I should have taken a picture before I started devouring my food. Got the bowl with brown rice, crispy tofu and pretty much all the toppings. Had the traditional Fish sauce and cilantro ginger sauce. It's delicious. I feel like there aren't a lot of options in this area and this is a great one! Something for everyone. The bowl is huge so I'll probably save the rest for dinner. Highly recommend if you're looking for something tasty and healthy-ish in a hurry!
Antonia Donato
I was pleasantly surprised. Since it’s a new location, I wasn’t expecting my bowl to be as delicious as it was. I must mention that the tofu bites are a must try. The toppings are unlimited when you BYO bowl, a great touch. I also recommend the peanut sauce (sauces are in generous portions btw). The only thing I wasn’t impressed with was the brown rice; it tasted odd. Service was expressly pleasant and she answered all my questions with a smile. Clean bathrooms and clean tables, always a plus with a fast casual place. Will come back!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Greg T.
I placed an order on 3/9 at 11:00 am and accidentally ordered to this location instead of the Venice one and the most helpful and kind employee called the Venice location to have it transferred. The customer service here is awesome and they need a raise!
Alexis B.
Great Vietnamese addition to the Beverly hills area! If you're in the area & looking for some good Vietnamese food this location is definitely worth a try. Portions are generous & the food is filled with flavor. My favorite is the byo bowl & I always go for their Rockin beef which is so tender & flavorful. The garlic rice they make here deserves a spotlight in itself as the texture & flavor is unmatched. The spring rolls they serve are another huge yes for me! They are filled with fresh veggie goodness & are surprisingly filling. Pro tip when ordering make sure to take advantage of the yummy side sauce options as they really elevate your meal. Service is fast & friendly & the vibe in here is so cool. I love the modern twist this location has to offer along with all of the indoor seating. Side note I just want to thank Tracey for making my experience right & enjoyable. I had a not so great experience at their other location & she was more than quick to send a gift card ensuring that this visit would be different & indeed it was. I really appreciate the great above & beyond customer service! Overall, great location with amazing food!
Jonas Eriksson
First class.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sophia N.
*****3.5 stars***** In short: typical Americanized Viet food. Quick, satisfactory if you're desperate for Viet food, but good service nonetheless. The name of the restaurant translates to "Half American," which is pretty indicative of the food you'll get. I've visited both this location and their Venice Beach location one time each, and had about the same experience at both. For this location, we ordered online, so the pick-up was efficient and the worker was nice (note: they don't put veggies on the Bún unless you ask). The flavors are just average, though. The bánh mì was admittedly pretty good; it had lots of filling, and the thịt nướng was tasty. My parents say the bún was alright. The fried tofu was ok... they need to use medium or soft tofu instead of firm. My dad said the cà phê sữa đá didn't have condensed milk, so it wasn't sweet and ended up being a normal latte. Los Angeles lacks Viet food, so the scarcity makes this place better. Still, I think there are more authentic places you could go if that's what you're looking for. If speed is your goal, though, they've got you.
Lucia McGloin
Delicious, fresh and friendly!
Daniela G.
If you're looking for tasty, fast casual Vietnamese food, then this is your spot. The flavors are authentic and the portions are generous. At first, the menu is a bit overwhelming - a lot of quality choices (vegan and vegetarian friendly). I went with a build-your-own bowl, and it was great to have some variety. There was one person working, so it took a beat, but there wasn't much of a line, so I didn't feel pressure to order quickly or rush. Our server took the time to walk through the different sauce options. They have seating, but I wouldn't recommend coming here with a group or expecting fast, fast-casual, but it's a good neighborhood spot
Eric Jamieson
at $16 the bomb banh mi was not worth repeating. while it had all the right ingredients there wasn’t that authentic marriage of flavor that usually ties it all together
Lily K.
They have great bang mi sandwiches and the rolls are good because you can choose your toppings and sauce to go with them. So glad to have a go to banh mi spot in the area.
Finally got to try this local spot. I live just down the street and have been meaning to drop in since I saw them take over the space. I walked over with my friend to dine in before our event just a couple blocks away. I got a bahn mi and egg rolls and chased them with coconut water and Thai iced tea. The food was ok. I think we actually overcommitted cos I only ate half of my order. There was really nothing special about the food. The drink was definitely strong.
Valerie P.
My Lai is kind of like the Chipotle of Vietnamese food. You pick out the ingredients you want and they assemble it for you. I usually go for the bowl which has been tasty the few times I've ordered it. I do think their prices are a little expensive, around $17 for a bowl. It is pretty big, though, and I can usually get one and a half meals from it. Service has always been super friendly and I've never had to wait long to order.
Rhakeem H.
Love at first bite! The freshness and flavor of the food is amazing! The establishment is clean, friendly, and inviting. My brother and I can not get enough of My Lai!
Josh T.
So foods great. Ordered pu for myself. Came to the restaurant 20 mins after ordering, came in and waited, orders not ready. Person working says okay give me 5 I sit and wait think she's making mine. Another person comes in for a pick up. She makes their order first. Then gives them it and tells me give me another 5-8 mins. It's just rude to do this to in person customers.
