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    Be U

    4.5 (354 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 7:00 pm
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Lemongrass pork banh mi
    Carina V.

    For context for the rest of my review: I'm Vietnamese, so I, obviously, have high standards for Vietnamese food. Really wanted to root this place on but I was not impressed unfortunately. These bánh mìs were not good. The bread was fine. I'd say it was on par with a Lee's Sandwiches or a bánh mì shop of that caliber. However, all toppings missed the mark. The pate was bland, and I ordered extra, at that. Pickled veggies were not pickled enough. The pork was probably the most egregious offense. It had the slightest hint of fish sauce and lemongrass but was bland other than that. Each slice was also cut way too thick. Service is N/A because it's a little window pick up sitch in a small little store right in Silverlake. Popcorn chicken was probably the saving grace of this meal, though it could've been cut a bit smaller and battered in more starch so it'd get crispier, but flavor was on point.

    Ichika G.

    Cute mom n pop stand! I ordered the spring roll with chicken. The flavor was there. I liked how much veggie it had. The peanut sauce was not my favorite but I didn't hate it either. Just a little too peanut-ey. Some people wrote about the customer service but I didn't have any problem. She took my order, I waited in front, and got my food! Oh the parking? Don't even think you can park in front. You might have to go around the block.

    Vegan Vietnamese Iced Coffee and Rice Noodle Plate with Chicken
    Lourdes I.

    Ordered takeout with my sisters for Galentine's Day and this place did not disappoint. The food was so incredibly yummy and fresh, definitely hit the spot -- especially the summer rolls for me. The rice noodle plate had so much food, i had plenty of left overs for the next day. Definitely need to try if you come across this place. The food is very authentic and you can tell they make it with lots of love and care.

    Pork bahn mi
    Taylor H.

    I had really high hopes for this place. The reviews were great and the vibe of the place feels like the food would be good. You walk up to order and they have a small seating area to the left. The person at the counter just yells out the names as the food is ready. It gives a neighborhood old school vibe. However I didn't like my pork bahn mi. I didn't really like the seasoning on the meat and they had this white stuff mixed in with the carrots. I'm sure some like it, but it different in a not good way.

    Elizabeth A.

    Super small, hole in the wall, mom and pop shop with limited seating in a covered outdoor space. They take online orders as it's mainly a takeaway spot. Street parking was good for lunch on a weekday. I tried both the popcorn chicken and the lemongrass chicken banh mi. The lemongrass chicken bahn mi was SOOO good. I was worried the chicken would be bland or dry but it was neither of those things! It was very flavorful, juicy, and had a good char flavor to it. I really liked the dressing sauce on the banh mi - so addicting. I also liked the generous amounts of cilantro, jalapenos, pickled carrots/daikon and cucumbers. The bread was chewy and delicious where it held all the ingredients well. The popcorn chicken was juicy and flavorful! While it's not my fave, this spot is up there. I really liked the tangy spicy mayo dipping sauce and lemon wedge to brighten up the greasiness. I would definitely come back for the banh mi alone, but also to try the riblet and rice plates

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    Brian V.

    Recently stopped by this place to grab a sandwich (banh mi) and some coffee. But first, I just want to say that this business is exemplary of the businesses that I really love supporting. It doesn't hurt that they make some really tasty Vietnamese comfort classics! But yeah, Chef Uyen Le and the Be U team is one of the first restaurants that stepped up and provided meals for first responders and evacuees during the 2025 LA wildfires. They received some recognition from some publications, but were left off the list of some as well. For an already hard to operate climate for restaurants at the moment, these small restaurants that take care of their community should be celebrated and supported by their community as well! Okay, stepping down from my soapbox, the coffee was very delicious and strong. It definitely hit the spot and gave me the caffeine that I needed. The sandwich I ordered was soo good as well. I ordered the braised pork belly and egg banh mi with dip - this sandwich was inspired by LA's own Phillipe the Original's French dip sandwiches. I've been here a handful of times now and I have yet to have something here that I didn't like. The vibe is casual. There is some outside seating, but I think the spot is more conducive to take out.

    Justin N.

