This location dont just serves water refills only, they have one of the best papaya salad too! I personally love the Lao style papaya salad more because of the strong umami padek and shrimp paste that create such a rich and flavorful dressing. And this little hidden gem seriously serves one of the best Lao style papaya salads in town!
PAPAYA SALAD ($10 PER ODER) ::
The flavor is bold, refreshing, and packed with that perfectly balance of spicy, sweet, sour, and deep savory umami taste. They shaved the green papaya fresh for a couple orders for the day. It stays mainly fresh and crunchy for each batch. The papaya just soaks up all of the delicious flavors perfectly.
PROS :
She only sqeeze in fresh lime juice instead of leaving the lime skins in the salad. I recommend not throwing lemon skins in your papaya which could turn your papaya salad supper bitter for leftovers.
CONS :
They do not serve peanuts due to allergies.
RATE : 5/5
INTERRIOR ::
The shop itself is simple and is a little outdated, but they honestly adds to the hidden gem feeling. They mainly focus on water refills, but also sells a little bit of stuff on the side. Such as papaya salad, drinks, bobas, and ice creams. RATE : 2/5
SERVICE ::
The Hmong couples that own this little shop may seems strict, but they are sincere and clearly care about their business and customers. And on a note, no public restrooms available for guest. RATE : 3/5
OVERALL ::
If you love authentic Lao style papaya salad with bold and intense flavors, this place is absolutely worth trying! I'll definitely come back for more; preorders, catering, and cravings! And definitely will be recommending this place for their Lao style papaya salad! read more