Me and my husband are a big fan of bun Bo hue. We've tried almost all of the Bun bo hue in every vietnamese restaurant in town. I will have to say that the bun bo hue here is superrrr awesome! One day I invited my sister who doesn't like bun Bo hue to join us for lunch at hoang lan. Encouraged her to try the bun Bo hue here, and she loves it! Now, my sister comes here once or twice a week for a bowl of bun Bo hue. I had tried their pho beef and pho chicken here before. It was ok. But i would prefer to have pho elsewhere. read more

Hoang Lan - Bun Bo hue - Vietnamese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Not the best BBH, but it was good compared to other places. Spicy BBH was not spicy enough. Staff was friendly and helpful though.

Returned less than one week later (today). Brought my parents, excited to introduce them to bun bo hue. Drove for 20+ minutes with a cranky 5 yo. We walk in at 6:48p and we are told that they are closed. What time do you close? At 7:00p. I look at my phone and it is 6:48p. ... ?! Super disappointed. If the kitchen stops serving at a certain time, THAT should be what is listed as closing time. We got there before 7p and were turned away. Really poor customer service. Not so sure I want to come back here. Gave 5 stars initially, but definitely not a 5 star restaurant in my book anymore. read more

I came here for the first time after a snow hike and I was really craving some soup. Hoang Lan is definitely the epitome of hole in the wall. It's kind of a sketchy place but this didn't stop me from visiting because my friend insisted that this is the place to go to for Bun Bo Hue and he wasn't wrong! I've been told that when Viet celebrities visit Seattle, they come to this place (not sure how valid this is but I mean that's pretty cool if it is lol). I definitely came here for the BBH because I always complain to my Viet friends that I crave authentic BBH but there's nowhere that serves awesome BBH in Seattle, well until I found this spot. There are different spicy options and I was worried it might be too spicy if I went all out so I went with the lowest spice level (I really should stop underestimating myself lol). The bowl is huge, like you can share with another person and get full. It comes with everything that my friends parents put in their BBH (onions, blood cubes, beansprouts, pork etc). What really got me hooked was the broth. I am all about broths so of course when I tasted it I already knew I would devour the whole bowl hehe. Tastes exactly like a homemade BBH, not watered down or anything, with tons of flavor. And for $8, deals for days. I will definitely be back soon to explore the menu. Check it out for yourself! (: Note: Bring cash! read more

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One of the Best Pho and Bun bo hue joints im Seattle and the whole Washington state!! Fast and friendly service always!!! My goto spot in Othello!! read more

Food is exceptionally well done and very authentic. Come in there during lunch and the aroma makes you want to order everything but what I had was their famous noodle bowl with everything in it like the one in my pic. read more

Hoang Lan - Vietnamese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I ordered bun bo Hue to go and what when I go home opened only see the blood and a little bit of beef, it really very bland. read more

Hoang Lan - Vietnamese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Great food period. Wish they would take credit card. as I only had 40 bucks, we didn't get to try the drinks. BBH was superb. The steamed tapioca dumplings were best in town. The stirfried clams we're interesting.. first time had that in the states but had better one outside of the country. read more

Hoang Lan - BBH..:) must have - Vietnamese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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BBH!! Bún Bò Hue is so near and dear to my heart that we're on a TLA (three-letter-acronym) basis...much like CFS (chicken fried steak...*drool*). I know it says I only have a few check-ins here, but it's because I have a stupid phone. My family has been here well over 30 times in the past few years. Proof that this place is freakin' delicious: my husband left me in the hospital with our freshly newborn baby to eat here for lunch with my family. It's THAT good! Their BBH comes with four protein components: cha (ground pork "sausage"), thit (sliced beef), gio (pork hock/bone), and huyet (coagulated pig's blood). So, yeah, I usually order BBH with thit & cha only. The Mì Quang is also pretty dynamite. If you go there at the end of the day, though, you might get the bottom of the pot and that sh!t is spiiiiiicy! And, like other reviewers have said: Cash only. Park at the PLT (King's Plaza) parking lot or take the light rail to the Othello station. Vietnamese TV is not as obnoxiously in yo' face like at Pho My Chau. Oh, and take note of the super early closing time (it's in The Valley...yunno what I mean? You see the steel bars on the windows?) Owner is the shady-looking guy who obviously has no dental coverage and his girlfriend who's in her 50's and wears stuff from Forever 21. They are great people, though, and the guy is super hilarious. Bottom line: If you want to eat the best BBH & Mì Quang in the Northwest, come eat here. read more

