Came here on a saturday evening for dinner. We didn't have a reservation so we had to wait roughly…read more20-25 minutes. Service was friendly and helpful, we got everything we needed and within a reasonable time. For appetizers we ordered the banh khot which were tasty and crispy, the shrimp tasted fresh. For entrees the table shared the signature fine vermicelli platter. The menu stated that the proteins are the chef's choice and the server mentioned that portions were enough for 3-4 people. The meat included in the platter were all deliciously flavored and cooked nicely. It came with fresh lettuce and herbs to pair with the meat. Our table also ordered a clay pot catfish which was caramelized in a tasty sauce that paired perfectly with the plain white rice. Overall, this is a good place for a meal with family or friends. The seating is comfortable and the restaurant interior is clean and nicely decorated.

Three stars purely for the food, 1 star for the atmosphere, -2 stars for the service. An Nam in…read moreAssembly Square serves up very traditional Vietnamese fare, but the "elevated" fine-dining spin they try to put on the experience feels overbearing, overpriced, and completely misses the mark. Vietnamese cuisine is traditionally rooted in affordability, sharing an abundance of food, and enjoying good laughs with great company. By trying to force the concept into a high-end parallel, it just ends up feeling mediocre and hollow. The value simply isn't there--a single appetizer, one main entree, and three refreshments came out to a whopping $105. To make matters worse, the service was incredibly judgmental. Because our party of three only ordered that amount, the staff pretty much ignored us for the rest of the night after taking the order. The awkwardness started the absolute second we sat down. Before we could even settle into our chairs or get handed a menu, the waiter demanded to know what we wanted to drink. When we asked to see a menu first, he looked completely confused as to why we'd need one. After another staff member finally took our order, we sat there waiting for what felt like an eternity. When the food eventually arrived, they gave us sharing plates and chopsticks. We asked for a spoon to properly eat the claypot rice, and the waiter gave us another judging look. As Asians, we obviously know how to use chopsticks, but you objectively need a spoon to scoop the claypot SAUCE out of the pot! While the food itself is decent, the cramped atmosphere, poor hospitality, and inflated price tag mean I won't be rushing back. I might grab take out for the dumpling platter and cat fish rice pot but definitely not sitting in again.

Tried Saigon Tiger on a whim and found them a little disappointing. To start, their rice noodle…read morebowl is so pricey for such a small bowl ($14), especially since it was just rice noodles with a few add-ins. Disappointing because their Lemongrass Chicken was delicious. Would say their Viet Coffee was actually terrible though. It was basically watered down Viet Coffee with a splash of condensed milk. Service was interesting to say the least. While the staff were polite and on top of checking all the tables, we did feel rushed to be honest. They were very quick to bring the check and seemed rather eager to rush us out as soon as the food was done. Strange, because they weren't particularly busy at that time either.

Met our son and daughter in law at Davis Square in Summerville for lunch. Plenty of options but we…read morepicked Saigon Tiger for food. We ordered and found a table in the sun (had our dog join us). My crispy chicken Binh Mi was very tasty and the basil lemonade complemented the sandwich. Glad the weather was fall like and next time will dine inside (sin dog)

Delicious coffee, super cute space, and refreshing food…read more It's a bus yourself restaurant with an unassuming outdoor space in the back for additional seating. They generally require you to order before sitting given the small space so keep that in mind when you arrive. Service is friendly and very quick. Their food is delicious and refreshing, however I'd say the star of the show is their coffee. I really enjoyed the Saigon latte especially paired with the DELICIOUS pastry. Definitely want to come back to try their dinner menu!

Came here on a sunday evening around 7:45 PM without a reservation, and were quickly seated at the…read morebar. The restaurant had a really great ambiance, and I enjoyed being able to watch the chefs prepare the food. We ordered the ginger cabbage salad, the coconut eggplant, and the duck noodles. I would have loved to have tried their sushi grade salmon, but they were unfortunately sold out for the night. So I would recommend arriving earlier if you would like to try it. My favorite dish was the duck noodles. I liked the freshness of the basil in the pesto, and the tenderness and juiciness of the duck. The coconut eggplant was a close second favorite. The coconut flavor was delicious, and I liked the nuts on top for crunch. I also found the ginger cabbage salad to be yummy, but not as much as a standout as the other two dishes. Overall, I really enjoyed this spot for dinner. I liked how fresh everything was, and how the dishes felt very light and healthy. It's definitely a bit on the pricier side, but I found it to be very worth it. I definitely come back and try their lattes and other dishes.

I love this place - we are so lucky to have this right in Watertown Square. The food is delicious…read moreand they are also a huge supporter of the local community - they generously donated to the nearby elementary school for our annual cultural event this year. Definitely check them out!!

Great little place with excellent Banh Mi sandwiches and summer rolls. Not to much seating area but…read morevery good for takeout. Service was nice and friendly.

I wish I have a picture to show but we ate it way too fast!!!…read more Pho Viet is an absolute go to. I might get some angry comments for saying this but pho Viet has the best cold cut banh mi in all of Massachusetts!! I will post again when I go next time and get some pictures. As someone who was born and raised in Dorchester, And ba Le was the only spot we would go. With inflation and increase in cost, I felt like the quality just kept lacking. The cold cuts are extremely thin and lack amounts of butter and pate. Pho Viet banh mi are so filling the ham was the right about of thickness that it gives a good texture when you bite into it, the veggies are extremely fresh and not does look like it's been sitting out all day. Even my parents ask me to grab them some every time I visit them in Dorchester!! Must try!!!

