I got the scoop on 98 Center when I called the from desk of our hotel (Hampton Moab) from home before I left on vacation. I asked what were the best restaurants in Moab so I could make my reservations well in advance.... She assured me that 98 Center is, far and away, a favorite of the hotel guests and especially of locals.... and now a favorite of ours! Well, they don't take reservations, but.... The atmosphere is casual, the staff is fun and enthusiastic, the food is inventive and delicious, and the drinks are lively! Prices are reasonably, too! We were keen to try the Philly CheeseSteak Sandwich (as recommended by Sabaku Sushi's star-server, Kristen), and it was truly wonderful! The owner, a Philly area native, has the traditional Philly bread-rolls flown in, for the true Philly experience! Bravo! And, hey, if you've never experienced a Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich cuz' you don't eat red meat.... they have it else-wise, chicken! and, uh, ... tofu (hmmmmm.... I dunno). We also had the Pork Belly, crispy and rich and not-so-filling. Along with that I had the Bone Broth side which made me wonder "why I don't have THAT more often?" The French Fries were crispy outside and light on the inside, just great! Eat 'em while they're HOT, I say! We were so impressed that we ordered the Pork Bahn Mi sandwich to go, and stowed it in our hotel fridge.... it made for a perfect breakfast "share" on our way up to The Delicate Arch the next morning. As for drinks, we were well satisfied with a large can of Coconut Water... refreshing with the meal; and I had their Yuzu Limeade.... bright and satisfying, for sure! read more

One thing we really liked about 98 Center is that the staff is so lively, friendly, and helpful that it was fun to be there. 98 Center is like a hip-pub, the foods are inventive, the drinks are festive, and the choices are limited enough not to overwhelm, but still varied enough that you won't run out of choices if you go more than once in you're time in Moab. Our favorite? We loved, loved, loved The Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich (they also make a Chicken version, for the non-red meat crowd). Here, we are told, the Chef ships in the bread for these gems, direct from Philadelphia! This Sandwich is a must for your first visit. Amazing. We had the wonderful French Fried Potatoes, Beef Bone Broth, and the amazing, if less than filling (we were forewarned) Pork Belly. They also have great vegetarian choices, and they are enthusiastic to customize things for the veggie crown (I don't recommend the Vegetarian Pork Belly, though)! ;-) We also got a couple of Chicken Banh Mi Sandwiches to go...GREAT for a hike lunch. We refrigerated it overnight in our hotel room, and packed for the hikento The Delicate Arch the next morning. So wonderful! They don't use a reservation system, so get there early. They do have outside seating, and social distancing inside. read more

Delicious food and absolutely AMAZING staff. I had the vegan Pho and the Bahn mi and had leftover for lunch the next day. They have very interesting, unique, and refreshing cocktails. I would recommend the switchel. Interesting flavors and a mild taste. I'll definitely be back next time I'm in Moab. read more

Oh. My. Gosh! If you are visiting for a couple of days, or just passing through, whatever it may be. You HAVE TO stop here and eat! If you enjoy Asian fusion food and appreciate small quaint businesses who put great quality food in front of you, this place will not disappoint! 100/10 recommend! I wish we had more days in Moab so that I could go back. read more

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The best salad I have ever had. Great service and amazing pork! Apps are pricey for the small amounts but very tasty! read more

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Delicious food and great atmosphere! Cheesesteaks were excellent and spiced kettle popcorn was great! Pho was just ok, we thought. Waitress was lovely and professional. read more

Came here on a trip to Moab and seriously wish they had one in Encinitas. Service was great, they have a few cozy booths for those of us with back issues who had sat on a plane all day, the cocktails my friend's ordered were extraordinary and OMG I've been craving the Bahn Mi salad with chicken since I left. I've made and ordered out a lot of salads in my day and this was hands down the best salad I've ever had in my life. Pumpkin seeds, beets, dried cranberries and OMG the chicken was actually real chicken not that gross grilled stuff they sell precooked but real chicken meat that had been seasoned and cooked to perfection. The nachos were also delicious. I seriously LOVE this place. I've had fantasies about that salad every day since. Go eat here. read more

We eat here every time we're in town, often multiple times. We love the pho and banh mi. read more

