I moved to Madison yesterday and have always wanted to try Lao Laan Xang since I contemplated moving here. Unfortunately, it wasn't as good as I'd hoped. I ordered a grilled catfish in banana leaf, sticky rice and steamed veggies-my food arrived cold and when I flagged down a waitress, she wasn't very apologetic. When the waiter returned with it, the rest of my table was almost done eating. The waiter quickly said "sorry about that" and rushed off. The sauce that came with my steamed veggies was strange and not warm either. All in all, it was a very odd meal combination.
My husband was very satisfied with his imitation duck curry (which was very good!). The two others at our table were disappointed-they said their meals were like a bland Chinese stir fry.
I was expecting a lot of fresh and exciting flavors....it was meh instead. I have to say I don't think I would come back, but I might try the other location.