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Okay, so the THIRD time I went to Banh, I finally tried what I should've gotten my previous visits - their BANH MIS. Friend and I split the pulled beef brisket and BBQ pork, so we could try the different flavors. First off, their bread is absolutely OUT OF THIS WORLD. Unlike the typical flaky bread I'm used to with banh mis, their baguette is toasted to the most heavenly crisp on the outside and spongy chewiness on the inside. They do not mess with their bread, and that alone elevated this sandwich to a whole new level. Love the pickled vegetables inside, tangy against the smokiness and richness of the meats - my personal favorite was the BBQ pork as I just prefer that over pulled beef texture-wise, and I like the sweet-and-saltiness of it, although I think there could be less marinade as the hoisin flavor could be overpowering. But all that to say, this is their magnum opus of a menu and I won't be missing out anymore...especially eyeing that Banh Mi Bo La Lot...
This place is pretty good for NYC Vietnamese food!! Skip the pho, get the noodle dishes! We did walk in and only waited 20 minutes. The inside was cute and cozy - a true mom and pop shop. When we left, the whole family showed up and was eating together which was super cute. For the food, I would say skip the pho - it was okay. But the bun thit nuong was pretty good!! The fish sauce was a little on the sweeter side but with the egg rolls, the noodles, and the grilled pork, it was so fresh and delicious. It's one of my favorite Viet dishes and it didn't disappoint. The viet iced coffee was also pretty good for New York! I want to come back to try their banh mí!
I've been on the hunt for the best banh mi in New York City and honestly been underwhelmed, but Banh is the top contender at the moment. I ordered the pork sandwich and the pork was very smoky. I think the texture paired really well with the crispiness of the banh mi. It was also a pretty generous portion overall - very flavorful great price highly recommend.
I came here with a friend as a walk-in! We came early and luckily seated almost immediately! We've been to the sister restaurant Banh Anh Em and the wait for that place is crazy (but of course very well worth it!). Chill and helpful staff! Cool ambience. We went for the classic pho, bun rieu, and a classic banh mi. Everything was very tasty! Would recommend checking it out!
I really have nothing to add to the discussion that hasn't already been said. Beef brisket banh mi is the best I've ever had!!!!!! Weirdly, I felt the one at bahn anh em was half as good, but hey, maybe they were having an off day. I guess I'll never know cause I'll remain loyal to this establishment 4 lyfe. Also would swing by just for the egg coffee.
First Impressions: it's small and cozy. It's cold outside so they set up chairs in a little protected plastic awning away from the cold so that was nice. Indoors is very clean and well set up. Wish it was bigger but still found it charming The Noms: Cha gio (egg rolls): very crunchy and flavorful. I really enjoyed this dish especially wrapped in lettuce and dipped in fish sauce and their table side satay sauce. Perfectly spicy, I immediately wished I had more food to dip in it. Must try with whatever you can! House Pho Bo (beef): I'm most disappointed in this dish. The broth was very bland and I had to put a ton of hoisin and satay in it to give it flavor. Also, no sriracha... but could be because this is served northern style. Also, one tiny slice of lime was not enough. The noodles was generous and perfectly cooked. Could have been more beef for the rice noodle ratio. Bun Cha: my favorite dish of the night. I'd been craving it and it was really good. Reminded me of the street food bun cha I had in Hanoi last year. In Conclusion: food was very good. I'm looking forward to trying other dishes on the menu. Skip the pho next time, but Will def come back for the bun cha and cha gio.
