Cancel

Open app

Search

La Xanh

4.3 (192 reviews)
ModerateVietnamese
Closed • 8:08 am - 5:00 pm
Updated 2 months ago
Loading...

La Xanh Photos

Business Info

LA XANH ATMOSPHERE

What's the vibe?
Casual
Outdoor seating

You might also consider

Recommended Reviews - La Xanh

Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
Yelp app icon
Browse more easily on the app
Review Feed Illustration

Reviews With Photos

open daily but Wed, 9am-5pm.
Quinn N.

+ Yummy, filling homey Viet food. + Pleasant ambience. + Good amount of parking & indoor seating. + Helpful staff. . Service speed was okay. - Only one restroom.

Tintin B.

Good wholesome comforting food from South Vietnam made fresh to order with love. Bring your family and enjoy their famous Banh Xeo tom or noodles soup dishes prepared with lots and lots of fresh herbs and vegetables. The fish sauce here is well balanced not too sweet or salty and you can add extra lemon juice to adjust accordingly to your taste. Nice clean restaurant and nice clean restroom too. Parking is an issue sometimes but not today. Enjoy all the different flavors from a Vietnamese chef from the Mekong Delta. See you soon.

bún riêu: small vermicelli noodles, fried tofu, pork blood + shrimp cake = $16
Trung N.

The menu at La Xanh is tightly curated. You're either getting bún or a bánh xèo. It goes without saying that La Xanh serves a pretty solid bowl of bún riêu ($15). It comes with small vermicelli noodles, fried tofu, pork blood, and shrimp cake. For a dollar extra, you can add escargot. I found the broth to be so flavorful on its own, I didn't add the mắm nêm. The portion is pretty substantial and well worth your money. The bánh xèo tôm thịt ($16) was equally impressive. For one, it's enormous and very shareable. The edges of the bánh were perfectly crispy while the interior had just the right amount of softness. It had a really nice juxtaposition. The filling wasn't overly seasoned, but perfect when you wrap it in the greens and dunk it in the fish sauce. For as busy as it was, the vibes were real chill. Service was attentive and despite the waiting crowd, you didn't feel uneasy or rushed to get through your meal. Highly recommend coming here if you're a fan of either dish.

Banh Xeo - hand to scale the size
Cathy P.

Recently came here for a quick meal. Parking is limited and tight so neighborhood parking is recommended. Restaurant itself is small but they have a patio for overflow. We ordered the Bun Rieu and Banh Xeo with pork belly to share. Food came out in a timely manner. The Bun Rieu had good flavor. The seafood flavor was just right. Pretty reminiscent of my mom's cooking. As for the Banh Xeo, it was actually pretty large. Super crispy and they make sure to load it with bean sprouts and pork belly. The Banh Xeo complements the fish sauce really well. Only complaint is that this dish is very oily. Towards the end of the meal, the restaurant gave out complimentary che for guests to enjoy. It the perfect way to top off our meal. Overall experience here was good. The food is tasty and reasonably priced. Would definitely come back!

Huy N.

I really enjoyed the Bún Riêu Ốc at La Xanh! I loved it so much that I brought my mom back to try it, and she agreed that it was very flavorful and delicious. The ốc (snails) were especially nice and big, and everything came together really well. The price is also very reasonable for the quality and portion. Definitely a place I'd come back to whenever I'm craving Bún Riêu Ốc!

Bún riêu óc
Linda V.

