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What to order
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Shawarma
Recommended multiple times for being delicious, with juicy meat and strong flavor; one review specifically praised the chicken shawarma, and another highly recommended the beef shawarma fattah.
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Chicken Fatteh
Mentioned as a recommended dish by the owner and described as a satisfying, flavorful option that is enough for one person.
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Grape Leaves Dolma
Recommended as a good vegan appetizer, especially for those looking for plant-based options.
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Sahlab
Praised as a nostalgic dessert drink that tastes similar to childhood memories, though noted as very sweet.
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Lamb Kofta
Chosen on the owner's recommendation and described positively as part of an enjoyable meal with authentic flavors.
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Fava beans
Mentioned as part of a highly recommended traditional Egyptian meal, appreciated for its authentic taste.
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Falafel plate
Recommended alongside fava beans, tahini, and hummus as part of a well-liked vegetarian spread.
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Hummus
Included in a recommended mezze-style meal and praised as part of the restaurant's authentic Egyptian food.
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Tahini
Mentioned with fava beans, falafel, and hummus in a recommended traditional plate combination.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 12 to 2:30 PM, 6 PM to 12:30 AM |
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| Tuesday | 12 to 2:30 PM, 6 PM to 12:30 AM |
| Wednesday | 12 to 2:30 PM, 6 PM to 12:30 AM |
| Thursday | 12 to 2:30 PM, 6 PM to 12:30 AM |
| Friday | 12 to 2:30 PM, 6 PM to 12:30 AM |
| Saturday | 12 to 2:30 PM, 6 PM to 12:30 AM |
| Sunday | 12 to 2:30 PM, 6 PM to 12:30 AM |
About The Pharaohs Restaurant
The Pharaohs Restaurant is an Egyptian restaurant and hookah bar in Vientiane, Laos. Reviewers consistently praise its authentic Egyptian and Arabic food, especially the shisha, falafel, shawarma, and vegan options. The restaurant is described as small, cozy, casual, and quiet, with friendly owner-led service. It is generally considered on the pricey side for Laos, but many reviewers say the quality and portions make it worth it.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Drive-through
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great dessert
- Sports
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Happy hour drinks
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Trendy
Crowd
- College students
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed
Frequently asked
What is The Pharaohs Restaurant known for?
It is best known for Egyptian food and shisha, with reviewers repeatedly calling out the flavor and authenticity of both. The restaurant is also praised for dishes like chicken shawarma, beef shawarma fattah, falafel, and vegan appetizers such as grape leaves dolma.
What dishes are most recommended at The Pharaohs Restaurant?
Reviewers most often recommend chicken shawarma, beef shawarma fattah, falafel, fava beans, and grape leaves dolma, with chicken fatteh also mentioned as a filling option. For dessert, sahlab and the mixed desserts are singled out, and several people also praise the Turkish coffee and mojitos.
What is the atmosphere like at The Pharaohs Restaurant?
The space is described as small, cozy, casual, quiet, and a bit trendy, with outdoor seating and a hookah-bar feel. It seems to suit solo diners, couples, and groups who want a relaxed meal with drinks and shisha rather than a fast-turnover setting.
Is The Pharaohs Restaurant good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is ₭200–400K, and reviewers often say it is expensive compared with local food spots in Vientiane. Even so, many call it worth the cost because of the large portions, authentic flavors, and strong service, with one review noting about 300,000 kip per person as a rough spend.
What should I know before visiting The Pharaohs Restaurant?
Several reviews mention that it can be worth stopping by late at night because it stays open and is near downtown and Khouvieng Road. Brunch reservations are recommended, and the restaurant also accepts reservations, which may help if you want a table for a meal and shisha.
Is parking available at The Pharaohs Restaurant?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does The Pharaohs Restaurant have vegetarian options?
Yes, The Pharaohs Restaurant offers vegan options.
Is The Pharaohs Restaurant kid-friendly?
Yes, The Pharaohs Restaurant is good for kids.
