Delicious, massive pork chop and shrimp vermicelli! Loved the boba tea. Definitely coming back for…read moreanother lunch after visiting the audobon nature center nearby

The eternal debate that has been a part of the NOLA Viet scene has been Ba Mien vs Dong Phuong and…read moreI think if there was a choice, it's pretty clear. Ba Mien is still highly regarded in some circles with its vast menu, catering options, and long standing reputation. Until something drastic changes, I think it might be safe to assume their heydey has passed. Located on the east end of the city, the restaurant is situated right along the water and gives off a classic old school Viet joint kind of vibe. It's always been one of those "it's bigger than it looks" kind of establishments; with plenty of group friendly seating and just enough ambience to keep folks interested. The service has always been pretty on top of things and I think the star ratings may skew a bit higher toward that aspect. Food wise, it's been somewhat of a slow downward cluster. At least a decade ago and some change it was assumed this would be the new DP for their big portions and specialties that were well noted in the community. The noodle soups (notably pho, bun bo hue, and bun rieu) have been pretty mediocre as of late and I haven't been too high on their com combinations either. Many folks would say the item to get always is their banh cuon, but even that has fallen somewhat by the wayside. i think one are they're still doing a semi-decent job is in the catering. A wedding I went to earlier this year had a number of hot foods that I thought were solid, enough to make me re-think my assessment on the place. I also realize that banquet food is not a realistic gauge for most folks but if they're still capable to make these types of dishes, then I'd emphasize to consider that over their usual dining choices. While I wouldn't consider them out for the count, I do think there are some improvements that can be made. I believe it's doable; if any community has shown some real resilience, it'd be the NOLA Viet community.

Ambiance was nice & clean. Service was polite,not…read morerushing,on point. Food nice selections. Good appetizers. Selection of other items nice . There's regular or large of pho dishes. Have to say regular is a nice serving size.

Food was great. Service was great. Vibe was chilled and quiet! Seafood pho was pretty good.read more

I was looking for a Vietnamese restaurant and Pho Orchid came up in my searches. Upon walking in…read morethe ambiance is very Vietnamese with Vietnamese music playing in the background and decorations for Tet (Asian new years) so I knew this place was legit. We order lychee martinis and it was delivered to us in a big glass which took us by surprise because it wasn't in a martini glass but it was still good! I was craving steak so I ordered Bo Luc Lac which is a Vietnamese stir fry steak dish and it was saucy and amazing. I didn't need any soy sauce because it was seasoned already. Definitely recommend this place as the menu was extensive for Vietnamese dishes and drinks!

One thing about Pho Orchid is the consistency. I visit fairly often and I have yet to have a bad…read moreexperience. My favorite is the spicy seafood Pho but I will admit the first few bites may have you coughing. You just have to get used to it!

My name is Monique House Pho House cafe is a must go to…read moreRestaurant Pork Dumpling appetizer A3 Seafood soup. P09 Unsweetened tea / herbal The food was excellent & service Was so good & friendly

I was really looking forward to trying Pho House Cafe after reading so many reviews calling it the…read morebest pho in New Orleans, especially the oxtail pho. Unfortunately, my experience was a huge disappointment. For me, it's the little details that make a difference. The noodles, oxtail, and toppings came in a Styrofoam container, while the broth was packaged separately in the standard clear soup container. I understand this is how pho was traditionally packaged for takeout because people were usually taking it home, where they had bowls. But with so many people ordering through DoorDash to their jobs or other places, there's often no bowl available. It would be a much better experience if the noodles and toppings were packaged in a large bowl instead. They also didn't include any utensils or chopsticks. Thankfully, I keep a pair in my purse, but I shouldn't have to. The oxtails looked dry and were nowhere near as tender as I expected. The broth was the biggest letdown. It was overly salty and tasted like plain beef broth rather than a true Vietnamese pho broth. It was missing the rich, slow-simmered flavor and the aromatic spices like star anise, cinnamon, cloves, and roasted herbs that give pho its signature taste. It honestly tasted like store-bought broth instead of something made from scratch. I almost ordered the banh mi too, but decided to go with the highly recommended oxtail pho. Based on this experience, I'm glad I didn't spend even more money. Maybe I'm being a little harsh because I'm sick and was really craving a comforting bowl of pho. I also have to take some responsibility because I didn't stick with the place I normally order from. I wanted to try something new, and this one just wasn't for me. So honestly, I blame myself for taking the chance. Unfortunately, between the poor packaging, missing utensils, dry oxtail, and disappointing broth, I won't be ordering from Pho House Cafe again. The 2 stars was for portion and freshness of the topping.

The customer service is top tier. The effort they put in to…read moreyour satisfaction is incredible. I will always keep coming back and appreciate their hardworking staff. Best pho in town, thank you so so much for the extra broth. :)

The food is wonderful and filling. The employees are…read morewelcoming and kind to customers. Everything always comes hot and ready. I highly recommend the jasmine tea with the sugar on the side it's my very favorite.

Most delicious grilled pork I've ever tasted - especially the fresh spring rolls. Very flavorful…read morepho broth. Employees are so kind and the service is always quick. Great for to go orders.

Very disappointing.. the pho is just okay nothing special or impressive I've had better. Also their…read morealmost 6$ "fresh lemonade" is overpriced minute made.. the place is small and clean. They don't have waiters which I don't mind but you have to get your own napkins, chopsticks and sauces from the counter.. really makes you not want to tip at all. Overall not the best option.

In my opinion, one of the top 5 Pho places in the Westbank area by far! The service was super…read morefriendly and attentive with any questions we had. The owners even approached us and asked how our meals were. They seem really humble. The restaurant is located inside Hong Kong Food Market, so the location is pretty convenient. The inside is like your standard Pho spot, but still clean and spacious. We got their XL Pho Dac Biet which is their special Pho ($17.99) and Cafe Sua Da which is their Vietnamese coffee ($4.99). Their Pho Dac Biet is huge! Good amounts of meats and noodles. Not to mention, the broth tasted really fresh and clear in contrast of other Pho places I tried where you can taste the MSG. One thing to note is that meatballs only come with the XL version and not with the L version. As for the Cafe Sua Da, it was really strong but really tasty! I saw the employees prepare the coffee with the original phin drip, so that's how you know the coffee's legit. Overall, I really think Pho 77's worth a try if you're craving pho. As of right now, Pho 77 is my go to Pho spot!

Great pho...highly recommended for everyone in town and wonderful service…read more Thank you Pho 77

I used to eat here on my way back from NOLA to Slidell. Phos and vermicelli dishes are very good…read more Service is excellent and the place packed at lunch time. But that area has gotten a little dicey. Very busy at lunch but service is quick. Mr. Vu is very nice. Bt don't ever put as much sriracha in your pho as he does.

It pains me to give such a low rating but I chose it as my last meal in New Orleans (work position…read moreis over and I'm moving out of state) and I was sorely disappointed. Maybe my fault for going on a Sunday near closing time but I got a bun bo hue and, while the broth flavor was good, there were no blood cubes, no variety of meats, the herbs were off (no cilantro, no green onion, no saw tooth herb) and the beef slices were so rubbery, it was near inedible. There was certainly nothing to even eat out of the pork knuckle, it was just a giant ball of hardened rubber. Extreme let down, which is extra sad cuz the old lady (owner?) was friendly and I tipped high. Ah well. Until we meet again Nola.