I wanted to love this place since I moved nearby, but I now know to look elsewhere for Viet food. I…read moredo wonder if I got lower quality food since I ordered takeout, but I'm not interested to try again. The rice noodles for the bun cha were rough. Refrigerated at least once and not fully heated up again to be bouncy. The egg roll and pork patties were definitely pre-fried way in advance. They were too chewy and crumbly. The banh mi doesn't use a baguette bread but rather a roll style bread, so it's really dense. The pork cold cut had dried edges. What tainted the taste the most is the soggy, semi-sour cucumber. Only pro is that this was all ready within 10 minutes. But I think that's because nothing was fresh.

District Saigon, a Vietnamese restaurant, was a nice surprise in Astoria. I am pleased to say this…read moreplace had a great "perfect pair" lunch deal for $16. You get your choice of pho: vegan, beef, or chicken and half a sandwich of your choice. We both got the round steak pho and one traditional banh mi and one chicken banh mi. Honestly, having a half sandwich and a small bowl of pho really hit the spot and was surprisingly filling. Traditional Banh Mi: (4/5) sandwich was tasty and had the cold cuts with the pickled carrots. If they toasted the bread then I think it would make it even better. Chicken Banh Mi: (3/5) chicken had a nice lemongrass flavor but overall was just okay. The traditional one was much better. Round Steak Pho: (4/5) the broth was nice and lighter than my usual beef pho but still tasty. I like my pho with a wedge of lime, fresh basil and bean sprouts. So if they forget to give it to you, just ask for it. Although the restaurant may seem narrow but it's long and has plenty of tables in the back. The music is a little loud and club like but otherwise, I had a great experience here. So if you're in Astoria, I would highly suggest this place for their great lunch deal. Can't be beat!

I ordered Bun Cha for take out. The food was super good!…read moreVery quick service and good pricing

Pretty average Viet spot. I previously good reviews for the bún chả, but I was honestly…read moredisappointed. The broth was leaning cold, and the meats were inherently cold as well. I actually requested the staff to heat up the meat for me, which they kindly did. However, I just am use to enjoying this dish warm so I was thrown off. The sandwich was pretty average as well. Adding the chili oil definitely gave it a nice kick. But the bread is a standard roll vs the signature baguette style.

I wanted to try boat noodles here and I'm glad I did! We came here on a weeknight and didn't have…read moreto wait long. The chive pancakes were so good. I love the frozen drinks too. The staff were super friendly. This was great!

Crab fried rice $18.50- pretty good, flaky, sweet crab, tastes like real crab, not surimi. I'd like…read moreto go back to try other stuff, wish it was halal cuz I love duck & beef & couldn't try either

I love this cute little restaurant but I wish my sandwich had more in it! There was not enough…read morefilling inside the giant baguette. Original sandwich (traditional bahn mi) Cost $10 Ordered for pickup and it was ready really fast Tasted great, but would double ingredients next time

This is the former location of my beloved Akros, which sadly did not survive because of the lack of…read morefoot traffic, which I feel like Lotus 1 is now also experiencing. Like many restaurants in this area that aren't on the popular intersections of Steinway or Broadway, they mainly rely on food delivery orders to survive. I'm super fortunate that my family still has a home nearby, and this has been a great option to bring them to cater to their Asian tastes and be within walking distance, especially ever since Shuya closed. I will say that if you're looking for the style of pho served at those no-frills, dingy-looking places, you will be disappointed. The combo of food and service here, by no means, is the type you'll find at your typical family-operated restaurant in an Asian enclave. But it is a much cleaner, modern, and more relaxed setting. Pho is pretty good, but again, don't expect the family-run style. This is more of a place where you get your pho or banh mi fix or cravings fulfilled.

In an unassuming storefront on East 81st Street, It feels like both a local restaurant and a…read moredestination spot. The service, food and ambience are excellent. Tried the Hawker Rice. The pork chop was seasoned and cooked perfectly.

3.5/5 did not blow me away, especially for pride…read more salt and pepper squid had a good coating but was overcooked and rubbery. pho was decent but not amazing. expect more for a $20+ bowl of pho. shaking beef was tasty but like normal. something i feel like i could make at home. the arugula on top is kind of weird presentation too and not worth $30.

Anyone remember that viral TikTok / IG video of that influencer that came here for a collab, to…read moreonly post a bad review once she got called out for not holding up her end of the bargain, and then also get exposed for killing a dog while dog sitting. Crazy times. Anyways...I didn't realize it was this spot until one night I was craving pho in LIC and found this spot on Yelp. Once I saw the storefront, I knew which restaurant this was and got very excited to finally try them out. For drinks, I had to get the Vietnamese Espresso Martini ($19). It had that distinct Vietnamese coffee taste with a mix of alcohol, which blended in nicely. It luckily did not keep me up all night. For entrees, we split an order of the Shaking Beef ($33) as well as the Bun Rieu ($22). We probably could have just ordered one or the other to split as we were very stuffed by the end of the meal. Both were delicious and would recommend. The Bun Rieu is unique that it is a pork and tomato soup base, kind of like in hot pot (delicious a refreshing btw) with a hint of fish sauce. The Shaking Beef is a classic which comes with jasmine rice. Beef is prepared and seasoned perfectly. There were other items that looked and sounded delicious, but my wallet prevented me from doing so. There's always another time, which I will be looking forward to. Shoutout to our server Daniel who was amazing and super hospitable.

