Lao Table

4.6

365 Reviews

$30 and under

Thai

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2 people

15 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 9 times today

About this restaurant

Lao Table on Second Street is a contemporary restaurant and lounge that serves traditional Thai cuisine as well as a variety of Asian fusion dishes. There are various branches located throughout San Francisco and each is popular for its trendy ambiance and swanky presentation. The menu at Lao Table includes several vegetarian options so that everyone can enjoy something. There’s also a wide selection of specialty cocktails that you can choose from to accompany your meal.

Popular starters at Lao Table include “TUM MARG HOONG" grand papaya salad, Crispy garlic wings tossed with garlic caramel and house special spring rolls featuring rice paper rolls stuffed with shrimp, lettuce and mint. For your main course, try an entrée like the volcanic beef made with premium USDA certified flank steak or Pad Mee Lao.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Thai, Asian
Hours of Operation
Mon–Fri 11:00–15:00 Mon–Sat 17:00–21:00
Phone number
(415) 278-9991
Website
http://laotablesf.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Contactless Payment, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Lalita Souksamlane

Location
149 2nd Street, San Francisco, CA 94105
Area
SOMA
Cross Street
Mission and Howard
Parking details
Street parking available, also several lots nearby.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Wrapping Vegetable Crispy RollsUS$14.95
Glass noodles, shiitake mushroom, spring roll skin, green lettuce, soft herbs w/ sweet & sour peanut dip
Moo Nam PlaUS$15.95
Fired pork belly W/fish sauce-caramel, chili-lime dip
Garlic WingsUS$16.95
Crispy chicken wings tossed w/ garlic caramel
Chicken Satay**US$17.95
Grilled marinated chicken satay w/ curry peanut dip
Lao Sausage**US$17.95
Laotian style pork sausage fresh ginger, toasted peanut w/ bird's eye chili
Grilled Calamari**US$19.95
Chargrilled whole calamari w/ sweet chili-lime topping
Fresh Spring Rolls* **US$14.95
Fresh rice paper wrapper pork sausage, green lettuce Vietnamese mint w/ Laotian peanut dip
Koi Tuna**US$19.95
Spicy tuna tartare "Koi" avocado, mango, thin pastry chip
Zeen Ping (7 Oz.)US$20.95
Grilled lemongrass marinated beef hanger steak skewer w/ chili-lime dip

Refreshing Salad

Larb Duck PakxeUS$25.95
Pakxy style spicy duck lettuce wrap toasted rice powder, soft herbs
Deconstructed Crispy Yellow Fin Tuna SaladUS$22.95
Laotian style crispy tuna salad green apple, roasted cashew onion w/ "Yum" spicy dressing
"Tum Marg Hoong" Grand Papaya Salad* **US$22.95
Grand papaya salad, prawns, boiled egg pork sausage, pork crackling, vermicelli-noodles, fresh lettuce, soft herbs
"Larb Zeen" Beef Lettuce WrapUS$23.95
Spicy minced beef flank steak lettuce wrap, toasted rice powder soft herbs
"Surp Nor Mai" Bamboo SaladUS$19.95
Shredded bamboo shoots smoked chill, soft herbs toasted rice powder W/fresh vegetables
Crispy Sticky Rice SaladUS$22.95
Spicy crispy sticky rice, green herbs fermented pork, sausage, peanut

Soup

One Size 16 Oz. $14.95

Tom-Zaap Beef
Laotian spicy sour soup 24-hour braised beef short ribs, hard herbs, Thai basil
Tom-Yum Chicken* **
Laotian spicy sour soup sliced free range chicken, mushroom, soft herbs

Grilled-Steamed

Suae Hong HaiUS$38.95
(Crying Tiger Steak) "Snake River Farm" Kobe style beef grilled to perfection tamarind-chili dip w/ sticky rice
Salmon Steak**US$26.95
Salmon steak, wok-fried sting bean W/jasmine rice
Moo PingUS$24.95
Street style grilled marinated pork skewers tamarind-chili dip w/ sticky rice
Gai Yaang Ka-Min**US$38.95
Roasted Mary's free range organic chicken w/ turmeric peanut papaya salad "Jaow" spicy and sweet chili dip w/ sticky rice
Seabass Clay Pot**US$39.95
Chilean sea bass, red curry, cherry tomato, lychee, dill holy basil w/ jasmine rice
Kurobuta Pork BellyUS$31.95
Slow braised famous Kurobuta (Black Hog) w/ secret five-spice reduction, pickle cabbage and mustard greens served with jasmine rice
Mok Lao SeabassUS$38.95
Chilean sea bass (8oz) w/ dill green onion, Laotian spicy sticky rice water grilled in banana leaf w/ jasmine rice

