Vientiane Palace Ii - Madison

Best curry squash or noodle dishes in Madison. Although certainly not all their dishes are good. But I've come here once a month on average for the last 15 years because the flavors of certain dishes are just unbeatable. The negative side: (1) Non-American service. This is a family-run restaurant and the Aunties don't make small talk and they don't smile if they don't feel like smiling. (2) Only about half of the dishes are good. (3) This place is straight up dirty. The carpet should have been replaced decades ago. The whole place needs a makeover. In conclusion, if you want a sterile experience go to Chili's, Denny's, TGIF, or any number of the chemical wastebaskets currently suffocating the nation. If you want authentic food at a decent price, this is your spot.

I've only ever eaten two things here, Singapore Noodles (medium spice) and fresh spring rolls. I've been eating these two dishes here for over a decade, and have never had them be anything but delicious. It's cozy and the service is quick. If you're just looking for decor and hip ambiance, go elsewhere.

The Thai food here is delicious and authentic. The portion sizes are generous, the prices are reasonable, and the selection of beer is great!

Don’t visit for the decor—come here to delight your taste buds! Both of our dishes were absolutely delicious, featuring an intriguing twist on Thai and/or Chinese cuisine.

The portion of the pho was enormous! I'm not sure if it's truly authentic, but I was very satisfied with my meal. However, my friends mentioned that the quality of the food can be inconsistent at times.