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First, a correction: Lao Laan Xang is not Thai, it is LAO. In fact, it was the first LAO restaurant in Madison. It's a family run operation deeply rooted in the Willy street community.
Second, there are two locations: Atwood and Willy. The Willy street restaurant is the original and Atwood is the more spacious, chic 2nd location.
Third, do not get "native Lao" four stars unless you are native Lao or do not have any taste buds. I have witness many non-natives order 4 **** only to see them cry and sweat through their meals.
With those things shared, you will like Lao if you like:
*fresh veggies in your dishes or need veggie options. A favorite of many vegetarians is the curry squash. It's a delightful peanut curry stew with different kinds of squash
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* coconut curries, and such ingredients as: kaffir leaves, galangal, ginger, chili peppers, garlic, fish sauce, (optional), lime, cilantro
* great wine and beer selection considering it is a family owned operation
* variety of noodle and rice dishes
My favorite is Khua Fue: Soft wide rice noodles with stir fry veggies like zuchhini, mushroom, snow peas, broccoli and choice of meat. I get shrimp and tofu combo. The sauce must be a secret recipe because I have tried to remake it at home with no luck. Not too brothy and not to dry. Perfection!
Lao Laan Xang is comfort food--Lao style!
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