Had lunch with family, as my parents decided to try a bún riêu place they heard is good--bún riêu is another one of my favorite dishes, a Vietnamese noodle soup made with a tomato-and-crab-based broth, served with rice vermicelli noodles and various toppings known for its savory and tangy flavor profile, which comes from the crab, tomatoes, and shrimp paste, typically garnished with fresh herbs, leafy vegetables, often including other ingredients like pork or tofu. It's hard to find good restaurant made bún riêu, as the ones I've tried fill it with tofu and tomato instead of shrimp/pork which costs more. The broth also tends to be bland. I was impressed by this place for this dish. Main components: Rice vermicelli noodles, a flavorful broth made from tomatoes and crab, and a mixture of crab, pork, and egg often formed into meatballs. Broth: The broth is light yet complex, with a balance of savory and sweet flavors from the pork-based stock, crab, tomatoes, and shrimp paste. Toppings: Common toppings include fresh herbs, leafy vegetables, bean sprouts, and spring onions often flavored at the table with lime wedges and shrimp paste. Bún riêu has several variations depending on the region and chef, and today I tried it with escargot, or óc. I don't care for pork blood but if you do the dish comes with 2 pieces of it. Not bad at all. Relative at our table ordered the bánh xèo but because he's not familiar with Yelp, was disappointed. Authentic Vietnamese diners want the thick batter with turmeric. For American taste like mine, although I did not order or try it I think I would prefer the crepe-like thinness of their bánh xèo here. For dessert they bring out a complimentary little cup of chè (tapioca balls in sweet coconut milk) to finish out the meal. Think I found a place to satiate my bún riêu cravings in the future.

Having Bun Rieu and watching soccer !!
Johnny M.

Best Bun Rieu hands down, it's a bit further down the road from the usual little Saigon but I don't mind as it's less hectic! Owner is friendly and even brought our food over the lounge next door so we could watch the soccer World Cup !!

Lynn L.

ORDER canh bun (4/5) banh xeo dac biet (3/5) the canh bun was super good! the broth was a little salty, but after adding lime it was perfect. the toppings are very good and they don't skimp. the tofu was my favorite, crispy on the outside and soft in the inside. the banh xeo wasn't the best. it was very crispy, but i didnt like the flavor. they give you complimentary che at the end of your meal :) SERVICE very quick! AMBIANCE the restaurant is relatively small.

ZoEy H.

1 star regarding the unclean restroom. I noticed there is no complaining reviews regarding their restroom. Totally understand that some people don't have to use it during their dining, but regardless Restaurant Restroom is the one of the biggest concern in unclean restroom, this could spread of E.Coli, more bacteria/ viruses responsible for stomach illnesses. Food poisoning, and gastrointestinal distress. Im not expecting the super clean but at least there is no fungus or green-yellowish on the faucet. This spot is one of my favorite Bun Rieu, this place is small like little hidden gem. I like it a lot that's why I went back again. At first visit, I didn't get to use their restroom, but this time I brought my whole family to enjoy the foods there. Surprisingly, their restroom and the outside sink where you can wash your hands, are very dirty. This must be a red flag to not coming back here. They should focus on the cleaning it. It's very disgusting, not just that while eating there was a lady holding puppy walking in to restaurant for her to go order, during the wait she rested her puppy from one to another table. The restaurant owner should have put the sign, (no animal allowed) ..we didn't get to finish the foods, so we packed for to go, at home we found green rubber ban inside the food. We tossed it all. Not considering coming back .. !

Eddie E.

Legit 5 stars. You only come here to get two things: 1) when you crave Bun Rieu (get it with OC) Or 2) banh xeo This last time I just had bun Rieu. Flavorful, pork blood was delicious, and right ratio of meat to broth to noodle.

Bun rieu soup (crab & shrimp paste noodles soup) with fried tofu
Betty G.

I decided to try this restaurant out after watching a YouTuber dining here. It's a tiny restaurant with less than a dozen tables but it was totally full when I walked in right after the rush lunch hour. There are also a few tables out in the patio. Ordered the house special and what everyone was raving about, "bun rieu". It took a while to get the order but it was worth it because it was so good. The soup was piping hot and so perfectly seasoned. The crab & shrimp cake that comes with it was so flavorful. The little pieces of fried tofu were perfectly fried to golden on the outside but still very soft on the inside. And to top it off, theres a small complementary cheese cup of dessert at the end. A completely delicious meal. Note: the area is questionable so I wouldn't recommend going there by yourself in the evening if you're a woman. Parking is also limited. I almost left and fortunately I spotted someone leaving and waited for their spot.

Canh bún
Andy H.

Food delicious. Service quick. Small and unassuming plaza off first. Only knock is that it is not opened during traditional dinner hours (closing at 5), which limits accessibility to quite a few people. The canh bun doesn't default whit oyster so you have to ask! The banh xeo is bigger and better than quan mii!

Leeza D.

