i have been dying to come back to la dong since my last visit. but resys are always booked up unless you go 2+ weeks out, which says a lot about this place. we came on a fri evening. it was packed and very lively! we had the following: banh beo - one of my fave appetizers. so happy there are more places serving these in nyc lately. wagyu pho - beef was very tender and broth was clean! delish hanoi pho - i actually enjoyed this more than the wagyu pho. perfect balance of savory and sweet imo read more

La Dong - Vietnamese Near Me - New York, New York

FOOD: Its northern style food, pho is good. but the food itself isn't that authentic, its a hybrid thai - viet spot. the wings were really skinny but the soup dishes were ok. honestly not bad for NYC. Banh beo was not good - rice too thick and the nuoc mam isnt good. not authentic Service: standard service, not bad. They didnt speak Vietnamese at all, which was interesting. They pronounced my common Vietnamese last name wrong lol its ok and the food pronunciations were off. Ambiance: very nice decor, good vibes read more

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We ordered the Ca Phe, La Dong and xx for drinks. I personally really liked the Ca Phe because I love me an espresso martini. Did not feel any more caffeinated but it was a good earthy, coffee drink. This was my first time in New York and I'm not gonna lie I pushed it too hard and it was really cold for my little California soul. I was starting to get sick and the soup here cured me. Actually not just the soup but all the other foods did too. Maybe I was just hungry but the wings were nice and tangy and the Bun Cha Ha Noi was a great dish. What made this experience was the ambience. I loved how it was decorated and the seating was quite close together but I thought it added to the dinner in New York vibe. Our server was really nice and I thoroughly enjoyed this experience. For a chilly December night before a night out, this was a perfect place to start and carb up. I came here before a night out with my friends and read more

La Dong - Bun Bn Cha Hanoi, banh mi, Vietnamese Chicken Wings - Vietnamese Near Me - New York, New York

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Came to La Dong twice and both times were truly amazing. The service is great and the interior is superb. Definitely worth checking out and trying a few dishes from the menu. There's a variety of appetizers, and entrees to choose from and fun mocktails. The Shaken Beef and Curry were my favorite bc of how flavorful they were. They both paired so well with white rice. read more

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I really wanted to like this place, but I didn't like it at all. Highlight- chicken liver mousse *not pictured* & watercress salad There's an appetizer that has chicken liver mouse & bone marrow, precisely the reason that I wanted to try this place out. Let me say, that bone marrow is the worst I have ever had. The beef short rib curry, the curry sauce was pretty good- different, they incorporate pomegranate seeds which was neat. The beef? No flavor at all. Tender, but not flavorful. I had to force myself to eat it. Back to the chicken liver mousse or pate, it was AMAZING 10/10 and the highlight of my meal that day. I also ordered the coconut/salty latte and the mixed melody mushrooms. Both were okay. I love Vietnamese food and was surprised I did not enjoy the food here. I am open to giving them another shot, as they have a pretty good menu and my food selection was possibly not the best for this place. Not heading there anytime soon. On another note, there were plenty of people who ordered the PHO, maybe that should have been my go too! read more

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Beautiful and authentic establishment that took me right back to my trip to Vietnam. Flavors are simple yet full of depth. I love that they offer fried dough to go with your pho; if you haven't tried this combo yet it's the cherry on top to carb heaven! Complimentary shrimp chips were also very tasty. Full party needs to be present to be seated FYI. read more

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Came here on a tuesday evening with a reservation for 2 at 6 PM, and were seated immediately. It didn't seem too busy while we were there, so you can probably get away without a reservation on a weeknight. It was a cute interior, with Vietnamese decor. I ordered the pho ha noi, and while it was a solid bowl of pho with a lot of meat, I was a bit disappointed that it costs extra to get herbs and veggies on the side. They also didn't have any sauces that you can add to the broth, only pickled garlic and chilis. They had provided a complimentary appetizer, which was rice crackers with some sort of chili sauce. The sauce was good, but there wasn't very much of it. Overall, I wasn't super impressed by the food, but maybe it's because I didn't order one of their specialties. read more

