Lilly's Café is that girl. This was my first time visiting (even though they've clearly been THAT place forever), and now I'm mad I waited so long. From the moment you walk in, it's cozy, welcoming, and full of character. There's literally a wall of awards, Gambit's Best Of, Yelp awards, and even "WHEREY'AT" recognition. They've earned every one of them, because Lilly's lives up to the hype! I ordered: * Matcha Milk Tea - 10/10. Creamy, flavorful, and now has a chokehold on me. I'm coming back just for this! * Grilled Chicken Rolls (appetizer) - 10/10. Fresh, tasty, and perfectly wrapped. * Spicy Tofu with Rice & Veggies - 7/10. The flavor great, but was a little salty and wasn't hot at all. * My friend had the Spicy Shrimp Pho - 10/10 After our meal, we stepped outside to take a few pics and Lilly came out to greet us. She was so sweet and just genuinely grateful. She shared how blessed she feels to run Lilly's and that energy made the experience even better. Fast service, flavorful food, and unmatched hospitality. I'll absolutely be back. read more

Lilly's Cafe - Spicy Shrimp Pho - Vietnamese Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Best viet food I've had in a while. Service was good. However, we were initially charged for four extra shrimp roll. Lily apologized saying it was busy. I like the ambiance. The shrimp rolls were good, as were shrimp and pork vermicelli. Dad-in-law had rice dish. Liked the place won about 30 awards. read more

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Let me say I was not my best when visiting Lily's cafe but just what I needed after my wedding night! Cured the hangover right away with their delicious pho!! The broth was soothing and not overly salty and well balanced! The noodles were perfect and the meat ratio was generous! The bahn mi was also delicious with just the right amount of crunch and softness. The summer roll was also perfect, and again the ratio of filling was generous!! The restaurant got packed fast as this was around lunchtime but there were a fair number of customers getting carry out too! I would highly recommend getting there earlier if you can. Lily herself even came by to check on everybody and greeted everyone despite how busy it was! read more

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Everything is ok all around. Food, service, interior. If you're looking for Vietnamese this is a good place to go. It's definitely the old school Vietnamese restaurant but with a more modern interior. A few small flies around the dining room read more

We came for lunch and everything was really good! We got the spring rolls, wontons and spicy tofu for apps and I got the lemon grass chicken bun vermicelli. Super fresh and full of flavor, they have put their heart into this place. read more

I had a hankering for lemon grass chicken today and the aroma of jasmine rice. The rice was so nice. But the lemongrass chicken was so dry. I added the sauce to it to try to liven it up but to no avail. It was just dry. So....... I will order the amazing pho next time. The pho is always spot on. read more

Lilly's Cafe - Lemongrass chicken with Jasmine rice - Vietnamese Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

VERY cute Vietnamese restaurant with friendly service. They have a wide assortment of fruit teas, of which I tried and enjoyed the lychee flavor! The pho special (pho dac biet - would have liked to see the menu in Vietnamese) was a good portion and tasty. The broth was clear and flavorful, although heavy on the fish sauce. I added a squeeze of lime, Thai basil, and bean sprouts. Normally I like to add Hoisin sauce and Sriracha, but the broth didn't need much. I'm sure I'd be a regular if I lived in the area. read more

Fresh ingredients and a solid broth. Meat portion a bit smaller than you may typically see but still left satisfied. Small cafe but constantly busy so be ready to potentially share a table with others and wait a bit. read more

Lilly's Cafe - Vietnamese Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Lilly's has all the external signs of a great restaurant... lots of super positive reviews, a wait out the door at lunch time, and lots of Asian people dining there. But I found it to be "mid". The beef pho was good but not great or incredible. I've had better... I've had worse. For those who love and rave about Lilly's... keep enjoying it. read more

Small and homey spot with welcoming staff and a cute decor. The chicken pho had a rich multi-layer broth, both fragrant and nourishing. The strawberry in the Lilly roll was a refreshing twist; the accompanying sauce was excellently sweet and nutty. read more

