Enable JavaScript to run this app.
Skip to main content
OpenTable logo
Baan Mae, Washington, DC

Baan Mae

4.8 (93)
$31 to $50
Asian
1604 7th St NW, Washington, DC 20001-3219

Make a reservation

2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
7:00 PM
Booked 22 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
  • Great for creative cocktails
We are a Laotian restaurant in the heart of the neighborhood of Shaw. Baan Mae means Mom's house in Laotian. Chef Seng of Thip Khao and Padaek is serving up dishes reminiscent of her home kitchen and her mother's kitchen.

Mom's House Reservation Policy:

All reservations are allowed a 15-minute grace period.

All parties must be present at the restaurant to be seated. If parties are incomplete by the end of the 15-minute grace period, the reservation may be moved to the waitlist upon the completion of the party.

Reservation wait times may be impacted in the case of rain or heat advisory as we will do our best to accommodate patio reservations indoors.

Due to our limited seating capacity, all reservations are limited to a maximum of 90-minute seating time and 2 hours for large parties of 5+.

Please contact us for for reservations for parties of 5+.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Asian, Laotian, Southeast Asian
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (202) 897-4826
  • Website
    https://www.baanmaedc.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Location
    1604 7th St NW, Washington, DC 20001-3219
  • Neighborhood
    Shaw
  • Cross street
    Restaurant is on 7th St NW near the intersection of 7th and Q St. NW
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    We are located 2 blocks South of Shaw-Howard University Metro station.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

Baan Mae's menu was last updated on 6/2/2022.

View menu on restaurant's website

What 93 people are saying

Baan Mae reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Baan Mae offers an enticing blend of Southeast Asian cuisines, including Laotian, Vietnamese, and Thai. Patrons rave about the "amazing food," "authentic" dishes, and "wonderful service." Highlights include the red curry with crab and spicy chicken wings. The cozy ambiance and knowledgeable staff add to the delightful dining experience.
93 Reviews

  1. judi

    Washington DC15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Soft shell crab curry was stupendous.. pork ribs were tender a flavorful. Tea salad crunchy and spicy .. all in all, a wonderful and kind experience

    Is this helpful?

  2. Jason

    Washington DC2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food is consistently good and prepared in an extremely timely manor. Staff are all friendly and knowledgeable about the menu, what to order, and how to best eat certain dishes.

    Is this helpful?

  3. David VIP

    Washington DC21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Casual setting for very good Laotian, Vietnamese, and Thai food! Under the radar spot - come for the bar.

    Is this helpful?

  4. Gavin

    Washington DC4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food, if not a bit expensive. The service was good but the offering explanations got confusing.

    Is this helpful?

  5. MICHAELA

    Washington DC2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was fantastic and the service was efficient. I only wish they could have improved seating options for parties of 2. I had a reservation (not a walk-in), and our options were high tops by the door or the bar.

    Is this helpful?

  6. Mika VIP

    Calgary3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Some of the most amazing Southeast Asian food I’ve had anywhere in the world, especially the red curry with crab and the spicy/crispy chicken wings. 10/10.

    Is this helpful?

  7. Ben

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of my favorite restaurants in DC. Such a homey atmosphere paired with delicious, authentic, and innovative Southeast Asian cuisine.

    Is this helpful?

  8. tom VIP

    Washington DC29 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a gem! Great tasting food from a cuisine I need to be educated about. The goat curry last night was terrific with just the right amount of heat. The service is warm, friendly and treats you like family We are so lucky to have this addition in Shaw

    Is this helpful?

  9. David

    Washington DC1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent vegan options—"Mom's curry" is a must-try and don't skip the watermelon juice!

    Is this helpful?

  10. StephenL

    Philadelphia County2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had cocktails at the bar and then ate in the back patio. The drinks, food and service were exceptional, one of the best meals I've had.

    Is this helpful?

FAQs

Baan Mae offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 897-4826.

Baan Mae is rated 4.8 stars by 93 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

  1. Home
  2. United States
  3. Washington, D.C. Area
  4. District of Columbia
  5. Shaw

Make a reservation

Booked 22 times today
Google Map for Baan Mae

1604 7th St NW, Washington, DC 20001-3219

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Restaurant is on 7th St NW near the intersection of 7th and Q St. NW
  • Neighborhood
    Shaw
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Asian, Laotian, Southeast Asian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    We are located 2 blocks South of Shaw-Howard University Metro station.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Discover
OpenTable
  • About Us
  • Blog
  • Careers
  • Press
More
Our sites
Businesses
  • Delight more diners
  • Open for Business Blog
Join us on
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Cookies and Interest-Based Ads
  • Cookie Preferences
Copyright © 2025 OpenTable, Inc. 1 Montgomery St Ste 500, San Francisco CA 94104 - All rights reserved.
OpenTable is part of Booking Holdings, the world leader in online travel and related services.
Booking Logo
Priceline Logo
KAYAK Logo
Agoda Logo
OpenTable Logo