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    Banh's Cuisine

    4.2 (164 reviews)
    InexpensiveVietnamese, Chinese
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    Quiet
    Divey
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Vegetable roll
    Shanelle Y.

    I have wanted to try this restaurant for a while and have heard great things about it. It's a very small, hole-in-the-wall kind of place, but there are a few tables indoors as well as some outdoors tables for seating. I found out that the bathroom sink is located outside of the bathroom which was interesting. The workers were all friendly and the food came out quick, but it was just okay. The vegetable rice roll was pretty disappointing because it was literally just lettuce and rice noodles wrapped in rice paper. Other Vietnamese spots I've been to usually serve 2 rolls per order and add other vegetables like cabbage, carrots, and mint to the roll, but this one was very plain. I tried some of the special vegetable pho and it was also just okay. The broth was decent but the vegetables were a little hard and overall I've had better. I also tried a bite of my friends sweet and sour chicken and found the sauce to be too sweet / tangy for my liking. I know a lot of people love this place, but in my opinion it was just ok / below average.

    Hu Tieu (#1), Bun Thang (#2), Roast Pork Steamed Bun (#4)
    JJ C.

    Atmosphere: Banh's Cuisine is a hole-in-the-wall restaurant on 9th Street with an intimate and local vibe. Definitely a slept-on spot in Durham. Service: Ordering and receiving food is easy, and everything comes out quick and fresh! Food: We've tried several of their Saturday Specials -- the Hu Tieu (#1, pork, shrimp, celery, ground peanut in rice noodle soup), Bun Thang (#2, rice noodle soup with shredded chicken, egg, pork), and Roast Pork Steamed Bun (#4) -- as well as the Sesame Chicken. The soups were warm, filling, and light! We especially liked the Bun Thang, which was more savory and had tender bits of chicken. The Sesame Chicken was also a filling meal for a great price. Overall: Banh's Cuisine is such a wholesome, feel-good spot. With reasonable prices and delicious food, this is easily a standout not only on 9th Street, but in the Triangle area as a whole!

    Hu tien (#1 Vietnamese special)
    Alicia B.

    I haven't added my review of their banh mi! It's perfect. Unfortunately, it's only served on Saturdays and usually sells out around lunch- go it in the morning and snag one! It's vegetarian, and filled to the brim with tofu and eggplant. Their bread is perfect. It's also topped with shredded carrot and sprigs of cilantro. Everyone needs to experience this ASAP. There's nothing quite like walking to Banh's at 11 am and sitting down with a glorious banh mi.

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    Peter L.

    I can't really complain about this Americanized Chinese fastfood resturant. The price and flavors are spot on with decent Chinese fastfood restaurants within the same category. Nothing stunning either of course. During 2 days within the week, they do serve vietnamese food... I'd call it fusion viet food as well. I had the shrimp rice noodle and it's still prodominately the sour & spicy combination that most South East Asian food would have. But I tasted some other ingredients in the sauce where... Not a lot of ethinic vietnamese food might have (maybe I haven't had enough viet food in general myself haha). All in all, considering the price performance with the taste...solid 4 stars.

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    28 days ago

    Amazing. Friendly staff. 10/10 fresh food and delicious. I would go back here all the time if I lived in town.

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    11 months ago

    Amazing food that always hits the spot. I would highly recommend any plate. The Wednesday vegetarian special is also a nice bonus

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    6 months ago

    Excellent food and service! I have been going here for years and never disappointed! Same ladies have been owners and do a great job!

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    7 months ago

    Every time I eat Banh's, every cell in my body screams with joy, saying "thank you, thank you, thank you!"

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    7 months ago

    Absolute gem of a hole in the wall. Food was fast and amazing. Service was great. 10/10

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    This little place on 9th street in Durham doesn't look like much from the outside. But the food is delicious. Every time. Never disappoints!

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    4 years ago

    Their Wednesday special noodles are fantastic. Really hits the spot for when I'm missing home or craving Asian noodles

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    In addition to the Wed/Sat menu I highly recommend their ginger tofu and sesame chicken. Delicious!!

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    2 years ago

    Very cheap, very nice, very delicious. I would only do take out here since it isn't that pretty.

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    The loveliest Vietnamese aunties in town. A must try on Wednesday and Saturday if you want to try affordable Vietnamese dishes!

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    3.9(289 reviews)
    5.5 mi
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    I just can't believe all these good reviews after I went to Peony for lunch about 1 pm on Thursday…read more There was not another soul in the restaurant save two employees. I ordered poke. It was mostly rice mixed with sad iceberg lettuce ( mixed greens ) and the toppings were skimpy. For $18 this was disappointing. It was supposed to have three proteins. I added radish, crunchy onion and edamame. It was sad. In addition to the toppings I ordered there was a bunch of ginger and a marble-sized glob of wasabi hiding in the mix. Glad I avoided being surprised by that. I took the photo after I'd eaten so you can see how much rice was still in the bowl. The waiter was super sweet. He'd do better at another job. I'll stick to Zen Fish. There everything is fresh and vibrant and the choices are more exciting. Plus, their mixed greens are actually 'mixed greens'.

    I really wanted to like this place but there were too many things working against it during our…read morevisit, even though I had a gift certificate. First of all, the AC was not working on the night we visited so things did not get off to a great start. It was warm in the dining area. The lighting was dark (maybe to not add to the heat). We enjoyed our Thai ice teas and seaweed salad appetizer but found our entrees (angel hair special and marine couple) just okay -- nothing special. The scallops in the marine couple were pretty tasteless. The owner came by and chatted with us a little bit, which is always nice. We've had tastier food at other local Asian restaurants so we'll probably pass on coming back soon. We wish them well.