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Rox: Pho Tran down the street will always have my heart but DAMN does Lilly's knock it out of the park with their chili oil. And I am a HARSH critic of my chili oil and my spring rolls. 11/10, delicious. I gotta be consistent though and dock a point for no liquor license. Service was quick and friendly too !!! Mike: when it comes to Vietnamese food, it's hard to disappoint me and Lily's 100% exceeded my expectations. Spring rolls and verm bowl were amaze! I won't even call it chili oil, that was a lights out spicy chili paste. Would buy that by the gallons if possible. read more

Lilly's Cafe - Saigon spicy rolls - Vietnamese Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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This was my second visit and I enjoyed it as much as the first. I tried the bun spicy shrimp this time and I think this will be my regular. Service is quick and friendly. You seat yourself but are helped right away. Great for lunch. Good portion but not overly filling. read more

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This place was recommended to me by a friend, and I loved everything about it. Quick service, friendly environment, and great food. The perfect trio. Would eat here anytime! read more

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After eating so many Cajun food in NOLA, this was a nice palate to switch up on! Food was solid and just what I needed! Service was great! Luckily there was no wait but it did get busy quickly! read more

Lilly's Cafe - Vietnamese Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

With the cold temps, I was needing some warm soup and have been wanting to try Lilly's since I first heard about it 10 years ago. The hot pho tai hit and warmed me right up. The rolls which are filled with grilled pork, shrimp, jalapeños and lettuce, were good but they came out of the kitchen a little too quick for me to believe that they were just made. Maybe I'm wrong but just made me wonder. Ambiance is nice for a casual date night but also family friendly as the owner was engaging with the toddler at a nearby table. Prices are reasonable. All that being said, I would go back. read more

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I'm a sucker for a dedicated vegetarian menu, so the extensive offerings at Lilly's were a strong start that was only exceeded by the food itself. The Spicy Tofu Salad was an outright winner with tofu actually seasoned (unlike the bland raw tofu included in similar dishes at other restaurants). It was the star of the show but the dressing included on the side (some kind of soy vinaigrette) took it to the next level. While I won't take a star off, the dish would be even better if the salad under the tofu was more of a dark leafy green combo which would even better complement the protein. That said, it couldn't take away from the excellent flavor of the tofu and dressing. The salad was spicy but not to the extent that it detracted from the flavor. The dining room is a touch chaotic but only in that it is a popular place that is turning over quickly with enthusiastic patrons. It is more energetic than frenzied. Similarly the service is brisk but the efficiency and quality justify the no-nonsense approach. We'll certainly be back whenever we return to New Orleans. read more

Lilly's Cafe - Spicy Tofu Salad - Vietnamese Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

I slept on this place for way too long. I come from Chicago, where I lived near Little Argyle, the Vietnamese epicenter of the Midwest. I know we are supposed to have very good Vietnamese food in New Orleans, but I haven't been impressed with any of the places I've been to. The food in Chicago overall spoiled the crap out of me and I often feel confused by how enthusiastic people are about the food scene here. However, tonight I found a Vietnamese place on par with what I am used to in Chicago. I've been wanting to try it for a long time but I usually eat really late at night and I just happen to be home convalescing. Perfect time for pho. Ordered on Uber Eats. Veggie/tofu pho was delicious. Probably the most balanced broth I've ever had - not too salty. All the accoutrements were perfect, as well as plentiful bok choy, fried garlic, broccoli, onions, carrots. My only slight criticism, which is always a problem with delivered pho, is that the new dolls were a little chewy. Best veggie egg rolls in New Orleans, including all Chinese places. The strawberry/avocado spring rolls were also outstanding. The packaging was great, too. I look forward to coming to eat at Lily's in person sometime, and I will definitely be ordering for delivery when I can. read more

Great place . food is excellent. , service is great , prices are reasonable Spicy shrimp pho and Rainbow roll soo good read more

