Nong's Khao Man Gai

Nong's Khao Man Gai: Thai Chicken and Rice in Portland

Nong's Khao Man Gai is a restaurant based in Portland, Oregon, that has been serving since 2009 a cuisine centered on a single dish: khao man gai, chicken with rice. The offering is rounded out by a sauce made from its own recipe that has become the business's other major pillar, to the point of being sold bottled and shipped throughout the United States.

Two Locations in Portland

The business operates two establishments in the city. The Southeast Ankeny location is open every day from 9:00 am to 9:00 pm, while the Downtown location is open every day from 9:00 am to 8:00 pm. Both offer takeout service and accept online orders.

The Dish and Its Variations

Khao man gai is served with chicken and rice and is also available in vegetarian and vegan versions. The menu is organized around this dish, which the company presents as its signature recipe.

Bottled Sauce and Online Store

Nong's Original Sauce is sold in jars and can be ordered from anywhere in the United States through the online store. The store's catalog also includes T-shirts, gift cards, and meal kits. The price of the sauce is listed at $12.00, gift cards start at $10.00, and T-shirts are advertised from $8.00, with a new design at $20.00. The company notes that orders may be backordered and will ship as soon as stock returns.

Catering and Recipes

The catering service is aimed at corporate events and celebrations, with orders of chicken and rice. The website also features a section of recipes designed for preparing dishes at home with the brand's sauce.

Orders and Delivery

Pickup orders are handled online. For home delivery, the restaurant operates through the Caviar, DoorDash, and UberEats platforms.

Press Recognition

The restaurant features on its website reviews from media outlets such as Eater, Serious Eats, and Trip Savvy, which highlight its cuisine centered on a single dish.

Locations

SE Portland Location: 609 SE Ankeny Street, Suite C Portland, OR 97214 · Phone: 503-740-2907 · Hours: Everyday: 9am - 9pm

Downtown Location: 417 SW 13th Ave. Portland, OR 97205 · Hours: Everyday: 9am - 8pm