    Evacuated from Altadena due to the Eaton Fire, my family found ourselves in the wonderful land of Silverlake. My online reconnaissance for vegan grub had Bé Ù popping up everywhere. Tired and hungry as hell, I called in an order for anything vegan that sounded good on the menu. And woooh, boy. I have nothing but praise. From the front, it's a kitchen with an open Dutch door. That's it. There is no indoor seating and you don't go in at all, but I think theres a patio in the back. And the number of people milling about that open door tells you that Bé Ù is doing big things. We tackled the Tofu Banh Mi, Mango/Cucumber/Mint Salad, Bap Nuong (grilled street corn), and the Summer Rolls, and every damn thing had us wide-eyed mumbling "mmmmmm.." through big bites. Incredibly satisfying, both on a flavor level and filling, and each dish was completely doing its own thing. Not only was the food incredible, but Bé Ù is run by some pretty terrific human beings. They had a big sign up in the window that said free meals for evacuees and first responders. When they heard we were stranded because of the fires, they said to hit them up next time for a meal on them. We did, and they hooked us up with the three things we asked for, plus they tossed in some fried Jalapeño Salt &Pepper Oyster Mushrooms on top of it, which were SO DAMN GOOD. All in all, we tried six vegan options, and I'd order every single one again and again. The grilled street corn was rolled around in a vegan aioli, peanuts, and fried shallots. Serious comfort food. Vietnamese elote, basically. Or is elote basically just Mexican Bap Nuong? Deep thoughts.. The Mango/Cucumber/Mint salad was so much more than it sounded thanks to the sour and spicy dressing. The banh mi and tofu rice noodle plates were exactly what they sounded like and executed on point. Summer rolls, give me those every day, and those fried mushrooms.. ohhhh the mushrooms... Across the board, the ingredients were fresh and vibrant, cooked perfectly, and the balance of everything was dead on. I don't know when we'll be back in Silverlake, but I promise one thing. When we are driving through, or even remotely close, a stop at Bé Ù is here by declared to be on that future agenda. And I can't thank their crew enough for looking out for the community. It's spots like this one that really live and breathe the meaning of the hospitality industry. And it sure as hell doesn't hurt that their food is absolute fire.

    Chicken Banh Mi
    Jono M.

    Bé Ù has a special place in my heart. I've been enjoying their Banh Mis for a couple years now but every single time I stop by it always feels like a special treat because the food here, the staff, and their values, are exceptional. Their popcorn chicken is a MUST TRY, it'll exceed whatever expectation you've come to have for the dish and please be sure to dip every bite in the unbelievable sauce they provide. Their Chicken Banh Mi remains consistently among my very favorites in L.A.--the bread and balance of ingredients inside always satisfying. Do note: Bé Ù is set up primarily for To Go orders, however I did notice recently the addition of a small patio for on-site dining! You will not regret planning your visit to this cultural, culinary, and community haven.

    Regine S.

    So this is the first time I order from this place for delivery This is the best Vietnamese food I have ever ordered hands-down ‼ I'd read about this place before and And the chef Uyen: it's located near Silverlake on Hoover, it appears to be a very small hole in the wall, but my gosh, it offers such a great street food menu and I will definitely re-order in the near future to try other dishes! So tonight I had: the Chạo Tôm!! Which is two skewers of Charred Shrimp Sausage on Lemongrass Skewers The Shrimp sausage skewers are so out of this world, moist, and extremely tasteful! Each of the 4 pieces are skewered with a lemongrass stalk then charred. Plus all topped with scallion oil and crushed peanuts. So so delicious! Also order the Bắp Nướng (VGN) (GF) which was a Grilled street corn with scallion oil, crushed peanuts, fried shallots, and spicy aioli (Vegan spicy aioli optional) It was spicy but also very tasty: the order came with two small skewers of corn on the cob. I enjoyed it a lot And thirdly, my friend ordered the Rice Noodle with Angus Beef, including vermicelli rice noodles, spring salad mix, bean sprouts, julienned cucumbers, pickled daikon & carrots. Topped w/ scallion oil & crushed peanuts. Served dressed w/ house sweet & sour fish sauce. My friend Paula truly enjoyed it and we decided, we're definitely going to be ordering from Be U again‼ The Lemongrass angus steak Rice Noodle Plate: FYI With the rice noodle plates we get a choice of protein ( beef or chicken) over a bed of vermicelli rice noodles, along with a bunch of other components like bean sprouts, julienned cucumbers and their pickled radish and carrots, in addition to a fish sauce dressing. Once everything is mixed up, this is such a wonderfully fresh and filling dish. Be U is Very highly recommended for all to discover!

