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    JoJu

    4.4 (338 reviews)
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    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating

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    Hadiyah M.

    While in Midtown, I decided to grab lunch and try something different, so I went with JoJu, a Vietnamese spot. This was my first time trying Vietnamese food, and I was excited. I ordered a Beef Bulgogi Bowl and a Beef Bulgogi Banh Mi (sandwich). The first bite of the bowl was yum--it really hit the spot. The flavors were rich, and each ingredient had its own distinct taste, which I loved. The sandwich was also good, but I personally preferred the bowl and would definitely come back for it. The place is cute, with a nice space to sit and eat. The staff works super fast--we got our order within 5 minutes.

    #2 Lemongrass Chicken Banh mi
    Alisha K.

    Fast, clean, and cool in this heat. I added a runny egg in my sandwich and some spicy sauce for my fries. I am more than content! Very professional and kiosk oriented.

    Caramel Pork Bahn Mi
    Melissa G.

    I ordered a Carmel Pork Bahn Mi for pick up. I got it with spicy mayo, jalapeños, and green sauce. It was terrific!!!! It has a nice amount of heat, but not too much. Great sandwich, will order again. The pickled vegetables were delicious

    ##8 Kakuni Pork Belly Banh Mi (New)
    Farah R.

    Oh my! The sandwiches were amazing and they definitely did not skimp on the meat. Definitely filling!

    #5 Caramel Pork Banh mi (JoJu) Fries
    Lauren Y.

    The Caramel Pork Banh Mi is always on point! Joju has been my go to banh mi place since it opened its location in Manhattan. The fries are also the best! They are so crispy and I think adding the vegetables and spicy sauces on the Joju fries is so original. But the kimchi fries are also great too if you like kimchi. It gets crowded during the lunch rush on weekdays and I wish they were open for dinners/weekends but I'll take what I can get. This place never disappoints!

    #5 Caramel Pork Banh mi
    Emma F.

    Solid banh mi, it was a quick pickup. I got the caramel pork and I found it a bit sweet, but that might be your thing. Only wish there were slightly more flavors since it was just pork and vegetables. Also that the bread was more toasted.

    #5 Caramel Pork Banh mi
    Susan C.

    One of the best banhmi places in NYC! I've been a customer of their original location in Elmhurst for many years and a fan of their midtown location too. The food quality is consistent between the restaurants, and service is friendly and efficient. The sandwiches are filled with plenty of tasty ingredients--aside from the main protein there's a terrific pickled carrot/daikon mix, fresh cucumber and cilantro. If your sandwich doesn't already include it, adding a fried egg with a slightly runny center takes it to the next level. The Joju original $14.95 and caramel pork $12.95 are perennial favorites, I like their grilled pork $12.95 banhmi too. Definitely try the fries! Joju loaded fries $8.95 which comes with a mix of sauces, spicy mayo, pickled daikon/ carrot mix mentioned above, cilantro and jalapeños, or the kimchi loaded fries $8.95 with spicy mayo, kimchi, scallions, cilantro and jalapeños--are both yummy sides or a tasty savory afternoon snack. The fries are double fried which gives them a nice crispy exterior. They also do the same ingredients in bowl form so they can be enjoyed with different bases (rice, brown rice, cabbage salad, cold noodle salad). I believe they have a few gluten-free options too. Drinks--I'd recommend the Vietnamese iced coffee, cold brew Vietnamese coffee, Thai ice tea, and hot Vietnamese espresso. The midtown location has a simple, modern set up, and is mostly a take out location. There are some seats inside but people seem to be lunch customers or drivers picking up delivery orders.

    JiHae L.

    I came here based off of reviews and I was searching for a place near work that's walking distance. I know that there are other stores in Flushing and Elmhurst that I've been to before, so I decided to try the one and only location in the city. When you look from the outside, it is bigger on the inside. It's very modern inside with the tablets set up by the front to order from, and there's room for people to eat inside as well. I ordered the summer rolls, and it came with peanut sauce. It was good, better than other places that I've gone to. They're known for their Vietnamese sandwiches, but I decided to get something different. I got one of their bowls instead, and I could get it with sauces on the side. Overall, it was a filling meal, and I would go back eventually.

    Lemongrass Banhmi and Thai Tea
    David C.

    # Overall: Joju is one of my go to lunch spots while in midtown and it certainly doesn't disappoint. Protein option definitely depends on the person, but I'd recommend the lemongrass chicken. The fries here are a decently sized portion, more suitable for a group than as a side for one person. # Ambiance Joju has a very efficient layout where you order by yourself with kiosks, where some of them have contactless payment options. There's a big open space to support the takeout orders, but still some seating available for those that want to dine in. # Food and Drink Lemongrass Chicken Banh mi I've been to Joju multiple times and tried a bunch of their protein options, but I think the best one might just be the chicken. I also like to get spicy mayo in the sandwich as well as on the side, just for extra sauce. Cold Brew Thai Tea Thai tea is naturally a very sweet drink, but I think this one might be one of the stronger tasting ones I've had.

