Came here on a saturday evening for dinner. We didn't have a reservation so we had to wait roughly…read more20-25 minutes. Service was friendly and helpful, we got everything we needed and within a reasonable time. For appetizers we ordered the banh khot which were tasty and crispy, the shrimp tasted fresh. For entrees the table shared the signature fine vermicelli platter. The menu stated that the proteins are the chef's choice and the server mentioned that portions were enough for 3-4 people. The meat included in the platter were all deliciously flavored and cooked nicely. It came with fresh lettuce and herbs to pair with the meat. Our table also ordered a clay pot catfish which was caramelized in a tasty sauce that paired perfectly with the plain white rice. Overall, this is a good place for a meal with family or friends. The seating is comfortable and the restaurant interior is clean and nicely decorated.

Three stars purely for the food, 1 star for the atmosphere, -2 stars for the service. An Nam in…read moreAssembly Square serves up very traditional Vietnamese fare, but the "elevated" fine-dining spin they try to put on the experience feels overbearing, overpriced, and completely misses the mark. Vietnamese cuisine is traditionally rooted in affordability, sharing an abundance of food, and enjoying good laughs with great company. By trying to force the concept into a high-end parallel, it just ends up feeling mediocre and hollow. The value simply isn't there--a single appetizer, one main entree, and three refreshments came out to a whopping $105. To make matters worse, the service was incredibly judgmental. Because our party of three only ordered that amount, the staff pretty much ignored us for the rest of the night after taking the order. The awkwardness started the absolute second we sat down. Before we could even settle into our chairs or get handed a menu, the waiter demanded to know what we wanted to drink. When we asked to see a menu first, he looked completely confused as to why we'd need one. After another staff member finally took our order, we sat there waiting for what felt like an eternity. When the food eventually arrived, they gave us sharing plates and chopsticks. We asked for a spoon to properly eat the claypot rice, and the waiter gave us another judging look. As Asians, we obviously know how to use chopsticks, but you objectively need a spoon to scoop the claypot SAUCE out of the pot! While the food itself is decent, the cramped atmosphere, poor hospitality, and inflated price tag mean I won't be rushing back. I might grab take out for the dumpling platter and cat fish rice pot but definitely not sitting in again.

TLDR: good, fresh food…read more Not the hugest menu but you essentially get to pick amongst a noodle, rice, or banh mi style meal with different proteins. The proteins were incredibly tasty and tender. I didn't get to try the cocktails but they looked pretty fun. They also had child seats available.

Tried Saigon Tiger on a whim and found them a little disappointing. To start, their rice noodle…read morebowl is so pricey for such a small bowl ($14), especially since it was just rice noodles with a few add-ins. Disappointing because their Lemongrass Chicken was delicious. Would say their Viet Coffee was actually terrible though. It was basically watered down Viet Coffee with a splash of condensed milk. Service was interesting to say the least. While the staff were polite and on top of checking all the tables, we did feel rushed to be honest. They were very quick to bring the check and seemed rather eager to rush us out as soon as the food was done. Strange, because they weren't particularly busy at that time either.

Delicious coffee, super cute space, and refreshing food…read more It's a bus yourself restaurant with an unassuming outdoor space in the back for additional seating. They generally require you to order before sitting given the small space so keep that in mind when you arrive. Service is friendly and very quick. Their food is delicious and refreshing, however I'd say the star of the show is their coffee. I really enjoyed the Saigon latte especially paired with the DELICIOUS pastry. Definitely want to come back to try their dinner menu!

Came here on a sunday evening around 7:45 PM without a reservation, and were quickly seated at the…read morebar. The restaurant had a really great ambiance, and I enjoyed being able to watch the chefs prepare the food. We ordered the ginger cabbage salad, the coconut eggplant, and the duck noodles. I would have loved to have tried their sushi grade salmon, but they were unfortunately sold out for the night. So I would recommend arriving earlier if you would like to try it. My favorite dish was the duck noodles. I liked the freshness of the basil in the pesto, and the tenderness and juiciness of the duck. The coconut eggplant was a close second favorite. The coconut flavor was delicious, and I liked the nuts on top for crunch. I also found the ginger cabbage salad to be yummy, but not as much as a standout as the other two dishes. Overall, I really enjoyed this spot for dinner. I liked how fresh everything was, and how the dishes felt very light and healthy. It's definitely a bit on the pricier side, but I found it to be very worth it. I definitely come back and try their lattes and other dishes.

