Taurus Ox
A Capitol Hill Laotian restaurant opened in 2019, celebrated for its Lao sausage, papaya salad, and thom khem.
Starting as a tiny storefront in December 2019, Taurus Ox has since expanded into a full-service space on 19th Avenue E, earning frequent spots on Eater and Seattle Met best-of lists. The menu features signature items like the sausage platter, thom khem, phad lao, khao soi noodle soup, and chicken laap, alongside a unique Lao burger made with pork jowl bacon. The space is cozy, and dinner often requires a wait. Note that they close between lunch and dinner from 14:00 to 17:00. Main courses run about $19–$29, and street parking is available.
Opening hours
Tue–Sat 11:00–14:00, 17:00–21:00; Closed Sun–Mon
Nearby sights
- Seattle Japanese Garden
- Starbucks Reserve Roastery
- Lake Union & Houseboats
- University of Washington Quad
- Seattle Central Library
- Sky View Observatory (Columbia Center)
- Chinatown–International District
- Gas Works Park