I came here for a quick dinner with my friend. We came on a Saturday night around 6pm. They close at 7:30pm which is really early but understandable. It was self seating when you enter in. My friend and I got a table and they quickly brought over the menus. We ordered crab Rangoon, chicken wings, classic bang mi, seafood pho, pho with everything, Thai ice tea and mango summer pop. Out of everything we ate, we couldn't agree on the rating. There's certain preferences so let's break it down. Crab Rangoon was on the sweeter side. Chicken wing was seasoned properly but the sauce on the side is also a sweet and spicy mix. Banh mi... I'm going to have to give this a pass because the sauce was unnecessary and made the whole sandwich red. It was screaming red40. Phos - average. It's about the same you'll get in Chinatown so unless you want to make the drive, this will do the job. Noodles were soft, broth was seasoned. Drinks- my Thai tea and the other table's Thai tea are not identical.. this means that they add as much milk as they want but it changes the taste. Mine was too much milk and it wasn't the orange Thai tea color. My friend said her drink was enjoyable and I saw that a lot of people ordered the same drink. Overall. I would come back if I was in the area. It's nice inside, noodles were hot, and service was quick. read more

Hubby ordered food from this place to try. Food smelled really good and looked really good so I was looking forward to trying their food. We got the Shrimp Fried Rice and the grilled Short Ribs. Both were flavorful and delicious. We have ordered from there several times through UberEats and they never disappoint. I want to actually dine in the establishment soon. Thanks Banh Mi Pho Cafe for the delicious food, looking forward to getting food again from you soon. A+++! read more

Banh Mi Pho Cafe - Shrimp Fried Rice. Flavorful and Delicious!! - Vietnamese Near Me - Oak Lawn, Illinois

Of the Vietnamese restaurants I've tried, I would rank Banh Mi Pho Cafe as above average. The pho was rich and flavorful. You could taste that they took time cooking it, and it was not a quick 1hr pho. The Bun Bo was okay. Not the best I've had, but definitely solid and would eat again. We ordered a Bahn Mi to go which was also flavorful and packed well with meat. Aside from the food, it was a very quiet and lowkey place. Good for afternoon lunch, or an early supper. The service was fast, and the staff were very friendly and light hearted. Would recommend to stop by if you're in the area. read more

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Great pho! the banh mi was also great, but the bread was way too hard. would definitely come again! quick service, not a lot of attention if you're dining in. they have a big tv showing gorgeous views and the scenery of vietnam which i loved! read more

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everything was good!!! loved the short ribs! it was my favorite! service was good and place was very clean!

Super yummy and great place to eat and chat with friends. The staff were super helpful, friendly, and accommodating to food needs it answering questions. The prices were great and the food didn't take too long. Would definitely recommend!! read more

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I ordered what's on the receipt and called and told them I felt like I was shorted on food. The PHO PREMIUM COST ME $20 dollars. Had half of a half of meatball, 2.5 oz of brisket, 1.25 oz of sliced meat. The broth was filled about 3/4 of the way, called and the person who answered the phone said that is how we serve it here. I really doubt that bowls looked super healthy at the restaurant. The short ribs weighed at 4.5oz, still seemed a bit skimpy for $15.50, but you look at the pics and judge for yourself. Time and time again eating out keeps reminding me of why I should eat at my house. read more

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Amazing food! Great service and great location! We always leave satisfied. Their iced coffee is delicious.

If ever there was a place where the menu photos don't do the job justice, it's this place. The dishes look bland but taste amazing! The staff is professional and you never have to wait too long. The short rib and pho are just awesome. Try it, you won't be disappointed. read more

If you are ever in need of good pho near the south suburbs of Chicago , Bahn Mi Cafe is a great choice. The prices are great! The broth is perfect, and they have a great selection of drink choices as well! There is also a pretty cool sign above the register that says "A taste of Vietnam" and it's correct lol. I got the Chicken Pho and my gf got the Tai Nam, and we both were highly satisfied. So whether you are on a date or with family or friends this is the perfect place for anybody in my opinion. read more

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Dang !! Went with the recommendations on yelp and the food is amazing. Ambiance is super relaxing and very clean. Service is top notch I highly recommend it 5+stars for sure from me read more

Banh Mi Pho Cafe - Premium hot bow. Delicious - Vietnamese Near Me - Oak Lawn, Illinois

If you're on the South Side, looking for some great pho, and don't want to drive all the way into the city for it, go to this place 1000%. The restaurant is clean, the employees work hard, and the food is outstanding. My boyfriend and I got the Vietnamese style egg rolls, the fresh spring rolls, as well as the crab rangoons, and were blown away! The crab rangoons were incredible, along with the rest of the appetizers. You can tell that everything is homemade and fresh. Next, we both got the Pho Tai, and were so happy with it. It was a generous portion, the beef was delicious, and the broth was incredible. Nothing better on a cold day in Chicago. We absolutely loved this place and cannot wait to go back! read more

