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Bida Manda Restaurant and Bar, Raleigh, NC

Bida Manda Restaurant and Bar

4.8
4.8
3801 Reviews
$30 and under
Laotian
A photo of Bida Manda Restaurant and Bar restaurant

Bida Manda Restaurant and Bar

4.8
$30 and under
Laotian
Raleigh

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 46 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for creative cocktails
Bida Manda is a thoughtful gathering place celebrating the diverse food traditions and culture of Laos. The Sanskrit ceremonial term for father and mother, Bida Manda was created out of the deep love and appreciation of food and its power to bring people together.

Please be advised that we only seat complete parties. Reservations are highly recommended, however our bar seats are available at a first come first serve basis. Due to high volume, we have a 15 minute grace period, if you are running later than 15 minutes from your reservation time kindly give us a call and we will try our best to accomodate you.

Thank you so much for your continued support and we can’t wait to host you soon!

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Laotian, Vietnamese, Thai
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Tue–Sat 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (919) 829-9999
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Lon Bounsanga
  • Private party facilities
    Please allow us to be a part of your special gathering. Whether it is a birthday dinner or a corporate event, we will work with you to craft your memorable dining experience. Please contact us at info@bidamanda.com for more information.
  • Neighborhood
    Raleigh
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    R Line, R15 City Center Deck, Moore Square Stop <br />
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 3,801 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Bida Manda Restaurant and Bar offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing food" and "impeccable service." Guests rave about the "unique and delicious" dishes, such as the crispy lettuce wraps and sea bass. The ambiance is "classy," making it a top choice in Raleigh. Perfect for both intimate dinners and special occasions!

3,801 Reviews
  1. Lisa

    Cincinnati

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A lovely experience with incredible food!!! A must on every visit to Raleigh! Yum!!!!

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  2. Faye

    Charleston

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Uniquely delicious! Never had Laos food before. Food is very rich and flavorful. Thai iced tea was a tad sweet for me but nothing that melted ice or water couldn’t fix. Minus star for sea-bass price not matching on printed menu and what was charged and the sticky rice not being sticky. It was hard when served.

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  3. Jonathon

    Bhutan

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    If we could grant Michelin Stars, Bida Manda would be a recipient! We are from DC and we drive to Raleigh so that we can enjoy Bida Manda.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We stopped by for lunch - the food was great like always and we got the best service ever at Bida Manda from John who was working the bar. Everything was great!

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  5. Susan

    Raleigh

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing and consistent! The pork belly soup is a show stopper.

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  6. John

    Raleigh

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on December 3, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really great place for a special occasion dinner. Thanks for treating us so well!

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  7. Lily

    Raleigh

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 29, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    We have always wanted to try Bida Manda as we love Brewery Bhavana. The restaurant is beautiful and has nice ambiance. Our waitress came filled our water, then left for awhile before we could tell her we were ready with other drink orders. It was a bit disappointing because we could see she checked on other tables in the section multiple times and it felt a bit like we were an afterthought. We tried to order appetizers: the spring rolls and the lettuce wraps. I asked if the egg could be removed from the lettuce wrap dish as online it said you can modify most dishes, but unfortunately the egg is used as a binder in many of the dishes. The spring rolls arrived shortly after our drinks, they were crispy but overall lacked flavor. The drinks were quite good, I ordered the Pina colada and my husband ordered the end game. For entrees we ordered the pad Thai and the fried rice to share. The fried rice was okay and had good flavor, but the pad Thai was flavorless. For a fairly expensive dinner, it just didn’t live up to the flavor and service we were hoping for.

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  8. Iqra

    Raleigh

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Overall had a great first experience. The menu can be a bit overwhelming for someone new but I had some guidance from friends who have already been and the waiter was well versed on the menu, as well as allergy protocols. I do wish the tables had a bit more lighting directly above to really appreciate the food and the chairs aren't the most comfortable for dining - but food was spectacular! Don't miss out on the papaya salad if its still around - my top favorite!

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  9. Jeremy

    Raleigh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience here. Good looking place, wanted to try too many dishes for one dinner out. Will be back. Basil stir fry with steak was incredible.

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  10. Becket

    Indiana

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 22, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic best restaurant in Raleigh!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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FAQs

Bida Manda Restaurant and Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (919) 829-9999.

Bida Manda Restaurant and Bar is rated 4.8 stars by 3801 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

A photo of Bida Manda Restaurant and Bar restaurant

Bida Manda Restaurant and Bar

4.8
$30 and under
Laotian
Raleigh

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 46 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Bida Manda Restaurant and Bar

222 S. Blount St., Raleigh, NC 27601

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Raleigh
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Tue–Sat 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Laotian, Vietnamese, Thai
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    R Line, R15 City Center Deck, Moore Square Stop
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Lon Bounsanga
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (919) 829-9999
  • Private party facilities
    Please allow us to be a part of your special gathering. Whether it is a birthday dinner or a corporate event, we will work with you to craft your memorable dining experience. Please contact us at info@bidamanda.com for more information.
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