Bánh is a great Vietnamese spot in Manhattan Valley and definitely worth checking out. The restaurant is casual yet cozy, and there is almost always a wait on weekends when it opens. You have to go in person to join the waitlist, and the staff will not seat you unless your full party is there. It is always fun going on the weekend because they have specialty menu items. The food is consistently tasty and served very quickly. A few highlights include: - Banh Chung | Crispy Rice Cake: A solid starter to share among two to four people. The texture is chewy with a light crispiness on the outside. There is also a vegetarian option. - Vegetarian Curry: A savory yellow curry made with a coconut milk base. Really appreciate the variety of seasonal vegetables included. - Bun Ca Hai Phong | Fried Fish and Tomato Noodle Soup: Highly recommend getting this during the weekend! A nice alternative to the typical meat-based dishes. The tilapia is lightly fried, so the tomato broth does not become overly heavy, and the dill helps cut through any extra oil to balance out the flavors. - The beef noodle soups are also very good, but are more classic options. The rice platters are great to share since the portions are generously sized. The staff are always friendly and helpful throughout the meal. Service is very fast, especially considering the restaurant has always been full.
Pho Dac Biet. Great broth and generous portions of quality meat. 5/5 Pulled beef brisket banh mi 4.5/5 Hot sauce condiment. I ate the whole thing: 5/5
Everything at Banh is AMAZING. Highly recommend grabbing an egg cream iced coffee for brunch and definitely get a Banh mi (bbq pork is our fave). Flavors are well balanced, service is attentive, and food comes out relatively fast. Their house hot sauce is soooo tasty we even bought a little container to take home.
Once we came here for egg coffee, they were out Then we returned-- the front was packed and they didn't say anything about how to get out on the waitlist, etc, until AFTER I returned 25m later and asked about it. Friend finally got the egg coffee to go, and look:
Hands down the best Vietnamese restaurant i've been to in the city. My friend and I waited for around 45 mins for lunch on a Saturday and it was so worth it. We got the Banh Cuon ($14.95) and O.G. Banh Mi ($13.95) and both were absolutely amazing. Both dishes were incredibly flavorful and the portions are so generous for the price. You honestly can't go wrong with anything on the menu and I will definitely be back to try more items. It's a small establishment so be prepared to wait or do take out. You won't be disappointed though!
Came here with a friend during the coldest wether cause I was craving some warm broth. We got the egg cream coffees which were absolutely incredible. I got the house beef pho which was so good, including the broth. The people were nice. There was a wait on a Sunday afternoon but we just had a beer next door while we waited. The staff was nice, the place was so bright and cozy. Loved it and will be back soon!
Came here after finding out it's the origin of Banh Anh Em, which is one of my favorite Vietnamese spots in the city. The hype certainly stilll lives here, as we waited about an hour before being seated. Luckily, we didn't have to wait in line the whole time and wandered the neighborhood. When we were seated, service was quick and attentive. The staff are friendly at answering questions, and the smells are fantastic. We got the pho, bun bo hue, and the Banh cuon. The banh cuon was excellent, great flavor and texture. The pho is different from BAE, with the noodles here being the classic thin pho noodles. The broth is also much lighter, almost like a southern style. The bun Bo hue was ok. Tbh, it was a bit light in flavor, and there was really just a little spice in it that carried it. Otherwise, I wouldn't get it again. Overall, the spot is good, but the flavors just weren't quite there for me. I've heard great things about the banh mis here, but given the soup I had, I wouldn't come to this spot and would rather just visit the union square location. Wish I could give 3.5 stars.
