This is my second time going to Dong Phuong. The first time was for a King Cake during Mardi Gras…read moreseason. Hands down it's the absolute BEST king cake I've ever tasted and trust me, I've tasted dozens. So, when I found out they were going to have mini king cakes for 4th of July, I had to get one. Made it there about 7:30 am, line was wrapped. By the time they opened at 8, they had already given out all available tickets. These are high demand. This time, the crawfish pies were just coming out so I tried one of those. The dough was a bit sweet but flaky. Inside.. was interesting. There was crawfish of course and there was a vegetable, I can't make out which one. The pie was a different flavor than I'm used to. Sweet and Savory and I tasted like there was a bit of Italian dressing or something in it. I'll try a meat one next time.

Located off a main road. There's a large parking lot to park. I saw a lot of reviews and thought…read moreto swing by to try out as I was in the area. The moment we stepped inside the bakery, we were greeted right away. Staff were fast and friendly. Staff help assorted us with any questions we had. Bought some foods to try. I tried the cold cut banh mi. It was good. Bread was crispy and lots of filling. Bought some taro, white bean, black bean, corn desserts (Che) and jelly to try. All were delicious especially on a hot day. Bought some pastries which were limited at the end of the day. Got some chaud pork with onion, crawfish pie, meat pie, baked bao which all had great pastry taste, but the filling wasn't the greatest for me I guess. So, I did come back another day and got some pate chaud with bbq pork. Now that was delicious to my taste buds! I tried the green combo bánh bao and that was delicious as well!

Delicious, massive pork chop and shrimp vermicelli! Loved the boba tea. Definitely coming back for…read moreanother lunch after visiting the audobon nature center nearby

The eternal debate that has been a part of the NOLA Viet scene has been Ba Mien vs Dong Phuong and…read moreI think if there was a choice, it's pretty clear. Ba Mien is still highly regarded in some circles with its vast menu, catering options, and long standing reputation. Until something drastic changes, I think it might be safe to assume their heydey has passed. Located on the east end of the city, the restaurant is situated right along the water and gives off a classic old school Viet joint kind of vibe. It's always been one of those "it's bigger than it looks" kind of establishments; with plenty of group friendly seating and just enough ambience to keep folks interested. The service has always been pretty on top of things and I think the star ratings may skew a bit higher toward that aspect. Food wise, it's been somewhat of a slow downward cluster. At least a decade ago and some change it was assumed this would be the new DP for their big portions and specialties that were well noted in the community. The noodle soups (notably pho, bun bo hue, and bun rieu) have been pretty mediocre as of late and I haven't been too high on their com combinations either. Many folks would say the item to get always is their banh cuon, but even that has fallen somewhat by the wayside. i think one are they're still doing a semi-decent job is in the catering. A wedding I went to earlier this year had a number of hot foods that I thought were solid, enough to make me re-think my assessment on the place. I also realize that banquet food is not a realistic gauge for most folks but if they're still capable to make these types of dishes, then I'd emphasize to consider that over their usual dining choices. While I wouldn't consider them out for the count, I do think there are some improvements that can be made. I believe it's doable; if any community has shown some real resilience, it'd be the NOLA Viet community.

I used to eat here on my way back from NOLA to Slidell. Phos and vermicelli dishes are very good…read more Service is excellent and the place packed at lunch time. But that area has gotten a little dicey. Very busy at lunch but service is quick. Mr. Vu is very nice. Bt don't ever put as much sriracha in your pho as he does.

It pains me to give such a low rating but I chose it as my last meal in New Orleans (work position…read moreis over and I'm moving out of state) and I was sorely disappointed. Maybe my fault for going on a Sunday near closing time but I got a bun bo hue and, while the broth flavor was good, there were no blood cubes, no variety of meats, the herbs were off (no cilantro, no green onion, no saw tooth herb) and the beef slices were so rubbery, it was near inedible. There was certainly nothing to even eat out of the pork knuckle, it was just a giant ball of hardened rubber. Extreme let down, which is extra sad cuz the old lady (owner?) was friendly and I tipped high. Ah well. Until we meet again Nola.