Curry

Red Curry* **US$24.95
Coconut milk red curry, fresh chicken, bamboo shoots, Thai basil served with rice, fresh noodles and boiled egg
Panang Lamb Curry**US$29.95
Thick coconut milk curry lamb stew w/ cucumber salad
Green Curry Beef Short RibUS$38.95
Green curry, braised beef short rib, Thai basil, red bell pepper accompanied W/roti pastry

Wok

Mixed Vegetables* **US$19.95
Wok fried farmer market vegetable, tofu, mushroom w/ oyster sauce
Spicy Eggplant* **US$20.95
Wok fried purple eggplant, tofu bell pepper, Thai basil, chili garlic w/ oyster sauce
Pad Pha Beef**US$28.95
Wok fried beef flank steak green peppercorns, kaffir lime-leaves, Thai basil, chili garlic pineapple w/ spicy brown sauce
Sizzling Smoked Chili SeafoodUS$34.95
Wok fried assorted fresh seafood, with smoked chili lemongrass, galangal, shallots, tomato served on sizzling plate served with jasmine rice
Ka-Pow LambUS$34.95
New Zealand lamb chops grilled to perfection 2-tone rice w/ Basil spicy sauce

Noodle Bowl

"Khaw Kai" Noodles* **US$21.95
Wok fried thick rice noodles, chicken, peanut caramel soy sauce W/bean sprout
Μe Ka TiUS$24.95
Fresh rice noodles, coconut chicken stew, roasted peanut, boiled egg w/ lot of fresh greens
"Pad Mee Lao"* **US$23.95
Stir fried thin rice noodles, prawns, garlic chives crispy tiny shrimps, bean sprout, omelette crepe w/ peanut & lime
Pho DuckUS$26.95
Egg noodles, "Maple Leaf' roasted duck breast clear broth w/ boiled egg
Pho Chicken* **US$21.95
Fresh rice noodles, pulled chicken, clear chicken broth w/ boiled egg
Pho Beef Short RibUS$36.95
Slow braised beef short rib, herbal beef broth, W/boiled egg and fresh vegetables garnishes

Rice Bowl

S&P Crispy Pork BellyUS$26.95
Wok fried house-made crispy pork belly, Gilroy garlic, chili, Kaffir lime leaves, salt & pepper, W/fried egg over rice and cucumber consommé
Spicy Thai Basil*US$26.95
Wok fried minced chicken, Thai basil, bell peppers, garlic-chili brown sauce, accompanied W/fried egg over rice and cucumber consommé
Garlic & Pepper Pork*US$26.95
Classic wok fried sliced Canadian-pork loin, Gilroy garlic, black pepper W/fried egg over rice, cucumber consommé and house sriracha
Khao Nar PedUS$26.95
"Maple Leaf Farms" roasted duck boiled egg, honey soy, cucumber-garnish w/ rice
Pineapple Fried Rice*US$24.95
Classic fried rice, chicken & prawns, pineapple, cashew, raisins w/ cucumber garnish
Lao Fried Rice*US$24.95
Laotian style fried rice, minced chicken, Thai basil, organic chicken wings w/ fried egg
Classic Chicken Fried Rice*US$20.95
Classic chicken fried rice, egg, tomatoes, onion, and green onion

For the Table

Garden FishUS$79.95
Crispy whole tilapia, beef jerky, Lao sausage garlic wings, Thai papaya salad, vermicelli sticky rice w/ farm fresh garden vegetable

Side

Jasmine RiceUS$4.00
Brown RiceUS$4.00
Jasmine Sticky RiceUS$4.00
Fresh VeggiesUS$7.00
Steamed VeggiesUS$7.00

Dessert

"Cha-Yen" Thai Tea Jumbo IcyUS$18.95
Grand selection of seasonal and exotic fruits w/ Thai iced tea shaved- ice and Laotian topping
Mark Mango (Mango & Sticky Rice)US$12.95
Mango sticky rice w/ cream of coconut and mango icy
Chocolate Soufflé CakeUS$12.95
Chocolate soufflé cake w/ Thai iced tea ice cream and seasonal berries
Khao Tom MuddUS$12.95
Sweet coconut sticky rice, red bean in banana leaf w/ coconut ice cream in coconut shell

