soggy side. Overall not my cup of tea. Champa Sampler - 5 - the fried rolls were crunchy. As was the nam khao. I also enjoyed the sausage. Duck curry with eggplant - 4.5 - it has regular thai flavor to it and was solid. Chicken Satay - 4 - We enjoyed this as well, but nothing special to write home about. Basil Fried Rice - 5 - I liked it. read more

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Deli-cious! The food here taste super fresh and flavorful. You can't really go wrong with anything on the menu specially if Asian cuisine is a favorite of yours.. I should probably get specific here, but I just can't recall too many specific details besides the fact that this place was just Hella good but it has been a while since I've been here so maybe this is a reminder to come back and I'll update it then. Until then, enjoy! read more

Champa Garden is one of those neighborhood gems you end up craving weekly. Tucked away in East Oakland, it's a cozy spot serving up seriously delicious Lao, Thai, and Cambodian dishes. My friend and I went on a Saturday afternoon and was luckly seated right away. As we started to order was when it started to get packed. We ordered the Champa Sampler to share for the both of us. Do not skip on this dish. It's the perfect intro to their Lao-Thai dishes. We also ordered the Lao's Noodle Soup and I would highly recommend it! The staff is always friendly and welcoming, and the vibe is super casual which is great for both a quick lunch or a laid-back dinner with friends. They also do takeout really well if you're not in the mood to dine in. Portions are generous, prices are fair, and the food hits every time. Highly recommend if you're looking to explore Southeast Asian cuisine or just want a consistently great meal. read more

Champa Garden - 14. Champa Sampler - Thai Near Me - Oakland, California

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Been coming here since they opened, and was able to visit on a recent Wednesday for dinner. It wasn't good but we really tried to enjoy it anyway. The dining room had plenty of tables around 530 and was packed by 630. A large swell of noisy activity is always present near the door, consisting of take-out delivery services (which appear to be the main source of revenue). The staff pay almost all attention to take out. We had the Champa sampler, tom kha soup with shrimp, rice, and tea. We asked if they had coconut rice and due to what seemed like a misunderstanding, received a bowl of rice and a coconut with a straw to our table. The service was a major issue all night. Sampler platter was ok, but not amazing. Rice was old and clustered grains were too gelatinous and hard to eat. The small portion of noodles on the platter were also not prepared correctly-- they came out extremely gelled together so unfortunately we couldn't use them to make lettuce wraps. It came with mint but no cilantro or basil as advertised. It used to be a favorite but it needs more attention to detail to make it edible. Tom kha soup was sadly just fine but not well balanced, so it just tasted like a big bowl of sweet warm coconut milk. It lacked the balance of lime and fish oil, so it had really one note of sweet, so honestly it tasted pretty bad. I make this soup at home, and always order it when out. We barely finished one cup and the rest just sat there. Bevs: one hot tea, jasmine, and another item says red or green tea with no description. After asking the server, she said it was red or green tea. I like green tea so I got the green one, but it was actually like an ultra ultra sugary sweet bright green melon candy with a layer of condensed milk. The server did say it was tea but I really doubt it-- it seemed more like a kids drink. I bet a child would love it, but I had to leave it bc, diabetes. Which brings the main summary-- in house dining is very under staffed. We didn't have a dedicated server, and it showed. We had to go find people to help us place an order, get some rice, get a to-go box (we asked three different people over about 40 min). The questions we had were largely unanswered and we felt pretty forgotten the whole time, so when we needed things we just could have them. Definitely poor service. I would not recommend the sampler or the tom kha soup-- would not recommend eating here-- and felt disappointed with our experience. read more

Champa Garden - Coconut that arrived next to a bowl of rice when we asked if they had coconut rice. - Thai Near Me - Oakland, California

Absolutely wonderful food! Wonderful front counter staff who are accommodating to modifying your order. I wanted carrots and mushrooms added to my yellow shrimp curry and it was no problem Ambiance is okay...never eaten there, only go for take out. Parking can be difficult. read more

We purchased the Basil Fried Rice, with beef, Pumpkin Curry with chicken, and the House Special which is fried catfish with eggplant, basil, and bell pepper in their house special sauce. Everything was delicious, and the service exceptional. Our water glasses we're not allowed to be empty. The dining room is simple. The only things I would've wanted different is for the Pumpkin to be a bit softer in the curry, and the beef a bit more tender 0and seasoned in the rice, but everything was still good, prices reasonable, and when I'm in Oakland I would definitely visit again. read more

