Langbaan: Blown away by this experience and the omakase, attention and care put together by this team. Entering Langbaan is like journeying to a traditional Thai home. The dimly lit greens and wood beams provide an intimate setting for your meal experience. The staff is attentive and wonderful; they take care to explain the menu and enjoy the experience. Each course is inspired by Thai cuisine and local ingredients. You will have a hard time deciding which standout plate tops them all. Thai food to me is very flavorful: coconut milk, nuts, spices. I particularly enjoyed the "Jook" - an amazing multi-textured, multi-flavored dish using octopus and pomegranate. It was an experience I'd never tasted before. It's not strictly Thai, but honors the innovation and palette of Thai culture. It's a sensory feast. Langbaan is a can't miss, if you're in Portland and want to taste something unique, but familiar- and yet, distinctly Portland. Food: 5/5 Value: 5/5 Experience: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Ambience: 5/5 Good for: Fancy dinner. Celebrating. Authenticity: 4/5 Recommends: Giving yourself over to the experience. Notes: read more

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Really excellent food! Really excellent service. I tend to be harder on places that are more expensive because at that price point, you kinda demand being wined and dined and this place really delivers. All staff were friendly and knowledgeable. This evening was a 14 (!) course progression, like all my childhood favorites served with a twist and a smile. There was nostalgia presented in a new way. There was the burn your face off curry. Oh and I waited like a month to get in here. Worth the hype? Yes of course. read more

Food was more on the spicy side even if they tell you upfront it's NOT spicy at all. For the price, I'd rather have some of the appetizers as the main meal rather than the whole 12? Course meal. Halfway thru the meal I stopped eating because it was way too spicy for me. I got so full drinking water. The service was great and quick. The little plates were plenty and they were cleared accordingly. The narrative of each meal was perfect but if it's not going to agree with one's tastebuds then only the ears got satisfied. It was incredibly dark inside too so you could barely appreciate the presentation. Sorry NOT for me. read more

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Welp, I was expecting more for "the best restaurant in America." LOVED the starters (shrimp, scallop, mussel) Went down hill after that. And the food came out SOOO painfully slowly (45 min between courses). The entree was 2 shrimp and 2 thin, small slices of Thai pork. We ended with a beautiful dessert, but did not feel that meal was worth $125. read more

Wow.... Where do I begin. This was AMAZING. Different, but a good different. Things to note: It is a fixed menu. And no modifications. They do reach out to you to ask if anyone in your party has any allergies. 20% gratuity is added onto total We arrived right at 6pm, we got seated right away. We did have 3 different servers help us. (Sad I didn't get all of their names) but they were all amazing! Very knowledgeable about each item in the menu, the ingredients, and they even tell you what wine pairs nicely with each set of courses. I wish I can explain each dish and each taste, but I'd be writing an essay! Lol Great ambiance. Very chill and casual. No need to dress up. Dark. And just a great mood overall. Definitely come with people who are open to trying new things and value good food and don't complain about the price! Overall an amazing food experience. read more

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Dining at Langbaan is a journey over a destination. The food experience is truly a ride for the senses that is delivered with careful precision, along with gentle and generous knowledge of course and pairings from an expert wait staff. It feels friendly and inviting and never ever disappoints! read more

Best Thai food outside of Bangkok. Do not miss if you love food, the best is they have Thai liquor and the pairing is unique and phenomenal

After my seating and hospitality incident in my last visit, the restaurant reached out to me and offered a future dinner to make up for that visit. I waited until I could get reservations for a table instead of the bar (still a bit PTSD about it), and went to dinner this month when they were doing their new menu called "Celebrations" to mark their success over the years. I was just glad to have a normal table and chair (but I will note that they did have bar stools at the proper height and people seemed to be enjoying their time at the bar). With no worries about my accommodations, I could focus on the food. While there are some things similar from the last time, there were also a few different items that I felt were more successful this time than the last. For the standards, you always gets the bits of miang som (shrimp on betel leaf) and kanom krok (Hokkaido scallop in coconut cream in a crispy rice cup). These are both my favorite for their burst of flavors and texture in the mouth. In terms of the rest of the meal, you get a few other dishes before you get to the main, where it's a fun "family style" presentation of three dishes served with special rice, coming all together, which is different than most tasting menus where you're served one course at a time. Some of my favorites were the beef brisket in panang curry and the dish of fermented chicken served cold with ginger and cabbage salad. The chef doesn't hold back on spice or Southeast Asian funk, which to me makes the dishes feel really authentic (although to be honest I've never been to Thailand, it's just taste like I'm transported there). Overall, the tasting presentation is like how I remember when I first tried the Royal Thai tasting back in their tiny spot next to Paadee. I like that they change their menu every two months so things don't get too predictable. read more

