Apsara takes its name from the Apsara, a mythical Cambodian dancer said to perform only before the king — a nod to the traditional home-style cooking the restaurant builds its menu around. Rather than sticking to one national cuisine, the kitchen draws from Cambodia, Thailand, Vietnam, and China, with appetizers, soups, and a long list of meat and vegetable entrees meant to be ordered in combination.
Staff encourage pairing dishes that contrast in flavor — sweet and sour against spicier, more intensely seasoned plates — and are on hand to help diners navigate the heat levels across the menu.
It's a neighborhood spot on Public Street in Elmwood that's built a loyal regular following for generous portions and reasonable prices, with a reputation among diners as an authentic, hidden-gem source for Southeast Asian and Chinese home cooking.
Staff encourage pairing dishes that contrast in flavor — sweet and sour against spicier, more intensely seasoned plates — and are on hand to help diners navigate the heat levels across the menu.
It's a neighborhood spot on Public Street in Elmwood that's built a loyal regular following for generous portions and reasonable prices, with a reputation among diners as an authentic, hidden-gem source for Southeast Asian and Chinese home cooking.