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I've been coming to this restaurant since it first opened, and it's been a hit in the area ever since! Their food is consistently top-notch and made with high-quality ingredients. You really can't go wrong, and I always enjoy trying something different from the menu. The space is on the smaller side and can get busy in the evenings, but the wait usually isn't too long. I highly recommend this spot if you're craving pho or authentic Vietnamese food. Definitely worth checking out!
Three stars purely for the food, 1 star for the atmosphere, -2 stars for the service. An Nam in Assembly Square serves up very traditional Vietnamese fare, but the "elevated" fine-dining spin they try to put on the experience feels overbearing, overpriced, and completely misses the mark. Vietnamese cuisine is traditionally rooted in affordability, sharing an abundance of food, and enjoying good laughs with great company. By trying to force the concept into a high-end parallel, it just ends up feeling mediocre and hollow. The value simply isn't there--a single appetizer, one main entree, and three refreshments came out to a whopping $105. To make matters worse, the service was incredibly judgmental. Because our party of three only ordered that amount, the staff pretty much ignored us for the rest of the night after taking the order. The awkwardness started the absolute second we sat down. Before we could even settle into our chairs or get handed a menu, the waiter demanded to know what we wanted to drink. When we asked to see a menu first, he looked completely confused as to why we'd need one. After another staff member finally took our order, we sat there waiting for what felt like an eternity. When the food eventually arrived, they gave us sharing plates and chopsticks. We asked for a spoon to properly eat the claypot rice, and the waiter gave us another judging look. As Asians, we obviously know how to use chopsticks, but you objectively need a spoon to scoop the claypot SAUCE out of the pot! While the food itself is decent, the cramped atmosphere, poor hospitality, and inflated price tag mean I won't be rushing back. I might grab take out for the dumpling platter and cat fish rice pot but definitely not sitting in again.
Came here on a saturday evening for dinner. We didn't have a reservation so we had to wait roughly 20-25 minutes. Service was friendly and helpful, we got everything we needed and within a reasonable time. For appetizers we ordered the banh khot which were tasty and crispy, the shrimp tasted fresh. For entrees the table shared the signature fine vermicelli platter. The menu stated that the proteins are the chef's choice and the server mentioned that portions were enough for 3-4 people. The meat included in the platter were all deliciously flavored and cooked nicely. It came with fresh lettuce and herbs to pair with the meat. Our table also ordered a clay pot catfish which was caramelized in a tasty sauce that paired perfectly with the plain white rice. Overall, this is a good place for a meal with family or friends. The seating is comfortable and the restaurant interior is clean and nicely decorated.
Service is lacking and very dismissive. As if communicating to some passive aggressive personnel. For instance, they made a mistake, when informed them, they didn't acknowledge or anything... The personnel, simply came back with a mini cup of one piece of meat ball (see photo) -- implying, here's what they forgot to add. Wow. A business with this type of careless attitudes generally doesn't last long. And An Nam would be no exception to that general pattern.
Was in the area shopping for winter wears and saw this place. Restaurant is very nice looking inside. That caught our attention so we decided to stop in for dinner. The staffs were very friendly. We ordered the followings: - Pho Bowl (Portion was good. Broth very tasty, meat was good) - Bánh Khọt (We loved this appetizer. Crunchy, the shrimp was fresh. This goes well with the dipping sauce) - Grilled Chicken Rice Plate (Chicken was soft and flavorful) - Grilled Beef Fine Vermicelli (Beef was tasty and tender. Goes perfectly with the Fine Vermicelli) We had a great dining experience. Food was good, ambience was nice. Glad we stopped by. Recommend it if you are in the area.
Food was good. Service was not. I waited over an hour for my dish. My partner finished his whole meal before mine showed up, and the table next to us ordered around the same time and finished too. When I asked the server if my order even went through, she walked away without saying anything. My food came out 10 minutes later. At that point I asked if she could pack it to go since my partner was already done eating. No apology, no response, she just walked off again. Then they brought the check. I said I wanted to see my food packed before I paid, and they told me there was only one person in the entire restaurant who could pack food. I offered to do it myself since I'd already been sitting there an hour and 15 minutes. The guy who helped at the end did apologize, which I appreciated. Our actual server never came back to the table. Would've been fine with the wait if anyone had just said "sorry, it's coming." or let me know that there's a wait with the food beforehand.