Lilly's Cafe - Rainbow Roll - Vietnamese Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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every. single. item. was TASTY! No lie, this is the best chicken pho that I have ever had. The broth was extremely flavorful, the noodles cooked to perfection, the chicken was tender and jalapeños added that extra spice! Yum! I only added a dab of siracha & hoisin cause it was so good as is. The crispy shrimp egg rolls were very tasty, crunchy & flaky! Additionally, the dipping sauce was so perfectly sweet. My partner also really enjoyed her rice chicken dish with a fried egg. The staff was very friendly, attentive, and quick! We were in & out on a Saturday at lunch time within 30 minutes. Prices are great for the value. Great spot, I'll be back-- especially for the chicken pho. Phewww :))) read more

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Very good and reliable food that comes out quickly with happy service- I don't eat meat and find so many options here I like the tofu & vegetable bun (vermicelli bowl)- the shrimp dumping soup is also a great choice If you crave ginger- serious ginger - get the ginger tea (it'll knock a few bugs out of you too ) read more

Lilly's Cafe - Tofu & veg bun (vermicelli bowl) - Vietnamese Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Every time I am anywhere near Magazine St., this is my lunch stop. If you don't know it's there, you may drive right past it. It's the go-to spot in New Orleans for great pho. I'm sure their other menu items are wonderful, but I've never had anything else--the pho is just that good. read more

The grilled pork vermicelli I had was best I have ever eaten. The sweet and savory flavor is complex and the texture was highly satisfying. The sauce was very unique and tasty, too. I would come back whenever I visit New Orleans. read more

amazing food, rice is so good and the service is amazing as well. The workers are so nice and helpful. I would go here a million times again. the atmosphere is awesome and the small cafe vibe of it creates an amazing ambiance to the restaurant read more

The food taste great, fresh and was brought out fast. The server seated us quickly and efficiently managed the whole seating area by herself. The restaurant has a homie traditional feel wow also having the walls lined with awards and magazine covers that they were on. read more

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Food was outstanding. Exceeded my expectations. Service was spot on. The restaurant is a wonderful quant neighborhood establishment. Locals dine here in the neighborhood. Is a peaceful laidback restaurant. read more

After a weekend of drinking, I needed some pho in my life. Fried and southern food was too much and after looking on yelp, stumbled upon this spot. When we first entered, it was quite small. They may seat you with others if you don't want to wait. The pho dac biet was pretty good and I would definitely get again if I need pho around there. There was this one appetizer, butterflied shrimp, OMG, must try! It has a thin layer of fried noodle around a shrimp. Dip that into the fish sauce and take that bite! You won't be disappointed. The server there was pretty cool, engaging with all the tables and joking with everyone. read more

Lilly's Cafe - Menu - Vietnamese Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Wish I could give -0 rating. Anyone who eats here please CHECK YOUR FOOD! This was my little sisters pho. There were THREE ROACHES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! And to top it off they didn't even care. This shit is gross. Trash experience. And if you read through these reviews it's happened numerous times. read more

Lilly's Cafe - So damn nasty - Vietnamese Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

After a night out partying on Bourbon, of course our next stop in the morning was pho. Lilly's is a short Lyft ride from the French quarter and on a rainy NOLA morning, it was the perfect comfort food. When we arrived on a Saturday morning near open time, we were seated immediately and the service stayed quick from there. Their menu has all the pho staples, rice plates, and lots of drink options. I went with the pork dumpling soup and added noodles for an extra charge. The broth was tasty and not too salty. The dumplings were pretty good but more dough-y than I've had before. I also got a Vietnamese iced coffee which really hit the spot in the morning but be warned: it's strong! We also ordered crispy egg rolls for the table - crispy with good flavored filling. A few misc notes: + they were playing allll the 90s and 00s R&B hits in here - love a meal with some good music. + the bathroom is really spacious and clean. + it's in a pretty walkable area with shops around to explore read more

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Great food and service. However they seem to present a menu to order from with items that are listed as $1 or $2 less than what they charge for on the bill. Very strange and a bit disappointing. read more

