Seemor
13th — Butte aux Cailles & Chinatown › Chinatown › Lao Douang Chan
Lao Douang ChanB+
161 Av. de Choisy, 75013 Paris, France
· Laotian restaurant, Thai restaurant, Vietnamese restaurant
· Chinatown
A long-running Laotian-led Southeast Asian spot known for quick, flavorful noodles and good prices, with occasional service brusqueness and rare consistency dips.
The verdict
Lao Douang Chan delivers solid neighborhood dining through strong food quality and exceptional service speed, but inconsistent execution prevents a higher grade. Neighborhood charm and park views add appeal, while generous portions and friendly prices make it competitive with respected local favorites. Long-term regulars endorse its reliability, though tight seating and occasional bland dishes reflect its casual, no-frills identity.
One caveat: Service tone varies; some diners felt staff were curt or unhelpful
What to order
- Nouilles aux trois trésors (sec ou soupe)
- Nem tra-deua (crispy rice salad style)
- Brochettes de porc
What diners say
- Broths that taste clean and balanced
- Nem tra-deua with lively crunch
- Charred, juicy brochettes
Opening Hours
Monday12:00–15:00, 07:00–22:00
Tuesday12:00–15:00
Wednesday
Thursday12:00–15:00, 07:00–22:00
Friday12:00–15:00, 07:00–22:00
Saturday12:00–15:00, 07:00–22:00
Sunday12:00–15:00, 07:00–22:00
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