Wanted to love this place, and it was nice, the service was GREAT... I just wasnt overwhelmed with the foods... Also, I went over a week ago and the tip (on my card) still hasnt charged me and the name that my bank charged against wasnt the name of the location - sketchy to me, but Im all over it! The rolls were bland, I need mint, Basil, Something... It was just meh! The pho was great, my gf stated the portion was small, The wok beef, OMFG it was GOOD, the veggies and flavor was what saved this place. Everything else was just ok. The Vermicelli bowl was good but the noodles were too cooked and super mushy!!! The vibe is cute, and the prices werent bad, just wasnt wow'd!
Really like the ambiance of this place. The interior is very inviting and clean. Staff was attentive. The food is really good and really fresh. The grilled beef was awesome. It may be my favorite dish here. You can't go wrong if you want to eat some food that doesn't sit heavy, especially on a hot day. The flavors are wonderful. The drinks are very refreshing as well. I will return to this place.
It's pretty good what can I say. $19 for the meal, nice cozy ambience plenty of seatings. Parking is tough. Was quickly served. Came with a group of 5 and had no trouble being seated on a Friday evening. I enjoyed the sheet of vermicelli noodles and thought the portion was a good size.
Lunch was fantastic. Everyone in our party enjoyed their lunch entree. While some got pho or grilled shrimp, I got the clay pot salmon. The salmon was delectably cooked, very tender. The sauce in the dish was very umami flavored and went well with the side of steamed broken rice. Even though I finished 70% of my meal, I wanted the leftovers because it was too good to go to waste! The ambarella juice was a great accompaniment. It has a sweet, sour, tangy taste. I have never tasted the raw fruit but the juice got me curious. Ambiance was bright and airy and service was attentive and quick. In fact, it came as a surprise when the staff offered to box my leftovers as I was asking them for a to-go container. They did forget to include my rice but when I went back to ask, they quickly found it. Overall, I'll say even though I only tried one dish here it was so good that I'd like to be back to eat just that again!
Delicious find at Assembly Row! A welcome addition to the fairly culinarily narrow Assembly, and a good one at that. The interior is spacious, high ceilings and fashionable decor. The food is tasty (especially the vermicelli bowls and pho, the broth is so delicious and fresh), and price? Honestly totally fair for the location and quality of food. Waiters were attentive, I think my husband and I have found our go to Vietnamese restaurant in the Somerville area!
My new favorite Vietnamese restaurant! A Nam is a must try and adds diversity and touch of flavor to the Assembly Row area. They serve authentic Vietnamese cuisine and is in a great location. There is plenty of parking in the garage or lot close by and central to several shops. The restaurant is extremely clean and has a modern, fresh, bright and airy vibe to it. Perfect spot for a bite to eat with friends or a date night. Service is always quick and friendly. I got the Beef Pho and it came out hot and fresh. You get a side of bean sprouts and lime along with condiments on the side to spice up the soup. I also got the egg-rolls and it was crispy and tasty. The sugar cane juice is my go to drink. I'll definitely be back!
Cute Vietnamese place in Assembly Square, definitely more polished and modern than what I'm used to. That's reflected in the prices and menu too. My usual pho dac biet was not on the menu, nor was bun bo hue; instead it seemed like they only included dishes that would be more widely "palatable" to the general public. The cheapest pho bowl was also 18 or 19 bucks which is pretty steep. We got spring rolls, chicken skewers, and pho -- specifically I got pho tai. Spring rolls and the skewers were great, no complaints. They were presented very prettily and tasted fresh and flavorful. The beef in my pho was excellent, super tender and fresh. I got the fresh rice noodles which were a 1 dollar surcharge, and they were nice but perhaps toooo soft? I think I would have preferred regular noodles, but that's not the fault of An Nam. The pho broth itself was a little off for me. There was a distinct strong savory aroma that overpowered the flavors of the spices which made me think they added a ton of MSG. Now I am actually a fan of MSG but it was too much in this case. I didn't feel the need to add any hoisin sauce or Sriracha though, so that's a plus. Overall it wasn't a bad experience and I think An Nam would scratch the pho itch if you lived nearby, but I would still prefer the pho places in Dorchester. I would say the pho was 3.5/5, apps were 5/5, so overall I'd give it a 4 ish.
