I've been coming here for years and once a week when I come back from university. I usually order the same items since I've tried most of their Bahn mi's I've been sticking to my usual items the past year as they are still my favorites. They're not too different from other bahn mi places but their price point is a little higher. I always order Kimchi fries and Vietnamese Caramel pork Bahn mi's and occasionally a Thai milk tea. The Vietnamese Caramel pork Bahn mi is so sweet and delicious. I love the full-on sweetness with the sourness of the pickled carrots. I think it's a great combo and tastes delicious. The kimchi fries are always the same and taste great with spicy mayo. I always forget to say no cilantro so I always end up picking them out, but aside from the cilantro everything in the kimchi fries is delicious. The kimchi is well salted and sour and the fries are super crispy. If you like the Vietnamese caramel pork Bahn mi, I'd also recommend the Joju bowl. There is also caramel pork in it, but I don't get it as often as I prefer a sandwich. I never finish either meals as the portion is pretty big. Their Thai milk tea is delicious and doesn't taste powdery compared to other bubble tea shops. tl;dr - Viet caramel pork Bahn mi and kimchi fries are great, Bahn mi is pretty big, usually eat in 2 sittings read more

JoJu - Joju bowl! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Elmhurst, New York

Gone here multiple times and each time the Bánh mi tastes great. No matter what sandwich you get it's going to be good, just depends on your taste. They load up on the picked vegetables and pack it in with your choice of filling. I have tried The Classic, BBQ Pork, Beef Bulgogi and Vietnamese Caramel Pork. I think I like The Classic the best, it's well classic. For me I think the Beef bulgogi is very sweet and the Pork is a bit sweet too but grounded up. The BBQ pork come in a sausage link like form. All the fries tastes amazing, they are all extra crispy. The toppings are very generous and delicious. If you come during their happy hour time and day you can get a drink and a small side. Service is quick and reliable with friendly staff. The space is not the biggest but it can fit about 4 tables with space in between tables. read more

Wasn't super impressed with this place despite the strong reviews. BEWARE: the beef bulgolgi bowl and other bowls that have "cabbage salad" in it - it's NOT salad, but actually coleslaw and has a ton of Mayo in it. This was a very unpleasant surprise when I was expecting a proper salad with purple cabbage and instead got nasty coleslaw. Additionally the beef was extremely fatty. It has good flavor with the sauce but would be nice if it was more actual meat. The caramelized pork sandwich was ok, nothing to brag home about. Overall I've just had better bowls and sandwiches from this cuisine (it says it's Vietnamese but seems more Asian/fusion) so I personally wouldn't revisit it unless the meat was much MEATIER and not so fatty and they use ACTUAL salad and not a lower tier overly mayonaised coleslaw. read more

Small restaurant with a bit of seating. I'm assuming they do a lot of takeout because when I ordered my food they packed it up despite my wanting to eat there. The bulgogi sandwich was absolutely amazing! I completely recommend this. I got it without kimchi because I had my daughter and she doesn't like spicy. But it was wonderful. I'd love to try it wit the kimchi for that kick. The picked vegetables were so good! Don't live in the area so probably won't be back. But you never know. If you're in the area, come on in. read more

We love JoJu so much so we came here 2-3 times a month. They have the best Vietnamese sandwich with special flavors in Queens with affordable price. My favorite is JoJu monster, spring roll and fries with kimchi but their drink is just okay. read more

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From the busy tables and long line when I first came in, I knew that JoJu was gonna be good. I ordered the JoJu bowl (BBQ pork and caramelized pork) with cabbage salad, added spring rolls, and green sauce. The bowl was bigger than I expected and it definitely made me rlly full. I thought the BBQ pork was a little too dry for me but the caramelized pork tasted as good as it looked - savory and a little bit of sweetness combined. Spring rolls were a nice addition and the green sauce gave a little kick to the bowl. However, I do recommend getting it with rice instead of cabbage salad since I started to lose taste of the meat after a while because there was a lot of sliced cabbage as the base. My less sweetened Thai iced tea was honestly the perfect amount of sweetness so that was rlly satisfying. Our order was to go so I didn't get to try the banh mi fries at its finest first seconds of crispiness but the radishes on top mix well, giving the fries a light and crunchy accompaniment. read more

