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    3.5 (141 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
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    #33. Banh Mi with complimentary broth, tea, and water.

    Amazing food and service, never felt so at home with their ambiance. Everyone needs to eat here now

    45. Pho Ga (flavorless)
    Christina M.

    I accidentally ordered from this Thanh Vi rather than my usual (U District). After reading the reviews, I prepared myself for the worst. And while it wasn't quite that bad, it also wasn't very good. The chicken was ice cold when it arrived. The broth didn't smell very flavorful but I was hopeful (despite numerous reviews to the contrary), and pumped it full of sriracha and hoisin. To no avail, it seems. The broth is eternally flavorless. It's edible and there was a ton of shredded chicken, which won it the 3 stars, but there's no way I'll order from here again. Half my interest in pho is the broth and this lacked on all fronts, especially for the price point.

    Shrimp and pork bun
    Jen M.

    Parking can be tricky despite a shared small parking lot, but the food is worth a stop. Huge portions, plenty of seating, quick service, good value and I was pleasantly surprised at the quality of flavors, fresh ingredients, and really tasty and juicy meat. Got my usual pork and shrimp bun and was already craving more as I polished off my bowl. Note we sat at the table for a while before I realized they don't bring you the check (or rush you out the door) so you pay up front before you leave.

    Spring rolls!
    Doris W.

    We came here on Labor Day Monday around 8 pm. I swear most of the Vietnamese restaurants around the area were closed. We wanted something cheap and quick and settled on this spot. At first I wasn't too excited because of the ratings, but I am so glad we went! They had the best smoothies/bubble tea drinks! Too bad they were out of boba, but the jelly they added to our blended mango and papaya smoothies was yummy! They also add the crispy stick in the spring rolls! Peanut sauce was a lil runny though. We ordered: - beef bahn mi - vermicelli bowl - spring rolls - mango jelly bubble tea - papaya jelly bubble tea It was all good! Will need to try their pho next time, it was too hot to try it Monday lol

    Thanh V Rice dishes.
    Dinh L.

    Thanh v rice combo. Their egg cake (ch trng ) was cold, and their shredded pork skin (bì) was like clear noodles and cold as well. Their sugarcane shrimp doesn't taste right at all, it was like egg wrapped sugarcane. Not worth the price of $12 or $14 with tax. Go to Vietnam house is better. I wish I went there. Never go here again. Their service was okay, no complain.

    a person eating a bowl of soup

    Best pho in Seattle. I come here once a week, and it's the best hangover cure. They have a huge menu and everything that I've ever had is always a hit. I also loveeee the fresh rolls -- they have the fried wrapper in it so you get some nice texture and the peanut sauce is perfect. I also really like the banh xeo here. The service is also speedy and servers are very kind.

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    Carole T.

    Best Vietnamese we've had since moving to WA! As my pics show we ordered many of our "old go-to's" so we would be able to give a fair assessment. Of course they've got take home containers! A clean comfortable friendly environment greeted us. Noticeable "take-out" business which is a plus. The menu is impressive covering all desires for the Vietnamese tastes. We did note that the "sauces" (peanut, fish) and Pho broth were somewhat mellow/muted in flavor for what we're accustomed to. The "noodles" are rice vermicelli and were good. The fried rice was very good and the seafood/meats were good quality and well presented. The only big disappointment was the Cha Gio, sadly it was flavorless and dry.

    Pho Dac Biet at Thanh Vi.
    Mike M.

    Needing a recovery meal a day after a party, I decided to go to Thanh Vi for some pho. I ordered their pho dac biet which includes thin sliced steak, well done steak, beef tendon, tripe, & meatball. Being presented w/ the dish & trying the pho, it was honestly very disappointing. No matter how much hoisin sauce I drenched into the pho, it didn't make it any better. I almost wanted to throw up after eating it. In my opinion, this by far has to be one of the worse pho I have ever had. Coming here to recover, only to leave needing more recovery.

    Pork hotpot w/ grill pork bun bowl!!
    Brianna F.