An Nam is one of the cleanest, most modern looking Vietnamese restaurant I have ever visited, to date. Most of the Vietnamese restaurants in the Boston/Greater Boston area are typically older. But now the question is, is the food actually worth the higher price tag? I would say yes! Service is on the slow side but food was surprisingly quite all right. These are the dishes we ordered today: - cha gio/fried egg rolls - Banh khot/ crispy shrimp cakes - limeade (x2) - pho tai bo vien / pho with eye round steak + meatballs - grilled beef rice plate - an order of nem nuong on the side Thoughts: Food took a minute to arrive to our table. I'd say it was roughly 20ish minutes. It seemed like their cha gio/fried eggrolls were freshly made to order? They were not greasy and stale like they normally are when ordered at a restaurant (premade). I really liked the egg rolls from here, though it had more wood sear mushroom + vermicelli noodles in it rather than meat for filling. It came with lots of veggies, which I appreciate! Banh khot/crispy shrimp cakes were fire! This dish isn't readily available at most other restaurants so we definitely had to get them to try. They used whole shrimp and I thought that the portion size was great. Normally they are much smaller & use smaller shrimp (at least the ones I've tried at other spots). Great flavor & tasted delish. ***We ended up asking for some fish sauce with peppers, we felt like the nuoc mam they gave us was missing something. Fish sauce w/ peppers was much better! Highly recommend asking for this. *** Limeade: For me, it tasted like lemonade. Sweeter than usual. Not the best. The pho tai bo vien was not bad. The broth is on the lighter side. I was expecting the eye round steak to be the thin, round cut of beef but they actually gave thicker cuts of beef. I enjoyed it & dipped with a mixture of hoisin + sriracha. The grilled beef rice plate was great. Our server suggested to get the beef over the pork rice plate, which we were skeptical at first. From our experience, we avoid ordering grilled beef because it is always made too dry so pork is often the better option. The grilled beef was not dry here & we gave it a thumbs up. Overall, we enjoyed our meal at An Nam. The restaurant is super clean, aesthetically pleasing interior, and fresh + delicious food. Can't ask for more honestly. Would like to see the service improve & it'd be nice if the food could be made a bit quicker but we were pleased with the quality overall... so can't complain haha. read more
An Nam surprised me today. Staff are very accommodating and nice. Now it is slightly higher than your typical viet spots but not overly so. Clean space, well lit, and a nice aesthetic. Good for business lunch, family dinners etc. Their presentations are clean, good color with the veggies. pricing was a bit higher than expected but presentation, thicker cuts of beef, bigger sized crispy shrimp made it feel worth it. It's nice to see Vietnamese cuisine get lifted like the other Asian spots. Keep improving and offering us value. We ordered the following: + com thit nuong bo Rice plate with grilled beef. It was actually very filling, good thicker cuts of beef. Yes grilled medium to well done but not super dry like a lot of other places. At the other spots i typically get marinated pork instead of the beef. Good portion of protein, tender for the style of beef and the cook. Comes with rice and veg. I asked for nuoc mam (fish sauce with chili) The Nuoc Mam that comes standard caters for the demographic probably. I like mine with chili's and garlic etc. + Pho Tao Bo Vien. pho noodle soup with round eye beef and beef meatballs. Broth was a bit light in depth probably just needed more time to steep the flavor. Actual cuts of beef that wasn't just a super thin cuts from most others. Good portion which compensated for the price. + crispy shrimp cake Banh Khot i enjoyed this because they use a larger mold for it, giving bigger cakes with FULL size shrimp on each one and not baby shrimp like the ones you find typically. Nice light crisp, flavor was good, dunk em in the fish sauce and YUM. + cha gio eggrolls - enjoyable i personally prefer a more pork ratio to the woods ear vermicelli/veg mix. However still a good egg roll, crispy outside, tasted freshly made, not sitting in a pan all day and heated up making them soggy or extra oily. Not my favorite though. + Thit nem nuong Viet pork sausage, not over grilled, moist and just a nice addition on the side. + 2x limeades. This is typically my goto drink at any Viet establishment since I was a kid. This one I had was a bit more on the sweeter side with a more tart after-note from the lime. Not bad though. Pleasant surprise before our paint & sip event! read more
I've been coming to this restaurant since it first opened, and it's been a hit in the area ever since! Their food is consistently top-notch and made with high-quality ingredients. You really can't go wrong, and I always enjoy trying something different from the menu. The space is on the smaller side and can get busy in the evenings, but the wait usually isn't too long. I highly recommend this spot if you're craving pho or authentic Vietnamese food. Definitely worth checking out! read more