This is my favorite spot for banh mi!! The flavor in their banh mi is so packed and I love love love their pickled veggies with all the different combos they have. If you like bulgogi, this would be a great opportunity to try their bulgogi banh mi. The bulgogi adds a sweet savory flavor to the already delicious banh mi bread and veggies. The egg can get a little messy but it's a nice addition when you feel up for the runny yolk. The banh mi fries really complete the whole package. They are super crispy but also have the flavoring of the banh mi with some pickled carrots and radish - it's like eating the potato fry version of banh mi. FAVE ITEMS: - the banh fries - the bulgogi banh mi (+/- egg) - classic banh mi read more

Been wanting to try this place after hearing so many great things but honestly felt a bit disappointed. Ordered the joju bahn mi, joju fries, and passion fruit rose mojito. The bread was soft but broke apart easily, not toasted and dry. The fillings were amazing though! Love the shredded pickled carrots both in the bahn mi and fries. The fries were the star of this meal, such a big portion and the toppings all paired perfectly with the crispy fries. As for the drink, it was decent but didn't have much rose flavor. Overall, an ok meal but don't understand the hype. Tempted to come back and give it another shot! read more

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Food was absolutely delicious. We got the lemongrass chicken sandwich, hot chick sandwich and kimchi fries with added bulgogi on top. Everything was delicious, super flavorful and fresh. The service was pretty friendly. This place is super casual, great for a quick bite. Have been here multiple times and look forward to going back again soon. read more

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Fast and efficient service at this Vietnamese hole-in-the-wall offering the "best banh mi in New York". Not sure whether or not it's the best, but it's pretty darn good. Get here early, because there are only 16 seats plus 5-6 stools. Kakuni (pork belly) sandwich: get it. Don't even think twice about it: this is the reason you made it this far. Juicy. Tender. Flavorful. Rich. Plenty. Vietnamese caramel pork sandwich: tasty, but doesn't stand the chance with the kakuni. Open until 9pm. read more

Man I was so excited to try this place after hearing and seeing all the hype! But damn I was disappointed as a mofo when I actually tried it last week. The place itself is pretty clean, modern, and had more tables than I thought they'd have. They painted their walls a pretty shade of green as well. I decided to just get the classic banh mi ($6.50) and banh mi fries ($5.50) because I wanted to see how they pull off the regular banh mi. Total came out to $13.04 after tax. The pricing on the items is a little bit of a red flag considering the area, especially the fries. Elmhurst is known to have a lot of good, cheap food, so I was suspicious. I got a banh mi at the pho spot about a block or two away in the same lot as the supermarket (sorry I forgot the name) and it was banging! Only cost like $4 or $4.50. And $5.50 for the fries at Joju? I was like damn, for real? Of course, it all comes down to whether the food justifies the price. I'll start with some positives because that is what I noticed first to be honest. I was impressed with how fresh the veggies seemed on the banh mi and fries. The carrots grated on the fries tasted like they were just grated. Same goes for the veggies on the banh mi. Also, the fries had an excellent crisp to them. The fries by themselves actually would have been a better buy than the banh mi variant. The bread on the banh mi tasted very fresh too. Also, this place does give you a decent quantity of food. Ok now for the negatives. The banh mi fries overall were bad because there was no meat on them. How you gonna call them 'banh mi' fries without no meat? Don't make no sense. They're just fries with carrots, cilantro, and sauce squirted on them. I felt jipped. The banh mi itself also didn't taste nearly as good as most other banh mi I've had. There was some sort of paste-like substance on the sandwich that I haven't had before and it wasn't good. The cold cuts on the sandwich weren't great wither. Overall it was a bit of a chore to get through. : - ( Maybe my experience would have been better if I ordered something else. The other place in Queens that feels similar to Joju is Pate in Bayside, and that place was a lot better IMO. read more

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Their sandwiches are always fully loaded! I love getting the banh mi fries and adding bulgogi on top! My go to Bahn Mi spot in Elmhurst! read more

