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

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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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

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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I love secret spots that you have to do some work to find, or at least Lissa G usually does! ; ) After getting this very difficult reservation we were excited to check out Langbaan while we were in Portland. Head through the secret door into the small room and get ready for a lot of courses. If you have the options of sitting at the chef's counter I would highly recommend it. It allows you see the masters at work and also gives an elevated view around the room. Our food was inspired by the Islands of Thailand. At $95 per person it is really a steal. The menu changes seasonally so I will attach our menu and some of the dishes we had. More for presentation and to show the detail that goes into every dish. Everything was outstanding and its too bad we are not local so we could try out the next "inspiration." read more

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Outdoor early (outdoor) dining during the pandemic As always at Langbaan, the food was exceptional and very creatively prepared. read more

Langbaan - Outdoor early dining - Thai Near Me - Portland, Oregon

We had a quick stop in Portland during our west coast road trip and wanted to have a nice tasting menu dinner. I heard about this from a friend who works in the restaurant scene so naturally was very excited for this. Reservations were easy online, you prepay ($105 per person) and there are 2 dinner time options per night and the menu changes seasonally. Luckily we were able to be the first to taste the winter menu. The meal was explained to be basically a thai+chinese fusion and while we thought you just pick a few items from the large menu seen online, you actually get all 12 courses. The appetizers sadly are bite sized but were definitely the star of the show for us. I can't even choose which of the three (lobster, hokkaido scallop, shrimp in betel leaf) I liked more. After the appetizers came a swordfish soup/rice dish, and even my husband who really doesn't like soup ate the entire thing. My absolute favorite, however, was the spot prawn with herb puree. The dish was perfectly balanced and spot prawn was so fresh and sweet. As if this wasn't enough already, after the main entrees come out with (fried rice, steak in curry, sole, and ground pork). They were all solid and at this point I was already stuffed, but I do have to say while the curry had a lot of flavor, it was probably one of the spiciest things I've eaten and I have a pretty high spice tolerance. Then we had 2 desserts to end the night. Overall, it was a great experience and I love how it showcased asian food as fine dining. I have literally never been so full at a tasting menu and we didn't even finish all of it. I highly recommend this spot and be sure to come hungry! read more

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My girlfriend and I are fortunate enough to have enjoyed several excellent dining experiences. From prix fixe to food carts, it's no secret that there's an abundance of damned good food here in Portland. Every so often, however, we get the opportunity to have great food. For me, Langbaan fits that description. I don't say this lightly...we've been to restaurants with solid reviews and/or recommendations from friends only to leave disappointed. Our recent meal at Langbaan was far from that. Fortunate to have been seated at the counter, we enjoyed the opportunity to speak with both wait staff and chefs. One early recommendation, a ginger/cardamom soda was a refreshing alternative for me (I don't often drink alcohol). The cardamom stood out, and the lime slice in the soda added a nice citrus hit to the ginger. And so...of the dozen dishes offered to us this evening, The salmon and mussels, the halibut (yum!), and the roasted pig certainly left an impression. While trying not to minimize the impact of the other dishes, we're not the kind of people who are wanting to take a picture of every dish and report on them. Getting a reservation here is mandatory. And far in advance. I'd had a reservation a while back only to be sick when it came up. Caution: Langbaan will tell you up front that you will have to pay for that space if they can't fill it - which is understandable, given the fare. Regardless, the reservations are far in advance. Be forewarned! read more

Langbaan - Seasonal menu - Thai Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Langbaan was amazing! Definitely the best meal I had in Portland. My partner and I sat outside and they're allowing you to order from the langbaan and paadee menu. We only ordered the kanom gui chai from paadee, and we got the kanom krok, steak tartare, ngob plaa, and khao ob ped from langbaan. Everything was incredible! The kanom gui chai had such a good Mochi-ish texture for the outside of the cakes, and the chives and sauce were so good. The kanom krok was so good! I'm not even the biggest fan of coconut but it was delicious. The steak tartare may have been my favorite! The Thai spices and chilis added such a nice flavor to the tartare and it was unlike any other tartare I've had before. 10000% recommend people come here. If I lived in Portland I'd be here all the time. read more