It's a limited menu, compared to their Assembly location (not sure if it's limited on weekdays or…read morenot). Ordered the grilled pork rice plate and it was ok. Pork was a little dry. Portion size was a bit small for the price. It's a small location, so the space echoes easily.

Tasty Vietnamese food!!…read more My friend and I got the shrimp paste vermicelli bowl and the pork vermicelli bowl. They definitely don't skimp on the shrimp paste. It's pure shrimp no filler!! Pork was tender and juicy. I love that it was perfectly seasoned. Service was fast and efficient. A great addition to Harvard square!!

Super happy to have a banh mi spot that isn't so far into Boston!…read more Super yummy flavor in the banh mis, my boyfriend loves the grilled pork and I love the cold cuts. The grilled beef skewers are also super good. I love the thai tea here as well. Would definitely keep coming back!!!

I have friends who tell me, "You could just make those spring rolls yourself, you know..."…read more Lies. (I've tried. They tasted like sadness.) The ones from Banh Mi Cafe are enormous, sooo fresh, and exactly what I wish mine tasted like. Both the fish sauce and the peanut sauce are excellent, and when I need to bring something to a summer potluck but don't have time to cook, I just order six orders of spring rolls and suddenly everyone at the potluck is happy. Their Vietnamese iced coffee is also absolute jet fuel. It's my go-to whenever I need to work a late night. But the reason I'll always be loyal to Banh Mi Café has nothing to do with the food. ::IT'S STORYTIME:: One evening I developed an absolutely irrational craving for their avocado smoothie with boba. I spent the whole day thinking about it, finally placed an online order, and then got a phone call saying they had just run out. They apologized and offered a replacement or a refund. Instead, I asked them a weird question: "I know this is kind of crazy...but if you'll have avocado again on Saturday, could you just make this exact order then instead, and I'll come pick it up?" To my surprise, they said yes. A couple of days later, I picked up my avocado smoothie, my fresh spring rolls, and went home happy. Maybe it was more work than it was worth for the employee, maybe it wasn't; either way, they took an odd request seriously, and that's the kind of customer service that sticks with you. Beyond the spring rolls, I've also really enjoyed the nem chua, the cold cut banh mi (I wish the bread were a little softer, but the condiments and veggies are excellent), and the grilled beef wrapped in betel leaves, which I hadn't tried before and now LOVE. I still have a growing list of desserts to work through, including the flan. One thing to know before you go, regarding ambiance: this is more of a grab-and-go spot, not somewhere to settle in for lunch. There are only a few bar seats, so I almost always take my food with me, sometimes to the nearby park. There are plenty of Vietnamese restaurants around Boston, and while I'll always happily try new ones, Banh Mi Cafe has earned my loyalty, one avocado smoothie at a time.

I wish I have a picture to show but we ate it way too fast!!!…read more Pho Viet is an absolute go to. I might get some angry comments for saying this but pho Viet has the best cold cut banh mi in all of Massachusetts!! I will post again when I go next time and get some pictures. As someone who was born and raised in Dorchester, And ba Le was the only spot we would go. With inflation and increase in cost, I felt like the quality just kept lacking. The cold cuts are extremely thin and lack amounts of butter and pate. Pho Viet banh mi are so filling the ham was the right about of thickness that it gives a good texture when you bite into it, the veggies are extremely fresh and not does look like it's been sitting out all day. Even my parents ask me to grab them some every time I visit them in Dorchester!! Must try!!!

My true rating would be a 3.5/3.75. Great option if you're looking for a quick, casual meal in…read moreBoston. Ordering was easy. You order at the counter, find a seat, and the food comes out pretty quickly. We had the summer rolls and the vegan ramen. The summer rolls were fresh and flavorful, and the peanut sauce was especially good. The vegan ramen was also enjoyable, with good-quality ingredients and a satisfying broth. My only real critique is that I wish there were more options to add heat. I tend to like my noodle soups on the spicier side, and I would have loved more chili oil, hot sauce, or other spicy condiments to customize the flavor. There was also SO much broccoli and that really took over the soup, I wish there was a bit more variability or balance in the veggies. Overall, the food was tasty, the quality was solid, and the service was fast.

