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Thai Lao Orchid

4.0 (182 reviews)
Closed • 5:00 pm - 9:00 PM
Updated a few days ago

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THAI LAO ORCHID ATMOSPHERE

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Quiet
Casual
Good for groups
Good for kids

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Thai Crispy Egg Rolls and Clear noodle soup 16 oz

This was my first visit here at Thai Lao, it was super clean, also small but nice. I ordered the clear noodle soup and an order of Thai egg rolls. Everything came out fresh and the soup I ordered was small (yet the perfect size) but uber delish! The young woman who took my order was amazingly attentive and very professional. Can't wait to try the Pho next time!

Crunchy Crispy Noodles
Amanda G.

Place was delicious and spice was just right. My husband thought they had sushi just based off the yelp reviews but turns out they don't have sushi anymore. Overall the girls were super nice there and there are a lot of people and regulars that are going into this place for good reason!!

Dumplings
Connie H.

Little shop located in a strip mall, smelled really yummy when we walked in. Started with the fried dumpling which we 5/5- thin skin, tender and delicious. I also had the Thai basil- while this one had good flavor, it was watery- which was fine also but the beef was chewy and dry. I ended up sopping with the rice and left most of the meat. Other than that, I would come back just for the dumplings. I'd like to try their noodle dishes since the flavor on the Thai Basil was so good!

Tee R.

I love Tom Kha soup but this place bombed it... super salty and no flavors whatsoever. I'm Cajun and can make a better Tom Kha than this place... menu is very limited as well. I have no clue how they have a 4 star. Appetizers are mostly pork items, so if you do not like pork forget about an appetizer...,

Pad Se Eew Chicken
Jimmy S.

Absolutely fantastic all the way around! Came in today and was greeted with some amazing smiles and top notch service! Eric and his staff are just all around great people and not to mention the friendly customers that love being here, not only for the delicious food, but the conversations that can go on for hours if you're not keeping an eye on the time! (Great thing!) Come eat some good food here! I promise it's worth it!

Nam, Pad Thai, & Tiger Tear
Rachael B.

My review is torn between what I ordered.. I'll start off by saying if I was reviewing purely based on the Nam, I would give 5-stars. First time trying and it's one of the best dishes I've ever had. The texture of the crispy rice with the lime and seasoning... SO good and very generous portion. I wasn't impressed with the Pad Thai.. there was an odd taste to it, almost like plastic or something? And was not bursting with flavor compared to other places I've been. The Tiger Tear was also just "meh". The steak was rather dry and bland aside from the obvious taste of pepper. Preparation was very quick and I was able to pick up within 30minutes before listed as ready on Yelp.

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Great hole in the wall Thai restaurant. All the dishes we have had have been outstanding. Wait staff is very friendly and efficient.

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2 years ago

Person and phone was nice but person at the desk when we picked up was a little sour. The nam and massaman curry were amazing!!

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1 year ago

Great staff and atmosphere. I enjoyed the food - I used to work at a Thai restaurant.

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Food was great, service is good. Ambiance is lacking, defiantly whole in the wall vibes.

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Tom Kha soup and Panang Curry are delicious. I got spice 4 out of 5 and it was spicy but nothing crazy

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Ask the Community - Thai Lao Orchid

Are the Vietnamese fried springs rolls made with just rice paper?

Hi Lauren T, The wrapper is made with rice paper. However, the filling has onions, carrots, glass noodles, eggs, and ground pork.

Can vegans and vegetarians eat here?

Yes, meat can be substituted for tofu on many dishes.

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