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Very authentic and delicious food. I've been going here for at least 10 years and it's still just as good. I would have never known about this place had I not been taken there. It's tucked away off main streets. read more

This is an amazing Thai Lao restaurant! I tried almost everything in the menu and every single dish is delicious ! They are also quick to serve in any day of the week! The service is excellent, they are very kind, accommodating , considerate and respectful with their clients!!!! Thumbs up for this place! I go there very often and if I don't have the time to go then I DoorDash it! read more

Wow, this blew our minds and was so delicious and more affordable than most other spots in Oakland! So glad they are doing well and successful. Only the sampler made it to the photo before we focused on devouring everything else. The red curry soup with chicken was delicious and a huge portion. I got an eggplant dish with bell peppers and beef. I think some of these dishes could've been spicier but at least there are a lot of sauce options so you can add to it. Drunken noodles were also good. I can't believe I wanted this long to try this Oakland staple but I will definitely return! It can get busy even on weekday nights, there was no wait when we arrived maybe around 6:30 on a Tuesday, but quickly a line formed outside. read more

Champa Garden - Champa sampler - Thai Near Me - Oakland, California

Their Laos tacos are amazing! I order from Champa regularly. I usually call in for pickup so my order is ready. Portions are generous.

Authentic Thai/lao food. Service is always great. The resultant is cozy warm and comfy Parking is so so Recommend to call to check the waitlist before pulling up or you could be waiting outside in the cold. Always my go to spot for when I miss my grandparents cooking. read more

the food was great and my female waitresses was lovely! although the male worker ignored us completely and walked away when we asked for service. The overall vibe and ambiance was very chill and welcoming. read more

A local favorite with all your fav Lao/Thai dishes on the menu. If you've never been, highly recommend the Champa Sampler. It's a great solo dish, or appetizer to share, since you get some imperial rolls, lao sausage and nam khao. I love the dipping sauce that comes with this too. They serve it all with some lettuce/herbs, perfect to wrap and dip! Another fav of mine are the angel wings. These are whole wings, deboned, and stuffed with egg roll filling. Served with a sweet chili sauce, it's another yummy snack/app/entree to a main dish. A lot of people come for their noodle soups, like kasoy, kao piak, etc. The soups are flavorful and rich, super hearty, and served in giant bowls. TBH I think they give you waaaaaayyy more soup to noodle ratio but the flavor is there, so they get a pass. Spice rack on every table, so you can sauce up your food which ever way you want. Champa is an Oakland gem, and a must visit if you're ever craving some Lao/Thai food. read more

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Interesting experience.. other restaurants have Angel Wings but it's like this fried chicken covered in this sweet, sticky sauce. The Angel Wings here are stuffed chicken wings.. what is the truth?! Unfortunately, I do prefer the former over the latter. It wasn't bad by any means; I just love more protein. I did enjoy their pla panang, crispy catfish with panang curry. Should've spent a bit more for rice but I was a bit too cheap. read more

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I've now tried this place 4 times -- because the reviews are so good and I figure I must be wrong -- but nope, it sucks. I've tried egg rolls, curry, stir fries. There's not one dish that makes me want to go back. Yelp is wrong about the 4 stars. read more

It had been awhile since I had picked up food at Champa but it never ceases to amaze me! Fast service, amazing and delicious food as always and hand delivered with a smile earlier than promised! read more

The food was so authentic and delicious! The service was great and they were helpful and explaining my allergies.! I'll definitely be back! read more

Champa Garden - Thai Near Me - Oakland, California

A hidden gem in Oakland with flavorful, fast and affordable food! The portions are large and the food is very tasty. The appetizer with the sausage and fried onions with a dipping sauce was so delicious and I highly recommend ordering! What I love about the appetizers is that it includes fresh veggies and herbs especially the lettuce wraps. The freshness really cuts the heaviness of the meat. The catfish curry was sweet and savory! Nice fried pieces of catfish with veggies. The pad see ew was typical and something you can get anywhere so I recommend getting the specialty dishes! Definitely will be coming back for some Asian comfort food at a good price! read more

