We decided to visit based on the viral video we saw. I live near Westminster, California (the largest population of Vietnamese people outside of Vietnam). I'm also Vietnamese, so I know good Vietnamese food. I have to say--this spot was worth the visit! When we came, it was pouring rain outside, so soup was a must. We came on a Saturday to try their one-day-only pho. The bowls are massive, so I suggest two people share one bowl. We had a lot of fried food in New Orleans, so this soup was a welcome and delicious change. I will say though that it gets a bit salty once you get closer to finishing the bowl. We also ordered the Korean po boy, which was sooo delicious!! The service was fast and friendly. In terms of ambiance, it's not the cutest restaurant, and seating isn't very private, so I wouldn't suggest having deep conversations here LOL. They have community tables with stools so it's basically eat quick and leave after. Thank you for the delicious Vietnamese food!! read more

Singleton's Mini Mart - Beef Pho - Convenience Stores Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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I had a good experience at singletons mini mart. The food abs service were good. I stopped in at lunchtime on a Monday - it was moderately busy. Service was still good - it didn't take too long for our food to come out. We got our food to-go & went to eat at the park (which was very nice). I got the Vietnamese po-boy & it was surprisingly delicious. It was definitely a cool fusion of a bahn mi + a po-boy. I thought the meat was especially flavorful and delicious. I'd get this again for sure. I also tried the chicken vermicelli & it was pretty good. Not standout, but pretty delicious and good value. Ambiance was good here. Lots of seating and had a nice homey atmosphere read more

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Love the vibe. Everyone is so friendly and generous -- it's almost like you walked into someone's home where they make some of the most delicious po'boys in the city! Got the Korean BBQ sandwich -- their best seller -- and it did not disappoint. Good balance of flavors from the sweetness of the galbi pork to the acidity of the pickled vegetables. I just wish I was here on a Saturday to try their pho -- they said the line extends out blocks so gotta come early to try those out. read more

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Came in for a catfish poboy. Far exceeded my expectations and was one of my favorite bites out of my NOLA trip. My friends got the pho and didn't like it as much as SoCal pho, but I'm not reviewing for them. I wish I had access to fried fish sandwiches that good over here, so it definitely left an impact on me. Staff was nice, and the restaurant felt like it was a piece of the community. read more

Great po boys! We came early on a Monday to beat the crowd because it can get pretty crowded, especially on Saturday during Pho lunch. Everything was fresh and delicious! Everyone was amazing and welcoming, even when it got really busy! Great spot to enjoy some delicious Vietnamese food! We'll definitely be making this our spot every time we come down to New Orleans! read more

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On Saturdays the pho is DELISH!! The broth is super tasty and the iced coffee is also good. The staff is super hard working and super friendly. read more

Delicious pho. Sucks to have it once a week only. I like the seating arrangement and they get it out fast. Definitely not the best I've had in Nola but it was tasty and I would love to have it again; just wouldn't be my first choice read more

Quaint, efficient and friendly family-owned establishment. For a quick lunch on site or to take to the fly/river it is very convenient. The Vietnamese Poboy is the star, and the fried rice is also tasty. I have not been keen on the Korean meatball poboy over the last year. Overall a fast and friendly experience. read more

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It's called a mini mart, but honestly, there wasn't much of a mart. Some beverages, some snacks, some of this and that. The bulk of the store's public square footage is occupied by tables and chairs, there to support the star...their kitchen. I came for the Vietnamese food. On my first visit, I picked up Pork Sliders and Chicken Vermicelli. When my food came out, I felt how heavy my containers were, so I knew they didn't skimp on the portions. Dug in when I got back to the office and I was not disappointed. Meats in both orders were seasoned well and cooked just right, tender and flavorful. Turns out everyone at the office are already fans and know the staff by name. (I'm late!) They tend to go for their po boys and daily specials. Gotta try 'em all! read more

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After passing the corner store once before, this was my first time inside and I was on a mission to get the daily special. The woman on the foodline was friendly and courteous, explaining that she had just fried the fish and my plate had extra corn (worked for me as it's my fave veggie). She directed me to pay at the front counter. There are a few tables in the middle of the mart for folks to break bread with eachother (estimate about 15 seats) or eat while watching the TV. My plate included fried fish on top of shrimp pasta, potato salad (more like luke warm mashed potatoes to me), corn veggie mix. 2 slices of white bread and tartar sauce. There was only one more daily special plate left after I purchased mine so I strongly suggest arriving before 1 pm for a daily speciall plate. I heard great things about their pho on Saturday mornings. That might be my next trip as I'm early in the area. read more

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Love the food. Love the people! The Saturday Pho is the best! There are so many good choices of delicious food.