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Langban was pretty good and the service was very friendly and down to earth. Me and my partner did the tasting menu and I thought that Kanom Krok with the scallops was easily the best dish of the night. It was so flavorful and creamy that I regretted that I finished the bite so fast. I think that the appetizers were the star of the menu and that all the other dishes were quite forgettable. Not bad, but not phenomenal as I didn't really feel that there were any particular stand outs. For the final main dish, there was a curry for "family style" but while it was nicely presented, I just didn't think there was anything special or out of the ordinary for something that commanded the price of a tasting menu. It was also a bit too spicy for my own palette. Regardless, it was a fun experience and might be worth it if you are a fan of Thai food in a slightly elevated context. read more

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Wow wow wow!! What an epic experience. Came to visit some family and they were raving about their previous visit so you know I had to try. We snagged a 8:45 seating on Sat and it was worth every penny. Service was wonderful and the dishes were spectacular. Every dish was beautiful and very well thought out. All the components complemented each other, nothing overwhelming or over powering. read more

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Overall Very Good = about 4.5 Star... given the price point it needs something more to get to 5.0 The food was very good, most courses shined with only one let down (the Mussels were so weirdly fishy). Favorites were the scallop dish, crab plate and the spicy shrimp that we wrapped in lettuce. About a dozen small plates in all. Spice level varied from cool to medium hot - nothing over the top. The desserts were decent - but not stupendous. My friend did the paired wines - the first few were wright on target, however, the last couple didn't pair well... I'd stick to the one off cocktails (avoiding the martini with olive, fried shallots and onion)... just strange. Service was solid and pacing of courses was good. We had to remind them of the wine pairing. Ambiance: Casual, tables, bar and booth seating. Relatively close proximity to others - so it can be a bit loud. Cost: Will run you $400 - $500+ for two depending on if you pair wines or how many cocktails you try. 20% Gratuity included automatically. Parking on a weeknight was easy on the street - not sure about weekend. read more

This is one of the best eating experiences I've had in Portland. The decor here is very approachable and comfortable. The staff here is extremely nice and knowledgeable about what they are serving. We wanted for nothing during our visit. Truly great service. The drink menu was fun and creative. We especially like the Tricked Out Hyundai and the Paper Tiger. But let's talk about the menu. Omg. This menu ran the gauntlet. Let me be clear: everything on the tasting menu was great. The standouts for this menu were the soup, the curry, the Nam Prik, and (possibly the craziest) was the Kanom Krok. The only weak point were the oysters we added to the menu. Thee we granita didn't add to the oyster, it subtracted. It does seem that granita on oysters is on trend for PDX and I'm not living for it. I can see why it's so hard getting a reservation here. This place is a must try. read more

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Langbaan 3.5 stars A special tasting menu at select times inside Phucket Cafe. Inspired by Issan Let me start by saying everything on the menu was good but the main dishes didn't really agree with my palate so for the price I'll take Phucket Cafe. The appetizers and desserts I would fight a pack of wild Yorkies for on a daily basis! Service, atmosphere and portions were perfect. Kanom Krock (scallops in lemongrass coconut cream) is something I've never experienced but wish I could every day of my life. Simply amazing Rice Khao Lam (sticky rice pudding with strawberries) was the perfect blend of savory and sweet and added a refreshing end to a perfectly portioned meal. Also they were so accommodating for food allergies (you HAVE to let them know a few days in advance) Overall (and a half) Service Atmosphere @langbaanpdx #travelportland #pdxeater #pdx #portland #restauranteurexplorators #eats #pdxfoodbloggers #portlandoregon read more