2 months ago
5 months ago
Three stars purely for the food, 1 star for the atmosphere, -2 stars for the service. An Nam in Assembly Square serves up very traditional Vietnamese fare, but the "elevated" fine-dining spin they try to put on the experience feels overbearing, overpriced, and completely misses the mark. Vietnamese cuisine is traditionally rooted in affordability, sharing an abundance of food, and enjoying good laughs with great company. By trying to force the concept into a high-end parallel, it just ends up feeling mediocre and hollow. The value simply isn't there--a single appetizer, one main entree, and three refreshments came out to a whopping $105. To make matters worse, the service was incredibly judgmental. Because our party of three only ordered that amount, the staff pretty much ignored us for the rest of the night after taking the order. The awkwardness started the absolute second we sat down. Before we could even settle into our chairs or get handed a menu, the waiter demanded to know what we wanted to drink. When we asked to see a menu first, he looked completely confused as to why we'd need one. After another staff member finally took our order, we sat there waiting for what felt like an eternity. When the food eventually arrived, they gave us sharing plates and chopsticks. We asked for a spoon to properly eat the claypot rice, and the waiter gave us another judging look. As Asians, we obviously know how to use chopsticks, but you objectively need a spoon to scoop the claypot SAUCE out of the pot! While the food itself is decent, the cramped atmosphere, poor hospitality, and inflated price tag mean I won't be rushing back. I might grab take out for the dumpling platter and cat fish rice pot but definitely not sitting in again. read more
7 months ago
Came here on a saturday evening for dinner. We didn't have a reservation so we had to wait roughly 20-25 minutes. Service was friendly and helpful, we got everything we needed and within a reasonable time. For appetizers we ordered the banh khot which were tasty and crispy, the shrimp tasted fresh. For entrees the table shared the signature fine vermicelli platter. The menu stated that the proteins are the chef's choice and the server mentioned that portions were enough for 3-4 people. The meat included in the platter were all deliciously flavored and cooked nicely. It came with fresh lettuce and herbs to pair with the meat. Our table also ordered a clay pot catfish which was caramelized in a tasty sauce that paired perfectly with the plain white rice. Overall, this is a good place for a meal with family or friends. The seating is comfortable and the restaurant interior is clean and nicely decorated. read more
Service is lacking and very dismissive. As if communicating to some passive aggressive personnel. For instance, they made a mistake, when informed them, they didn't acknowledge or anything... The personnel, simply came back with a mini cup of one piece of meat ball (see photo) -- implying, here's what they forgot to add. Wow. A business with this type of careless attitudes generally doesn't last long. And An Nam would be no exception to that general pattern. read more
1 month ago
Was in the area shopping for winter wears and saw this place. Restaurant is very nice looking inside. That caught our attention so we decided to stop in for dinner. The staffs were very friendly. We ordered the followings: - Pho Bowl (Portion was good. Broth very tasty, meat was good) - Bánh Khọt (We loved this appetizer. Crunchy, the shrimp was fresh. This goes well with the dipping sauce) - Grilled Chicken Rice Plate (Chicken was soft and flavorful) - Grilled Beef Fine Vermicelli (Beef was tasty and tender. Goes perfectly with the Fine Vermicelli) We had a great dining experience. Food was good, ambience was nice. Glad we stopped by. Recommend it if you are in the area. read more
2 months ago
Food was good. Service was not. I waited over an hour for my dish. My partner finished his whole meal before mine showed up, and the table next to us ordered around the same time and finished too. When I asked the server if my order even went through, she walked away without saying anything. My food came out 10 minutes later. At that point I asked if she could pack it to go since my partner was already done eating. No apology, no response, she just walked off again. Then they brought the check. I said I wanted to see my food packed before I paid, and they told me there was only one person in the entire restaurant who could pack food. I offered to do it myself since I'd already been sitting there an hour and 15 minutes. The guy who helped at the end did apologize, which I appreciated. Our actual server never came back to the table. Would've been fine with the wait if anyone had just said "sorry, it's coming." or let me know that there's a wait with the food beforehand. read more