    I've ordered delivery from here a few times, but last night was the first time I dined in. The food is pretty tasty. Five stars mostly for the huge portion sizes!! Their hotpot is listed as large enough for two, but I'm pretty sure it's enough for three or four people. We had each ordered an entree plus a hotpot to share and it was wayyyy to much food! (Which definitely is not a bad thing!) Will definitely be back to dine in again!

    Cockroach in pho broth

    Please do not order from here. I ordered to-go and my pho broth had a cockroach in it. Luckily I noticed it , how disgusting. I also ordered a banh mi but I threw that out too. One cockroach means more cockroaches...

    Nem Nuong Spring Rolls
    Johnny L.

    I have had a llllllllllloooooooooooong history w/ this place! Been going here since the early 90s. So many memories.. the big broken rice plates they used 2 have for $5 back in the day w/ huge portions of egg cake, pork chop n they used 2 have tomato slices that came w/ it.. how this place used 2 have a level higher than the floor in the back, the light blue uniforms 1 of the most recent owners implemented, the renovations, the different owners this place had, probly went thru 3 or 4 since then.. w/ each owner, 1 after the other diminishing the quality of the food @ this place.. (yes, different owners bring different cooks n systems n times r different, 1 can make that argument).. the previous owner left 2 open up Origins here on Downtown 2nd Avenue.. @ 1st that place was good, but their quality is suffering as well but getting back 2 the current state of this restaurant.. it is just a shadow of its former glory self this time, it did not help.. when I come here, I usually order their broken rice dish, but I tried their beef stew instead, hoping it will b good, but it fell way short as well.. the dish had nice aroma 2 it, but the dish needed more flavor n it contained 2 much fatty meat n not enough lean portions of beef that tenderly flake off.. quite sadly, the baguette was the only highlight of it the iced coffee was ok I had some pork chop n egg cake from my mother's dish of broken rice n the pork was overdone, the cake needed more flavor service was decent restroom was clean b4 Yelp n during its "Glory Days", this place was supreme.. now it is just a place 2 reminisce of the good times past

    Papaya bubble tea
    Angela B.

    I am super picky about Vietnamese food so it was great to find this place. Really enjoyed the food, which is rare for most of the places I've gone to around the Seattle area. There was nothing that I tried, that I didn't like. Also they have a parking lot, which is very helpful to find free parking in the International District! Both the waitress & the owner/manager seemed very friendly. Please note that this is NOT affiliated with the Thanh Vi in the University District, completely different place. I hope you will take a look at my photos of all the yummy food and drink we had. It's hard to say what my favorite was: possibly a tie between the spring rolls or one of the beef dishes. Prices are also pretty reasonable :)

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    The vermicelli noodle dishes are outstanding. Plenty of meat and vegetables and noodles. always good, it is my go to meal.

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    Un Bien

    Un Bien

    4.7
    (1.6k reviews)
    6.3 mi
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    tl;dr the juicy Caribbean pork sandwiches at this revived Seattle mini-chain live up to the…read morelegendary hype Un Bien is arguably Seattle's most popular sandwich joint, and its dramatic history begins with Cuban chef Lorenzo Lorenzo and his initial shop, Paseo. Lorenzo opened Paseo in 1994, where his popular Cuban roast pork sandwiches were regarded as among the best in the country. After years of local expansion, Paseo abruptly filed for bankruptcy in 2014. The brand was subsequently bought out by a local entrepreneur, but the sale did not include Paseo's secret recipes (the reboot attempted to reverse engineer the sandwiches with varying success). So, in 2015, Lorenzo's sons revived Paseo under a new name, Un Bien, armed with their father's original recipes. Nowadays, Un Bien is generally regarded as superior to Paseo, and you can grab their Caribbean sandos at one of the three locations across Seattle. You can't miss the pastel pink-and-teal palette of the original shack on an otherwise drab block of Ballard. As you approach the wooden window, you are greeted by the aroma of sauteed meats and veggies. Communal laquered wood benches are lined up underneath a covered pergola. Fifties hits ring respectfully around the kitchen. My partner and I visited for late weekday lunch, and we ordered immediately. We opted to focus on the signature pork shoulder, so we split the #1 Caribbean Roast and #2 The Press. Across both sandwiches, we were impressed by the tender pork, rich onions, lemon-forward aioli, and marinade-soaked baguette. The standard roast pork sandwich added on pickled jalapenos and crisp romaine, culminating in a dynamic flavor that accentuated the meat. Meanwhile, The Press featured tart banana peppers, smoked ham, and melty Swiss, amping up the sweet and savory flavors alike; we agreed that this extra-messy sandwich just edged out the standard version. Our order took just minutes to be prepared, and the bill just topped $30. Despite the fanfare, I still found myself surprised by just how satisfying Un Bien's sandwiches turned out to be. Across all the food I ate in Seattle, only these pork sandwiches would be worth a return visit, even if I had to venture out of my way.