The food is AMAZING!!! So delicious and flavorful. I had the Grill Marinated Lemongrass with pork. It also included a small salad of cucumbers, tomatoes, shredded carrots and onions. Can you say DELICIOUS!!! The portion size was worth the price. The restaurant is very inviting; open, clean and kid friendly. Service needs a little tweaking but friendly. read more

Taste: 4 Creativity/Authenticity: 4 Atmosphere: 4 Service: 5 Bang for your buck: 4 Solid Vietnamese food here in Chicago! Coming from LA and craving soup for it being 40 degrees out pho is the perfect food! The egg rolls were also ! Service here was amazing i will be back thank you oh and try the Vietnamese coffee! Better than the Starbucks next door!! And you'll be helping a family run business not corporate over there! Great food guys thanks read more

I have not really had much in the way of Vietnamese food, that may change now. I wanted to easy into it with a chicken noodle bowl with lettuce (or that's how I'm going to remember it) the flavors were amazing and it was the perfect size. I'm sure I can see what the sauce was but honestly don't care because it was perfect for the dish. The staff was friendly and the service for take out was nice and quick. The people dining in were being handles quickly and the vibe was upbeat and happy. Great first stop on the Vietnam food wagon read more

Banh Mi Pho Cafe - Vietnamese Near Me - Oak Lawn, Illinois

Delicious Bahn mi sandwiches and noodle salads. Food was flavorful and enjoyable. Also tried the spring rolls and the peanut sauce was a addition The staff was friendly and the ambiance was nice. Look forward to the next visit to try some Pho :) . read more

Banh Mi Pho Cafe - A01. Fresh spring rolls (2pc) - Vietnamese Near Me - Oak Lawn, Illinois

Efficient, polite & super quick service!!! Authentic flavors! Portions are totally worth the money! I had a Spring Roll, a Pho Ga Xe (regular size) with a Honey Ginger drink ... Yummmmmm!!! To Go... I ordered a Grill Pork rice & Lychee Smoothie for hubby It's a bit out of my way... So it'll be a bi-weekly visit, at least, for me!!! #Groupon read more

Banh Mi Pho Cafe - Spring Roll - Vietnamese Near Me - Oak Lawn, Illinois

I have better pho, also not real friendly place. I think they could better with customer service

I finally made my way back and they have gone through some major improvements. New management, new menu's, the service was good and the Pho was on point. I am happy that these improvements have happened. I will continue to support. Request: Please bring back the Avocado smoothies. read more

Good spot to grab a big bowl of pho! The food here is really delicious! We did wish our waters were refilled a little more frequently but other than that, the staff was friendly and the pho was fresh and hot. read more

My wife and mines go to spot for Pho!! Delicious savory broth with good portions for noodles and meat. The staff is always super friendly wether we call or ask for more limes. The energy here is very clean and organized. Great for family bonding and a filling meal that's not overpriced. read more

Banh Mi Pho Cafe - Vietnamese Near Me - Oak Lawn, Illinois

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Let me say - I love this place! It is has the authentic flavors, traditional dishes and great prices. I stop here every time I get a chance when im in oak lawn! Vietnamese food is different from Chinese food- these bad ratings are a mystery to me since it's been consistent every time for me! read more

I've passed by this place before and decided to give it a try. They have a nice seating area. The place is clean and also has a seating area outside. The pineapple smoothie drink with strawberry I had was really good. They give you a really good amount on the drink. The reason I gave a 3 star is because the short rib plate was not what I expected. The meat was tough and chewy and the rice was not really great it was gummy...if I go there again I would just go for their bubble teas and smoothies that's it. read more

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Nice atmosphere, kind, service, and food is delicious. Healthy servings. I ordered extra to bring home for my wife as well :-) read more

Banh Mi Pho Cafe - V02. Pho Nam - Vietnamese Near Me - Oak Lawn, Illinois

Been here for a few times already and always felt full and satisfied after. If I'm wanting a clean noodle soup, we go here. Perfect for chill weather. read more

Banh Mi Pho Cafe - Vietnamese Near Me - Oak Lawn, Illinois

We ordered Grilled/Lemongrass/Chicken sandwich.. It was FANTASTIC Had the V7 Pho Chicken Soup.... also Great. First time, and it will NOT be the last. So glad we tried this place, try the food you will not be disappointed. read more

