Royal Lao
$$ • Sushi Bars, Thai
Hours:
26033 Eden Landing Rd, Hayward
(510) 876-8713
About Royal Lao
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Hours
| Monday | 11AM - 5PM |
| Tuesday | 11AM - 5PM |
| Wednesday | 11AM - 5PM |
| Thursday | 11AM - 5PM |
| Friday | 11AM - 5PM |
| Saturday | 11AM - 7PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Royal Lao is a small, cozy restaurant offering a menu of Thai, Lao, and sushi options. The food consistently earns high praise, with multiple reviews calling it amazing, delicious, and some of the best Lao food ever had, noting its authentic, homemade taste. Specific standout dishes include the Khao Poun, described as the Lao national dish, featuring a creamy, buttery, and slightly spicy soup with fresh ingredients. The Thum Salmon is highlighted as delicious and full of flavor, and the cucumber salad Lao style is called refreshing and perfectly made. The papaya salad Lao style receives mixed notes, considered alright but sometimes a bit salty. The restaurant offers a wide variety, including many salad options and sushi, which is seen as a nice bonus. Drinks like the avocado smoothie are called amazing—sweet, smooth, and creamy—while the Thai tea is good.
The place is small with limited seating, though there is outside bench seating. Service involves ordering at the counter, and food is made fresh to order, sometimes requiring a short wait. The staff is noted for their care, adjusting spice levels upon request. The pricing is viewed as pretty decent, and the food travels well for takeout. Overall, Royal Lao provides an authentic, high-quality meal in a cozy setting, making customers feel like they are eating at home.