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| - I really tried hard to like this place. It has nice decor, and it is close to home for me. My wife and I are vegan, and love Thai food. We have gone to Vieng's probably 6-8 times, so we have given it a fair shot. We typically order the Pad Kee Mao, extra spicy with veggies and tofu. The tofu is blah, and has a not so enjoyable texture when cooked. The outside is minimally crispy, and the inside reminds me of chewy foam. Maybe it isn't pressed properly, but anyways, I usually end up eating about 1/4 and tell myself just to order with veggies and skip the tofu next time (which I always forget to do). The actual dish is mediocre. No real sauce to speak of, just a lot of crushed pepper, oil, and garlic. There are many other Thai places that have Pad Kee Mao that blow this out of the water. Also, they are never able to make it spicy enough for our taste. It's like they don't trust us when we tell them to make it as spicy as they possible can.
On a positive note, prior to being vegan, we had enjoyed some very good sushi, specifically their big rolls. The service is always quick and friendly.
Overall, this place is a disappointment. Their prices are very high (expensive lease at Crocker Park I am sure), and unfortunately, their food doesn't justify the cost. Many better options out there.
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