Sao Lao Thai Cafe Menu

4.7
(500+ Reviews)
  • Customer Favorites

    Our most frequently ordered and highly rated selections.
    • Drunken noodles

      Stir fry wide flat rice noodles with soy seasoning rib eye steak, Chinese kale, baby corns basil leaves. (Mild, Medium or Spicy)
      $19.75
    • Thai chicken basil

      Stir fry chicken with soy seasoning basil leaves side of jasmine rice topped off with egg. Mild, medium or spicy
      $18.00
    • Thai Red Curry

      Sliced rib eye steak with coconut milk, red curry, bell peppers, purple eggplant and basil leaves.
      $22.00
    • Boat Noodle Soup

      Soup with rib eye steak, Asian kale, celery, bean sprouts, cilantro and pork balls.
      $19.75
    • 5 Lao eggrolls

      Crispy eggrolls seasoned ground pork, shrimp, carrots,cabbage, green onions, cilantro cellophane noodles. Side of veggies and Lao mild spice tangy fish sauce.
      $13.75
    • Lao Chicken Noodle Soup

      Handmade fresh rice noodles in a 8 hour slow simmered chicken broth, chicken quail eggs, cilantro, greens onions fresh fried garlic and black pepper.
      $19.75
    • Nam Khao

      Crispy Lao fried rice, red curry, coconut shred, cilantro, green onions fermented pork side of lettuce.
      $20.00
    • Chicken vegetable dumplings

      Deep fried crunchy chicken vegetable dumplings with a side of in house sauce.
      $9.75
    • Thai-Lao Pho

      15 hrs simmered beef broth with noodles, rib eye, quail eggs, cilantro, green onions, beans sprouts, basil.
      $17.25
    • Lao Sausage

      With sticky rice and lao tomato sauce.
      $14.50
  • Appetizer

    • Lao Sausage

      With sticky rice and lao tomato sauce.
      $14.50
    • Nam Khao

      Crispy Lao fried rice, red curry, coconut shred, cilantro, green onions fermented pork side of lettuce.
      $20.00
    • 5 Lao eggrolls

      Crispy eggrolls seasoned ground pork, shrimp, carrots,cabbage, green onions, cilantro cellophane noodles. Side of veggies and Lao mild spice tangy fish sauce.
      $13.75
    • Chicken vegetable dumplings

      Deep fried crunchy chicken vegetable dumplings with a side of in house sauce.
      $9.75
    • Stir fry Pork Basil

      Stir fry ground pork with onions, Chinese broccoli mushrooms and basil leaves. Side of jasmin rice and egg.
      $18.00
  • Salad and Soup

    • Drunken noodles

      Stir fry wide flat rice noodles with soy seasoning rib eye steak, Chinese kale, baby corns basil leaves. (Mild, Medium or Spicy)
      $19.75
    • Lao style Papaya Salad

      Shredded green papaya, fermented fish sauce, lime juice fresh chili peppers, tomatoes, and carrots mixed by using a wooden mortar, and pestle.
      $16.62
    • Thai chicken basil

      Stir fry chicken with soy seasoning basil leaves side of jasmine rice topped off with egg. Mild, medium or spicy
      $18.00
    • Filet Mignon Beef Laab

      Sliced beef filet mignon with herbs chill peppers side of sticky rice.
      $18.75
    • Tom Yum with Shrimp

      Aromatic broth seasoned with lemongrass, kaffir lime, lime juice, and chili side of jasmine rice.
      $21.00
    • Boat Noodle Soup

      Soup with rib eye steak, Asian kale, celery, bean sprouts, cilantro and pork balls.
      $19.75
    • Lao Chicken Noodle Soup

      Handmade fresh rice noodles in a 8 hour slow simmered chicken broth, chicken quail eggs, cilantro, greens onions fresh fried garlic and black pepper.
      $19.75
    • Thai-Lao Pho

      15 hrs simmered beef broth with noodles, rib eye, quail eggs, cilantro, green onions, beans sprouts, basil.
      $17.25
    • Thai Red Curry

      Sliced rib eye steak with coconut milk, red curry, bell peppers, purple eggplant and basil leaves.
      $22.00
    • Mushroom Laab

      A dish full of flavors tangy savory tons of healthy herbs. Side of jasmine rice. Ask for it mild, medium or spicy.
      $15.50
  • Dessert

    • Thai Tea

      Refreshing sweet orange tea served with ice and milk.
      $5.00
  • Xtra sides

    Mild, medium, spicy, Lao Spicy
    • Lettuce

      Crisp, Fresh Garden Lettuce - A Light and Refreshing Green Delight
      $2.00
    • Xtra veggie for Curry eggplant and bell peppers

      Extra serving of curry with eggplant and bell peppers, typically simmered in a blend of aromatic spices and coconut milk.
      $3.00
    • Steam white rice

      Fluffy steamed white rice, a simple and versatile side dish.
      $2.50
    • Steam sticky rice

      Steamed sticky rice, a simple yet satisfying side, typically consists of glutinous rice that becomes especially sticky once cooked.
      $3.00
    • Lao tomatoe salsa sauce

      A traditional Lao sauce made with fresh tomatoes, typically includes herbs and spices to enhance its flavor, served as an accompaniment.
      $1.25
    • Dark meat chicken

      Fried dark meat chicken, marinated and coated in a crispy batter, drawing inspiration from Asian flavors.
      $4.00
    • Hand made fluffy udon noodles

      Handcrafted udon noodles, known for their light, airy texture, made from wheat flour.
      $3.50
    • 4 large shrimp

      Four generously sized shrimp, typically prepared to enhance their natural flavors, often grilled or sautéed and served as a hearty complement to any main dish.
      $4.50
    • Fried hard tofu

      Hard tofu deep-fried and often accompanied by a savory dipping sauce, garnished with a sprinkle of green onions or sesame seeds.
      $3.00
    • Wide rice noodles

      Wide rice noodles, commonly used in dishes like drunken noodles and pad see ew, offering a broad, flat texture that pairs well with various sauces and ingredients.
      $3.25
    • Fried egg

      Sunny-side up egg, lightly seasoned, with a perfectly runny yolk.
      $3.00
    • 4 pork balls

      Four pork meatballs, typically seasoned with a blend of Asian spices and herbs.
      $3.50
    • 4 Xtra Quail eggs

      Four quail eggs, typically served as a protein-rich addition to complement your meal.
      $3.50
    • Xtra chicharrone (crispy fried pork skin)

      Extra portion of crispy fried pork skin, typically served as an accompaniment to main dishes.
      $3.00
    • Rib eye sliced steak

      $4.25
    • Thin pho rice noodles

      Delicate rice noodles, typically used in Vietnamese pho soup, offering a light and slightly chewy texture.
      $1.50
    • Xtra tripe for laab

      An additional serving of beef tripe, prepared to complement the flavors of laab.
      $3.50
    • In house made fresh garlic chili oill

      Aromatic garlic blended with spicy chili peppers, creating a rich, flavorful oil.
      $0.85

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