“Favorite pho on argyle. Dare I say best pho in the city? Always consistently delicious and I’ve been coming here for 10 years. Service can be a little slow depending on when you go. I haven’t tried anything else on the menu so order at your own risk. But the pho takes me back to eating pho in Vietnam.Plot twist: I’ve never been to Vietnam.“
“Super cool place. It's a part-Vietnamese restaurant and part-convenience store with Asian snacks. It's in a pretty hip neighborhood. The pho broth was decent but wasn't as flavorful as other pho broths I've had. Still tasty. The thing I liked is that they used slightly thicker pho noodles. The salt & pepper fried chicken skin was a little bland, but fried perfectly. It went well with the hot sauce. My favorite dish was the Hainan chicken. It was poached to perfection and tasted delicious with the 3 sauces. The rice was addicting and the side soup made sure things weren't too dry. 4/5 for food, service, and environment.“
“I enjoyed a late lunch with Hen Banh Da (Clam Salad) and Mi Quang. Clam salad was everything I imagined it to be and mi quang was underwhelming — lacked flavor and yellow rice noodles were overcooked; I had to add more fish sauce for flavor.Attentive service. I will try this place again and order other offerings.“
“Food taste delicious and authentic. You be surprise how many pho restaurants food does not taste authentic. Love the fact you can place your own order using the tablet and don’t have to wait for a waiter to come take your order which means faster service.“
“Amazing place, the food is top notch for Vietnamese cuisine, the ambience is nice and relaxing, and also the owner, Daniel, who made us laugh and made us feel so welcomed. You can tell the restaurant is there to serve an experience to their customers. No wonder there are so many 5 stars.We are definitely coming back, and would recommend this place anyone.“
“Longtime customer of this beautiful place full of hardworking people who love food just as much as I do, they just recently were able to give themselves a much deserved facelift and continue to provide amazing service and food that will always have a special place in my heart!!Vegetarian options: Vegetarian Lemongrass, Tofu“
“All the time we stopped by and shopped here, we were not disappointed, and it's been quite a few times. My family like this place every time they stop by. Their barbecue duck and pork are always fresh, and their vietnamese sandwiches are some of the best one on the area.“
“Absolute gem. It’s just one of those hole in the wall restaurants that have food that’s to die for. I got the pho tai nam (if I’m not butchering that) and the broth is one of the most flavorful broths for pho I’ve ever had. The meat was generous and not fatty . They have an adorable upstairs seating area as well. Their bubble tea was fantastic too! The boba is cooked perfectly and the tarp milk tea is smooth and sweet :)“
“VietFive exceeded any expectation I could have for a coffee shop. Passion exudes from every corner of this business - from the merchandise, the store design, the employees, and most importantly the products. Their Vietnamese coffee tastes amazing with a process you can see done for yourself. No Cafe du Monde bite here, as they collect beans direct from Vietnam. The banh mi empanada and the ube donuts also make for some great eating! You will be doing yourself a favor by stopping in and being part of what will surely be a successful coffee enterprise that changes the narrative on what makes a coffee shop exceptional. You’ll go for the coffee and stay for the vibe. Do yourself a favor and check them out!“
“Seated immediately waited on immediately food came out hot no sooner than we ordered it. Ordered the fried shrimp spring rolls, I definitely should have ordered more they were good hot crispy so flavorful. The pho broth was amazing the shrimp fried rice was absolutely delicious. I would definitely come again.“
“I can not speak highly enough about this restaurant. Our first time coming here I proposed to my now wife. We came back here as it was the 1 year anniversary of my proposal and 1 month anniversary of being married. We were so excited to come back, and when our server (Liz) came to our table she paused and said she remembered us and then clicked that she was who helped me with the proposal one year ago. We were blown away that she remembered. Beyond that though, the food here is incredible. We got to try the grilled meat platter, which they did not have when we were here last. By far though, the wings are the best thing on the menu. That's not to take away from anything else, but I have been dreaming about these wings since last year. If you come here, do yourself a favor and make sure to get one order or the wings. The staff at HaiSous are just as incredible as the chefs. If you are looking for quality Vietnamese food, you will not find anywhere better to go in Chicago.“
