This place is an absolute hidden gem. If you're not looking for it you won't find it by just driving by. Saw the great reviews and had a friend that also wanted to try it. Four of us met for an early dinner at 4pm. It got busier as it got later so reservations may be best. The owner/host/server was the nicest guy, explained the menu in great detail and helped us with what to order. It was fantastic! Everything is made from scratch, and I mean everything! His mother in law is in the kitchen cooking like she's in her home country. We had fried wonton appetizer that was not greasy at all. Delicious and homemade. We also had coconut shrimp, they were jumbo shrimp and tasted great. For dinner I wish I could remember the exact names but I'll have to describe them. Grade A steak tips with salad - not your typical boring salad with steak on top. This was seasoned to perfection and came with an amazing dipping sauce of salt, pepper and lime. So good you will want to put that sauce on everything! Scallion pancake much like a crepe but crispy, filled with vegetables and your choice of protein (we had shrimp and pork) absolutely delicious! Lemongrass curry with beef - now this is not a big bowl of soup like curry, this is served in a dish with veggies and rice on the side. The flavor was incredible. I can't even explain it. You've got to order it. They are so passionate about the meals they prepare and it shows. Outstanding service and high quality food. Oh and let me give you a a tip, if you're not an alcoholic drinker they have homemade limeade and green tea. I suggest getting the limeade. You will never have better! So refreshing. So 2 appetizers, 4 dinners, 5 homemade limeades for $200 with a tip. Well worth it and will definitely be back!!! read more

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This place was very good with excellent service. I had recently returned from a Vietnam trip and was craving the food and this place nailed it. The food is authentic and delicious. I had a spicy beef pho and it really brought me right back to Ho Chi Minh city. I also had an iced coffee that I wished was stronger but it was still tasty. I would recommend this place 100% and I am looking forward to going back soon. read more

Bui Vietnamese Cuisine - Spicy Pho. I can't remember the name of the dish but it was delicious! - Vietnamese Near Me - Branford, Connecticut

The beef PHO is from an old family recipe. It's a wonderful combination of protein, noodles, broth, and tasty garnishes. Service was friendly and prompt. Ambience remind you of a neighborhood Vietnamese restaurant with comfortable tables and I'll laid-back atmosphere. Well worth the drive. They do a risk takeout business too so if you can't Line, you can take it home. read more

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The waiter was super attentive and extremely friendly. The crispy chicken was a bit on the salty side, atypical Vietnamese dish. The egg noodles had quite a lot of vegetables to my liking and wish there was a bit more noodles. The pho soup was light and clear, noodles lack the bounce of freshly made but overall probably a solid choice for the neighborhood. read more

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Such a hidden gem! We loved this spot. Food is excellent and certainly several cuts above your typical Vietnamese restaurant you tend to find around the US. The Vietnamese pancake was one of the better ones I've ever had. Hot sauce is homemade and a must try (they also sell it in jars to go!). I overheard that they bake their own baguettes so coming in for lunch for a Bahn Mi is next on our list. Service was top notch. Zero complaints. Ambiance was fairly typical of a strip mall restaurant but you can tell they take a lot of pride in this place. Loved it read more

What a fantastic find! Bui just celebrated its first year in Branford after moving here in March. When we arrived, we were told that they could not take our orders for another 45 minutes because there was a long line of takeout orders ahead of us. We took that as a good omen and waited only 20 minutes. We both ordered large portions of the house special pho, which turned out to be the last portions of soup they had for the day. Come early as they do run out! The soup was fragrant, and the rice noodles firmer than usual. The large meatballs and shrimp were nicely prepared. We were offered their house chili made on-site from a family recipe. We liked it so much, we bought a jar to bring home. The spring rolls were not made with rice skins, but the filling was authentically prepared. The proprietor, Steven is Peruvian and is married to the chef's daughter, so he works everyday with his Vietnamese mother-in-law. He said the first time he tasted her cooking, he told her she should open a restaurant. It was something she always wanted to do, but never got to it. With his encouragement, they got started in Manchester before moving to Branford last year. Will definitely be back! https://www.buifood.com read more

