Khao Noodle Shop

Named Bon Appétit's number 2 Best New Restaurant of 2019, chef Donny Sirisavath's bustling East Dallas eatery was forced to temporarily close for a few weeks amid the COVID-19 outbreak. Fortunately, the restaurant has now reopened its patio for dine-in, and it also offers takeout or delivery via Favor. On the menu is an assortment of Laotian-inspired street food, ranging from noodle dishes like "Mee Katee" (rice noodles with coconut curry, pork & egg) to lemongrass beef skewers and fried tripe chicharrones. Also available are Laotian beers, Rio Fresco Hard Seltzers and wine. In addition to cooked meal options, Khao operates a mini convenience mart where it sells items such as house made lemongrass jerky, chili sauce and instant ramen noodles.