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Great ambiance. Great vibe. I had their spin on an Old Fashioned drink. The drink was great! Our server was great. But. The food was slowwwww. We had the Banh Mi Nachos. They were not good. Hardly any pork, and the pork was incredibly salty and overcooked. We also had the beef Pho, which was good. All in all, I'd say it's with a trip, but steer clear from the nachos. read more

I've been to many many Vegan/Healthy restaurants in life and am a home cook. This restaurant without question, is the greatest I've had in the longest time in my life. The Tempeh Banh Mi and the Banh Mi Salad are absolutely delicious; the textures, the flavors, the balance of sweet, sour, and umami, are all harmonious. If you are in Moab, you MUST come here. Sensational. read more

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Just barely off of Main Street in Moab, this place doesn't suffer from the overcrowding of a lot of Moab restaurants and cafes during high season. The Vietnamese iced coffee and pork banh mi were perfect, with a side salad ($2 upgrade from kettle chips), which felt much needed after days of road trip food. Service is friendly without being in your face or disingenuous. It's a place where you're welcome to hang out, or grab a quick bite and take off to the parks. Will be back! read more

98 Center - Moab - Banh mi with pulled pork and a side salad ($2 upgrade) with honey sesame dressing - Asian Fusion Near Me - Moab, Utah

Thank you, Yelp community, for helping us find this fab little place in downtown Moab. Cute, casual place with super friendly servers. Started with some cocktails. B liked his manhattan and I LOVED the gin and tonic. They made with a Utah gin and instead of tonic- used soda water and a local made quinine syrup- it was SOOOO good. Pro tip- you can by the syrup at the Moab Made store right around the corner. Apps up next- the pickled deviled egg topped with kimchee were AWESOME! I want to recreate these at home. Tofu steamed buns ok, but needed a bit of sauce to kick them up. B went with the steak banh mi and enjoyed it. My salad was exactly what I wanted. A HUGE bowl of greens filled with cilantro, mint, avocado, tofu. I added another one of those pickled eggs because they were so good. Definitely recommend this place. read more

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Amazing bahn mi salad! Highly recommend this as a takeaway for a hike! Super easy to eat and quite filling. The nachos was unique and interesting- but not my fave. Their sandwich was amazing as well! read more

Excellent food! Quick takeout! Friendly Staff! Central location in Moab. Pho was fab!

The employees are great and service top notch. Cocktail ingredients are very well thought out and the drinks are expertly prepared. Highly recommended. The Deviled egg appetizer is wonderful with a small amount of kimchi topping. Don't pass over the side salad. They are very fresh and the house-made dressings are outstanding. The pork banh-mi sandwich is extremely flavorful and filled with fresh ingredients. The pho is also fantastic with absolutely flavorful bone broth. Both dishes are worth ordering. This business is most highly recommended. read more

Fantastic ambiance and even better food! Any foodies will appreciate the smell that hits you when walking in. The pork belly plate and deviled eggs are must try apps. The steak Bahn mi and pork pho were also excellent. We will be back here tomorrow for more!! read more

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This place is magic! We ordered the sweet and spicy popcorn and the bahn mi nachos to start, and holy delicious! Our entrees were equally fantastic, and the staff is really wonderful too. Trust me, if it's busy- IT'S WORTH TTE WAIT! Also a major plus, they have several actually good NA beer options. Hurrah! read more

If this restaurant were in SF it would be one of my favorite pho places. After a short day of hiking and taking pictures, we wanted something hot and cozy to warm us up and fill our stomachs. We found the perfect meal at 98 Center. The broth was really flavorful. read more

I'll be honest, I was skeptical about Asian inspired food in a tourist town/far from a coast but this place was phenomenal. Great service to add! read more

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This place was PHOking good! I was visiting from the Bay Area, where we have lots of great pho and this place exceeded expectations. Highly recommend. I had vegan pho - it was so fresh and so good. The tofu in the pho was cooked perfectly Also - THANK YOU 98 Center for being COVID leaders with safety protocols. When I visited Moab, indoor dining was allowed, but 98 Center opted to not open indoor dining. Thank you for being a leader during these times. We need more people/restaurants like you. read more

Food: chicken pho, kids beef pho, bahn mi sandwich with pork. The food is an eclectic take on the traditional. The pork is more a pulled pork in the sandwich. They use fresh local ingredients and it tastes like it. I think if you put aside your Vietnamese expectations, then you will be pleasantly surprised that you enjoyed your experience here. Service: the food took awhile but I think I only felt it was long because usually pho comes out to your table in 2 seconds. But this is not the usual pho place. It felt like a locals labor of love. Ambiance: small, funkily decorated cafe with zen music playing in the background. read more

Best Bahn Mi and cheesesteak I've had in the state of Utah. Deviled eggs and cocktails were also to die for.