I had been to New Orleans since 1987 to attend JazzFest until my near death and rebirth in 1999…read morewith Celiac disease about 6-7 times. After I was diagnosed with Gluten Intolerance as a foodie I thought my culinary life was over and one of the many, but not only joys, of going to Nola is the food. I was reluctant to go and then a bit later 20 years ago Katrina hit this great city. When I did return my reluctance of going due to my food restrictions was born out, but the fact that the people in New Orleans fry everything, including water. Besides jambalaya and some fresh fish, I couldn't eat anything. However, due to a friend who was born in New Orleans, grew up in New Orleans and lives half of the year there with her family involved in the restaurant business, Pat introduced me for a number of chefs and one in particular, Michael Gulotta, who modified dishes or even made me specially dishes that were gluten free. Every time I went to New Orleans, I tried to go to his two Vietnamese Cajun restaurants, MoPho and Maypop. Michael Gulotta, chef-owner at Mopho and Maypop was born and raised in New Orleans. Michael began cooking in local restaurants at a young age. After graduating from the Chef John Folse Culinary Institute, he joined the newly opened Restaurant August. Gulotta then took leave to train in the Italian Riviera and Germany's Black Forest. When Hurricane Katrina hit, Michael returned home to help rebuild and assist with August's re-opening. He was named chef de cuisine in 2007 and led the award-winning kitchen for six years, while establishing relationships with local farmers and purveyors. He opened his first restaurant, MOPHO, in January of 2014 with his brother, Jeffrey Gulotta, and high-school friend, Jeffrey Bybee. Located in New Orleans' Mid City, MOPHO was a true neighborhood restaurant and a destination for Southeast Asian inspired cuisine utilizing the Louisiana pantry. In its first year MOPHO was nominated for America's Best New Restaurant by Bon Appétit magazine and named Restaurant of the Year by New Orleans Magazine. In 2016 Michael was named one of Top 30 Chefs to Watch in the nation by Plate Magazine, A New Orleans Rising Star by Starchefs, a Best New Chef by Food & Wine magazine, and Chef of the Year by New Orleans Magazine. In 2017, his team opened its second full-service restaurant, Maypop, in the Central Business District of New Orleans. Maypop was named a Top 5 Best New Restaurant by The Times Picayune, A Best New Restaurant by New Orleans Magazine, a New Orleans Top 20 Restaurants by Condé Nast Traveler, and a New Orleans' Top Ten Restaurants for 2019, by Brett Anderson. Michael has also been a semifinalist for The James Beard Awards Best Chef South for the past four years. Most recently, his team opened a second MOPHO location in the new Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport. On my trip to New Orleans this past May, I was saddened to learn that Michael was closing MoPho and Maypop, casualties of the so difficult business of owning a restaurant I know all too well. After JazzFest one evening on MoPho's second to last day, Pat and I went to pay our respects and I got to thank Michael for his kindness showing me there was culinary life after my diagnosis not only at his restaurant but when he catered the main stage at JazzFest, but he also introduced me to more fusion possibilities which I have incorporated in some of the food I make. On the last day of Maypop, my brother Jeff and I dined at Maypop, Michael's more upscale joint which served delicious food and not to be undone, after both closed on that Sunday in May, I saw the MoPho at the airport right in front of my terminal to fly home and I got the greatest wings on the planet to fly home with: CRISPY CHICKEN WINGS WITH NUOC MAM CARAMEL. I have no idea what exactly that is except Cajun chicken spices with a Vietnamese caramel sauce that is unparalleled in it's flavor, bite and marriage of cultures that was so good Pat would always ask for more on the side. I'm sure Michael will get back in the game at some point but I write this with gratitude to Pat for introducing me to this great Chef and to Chef Gulotta for taking the time to show me what I could eat and what modifications he could make to his food for me.

Mopho is where New Orleans and Vietnam decided to party -- and it works…read more The hot sausage buns are so good they made me want to propose marriage to a piece of bread. The OG nuoc mam caramel wings are sticky, funky, sweet chaos -- like getting mugged by deliciousness. I left covered in sauce and without a shred of dignity. 10/10, no regrets.

There were three of us and we loved every single thing we ordered!…read moreI had been here several times, but brought a couple this time with me so they could discover it.

Very tasty and authentic offering of Vietnamese food. The portions are nice and every dish is…read morefresh. I really like the uniqueness of their egg rolls. They also serve one of my favorite dishes, duck. Their crispy wings are outstanding as well.

Food was outstanding. Exceeded my expectations. Service was spot on. The restaurant is a…read morewonderful quant neighborhood establishment. Locals dine here in the neighborhood. Is a peaceful laidback restaurant.

Lilly's Café is that girl…read more This was my first time visiting (even though they've clearly been THAT place forever), and now I'm mad I waited so long. From the moment you walk in, it's cozy, welcoming, and full of character. There's literally a wall of awards, Gambit's Best Of, Yelp awards, and even "WHEREY'AT" recognition. They've earned every one of them, because Lilly's lives up to the hype! I ordered: * Matcha Milk Tea - 10/10. Creamy, flavorful, and now has a chokehold on me. I'm coming back just for this! * Grilled Chicken Rolls (appetizer) - 10/10. Fresh, tasty, and perfectly wrapped. * Spicy Tofu with Rice & Veggies - 7/10. The flavor great, but was a little salty and wasn't hot at all. * My friend had the Spicy Shrimp Pho - 10/10 After our meal, we stepped outside to take a few pics and Lilly came out to greet us. She was so sweet and just genuinely grateful. She shared how blessed she feels to run Lilly's and that energy made the experience even better. Fast service, flavorful food, and unmatched hospitality. I'll absolutely be back.

