Champa Garden

Pad Thai was pretty good, and big portion. Green curry was excellent. Thai iced tea also good, and they even put less ice when asked. Mango sticky rice just okay. Rice was a little dense, but coconut sauce is flavorful, and mangoes were rice. Friendly service

Was looking for a comforting meal around ~20 drive from Berkeley and didn’t want to spend more than $20. This homey neighborhood spot fit the bill exactly! Service was very friendly and fast. Food was delicious and well priced. The side of rice was perfectly portioned. Also had a nice array of sauces and condiments for those who like a little spice. Was delighted to see tamarind mix and pickled Serranos! We got the yellow curry and the pad see ew as well as the calamari. I would recommend eating the calamari first because it’s not as good when it’s cold. Also I got an empty calamari but it was prob a mistake. My one complaint was the soy sauce; I have a sneaking suspicion it was watered down, but then again my taste buds are particularly attuned to soy sauce quality.

Nestled in a highly residential neighborhood in Oakland, Champa Garden is a great local spot with friendly service, great food, and reasonable prices. The place has very homey decor and vibes, and the staff is very attentive and good at making you feel at home. Each of the items we ordered was great. The iced tea was among the most flavorful I’ve had. The basil fried rice is a staple. The spring rolls are fun to wrap and eat. The fish was brilliantly seasoned. Can’t wait to go back!

I love to take out of town visitors to Champa Garden. A trip here is a trip off the beaten path, away from the trendy parts of town, a trip to East Oakland, out of a lot of people's comfort zones. What kind of cuisine is it?? Is it Thai? Is it Lao? Is it Tai Lue? It's all of the above -- a cultural hodgepodge, hard to pigeonhole like the City itself. To further extend the metaphor, like Oakland, the flavors of Champa Garden are funky & fresh! The tables are covered in condiments inviting you to further customize these mashed up dishes. I haven't had anything I didn't like here. But don't miss the rice ball salad, or the Lao sausage. My son swears by their fried rice. Come take a trip to the avenues, be patient if you arrive at 7pm, over order (it's not expensive), and bring a few friends.

Staff were kind and very happy to explain everything on the menu. Pad Thai was a bit too sweet for my liking, but the salads, platter, and curry was nice! Thai tea was authentic and well-spiced, although not for those who don't have a sweet tooth. Our company also recommended the mango sticky rice!

Review is for takeout via GrubHub. 5/5, they had the order ready early and handled several orders perfectly. They're very nut allergy friendly for a Thai restaurant! I added notes to my order and everything turned out fine. Pad See-Ew (Duck) (4/5): The noodles and vegetables were very tasty, but there was very little duck in the dish. Fried Wrapped Spring Roll (3/5): I could see this being very good in person, but in a to-go order it gets too soggy. I love that they serve it with vegetables and vermicelli to make small wraps. Larp Salad (4/5): Very tasty for a "salad". The lime adds a nice kick and the portions are very sharable. Lue's Noodle Soup (4/5): Nice kick to this, the noodles were very tasty in the soup. We added beansprouts for some extra texture. Overall, my advice is to try to be on time because I can imagine that their dishes are delicious fresh, but the fried dishes don't travel too well.

Hands down, the best flavors you’ll ever have. The Curry's are amazing and I come here every chance I get. My #1 choice for eating out —- 9/13/23 The duck curry with eggplant is mouthwatering, the pad se-ew is perfection, sticky rice is great and the Thai tea is magical. I have been coming here for years, with my family, and on solo dinner dates with myself. This is the go to place for flavorful Thai food in Oakland. Not to mention the space is beautifully decorated, clean and welcoming atmosphere. Shout out to the kitchen chefs and the great service from the servers. I’m a forever customer :0) — 9/20/23 Returned two weeks in a row, ordered the pumpkin curry, pad Thai, brown rice, and a Thai tea. Will say that the flavors were more potent with last weeks visit, but still good.

Quaint family owned restaurant with yummy food. Good options for vegetarians and server was good about asking whether fish/ oyster sauce was ok or not which was much appreciated. Happened to be in Oakland for last weekend of Glowfari at the Zoo. Didnt snack in the park so I could enjoy a proper meal at Champa, have not been there in 7years or so it was a meal I was really looking forward to. The portions are good for the price which is super helpful in these times of inflation. I was shocked when I paid the bill and it was under $75 including tax and tip. We had 2 appetizers, soup and an entree. It was 2 in my party but was super happy to enjoy variety without breaking the bank and having leftovers to enjoy later in the week. I remember the food being more flavorful back in the day but it was still delicious and would go back if I am in the east bay.