3 days ago
Banh is a very Cute Tiny Vietnamese restaurant. Extremely busy, wait is about 15 plus minutes. Staff is very pleasant. Menu is a QR Code to view. Wait staff takes your order. Food arrives quickly. If you're in the area. Come Try. Worth the wait. read more
Everyone was recommending Banh so I finally went. That pesto tofu banh mi was everything I wanted in a banh mi + more. So delicious, so filling. Service was fast, pricing reasonable, restaurant was packed but we didn't have to wait super long to get our food. Very satisfied and will be back. read more
4 days ago
Okay, so the THIRD time I went to Banh, I finally tried what I should've gotten my previous visits - their BANH MIS. Friend and I split the pulled beef brisket and BBQ pork, so we could try the different flavors. First off, their bread is absolutely OUT OF THIS WORLD. Unlike the typical flaky bread I'm used to with banh mis, their baguette is toasted to the most heavenly crisp on the outside and spongy chewiness on the inside. They do not mess with their bread, and that alone elevated this sandwich to a whole new level. Love the pickled vegetables inside, tangy against the smokiness and richness of the meats - my personal favorite was the BBQ pork as I just prefer that over pulled beef texture-wise, and I like the sweet-and-saltiness of it, although I think there could be less marinade as the hoisin flavor could be overpowering. But all that to say, this is their magnum opus of a menu and I won't be missing out anymore...especially eyeing that Banh Mi Bo La Lot... read more
6 days ago
This place is pretty good for NYC Vietnamese food!! Skip the pho, get the noodle dishes! We did walk in and only waited 20 minutes. The inside was cute and cozy - a true mom and pop shop. When we left, the whole family showed up and was eating together which was super cute. For the food, I would say skip the pho - it was okay. But the bun thit nuong was pretty good!! The fish sauce was a little on the sweeter side but with the egg rolls, the noodles, and the grilled pork, it was so fresh and delicious. It's one of my favorite Viet dishes and it didn't disappoint. The viet iced coffee was also pretty good for New York! I want to come back to try their banh mí! read more
I've been on the hunt for the best banh mi in New York City and honestly been underwhelmed, but Banh is the top contender at the moment. I ordered the pork sandwich and the pork was very smoky. I think the texture paired really well with the crispiness of the banh mi. It was also a pretty generous portion overall - very flavorful great price highly recommend. read more
I came here with a friend as a walk-in! We came early and luckily seated almost immediately! We've been to the sister restaurant Banh Anh Em and the wait for that place is crazy (but of course very well worth it!). Chill and helpful staff! Cool ambience. We went for the classic pho, bun rieu, and a classic banh mi. Everything was very tasty! Would recommend checking it out! read more
26 days ago
I really have nothing to add to the discussion that hasn't already been said. Beef brisket banh mi is the best I've ever had!!!!!! Weirdly, I felt the one at bahn anh em was half as good, but hey, maybe they were having an off day. I guess I'll never know cause I'll remain loyal to this establishment 4 lyfe. Also would swing by just for the egg coffee. read more
9 months ago
First Impressions: it's small and cozy. It's cold outside so they set up chairs in a little protected plastic awning away from the cold so that was nice. Indoors is very clean and well set up. Wish it was bigger but still found it charming The Noms: Cha gio (egg rolls): very crunchy and flavorful. I really enjoyed this dish especially wrapped in lettuce and dipped in fish sauce and their table side satay sauce. Perfectly spicy, I immediately wished I had more food to dip in it. Must try with whatever you can! House Pho Bo (beef): I'm most disappointed in this dish. The broth was very bland and I had to put a ton of hoisin and satay in it to give it flavor. Also, no sriracha... but could be because this is served northern style. Also, one tiny slice of lime was not enough. The noodles was generous and perfectly cooked. Could have been more beef for the rice noodle ratio. Bun Cha: my favorite dish of the night. I'd been craving it and it was really good. Reminded me of the street food bun cha I had in Hanoi last year. In Conclusion: food was very good. I'm looking forward to trying other dishes on the menu. Skip the pho next time, but Will def come back for the bun cha and cha gio. read more
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4 months ago
