Laksa King Vancouver

Laksa King: Laksa and Burmese Specialties in a Retro East Van Diner

Laksa King is an East Hastings favourite known for one of Vancouver's best bowls of laksa, served in an unexpected retro-diner room. The menu covers Malaysian, Singaporean and Thai dishes, plus Burmese specialties that are hard to find elsewhere in the city.

Here's what to order at Laksa King.

About Laksa King

The restaurant began as Bo Laksa King, started by a Burmese cook named Bo, who originally sold food from a stand on Joyce Street. It is now simply called Laksa King under new owners, with recipes kept close to the original.

Its Burmese dishes, like tea-leaf salad and mohinga, make it a rare destination for food from Myanmar.

The Menu

How It Works

Laksa is the star, with a choice of vermicelli or yellow noodles. Don't miss the Burmese plates.

What to Order

• Laksa: house-made coconut curry broth with prawn, fish ball, tofu puff, egg and chicken.
• Laphet thoke: Burmese fermented tea-leaf salad.
• Mohinga: Burma's national fish noodle soup.
• Beef rendang: stewed beef in coconut gravy.
• Roti: flaky flatbread for dipping.

Dietary Needs

Malaysian dishes often include shrimp paste (belacan), peanuts and fish sauce. Ask staff about vegetarian and allergy-friendly options.

Atmosphere and Dining Experience

Quirky, cosy retro diner.

• Best for: laksa lovers and adventurous eaters
• Price: affordable
• Dress code: casual
• Good to know: very spicy laksa; ask for your heat level

Location: Hastings-Sunrise, Vancouver

Laksa King is at 2546 East Hastings Street, Vancouver, BC V5K 1Z3, between Kamloops and Penticton streets in East Vancouver.

Hours of Operation

Laksa King has historically been closed Mondays. Check current hours before visiting.

Reservations

• Walk-ins welcome.

Price Range

Laksa King is affordable; a bowl of laksa is around $17.50.

Contact Information

• Address: 2546 E Hastings St, Vancouver, BC V5K 1Z3
• Phone: 604-428-0155
• Neighbourhood: Hastings-Sunrise, Vancouver
• Cuisine: Malaysian and Burmese

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Laksa King known for?

Its laksa, plus Burmese dishes.

Where is Laksa King?

2546 East Hastings Street.

Does it serve Burmese food?

Yes, such as tea-leaf salad and mohinga.

Is the laksa spicy?

It can be very spicy; ask for your heat level.

What was it called before?

Bo Laksa King.

How much is laksa?

Around $17.50.

Is it closed Mondays?

Historically, yes.

Is it good for vegetarians?

There is a vegan laksa option.