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Bida Manda Restaurant and Bar, Raleigh, NC

Bida Manda Restaurant and Bar

4.8 (3868)
$30 and under
Laotian
222 S. Blount St., Raleigh, NC 27601

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 43 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
Bida Manda is a set of Sanskrit ceremonial terms for father and mother. We named our restaurant to honor our parents in Laos, who passed down their love of food and the belief in its power to bring people together.

Lao cuisine, shaped by the lush landscape, a spirit of generosity, and a French colonial past, is deeply connected to nature and memory. Our menu is inspired by our family’s recipes—an extension of home and a love letter to our parents.

A few notes for your visit: Reservations are highly recommended, but our bar is first come, first served. We offer a 15-minute grace period—please call if you're running late, and we'll do our best to accommodate you.

Thank you for being here. We can’t wait to welcome you.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Laotian, Vietnamese, Thai
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Fri–Sun 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • 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.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Raleigh
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    R Line, R15 City Center Deck, Moore Square Stop
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 3,868 people are saying

Bida Manda Restaurant and Bar reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Bida Manda Restaurant and Bar is celebrated for its "consistently delicious" cuisine, especially the "phenomenal" green papaya salad and pork belly soup. Guests rave about the "friendly, attentive" service and "beautiful" ambiance. It's noted for "unique" Laotian dishes and creative cocktails, making it a "must-stop" in Raleigh.

3,868 Reviews
  1. Adam

    Raleigh48 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Excellent food start to finish. We had no worries with Sawyer as our server - he was extremely attentive and friendly, including providing winning descriptions and recommendations. Only real knock is that it’s a fairly vibrant place, not good for intimacy or privacy, but good for people watching. Will be back!

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  2. Tassany

    Raleigh1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Bidi Manda is the BEST! My table got an appetizer and four different entrees, and we were all extremely satisfied with our food. Every request was accommodated and they were very aware of allergens in the food. All the staff were so nice too. 10/10

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  3. Amber

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The green papaya salad never disappoints. Our server, Sawyer, had great energy and was a delight. It's always a pleasure coming here. Thanks for being consistently delicious!

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  4. David VIP

    Greater Boston44 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything about our experience was perfection. The specialty cocktails, summer rolls, lettuce wraps, sea bass, and the pork belly soup were all amazing! Great service, wonderful ambience, and the after dinner palate cleanse completed a perfect evening!

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  5. Jennifer

    Raleigh1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I've been here several times. Best experience yet! Everyone was friendly and warm. Loved it. So thankful for this awesome restaurant.

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  6. Jason VIP

    Raleigh23 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful experience. Food and cocktails were top notch and Sam was a great host.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had the best experience! The service was outstanding and the food was absolutely delicious!!!

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  8. Nia

    San Francisco27 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful - fresh, tasty meal with friendly, attentive service. Highly recommend .

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  9. Carmelita VIP

    New York City17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were there at 5 so tables were not full yet. The food was delicious. The menu is just right, not too many choices which can be overwhelming. So glad we were able to get reservations. Great experience!

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  10. Javier

    Raleigh1 review

    3.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 1
    No A/C, instead of fixing it and closing. They remained open.. Good was very good. They know what they’re doing.

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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 3868 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 43 times today
Google Map for Bida Manda Restaurant and Bar

222 S. Blount St., Raleigh, NC 27601

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Raleigh
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Fri–Sun 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 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
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • 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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