La Dong - Complimentary app - Vietnamese Near Me - New York, New York

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Food 4/5 Service 4.5/5 Ambiance 4.5/5 Value 2/5 Gorgeous vibe and top-tier service at La Dong, but the portion-to-price ratio wasn't worth. It's worth trying out at least once since many dishes are unique Wagyu Pho: 4/5 The Wagyu was high-quality and the broth was well-balanced, but the portion felt more like a tasting size than a full entrée Sugarcane Shrimp: 4.5/5 Unique, meaty, and loved the pairing with sugarcane Steamed Rice Cake: 3.75/5. Perfectly fine, but I've had better Fyi they get really busy! Would recommend making a resy before going read more

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Nina our server on this fourth visit of ours. Very kid friendly - thanks Nina! Excellent flavorful food keeps coming out of their kitchen. Worth the wait if you are walking in without a reservation. Prime time wait is usually around 45-50 mins. For people drinking - they have a great bar and waiting area where you can continue getting intoxicated while waiting for your table! read more

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Came back again to try new dishes. Love this place. It's such a good vibe - dark and well decorated and very lively. Put a few new dishes to the test. The Bun Rieu was a special and so good. Generous portions and good quality proteins. The shaking beef with bone marrow was good, as well as the calamari, but would try something new next time. The food comes out so fast and server was accommodating. Had to wait again even though we had a reservation, so that's the only bad thing here. read more

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Came in specifically for the banh mi after hearing it was one of the best in the city. Honestly wasn't blown away. Ordered the classic banh mi, but nothing that felt revelatory or worth the buildup. That said, the portion was huge, which I appreciated, and it came with a truffle soup that was a nice surprise. I've ordered the bun cha as well before and really enjoyed that. The portions were MASSive again. read more

La Dong - Classic Bnh m - Vietnamese Near Me - New York, New York

What a bold and modern take on Vietnamese classics! First, the ambiance. The place was absolutely buzzing on a Thursday evening. The room was filled with laughter, lively conversations, and great energy all around. Thankfully, my friends came through with a reservation--otherwise we would have easily been looking at at least an hour wait. To start the night, I ordered their Vietnamese coffee with a twist. It was paired with ruby port, creating a bittersweet combination that was rich and smooth. The coffee candy garnish finished it off with a sweet note. I'm honestly still surprised I managed to fall asleep later that night--though the inevitable food coma probably helped. As always, we ordered family-style. It's the best way to experience everything a restaurant has to offer. Our table quickly filled with dishes: the crispy Vietnamese crepe, grilled pork with noodles dipped in fish sauce, perfectly crisp branzino, and a refreshing pomelo salad that helped cleanse the palate between bites. Not pictured--but absolutely worth mentioning--were the rau muống (morning glory) and the wagyu pho. The sautéed water spinach was wonderfully garlicky, while the wagyu pho was incredibly rich, buttery, and deeply flavorful. Surprisingly, my favorite dish of the night was the pomelo salad with shrimp. It was bright, citrusy, and refreshing--exactly the kind of dish that makes you want to keep going back for another bite of everything else. The service matched the quality of the food. The staff was attentive, quick to clear plates as new dishes arrived, and kept the meal flowing seamlessly. Overall, a solid 10/10 experience. Maybe it was just overdue--good food shared with great company always makes everything taste even better. read more

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A terrific authentic spot. Great Pho we had the ribeye. Broth was wonderful but it lacked that bit of star anise and needed more lemongrass etc. The springs which are made in house were the stars!! Omg. Ever had better anywhere. Fresh crispy // perfect. Lettuce and herbs and sauce all went together for the perfect bit The tofu bahn mi was a runaway vegetarian success. Loved our friendly server. She made our whole experience even better. Chill vibe. read more