Came with my group of friends right when they opened on Sunday and there were already a few parties ahead of us waiting! All the food was fresh, delicious, and made to order. Green curry was delicious and flavorful. The champa sampler was superb! A variety of different flavors and items on the tray itself. Portions were also big and great for sharing. Would recommend.

We've done takeout a few times and recently went to dine in. All the times we've picked up, it's been pretty empty (or maybe 1-2 tables). However the night we chose to dine in the place was PACKED and there was a wait!! Lucky for us, they offered us bar seating and we avoided the wait! We decided to try their fried calamari and it SHOCKED US how big the app was and how good (and different ) it was!! They tempura battered the calamari AND it came with tempura veggies. My new fav appetizer ( but must be a dine in- I feel it'd get soggy if you got it take out). We also ordered the veggie clay pot - a staple in our order. I love glass noodles and the warm veggies are extremely comforting and remind me of a home cooked meal! We ordered one of their fried rices- I can't remember which one- it was good, standard fried rice. Nothing too fancy but consistent. And then last we got a fried catfish dish. Not the first thing I would have picked on the menu, but you can't go wrong with fried food and the stir fry sauce was delish! We will be back to dine in for that calamari AND to slowly make our way thru all the items on their menu!

This is one of my go-to spots for Lao/thai food in Oakland. They are usually really busy so if you can make a reservation, it's best to to ensure you get a table. Either that, or order to go. If you can't, just be prepared to wait a bit, but just know, it'll be worth the wait! The restaurant is a decent size, clean, but the parking is pretty tricky as it's in a residential area. Service is pretty good. Everyone is really friendly and attentive. Again they are usually busy, so be patient with them. The menu has plenty of things to choose from. I usually order the appetizer sampler for the table. This comes with nam kao (crispy rice salad), Lao sausages, their eggrolls, and noodles with a side of fresh lettuce and mint, cilantro to make wraps as well as a dipping sauce. Everything is good but this last time I went, the eggrolls weren't as flavorful as they usually are. May have just had an off day. Another thing I usually order is the kao piak (chicken noodle soup) which is also really good. Comforting for this type of weather too. Honestly, anything I've ordered is usually good. Love this place! Been a staple for years!

Really long wait on a holiday night but worth it. Ordered the papaya salad Thai style. Good balance of citrus and vinegar. The chicken noodle soup Lao style was different than anything I've had. Quick thick and the noodles were thicker as well. Great flavor. My friend ordered the panang curry and that was the winner. Can't wait to come back and try more.

Frequent customers Street parking Decorated well with plants and wall art Dim lit, small restroom but booming with business Waited 15min for a 6 seat table Ordered our usual Amazing taste and good portion

Can't go wrong with the champa platter if you can't decide what dish to order! Go to for my family is the Laos noodle soup (chicken kaow piak noodle). Can't go wrong with Thai tea!

Been coming here since they opened, and was able to visit on a recent Wednesday for dinner. It wasn't good but we really tried to enjoy it anyway. The dining room had plenty of tables around 530 and was packed by 630. A large swell of noisy activity is always present near the door, consisting of take-out delivery services (which appear to be the main source of revenue). The staff pay almost all attention to take out. We had the Champa sampler, tom kha soup with shrimp, rice, and tea. We asked if they had coconut rice and due to what seemed like a misunderstanding, received a bowl of rice and a coconut with a straw to our table. The service was a major issue all night. Sampler platter was ok, but not amazing. Rice was old and clustered grains were too gelatinous and hard to eat. The small portion of noodles on the platter were also not prepared correctly-- they came out extremely gelled together so unfortunately we couldn't use them to make lettuce wraps. It came with mint but no cilantro or basil as advertised. It used to be a favorite but it needs more attention to detail to make it edible. Tom kha soup was sadly just fine but not well balanced, so it just tasted like a big bowl of sweet warm coconut milk. It lacked the balance of lime and fish oil, so it had really one note of sweet, so honestly it tasted pretty bad. I make this soup at home, and always order it when out. We barely finished one cup and the rest just sat there. Bevs: one hot tea, jasmine, and another item says red or green tea with no description. After asking the server, she said it was red or green tea. I like green tea so I got the green one, but it was actually like an ultra ultra sugary sweet bright green melon candy with a layer of condensed milk. The server did say it was tea but I really doubt it-- it seemed more like a kids drink. I bet a child would love it, but I had to leave it bc, diabetes. Which brings the main summary-- in house dining is very under staffed. We didn't have a dedicated server, and it showed. We had to go find people to help us place an order, get some rice, get a to-go box (we asked three different people over about 40 min). The questions we had were largely unanswered and we felt pretty forgotten the whole time, so when we needed things we just could have them. Definitely poor service. I would not recommend the sampler or the tom kha soup-- would not recommend eating here-- and felt disappointed with our experience.

