Bacan Cafe - Vientiane

I was extremely impressed with the full vegan menu at this restaurant. The owner clearly understands veganism and even offers vegan cakes, like a real chocolate... read more I was extremely impressed with the full vegan menu at this restaurant. The owner clearly understands veganism and even offers vegan cakes, like a real chocolate layer cake with icing. I noticed that they had previously had issues with cheese, as the "vegan queen" has been removed from the menu. The sauces and guacamole were delicious, and prices range from 28000 Kip to 48000 Kip.

We tried the Empanadas, Bacan Tortillas, and Chorrillana at this restaurant. The empanadas were just okay, filled with soy protein that lacked flavor. However,... read more We tried the Empanadas, Bacan Tortillas, and Chorrillana at this restaurant. The empanadas were just okay, filled with soy protein that lacked flavor. However, the green sauce was delicious and we wished there was more of it. The tortillas were good, but mostly consisted of tomatoes, green chilies, and avocado with only a few pieces of tasteless tofu. It was fresh, but adding more marinated tofu would have taken it to the next level. The chorrillana was disappointing in taste, and even ordering extra guacamole didn't fully satisfy us. Overall, we enjoyed the South American cuisine but would likely skip the chorrillana next time. We also observed a mix-up with a vegan dish at another table, where the server had to be reminded by another employee. While everything turned out fine in the end, it seems like not everyone at the restaurant fully understands veganism.

Attention all vegans! Be cautious when dining at this restaurant. I ordered four dishes from their vegan menu, including a vegan quesadilla. Despite asking befo... read more Attention all vegans! Be cautious when dining at this restaurant. I ordered four dishes from their vegan menu, including a vegan quesadilla. Despite asking beforehand if they were indeed vegan, I discovered after biting into them and swallowing a mouthful that they contained cheese. The employees confirmed this error and apologized sincerely, but it is not acceptable to misrepresent dishes as vegan when they are not. Additionally, they accused me of ordering a quesadilla, which further added to the disappointment.

All we had was fine, but never really good. I think they are a little conservative with the taste not fear of customers I do not appreciate. The staff was nice... read more All we had was fine, but never really good. I think they are a little conservative with the taste not fear of customers I do not appreciate. The staff was nice and helpful, the food was nice, but a little bland.

I just wanted coffee, but I discovered they not only have coffee but also vegan food. You can have your coffee with vegan soy or almond milks (no soy+cow milk,... read more I just wanted coffee, but I discovered they not only have coffee but also vegan food. You can have your coffee with vegan soy or almond milks (no soy+cow milk, actual vegan milks, I checked. They have a whole section on the back of the menu with vegan/veg items. It seems the owner has a full understanding of veganism, but if I had some of the items with bread I would still double check the ingredients since this is still Asia. Some desserts might be vegan and the staff can point out which ones are available. The staff are great, and when I started asking questions the guy who i think is the owner immediately asked if I had a vegan diet or likewise. Paper and plastic straws are available. This is also a good place to sit with a laptop since they have many power outlets and the WiFi speed is very good.