Food is amazing and consistent! I always go there for pho…read moreand fresh coconut water. Ive been there at least 10times already. Service is good Ambiance is okay nothing ordinary.

Worst service, the older man and woman are always rushing you off the go, never kind or welcoming,…read moretakes them about 30 min to give you a refill even when the restaurant is empty. My 11 year old brother wanted to pay for our meal so I let him and we didn't leave a tip since we weren't being attended and he's literally 11? Today we went again and he was going to leave 5 dollars but as we were going to the counter she said we needed to leave a tip because last time we didn't leave anything and insisted we leave it in the table. We've been here several times and that was the only time we don't leave a tip. Would not recommend this place. Really pushy service

So happy I stumbled upon this place! I was in the area looking for some good pho and came across…read morePho Huong Que. From the outside, it definitely gives a little bit of a hole-in-the-wall vibe, but I was really impressed as soon as I walked inside! The restaurant was slammed during the lunch rush, which is always a good sign, but the service was still great. Everyone was friendly and attentive, and the food came out delicious. I ordered the meatball pho, and it was so yummy! The broth was flavorful, everything tasted fresh, and it was exactly what I was looking for. Great food, great service, and definitely a hidden gem. I'm really glad I found this place and will absolutely be back if in the area!

This is one of the freshest, delicately tender French inspired Vietnamese. Nothing is over salty,…read moreoverpriced, and the dishes are beautiful. We've had Vietnamese all over the city and I will say this is definitely in my top two. The Jasmine Arnold Palmer is freshly made to order and hand squeezed. The chicken is tender, the broths have amazing flavor. Quite impressed we can't get enough of it.

I ordered the bun Bo hue and it was delicious! My spice tolerance is on the lower end but this…read morespice was perfect to get my mouth tingly and the broth tasted clear and flavorful. They also offer chili oil as well if you want to increase the spice. The servers were all nice, gave us updates, and even offered to take our group photo. We came in on Labor Day and it was a diverse room of customers which I'd like to say is a good sign! Definitely will visit again.

Being here for the first time, and this restaurant did not disappoint! We ordered the beef combo…read morepho, a grilled pork chop with bone-in served with broken rice, and stir-fried chicken with lemongrass over white rice. All dishes are delicious. Prices are reasonable, averaging $16-19. The service is very friendly too. It has a very typical Vietnamese noodle house vibe and feels like a genuine family-run business.

Stopped by cilantro noodle today. We were acknowledged as soon as we walked in and asked if we…read morepreferred to be seated at a high table or low, I liked that we were presented with the option. The restaurant was suspiciously empty for a Saturday afternoon, besides us there was another family dining in. But, I did notice they were pushing out a ton of to go orders, so that's a good sign. Our servers were so polite, and offered insight on some of the popular items on the menu. We had the chicken pot stickers and they were good. I ordered the Pho Dac Biet, which was absolutely delicious! The broth was prefect, you usually have to doctor pho up to get it to taste right, but that was not needed with this pho. I have to say this is the best pho I've had to date!!! The broth was simple yet flavorful, the vegetables were fresh, and the meat was tender. Everything was delightful. Service was great, the food was fresh and delicious. We agreed that we would definitely come back. What a great hidden gem.

First try here on a Saturday afternoon. Not crowded. We ordered on kiosks and waited about 10-15…read more We sat inside which was very fast casual and clean. Had the spicy chicken fresh rolls 5/5, tofu roll 5/5 and meatball pho 5/5. No complaints def recommend!

First time here and will be back. Went with the #2 combo. It was hot and very flavorful. It also…read morehad a ton of meat and noodles so no complaints there either. I felt it was a pretty good value for what you get. They definitely didn't go light in the ingredients. Only drawback is the spoon. I admit my chopsticks skills are lacking in the soup department and the way the spoon is shaped leads to your soup falling out as you are trying to eat. It's like a double edged spoon. I'm going back to try something else there and see if I can work on my spoon skills.

I'm such a huge fan of this spot! I've had them twice and every time I go it's been amazing!…read moreSeriously. The first time I had the beef vermicelli noodle dish and it was incredibly flavorful. My fiance and I shared it and we both really enjoyed it. The toppings gave it so much more heartiness and flavor. All of the ingredients mixed well and created a really delicious experience. So, when I came back to Alley 51 I had to check them out again!! They always have the nicest service too. This trip we tried the bun tom nuong: grilled shrimp vermicelli dish and it was another banger! It's all the different flavors in this meal that make it stand out so much. It's a mouth party, honestly. Saigon Cafe hit me with a double yum punch this day too because I also ordered their grilled chicken banh mi and WOW!!!! This was one of the best banh mi's I've had so far in Charlotte. It was really good! I will probably always grab something from Saigon Cafe when I'm in Alley 51. Sooooo good!