JoJu - #4. Beef Bulgogi Sandwich, Kimchi Fries - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Elmhurst, New York

SO GOOD! I love Joju so much. It's a great place to get quick food in the neighborhood and the portions are huge, they're enough for two people to share :) 10s across the board read more

JoJu - #6. Kakuni Pork Belly Sandwich - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Elmhurst, New York

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Love their sandwiches and bowls! Go to is classic sandwich and pork belly bowl. Half cabbage and half brown rice with all the sauces is the way to go with a side of kimchi fries and Vietnamese coffee. Wish they still sold the chrysanthemum bubble tea. That was amazing! read more

This place is like Vietnamese-Korean. The Vietnamese flavors are spot on though. If you're Vietnamese, you know Vietnamese food in NY is tragic, but this place gets my stamp of approval. I came in to grab takeout for lunch and I almost went back in to get dinner lol I will 100% try their other location in Manhattan. 10/10 read more

JoJu - Joju #1B The "JoJu" Bowl - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Elmhurst, New York

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SO GOOD. Omg I love this place. I get the lemongrass chicken bahn mi, the best I've had. It's super quick service and so worth going out to Elmhurst if you aren't already in Queens. It's a small place but has indoor seating. Anyway back to the sandwich - every single aspect is perfect. Perfectly cooked chicken, the freshest tasting veggies, the sauce is incredible and the sandwich bread has the perfect crunch everytime. If you can't already tell, I HIGHLY recommend read more

JoJu - #2. Lemongrass Chicken Sandwich - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Elmhurst, New York

I can't believe I haven't reviewed Joju yet! I come here often for their delicious banh mi and bowls. Everything is delicious and affordable. My favorite are the caramel pork and the BBQ pork. The beef bulgogi is also good but it is a bit oily and the texture is a bit rough. They also serve bowls here now too instead of from Joju Bowl. I would have liked more sauce on my bowl though. The drinks are decent and the fries are delicious. They have freebies is you order 5 or 9 sandwiches as well as a loyalty card. For every $10 purchase you get one stamp, which you can redeem for a free original banh mi or fries when you have collected 10. Check in on Yelp for a free fried egg added to your sandwich! read more

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Now, I know, I know... They're definitely not your traditional $5, buy 5 get 1 free banh mi spot. But fusions can be great when it's done right. And JoJu definitely proved that to me! I love my typical roast pork or combination, but they bring it up a notch when it comes to other meat and sauce selections to it. I wish I could say I've tried the other ones, but whenever I do get a chance to come here, I can't help but to run back to my one true love, pork belly. I'll add a medium fried egg with their green bomb sauce and be the happiest gal in the world. Their pork belly is nice and juicy and definitely satisfies my banh mi cravings. And when I'm feeling extra bad, I'll get some Joju fries with it that come with the banh mi toppings and spicy mayo. They get so busy sometimes, even with their to-go orders so I recommend calling ahead before picking up so you're not stuck in the cold waiting for your food. Prices are fair and is a great breakfast/lunch option if you're near the Elmhurst area! read more

JoJu - #6 Kakuni Pork Belly - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Elmhurst, New York

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Whenever I'm craving a sandwich, I always stop by my favorite Viet sandwich and fries in Queens for good quality and filling food. There are a lot of banhmi options to choose from and the ingredients are always super fresh and well-seasoned. I usually get either the bbq bulgogi or caramel pork, and the joju fries (make sure to get an over easy egg on top). Highly recommended!!! read more

JoJu - JoJu Fries Beef Bulgogi Vietnamese Caramel Pork - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Elmhurst, New York

***Pre-Covid Review*** Overall (4.75/5): Exquisite sandwiches that will keep you coming back for more. A lunch must if you're in the area. Take an extra one home for a snack. Food (5/5): The bread is something else on the Bahn Mi's, the beef and pork belly are succulent and savory, the pickled carrot pairs so nicely, and it all comes together in a symphony. Atmosphere (4/5): Open space, but no seating during covid. Seems like a nice spot when it is, though! Uniqueness (5/5): Really amazing fresh take on Bahn Mi's (which I don't usually like). I've been thinking about this sandwich ever since I had it. Value (5/5): Killer price. read more

JoJu - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Elmhurst, New York

You want a great Banh mi sandwich? Then this is the place to go!!!!!!! The sandwiches are big, priced well and SO TASTY! I got the bulgogi sandwich and the pork belly sandwich. I also tried the bulgogi over brown rice in a bowl. The meat was plenty but if you want more - you can order a double portion of meat. You can also add egg- which seems popular but we didn't order it that way. read more

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Delicious Vietnamese sandwiches! A hidden gem. Try the pork belly. Worth your time and money!

