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    Andy D.

    La Vi is an up and becoming coffee truck in downtown Austin. They are still trying to find their groove and rhythm. Their hours are limited to just the weekends, and they are packed during those business hours. I came during SXSW weekend and waited approximately 30 minutes for two drinks. The drinks themselves are good, but the portions are smaller. I would give them a visit if I'm not on a time crunch and already in the downtown area.

    Matcha May Cloud
    Christine D.

    Can we talk about the size of this cup?!?! 18oz! (With my previous history with other coffee/matcha shops, I feel the need to verify the cup volume and it was engraved in the cup as 18oz) They also don't charge extra for milk substitutes! Ordered: - Matcha May Cloud: Very yummy earl grey syrup. I'll admit I was a bit skeptical of the matcha at first since the powder on top of the foam looked more of a muted green to me instead of a more vibrant green. Got there around 9AM on a Sunday, there was a small line. Arrived and received our drinks in like 30 minutes.

    Banana Cream Top Matcha, Matcha Latte, Salted Cookie Butter Coffee
    Angelica L.

    Overall: 3.5/5 La Vi is a Vietnamese coffee food truck currently in their soft opening phase. We visited on a Sunday afternoon, about a week before their official launch, and the line was long. The wait was slow, drinks took a while to come out, and your name is called when your order is ready for pickup. Pricing also feels a bit random and on the pricier side given the small cup size, with a good portion of it being cream or milk. La Vi has potential, but there are quite a few kinks they need to work out. My husband got the matcha latte ($7.15) with oat milk and substituted condense milk with agave syrup to avoid dairy. The drink was topped with two cute daisies. The first sip was good, but after that it tasted a bit sweet and artificial. Our friend got the salted caramel Viet latte ($7.15), which wasn't bad but nothing particularly special. You get a subtle caramel flavor throughout. I got the salted cookie butter coffee ($7.35) which was really good and the best of all the drinks we tried. The taste and sweetness level were perfect. You can't adjust the milk or cream top though.

    vietnamese coffee with sea salt cookie cream
    Rachel Z.

    delicious vietnamese coffee from a food truck in downtown! there's a couple of picnic tables surrounded by trucks where you can enjoy your coffee. they were very nice and explained their menu since it was our first time. 10/10 recommend!

    Cam H.

    This place was okay. I'd give it a 3.8/5 for taste alone but 4.3/5 for taste + vibes. It's convenient if you're walking around downtown and want something refreshing. I'm not sure if it's worth standing in the heat to wait in line though... Their logos and design are creative and make them stand out. It's a cute little food truck with friendly staff. The cups were pretty but the taste was generic, although decent but nothing special. I thought the banana matcha could've had a stronger banana flavor. I liked the sea salt coffee overall, coffee wasn't too strong or overpowering.

    banana cream top matcha
    Thao T.

    This is a new soft opening vietnamese coffee truck that I was very excited to try. It seems like they are currently open sat and sunday, but you might want to check their instagram for further updates. 20% off during their soft opening as well. The barista/ person at the cashier was friendly and charming. He was helpful and eager to introduce us about their vietnamese drinks. They have a variety of vietnamese coffee. My bf and I got banana cream top matcha and salted butter cookie coffee. the cream top for the coffee was salty sweet, some crumble of the butter cookie on top make the drink more fun and balance out some of the bitterness of the vietnamese coffee underneath. the Vietnamese coffee was great, it taste strong like how coffeee in vietnam is but didn't left my heart palpitate. Matcha was good but not too impressive in my opinion, was still a solid matcha drink tho. Banana cream top was sweet and not as thick as expected. Overall I would definitely come back to try their other coffee, specifically the egg coffee and maybe their matcha may cloud a try. The area has seatings to sit and hangout with friends outside, along with other food trucks in the area. Street parking nearby might be limited but there are parking garages about 1-2 block down the road.

    Matcha Maycloud w/ Oatmilk Salted Cookie Butter Coffee

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    Pho Phong Luu

    Pho Phong Luu

    4.8(426 reviews)
    9.2 mi
    $$

    I ordered a regular Pho Dac Biet, and right away, I noticed the portions were very generous. The…read moreThai basil leaves were absolutely ginormous, and they gave us plenty of them alongside very fresh limes, which I appreciated. The bowl itself came loaded with meat--they definitely weren't skimping to save money here. The meat-to-noodle ratio felt great, and every bite actually had substance instead of leaving me fishing around for toppings. As for the broth, I landed somewhere in the middle. It wasn't quite as clear or light as I personally prefer, leaning toward a fattier, milkier undertone that almost reminded me of a Vietnamese pho take on tonkotsu. The flavor itself was undeniably very good, but the richness may have been a bit too much for me personally. One way I usually judge how much I love a pho broth is whether I want to sip the bowl down to the very end, and this one wasn't quite light enough for me to want to do that. I've had richer and deeper pho flavors elsewhere, but I still appreciated the flavor profile here and could absolutely see why this place is so popular. It feels hearty, comforting, and satisfying in a way that clearly resonates with many people. Despite how packed the restaurant was, the atmosphere ended up being surprisingly pleasant. Service moved very quickly, which honestly impressed me given how busy everything felt. Even with the crowd, I didn't dislike the spacing or setup at all--the restaurant still felt comfortable, and the sound of people enjoying their food all around added to the lively, welcoming energy rather than making it feel overwhelming. Overall, Pho Phong Lưu ended up being one of those places where I completely understood the hype, even if it didn't become my personal favorite pho spot. While the broth leaned richer than my preference, I still enjoyed the experience and definitely look forward to trying other dishes next time.

