If you're even remotely near this neighborhood and craving pho, do yourself a favor and stop by Pho…read moreMetro. This place feels like a hidden gem you almost want to keep secret... but it's just too good not to share. What makes Pho Metro stand out right away is how authentic it feels. You can tell this is truly a labor of love. One guy runs the show and somehow manages to do it all, from cooking to serving, and the care he puts into the food absolutely shows in every single bite. It has that comforting, homemade quality that makes you feel like you've stepped into a small family kitchen rather than just another restaurant. The food itself is outstanding. Everything tastes incredibly fresh, from the herbs to the broth. I highly recommend the thin noodles with the spicy lemongrass broth (you can request this if it's not listed). It's bursting with flavor, slightly tangy, perfectly spicy, and deeply savory in a way that warms you from the inside out. Every spoonful feels like a cozy blanket on a cold day. The summer rolls are another must-order. They're fresh, light, and packed with flavor, and the peanut sauce that comes with them is absolutely delicious. It's rich, savory, and addictive enough that you'll find yourself scraping the cup to get every last drop. Another detail I really appreciated is how everything you need is right at your fingertips. All the sauces are readily available at the table, so you can customize your bowl exactly how you like it without having to ask or wait. It makes the whole experience feel easy, comfortable, and welcoming. And don't skip the Thai iced tea. It's perfectly sweet, creamy, and refreshing, especially alongside the bold flavors of the pho. It's the kind of drink that makes you slow down and enjoy the moment. Overall, this place delivers on flavor, authenticity, and heart. It's rare to find a spot where you can truly taste the effort and pride in every dish, but Pho Metro does exactly that. I will absolutely be returning again and again. If you're in the area, make the stop. You won't be disappointed.

This restaurant is in a very obscure part of flushing, which is probably why they didn't have many…read morecustomers in the afternoon. Nonetheless, they were very fast to serve me my order. I had ordered to go and the wait staff told me it would take 10 minutes. The food came out in eight minutes, which I was so happy with because I was famished. I had ordered the beef on a bed of vermicelli noodles. They also provided an extra fish sauce on the side. This added so much flavor to the overall dish. The sliced radishes on the side were as expected. Everything about this dish was fantastic. The ambience in the area was very calm. There were adequate seating and overall this establishment is very clean.

Caphe Den is a small cute Viet coffee shop in Flushing. They serve super unique Viet coffee and…read morematcha drinks. I loved my egg coffee although the egg top was definitely something to get used to - but true to Viet coffee culture. I was less of a fan of their black sesame matcha as the sesame was overpowered by the matcha. They have a cool add on where you can print a design on top of your drink for 1 extra dollar. Pretty neat - my first time seeing that in action. Uploading our custom art was a little bit tricky with phone permissions being a little finicky. I recommend using more contrast so the lines are more defined on the latte art

This cafe is relaxing in the inside. Dark green and gold give it a luxe look. I ordered on the…read morekiosk and the barista prepared my drink. It took a few minutes. But I wasn't there for speed. I was there for deliciousness. And they delivered! Their speciality is Vietnamese coffee, which is a latte with condensed milk. I ordered the marble coffee option. I like that i could choose how much ice and condensed milk I wanted. And the drink was delicious!

JoJu is a solid lunch spot that keeps its focus tight and executes well within that lane. We walked…read moreinto a straightforward, no frills space where the menu centers on banh mi with some rice bowls and drinks rounding things out. The portions are generous enough that a single sandwich can genuinely feel like more than one meal's worth of food. The banh mi is the main reason to come, and the pork versions are where the kitchen shines most. We ordered the caramel pork, which is worth it. The meat is cut down into small pieces that pick up flavor throughout and create a layered bite alongside the pickled vegetables. The tofu banh mi holds up well as a vegetarian option and carries a gingery, carrot forward flavor that works. The bread leans toward a softer, thicker cut rather than the thin, crackling crust of a more traditional Vietnamese version, but it still holds the fillings well without getting soggy. Service is fast and the overall experience is quick. The staff moves efficiently and our order came out in good time, which makes it a reliable option for a workday lunch when you do not have much time to spare. The banh mi travels well if you are taking it to go, and the packaging keeps everything intact. It is a good spot for a filling, well priced lunch that does not require much planning beyond showing up. We would come back for the caramel pork banh mi and appreciate that we can be in and out without sacrificing quality or portion size. For a quick, satisfying Vietnamese sandwich in the area, JoJu delivers exactly what it promises.