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    3.8(396 reviews)
    8.3 mi
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    Screaming 10/10 for me! This is hands down one of the best spots for DIMSUM!…read more When you walk in the restaurant the staff is very friendly and welcoming. It's nice and cozy feel to the restaurant! The food was so fresh and delicious. Everything we order was up to par delicious and so filling Run now do not walk. Thank you for the hospitality and delicious food!

    Our go-to dim sum spot near Chapel Hill!…read more This is a wonderful family-run restaurant that blends modern simplicity with traditional charm. The staff are incredibly friendly and hardworking, and the atmosphere feels both welcoming and authentic. All items are affordable and with reasonable prices! It's the only legit dim sum place near Chapel Hill/Carrboro, about a 25-minute drive for us--and we gladly make the trip almost every week. We simply can't get enough of their food! Warning: Everything on their menu is dangerously addictive. You've been warned! Our Favorites 2. Pork Dumpling (Siu Mai / Siomai) -- Steamed pork in a wonton wrapper, perfectly juicy with just the right balance of pork and vegetables in every bite. A delicious classic done right. 6. Beef Onion Dumpling in Chili Sauce -- One of the best dumplings we've had--and we've been to dim sum spots all over the world! The beef is flavorful and juicy, wrapped in a thin, perfectly chewy skin. The chili sauce complements the filling beautifully without overpowering it. Generous portion, amazing value, flawless execution. 9. Steamed BBQ Pork Bun -- Soft, fluffy buns filled with mildly sweet BBQ pork. Comforting, classic, and delicious every time. 11. Egg Yolk Bun -- Lightly sweet custard filling inside soft steamed buns. The perfect bite of dessert to end your dim sum feast. 16. Bean Skin Stuffed with Pork -- Juicy, lightly seasoned pork wrapped in delicate bean skin. Flavorful but not overpowering--simple and satisfying. 27. Crispy Shrimp Ball -- Juicy and lightly seasoned shrimp goodness inside a crispy ball. They disappeared into the void of my stomach as soon as they touched our table. 28. Crispy Taro Puff with Chicken -- Think of these as bite-sized empanadas with savory, well-seasoned chicken inside--like the best mini chicken pot pies! Crispy, flavorful, and completely addictive. I could easily eat 30 of these! 41. Crispy Beef Onion Pot Sticker -- Pan-fried to golden perfection for that satisfying crunch. The beef and chives inside are juicy and flavorful, and the portions are generous. I dream about these dumplings when I'm asleep. Absolute perfection. Take all my money! The Finishing Touch Dim sum is meant to be enjoyed with tea, and they offer a simple traditional brew that pairs beautifully with every dish. If there's one downside--it's that they're only open Friday through Sunday. We wish they were open all week! Everything on their menu is so good! Best Dimsum and service in Durham!

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    4.6(88 reviews)
    0.0 mi

    Perhaps one of my favorite hotpot spots in the triangle area. This spot is slightly smaller than…read moretheir Cary sister location and therefore on weekends the wait time can get up to 40-45 minutes at peak times (6-7pm). I don't think they allow reservations, it's just first come first serve or I think you can also call ahead to put yourself on a wait list. Fantastic ambiance, really attentive service and fresh ingredients. It's not all you can eat, you order by plate. Which is nicer, you don't feel so bloated after eating there because you can portion control easier, and it's more cost effective. I'm personally a big fan of their beef cuts, tripe, lamb, even some more niche cuts like the ox aorta are good too. The side dishes are great too. Particularly a fan of their fried rice cakes. Highly recommend coming here for hotpot!

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    Asian Kitchen - Shaved Noodles with Bean Paste (Zha jiang mein)

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    3.4(302 reviews)
    6.7 mi
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    Perfect 1st Time Order: Hot tea (yum)…read moreA10 chili oil wonton (least favorite but still good) E4 fried spicy chicken (favorite) H13 chicken stir fry (quality noodles) Cs6 kung Pao chicken (perfect) Stir fried string beans (perfect) After trying the basics, We now have confidence to order anything on this menu. We will be back, thanks so much for a great experience! This place does not deserve 3.5 stars. This place is delicious.the type of food that makes you happy/want to dance. (We drive 32 miles round trip to go here) The wait staff is friendly and attentive, the ambiance is casual and quiet, and the food has authentic taste and portion. Order anything on the menu you won't be disappointed. If feeling adventurous, try their specials. Lunch specials are also a good deal. We showed up at 8:15pm on a Saturday, seated immediately upon walking in, even though it was busy. Food showed up under 15 minutes. Great work team!

    My parents have been to Asian Kitchen several times already but I was able to visit with them for…read morethe first time about a week ago! While their noodles are definitely a standout in terms of texture and chew, some of the dishes we ordered this time were a letdown... Between the three of us, we tried two noodle dishes (hand pulled noodles with spare ribs & shaved noodles with bean paste aka zha jiang mian) and two regular dishes that came with rice (eggplant with garlic sauce & Hunan roasted pork aka hong shao rou). Outside of the regular menu that comes in a giant booklet, we also ordered the salted egg yolk lava buns off of their separate dim sum menu. In terms of the good, I absolutely LOVED the texture of the shaved noodles and also really enjoyed the texture of the hand pulled noodles, though I personally prefer a wider noodle which would be the shaved ones. Additionally, the eggplant with garlic sauce was solid and so were the salted egg yolk lava buns! Now in terms of the not so great, while we understand that Hunan roasted pork comes with pork belly which can be fatty, many of the pork belly pieces in this dish were pretty much all fat with no lean meat (basically inedible) which I have not seen in this dish at other restaurants. Also, the sauce that came with the shaved noodles was very one dimensional and just tasted of sweet bean paste with very little savory / umami flavor.

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