COCKTAILS
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Lunar New Year Feature | Golden Serpent$16Tequila, amaretto, mango puree, fresh lime juice, simple syrup, good fortune
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Si Som Punch$16Tequila, Licor 43, Thai tea, fresh lime juice, condensed milk and agave syrup
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Roselle Freezy$16Vodka, fresh grapefruit juice, fresh lime juice, hibiscus syrup *Spirit-free option available
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End Game$16Vodka, amaretto, Kahlua, Lao coffee, coconut milk
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Spicy Khiew | Green$16Tequila, cointreau, fresh pineapple juice, fresh lime juice, cilantro and jalapeño syrup, habañero sauce *Spirit-free option available
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Rum, fresh pineapple juice, house-made coconut cream Additional variations: » Bitter +$1 » Peanut Butter and Banana +$1 » Chocolate +$1 » Spicy +$1 * Spirit-free option available
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Nutty Negroni$15Gin, Campari, sweet vermouth, Frangelico, amaretto, chocolate bitters
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Banana Bread Old Fashioned$15Bourbon, banana liqeur, black walnut bitters, sugar cubes
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Hazelnut Manhattan$15Bourbon, Cardamaro, Frangelico, black walnut bitters
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Sazerac$15Rye, brandy, simple syrup, Absinthe rinse
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Vodka, ginger beer, lime juice
BEER
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BREWERY BHAVANA BRISK (DRAFT)$8Pilsner (4.2% ABV)
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BREWERY BHAVANA GROVE (DRAFT)$12DIPA (8% ABV)
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BEER LAO LAGER(Limited Availability)$8Rice lager from Laos (5% ABV)
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FLAT ROCK SEMI-DRY APPLE$8Cider (6% ABV)
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CLOUD BREWING$8Mean Girl Strawberry Lemonade Sour (5.5% ABV)
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BROOMTAIL BREWING JOLLY ELF WINTER$8Winter Warmer Ale (8.9% ABV)
WINE
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SEASONAL SANGRIA$13 glass | $25 half liter | $49 literRed wine, seasonal fresh fruits, house-made syrup
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CHENIN BLANC$16 | $57Domaine Pichot 'Le Peu de la Moriette' Vouvray 2022
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SAUVIGNON BLANC 2 reviews$14 | $49Marisco The Ned 2022
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CHARDONNAY 2 reviews$13 | $45Maison Louis Latour Grand Ardèche 2021
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GRENACHE BLEND ROSÉ$13 | $45André Brunel Vin de Pays Rosé 2023
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PINOT NOIR$13 | $45Eric Louis 2022
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TEMPRANILLO$13 | $45Bodegas Lanzaga 'LZ'
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CABERNET SAUVIGNON$13 | $45Browne Family Vineyards Heritage 2021
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SPARKLING WHITE$12 | $43Albert Nani Organic Prosecco Extra Dry NV
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SPARKLING ROSÉ$16 | $57Louis de Grenelle NV
WINE BY THE BOTTLE
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CHENIN BLANC$80Les Choisilles Montlouis Sur Loire 2021
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TOCAI FRIULANO BLEND$60Massican Annia 2023
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CHARDONAY$95Rombauer Vineyards 2021
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PINOT NIOR$90Bourgogne Hautes-Côtes de Nuits Dames | Huguettes 2021
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CHIANTI CLASSICO$70Querciabella 2020
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BRUNELLO DI MANTALCINO$120San Polo 2018
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CABERNET SAUVIGNON$175Robert Mondavi Oakville 2021
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CABERNET SAUVIGNON$250Silver Oak Napa Valley 2019
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BRUT BLANC DE BLANCS$60Cantina Zaccagnini Abruzzo
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CHAMPAGNE 16 reviews$100Louis Roederer Collection 243 Champagne Brut
N/A BEVERAGES
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MOCKTAIL$8Spirit-free signature cocktails available. Please refer to our cocktail menu
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» Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, Ginger Ale
