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    Pho Tran

    4.6 (120 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Egg noodle soup
    Shreyasi D.

    I was glad to find some non-fried dinner options here! I stopped by after a workout, starving but looking for something with a good balance of protein and carbs. I ordered the egg noodle soup (pho like) and it definitely hit the spot. It came with a generous portion of noodles, plus a whole egg, two large shrimp, and pork, which made it feel really satisfying. Overall, it was a great post-workout meal--filling without being too heavy, and exactly what I needed after being on my feet for a while. Good service-really fast. The music was not too loud and lots of seating.

    Pho dac biet
    Khoi N.

    What a hidden gem this is. The pho dac biet was flavorful and the bun thit nuong was out of this world. Definitely a stop in to feel the vibes

    Pork Banh mi
    Diego M.

    This place was great. I went in 30 minutes before closing fully expecting it to not serve me due to it being so late, but they served AND sat me down. The food was great and piping hot, like they made it to order. Everything was delicious and I was not rushed to leave at all. I fully reccomend this place. They're attentive and have a good amount of seating as well, perfect for large party needs.

    Shrimp spring rolls
    Sher T.

    Last night in Nola, my daughter had had enough fried foods and was craving her fave - pho. So I found this little place on Magazine St. It was quite busy. We ordered to go and ate in our hotel. I got beef pho, ship spring rolls, fried egg rolls and pork vermicelli. My daughter enjoyed her pho and spring rolls. The egg rolls were flavorful but wish they didn't have noodles in them as a filler. The vermicelli was fine but could've used more meat and was lacking veggies and pickles I normally get in vermicelli bowls.

    Shrimp-avocado rolls and #11: vegetarian pho
    Kay O.

    This was our first time at the particular restaurant and since we were in New Orleans, we weren't too sure what we would get with an authentic Vietnamese place, but since New Orleans is a melting pot of cultures, we were rather surprised at how tasty everything was!! The service was rather quick since it was a table of seven and I really liked the updated Victorian style house that was converted into a restaurant. I would love to hear the history!! My vegetarian Pho was delicious with a vegetarian broth that did not have any MSG/mono soda glutamate.I am Hapa and horribly allergic to MSG!! So it's really hard for me to find places to eat! My only complaint about the food was that the avocado spring roll did not have any avocado in it! Perhaps they forgot to put it in and I didn't want to complain since I was already full and I had fun on the way. The restrooms were adequate, but there was no hot water, so I worry about the employees washing their hands properly or if there was hot water perhaps in the back for ashing and just not in the restrooms? Regardless, the food tasted delicious so I wouldn't mind going back.

    Combination Pho (rare steak, brisket, tendon and meatballs) $16.99
    Liz W.

    This review is based on take out. I called ahead and ordered 4 pho (1 combo, 1 meatball, 1 rare steak with meatball, and 1 filet mignon). We also ordered egg rolls. I am used to the egg rolls (or fried spring rolls) being served with lettuce, cucumber, and rice noodles so you can wrap the fried roll inside, but I don't think they serve it like that here - still, the roll itself was delicious. Their spring roll nuoc mam fish sauce is really good - lots of lime juice. The combination pho was so good! Lots of little gelatinous pieces of tendon, rare steak, brisket and meatballs! The broth is flavorful and has a nice deep flavor. And of course they give you a large bag of sprouts, jalapenos, and Thai basil. All of my friends loved the pho here and we will definitely order again! Plus it's right across the street from my hair salon I go to so next time I'll dine in.

    Shrimp and avocado salad and egg rolls
    Cin-Yee S.

    Vietnamese is my favorite cuisine, and I try to eat it everywhere I go, from where I live in California to wherever I went on my last trip to Vietnam. The standouts here are the pho dac biet, grilled pork bao, and the egg rolls. The pho broth was complex, the grilled pork marinade was fantastic and the meat had a nice bit of char, and the eggrolls were hot and crispy (and featured taro). We also ordered a shrimp and avocado salad, but it was made with iceberg lettuce (not lotus root or papaya) and seemed the weakest of all the dishes. Still, if you pour nuoc cham on anything, I will eat it. Definitely returning for a chance to try some other dishes and get my Vietnamese fix next time I'm in town.

    everything combo with alterations
    Michelle Z.

    i'm a regular. i've tried other pho places, but this place is consistent with their phos and fast with their service. lots of meat. the broth is hearty and decently complex. because my brother and i are regulars, the waiters call my brother their "brother." funny enough they don't call me their sister...lol. but i still feel like family here. overall, casual chill place to just delicious noodle soup and leave. you can make alterations to the "everything" combo as well. it's cheap too. i can easily take a pho soup to go for a second meal.