The food is amazing and I especially love the crunchy rice. Anytime I'm in Oakland I must go here.

I get my cravings for pad thai once in a while, and decided to check out Champa Garden when I saw they had duck as a protein option! Definitely don't see that often. The pad thai starts at $12.50 if you go for the classic protein options like chicken or beef, which is very affordable for a sit down meal these days. The duck, however, is a $5 add on. Considering how much of an increase it is compared to chicken here, I had much higher expectations. It wasn't abundantly loaded with meat or anything, and a lot of the pieces were more fat than meat. I definitely don't think it was worth $5 for the upgrade. The noodles itself also seemed more on the soft and overcooked side, and a bit too saucy. Wasn't my ideal texture. I also tried the Angel Wings ($13) since it seemed to be one of their popular specialty items. I personally just didn't think stuffed fried chicken is my thing. The outer crisp was great though! I'll probably just stick to classic chicken wings in the future. Overall, if you live in the area, this is a pretty decent spot for a casual budget friendly meal if you stick to the basics.

The food was so authentic and delicious! The service was great and they were helpful and explaining my allergies.! I'll definitely be back!

Champa Garden is one of those neighborhood gems you end up craving weekly. Tucked away in East Oakland, it's a cozy spot serving up seriously delicious Lao, Thai, and Cambodian dishes. My friend and I went on a Saturday afternoon and was luckly seated right away. As we started to order was when it started to get packed. We ordered the Champa Sampler to share for the both of us. Do not skip on this dish. It's the perfect intro to their Lao-Thai dishes. We also ordered the Lao's Noodle Soup and I would highly recommend it! The staff is always friendly and welcoming, and the vibe is super casual which is great for both a quick lunch or a laid-back dinner with friends. They also do takeout really well if you're not in the mood to dine in. Portions are generous, prices are fair, and the food hits every time. Highly recommend if you're looking to explore Southeast Asian cuisine or just want a consistently great meal.

Our party of 6 had no problem getting seating here. The waiting staff were very hospitable and our server successfully remembered our order of 9 items without writing it down. Khao Piak - 5 - the noodles were chewy and soft. Thick on the starchy side in a good way. Larp - 5 - Fresh appetizer. It pairs well when you wrap it in the provided lettuce with some sticky rice. Lao Papaya salad - 2 - It was strong on the fish and the papaya felt on the more soggy side. Overall not my cup of tea. Champa Sampler - 5 - the fried rolls were crunchy. As was the nam khao. I also enjoyed the sausage. Duck curry with eggplant - 4.5 - it has regular thai flavor to it and was solid. Chicken Satay - 4 - We enjoyed this as well, but nothing special to write home about. Basil Fried Rice - 5 - I liked it.

We purchased the Basil Fried Rice, with beef, Pumpkin Curry with chicken, and the House Special which is fried catfish with eggplant, basil, and bell pepper in their house special sauce. Everything was delicious, and the service exceptional. Our water glasses we're not allowed to be empty. The dining room is simple. The only things I would've wanted different is for the Pumpkin to be a bit softer in the curry, and the beef a bit more tender 0and seasoned in the rice, but everything was still good, prices reasonable, and when I'm in Oakland I would definitely visit again.

I ordered yellow curry with fish and it was amazing. My friend ordered another dish he loved, as he had been there before. There was plenty of food, and the waiters were really nice. If you want a casual place to have a conversation, I would recommend this place! Although the inside isn't fancy, it's some of the best Thai/Laotian food I've had.