Bui Vietnamese Cuisine - Spring rolls - Vietnamese Near Me - Branford, Connecticut

Stopped into Bui Vietnamese for a takeout lunch of the pork belly Bahn mi. I phoned in my order ahead of time and it was ready within about 20 minutes. When I walked in, I was warmly greeted by the owner who shared with me that he included some of their homemade chili sauce (on the side) with a recommendation that it pairs very well with the Bahn mi. I arrived back at work ready to enjoy my sandwich. I was immediately hit with the delicious aroma and bright, fresh ingredients. The Bahn mi had a generous amount of flavorful pork belly. I added some of the chili sauce and if you like some heat (but not overwhelming) I'd recommend adding it! I look forward to returning and trying more dishes and desserts on their menu. read more

Bui Vietnamese Cuisine - Vietnamese Near Me - Branford, Connecticut

Great food & great service! A welcome surprise for our Friday night out. we'll be back.

I used to live in Philadelphia were there was really great Vietnamese food thanks to an immigrant population there. Seventeen years in CT and I still had not found good Vietnamese until we walked into this place. So grateful to have found it. Looking forward to trying the Bahn Mi. I had the Pho. Was good, standard Pho. I wish the menu was more extensive. Very kind service -- the owner was also waiting tables and seemed to be doing it all. read more

Excellent food & warm, attentive service. We had the Bahn Mi sandwiches the last time we went and my husband and I agreed they were the best we ever had. Highly recommend!! read more

Bui is great! The owner is so personable, he goes above and beyond to show you dishes on the menu and will share information if you are not familiar with Vietnamese food. In a shopping plaza in the middle of Branford, it's convenient to get to and unassuming in looks. The restaurant is cozy and seems to almost always be full - expect a wait if you don't make a dinner reservation, and during rush times there may be a slower service or items sold out. I ordered the house special pho with beef and shrimp and it was excellent! Broth was delicious, meat and shrimp were juicy, and fried scallions on top was a fun, new twist. Add their house-made chili sauce! It was the favorite dish of the night by far. I've spent some time in Vietnam, and this rendition of hearty pho is worth the drive to Branford. Others ordered: clay pot pork, crispy chicken, and gluten-free pho. They have a helpful gluten-free menu and the owner is very knowledgeable about dietary restrictions for all dishes. read more

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Got takeout for the first time - Hot&Sour Soup and Wonton Soup. Both were incredible. So tasty and filling. Fresh ingredients. Service was super friendly. Restaurant is cute, small, charming family vibes. My hard-sell boyfriend's reaction: "I think we need to make this a regular weekly dinner." Will be back, likely many times. read more

Bui Vietnamese Cuisine - Hot & Sour Soup - Vietnamese Near Me - Branford, Connecticut

Excellent food, lovely atmosphere. Owners are wonderful & extremely personable. The spring rolls are insanely delicious. .their own special made chil sauce is an absolute must to buy from them in a jar! I bought 3 jars in 4 months! read more

Stopped in during lunch because I was in the neighborhood and I'm so glad I did! I got a beef Bahn mi with a side of chili oil that was truly out of this world! The beef was flavorful and incredibly tender. The veggies were perfectly pickled and the bread was fresh, soft and flakey. I'm disappointed I didn't order a second one for myself! I cannot wait to go back and explore the rest of the menu! read more

Bui Vietnamese Cuisine provided a very fresh take on this popular southeast asian food experience, bringing bright flavors to the palate of curious new diners of the cuisine & to veterans as well. Maybe a little off the beaten path for some but well worth the short detour off of I 95 when in the Connecticut shoreline area. Service efficient & informative. Great natural lightning in the restaurant & comfortable seating round out the experience. They were out of a few items but our alternative selections were well plated & in generous portions for lunch service. Beautiful salads, competently prepared noodles & perfectly cooked shrimp & chicken were the standouts. Ask for red chili paste to enjoy a little more heat. Next time we will try the duck. read more