I found piece of a metal sponge in my noodle soup, how does it even get into the pho? There are also cockroaches on the floor and the tables. The vegetables in the spring rolls are always old and almost rotten to the point where they are brown. I went there almost every week. Seeing the vegetables at first didn't disturb me until I saw the cockroaches, since they have a really good soup base I still went there knowing that it's unsanitary there. The other day I went there and I was stunned that there was part of a metal sponge. I thought how unsanitary it was but how does a metal sponge even get in there? It can't be an accident because if they clean the pot well it would be clean and they probably don't clean food with it right? Anyways, until they make things cleaner, I'm not going back. My favorite pho restaurant just lost one of their familiar customers. read more

In the back corner of a Safeway parking lot, you will see a sign that says Bun Bo Hue, THEN the name of the restaurant, Hoang Lan. This alone speaks volumes about what's really important: Bun Bo Hue. Below that sign, you'll see quite possibly one of the sketchiest back entrances to a restaurant that you've ever seen. Don't be afraid. Take your most guarded stance, walk in past the two bathrooms, kitchen, and you'll see that it's actually not so bad. Keep in mind that this establishment accepts cash only. So, come prepared. They'll give you menus, but I'm here to tell you that for your first time you most definitely should try these two things: Banh Bot Loc & Bun Bo Hue. I'd like to point out here that in the couple times I've been, the wait staff speak English rather fluently, so there's nothing to worry about, short of trying to sound out what you're ordering. You could just point, but what's the fun in that? Just say that you want the "Bun Boc Lock" and "Boon B-awe Way." You might still sound a little funny, but hey, at least you'll be close! Banh Bot Loc could best be described as a pork and shrimp dumpling with a slightly sticky, slimy texture. The dumplings are accompanied with a fantastically made fish sauce for dipping. I realize it doesn't sound all that tempting, the way that I described it, but it really is. I highly recommend that you add some chili sauce to spice things up a bit. After you dip the miniature dumpling into the sauce and pop it into your mouth, you'll taste the sweetness of the fish sauce, followed by the textured crunch of the miniature shrimp and pork. It's highly addicting, and you'll feel as though you could eat an entire mountain of this delightful dumpling. In fact, you probably could. The Bun Bo Hue here can best be described as a beef broth based soup with the addition of vermicelli noodles, well done brisket, what I assume to be a pork meatball, pork blood cubes, and of course, a pig's foot. On the side, they'll provide you a plate of shredded banana flower (It's a must add, as it's great for texture), bean sprouts, lettuce, cilantro, lime wedges, and jalapeno slices. Once again, I haven't given you the most eloquent description of what's in the bowl that'll be in front of the future you, but that's coming, I promise. If I could eat and swim in a pool of this broth, blood cubes, pigs feet, and assorted meats, I most certainly would. It has a certain depth that completely balances a blend of spicy, salty, sour, and a hint of sweet flavors. Combine this with the different textures of the accoutrements and you have a bowl of the best thing since pho. As hard as it is to find a good pho, it is that much more difficult to find a good bowl of Bun Bo Hue. Its heartiness sets it apart from the lighter broth that accompanies pho, and it's something to be truly appreciated. I can't necessarily say that it's the best bowl in the greater Seattle area, as I have not tried this particular dish in very many spots. However, it is one of the best that I've personally had. I think that speaks for itself. Either I have a terrible palate, or you're in for a real treat. read more

Hoang Lan - Large Bowl of Bun Bo Hue $8.00 - Vietnamese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Our lunch was great. It was me (who loves any kind of Asian food), my 68 year old mother in law who only likes chicken fried rice, and my 5 year old daughter (who isn't picky, but is hesitant about new foods.) My mother in law got the lemon grass chicken, with jasmine tea. My daughter got chicken Pho, and I got beef flank Pho. We all loved our dishes, although I liked my daughter's chicken pho better! It was a laid back lunch, good and friendly atmosphere. read more

For the Hardcore fan, this place is not for the faint of hears! Rainier Beach says its all! Service = Ok Ambiance = Only for the hardcore fans! Food = As authentic as it gets, feels like you're eating in the alleys of Hue! Crowd = Old school Viet! Price = ! Favorite = Hardcore! like myself Worst = depending on how hardcore and how much your willing to overlook Meal for two = 20 Final Say = When mediocre Bun Bo Hue just doesn't do read more