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Went to Langbaan back in October, and was pretty impressed with how well they've adjusted to the pandemic. The outdoor seating was well put together, while retaining some inviting touches. There were a ton of outdoor heaters that I appreciated on this cold evening. The menu was completely revamped from their usual monthly meals. I got the boat noodles and couldn't be more happy. I also loved that I could order the scallops a la carte, which is one of my favorite bites to eat in Portland, if not my absolute favorite. read more

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Food and service was exceptional. It was such a unique and wonderful experience. I've always liked Thai food, but I didn't know it could be this good. This is a very special space for a special occasion. read more

We came to Portland for a little babymoon, and a friend had recommended this place. We made our reservations online via their website for Friday night. The reservation was for a patio tasting, a 5 course predetermined menu by their top chefs. We had to prepay for the meal, and the gratuity at the time of making the reservation. We arrived at the restaurant and we were seated at the outdoor seating area right away. The ambiance was cozy with a few outdoor fireplace. It is an intimate setting. Everything had already been set up for us. Silverware, water already in our cups and a bottle of water in case we needed more. The waiters were excellent and made the experience that much more meaningful. They would bring out the courses and delicately explain the components of the dish, which order to eat the dish, and how well they go together. The food is delicious! Authentic ingredients used skillfully to create amazing dishes. Highly recommend! read more

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This is my go-to Thai spot now! Food is authentic, delicious, and just not your average Thai food. Don't let the pricing discourage you, it's worth every penny. I've been to their tasting room three times before COVID, and every time the menu is different, creative, and delicious. Cocktails are always on point. Staff are there to describe what each dishes are and all the ingredients that it's used. It's a fine dining experience with an authentic flare. They seat you at the same time as the rest of the dining room, and reservations were hard to come by. I've also been to their outdoor patio during the pandemic (now) twice. The outdoor dining area is cute, cozy, and very distanced from other parties. You can walk up for a table and order any dishes from the staff. I actually enjoy this model a lot, given I can choose what to order (though the tasting menu force me to try something new too, which is not a bad thing). We usually end up spending less than the tasting menu and always feeling super satisfied. You do have to bus your own table. This is a great restaurant and I hope the tasting menu model will make a comeback when the pandemic is over! read more

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Take advantage right now of the fact that Langbaan is walk-ins only, since usually a reservation is hard to snag! We decided to show up shortly after they opened at 3:15 pm on a Saturday in order to ensure we avoided a wait. We were instantly seated, and honestly the entire time we were there (until around 5 pm), there wasn't a wait so it seems like we were worried about nothing. Food-wise, we ordered: - Kanom krok-- Delicious! Scallops and how can you go wrong pairing them with coconut cream?! Would order again. - Fried fermented mushrooms -- good veggie option, although obviously not the healthiest since its fried. Very tasty but a second-tier dish in my opinion compared to some of the others. - Corn ribs -- My friends and I marveled at how tasty they were given how simplistic they appeared. Sleeper hit for us and I would recommend trying them! - Ngob Plaa -- Salmon and red curry paste has never steered me wrong and I'm happy to report this remains true. The salmon melds really nicely with the curry. If you're looking for something more curry-ish, this will hit the spot. - Khao ob ped -- I think this was my favorite main. The duck breast delicious, anchovy oil yummy, and it comes with a broth that you sip at the end! Only thing to note is given this, if you're planning to share, you'll need to figure out how you want to split this broth (in our case we just all drank from the same bowl). The cocktails were also all delicious. We tried the Paadee-Colada Slushie, Meadowlark, and Adult Thai Thea. I don't think you can go wrong with drinks here, so just order what you're most in the mood for. You order via an app so limited interaction with the wait staff. All in all, a tasty dining experience that I'd go back for again. read more

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The staff was super friendly and accommodating! They were well versed with painting the story of their menu and wine pairings. The ambiance was dimly lit with a nice intimate feel. The food was absolutely incredible! The amount of flavor put together was simply amazing! We came during their 10 year anniversary and their tasting menu was their greatest hits over that span. Every single dish that came was beautifully presented and the taste to match. I would 1000% come back to this place and couldn't recommend it enough to others! read more

