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Gai Noi, short for khao gai noi, is a type of short grain glutinous rice emblematic of the northern Xieng Khouang regions of Laos, where chef Ann and her family are from. Also known as ‘little chick’ due to its spotted appearance and small shape, khao niew (sticky rice) is a staple of the Lao diet and is eaten in tandem with nearly all other dishes. So important is sticky rice in Lao culture, most Laotians refer to themselves as ‘luk khao niew’, or ‘children of the sticky rice’, as sticky rice is the sustenance of the people; the central component of any meal and gathering.
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM–9 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 1610 Harmon Pl, Minneapolis, MN 55403
Website: http://www.gainoimpls.com/
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Reviews
yuri
I’ve heard so many great things about this place, and I finally got the chance to try it yesterday and wow. The food was exceptional and genuinely blew me away. I loved that they didn’t cater to the American palate and instead stayed true to their bold, authentic flavors. The only minor issue I had was with the pad see ew noodles as they were slightly undercooked and a bit firmer than I prefer. That aside, everything else was fantastic. The atmosphere and interior were beautiful, with plenty of seating, and our server was amazing! checking in on my friend and me at all the right moments. It’s a shame I forgot to ask for her name. Overall, I seriously can’t stop thinking about the cucumber tum lao. It was perfectly balanced—sour, tangy, and incredibly refreshing. I loved every dish we tried and will absolutely be back to work my way through the rest of the menu!
… moreMiranda Siedelmann
It was busy here for a Monday night, but our party of three didn’t have to wait for a table. I loved that allergens were labeled on this menu! Super helpful. We had the Pork fried rice, drunken noodles, and yellow curry. Everything had great flavor, but the curry was our favorite. The tofu in it was really well done. The ginger mule (NA) was great and the Kanom Krok were ok, kind of chewy like mochi. Our server was helpful and explained menu items really well
… moreJackie Just
We first tried Gai Noi in September at a community event they graciously provided food for to support the Annunciation community (Please add that savory congee dish to your menu!) Shortly after we went to their restaurant to officially thank them. All of the dishes we ordered were fantastic. The vibe on their two floors are very different. Both are great. The top floor was probably our favorite as there was so much light and plant material. We will definately be back!
… moreCece
My top favourite place in Minneapolis!
The food is flavourful, it leaves wanting more.
I do recommend joining the waistlist before you leave as it gets busy on weekend nights. This was a lesson for us but the queue went quick.
The food never misses, and the taste stays consistent. Even on a busy Friday night the quality of the food wasn’t compromised. Do
try:
1. Crispy pork belly
2. Gai Basil
3. Mok Paa
The service is also 10/10! You’ll have fabulous experience here!
… moreThe food is flavourful, it leaves wanting more.
I do recommend joining the waistlist before you leave as it gets busy on weekend nights. This was a lesson for us but the queue went quick.
The food never misses, and the taste stays consistent. Even on a busy Friday night the quality of the food wasn’t compromised. Do
try:
1. Crispy pork belly
2. Gai Basil
3. Mok Paa
The service is also 10/10! You’ll have fabulous experience here!
Danielle Johnson
Love this place! And love sharing a bunch of dishes with friends. They are all delicious. The fried tofu is a highlight, so flavorful and absolutely worth it! We then split the basil fried rice, beef Laab, pad see yew, and the ton yum! can’t wait to come back.
… moreYuhui Ma
The atmosphere was really good. Glad we came across this restaurant on our trip.
The crispy pork belly and Vietnamese steak was delicious. We also got this white fish with gravy and green papayas which were okay but a bit too heavy to our taste. Overall it was a fun interesting tasting experience for Laotian food
… moreThe crispy pork belly and Vietnamese steak was delicious. We also got this white fish with gravy and green papayas which were okay but a bit too heavy to our taste. Overall it was a fun interesting tasting experience for Laotian food
Monica I
Review from 100% Laotian American. I’m a big fan of Chef Ann not only for her food but for putting Laotian food on the map in the Twin Cities. Our food is almost always covered by the Thai cuisine to attract patrons but she was bold enough to represent.
Today was my first time at Gai Noi with my nephew Ethan who actually portered at Khaluna when they first opened during covid. It was a tough time for restaurants but the restaurants are still quite popular with locals looking for a new culinary experience.
I’m Lao with a grandma that cooks all these flavors. The one thing that stood out above the rest was the crispy fried tofu. I’d eat just that with jasmine rice all day. Literally the best tofu dish I’ve had in my 37 years.