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San Pellegrino Sparkling Water$6
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Lao Ice Coffee$6
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Hot Coffee$4Proudly serving Larry's Coffee
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Hot Tea$6» Gunpowder Green Tea, Jasmine Green Tea, Lemon Ginger, Moroccan Mint
LAO NOODLE HOUSE LUNCH MENU
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CRISPY PORK BELLY SOUP$20.90Traditionally served as breakfast in Laos, this comforting dish features coconut curry soup broth with lime leaf, julienned vegetables, peanuts, eggs, fresh herbs, rice noodles, and crispy pork belly (Gluten Free)
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KHAO PIEK NOODLE SOUP$19.90Laos’ most beloved childhood noodle soup, with a texture similar to resemble Japanese udon noodles. Made from rice and cassava, Khao Piek is served in a fragrant coriander root chicken broth with watercress, fried garlic, crispy shallots, and herbs (Gluten Free and Vegan option available)
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LUANG PRABANG KHAO SOI$20.90At dawn in Luang Prabang, elders gather at local noodle shops to enjoy Khao Soi, a dish made in small batches and sold out within hours. The soup features tender rice noodles in an aromatic pork broth, topped
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KHAO POON COCONUT NOODLE SOUP$20.90Khao Poon is a symbol of celebration and community in Laos, often served at temple festivals and family gatherings. Vermicelli noodles served in our house-made mildly spiced chili paste with galangal and garlic coconut broth, ground pork, and crisp vegetables: shredded cabbage, bean sprouts, long beans, and aromatic herbs (Gluten Free)
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MEE KIEW WONTON NOODLE SOUP$20.90House-made pork and shrimp wontons, baby bok choy, garlic oil, fried garlic, herbs, and a clear coriander root pork broth (Vegetarian option available)
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CHICKEN CURRY NOODLE SOUP$18.90A comforting recipe inspired by mom’s chicken curry, slowly cooked with our house-made mildly spiced chili paste, garlic, yellow curry, potato, carrot, and coconut milk. Served with vermicelli noodles and fresh herbs
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LAO PHO$19.90This Lao take on a classic noodle soup combines the aroma of toasted spices with thinly sliced beef, beef meatballs, and silky rice noodles. Served with fresh vegetables, herbs and our house-made peanut and sesame Sukiyaki dipping sauce. Add beef tripe for bold flavor and texture (Gluten Free)
LAO BRUNCH FAVORITES
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LAO XUI MAI$17.90A French-Vietnamese inspired dish beloved across Laos, Lao Xui Mai is tender house-made pork meatballs simmered in a savory pork broth and served with fried eggs and Yellow Dog Bakery French baguette
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LAO CONGEE$16.90Known as "temple soup," this dish reflects the sacredness of rice in Lao culture. Slowly cooked in aromatic pork broth, the rice transforms into a smooth and comforting congee. Served with your choice of our house-made shallot pork meatballs, cod (pescatarian), or tofu (vegan)
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DAD'S SIMPLE FRIED RICE$17.90Wok-fried jasmine rice with garlic, shallots, and carrots. Topped with fried egg and your choice of shrimp, chicken, or vegetables (vegan) and served with a bowl of aromatic chicken broth on the side (Gluten Free)
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HERB SALAD NOODLE BOWL$19.90Fresh lettuce, bean sprouts, cilantro, mint, cucumber, pickled carrots, and pickled daikon are paired with peanuts and our house-made caramelized sweet chili sauce. Served with your choice of sautéed lemongrass chicken, garlic and lemongrass pork, or fried tofu (vegan)
TO BE SHARED
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KHAO JEE$14.90Golden, pan-fried sticky rice patties with tofu paste and eggs. Served with jeow som, our house-made sweet-and-sour spicy garlic sauce (Vegetarian option available)
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CRISPY RICE LETTUCE WRAPS$16.90Served as an afternoon snack in Laos, this is our most beloved appetizer at Bida Manda. Hand-tossed crunchy coconut rice with fresh herbs, fried garlic, shallot crisp, peanuts, eggs, lime, and baby romaine lettuce. Served with our house-made caramelized sweet chili sauce (Gluten Free and Vegetarian)
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SPRING ROLLS 332 reviews$16.90Filled with local herbs, vermicelli noodles, and vegetables, served with our homemade caramelized sweet chili sauce and peanuts and your choice of pork or vegetables (vegetarian)