“Got drinks, appetizers, and soups on a Monday evening. Absolutely excellent service, incredible portions and flavors. Highlights included matcha boba, crepe, coconut mussels and curry noodle soup. The pho was DIVINE will absolutely be returning! A new favorite neighborhood spot!“
“I never know what to expect with fusion restaurants but this place does each culture proud. We split the massive vegetarian pho and still had leftovers! The pho had a perfectly balanced mix of bok choy, cabbage, bean sprouts, carrots and mushrooms, but the icing on top was the perfectly fried tofu that became soft and savory as soon as I took a bite. My one and only minor critique is that the pho broth was a TINY bit salty The place is entirely family run, and it’s easy to see how much passion everyone has for the food; the Vietnamese chef and her Jugoslavian husband/general manager, as well as her sister, are all so kind and knowledgeable about the cuisine. Plus they have a pho card, which I’m sure will be used up quickly when I’m next back!“
“Food taste delicious and authentic. You be surprise how many pho restaurants food does not taste authentic. Love the fact you can place your own order using the tablet and don’t have to wait for a waiter to come take your order which means faster service.“
“We had the Prime Brisket, Smoked Blue Crab Rangoon, Potato Salad, Smash Cucumbers and shared. Honestly I wish I would have not had to share the Prime Brisket. Everything was beyond delightful! The owners were so warm and friendly!! I can't wait to go back. I hope they are able to open a restaurant at some point! The Spilt Milk bar is beautiful.“
“Best Vietnamese we've ever had, hands down. Everything was freshly made, which meant a wait for the food, but nothing to complain about. It was well worth the wait. If you plan to eat in, know that there are very few seats. Cash only! A gem in the middle of a rough area.“
“Truly a hidden gem! I never would have found this place if it wasn’t for google maps :). They had so much good stuff in here. I got the banh bao (still warm), banh gio (freshly steamed), banh tieu, some eggrolls & some flan! I loved that the banh bao was full of hard boiled egg & sausage & they didn’t skimp on those fillings. The banh gio was still super warm when I got home and hour later. And OMG the flan was the bomb!!! It was so silky & smooth. I think it’s cash only but totally worth it & the cashier was super nice. I didn’t try any of the tofu & soy products this time but they looked good. Everything was fresh. Will definitely be back to get my viet snacks & sweets fix. Come early to get more of a selection.“
“Yes, their menu could use work (instead of take out menus). Yes, it may look a little hole-in-the-wall-like. But dang this food is good. Having lived in Socal many years, this gave me Westminster/GG vibes. Why this place has empty seats is beyond me. Must check this place out.“
“It's their broth. You might not expect a place this good to be where it is, but there you are. The key to great pho is the broth, and theirs is rich, flavorful and never oily. They don't use the same for each, so if you order chicken, it will be different from the beef. The bowls are on display right by the door, be sure to take note. A "small" is more than enough. The appetizers I've tried so far are great. They do have a full meal menu beyond just pho, and I can only assume it's good. But when I crave pho that's in my area, this is where I go, and I'm so happy that it's this good“
“I love it here so much! Pho is phenomenal along with their hot tea and bobas! I’m never disappointed. They have friendly staff and the food comes out so quickly! Always a hands down, no brainer choice for Pho and definitely will keep coming back :) thank you so much!“
“price was fair, food was aiight. maybe cuz we came an hour before closing. didn't offer high chair for our toddler. pork chop took forever n came out warm. asked for certain drinks the man said their too busy. Def try other restaurants nearby next time in chi town.“
“This is one of the most underrated great food spots in Pilsen. They are always so kind everytime I come in, the portions are huge, and the ingredients fresh. I usually get the pork banh mi and a side of the wonton soup. The spring rolls and peanut sauce are fantastic as well.“
