“I’ve been a loyal customer of theirs ever since the original location located in Chinatown, NY. Their food, & hospitality made you feel at home, and after relocating to Jersey City, they still hold that same level of service & hospitality. I love the food, I love their service, and I love their restaurant, it’s like a small mom & pop shop. My dad loves to go here occassionally, I live much further away now so I can’t visit as often. But I always come to pay my respects & order a nice bowl of Pho.“
“My wife and I ordered a vermicelli bowl each, hers with grilled chicken and mine with grilled pork and spring rolls. The spring rolls were fantastic as were the grilled meats. The only reason I've given 4 stars and not 5 was because both of us felt that they had skimped on the veggies. Service was great. I'm glad we went and highly recommend the restaurant.“
“I got the clay pot pork and it was enjoyable. The dish has a caramelized onion gravy with marinated pork and includes a side salad and rice. The salad was salad, rice was rice, the gravy was the star. It was like a French onion soup with a sweet-savory pork.Overall food was good, but not mind-blowing. For $24 I would have hoped for more pork.“
“I would say it's nice styling please , with all decorations , pretty much empty no lines in Friday night. But as person who was in Vietnam for a while I can say food can be much better and authentic than it is. Some original flavor of Vietnam I didn't find in my PHo soup and summer rolls.“
“Our hotel concierge recommended this spot to us for a nice, easy casual night out. The food was delicious and flavorful - much more so than your typical Thai. The staff was pleasant and welcoming and the venue is pleasant. Definitely worth a visit.Vegetarian options: They can alter several dishes to be vegetarian. The tofu was great and flavorful.“
“Let me start off by saying, if you want to complain about prices, don't even walk in the door. To get the optimal experience at any restaurant, you have to pay to play. So expect to spend about $70-100 per person here, this is a spot you take someone on a knock-it-out-of-the-park date or group gathering, you can't be a cheapskate. Now, to the food. Vietnamese BBQ is an intimate experience. Order the 7 course beef so you can try everything while the staff explains and helps you cook your meat. The electric grills are of the highest quality, the same ones they use at high-end Japanese yakiniku places, so the smoky taste on your cooked beef will be perfect. If you want to order a la carte, I highly recommend the Tomahawk, Madame Prawns and Charred Uni. Like I said, this is a place where you share your meal with friends and family so all the food is portioned that way.“
“It was an amazing experience that I give 5 ⭐️’s The menu was innovative and interesting and I love that the chef guides all the courses that come out of the kitchen. Being sea to table ensures the highest quality food and the technique from chef Daniel shines through in every dish. I will definitely be back!“
“Nestled in the lively West Side, Obao is like that cool friend who knows all the culinary secrets. The beef pho? It's like a flavor explosion, but I could've gone for an extra sprinkle of bean sprouts for that extra crunch. And don't get me started on the Thai tea—it's like a sweet nostalgia trip, just a heads-up, ask for less milk if you're not big on the sweetness.My friend went for the udon noodles with shrimp, and man, it was like a savory punch in the taste buds, a bit like when two pop culture icons collided in that viral meme.To top it off, Obao surprised us with two cocktails as a thank-you for our review. They were like little works of art, not just in taste but in presentation too. Obao isn't just about food; it's about creating experiences that make you want to come back for more.“
“Small shop on the edge of Chinatown but the banh mi is awesome. They have a regular and a spicy version. Get the spicy. Definitely worth stopping in for pick up, not really a dine in spot but the price is right and the place is clean. Good service and lots of locals seem to pick up from there.“
“Went here for the vegan banh mi. The guy running the counter and everything was very nice and place has no dining, so everything is take out. It is also CASH ONLY, although they do have an ATM machine inside. A little disappointed w/ the sandwich overall. He asked if I wanted mayo. Odd...considering you offer a vegan option but ask about mayo. At a minimum, offer vegan mayo as they are widely available now. The tofu just didn't "hit" like I thought they would. They were not as firm and so became somewhat soggy which changes the texture of the overall sandwich. It was okay, just not a great choice overall.“
“This place is excellent. We went on a Wednesday so I can't speak to what the weekends are like, but the service and pacing was on point. The food...wow. Everything was delicious. That short rib grilled cheese, mochi dumplings, chicken salad, turmeric branzino. Yum! I had the White Tiger cocktail and it was perfect -- great way to kick things off. I also appreciate that the music volume was not too loud (an ongoing issue across NYC dining), and the 90s rock jams (Pixies, Sonic Youth, etc.) added a nice vibe to the evening. Definitely planning to go back and will recommend to friends!“
“We got the pork and shrimp spring rolls, chicken dumplings and the chicken tacos. All items were really tasty. Very quick service. And reasonable prices. Would recommend coming here again if you’re shopping in SoHo and want to eat a nice meal after all the walking. It was easy to get a table on a Friday night too! The staff was friendly and the atmosphere was not bad. Want to come here again and try the banh mi sandwiches next!“