    #4B. Beef Bulgogi Bowl
    Reynaldo P.

    Definitely one of my favorite places we ate in NY! We decided to stop here before going to MoMa and it was so good! We wanted something not too heavy and this was perfect! I loved the meat and the customize your own bowl. My bf got the banh mi which I tasted and was so good too! We got drinks that i didn't picture, but were refreshing and wanted more! The restaurant was completely empty and service was quick! You don't really interact with anyone since you order on an iPad, but it's great so you can take your time and customize things how you want! Ambience was great! They had good music playing and it was super chill.

    Molly F.

    Some of the best kimchi fries in town! Crispy, well-salted fries with the right amount of sauce, kimchi, scallions, and a ton of cilantro (warning for people with the soap gene!) I can't speak to the banh mis but I have enjoyed the bowls and beverages here as well. This location gets absolutely slammed during lunch hours due to it's proximity to many office buildings, but the food is made very quickly and the staff are all rockstars at handling a huge crowd of people picking up orders in a tiny space. I've also accidentally ordered late on a Friday - this location is closed on weekends - and they have fun out of proteins but offered to swap in others. This location closes at 5pm, which is early for the city but not strange for a the neighborhood. The prices are also reasonable for the neighborhood. As far as the actual space, you order on kiosks and staff prep on a Chipotle-style line. There is some seating but it gets crowded during food pickup times and I've always taken mine down to Bryant Park.

    #4 Beef Bulgogi Banh Mi Sandwich
    Samantha C.

    Oh JoJu! How I love your Banh mis. Been to the Tangram mall food hall spot, so when I found this location by my husbands office I jumped at the opportunity to go. This location is average sized for Manhattan and at one time it looked to have an upstairs's seating area which looks to closed indefinitely. Walking, the counter/prep area takes up most of the interior while there are some chairs to dine in towards the back and a few up front. You can order from touch screen tablets and then wait for you order number to be called. Service was pretty timely and I was asked for my sauce preference before grabbing my order. It was definitely a beef bulgogi sort of day and I was so happy that's what I ordered because just as expected this sandwich lived up to its usually quality and tastiness. Bread perfect, toasted and beef so flavorful I probably devoured this sandwich in under 3 minutes.

    #5 Caramel Pork Banh mi

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    Ask the Community - JoJu

    Other than the peanut sauce, do they use peanuts or tree nuts in their food?

    I haven't had any items that had actual peanut or tree nut. I had various types.

    Will you have the option to order online?

    Yes, through their app.

    Will you be open on Columbus Day? What will your hours be?

    Hi! We will be opened regular hours 11am-7pm.

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    Annam Cafe

    Annam Cafe

    4.2
    (22 reviews)
    0.4 mi

    Popped into this new Vietnamese spot by Herald Square for a quick weekday lunch. The place is fresh…read moreand clean, with a modern self-serve setup where you order via iPad. I got the pho ($21.78), which is steep for pho, but I guess that's Midtown prices for you. The wait was a slog--over 20 minutes for a bowl of pho, which other Yelp reviews warned about. When it finally arrived, the soup lacked that authentic pho aroma, which was a letdown. On the plus side, the beef was fresh, and the reusable to-go bag was a nice touch. Decent, but the wait and price make it hard to love. Might try again if they speed things up.

    Okay, so I came back after a couple weeks from my first visit and had the most perplexing…read moreexperience. I ordered "Plain Pho", which is described as just broth and noodles, no garnish or meat. After waiting 30 minutes, for what is literally the simplest item on the menu, the bowl is brought out and it's a bowl of broth with a couple slices of chicken. No noodles. When I inquired, the server told me it's because I ordered the Plain Pho... yea and I said it comes with noodles and broth. They told me they could get me noodles, but acted like they were doing me a favor by fetching noodles for me, which was quite offputting because the noodles were quite literally half of the dish I actually ordered. How does one wait half-an-hour at a very casual fast Vietnamese food place, for premade soup and noodles, and still have the order wrong? In the end, I did get my noodles and broth, but the fact that I had to spend this much time and also justify my request for noodles (which are part of the dish) is quite insane. I put this at 2 stars for now, because I enjoyed my first time. Hopefully the service will improve.