La Xanh means Green Leaf. It's a little hole in the wall restaurant with a very specialized Southern Vietnamese menu. They offer banh xeo (Vietnamese crepes) and noodle soup bun dishes like bun nuoc leo (lightly fermented fish soup) and bun rieu (crab soup). They also have a couple of rice and noodle dishes. No frills, fast in and out service. You get a large helping of green leaf salad with the meal. We ordered the shaken beef noodle and the bun nuoc leo. It leans a bit sweet, which is the southern Vietnamese style and is very nostalgic. The food taste is average, but my mom is a big fan of the bun nuoc leo. At the end of the meal , we also got a small serving of corn che, a dessert. Casual. Parking can be difficult but there is a neighborhood behind the center that has parking. Please come and create your own experience.

Bún chả cá thì lạ and bún riêu

See all

Photo of Peggy W.
23
206
229

2 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 2
Love this 1
Oh no 0

4 days ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Triscy N.
106
12
18

19 days ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

7 months ago

Helpful 4
Thanks 3
Love this 3
Oh no 0

5 months ago

Helpful 5
Thanks 2
Love this 5
Oh no 0

8 months ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 1
Love this 1
Oh no 0

8 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 1
Love this 1
Oh no 0
Photo of Huy N.
170
59
9

2 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 1
Love this 1
Oh no 0

1 year ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 3
Love this 2
Oh no 0
Photo of Colette K.
187
317
199

30 days ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0
Photo of Johnny M.
13
122
73

4 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 1
Love this 1
Oh no 0

1 year ago

Helpful 3
Thanks 3
Love this 4
Oh no 0

1 year ago

Helpful 5
Thanks 2
Love this 0
Oh no 4

1 year ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 2
Love this 3
Oh no 0

1 year ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 3
Love this 2
Oh no 1

1 year ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 2
Love this 2
Oh no 0

2 years ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 2
Love this 4
Oh no 0

1 year ago

Helpful 3
Thanks 4
Love this 5
Oh no 0
Photo of Nicole V.
1
47
203

8 months ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 1
Love this 1
Oh no 0
Photo of Miu T.
19
38
109

8 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 1
Love this 1
Oh no 0
Photo of Natalie T.
238
26
16

3 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 1
Love this 1
Oh no 0

1 year ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 2
Love this 2
Oh no 0
Photo of T V.
0
7
8

8 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 1
Love this 1
Oh no 0
Photo of Lily N.
1
46
20

4 months ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 1

11 months ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 2
Love this 3
Oh no 0

5 months ago

We ordered bánh xèo every time we are here . It's always perfect!!! Love the little Che deserts that comes free for dining in !

Helpful 0
Thanks 1
Love this 1
Oh no 0

3 years ago

Helpful 13
Thanks 2
Love this 11
Oh no 0
Photo of Anne Q. T.
245
286
129

1 year ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0
Photo of John T.
163
379
1154

3 years ago

Helpful 3
Thanks 2
Love this 5
Oh no 1
Photo of G K.
0
5
1

7 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 1
Love this 1
Oh no 0

2 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 1
Love this 1
Oh no 0
Photo of Derek N.
3
162
117

1 year ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 1
Love this 1
Oh no 0

9 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 1
Love this 2
Oh no 0
Photo of Chris D.
44
56
410

1 year ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 1
Love this 1
Oh no 0

2 years ago

Helpful 3
Thanks 2
Love this 4
Oh no 0

3 years ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 3
Love this 2
Oh no 0

11 months ago

The banh xeo was so crispy. It's large but thin. So, I was able to finish a whole one. The Bun Rieu is also really really good!

Helpful 1
Thanks 1
Love this 1
Oh no 0

2 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 2
Love this 3
Oh no 0

2 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

2 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

Page 1 of 5

La Xanh Reviews in Other Languages

Ask the Community - La Xanh

You might also consider

Hue Kitchen - New Dine In Menu Jan 2025

Hue Kitchen

4.4(234 reviews)
0.3 mi
•$$
Family-owned & operated
Free parking

Delicious flavorful Bun Bo Hue. The broth gives a punch of umami that works perfect with the…read morenoodles and toppings. I've tried so many places and this is one of my new favorites. I also ordered the squid patty and boy was it amazing! I just wish it was bigger but for $8 I'm not complaining. Staff was very sweet and food came out fast. Clean, air conditioned place with decent tables and decor.