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Langbaan reservations are much more difficult to secure than most other high end restaurants in Portland, so I was extremely excited to be able to come in for dinner with friends last month. My first impression was that the ambiance was beautiful. I loved their dinnerware selection and all of the food was presented beautifully. The service was absolutely outstanding. We had a slight hiccup in the beginning where a dish full of the previous guest's food was left on our table. Strange, but not a huge deal at all. Accidents happen. We had all but forgotten about it when our server was kind enough to offer us the $45 wagyu on the house to apologize for the oversight. It was absolutely delicious with a lovely melt in your mouth texture. They also took great care to explain every dish in great detail as it was served. I loved how the entree portion of the meal was served family style. The curry was amazing and I haven't been able to stop thinking about it since. I thoroughly enjoyed 90% of what was served to us, but there were one or two dishes that missed the mark. One of them included what I believe was pork knuckle, and the texture was not enjoyable at all. Very chewy and gelatinous with little flavor. I also felt that the dessert portions were a bit underwhelming. Overall, I enjoyed this meal quite a bit, but the food itself didn't quite meet my expectations for the price point compared to some other high end restaurants I've tried in the area. Since the menu changes frequently, I'm sure I'll come back again one day to give it another try. read more

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It's hard to give a review knowing their menu rotates regularly and my review is only reflective of the meal we had for their May-June menu. My husband and I are not picky eaters but thought most of their menu tasted pretty unbalanced and skewed towards the acidic/spicy side. I wish there were a few more accompaniments that were a little more bland and definitely felt my stomach getting upset during the meal. Service was wonderful and it was cool to hear the inspiration and little details of each dish. Overall, for the price point we were not blown away and really only enjoyed about half of the meal. read more

We had a fabulous meal at Langbaan. We were seated inside at a comfortable table. My adult kid coveted the glassware. We started with their superb cocktails. The first bite to the table was beautiful and amazingly flavorful as was each dish that followed. The cocktails seemed to be crafted so that they worked well will the dishes. The service flowed and the servers were excellent. I'm so glad we visited. My spouse is still talking about the meal and cocktails. read more

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Dark, romantic, intimate setting. The prix fixe meal was superb, from the beginning to the end. The Beat Beat Revelation cocktail was so good! If it's cold out and you're not dressed very warm, you may want to avoid picking the table behind the curtains adjacent to the host table (the key sign is a portable heater on the table). The door is frequently opened to serve guests outside. I was fine but could see where this would be a problem for some. The oysters don't come with the prix fixe, but is definitely worth getting it added on. The dessert with the popcorn, caramel, mochi left me asking for more. read more

Langbaan - oysters - Thai Near Me - Portland, Oregon

In Portland for the long weekend and my partner surprised me with a reservation at Langbaan for my birthday. It was already packed when we got to the restaurant. The ambiance of the restaurant was very hip and they had a bar as well as a chefs counter. We did the set menu experience. All of the dishes had an interesting twist to it with heavy Chinese influence but most of the dishes were unfortunately underwhelming. My favorite dish of the night had to be the Pla Muek Oh Woon Sen. It came with Cuttlefish, glass noodles, radish, mustard greens, shiitake & potato chips. It was delicious & flavorful. I also enjoyed the coconut ice cream dessert that was refreshing. Overall, a cool experience but most likely just a one time visit for me. read more

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There are many meals that you can have in Portland, and this one is one of the best! This restaurant only does two seatings per night, and for a flat rate, they bring out plate after plate of different dishes. Every time you come here, you'll experience something new and get a taste of what's recently inspired the chef. Every dish will make you melt. You will try things that you would have never imagined. Last night we had a dessert where we tasted incense. That's right, you read me correctly--incense!!! It's hard to get into this place, but it's well worth the wait! You'll likely need to reserve a spot at least a few weeks in advance. I would have taken more photos but I was too lost in the experience of it all! read more

Langbaan - Thai Near Me - Portland, Oregon

This went beyond my expectations. Though definitely pricy, it was well worth it to have the best meal of my entire life.

"Langbaan," the Thai word for 'back of the house', is an intimate dining room tucked beautifully in the space with Phuket Café . For a long time now I had tried getting reservations and was actually lucky to get one for my birthday dinner . Reservations open up a month in advance and fill up fast due to limited seating and timings or because the food is phenomenal . Each month, the revolving prix fixe menu features, anything but typical Thai "street food" highlighting the flavors and cuisines of Thailand and this month the focused on the Muslim communities in Thailand . Its an 11 course dinner and the menu mostly has 1-2 bite courses, but by the time you are done you would be discreetly loosening your pant buttons . The menu changes seasonally so I wont get into the details of that but I must say that it blend old-school Thai dishes with modern ideas and Oregon seasonality. You might find yourself spooning into a bone marrow slathered in basil seeds or a curry that will blow your mind away . The food is truly artistic at this place . My favorite was the Dtom Som Plaa - a soup so good , I feel like they should open a restaurant just to sell that . They had a wine pairing but we opted to get cocktails and were very pleased with our choices . The drinks complimented the food and may I add even enhanced the whole experience . The staff was knowledgeable and deserve every single bit of praise . They worked together in unison like an orchestra and one dish after the other just kept popping up on our table . Each dish comes with a story on its preparation and ingredients and the staff ensures to tell it with so much fun no matter how many times an evening they narrate it. The only thing that I did not enjoy is the seating. If I am paying such a high price for a meal I would expect to perhaps be seated comfortably . The bar seating was just obnoxious and the door right behind us opened every 5 minutes and the cold gush of wind kind of ruined things ever so often . It had snowed in Portland that day and needles to add it was CHILLY. Overall I would recommend this place to everyone . It truly is one of the best tasting menu restaurants in Portland and deserves every bit of hype it gets . read more