La Dong - Pho ribeye - Vietnamese Near Me - New York, New York

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We had an early Tuesday dinner at La Dong and I would definitely recommend making a reservation bc the restaurant was packed and only the bar was available for walk-ins even on a Tuesday. The restaurant itself was beautiful. We started off with complimentary shrimp chips (4) and steamed rice cakes as an appetizer. These were non-traditional rice cakes as it consisted of little bowls of fried onions, scallion, and shrimp with rice cake on the bottom. Pricey but definitely unique. Everyone ordered the pho ha noi and I got the wagyu pho. I was a fan of the broth but one of my friends thought it was a bit bland. I'm glad I splurged on the wagyu as it was delicious and melted in my mouth. The meal was a celebration so we brought our own cake and tolerated the $15 plating fee. I enjoyed my meal but it was comparable enough to my usual local pho spots. read more

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Ambience and food were both delightful! My friend and I shared the bun cha Hanoi and the pork banh mi - portion size was generous. We were only able to make it through bun cha Hanoi and brought home the banh mi. The grilled pork and meat patties were so flavorful! read more

La Dong - Bun Cha Hanoi, pork banh mi - Vietnamese Near Me - New York, New York

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Beautifully decorated "Asian colonial house" setting (the restaurant's own description) that wows you as you step in. I ordered the Wagyu pho, which the waiter pours the broth on top of separately in front of you. The broth was very flavorful but light enough at the same time, the meat tender, and the noodles bouncy. There is cheaper pho elsewhere, but I had no complaints for this one either. Would want to come back to try more of their dishes my next visit to the city. read more

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Got there a little before 12 it was almost full a few seats at the bar were open. I got the crab fried rice lunch special I chose the complimentary soup I also got the crab shrimp and pork spring rolls and the 888 drink. The drink had nice flavors but not worth the price to be honest the soup was delicious and a little spicy, the rice was hefty and comes with the green sauce and lots of crab and the spring rolls were crispy and nicely stuffed definitely would get that again. The service was great friendly and attentive even though it was a full bar. The restaurant has pretty decor and the sink in the bathroom was so beautiful. read more

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It was a friend's sister's birthday and my other friend and I decided to crash it. However, we are all very good friends so it wasn't an imposition. We first started at a hotel bar that just opened up and then moved our way to here for dinner. Even though we had a reservation and everyone was present, we had to wait for like a good 15-30 min. The food was good so I do plan on going back here for lunch after boxing one day to try out the pho. I will not be getting any drinks. I got a skinny margarita and it tasted like soap...It is a bit of a red flag when a basic drink cannot be executed correctly. However, we are all about having "eat only" places. Will have a follow up review because I think this place has high potential of being the IT pho spot for me. read more

Stopped by for a quick bite while my friend and I were in the city. We got the Wagyu pho & the wings dine - in. Wagyu pho - was delish. Honestly one of the best broths we had in the city. It was beefy & spiced while still being clean. We were very impressed! The wings, however, were kind disappointing to me. Interestingly, the pieces are half a flat - as though you took a flat and cut it between the bones so its 1 bone surrounded by meat. I loved the idea because it could maximize sauce to meat ratio! However, what actually ended up happening is that the meat was dry, the breading of the wings was thick so it turned relatively stodgy after it was sauced and the sauce itself felt a bit bland. I would definitely go back for the pho and perhaps a different appetizer but most likely not the wings read more

La Dong - Vietnamese Chicken Wings - Vietnamese Near Me - New York, New York

Social media hype and overpriced wagyu pho aside, La Dong was lowkey really nice - from the decor to the light and airy banh mi. Also really enjoyed the bun rieu from their lunar new year specials. Would love to try their standard pho, dry noodles and other entrees next time. $36 wagyu pho was tasty but as overhyped as I'd expected it to be. Noodle soup portions are unfortunately on smaller side for what you pay for but gives you space to try other dishes - like the banh mi which we didn't expect to love and finish in one sitting. read more

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OMG ! This place is one of the best in town ! Vegetarian ramen is soooooo goooood and so tasty! The ambiance is very nice and the staff very efficient and nice. Book on line otherwise no table available! Thank you La Dong ! read more

