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Budsi’s Authentic Thai

Thai Restaurant, Vegan Soup

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Top tips

Ask about: cross-contamination Ask about: uncertain ingredients

  • Try the Tom Kia soup with tofu and mushrooms for a flavorful vegan experience.
  • Ask for the separate vegan menu displayed on the wall to see all vegan options.
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  • Consider the drunken noodles and Thai fried rice as standout vegan dishes.
  • Mention no egg and no fish/oyster sauce explicitly to ensure vegan preparation.
  • Plan visits during less busy hours due to limited seating and a popular crowd.

People mention

No standout dish yet. People mention drunken noodles, fried rice and mushroom laab.

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Also soup and tom kha.

Good for

The vibe: solo

Praised for friendly service and lively atmosphere.

Good to know

  • Outdoor seating
  • Lunch, dinner
  • Cards and mobile pay

About

Budsi's Authentic Thai serves robust, homestyle Thai dishes with a street food influence in a casual counter-service setting. The venue offers an array of flavorful vegan options that require specifying no egg and no fish/oyster sauce. Popular picks include the Tom Kia soup filled with tofu and mushrooms, alongside standout vegan dishes like drunken noodles and Thai fried rice. Expect busy times and limited seating, but the atmosphere suits solo diners and those craving authentic Thai flavors.

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1760 N Rampart St, New Orleans, LA 70116

Opening hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
11:00–21:00
Wednesday
11:00–21:00
Thursday
11:00–21:00
Friday
11:00–22:00
Saturday
11:00–22:00
Sunday
11:00–21:00

the food

3.8 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

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How we rank

eating vegan

Very vegan-friendly

vegan options
Many · 5–10 dishes
menu
Separate vegan menu
staff
Knowledgeable
protein
tofu, mushrooms

Ask about: Staff aren't always sure about ingredients.

Ask about: Cross-contamination: ask about sauces before ordering.

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