    Updated review for May 2026! Still insanely fast service. It was absolutely packed when we came at…read more12:30 on a Saturday and we were served in less than 6 minutes. Parking is easy in the strip mall lot towards the back. The bathroom situation can get annoying when there's more people since it's singles.

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    Pho Phong Luu - Inside

    Inside

    Pho Phong Luu - Cha Gio

    Cha Gio

    Pho Phong Luu - New inside as of Jan 2023 (gillynova - TikTok)

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    New inside as of Jan 2023 (gillynova - TikTok)

    Pho Please - Steak Pho

    Pho Please

    4.4(1.3k reviews)
    1.8 miOltorf/East Riverside
    $$

    I'm Viet and I approve. We get spring rolls, pho, vermicelli and bun bo hue. Not sure on the coffee…read moreand egg rolls. TBH better than some viet places in Austin. Compared to West and East coast maybe 2nd best but here in Austin I like their pho. And they are consistent. I get the everything pho, so can't speak to the others.

    Pho Please has a very modern, minimalist vibe and feels super clean inside. It definitely does not…read morefeel like a traditional pho or Vietnamese restaurant at all, which might be a plus or minus depending on what you are looking for. I have been here for both lunch and dinner and it is pretty busy during both times, so clearly it is popular. I tried the Pho Please pho and the mi kho dry egg noodles. The pho was fine but nothing really stood out. It tasted good enough but did not have that depth or richness that makes you crave pho again. The mi kho dry egg noodles were also pretty mid and honestly lacked flavor. It felt like something was missing and I kept wanting to add more to make it pop. I also got the brown sugar milk tea, which I actually really liked. It was very sweet, which worked for me, but some of my friends thought it was way too sweet for their taste. Definitely something to keep in mind if you prefer lighter drinks. You order at the counter and the food comes out pretty fast, which is nice when it is busy.

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    Pho Please - Condiment bar

    Condiment bar

    Pho Please - Shrimp Banh Mi

    Shrimp Banh Mi

    Pho Please - Lemongrass Bahn Mi sandwich to go.

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    Lemongrass Bahn Mi sandwich to go.

    Bep Co Tham - KN Kitchen - Bep Co Tham - Vietnamese Cuisine

    Bep Co Tham - KN Kitchen

    4.5(59 reviews)
    8.4 mi
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    I've ordered their sticky rice from here multiple times for takeout. It's nice and savory, features…read moreplenty of processed meat like pork floss and Chinese sausage slices. But it also has egg and scallions and pate; overall the combo is satisfying. Separate from takeout, we decided to go for an early dinner. Their Crab Vermicelli Stir Fry is surprisingly sweet, with sweetness as a prominent flavor. It features plenty of crab bits. I also grabbed a Skillet Combo. It came with two runny side up eggs, pate, two types of cured pork, beef gravy, and a handful of cilantro. The baguette came on the side, as did the mixed salad of lettuce and tomato. The salad had some dried shrimp, fish sauce, and a slightly sweet dressing. The restaurant itself is located in the Chinatown Center on N Lamar. It's a small corner shop. Lots of mirrors and glass. The staff are friendly enough. Unfortunately, they've closed, and it looks like another restaurant will be opening up in its place. The situation leaves me unsure about where to go to satisfy savory sticky rice cravings.

    I've visited this place several times, and each experience has been great. Plus, it's a…read morefamily-owned business, which adds a genuine touch to the dining experience. I recommend giving it a try. Food: The authentic Vietnamese cuisine they serve is truly comforting. Some menu items I like more than others. So far, my favorites are: A1. Grilled Pork Spring Rolls S1. Combo Banh Mi N5a. Char Siu Egg Noodle w/ Wonton (w/ soup on the side) N8a. Shrimp & Squid (w/ sauce & pork broth on the side)

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    Bep Co Tham - KN Kitchen - Banh Xeo - Pancake

    Banh Xeo - Pancake

    Bep Co Tham - KN Kitchen - Goi cuon - Spring rolls

    Goi cuon - Spring rolls

    Bep Co Tham - KN Kitchen - Mi xa xiu hoanh thanh - Charsiu + wonton egg noodle

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    Mi xa xiu hoanh thanh - Charsiu + wonton egg noodle

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