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    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Vietnamese Pancake
    Samuel C.

    A very good Viet restaurant in Flushing. A small restaurant but it wasn't cramped. The beef pho had great broth but the quality and quantity of the beef was average. The chicken pho was better. The chicken was flavorful and tender. The Vietnamese pancake was the stand out dish. It was crispy and had a good amount of filling of crab and beef. Service was good.

    Signature pho
    Matthew W.

    I like this place! It's quite small (maybe room for 30 people), but it wasn't too crowded when we went. Staff was friendly and helpful. We ordered mostly pho, which was really good. I'd recommend the Signature, as it's only $16 and quite delicious; they don't skimp on meat which is nice. The shortrib pho is the best tasting, but it's $25, so it's not the best deal. Personally, I'd come back for the leek pancake. It's almost mochi-like, but comes out steaming hot with dipping sauce. So so good! At only $10, it was excellent value. I'd def come again, or visit their new location (this one is the original).

    Beef summer roll (there are two pieces, I ate one and then remembered to take the photo)
    Jeannie T.

    It's my second visit at this location. Staff is always friendly and quick to take your order. I really enjoy the chive pancakes and the Pho. Classic beef brisket, tendon and beef round pieces. The broth is great- not too salty and has that nice bone broth finish. The noodles are very good as far as texture and it's cooked just right. My friends like to order the truffle fries, guilty pleasure. And I like ordering the hot tea with my meal. It's good for digestion and they give you a small tea pot that yields over 6-8 cups of tea. Great for sharing. I've always over ordered so I've never had the desserts. Next time! I've also done take out and the go to besides the Pho are the grilled pork chops over rice. Two generous chops, grilled to perfection. Has grill marks and the fish sauce accompaniment is delicious. Totally recommend.

    Crispy Summer Roll
    Allen L.

    This was my last meal in NY before heading home to CA. The Bun Bo Hue was good, I asked for it extra spicy but it wasn't. Their version was somewhat traditional with a heavier shrimp paste flavor but still a bit too Americanized for me. It doesn't have pork blood and came with the same accoutrements as pho, no cabbage. Crispy Summer Rolls was tasty but a little skimpy for the price. I was expecting to be a bit more wowed based on reviews but overall was still an enjoyable meal!

    Menu
    Daisy C.

    Found this place on Yelp and came here for early dinner. This place is small and it gets full really quickly especially during dinner. For appetizers we got the fried salt and pepper squid and crispy wings. The salt and pepper squid was crispy and flavorful. The crispy wings were pretty good especially with the homemade sauce. I really enjoyed the bbq pork vermicelli. The pork was flavorful and I liked the combination of food in this dish. The pho was also good but the short rib was a little tough and dry. We could've done it without the short rib.

    We had pho in couple of places, decided to try another restaurant to see if the broth is different. Broth is little weaker compared to other places, however the meat itself and other dishes were good. We had the fried egg and chive pancake, it was delicious. Seafood pho was ok, the short rib pho was pretty good. Salt and pepper fried squid was better than the others. Staff was attentive and food came out quickly. I will definitely come back. We enjoy the meal today. Thai Iced Tea had good portions and was in a big cup.

    pho, grilled pork chop, truffle fries
    Joanna C.

    The food was great! Came here for dinner with my friends and had a good time. We ordered pho and the grilled pork chop over rice, along with a few appetizers, and everything was satisfying. Although, the fried salt and pepper squid could be a bit crispier, and it would've been nice if it came with a dipping sauce since it was a little bland on its own. My friends got thai iced tea, and I ordered a lychee thai tea. The staff were super nice and patient, didn't rush us to finish our food. Overall, great food and warm service. Would definitely come back or check out their LIC location.

    Chicken pho
    Monicka C.

    Order: - Chicken Pho (4/5) - Beef Pho (4/5) - Beef Summer Roll (4/5) Pros: - Great tasting food - Large portions - Classic Vietnamese options - Quick service Cons: - Marinade for the chicken of the chicken pho was a bit too sweet Overall: Great pho spot and will definitely be back

    Vietnamese pancake
    Shashi R.

    Excellent signature pho. Hot Vietnamese coffee is perfect for the cold weather. Sugar cane juice is sweet. Love the bone marrow additions! Service is excellent. It can get crowded so if you need a table for more than 2, go early or get the wait time.

    Shelley L.

    This place is adorable and quaint. Come off peak hours to grab a seat for a larger group because the place is popular. Service is polite and quick. Ordered a few things to try and the winner was the pho. The pho is light but the broth is flavorful and exactly what you want with meat to noodle ratio. The reason for the rating is everything else. We had the pork chop over rice, chicken wings and sandwich. All delicious in flavor but seriously sweet. It was tough for my palette to digest the sweetness in every bite for these meals. Perhaps it was just a heavy hand this time or the marinade was just off this time. Willing to try it again just for the broth and attempt the sandwich again.

    Indoor dining available, with partitions.
    Jo I.