Wow, this blew our minds and was so delicious and more affordable than most other spots in Oakland! So glad they are doing well and successful. Only the sampler made it to the photo before we focused on devouring everything else. The red curry soup with chicken was delicious and a huge portion. I got an eggplant dish with bell peppers and beef. I think some of these dishes could've been spicier but at least there are a lot of sauce options so you can add to it. Drunken noodles were also good. I can't believe I wanted this long to try this Oakland staple but I will definitely return! It can get busy even on weekday nights, there was no wait when we arrived maybe around 6:30 on a Tuesday, but quickly a line formed outside.

Food - SUPER tasty thai food. ordered panang curry and pad se ew. everything was so flavorful and they also have mild option which is perfect for someone like me who can't eat too much spicy Service - super friendly staff! we got seated at the bar because they were so busy but service was prompt. Ambiance - cute little spot, hole in the wall, super nice and cozy

A local favorite with all your fav Lao/Thai dishes on the menu. If you've never been, highly recommend the Champa Sampler. It's a great solo dish, or appetizer to share, since you get some imperial rolls, lao sausage and nam khao. I love the dipping sauce that comes with this too. They serve it all with some lettuce/herbs, perfect to wrap and dip! Another fav of mine are the angel wings. These are whole wings, deboned, and stuffed with egg roll filling. Served with a sweet chili sauce, it's another yummy snack/app/entree to a main dish. A lot of people come for their noodle soups, like kasoy, kao piak, etc. The soups are flavorful and rich, super hearty, and served in giant bowls. TBH I think they give you waaaaaayyy more soup to noodle ratio but the flavor is there, so they get a pass. Spice rack on every table, so you can sauce up your food which ever way you want. Champa is an Oakland gem, and a must visit if you're ever craving some Lao/Thai food.

Interesting experience.. other restaurants have Angel Wings but it's like this fried chicken covered in this sweet, sticky sauce. The Angel Wings here are stuffed chicken wings.. what is the truth?! Unfortunately, I do prefer the former over the latter. It wasn't bad by any means; I just love more protein. I did enjoy their pla panang, crispy catfish with panang curry. Should've spent a bit more for rice but I was a bit too cheap.

A hidden gem in Oakland with flavorful, fast and affordable food! The portions are large and the food is very tasty. The appetizer with the sausage and fried onions with a dipping sauce was so delicious and I highly recommend ordering! What I love about the appetizers is that it includes fresh veggies and herbs especially the lettuce wraps. The freshness really cuts the heaviness of the meat. The catfish curry was sweet and savory! Nice fried pieces of catfish with veggies. The pad see ew was typical and something you can get anywhere so I recommend getting the specialty dishes! Definitely will be coming back for some Asian comfort food at a good price!

My go to dishes here are the Angel Wings (stuffed chicken wings) and Crispy Pork Belly. They never disappoint. However, I tried some new items this past visit. The Lao Sausages ended up being all fat/no pork, and the Fried Spring Rolls ended up being filled with 98% glass noodles and a microscopic amount of pork (see uploaded pic). There's a Viet spot in SF I've been to where the fried Spring Rolls are filled with 98% meat. These two places should collaborate to make the perfectly balanced fried spring rolls.

SO GOOD!! We ordered takeout right before closing and they still accommodated us, which we really appreciated. Everything we got was delicious. Angel Wings (10/10): My absolute favorite! Super tender and packed with what tastes like spring roll filling -- so flavorful and perfectly cooked. Champa Sampler (9/10): Comes with veggies for wrapping, which was a nice touch. The sausage was just okay, but the vinegar dipping sauce that comes with it was amazing. Basil Fried Rice (9/10): Perfectly balanced spice level -- not too overwhelming, but enough to keep it interesting. Pad Mah Kuer (10/10): A spicy eggplant dish with a smoky flavor that lingers -- seriously addictive. Since we only got takeout, I can't comment much on dining in, but the place looks like a legit, cozy Asian restaurant -- not too big, but packed with flavor. Also, bonus points: they're generous with their sauces! Def an Oakland gem and would recommend to check out!

