Ate dinner here on May 25 with my husband and a friend. Friendly staff who greeted us and answered…read morequestions. Steamed dumplings were delicious. I had the crispy chicken, husband had Long Island duck, friend had the Amish chicken with cashews. Dishes were good portions and nicely seasoned. Broccoli was cooked perfectly. Pleasant atmosphere. Clean and bright. They are a byob and no extra charge. This was a nice surprise

Came here to try their pho since that's always my go-to when testing out a new vietnamese spot. The…read morebroth had pretty good flavor -- solid base, nothing to complain about there. I was a bit surprised that they don't offer tripe or tendon options on the menu, as that's something I've come to expect from any decent viet place. The portion size was also on the smaller side -- the bowl wasn't as generous with meat as I'm used to getting elsewhere and I was still a bit hungry after finishing the bowl. Also tried their spring rolls -- decent, nothing mind-blowing but they got the job done. The space itself is small and casual, very no-frills. Service was fast and friendly though. Not a bad spot, just didn't quite hit the bar I have for pho in philly. I may come back to try their other menu items and see how it compares.

Came here for a late lunch on a weekend and it wasn't busy. We ordered a bbq beef with egg on rice…read more(#208) and it was delicious. The meat portion is sufficiently big and the meal was about $14. The place is clean and the bathrooms are clean. I'm excited to come back for pho!

Came here around 3 pm on a sat and it was pretty empty. We got seated immediately. The server was…read morenice and the food was really good! I shared this dish with a friend for only $13 and it was so so so filling for the both of us. They accept cash and card at no surcharge.

I've tried to give this place multiple chances, but I'm done. I have a strict dietary restriction…read moreand have ordered food without pork several times. At least four separate orders have come out incorrectly with pork included. We do love their food and order 1-3 times a week- but they JUST CAN NOT GET IT RIGHT! While it was remade in the past, it's frustrating that such a basic request continues to be ignored. Tonight was the final straw. My order was once again made incorrectly, and when I brought it back, instead of correcting the mistake, I was told I was lying. That response was not only unprofessional but incredibly disrespectful. Avoiding pork is not a preference for me--it's a religious requirement. To have that repeatedly disregarded and then dismissed so rudely is unacceptable. I will not be returning. Would give 0 stars if it was an option.

Yum! I was in Philly and needed some veg options for a coworker…read more We stopped in to lunch and enjoyed our meal. Everything was tasty and fresh Can't wait to go back

A no frills place. Cash only. They serve great pho. Johnny on the spot. Sit. Order. Eat and pay…read more But it's consistently really good. Not really a date night. But definitely is a nice comfort food option.

This is supposedly the best phở in Philadelphia, and the best I've ever had! And it's incredibly…read morecheap compared to Boston. 1.Phở - Tái, Nạm, Gầu, Gân, Sách: The broth was dark, but the flavor was natural and umami; the beef was in big portion and large slices, tender, and the tripe had no gamey taste; the rice noodles were authentic Vietnamese phở, perfectly cooked and very refreshing. The biggest surprise was the tái (eye-round steak), yet still retaining that pleasantly chewy texture of undercooked beef; the gầu (fat brisket) was thick and crisp, fragrant but not greasy--who would have thought I'd find brisket fat here? This showed the restaurant's precise control over the broth temperature and the thickness of the beef. Almost all phở restaurants claim to offer authentic raw beef or various cuts of beef, but very few can truly make customers feel the difference. The restaurant's decor is simple but spacious and clean; the service is average, but very efficient. Efficiency is essential for phở, otherwise the beef would be overcooked in the hot broth. After all, the essence of a restaurant is food, and for such affordable ones, it's gratifying to see them spend most of their costs on the food itself.

My partner and I absolutely love Cafe Diem!!! It's our go-to spot for breakfast, lunch, and dinner…read more We might be a little biased, but the food is always served to perfection. The space is small, but the service is quick, so you can easily get in and out within an hour. We always leave happy and satisfied. Our go to order is a small & large order of the Bun Bo Hue. Large order of Banh cuon. And drink.

Very good bun Bo hue! Cash only establishment. Service is quick! Restaurant is quite small…read more Municipal parking next to the restaurant.

Service - The owners seem lovely. Very kind and welcoming…read more Pho - Eh. I ordered the vegetarian pho which was $15.99. I asked if it came with tofu and was told it did not. I asked to add tofu. Given that the vegetarian tofu was more expensive than any of the phos with meat, I expected vegetables to be somewhat robust...this was not the case. In addition to a fairly bland soup that lacked depth, the only vegetables the soup came with were bok choy and broccoli. The added tofu was fried and quite good but the portion was quite small...certainly not enough to justify an additional $3.00 cost. My soup also came in a different bowl and appeared to be a smaller potion than my friend's. She ordered the beef tofu and also complained of a bland broth; she said the brisket was well cooked. Sauces - The sauces at the table (Hoisin and Siracha) seemed to be water down, which is bad enough. But they also seemed a bit rancid and had a strange after taste. Lovely owners. Nice ambiance. While Philly is pressed for late night eats, I likely won't be back.

Have only gotten pho here, but the soup and noodles are more to my liking than other places I've…read moretried in philly. Love that the soup comes out scalding and stays hot while I'm eating Can be busy on the weekends, but happened to be quiet on a Friday and the owner was very friendly to us :)

Miss Saigon has a lot of really good gems on the menu and an extensive drink menu…read more Although the restaurant is definitely pricey for what you get, I didn't leave feeling like I could have gotten similar dishes for half the price on Washington Ave. Out of everything I tried, the oxtail pho and spring rolls were the only dishes that seemed like more straight forward Vietnamese dishes, but even with the pho, the oxtail really made my night because of how tender and delicious it was. The crab fried rice was also fantastic as well as the braised pork belly bao. The quality of service was a little quirky, as if the waiter had hired his friends as waitstaff, but it added to the experience. Our waiter was very fun and friendly. This is a great option, especially for a late night dinner, as it stays open much later on weekdays than most restaurants in Center City. Looking forward to trying more items on the menu!

The place is really beautiful to look at, picturesque for sure!…read more The food felt a little not worth the price. The dish I had was so-so. Was a little surprised by the undercooked garlic. Waitress was a little short with me but I think she was tired. Hope she's ok! I would go back to the scene for drinks and smaller bites

Vietnam Restaurant is one of the better Vietnamese spots in the area and consistently delivers…read moresolid, clean flavors. The BBQ platter is excellent and easily a meal on its own, with a great mix of grilled meats and variety. The pho stands out for being well balanced and tasting very natural, without that heavy, overly processed broth flavor you sometimes get from places that rely too much on bouillon. The fried spring rolls are a favorite at home, especially for my wife and son. The grilled pork bun is also very good with a solid portion size and well-seasoned pork. Overall, it's a dependable spot with strong execution across the menu and one I keep going back to.

We've been coming to both of their locations for over a decade. This was probably the first time we…read morefelt the didn't hit the mark. I didn't really like my seafood soup. It tasted so heavily of kimchi, the seafood was overcooked - both the squid and the shrimp. The shrimp curry was okay , but standard nothing too special for a pretty hefty price. We did also feel rushed which probably tarnished the experience. We didn't realize they were closing so soon when we first came into the restaurant.