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Lao Lane Xang 2
South East Asian · 13th arrondissement, Paris
Restaurant in Paris, France
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13th Arrondissement Laotian
Price
€
Dress
Business Casual
Why go
Lao Lane Xang 2 is a value-first South East Asian choice in Paris for diners who want a credible, low-spend meal without dressing it up as a luxury occasion. The Michelin Plate recognition helps separate it from a generic casual stop; choose it for lunch or a relaxed dinner, not for a formal celebration.
About Lao Lane Xang 2
For a low-spend meal in Paris, Lao Lane Xang 2 is a sensible pick when the brief is South East Asian food at € pricing. It features a Paris location, an accessible price tier, business-casual dress code, Michelin Plate recognition, published lunch and dinner hours on most open days.
Choose it for value-led South East Asian cooking in Paris
Lao Lane Xang 2 sits in a Paris dining field where the decision may be between different levels of budget, cuisine, occasion. Against that field, the appeal is clear: the price tier stays accessible, while the Michelin Plate recognition gives it a useful credibility signal. That makes it useful for diners who want a meal that feels researched without turning into a splurge.
For a special occasion, consider its core offerings rather than making assumptions about format. If the occasion needs South East Asian food, € pricing, business-casual dress, a Paris setting, it makes sense to consider. If the occasion depends on other details, confirm those directly before planning around them.
Seasonality matters less than timing and appetite
The practical planning point here is schedule. Lao Lane Xang 2 serves lunch on Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday from 12–3 PM, dinner on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday from 7–11 PM. It is closed on Wednesday.
For first-timers, the useful strategy is to treat it as a South East Asian meal at € pricing rather than building expectations around specific menu formats or services. Solo diners and groups can plan around the hours, price tier, cuisine, business-casual dress code.
Where it fits in a Paris plan
Use this for an easy, value-led meal in Paris, not as the anchor for a luxury Paris itinerary. If the day is built around hotels, bars, or broader restaurant planning, it pairs better with practical scheduling than with assumptions about a specific service format. For broader context, compare it with Our full Paris restaurants guide, then use Our full Paris hotels guide, Our full Paris bars guide, Our full Paris wineries guide, Our full Paris experiences guide if the meal is part of a larger trip.
If the group wants a different Paris option, compare the brief rather than forcing a direct match. Pho Tai, Lai'Tcha, Mandoobar, Mắm From Hanoï, and La Gazette can help frame other dining possibilities in the city.
Planning details
- Location
- 102 Av. d'Ivry, 75013 Paris, France
- Website
- facebook.com/Lao-Lane-Xang-2-24474506332
- Phone
- +33 1 58 89 00 00
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Lao Lane Xang 2 sits firmly in the working fabric of Paris’s 13th arrondissement, trading on an ingredient network built by successive waves of Southeast Asian immigration. The room favors straightforwardness over theater: this is neighbourhood cooking that emphasizes provenance and steady technique, a quality recognised by a Michelin Plate. The tone is unpretentious and approachable, with family-run roots and a focus on honest flavors rather than tasting-menu spectacle. Diners encounter a practical, convivial environment where the food — Laotian and regional specialties sourced from specialist grocers and traders — is the point of interest rather than formal dining rituals.
Best For
This address suits groups and relaxed gatherings more than formal, celebratory nights. It’s a neighbourhood destination for people exploring Southeast Asian flavors on a budget and for diners who prize authenticity and consistency over fine-dining polish. Because it occupies a concentrated Asian quarter, it’s convenient for those making a culinary crawl of the 13th arrondissement and for friends or families who want lively, unfussy plates to share. The Michelin Plate signals dependable quality, so it also works for visitors seeking a reliably good meal without the fuss of haute cuisine.