Champa Garden is certainly a place you hear about by word of mouth by Bay Area locals both for how tasty it is and its affordability. Came here on a weekday afternoon for lunch and there was plenty of seating. The menu is pretty large so there's a lot of options to satisfy your palate for whatever Thai or Lao dish you're feeling like. For 2 people we shared a Pad Thai and Duck Curry and it was definitely a bit more than enough food. Both dishes were rich and flavorful--the Duck Curry had a classic flavor to it with pieces of duck and lots of veggies. I actually don't even like Pad Thai usually, but this Pad Thai was great--it wasn't overly sweet like some tend to make it and it had the right amount of tang and balance to it to make you want to keep eating it. Sidebar: I actually really appreciate that the bean sprouts were on the side for the Pad Thai because I'm a little bean-sprout intolerant (yes, I know I need to grow up) but you may want to consider asking about it if you want it incorporated. Service was quick, friendly, and attentive! Parking was doable although for a weekday afternoon there was a good amount of cars in the residential area taking up spots. Highly recommend to try this place when you're in the area!

I have visited this east Oakland Thai restaurant a few times before. It's in a neighborhood surrounded primarily homes except for a liquor store across the corner. Feels very homey. I had ordered the Pad See We with Thai Iced Tea. The food came out in short order. The pad see ew was a bit sparse in my opinion with chucks of broccoli, need to doctored up with chili sauce to brighten the taste. Thai ice tea was sweet. I guess I should be more adventurous in my selection. Overall, I was filled and in future visit I will try a different dish

this is saying a lot, but if you're only going to try 1 restaurant in oakland, champa should be it. the ultimate lao hood spot which perfectly captures the beautiful disaporic nature of this city. the nam kaow and fried spring rolls live in my dreams.

We went on Saturday Night around 8pm and it was packed. We put our name on the list and waited about 15 minutes till a party leaf and we were seated. The dining room is small and holds around 10 tables, give or take a few. We ordered the appetizer sampler and the stir-fried egg plant. We could have just got the sampler. It was huge and enough food for 2 meals. We ate all of our leftovers for lunch the next day. The sampler comes with a crispy rice, sausage, egg rolls with glass noodles inside, a peanut sauce and lettuce, basil, mint and other greens to wrap everything in. My favorite was the crispy rice. It was so tasty and the texture was great and it worked great rolled up in the lettuce. If you finish your greens they are happy to give you a refill. I saw another table getting a refill. They have a table that can easily fit 6 people, or it's 2 tables put together, either way the large group was happy to wait for that table than trying to squeeze into a table for 4. Parking is tight. The restaurant is located in the middle of a neighborhood and parking is street parking. We were super lucky and got a space right in front. Good thing we have a tiny car. They do have a spot set aside for pick up only. That was good to see as they had the same amount or even more take out orders while we were there. There was a steady stream of people picking up their order and delivery services picking orders for others. When we go back I'd just stick with one dish. I would order the appetizer sampler as the whole dinner. It was very tasty and fun new dish. I looked around and it seems like most tables got the appetizer sampler.

Food: 10/10 the fried wrapped chicken spring rolls were my favorite and is a must try. There's also a tofu option if you're vegetarian. Dessert we had fried banana with a side of vanilla ice cream and that was also amazing. Between this and the mango sticky rice I liked this more (and I normally love mango sticky rice) but I'd suggest their fried banana dessert! Service: very quick, attentive, and friendly. Ambiance: casual family restaurant on the corner of an intersection. I'll definitely be back!

Came on a lazy Saturday around 11:30, first time I've been there when it wasn't packed! Restaurant is on the smaller size, so it's nice to have the dimly lit vibes match a quieter space. As always food is hella on point. Nam Kaow is a must, & the Pork Thai Larp pairs really well. We always mix up some fish sauce with the jalapeños & dry pepper to add a nice & kickin sauce to em! First time having the Pla Gra Prow & it was pretty good. Green beans & peppers were crunchy & the sauce was smackin. Do wish there was a lil more catfish tho. Beef Pumpkin Curry was so good, the homegirl was about to drink it from a straw! Chicken Pad Thai is probably the weakest link here. Solid, but doesn't compare to the heavy hitting flavors of the other dishes. If you haven't been, you're missing out. If you already know wassup, then keep on!