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Call me crazy, but if you blow $500 on a dinner for two, you should not walk out of the restaurant still hungry. Not joking, we stopped and got Chinese takeout on the way home. A couple of the items in the tasting were good, and left us wishing they gave us more than two bites of it. Nothing else was particularly special or memorable. It seems like their focus is less on flavor, and more on cramming a half-dozen obscure ingredients into two bites... then covering it with five-spice. The staff was friendly enough, I guess. I had heard so much about this place, and was really looking forward to finely trying it, I really wish I had more positive things to say. read more

Best Thai restaurant this side of the pacific - and I've been to hundreds. Eating at chef's counter is the place to be.

YUM! We had a reservation over a year ago pre-covid that we had to cancel and since they've been closed we were stoked to finally be able to try Langbann! They do have an outdoor patio area that is walk in and first come, but we opted to order ahead via doordash for pickup so we didn't have to wait and could ensure we had our order at the time we wanted for dinner. You can order the day or morning of for scheduled pick up which was nice and they had our food ready by the estimated time, even with the line out the door. THANK YOU! I would definitely recommend doing this or trying to make reservations (if they do) since the tables were all full and the line was a couple groups long. ______________________ | WHAT WE GOT | + MIANG SOM (Navel orange, shrimp, herbs, peanuts, coconut, betel leaf) - Great starter and super light! + KANOM KROK (Scallop, galangal, coconut cream, lemongrass, lime leaf, crispy rice cup) - I enjoyed the crispy rice cup and the coconut cream added some sweetness with the cirtus flavors in the meal + KHAO OB PED - Nicely cooked duck and the crispy rice was flavorful. The veggies added a nice palette cleanser. + PUFFY STICKY RICE - Yum! Loved this and the crispy rice. The tamarind and mix of the sauces added some nice tangy flavor with the chilies. + SEAFOOD FILLED DUMPLINGS - They were perfectly plumped with plenty of filling. The filling was flavorful and great crisp at the bottom of the dumpling. + SEAFOOD DUMPLING SOUP - Nice variation of the filled dumplings. The soup was light and the shrimp and dumplings had great flavor that wasn't too heavy. + SHORT RIB NOODLE CURRY - The most savory of the dishes! The short rib was fall off the bone and the ramen noodles were great to catch the curry. The curry was spicy and added nice heat but was balanced with the sauces provided. + SHRIMP CHIP - Insta worthy shrimp chip and with sesame seeds that added a nice crunch. The jam they has a fermented flavor but is lighter than a standard shrimp paste with some additional sweetness. ______________________ I really enjoyed the menu with all the variety and how the items were perfect to share so you can try a bit of everything. Overall all items were soo tasty! I don't think I didn't like anything and each brought their own unique flavor combinations to the meal. Even when taking it to go they were be sure to label everything and attach cards to let you know how to enjoy the different items together and how to heat up the items at home. My faves were the: Miang som, puffy sticky rice, seafood filled dumplings, and khao ob ped! Honestly we were stuffed splitting all items between two people but still had enough to eat for leftovers the next day. Great restaurants to go with a group and try various items! read more