Wanted to love this place, and it was nice, the service was GREAT... I just wasnt overwhelmed with the foods... Also, I went over a week ago and the tip (on my card) still hasnt charged me and the name that my bank charged against wasnt the name of the location - sketchy to me, but Im all over it! The rolls were bland, I need mint, Basil, Something... It was just meh! The pho was great, my gf stated the portion was small, The wok beef, OMFG it was GOOD, the veggies and flavor was what saved this place. Everything else was just ok. The Vermicelli bowl was good but the noodles were too cooked and super mushy!!! The vibe is cute, and the prices werent bad, just wasnt wow'd! read more
Really like the ambiance of this place. The interior is very inviting and clean. Staff was attentive. The food is really good and really fresh. The grilled beef was awesome. It may be my favorite dish here. You can't go wrong if you want to eat some food that doesn't sit heavy, especially on a hot day. The flavors are wonderful. The drinks are very refreshing as well. I will return to this place. read more
10 months ago
It's pretty good what can I say. $19 for the meal, nice cozy ambience plenty of seatings. Parking is tough. Was quickly served. Came with a group of 5 and had no trouble being seated on a Friday evening. I enjoyed the sheet of vermicelli noodles and thought the portion was a good size. read more
Lunch was fantastic. Everyone in our party enjoyed their lunch entree. While some got pho or grilled shrimp, I got the clay pot salmon. The salmon was delectably cooked, very tender. The sauce in the dish was very umami flavored and went well with the side of steamed broken rice. Even though I finished 70% of my meal, I wanted the leftovers because it was too good to go to waste! The ambarella juice was a great accompaniment. It has a sweet, sour, tangy taste. I have never tasted the raw fruit but the juice got me curious. Ambiance was bright and airy and service was attentive and quick. In fact, it came as a surprise when the staff offered to box my leftovers as I was asking them for a to-go container. They did forget to include my rice but when I went back to ask, they quickly found it. Overall, I'll say even though I only tried one dish here it was so good that I'd like to be back to eat just that again! read more
1 year ago
Delicious find at Assembly Row! A welcome addition to the fairly culinarily narrow Assembly, and a good one at that. The interior is spacious, high ceilings and fashionable decor. The food is tasty (especially the vermicelli bowls and pho, the broth is so delicious and fresh), and price? Honestly totally fair for the location and quality of food. Waiters were attentive, I think my husband and I have found our go to Vietnamese restaurant in the Somerville area! read more
3 months ago
My new favorite Vietnamese restaurant! A Nam is a must try and adds diversity and touch of flavor to the Assembly Row area. They serve authentic Vietnamese cuisine and is in a great location. There is plenty of parking in the garage or lot close by and central to several shops. The restaurant is extremely clean and has a modern, fresh, bright and airy vibe to it. Perfect spot for a bite to eat with friends or a date night. Service is always quick and friendly. I got the Beef Pho and it came out hot and fresh. You get a side of bean sprouts and lime along with condiments on the side to spice up the soup. I also got the egg-rolls and it was crispy and tasty. The sugar cane juice is my go to drink. I'll definitely be back! read more
1 month ago
1 year ago
Cute Vietnamese place in Assembly Square, definitely more polished and modern than what I'm used to. That's reflected in the prices and menu too. My usual pho dac biet was not on the menu, nor was bun bo hue; instead it seemed like they only included dishes that would be more widely "palatable" to the general public. The cheapest pho bowl was also 18 or 19 bucks which is pretty steep. We got spring rolls, chicken skewers, and pho -- specifically I got pho tai. Spring rolls and the skewers were great, no complaints. They were presented very prettily and tasted fresh and flavorful. The beef in my pho was excellent, super tender and fresh. I got the fresh rice noodles which were a 1 dollar surcharge, and they were nice but perhaps toooo soft? I think I would have preferred regular noodles, but that's not the fault of An Nam. The pho broth itself was a little off for me. There was a distinct strong savory aroma that overpowered the flavors of the spices which made me think they added a ton of MSG. Now I am actually a fan of MSG but it was too much in this case. I didn't feel the need to add any hoisin sauce or Sriracha though, so that's a plus. Overall it wasn't a bad experience and I think An Nam would scratch the pho itch if you lived nearby, but I would still prefer the pho places in Dorchester. I would say the pho was 3.5/5, apps were 5/5, so overall I'd give it a 4 ish. read more