I ordered the Kiwi Tea, Lemongrass Beef Banh Mi and Pho Tai. Everything was pretty good and fresh especially the baguette, it didn't cut up my mouth and wasn't hard to eat. I only wish the banh mi had more veggies that's what makes it so good. The beef was easy to chew and not dry. Definitely will order again when I'm craving Vietnamese food Update: I ordered from them again and got an Oreo Milk tea. It's not sweet at all and the boba is old. I also don't taste any of the oreo flavor. First time I've ever seen boba like this, I'm too scared to drink it. Not gonna order bubble tea from here again. They didn't give me any veggies or sauce for my Pho this time! I'll just stick to the Banh Mi read more

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Banh mi was tasty, pho was a decent portion and price, service was fast and friendly, and the place was clean, modern, and had easy parking.

Ordered for delivery through grub hub. I got a banh mi and pho with steak and meatballs. The meat was raw, sitting in plastic bag in my noodles, a little unappetizing. The sandwich tastes weird. It has too much soy sauce and not enough pickled daikon. The pickled carrots are overpowering and are mushy because they're sliced thinner than they should be. The bread also has a weird taste. The pho broth is just okay. I ordered this on a whim, because pho is the best cure for a hangover but I really regret my choice. I will not be returning and I recommend trying a different place for your Vietnamese food fix. read more

A lot of improvements! First off: service was much more smooth and attentive. This was a sore spot the first time I visited so I'm glad they got things ironed out. The banh mi bread was much fresher/crispier/flakier. Meats still savory and fresh. Pho broth was roughly the same but they changed the meat to differentiate it from the lemongrass beef in the sandwiches. Plus, they have outdoor seating now! If you had a bad experience the first time, I definitely recommend giving it another try :) read more

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I love love love this place. The ingredients are always fresh. The broth is amazing. I got the Pho Nam and the slices of beef were the most tender. I can eat it once a week because it's so savory and delicious. read more

Good veggie pho soup. Not sure if it's worth $15.00 though. Much higher price than the other 2 locations I frequent which are phenomenal. Also there were way more noodles than I've gotten at other places and very few veggies. But good flavor overall. I'd eat here again but wouldn't go out of my way. read more

Banh Mi Pho Cafe - Veggie Pho. Was good but too many noodles, and very few veggies. - Vietnamese Near Me - Oak Lawn, Illinois

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Excited to have Vietnamese in the area, wanted to like this place but unless they get it together not sure they will last. We dined in--server clearly hadn't been trained didn't even understand the menu nor had knowledge of the "lunch special" which was in big signs as you walk in. Got egg rolls, arrived ice cold like they had been reheated in a microwave. Meats (beef and pork)were woefully under seasoned/marinated for typical Vietnamese. Pho beef was sliced way too thick and horribly overcooked. Pho broth was fine, and vegetables to add in were nice and fresh. Note to managers/owners-- cocktail napkins are not what should be your main napkin on a table. I know we are in a pandemic, but napkins are available now everywhere. Also--service was not good, server untrained and we had to ask or get ourselves for everything--water, utensils and condiments. read more

The owner works hard and is always kind, as well as the front of house employees. My girl and I look forward to trips here, the food makes us feel good and happy. Incredible egg rolls, I think house-made? They use turkey - probably a bit healthier and also a drier meat for the roll. No cabbage stink either, always fresh. Comes with a sweet mirin-like dipping sauce? Not 100% sure tbh. Forget to ask. We always do a lil drop of sriracha in ours. The Bahn mi is on these great seeded hoagies that have a nice crispy outside but are light and airy. Truly compliments the tasty sauce and veg/meats. Love 'em. The pho itself is just comforting and fantastic. The whole experience from the appetizers to the pho is ritualistic for us lol. We always get an extra tray of the basil/sprouts/lime/jalapenos. We like mixing all the sauces at the table into one thing (maybe everyone does this idk), then placing a little on top of each bite instead of putting it all in the broth. I like throwing a big piece of basil on top of every bite also. This is just our little happy place. Anyway, love you Pho Delicious! read more

I had the shrimp fresh spring rolls. Served with a dark sweet hoisin peanut sauce. It was delicious! I also ordered the regular rare steak pho, it was so flavorful the broth and the meat had a good taste. The herbs on the side were fresh. The service was exceptional. Thank you I will be back read more

