Great food with no MSG! Excellent coffee and smoothies! The vegan pho is also fantastic! If you don't like noodles, you can choose zucchini instead. read more

We have ordered food delivered from here a few times but we decided to dine on tonight. Indoor and outside seating. Quick and courteous service and varied menu. We ordered Bahn mi with beef and the brisket pho. The sandwich is really delicious with fresh crunchy bread lots of beef, pickled daimon, carrot, jajlepno and cilantro. The meat is well flavored and tender. Great value for $10. The pho is a large bowl fixed with shaved meat, noodles, onions, and a plate with the garnishes of bean sprouts, mint, jalapeno, and lime. Also, very tasty and large portion for $17. Love the food here and we will definitely be back soon. read more

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I searched Yelp for pho near me and found Cafe Lavie Vietnamese. I dined in once in the beginning of the year, but did not have my phone with me and forgot to write a review after. When I was in town, I had to check them back out to see if it was as good as I had remembered, and it was! This time I ordered takeout and I am happy to report that the quality did not diminish by taking it home with me. Whether you dine in or order out, you will be impressed by the portion size. I ordered the chicken pho. The broth was super flavorful and the chicken pieces were thick and tender. I highly recommend! read more

Cafe Lavie Vietnamese - PH6. Pho Chicken - Bubble Tea Near Me - Boca Raton, Florida

Wow this plaza is super duper cool. When I first arrived in the plaza, I thought I was in a different town. Kinda like how you enter Harry Potter town at Disney's Universal. You'd never expect a pho restaurant excluding the word "Pho" from their title to be delicious but this is the rare exception! I order the PH1 which is their special pho. Their broth at first sip was immaculate. One sip of this broth can cure a night of drinking... I swear! You know broth is good when you don't have to add any condiments. But of course I still did but it didn't take much for me to enjoy. What I can say is the oxtail let me down a little bit. It only came with two small ones, but better than nothing! Most combination pho don't have oxtail as a meat. They also give you a ton of water (if you eat by yourself) . The sriracha they have is not bad as well. I'd give this place try if you're in the area. If not, just come from how unique the plaza is. read more

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kind of missing love, light on protein . Service was nice, but very practical. it has an ok environment, but it lacks love, and smells a bit... read more

It's hard to find a Vietnamese restaurant in the Boca area. I have to say we are spoiled living in Orlando with the large selection of Vietnamese restaurants so we were happy to find this when we were visiting family. Went in for a late lunch and shared a grilled shrimp Bahn mi and the avocado summer roll. Both are very fresh. The shrimp were large and cooked. Perfectly, had a bit of a tandoori taste rather than the Vietnamese flavored shrimp, but that was perfectly fine. It was a large sandwich enough for two the spring rolls were full of lettuce and noodles with a very nice peanut sauce, and the avocado gave it another texture. Very unpretentious really enjoyed our lunch there. read more

Cafe Lavie Vietnamese - Avocado summer roll - Bubble Tea Near Me - Boca Raton, Florida

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I had a great Brown Sugar Boba Tea at this little Vietnamese restaurant in Boca. It's located in the Publix shopping center on Military and Clint more so there is easy parking and it is close to where I work which makes it really convenient. The restaurant is clean, bright and open with indoor and outdoor seating. I ordered at the counter. It took a little while to make my tea because it was quite a process and it was a really good drink. I will be trying more tea and take out Pho on my way home from work. read more

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Amazing coffee!! Waiting for our food but so far this place is really good. I have never had Vietnamese coffee and I will be back for more coffee for sure. Very clean in here and can't wait to eat! UPDATE: food came and is SO FLAVORFUL AND GOOD! read more

Cafe Lavie Vietnamese - C4. Vietnamese Creme Coffee - Bubble Tea Near Me - Boca Raton, Florida

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Everything was hot nice and fresh!!! Me and my husband went and I got the spicy bo bon hue!! It was AMAZING!!! A solid 10/10 Definitely recommend highly!! read more

Cafe Lavie Vietnamese - Bo bon hue . PH4. Pho Rare Steak - Bubble Tea Near Me - Boca Raton, Florida

It offers good selection of Vietnamese food that has good taste. Everyone that tried it love it.

Wow so good. This was my first time having pho and it was great. I got the vegetable pho beef broth. They really added a good amount of vegetables in it. Will be coming back! read more

Cafe Lavie Vietnamese - Vegetable pho beef broth - Bubble Tea Near Me - Boca Raton, Florida

I did take out with this restaurant and the pho was terrible. The broth had no flavor, it was missing that "pho" flavor.

