Doi Ka Noi

Top choice in Vientiane


It took one meal for Doi Ka Noi to become one of our favourite restaurants in Laos. With a menu that changes daily (check the restaurant's Facebook page at around 8.30am to see what's available), the dishes here range from Lao standards to regional specialities most of us have never heard of, with something to appeal to both newbies and grizzled foodies.

The dining room has a charming old-school vibe with handsome food-related photos adorning the walls.


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