Ambiance (5/5): The venue is gorgeous from top to bottom on their decorations. The bar looks…read moreclassy. The venue is narrow to start, then opens to the main dining room w the big bar with bar seating, and the rear dining space. There was even an upstairs (not in use at this evening). I was immediately able to get a seat at the bar top on 8p on a weeknight. The place was bustling with guests. Service (5/5): Multiple servers were floating and helping with orders and dishes. I was attended to throughout my dining experience. Signature Pho $21 (3/5): The broth was light but almost to the point of being flavorless... The portion was large. The pieces of meat were a bit chewy and not tender. I was disappointed that a pho priced so high didn't meet my expectations. Minced Pork Bahn Mi $14 (4/5): I loved the taste and mix of ingredients, however I was not a fan of the bread. It wasn't soft enough and hurt the roof of my mouth. I enjoyed the Bahn Mi over the pho more. Their menu is extensive and would want to try the other dishes, maybe I ordered wrong. Everything is way more expensive than usual Vietnamese spots I've been to.

Writing a review after ordering atleast 5-10 times from this place - my apologies!…read more But also, now you know you can trust my review and know they are constantly 5/5 I have always done takeouts and pickups :) Their grilled pork and lemongrass pork banh mis are absolutely amazing! Big piece of bread stuffed (I mean stuffed) with meat and amazingly flavored pickled veggies To the point and brilliant sandwiches. Fills you up for the whole day Their pho (have tried the UES one and the classic) is very nicely flavored and a hearty big bowl of everything you would expect in a pho. Highly recommend this place Unfortunately I only found one photo

First impression: n/a I ordered for delivery so can't say much on service or ambiance…read more The Noms: lemon grass pork bun cha - generous portions, perfectly cooked vermicelli rice noodles. The meat was mostly tender and flavorful. I liked the nuoc mam, it was good. Cha gio (egg rolls): a bit overdone, the egg rolls tasted a bit burnt, but it was still good. Despite being ordered for delivery, the egg rolls weren't soft or oily when they arrived. In Conclusion: I'm always looking for good Vietnamese food... makes me less homesick for the food I'm used to having access to in California. Would come back here to try more menu items

This place has a variety of flavors you wouldn't normally see at your regular boba place (but for…read morethose who want the usual, they do have a few crowd favorites -- see menu pics). I had the strawberry, rose lemonade and it was so refreshing on a hot day! There is outdoor seating. Our server answered any questions we had and was patient and kind. I would love to try their sandwiches next. So cool that they serve Bánh mì baguettes and bowls.

I went for a Yelp event and picked up a jasmine green tea. It was good. I didn't realize they…read morealso had food. Unfortunately they didn't seem to have a sit in area except outside. My tea came super fast and she just asked for my name vs checking my Yelp pass. I definitely don't mind coming back if I am back in Astoria. I have been checking out Astoria more recently and next time would love to come back.

Everyone was recommending Banh so I finally went. That pesto tofu banh mi was everything I wanted…read morein a banh mi + more. So delicious, so filling. Service was fast, pricing reasonable, restaurant was packed but we didn't have to wait super long to get our food. Very satisfied and will be back.

The food was delicious through and through. There were so many things on the menu I wanted to…read moretry!!! The service and vibe was nice but okay! I think I would do takeout whenever I crave the food in the future.

Very good banh mi sandwiches. I went with the chicken one, was solid. Got myself some mayo and the…read morejalapeños. Word of caution here they were spicy hot and gave me hiccups. Chicken thighs were nice and flavorful. Veggies bright and fresh. As for the restaurant it was Bright, Modern with a clean vibe despite a B grade: place is super small and I was fortunate to get a table. Better for takeout. I will come back to sample more of their fare. Great for a quick nosh or to pick up dinner on the way home from work.

I've been clamoring - CLAMORING - for a place like this in the Upper East Side. Most Asian…read morerestaurants in this neighborhood are fancy sit-downs, so it was exciting to see a quick, casual stop for Asian "finger food" (for a lack of better word) within my vicinity. Joju specializes in modern Vietnamese cuisine, serving meals like bahn mi, loaded fries, and rice meals. The menu recently added soy garlic wings, and since I am a fiend for Asian-style fried chicken, I of course had to have it. While all of the beverages looked tempting, especially their non-alcoholic soju refreshers, I needed caffeine to offset the afternoon slump that was about to follow, so I ordered a Vietnamese coffee. The wings were huge! It was notably crunchy, saucy, and juicy. There was a decent skin to meat ratio, (I so hate biting into a mouthful of breading), and the meal came out piping hot. It was clear the chicken had been fried per order. Those who know me know that I can't live without rice and would eat it with almost any meal, including fried chicken, so I did request it on the side, although the wings don't come with it. The man who took my order did me a solid and served it with mine, anyway. Good lad! I've been wanting to try Vietnamese coffee for a while now, and it was everything I imagined it would be. Sweet with a bitter backend - but not too bitter! I'm still new to coffee, and I pucker up at anything too intense. This was just right. My meal at Joju satisfied me, mind, body, and soul. I hope it is here to stay, and I hope that a shop like this is a catalyst for other quick Asian food stops to follow. Korean and Filipino restaurants - I'll be waiting!