First time trying this because of a craving for bahn mi. Ordered the joju, bulgolgi, caramel pork sandwiches, some joju fries, and two mojitos. Honestly liked all the sandwiches but did feel that the pickled veggies could have been fit in the sandwiches better. Eggs in the sandwiches are a nice touch. The fries were surprisingly good and tasted exactly like another bahn mi sandwich haha. The mojitos are nonalcoholic but have a nice fizz and flavor to them. Would recommend the passion fruit rose mojito - it has rose petals in it! read more

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They don't use baguettes??! W. T. F! A ban mi without French baguette? How do you mess with one the most important parts of the sandwich?! You're breaking protocol, history, tradition. You're destroying all that is sacred and holy!! When the French colonized Vietnam, one of the things that stuck with the Vietnamese after they left was the baguette!!! It's so vital to the ban mi. The crispness. The chewiness of the dough. Idk if this is a one off, but my gf brought home 3 sandwiches and they had TRADITIONAL HERO BREAD. W. T. F. If you want !!REAL!! BAN MI, go to Pho Bac - 8278 Broadway. The time I went to Vietnam, if they gave me ban mi without French baguette, I would've applied my trip insurance and asked for a complete refund of the entire trip!!! Due to disaster. .. their fries were pretty good tho. read more

JoJu - Only the uninitiated would take to this.. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Elmhurst, New York

Loved - Lemongrass chicken banh mi - Kakuni pork belly banh mi - Vegetable toppings (would probably get extra vegetables next time) - Taro milk tea - Huge portions Wish the vegetables could be stacked on top of the meat instead of beside the meat but that may just be the nature of stuffing a baguette read more

Joju is a restaurant that takes Vietnamese cuisine and gives it a modern twist, unlike Pho Bac and Pho Bang in Elmhurst and Thai Son in Jackson Heights. Even though the restaurant is small, the service here is fast. When I entered, there were several doing takeout. I ordered The "Joju" Banh Mi, which would be equivalent to the Banh Mi Dac Biet. The last time I ordered an upgraded version was back when I attended Baruch College. The amount of pickled carrot and daikon here is generous, while the pate is flavorful. The Banh Mi is fully cut in half unlike Pho Bac and Thai Son. Would recommend to others. read more

Don't know what to get? Get the #4 Beef Bulgogi, it's what I consider the original one. It's is amazing. You. Can't. Go. Wrong. With. Beef. Bulgogi. If you like kimchi, their kimchi fries are great as well. Very reasonable price. Beef Bulgogi-$6.99 for TWO sandwiches. ITS SOOOOOOO read more

JoJu - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Elmhurst, New York

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We've been to Joju many times and now go to their port washington location more frequently - its American-Korean-Vietnamese fusion as only NYC can do. The monster banh mi is my favorite though the bulgogi banh mi is a good second. The best thing to order overall is obviously the kimchi fries topped with bulgogi and a runny egg! read more

After perusing the menu, I was excited by the fusion spin on the traditional Vietnamese banh mis. The moment I entered the place, I was welcomed with an amazing smell that made my stomach rumble. Ordered the Bulgogi specialty banh mi with the runny egg and extra kimchi and the lemongrass chicken banh mi with kimchi and mayo. The Bulgogi banh mi was the winner by far out of the two. There was nothing particularly wrong with the chicken; I just didn't enjoy it as much and it felt like a chore to finish it towards the end. The bulgogi, on the other hand, was soft and flavorful and the runny egg had seeped into the bread to make the flavors come together even more. One last note: each banh mi had lots of pickled carrots and radish, but lacked the kimchi. This was rather disappointing since both my banh mis were supposed to come with extra kimchi, when in reality I could barely see any in either sandwich. read more