One of the pinnacles of Portland Dining is to eat at Langbaan and tonight I certainly had a mountain top experience. Each month the chef puts together 10-12 dishes - serves those for 2 seatings, 4 nights a week and then does it again the next month. This months menu was 12 dishes from the Issan region of Thailand. I knew that much from looking at the website. I learned from one of the servers that it is in far north Thailand, close to Viet Nam and Cambodia. It's not a region where coconuts thrive and so the food from that area reflects that. Each dish started with an introduction, what to look forward to, how to eat it and then we are left to enjoy. Each of the dishes I experienced were complex, multi-ingredient dishes that I do not remember having had either in US Thai establishments or when I was in Thailand and had my first encounter and fell in love with the cuisine. Having only visited Bangkok could be one explanation as I was no where near the Issan region. These dishes are unique, incredibly flavorful, not overly spicy and the dishes lived up to the hype I've been reading for some time. A few of the dishes I would put in the "once in a lifetime" category. While I didn't regret eating any of them, my culturally limited experience growing up on the Gulf Coast of Texas didn't quite prepare me for. The first "snack" - Grapefruit, shrimp, herbs, peanut, coconut and betel leaf was wonderful. The combination of flavors and textures was inspired. The presentation as spot on and the service was truly attentive, inviting questions and always available. The procession of the remaining 11 dishes were similarly impressive, unique, creative. I didn't find any of the dishes particularly hot although my dining companion who doesn't like any heat found one of them a bit hotter than he was comfortable with. While I regret not taking more pictures of the food so you can get a better idea of what the presentation is like, I'm glad to have caught the "second dessert". Yup, you heard it, the second one. Black sticky rice pudding was the base. There was some coconut (white) with blackberry ice (purple) across that. There was a swath of black sesame across the top side of half the bowl to represent the night and elderberry flowers carefully arranged across the night sky to represent the stars. The flavors were as incredible as the creativity and presentation. I could describe the other dishes - I remember something about each of them, several hours after leaving. I won't go any further with this because whatever you have will likely be different. It's not cheap. I felt like I received a great value for the money I paid. The one tip I will leave you with - for the ultimate foodie experience, get there early and ask to be seated at the counter just across from the cooking area. Then you will see the magic unfold in front of you. Don't go looking to enjoy some of your old favorites or for "safe" choices. They don't serve those. This is going to be a gastronomic adventure that you won't want to miss. read more

Langbaan - Elderberry flowers in a black sesame seed base - the stars in the night sky. creative thought behind each of the 12 dishes tonight - Thai Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Had my boyfriends birthday dinner here! The service was great and the food delicious. Our servers all had their own flair which made the experience that much better. It felt very authentic and genuine. The food was very flavorful and beautifully presented. The scallops in coconut cream were one of our favorites! We left full and happy! Good job team! read more

Langbaan - Final course, 4 desserts! - Thai Near Me - Portland, Oregon

**COVID-ERA REVIEW** Tl;dr: Cool shared patio with Paadee, easy ordering method (w/ mobile payment), AMAZING food from Langbaan and Paadee A friend was visiting Portland from Seattle so I knew I had to take him somewhere great to keep his asian-centric tastebuds engaged. Eating around Portland in the past year remained difficult but thanks to social media we decided to eat on the patio at Lanbaan. I had previously dined in for one of the best menus in Portland but take-out would have to do. The night was young so it was no problem securing a table next to a heater. We quicky ordered drinks (none of them will do you wrong-- explore a bit) and then put our orders in for food. We started with classic Langba: Kanom krok and Miang som. They were scallops and coconut cream in a crispy rice cup; and prawns, orange, peanuts and cilantro in a betel leaf wrap, respectively. These are out of this world! Filled with flavor and draws on all of your taste receptors for sweet, salty, sour, and bitter with contrasting textures. Amazing. The night was chilly so we ordered soup: Guay tiew gai (chicken breast, shiitake, daikon, and bittermelon) and Boat noodles (egg noodles, oxtail, and beef meatballs). Both were deep and rich while avoiding the gross oily mess that soups can sometimes be when served in cooler temperatures. We ordered more drinks (we changed it up from our first drinks-- again, explore a bit) and then again. By the end of our third round of drinks, we were hungry again. We knew we wanted to try their sister menu from Paadee so that's exactly what we did. Paadee has a more familiar thai menu so we ordered pork satay, duck larb, and pad see ew (we love you, Pad Thai, but pad see ew deserves some spot light for once). All were very well cooked and flavored. We were stuffed and satisfied. But not enough to NOT get another round of drinks. We left full, buzzed, and happy. We will be back! read more

