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Kung's Cafe Lao
Chicken noodle soup
Mentioned several times as spectacular, big, very tasty, and full of flavor, making it one of the standout savory dishes.
Pho
Called spectacular and full of flavor in one review, making it a highly recommended noodle dish.
Coconut coffee
Praised for being creamy, lightly sweet, and so good that reviewers ordered more; it was also singled out as a standout drink.
Fried banana with coffee
Highlighted as a favorite dessert combination, described as yummy and one of the best items tried at the cafe.
Sticky rice mango pancake
Repeatedly recommended as a standout dessert, with reviews praising its crispy texture, mango flavor, and honey sauce.
Chicken soup with baguette
Described as extraordinary and very satisfying, with reviewers specifically calling out how good the soup and bread combination was.
Beef curry
Praised as divine and even called the best red curry beef one reviewer had ever tasted.
Coconut soup
Recommended for its rich flavor and popularity with vegetarian diners, especially when paired with tofu and rice.
Smoothies
Multiple reviews mention the smoothies as amazing, refreshing, thick, naturally sweet, and a great way to cool down.
Location details
Phiawat Village, near Ministry of Health, Thanon Samsenethai, Vientiane, LA
Open in Google MapsHours
| Monday | 7 AM to 4 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7 AM to 4 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM to 4 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM to 4 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM to 4 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM to 4 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
About Kung's Cafe Lao
Kung's Cafe Lao is an Asian fusion, breakfast, and Laotian restaurant in Vientiane, Laos. It is known for mango pancake, sticky rice pancake, fried banana with coffee, and Lao dishes like curry, noodle soup, and ginger pork. Reviewers consistently praise the food quality, low prices, coffee, and desserts, and many mention that the cafe is tucked away down a small alley. The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, and trendy, with outdoor seating and a small garden feel.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Coffee
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Trendy
Crowd
- College students
- Groups
- Tourists
Payments
- Cash-only
Children
- Good for kids
Parking
- Free street parking
- Usually difficult to find a space
Frequently asked questions
Is Kung's Cafe Lao hard to find, and is it worth the walk?
Yes, multiple reviews say it is tucked away down a small alley or hidden deep inside an alleyway, so it can be easy to miss. Even so, reviewers say the food, coffee, and desserts make the walk worthwhile, and some mention coming back multiple times during a stay in Vientiane.
Is parking available at Kung's Cafe Lao?
Yes. Free street parking, Usually difficult to find a space is available.
Does Kung's Cafe Lao have vegetarian options?
Yes, Kung's Cafe Lao offers vegetarian options.
Is Kung's Cafe Lao kid-friendly?
Yes, Kung's Cafe Lao is good for kids.
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