Banh Mi Square

Pretty clean restaurant in this Asian strip mall…read more I think even if you're not a Vietnamese cousins aficionado you'll be comfortable here. Some servers speak pretty good English. The pho dishes are all pretty good. I usually get the steak pho. Prices are reasonable. And service is good - responsive.

My first time dining in this iconic stretch of Washington (shameful) and I'll be coming back to Nam…read morePhuong again and again. Food, vibes, service, prices - all impeccable. I went with foodie friends and we all enjoyed everything we ordered. I grabbed #182, a crispy noodle dish with chicken, squid, shrimp, and more. It was so delicious and truly so much food. I also got to try the crepe with tofu which was excellent. Fish sauce, tea, and waters were brought out to get us started, and food came out incredibly fast. I love that this spot is diner vibes and very family friendly. You're really not going to go wrong with anything on the menu. I am not a huge pho fan but am obsessed with vermicelli dishes, so I look forward to coming back and trying more of those ASAP. Thanks for the great meal, Nam Phuong!

2.2 mi•Avenue of the Arts South, Washington Square West

Oh yeah, they got an interesting mural inside

Vietnamese crepe

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Corey’s Crafty Vietnamese Cuisine

4.8(138 reviews)

Small spot dishing out Vietnamese food. Corey, the owner,…read moreis a sweet guy. I get why there are many raving reviews. In retrospect going with the pho is probably the way to go but it was a hot summer night and pho wasn't in the cards. I tried a bun beef dish which came with spring rolls. The rice vermicelli noodles were cooked well but lacked flavor, even with the beef. The beef lacked the grill/bbq flavor I come to expect of this dish. The spring rolls were some of the best I've had. I do wish the dish had more flavor or accoutrements but I enjoyed my dinner and it all tasted fresh. Service was friendly and quick.

Ate dinner here on May 25 with my husband and a friend. Friendly staff who greeted us and answered…read morequestions. Steamed dumplings were delicious. I had the crispy chicken, husband had Long Island duck, friend had the Amish chicken with cashews. Dishes were good portions and nicely seasoned. Broccoli was cooked perfectly. Pleasant atmosphere. Clean and bright. They are a byob and no extra charge. This was a nice surprise

Singing over JACK &&JIM

Limoncello Mascarpone Cake - AMAZING

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Front of the building

Pho Xe Lua Viet Thai Restaurant

4.0(780 reviews)

2.9 mi•Chinatown

Food is amazing,service is great ambiance is fine you go to a spot like this for the food..service…read moredoesn't really matter, as long as you get what you ordered. It's authentic Viet Thai.

Delicious, great service, cute mural walls! We came in around 9 pm tonight, we were starving. There…read morewere a lot of people inside, but we were seated and able to order right away. The food was tasty and hot. I ordered fried tofu with vegetables and my friend got pad thai. Everything was fabulous and so flavorful. There's plenty of vegetarian options. The air conditioning was wonderful on this humid night.

3.0 mi•Rittenhouse Square, Penn Center

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Pho/ Beef noodle soup menu

Banh Restaurant

4.3(59 reviews)

I picked up an order of the steak pho and it was very good. I also got the shrimp fried spring…read morerolls and they were great. I would recommended it. The pho broth is very delicious.

Unfortunately, had a very poor experience here. We arrived at the restaurant on a Sunday night, and…read morethere were only two other parties seated. The yelp reviews seemed fine, so we went ahead and sat down and ordered relatively quickly. Somehow, it took over 40 minutes to receive our food. I know they were out of pork, which they weren't about, but they didn't warn us about the wait time. I have never had to wait so long for pho. We overheard another table, asked to cancel one of their orders and saw someone leave. I wish they had warned us because we would not have stayed or ordered if we knew that things were going to take so long. My banh xeo also barely had any meat in it, maybe two pieces of shrimp and that was it. You can see in the picture how hollow it looks. Unfortunately, it was definitely not worth $20.

1.8 mi•Bella Vista, Passyunk Square

Beautiful dining space

Steamed Rice Rolls | Bánh Cuốn

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Pho 75

4.4(728 reviews)

No frills, amazing food. This place is always packed and for good reason…read more Grab some pho and a Vietnamese iced coffee. Truly hits every time--this is the first time I've remembered to take a photo before digging in!! Remember to bring cash!!

A no frills place. Cash only. They serve great pho. Johnny on the spot. Sit. Order. Eat and pay…read more But it's consistently really good. Not really a date night. But definitely is a nice comfort food option.

Inside

1.Phở - Tái, Nạm, Gầu, Gân, Sách

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Cafe Diem

4.4(340 reviews)

1.6 mi•Bella Vista

Very good bun Bo hue! Cash only establishment. Service is quick! Restaurant is quite small…read more Municipal parking next to the restaurant.

My partner and I absolutely love Cafe Diem!!! It's our go-to spot for breakfast, lunch, and dinner…read more We might be a little biased, but the food is always served to perfection. The space is small, but the service is quick, so you can easily get in and out within an hour. We always leave happy and satisfied. Our go to order is a small & large order of the Bun Bo Hue. Large order of Banh cuon. And drink.