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My partner and I went here for a special occasion and we both were AMAZED by what we experienced here. If I can give this place 8 stars, I would. We both love Thai food and Thai flavors, and this place is Thai done right on an elevated level. Every course we had was so delicious and flavorful. They change up their menu every couple months, so we are definitely going to be back to eat there again. For Jan and Feb 2023, they had a Thai Chinese inspired meal (for the Lunar New Year), and I'm so excited to see what else they have other months. We had a couple of the cocktails on the menu, which was very good too. We had the Tricked Out Hyundai drink (very interesting drink that's reminiscent of a curry), and the Silver Cloud Hotel drink (delicious!). The service was amazing and the staff is so warm! As soon as we arrived, the host wished us happy anniversary. After we got seated, our server also wished us happy anniversary and gave us each a glass of wine on the house. It was a very nice touch and so appreciated. They were also so thorough in explaining each course that came out. For the price of this restaurant ($125 a person), I think this is so worth it! We were stuffed and very satisfied with everything leaving. And for that, I recommend booking this place as soon as possible and celebrating anything here. I can't wait to come back! read more

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The food is very tasty with a modern take on northern Thai. We try their 11 course menu! They start out with appetizers, salads based, full entree, and deserts. Everything was very good with couple unique dishes that we would love to have for an a la cart. The price is a bit high though for the food since you can get some dish somewhere else with similar taste but overall recommended if you have never try Thai fine dining before. read more

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Very original. The flavor combinations were outstanding especially with the sole main dinner and sides. I'm taking one star away. I know it's cliche to say fancy restaurants have small portions, but it's really true here. If you have a big appetite, don't expect to leave full. The last two items were a ginger ice cream that was about one tablespoon worth and a coconut flan that was about 1.5"x1.5". Why is dessert a one biter? Give me more. Especially for $125. read more

I'll keep it short & sweet. This was seriously a life changing meal. Food AND staff literally could not have been any better. 500/5 stars read more

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This isn't just eating out, it's a true experience. You enter through a secret door, and you are served a prix-fixe menu. The menu is seasonal and always has a theme, I went for winter 2019 "inspired by Thai nightlife". The dishes are exceptionally unique with rare ingredients and combinations you can hardly fathom. It wouldn't be worth describing each or any dish but know you are in for multifaceted flavor profiles with exceptional balance. If you are scared of spice, this isn't for you, they don't hold back. The service is prompt and attentive and the servers are exceptionally knowledgeable and skilled at describing each dish. For those who want to know how this works: you get everything on the menu (we had about 12 courses including 2 deserts). It's about $95/person and then the cost of drinks. They have a cocktail menu (exceptional cocktails!!), extensive wine list, and full bar. Up until the main courses each dish comes out on its own. All the mains are served at the same time, family style. The server will recommend how best to eat each dish, so you don't feel clueless. Dishes are small but food is plentiful, you don't want to make plans to go out after this because you will be stuffed and sleepy! If you love the Portland food scene, this is worth a try. It takes about 3 months to get your reservation so it's something to look forward to! It is truly an amazing and fun experience. That being said, Eem still wins out as best restaurant in this group. read more

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Went back to Portland and tried Langbaan for the first time after moving away, and I was sad that I only discovered it after I left Portland. It's rare to see Thai fine dining and I am glad that I gave it a try. Well designed tasting menu including so many varieties of food and ingredients. It's inside Phuket Cafe so it took me some time to find where it was exactly but overall I would highly recommend it. read more

