Mekong Cafe MKE

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Mekong Cafe MKE Established in 2008, Mekong Cafe a family run business. We welcome you to our Mekong family. Since the day we opened we have strived for quality and consistency.
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Mekong Cafe, named after the Mekong river; one of the great rivers in Asia that flows from China and down to Vietnam, passing through Laos and Thailand. Here at Mekong Cafe we have proudly been serving authentic Laos, Thai and Vietnamese cuisine to the Washington Heights since 2008. Our restaurant is family-owned and operated and as such we welcome you and your family to enjoy your dining experience with us. Along with some of the 3 cuisines classics, our menu features a handful of original and unique dishes created and perfected over the years by our mom, Banh. With assistant of her daughter Sichanh and her energetic team are proud to be able to craft some fresh, new dishes such as; curry egg roll, Bangkok noodle, and family recipe Grandma's Chantha's Special sausage. Our freshly prepared dishes are highlighted by ingredients imported from Thailand and can be cooked to suit a variety of diets including vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free diets. Whether you like it spicy hot or not, you are bound to find a favorite. We hope you enjoy your meal as much as we will enjoy serving you. Thank you for being a part of our family over the years

The Phongsavat Family and Mekong Cafe.

10/11/2026

The real cost of building a small business.

10/08/2026

We missed you! Sorry we were closed for a couple of days, but we're back and firing on all cylinders today. 🚐💨 Come grab your favorites!

10/05/2026

Just a quick heads-up: our food trailer will be closed this Tuesday, October 6th and Wednesday, October 7th for an event. But if you're craving Mekong, please come visit us at our storefront during those times at 5930 West North Avenue, Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
Send us a message today and let’s talk about how we can bring Mekong Street Food to your next event! 🚚💨

10/02/2026

Why We Chose to Stay Put in West Allis:
Ever wonder why food trailer prices look just like a restaurant? 🚐💨
Spoiler: A smaller footprint doesn't mean zero overhead—especially when you lock down a 1-year lease to give your neighborhood a permanent spot they can always count on!
Thank you to everyone helping us build this from the ground up in West Allis. Drop a comment if you love having a reliable food stop! ❤️💪
📍 Mekong Street Food Trailer: 1715 S. 76th Street (in Marco's parking lot)
📞 414-477-1855 | 🌐 www.MekongStreetFood.com
🏠 Storefront: Mekong Cafe | 5930 W. North Ave
📞 424-257-2228 | 🌐 www.mekong-cafe.com

10/01/2026

Let’s take a walk down memory lane for a second. 💭
With eighteen years in the restaurant and now rolling around town with the Mekong Street Food trailer, we’ve crossed paths with so many incredible people. Some of you have been coming by since day one, some found us at a recent festival or farm auction, and others just wandered by the trailer one afternoon.
We want to know: How did we meet, and what was the very first dish you had?
Drop your story in the comments! Were you at the old storefront years ago, did you track us down at a recent event, or are you a brand new face? And do you still order that same dish today? We love reading these. ❤️

09/30/2026

Rainy solo trailer shifts make you appreciate where you came from. 🌧️✨ Huge love to my mom and the real-world hustle for teaching me the lessons textbooks can't touch.
Drop a comment: who taught you your most important life skills?

09/30/2026

Hey Jose, it's ok! No need to have your wife put you lunch when you can just come on over to Mekong and enjoy a whole lot of stuffies! 😂🥢
Skip the lunch box drama and come get some fresh Pad Thai, crispy wings, sticky rice, and delicious papaya salad. We got you covered!
🕒 Lunch Buffet Hours: Tuesday – Sunday, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
🌙 Dinner Buffet Hours: Friday – Sunday, 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 Visit us at www.mekong-cafe.com or call 414-257-2228!

09/26/2026

Looking for the best Laotian buffet in town? Look no further than Mekong Cafe!
Come on by and let our amazing, hardworking team feed you today! Support a proud, family-owned, and women-operated business while enjoying fresh, incredible flavors.
📍 Address: 5930 W North Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53208
📞 Phone: 414-257-2228
💻 Website: www.mekong-cafe.com
📸 Instagram:
Grab your friends and stop in today—we can't wait to see you!

09/25/2026

✨ Spring Roll Weekend Special! ✨
Because our spring rolls are 100% hand-rolled with love and take time to craft, we are making them available Friday through Sunday only!
Grab them fried and ready to eat or frozen to stock up your freezer at home. Mix and match your favorites!
💥 Super Great Deal:
Half Dozen: $9
Dozen: $18
Every roll is packed with cabbage, carrots, onion, clear noodles, and taro, with your choice of filling:
🍗 Chicken
🥩 Pork
🌽 Veggies with Sweet Corn
Stop by this weekend to grab yours before they're gone! 🥢🔥

https://mekongcafe.hrpos.heartland.us/menu

09/25/2026

Therapist: Practice mindfulness before you clock in.
Me: Lasted 4 seconds. Let’s open the doors. 💀

Address

5930 W North Avenue
Milwaukee, WI
53208

Opening Hours

Tuesday 11am - 9pm
Wednesday 11am - 9pm
Thursday 11am - 9pm
Friday 11am - 9pm
Saturday 11am - 9pm
Sunday 11am - 9pm

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+14142572228

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