“Returning tomorrow after about ten years or more. The restaurant is very tight between tables so it wasn’t handicapped friendly for my late mother who loved this place prior to being on a wheelchair, which is one reason why we stopped going there. Cleanliness was another issue, especially the washroom. I hope the restaurant has improved.“
“I’ve been getting food from here (mostly carry out) for more than 10 years and the food is still delicious! One of my favorite Vietnamese restaurants. My husband loves their pho, my son loves their pork over rice, and my favorite is the sate soup and noodles. The staff there are very nice too! Thank you Hoanh Long!Just writing this review is making me hungry! hehe“
“New spot in the neighborhood! Restaurant’s decor is simple yet very roomy, an ideal spot for those who dislike to be enclosed or squished. It’s family owned restaurant so the atmosphere was very comfortably and quiet.Food was phenomenal, fresh and delicious! But most importantly reasonable priced. The service was friendly and fast. We had Pho and broth was rich and aromatic filled with lots of toppings. We also had Bo La Lot which was beautifully presented. Then we also had Bun Cha Ha Noi, amazing and authentic. Bun bo hue was delicious. I can say that all dishes taste great. It’s must try restaurant!“
“This is the only place you’re going to find such customizable Che in Chicago, or really at all.When I come from out of town I always try to stop here because it’s so delicious Thank you guys for bringing such a refreshing and healthy dessert to the area.I hope Che becomes just as popular as bubble tea one day!Vegetarian options: All drinks are vegetarian friendly and most drinks are vegan friendly as well“
“This is one of my favorite loop lunch locations. I get a sandwich and chips every time I go and it's consistently good. I've probably been over 20 times at this point. The people working there are kind and efficient. One thing I love about Lotus is that they always play soft jazz ambient music. It just makes for a very relaxing lunch break.“
“We tried Pho no. 1 Brewing tonight and we were really happy with it! We’ll be back again for sure! The Pho was a little sweeter than I expected, but it was my first time having it so I wasn’t sure what to expect. The beef skewers, egg rolls, and wings were amazing. All four of us left full and happy! Definitely recommend!“
“Incredibly nice. I accidentally ordered the wrong thing for delivery, called the restaurant a couple minutes before the driver showed up, explained the problem, and they fixed it for me (despite having already prepared my incorrect order). I was extremely surprised and grateful, wasn't expecting that level of service. Will always order from here when I have a craving for pho.“
“This is my new place for all things Viet food! They have a SPECTACULAR selection of standard and niche vietnamese dishes. They have a really good selection of vegan dishes as well. Service is top tier with rly attentive/ friendly staff. I stopped by because the place next door was closed and it was the best decision! If you're used to the curt and oftentimes downright rude staff from the pho place next door, you're in for a treat here. Give them a try!“
“It was a delicious lunch that had me tempted to get more spring rolls. I don't really even like going up north like that, but I'm willing to right back up there to eat some more of their food. That pork Bahn mi, it was the pork one number 148, was delicious. The fresh, crisp, and flavorful veggies with the tender pork were a party on my taste buds. I even enjoyed the heat of the jalapeños. Got some pho to take home and have for dinner tonight.“
“All in all I thought that this place had a really nice atmosphere and that the staff was kind. I think my only problem was the food (i had the pho with all the kinds of meat, which while good wasn't hot enough to fully cook the beef or even fully defrost it in a good amount of time, which resulted in my trying to heat the broth in the microwave as to speed up the process. I will note that I had gotten it to go and am not sure if it is a better situation when dining in, and honestly, I imagine it would be.“
“This little gem of a restaurant has hands down the best Vietnamese food on the north side of Chicago. I crave the beef pho and shrimp spring rolls at least once a week. Don’t go to Argyle Street. Come here! The pho on Argyle Street is salty and dark. The pho broth here has been cooked for hours. and is perfect. And BYOB too! You won’t be disappointed. Family owned….run by a lovely lady and the cooks are her aunt and uncle.“
“The food is outstanding....so fresh and interesting. Kudos for the very good service we received. Our only concern is the noise level that makes it difficult to hear the person across the table. If the noise level could be lowered, this place would be golden!“