Hiding behind the yellow leaves of the ginkgo biloba tree is Lao Restaurant and Bar. This is the location that formerly housed Crafted Art of the Taco (219-A South Elm Street). It is located between Blue Denim and Pizzeria Italiano, both very good restaurants. The space occupied by Lao is long and skinny; especially cozy this time of year when we want to be inside and in the company of others. It reminds us of independent restaurants in New York City- where street-front space is at a premium.
The owners are Laotian American and also have the Simply Thai restaurants in Jamestown and Elon. Laotian food is similar to Thai food as the countries share a border. Sticky rice and chili paste dipping sauce are two popular items on the menu. They have large and small plates and a variety of meat and vegetarian options. You can pick you spice level mild/medium/hot. We're wondering if "Lao hot" is as spicy as "Thai hot." Wouldn't it be fun to eat at at every restaurant in downtown Greensboro. We just might head down there today!
Happy Thursday!
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