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    Dennis C.

    A HIDDEN GEM FOR DELICIOUS VIETNAMESE CUISINE PROS------- FOOD: The food is top notch and tastes authentic, at least I think it was. There is no "LA" spin to the dishes and have a homemade fresh taste. Bahn Mi was juicy and flavorful, and my personal favorite was the popcorn chicken and corn! SERVICE: Very friendly and welcoming, the food was prepared quickly PICKUP: Because the streets can be a bit crowded, they have a designated pickup spot out front which is super convenient if you order ahead for takeout They now have a cute side patio if you want to eat there as well!

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    Judy T.

    During this Bahn Mi seeking phase of my existence, happy I tried this place. They have a pay what you can option and are helping the community in other ways. So cool during these challenging times. Brings me some small joy to support a business doing good for folks in the community. Its a cute walk up window. My Banh Mi was excellent, big size with a generous portion of tasty lemongrass chicken and fresh veg on a crispy/soft baguette. Very kind service. Thank you Be U!

    Carly R.

    We love everything about Be U! Our food was delicious! As a family of 5, with our 3 little girls, we ordered 1 Lemongrass Chicken Noodle Plate, 1 Grilled Pork Banh Mi, and 1 Another Cluckin' Chicken Sandwich to share. Everything was savored and devoured. Then Chef Uyen brought us out the most beautiful Albacore Tuna dressed with Yuzu, micro greens, lychee, and this incredible dipping. Chef Uyen is experimenting with new recipes for specials and shared it with us. She told us where they source the tuna and how she prepares it. Our girls listened with rapt attention. The staff were kind, attentive and helpful. Their smiles were infectious! The food came out quickly to our table in their cute little patio. Our girls loved looking at the flowers growing. We found street parking easily. Lastly, their social media shares how they have been positively impacting the community through giving out meals and service projects. They are using their platform to care for marginalized people in the community. Overall 10/10 recommend!

    David S.

    Love love love this place. The good they do for the community is beyond awesome. The food, so good! The staff, amazing. Great little patio to sit and chat and eat and drink. All if the bahn mi are great. But I'm partial to the vegetarian one with fried egg. The protein boxes, I always tell myself, just eat half and save some for later.... when I have 3 bites left, I just give up and finish it. Summer rolls are really good, very large and some options for fillings. Oh, and the coffee... it's like dessert. A very caffinated dessert...

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    Ask the Community - Be U

    Is Bé Ù still take-out only?

    They have a side patio where you can sit at!

    Do they still have the Bo La Lot rolls?

    Is it just street parking or do they have a lot?

    Street parking only.

    Is this place really good or like white people good?

    It's really good and super authentic. - from a viet person

    Are there any delivery services available?

    Not that I'm aware. You can order online through Toast for pick up tho!

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    Hangari Kalguksu

    Hangari Kalguksu

    4.4
    (3.3k reviews)
    1.5 mi
    $$
    Women-owned & operated
    10 years in business

    Hangari is absolutely worth the wait. The restaurant is very lively and crowded with people who…read moreknow this spot is good. What seemed like a deceptively simple bowl was one of the most delicious and flavorful meals I've had - I'll be thinking about my bowl for a long time. I got the plain kalgaksu, mainly because it included pork potstickers. The anchovy broth isn't fishy (which I was concerned about), it's deep and full in a way that's hard to describe. It penetrates the noodles and potatoes well. The broth is similar if not the same between most bowl types. The cold noodles were also delicious, which a couple of my friends ordered. Quite large portions, as just about everyone had to take some home. They also have bibimbap if you're craving a rice based meal instead. I can't wait to come back - maybe not on a Saturday night next time so I don't have to look so long for parking!

