The service and atmosphere of this restaurant was amazing! My partner and I got pho with sliced beef, and also a traditional banh mi. This is easily the best pho that we have both ever tried, and we have tried many places in Manhattan, Queens, and along Suffolk County. The broth was very clean, flavorful, and had lots of depth! The banh mi was very tasty and satisfying, their pickled vegetables are refreshing. For 2 phos and a banh mi, it was around $40, so it was a great price for a lot of delicious food!Also as an added bonus, we got fried shrimp on the house! It was such a pleasant and sweet gesture.While I don't frequent this area often, when I come back, I will definitely be visiting here again!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sliced Beef Pho, Traditional Banh MI, Pho
John T.
My experience... the worst Asian food I've ever eaten. tried this place based on reviews. 2 stars is honestly generous.
Kat G.
So cute and the service is fast and kind, the food was yummy and you get a big amount for a good price.
Leena P.
This was my first time going to Kenko. I ordered the beef Pho and Taro bubble tea. Both were amazing! Customer service was also great. Will definitely be returning!
Alex Hartmann
Excellent food and excellent service, one of the best restaurants around!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sandwich, Pho Vietnamese Noodle Soup, Traditional Banh MI
Patrick Hidalgo
Really good
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Roxy E Ryan
The sauce for the Filet Mignon Banh Mi was too sweet. The server explained that most American customers like sweet sauce. So I exchanged my sandwich for a Vietnamese Shrimp Summer Roll. The shrimp was clean and fresh, but the noodles were soggy.I will be back to try the Short Rib Banh Mi with a low sugar level. The service here was excellent!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Traditional Banh MI
Natalie Chau
Great food, great service. You can tell the owner really knows and cares about the regulars and even treated us first-timers like regulars. The grilled pork pho was incredible, and the gyoza and spring rolls were perfectly crispy. If we weren't just passing through town, this would be our go-to spot for sure.Parking: Municipal parking across the street
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pho Vietnamese Noodle Soup
Jessica V.
I've been to Kenko before and I don't know why I've never given in the review it deserves. Honestly I think it's gotten better than when I've had it previously. In one of my previous visits. I had gotten the yellowtail apple roll such a strange combo but surprisingly I really enjoyed it. This time we ordered a Banh Mi Sandwich,Short Rib Pho, Sliced Beef Pho and then when we ordered online we got a free rock shrimp. I have always thought their bahn mi is better than other Vietnamese places in the area and it still holds true. The bahn mi needs the right kind of bread and they got it. Perfectly toasty but not too crispy that you can't bite into it and it breaks apart. The flavors are just right and the pickled veg also gives it a nice crunch. The bowl of pho is bountiful of noodles and meat. The spices of the broth really come through. It warms the body and the soul. And they give you plenty of bean sprouts and hoisin. The rock shrimp, honestly could've done without, but it was a nice gesture(don't recommend ordering it though). They're always very friendly in there. In Past visits I have gotten their Thai iced tea and fruit tea. I really enjoyed the Thai tea. Unfortunately I didn't take any pictures. Honestly I feel like takeout pho never looks as pleasant as when you dine in but trust, it's so good. Don't miss this hidden gem nestled under the merrick LIRR station
carmen l hidalgo
Very good food and good price Iloved
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pho Vietnamese Noodle Soup, Pagoda Bun
Asian lady at the counter is super rude. I've been there twice and both times have had an unpleasant interaction with her .
Erin Curley
Everything is SO good here. Especially appreciate their traditional banh mi since many other places don’t have pâté. Should have taken photos but was too busy enjoying the foodBring cash and get 5% discount!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pho Vietnamese Noodle Soup, Traditional Banh MI
Shelley B.