My go to dishes here are the Angel Wings (stuffed chicken wings) and Crispy Pork Belly. They never disappoint. However, I tried some new items this past visit. The Lao Sausages ended up being all fat/no pork, and the Fried Spring Rolls ended up being filled with 98% glass noodles and a microscopic amount of pork (see uploaded pic). There's a Viet spot in SF I've been to where the fried Spring Rolls are filled with 98% meat. These two places should collaborate to make the perfectly balanced fried spring rolls. read more

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SO GOOD!! We ordered takeout right before closing and they still accommodated us, which we really appreciated. Everything we got was delicious. Angel Wings (10/10): My absolute favorite! Super tender and packed with what tastes like spring roll filling -- so flavorful and perfectly cooked. Champa Sampler (9/10): Comes with veggies for wrapping, which was a nice touch. The sausage was just okay, but the vinegar dipping sauce that comes with it was amazing. Basil Fried Rice (9/10): Perfectly balanced spice level -- not too overwhelming, but enough to keep it interesting. Pad Mah Kuer (10/10): A spicy eggplant dish with a smoky flavor that lingers -- seriously addictive. Since we only got takeout, I can't comment much on dining in, but the place looks like a legit, cozy Asian restaurant -- not too big, but packed with flavor. Also, bonus points: they're generous with their sauces! Def an Oakland gem and would recommend to check out! read more

Champa Garden is certainly a place you hear about by word of mouth by Bay Area locals both for how tasty it is and its affordability. Came here on a weekday afternoon for lunch and there was plenty of seating. The menu is pretty large so there's a lot of options to satisfy your palate for whatever Thai or Lao dish you're feeling like. For 2 people we shared a Pad Thai and Duck Curry and it was definitely a bit more than enough food. Both dishes were rich and flavorful--the Duck Curry had a classic flavor to it with pieces of duck and lots of veggies. I actually don't even like Pad Thai usually, but this Pad Thai was great--it wasn't overly sweet like some tend to make it and it had the right amount of tang and balance to it to make you want to keep eating it. Sidebar: I actually really appreciate that the bean sprouts were on the side for the Pad Thai because I'm a little bean-sprout intolerant (yes, I know I need to grow up) but you may want to consider asking about it if you want it incorporated. Service was quick, friendly, and attentive! Parking was doable although for a weekday afternoon there was a good amount of cars in the residential area taking up spots. Highly recommend to try this place when you're in the area! read more

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I have visited this east Oakland Thai restaurant a few times before. It's in a neighborhood surrounded primarily homes except for a liquor store across the corner. Feels very homey. I had ordered the Pad See We with Thai Iced Tea. The food came out in short order. The pad see ew was a bit sparse in my opinion with chucks of broccoli, need to doctored up with chili sauce to brighten the taste. Thai ice tea was sweet. I guess I should be more adventurous in my selection. Overall, I was filled and in future visit I will try a different dish read more

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We went on Saturday Night around 8pm and it was packed. We put our name on the list and waited about 15 minutes till a party leaf and we were seated. The dining room is small and holds around 10 tables, give or take a few. We ordered the appetizer sampler and the stir-fried egg plant. We could have just got the sampler. It was huge and enough food for 2 meals. We ate all of our leftovers for lunch the next day. The sampler comes with a crispy rice, sausage, egg rolls with glass noodles inside, a peanut sauce and lettuce, basil, mint and other greens to wrap everything in. My favorite was the crispy rice. It was so tasty and the texture was great and it worked great rolled up in the lettuce. If you finish your greens they are happy to give you a refill. I saw another table getting a refill. They have a table that can easily fit 6 people, or it's 2 tables put together, either way the large group was happy to wait for that table than trying to squeeze into a table for 4. Parking is tight. The restaurant is located in the middle of a neighborhood and parking is street parking. We were super lucky and got a space right in front. Good thing we have a tiny car. They do have a spot set aside for pick up only. That was good to see as they had the same amount or even more take out orders while we were there. There was a steady stream of people picking up their order and delivery services picking orders for others. When we go back I'd just stick with one dish. I would order the appetizer sampler as the whole dinner. It was very tasty and fun new dish. I looked around and it seems like most tables got the appetizer sampler. read more

Champa Garden - Sampler - Thai Near Me - Oakland, California