Thip Khao
RESERVATION / CARRYOUT
COVID-19 GUIDELINES
Given the recent surge of COVID-19 and Omicron Variants in Washington, DC and the indoor mask mandate lift announced by Mayor Bowser on February 28th, 2022, our restaurant will continue to require all guests 12 years and older to provide proof of vaccination (a photo copy is acceptable) with identification for indoor dining.
We appreciate your support, understanding, and cooperation for the health and safety of everyone. We want to continue caring for those sharing meals with us.
The $20 per person deposit will be fully refunded via Tock upon arrival (separate from the bill). Please expect within 5-10 business days.
If you wish to request any changes in your reservation or parties larger than 4 guests, please email us at contact@thipkhao.com
Please stay updated with our social media and newsletter. For any questions, please email boby@thipkhao.com.
HOURS
OUTDOOR PATIO & INDOOR DINE-IN (1 1/2 HOUR SEATING)
Wednesday to Monday
5p.m. to 10p.m. (final seating by 9p.m.)
CARRYOUT & DELIVERY
Wednesday to Monday
5p.m. to 9p.m.
CLOSED TUESDAYS
PRIVATE EVENTS & PARTIES / CATERING
LOCATION
View Thip Khao at 3462 14th St NW,
Washington, DC 20010 on Google Maps
TRANSPORTATION
Street Parking
We are located 3 blocks from the Columbia Heights metro
(Green/Yellow line).
ABOUT
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Seng Luangrath
Chef & Co-Owner
Chef Seng was born in Laos and fled the country during the Vietnam War. During her stay at a Thailand refugee camp of Nakhon Phanom, she learned how to cook from her camp neighbors and elders. At the age of twelve, she was the eldest of five and took on the role of caretaker of her four younger sib…
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Boby Pradachith
Director of Operation & Co-Owner
A Northern Virginia native who sought a path with food as a language to deeply learn his family's Laotian culture. His time spent in culinary school and building his craft under the best chefs in New York and Washington DC led to the opportunity to fully step in the lead role in his family busi…
CONTACT
Send us a message and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible!
PRESS
2014
Taste Test by Brightest Young Things
From Refugee to Restaurateur, Seng Luangrath Prepares to Open D.C.'s First Laotian Spot
2015
Thip Khao Review on Washington Post
DC-Area Chefs to Put on Your Radar
Best New Restaurants - Bon Appétit
2016
Thip Khao's Bobby Pradachith's Phenomenal Pop-up - Pittsburgh Magazine
Chef Seng Luangrath featured on Washington Post
Michelin Releases Its Bib Gourmand List for DC
2017
Washington chefs and restaurants earn nods as James Beard Award semifinalists
For This Mother-and-Son Chef Team, the ‘Day Without Immigrants’ Was More than a Protest - VICE
Chef Seng is leading the Lao Food Movement - Tasting Table
#RedefineAtoZ: Seng Luangrath, the Chef Leading the Lao Food Movement - NBC
A Mission To Preserve Funky Flavors on Anthony Bourdain's Parts Unknown
Zagat's 30 Under 30 National Honorees - Congrats Chef Bobby!
2018
The 2018 James Beard Awards Semifinalists
Bobby Pradachith Fuses Classic Lao Flavors with Modern Influences - Michelin Guide StarChefs - Chef Seng Luangrath
2020
Washingtonian 100 Very Best Restaurant
2021