Laotian Restaurants near Minneapolis, MN

“Khaluna experience and food was top notch. Started the evening with a drink at the bar, got the bartenders recommendation because I didn’t know what more than half of the unique ingredients were, and I was not disappointed. Also appreciated that they had NA drink menu for my partner.
Once at the table, the server informed us that we order all items at once and they course it out. Sometimes I worry things get too rushed when they do that, but the pace was perfect, and the server recommendations were wonderful. We order 2 starter/small plates and 2 entrees and the portions were perfect for the 2 of us.
Get the shrimp rolls- the texture combo with the herbs, rice paper, and stuffing paired with the dipping sauce was wonderful.
Red snapper crudo was served in a bath of a coconut curry sauce that was so fresh.
Duck confit fried rice. Love the flavors and the pop/crunch of some rice puff pieces mixed in.
Scallop entree- amazing. Came with perfectly cooked zucchini, razor thin stacked potatoes (hasselback?), and peas, covered in a delicious green curry sauce.
We finished the meal with the pistachio cake dessert.
Service was amazing, atmosphere is warm and inviting -makes you feel like you’re at a tropical destination. The small touches tied everything with a bow. 5 stars recommend.
Parking lot is tiny and is managed by valet. Plan to find a spot on the neighborhood streets.“

“Throughout the menu there are meat and vegan options at this delicious Southeastern Asian restaurant. As someone who has lived for nearly thirty years in Southeast Asia, this is as authentic representation that one could expect in the USA. The spice level was great. The service is attentive and the decor is beautiful. Located on Loring Park across from The Walker and Sculpture Garden, it’s a fantastic lunch option. Updated from previous review on 2025-12-23“

“This place has never done me wrong when I got food here. If it was just better lit inside I'd give the Atmosphere a 5. But the place being clean and professional was enough for me.

I miss getting orders here. Food was always worth the price.“

“Friendly staff, fast service, clean atmosphere & there’s always good music being played. I am obsessed with the gai rolls! So delicious! If you haven’t had them please get them! I definitely recommend trying this place at least once, you’ll definitely be back though.“

“The food and service was good. The only complaint was that my appetizer came after my main dish. Other than that, I’d go back.“

“I ate there today with my daughters and everything was delicious! One wanted spicy and one wanted plain. The restaurant handled both requests perfectly! Everyone was great and so kind :) Top notch!“