Got the "Bulgolgi Bomb Me" banh mi for lunch on a busy Saturday afternoon. It comes with bulgolgi,…read morekimchi, a fried egg, pickled daikon/carrots, cucumbers, cilantro and mayo. You also get the option of "4 sauces" with your order, which you can get on your sandwich or on the side (for free!) I love extra sauce, so this option is really great. I ended up opting for their spicy mayo which tasted good with the bulgolgi. The meat, bread and everything was 5/5. The banh mi is filling, satisfying and definitely more than enough for a hearty lunch. This was my first time trying the Flushing location, and was very pleasantly surprised!

Finally, in a sea of bubble tea, I have my preferred drink option: limeade. I'm just more of a sour…read moreacidic refresher type of guy, so whenever my gf is in the mood for bubble tea, I'm left stranded with something thicker than what I'm in the mood for-- but not anymore! I made it a point to have their Crispy Pork Banh Mi before writing a review and while I thought I'd fall in love with it, it's good but not my taste. I was imagining more of a batter fried pork strips situation, a more westernized method of frying meats, but it was the style of pork chunks that's hyper crispy and puffy at the top and layered with gelatinous fat. It was tasty for what it was and not greasy, just not my cup of tea. It's a particular style of pork-- I'd google "heo quay" if you wanna see what I'm talking about. Also I've noticed it's popular with Hispanic males-- I think it has to do with the gristly fat texture. I guess we share that cultural preference. Yay world. I did however fall head over heels for their classic Banh mi. Heavy on the pate which I love, and a fluffy crispy bread, with the right meat-to-bread ratio. My gf took a bite not expecting much and her expression was pure surprise and delight. It's her favorite place to get a Banh mi for the bread now and I'd have to agree. It's a very reliable representation of what makes a Banh mi stand out from other sandwiches. And then there's the vempanadas. It's short for "Viet empanadas" and arguably what made them blow up. My mom made a lot of these growing up and my mom is regarded as the best cook out of like 8 kids and their children, so I like to think I have experience in this matter, and it's tastier than my mom's. To be fair, it's made fairly differently-- my mom makes it with a flakey filo-doughy crust and TBD has a softer more pliable dough-- think corn tortilla vs flour tortilla. I personally like flour tortillas more and you can fight me on that one. The filling is also more savory and rich than my mother's and the little quail egg inside is such welcomed treat. My mom's fillings are more meatball like and TBD's is pastier. Fun fact: this dish has origins tying it to France; the original dish is pate-chaud. If you google that too, you can see the evidence of a flakey texture. I will say, the first time I had it was more flavorful and I think the egg was missing the second time. And lastly I want to talk about the thing keeps me crawling back-- the ches (pudding soup). I've always had a disinterest in Vietnamese che growing up because my western palate always demanded MORE SUGAR but as I age, my tastes demand more subtlety. Che is a general term for a kind of dessert soup, with some sort of ingredient like a bean or jello as the focus and a sweetened liquid; I know "soup" is a bit of a turn off but it's really the closest English term we have. Think more like milk in cereal or melted ice cream. Is there a term for the milk in cereal? Anywho, the che ba mau is the most popular and beginner friendly, it's a mix of 3 sweet ingredients like mung bean, red bean, Pandan jelly in like coconut milk. If you're Filipino, it's the Vietnamese equivalent to Halo Halo. But what's cool about TBD is they have different kinds of lesser known ones I'm currently having fun exploring. There's a mung bean one with a thicker sweet cream on top-- reminds me pie filling. And right now I'm about to dig into a Pandan jelly, grass jelly, in coconut milk, peanuts, and shaved ice. It's a fun ass summer drink dessert. I highly recommend if you're looking for something different and refreshing this summer.

Nice little banh mi shop. Great customer service…read more Lemongrass beef banh mi 8/10 Soft fresh bread. Tender, savory beef. Nicely picked shredded veggies. Iced Vietnamese Coffee 8/10 This is a very strong, thick Viet coffee. It has deep dark Cafe Dumont coffee flavor with sweet thick condensed milk. Roughly the equivalent of 4 espresso shots. Vempanada 8/10 This is a very filling, fully stuffed empanada including lots of meat and a quail egg. The outer skin is crispy and relatively thin. I prefer adding sauce to balance the heavy savory flavors and thick meat texture. Crispy pork banh mi 7/10 This type of pork is the Siu Yuk type (roasted whole pig). It has chewy, meaty pork, fatty pieces, thick roasted skin. I think it needs the matching sauce though. Special Banh Mi 7/10 This pate is strong in iron flavor from the liver etc used to make it. The texture is smooth. This sandwich focuses on natural flavor.