One of the best Pho places I've had in Seattle! The Tapioca Shrimp banh loc la is excellent! Highly recommended and I can't wait to try their other dishes! read more

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This isn't a place you would necessarily stumble upon, nor is it a place that you would "decide to try." But if you're viet and/or a fan of Bun Bo Hue, then you got to be in the know that this is THE place for BBH, if ya don't know, now ya know! It's a very small shop, that can hold maybe 25 people at best. Parking could be a hassle as well as there are small lots around but always busy. But if you can make the trek and find a spot, the broth is clean tasting bursting with flavor. The pork blood is fresh and not chalky tasting, the meats are tender and melt in your mouth, the ham hock is a little small but just enough to nibble on afterwards. No MSG after taste. Just a happy warm and full belly. I'll definitely be back for more! read more

I've been coming here since I found this place a little bit after I moved to Seattle 2 years ago. Like everyone else who reviwed this place, their Bun Bo Hue is the best in the area BY FAR. I would even dare to say their Bun Bo Hue rivals or maybe even excels over the ones in the Little Saigon areas in So Cal's OC area. Their Mi Quang is very good as well and their Pho is the best I've had in Seattle. Yes their place looks and feels a like the hole in the hole in the wall and it's definitely beat up, but it is extremely clean. I've never had to wipe down my chopsticks or spoons because they are always spotless. I've even taken friends visiting from the Bolsa area (Little Saigon for those who don't know). They laughed about how run down this place looks but they agreed it is one of the best Bun Bo Hue's they've ever had and that's saying alot since where they come from Bun Bo Hue places are on every corner. Also, if you don't speak Vietnamese try to come with someone who does because "They English not so good" and bring cash because they don't take credit cards, checks, or chickens as payment. ONLY CASH. read more

I normally don't eat Bun Bo Hue, but this place has some yummy Bun Bo Hue for sure! I'd say for a restaurant, this has to be one of the best place for Bun Bo Hue. I've had many amazing Bun Bo Hue but it was all homemade-church members and friends. I've tried other restaurant's that carry Bun Bo Hue on their menu, it's not the same. It's just not their specialty. This place takes care of their broth. Bun Bo Hue: rice noodles, beef shank, pig's feet, cha lua (steamed pork loaf), pig's blood cubes, banana flowers, bean sprouts, lots of herbs. Doesn't seem too appetizing huh? But, it's good! You have to try it to find out! Cash only. Parking is in the back near a Safeway. Place is a mom's and pop's. Service wasn't so bad. After a night of partying, something soupy and warm is good! BTW: you can buy their steamed pork loaf (cha lua). It was freshly made and individually wrapped. read more

When I came here with my friend, she was so surprised I haven't tried this place. I was too! I mean, it is a little sketch when you walk in, but that's when you know it is delicious! They are known for their bun bo hue but I was feeling like mi quang soup that day. It was so good and tasted so authentic. They added all the ingredients that make up the mi quang soup. The meat was soft/flavorful and not dry at all. I can see why many Vietnamese people flock this place to get their noodle fix. Next time, I would try the bun bo hue soup! They even add pork blood cubes to it, that's when you know it is legit. Our server was really cheery and our food came out fast! I shall return. read more

Oh my, this place is one of my pho-vorite Vietnamese restaurants anywhere, mostly because of their 'best in Seattle' bun bo hue and other Central Vietnamese dishes. This place is located in a plaza in the heart of 98118, USA's most diverse zip code according to the most recent US census. The food and flavoring this restaurant is gear towards the local customer base and not the mainstream, so it is delicious and you will have to tell them to ease off on the spicy if you're into milder or bland food. The prices here are fair, there is parking, customer service is good, and you can get their via light rail as well as fulfull your shopping needs after you're done eating here as there's an abundance of other businesses around. Get the bun bo hue, it's the best in town, hands down! read more

I am a die-hard Bun Bo Hue lover - knowing this, my Vietnamese friend and his mom brought me here for lunch one afternoon. He warned me that this place looks sketchy and might not have the highest sanitary-looking conditions, but will give me one good-lickin bowl of Bun Bo Hue. Of course I agreed to go! Lo and behold, it was exceptional. I'm not sure how service usually is, but thankfully, my friend's mom is clearly a regular and we got superb service. I think it'd be a great help to bring someone who speaks Vietnamese as the servers don't seem to know much English. What makes this bowl of BBH authentic and especially yummy, is that they have whole pork knuckles, banana blossoms, chunks of pork's blood emerging through the beefy & shrimp pastey broth. Feel free to not eat any of these ingredients that don't appeal to you, but they definitely give great depth of flavor to the soup. This place makes me feel like I walked into a small janky place in Vietnam that served surprisingly delicious BBH. read more