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This is by far my favorite Thai spot up til this point in time. I've been here twice and can't wait for my 3rd visit. For $75, you get yourself an amazing prix fixe menu with approximately 12 dishes. Typically, most of them change throughout the season. One is always a mainstay which I am so glad that they keep on the menu. Kanom krok. Their version is scallop and coconut cream served in a rice cup. DELISH. Probably the best little morsel I have ever had. I wish I could just order 20 of these and call it a night. You'll get a bunch of other dishes to take you throughout their theme. They start off with apps, maybe a soup, some entrees, and desserts. By the time you get to the entrees, you're usually stuffed but just can't wait to stuff your face some more. The curries I've had were spicy with a beautiful kick. They do offer a wine pairing but I usually stick with beer. Reservations are extremely tough to come by. Think ahead and make a reservation early! They have 2 seating each night that they're open. Btw, also semi-difficult to find. You have to walk through a different restaurant, get led through some secret doors, and then boom! You're into a secret back spot with less than 2 dozen seats. Pretty awesome. A must if you're in Portland...5 super duper exciting stars! read more

KenScale: 8.0/10 Anyone who has read about the culinary journey I've undertaken with my wife Jun would know how passionate we are about Thai food, with all its heat that brings a lot of joy (and sweat and numbness to our tongues) to us. It happened to be the case that Portland is one of the American cities where Thai cuisine has really thrived, starting with such pioneers like Andy Ricker (whose Pok Pok even opened in Brooklyn at one point; I still can't believe the restaurant closed with all the wonderful things going on). One of the Thai restaurants that I really wanted to try was Langbaan, a tasting menu-only restaurant behind a bookshelf door in PaaDee, had been winning all kinds of accolades for its original take on the country's cuisine. It also was one of the hardest restaurants in the city to get a table, with reservations fully booked up to three months in advance. I put my name down on the Resy waitlist anyways, hoping that the Fourth of July week during which we were visiting Portland would lead to last minute cancellations. When I learned that I got off the waitlist, I was beyond ecstatic and was very much looking forward to a visit. Our experience at Langbaan turned out to be one of those rare moments where Jun and I had some different views on the restaurant's directions. The summer tasting menu, inspired by Thai family gatherings, began in a promising manner, as we both enjoyed the bite-sized snacks that welcomed us, from the "miang som" consisting of navel orange, shrimp and herbs, to "kanom krok" which was a very pleasant crispy rice cup with refreshing scallop ceviche in it, to "cha-om khai naam neau" with Japanese wagyu beef in a Thai "omelette" that was quite fantastic. We showed up at Langbaan after a full day of wine tasting in Willamette Valley, so having an aromatic soup with braised pig's feet and soy beans helped as a cure to all the alcohol we consumed that day. It's after the soup that our opinions started to diverge. Jun, fully expecting plenty of heat, was turned off that a couple of salad dishes following the soup, one with octopus and another with salmon and mussels, didn't offer the kind of addictively spicy qualities she would typically look for at a Thai restaurant. On the other hand, I thought both dishes were quite thoughtfully prepared with beautiful plating that displays the kitchen's high level of creativity. Both the octopus and salmon had very good texture, especially the latter which was also accompanied by mussels prepared three ways (pickled, steamed and fermented). Jun took a peek at the menu again to see what was coming next and got very excited that there was a curry dish; unfortunately, the Issan style curry with halibut lacked the coconut-based spicy flavor that she came to love so much, and she was sorely disappointed. On the other hand, there was some heat to the shrimp paste relish with salted duck egg and Dungeness crab that you can wrap in fresh lettuces. I also liked the whole roasted pig with garlic, lime leaf and dry chili that was moderately spicy but had complexity of flavor I was quite fond of and worked very well with black and white sticky rice. The desserts were also solid, starting with Thai-style flan whose silky smooth texture worked well with incense-smoked blackberry caramel and charred blackberry puree, followed by jasmine-tofu pudding with ginger candy, melon and fruit ice mélange that blended the flavor of Thailand in a refreshing way. As noted above, getting a reservation at Langbaan can be quite a challenge if you don't want to commit yourself three months in advance; I guess the best way is to try your luck on Resy's waitlist and pray that you get off the list? There is full bar with cocktails inspired by Southeast Asia's ingredients and flavor. The cozy dining room will you feel you are dining at an exclusive supper club that no one wants you to know about. Langbaan is one of the restaurants where it was really hard to pinpoint the score. Jun even initially wanted to give "Incomplete" score because she appreciated all the fun things happening behind the kitchen, but couldn't just get used to the idea that Thai food can be delicious without being spicy (and she loves spicy!). Maybe there was too much fish sauce in the food overall that just didn't agree with Jun? I do agree that we would've had a much more memorable meal had the kitchen been liberal with the spicy elements (much like the way our dining experience worked at Ugly Baby in Brooklyn, which is our favorite Thai restaurant in the city). Going forward, Jun will certainly appreciate even more those Asian restaurants that are not compromising when it comes to displaying authentic and numbingly spicy dishes. read more