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I'm late to the party, but better late than never. The Oregonian has called this one of America's "finest" Thai restaurants. Fortunately, some friends snagged a reservation for a Saturday night. They have 2 seatings and we arrived on time for the 8:45pm seating. They moved to this location last year and my friends said the space is bigger, but still has a cozy feeling. We were quickly seated upon arrival. Water was brought quickly and I started with the "Tricked-Out Hyundai" cocktail; Black Pepper Vodka, Haldi Doodh, Cacao, Galliano, Coconut H2O, Coconut Cream. Delicious. I could not wait for the meal to begin. November's menu is "inspired by Muslim Communities" and 12 bites/courses were provided. (We added a couple specials;the oysters and wagyu.) We ordered the wine pairing, as well. Every dish was delectable and presentation was beautiful. In addition, the wine selections complemented the dishes perfectly. Miang som: cara cara orange, shrimp, peanuts, coconut, betel leaf, fish sauce caramel. Perfect bite to get started. Kanom krok: Hokkaido scallop, coconut cream, lemongrass, lime leaf, crispy rice cup. Delicious. I loved this. Plaa Hang Tang-mo: bite of aged & pickled mackerel, melon, sumac, Thai chili Dtom Som Plaa: frangrant soup of butterfish, spices, tomatoes, red onion, crispy rice noodle. Fish sauce always means a comfort dish for me and it was delicious. Yum Goong Mung Gone: Lobster tail, flatbread, romanesco, yellow curry butternut squash, finger lime. Yum Hang Wua: Oxtail with bone marrow, chanterelle & trumpet mushroom, lentils, tendon chips. Delicious. I usually find bone marrow too rich, but when mixed with the mushrooms, etc. it was wonderful. Gang Gari Gar: Lamb shank, potato, sweet pea, red pepper in gang garb curry. A big hit with our table. I don't think there was a bite left. Srang Wah Nahm Budu: Relish of catfish, albacore belly, apple and greens. Plaa Gor Lae: Idaho red trout, radish, radicchio, betel Khan Bu-rhi: Turmeric rice with masala powder. Kanom Pia: Saffron rose tart, pistachio & mung bean, quince. Khao New Piak: Rice pudding, coffee semifreddo, dried fruit, crispy rice noodle. Looks like tofu, but of the two sweet items, I preferred this one and the crispy rice gave it that crunch in your bite. Service was excellent. Servers were friendly, knowledgeable, and attentive. Cannot wait to return and bring others along for the adventure. read more

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Incredible night at Langbaan. Each plate was like an explosion of flavor - so complex and piquant. Loved how knowledgeable the staff were in explaining their pairings. The service was exceptional and you can feel the passion they have towards making your experience unforgettable. The space is very intimate with around 8-10 tables in doors. You can really take your time with your meal and do not feel rushed whatsoever. My favorite part of the night was ending it with two of the most incredible desserts we've ever tasted - a sweet ending to the perfect evening. read more

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An 11 course Thai testing menu in Portland, Langbaan brings you for a night in Thailand. They are reservation only (Resy) and are open a few nights a week. Their reservations open on the 15th of each month for the following month. For 11 courses at $125 per person, you definitely get full and it is worth the money. The staff is all extremely knowledgeable about the food and the history of the dish. Each dish comes with a story on its preparation and ingredients. The staff and their hospitality were a highlight of the night. But here's why I gave them 3 stars. I found a worm in my food. It was the minced beef lettuce wrap, and there was a worm in the lettuce. Okay no big deal, but it was the way the staff handled the incident that was offputting. After alerting a staff member, she looked at it and simply responded with "Oh our ingredients are really fresh". Obviously! But she only proceeded to give me a new plate and utensils. There were no suggestions as to remake the dish or apologize? I wasn't looking to get my meal for free, but a simple apology or even a suggestion on giving us new lettuce would've been nice. Maybe since the courses are all prie fixe, the kitchen may have already portioned out all the dishes, they don't have extra to remake something? Not sure, but the way the situation was handled and seemingly brushed off did not seem professional. Aside from that, everything else was great! Some dishes were spicy even after we told them about spice sensitivities in our party. Innovative, authentic, and creative, Langbaan is an unique Thai experience that is worth trying! read more

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Can't speak a ton on this because it was a while ago but wow this was a crazy and memorable dining experience. Hadn't done a tasting menu like this before but I was struck just how good everything was it was definitely on another level compared to that of other places I've been. Definitely the best service I've ever had at a restaurant as well as they walk you through each and every item you get and the kitchen is also open so you can see them prepare your food. Super intimate as they only do a couple seatings a night and the building is smallish. Also even though the portions were small they give you bigger items at the end which is so nice. Definitely amazing even though it is expensive. read more

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Fantastic place and services. The food was amazing and I will definitely recommend it to anyone who is looking for the best sushi place. read more