Small neighborhood place. They make pho on Saturday. I loved it. Also make sandwiches and deli things. Worth finding in the Black Pearl.

The food and the hospitality were great. Family-owned business that has been around for over 25 years. I was talking to the owner, Bau, and he's the nicest guy. There were three of us and they were kind enough to split the Korean, surf and turf, and shrimp po'boys three ways. He brought out his homemade habanero sauce, which ended up being a big mistake. I'm still sweating. Definitely hit up Singleton's for some great food at great prices. read more

One of my fav hole in the wall spots. Very chill vibe homey corner store with restaurant in back and communal seating. Got a banh mi and vermicelli bowl. Delicious! And staff is very friendly. Its in a cute quiet neighborhood too. Just check the menu bc some items are only available on weekends or different days. read more

Great food. Great prices. Friendly atmosphere where everyone is welcomed. It's one of a kind!

Had to go for a work training in the neighborhood and found this place on Yelp. Did not disappoint. I had the Korean Pork Wrap and egg rolls. The pork wraps were flavorful and spicy. The pork rolls were also great. Would definitely go back. read more

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Friendly down home feel, delicious pho on Saturdays! PoBoys every day.Right in our neighborhood, very convenient.

Came on a Saturday for the pho with a friend who suggested this place and it did not disappoint. The pho broth was nice and flavorful. The customer service was great. Everyone was very nice and friendly. Will definitely be back read more

Singleton's Mini Mart - Convenience Stores Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Read lots about this place on some different food sites and was. It disappointed. I got the Korean BBQ pork to try something different and it was great. read more

All the food there was fantastic and the service was fast and friendly. I will definitely visit again and have recommended it to friends.

My first time ordering from singleton's. I got the club sandwich. Decent sandwich. Was charged 7.99 which seemed high for a club. I grabbed a menu and left. After getting home and looking at the newly printed covid to go menu, I noticed the club is 6.99. I called to let them know i was overcharged and the lady tells me the price went up. Well I have a brand new menu that says the price is 6.99. So then she tells me her husband printed the menu wrong. I get that small businesses are hurting but to overcharge ppl is just not right. I not returning because of the dishonesty. If you decide to eat here, double check your receipt before leaving! read more

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Wow, one of the best sandwiches/poboys I've had. Great prices. Surf and turf was scrumptious with generous portions. Would recommend, and will be back to try other selections. read more

Small corner store serving delicious banh mi-style poboys and traditional poboys. I recommend the Korean BBQ pork poboy dressed Vietnamese style - the cashier said it was their signature dish. read more

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Are you hungry for a shrimp Po Boy that has so much shrimp that you can't pick it up without losing some on your napkin? That is Singleton's. Situated in the Black Pearl and adjacent to the USACE Castle, this place epitomizes NOLA corner store goodness. Ordered the shrimp Po Boy dressed today and couldn't wait to get back to the castle to eat it. The bread was warm and soft, but still sturdy like French bread should be and it was packed to the gills with friend shrimp that was perfectly breaded/fried/seasoned and overflowing from the bread. Prices are reasonable and the food is amazing. There is a reason that they won BEST CORNER STORE in NOLA, they are the bomb. The owner/operators are fun and friendly and always happy to bad mouth Tom Brady while talking up the Miami Dolphins. I've heard they a bomb Korean Po Boy, I'll try that next time. read more

Singleton's Mini Mart - Shrimp Po Boy. - Convenience Stores Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

This is one those hidden neighborhood spots that's tucked away in a residential area. You either have to had gotten a recommendation or come by a review. Its a great take-out spot for lunch. My favorite is their Vietnamese po-boy or their lunch special. Portions are generous. It's super busy during the lunch rush hour, so call ahead or plan to wait. Food is prepared to order so it'll be super fresh!!! read more

