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Thip Khao, Washington, DC

Thip Khao

4.9
4.9
5 Reviews
$31 to $50
Laotian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 27 times today

About this restaurant

  • Healthy
  • Innovative
  • Good for groups
Thip Khao is acclaimed chef Seng Luangrath's flagship restaurant in Columbia Heights, Washington, DC. Thip Khao serves up spicy Lao (or Laotian) dishes and classic cocktails with an exotic twist. Lao cuisine leverages tropical herbs and cooking techniques of Southeast Asia. However, the flavor profile is distinct from its fellow SE Asian countries like Thailand, Vietnam, and Malaysia. Dishes like Naem Khao (Crispy Rice Salad), Sai Oua (lemongrass pork sausage), Laab, and Tam Muk Houng (Lao papaya salad) at Thip Khao showcase the unique flavors of Laos. Many dishes are served with sticky rice. Chef Seng recommends eating sticky rice with your hands as most Laotians do. Since its opening, the restaurant has been well received by Washingtonians and critics alike. The restaurant has had national recognition from multiple publications including New York Times, Washington Post, Bon Apetit magazine, Washingtonian magazine, and Michelin Guide (Bib Gourmand).

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Laotian
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Seng Luangrath
  • Neighborhood
    Columbia Heights / Brightwood
  • Cross street
    We are located on 14th Street NW between Newton St NW and Meridian Pl NW.
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    We are four blocks north of Columbia Heights Metro station.
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan

What people are saying

Thip Khao reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Washington, D.C. Area

    Best Overall

  • Washington, D.C. Area

    Best Food

  • Washington, D.C. Area

    Good for groups

  • Washington, D.C. Area

    Healthy

  • Washington, D.C. Area

    Lively

  • District of Columbia

    Best Overall

  • District of Columbia

    Best Food

  • District of Columbia

    Good for groups

  • District of Columbia

    Healthy

  • District of Columbia

    Lively

5 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent- will definitely be back! Highly recommend.

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  2. J VIP

    Washington DC20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food. Definitely worth the reservation. :).

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  3. Bill

    Washington DC1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Top tier food with unique flavor profiles and service that meets your needs without being too much. Such a great dining experience.

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  4. Peter

    Washington DC1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Fantastic and authentic cooking. Delicious ingredients. If you are looking for southeast asian soul food, this is a superb option. Server was friendly and helpful. Small gripe: Turn the music fown a couple notches -- folks are coming here to spend quality time with each other, not do the dance club circuit.

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  5. JenniferD

    Washington DC7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food and great service! Four of us shared four dishes-perfect!

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FAQs

Thip Khao is rated 4.9 stars by 5 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 27 times today
Google Map for Thip Khao

3460 14th St Nw, Washington, DC 20010

Additional information

  • Cross street
    We are located on 14th Street NW between Newton St NW and Meridian Pl NW.
  • Neighborhood
    Columbia Heights / Brightwood
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Laotian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    We are four blocks north of Columbia Heights Metro station.
  • Executive chef
    Seng Luangrath
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan
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