Raleigh-Durham · Downtown Raleigh

Bida Manda

Name: Bida Manda
Address: Raleigh-Durham, NC, US
Price range: $$

#5 in Raleigh-DurhamLaotian$$

Awards

4.7

James Beard Regional

What People Are Saying

“Day one in Raleigh did not disappoint—especially when it came to finding some traditional Laotian comfort food! If you’re looking for an unforgettable dining experience, Bida Manda is an absolute must-visit. From the moment we arrived, we were warml...”

New Buzz

Yelp lists downtown Raleigh restaurant as the ‘spiciest bite’ in NC

CBS17.com · 3 months ago

An Oral History Of Brewery Bhavana With Vansana Nolintha

Forbes · 6 years ago

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Vansana Nolintha

Head Chef

Vansana Nolintha is a Raleigh-based restaurateur known for bringing Laotian cuisine and culture to North Carolina. He is associated with both Bida Manda and Brewery Bhavana in downtown Raleigh, as covered by Forbes.

What to Order

Lao Beef Jerky

Start with the beef jerky paired with charred tomato jeow. It shows up in multiple reviews as the move, and the crispy pork belly soup is a strong follow.

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