“Wow this is the best tofu banh mi I’ve ever had! I wasn’t sure how the pesto would be but it worked great, and the oyster mushrooms were sautéd so perfectly. They also had a great hot sauce I got to spice up the banh mi. Will definitely come back!!“
“So pleasantly surprised. Walked into Cloud because I was visiting my niece who was living on that block and the evening was too cold to walk far. We walked in to a warm, welcoming, lovely setting and were met immediately by an equally welcoming wait staff. The next pleasant surprise was the quality of taste of the food. We ordered the shrimp rolls, the mango salad and the seafood noodle soup. Both the mango salad and the seafood soup were outstanding. Will definitely try to make my way to that part of town to enjoy this gem of a restaurant.“
“I had the chance to grab dinner here during the week with a friend. We had made a reservation for a Wednesday evening around 6 and honestly, it doesn't seem as if this is needed since the restaurant opens at that time and there weren't many people waiting when they opened their doors. We were seated immediately when we arrived and given menus to look over before placing our orders. I decided to go with the pho bo noodle dish ($19) with oxtail. This dish is exactly what I needed on a cold February night and hit the spot in more ways than one. The staff was super efficient and attentive to our needs. The restaurant itself was spacious and had a really interesting mural of nighttime Hanoi which was really cool. This spot seems great to have some interesting Vietnamese dishes. Visit with friends for a guaranteed good meal!“
“You would think on valentines, this place would be more than an hour wait, but we were able to walk right in. The trick is to come in the morning. The ambiance was amazing, with beautiful plants, lighting, and modern furniture. The spread brought me back to a feast I had with my Vietnamese friend at her house when I was in grade school. The nostalgia wrapped me like a warm blanket. the modern twist was the passion fruit cocktail with condensed milk. YUMMMMM.“
“I’m originally from a city where you can find great bánh mì shops in almost any part of town. After years of searching for even one single legitimately great and affordable bánh mì spot here in NYC, I was beginning to lose hope. I am no longer hopeless thanks to Ba Xuyên.This place makes an excellent bánh mì. The bread is crispy and chewy and the ratio of picked veg to meat was just right. I did wish my sandwich was spicier but I think maybe she just missed it when I said spicy. There is also a small selection of packaged desserts and provisions which looked good.Very quick and polite service imo.“
“Hanoi House is one of my favorites. I have tried almost everything on their menu over the years and never had something I didn’t love. Their cocktails are amazing - the bamboozle was definitely our favorite. I always love to add the bone marrow and breadstick to my pho order. The bahn mi is easy to overlook, but it is absolutely amazing.My only complaint is that they do not keep their dessert on the menu consistently. I would order it every time if it was available.“
“Delicious Vietnamese restaurant, simple but perfect in price, quantity and quality of food. We had spring rolls, chicken pho which was huge and the braised beef which was also very good. It's not easy to find, we saw it by chance, you think it's closed. It's worth looking for!“
“After a cold and rainy day in NYC, this is exactly what we wanted. Happened to stumble upon this restaurant online and ordered Pho delivery. It was THE BEST pho broth we’ve ever had. I wish I had ordered it one more time before coming home. So good!“
“Bricolage has been our family and friend go-to for special occasions. It is a magical place that is much more than a restaurant. The food and flavors are amazing. The owners and staff clearly deeply care about what they do. They are flexible, accommodating, not rushed and happy to help you pick out a terrific dining experience. The design of the interior and the simply incredible back garden immediately transport you to another place! It's a gem.“
“This is my families favorite bah mi place in Brooklyn (and we have tried a bunch)! We get the chicken bah mi. All the ingredients are fresh and perfectly seasoned, each bite is so flavorful! The bread is the right balance of crunchy and soft too, which is something I am very picky about. lmpressively, I believe they make their own pate and mayo - which is so delicious!!I also LOVE their andes mint hot chocolate!!Couldn't recommend the place enough - are excited to try more things on the menu!“
“Saigon Social is an amazing Vietnamese restaurant in the LES of Manhattan. Owned and operated by Helen Nguyen who uses her wonderful restaurant to prepare food for those in need for various organizations in NYC. She is a wonderful person and an amazing chef using her classical training to prepare amazingly authentic and forward thinking Vietnamese dishes. It’s a must visit!!!!“
“Best banh mi in NYC.Saigette is a standing-room-only hole in the wall Vietnamese restaurant. “Restaurant” could be too strong a word for what is essentially a kitchen with an entry way for guests.Do not be fooled by its modest appearance for within that hole is best grilled pork bahn mi you’ll ever have in ya god damn life.Love this place“
