




Pakaoma Thai-Lao Diner
El Cerrito
Pakaoma Thai-Lao Diner in El Cerrito is celebrated for its authentic Lao and Isaan cuisine along with Thai comfort dishes, highlighted by exceptionally generous portion sizes. Standout menu items include mok pla steamed catfish, tender short ribs, the jumbo papaya salad platter, Kapoon Lao curry noodles, and fried clear rice roll wraps. Diners also recommend finishing the meal with their fried banana and ice cream dessert.
Commenters share enthusiastic and positive sentiments, frequently affirming how delicious and visually appealing the food is. Many appreciate its convenient location next to NUGS and express interest in the red coconut curry sauce, although some diners noted a preference for milder spice options.
- Order standout dishes like mok pla (steamed catfish), Kapoon noodles, and Lao sausage
- Bring an appetite or friends to share the jumbo papaya salad platter and large portions
- Request milder heat levels if you have a low spice tolerance
- Save room for dessert with the fried banana and ice cream
- Located conveniently in El Cerrito right next to NUGS
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