Second time here and it was just as delicious! They have a moderate amount of seating and we were seated immediately, which was perfect for a quick lunch. The service was a little slower but the staff were very friendly and thoughtful. We ordered a variety of dishes, but I think I enjoyed their skewer platter the most! This platter consisted of various meats soaked in a yummy marinade and grilled to perfection. The meat was chewy, sweet, and super tasty. I also enjoyed their pho, perfectly portioned for one. I wish there were a couple more topping in this pho, but it was still a nice and easy meal that I really liked. I will happily come back again if I'm in the area! read more
8 months ago
Món ăn rất ngon.. Gd hana rất thích ... thanks Yummy so much .. không gian đẹp đồ ăn chất lượng!! read more
1 year ago
A little on the more expensive side for Vietnamese food, but on par with what you would expect for Assembly Square. I tried to clay pot catfish with came with a bowl of rice to accompany it and it was great - only slightly annoying because of the fish bones. Portion was filling enough for me. Restaurant itself is bright and open and clean. read more
2 years ago
I was looking forward to trying this restaurant nearby my hotel for a weekend visit to Boston. The service was really great and my waitress continually checked up on me. However the ac seemed to be broken so it was a little warm inside. The good thing was it was a breezy night so having the door open helped. Food wise I ordered the fresh spring rolls with chicken to start. These were big and tasty and I was pretty much already full by the time my main dish came out. I ordered the beef vermicelli bowl for my main. The beef was delicious and well seasoned. Unfortunately my noodles seemed mushy/soggy so I wasn't a big fan on this dish as a whole. Also I didn't order it but it's $8 for a Thai iced tea! That's crazy high imo. read more
If you are in the Assembly Row area, and craving for some authentic Vietnamese food with relaxing atmosphere, this place is for you We came here for lunch, and as soon as walking in, I love the simplicity/ modern interior design of this place. The ceiling remind me of the bamboo furnitures that are popular in Viet Nam. The food were up to expectations, even tho the portion for Beef Stew noodle is small, they did splurge on the amount of beef. The waiter here is super nice and professional. They always fill up my water and ask how my parties are doing. I will be back for the drink in the future! read more
2 years ago
Beef Noodle: 10/10 Beef Stew: 9/10 Pork Vermicelli: 7/10 Crispy Egg Rolls: 7/10 This restaurant is located in Assembly Row so you have plenty of free 3 hr parking options! The interior is so clean and cute. I was skeptical when I first looked at the menu because the price of their dishes were a bit more expensive than other Vietnamese restaurants that I frequent, however the soups blew me away! My first visit I ordered the beef noodle that comes with egg noodles. The broth is so flavorful and rich, and the beef shank falls right off the bone. Loved every bit of this soup and even took home leftovers. My second visit I ordered the beef stew and was equally surprised by how flavorful and rich the soup base is. I also had this soup with egg noodles, which I usually prefer over vermicelli because it doesn't get soggy as quickly. There's plenty of meat in the soup and I also took home leftovers The crispy egg rolls were yummy too but in general I'm not a huge fan of egg rolls. There's a good amount of meat in the rolls. My friend for the pork vermicelli bowl. One comment she had was that the noodles were still warm. Not sure if that's how it should be, but at other restaurants, the noodles usually are not warm. The noodle texture was also softer than expected. However the flavors of the pork really stand out and overall this dish was also pretty good! I will be back to try their pho soups! read more
This restaurant was on my radar for a while and I was glad to finally try it! I stopped by on a weekend evening with no reservations but the host was very helpful and I was still able to get a table for 2 pretty quickly (~15 min wait). I wanted to try a bunch of things on their menu, which had way more options than what I could find online at the time. They also had a specials menu. Banh khot ($15): I'm not the best judge of this dish because it was actually my first time having it, but I did enjoy how fresh it tasted with all the veggies and nuoc cham. The shrimp were plump and did not dry out while the batter was very crispy! Mi kho ($21): all the toppings they added to the noodles were so flavorful and tasty. I liked how the crispiness of the pork belly and fried shallots contrasted with the soft noodles. The sauce was a mild soy-based sauce. I wasn't the biggest fan of how the noodles tasted. I think they could have been boiled with a little more salt because they didn't really absorb the seasoning of the sauce. Otherwise it was a solid dish. Ca bong lau ($20): you really can't go wrong with clay pot catfish! I was glad to try so many dishes from the menu but a small part of me wishes I ordered more of their clay pots. The fish was tender, moist, and lightly sweet. One could eat so much rice with this! Lastly, I tried the ambarella juice ($8). It had a flavor I've never had before (kind of reminded me of green mango, but earthier). It was a nice non-alcoholic option but I thought the price was quite steep. Overall this was a great spot!. The food was tasty and presented gorgeously. read more