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FRESH SUMMER ROLLS$16.90Vegetables, herbs, and vermicelli noodles wrapped in rice paper. Served with plum peanut sauce and your choice of shrimp or vegetables (gluten free available)
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CRISPY CHICKEN WINGS$16.90Six crispy fried chicken wings served with your choice of our three house-made sauces on the side: • Panang Curry Sauce (GF) • Hot Sweet Chili Sauce (GF) • Lao Spicy Roasted Habañero Peanut Sauce (GF)
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LEMONGRASS SAUSAGE$16.90Aromatic house-made pork sausage with fresh herbs, jasmine rice, ground pork belly, and served with julienned ginger (Gluten Free)
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PAPAYA SALAD 609 reviews$12.90Hand-julienned unripe papaya, tomatoes, peanuts, fresh Thai Chili, and our house-made tamarind and lime sauce (Gluten Free and Vegan option available)
APPETIZERS
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CRISPY RICE LETTUCE WRAPS$16.90Served as an afternoon snack in Laos, this is our most beloved appetizer at Bida Manda. Hand-tossed crunchy coconut rice with fresh herbs, fried garlic, shallot crisp, peanuts, eggs, lime, and baby romaine lettuce. Served with our house-made caramelized sweet chili sauce. (GF/V)
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BIDA SOMPHENG'S SALMON LAAB CEVICHE* | NEW!$18.90Fresh salmon* tossed with local herbs, shallots, lime, fish sauce, chili flakes, toasted rice powder, and served with crispy shrimp chips. (GF)
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FRESH SUMMER ROLLS$16.90Vegetables, herbs, noodles, wrapped in rice paper, and served with plum and peanut sauce, and your choice of: • Shrimp • Vegetables (V) (GF upon request)
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LUANG PRABANG LEMONGRASS SAUSAGE$16.90Aromatic house-made pork sausage with fresh herbs, jasmine rice, ground pork belly, and served with pickled ginger (GF)
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CRISPY CHICKEN WINGS$16.90Six crispy fried chicken wings served with your choice of our three house-made sauces on the side: • Panang Curry Sauce (GF) • Hot Sweet Chili Sauce (GF) • Lao Spicy Roasted Habañero Peanut Sauce (GF)
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SAO NOY’S CRISPY SPRING ROLLS$16.90Filled with local herbs, vermicelli noodles, vegetables, and serves with our house-made caramelized sweet chili sauce with peanuts and your choice of: • Ground Pork • Vegetable (V)
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LAO BEEF JERKY | SEEN SAVAHN$15.90House-made fried dehydrated beef with peppercorn, sesame seeds and spices, served with charred tomato jeow and a side of sticky rice (GF)
ENTRÉES
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CRISPY PORK BELLY SOUP$26.90Traditionally served as breakfast in Laos, this is our most comforting dish. Coconut curry broth with lime leaf, julienned vegetables, peanuts, eggs, fresh herbs, rice noodles, and crispy pork belly (GF)
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KHAO POON GAI NOODLE SOUP$25.90Khao Poon is a symbol of celebration and community in Laos, often served at temple festivals and family gatherings. Vermicelli noodles served in our house-made mildly spiced chili paste with galangal and garlic coconut broth, ground pork, and crisp vegetables: shredded cabbage, bean sprouts, long beans, and aromatic herbs (GF)
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PHO LAO$24.90This Lao take on a classic noodle soup combines the aroma of toasted spices with thinly sliced beef, beef meatballs, and silky rice noodles. Served with fresh vegetables, herbs and our house-made peanut and sesame Sukiyaki dipping sauce. Add beef tripe for bold flavor and texture (GF)
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GREEN PAPAYA SALAD$16.90Our papaya salad is made with hand-julienned unripe papaya, tomatoes, peanuts, our house-made tamarind dressing, and sticky rice. Fresh Thai Chili is added to your heat preference. With your choice of: • Vegetable (GF/V) + $7 • Grilled Ginger and Garlic Pork Neck +$10 • Crispy Dill and Lemongrass Trout (GF) +$10 • Grilled Lemongrass Chicken (GF)+ $10 • Grilled Soy Glazed Duck Breast +$12 • Grilled 12oz Ribeye Steak* +$15 • Pan-seared 8 oz Dill and Lime Leaf Sea Bass (GF) +$24 • Grilled Chef's Cut Steak +MP Ask your server to add more funk to the dish and make the papaya salad village style and we will add Padek fermented fish paste, Thai eggplants, and garlic chives to your salad |NEW!