“I've been back to Nón Lá twice and enjoyed my meal both times. I get the beef ball pho, which is delicious. The broth is really flavorful and rich. I've also tried a bit of my friend's Bún bò Huế, which was also really good. The restaurant is pretty small with not a lot of seating. I went on a Sunday night with a group of 8 people and we were able to get seated in around half an hour. The food was also served super quickly.“
“This was my first time here and absolutely loved it. It’s got a nice casual atmosphere, friendly servers, and large portions of great food. I started with the crispy spring rolls which were decent but it was the pho that really did it for me. These are some large bowls so you’re definitely getting value here. But they don’t sacrifice quality - the broth was super flavorful with perfectly cooked noodles and lots of tender meat. I usually get the pho my first time at a Vietnamese place but really want to come back to try their banh xeo which is pretty rare to find in NYC.“
“Whoever said this place is a hidden gem was right. I went early to avoid the happy hour rush. That said you get a discount from 4-7pm so if you’re not picky on seating that’s when I recommend paying a visit. Attached is the photos of what I ordered.“
“Honestly the best boba in bay ridge with the best service. We got their signature taro root and the strawberry milk. Both was delicious.Their customer service is also top notch, replacing a drink after dropping it and exploding in the store. Their immediate response and reply was great.Atmosphere is also super fun with board games and other things to do. The space is large enough to not feel cramped and Their decor is super inviting and attractive !“
“Service and ambiance were definitely not authentic but the flavors were there. Chicken pho and com thit nuong both were surprisingly good and filling. However, waitress didn't even pronounce pho correctly... smh... Not much seating room but it gets the job done if you're ever feeling a crave for basic viet flavors“
“Had the best dinner at Nom Nam! Definitely get the pate, it made in house and so so so good. The baguette they use is also so good. It’s soft on the inside and toasted on the outside. Every dish was flavorful and so fresh. I’ll definitely be back!“
“I had a lovely and memorable dining experience. I ordered the Spring rolls (which were delightful by the way): fried goodness served with lettuce wraps and julienne veggies. Super fresh and No guilt! My server, Alex, was what made the night! Although the spring rolls are served with fish sauce (delish!) Alex told me about the restaurant’s homemade soy sauce and offered to bring me a sample. What an amazing flavor profile: I happily alternated each bite between the two sauces. Sweet than savory—repeat. Also fun is the speakeasy style restroom and the sign above the toilet gave me a chuckle: “seat yourself.” Thanks for making my Friday night, Alex and 5Spice!“
“Fantastic small Vietnamese restaurant, with great food, even better service and ok seating. For a small location, they made good use of their limited space and they communicate regularly if the food will be delayed. My only small complaint would be probably due to the kitchen being so close and the ventilation not being great, our clothes had the food smell afterwards but I won't take a star off since it wasn't too bad. I know their prices will go up eventually but their current price for their food quality is hard to beat.“
“was packed but had a great time here. Charlie the bartender was so sweet and super attentive even when it was so busy. thank you for a great night Charlie!! the lychee martinis are so worth the hype for just $8, they’re dangerously delicious!“
“Best meal of our NYC weekend was at Madame Vo. Arrived without a reservation at 5:30pm (opening) on a Saturday and the restaurant very quickly filled up. The pork vermicelli was fantastic. The pork was deliciously glazed and blended so well with all the flavours in the bowl. To me, the deep fried spring rolls resembled Chinese spring rolls more than Vietnamese, but they were so tasty regardless. Nice to have sliced jalapeno peppers served with the pho, instead of only the usual thai chillies.“
“The EM is a great little Vietnamese restaurant. You can eat very well here and the service is quick and very friendly.The EM has a small map where there is something for everyone.The special drinks/cocktails are very refreshing and also very tasty.The furnishings are very simple but still somehow cozy.Can recommend the EM“
“I found this little Vietnamese cafe. I ordered the salad noodle bowl with grilled chicken and a smoothie. I really liked the rice noodle, it’s really fresh and matches well with the sauce. Cafe was spacious with plentiful of seats. I would come back again ?“
“This is without a doubt the best banh mi in town. The bread is utter perfection, the ingredients always fresh, and just the right level of spice. The staff are very friendly and the owner is actively involved. I had a problem with my order, which he personally resolved. I was very impressed why his commitment to customer satisfaction. I will be a customer for life. Keep up the great work!“