    Good but not amazing. I was expecting to be mind blown by the amount of people who rave about this…read moreplace but I think it is pretty on par with many other Korean places in ktown. I especially wanted to try their bossam but didn't think it was out of the ordinary. With that said, food was still very good. Parking was difficult to find (obviously it's ktown) but they do offer valet. Food comes out very quick. I would recommend coming with a group because portions are large so you can try many things.

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    Yangji Gamjatang

    Yangji Gamjatang

    4.2
    (1k reviews)
    1.4 mi
    $$

    Dined here again after church for a very hearty soup brunch, and the quality has never changed. I'm…read morestill eating my leftovers right now because they're so generous with the meat portions. The broth is incredibly rich, and the overall dining experience is always great. The owner personally took my order this time and suggested I try the pork neck soup. I usually order the oxtail soup, which is my family's favorite. I also order from them often through Uber Eats because my family loves it just as much as I do.

    I give this restaurant a solid 3…read more I decided to try Yangji Gamjatang because I was craving korean soup and noodles. The plaza has mandatory valet parking which was $5 but they parked our car right next to the dumpster and we had to back up to get in which wasn't great. Not at all fault of the restaurant at all but valet is just something to be aware of for this plaza. The interior was a little small and I liked the ambience. The service was okay and we came for a late lunch around 2 pm so there was no wait. Owner or manager did talk to someone they knew for a part of our service and it was a deadish hour for customers so it was a little hard to flag someone down to pay. We ordered a variety of dishes: tonkatsu, blood sausage stew, mixed thin cooked noodle, and spicy sweet sour chicken. It's a little bit on the pricier side but I expected it from a mom n pop shop in ktown. There was a variety of banchan that I liked and the pickled radish was especially yummy. The tonkatsu and blood sausage stew came out first. My brother thought the tonkatsu was alright but a little dry. The blood sausage stew was the star of the meal. It's very hearty and a little heavy which I loved. It has a lot of components in it (pork blood sausage, leeks, black pepper, pork intestine, Napa cabbage, and lettuce) and it paired nicely with the complimentary white rice. I'd come back for this stew itself and give it a 5/5. The thin cold noodles came out next and it looked delicious but it was very saucy. I think it's to be expected with this noodle but I would've preferred less sauce so it would be more refreshing and less heavy. I thought the taste was decent and it went well with the cucumbers. The chicken came out last and it was disappointing. The image on the menu obviously looked better but for $23.95, the taste and the portion were not up to par. I kind of expected it to taste better than regular sweet and sour chicken and I think it was a little ridiculous to charge nearly $24 for that small platter. The sauce was tasty but the chicken was a little chewy and stringy so it just tasted average overall. There was a lot of leftover that we took home and the total meal for 3 costed $80. The whole meal was not bad overall but I wouldn't order the same items I got and would just try the stews.

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    Sulga House of Beef Bone Soup

    Sulga House of Beef Bone Soup

    4.7
    (478 reviews)
    1.2 mi
    $$

    Had a great experience at Sulga House of Beef Bone Soup…read more Their beef bone soup is simple, clean, and really solid, the kind of comfort food that just hits right for the soul. They currently have a great deal at $12, which makes it even better value for what you're getting. The sullungtang comes with rice, soup, and two types of kimchi. Service was friendly and efficient, and the whole experience felt easy and satisfying. Place was chill, not too overly crowded. I've noticed a lot of people ordering other dishes every time I go, so I'm definitely looking forward to trying more of the menu, but I keep coming back for the basics because it's just that good.

    Sulga was definitely THE place to be for a warm bowl of bone broth on a rainy night. My friend and…read moreI stopped by for doganitang (for two), and the portions were indeed large - for four. We also added beef brisket since my friend wasn't a big fan of cartilage - more for me! The pot itself wasn't too deep, though there was a good portion of protein cartilage. Also important to note that rice was NOT included! The brisket add on came as a pre-cooked brisket that was added in after, as it didn't initially fit in the pot. The staff member told us at the time that broth refills were free. However, when it came time for refills, they said it was only one time - poor communication. Paying was fairly straightforward, but for future visits, I'd likely just come for their lunch special sullongtang after this experience.

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