Prices are unbeatable! Service is quick and friendly. Location is in a neighborhood so parking is limited and a little tough depending on time you go. Ambiance is dim but there are plenty of tables. I ordered the nam kao, basil fried rice with pork and noodle soup. All the food was flavorful and delicious. Highly recommend this cozy little spot for Cambodian Lao food.

Had a hankering for Tom Ka soup today, so we stopped by for lunch. Although asked, it would be even better if they used chix thigh meat vs breast (breast is too dry). But, broth is always so good. Thank you!!

When I first moved to the area this spot was where my boss took me to set expectations. It's in the middle of a neighborhood, and has a unique charm. I almost always get Pad Thai and the spring rolls but I've never had anything bad on the menu. I typically order takeout but the food is always ready and the staff is always helpful. If you're looking to support local business, look them up.

Small neighborhood family owned business. Authentic, freshly cooked & served. It's small inside so go early or order for pick up. You won't be disappointed! If you plan to eat there during Winter, bundle up! It's cold inside because lots of Togo orders & people waiting to sit down so the door is constantly opening & closing. Chicken spring rolls were an amazing surprise! Served with fresh butter lettuce & fresh sprigs of mint leaves, small side of rice noodles and an absolutely delectable garlic sauce. Fill your lettuce wrap, add sauce & enjoy!! My granddaughter loved her Pho! The crab fried rice was fresh but not enough crab. Garlic prawns were very good with lots of broth!

Love champa! Has a great mix on their menu. I've tried an array of items that are honestly all delicious but most recently ordered the Tom yum soup (so yummy, one of my fave soups), yellow curry, papaya salad and pad see ew. Everything was amazing the only thing that I would have changed is order Laos papaya salad not Thai. I like the taste of the loas better. I've tried the sampler platter, the crispy rice dish is one of my favorites. I've tried soups and all and will come back whenever I'm craving :)

What a gem. We came here in the early evening on a weeknight and stayed for a few hours. The place is small but accommodates many, up to 10 tables. The staff are attentive with filling up water and also not pushy about making you leave even if there are a lot of people. Best of all are the food and prices. Food was very good, with a lot of care put into basic dishes like even egg rolls -- which came with a bed of lettuce and greens, sauce, and noodles. Unique but tasty and like a spring roll with the egg roll. The pad Thai tofu had good flavor and the tofu is soft, not fried and hard like most places. The curry was also delicious. I will be telling others about this place, though I don't think they need the advertisement. There were so many people there on the weeknight, and it got pretty packed. However, it was pretty empty around 5 pm.

Wasn't feeling too hot and had to head to work. I ordered Tom Yum soup and a side of rice and it arrive quickly on DoorDash and HOT. Delicious. And this is a MEDIUM size bowl haha. Perfect for one person.

Amazing food, great service, and nice comfy homey ambiance. Been going here for years and it never disappoints!

I used to frequent this place when I lived in the Bay Area, so when I have the chance to go back, I took my friends here. We waited over 40 min for 3 people on a Friday night. Unfortunately, most of our dishes fell flat - it was on the bland side and nothing spectacular. Even the sampler dish was just ok - nam kaow rice was not crispy enough nor was it well seasoned. The only dish we enjoyed was the wonton soup , which is the most flavorful. For comparison, Night and Song market in LA, or Sticky Rice Lao street food in Orlando, FL, blows this place out of the water. It definitely does not deserve the recognition it deserves. Or perhaps its quality has changed since I visited over 10 years ago. However, we did randomly run into an old friend we haven't seen in 25 years here, so that was super cool.

Review is for takeout via GrubHub. 5/5, they had the order ready early and handled several orders perfectly. They're very nut allergy friendly for a Thai restaurant! I added notes to my order and everything turned out fine. Pad See-Ew (Duck) (4/5): The noodles and vegetables were very tasty, but there was very little duck in the dish. Fried Wrapped Spring Roll (3/5): I could see this being very good in person, but in a to-go order it gets too soggy. I love that they serve it with vegetables and vermicelli to make small wraps. Larp Salad (4/5): Very tasty for a "salad". The lime adds a nice kick and the portions are very sharable. Lue's Noodle Soup (4/5): Nice kick to this, the noodles were very tasty in the soup. We added beansprouts for some extra texture. Overall, my advice is to try to be on time because I can imagine that their dishes are delicious fresh, but the fried dishes don't travel too well.