Excellent food and service! I went on a weekend night, the dining room was full and the take out business was very active. Great flavors!!! read more

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**many gluten free options - the website has a specific section for GF, vegan and vegetarian. Very knowledgeable staff and willing to accommodate the sauces! ** Came for lunch on a Saturday - small space, but there were plenty of open tables. It was the perfect day for pho! We split the spring rolls - they brought out both sauces so my non GF friend could enjoy their homemade peanut sauce. We both got a regular pho and were not disappointed (and had plenty of food!) - mine with shrimp beef and vegetables and my friend got the shrimp beef and meatballs. The broth was delicious!!! And they have a homemade chili oil that they also sell ... I'll be back just for that! The owner came around and walked us through some questions we had with the menu during to my allergy. He also made sure to show us the difference between the reg and large pho sizes which we appreciated - reg was plenty! We'll be back soon! read more

Food is delicious and authentic!! Owner is very attentive to all!! I have been back four times and look forward to my next visit!!

The food is consistently excellent with layers of flavor. The staff are always pleasant, polite. The establishment is clean and inviting.

Following up on CT Mag accolades four of us locals decided to give this restaurant a try. With a warm greeting and family like atmosphere we were seated at our reserved table and assisted with the amazing selection of food. We were told to try both types of dumplings as an appetizer and they were the best we have ever had including those from LA. Our main courses were wonderful in appearance and taste. The Crunchy Duck and Chicken and Salmon dishes were exceptional. Enough to satisfy and take some home. Will be back again but will this time bring our own wine or beer as they do not have a liquor license and encourage byob. A culinary family affair worth visiting! read more

May I give it 7 stars!?! It would be easy to miss this shop, as it is nestled in the Bushy Plaza. There is PLENTY of parking, with grassy areas and a few trees. Once inside, the decor is tasteful and warming. The owner is a shining individual, dedicated to his craft! He provided excellent recommendations, corrected an error along with EXCELLENT service! The food was SUPERB! I enjoyed the Vietnamese vegetarian pancake, and pickled radish with the best chili oil I have had in a long time. The flavors of the whole meal were balanced phenomenally! Especially with the chili oil, which I was told it will be bottled and sold so get in line! The only uninspiring item was the boba, however I am picky because I make my own at home. The Homemade Honey Lemonade was refreshing and unique. I look forward to eating here again. Bui was voted best Vietnamese for in CT, and absolutely deserve the award! read more

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We tried Bui for the first time last night, ate there. Super fresh and authentic healthy meal! We ordered the spring rolls, fried dumplings, two bowls of pho, and flan for dessert. Almost everything is made in-house. To drink we had a generous glass of red wine and a carafe of hot tea. The gracious owner took our order and served us. All around great choice for lunch or dinner! read more

Excellent authentic Vietnamese food. Great service. Highly recommend bun Bo hue and grilled with noodles

First time trying Bui today and it did not disappoint! From calling in the take out order to picking up the order, what a great experience! The owner Steve is so nice, even giving me a sample of a special chili sauce they make, which was fabulous! The grilled shrimp and noodles were delicious, shrimp cooked perfectly and the noodles and veggies were so fresh and light. The summer rolls were AMAZING and the peanut sauce was to die for! I cannot wait to go back and try more things on the menu! What a great addition to Branford, we will be back! read more

Bui Vietnamese Cuisine - Chili sauce! Spicy deliciousness! - Vietnamese Near Me - Branford, Connecticut

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Definitely one of the best restaurants on the shoreline. Tiny little place but the food is so good, fresh and beautifully served by the very wonderful owner, Stephen. I love vegetables and they are served in abundance at this great place. read more

This is a hidden gem. Outstanding fresh food and the owner is so nice and attentive. I had a great traditional bahn-me sandwich and some spring rolls. Will be going back again to try more. On the way out I bought a jar or their chili sauce. So. Good read more