If the world were perfect, every neighborhood would have a place like Singleton's Mini Mart. Located in the middle of a residential area, Singleton's is an homey family-run business that serves as a community hub. As a mini mart, it has what you would expect - drinks, snacks, batteries and the like. But what makes it unique is that it's also a restaurant serving po-boys, burgers, Korean short ribs, chicken wings, etc... The menu is surprisingly extensive for a mini mart restaurant. There's a single long picnic table that allows you to dine in. Everyone has to share it so it's actually a neat way to meet other diners. On Saturdays this place serves Pho, Vietnamese noodle soup. The dish is authentic, as the owners are Vietnamese. The parents cook and the kids - four daughters and a son - serve the customers and work the register. The patriarch of the family is quite nice and is good at carrying on a conversation. The family lives right above the mini mart. The day I was there, I saw the family interacting with a non-Vietnamese child, maybe 3 years old. When I asked whose kid it was, they explained that the kid always asked his parents to go to the mini mart so on weekends the kid's parents would drop him off at the mini mart to hang out with the owners. And the owners don't mind, they treat the kid as part of the family, feeding him, cleaning him, and teaching him. This is a really great community business, run by a really great family. read more

Singleton's Mini Mart - Pho served on Saturdays only! - Convenience Stores Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Love this place! The owners and employees are so nice and the service is excellent. They make you feel at home in their little mini mart. Delicious pho, spring rolls, vermicelli with grilled pork and egg rolls, and po boys! Would recommend for sure!! read more

The best food in town sandwich soup shrimp beef pork brisket shrimp/noodles lemongrass curry shrimp poor boy sandwich fish fish sandwich shrimp chicken wings grill cheese chicken wings read more

Hidden gem - real family feel and delicious food. Highly recommend pho (easily best in NOLA - get their early on Saturday as they sell out. I believe the first bowl goes out at 9:30) and get a kbbq poboy if you aren't there to get pho! read more

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I'm not one to eat at a convenience store. Growing up with my family owning groceries stores and eating there have me never wanting to purchase any food that is not from a restaurant. Don't get me wrong, there is nothing wrong eating at a convenient store but when you at a young age working and eating there for so long, you tend to get sick of it. I was at the Zoo and didn't want anything they offered so while letting the kids eat, I used Yelp to find something close by. This place really got some good reviews and I'm a sucker for Korean food so I decided to take a 5 min drive away and check it out. This place is not your typical convenience store. They also sell milk, drinks, wines and things a typical corner store would sell. There is also an open kitchen. They serve hot plates , poboys , wraps, sliders, chicken wings, Korean and Vietnamese. They only serve Pho on Saturday. I order some fried rice which I don't care for because it doesn't taste like fried rice, more like jambalaya or something else. I ordered the seafood platter but was inform they don't have oysters so I substitute the oyster for extra fish. I was glad I got extra fish. It was fried and seasoned perfectly. The shrimp was ok. I also ordered the Korean pork wrap which is my favorite. It was a fairly good amount for the price I paid and so yummy. The jalapeno and the sauce that came with the wrap was delish! I also got the Korean BBQ Pork Poboy, a Vietnamese Banh Mi style. It was also delicious but I'm not really a big fan of Poboy so I rather prefer the wrap. So glad I took a chance and try them out. read more

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Great corner store menu. I had the Korean bbq pork po boy Vietnamese style, extra spicy. Outstanding. Decent fries. My wife had a grilled chicken salad. Very good and enough for two. Easy to order at the counter, get a drink from the cooler and they bring the food to you. read more

Where is the best place in New Orleans to get a Vietnamese po boy? Yes, that's right: Singleton's Mini Mart. I have absolutely no complaints; ever since I left New Orleans I've been craving this same sandwich. Come here to get an authentic tasting sandwich for an amazing price. Be prepared to get full afterwards, but you can always walk around the neighborhood. The market is located away from many of the typical tourist destinations in the city. My friends and I were delighted to discover this quieter part of the New Orleans. read more

Singleton's Mini Mart - Vietnamese po boys! - Convenience Stores Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Shaken beef is the best hangover cure in the world. All the Vietnamese specials are delicious. Great po boys as well - you have to get it dressed Vietnamese style. read more