I got bun bo hue. $10 for a delicious hearty meal that comes with everything in the food pyramid and more, I really can't complain. I was going to try the tapioca shrimp dumplings, too bad this place is cash only. I will be back next time! read more

Hoang Lan - Vietnamese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

There is not a better place in the Seattle area to get Bun Bo Hue. The owner is always happy (probably bc his restaurant is always busy) and the soup, vegetables and meat are always consistently good. They're cheap, fast and very tastey. My only caveat is that if you are looking for a super clean experience and a corporate type restaurant, don't go here. This is a little mom and pop shop with Vietnamese videos playing all the time and I'm sure their restaurant could be a little cleaner. But go in knowing what it is and you will love the food. If you want clean, corporate type dining, stay away and let me get your table so I can eat in happiness. read more

We're in the middle of a heat wave and all I want for dinner is bun.. And some banh loc lot. My BF had a rice dish. The bun did not have as many veggies as I would have liked. Kind of disappointing. Nevertheless, it was a refreshing bowl of cold vermicelli noodles. I opted for grilled pork and egg rolls. Pork was just OK. The banh loc lot was so fresh! They were pleasantly chewy. This place is not the cleanest.. And I kept hearing a lady sneeze in the kitchen.. Yuck. I might come back someday for bun bo hue since that is what they're known for. Cash only. read more

Best pork chops in town. Love that's a hidden gem that I think I'm the first westerner to discover, haha. Can't recommend it enough.

Food was authentic and delicious! The menu is small, ensuring delicious consistent meals. Will definitely be returning ASAP.

Who's the really good Boombah ways are number one in the menu Eggroll egg rolls really good I like it serviceable good

There is no other place I would go in Seattle for Bun Bo Hue. Almost as good as being in central Vietnam. The broth has a good base and the right amount of spice (though I like things hotter). The meats and other additions are always great. Hole in the wall place but well worth it! You can't eat Pho all the time... mix it up! read more

Hoang Lan - Vietnamese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Best place for Bun Bo Hue in the Seattle area. I often compare them with Dong Thap and the only thing Dong Thap has is their fresh noodle. Other than that, Dong Thap is a long way from Hoang Lan :). The broth is rich and flavorful. The vegetables on the side has a good varieties and good portion. Please keep doing that! The service is good and fast. We always get seated right away. They also have many other tasty dishes! read more

It is getting cold in seattle and a bowl of hot noodle soup is much needed! I had their bun Bo hue and really like it. The soup is rich and slightly toward the spicier side. It works quite well with the thicker noodles compare to pho. I'm not a fan of the blood curd but the fish cake and port hog go very well with the broth. $8 for a large bowl, really can't miss this! read more

Hoang Lan - bun bo hue - Vietnamese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I got the beef steak and beef ball pho. The pho broth was pretty good. Im from Los Angeles and this is my first time in Seattle. This definitely will be my to go place for pho in the future. read more

For the past few weeks, multiple friends and family members have suggested the Hoang Lan restaurant, located in the Rainier Valley, to us after overhearing our conversations about Vietnamese cuisine in the Seattle area. As a generation of Chinese that grew in a household with parents that were raised in Vietnam, our expectations for traditional Vietnamese cuisine are fairly high with an added standard for bun bo hue that is quite a bit higher. In addition, due to the fact that the restaurant touts having the best bun bo hue in Seattle, our group had become a bit reserved as our experience with bun bo hue in the International District have been fairly pleasant. Located adjacent to the light rail station, the restaurant maintains a rather unkempt atmosphere typical of restaurants owned by Vietnamese families that inherently reflect an importance on food rather than interior decor. With bars over the windows and an old television set playing Vietnamese musical performances; it is what we have come to love and expect from similarly owned Vietnamese restaurants. Lastly, the restaurant accepts only cash and the meals range from about five dollars for a small bowl of bun bo hue to seven dollars for a larger order. Though we would forget to review that actual food right? Of course we would save the best part of the review for last and the bun bo hue our group ordered definitely made us believers. Although our quest for the best bun bo hue is a continuous journey, our order at the Hoang Lan restaurant currently resides at the top of the list. With plenty of meat accompanied by a rich flavorful broth, the order satisfied us to no end and there is no justice to the flavor that mere words or images could ever convey. For those also on a similar journey for bun bo hue in Seattle, if you have not visited Hoang Lan, please visit soon because it would be amazing to have everyone follow a standard of what we believe to be the best bun bo hue in Seattle thus far. read more