Apart from the oyster supplement, soup and the scallop ( which could have been more balanced with less coconut cream) everything else was mid to bad. $450 later including an auto gratuity of 20% - not worth it. Outrageous that a tasing menu would cost that much with ingredients that were not exotic, it's pretty much a cash grab. read more

I have been wanting to go here for years. Reservation was always months ahead and didn't really have anyone to go with. Definitely was fortunate enough to try here last night. Because of the pandemic, LB does not take reservation and it was first come first serve. To ensure a table, we came at 4:50 on a Saturday and was seated instantaneously at the patio. After 5, we noticed a lot of people starting to get seated and a bit afterwards it was a 45 min wait. We got Fried Fermented Short Rib, Miang Som, Seafood Filled Dumplings, and Khao Pod Yang (Grilled corn rib). One of our favorites was the Miang Som. It is a must. The texture is complex, the flavor is light, and betel leaf wrap made eating it a breeze. We actually ordered another one after we ate everything b/c it was just that good. The Khao Pod Yang is our next favorite. It was actually okay. cutting the corns in strips made it easy to eat, but the spices was nothing out of the ordinary. The Dumpings, while perfectly pan fried with a perfect amount of seafood stuffing, the soy sauce mixture was very salty, and I was disappointed by it. Lastly, the Fried Fermented Short Rib is definitely a good option for those who are meat lovers. It was crispy but not oily. Overall, a very great experience, and can't wait to try its sister restaurant! read more

After living in Portland for several years, I was thrilled to have the opportunity to finally dine at Langbaan. It truly was a special dining experience. Even though I am not usually a fan of bar dining, it was fun to sit at the Chef's table and see the dishes get prepped. All the dishes were beautiful and elegantly prepared, and tasty. The pork knuckle soup stood out in particular - it is hands down the best soup I have ever had. I also really enjoyed the charcoal grilled chicken, scallop in coconut cream and crispy rice cup, Pekin duck, halibut in coconut curry, and moji ice cream. I do not care for mussels and so was not a huge fan of the "salad" course with pickled mussel, but that's my personal taste. My only criticism is that most the main dishes were rather spicy, and it seemed that the night we were dining the dishes were more spicy than usual. Am definitely looking forward to the next opportunity to dine at Langbaan - thank you for a lovely evening and meal! read more

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The food was amazing, and the service was great. The atmosphere is a tad on the casual side, but it was very comfortable. The appetizers in general were especially amazing. Towards the end of the meal, some of the tastes were a little on the repetitive side, but they were so good, that didn't really bother me. Thai food can be very hot, but most of the dishes here were on the mild side by Thai standards. Most people will probably appreciate this, although hot pepper aficionados might be disappointed. One nice thing too was the wine pairings which were tasty and reasonably priced. There seems to be a trend at higher end restaurants to charge exorbitant prices for wine tastings, so I appreciated this. If you like Thai food, I would highly recommend giving Langbaan a try! read more

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The food is elevated southern thai flavors. It hits the mark on flavors (sweet, sour, spicy) and as a thai person, the spirit of the dishes were there. Although not recognizable at first, the flavor profile and succession of dishes are well timed and thought out. read more

Langbaan is my new favorite restaurant in Portland! I had a wonderful time here and highly recommend sitting at the chef's counter to watch all the action in the kitchen. Service was good, the food was excellent, though slightly on the salty side and not quite hot enough for my taste. Be prepared to spend about 3 hours enjoying the full experience. read more

Langbaan means "back of the house" and is tucked away inside the restaurant Paadee. It is a small space that is very intimate and cozy. However, our server informed us that after 7 years of being here - they will be moving to a more spacious location in northeast Portland (this upcoming fall) so we were glad we were able to check out the original spot. Our reservation was at 5:30 pm on a Sunday evening. We were the first ones to arrive so we were able to be seated right by the kitchen counter. Each tasting menu is priced at $105. They have a wine pairing option but I decided to get one of their cocktails and a glass of rose instead. The current menu was inspired by Yaowarat (Bangkok Chinatown). Being half Thai, I am very familiar with the traditional ingredients and it was interesting to see the chefs transform classic dishes into something so unique. Out of the 12 courses, highlights of the night were the first 3 "snack" items (miang som, kanom krok, and kanom pa na goong mung korn) and the chuu chee nuea. The layers of flavors in each dish was spectacular. However, I think they fell a little short in the middle. I wasn't too impressed with the khao tom or "yum". There was like 20 grains of rice in the rice soup and the Chinese doughnut was basically a large crouton. I felt like there was way too much going on with the yum goong sod. There was a deep fried prawn head, salmon roe, jellyfish, Chinese sausage, and an assortment of American vegetables. I understand that they are trying to be creative but it was way off and far from authentic. It lacked the sweet, spicy, sour taste that a traditional yum would have. The desserts were fine. First one reminded me of a pineapple upside down cake. Although the portion sizes looks small, it was actually very filling! Service was excellent. We had an overall good experience, would come back to try the other seasonal menus. read more

