Laodi Bar Mekong — Restaurant in Vientiane Capital

Stumbling upon the Laodi Bar while making my way down the less-popular end of the Mekong, I found this to be one of the best bars in Vientiane on all fronts. Fashioned in old sheet metal with a chic-industrial look upon the decaying fascade of a former hotel, inclusive of graffiti, this bar is owned by Laodi Agricole, a Japanese-Lao rum distillery in the Vientiane provinces. Say what you will of gentrification, the friendly, knowledgeable staff - including a wonderful Japanese bar manager - quality products, and fantastic view at sunset make this a guaranteed winner. Quite surprised this one has flown under the radar thus far. Certain to be a hit with the...

We came here because of they have draught beer. Beer was good and the music is fantastic! It's literally my playlist (90s-2000s).

Food was a bit disappointing but I cannot really expect much from a bar. The sauce of the chicken wings was good but there were only 5 small pieces 😒 Their padthai was good but serving was really small.

Get your drinks here but eat...

One of the most fun bars in Vientiane. Set in an open frame structure in front of a deserted, ruined building, they serve locally made French style agricole rum. The rum is excellent and way better than the mainstream international brands. The bar is frequented by locals, expats, and tourists. The owner is quite a character....