JoJu - #10 "Hot Chick": Lemongrass chicken banh mi loaded with kimchi and spicy mayo - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Elmhurst, New York

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Love the lemon chicken sandwich delish The ambiance is great The service is amazing A variety of boba tea that are amazing read more

Long wait, but I think it was worth it. I got 'The Joju Monster' which fits its name. It was loaded with ingredients and a runny egg. Overall it wasn't bad, but it wasn't memorable. On the other side, 'The Joju Fries' was good. It was a unique twist on banh mi inspired fries. Had all the goodies that a banh mi usually have but instead of a bun, it was with a large heaping of crispy fries. read more

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We arrived around 6:30 pm on Sunday and found that the restaurant only offered take out or pick up options in accordance with the latest COVID-19 guidelines. With this in mind, we placed a to-go order for the "Beef Bulgogi" and "The Joju" sandwiches along with a side order of "Joju Banh Mi Fries", and Taro Milk Tea. In less than 10 minutes, our order was prepared with napkins and utensils already packed in the bag. The Beef Bulgogi sandwich tasted like how you expect it to, bursting with flavor, and pairing well with the Banh Mi. It was a tasty fusion of Korean and Viet classics with a good ratio of meat to the Bahn Mi bread. As for the Joju sandwich, the portions of cold cuts, pork pate, and bbq pork were generous and paired well with their demi-glaze sauce. I would recommend the Joju sandwich for anyone looking to order a filling sandwich for its value. A slight remark I wanted to make was that while I had requested for the sandwich to be spicy, I found it to be milder than spicy. If you are looking for a chili kick, I suggest asking for either the "More Spicy" or "Green Bomb" option. Overall, both sandwiches were refreshing with their own fun modern twist. I'm looking forward to coming back to Joju to check out their other unique sandwich choices and their many more customization options. read more

JoJu - The Joju Sandwich (Left) & Beef Bulgogi Sandwich (Right) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Elmhurst, New York

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While JoJu has been in my list of places to try for a while, I finally caved and got delivery from them and it was absolutely yum. I'm sure it would be even more delicious ordering in person instead of having it delivered. Ordered two types of fries - bahn mi and kimchi. Loved both, and they definitely both had bit of spice and kick to it. Bahn mi was bit milder spice compared to kimchi as expected. Reminded me of poutine but Asian style (minus the cheese). The bomb bahn mi was the bomb. Very glad they split the sandwich into two halves and separate bags. The beef bulgolgi on it was so flavorful and the egg was on point. I saved one half as left over and was still as delicious re toasted. Can't wait to try more on the menu. Worth the hype. read more

Such good banhmi's here. Take note that one sandwich is gigantic. If you're going by yourself, it'll be inevitable that you'll have leftovers but if you're going with a friend, I recommend getting only one sandwich and an appetizer (though I see one sandwich being suffice as well). The two that my friend and I tried were the kakuni pork belly ($7.49) and the "joju monster" ($9.49). Call me crazy but I wasn't a huge fan of the "joju monster" which was a specialized banhmi i.e. a tad bit more expensive. The runny egg was a nice touch but something about the pork pate spread seemed off to me. It could just simply be that I'm not accustomed to it and wasn't for me- just note that I found it to be an acquired taste. All the different variations of meat inside were great though I don't think it could compare to the kakuni pork belly. There was a more than adequate portion of pork belly and it felt as if it would melt in your mouth. I'm not saying that the meat in the joju/joju monster was bad, I'm just saying it didn't exactly seem like anything special to me. But the pork belly? That's something else. read more

JoJu - Left- The Joju Monster & Right- Kakuni Pork Belly - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Elmhurst, New York