    Messy, pricey, totally overrated…read more My family and I visited Un Bien and arrived approximately 45 minutes before closing. We ordered promptly, but were told we would only have about 10 minutes to use the seating area before it closed. When we asked for clarification because the restaurant was advertised as being open until 9:00 PM, staff confirmed they were open until then but said the seating area would close earlier anyway. After receiving our food, we were told not to sit down and were asked to leave the seating area altogether. The interaction felt abrupt and discourteous, especially given that we had arrived well before closing and had purchased food with the expectation that we could eat on-site. The food itself was average, but the poor customer service and inconsistent messaging about seating left a much stronger impression than the meal. There are other better places. Skip.

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    HoneyHole Sandwiches

    HoneyHole Sandwiches

    4.2
    (1.7k reviews)
    1.0 mi
    $$

    Really good sandwiches and awesome staff. Love going there especially when I'm sick to get the…read moregrilled cheese and tomato soup. Reminds me of being home and sick and of family. Very hard for a restaurant to be able to do that. I'm grateful it does. I thank the loving staff for enjoying what they do and not bringing negativity to work as you can tell when you're there that everyone is excited to be there. It shows on how everything is done!

    I've been wanting to go here for a while, but I was living far away for the past 6 years. I heard…read moreit closed down due to poor management and reopened. Finally moved back and got to try it. I've had my eyes on the Fast Eddie ever since I heard about this place because it was one of the most recommended sandwiches. The ambiance was alright. Pretty dark imo but maybe because it was just after Christmas and they had their holiday decor up. Also the bar area was closed. I was a bit confused on where to order until I realized there were kiosks by the front counter. It would've been nice if one of the workers actually had said something to me. Anyway, onto the food. I got the Fast Eddie with fries and it was alright. The meat was bit dry. Yes there was the au jus to dip in and it helped quite a bit, but all the flavors just didn't mesh. It was basically an ordinary french dip. The fries were okay, but the jalapeno aioli was great! That made everything better, but not enough to save the sandwich. Not sure if I would come back, but I would definitely try a different sandwich. One that caters more to my taste buds

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    Big Mike’s Sandwich Company

    Big Mike’s Sandwich Company

    4.4
    (46 reviews)
    2.2 mi

    Really good sandwiches!…read more I was visiting Seattle for work and during my break, I decided to go to the Armory for lunch. This was certainly a great choice, the food is excellent! I had their Philly Cheesesteak, which was awesome. Everything is cooked to order, so there is a slight wait after ordering, but it is certainly worth it. There are also seats and tables outside of the spot for you to eat at, it's shared with a few other restaurants. If you really want an exciting time, eat there while a Zumba is going on! Then you can people watch while enjoying your food.

    I am a bit torn on Big Mike's. While they serve up a great sandwich, I don't know that it's a…read moremust-visit. Located in the Seattle Center Armory, along with many other food vendors, Big Mike's Sandwich Company is serving up huge cheesesteaks, chopped cheese, and other East Coast-style subs. For $25, I picked up the cheesesteak and fries combo. Not a terrible price for the portion. Waited about 10-15 minutes for the sandwich to come out. You order on a tablet here, and then they call your name. It's a small storefront, so you really have to stay nearby to hear your name being called in the large space that is the Armory. Not much interaction with staff. Plenty of seating throughout the Armory, though shared with other restaurants. The food came out piping hot. Obviously, they cook everything fresh to order because the inside of the fries was like lava. The fries were thick-cut and seasoned to perfection. The sandwich was good. I thought some pieces of the steak were a bit tough, and the roll seemed a bit over-steamed or possibly stale. A good sandwich and decent portion, nonetheless. I'm still going 5 stars here. I think Big Mike's is a great choice if you want a hearty, meat-filled sandwich and you happen to be in the area. However, I think you could be happy with another dining option in the Armory, too. My kids loved the MOD Pizza nearby. While there isn't anything wildly unique going on at Big Mike's, they are still pushing out great sandwiches at reasonable prices with a no-frills ordering process.