I'm from LA California and I have to give five star to this restaurant…read more I love the ambience, FOOD and service. Love the decoration and the Price. This is the best, my friend from Mississippi and I'm from California. We will meet again here soon.

We visited 9 Roses because my wife had a taste for pho. While I usually enjoy giving high ratings,…read morethis visit was average at best. Our server, Thoa, didn't exactly enhance the experience. I wouldn't describe her as outright rude, but her approach was very direct and cold, and I even had to walk over to her stand to get our bill. I really enjoy trying new dining spots and supporting our restaurant and bar community with generous tips, but unfortunately, this wasn't the type of experience that makes me want to return.

This place is a hidden gem! First off all of the employees are so very kind. They greet you when…read moreyou walk in, always have a smile and thank you before you leave, they even ask you how your day is going. The food is wonderful. My favorite though is the avocado smoothie, oh my gosh it is so delicious! It's not often you find a business that has genuine kindness these days and great food and beverages.

No frills Vietnamese restaurant in Chalmette. Did not know this was a Vietnamese restaurant until I…read morestopped in for some beignets. My first visit I enjoyed a Vietnamese iced coffee (espresso and condensed milk) and beignets, which were so delicious. You have a choice of three regular beignets that are huge, or nine mini beignets that remind me of funnel cake! I have returned for another cup of coffee and well as their chargrilled shrimp Vietnamese poboy and rare round eye or eye round pho. The poboy is absolutely wonderful and the pho was delicious. This will be my go to at times when I wanted a shrimp poboy, great substitute for the fried ones. You can dine in or take out. The owners are so nice and definitely know their regulars. Until we meet again!

OMGOSH, my kid loves this place! I cannot even suggest banh mi from anywhere else (although we're…read moreexcited for Banh Mi Boys to open up) without her telling me all about the tofu Banh Mi here. So I tried it. Yeah, not a tofu fan, but this sandwich was DELICIOUS! It was the sauce that did it for me - I'm not even sure how to describe it, but that's ok because they will make one for you, too. Great pho, too, 5 bowls in now and it's always a winner.

Pho Cong in Covington was absolutely delicious. The food was incredibly flavorful, and the broth…read morewas hands-down amazing--rich, comforting, and clearly made with care. I ordered the combination plate, and it was worth every penny with generous portions and great variety. The building itself is small and tucked away in a shopping center, but it was packed to the brim when we visited, I can absolutely see why it's such a popular spot. Our waitress was very helpful and kind; although she seemed quite busy and a bit less attentive at times, she came by as much as she could. Overall, the food alone makes this place a must-visit, and I'll definitely be back.

I've been to Banh Mi Boys in Metairie for takeout twice now. And they've hit the mark both times…read morewith the flavor full food, friendly service, and clean dining space. Just a heads up it shares a space with a gas station but it's definitely it's own place. On my first visit, I got the Pork Noodle Bowl. They packed that thang with tender pork, crisp fresh veggies, and a great crunch from the peanuts. Tied together with their house sauce, the whole bowl was incredibly light and refreshing. For my second visit, I switched it up and tried the Chicken Katsu Banh Mi. They definitely nailed the bread, it was perfectly crispy. The chicken was juicy, delicious and had a great flavor profile that perfectly balanced savory and sweet. Whether you're in the mood for a fresh noodle bowl or a crispy, flavorful sandwich, I highly recommend checking them out!

Asian fusion in the same building as a gas station convenience store sounds outrageous--but Banh Mi…read moreBoys pulls off the unconventional in an amazing way. This popular spot offers its own creative takes on the traditional Vietnamese sandwich (banh mi). Two standout options are the braised pork belly and the bulgogi sandwiches. They also serve popular Vietnamese favorites like egg rolls (chả giò) and fresh spring rolls (gỏi cuốn). The setup is simple: you place your order at the counter inside, and the staff delivers the food to your table. Seating consists of picnic tables under a covered awning. I especially appreciate that the outdoor seating is dog-friendly, so you can bring your pup along. For lunch, I ordered the Pork Belly Banh Mi. The bread was spot on--fresh and soft with just the right texture. The fresh cilantro and pickled vegetables added brightness and crunch, and the pork belly was tasty. I definitely recommend this place for a casual lunch.