Chef Boby Boby

Boby Pradachith is a nationally recognized Lao-American chef based in Los Angeles, California. As the Chef and Co-Owner of Padaek, Thip Khao, and Baan Mae, Boby has earned spots on Zagat’s National 30 Under 30 list, Eater’s Young Guns list, and Washingtonian Magazine’s The New Wave.

Under Boby's leadership, Thip Khao has garnered significant acclaim, including a 2 ½ star review from The Washington Post, a spot on Bon Appetit's Top 50 Best New Restaurants of 2015, and consistent recognition as a Bib Gourmand in the Washington D.C. Michelin Guide since 2016.

In 2019, Boby and his family launched Hanumanh (now Baan Mae), a bar-forward venue inspired by Lao drinking culture. Within a year, the restaurant received a 3-star review from The Washington Post, was named one of GQ’s best new restaurants, and earned a Bib Gourmand in the Washington D.C. Michelin Guide.

Raised in Northern Virginia and DC by Lao immigrant parents, Boby began his culinary journey in high school with classes and part-time work at Russia House and Biergarten Haus. He further honed his skills at The Culinary Institute of America, graduating with a Bachelor of Culinary Arts Management in 2014.

Boby's experience includes cooking at Buddakan NYC, Toki Underground DC, and Minibar by Jose Andres. In 2020, he partnered with Phil's Finest to introduce the Lao Curry Carrot Beef mix and Lao Curry Carrot Chicken sausages to the U.S. market including Whole Foods, Sprouts, Misfit Market, to name a few.

In 2022, Boby relocated to Seattle to develop Amone, a concept born from a series of pop-ups and collaboration dinners. Amone also offers private chef services and curated events.

Boby's mission is to elevate Lao cuisine through a first-generation Asian-American perspective, contributing to the Lao Food Movement. Follow his journey on Instagram @bobywithoneb for updates on private chef services and upcoming events.