Descending

Quinta de la Rosa / 20 Yr Tawny / Porto e Duoro / Portugal / NVUS$12.00

Cognac

Bache American OakUS$13.00
Hennessy VSUS$17.00
Martell VSUS$24.00
Martell Blue SwiftUS$32.00

Coffee

EspressoUS$4.50
AmericanUS$5.00

Featured Drink

Mai-ThaiUS$11.00
Gold Rum + Orgeat Syrup + Pineapple Juice + Grenadine + Float of 151 Rum
Purple-TiniUS$11.00
Purple Butter=ly Tea Infused Gin + Contreau + Lychee Puree + Fresh Lychee Fruit
Toki MojitoUS$11.00
Toki Japanese Whiskey + Fresh Mint + Peychaud's bitters + Lemon & Lime Soda
Lao SodaUS$11.00
Hangar 1 Kaf=ir Lime Vodka + Fresh Watermelon + Lime Juice + Kaf=ir Lime Leaf
La SambaritaUS$11.00
Los Vecinos Mezcal + Mango & Samble Puree + Lime to Taste
Rye ManhattanUS$12.00
Knob Creek Rye Whiskey + Sweet Vermouth + Angostura's Bitters + Brandied Cherry
Pink Pepper PunchUS$11.00
Peppercorn Infused Absolut Ruby Vodka + St.Germain + Grapefruit Juice + Salt Rim
Pineapple MillionaireUS$19.00
Elyx Vodka + Vanilla & Lemon Puree + Pineapple Soda Served in Copper Pineapple

Wines

Beginnings (Sparkling)

Blanc de Blancs / Anna Codorniu / Spain / NVUS$12.00
Brut Rose / Momi / Napa / CA / NVUS$12.00

Ascending (Whites)

Reisling / the Seeker / Mosel / Germany / 2017 (Off-Dry)US$11.00
Sauvignon Blanc / Long Meadow Ranch Winery / Napa / CA / 2018US$12.00
Chardonnay / Golden / Monterey / CA / 2017US$11.00
Chardonnay / Materra / Oak Knoll / Napa / CA / 2018US$78.00
Chardonnay / Frank Family Vineyards / Carneros / CA / 2018US$89.00
Pinot Gris / Kings Ridge / Willameue / Oregon / 2018US$12.00
Vouvray Chenin Blance / la Craie / France / 2013US$11.00
Albarino / Abadia de San Campio / Spain / 2018US$11.00

Building (Rose)

Rose / St.supery / Napa / CA / 2018US$12.00

Elevating (Reds)

Pinot Noir / Elizabeth Rose Winery / Napa / CA / 2017US$12.00
Pinot Noir / Hess / Allomi / Napa / 2018US$55.00
Pinot Noir / ZD / 50th Anniversary / Carneros / Napa / 2018US$89.00
Grenache Syrah / Saint Cosme / France / 2018US$11.00
Zinfandel / Four Virtues / Lodi / CA / 2017US$12.00
Bourbon Barrel Aged
Malbec / Catena / Mendoza / Argen_na / 2016US$11.00
Rioja / Tempranillo / Vina Bujanda / Spain / 2018US$11.00
Cabernet Sauvignon / Round Pond Estate Winery / Napa / CA / 2017US$13.48

Beers

Lao / Lager / Vien_ane / Laos
- 350mlUS$7.00
Singha / Lager / Bangkok / Thailand
- 350mlUS$7.00
Widmer Bros / American Hefeweizen / Portland / OR
- 350mlUS$8.00
Lagunitas / Hop Stoopid / Petaluma / CA
- 350mlUS$9.00
Chimay Triple / Trappist / Baileux / Belgium
- 350mlUS$10.00

Soft Drinks

Thai Iced TeaUS$7.00
CokeUS$5.00
SpriteUS$5.00
Diet CokeUS$5.00
Fresh Young CoconutUS$9.00

Hot Tea

Green Tea
Chamomile
Earl Grey
Moroccan Mint
Ginger

Herbal

Jasmine Tea and Stevia
Lemongrass Tea
Purple Butterfly Pea & Pandan Tea

Water

Still Water: Aqua Panna
- 750mlUS$7.00
Sparkling Water: San Pellegrino
- 750mlUS$7.00

Spirits

Vodka

Grey GooseUS$14.00
Orange / Citron / Pear
Tito'sUS$12.00
ElyxUS$14.00
AbsolutUS$11.00