After reading a few of the highly rated reviews, my sister and I decided to give this place a try since we were in the neighborhood and we were so glad we did. Millie was our server and she was wonderful and so sweet. She answered any questions we had about the menu and made some good recommendations. We had Vietnamese shrimp summer rolls and shrimp shumai for appetizers. Millie so kindly gave us the vegetable dumplings as well and everything was delicious - we were not disappointed. The service was fantastic and we can't wait to go back again. This place does a lot of takeout orders. While we were there, we heard the orders coming in every couple of minutes, and so many people came in to pick up the prepared orders. It was nonstop. Whether you want to do takeout or eat in I definitely recommend that you try this place out.
Jenny C.
Going back and forth between 2 and 3 stars. I honestly have no idea how Kenko is rated so well on Yelp because it definitely missed the mark! I was so excited when I saw the reviews and the prices are very fair. I ordered the fried Vietnamese spring rolls appetizer, a grilled pork banh mi, and 4 speciality rolls on their website. We got a free takoyaki appetizer because we spent over $50. I didn't catch the $1.50 convenience fee until after I submitted payment so jokes on me. When we went into the restaurant I was astonished as to how small the place is. It's basically a takeout spot with a few tables and chairs. They have a cute little shelf with assorted Asian flavored snacks for purchase. Food was prepared and ready in the estimated time. - Fried Vietnamese spring rolls - These were far the worst and most disappointing ones I've had. Comes with two. They tasted just like regular egg rolls you get from Chinese takeout restaurants... only served with fish sauce. - Takoyaki - Good. Not sure this can be messed up though. - Four Specialty Rolls - Specifically the crazy Kenko roll, pink lady roll, Atlantic roll, and I don't even remember. Point is, it was not great. Edible, seems fresh though. We actually had leftovers and threw them out... that says a lot and I hate wasting food and my husband usually act as a human garbage can. - Grilled pork banh mi - This is actually pretty good. Not good enough for me to drive 15-20 minutes from my home to get it though. I'm convinced I ordered the wrong things. Maybe I should've stayed away from the sushi and got pho. Anyway I will not be back.
Salvatore “SV” Valente
The pho is as good if not better than anything you'll find in New York City. Low key atmosphere, think old school New York pizzerias. But it serves outstanding food alongside super friendly service.
The service and atmosphere of this restaurant was amazing! My partner and I got pho with sliced beef, and also a traditional banh mi. This is easily the best pho that we have both ever tried, and we have tried many places in Manhattan, Queens, and along Suffolk County. The broth was very clean, flavorful, and had lots of depth! The banh mi was very tasty and satisfying, their pickled vegetables are refreshing. For 2 phos and a banh mi, it was around $40, so it was a great price for a lot of delicious food!Also as an added bonus, we got fried shrimp on the house! It was such a pleasant and sweet gesture.While I don't frequent this area often, when I come back, I will definitely be visiting here again!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sliced Beef Pho, Traditional Banh MI, Pho
My experience... the worst Asian food I've ever eaten. tried this place based on reviews. 2 stars is honestly generous.
So cute and the service is fast and kind, the food was yummy and you get a big amount for a good price.
This was my first time going to Kenko. I ordered the beef Pho and Taro bubble tea. Both were amazing! Customer service was also great. Will definitely be returning!
