Hai Hai | A Vibrant Southeast Asian Street Food Party in Minneapolis

Housed in a retro-modernized former laundromat on University Avenue, Hai Hai is a celebration of bold, fresh, and fun Southeast Asian flavors in a irresistibly lively setting. Named after the Vietnamese word for “two,” the restaurant embodies a dual spirit of authenticity and playful innovation, serving up shareable plates and tropical cocktails in a space bursting with colorful, tropical decor. ✨ The Hai Hai Experience: Step into a vibrant, high-energy dining room or its coveted year-round heated patio (the “Tiki Garden”) adorned with string lights and lush plants. The menu is a journey through street food-inspired dishes from Vietnam, Thailand, and beyond, featuring must-tries like Hai Hai’s Famous Papaya Salad, crispy Banh Xeo (Vietnamese sizzling crepes), and flavorful grilled meat skewers. The cocktail menu is a major draw, focusing on rum-based tiki drinks and Southeast Asian-inspired creations. Service is friendly and enthusiastic, perfectly matching the restaurant’s festive, communal vibe. 📝 Short Social Media Caption: “A tropical escape on University Ave. 🍹✨ Hai Hai brings the vibrant street food and party spirit of Southeast Asia to Minneapolis in a dazzling, fun setting. 📍 2121 University Ave NE, Minneapolis, MN** #HaiHai #MinneapolisEats #SoutheastAsianFood #StreetFood #TikiBar #NEMpls #VibrantVibes #ShareablePlates #TropicalEscape #TwinCitiesFoodie