Bida Manda
222 South Blount Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
About Us

Bida Manda is a unique institution located in Raleigh, North Carolina, offering a blend of Lao cuisine and culture. The name Bida Manda is derived from Sanskrit ceremonial terms for father and mother, honoring the owner's parents who inspired his love for food and community. The menu at Bida Manda is a reflection of traditional Lao recipes passed down from his parents, creating a culinary journey to Laos for guests.
The bar at Bida Manda offers hand-crafted cocktails using fresh juices, herbs, and infused syrups. The design of the space is influenced by Laotian holistic understanding of space and nature, incorporating reclaimed wood furniture, local art installations, and natural sticks from the mountains of North Carolina.
Whether you're looking to celebrate a special occasion or simply enjoy a unique dining experience, Bida Manda welcomes guests to indulge in the flavors and ambiance of Laos. Thank you for choosing to be a part of our community and allowing us to share our food, culture, and story with you.
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Hours open
Monday:
5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Tuesday:
5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Wednesday:
5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Thursday:
5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Friday:
5:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Saturday:
5:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Sunday:
Closed
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Reviews
"Our two appetizers and three entrees were all excellent, and the Sticky Purple Rice dessert exquisite. The restaurant was attractive and the service very good. I can highly recommend it."
"I came here with high expectations, so I feel a bit disappointed; the food was mediocre, in my opinion. Papaya salad is my favorite food, and I know what authentic flavor tastes like. It came with grilled pork neck that was supposed to be tender, but this one wasn’t. Both of them were just okay; they didn’t meet my standards. The crispy pork belly soup was okay; I like the pork belly part, but there was nothing special about the curry. One thing that I liked was the crispy rice lettuce wraps; those were pretty good. I might go back and try something different that might be more tasty. Anyway, it has a good atmosphere and decor"
"4.5 stars Really nice place, sister to brewery Bahavana. The place as expected is usually busy, I highly recommend a reservation before time. the food portions here are huge. we had one soup split into two generous bowls for us.. the tumeric yellow crepe with shrimps was delicious, the pork curry was really good, however some of the pork crisps were so hard they almost broke our teeth service was great venue is pretty nice will come back again"
"Not only incredibly special food but an upscale atmosphere and top quality service that made me want to share about it right away! Highly recommend! It would be perfect to get a couple dishes and share with a table - each flavor is bold and would be perfect to get a couple bites of each. You can ask for lighter seasoning or added spice per your preferences. Try the pho, pork belly soup, and Thai iced coffee! All delicious and a unique experience you will remember with prices that are very reasonable. They even had a candle in the bathroom and packaged our leftovers in a nice stamped bag - they thought of the entire customer experience."
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