My mom, daughter and I came here for a quick dinner before heading out for the evening. The…read morewaitress greeted us and had us seated quickly. There were only a few other tables being occupied at the moment. It was clean and spacious. The banh beo was really good. It was fresh and everything you'd want from your banh beo. As we were eating, an older woman came out and gave us 3 complimentary cups. I wasn't sure what it was. I thought maybe yogurt. My mom tried it and it was tofu. A good palette cleanser. The bun bo hue came out and it wasn't spicy at all. Good for my mom and 2 year old daughter. I separated my daughter's portion into the small bowl they provided (without me having to ask) then added chili oil, that was on the table, to my bowl. It was a little bland in my option, but I just added fish sauce and it was good. I think pricing was reasonable and on par with others in the area. This one is walking distance from my house so I'll likely frequent often.

Photos
Hue Kitchen - New Dine In Menu Jan 2025

New Dine In Menu Jan 2025

Hue Kitchen - New Dine In Menu Jan 2025

New Dine In Menu Jan 2025

Hue Kitchen - New Dine In Menu Jan 2025

See all

New Dine In Menu Jan 2025

Brodard Express - Grilled Pork Spring Roll - Inside

Brodard Express

4.5(278 reviews)
6.5 mi
•$$

Brodard Express is located in Termjnal C opposite Gate 13…read more If you've never been to their main Fountain Valley location, they're known for their nem nuong cuon, or grilled pork spring rolls. Heftier than your typically spring rolls, they also come with a deliciously warm meat dipping sauce. Brodard Express's menu is quite sizable, with options for small bites with the spring rolls or teas/coffees, or more sizable options like banh mi sandwiches and noodle soups. Ordering is made easy with options for tablet ordering, ordering at the cashier, or ordering ahead of time with a convenient QR code. I don't often fly out of SNA but might just have to more now that I know this is here.

While waiting for my connecting flight...and exploring the food court near my gate. This was the…read moremost appealing to me in Terminal C near Gate 12-13. I generally don't have high expectations of airport food, but Brodard did not disappoint. We ordered 2 Berkshire pork banh mi's and it was pretty good. There were plenty of veggies and the roll was soft and warm. I was pleasantly surprised at the sandwich itself--never expected to have good airport food. A little pricey for your average bahn mi--but this is the airport and you pay airport prices. If you are in Terminal C, definitely worth checking out.

Photos
Brodard Express - Front counter

Front counter

Brodard Express - The House Vermicelli Noodle Bowl was great. It was like a deconstructed spring roll. The Fish Chili Sauce was awesome.

The House Vermicelli Noodle Bowl was great. It was like a deconstructed spring roll. The Fish Chili Sauce was awesome.

Brodard Express - Nem nuong menu

See all

Nem nuong menu

Trieu Chau Restaurant - Chao Chow Soup

Trieu Chau Restaurant

3.9(1.4k reviews)
0.7 mi
•$$

We visited Trieu Chau Restaurant around 2:30 pm on a Monday and were seated and able to order right…read moreaway. The food came out just as quickly. We ordered the Hu Tieu Trieu Chau Hoang Thanh and Hu Tieu Hai San, both with egg noodles. The food was amazing, especially for the value. Our two bowls came out to roughly $32 total, and the portions were huge. They're very generous with the protein, noodles, and broth, and honestly, my partner and I probably could have shared one bowl and still been satisfied. The restaurant has a very old-school, no-frills feel where the focus is clearly on the food rather than the decor or having a polished dining room. The service is similarly straightforward and efficient. The staff wasn't overly conversational, but they were kind, attentive when needed, and we had no issues at all. I've seen some reviews mention the service negatively, but that wasn't our experience. Overall, I really enjoyed Trieu Chau Restaurant. The portions are generous, the prices are reasonable, and most importantly, the food is delicious. Definitely a solid spot for Hu Tieu.