Really bummed as we love a good bowl of Pho. After traveling all day, we tried to place a take out order over the phone. We couldn't get through so made the trek downtown and placed a to go order no problem. Waited about 30 minutes total, which for how busy they were, was great! We opted for Beef Pho and Chicken with Beef Broth. Both were disappointing. The broth was lacking in flavor, and they also didn't provided hoisin and sriracha like we requested. The chicken was flavorless and disappointedly dry. My wife ordered the Mien Chay (Noodle Salad) with braised pulled pork. We informed them of a tree nut allergy, but made it clear that peanuts are okay. Salad didn't have any peanuts or the braised pork. While it wasn't terrible, we did pay extra and my wife was left looking for protein after the fact. My son had the grilled cheese and it was fairly good for a cheap kids option. I will say, the Golden-Aid was killer. If it wasn't a to-go order, my wife's salad could have been redeemed by simply asking for a side of the pork to add with some peanuts. Our Pho would likely have benefited from some Hoisin and sriracha as well. But alas, it wasn't - thus only two stars. read more

We loved this restaurant so much we ate here both nights of our recent Moab visit. The dishes are inventive and delicious, the portions substantial. Satisfying for both vegetarians and meat eaters. read more

Seriously, take vegan options off yelp. This place thinks the diet consist of salad and ice water‍ It's better to not advertise it than to pretend you understand it! You lack options and creativity! This place gets 3 stars because of the staff (except you, lady who wears hat with braids!, you get 1 star for breathing, and desperately need a time out!) This is probably the least amount of effort I've seen towards food creativity in an independent restaurant. The owner should check out my prior reviews and leave Moab on a dinning experience vacation. Attached photo is their attempt at nachos they offer, ("were Pho, not Mexican") which is mixed greens, chips and kimchi salsa, we asked to improvise and add avocado to try and get protein after mountain biking all day. The server though it was great idea but when the manager (hat lady) asked how it was and my wife offered simple suggestions if she really cared, she was completely offended that we didn't like it how it was and made that clear......which actually came as no surprise when speaking with people in town who suggested the place as they described who we were speaking to, so maybe there is something to this time out thing for her. On another note my 10 year old just wanted to leave because the smell was making him nauseous and he couldn't eat. read more

98 Center - Moab - Vegan nachos? We had to ask for the avocado and this looks better than it taste. - Asian Fusion Near Me - Moab, Utah

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tldr; fantastic restaurant, highly recommend philly cheesesteak we were so hungry when we came here for dinner after hiking at arches national park. at 98 center, food was served fast, our server was great and we just inhaled our food!! we were also seated immediately at around 7:15pm, which was great because we were so hungry :) we sat inside bc it was a little chilly but they also have outdoor seating! we started off with the pork belly and deviled eggs and although pricey, the pork belly was definitely worth a try! the deviled eggs were incredible too, and their homemade kimchi was so good that i had to get an extra side of it. we then got their beef pho and their special, which was a spicy philly cheesesteak WHICH WERE BOTH SO GOOD and exactly what we were looking to eat after our hike. thinking about their philly cheesesteak makes my mouth water all over again, it was so satisfying, it was so cheesy and creamy with so much meat! i am so glad we got the side of kimchi because we ate it together with the cheesesteak so the cheesesteak wouldn't taste so overpowering. echoing with what others have said, their owner is from philly and literally imports bread from there for their cheesesteaks!! i also loved the beef pho, specifically their soup was so gooood! maybe not as rich as pho ive had in other vietnamese restaurants that are run by vietnamese people but would like to add that even though their restaurant is not necessarily authentic, its still very yummy for sure! DEFINITELY come here if you're in moab!!! especially after a day of hiking !!!! read more

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As others have mentioned, this restaurant makes perhaps one of the best salads I've ever had, the Bahn Mi salad. We came to Moab in August during the pandemic, and this business did a good job following precautions and were doing takeout only at the time. The service was prompt and you really do get a generous portion of salad and a meat that comes with it. The sauces are fantastic and the pulled pork was to die for. Although it's spendy for a salad, so is everything in Moab, so just go for it! You don't regret it. read more