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    Salumi

    Salumi

    4.4
    (1.6k reviews)
    0.7 mi
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    I am glad my brother found this spot for lunch within walking distance of our stay. It is so cute…read moreand quant. The place is simple and clean. I ordered the caprese sandwich and my brother got the porchetta sandwich. The bread is crispy but soft on the inside. I saw the guy cutting up the tomato as we sat to wait for our sandwiches. You order at the kiosk and then sit to eat. The ingredients are super fresh and worth waiting for the sandwich.

    Salumi is a solid sandwich shop in the heart of downtown and a convenient stop if you're exploring…read morethe nearby stadiums and attractions. We ordered the Meatball Sub and Eggplant Sub with marinara sauce. Both sandwiches were flavorful and satisfying. The meatball sub was hearty and comforting, while the eggplant sub had a rich marinara sauce that worked well with the sandwich. We were especially disappointed that the Cubano was sold out, as it was one of the main reasons we stopped by. The only drawback was the price--at around $20 per sandwich, it felt a bit expensive for what you get, especially considering it was just a 6-inch sub, even though the quality was good. We visited during a FIFA World Cup match, so the line was quite long, but it moved steadily and efficiently. No complaints there. The atmosphere is casual and straightforward, with indoor seating only. Its downtown location near the stadiums makes it a convenient spot for a quick meal before or after an event. Overall, a good sandwich shop with quality food, though the pricing keeps it from being a must-visit. I'd still come back to finally try that Cubano.

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    Dingfelder's Delicatessen

    Dingfelder's Delicatessen

    4.2
    (513 reviews)
    1.1 mi
    $$

    Revisited Dingfelder's and sampled a bunch more items off their menu. They just hit it out of the…read morepark so consistently and I love bringing friends to blow their socks off. Bonus: this spot is kosher! Potato Latkes (5/5): These latkes are thick boys and fried up so they're piping hot when they hit the table. Because of their size, you really get the contrast of the hard crunch on the outside with super fluffy potato inside. So good we immediately turned around and ordered more. Chocolate Babka (2/5): This was truly the only miss I've had here. Unfortunately, the babka just really dries out after it's been sliced, which is a shame because it's just gorgeous with generous swirls of chocolate inside. Reuben (5/5): I really thought their pastrami couldn't be beat, but the brisket is dare I say better? Just as tender and feels a bit less fatty, so it's a little more crushable. Tip: go for the seeded rye over the marbled rye; something about the marbled rye just falls apart a bit more with the juices of the meat, though it's still delicious! Black & White Cookies (4/5): I expected this to be cloyingly sweet, but this was actually scrumptious with some fresh lemon flavor in the cookie itself. Absolutely massive as well.

    Hey you! Have you ever eaten one of those giant pastrami sandwiches at Katz' Deli in Manhattan and…read morethought, "This is amazing!" Do you happen to live in Washington and miss said pastrami sando? My friend, I have good news for you. Dingfelder's pastrami is a dead ringer for that sandwich: huge slices of melt-in-your-mouth pastrami, regular and half sour pickles, and all the other accoutrements you'd expect from a legit Jewish deli. This place doesn't screw around. If you want a great, hearty, flavor-packed sandwich, this is one of the best places to throw your money. But, as others have pointed out, it's no cheap date: expect to pay over $20 for one of those mighty pastrami sandwiches. This isn't Subway so you're not saving money by eating here, but after one bite of their pastrami you'll understand why you're paying so much. Quality isn't cheap. I'd say this place is tied with Tat's Deli for the best sandwiches in Seattle.

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