“Good Vietnamese comfort food! One bowl and pho and your cravings are satisfied! Location: It is located in Noho. There is indoor and outdoor seating! Very compliant with covid precautions. The indoor is typical Vietnamese restaurant! Bathroom is only one, so you have to fall in line. Service: the servers are very nice! Very knowledgeable in what’s on the menu. Very friendly as well. They don’t rush you to leave the restaurant. Food: Hit and miss at their menu! FRIED CRAB CAKE: it was okay, tasty and soft. But probably will try other appetizers. GRILLED PORK CHOPS PHO: omg it is soo good! A little bit salty but the broth together with the pork chops is so delicious! Good amount of pork in there too! VEGETARIAN PHO: it was good as well, the broth is beef tho but there is a lot of veggies inside! THAI ICED TEA: it was okay, there is a lot more better thai iced tea than this. Price rating: 6/10, not bad for the deliciousness! Typical price for a pho. Definitely will come back here if I am craving for pho! Will try their other flavor of pho!“
“I've been here a few times, and the classic sandwich is just as amazing each time. They pack the perfect amount of flavor into this 3 meat sandwich, and the French bread is always fresh. The classic sandwich is my favorite sandwich on the island at the moment.This food establishment is family run, and you can tell they take pride in making quality food.“
“We arrived bright and early to try this place. We have been seeing it all over TikTok and had to try it out. We were about the first ones to arrive so we got seated pretty quickly. It has a very rustic and minimalistic vibe! I ordered a coconut Viet coffee, frilled prawn skewers and the pho with a poached egg. I really enjoyed the coconut Viet coffee, loved the creaminess of the coconut and it balanced well with the bitterness of the coffee. The prawns were a good size, I loved the bit of spicy flavor and the charred aroma from grilling it. The pho was definitely the star of the show, the broth was flavorful and balanced. The noodles were cooked perfectly and I enjoyed the poached egg on top. I can with my Viet bf and a friend who is from northern Vietnam and they both really enjoyed it and felt like it was very authentic. I would definitely come back and try again! The only thing is the prices were on the more expensive side but the flavors were delish!“
“Cha Pa's Noodles and Grill is a must-visit for Pho lovers! Their soup is simply amazing, with rich flavors and perfectly cooked noodles. The broth is flavorful and comforting, making it the perfect choice for a cold day or any day you're craving something warm and delicious. The portion sizes are generous, and the prices are reasonable, making it a great value for the quality you receive. If you're in the mood for Pho, Cha Pa's Noodles and Grill is the place to go!“
“Great (huge) sandwiches, great price, and the owner is a great guy.He had already closed up and turned the grill off when I came up to him and fired it back up to get me a banh mi. I didn’t ask him to and told him it was alright but he insisted.I furthermore didn’t have cash so he made it work with one of the other carts so i could get my sandwich.“
“Stopped in for dinner. It’s a very popular place for people dining alone- more than half of the tables were singles. I ordered the shrimp pancakes for appetizer and the vermicelli bowl with chicken for a main. Both were delicious and light. I wish the food would’ve been faster out - the table next to me sat down after me and was done eating before I got my app. ( pho does come out quick). Very good dinner.“
“When I go out for dinner, I can eat a bowl of beef noodle soup just like in Vietnam, grilled chicken rice is also very delicious.I'm visiting Vietnam so I only go to eat Vietnamese food, but now I park my car nearby because it's delicious and delicious ?đ“
“LOVEEE love mama! The staff is so friendly and the food is absolutely delicious and so authentic. We got the Thai tea, the beef rendang, peanut dumplings, and basil chicken kra pao. Everything was 11/10. Couldn’t recommend more. Will be coming back weekly.“
“I had a lovely and memorable dining experience. I ordered the Spring rolls (which were delightful by the way): fried goodness served with lettuce wraps and julienne veggies. Super fresh and No guilt! My server, Alex, was what made the night! Although the spring rolls are served with fish sauce (delish!) Alex told me about the restaurant’s homemade soy sauce and offered to bring me a sample. What an amazing flavor profile: I happily alternated each bite between the two sauces. Sweet than savory—repeat. Also fun is the speakeasy style restroom and the sign above the toilet gave me a chuckle: “seat yourself.” Thanks for making my Friday night, Alex and 5Spice!“
“It's safe to say that it's the most authentic and delicious Vietnamese restaurant on Staten Island. It's clean and the service is fast. You can park right in front of the restaurant, but it's also okay to use the street parking next to the building when there's no space available.“
“Food 10/10 Decent number of selections, and it has a lot more options than just pho. All the food on the menu has a picture as well, which made it so much easier to choose Service: 10/10 I went with a group of 8 and we were seated as soon as we arrived. The food arrived at a reasonable time as well especially considering we have a big group of Ambiance: 10/10 Pretty clean, nice and spacious considering it's in Chinatown. Would definitely come back“
“Everything was fantastic, both the food and the service. We ordered banh mi, chicken rice noodles, and mango sticky rice. It was so delicious that we were left wanting to order more things from the menu. I would go back if I could. Greetings from Spain!“
“I have been here a couple times with various groups of friends and have dined alone. Service is outstanding and I love the tea that’s offered with each meal. Everything is fresh and reasonably priced. It is a great local spot and will continue to go back again and again.“