Probably our favorite spot in Moab to grab sandwiches and salads to go - delicious food and drinks at a reasonable price for the quality of food. The food tastes so fresh and light yet filling, and the menu is very vegetarian friendly! Our favorites are the banh mi tofu and portobello sandwiches. The tofu is grilled with a lemongrass glaze while the portobello is marinated, and the edamame pate and vegenaise still gives you a feeling of creaminess so you don't feel like you're missing out on the typical liver pate and mayo texture. We've also had the bahn mi salad and the noodle salad. You can choose your dressing, and I went with the honey sesame which was tangy and sweet. I also highly recommend trying one of their "bevies." The golden-aid is my favorite - sweet, tangy, and spicy; if you're a fan of ginger, try it! My husband preferred the Hi-C which is a combo of hibiscus, orange juice, and pineapple. Definitely a must try place if you're in Moab! read more

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Prior to visiting, I read the menu and knew about the 18% service charge for takeout orders. The kind host informed of the charge before taking my order. I ordered the Banh mi nachos (pork) and waited outside for my order. The host offered me water while I waited. My order was prepared in a timely manner. The nachos were amazing; the pork was seasoned very well! read more

98 Center - Moab - Banh mi nachos (pork) - Asian Fusion Near Me - Moab, Utah

Came here for dinner with the SO and our friends when we were in the area a few months ago. We had to wait a little while before we could get seated, but once we did, service was pretty attentive. This place didn't have the absolute best or most authentic Vietnamese food I've ever had, but relatively speaking, this place hit the spot for us. I had their veggie banh mi as well as a cup of their pho broth. I enjoyed my meal, and the rest of my party were also satisfied with their choices. Not a bad place to get some Vietnamese food at in Moab. read more

This wasn't something I was expecting to find in Moab: an urbane Vietnamese-fusion restaurant that has an up-to-date big-city feel. (Side note: Vietnamese is one of a handful of my favorite cuisines, although I don't get to have a variety of it where we have lived for the last decade.) One reason I didn't expect "Vietnamese" is because Yelp had 98 Center labeled only as "vegan" and "gluten-free." But this was misleading, because the menu features plenty of meat, and the menu consists largely of versions of pho and banh mi sandwiches. (Hence: I added "Vietnamese" as a Yelp label!) The website reflects that the owners themselves are not Vietnamese, but a bowl of beef pho reflected that the chef is pretty well steeped in Vietnamese fare. The kitchen had plainly taken some time with the broth. That said, it was not as robust and complex and balanced as some I've had, and the noodle-to-broth ratio seemed off (too many noodles). The pho did contain beautiful thinly-sliced, nearly raw flank steak (i.e., the way it's supposed to be!), and was accompanied by fresh condiments. Generally, a bit better than I was expecting! But it was also quite small at fifteen (!) dollars. (The wife had a similar thought about her bun chuy--she thought it was a very good version but just too small.) The restaurant is off Moab's main drag, but only by a block, and this seems to make a big difference: This wasn't the usual tourist crowd, but seemingly quite a few locals instead, or at least folks who spend a lot of time in Moab. Very good bar list by Utah standards. Given the rather high pricing, let's call it 3.5 stars, but I'll round up to 4, crediting 98 Center for being a unique dining option in Moab. (If this restaurant were in an urban area with Vietnamese-food competition, though, it'd be a 3.) read more

How fortunate that 98 Center was one of the only restaurants open for dinner in Moab on New Year's Eve -- no better way to cap off the year with a big bowl of steaming pho while it's frigid and snowy out! It's a fairly small place with a large communal table, a bar against the wall, and some two seaters and booths. They've got some trendy vibes going on, with wood panel walls, a lo-fi chill beats playlist in the background, and silverware and napkins provided in a mason jar. Natalie seemed to be the only waitress working that night, but she handled business well, though I did feel rushed as she dropped off my check before I was even halfway done with my pho. Also, there wasn't enough chili sauce and seasonings for the bar where I was sitting, so she just grabbed the ones I had been using and put them in between me and another guy a couple seats down for us to share. Well... then I couldn't reach them anymore, so I ended up moving to sit next to the other guy. Minor service grievances, but understandable when they're getting so much business on NYE. The pho itself was surprisingly good. The broth was hearty with some hints of fish sauce -- unusual in pho, but it worked well. Serving size was reasonable; I eat a lot and I was full afterwards. The steak texture was a bit spongy, maybe overcooked. Still better than I would have expected in Moab. The bowl was around $15, which is pricy but on par with everywhere else I ate while in Moab. read more