    Chicken Pho
    Joe P.

    Had the chicken pho at Pho Tran and really enjoyed it. The broth was light but full of flavor, and the chicken was super tender. You can tell everything is fresh--from the herbs to the noodles. The jalapeños gave it just the right kick, and the side plate of sprouts, lime, and basil let me tweak it exactly how I like it. One of the best parts about coming here is the staff--they're absolutely wonderful. They always remember us, greet us with a smile, and make us feel genuinely welcome every time we visit. It's that kind of warm, personal service that keeps us coming back. The vibe is relaxed, the iced tea is refreshing, and if you're in the area craving a solid bowl of comforting pho, Pho Tran should be on your list.

    Our Order
    Ryan N.

    The Pho was really good! I ordered the Pho Tran Combination (Pho Dac Biet) for $16.99. Food portions were enough to fit the price range. The broth also tasted really fresh and hot. The inside was really nice and clean. Great location on Magazine Street. Service was really friendly as well. I would come back if I'm in the uptown area and craving Pho at the same time.

    I created a Yelp account just to leave a review. I've had a ton of Pho Ga all over the country but this is hands down the best I've ever had, generous portion of the chicken - also super tender. But the broth?! The broth, was pure delicious. How they impart that much flavour into a chicken pho I want to know the secret of. I'd happily buy a couple gallons and take it him to Boston. Service was quick and friendly as well, but with a broth like that, it didn't even register.

    Ahmazing pho
    Linda C.

    Exceeded all expectations, came to NOLA for beignets and Creole/Cajun, but heard the Vietnamese food was good too. The waiter was SO nice!

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    Fantastic pho. Really rich broth, generous meat portions, and tons of fresh basil and lime (love that)!

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    Excellent food. Great service. Great place. Casual and chill vibe. Favorites= Pho, Bahn mi.

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    solid pho and bun. The spring rolls were good. Service and people working there are very nice.

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    Amazing pho, great location, and really nice staff! Will definitely come again! Try the meatball pho. :)

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    4.4
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    Really nice meal before the show with my vegetarian friends…read more Recently a couple of friends and I needed to grab a quick bite. I thought we were going to another place when one of my guests suggested Thaihey across the street from the fire station on Decatur. Yes, sure. It's a typical Quarter restaurant with its long gallery seating. We were seated right away. The menu appeared to be heavily vegetarian which was great for my two friends. Many will understand the limited menu options for vegetarians at most places. Wes ordered Tom Kai, Becky the Massaman Jackfruit option and I the one with short rib. It was delicious. It was warm and comforting, full of flavor and the chef made it less spicy for me. What a delight to choose a menu option that I have never had and restaurant that I have never been to. You believe that I'll return for certain. Especially for that gorgeous Mai Tai!

    Great food great service a nice variety. We got the catfish and it was amazing just a little bit…read morespicy and I got the less than mild. The mild is grease spicy they said. We got the Mule cocktail and the. Finished the meal with the Thai old fashion, which was a clever twist on the classic old fashion. The place has a nice feel and decorated modestly with a definite Thai influence from a city the owner may have been from. Our Takeaway was it's Thai with a twist, which was nice. Try Thaihey you should be pleasantly surprised.