Loved the vibes! It was still popping at 8pm so we had to wait a bit. It was small and intimate…read moreinside, but vibrant in a romantic essence. The menu is limited so there's not a lot of options. I did enjoy Mushroom Noodles and my friend liked the Seafood Festival Noodles. The dishes itself were large, vibrantly colored, with lots of flavor profiles and ingredients. The two entrees were good and had potential but ultimately not authentic enough. Service was fantastic and the hostess/waitress took great care of us! I would definitely give this place another try and order more of their popular items. To note, the two tables outside the dining area are also dog friendly!

Another excellent experience from the Cicada family of restaurants. Overall I really enjoyed the…read morefood and thought that the majority of the dishes were excellent and unique. Similar to Saigon BabyIon, I thought they did a great job at selecting the right dishes for the season. There were a mix of lighter more refreshing dishes as well as heartier ones which felt right for the end of summer/start of fall. The hot dishes (esp the soup) came out piping hot, while the cold dishes came out cold which I thought was a nice contrast and made everything seem very fresh. I look forward to returning soon!

Pho n' Bites in Somerville was a great experience from the moment we walked in…read more It's a small, cozy restaurant with a welcoming atmosphere, and the staff was incredibly friendly and attentive. We ordered our usual pho noodle soup along with an order of fried rice, and both were excellent. The pho was flavorful and comforting, and the fried rice was absolutely delicious. The portions were very generous, giving you great value for the price. Even with a steady flow of customers, the service was efficient, and we were in and out fairly quickly without ever feeling rushed. If you're looking for delicious Vietnamese food, generous portions, friendly service, and a cozy atmosphere, I highly recommend Pho n' Bites. We'll definitely be back!

The name of this place is a bit misleading, as the food definitely leans more Thai, which…read moreinfluences their pho offering. I had the pho sate, and while it was huge spicy bowl of soup and noodles, it did not really taste like pho to me. It was lacking the beefy depth of flavor and it was heavy handed on the cinnamon / clove aromatics. All of the beef was quite chewy and the noodles broke apart easily, so unfortunately I didn't finish the bowl. Service was nice and very prompt, and the space is a cozy no frills home, but I wouldn't come back here for pho.

SO HAPPY I REWARDED MYSELF, THIS PLACE IS SPECTACULAR. BAHN…read moreMI It all starts with the bread, was it crunchy? Was it light? was it tasty? Hell yeah! Then the ingredients took over. One of the jobs of a restaurant is to surpass customer's expectations. My experience with Bahn Mi has been more of a street food place. I have passed by this place many times thinking it was "too cute" to be legit. This place blew It out of the park. As a first timer I took longer than I should have at the kiosk to order and pay, but next time I will be ready. inexpensive? No but well worth it. This is a very special spot Congratulations, sorry I'm late for party. NOW IF I COULD MAKE THE ROLLS LIKE THAT ID BE RICH.

Tasty but oh so expensive. I have the privilege of living near Boston and have options for pho and…read morebanhmi but for the Burlington area- I think this is a solid choice. This is the most expensive banhmi I have ever ordered and while tasty, it's not mind blowing. The pho was also good but for $25, I have complaints that the noodles were a bit over done and broke into small pieces when we got it. The service was quick- perfect for lunch during the middle of a work day and has enough seating to not need to wait.

I loved my uber eats experience with Pho Town. I spoke with a very friendly, courteous and…read moreexceptional staff named Henry. He called me right away when he noticed an order was missing. He then contacted Uber to make sure the driver came back to pick up the missing order. That was amazing 10/10! Food is perfect as I was sick and they even packed me extra veggies as I had asked! I ate some of it already before taking a photo. Overall I loved my experience and normally when I go inside the restaurant, it is chill, clean and the ambiance is perfect. They do great customer servi

Pretty disappointing overall. The fried spring rolls tasted like they had been pre-fried and…read morereheated instead of being made fresh. I ordered the bún bò Huế, but it was basically beef pho with rice noodles rather than an authentic bún bò Huế. The broth lacked the rich, spicy, lemongrass flavor you'd expect, and to make matters worse, the soup wasn't even served hot. Unfortunately, not a place I'd come back to