Gin

Bombay SapphireUS$13.00
PlymouthUS$13.00
The BotanistUS$13.00
St.George-AlamedaUS$14.00
Hendrick'sUS$15.00

Bourbon

Blanton'sUS$25.00
Hudson Four GrainUS$16.00
Four Roses "Small Batch"US$16.00
Amador Double Barrel-NapaUS$16.00
BulleitUS$13.00
Maker's MarkUS$12.00

Rye

Knob Creek RyeUS$13.00
Bulleit RyeUS$14.00
TempletonUS$14.00
Hudson Manhattan Straight RyeUS$19.00
Whistle Pig RyeUS$23.00
Whistle Pig Rye "Farm Stock"US$24.00

World Whiskey

Kikori Rice WhiskeyUS$16.00
Suntory TokiUS$16.00
Suntory Hibiki HarmonyUS$34.00
Suntory Hibiki 21US$87.00
Suntory Yamazaki 12US$27.00
Suntory Yamazaki 18US$76.00
Nikka Coffey GrainUS$22.00
Nikka Coffey MaltUS$26.00
Nikka TaketsuruUS$23.00
Nikka MiyagikyoUS$27.00
Nikka YoichiUS$27.00
The HakushuUS$27.00
Macallan 12US$17.00
Macallan 15US$29.00
Macallan 18US$52.00
JamesonUS$12.00
Jameson Black BarrelUS$16.00
Jameson Caskmates IPA EditionUS$15.00
Jameson Caskmates Stout EditionUS$15.00
Oban 14 YearUS$22.00
Monkey ShoulderUS$13.00
Hennessy VSUS$17.00
Martell VSUS$24.00
Martell Blue SwiftUS$32.00
Bache American OakUS$13.00

Rum

BacardiUS$11.00
Bacardi GoldUS$12.00
Neisson Blanc MartiniqueUS$13.00
Plantation 5yrsUS$13.00
Appleton Single BlendUS$14.00

Agave Spirits

Claze Azul: PlataUS$21.00
Claze Azul: ReposadoUS$25.00
Mezcal Mina RealUS$15.00
Don Julio: BlancoUS$15.00
Don Julio: ReposadoUS$17.00
Don Julio: AnjeoUS$19.00
Patron: BlancoUS$14.00
Patron: ReposadoUS$16.00
Patron: AnjeoUS$18.00
Mi Campo: BlancoUS$13.00
Mi Campo: ReposadoUS$14.00
Altos: PlataUS$13.00
Altos: ReposadoUS$14.00
Corzo SilverUS$15.00
Espolon ReposadoUS$14.00

What 365 people are saying

Lao Table reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.5Service
4.5Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

San Francisco Bay Area
Thai

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Lao Table offers an enticing Laotian and Thai dining experience with "delicious food," "great service," and a "festive atmosphere." Guests rave about "amazing cocktails" and "authentic flavors" that transport you right to Southeast Asia. Perfect for group celebrations, the restaurant's vibrant ambiance and generous portions are sure to delight.

365 Reviews

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Michele
San Francisco35 reviews
3.0
Dined on 12 February 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Full house, so noisy. Very hard to hear at our table for 3. Food was good but not memorable.
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Ashley
San Francisco2 reviews
3.0
Dined on 1 February 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Good environment for party or gathering, not a fan of the food however.
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Lisa VIP
San Francisco34 reviews
5.0
Dined on 2 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our client lunch did the chefs selection that was recommended. This was great as it had several dishes we could all share and try.
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Lisa VIP
San Francisco34 reviews
5.0
Dined on 30 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lao is always delicious! Service is excellent too!
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Arup VIP
San Francisco2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 26 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
excellent service and food. loved the drinks. Noise level was on the louder side
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 24 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing as always - a staple whenever I’m in San Francisco!
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Mimi
Philadelphia5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 19 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Reserving a table was very easy. My colleagues and I got to enjoy authentic Lao cuisines. The papaya salad reminds me of home cooked food.
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Nadia
San Francisco1 review
3.0
Dined on 10 September 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Food was fantastic. Service left a lot to be desired. I put a note that we were celebrating a birthday, but it was never acknowledged. We were greeted promptly and as I gave them my reservation name, one of the employees (who turned out to be our server) was tapping on the reservation tablet while the other one jetted off to the dining room, so we stood there confused and I asked if we were supposed to follow the one who started walking off, but didn't cue us to follow her. We were sat and the server came over within 2 minutes and asked if we were ready to order. Definitely not enough time to digest their big menu. Food came out quickly and everything was delicious. Server came by only once. We sat there with our empty dishes and waited and waited and waited while our server, the other server and the host, all passed us by multiple times. We wanted to get dessert, but we were at a point where we had been waiting for too long to be acknowledge so we ended up getting the check instead. It was a slow Monday night so service could've and should've been a lot more attentive.
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Benhur
San Francisco1 review
1.0
Dined on 6 August 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 5
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Very loud and the waitress very rude. The lady look like she’s annoyed from working there or something.
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luku VIP
San Francisco55 reviews
4.0
Dined on 5 July 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
We haven’t been back at Lao Table in ages, and were really happy to return to one of our favorite restaurants. The food was good, as always. The restaurant was packed with diners. Remarkably, the staffers were attentive. Good food, good service - couldn’t ask for anything else, really.
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FAQs