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I was not a fan, at all. I will add the caveat of, when it comes to Thai food, I'm no expert, but my favorite dishes are larb, and pad kee mao. I am really not fond of foods that are both sweet and savory, peanut used in a savory context, sesame, fish sauce, and lemongrass. So, don't let this dissuade you if you like these things. Besides the fact that the menu nearly entirely featured flavor profiles that I dislike, almost everything was super gelatinous and goopy, with no textural variation. The Kanom Krak, which they claimed was a beloved dish amongst their customers, was a mucosal catastrophe. Perhaps I am a philistine for my inability to enjoy homogeneous and slimy foods, but I found myself leaving both nauseous and ravenous. The only thing I actually liked was the yum mama neua yang (the wagyu flank steak salad) One of my dining companions, who enjoys Thai food as a whole, also noted that the textures were too gloopy. The service was weird and kind of punk, for lack of a better term. The better the food is at a restaurant, the less I factor in service. If they are serving me the best food I've ever had in my life, I don't care if they spit on me or kick me or something. But, the less impressive the food is, the more noticeable bad service becomes. And the food was not good enough for the service to be that weird and punk. read more

Langbaan is special, nothing else can be said that people have not mentioned already. The team is amazing, the food even better. The experience of eating at Langbaan probably has ruined Thai food for me. When we heard the server tell us that the team at Langbaan really enjoys and actually has fun with this restaurant, it shows how places like this can exist. It's a labor of love, passion, fun, and just plain talent and hard work. When people are the best at what they do and LOVE what they do, you appreciate it even more. Yea, go here, celebrate, and enjoy the company at Langbaan. I haven't said anything about the food yet, it's great. We had the fall and winter tasting menu in 2021. My favorites are Gai Tom Kamin (fall 2021) - Roasted chicken roulade, shimeji mushroom, shallot, cherry tomato with turmeric broth Chu Chee Nuea (winter 2021) - Dry aged New York steak, Thai cassia leaf curry, bok choy, yam, chanterelle Khao Tom Plaa (winter 2021) - Swordfish in rice soup, matsutake, ginger, chinese donut, Thai XO sauce Yum Hang Wua (winter 2021) - Oxtail, tendon chip, mala spice, pearl onion, greens, golden and red beet but everything is good. Looking forward to what the team will do next. read more

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Really can't say enough about their tasting menu. One of the best dining experiences we've had in PDX so far. Everything from the apps to dessert to the drinks were thoughtfully put together and had a story behind each choice. The servers were extremely thorough and helpful with each serving, and it added so much life to the already incredible dishes. The highlights include: Hokkaido scallop, coconut cream, crispy rice cup Fermented pork, coconut creme fraiche, ginger, longan, taro chip Grilled pork jowl, japanese eggplant, pickled apple, fennel, chicharron, quinoa The entire Main course was a fun experience/experiment in mixing flavors. Just a heads up.. the Fermented mussels got a kick to 'em Portioned perfectly, expertly curated ebb and flow of flavors and textures. Definitely recommend! read more

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This was an interesting experience to say the least. You start off in a room with roughly 20 people and you sit through 12 pre-fixed courses. Mind you the portions are small because you are sampling different courses. The food was for the most part delicious and unique. Each dish had different flavor profiles, which set a very exotic motif that I'm sure the restaurant is going for. I could go into details of each dinner, but I don't feel like writing an essay, but more importantly, the menu changes each season to keep things fresh. I was surprisingly full at the end of the meal, but there were some dishes that I wish I could've had more of. There was only a couple dishes that didn't appeal to me, but other than that, pretty bomb. This place is reservation only and seats fill up fast, so be sure to reserve to secure a spot. It is a little pricey, but it really about experiencing a new twist on Thai cuisine. I would recommend trying this place if you're into culinary adventures with your flavor palette! read more

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