This is one of my favorite places to go to for banh mis! Although they do take a more modern twist on just the traditional Vietnamese banh mi, I do find it to be unique and delicious. There's not that much seating available inside and it's even less likely to get a table when you come during a busy hour but they do make everything very easy to take on the go. The service is quick and the staff is nice. I honestly like all of their sandwiches and have tried just about every one of them. The menu ranges from classic with Vietnamese meats and pate to beef bulgogi, lemongrass chicken, and bbq porks! All of the sandwiches are always packed with pickled daikon and carrots and cilantro. The flavors are always there and never disappoint. The spring rolls are pretty good but expensive for the amount given. The fries are also one of my favorites to get! They also have a good variety of drinks to choose from! Overall, highly recommend JoJu! Whether it's for the banh mi sandwiches or for their bowls, I know for sure that it'll be delicious. Don't forget to add a runny egg (you can get a free one with Yelp check in)! read more

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A friend recommended this place and try out the bahn mi sandwiches. They have a variety of bahn mi sandwiches, as well as other items. I ordered #4, the Bulgogi bahn mi. I love bahn mi and I love Bulgogi. The idea of the marriage of the two is an awesome idea! I took a bite and found the bulgogi a bit too salty. The pickled shredded carrots, cucumber, bread was great. But I think if they take the salt down a notch with the Bulgogi, it would be a phenomenal sandwich. I still finished the whole sandwich though. Lol read more

JoJu - Outside - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Elmhurst, New York

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My old review from when this place first opened up must be so old that it disappeared. Many years ago, we discovered the beauty of Joju. When it was just a simple sandwich menu and yummy drinks. I don't see milk tea with coffee jelly as an option anymore which is a bummer. It has since evolved into a delicious creature of its own. My favorite dishes are the bowls. Absolutely tasty, filling and worth it. The joju fries have always been incredible. Their sandwiches are great. The bulgogi, lemongrass chicken rice bowls are favorites. Really like that they have salad option instead of rice. Overall, they continue to improve and their food is as great as ever. read more

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Came here for lunch and ordered the Joju bowl and bulgogi! Have to say the bulgogi was the better of the two. Both were decent although more on the sweet side. We opted for the bowl because I've had the sandwich before, but if I come here again I would definetly vote for the sandwich! The bowls of rice are almost too filling to finish in one sitting and absorb a lot of the oil/sauce while the sandwich feels a lot lighter. read more

Long over due review. Review is for dine in, take out and delivery. You come here for the banh mi fries and stay for the fusion banh mi. Location - Keep an eye out for this location, as it's a little hidden in the string of store fronts. Once you find it, enter and immediately you feel something and it's a good something. Ambience - casual, and feels trendy, but if you've been coming here for more than 5+ years, you're an OG JoJu lover like myself then it's not trendy for you because you got it long before others did. Food - tried them all and my go to faves are always the beef and sometimes opting for the pork or chicken, but generally beef is my fave. The banh mi here are def more of what I'd call a fusion. They are heavier for sure and one sandwhich often lasts me two meals due to the density of ingredients and likely "heavy" feeling of the preparation sauces. It's not something I get when I want a quick snack, but rather when I am ready to eat. The banh mi fries are a must try, they seems to be double fried fries (could be wrong on this), with all the fixings on top and you can add an egg for an extra fee. They are great, again, think heavy meal vs snack. I suggest going with someone else and trying out a few things, sharing is caring after all. Food like this is meant to be shared. Preferences - I like that you can get you're preferred spice level, always opt for spiciest (jalapenos and sauce). Prices - yes, prices have gone up, like most places. I would say they are still reasonable, little higher than average IMO. Staff - Ok, so the staff at the elmhurst location is just phenomenal everytime I go. We hope this never changes because it makes the experience so much richer. They kindly answer your q's, smile and just give you that feel good feeling of this is a place I want to come back to, time and time again. Don't change ! Drinks - I've tried the viet coffee. It was good. My Mouth is watering as I write this review. brb: Dreaming of my next meal here... read more

covid 19 review: I ordered through yelp (seamless) for takeout. Just a little bothered by the service as they didn't notify me when my order was ready. Other then the hiccup with the pick up, the food was good. I have been ordering viet sandwiches here for the past few years and it has always been consistent. They're so filling and can usually give me about 2 meals. My go to is the lemongrass chicken sandwich with jalapenos and sriracha on top. The kimchi fries I also highly recommend! read more