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MANDA AMPHONE'S CURRY$24.90Slow-cooked house coconut curry with fresh root vegetables, jasmine rice, and your choice of: •Chicken (GF) •Pumpkin (GF/V)
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STIR-FRY CASHEW GINGER CHICKEN$25.90Stir-fried chicken with ginger, vegetables, mushrooms, served with jasmine rice
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SWEET CHILI SALMON$28.90Pan-seared salmon filet in our house-made caramelized sweet chili sauce; served with jasmine rice and lime vinaigrette herb salad (GF)
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BASIL STIR-FRY$27.90Vegetables, poached egg, jasmine rice and your choice of: • Beef Tenderloin • Shrimp • Tofu (V)
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PAD THAI 347 reviews$24.90Stir-fried rice noodles with eggs, tofu, peanuts, vegetables, herbs, sweet tamarind and paprika sauce, with your choice of: • Chicken (GF) • Shrimp (GF) • Vegetables (GF/V)
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MANDA’S HERB SALAD$26.90Fresh lettuce, bean sprouts, cilantro, mint, cucumber, pickled carrots, pickled daikon, and peanuts. Served with our house-made caramelized sweet chili sauce and with your choice of sauteed lemongrass chicken, lemongrass pork, or fried tofu (vegan)
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DUCK LAAB$26.90Hand-tossed meat salad with fresh local herbs, spicy lime and fermented Padek fish sauce, shredded galangal, toasted rice powder, and sticky rice (GF)
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TOM KHEM$25.90Caramelized pork ribs and pork belly in aromatic sweet soy and ginger sauce; served with hard boiled soy eggs and jasmine rice
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SAFFRON CREPE$26.90Crispy rice and turmeric crêpe with vegetables, coconut cream, and served with caramelized sweet chili sauce, herbs, lettuce, and your choice of: • Shrimp and Bacon • Vegetables (V)
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SEA BASS MOK$40.90Eight ounces of aromatic sea bass marinated in a house made curry with coconut cream, wrapped in a banana leaf and baked. Served with sticky rice (GF)
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FRIED RICE 171 reviews$20.90Fried rice with shallots, carrots, herbs in our house sweet soy sauce, fried egg, and your choice of chicken, shrimp, or tofu (GF)
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WHOLE NORTH CAROLINA FISHMarketpriceLocally sourced NC fish, served baked or fried with a seasonal vegetable. Ask your server for the weekly special. (GF upon request.)
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KUA MEE LAO | PAD LAO$24.90Caramelized fried rice noodle, julienned egg omelette, fresh herbs, bean sprouts, peanuts, and your choice of: • Pork Belly • Shrimp • Fried Tofu (V)
DESSERTS
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Purple Rice$10.90Traditional Laotian dessert with purple sticky rice, fresh mango, coconut custard, and palm sugar tamarind caramel sauce (GF)
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Duo Plate$10.90Strawberry macaron with a strawberry cheesecake filling and Lao coffee macaron with a tiramisu filling (GF)
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Coconut Blossom$12.90House-made creamy coconut ice cream, with crispy black sesame blossom cookie and roasted candy corn (limited quantities)
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Strawberry Sorbet$10.90House-made sorbet with coconut milk, tapioca pearls, and yam crisp (GF/Vegan)
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End Game$16Vodka, amaretto, Kahlua, Lao coffee, coconut milk