    This place is a gem among a street of cafés and mainly Korean restaurants. I come here a few times a month for takeaway if I have dance class down the road. I was first introduced to Chef Papa years ago through a Yelp Elite perk, but I have come back as a regular throughout the years. They consistently make bomb Bahn-mi's and authentic pho, but all of their classic menu offerings are fire. The Bahn-mi's are stuffed with pickled shredded carrots, fresh herbs & veggies, and a choice selection of meats. Personally, my favs range from the classic house special to smokey grilled pork chop to fragrant lemongrass chicken, but you can't go wrong with any of them. The crusty bread and fresh ingredients makes everything taste really authentic (in fact, I attest to housing this behind the wheel... I couldn't even wait til I got home!) The classic pho comes with a broth that is rich, deeply aromatic, earthy, with fresh herbs, poured over perfectly cooked chewy noodles topped with tender meat & tendons. It's one of those broths that lingers for a while and you can't wait to have again. I can't forget to rave about their shrimp summer rolls: super fresh and light -- definitely best eaten right away while the rice paper is still soft and everything inside tastes crisp. For $7, this can make for a mini- lunch or hearty snack to you tie you over between meals. The peanut sauce on the side is the perfect accompaniment to bring everything together. While the above three are my regular goto favs, on my most recent visit, I ordered the Bun Bo Hue and the grilled pork chop vermicelli -- both were seriously good. The Bun Bo Hue had a really rich, flavorful broth with just the right amount of spice. Even though I ordered it mild, it still had a significant kick (so fair warning to those who cannot handle spicy). Hubby ended up devouring that one. The hearty broth was simmered properly as noted by that deep, comforting flavor. The grilled pork chop vermicelli was just as solid. The pork was juicy and nicely charred, with a slightly smoky sweetness that paired really well with the fresh herbs and pickled veggies. The chewy noodle underneath soaked up all the collective juices. The portion size was generous that I had enough for lunch the next day. Overall, it's a great spot if you're craving authentic, comforting Vietnamese food. Friendly and fast service too. Pro tip: 3% discount if you pay in cash. Everything I've tried over the years has tasted balanced and fresh. I'll definitely keep coming back to try more from the menu!

    Delivery packaged drink
    Sam Y.

    I've eaten in person multiple times before, but this is for a delivery order. The service is usually attentive. They have hoisin and sriracha on every table, as well as a QR code for an online menu. I normally get a Regular Pho, but was in the mood for something different. The Bon Bo Hue had a great balance of sour and spicy, and you can definitely taste the shrimp paste. It smelled so fragrant. The noodles had a good chew to them. However, the meats were a bit overdone, especially the beef, which I didn't finish. This could be due to it being delivery, but was a bit disappointed since their meats (especially the over rice or vermicelli dishes) are usually cooked well. The Salted Lemon Drink was packaged securely. Flavor wise, it reminded me of Umeboshi, there's actual salted lemons in the drink! Overall, a decent spot to hit. Just be sure to pick and choose what you order if you're getting delivery.

    Signature
    Deepika K.

    I came here with a girlfriend yesterday after hearing about the social media drama tied to this place. We came on a Saturday for lunch and were seated immediately - the restaurant had ample seating for about 8-10 parties! We started with the Thai iced tea, and also got the veg spring rolls as an app, and they were good, standard Vietnamese spring rolls! Thai tea was also good, but standard! For mains we ordered the signature pho and lemongrass chicken. The pho broth was sensational but the beef felt a little overcooked to me. I would order just the broth and noodles next time w no meat! The lemongrass chicken was also good, chicken was so flavourful but felt like the platter itself was missing something. Overall, delicious meal, great for cold days. I soooo disagree with the horrendous review from the social media influencer, this place is a little hole in the wall and has good food! Plus points for clean bathroom, but the parking situation is a little bit of a nightmare!

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    Is there a bathroom to use? thx

    Yes, a 1 loo washroom.

    Is this restaurant kid friendly?

    yes!!

    A little reluctant to try another Vietnamese restaurant in the queens area. Is this legitimately Vietnamese or Chinese Vietnamese? Do you serve broken rice with your rice dishes? Didn't see if bun bo hue and pho Dac Viet is on the menu?…

    Hi Mash, yes we are an authentic Vietnamese restaurant. Our Chef is from Vietnam, born and raised. All of our rice dishes are served with broken rice. We do not have bun bo hue as of yet. We do have Pho Dac Biet, but it does not come with beef… Read more

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    JoJu is a solid lunch spot that keeps its focus tight and executes well within that lane. We walked…read moreinto a straightforward, no frills space where the menu centers on banh mi with some rice bowls and drinks rounding things out. The portions are generous enough that a single sandwich can genuinely feel like more than one meal's worth of food. The banh mi is the main reason to come, and the pork versions are where the kitchen shines most. We ordered the caramel pork, which is worth it. The meat is cut down into small pieces that pick up flavor throughout and create a layered bite alongside the pickled vegetables. The tofu banh mi holds up well as a vegetarian option and carries a gingery, carrot forward flavor that works. The bread leans toward a softer, thicker cut rather than the thin, crackling crust of a more traditional Vietnamese version, but it still holds the fillings well without getting soggy. Service is fast and the overall experience is quick. The staff moves efficiently and our order came out in good time, which makes it a reliable option for a workday lunch when you do not have much time to spare. The banh mi travels well if you are taking it to go, and the packaging keeps everything intact. It is a good spot for a filling, well priced lunch that does not require much planning beyond showing up. We would come back for the caramel pork banh mi and appreciate that we can be in and out without sacrificing quality or portion size. For a quick, satisfying Vietnamese sandwich in the area, JoJu delivers exactly what it promises.

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    Food: This small food stand offers a Chinese version of chicken shawarma gyros which are very…read moretasty! There's a rotating vertical spit with marinated chicken cooking. The chicken is sliced off the spit and continues grilling at the bottom of the spit along with onions. Once the chicken and onions are ready, they're placed into a flaky pocket/bun and served to you hot and fresh. Each chicken "sandwich" is $6. The chicken is very moist and flavorful with the spices and onion. It tastes best eaten hot as soon as you get them. I would highly recommend you give this a try! Service: Staff was friendly and welcoming. Ambiance: This is a food stand/store front with no seating. The food is meant to be ordered and taken out. Overall, I would highly recommend this eatery!

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