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    4.3
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    We had an absolutely exceptional dinner at Café Amélie tonight! With the recent rain, the usual…read morepotent French Quarter street smells were washed away, leaving the air beautifully fresh and the temperatures perfectly cool. Though pop-up showers were still lingering, my husband and I decided to take a gamble on courtyard dining--and I am so glad we did! Sheltered under the green umbrellas surrounded by historic brick walls, lush greenery, and rain-kissed citrus trees, the atmosphere was incredibly romantic and peaceful. The courtyard's intimate layout even brought a bit of extra magic to our evening. We sat near another wonderful couple (and their adorable daughter) and became fast friends, sharing laughs and conversation throughout the night. What truly anchored the experience, though, was the incredible service. The staff was remarkably personable, helpful, and welcoming. The dinner itself was excellent from start to finish, showcasing immense culinary skill across every dish. We started with the delicious brussels sprouts and a uniquely seasoned spring/summer gumbo that was unlike any version we've had before (oh, what I would give for the recipe). As for the entrées, the shrimp and grits were phenomenal, and the blackened catfish sandwich with a fresh salad was executed flawlessly...and the bread pudding was fantastic, too! It is rare to find an experience where top-tier hospitality, a breathtaking environment, and great food come together so (seemingly) effortlessly. Café Amélie is an absolute must-visit! We will be back.

    We were walking around open to going anywhere for dinner and it was fairly early for dinner. We…read morecame across Cafe Amelie and it looked cute inside and was able to get sat right away. The host was extremely welcoming and friendly. Our server and helpers were over quickly to drop off waters and greet us. I ended up ordered the salmon. With it being so early and only one or 2 other tables besides my friend and me, the food did take longer to come out than I expected it to. Both of us did thoroughly enjoy what we got. The salmon was crispy on the outside with a nice sauce over it. We thought we'd have time to get dessert so we ordered a couple but that too took a very long time. We finally waved down our server to cancel and get the check since we had to be somewhere and he apologized and said their WiFi was going in and out so it could be that it was registering on the kitchen side. That may have explained why our entrees took too long. If it wasn't for the service and the food being great - I would not be thrilled about timing. We got there around 5:30p and had to leave by 7:15p so an almost 2 hours experience that probably could have been 1 hour.

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    The dining room as we were leaving.
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    Yo Nashi

    4.3
    (104 reviews)
    1.4 mi
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    I'm sorry but I'm not sure if I agree with the current ratings of 4.7 this place has (as of Feb 2,…read more2025.) To me, based on our experience tonight, it's none other than a super over-hyped sushi restaurant that only has a high end feel to it. Service: was decent. We arrived at the place 11 minutes before our reservation time of 5pm. Since my daughter works in the restaurant industry, as a politeness, we didn't go inside until 4:59pm even though one of the workers came to the door and unlocked it at 4:51pm. Once inside he knew we were the 5pm reservation. He was polite but somehow his whole demeanor lacked friendliness. Menu: Even though the drink menu was an actual physical one, the food menu is online. How strange. After scanning the QR code, we were hoping to see a good selection of food items. But to our surprise, the food menu is/was very small. Actually this place's main thing is nothing but "omakase" where if you choose to order from the a la cart section, the choices are so limited (we were here in town from Denver, CO. After eating some deep-fried stuff for the last few days, we felt that we were truly healthy food or salad depleted; just to clarify, we didn't show up to to this restaurant just to eat salad because after all, this is a sushi restaurant. We love sushi. And yet we were hoping for some decently sized salad. Unfortunately none is/was found on the menu. I even personally asked the guy to see if the sushi chef could whip up something but he gave me a nonchalant no.) We still believed this place could do some magical things so we ordered a bowl of miso soup, oyster tarter (lobster tarter replacement), tuna, salmon and yellowtail nigiris. Miso soup, for the price of $10, was extremely small. Also the entire soup was lukewarm to a point where the center of the small tofu pieces was still cold. Ugh... All the nirigis tasted fresh but I didn't care for the sweet sauce (mainly used for unagi/eel) on the salmon nigiri. Why?? I've never had a salmon nigiri prepared this way.) The only item that was impressive was the oyster tarter (not on the menu as this was the replacement item for the lobster tarter.) This was excellent where we could have easily ordered another one but at this point, we didn't want to spend anymore $$ as all items on the menu are not cheap here. We are a fan of yuzu. The only dessert item (once again, there is only one dessert on the menu) is yuzu tart or something like that. One of the sushi chefs informed us though that the online menu hadn't been quite updated for this so he said it would be a yuzu sponge cake type thing. We decided to give it a try. This, however, failed to impress us either as it was a very much average sponge cake, nothing more at all. We didn't order any drinks besides the water so the final bill was about $75 with some change. Well, tonight's overall experience of ours didn't justify this amount in any way possible. There was another sushi restaurant that had the similar ratings with similar location (when we searched it yesterday.) Maybe we should have chosen that one instead. Disappointed....

