Bida Manda
Vietnamese Food in Raleigh, North Carolina
Address: 222 S Blount St, Raleigh, NC 27601
Price Range: $$
About this restaurant
Bida Manda in Raleigh, North Carolina offers an upscale Laotian dining experience with a diverse menu featuring both traditional and fusion dishes. The restaurant is known for its signature crispy pork belly soup with coconut curry broth and its fresh, aromatic flavors that incorporate local herbs and spices. The atmospheric brick-walled space draws consistent crowds for its creative cocktails, attentive service, and authentic Southeast Asian cuisine, though some diners note the prices run on the higher end for the area.
Hours Open
Broth quality: Reviews are mixed; some praise the pho broth, while others find it bland or uninspired. There is no clear consensus.
Prices: Reviews frequently mention high prices, with some describing the restaurant as overpriced or expensive for the quality and portion sizes. Others find the value fair.
Parking: Reviews mention that parking can be difficult to find, implying street parking or nearby lots are options but not directly available at the restaurant.
Spicy options: Many reviews discuss the spiciness of various dishes, and the ability to customize spice levels is mentioned by several customers, showing spicy options are available and customizable.
Portion sizes: Reviews vary on portion sizes; some mention generous portions while others describe portions as average or small, depending on the dish.