Overall not a bad dining experience Food: - fried shrimp cakes: favorite of the night! Bottoms were nice and crispy, you could lightly taste the tumeric flavor, the sauce added good flavor, happy we tried it - tofu rice plate: was a sweet flavor with thin slices of tofu, not bad - salmon rice plate: was nicely crisped and also a sweet flavor, also not bad - pho: noodles, beef, meatballs were all cooked to a great level, however the flavor of the broth was not my favorite - generally good textures and decent portion size but was hoping for more in aspect of flavors Service: They were very busy and did their best to be quick about serving. Some dishes did come out a bit slower though. But they were polite and proactive about updates! Ambiance: Nice clean and modern ambiance inside with good level of noise! Very well lit and tables were spacious. read more
Came here on a Monday evening and the place had a decent amount of people for a weeknight, however there were plenty of seats open. We were seated quickly and were serviced quickly upon walking in which was nice. The interior was very modern - felt very nice and clean. The menu had a good selection of dishes and plenty of variety, I would say though that everything was pretty pricy. Being in Assembly though, I suppose it makes sense. The food itself came out within a reasonable amount of time and the portions were okay. Again, pricy and probably not worth the uncharge, but things were tasty nonetheless and I was satisfied at the end. The mussels were good and the noodles were good, just thought it would be more filling. Overall, An Nam was a good experience, I just would probably go somewhere more affordable if craving Vietnamese food next time and it'd likely be better for my wallet while tasting just as good. read more
The food here is very good, deceptively simple. Very fresh, exceptional marinades on the meat and perfect rice & noodles. Quite authentic as well and pretty plating. Where I'll ding points is the service. It took around 15 minutes for our drinks to come out - and we were the only customers for that. The first was made rather quickly - and I just watched the ice melt in it while it waited on the counter. That said, the drinks were well-balanced and tasty. Our waiter was also inattentive and messed up our order. Though, when the wrong order came out - it looked great and we were happy to keep it. Maybe it was an off day. I'd be happy to go back to A Nam again. Especially when the weather gets a little cooler - I'll be looking to check out the soups. read more
2 years ago
I had a great time at this restaurant! Parking is also super convenient since the garages have free parking for 3 hours. We came in on Saturday event and fortunately there was no wait for 4 people. The service was quick and the restaurant interior is very clean and bright. I ordered the seafood noodle soup, and was pleasantly surprised. The soup was warm and well seasoned. I asked for no cilantro but still found a few flecks here and there and could definitely taste it, so be wary if you're a fellow cilantro hater. The shrimp was slightly overcooked, but the squid and fish cakes were great! I chose the rice noodles and thought it went really well with the soup. Someone else in my party got the pho and thought the portion size was a little small. Overall, the food is a little pricey but tastes great! Probably wouldn't recommend the pho but everything else is good. Will probably be back! read more
Pleasantly surprised! The reviews were mixed for this place so I wasn't sure what to expect. I came here on a Sunday afternoon for lunch at noon and there were plenty of tables available but did seem to fill up. We ordered the salad with chicken, the grilled chicken vermicelli bowl and Vietnamese coffee. Great presentation for the food. Salad was decent, likely won't get it again. The shallots overpowered the dish, but the fish sauce dressing was good. The grilled chicken vermicelli had well marinated chicken. The viet coffee is steep at $8 but it was good, not overly sweet but still on the sweeter side. Our friends ordered the pho and they liked it. Definitely smaller portion sizes for the price but given the location it's kind of expected. I'm glad there's this option in assembly row! Will likely come back if im shopping in the area. Waitstaff was very nice. Our friends had a toddler with them and asked for an extra bowl and they brought scissors to cut the noodles which was a nice thought. Our waiter was attentive until it got busier in the afternoon. We had to wave down staff for the check. read more
Maybe my expectations were too high but I found the food at An Nam a bit underwhelming. We had the spring rolls as an appetizer and there wasn't as much shrimp in them compared to what I'm used to. I ordered the catfish clay pot and my husband got a noodle dish. Both were somewhat smaller portions than what I'd expect for the price. Service was friendly but I'll probably skip this place next time I'm looking for Vietnamese food. read more