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One word, DELICIOUS! Wow, after some healthy options like peach and eklectic cafe unfortunately closed, I was on the hunt some good healthy food. 98 center did not disappoint. I got their tempeh bah mi sandwich and my boyfriend got the chicken bah mi sandwich. Each are soaked in lemon grass, and are bursting with flavor. We also got the Vietnamese coffee, vegan style which has coconut instead of dairy, and that was amazing!! It's also a cold brew, so you definitely get a good dose of caffeine. I would come back just for that stuff alone! I would be happy coming back here every night for the rest of the trip! Side note: at first I thought the name was kind of weird, sounds like the 98 cent store, but then I figured out it's their address! Now you know too. :) read more

Best meal on our road trip! Friendly service! Food was great I really needed a salad and this one was perfect. I had the Bahn Mi Salad. They have a kids menu we got the kids. Beef pho from the kids menu. Note: doesn't actually come with beef you have to add beef +$5 My spouse had the beef cheesesteak sandwich he really enjoyed it. It doesn't come with salad. Our cocktails were spot on! Rhu-Bellion for me rye. And the Old Pho-shioned for him , gin. read more

98 Center - Moab - Rhu-Bellion - Asian Fusion Near Me - Moab, Utah

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I'm still craving the bahn mi salad. It was, hands down, the best salad I've ever had. Such fresh, crisp variety of veggies combined with the tangy, warm honey sesame dressing is just to die for. I could have eaten that for every meal while I was in Moab. Being a non-drinker I really appreciated their variety of mocktails! Finally someone catering to a non-drinking crowd. Often I feel envious of drinks that sound amazing but have alcohol in them -- not here! I tried the Lady in Grey (being an earl grey fan) as well as the rosey roo and both were delicious. I really appreciate the effort in local sourcing (#localfusion) and absolutely LOVE that 98 Center makes a point to list where their ingredients come from and give shout outs to the farms that provide them. If you're in Moab, this is must visit. read more

98 Center - Moab - bahn mi salad - so delicious and fresh! - Asian Fusion Near Me - Moab, Utah

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I know they were busy but it's hard to leave a more positive and understanding review when my order took almost an hour to finish (it was just a sandwich order), while returning to pick up my order I saw someone cut in line who also got their order before mine, and hearing the owner shout "yeah we still need that one" for my order 45 min after I originally ordered. Meaning my order wasn't even started until much after. Not sure what else to say. The lady taking orders was nice and was definitely hustling. Maybe get a bit more organized or say something if my order was forgotten so I could have just gone somewhere else instead of waiting around like an idiot? read more

I just paid $21 for the worst nachos ever. Ate about 30% and threw the rest in the trash. Please work on your recipe or show pictures on your menu so people will know what they're getting into. The vegan cheesesteak is okay but also way over priced. It's a cool looking Cafe. You can do better. read more

Growing up half Vietnamese in the Oklahoma City resettlement community offers a plethora of great Vietnamese food choices. But I've never had a portobello bahn mi (Vietnamese sandwich)... I was surprised it was so good, amazed it worked, and wishing I could have another! Even the bread was surprisingly good considering it wasn't exactly a baguette. My partner had the noodle salad (Bun Thit.. although they call it something entirely different) was also quite good. Again, with the portobello mushrooms it was amazing. We both enjoyed the ginger turmeric limeade. Kudos to 98 Center for something unique and successful. Stay well! read more

I'll just start by saying this place is a must! Everything this was so good. Our server - Meg- was super welcoming and attentive. We got the bahn mi nachos, bahn mi salad and cheese steak. Omg it was so good! Also a peanut butter cookie ! So good!! I want to come back and try the mushroom cheesesteak! read more

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Did not expect to find a vietnamese/fusion place this good in Moab. Deviled eggs are a must try, and I got the steak bahn mi which was really tasty. Not really a traditional place, but good nonetheless. They also have a nice local beer selection on tap read more