Vientiane Café – Thai
Vientiane Café transports diners to the vibrant heart of Southeast Asia, where the air is perfumed with the bright, citrusy steam of Tom Yum and the savory-sweet aroma of house-made beef jerky. Guests linger over golden, lacey Banh-Xeo crepes and sticky tamarind wings, finding a lively sanctuary where every hand-rolled spring roll and delicate dumpling celebrates a rich heritage of bold, aromatic flavors.
4728 Baltimore Avenue, Philadelphia PA 19143 https://vientiane-cafe.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Thai
Price range: $
Dietary options: vegan, vegetarian, halal, gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, high-protein, low-carb, keto, pescatarian, plant-based, low-fat, whole30, paleo, diabetic, heart-healthy, sugar-free, low-cholesterol, anti-inflammatory, atkins, south-beach, weight-watchers, clean-eating, high-fiber, gerd, raw-food, volumetrics, tlc, detox, alkaline, low-fodmap, carnivore, mayo-clinic, pegan, macrobiotic, candida, lectin-free
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about the incredible steak and celebrate the menu for its consistently high-quality flavors. Guests love the nice ambiance at Vientiane, frequently highlighting the courteous and attentive service staff who ensure a seamless dining experience through regular check-ins. Reviewers highlight the welcoming atmosphere as ideal for group gatherings, noting it as a standout choice for a high-quality meal.
Menu
- Fresh Spring Rolls - $8: Soft rice paper with herbs and vermicelli, served with tangy tamarind and sweet chili sauce topped with crushed peanuts. Choice of Tofu or Shrimp. Dietary tags: Dairy-Free, Low-Fat
- Crispy Spring Rolls - $10: Filled with silver noodles, cabbage, shiitake mushrooms, deep-fried until golden. Choice of Vegetable, Pork, or Duck. Dietary tags: Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Steamed Dumplings - $10: Stuffed with onions, carrots and leeks; served with garlic-soy sauce. Choice of Vegetable, Pork, or Shrimp. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Low-Fat
- Satay - $12: Grilled on skewers; served with peanut sauce and cucumber salsa. Choice of Chicken or Tofu. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Dairy-Free, Atkins
- Homemade Beef Jerky - $14: Marinated beef with steam vegetables, served with chili peanut paste. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Dairy-Free, Diabetic, Atkins, South-Beach
- Angel Shrimp - $14: Wrapped in wonton skin and deep-fried until golden; served with sweet chili sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Fish Cakes - $14: Seasoned with mixed herbs and chili paste serve with cucumber salsa. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Banh-Xeo - $16: Asian crepe stuffed with beansprouts, onions and carrots, scallions and served with house sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol
- Sticky Tamarind Wings or Tofu - $12: Tossed in sweet and tangy sauce along with chili, lemongrass and kaffir leaves. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Tom Yum Soup - $10: Kalanga root, kaffir lime, mushrooms, broccoli, carrots and tomatoes in a spicy chili lemongrass broth. Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Pegan
- Coconut Soup - $10: Coconut milk soup with kalanga root, kaffir lime, lemongrass, onions, broccoli and carrots. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, Detox, Mayo-Clinic
- Green Papaya Salad - $14: Shredded papaya with tomatoes, garlic, chili and lime juice. Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Pegan
- Vegetarian Naam Salad - $14: Marinated rice with coconut flakes tossed with scallions, cilantro, lime leaves, and chili; served with lettuce. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic
- Yum Salad - $14: Choice of meat with Asian herbs, lemongrass, kaffir leaves, crushed peanuts and spicy lemon dressing. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Dairy-Free, Diabetic, Atkins, South-Beach, Volumetrics
- Sweet Basil Entree - $18: Sauté with garlic, bell peppers, broccoli, carrots and onions in a spicy sauce. Base price with Tofu. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol
- Ginger Sauce Entree - $18: Sauté with garlic, ginger, chili peppers, carrots, onions in a spicy sauce. Base price with Tofu. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol
- Yellow Curry - $18: Potatoes, onions, bell peppers, broccoli and carrots in a coconut broth. Base price with Tofu. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic
- Red Curry - $18: Onions, bell papers, broccoli, carrots and green beans in a coconut broth. Base price with Tofu. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic
- Laab - $18: Marinated with roasted rice powder, lime juice, kalanga, mint, cilantro, beansprouts and served with sticky rice. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Low-Fat, Clean-Eating
- Laotian Sausages - $20: Stuffed with chopped pork, lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves; served with sticky rice. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Pad Thai - $18: Thai rice noodles stir-fried with bean sprouts, mix vegetables and topped with ground peanuts. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol
- Pad See Eew - $18: Flat rice noodles with broccoli and carrots in a sweet soy sauce. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol
- Pad Kee Mao - $18: Flat noodles; pan-fried with bean sprouts, Thai basil and vegetables in a spicy garlic sauce. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol
- King's Soup - $18: Vermicelli noodles with bean sprouts, herbs, and red curry coconut broth. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic
- Extra Jasmine Rice - $3: Steamed white rice. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, TLC, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic
- Extra Sticky Rice - $3: Traditional Laotian sticky rice. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, TLC, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic
- Fried Egg - $3: Crispy fried egg topper. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Banana Chocolate Spring Roll - $10: Served with peach sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Fried Banana Tempura - $8: Drizzled with honey. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Mango Sticky Rice - $12: Sweet Mango over coconut sticky rice. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol
- Thai Ice Coffee - $6: Traditional Thai coffee with milk.
- Thai Ice Tea - $6: Traditional Thai tea with milk.
- Mango Juice - $6: Sweet mango nectar.
- Hot Tea - $2: Choice of Ginger, Jasmine, or Green.
- Soda - $3: Coke, Diet Coke, or Sprite.