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Fun tasting menu for a very reasonable price. The ingredients were high quality and most of the dishes were u like other Asian dishes I've tried. The servers were very knowledgeable and cordial, switching up for each of the many dishes. The corn cream cake was my favorite item and I could eat that daily! The one thing that wasn't perfect was I made the reservation and confirmed twice that it was for my boyfriends birthday- I saw other people get a candle for their birthday and he didn't. Not sure if it's a special request or extra charge but I would have paid! read more

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If you really to make people like me come to your restaurant, make it hard to get into, make it "secret," and make it a consistently changing tasting menu. Langbaan does all these things, while having a reasonable price ($95/tasting menu; $55/beverage pairing) and great service. Langbaan is hidden in PaaDee (which is supposed to be a pretty good Thai restaurant on its own). When everyone has arrived and dinner is about to start, they begin escorting people from PaaDee into the secret back room, which is quite tiny (only 24 seats)! We were lucky enough to sit at the Chef's Counter, so we could watch all the magic happen right in front of us. Due to the size of the space, a lot of the actual cooking of the food happened elsewhere, but the plating was right in front of us. The menu changes throughout the year, so it doesn't really matter what we had, as you'll likely have different food. Definitely follow them on Instagram to see what they're cooking up; they also post last minute reservation openings there, too. They have two seatings a night: Thursday-Saturday 6:00pm and 8:45 pm; Sunday 5:30pm and 8:15pm. yep, they're only open 4 days a week! Our 8:45 seating concluded around 11:15-11:30, so be prepared =) Langbaan is definitely a spot I would try again; go to Resy right now to get on the Waiting List. You're likely to have a reservation open up (as I did!). The food is aroy mak (very delicious)! read more

Signed up for the cancellation list and got in within a week! Maybe I got lucky but that definitely seems like the way to go. My sister made a reservation and it is about 6 months out. The place was cute and tucked away. Every course was flavorful and delicious. I've never been to Thailand but consider myself to be somewhat of a foodie and I loved this place. Some of the food was a little spicy but I enjoy that, just not sure if everyone would. One of my biggest complaints about prix fixe menus is when you don't leave full because of the small portions. Definitely didn't have that issue here but that was partially attributed to the curry dish that came with some rice. :) overall great experience. Will be back! read more