Also stumbled in this restaurant walking by on New Year's Day ... seemed nice and always can have pho soup ... Sat us right away and took our order right away. Very friendly staff, ordered the combo pho and the noodles ... both were fascinating and tasty. Staff was working diligently as they had no WiFi and they still Made it work ... overall didn't disappoint . The Ambiance was nice and eclectic and very welcoming read more

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First ever banh mi and it was delicious! My boyfriend got a strawberry lemonade which was perfect - it tasted super fresh. The service was very nice and even though it was busy, there was plenty of space to sit. read more

Every single thing was great - got a bbq pork banh mi, combo pho, special spring rolls, and a strawberry lemonade (best one I have ever had actually). Servers were nice, wasn't too slow. Place was clean and lots of people eating. I would totally recommend to anyone looking for Vietnamese in New Orleans. read more

Unfortunately the charge on my credit card was increased the day after (December 11th) to an amount higher than what I clearly wrote on the check on December 10th. A 20% tip should be more than OK and they have no right to increase it to their liking. I wrote a public review, e-mailed them, contact on instagram and tried calling but they keep ignoring my request. This is unacceptable so I will file a complaint with the credit card company. The food was great. A pity they spoil it this way. read more

Absolutely beautiful flowers and ambiance here. Lilly did an amazing job at making her cafe homey and welcoming. The service is highlighted by Lilly herself - super friendly and just adds some light to everyone's day The food itself - ugh I wish this was available everywhere. As a visitor to New Orleans it's a shame her cooking is limited to just this store. Everything was amazing and authentic. I especially appreciated the fat egg rolls. read more

Lilly's Cafe - Vietnamese Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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SO good!! I got the pork dumplings, and I keep wanting to go back. Service was quick and the owner was so sweet. I loved the decor and the color palette too. read more

Lilly's Cafe - Pork Dumplings Soup - Vietnamese Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Never got the chance to try the food but there's some people there that are really rude and made me feel very uncomfortable it was as if they didn't want me there so I left oh and the Ambiance is not that great read more

First the summer rolls and eggs roll came out and they were so bad. The egg roll was wrapped in wonton paper not egg roll paper. Summer roll was underwhelming with no shrimp or flavor. We tried to get the waiters attention to cancel the pho order and he wouldn't respond. Pho finally came out and was also underwhelming. When I asked about the egg roll paper the owner came out aggressively and asked me what's wrong. Overall not the spot we anticipated read more

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We came here and really went out of our way. We really wanted to check this out, but although the hours say that it would be open, they are closed. It looks like maybe they have posted revised hours on the door, but that is not very helpful when you look on business listings online and on yelp and they are all incorrect. I tried to call the restaurant a few times and only got a busy signal. Later, after actually driving out of my way and coming down here, that is when we got an actual ring. Finally an answering machine or service came on. Apparently they are closed. Everything about this restaurant looks so promising. We have a vegetarian in our group. It would've been great have they been open because we've been searching for some really tasty vegetarian options. I'm really disappointed that they were not open. This was the one place that I picked, my one suggestion for a meal. And well, that was a bust! Ughhh. Just a heads up... it looks like Fridays are trash days. So although you find a spot that looks like it's a vacant parking spot, could actually be occupied by trash cans. Keep that in mind. read more

Lilly's is one of my favorite restaurants, the Vietnamese cuisine is delicious and the staff is friendly and attentive. I've been going here since 2015 and it's still one of my go-to spots. My friends always like it too! As a vegetarian, I appreciate the vegetarian and vegan options! I absolutely love the vegan egg rolls! Also, iced Vietnamese coffee is delectable read more

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Loved our meal here! We came for dinner on a Saturday around 6 pm and had no problem getting a table for 5, lots of orders to go were coming in while we were there but our food still came out super fast! 3 people got the pho and loved it, I got the bahn mi and it was delicious! Def will come back! read more

Lilly's Cafe - Pho with quail eggs! Came with FOUR eggs! So good! - Vietnamese Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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