    My spouse and I made a reservation and came in a on Sunday night. The restaurant is setup with a…read morelarge sushi bar. The main chef was not present, but the staff was terrific. We started with cocktails which had fun twists in flavor. We ordered the Omakase and upgrade one fish dish to the Wagu beef ($50). I dug in, forgetting to take a photo. Each dish was beautifully presented and tasty, including some unique ingredients like ginger imported from Japan. My only complaint is that there wasn't enough. If the chef is reading reviews... switch the miso soup with a mini-ramen to give the meal more substance.

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    Dian Xin

    Dian Xin

    4.0
    (144 reviews)
    1.8 mi
    $$

    After overdosing on gumbo and po-boys, and blackened red fish topped with crab meat, I needed…read moreanother cuisine. Rather than pursuing a burger, I decided to try this well regarded Chinese restaurant across the street from my hotel. This review is based on one item I got for takeout: Szechuan Beef. I am never one to equate quantity with quality. I'm also not well-versed in authentic Chinese. I'm mostly familiar with American Chinese. I ordered Szechuan beef expecting a dry stir fry of beef strips tossed with dried Szechuan peppers. Instead I got a 1 quart container with a zesty, moderately spicy broth loaded with tender strips of melt-in-your-mouth beef. This was pure heaven, and was an explosion of tangy flavor. The quart could've easily served a family of 4. That would just require another side of rice. This was just outstanding! The restaurant was compact yet inviting and service was great. I placed my takeout order on site at the counter, but they have table service.

    I've eaten here before and the food is decent, which makes this experience even more disappointing…read more I ordered a dish with shrimp and simply asked to substitute broccoli for the rice. When the bill arrived, I noticed I had been charged extra for the broccoli and also charged for shrimp--even though shrimp was already the protein included in the menu item I ordered. I politely questioned the charge, and the explanation I received didn't seem to match what was stated on the menu. I then asked to speak with a manager so the issue could be addressed. After quite a bit of discussion in the kitchen, the server returned, but instead of a manager coming out, I was given essentially the same explanation we had already discussed. I calmly explained why the charges didn't make sense and expressed that I was unhappy with how the situation was being handled. Unfortunately, there seemed to be little interest in resolving the concern or retaining my business. The food is fine, but my advice is to carefully review your bill before paying. Based on my experience, management does not appear particularly concerned when customers raise billing issues.

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    Miss Shirley’s

    Miss Shirley’s

    4.4
    (326 reviews)
    0.7 mi

    After we got off work today. Charla took me down Magazine St to Miss Shirley's. I knew Miss Shirley…read morefrom the Royal China days in Metairie. Back then it was my first Dim Sum experience and then when I worked in Heritage Plaza during Katrina recovery days we ate lunch there at least once a week. But this is all new! I'm so happy for Miss Shirley and the amazing place that has her name on it on Magazine St. The food was exceptional. Everything from the short ribs to the Soup Dumplings, to the Moo Shu with those paper thin pancakes. Everything was fresh and fantastic. What a great time and it was so good to see Miss Shirley again after all these years.

    My wife and I visited Miss Shirley's on a co-worker's recommendation. Despite there being no line…read morewhen we arrived, the wait for a table was a little over an hour. Thankfully, Magazine Street offers plenty to do to pass the time! When we were finally seated, our table was toward the back near the kitchen. The interior is a cozy but tightly packed space, which means it gets pretty loud with all the chatter bouncing around. However, any issues with the crowded feel vanish once the food arrives. The food and service easily make up for it. Our waiter brought out complimentary fried beef dumplings with a house-made chili sauce that tasted incredible. We ordered the Pineapple Fried Rice (shrimp, pork, chicken, egg, pineapple, and onions) and it was absolute perfection. We also got the lightly battered Orange Ginger Chicken with broccoli, which had amazing flavor. Well worth the visit!