What a treat!! Outstanding quality & so many great choices we will return many times. Generous portions and freshest ingredients. Very pleasant service and helpful! The A6: fresh summer roll. Excellent peanut sauce. A15: young papaya salad with shrimp. Thank goodness I used chopsticks & took my time devouring the entire plate - beautifully plated & again, so fresh. B9: banh-mi mixed sandwich. Fiancé said one of the BEST he has ever eaten. Warm crusty baguette and fresh veggies and excellent balance. best wishes for continued success. We love the food!! read more

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Pretty good. Stuck in a difficult corner of a shopping center, this Vietnamese restaurant doesn't disappoint. Appetizer rolls are of good quality and grilled meats are tasty. read more

Loved our lunch here the other day... The restaurant is set back. Facing Publix, it is located to the right in the little alcove. There's plenty of parking spaces in the lot even with it being a busy location. The restaurant inside has banquets along each wall and a row of tables down the middle. There is a menu in the wall, but there's also a printed copy and a QR code, if you prefer. It's easier to order by menu item number. We began by sharing a fresh summer roll with shrimp. It was good. We both liked their version of the peanut dipping sauce. They have a pork version and a few fried crispy rolls, too. We each got our own banh Mi sandwich. We both ordered the pork. I got mine without jalapeños, however. The French bread was a true baguette -- crusty and crunchy outside. The pork was lean and slightly warm -- having just been cooked in a light bbq sauce. There was a lot of meat in the sandwich compared to other ones we've had. The veggies were nice and crisp and the added cilantro gave it a freshness of flavor . I'd order this again definitely. Can't wait to come back to try their various soups/pho's and other main dishes also. If they are half as good as the sandwiches, it will be a permanent keeper. read more

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Service: lack luster. The waitress had her headphone on the entire time. I had to say excuse me 4-5 times for her to even acknowledge. Food: the special oxtail pho is $18.xx with 2 pieces of 1/2 of a meatball, 1 piece of oxtail and a few slices of meat. Nothing special. They brought out the attached pathetic plate of vegetable... Do not expect much from a pho place in fancy Boca area, except it'll be mediocre and overpriced. My meal confirmed exactly that. Will not be back. Do not recommend. read more

Cafe Lavie Vietnamese - Pathetic vegetable plate for the special oxtail pho - Bubble Tea Near Me - Boca Raton, Florida

Great place that just opened 3 months ago! First let me start with no MSG in their food which I think is amazing, just like in Europe. We got the Tempura Shrimp Appetizer, very tasty and delicious, Vietnamese baguette sandwich B6 on the menu, so fresh and the meat was great, also I got the Chicken Poke Bowl P1, super fresh and healthy the chicken was cooked perfect. Try this place out, you won't be sorry! read more

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With all the work going on in the Polo Shoppes I didn't even realize that a new restaurant had opened up here. But when Cafe Lavie showed up on Yelp as my closest Pho spot, I was pleasantly surprised and wanted to check it out. This location has had some tough breaks over the few years. No less than 3 restaurants went out of business in the last few years and on top of it, Publix undertook a giant store and parking lot renovation, severely lowering foot traffic and visibility. The fact that Lavie opened up in this climate is impressive. Cafe Lavie has an outdoor seating option so we decided to sit outside and enjoy the breezy afternoon. Our waitress was helpful in getting us situated and came right out to give us menus and water. The menu has many variations of pho, Bahn mi, salads, appetizers, smoothies and bubble teas. I got a vegetable pho and split a chicken Bahn MI with one of my kids. The Pho broth was great. Very flavorful and the noodles were perfect as well. Really hit the spot and satisfied the Pho craving I had. I loved the Bahn Mi as well. The baguette was super fresh and the chicken, veg and sauce inside was delicious. Overall we were very pleased with the meal. I would definitely recommend Cafe Lavie and look forward to go back again soon. read more

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This sweet new gem tucked in the corner next to Publix of the shopping center was hidden due to all of the construction going on, but what they have completed so far is beautiful. We opted to sit indoors even though the covered patio with a view of a fountain and some fresh greenery was a vibe. The restaurant isn't fully setup yet as the owner stated she was still adding wall decor but absolutely love what they did to the floors and the space was bright and welcoming. The owner is from the Philadelphia area and where you will find some of the best Vietnamese food in the nation. Let me tell you, the food is legit! I started off with the coffee slush with boba. They didn't have the regular boba prepared but stated the crystal boba was better and she was right. The coffee slush was just perfectly balanced and the boba added a nice texture element. Hubby got the taro slush of course and he loved it. The owner mentioned that we had to try the vegan crispy roll, of course we had to oblige. I've not vegan but I might convert. They are pretty serious about their vegan specialties and even make sure the prep area is kept separated as to not cross contaminate. The roll itself I believe had mushrooms and mung beans. The filling was almost a creamy like texture which was unexpected compared to your typical protein fillings but so good. She also mentioned the udon was a must. My daughter got the udon which I took a sip of the broth and it brought me back to my childhood. It had a bit of a kick so be prepared for that, but it is a must try as the broth is so flavorful. Hubby ordered the special grilled meats special Banh mi but she brought out the cold cuts one instead. He's not typically a fan of Vietnamese cold cuts but he really enjoyed this one although still prefers the grilled meats. He kept raving about the bread all day. I guess we have our new Banh mi place. And the papaya salad with beef jerky omg!!! Cafe Lavie Vietnamese is definitely a welcomed addition to the area as there aren't too many authentic Vietnamese focused restaurants in the area that isn't pho. We look forward to our next visit so we can try all of the other items. read more