My partner and I came here tonight for early Valentine's Day dinner. I was craving a broth based meal that is also slightly healthier than fast food, and we've been meaning to check out their food but have tabled it for awhile. I've only been here once for a cup of bubble tea but was upset that they didn't fill my tea to the brim when I asked for no ice. I told myself I'd come back once more just to see how their food is. They don't have any competition in Oak Lawn as far as Vietnamese cuisine. The service is great -- the gentlemen made sure to check on us several times even though he was the only one at the front end and there were several people at the counter waiting for their takeout order. I can totally appreciate it and was blown away because I know for a fact that Chinese restaurants prioritize the takeout traffic over the dining in customers. My only complaint is the place isn't the most clean -- our table and parts of the seats had some crumbs on it, but nothing that we couldn't wipe off ourselves. My partner ordered their chicken pho, and I did their beef pho. We ended up splitting a chicken banh mi, and both the pho and the banh mi was really delicious. One thing I missed during COVID was having a fresh bowl of hot noodles dunked in broth -- it's not the same experience when you order takeout, especially with noodles in broth. The broth was seasoned to perfection -- not too salty and not too bland, and the lime juice, jalapeños, and mint leaves really bring out the flavor of the broth. I can appreciate their meat to noodles to broth ratio, there was a really good amount of everything, and we both inhaled our meals quickly. We left with a full and happy belly, and we didn't break the bank. It's slightly pricier than Uptown Chicago, and that is expected because in Uptown -- you have a ton of competition, there's literally a Vietnamese restaurant every block. Their lunch special looks very reasonably price, and we already discussed coming here one day for lunch. I also love how they have 3 signs on the wall near the entry where it talks about the anatomy of pho, bubble tea, and banh mi -- it definitely helps the community better understand what ingredients makes up the dish and beverages. A lot of people are unfamiliar with Vietnamese food or don't know the difference between each Asian country's unique cuisine, so even this well-versed Asian American can appreciate and approve of the propaganda. Either way, the service and the food is worth it, and I'd recommend this restaurant to anyone in the area looking for some authentic Vietnamese cuisine. read more

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Order through Uber eats all the time and it has never ever disappointed. The chicken pho and Thai milk tea with boba is such a perfect combo. Orders are always packed so neatly and with care as well. Everything we've ever had from here has been so delicious and so this has become a go-to pho spot for my house! read more

I ordered the pho tai which was steak noodle soup. We ordered for take out so when we got home everything was packaged separately which was nice putting it all together. The broth in this was amazing full of so much flavor. Plenty of noodles and veggies to leave you satisfied. Steak was very tender basically fell apart when you ate it. We also ordered the egg rolls which were very crispy and full of so much flavor along with the dipping sauce. Can't wait to try more of the menu a must try people! read more

Great pho. I've gone here many times, usually for carry out. There is some confusion on menus I think. Maybe because they're refining them? Their closing times seem to change too. Maybe that's been fixed but there have been a few times we got the craving for pho around 630pm and couldnt ahold of them. Other than that we enjoy their food. read more

Pretty disappointing because I imagined this place to be good since it looks so inviting from the outside. I looked forward to ordering banh mi and Vietnamese coffee, but after sitting down and seeing the lack of service and cleanliness of our table, we had second thoughts. We should have left, but I was hungry, so we walked over to the counter, helped ourselves to some napkins and wiped the table. It's not that the place was busy, but the owner or worker seemed to be gazing at the full moon at a corner table. We ordered the grilled meat rice plate with egg rolls, spring rolls and grilled meat with vermicelli noodles. The rice plate was the saddest of its kind that I have ever encountered and we've had our fair share of bad experiences in the past. One of our friends described it as though they ran out of food in the kitchen and managed to scrape together a spoonful of rice with cut up microwaved meat and egg rolls. We asked for some fish sauce with soup, which are typical accompaniments with the rice plate. The server/owner gave the soup but not the sauce. We also asked for hot tea twice. Upon the third time, we walked up to the counter, they finally made it. Again, we were one of three table of customers that they had. Not exactly busy here. Like the rice plate, the portion size for the vermicelli with grilled meat was also about half the size compared to other Vietnamese restaurants. Most definitely not worth $13 each. With regards to the overall decor, I loved the visuals of the "anatomy" of banh mi and pho pictures. Although the images were cute and different, they're overshadowed by the overall messiness of the place. Condiments are in boxes in a corner, utensils and napkins were not filled at each table, leaving the customer to search for their own. It's evident that there was a lot of thought and effort that went into the design of the restaurant, but it's also clear that the current owner and employees are unable to maintain the quality of service, the upkeep of the basic necessities, and the lack of attention to food preparations and presentation. I really hope they see this review and recalibrate their business approach. Train employees to be more efficient, cleaning and restocking during down time. Treat each guest and table as of it is opening day. Hopefully, this will change because there doesn't seem to be many Vietnamese restaurants around the area. And, the food does not do Vietnamese food justice. read more