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    The bar area!
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    Willa Jean

    Willa Jean

    4.3
    (2.7k reviews)
    1.2 mi
    $$

    Finally! On our last day in NO we tried WJ and wow! This is…read morewhat we thought breakfast in New Orleans would be! Exceeded our expectations! Great coffee bar! Definitely treat yourself and try WJ. Great service too!

    Rude service from start to finish. We added ourselves to the waitlist because they had a…read morereservation available, yet watched several families get seated ahead of us while we continued waiting. We were a party of 3 adults and 2 children (one being only 2 years old), and because of that they changed our table type from a 4-top to a 5-top and made us wait an additional 30 minutes. Meanwhile, multiple tables became available that easily could have accommodated us, but the hostess was determined to keep telling us we had to wait. To make matters worse, there was open bench seating in the back where customers ordering to-go could sit. I offered to order food to-go so we could at least sit down and get started while waiting, and she told me if I did that they would remove our name from the waitlist because "you have to pick one or the other." No willingness to problem solve whatsoever. She repeatedly said she was "sorry," but her actions showed the opposite. I was simply trying to work together to find some reasonable solution instead of continuing to watch everyone else get seated while our family, including small children, kept waiting. Absolutely horrible customer service experience.

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    Biscuit with jam and butter
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    Gumbo Shop

    Gumbo Shop

    3.9
    (5k reviews)
    1.9 mi
    $$
    Delivery during COVID-19
    Established in 1976

    One of our Lyft drivers recommended this restaurant so we knew we had to have dinner here!…read more It's such a cool space . They have indoor and outdoor seating. We sat inside since it was raining on and off the night were there (first week of May). Our waiter was so nice and helpful. I enjoyed the chicken andouille gumbo, my fiancé has the seafood okra gumbo and we split the creole combination platter. Everything was delicious!

    TL;DR: Between the mediocre food and dreadful service, Gumbo Shop isn't worth your tourist dollars…read more Go almost anywhere else. We initially had dinner plans for elsewhere, but plans changed and we had to pivot. How bad could Gumbo Shop be? As it turns out, we could have eaten just about anywhere else in the French Quarter and had better food and better service. The waitress started off nice enough. She rattled off the daily specials, and my dining companions and I immediately perked up when she mentioned a gumbo "flight." We enthusiastically interrupted her with multiple "YES!" responses to make it very clear we wanted it. Apparently that still wasn't enough confirmation, because our drinks arrived, then our appetizer salads, and eventually we had to ask what happened to the gumbo flight. Her response: "Oh, did you want that?" Our table had bread plates and butter, but no bread. We observed that other tables had bread, so we asked, and only then did the waitress bring us bread. However, the bread wasn't worth the wait: just an untoasted po'boy roll with no filling, flavor, or effort. We had all ordered the Complete Creole Dinner fixed-price menu. The two others chose the combination platter with shrimp creole, red beans and rice, and jambalaya, but the plates were plunked down without explanation or description. The shrimp creole was overwhelmingly tomato-heavy, the red beans were fine, and the jambalaya was forgettable. I ordered the crawfish étouffée, which was another one of the fixed-price menu options. The plates themselves arrived piping hot, but the food was only lukewarm, which strongly suggested the dishes had been microwaved before serving. Side dishes were also forgotten until we asked about them when we were nearly finished with our main courses. At this point, the gumbo flight finally appeared. There must be giant vats of gumbo in the kitchen, so there is no excuse for such a long delay to ladle out a few small cups. Again, the waitress didn't identify the gumbos when she plunked them down, and sadly, they weren't worth the wait. The chicken-andouille gumbo tasted overly salty and slightly burnt, while the seafood gumbo had a pungent quality that screamed "not fresh." It's pretty unforgivable for a restaurant called Gumbo Shop to serve such disappointing gumbo. Then came dessert. Two people at the table received bread pudding, but mine never arrived. When I finally flagged down the waitress to ask about it, she told me that I didn't get dessert because I hadn't ordered the fixed-price menu. Gaslight much? I reminded her that the crawfish étouffée was one of the options on the fixed price menu, and only then did the light bulb go on. We all witnessed the waitress writing down our orders, and there was no shortage of wait staff. We counted at least eight people going back and forth that night. How did we end up with this dumpster fire of an experience?

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    Gumbo House
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