My true rating would be a 3.5/3.75. Great option if you're looking for a quick, casual meal in…read moreBoston. Ordering was easy. You order at the counter, find a seat, and the food comes out pretty quickly. We had the summer rolls and the vegan ramen. The summer rolls were fresh and flavorful, and the peanut sauce was especially good. The vegan ramen was also enjoyable, with good-quality ingredients and a satisfying broth. My only real critique is that I wish there were more options to add heat. I tend to like my noodle soups on the spicier side, and I would have loved more chili oil, hot sauce, or other spicy condiments to customize the flavor. There was also SO much broccoli and that really took over the soup, I wish there was a bit more variability or balance in the veggies. Overall, the food was tasty, the quality was solid, and the service was fast.

Loved the vibes! It was still popping at 8pm so we had to wait a bit. It was small and intimate…read moreinside, but vibrant in a romantic essence. The menu is limited so there's not a lot of options. I did enjoy Mushroom Noodles and my friend liked the Seafood Festival Noodles. The dishes itself were large, vibrantly colored, with lots of flavor profiles and ingredients. The two entrees were good and had potential but ultimately not authentic enough. Service was fantastic and the hostess/waitress took great care of us! I would definitely give this place another try and order more of their popular items. To note, the two tables outside the dining area are also dog friendly!

Another excellent experience from the Cicada family of restaurants. Overall I really enjoyed the…read morefood and thought that the majority of the dishes were excellent and unique. Similar to Saigon BabyIon, I thought they did a great job at selecting the right dishes for the season. There were a mix of lighter more refreshing dishes as well as heartier ones which felt right for the end of summer/start of fall. The hot dishes (esp the soup) came out piping hot, while the cold dishes came out cold which I thought was a nice contrast and made everything seem very fresh. I look forward to returning soon!

The name of this place is a bit misleading, as the food definitely leans more Thai, which…read moreinfluences their pho offering. I had the pho sate, and while it was huge spicy bowl of soup and noodles, it did not really taste like pho to me. It was lacking the beefy depth of flavor and it was heavy handed on the cinnamon / clove aromatics. All of the beef was quite chewy and the noodles broke apart easily, so unfortunately I didn't finish the bowl. Service was nice and very prompt, and the space is a cozy no frills home, but I wouldn't come back here for pho.

A lovely hidden gem with great food! Came on a weekday and were seated immediately. I got a thai…read moretea to start and shared scallion pancake. I loved my drink- not too sweet with a strong tea flavor. The green curry sauce with the pancakes was amazing. My tom yum soup with the prawn was delicious! Hot and sour with juicy prawns and the nice flair of coming with a flame! I loved my meal, and have been raving about this place to others

Probably the best pho in Massachusetts, delicious broth, a lot a flavor. Also, vietnamese iced…read morecoffee is really good. It's good to have this place in Burlington.

SO HAPPY I REWARDED MYSELF, THIS PLACE IS SPECTACULAR. BAHN…read moreMI It all starts with the bread, was it crunchy? Was it light? was it tasty? Hell yeah! Then the ingredients took over. One of the jobs of a restaurant is to surpass customer's expectations. My experience with Bahn Mi has been more of a street food place. I have passed by this place many times thinking it was "too cute" to be legit. This place blew It out of the park. As a first timer I took longer than I should have at the kiosk to order and pay, but next time I will be ready. inexpensive? No but well worth it. This is a very special spot Congratulations, sorry I'm late for party. NOW IF I COULD MAKE THE ROLLS LIKE THAT ID BE RICH.

Swung by for lunch. parking was a little bit tough during lunch hour had to park near CVS to walk…read moreover. Service was decent, got waters fast and we put in out orders. Staff was friendly. Bun bo hue - The noodles are a little soggy so the texture was off. Soup is spicy enough, but not enough lemon grass flavor. The depth was just off and didn't have the normal pig trotters or pigs blood. If you have a bun bo hue craving this will fill it in a pinch. Casual vibe at this location and definitely good for quick stop by. Enough tables for a group. Price is average, not too cheap but not crazy expensive either. Very convenient location. I would come here just for convenience if I am in viet food mood.

Came here on a weeknight and ordered the pho town special! It was pretty good, solid broth and…read moremeat. I also got the avocado smoothie which was so creamy and sweet. I didn't think I would like the taste of avocados prepared sweet at first but I ended up really enjoying the drink. Our waitress was super sweet and the food came out pretty quickly.

Great spot in downtown Cambridge, in sort of an Asian mall, with a lot of bright shops and kitschy…read morekids stuff, the spot perfect for an impromptu dinner with family. Bun was fantastic and I head the pho was also. Quick and easy service without a lot of fuss, very efficient and accommodating. Will definitely go again when in town.

Really good Vietnamese place in the Cambridge that is well priced and has large portions. My…read moregirlfriend and I were craving pho and came here on a Wednesday evening. The restaurant is located inside an indoor plaza in Harvard Square. We came in and it was completely packed, but there was so much seating at the same time. The service here was great and we got our food in a decent time frame. I prefer my beef to be cooked well done and they were able to accommodate my request. The tendon was fantastic! The broth was also delicious and the bean sprouts were so tasty and added a nice bite to the soup. The menu here is extensive and there are many pho soups to choose from. We also tried the spring rolls in an umami peanut sauce, I wasn't a huge fan but my girlfriend loved them. For dessert we got their assorted fruit mix, which was just lychee and jackfruit flavored shaved ice. Very unique and refreshing! Will be back here for pho for sure.