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Hip, modern Lao restaurant in Raleigh known for bold flavors, exotic cocktails, and a stylish woodsy setting.

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Bida Manda

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Discover authentic Laotian cuisine and creative cocktails at Bida Manda in downtown Raleigh. Reservations recommended.

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Bida Manda offers an inspired culinary journey through Laotian cuisine with outstanding dishes and masterful cocktails served in a sleek, yet natural environment. Guests enjoy attentive table service and a vibrant bar featuring local and exotic drinks, with reservations recommended due to strong popularity.

What to Expect:

    🥢 Traditional Laotian dishes like pork belly soup and crispy rice lettuce wraps
    🍹 Creative, well-crafted cocktails and extensive beer and wine selections
    🌿 A modern woodsy interior blending upscale and cozy elements
    ✅ Reservations are essential due to frequent waits

Important Information:

    – Price Range: $30–50 per person
    – Location: Downtown Raleigh at 222 S Blount St
    – Reservations: Recommended, especially for dinner and larger parties
    – Accessibility: Fully wheelchair accessible with parking and restrooms
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📍 Local Insights

🍽️ Reservations Are a Must: Guests consistently note long waits and recommend booking in advance, especially for dinner and larger groups.

🥢 Favorite Dishes: Crispy Rice Lettuce Wraps and Pork Belly Soup are widely celebrated and often recommended to first-timers.

🍸 Bar Scene Highlights: The cocktail program impresses regulars, with signature drinks like the Toasted Rice Old Fashioned drawing particular praise.

🌿 Atmosphere and Seating: Many prefer sitting at the bar for a lively experience, while the dining area combines cozy and upscale decor.

⏰ Hours

Monday: 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Tuesday: 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Wednesday: 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Thursday: 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Friday: 11:00 AM to 2:30 PM, 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Saturday: 11:00 AM to 2:30 PM, 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Sunday: 11:00 AM to 2:30 PM, 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM

👉 Best For

Dinner, cocktails, family dining, groups, fans of Laotian cuisine

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Bida Manda

222 S Blount St
,
Raleigh
,
NC
27601

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Review Sentiment

Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Bida Manda delivers exceptional Laotian cuisine with guests raving about the vibrant flavors, especially pork belly soup and lettuce wraps. The inventive cocktail program and inviting yet trendy setting receive frequent praise. Reservations are considered a must due to the regular wait times. Some critiques mention occasional service lapses and limited menu availability late in dinner service, but overall, the dining experience garners high satisfaction.
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December 9th, 2025

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What You'll Find

Pork Belly Soup; Lettuce Wraps; Sea Bass; Cocktails; Pumpkin Curry; Shrimp Crackers; Duck Larb; Purple Sticky Rice; Chicken Curry; Summer Rolls; Key Recommendation: Crispy Rice Lettuce Wraps

📆 Best Times to Visit

Visit for lunch or early dinner to avoid peak crowds; Saturdays from 6 PM to 8 PM are busiest. Reservations highly advised.
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