KUA LAO – Thai
A small Lao-Thai kitchen on West Central Avenue in downtown Lake Wales, Kualao cooks to order rather than holding anything under a lamp. Spring rolls come up again and again as the thing to start with; pad Thai and the house curries carry the rest, with Thai iced tea to cool them down and a kitchen that fields gluten-free questions confidently. The dining room is genuinely small, which regulars count as a virtue — meals never feel crowded, and the service is quick and warm without hovering. Closed Mondays and Tuesdays, so plan the week around it.
114 W CENTRAL AVE, LAKE WALES, FL, 33853 863-456-4100 https://kualaofood.com/0Cuisine: Thai
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, low-cholesterol, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, macrobiotic, soy-free
Diet fit at KUA LAO
Dairy-Free at KUA LAO
KUA LAO in Lake Wales has 3 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Lao Sausage (Sai Oua), Sticky Rice and Jeow Bong. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at KUA LAO
KUA LAO in Lake Wales has 2 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Lao Sausage (Sai Oua) and Jeow Bong. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at KUA LAO
KUA LAO in Lake Wales has 3 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Papaya Salad (Tam Muk Hoong), Sticky Rice and Lao Iced Coffee. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at KUA LAO
KUA LAO in Lake Wales has 1 vegan-tagged dish on its current menu, including Sticky Rice. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at KUA LAO
KUA LAO in Lake Wales has 2 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sticky Rice and Lao Iced Coffee. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at KUA LAO
KUA LAO in Lake Wales has 1 heart-healthy-tagged dish on its current menu, including Sticky Rice. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at KUA LAO
KUA LAO in Lake Wales has 1 low-fat-tagged dish on its current menu, including Sticky Rice. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at KUA LAO
KUA LAO in Lake Wales has 1 low-sodium-tagged dish on its current menu, including Sticky Rice. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at KUA LAO
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Sticky Rice | 6.7 g | 0.2 g |
| Thai Iced Tea | 39 g | 0 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Hours
- Wed - & Fri: 11am - 2pm Sat & Sun: 12pm -
- 8:30pmHours Sat & Sun: 12pm - 8:30pmCLOSED on Mon & Tues W: Find Us!114 . Central Ave.Lake ales, FL 33853(863) 456 - 4100
Menu
Starters
- Lao Crispy Rice Salad (Nam Khao) - $14.99: Crispy rice balls, cured pork sausage, peanuts, coconut, lime, cilantro, green onions, served with lettuce wraps Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lao Beef Jerky (Sien Savanh) - $10.99: Deep-fried marinated beef strips with sesame seeds Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lao Sausage (Sai Oua) - $9.99: Pork sausage with lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, and chilies Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Lao Minced Meat Salad (Larb) - $15.99: Choice of chicken, beef, or pork, toasted rice powder, lime, mint, cilantro, and chilies Available at: dinner, lunch
- Papaya Salad (Tam Muk Hoong) - $12.99: Shredded green papaya, tomatoes, lime, garlic, chilies, and fermented fish sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Khao Poon - $14.5: Rice vermicelli noodles in a spicy coconut curry broth with shredded chicken and vegetables Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Sticky Rice - $4: Traditional Lao glutinous rice served in a bamboo basket Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jeow Bong - $2.5: Sweet and spicy Lao chili paste with buffalo skin Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Soy Free
Beverages
- Lao Iced Coffee - $5: Strong coffee with condensed milk Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Thai Iced Tea - $5: Sweetened black tea with spices and cream
Frequently Asked Questions about KUA LAO
- Is KUA LAO dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. KUA LAO has 3 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Lao Sausage (Sai Oua), Sticky Rice and Jeow Bong.
- What can I eat at KUA LAO on a dairy-free diet?
- Lao Sausage (Sai Oua), Sticky Rice and Jeow Bong carry the dairy-free tag, out of 3 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does KUA LAO have vegan options?
- Yes. 1 dish is tagged vegan on the current menu, including Sticky Rice.
- Is KUA LAO gluten-free?
- 2 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at KUA LAO?
- Sticky Rice, at roughly 0.2g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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