I ordered a DoorDash order and got the pad seew with pork it was very flavorful and juicy in every bite. Not dry one bit 10/10

Best Laotian food in the bay! Mom and pop shop so you know it's authentic! Everything was fresh and flavorful. Super friendly staff. We got the champa sampler but we should've gotten 2 lol. So good. The pad Thai was perfect! Dont forget to double Up on the protein.

My first time eating their food. It was super delicious. Looking forward to going again.

Kaow paik is hands down the best i ever had! Pad see ew with chicken and yum woon sen spicy! Service is ok. Restaurant is alil dark and small but more chill!

Those were probably the best avocado spring rolls I've ever had. The ONLY PROBLEM is they didn't close up the second piece I ordered. Sauces served with were really delicious. Their pad ke mau was okay. Papaya salad was good. Beef larb was good for a fully cooked version. Service was quick. Ambiance is family friendly. I'd come back to try the duck plates!

Came on a Saturday for lunch and it was quite busy! Had to wait maybe 20-30 minutes for a table. Service was fast though. We got the champa sampler and the pad kee mao. We've been to Thailand can say this place is authentic. The sampler was delicious! The fried spring rolls were crispy and the sausage and fried rice were flavorful. Tasted very fresh. The pad kee mao was fine, a bit oily for our liking and not too flavorful. It felt a bit hot inside but we were there for a quick meal in and out.

Such an awesome little Thai restaurant! Would have never found this place if it wasn't for the recommendation of someone, but glad I did! I wouldn't quite call it a hole-in-der-wall, but it's pretty discrete. Like, ya gotta know where it is or even be near it to find it! But we did and now you can know about it, too! Yippie! Food was awesome, but I'm kind of a sucker for Thai... anything. Why do you think I end up here all the time?! Everyone here was super friendly, so you always have that to look forward to. I'd be back if I was ever in the area, but it's a slim chance. Honestly not sure why I was ever in the area to begin with, HEYO!! But whatever. Go forth!!

Good is great! Loved the Tom ka, fried tilapia, Thai papaya salad are my favorites. Sticky rice comes in a cute Cambodian container. The Thai tea with coconut milk is yummy. Pad se ew is awesome!

I've been coming here for 11 years. They have the best Tom Kha, and papaya salad. Whenever I'm craving a taste of home, I come here. Highly recommend the sampler platter if you want to try a number of things and if you're with a friend; the best dish to share! Literally everything I've had hear is top notch. Can't go wrong!

I came here after a disappointing meal at Imm in Berkeley. Tried the pad see ew which was flavorful and excellent. Perhaps slightly oily but still excellent. I will return.

I have been Champa Garden few times, but this is the first time ordering Pad Gra Pow with beef. It was so delicious. The beef was so tender and tasty.

I'm still getting used to Laos cuisine which is unfair to this establishment. I mean if I really loved the food it's 5 stars, but I'm still acquiring the taste. I need to get used to the sour flavors and variety of juicy textures in their salads. It was an enjoyable meal, but I'll need a couple more visits to get acclimated. It's perfectly located in what seems to be a neighborhood of homes. You won't be walking distance to the busy parts of Oakland. You're actually right in between 880 and 580 about 6-8 blocks from Lake Merritt. The staff seated us promptly on a Saturday at 6:45pm. The wait staff seemed to share responsibilities as we were able to get what we need from anyone that passes by. Food came promptly since we ordered quite a few salads. The Larp is my favorite. There is a little bit of Larp in sampler, but my friend knew I'd like it so he ordered a Lao style full order. Combined with the papaya/Thai salad I think we went overboard on the salad orders. The full order of Larp looks like a bowl of fried rice. It was nothing like fried rice. In Laos style, we ate it with lettuce and herbs (mint and basil). The Papaya salad was fine if you're into that. I'm just meh with it. My friend really enjoyed his chicken pumpkin curry. I thought it was pretty good, but we also ordered a vegetable Tom Kha soup. It also has a sweet curry flavor. I thought it was too much of a similar flavor so maybe I'd skip one or the other. The beef pad se-ew is great. They use really large flat noodles, tender beef and they balance out the greasiness with green veggies. I'll certainly try this cuisine again. I like it, but I want to love it. When I do, I think this place will receive an extra star.