Indoor Seating

Bun Bo Hue (small)

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Little Saigon Cafe

4.0(46 reviews)

3.0 mi•Chinatown

Service - The owners seem lovely. Very kind and welcoming…read more Pho - Eh. I ordered the vegetarian pho which was $15.99. I asked if it came with tofu and was told it did not. I asked to add tofu. Given that the vegetarian tofu was more expensive than any of the phos with meat, I expected vegetables to be somewhat robust...this was not the case. In addition to a fairly bland soup that lacked depth, the only vegetables the soup came with were bok choy and broccoli. The added tofu was fried and quite good but the portion was quite small...certainly not enough to justify an additional $3.00 cost. My soup also came in a different bowl and appeared to be a smaller potion than my friend's. She ordered the beef tofu and also complained of a bland broth; she said the brisket was well cooked. Sauces - The sauces at the table (Hoisin and Siracha) seemed to be water down, which is bad enough. But they also seemed a bit rancid and had a strange after taste. Lovely owners. Nice ambiance. While Philly is pressed for late night eats, I likely won't be back.

Have only gotten pho here, but the soup and noodles are more to my liking than other places I've…read moretried in philly. Love that the soup comes out scalding and stays hot while I'm eating Can be busy on the weekends, but happened to be quiet on a Friday and the owner was very friendly to us :)

2.5 mi•Avenue of the Arts South, Washington Square West

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Storefront

Miss Saigon

4.1(202 reviews)

Paul here- Amazing…read moreplace. I recommend ordering a bunch of apps and entrees to share. Best viet food I've consumed in my lifetime. Service was great. Whoever was on aux did a fabulous job. Ambiance was top tier. Not a paid review. - Paul revere out

Came to Miss Saigon with a friend for happy hour and was very pleased with the experience! We were…read moreseated immediately, and service was quick since there weren't too many people in the restaurant. One thing to note is that if you want to order from the happy hour menu, you do have to sit at the bar. The happy hour bites were priced pretty fairly compared to other happy hour spots in the area. We tried several different dishes, including the banh mi, skewers, and bao buns. Everything was pretty good and tasted authentic--the flavors reminded me of street food I've had in Vietnam. The interior was also decorated really nicely, with some cool chandeliers and unique decor that gave the restaurant a nice atmosphere. Overall, I really enjoyed the food, atmosphere, and value of the happy hour. I'd definitely come back!

Mirror mirror on the walls.

Cup Of Pho Beef Pork Chop Over Rice

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Little Ninh Binh & Iced Vietnamese Coffee

Vietnam Restaurant

3.8(485 reviews)

3.0 mi•Chinatown

After some confusion between Vietnam Restaurant and Vietnam Cafe we finally landed here. It's easy…read moreto miss as the exterior sign is up high up. The interior is dark with wood paneling, seems serene. The wait staff is a bit less than friendly but attentive. The Pad Thai was good but they add chili flakes, so it was a bit spicy. If you don't want spice, you have to ask. Personally, I prefer the chili flakes on the table so I can adjust it myself. One order fed two people (see photos) The spring rolls were good enough.

Vietnam Restaurant is one of the better Vietnamese spots in the area and consistently delivers…read moresolid, clean flavors. The BBQ platter is excellent and easily a meal on its own, with a great mix of grilled meats and variety. The pho stands out for being well balanced and tasting very natural, without that heavy, overly processed broth flavor you sometimes get from places that rely too much on bouillon. The fried spring rolls are a favorite at home, especially for my wife and son. The grilled pork bun is also very good with a solid portion size and well-seasoned pork. Overall, it's a dependable spot with strong execution across the menu and one I keep going back to.

1.7 mi•Bella Vista, Passyunk Square

Exterior

Crispy pork, spring rolls, vermicelli

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Lemongrass, steak, broken rice

Pho Today

4.5(80 reviews)

This is one of the nicer-looking Vietnamese restaurants I've seen, and really good food as well…read more Been here a handful of times with friends, often parking by the closed CVS nearby. I've tried both pho and grilled pork there, and both are really good. The staff are also very friendly and attentive, and water is served in pitchers on the table. I think it's a great spot and would definitely go back again.

Pho Today never disappoints! The restaurant is always clean, comfortable, and welcoming. We came in…read morearound 7 PM, and despite it being a busy dinner time, the staff was still full of energy and provided excellent service. A special shoutout to the girls working this evening, they were friendly, attentive, and made us feel welcome from the moment we walked in. The food came out quickly, was fresh, and tasted delicious. Great food, fast service, positive energy, and a clean atmosphere. We'll definitely be back again!

Entrance

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Outside of building

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Tung V.

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10

109

11 years ago

more than Banh Mi now! i ordered the Bun Bo Hue and it was delicious. even before taking a bite, i knew it was gonna be a great lunch! the aroma of all the herbs and spices made got me all excited! even as i type this review, im salivating and ready to come back for more!!!! read more

Tomoko T.