This shop has been around for a long time. Inside the decor needs a refresh but it's definitely a…read moreplace for a good bowl of pho. The waiter waited nearby as I looked through the menu which offered the usual Vietnamese fare like pho and rice dishes. I got the #7 which had Fresh Eye of Round, Navel, Tendon and Omosa. The broth was flavorful and there was plenty of meat. There wasn't a lot of tendon or omosa.

Delicious! We were walking around Flushing and stumbled on this Vietnamese restaurant…read more I ordered: -Com suon bi cha: this was AMAZING! I would definitely come back and eat this again, the cha was perfect. Suon was a generous portion -Pho XL: generous on the meat portion and the soup was alright Service was great. The aunties and uncles are so cute!

So many spots in the area, but they are open to 1am. There are two Pho spots just doors away from…read moreeach other. This one is closest to the corner. Service is what you expect. Cold, borderline rude, but quick. I ordered the Roti Canai and Pho Lam. I have had better Roti Canai, but it was nice to have it again after so long. My Pho came out quickly and was tasty. I really enjoyed the broth and was happy for a smaller bowl option. Would I come here again, maybe. If it's late, I'm in the area, and they are open, yes I would.

The service at Pho Hoang NYC was a major disappointment. Staff repeatedly dropped dirty utensils…read morearound our table and showed little attention to our needs throughout the meal. We specifically asked for the bean sprouts to be cooked, yet they came back completely removed. We also had to repeatedly ask for basic necessities--including the menu, forks, knives, and chopsticks. These are basic service standards that should not require repeated requests. We also felt rushed to order and pay, and our dishes were cleared while we were still eating, leaving us feeling more like we were being pushed out than welcomed as guests. For us, the food did not deliver the depth and authenticity we expect from Vietnamese cuisine, and the quality was inconsistent. The flavors felt noticeably toned down, particularly the fish sauce, which lacked the deep, fermented character we were expecting. The bún bò Huế was decent, but the grilled pork chop with rice and fried egg was dry, tough, and poorly cooked. Overall, the food did not leave a strong impression. An 18% gratuity/service charge was included on our bill, and we did not leave an additional tip based on our experience. We would have appreciated clearer communication about this charge before ordering, particularly because it is a significant mandatory addition to the bill. What also bothered us was the communication with staff. At times, it felt like the waitstaff and female owner were having difficulty communicating with us in English. When we switched to Mandarin to make things easier, the response felt noticeably colder and less welcoming. Language should never become a reason for customers to feel uncomfortable or receive an attitude. For authentic Vietnamese food and genuinely attentive service, we'd recommend looking other options. We won't be returning.

Solid and as authentic Vietnamese food as they come…read more Love their Pho and traditional dishes. They have been servicing the neighborhood for ages and my family and I would drop by any chance we get.

Usually order the pork chop over rice and ribeye pho when we eat there. Did a take out this time…read moreand ordered two number #25 (large ribeye bowl) to go. Inflation has really taken over at $14 a bowl, for couple pieces of meat and bean sprout. After coming home with the food, opening the bag. To our surprise, the bean sprout were missing, and sauce packs were missing. Service is starting to lack, but the money for the food continues to increase. You really have to start asking yourself, is it really worth what you're paying?

My first Banh Mi. My friend from Vietnam took me here and I…read morebelieve it's a good place for me to show a lot of people this type of food. Excellent taste

I absolutely love this place so much!! I came for a quick dinner bite with my friend and the dishes…read morewere mouthwatering. It was my first time trying authentic Vietnamese sandwiches and they were delicious. We got the Beef Bulgogi and Lemongrass Chicken (Beef Bulgogi was my fav) but both were so rich. Of course we had to get their Kimchi Fries which are what dreams are actually made of. Service was great. There are multiple locations but if you're around Elmhurst, Queens definitely check it out if you have the chance. You won't be disappointed! One of my favorite obsessions right now.