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The food is absolutely amazing I come here at least once a week the food is non-GMO and also extremely filling would recommend to anyone. read more

Cafe Lavie Vietnamese - The PH6. Pho chicken. Non-GMO ingredients and . - Bubble Tea Near Me - Boca Raton, Florida

They do not follow any specific instructions or notes. I ordered a large Pho with another side of large Pho (just the soup). I specifically asked for several sides of Hoisin and Sriracha. I received 1 tiny side of hoisin and 1 sriracha. That was the first issue. The pho soup was not bad but what was weird was the strangely larger-than-normal size of the noodles that came with the pho. What's up with that? I'm used to thinner rice noodles and the noodles they served were more like a pappardelle noodle. I didn't like it and honestly kind of bizarre. read more

The bánh mì here is so good. The service was a little slow, but there was only like- two people working up front and we weren't waiting an excessive amount of time. I honestly enjoyed it and just talked with my group of friends while we waited on food. The ambiance is a little quiet, so sometimes I felt like we were being a bit loud as a group. They had slow, quiet music playing but overall I had a great experience. I am definitely going to come back because lord, that bánh mì was popping! We cleared that! read more

Cafe Lavie Vietnamese - B5. Traditional Baguette B3. Grilled Pork Baguette A4. Shrimp & Pork Summer Rolls A7. Chicken Wings - Bubble Tea Near Me - Boca Raton, Florida

My photos do not do this place justice - they're quickly becoming one of my favorite new restaurants! So far I've tried their pork banh mi, shrimp banh mi, shrimp summer rolls, veggie spring rolls, Thai tea boba, taro milk tea boba, and Vietnamese iced coffee. Everything has been delicious, but the pork banh mi and iced coffee have been stand outs in my opinion. The pork is really tender and is cooked in a sweet-savory sauce, the bread is served warm with a crisp crust and soft interior, and there's a great mix of fresh veggies, herbs, and spicy peppers. My companions tried the beef and chicken banh mi sandwiches and said they were really good as well. They also have a pretty extensive vegetarian/vegan menu for those that don't eat meat. I've eaten in-store and ordered take out, and the service has been very quick and friendly each time. The restaurant is currently hidden from view by construction, but it's right next to the Publix. It seems like they opened pretty recently - you should definitely check them out! read more

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$10 for a Boba tea with almost no tapioca balls. Complete rip off. Not going back. Plenty of other places to frequent. Not worth the time or money. read more

Very professional staff. Kind and welcoming too. The ambiance is warm and relaxing. Sit back and enjoy your pho! read more

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I keep giving this restaurant a chance and continues to disappoint me. The basic (white rice) is always under or over cooked. Ever since the owners are not in the restaurant this has gone down south. They should close this. Today my rice was again some under and some over cooked. Horrible. Sorry this use to be my favorite local Vietnamese restaurant but no more. Sorry Cafe Lavie but not giving you more chances. read more

This is the best Vietnamese food I have had in south Florida. I was hoping to find an authentic restaurant & this is certainly that. I have gotten it two days in a row because the tofu pho was that delicious. Incredible broth & flavor. Very happy to find this place. They have a whole vegan section on their menu. I also tried the vegan fresh summer rolls yesterday and they were so fresh and packed. The peanut sauce was delicious that came with them. We will be back! read more

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Owner Christy was super adorable! She came over to our table to introduce herself and the concept behind the art of everything that was on the menu. Food was fresh and flavorful, made to order. Little pricey but I suppose it's all relative with the zip code and ingredients. Will definitely be back to try other things next time we're in the area. read more

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So, so fresh and delicious! I had the young papaya salad and it was excellent. my husband had the banh mi and it was even better!

