3lephant Noodle Shack

Asian restaurant · Aloha ·

3lephant Noodle Shack

Asian restaurant · Aloha ·

Signature Laotian noodles, authentic flavors, wings, and salads

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20001 SW Tualatin Valley Hwy, Aloha, OR 97003 Get directions

$10–20

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"This food truck located off of Silverton Road NE in north Salem is a gem of Laotian and Mien cuisine. Owner Sherry Saetern and her husband Lee Keomorakoth opened 3lephant Noodle Shack (you can say it “threelephant”) to share and represent their backgrounds. The name is a play off of the logo, which features three cartoon elephants, each with a bowl of noodles: kapoon, kaopiek, and kaosoy. These dishes are the stars of the cart, all made with vermicelli noodles and different soup bases. Kasoy is a Mien dish similar to pho with a beef broth, meatballs, and herbs, but also quail eggs and ground pork. Kapoon has a red coconut curry base and chicken; kaopiek is a chicken noodle soup. The only downside to visiting the food truck is the gravel parking lot and very limited seating, but a little strategizing can help: Take your food to-go, or call in and pick-up your orders. The couple sometimes offer specials, which they share weekly online." - Emily Teel

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3lephant Noodle Shack

Ryan A.

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Flavor 10/10 Quantity 10/10 Speed of service 10/10 Customizability 10/10 Quality of Service 10/10 (Seriously 10s across the board 😂) I cannot begin to say how great Lee and Sherry are at what they do. I came in for the Kasoy and a Thai iced tea and the dish did not disappoint and is as authentic as you can get as far as I know. Both owners are extremely kind and attentive to customer needs and wants. As with anything, if you have questions ask them! This was my first visit to this small food cart and they really are a diamond in the rough. It's cold and rainy so this was a fantastic option. The outdoor seating heaters don't work but that's unrelated to the type of service or quality of food provided. If you are looking for a flavorful, fulfilling, and warm experience please visit these two - it will not disappoint.

Ann P

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My boyfriend and I love this place! I was so excited to finally see Lao food near me instead of all the way in Portland. We've tried multiple Lao restaurants/food carts nationally and this ranks in our top 5! The food is extremely authentic and their kapoon is AMAZING! I also love the fact that they were able to take my personal requested order for Lao thum mak tua aka Asian long bean salad that's not on the menu. Similar to papaya salad, just with long beans and my fave! It was sooooo good! Highly recommended and please consider putting it on the menu as I'll have to keep bugging you guys to personally make it!!!😂

Julie C.

Google

If I could give this more than 5 stars, I would. Who would have known that this little food truck was gonna serve me the best food I've ever had in my life! My only complaint is that they won't move down to Grants Pass. If you are looking for some fresh amazing flavors, give them a try. You'll never be the same. Now I'm gonna have to go all the way up north just to get my new favorite soup. Kudos to this gentleman and his beautiful wife! If I'm in the Beaverton area any time after March, I'll come back! Thank you!

Mai N.

Google

The food is always delicious and the portions are very generous for a great price. I can always get at least 2 meals out of all of their dishes, which is great because that means I get to eat their food for even longer each time I visit. All of their noodle soups are fresh and delicious with plenty of herbs and veggies available to add in. Their stir fried noodles (ex. pad thai) and meat dishes (ex. Larb, pad krapao) are always flavorful, and their chicken wings are out of this world! And it isn't just their food that's amazing, Lee and Sherry are always welcoming with a laugh and warm smile even on a rainy day.

Elly K.

Google

We love this place! Very authentic flavor, price is good . Best cucumber salad we ever taste, wings are amazing, omelette is wonderful, generous portion. I came with 3 friends and ordered 5 meals , everything just perfect! Highly recommended! Plus the owner is very nice person.We definitely will comeback!

Jae M.

Google

If you haven't had Lao food your missing out. I'm from Portland went to Eugene for a job on the way back found this spot. And it's fire! The owners are super nice. There's a eating area 3 that's covered. And TVs if you're trying to watch a game.

Barb[AnGrace] M.

Google

Came out 1st time on a date; 10/10 I ate the whole kasoy soup so good! For days and weeks still craving it and want to go back. Will be back soon! I recommend it to my co workers friends and families.

IMGOINSSJ2

Google

We drove all the way from Eugene to try this place. There’s not much Lao food outside of Portland soo when I found out there was a place in Salem, only 1 hour away, I had to go. This place is the real deal if you want Authentic Thai/Lao food. From Kaffir Lime leaves to the Mats in the seating area. It’s like someone invited you over for dinner and made you home cooked food. I got Khao Poon, which is my favorite Noodle Soup above Pho and Khao Piak, it’s Curry Chicken Noodle Soup. Soo flavorful and you know it’s made right when you get that subtle kick of spice. My sisters got the Pad Kra Pao and they were blown away. I’ve had many of this dish but this is the best one soo far. Definitely worth the drive and We’ll be back with more people. Also, Owners are very Down to Earth and Hardworking people. Support this small business, you’re not gonna come across a lot of food like this here in Oregon. I’ll Update with some Better Photos.

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