Excellent food and excellent service, one of the best restaurants around!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sandwich, Pho Vietnamese Noodle Soup, Traditional Banh MI
Really good
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The sauce for the Filet Mignon Banh Mi was too sweet. The server explained that most American customers like sweet sauce. So I exchanged my sandwich for a Vietnamese Shrimp Summer Roll. The shrimp was clean and fresh, but the noodles were soggy.I will be back to try the Short Rib Banh Mi with a low sugar level. The service here was excellent!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Traditional Banh MI
Great food, great service. You can tell the owner really knows and cares about the regulars and even treated us first-timers like regulars. The grilled pork pho was incredible, and the gyoza and spring rolls were perfectly crispy. If we weren't just passing through town, this would be our go-to spot for sure.Parking: Municipal parking across the street
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pho Vietnamese Noodle Soup
I've been to Kenko before and I don't know why I've never given in the review it deserves. Honestly I think it's gotten better than when I've had it previously. In one of my previous visits. I had gotten the yellowtail apple roll such a strange combo but surprisingly I really enjoyed it. This time we ordered a Banh Mi Sandwich,Short Rib Pho, Sliced Beef Pho and then when we ordered online we got a free rock shrimp. I have always thought their bahn mi is better than other Vietnamese places in the area and it still holds true. The bahn mi needs the right kind of bread and they got it. Perfectly toasty but not too crispy that you can't bite into it and it breaks apart. The flavors are just right and the pickled veg also gives it a nice crunch. The bowl of pho is bountiful of noodles and meat. The spices of the broth really come through. It warms the body and the soul. And they give you plenty of bean sprouts and hoisin. The rock shrimp, honestly could've done without, but it was a nice gesture(don't recommend ordering it though). They're always very friendly in there. In Past visits I have gotten their Thai iced tea and fruit tea. I really enjoyed the Thai tea. Unfortunately I didn't take any pictures. Honestly I feel like takeout pho never looks as pleasant as when you dine in but trust, it's so good. Don't miss this hidden gem nestled under the merrick LIRR station
Very good food and good price Iloved
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pho Vietnamese Noodle Soup, Pagoda Bun
Restaurantji Recommends
Asian lady at the counter is super rude. I've been there twice and both times have had an unpleasant interaction with her .
Everything is SO good here. Especially appreciate their traditional banh mi since many other places don’t have pâté. Should have taken photos but was too busy enjoying the foodBring cash and get 5% discount!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pho Vietnamese Noodle Soup, Traditional Banh MI
After reading a few of the highly rated reviews, my sister and I decided to give this place a try since we were in the neighborhood and we were so glad we did. Millie was our server and she was wonderful and so sweet. She answered any questions we had about the menu and made some good recommendations. We had Vietnamese shrimp summer rolls and shrimp shumai for appetizers. Millie so kindly gave us the vegetable dumplings as well and everything was delicious - we were not disappointed. The service was fantastic and we can't wait to go back again. This place does a lot of takeout orders. While we were there, we heard the orders coming in every couple of minutes, and so many people came in to pick up the prepared orders. It was nonstop. Whether you want to do takeout or eat in I definitely recommend that you try this place out.
Going back and forth between 2 and 3 stars. I honestly have no idea how Kenko is rated so well on Yelp because it definitely missed the mark! I was so excited when I saw the reviews and the prices are very fair. I ordered the fried Vietnamese spring rolls appetizer, a grilled pork banh mi, and 4 speciality rolls on their website. We got a free takoyaki appetizer because we spent over $50. I didn't catch the $1.50 convenience fee until after I submitted payment so jokes on me. When we went into the restaurant I was astonished as to how small the place is. It's basically a takeout spot with a few tables and chairs. They have a cute little shelf with assorted Asian flavored snacks for purchase. Food was prepared and ready in the estimated time. - Fried Vietnamese spring rolls - These were far the worst and most disappointing ones I've had. Comes with two. They tasted just like regular egg rolls you get from Chinese takeout restaurants... only served with fish sauce. - Takoyaki - Good. Not sure this can be messed up though. - Four Specialty Rolls - Specifically the crazy Kenko roll, pink lady roll, Atlantic roll, and I don't even remember. Point is, it was not great. Edible, seems fresh though. We actually had leftovers and threw them out... that says a lot and I hate wasting food and my husband usually act as a human garbage can. - Grilled pork banh mi - This is actually pretty good. Not good enough for me to drive 15-20 minutes from my home to get it though. I'm convinced I ordered the wrong things. Maybe I should've stayed away from the sushi and got pho. Anyway I will not be back.
The pho is as good if not better than anything you'll find in New York City. Low key atmosphere, think old school New York pizzerias. But it serves outstanding food alongside super friendly service.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pho Vietnamese Noodle Soup