Let me start by saying the service was outstanding! The staff took such great care of us, making our experience exceptional. As someone who's always on the lookout for delicious Vietnamese food, I finally made it to Bui after hearing so many good things. The pho was my favorite--flavorful and comforting--but the pork clay pot was also a solid choice. I ate way too much to leave room for dessert, but the avocado cake looked amazing, so I'll definitely be back soon to give it a try. read more

Bui Vietnamese Cuisine - Honey Marinated Pork in a Clay Pot - Vietnamese Near Me - Branford, Connecticut

Fresh, flavorful and delicious. Had shrimp pho & pineapple fried rice and both were excellent. Definitely try their ginger soy sauce!! Can't wait to go back again! read more

It was so good! I had the special which I don't remember the name but it was delicious. It was like a spicy pho, they said. I am glad I decided to try somewhere new and take up on the owner's recommendation! It was generous with veggies, broth, and meat. Will bring my sister with me next time! I think the owner is Steven? Appreciated his enthusiasm:) read more

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Took young son to Bui and we liked it. My son wished that there was more chicken in his dish but my Pho had plenty of meat. Nice owner I wish them luck. read more

***** I would give fifty stars if it were possible! The food is absolutely excellent. This is a family owned restaurant with unique recipes that are excellent. It is a very personal restaurant and is quite comfortable. Steve runs the front end of the restaurant and is both friendly and informative. The duck is excellent as are the summer rolls, dumplings, and pho dishes. The food is freshly prepared and tastes great! The prices on the menu are very reasonable. I can't wait to go there again! Our new favorite. read more

One of the best meals we have had in a LONG time, and absolutely one of the most authentic we've ever had! What a gem of a restaurant. I would eat anything on their incredible menu, but was blown away by their soups, Vietnamese pancake (try this!!! SO good!!), and the best dumplings I have ever had in my life. It was like eating home cooking prepared by a wonderful family...because it was. You can taste the passion and pride and nostalgia in everything here, which is all made from scratch. I cannot wait to go back!! read more

The best Vietnamese restaurant in Connecticut hands down. The service is amazing and the food is out of this world good. The owner is fantastic and you can tell he really cares about what goes on in the kitchen. I had the crispy chicken and cannot stop thinking about it, truly one of the best meals I have had in quite some time. read more

My partner and I went here for his birthday! The food is absolutely delicious and the service is even better. We've both eaten all over the world & felt we have never experienced better service in our lives. We are so excited to go back!! read more

Good soups and duck; will try some of the other dishes soon. Safe to assume the will be tasty too.

This restaurant is absolutely excellent every way shape or form. It's a small business with very hard working and positive people there. This is a prime example of how a small business should be run... Excellent service, friendly people, the food is CONSISTENTLY phenomenal. It's not easy being the new guy in town and they make it look easy. 10/10. read more

Very yummy. Authentic and delicious. And what a great guy the owner (Steve) is! Worth the drive.

We went for lunch and it was perfect. We shared a summer roll with shrimp and the Vietnamese pancake. The summer roll came with a delicious spicy sald and pickled Daikon??. Not sure what it was but it sure was good. Then we split the pancake which came with shrimp and pork and lots of vegetables. The pancake was unique - kind of like Indian Pouri bread - also delicious. We'll be back! read more

Five of us had dinner there last night (3 chef's and Foodie Family) and let me tell you to got to get there and eat! The food was 5 star. the presentation also 5 star and the service provided by Steve was amazing. Steve was a great host, telling us about the food, the restaurant history and his family who with him own and run the restaurant. They make their own sauces that are all delish and will be bottling them for retail soon. We had a nice assortment of dishes and there wasn't a loser among them. Go for the food, come back for the food & friendly service. read more

Visited on Saturday and had the most delicious beef pho! The fried spring rolls and fried dumplings tasted like heaven. Others in my party had pork in a clay pot, crunchy chicken and wonton soup, and all were scrumptious. Avocado cake was a surprise favorite for us and I can't wait to return. read more