As a San Francisco Bay Area foodie who's been steadily eating my way through Charlotte, I had…read morebookmarked Lee's Sandwiches and was excited to finally give it a try--and overall, it did not disappoint. The concept is refreshingly simple: a straightforward menu of banh mi sandwiches, summer rolls, chips, and prepared foods ready to go. They also offer beer on tap, traditional Vietnamese iced coffee and tea, and fresh fruit smoothies. No frills--just solid, approachable Vietnamese fare. I ordered the #8 Chinese barbecue (char siu) banh mi and requested light pâté and extra vegetables. The sandwich was made to order and came out quickly. One of the owners kindly let me know that pâté typically isn't included on that particular sandwich and didn't charge me for it, which I appreciated. The sandwich itself was good, reasonably priced (around $8-9), and filling. I also ordered a Vietnamese iced coffee, which delivered exactly the caffeine kick I was looking for. It wasn't overly sweet, had beautifully crushed ice, and came with a proper lid--not the plastic film seal you sometimes see at boba shops. Combined, the sandwich and coffee came to about $15, which felt like a great value. The interior is charming and thoughtfully designed. There's a small tuk-tuk display with retail items, traditional Vietnamese decor like bamboo hats on the walls, and even a seating area with low stools that gives a nod to the street-side dining style you'd find in Vietnam. I also loved the creative touch of repurposed Café Du Monde coffee cans holding napkins and chopsticks--simple, clever, and memorable. One small note for authenticity seekers: as someone who grew up with traditional Vietnamese cuisine, I've been searching for the classic old-school imperial rolls made with rice paper that fries up bubbly, crispy, and slightly chewy. The owner confirmed what I've been noticing--that many restaurants in the Charlotte area adapt recipes to American tastes, so that particular style is harder to find here. It wasn't a dealbreaker, just an interesting cultural observation. For my personal taste, the char siu wasn't quite as rich or fatty as the Chinese barbecue versions I'm used to, and the pâté had a slightly bitter note. Next time, I'll likely try the lemongrass pork banh mi and skip the pâté altogether. Insider tip: This is a great spot for a quick, affordable lunch with authentic flavors and fast service. The iced coffee alone is worth the visit. Overall, a cute, well-run neighborhood shop with solid value, friendly service, and a menu that does a few things well. I'll definitely be back to continue exploring the offerings.

I used to come here all the time when I lived in Charlotte and Asian Corner was around still. Its…read morethe to go to place for Banh Mi. Now theres way more banh mi shops out there. Le's Sandwiches will always be my favorite banh mi shop in Charlotte. I had grew up eating there. They moved to another location which is the same parking lot area outside the lot by the old store. They had built and moved to a brand new shop. Iam so happy for them and wish the best for them. Their always quick and consistent with their food. Their banh mis are so delicous. It is usually quiet and not much seating inside to eat in.

Came on a Saturday night and it was packed but was seated really quickly and served just as quick…read more Inside felt like you were visiting family. The food had big proportions and amazing taste. First time coming would definitely come again.

From the outside, this may look like your typical "hole in the wall" -- **DO NOT let the outside…read moresway your opinion!! The food is amazing! We started with a "make your own spring roll," and our waitress took such joy in showing us the proper way to handle the rice paper and make the perfect roll. It made the experience so much fun! Then came our main meal -- a shrimp and chicken dish that was absolutely delicious. I honestly wished I could finish it because it was SO good, but there was so much food! And just when we thought the experience couldn't get any better, the owner (manager? I'm not sure!) came over with three small glasses and some red wine. She poured us each a glass, poured one for herself, gave us a Vietnamese "cheers," thanked us for coming in, and went on her way. It was such a simple, genuine gesture, but it made the whole experience. We honestly felt like family. **Amazing food, wonderful people, and definitely going into our monthly rotation!!**

This was our first time here we came on a weekday night. The sign says wait to be seated and then…read morethey tell you to see yourselves. It's essentially two people that work behind the register are also the wait staff. Service was just okay. It was surprisingly busy for a weeknight with it, seeming to be a lot of to go orders and people eating in. I ordered the tofu pho with veggie broth. The broth was absolutely amazing., the tofu was not cooked properly and it was sponge like. My husband ordered their signature meat pho with 3 different beefs and he loved it. The veggie spring rolls were delicious. Would eat here again.

Horrible service, cold soup/room temp I had to get up twice…read moreto ask for more water No ac in the building like what? It's summer