Gorgeous interior and amazing food!! Omg! I loved every dish we ordered! For starter dishes, the fried calamari dish was excellent. Had a great crunchy texture not only from the fried calamari but also the peppers and onions. We enjoyed the morning glory as a veggie dish (we ate nearly all of it before the entrees even came). The pho hanoi is $21. While my partner felt it was pricey (definitely pricey than delicious phos you can get in Northern VA and Philly), it was a delicious Northern-Vietnam style pho that I would most definitely get again. I liked the flat style rice noodles that they use! We also ordered the grilled tumeric fish to share amongst our party of 3. It was a large portion and very worth the $43 (i believe?) pricepoint. They give only a few lettuce wraps to start to eat with the fish, but willingly refill when asked. I'd definitely come back, and I'm glad there's amazing new Vietnamese restaurants in NYC! read more

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La Dong is very hyped up. Too much so! I don't feel like it lives up to it. I had high expectations for this place. I had made reservations, but we decided to arrive earlier to see if we could do a walk-in instead. It ended up being a one hour wait due to two large parties. Even guest with reservations were seated at the bar. Once seated, it took us some time to decide since there were a lot of dishes we wanted to try out. We ordered the sugarcane shrimp, pomelo salad, and the pho ha noi all recommended by the bartender. The shrimp dish came with shrimp paste loaf on a skewer, served with lettuce, fresh herbs, and plum sauce. It was nicely presented but nothing stood out about it. The pomelo salad included grilled shrimp, orange, lemongrass, lime, grapes, mint, shallot in a spicy tamarind dressing. This wasn't spicy at all. It was refreshing to eat but the portion felt a bit small especially for the price. The pho was the biggest disappointment. Pretty average and nothing special. Once again the costs of the small pho didn't make any sense. Overall, the food was just average. There are definitely better Vietnamese restaurants around the city that offer more flavor and value. I won't be returning. read more

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Our goto lunch spot of 2025! Everything here is spot on... from the food to the service and ambiance. The food is consistently delicious, and the service is friendly and efficient. This place is almost always packed, and the décor is vibrant, chic, and creative, with a touch of whimsy. I love that they offer all the dishes I look for in a Vietnamese restaurant, from pâté, bone marrow, and turmeric crepes to both regular and dry pho, crab fried rice, and the good old bánh mì, and more. Everything here is delicious and perfectly executed. Definitely one of my favorite Vietnamese restaurants in NYC. read more

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Ambiance: pretty good pho place! Pretty spacious and nice interior Service: the service good Food $$: they are known for their authentic pho! Audience: Solo Trip [X] Family Friendly [ X] Friends [X] Date Spot [X] Recommendations/tips: it wasn't too busy when I went during the lunch hours on the weekend but I heard it can get busy read more

La Dong has been on my list of restaurants to try since it opened, after I returned from Vietnam. Each time I attempted to make a reservation for one person on OpenTable, it indicated that the restaurant does not allow reservations for one. Yeah, that is disappointing, but today I did a walk in and was able to get seated at the bar for their lunch menu. I was assisted immediately when I walked in, and thankfully there was a corner seat open at the bar. I came in hungry, so I ordered right away. My order consisted of the vegetable spring rolls and the Pho Ha Noi with a side salad. I devoured the vegetable spring rolls. I must say, the salad was refreshing and opened up my taste buds since it had a wasabi like dressing on it. I thought it was going to come with a citrus soy dressing, but I wasn't mad about the wasabi (it was a pleasant surprise). My pho, with several pieces of slow-cooked tender brisket that was cooked nicely. The broth, the herbs, the spices, and even the pickled garlic and jalapeño were all great add ons. I ate everything and slurped up all the broth. Hands down, it was a great affordable lunch, and I'd love to return but I guess I'll have to bring more people next time in order to get a table. read more