I'm a firm believer that New Orleans' best food comes from tiny mom and pop corner stores. When a Singleton's po-boy popped up on my Instagram feed one day, I knew I had to try them out. The place itself is situated in Black Pearl, near the Zoo/University area of town but truly in the middle of a neighborhood (good sign). Parking was easy on the Saturday afternoon I visited, but I'm sure if Singleton's (or the neighborhood) gets packed, things might get tight. The place itself is set up like most corner stores, some dry goods in the front, kitchen in the back. Surprisingly though, they did actually have seating. I ordered the Philly cheesesteak po-boy and fried egg rolls. The food was made to order, but I didn't have to wait long. The po-boy was fresh and hot, it tasted great with good ratios of meat and cheese. The bread was also perfectly crunchy and not soft like some french bread can be. The quality of the meat itself was just okay, but it's what I expected from a corner store. The egg rolls were fantastic and had a unique taste that was unlike any other egg roll I'd had before. The cashier/owner/chef told me that Singleton's egg rolls are made in-house, frozen and then fried to order. In total, I spent less than $15 and was full for the rest of the day. Overall, Singleton's is on par for the New Orleans conrer store course. I'll defintely be returning and I hope they expand their hours. read more

Singleton's Mini Mart - Egg rolls! Yummy and fresh. - Convenience Stores Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

I have to stop myself from getting the Korean BBQ pork sandwich everyday. Soooo good!!!

THE KOREAN BBQ PO'BOY! That wedge of ambrosia is well worth an occasional trip to the Pearl and this otherwise average neighborhood deli. The po'boy's generous chunks of smoked pork and grilled onions are glazed in a light bar-b-que sauce; then dressed with typical banh mi vegetables (shredded carrots, cucumber, cilantro, etc.); and stuffed inside a thin, toasted Vietnamese french roll buttered with mayonnaise. A 12" is $8. Delicious! (see pic). BUT AVOID THE REST: Their Bun is mostly noodles, the pork egg rolls are an odd texture, the duck sauce is off-puttingly musky, etc. and my friend was underwhelmed with the Pho. read more

Singleton's Mini Mart - SEATING FOR 24 ON TWO BIG BAR TABLES: very clean, football playing on the big screen. - Convenience Stores Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Yall come check out singleton mini market they have best po boys very nice business owners real clean ppl they just open bck up so.yall dnt mess out on this food prices are reasonable they are very loveable vietnamese ppl!!! read more

Singleton's Mini Mart - Convenience Stores Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Singleton's isn't your typical "convenience store" in the traditional sense. If you're familiar with a New York deli, it's more like that--a small grocery with limited stock and a counter restaurant in the back with some seating. Products: As noted, a small stock of canned goods, soft drinks, alcohol, and snacks. There's nothing special or unique about that. There is a small selection of Viet food available hot in the back, such as banh mi, with pho` being available at a first-come, first-served basis on Saturday at opening. Not bad, overall, but not the best Viet cuisine I've ever had, either. 3 stars Service: Counter service both for the grocery part and the hot food counter. All payments are done at the front counter, which can be a bit confusing. Fast, courteous service. 3 stars Facilities: A typical corner store commercial establishment that was common in New Orleans 100 years ago, and still sometimes used for such as in this place. Nothing fancy. Inside is relatively clean. There's an old TV for those staying to eat here. Stool seating isn't terribly comfortable but not horrible, either. The owner is obviously a Dolphins fan, with all the memorabilia hanging inside (no, I'm not dropping the score any because of that--haha). 2 stars Overall: The pho is decent, but not the end-all that I've heard about through the grapevine. The banh mi is pretty good too, but not great. This is a decent place to stop in for a bite around lunch if you're in the Riverbend. 3 stars read more

Great food. Everything on the menu is good and the family who owns it is great. Used to eat here on the regular. Highly recommend!

A great local hub! Mr. Bo and Ms. Laura have really had a huge positive impact on this neighborhood. They are friendly, helpful, and welcoming. It's family-owned, so you see (and know, if you live in the neighborhood) everyone who works there. A+ atmosphere. As far as food goes...I love me some philly steak on french. I always buy it thinking I'll save half for lunch tomorrow, but 10 minutes later it is all up in my belly. Korean BBQ Pork and Shrimp po boys are also delicious; previous statement about being all up in my belly applies. PLUS, as other reviews have stated, the real treat is to come in on Saturdays for Vietnamese specialties. There is nothing quite like a steaming hot bowl of pho on a rainy (and possibly hungover) Saturday morning. I now crave the stuff every "morning after." So, great atmosphere, great food, that just leaves...great prices! Very reasonable on beer/other alcoholic drinks. They also carry all the general household supplies you never know you're running out of until OH NO I HAVE NO TOILET PAPER AND I NEED SOME RIGHT NOW, plus basic cooking fixins' for when the mood strikes. Only thing I'd watch out for is that the kitchen closes at 5:30 on weekdays. You can call ahead though and order. read more