Bánh is a great Vietnamese spot in Manhattan Valley and definitely worth checking out. The restaurant is casual yet cozy, and there is almost always a wait on weekends when it opens. You have to go in person to join the waitlist, and the staff will not seat you unless your full party is there. It is always fun going on the weekend because they have specialty menu items. The food is consistently tasty and served very quickly. A few highlights include: - Banh Chung | Crispy Rice Cake: A solid starter to share among two to four people. The texture is chewy with a light crispiness on the outside. There is also a vegetarian option. - Vegetarian Curry: A savory yellow curry made with a coconut milk base. Really appreciate the variety of seasonal vegetables included. - Bun Ca Hai Phong | Fried Fish and Tomato Noodle Soup: Highly recommend getting this during the weekend! A nice alternative to the typical meat-based dishes. The tilapia is lightly fried, so the tomato broth does not become overly heavy, and the dill helps cut through any extra oil to balance out the flavors. - The beef noodle soups are also very good, but are more classic options. The rice platters are great to share since the portions are generously sized. The staff are always friendly and helpful throughout the meal. Service is very fast, especially considering the restaurant has always been full. read more
11 months ago
Everything at Banh is AMAZING. Highly recommend grabbing an egg cream iced coffee for brunch and definitely get a Banh mi (bbq pork is our fave). Flavors are well balanced, service is attentive, and food comes out relatively fast. Their house hot sauce is soooo tasty we even bought a little container to take home. read more
11 months ago
Once we came here for egg coffee, they were out Then we returned-- the front was packed and they didn't say anything about how to get out on the waitlist, etc, until AFTER I returned 25m later and asked about it. Friend finally got the egg coffee to go, and look: read more
Hands down the best Vietnamese restaurant i've been to in the city. My friend and I waited for around 45 mins for lunch on a Saturday and it was so worth it. We got the Banh Cuon ($14.95) and O.G. Banh Mi ($13.95) and both were absolutely amazing. Both dishes were incredibly flavorful and the portions are so generous for the price. You honestly can't go wrong with anything on the menu and I will definitely be back to try more items. It's a small establishment so be prepared to wait or do take out. You won't be disappointed though! read more
Came here with a friend during the coldest wether cause I was craving some warm broth. We got the egg cream coffees which were absolutely incredible. I got the house beef pho which was so good, including the broth. The people were nice. There was a wait on a Sunday afternoon but we just had a beer next door while we waited. The staff was nice, the place was so bright and cozy. Loved it and will be back soon! read more
Came here after finding out it's the origin of Banh Anh Em, which is one of my favorite Vietnamese spots in the city. The hype certainly stilll lives here, as we waited about an hour before being seated. Luckily, we didn't have to wait in line the whole time and wandered the neighborhood. When we were seated, service was quick and attentive. The staff are friendly at answering questions, and the smells are fantastic. We got the pho, bun bo hue, and the Banh cuon. The banh cuon was excellent, great flavor and texture. The pho is different from BAE, with the noodles here being the classic thin pho noodles. The broth is also much lighter, almost like a southern style. The bun Bo hue was ok. Tbh, it was a bit light in flavor, and there was really just a little spice in it that carried it. Otherwise, I wouldn't get it again. Overall, the spot is good, but the flavors just weren't quite there for me. I've heard great things about the banh mis here, but given the soup I had, I wouldn't come to this spot and would rather just visit the union square location. Wish I could give 3.5 stars. read more
WOW amazing viet food. Super flavorful especially with the peak chili sauce and hoisin. Textures were also great!! I will say the food is kind of oily and heavy but yummmm Notes: pork in bbq pork banh mi slightly dry?? Wish I could have more cilantro maybe. Chicken, og, pork for banh mis but would wanna try dipping in pho read more
1 year ago
Not much to update. Banh is still amazing; even after a trip to Hanoi and other areas of North Vietnam, I still think it's the best North Vietnamese food I've ever had. It's always worth a wait in line, which you'll need to do if you wanna eat here, since you'll need to sign up in person for the waitlist. We tried the Take/crispy rice, fried tofu, and pork floss banh mi this time, and while none of them disappointed, I personally will continue to order their basic house beef pho, with their BBH as a close second. (Also, to the group who asked for a Thai iced tea here ... they're Vietnamese, not Thai. We Asians ain't all the same; I don't go around asking for a cheeseburger at Olive Garden, lol.) read more