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27

16

10 years ago

The banh mi is the best here. They serve up some mean taro boba too. I highly recommend the banh mi thit nuong, and for the veg heads I suggest trying their vegetarian options as well! I really enjoyed the tofu banh mi. It's always a good place to stop in for a snack! read more

Long N.

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3

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10 years ago

Best Banh mi in town. Now they provide more choices with a variety of noodle soups: Pho, Bun Bo Hue, Hu Tieu,..Love it!!!

Henry T.

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8 years ago

Solid sandwiches. My go to spot. Fairly prompt and the best in the area in my opinion

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4.8

(10 reviews)

Bún thịt nướng pricing is affordable given huge portion. The noodle is a bit too dry but the meat…read moreis quite good, has a clear smoky flavor.

One of the newer spots in this part of Philly that is family owned. Staff are friendly and the…read morespace inside can seat a fair amount of people. Food is fresh and they have a few dishes that are not commonly seen in other restaurants. Really enjoyed the rice cake egg dish as well as the classics. Just be mindful of the neighborhood cuz it's a bit rough.

Mi 'N Tea

4.6

(196 reviews)

We've been here several times now and usually go for the banh mi and rice bowls. This time we tried…read morethe filet mignon rice bowl, blueberry lemonade, and fries for the first time, and everything was really good. The breading on the banh mi is always a favorite, and the furikake fries had great flavor. My go to is the honey chicken Banh mi which never disappoints. The staff is always friendly, and even though the dining area is small, we've never had an issue finding a table. We really like having a spot like this on Main Street and hope it sticks around for a long time!

To the point - it was ok but not that great…read more Mi n Tea caught my eye with their Gettin' Fancy Banh Mi, so I'll start there. I got the filet mignon medium rare and did not remove any of the standard offerings. First bite was just a carrot overload, they say the carrots are pickled but that acidity just wasn't there so it was just carrot flavor. The filet mignon is fried but didn't have a crunch or much seasoning to it so it relatively tasted like a meat was present. The "House special sauce" had such a minuscule effect on the sandwich until the end middle of the half. The bread was standard Banh Mi baguette style roll but wasn't anything remarkable in regard to crunch, softness and taste. Overall I give the Gettin' Fancy an unfortunate 3/10 "The Classic" held up to it a name, it's very much a classic Banh mi, we initially thought the "belly cuts" were going to be more of a thick pork belly but was deli slice thin. Not a big problem but the sandwich lacked depth, I found myself hav3 similar flavor experiences between the two sandwiches which wasn't great but I think that comes from the overuse of the vegetables which overshadowed the meats for me. I give "The Classic" a ok 4/10 The Bulgogi Bowl was pretty good, I think the heavy hand of veggies work here. I do however wish the beef itself was a bit more seasoned as again it just felt like a cooked beef meat and lacked the flavorful addition it so desperately needed. The Bulgogi Bowl gets an ok 4.5/10 The Furikake Fries were the star but mainly because nothing else shined. The furikake seasoning was just thrown on top of truthful really well fried fries. They had a great crunch and were a bit airy, very small but still satisfying. The season didn't do much, I wish that added maybe a garlic oil and tossed them in the seasoning instead of just sprinkling it on top. It came with spicy ketchup which we actually, it's nothing too crazy, very true to the name. The Furikake Fries get a nice 6.5/10 We got 3 drinks but I forgot to snap a picture, forgive me. We got the Matcha Cloud Latte, Mi n' Tea Milk Tea, and some coffee but didn't try that so I can't judge. The milk tea was terrible, very standard Milk tea with zero personality, and the boba was very plain which barely any sweetness. The only grace I will give is that I did order the sweetness level to 75% so maybe the 100% is better but overall it wasn't creaming in the slightest, and was soooo watery. The Mi n' Tea Milk Tra gets a sad 1/10 I'm not the biggest matcha fan but I thought the Matcha Cloud Latte was pretty good. Same 75% sweetness but it was still pretty good. I'm not too well versed on matcha so I don't have much to say, overall giving the Matcha Cloud Latte a solid 7/10 The service was good, not the biggest space, very standard cafe, but not much seating. I was really looking forward to the Banh mis but they ended up being Bad and Mid.

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The bread and veggies on the char siu bahnmi were great, but the meat itself was all fat (3 star…read moreworthy). It's a fairly good price in our current economy, of $8 though. Service was friendly. Plenty of parking as it's in a shopping center. There is a charge for using credit card.

Inside the shopping plaza at 3rd and Oregon is Cafe Hai Van, specializing in food from Central…read moreVietnam. Mi Quang is a signature dish- a turmeric forward, wide noodle soup with an array of toppings: pork, shrimp, peanut scallions, and a shrimp chip. And on the specials board, I may have found my favorite bun cha in the city; the meat patties and flat spring roll are on another level. Staff was super nice to me and my kid too.

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friendly local staff very affordable food menu…read moreauthentic food casual environment, the walls are well decorated

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Food quality is below par. The pho and rice vermicelli are not good…read more Not recommended.

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