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Big Tree Cafe

46 Ban Vat Nong | Ban Vat Nong, Luang Prabang, Laos
856207776748
Ranked #17 of 73 restaurants in Luang Prabang
4.5 of 5 stars 25 Reviews
Price range: 2 AUD - 15 AUD
Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations
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Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations
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Stockbridge, United Kingdom
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2012

You sit overlooking the Mekong river watching the boats and its a great place to relax and have a beer. Laos beer is very good too. More

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Alaska
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 March 2012

Nice location overlooking the river, but slow service and so, so food. Someone recommended the chicken wings and after two weeks of noodles gave them a try. Not worth it. Mediocre food overall. More

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Sydney, Australia
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 March 2012

Big Tree offers some lovely specialities, great noodle dishes, interesting Korean sets and some lovely moments with melted cheese....yum! Mija, the owner, is a concerned host and watches over her staff well. Every meal we ate here was well presented, delicious and worth the reasonable price. A comfortable place to return to again and again as it has such a... More

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Derby, UK
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89 reviews 89 reviews
Reviews in 57 cities Reviews in 57 cities
122 helpful votes 122 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 March 2012

Read the reviews on here so put it on our list of places to eat in Luang Prabang. Setting is pleasant enough, on the banks of the Mekong and, as the name implies, under a big tree. I'm not a fan of Korean food so ordered a yellow curry, which was below average. My wife had the Laab which she... More

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Incheon, South Korea
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 March 2012

The food (I had Korean dishes) is quite good. But I must say not the best. Quite authentic Korean food, but it has slightly different flavor than the truly authentic Korean dishes. Atmosphere is great! I give 5 stars for the atmosphere. Overall, a great restaurant in Luang Prabang. More

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Seattle, Washington
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 February 2012

As the name implies, the restaurant is a sidewalk cafe under a huge tree above the Mekong River. After dark, the lights in the trees give the place a magical feel. The menu is lengthy and the food is very good. More

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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 February 2012

Sitting under this amazing tree, eating great Lao food and enjoying a Beer Lao is a great way to while-away an afternoon. Superb. More

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San Francisco, California
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 February 2012

Mija, the owner of this fine restaurant is awesome. She cooks delicious food and always has valuable helpful information for her guests. I love korean food and i really LOVE her kimchi. I've lived in korea and know a thing or two about korean food and hers is great. Really great. I'm pretty sure the other food is good as... More

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Seoul, South Korea
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27 reviews 27 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 January 2012

Big tree cafe is very famous among Korean tourists as it serves Korean food in Luang Prabang. Many Koreans recommend tourists to try there Korean ramen noodles. However I found out they have many more then Korean food. I enjoyed Lao foods served at Big Tree Cafe. You can either dine outside overlooking the beautiful Mekong river or inside which... More

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North Creek, New York
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57 reviews 57 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 January 2012

Big Tree Cafe is set under a huge Rain tree along the banks of the Mekong. Be sure to watch the birds! The Menu is quite varied, the food is very well prepared and presented. Lao and Korean dishes doninate but they have nice breakfasts too. Enjoy. More

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