THIS PLACE IS SO GOOD!! Some of the best Vietnamese food I've had in NYC. My friend and I came for dinner on a Wednesday and waited about 20 mins for a table. I got the pink snow lychee strawberry lime slushee (perfect), then we shared the house beef pho and gà chiên (chili garlic fried chicken) banh mi. The pho was absolutely phenomenal and the bahn mi was stunning. My friend liked her iced jasmine cold brew as well. Prices are really good for the quality. read more
I'm always skeptical of dining destinations on the UWS and UES given both neighborhoods tend to serve as magnets of mediocrity. But Banh is an exception, offering one of the most enthralling Vietnamese menus in the city. The Saigon white coffee with a deep layer of condensed milk was of course a tempting way to start the meal. We then shared the vegetarian tofu banh mi, a vegetarian version of the crispy tofu, and the fried sticky rice. The tofu used in the banh mi had an excellent texture, with a creamy soft interior. The fried sticky rice was a bit mild in terms of seasoning and fairly dense, but paired well with the spicy ớt sa tế available on the table. (While I did not try any meat items, my non-vegetarian friend asked to note that the BBQ pork banh mi was one of the best sandwiches he's had in NY). read more
9 months ago
Amazing food! Super quick service as well. The staff were friendly and welcoming. Very busy, but still a reasonable wait time. I highly recommend this place for food. read more
1 year ago
I've heard good things about Banh so I was looking forward to giving it a try (once I finally had some time to make the trek up to this part of the UWS haha). We got there around 6pm on a weekday, and there were still plenty of seats for our party of two -- it definitely filled up quickly though, and there was a queue by the time we left. To start, we ordered the Xoi Xeo to share. I liked the aromatic flavour of the sticky rice, and it paired nicely with the pork floss and fried shallots. But, I think it got too heavy quickly (the sticky rice weighs it down a lot), and I honestly started feeling a bit full before our main dishes had even arrived (!) We also tried the Pho Dac Biet (the "classic" pho option) which was a great option. The broth was so rich without being heavy/oily, and the sliced beef was yummy. The Com Tam (special combination broken rice) was my favourite dish. The pork chop was so tender and flavourful, and I really liked the complex flavour of the slice of meatloaf, which had different veggies and noodles as filling. I also got the milo iced milk chocolate drinks, which was lovely -- hard to find places in the US that sell milo drinks so I have to order it whenever I have the chance. Overall a very solid meal at a fairly reasonable price. Portion sizes were definitely big across the board, and we had a considerable amount leftovers for another meal at home. If not for the somewhat out-of-the-way location, I'd come here more often :) read more
Small spot in UWS. Not so far up such that it's super sketchy. Arrived Saturday in a rainy day but the place is full and vibrant. Friendly staff (Andrew) helped my family get on the waitlist. Seated in 15-20 min. Not a long wait. The menu is pretty innovative and had many nonstandard dishes. Our first time had to try all the staples and they were very good. The pho dac biet was legit. They added a little bit of finely diced ginger which added a different flavor to the broth. The only knit is the texture of the noodles was a tad soft and therefore breaks too easily. The pho ga was super flavorful and may be the best one I've had in NYC. Summer and spring rolls were fresh and crispy. Will come back again to try other dishes! read more
The pulled pork banh mi was kind of greasy and didn't feel as authentic. The bun bo hue noodles were falling apart, and the broth was a bit too oily. The crispy spring rolls were good. I really liked the interior design and the thought they put into each dish! The staff were also very kind. read more
Great spot in the upper west sise with amazing Vietnamese food - arguably the best in the city. There's a huge selection of options that's not just pho. The sticky rice with pork floss was amazing. I never find this at restaurants. The egg cream coffee was really Tasty! The wait isn't too bad either. read more
Amazing! This is probably one of the best Vietnamese restaurants I've had in the city. The choices of authentic Vietnamese food items deserves 5 stars. We arrived a little before it opened at noon for lunch and there was already a wait outside. We scanned the QR code for the menu and wanted to order everything. I loved the egg cream iced coffee. We opted for the beef brisket bahn mi. So tasty. My least fave item was the crispy rice burgers. Too heavy in my opinion and a little bland. Everything else was spot on. read more
11 months ago
