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: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Vientiane Café
Dairy-Free at Vientiane Café
Vientiane Café in Philadelphia has 9 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mango Sticky Rice, Extra Sticky Rice and Extra Jasmine Rice. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Vientiane Café
Vientiane Café in Philadelphia has 2 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Coconut Soup and Tom Yum Soup. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Vientiane Café
Vientiane Café in Philadelphia has 21 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mango Sticky Rice, Extra Sticky Rice and Extra Jasmine Rice. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Vientiane Café
Vientiane Café in Philadelphia has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Pad Kee Mao. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Vientiane Café
Vientiane Café in Philadelphia has 2 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Coconut Soup and Thai Ice Coffee. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Vientiane Café
Vientiane Café in Philadelphia has 3 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Coconut Soup, Mango Juice and Thai Ice Coffee. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Vientiane Café
Vientiane Café in Philadelphia has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Coconut Soup. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Vientiane Café
Vientiane Café in Philadelphia has 9 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mango Sticky Rice, Extra Sticky Rice and Extra Jasmine 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 Vientiane Café
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Laab | 68.4 g | 64.9 g |
| Pad Kee Mao | 19.6 g | 49.7 g |
| Homemade Beef Jerky | 13.1 g | 31.9 g |
| Green Papaya Salad | 29 g | 18.3 g |
| Yum Salad | 77.1 g | 17.9 g |
| Sweet Basil Entree | 51.1 g | 15.5 g |
| Vegetarian Naam Salad | 14.7 g | 13.8 g |
| Tom Yum Soup | 52.5 g | 11.2 g |
| Red Curry | 14 g | 7.4 g |
| Ginger Sauce Entree | 28.5 g | 6.1 g |
| Fried Banana Tempura | 26.1 g | 5.9 g |
| Crispy Spring Rolls | 4.2 g | 5.3 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
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
Appetizers
- 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: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Spring Rolls - $10: Filled with silver noodles, cabbage, shiitake mushrooms, deep-fried until golden. Choice of Vegetable, Pork, or Duck. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steamed Dumplings - $10: Stuffed with onions, carrots and leeks; served with garlic-soy sauce. Choice of Vegetable, Pork, or Shrimp. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Satay - $12: Grilled on skewers; served with peanut sauce and cucumber salsa. Choice of Chicken or Tofu. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Homemade Beef Jerky - $14: Marinated beef with steam vegetables, served with chili peanut paste. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Angel Shrimp - $14: Wrapped in wonton skin and deep-fried until golden; served with sweet chili sauce. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fish Cakes - $14: Seasoned with mixed herbs and chili paste serve with cucumber salsa. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Banh-Xeo - $16: Asian crepe stuffed with beansprouts, onions and carrots, scallions and served with house sauce. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sticky Tamarind Wings or Tofu - $12: Tossed in sweet and tangy sauce along with chili, lemongrass and kaffir leaves. Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups & Salads
- Tom Yum Soup - $10: Kalanga root, kaffir lime, mushrooms, broccoli, carrots and tomatoes in a spicy chili lemongrass broth. Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Coconut Soup - $10: Coconut milk soup with kalanga root, kaffir lime, lemongrass, onions, broccoli and carrots. Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Alkaline, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Green Papaya Salad - $14: Shredded papaya with tomatoes, garlic, chili and lime juice. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetarian Naam Salad - $14: Marinated rice with coconut flakes tossed with scallions, cilantro, lime leaves, and chili; served with lettuce. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yum Salad - $14: Choice of meat with Asian herbs, lemongrass, kaffir leaves, crushed peanuts and spicy lemon dressing. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Sweet Basil Entree - $18: Sauté with garlic, bell peppers, broccoli, carrots and onions in a spicy sauce. Base price with Tofu. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ginger Sauce Entree - $18: Sauté with garlic, ginger, chili peppers, carrots, onions in a spicy sauce. Base price with Tofu. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yellow Curry - $18: Potatoes, onions, bell peppers, broccoli and carrots in a coconut broth. Base price with Tofu. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Red Curry - $18: Onions, bell papers, broccoli, carrots and green beans in a coconut broth. Base price with Tofu. Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, TLC, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Laab - $18: Marinated with roasted rice powder, lime juice, kalanga, mint, cilantro, beansprouts and served with sticky rice. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Laotian Sausages - $20: Stuffed with chopped pork, lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves; served with sticky rice. Available at: dinner, lunch
Noodle Dishes
- Pad Thai - $18: Thai rice noodles stir-fried with bean sprouts, mix vegetables and topped with ground peanuts. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pad See Eew - $18: Flat rice noodles with broccoli and carrots in a sweet soy sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pad Kee Mao - $18: Flat noodles; pan-fried with bean sprouts, Thai basil and vegetables in a spicy garlic sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- King's Soup - $18: Vermicelli noodles with bean sprouts, herbs, and red curry coconut broth. Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Extra Jasmine Rice - $3: Steamed white rice. 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, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Extra Sticky Rice - $3: Traditional Laotian sticky rice. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Egg - $3: Crispy fried egg topper. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
Desserts
- Banana Chocolate Spring Roll - $10: Served with peach sauce. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Fried Banana Tempura - $8: Drizzled with honey. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Mango Sticky Rice - $12: Sweet Mango over coconut sticky rice. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic
Beverages
- Thai Ice Coffee - $6: Traditional Thai coffee with milk. Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC
- Thai Ice Tea - $6: Traditional Thai tea with milk. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC
- Mango Juice - $6: Sweet mango nectar. Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Juice-Cleanse, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Hot Tea - $2: Choice of Ginger, Jasmine, or Green.
- Soda - $3: Coke, Diet Coke, or Sprite.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vientiane Café
- Is Vientiane Café dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Vientiane Café has 9 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mango Sticky Rice, Extra Sticky Rice and Extra Jasmine Rice.
- What can I eat at Vientiane Café on a dairy-free diet?
- Mango Sticky Rice, Extra Sticky Rice and Extra Jasmine Rice carry the dairy-free tag, out of 9 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Vientiane Café have vegan options?
- Yes. 9 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Mango Sticky Rice and Extra Sticky Rice.
- Is Vientiane Café 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 Vientiane Café?
- Laab, at roughly 64.9g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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