A storefront restaurant located in the Polo Shoppes Shopping Center. Opened just over 1 year. I tried the Shrimp & Pork Crispy Spring Rolls , two in a serving, just fair. I also had the Pho Shrimp, choice of rice noodles or zucchini noodles($2 upcharge) . Comes with bean sprouts, basil, jalapenos, and 2 sauces. Lots of flavor and enough for 2 means, very good. read more

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Absolutely horrible food and ambience. Place was dirty and smelled like urine. I question why I stayed. The server insisted that the boba tea was made without milk when it was made with milk powder (served to a vegan). Food was oily and gross. Run. read more

We enjoy Vietnamese food and this was our first visit here. My first impressions was that it was quite clean with the choice to sit inside or out. The spring rolls were very fresh and stuffed. We had the Pho soups. Shrimp, shrimp and wontons and the rare beef. We barely were able to finish the soups and they each had lots of shrimps, wontons and the beef was probably more than a quarter pound of deliciously tender beef. The broth was seasoned perfectly and the fresh herbs just made it all tie in. We have already told our friends to try out the food. This is a definite keeper and I'm glad it's close to where we are! read more

The husband of a Vietnamese woman here and I can say this place is good. Well, at least the banh mi sandwiches. That's all I have gotten and it's one of the best I've ever had. My wife gave it her stamp of approval too. read more

Cafe LaVie makes, hands-down, the best Pho in South Florida. The staff are very friendly. The restaurant is decorated nicely and plays sweet music. Their Banh Mi sandwiches and Vietnamese Cream Coffee are also delicious. Their vegan options also make it friendly for lunch with coworkers. This is where I tell everyone to go for pho. read more

Cafe Lavie Vietnamese - Pho LaVie, Pho Special - Bubble Tea Near Me - Boca Raton, Florida

Sooo good. Stopped by here for a quick lunch and was not disappointed. They made the sandwich in less than 5 mins. The baguette was fresh and crispy, haven't had a banh mi before but it was the best bolognese sandwich I have ever had! Will definitely be going back to try their other menu items read more

Cafe Lavie Vietnamese - B5. Traditional Baguette - Bubble Tea Near Me - Boca Raton, Florida

Wow this new Vietnamese place is incredible! It is tucked away in the polo shoppes, which is a shame since it is completely hidden by the construction. I'm so glad I found this hidden gem on Yelp! The Chicken Banh Mi was absolutely delicious and the baguette was incredibly fresh. I also highly recommend the Vietnamese iced coffee or the taro boba, both delicious. The downsides are that the prices are a bit steep ($10 Banh Mi, $7 drinks) and service was extremely slow. However, I am not knocking any stars off for that since they are only 2 months old and I understand it takes a while to get on your feet, especially in Boca. The food was also absolutely worth the wait. Just only come eat here when you are not in a rush! Check this place out and support local!!! read more

Cafe Lavie Vietnamese - Chicken Banh Mi - Bubble Tea Near Me - Boca Raton, Florida

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The lotus root salad (I choose to add shrimp) was DELIGHTFUL! Absolutely wonderful. The staff was lovely - attentive and polite! The restaurant is bright and clean. This was my first visit and I will definitely be going back!. read more

Cafe Lavie Vietnamese - Lotus root salad (with shrimp) - Bubble Tea Near Me - Boca Raton, Florida

Excellent Vietnamese food. I have had their pho, traditional Baguette sandwich, grilled pork and spring rolls. Highly recommend! read more

The food is very flavorful and delicious! I've returned 5 times with different friends, all were equally impressed. Here's the skinny: Really excellent Vietnamese food. Perfectly seasoned. Downside - lack of ambience, untrained waitstaff, but friendly and willing to learn. The vegetable pho is my favorite pho. The broth had such depth, it rocked my tastebuds. Ladened with fresh vegetables and topped with my favorite herb, cilantro. For non-cilantro eaters, you can request modifications. They are very accommodating. Another favorite, clean and light, is the green papaya salad, topped with crushed peanuts and shrimp, in a light sweet sauce, also with fresh sprigs of cilantro. It's refreshing and light and 'clean' in the summer heat. I love their summer rolls filled with vermicelli, bean sprouts and your choice of shrimp or grilled pork. It's accompanied by a generous portion of peanut sauce. Or you could order a combo. I love appetizers and enjoy their chicken wings immensely. Their meats are deliciously marinated for 24 hours and are grilled to perfection. Both beef and pork. If you are carb-conscious, the vermicelli can be substituted with lightly steamed zucchini noodles for a $2 upcharge. My dining partner ordered a generous poke bowl, half of which she took home. The menu is extensive, I've only touched on a few items that I've selected. The also serve a cold salted Vietnamese coffee. Christie offers a free sample after your meal if you've never had it before. The owner, Christie, is an extraordinary chef and is usually on the premises. The downside: No romantic ambience, but friendly staff. It's a work in progress, you will be delighted with the food. Ask to meet Christie when you're there. read more

Cafe Lavie Vietnamese - Christie, owner and chef. - Bubble Tea Near Me - Boca Raton, Florida

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Do you need your vietnamese fix? This is the place. Fresh food made with all natural ingredients, they even have a separate vegan menu The waitress recommended the young papaya salad with shrimp, the salad was so fresh and delicious and super healthy. Last time I had the Pho, hot and spicy soupy with, the flavor was amazing. read more

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