I should have taken a picture before I started devouring my food. Got the bowl with brown rice, crispy tofu and pretty much all the toppings. Had the traditional Fish sauce and cilantro ginger sauce. It's delicious. I feel like there aren't a lot of options in this area and this is a great one! Something for everyone. The bowl is huge so I'll probably save the rest for dinner. Highly recommend if you're looking for something tasty and healthy-ish in a hurry!
I was pleasantly surprised. Since it’s a new location, I wasn’t expecting my bowl to be as delicious as it was. I must mention that the tofu bites are a must try. The toppings are unlimited when you BYO bowl, a great touch. I also recommend the peanut sauce (sauces are in generous portions btw). The only thing I wasn’t impressed with was the brown rice; it tasted odd. Service was expressly pleasant and she answered all my questions with a smile. Clean bathrooms and clean tables, always a plus with a fast casual place. Will come back!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
I placed an order on 3/9 at 11:00 am and accidentally ordered to this location instead of the Venice one and the most helpful and kind employee called the Venice location to have it transferred. The customer service here is awesome and they need a raise!
Great Vietnamese addition to the Beverly hills area! If you're in the area & looking for some good Vietnamese food this location is definitely worth a try. Portions are generous & the food is filled with flavor. My favorite is the byo bowl & I always go for their Rockin beef which is so tender & flavorful. The garlic rice they make here deserves a spotlight in itself as the texture & flavor is unmatched. The spring rolls they serve are another huge yes for me! They are filled with fresh veggie goodness & are surprisingly filling. Pro tip when ordering make sure to take advantage of the yummy side sauce options as they really elevate your meal. Service is fast & friendly & the vibe in here is so cool. I love the modern twist this location has to offer along with all of the indoor seating. Side note I just want to thank Tracey for making my experience right & enjoyable. I had a not so great experience at their other location & she was more than quick to send a gift card ensuring that this visit would be different & indeed it was. I really appreciate the great above & beyond customer service! Overall, great location with amazing food!
First class.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
*****3.5 stars***** In short: typical Americanized Viet food. Quick, satisfactory if you're desperate for Viet food, but good service nonetheless. The name of the restaurant translates to "Half American," which is pretty indicative of the food you'll get. I've visited both this location and their Venice Beach location one time each, and had about the same experience at both. For this location, we ordered online, so the pick-up was efficient and the worker was nice (note: they don't put veggies on the Bún unless you ask). The flavors are just average, though. The bánh mì was admittedly pretty good; it had lots of filling, and the thịt nướng was tasty. My parents say the bún was alright. The fried tofu was ok... they need to use medium or soft tofu instead of firm. My dad said the cà phê sữa đá didn't have condensed milk, so it wasn't sweet and ended up being a normal latte. Los Angeles lacks Viet food, so the scarcity makes this place better. Still, I think there are more authentic places you could go if that's what you're looking for. If speed is your goal, though, they've got you.
Delicious, fresh and friendly!
If you're looking for tasty, fast casual Vietnamese food, then this is your spot. The flavors are authentic and the portions are generous. At first, the menu is a bit overwhelming - a lot of quality choices (vegan and vegetarian friendly). I went with a build-your-own bowl, and it was great to have some variety. There was one person working, so it took a beat, but there wasn't much of a line, so I didn't feel pressure to order quickly or rush. Our server took the time to walk through the different sauce options. They have seating, but I wouldn't recommend coming here with a group or expecting fast, fast-casual, but it's a good neighborhood spot
at $16 the bomb banh mi was not worth repeating. while it had all the right ingredients there wasn’t that authentic marriage of flavor that usually ties it all together
They have great bang mi sandwiches and the rolls are good because you can choose your toppings and sauce to go with them. So glad to have a go to banh mi spot in the area.
Restaurantji Recommends
BYO bowl is amazing! Fresh and
Food: 5
Recommended dishes: BYO Veggie Bowl, Tofu Bites
Finally got to try this local spot. I live just down the street and have been meaning to drop in since I saw them take over the space. I walked over with my friend to dine in before our event just a couple blocks away. I got a bahn mi and egg rolls and chased them with coconut water and Thai iced tea. The food was ok. I think we actually overcommitted cos I only ate half of my order. There was really nothing special about the food. The drink was definitely strong.
My Lai is kind of like the Chipotle of Vietnamese food. You pick out the ingredients you want and they assemble it for you. I usually go for the bowl which has been tasty the few times I've ordered it. I do think their prices are a little expensive, around $17 for a bowl. It is pretty big, though, and I can usually get one and a half meals from it. Service has always been super friendly and I've never had to wait long to order.
Love at first bite! The freshness and flavor of the food is amazing! The establishment is clean, friendly, and inviting. My brother and I can not get enough of My Lai!
So foods great. Ordered pu for myself. Came to the restaurant 20 mins after ordering, came in and waited, orders not ready. Person working says okay give me 5 I sit and wait think she's making mine. Another person comes in for a pick up. She makes their order first. Then gives them it and tells me give me another 5-8 mins. It's just rude to do this to in person customers.