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    Saigon Special Beef Pho
    Nom Nam

    Nom Nam

    4.6
    (186 reviews)
    0.7 mi
    $$

    Came here for dinner on a weekday. The restaurant is near my friend's place. The place was exactly…read morewhat we were looking for... Inexpensive, cozy and comfortable atmosphere! The place was a little busy, but they didn't take reservations. Amazing service and delicious food! The food was fresh and came out fast. Portions are generous, so you definitely won't leave hungry. My favorite dish was Vegan Pho without tofu, which was delicious, also gluten free, dairy free and soy free. Others had something else I had no interest in to remember the name. Their menu has many options to offer, including gluten free, soy free, and dairy free options. We would come back again and highly recommend you check out this place if you are in Murray Hill Manhattan.

    Stopped by Nom Nam as a family after a long day doing the Statue of Liberty tour, and it was a…read moremuch-needed sit-down meal. We ordered a mix of things and overall the food was good. The viet bao stood out--really flavorful and probably the best thing we had. The pho was okay, but coming from LA, it's hard not to compare, and Little Saigon still does it better. My daughter got the famous wings and those were solid. The kids especially liked the prawn chips that came with them--ended up finishing those pretty quickly. Good spot to recharge after a long day out, especially if you're with family and want something satisfying without overthinking it.

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    Obao

    Obao

    4.0
    (4.5k reviews)
    0.7 mi
    $$$

    So yum!!!! Top 3 thai spots for me…read more Food- Classic order of Pad Thai & Drunken Noodles. The pad thai noodles are a big thinner than i've had before but that didn't bother me, it has such great flavor too. I recommend ordering it spicy, it's the perfect heat if you're looking for that kick but don't add it if you can't handle spice. The drunken noodles are not spicy in my opinion but i can handle a bit of heat. Loved the flavor and the noodles had the right texture, could've done without the huge chunks of tomato but great otherwise. The summer rolls were good, hard to mess those up. We also got a free mango salad with the order and that was so fresh and delicious. We just popped in for pick up but the hostess was really nice and attentive as soon as we walked in. It looked to be a nice casual spot, could be good for dinner with friends or date night.

    Obao has delicious food. If you're in Hells Kitchen and happen to stumble by Obao, it is worth…read morecoming in. Obao is has both Thai and Viet food. It does well with doing the whole "fusion" schtick without losing the essence and flavor of the dishes. Pad Krapoa Moo Krob, the meat on the pork belly was so juicy - the pork skin was crunchy and chewy at the same time, flavors of Thai spice, basil, and bell peppers harmoniously working together to bring a balanced meal. The shrimp basil fried rice was delicious, a great alternative if you're not feeling the crab fried rice. The service at Obao is always prompt and helpful, whether it's questions about the menu or recommendations, anyone is willing to help. Inside Oboa is dimly lit, a moody vibe that is fun and invites playful conversations.

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    Pho 39

    Pho 39

    3.4
    (92 reviews)
    0.4 mi

    Midtown New York is not exactly known for quiet, intimate dining experiences. It is known for…read morecrowds, noise, and restaurants that seat you next to a stranger close enough to accidentally share an appetizer. So when my family stumbled into Pho 39, a tiny spot with just a handful of tables tucked away from the chaos outside, it felt less like finding a restaurant and more like discovering a Rebel outpost that somehow survived undetected in the middle of Imperial territory. The menu is exactly what you'd expect from a solid Vietnamese spot: pho, combination rice plates, the usual lineup. We were ready to order and move on with our lives. Then we saw the tacos. Vietnamese tacos. On the menu. Sitting right there between the banh mi and the spring rolls like they'd always belonged. Nobody in my family said anything for a full three seconds, which for us is basically a standing ovation. We ordered the duck spring rolls to start, which were fresh, well packed, and disappeared faster than a starfighter in hyperspace. For the mains we went with the beef flank pho and the banh mi combination special. The pho had a clean, well developed broth that clearly had some time put into it, and the beef flank was tender enough to make you slow down and pay attention. The banh mi combo was solid, balanced, and hit all the right notes. We did not get the tacos this visit, which means we have a built in reason to return and nobody can argue with that logic. For a small room in the middle of one of the busiest cities on the planet, Pho 39 manages to feel genuinely calm and focused. Good food, good value, and a menu with enough surprises to keep things interesting. The Force is strong with this little spot.

    This review is for takeout-- I ordered a catfish banh mi for…read morepickup. A banh mi is about 11 bucks before tax which is pretty rare around midtown nowadays. It isn't massive but you can finish it and not want to fall asleep at your desk afterwards which is ideal (for me). I walked in maybe 10 mins after I ordered and was greeted with smiles. My sandwich was ready for me too which was great, in and out, easy. The sandwich itself is delicious! It comes with a small ramekin of very spicy rooster sauce. I would definitely order for pickup from here again for the days I want to grab a quick lunch and get right back to work!

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