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Khâluna

$31 to $50
Laotian
4000 Lyndale Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55409-1445

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Khâluna

4.7
$31 to $50
Laotian
South Minneapolis

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 59 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Great for creative cocktails
Khâluna has a resort atmosphere that will transport you to across the ocean with it’s colorful array of food that will satisfy all of your vacation cravings. It is Chef Ann’s goal to have a little something for everyone in the neighborhood, with Khâluna and The Shop at Khâluna acting as a bridge between Minneapolis and the regions of Southeast Asia.

Chef Ann believes in fair trade, and it is her goal fill her shop with curated goods from her home country of Laos, highlighting and supporting artisans by procuring market goods at a fair, viable wage-supporting price. In addition to housing hand-crafted goods, The Shop will also be used as a Private Dining Space and features a state-of-the-art cooking studio in which Chef Ann will lead cooking classes and demonstrations.

Chef Ann is excited to embark upon this journey and hopes to have the opportunity to take you along with her.

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2026

From the OpenTable editors: Ann Ahmed opened Khâluna in 2021, transforming what was once a neighborhood inn into the city's most transportive dining room. The James Beard semifinalist has spent nearly two decades sharing and celebrating Laotian food with Minnesotans and has earned plenty of acclaim along the way. Don’t miss her bucatini talay, which Food & Wine described as the most “boundary-pushing noodles,” around the country, and pair it with the red snapper crudo and a glass of the Khâluna old fashioned. The space itself feels like a luxury resort with blonde wood and rattan against cream walls—the perfect surrounding for a chef at the top of her game making Laotian cuisine shine.

Executive chef: Chef Ann Ahmed

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Laotian, Asian, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–22:00 Sun 16:00–21:00 Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00–14:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Award-winning
    1. OpenTable Icons 2026
  • Area
    South Minneapolis
  • Parking Details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at Khâluna.

4.7

4.7
(191)
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Minneapolis - St. Paul

    Best Ambience

  • Twin Cities / Minneapolis

    Best Ambience

  • Twin Cities / Minneapolis

    Innovative

  • Twin Cities / Minneapolis

    Great for outdoor dining

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Khâluna offers an "incredible ambiance" and "bold, flavorful food" with a unique menu that combines traditional Laotian and fusion dishes. Guests praise the "knowledgeable and friendly staff" and the "beautiful space." Highlights include the Massaman curry, shrimp rolls, and pistachio cake. While service can occasionally be slow, the "atmosphere is upscale-resort" and perfect for special occasions.
191 Reviews
  1. Chuck

    New York City21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    For lovers of Southeast Asian food this is a go-to in South Minneapolis. Creative dishes and complementary cocktail program, and a fresh, open, tropical ambiance. Strong recommend!

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  2. Heather

    Minneapolis - St. Paul1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I brought colleagues from out of town. The staff and server/sommolier were all knowledgeable and friendly. We shared all the dishes. The Sakoo (shiitake, cremini, pickled radish, peanuts, pistachios, tapioca pearls) was scrumptious. The Massaman is my go-to (brisket, sweet potato, roasted red onion, massaman curry broth, toasted hazelnut), and the brisket was tender; the sweet potatoes were perfect. The Mango Fish (seared salmon, crispy salmon skin, chili tamarind glaze, fried shallot, hmong cilantro, mango salad) was perfectly fine but not quite the star of the show. Our desserts were also impeccable - a pecan shortbread with chocolate mousse!

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  3. William Gold

    Minneapolis - St. Paul25 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A wonderful early dinner prior to the theater at the Guthrie! Food, service and setting were all exceptional!

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  4. Micah

    Minneapolis - St. Paul1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Khaluna is a mood, and the food never disappoints! One of the few restaurants in Minneapolis that has put just as much thought into designing its space as it has into creating its menu. If you're looking for incredible ambiance, bold, flavorful food, and unique cocktails, this is the place. It's always one of my top recommendations!

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  5. Barbara Gold

    Minneapolis - St. Paul4 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 28 September 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    We love Khaluna, and wanted to share this innovative, fun restaurant with our out of town friends. Our requested outdoor dining choice was cancelled due to staffing issues. Indeed, it was apparent during our meal that the restaurant was seriously understaffed. There appeared to be only 1 server, with trainee along, to run the restaurant. Food arrived slowly from the kitchen as well. Hoping our future visits will be up to our past great experiences.

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  6. Katie

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    4.0

    Dined on 25 September 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We arrived early for a Friday dinner, as the tables filled our server got extremely busy. Surprised they are changing valet to park in back of the restaurant parking lot.

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  7. Emily

    Denver / Colorado2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 23 September 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We loved our experience at this restaurant. The food was excellent and unique and healthy..

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  8. Nichole

    Minneapolis - St. Paul4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 20 September 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and fun atmosphere brunch has great selections. Kid friendly. Will be back

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  9. Evelyn

    Greater Boston1 review

    4.0

    Dined on 18 September 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Server was fantastic with both our allergy and celebration. Very friendly and answered any questions our table had. Was a great dinner for us!

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  10. Knox

    Minneapolis - St. Paul1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 18 September 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and pacing was perfect. It was a lovely dinner experience with my family. The cocktails were delicious and unique

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Laotian, Asian, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–22:00 Sun 16:00–21:00 Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00–14:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Award-winning
    1. OpenTable Icons 2026
  • Area
    South Minneapolis
  • Parking Details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  1. Home
  2. United States
  3. Minneapolis - St. Paul
  4. Twin Cities / Minneapolis
  5. South Minneapolis

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A photo of Khâluna restaurant

Khâluna

4.7
$31 to $50
Laotian
South Minneapolis

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 59 times today
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