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Bida Manda

Raleigh-Durham · Downtown Raleigh

Bida Manda

#10 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...”

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Bebe Phivilay

4 months ago

Google Reviews

New Buzz

CBS17.com

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

CBS17.com · 3 months ago

Forbes

An Oral History Of Brewery Bhavana With Vansana Nolintha

Forbes · 6 years ago

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HRL Ranking

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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.

Lao Beef Jerky

Lao Beef Jerky

Signature Dish

A standout starter paired with charred tomato jeow, praised by diners as a flavor explosion and emblematic of Bida Manda's traditional Laotian comfort food approach.