11 months ago
This place definitely got an upgrade from when I first visited. They added more plates to the menu and let me tell you it didn't disappoint! Shout out to Koi, our server, who recommended very delicious plates! The ambiance is defined as vintage meets modern aesthetic. read more
The ambiance is pretty nice here. It got a clean and pretty decor. Service is standard and the wait staff tries. Food wise, some of the food is mediocre and other food is good. Drink program is awesome here. The restaurant attempts to get Vietnamese food to the masses for an upscale price. It succeed in getting it to the masses but it's also just mediocre Vietnamese food for upscale prices. read more
1 year ago
We (2 people) came here thinking we would have a nice quick sit down lunch after doing some shopping in the area. We expected to be there for 45 minutes max. (We are very fast eaters). An hour and a half later we were finally paying the bill. The service is sub par. They forgot to give us water when we sat down, and when we asked for them when we placed our order they took note and left. 15 minutes later I flagged down a waiter to ask for water again. 10 more minutes later they finally brought out 2 glasses of water, one in a chipped glass. The food is also mediocre. We ordered the shrimp spring rolls as an app and 2 claypots, pok belly and the catfish. The spring rolls took 45 minutes to come to the table. They were just lettuce with a little vermicelli and rubbery shrimp. Usually I like to see some daikon, carrots, basil, ANYTHING. And so, they were beyond bland and had to be drowned in sauce to be enjoyable. The claypots were edible, and somewhat enjoyable. The pork belly still retained a bit of its natural stinky flavor and the catfish was not cleaned well. The sauce was very salty. The catfish also was slightly burnt to the pot. We aren't food wasters and so ate it anyway, but for the price I would expect better quality food. Glad we came to try, and we'll have to see much improvement before we decide to return. read more
Excellent vietnamese food with a lovely warm modern ambiance and attentive service. The food here is a bit on the pricier side but I have no complaints given its location, the quality of the food, and the overall dining experience. Their menu is on the smaller side but there's still a really good variety of vietnamese staples at the same time including a number of appetizers (e.g summer rolls, skewers, salads, tapioca rice cakes) pho, a few speciality noodle soups, grilled meat rice plates, vermicelli bowls, stir frys, and a few caramelized clay pots. I was able to try their beef pho, conch salad, and their signature An Nam Platter (includes a sample selection of appetizers and grilled meats), and everything was delicious! TIP: The restaurant is located right across from the Ashley Furniture store at Assembly Row. We parked right outside of Ashley's (free 3 hour lot parking) and walked right over to the restaurant (easy 1 minute walk). Looking forward to come back soon! read more
I heard this new Vietnamese restaurant just opened at Assembly Row and I wanted to pay a visit. I actually saw pictures that my friends came here during the grand opening week and I had to try. The food caught my eyes with beautiful and traditional presentation. The platter used a bamboo plate that I am pretty sure made and transported from Vietnam. They used banana leaves to put the food on top. From my understanding of Vietnamese cuisine, the banana leaves help keep the heat and the moist of the food as well as adding flavors. In Vietnam, it was often used back then as a cheap and "homy" food packaging method, but it is SO hard to find in the states, especially colder zone like New England. It shows the restaurant is very thoughtful about the little details. My friend doesn't eat pork so our An Nam Fine Vermicelli Platter was altered a bit based on our needs. I love the noodle so much! It was just perfect!! There were variety of different protein options for this platter such as grilled shrimp, beef and chicken. We also ordered BANH KHOT which is a plate with 6 little Vietnamese pancakes with a shrimp on top. Again, this is a time consuming dish to make at home and I loved it too much that I failed to take a picture prior to finishing it! Highly recommend. You cannot find this particular dish at MOST Vietnamese restaurants in Massachusetts. The banana ice cream looks like was made from a traditional recipe with condensed milk, coconut and peanuts - the whip cream & chocolate part in top is not traditional, but it gave a presentation to the dish. About the service, the staff were very tentative and welcoming. I waited for my friend for a while and they stopped by several times to ensure I was ok and whether I needed water or anything prior to my friend came. We ended up staying for a long time to catch up and it didn't bother them at all. They were very friendly! Overall, I love the atmosphere, food, and service here! I will definitely come back! read more
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310 Foley St
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