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Langbaan is like the "Inception" of Portland dining. It's a restaurant within a restaurant ... where the flavors are like a dream within a dinner ... hidden behind a secret door in the back of the house. Your mind is telling you it's memorable for more than spending $300+ for 2 ... or making a reservation 5 months in advance ... while your taste buds are asking what do you believe? What do you feel? Is this real? How can I be woke, but not awake? Spend too much time at Langbaan and it may become the only way you can eat or dream. ----- Things to know about Langbaan: * It's hidden in PaaDee Restaurant * Whisper your name to the host * Two seatings per night: 6:00 & 8:00 * No being late * Sit at the counter for view of the food prep * Prix Fixe is $89/person ... before drinks * No substitutions ... none * No seconds ... even if you love it ----- Things to remember about Langbaan: 1. Hoy nang rom nai naam soup Shigoku Oysters with Yuzu Tobiko, Fried Shallots, Aromatic Broth, and Herbs 2. Kanom krok Scallops in Coconut Cream with Galangal, Lemongrass, and Lime Leaf in a Crispy Rice Cup 3. Neau pan aoi Hay-Smoked Veal on Roasted Sugar Cane with Sweet Soy, Garlic, and Puffed Rice Berries 4. Mee nahm neau thoon Beef Short Rib with Longan, Lions Mane Mushrooms, and Crispy Rice Noodles 5. Yam plaa menk Cuttlefish with Charred Cucumber, Grains, and Walla Walla Onions 6. Yum gae yang Lamb Loin with Cauliflower, Endive, Swiss Chard, and Preserved Lemon 7. Gang mumbai kra-tai Thai Muslim-style Red Curry and Braised Rabbit with Rabbit Belly Jerky, Eggplant, and Pickled Ginger 8. Nahm prik plaa hang Relish of Smoked Trout, Crispy Anchovies, Cashews, Garlic, and Lime Leaves 9. Puu nihm tod Soft Shell Crab with Madras Curry, Celery Root, and Buddha's Hand 10. Khao kllok prik greau Coconut Rice with Grilled Pineapple and Golden Raisins 11. Ice cream mon waan Purple Sweet Potato Ice Cream, Taro, Thai-incense Smoked Coconut Dessert 12. Kanom mor gang Yellow Mung Bean Custard Dessert with Apple, Turmeric, Coconut Cream, and Fried Shallots ----- Cocktails to sip at Langbaan: 1. Once Bitten Cocktail ($14) with Plantation Rum, Appleton 12yr Rum, Banana, Pineapple, and Lime 2. Would You Rather Cocktail ($14) with Glenfarclas Scotch, Plantation Pineapple, Aveze, Pamplemouse, and Molé Bitters ----- Wine with dinner at Langbaan: 1. Envinate "Albahra" Tinto ($15), Carstilla-La Mancha, Spain (2017) 2. Philippe Tessier Cheverny Rouge ($15), Loire Valley, France (2017) ----- Drinks for after-dinner at Langbaan: 1. Redbreast Irish Whiskey ($14) "neat" 2. Yamamoto-yama Green Tea ($2) ----- Walking out of Langbaan is like waking from a particularly tasty dream. You can't remember everything you tasted, and not all of it may be substantive, but there's no denying Langbaan is memorable. read more

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This place truly never gets old. I've come here for dinner at least twice a year over the last 5 years or so (as it tends to run me about $150 for dinner, drink, tip it's probably best the waitlist only allows me to come a few times a year) and I've truly never been disappointed. One of the things I love about this place is that the menu changes- but I am always grateful that the first 2 bites on the menu are the same because they're truly a mind blowing combination of flavors. I will say- I really can't stand fish. The last 3 times I've come here the menu has been fish heavy, and they managed to make even that in such a way that I finished every last bit. The icing on the cake here is that the service is truly great. In my many times here I've stated to recognize the staff as they seem to stick around long term- and I've never had anything short of a great experience. Their waitstaff is knowledgeable, attentive, and they give you an in depth look at the menu and explain nice pairings without aggressively trying to up sell. Truly love this place, and look forward to going back yet again. read more

It's finally happened...Portland dining has tantalized my taste buds! What a treat this place is. Thoroughly enjoyed sitting at the chef's table and watching the magic unfold with all 12 courses. The thought that goes into each course, from plating and presentation, the ingredients, and just the pure heart and soul of the preparation of food really impressed me. My kama'aina chef and his crew really served up a good time. Look forward to revisiting for another seasonal treat. read more