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Got take out so I can't comment about ambience / service. The pho was really good espicially if you like spicy. The sliced garlic into the pho and with the meat was chefs kiss. The only thing is the price tag because at lunch time for a $20+ pho is steep. Would be great to see lunch deals for takeout / delivery. Would definitely recommend to friends. Also remember the pho noodles from here is a tad bit thicker in size & this style doesn't come with bean sprouts which was ok for me. read more

La Dong - L. Pho H Noi - Vietnamese Near Me - New York, New York

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Food (5/5): This is now one of my favorite Vietnamese restaurants in the city. We ordered the Wagyu pho, Duck Tamarind, Crab fried rice, and crab mango salad. The wagyu pho is just unbelievable... absolutely delicious and such tender meat. The duck tamarind also had very juicy and delicious duck. Service (5/5): friendly service and the food comes out fast. We reserved and had no issues with it. Ambiance (5/5): Beautiful restaurant with beautiful decor throughout the restaurant from when you enter to when you're seated. They decorate with lanterns and umbrellas in the ceiling. read more

La Dong - Inside - Vietnamese Near Me - New York, New York

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Came here with my husband on a Saturday at around noon. We made a reservation the night before so we were able to get seated once both of us arrived. We got the sugarcane shrimp as our appetizer and the wagyu pho and pork chop rice platter as our entrees. We also got the coconut salt coffee and Calamasi matcha spritz. Sugarcane shrimp 5/5 It came with some lettuce and herbs on the side and brought a lot of freshness to the dish. I just wish they gave some more lettuce. Wagyu pho 5/5 They poured the broth over some raw wagyu and noodle right in front of us and the Wagyu was cooked perfectly. The beef was very tender and melts in our mouth. The noodle also tasted better than other pho that I have tried in other places. This noodle was bouncier and had better texture. Pork chop rice platter 4/5 Pork chop was very flavorful and the portion was huge. I just felt like I could get something similar at other places hence 4/5. Drinks 5/5 The calamansi matcha spritz was very refreshing but I mostly tasted the calamansi and not so much the matcha. It was really good regardless. The salted coconut coffee was very creamy and it tasted just like how it tasted in Vietnam! Overall, I really enjoyed our meal at La Dong. Service was also very great and fast. It was quite expensive for Vietnamese food but I think it was worth it! Cannot wait to come back to try more dishes in the future! read more

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Very nice atmosphere and decoration in this place. 2:30pm still very busy. So confident place must be good. Have to wait like 10 min and sat us down. Ordered like 5 appetizers and special and two cocktails. Food came first then drinks last ! Most of the dishes are very tasty and good. Drinks not bad. Will be back next time when have chance to try other dishes. read more

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Am always looking for Vietnamese spots that hit when I'm in NYC and this place is it. La dong has a really expansive menu with authentic dishes to try. We got the brisket pho and bun thit nguong off of their lunch special menu and everything was delicious. Broth was amazing and I really liked my vermicelli bowl. Can't wait to go back to try other menu items! read more

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SO GOOD! Cannot recommend La Dong enough. In full transparency I haven't made my way to too many Vietnamese places in NYC yet, but this was the best I've been to by far. The decor and ambiance is beautiful and the staff are so friendly and attentive. My water glass stayed full the entire meal, even after one sip. Average city prices but the food was delicious and the presentation was photo worthy. One person in our group is not a fan of fish but absolutely loved the fish here. Overall it was a great visit and can't wait to go back read more

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Came by La Dong and tried the Wagyu pho. The broth was really well done -- clean, flavorful, and not overly heavy. You can tell they take their time with it. Noodles and overall balance were solid too. Only thing for me is I tend to eat pretty high protein, and the Wagyu portion felt a bit light. Next time I'd probably go with the regular beef pho and just ask for extra meat to make it more filling. Service was smooth and low-key, and the space is comfortable without trying too hard. Overall, a solid spot I'd come back to. read more

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Booked ahead for a Friday night and had a great meal here. I tried: + La dong cocktail + Sugarcane shrimp + Wagyu pho + Morning glory + Crab fried rice + Fried whole branzino Loved my cocktail, and the best dish was the branzino. Sugarcane shrimp and pho also worth ordering. Overall excellent, though the 90 minute table limit is a little tight for a party of 4. 4.5 stars. read more

