Vientiane Cafe, Philadelphia

Vientiane Café is a small family run business established in 2002. Chef Daovy Phanthavong, along with her husband Phoxay Sidara and their two daughters Manorack and Sunny Phanthavong have been serving the community over 12 years. Vientiane Café started out as the "Blue Tarp" and also known as the "Blue Tent" or the "Backyard Spot", known to serve food outside of Chef Daovy's home. By word of the mouth, her home business grew and community-goers and travelers lined outside the backyard waiting to taste the $3 plates of Pad Thai and various curries. In translation Daovy means "star", and that she is. Daovy has been cooking for the community for more than over 20 years, giving them a taste of Laos by cooking home-style meals. Daovy immigrated to America in the early 80's and what she brought along with her is the knowledge of traditional Lao hospitality, culture and cuisine. Today, Vientiane Cafe is thriving and building much stronger, being able to offer traditional Lao-Thai cuisine with a twist, such as serving Vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free dishes. The restaurant will cater to any palate and diet restrictions with their knowledgeable staff. And lastly, we're also known for very romantic dates, big group parties or just quick solo lunches. So take advantage of the BYOB and let us take care of the rest.

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Sonja T

PHILADELPHIA

1024

Reviewed January 25, 2018

Lunch Special

I went for lunch the other day for the first time and had a wonderful lunch ( 3 courses) , the coconut soup is so fresh and tasty I wanted to pick it up and drink it down. I will be going back to try...More

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YouBeeTs

Trieste, Italy

614198

Reviewed May 13, 2017

Ok but too expensive

A simple restaurant in a nice neighbourhood of West Philadelphia. I had Lao Catfish, which comes deep fried, with two hot sauces on the side, and some vegetables. It was ok. Coconut soup was nice, the dessert (Coconut sorbet) was very plain, the weakest part...More

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tiredtravelgirl

New York City, New York

Reviewed January 17, 2017 via mobile

One of my favorite lunch spots

I usually only ever order takeout from here on my lunch break, but always enjoy my meals. A personal fav is the Lao Style Porridge especially is colder temperatures.

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Mar T

Frankfurt, Germany

1715

Reviewed November 27, 2016 via mobile

Good but not stunning

The Name is Vietnam Cafe! The dishes are not as spicy as expected, but the Service was very good!! We had Papaya salad with Fried Rice and chicken Curry. If you have been to asia expect a soft Version of what you get there :)

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blas b

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Reviewed October 16, 2016

Good Thai Food

I have a certain affinity for yellow coconut curry, and this place definitely met the mark. Not the best I've every had, but pretty good. It's byob, and I would definitely come back.

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chibba2016

132

Reviewed September 1, 2016

locals "go to" Laotian Thai restaurant

Vientienne is my favorite neighborhood restaurant. The food is alway wonderful. I recommend the fish cakes, thai style papaya salad, fresh shrimp spring rolls for appetizers. My son always gets the Chicken Coconut soup. We usually go with the green curry I get chicken, my...More

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Trac4

New Jersey

13867

Reviewed August 14, 2016

Delicous!

First visit and it was a good experience! My friend who is Thai thought we should try it and we were not disappointed. Started with the Vietnamese crepe - YUMMM and a papaya salad. We each ordered different entrees which we shared, and a Thai...More

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MaryAnne W

San Antonio, Texas

446

Reviewed June 27, 2016

Almost like a visit to Thailand

First, be sure you bring cash! They do not take credit cards. My favorite is the Pad Thai with Shrimp. But, pretty much everything on the menu is really good. The only think we didn't care for was the homemade beef jerky. We go every...More

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Val S

Reviewed April 17, 2016 via mobile

Favorite!

This is my favorite neighborhood BYO. You basically can't go wrong on this menu. From the curries to the noodles to the entrees, everything is made with high quality meats or tofu and veggies. The sticky rice is a teat by otself. Don't miss the...More

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jurij

10261

Reviewed March 26, 2016

Wonderful neighborhood gem

We have been coming here for 13 plus years. We have gotten to know the family that owns this wonderful place. The food is Laotian/Thai. It has a little of everything for omnivores, carnivores, vegetarians and vegans. We have invited so many of our friends,...More

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