So I'm pretty picky with Viet food (grew up in OC's Little Saigon), but I was pleasantly surprised with this place. I got the fried chicken banh mi which was delicious and a different style than what I'm used to. The banh cuon was also good. My friends ordered the pho so I got to try that too. Pho lacked flavor.. otherwise it's a decent place. read more
Best Vietnamese food I've had in NYC! It is worth the trip uptown! The pho was phenomenal. The broth is super flavorful on its own. The top round steak was very tender. The crispy pork spring rolls were solid, and the bbq pork banh mi was very rich, almost too rich for me. The egg crème coffee was also pretty good! I preferred the iced version to the hot. I can't wait to come back here again! For three people we ordered 2 bowls of pho, one spring roll order and one banh mi and it was more than enough food. read more
I've been searching high and low for a good bowl of pho in NYC and I think I finally found it here! My credentials: I'm Vietnamese and grew up in Houston, TX so I've had quite a bit of good Vietnamese food. We walked in around 6:30 on a weekday and waited around 15 minutes for a table for 2. It was pretty busy with lots of people going in and out which was a good sign. I got the house beef pho. The broth was aromatic and flavorful, and so perfect for the cold weather. Definitely the best pho I've tried in NYC. They really load you up on the noodles! But there was a good amount of beef--I find that some restaurants skimp on the meat and I didn't think this place does that. We also got the banh chung to share, which was delicious. It had a nice crispy exterior and soft interior and went really well with the sauce it came with. It was pretty heavy so I'd pass on this if you want a lighter appetizer. Service was attentive and my water glass was never empty. The food came out very quickly. Interestingly, it was freezing inside the restaurant but other than that, I had a good experience here. I'll definitely come back next time I want good pho and to try the banh mi. Highly recommend this place if you want good pho! read more
1 year ago
I've been meaning to try this place for ages and I finally made my way all the way uptown. We came a few minutes after opening for dinner and the place was already packed. We ordered the beef brisket banh mi and the com tam broken rice platter. The banh mi was loaded with soft and tender beef, pickled mustard greens, cucumber and pickled daikon and carrot. The meat was so delicious and flavorful but I did wish the bread was more of the traditional Vietnamese baguette or at least a bit toasted. The platter was really big with sliced up pork chop, veggies, and a nice fried egg on top of the rice. The pork chop was tender and marinated really well and I enjoyed the fish a lot. The whole platter was definitely enough to share among two. An amazing place for Vietnamese food and I will definitely be back for to try the pho! read more
Whoaaaa! This is a great spot. It was crowded on a Friday at 2:30pm. I heard people drove to eat there and a few I talked to while waiting said it's really good and you can't go wrong with any of the dishes. This was true. I was 2/2. The specials looked amazing. I tried the mango salad with fish jerky and the tofu Banh mi. I can't wait to go back and take all my friends and family here. Service and ambiance is great. (Area is a little sketch so don't wander too far from the restaurant) read more
Probably the best Vietnamese food that I've had since migrating from California. Super busy during lunch and you can expect to wait. It's was comforting to hear the staff talk in Vietnamese, so it reminded me of home. They have some more modern looking dishes on the menu but I like to stick with the classic dishes. I got pho and it was really in line with my sometimes unrealistic expectations with Vietnamese food. My fiancée's pho ended up having a strand of steel wool, but the staff made things right and comped us for the incident. I want to (and will) come back here! read more
2 years ago
Really cool restaurant. Their menu had lots of fun twists on classic Vietnamese offerings as well as traditional interpretations. The egg cream coffee was great and woke me up as I waited for my food. The Banh tieu was the first time I've had it and definitely was my favorite thing I tried with rich flavors and unique textures. The BBQ pork Banh mi was well made with simple and straightforward flavors. I think the bread stole the show in this dish but I regret not ordering the classic OG or fried chicken. Staff was nice and updated me frequently on my order status and if I wanted to sit at the bar while waiting. read more
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942 Amsterdam Ave
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They don't take reservations
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