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Please complete your profile to unlock commenting and other important features. Toronto's restaurant scene is getting a taste of Laos, and it's bringing all of its tangy and tropical freshness. This downtown street oasis will transport you to Southeast Asia the minute you walk in the door with decor straight from Laos and recipes from the country's markets. Owners Jason Jiang and Seng Luong previously founded Sabai Sabai, a Thai restaurant , but this time around, they're ready to share their own culture and stories through Lao food. You know, when the smells and flavours just instantly transport you to your childhood," Luong told Narcity. Toronto's restaurant scene is getting a taste of Lao! This downtown street oasis will transport you to Southeast Asia the minute you walk in the door with decor straight from Lao and recipes from the country's markets.

Lao lao bar

Lao Lao Bar. We obsess over every detail and share authentic Lao hospitality and a space to experience something that is vibrant, transportive, and alive. At Lao Lao Bar we seek to connect contemporary expressions of Lao culture and reinterpret our memories of home through sharing elevated food and drink, all viewed through the lens of Toronto. Contemporary expressions of authentic Lao culture viewed through the lens of Toronto. The artful design of Lao Lao Bar pays homage to the rich cultural heritage of Laos. The seat restaurant transports patrons to a layered and inviting space, inspired by the unique blend of local and French styles found in Luang Prabang and throughout Laos. Natural woven textures, hand painted motifs, and rich walnut hues surround an impactful installation of hand-made, fringed jute lamps, creating an intimate atmosphere full of playful lighting patterns. The expansive bar is a standout feature, completely tiled in expressive patterning that draws from traditional Lao textiles, and complimented by a towering back bar display of walnut and cane cabinets that frame tall cathedral windows. Thank you for considering Lao Lao Bar for your upcoming event! We are excited to accommodate you and make your event a memorable one. Do you work for Lao Lao Bar? Contact us to learn more about who's managing this profile or gain access. Log In. Sign Up. Toronto, Canada.

Jiang and Luong were both born in the capital of Laos and immigrated to Toronto's west end, where they grew up in the city's food scene, lao lao bar. Forgot password. Narcity's Brooke Houghton went to check out the new spot and gives us her honest review.

Lao Lao Bar located at 5 St. Joseph Street in Toronto is much more than just a bar. The name Lao Lao is a high-proof spirit that is distilled from fermented, glutinous rice. We did not know what to expect upon entering, as I had not heard much about the place, but I was impressed with the dining room and two semi-private spaces. Lots of natural wood and brick decorate the interior, with a long expansive bar draped in flower leis. Fringed parasol lamps adorn the high ceilings, and the central pillars are gilded in gold leaf.

By signing up you agree to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Joseph is an unassuming side street in the Bay Street Corridor. Five St. Joseph Street is the space that houses Lao Lao Bar , a beautiful heritage building that gives off a gothic feel. Toronto lacks restaurants that cater to Laotian culture and cuisine. Seng and Jason are partners in business and in life. They were both born and raised in Laos. Although, they have no formal chef training, they know how to cook.

Lao lao bar

Lao Lao Bar. Lao Lao Bar is a new Lao-inspired restaurant opened by two of the co-founders behind the now-shuttered Sabai Sabai. Located just north of Wellesley near Yonge Street, the city's latest go-to dining destination is a contemporary celebration of owners Jason Jiang and Seng Luong's Lao heritage. It's known to be cheap and potent in the backpacking community. We thought it would be fun to name the restaurant that anyone who's been to Laos can relate to," says Luong. The duo have recruited Truease Studio to help transform the former Wickson Social , and even shorter-lived Salvo Toronto , to create an eclectic space that blends natural woven textures with other motifs with a stunning central pillar gilded in gold leaf hand-painted by Domi Haban in a seat room with rich walnut hues.

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About At Lao Lao Bar we seek to connect contemporary expressions of Lao culture and reinterpret our memories of home through sharing elevated food and drink, all viewed through the lens of Toronto. Tweet Email Copy Link. These ones have a spicy element to them which hits the back of your tongue on the last chew. They were familiar with this address from its previous restaurants and nightlife. Joseph Street. The Laotians that live there have maintained their culture, their way of living and their cuisine. Featured in 1 Best of Toronto list. There was only one dessert on offer, a coconut ice cream served on top of tropical fruit. Find Lao Lao Bar at 5 St. Joseph St. It's known to be cheap and potent in the backpacking community. The menu at Lao Lao is made up of recipes Jason and Seng grew up with. Forgot password. The duo have recruited Truease Studio to help transform the former Wickson Social , and even shorter-lived Salvo Toronto , to create an eclectic space that blends natural woven textures with other motifs with a stunning central pillar gilded in gold leaf hand-painted by Domi Haban in a seat room with rich walnut hues. You know, when the smells and flavours just instantly transport you to your childhood," Luong told Narcity.

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The Heavenly Beef Jerky is a menu staple. Lots of natural wood and brick decorate the interior, with a long expansive bar draped in flower leis. This dish is a little heavy on the acidity and not as thick and spicy in comparison to a traditional Panang curry. We thought it would be fun to name the restaurant that anyone who's been to Laos can relate to," says Luong. This vegan dish is eaten in a lettuce wrap, and you can add peanuts, herbs, and chilli pepper to your liking. The man dining area and bar are lit with stunning parasol lights from France that hang like beach umbrellas over the low-level tables, and in the corner, you can spot A fiddle leaf plant brought straight from Jiang and Luong's home. Toronto Convention Centers. You can grab a chunk of the sausage and a scoop of rice and dip it into a tomato, eggplant or chilli sauce for the perfect bite. I'm a fan of dehydrated meat and enjoyed — read: devoured all of — this without the dipping sauce. Five St.