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E X P E R I E N C E We came on a fri night around 630 with a reservation that we placed an hour prior. All the tables were taken with only a few people waiting in the lobby area. F O O D Ban cha hanoi, grilled pork and dipping noodles: northern staple, grilled pork skewer, crab and spring roll, Vermicelli, fresh herbs, pickled and sweet fish sauce Banh mi, pork: chicken pate, fresh herbs, pickle and Vietnamese mayo Grilled fish: branzino marinated in traditional turmeric paste, scallions and Dill Morning glory, sautéed water spinach with traditional rice , garlic sauce Manila clam, steamed class, lemongrass, Vietnamese coriander, Thai basil pesto, toasted baguette Banana crepe with avocado Ice cream and jackfruit Food was incredible. Everything was so unique and a burst of flavor. Would definitely come back. S E R V I C E Nina was our server and was fantastic. I N T E R I O R The decor is beautiful. You'll have to see for yourself. Come. Sit. Casual. P R I C E Pricey but worth it read more

Went to try their chicken pho and it was pretty good not bad at all .. pretty good broth but I don't really like how the chicken are ..to me it was dry and slice too big .. would be better if the chicken was smaller pieces read more

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WHEN: Tue @11:30am Arrived right at opening time and just within 15 minutes, this place filled up quick! This place must be popular and good, and it was! And lucky us, with it being a weekday lunchtime, they offer lunch specials (reduced pricing with free soup or salad with your meal). SOUP: Nice mushroom vegetable soup in broth that just hits the spot of a rainy day. SALAD: A simple salad with a citrus soy dressing that includes cherry tomatoes and red cabbage. I enjoyed the flavors. THE MEALS: GRILLED PORK RICE PLATE - $18 Served with crab, shrimp and pork spring roll, Lettuce, Cucumber, Pickle Carrot, Shredded Red Cabbage, Shallots, Scallion Oil, and Fried Egg. Can I say I appreciate how you don't have to pay extra to have a fried egg? For everything you are getting, this price was quite decent, especially at such a lovely place as this! There's so much flavor in the grilled port and I appreciate how generous they are with the Scallion Oil! This plate was a winner. VEGETABLE PHO - $19 Rice noodle, King oyster mushroom, shimeji mushroom,Yu Choy, bamboo shoot, shallot, scallion & cilantro. So I made this huge request to have this Vegetable Pho served in BEEF BROTH instead of the veggie broth. They were so nice to accommodate that, and I know it made this bowl of pho amazing! I've been eating lots of burgers and pizzas and all sorts of meaty American foods that my body was craving some vegetables. I really enjoyed this. This restaurant is just so damn pretty, I feel like I'm sitting in a Wor-Kar Wai movie! Oh and the service was great, and the staff was so friendly. We were in and out within an hour! read more

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Really convenient location and I loved the ambiance and art on the wall! I could have lived without the Wagyu pho tbh and didn't personally feel like it was worth the price tag, but everything tasted really good and we shared everything as a table! The favorite of the table was definitely the steamed rice cakes and the fried branzino! read more

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Probably best Vietnamese in NYC. Fast service. Courteous staff. Excellent food. Loved the wings, pho, bun bo hue, and desserts. The coconut ice cream was delicious. I got a Vietnamese iced coffee and it was excellent. Worth getting to go. Everything tasted good including the cocktails. Threw in some Tito's also to add a punch. Corkage fee was only $20. Phenomenal service. Book early. read more

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Everything was super fresh! Love the interior decoration and vibe. Felt like I left nyc for my meal. Really kind service!! Loved our server she was so sweet. We ordered from the lunch menu: - pork chop over rice: good marinade and super heavy portion. Pork was cooked super tender. Side salad is really nice! - pho ha noi: nice clean pho but otherwise nothing too special. - banh xeo: done super well here. Really like that the veggies were pickled and the lettuce was super fresh. read more

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