Thanks Chef Kim for creating a space to spread Lao Love.
… moreToday was my first time at Gai Noi with my nephew Ethan who actually portered at Khaluna when they first opened during covid. It was a tough time for restaurants but the restaurants are still quite popular with locals looking for a new culinary experience.
I’m Lao with a grandma that cooks all these flavors. The one thing that stood out above the rest was the crispy fried tofu. I’d eat just that with jasmine rice all day. Literally the best tofu dish I’ve had in my 37 years.
Thanks Chef Kim for creating a space to spread Lao Love.
Q Nguyen
I took my wife to Gai Noi for her birthday on Sunday, October 12, 2025. I gave her a list of restaurants and she chose Gai Noi. We also took our three boys so there were 5 people.
There are no reservations accepted except for larger parties (10 or so?) so we showed up at 5:00 p.m. No problem getting a table. We chose the 2nd floor and the decor is beautiful. It was cold and raining outside so the patio wasn’t open, but if it were a beautiful day, the patio would have been a fantastic option with the backdrop of the Basilica and Loring Park.
I referenced a review of Gai Noi by a former Star Tribune newspaper food critic. I really didn’t care for his style of writing and I definitely don’t agree with his choices of food at Gai Noi. He recommended the papaya salad in which he called a “revelation”. I thought I would give it a try. Yeah, not my favorite or any of my family’s favorite. Not worth ordering. He said it had “funky” flavors. You can give it a try, but this is really the only dish we didn’t like. The other dish I thought was a 3 out of 5 was the tofu. I think it was too breaded and dry. I prefer a lighter tempura type batter where I can taste the tofu. This batter is heavy and thick. Also the tofu was dry because I think they used firm or extra firm tofu.
What we really enjoyed was the basil chicken wings, laab gai, salmon skewers (2), shrimp skewers (2), Jasmine rice, and the sticky rice.
Also…make sure you order the dessert. We ordered the Kanom Krok (mini coconut pancakes) and the mango cremeux which is a mango custard. My wife said it was one of the most phenomenal desserts she has ever eaten. Overall, I enjoyed Gai Noi, but would usually only come for special occasions for a family of 5, which can get prohibitively expensive. This place is definitely worth a visit.
… moreThere are no reservations accepted except for larger parties (10 or so?) so we showed up at 5:00 p.m. No problem getting a table. We chose the 2nd floor and the decor is beautiful. It was cold and raining outside so the patio wasn’t open, but if it were a beautiful day, the patio would have been a fantastic option with the backdrop of the Basilica and Loring Park.
I referenced a review of Gai Noi by a former Star Tribune newspaper food critic. I really didn’t care for his style of writing and I definitely don’t agree with his choices of food at Gai Noi. He recommended the papaya salad in which he called a “revelation”. I thought I would give it a try. Yeah, not my favorite or any of my family’s favorite. Not worth ordering. He said it had “funky” flavors. You can give it a try, but this is really the only dish we didn’t like. The other dish I thought was a 3 out of 5 was the tofu. I think it was too breaded and dry. I prefer a lighter tempura type batter where I can taste the tofu. This batter is heavy and thick. Also the tofu was dry because I think they used firm or extra firm tofu.
What we really enjoyed was the basil chicken wings, laab gai, salmon skewers (2), shrimp skewers (2), Jasmine rice, and the sticky rice.
Also…make sure you order the dessert. We ordered the Kanom Krok (mini coconut pancakes) and the mango cremeux which is a mango custard. My wife said it was one of the most phenomenal desserts she has ever eaten. Overall, I enjoyed Gai Noi, but would usually only come for special occasions for a family of 5, which can get prohibitively expensive. This place is definitely worth a visit.
Angie Zielinski
We had the best experience here! Took a chance and walked in before a Twins game. We were seated immediately on the main level (there was a wait for rooftop). The food was spectacular as were the drinks and service. Our server even added special touches to our drinks when we joked that one friend had a better garnish. I can’t wait to eat here again!
… moreJessica Rodriguez
This place is amazing. Started off with a Mango Mezcal Margarita thatt did not disappoint. Ordered the jalapeño wontons and crispy fried tofu as starters. Both were amazing and would definitely re order the crispy tofu. As mains we ordered the Laab Gai, Drunken Udon and the Mee Tom Yum. The drunken udon was amazing and the star of the show was definitely the tom yum, perfect amount of spice and broth. Will definitely come back!!
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