Hoang Lan - Rear Entrance - Vietnamese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Best Bun Bo Hue and best Hu Tieu I've ever had. Clam chowder and brunch diet was not cutting it for me during my trip to Seattle. This little hole in the wall had me coming back I think 3 times during the 4 days I was here. Food was definitely really cheap and worth every cent. Parking and entrance is a little sketch, but don't let that deter you from coming here. *BRING CASH read more

I came here from all the rave reviews for Bun Bo Hue. I ordered Bun Bo Hue (spicy beef noodle soup) and Chao Tom (sugar cane shrimp). Chao Tom was not very good. It had too much stuff mixed in with shrimp. I won't order this here again. But I am not going to ding them for this dish since it is not their specialty. As for Bun Bo Hue, it's not the best I've had, but it will definitely satisfy my Bun Bo Hue craving. it could be the best in WA tho I haven't tried Pho So 1 yet. The broth was flavorful but not spicy as I like even tho i ordered it spicy. The beef, cha, pork leg was good. Best Bun Bo Hue I've had was in CA. In Bolsa (Little Saigon in SoCal), Thanh Vi was the best I've ever had but the restaurant is not around anymore. The owner retired. In the Bay Area, go to New Camau and Bun Bo Hue An Nam. read more

one of the best Bun bue hue in Seattle indeed! My pastor took me here with his wife for lunch meeting, after that first bowl i craved the whole week after!! Today, im back and brought my family to try the Bun bue hue. We all left full & happy!! Fyi, CASH only!! Bun bue hue is $7.00 for a small & 8.00 for Large. There are parking in the back & back entrance, place is closed @ 7pm. read more

It's been years since I've visited this hole in the wall establishment. Met a friend for lunch and we both got small bbh. It's still got the best for bbh in town. Middle of the week around 11 am and I was already waiting for a table. Fresh and fast. Cash only. read more

This place has always been a childhood favorite. Even after I've moved, I always make the drive back to MLK because they serve the BEST and most authentic BBH around. The spice can be a little inconsistent from time to time, but I surely don't mind because the broth is just so flavorful. You also have an option to substitute for thinner noodles, add pork feet, take away pork blood, all around just customize your bowl to your liking! Besides their BBH, they also serve other noodles (pho, chowmein, vermicelli) and combo rice dishes! I also very much enjoy bun rieu, which is crab based with shrimp paste. The portions are hugeeee, I always have trouble finishing this one on my own, so I end up taking it home and can still enjoy it the same way. They also have appetizers such as egg rolls, spring rolls, and my absolute favorite go-to... banh bot loc (pork+shrimp filled tapioca) served with fish sauce; 20 pieces for $7. I can never get enough!!! Don't be thrown off by the looks of this place and the strange back door entrance. It is totally normal to enter from the back parking lot. They get really busy on weekends and are a cash only establishment. read more

Hoang Lan - Vietnamese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

This place got some damn good pho, but it is truly a BUN BO HUE RALLY over here! Sooo freakin flavor ... Spring rolls are fresh! Service is super fast and friendly read more

Worse shipping and pick up service ever !! No spoon no fork and no napkin in the bag ?? So how I eat ?! Should not let people note "can I have spoon or fork" everytime they order food !! read more

As a Californian, I've tried numerous Bun bo hue restaurants and I think Hoang Lan is up to par with some of the places in CA, maybe even better. This isn't the most attractive place to dine at and people usually enter from the backdoors. But all that doesn't really matter because this place serves really tasty and legit spicy beef noodles. My bowl was complete with pork blood, beef shank, pork patties and ham hock. Plus I love how there were plenty of fresh veggies, including dried banana peels because some restaurants don't usually serve these. The next time I visit Seattle I'll definitely return to Hoang Lan. read more

Hoang Lan - Bun bo hue (S) - Vietnamese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

This place is so unsanitary I love it that's how you know the food is good Ive found hairs and bugs in my food but I keep coming back because the food is so good I eat here once a week 5/5 stars read more