Southeast Asian Restaurants in Saint Paul
From steaming bowls of pho to crispy egg rolls and mountains of fresh herbs, you're sure to satisfy your tastebuds at these showstopping Southeast Asian eateries.
A Bolder North
Southeast Asian cuisine is as diverse as the landscape it encompasses. The wealth of flavors from countries like Vietnam, Thailand, and Laos, combined with the herbs and spices from Indian and Chinese influence have crafted innovative dishes that range from homegrown recipes to street vendor-inspired delicacies. Luckily, Minnesota's Capital City is home to an incredibly diverse Asian community, making for a stunning collection of Southeast Asian eateries that are sure to become your new favorite place to dish up.
Vietnamese
Home to the Minnesota State Fair's iconic Giant Eggroll on a Stick and cheese wontons, this family-owned Vietnamese restaurant offers authentic cuisine with a fresh, modern twist. Try for unique specials like the Shrimp and Pork Banana Flower Salad and Squid Ink Fried Rice, or opt for classics like pho, mixed veggie and meat platters, and noodle salads.
Since 1978, this Frogtown staple has been serving up traditional Vietnamese food. Stop in for a comforting bowl of pho (rice noodle soup) and Congee (rice soup) or opt in for other unique Vietnamese delicacies like Banh Cuon (Steamed rice flour rolls filled with pork and served with ham, beansprouts, cucumber, and fresh basil).
This modest storefront is brimming with generous portions of exquisite Southeast Asian fare. To know Trieu Chau is to have a favorite dish; many fall hard for the slightly sweet, deeply savory pho broth or the mountainous bun salads.
Located in the Frogtown neighborhood on University Avenue is Trung Nam, a traditional French bakery with a Vietnamese flair. Stop in for their mouthwatering butter-layered croissants and fresh-baked baguettes that serve as the perfect vehicles for their banh mi.
Thai + Lao
This no frill eatery has flavor at the forefront with its authentic Thai dishes. Located on University Avenue in the Little Mekong neighborhood this deli offers an incredible fast-casual fix for your Southeast Asian food cravings.
This Thai restaurant on University Avenue features an extensive menu of authentic bites cooked by owner and head chef "On" Khumchaya. The family owned and operated business prides itself in its scratch-made dishes made from the freshest ingredients.
Ruam Mit family-owned and operated business that takes pride in preserving their roots through generational recipes. As a longstanding staple in the downtown community for over 35 years, it's no secret that they have something good going. Stop into pick from an expansive selection of Thai and Lao recipes that will leave you wanting to come back for more.