Ordering Tips
Keep the focus on regionally specific plates: try the Lao Nems to start and don’t miss the duck with basil and tamarind for a more assertive main. The Panaché Rouamith and the beef Thai salad are highlighted signatures and give a sense of the kitchen’s range across Laotian and Thai-influenced preparations. Given the restaurant’s reputation for honest, well-executed dishes at modest prices, order a handful of different plates so you can compare textures and sauces rather than committing to a single tasting procession. Expect straightforward, satisfying flavors rather than theatrical presentation.
Venue details
Ambiance
Contemporary décor with comfortable seats, fountains, plants and statues upstairs; lively and crowded atmosphere.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Business Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- Lao Nems
- duck with basil and tamarind
- Panaché Rouamith
- beef thai salad
Planning details
Location
102 Av. d'Ivry, 75013 Paris, France · Directions
Recognition and awards
Restaurant context
How it compares with nearby low-spend Paris options
Against Pho Tai and Mắm From Hanoï, Lao Lane Xang 2 is the better pick when the group wants South East Asian breadth rather than a Vietnamese-focused meal. Pho Tai and Mắm From Hanoï make more sense when the craving is specifically Vietnamese and the meal needs to stay quick and casual.
Lai'Tcha is the closer cross-shop for diners who want Asian cooking at the same price tier but with a different feel. Choose Lao Lane Xang 2 for a more relaxed, neighborhood-style meal; choose Lai'Tcha when the group wants a sharper city-center feel at a similar spend.
Mandoobar is the better call when Korean food is the point of the night, while La Gazette shifts the decision toward modern cuisine outside the immediate Paris frame. For easiest value, Lao Lane Xang 2 remains the practical answer; for a category change, pick the peer that matches the craving rather than forcing this into every occasion.
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Compare Lao Lane Xang 2
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lao Lane Xang 2 | Paris | South East Asian | 2024 Michelin Plate | € |
| Pho Tai | Paris | Vietnamese | Michelin Guide France & Monaco 20262025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Bib Gourmand | € |
| Lai'Tcha | Paris | Asian | 2025 Michelin Bib Gourmand2024 Michelin Bib Gourmand | € |
| Mandoobar | Paris | Korean | Michelin Guide France & Monaco 20262025 Michelin Bib Gourmand2024 Michelin Bib Gourmand | € |
| La Gazette | Evreux | Modern Cuisine | Michelin Guide France & Monaco 20262025 Michelin Bib Gourmand2024 Michelin Bib Gourmand | € |
| Mắm From Hanoï | Paris | Vietnamese | 2026 OAD Casual in Europe Ranked · #111Michelin Guide France & Monaco 20262026 OAD Newly Added European Restaurants2025 Michelin Bib Gourmand2024 Michelin Plate | € |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should a first-timer know about Lao Lane Xang 2?
Go in expecting a value-led South East Asian meal in Paris. The Michelin Plate (2024) gives it a useful trust signal, the € price range makes it easier to try without much risk.
Is lunch or dinner better at Lao Lane Xang 2?
Lunch is available Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun from 12–3 PM. Dinner is available Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun from 7–11 PM. The restaurant is closed on Wednesday, Thursday is dinner only.
Is Lao Lane Xang 2 good for solo dining?
It can be a sensible solo choice if you want an affordable South East Asian meal in Paris. The € pricing makes it easy to keep the visit low-commitment.
What should I wear to Lao Lane Xang 2?
The dress code is business casual. Keep the look neat and simple rather than highly formal.
What are alternatives to Lao Lane Xang 2 in Paris?
Pho Tai, Lai'Tcha, Mandoobar, La Gazette, Mắm From Hanoï are other Paris options to consider, depending on the kind of meal you want.
Is the tasting menu worth it at Lao Lane Xang 2?
There is no tasting menu. Plan the visit around its key features: € price range, South East Asian cuisine, Michelin Plate (2024) recognition, business-casual dress code, published lunch and dinner hours.
Is Lao Lane Xang 2 good for a special occasion?
It can work if the special occasion is about keeping things easy and affordable. The Michelin Plate (2024) helps, but its core appeal is South East Asian food, € pricing, practical lunch and dinner hours on most days.