1 Star Made a very…read morebad decision coming here to waste my stomach and money . Very disappointing experience. The pork kidney was extremely tough and chewy -- I could barely bite through it. The soup was also way too salty and tasted heavily of MSG. The noodles themselves were not good either. Compared with other similar noodle shops, the taste was noticeably worse and not worth the price. What made the experience even worse was the service. There was no smile, no greeting, and the staff had a very unfriendly expression throughout the entire visit. Good food and good service both matter, and unfortunately, this place missed on both. I would NEVER come back or recommend this shop. There are much better noodle shops around.

Photos
Trieu Chau Restaurant
Trieu Chau Restaurant - 29. Combination Beef Rice N  Egg Noodle

29. Combination Beef Rice N Egg Noodle

Trieu Chau Restaurant - 34. Shrimp and Crab Rice Noodle.

See all

34. Shrimp and Crab Rice Noodle.

THH Sandwiches

THH Sandwiches

4.0(1.4k reviews)
6.7 mi
•$$

Every time I've gone to THH in the last 11 years, the banh mi assembly line goes crazyyy…read more I'm a sucker for a grilled pork banh mi and if I feel like treating myself, I'll even ask to add an egg to it and it's chef kiss (hold the jalapeños though because my spice tolerance is low lol). They even do a vermicelli noodle dish with the pork that comes with some veg and fish sauce which is also yummy if you're looking for a sit down meal more than the walk-ability of a banh mi. I've also had some of their ready-to-eat food that they have at the counter - the spring rolls here aren't my thing, but the banh cuon is a yes from me!

On my way up to LAX from Irvine on a brisk Sunday afternoon in September 2026, I stopped off here…read morefor a late lunch here at THH sandwiches. It was a small but formidable restaurant with mostly standing room only. There was a few tables and chairs, but we decided to take it on the road and I could have it on the flight home. I ended up getting fed snacks and drinks on the flight home and ate two sandwiched purchased from THH. A pork one and a veggie sandwich, which was a popular and a delicious one. I also purchased spring rolls, which passed successfully thru TSA with the sauce. Ended up eating that the next day at work, which ended up being pretty tasty anyway. The experience at THH Sandwiches spent waiting in line and for our order took about 20 minutes in total. The prices were honestly not that bad since it was popular and we could custom order if you wanted to, but they would charge for it. The service here was good and friendly while offering a wholesome variety of sandwiches and various options for anyone and everyone who wishes to eat here. THH Vietnamese restaurant itself was definitely worth the time and effort to come here, or so I've been told. It's semi healthy and you'd get a good value for your meals. I know I did and it worked out just fine and dandy. The restaurant itself is clean and fresh. While you may or may not get a table, consider coming early enough to secure one before the lunch rush comes through. You'll be glad you did, for real. The overall experience here at THH Sandwiches in Tustin, California was quite nice, when you want the quick service but the quality of their food. My family and I arrived around 3pm and it was still standing room only. I gazed at the menu board for a good 5 minutes before ordering it. We were given a number and waited for our food to be made. After 10-15 minutes, we received it and were on our way. They also served drinks too, but I just wanted food before we were off to LAX. For the most part though, it was a nice restaurant that I was suggested that we came here. My guess is that my family loves coming here when they are in Tustin. I might admit that this place is a hidden gem, but due to its popularity. And so, if you enjoy wholesome fare that satisfies your tastebuds, consider coming to THH Sandwiches for a taste of heaven. It will be good for your soul and maybe you'll have it on the plane like me on your next flight out of LAX. It just may make you smile. I know it did for me. THH Sandwiches is located in the heart of Tustin, California. It's physically located in a small commercial district at 14081 Newport Avenue. They accept major credit cards as well as cash. As far as parking goes, there's limited parking here, so best bet would be to come early enough to secure parking in the small lot. If you love public transportation, consider the routes you'd need to get you to Tustin from your current location. There's always uber and lyft that will meet your needs. Definitely a fan here and recommend THH Sandwiches for your meal coming or going out of LAX or anywhere in between. They have alot of variety here and hopefully, I will be back to try more in future travels to see family. Till then, I will dream about this place. 4.5 stars for the overall experience. Support local! B+

Photos
THH Sandwiches
THH Sandwiches
THH Sandwiches

See all

La Xanh - vietnamese - Updated October 2026

Loading...
Loading...
Loading...