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Tried to get a table for our anniversary six months in advance without success. About three weeks before our special day, I missed a text indicating a table had opened up and that I have 15 minutes to grab it. Then, three days before our day, I received the same text and this time capitalized on it. The restaurant is located in the back of PaaDee, the entrance is somewhat hidden, almost secret-like. The six table small space is a big part of the charm. Langbaan is great for a special occasion, especially considering that the wait list is so long. A parade of dishes were served by a stellar team of three. 1. shrimp, pomelo, shallot - very good. Wish we could order an extra plate 2. scallop cups - the lemongrass coconut cream made these my favorite 3. fried pork larb nuggets - probably too spicy for most, but the cucumber relish offsets it 4. pork broth, egg tofu, maitake - a bit luke warm, good, but my least favorite of the night 5. grilled chicken - the Heart of Palm and dipping sauce made it 6. steamed squid and glass noodle salad - the base sauce was oh so good 7. beef jerky - another super winner 8. smoked trout relish - order a side of sticky rice to complement this yummy concoction 9. load red curry soup with lamb - ample portion 10. thai banana and sticky rice - good, not great 11. Kanom fad-thong tung-may khing dessert - YES! Piollot champagne - excellent, but a small glass for $26 is steep Pina Colada - take out the giant cool ice cube, and you get a few sips for $12 Langebaan is a must try experience for those wanting to capture the best of the Portland food scene. read more

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I love this freakin place!!!!!!! I have been about 3 or 4 times and have reservations coming up in a few months. Yes, you read that correctly-a few months, because it is only open Thursday-Sunday and seats about 18 to 20 people. It is located in the back of another restaurant with a secret door to enter. I made my reservations in October or November and will not be going until April getting treated by my brother and sister in law for a birthday gift :) I'm really looking forward to dinner. Langbaan offers a prix fixe menu with about 10 courses I believe and you have the option of wine pairings. My favorite is the Rice cup filled with some cucumber concoction of which is very pleasing to the palate. There is one chef and 2 sous chefs that prepare the food right in the room where you are and fills the place with so many different aromas of authentic food of Thailand. Take that one person you know for sure is down to try new food and will not waste your money and a great experience. Reservations are usually made 5 months or so in advance, that's how booked up they are, given they only do 2 seatings per night open. read more

Alas, the famous Langbaan. When I heard there was a secret restaurant in the back of another one, I knew I had to go. Wanting to be in the trendy Portland foodie crowd, I made a reservation. The only problem is they have limited seats, about eight tables plus bar seating. Therefore they are booked up months in advance. No worries, just make a reservation like I did, and surprise yourself months later! The food consisted of about four appetizers, three salad dishes, three main dishes, and two desserts. The portions are very small, but you will leave full. As is to be expected, the attention to detail is BEYOND. Your server will explain that your dish consists of plenty of unusual ingredients; like salt taken from the back of a male seahorse right after he's given birth, or a leaf blessed by the Dalai Lama in 2005. Stuff like that, you get it. We enjoyed trying to pick out the different flavors and ingredients. This for me, is a one time experience due to the price. Definitely would recommend for a date or a fancy birthday dinner. read more

Langbaan - Dishes on dishes - Thai Near Me - Portland, Oregon

After all these years, I FINALLY tried Langbaan on the last day of their summer ala carte! We got the grilled cuttle fish, khao ob ped, miang som, puffed sticky rice, and Hokkaido scallop kanom krok. Everything was absolutely lovely! The flavours all went super well together. The service was great as well! Hoping I'll get to go back again! read more

Langbaan - Thai Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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An unbelievable experience with superb food and excellent service. And... we enjoyed many dishes that celebrated their 10 years as well as their well deserved James Beard award for Best Restaurant of the Year. read more

I've been there 3 times now and each of them has been a wonderful experience. While there are some similar items in the appetizer area, each month usually highlight on a region in Thailand. I would say 90% of the dish I've never tasted anywhere else before, making it a very unique experience. I was blown away with the complicated flavors and texture of each dish. Apparently the recipes are ones the chef found from old palace recipe book written by a Thai Princess (but of course, with a twist and modified with local ingredients). The result is fantastic. I can't wait to try the different tasting menus in the future! The logistics: 1. Only opens Thu, Fri, Sat & Sun. that's it. 2. Only 2 seatings per day: 6pm or 8:30pm. 3. Only prix fixe menu $65 4. Optional wine pairing for $30, or other cocktails/beers. 5. Located inside PaaDee restaurant, inside a "secret" room behind a bookcase. 6. They now take online reservations - max 6. read more