Lao Table offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (415) 278-9991.

Lao Table is rated 4.6 stars by 365 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

15 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 9 times today

Order delivery or takeout

149 2nd Street, San Francisco, CA 94105

Additional information

Cross Street
Mission and Howard
Area
SOMA
Hours of Operation
Mon–Fri 11:00–15:00 Mon–Sat 17:00–21:00
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Thai, Asian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street parking available, also several lots nearby.
Payment Options
AMEX, Contactless Payment, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Lalita Souksamlane
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://laotablesf.com/
Phone number
(415) 278-9991

Lao Table

Make a booking

About this restaurant

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Appetizer

Wrapping Vegetable Crispy RollsUS$14.95

Moo Nam PlaUS$15.95

Garlic WingsUS$16.95

Chicken Satay**US$17.95

Lao Sausage**US$17.95

Grilled Calamari**US$19.95

Fresh Spring Rolls* **US$14.95

Koi Tuna**US$19.95

Zeen Ping (7 Oz.)US$20.95

Refreshing Salad

Larb Duck PakxeUS$25.95

Deconstructed Crispy Yellow Fin Tuna SaladUS$22.95

"Tum Marg Hoong" Grand Papaya Salad* **US$22.95

"Larb Zeen" Beef Lettuce WrapUS$23.95

"Surp Nor Mai" Bamboo SaladUS$19.95

Crispy Sticky Rice SaladUS$22.95

Soup

Tom-Zaap Beef

Tom-Yum Chicken* **

Grilled-Steamed

Suae Hong HaiUS$38.95

Salmon Steak**US$26.95

Moo PingUS$24.95

Gai Yaang Ka-Min**US$38.95

Seabass Clay Pot**US$39.95

Kurobuta Pork BellyUS$31.95

Mok Lao SeabassUS$38.95

Curry

Red Curry* **US$24.95

Panang Lamb Curry**US$29.95

Green Curry Beef Short RibUS$38.95

Wok

Mixed Vegetables* **US$19.95

Spicy Eggplant* **US$20.95

Pad Pha Beef**US$28.95

Sizzling Smoked Chili SeafoodUS$34.95

Ka-Pow LambUS$34.95

Noodle Bowl

"Khaw Kai" Noodles* **US$21.95

Μe Ka TiUS$24.95

"Pad Mee Lao"* **US$23.95

Pho DuckUS$26.95

Pho Chicken* **US$21.95

Pho Beef Short RibUS$36.95

Rice Bowl

S&P Crispy Pork BellyUS$26.95

Spicy Thai Basil*US$26.95

Garlic & Pepper Pork*US$26.95

Khao Nar PedUS$26.95

Pineapple Fried Rice*US$24.95

Lao Fried Rice*US$24.95

Classic Chicken Fried Rice*US$20.95

For the Table

Garden FishUS$79.95

Side

Jasmine RiceUS$4.00

Brown RiceUS$4.00

Jasmine Sticky RiceUS$4.00

Fresh VeggiesUS$7.00

Steamed VeggiesUS$7.00

Dessert

"Cha-Yen" Thai Tea Jumbo IcyUS$18.95

Mark Mango (Mango & Sticky Rice)US$12.95

Chocolate Soufflé CakeUS$12.95

Khao Tom MuddUS$12.95

Descending

Quinta de la Rosa / 20 Yr Tawny / Porto e Duoro / Portugal / NVUS$12.00

Cognac

Bache American OakUS$13.00

Hennessy VSUS$17.00

Martell VSUS$24.00

Martell Blue SwiftUS$32.00

Coffee

EspressoUS$4.50