Holy ****. I kind of don't want to leave a review because this place is so good. I don't want others to find out about it. Lang Van is legit, if you know you know. And clearly from the number of people who are coming in and out a lot know. We (4 of us) went for dinner on a Sunday night around 6:30 and it was a bit of a wait but not too long, maybe 20 minutes. Once seated, we just let them tell us what to order which our friends who go a lot and are good friends with the owner said to do. Go with that recommendation, you will not be disappointed. Food was excellent all around we had plenty for everybody and it was delicious. I sent a text to my friend who is Vietnamese and she said " dude, that place is legit". It certainly is... We moved from Houston where the Vietnamese food was peak, and this is way up there It's a lively vibe super casual and friendly and everybody is just having the best time . I want to go back so soon I could eat there every day! read more

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Lang Van was JUMPING! It was Saturday evening around 8 and EVERY table was filled. But I only waited a few minutes. You can tell this is a popular neighborhood spot - the walls were COVERED with Christmas cards and marriage/baby announcements. So the food: I had Vietnamese iced coffee - I hate cold coffee but loved the experience. It was delish and strong! The yellow pancake - ban xeo was crispy and fresh with shrimp and pork and a plate of lettuce and herbs to wrap it in. The lemon grass chicken with vermicelli was perfectly seasoned, fresh and DELISH! I'll be back!! read more

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I know this place has a cult-like following...but I've just never been into Vietnamese food. I have tried Vietnamese food a dozen times in the past, but I always thought the foods were a subtle version of the bolder, spicier Thai food (which I love!). Still, we decided to finally check out this Charlotte landmark restaurant... When we arrived at 5 pm, there was already a line! Still, we managed to get seated right away. As expected, the place was very modest and casual...a bit loud and kitschy? The menu was surprisingly extensive...pages and pages full! We started with the Yellow Pancake with Chicken. For our entrees, my husband ordered Chicken Lemongrass Curry, and I ordered Cary Tom Vermicelli w/ Shrimp & Tofu. Well, turned out I misordered...I meant to order this stir fry noodle dish, Vermicelli w/ Curry (?)...but what I ended up ordering was this soupy Curry bowl instead. *SIGH* Frankly, I was a bit overwhelmed with the menu with its many exotic titles...and guess I should have looked at it more carefully...or better yet, I should have pointed at the picture of the dish I wanted from Yelp! In any case, here's my honest opinion of the dishes. I liked the crispy texture of the pancake, but it was quite hard to eat this...as the chicken kept falling out. The flavor was good as well. Again, I just found it a bit awkward...as the items were hard to eat with the utensils. My husband liked it more than I did. My husband also thought the Chicken Lemongrass Curry was good, but wasn't blown over by it. I thought the curry bowl I misordered was good as well, but disappointing in its lack of green veggies. It was basically a Yellow on Yellow dish...and very soupy...basically a Curry Ramen, with the Vermicelli Noodle. Like my husband, I wasn't blown over by it. So...frankly, we both weren't too impressed with what we ordered. For some reason, we expected more...better (given its cult following)? Maybe we didn't order the best dishes...just don't know what to think. Then here's the other thing. The service was REALLY bad. Our waitress seemed to be in this mad rush the whole time, just running back and forth. She basically forgot to put in our order for at least 10-15 minutes (we had to repeat our order when she returned to our table to refresh her memory). She also forgot my husband's beer (we had to ask her THREE times!). Also, this waitress was probably half my age, and called me "Honey" ...while calling my husband "My Love" and "Daddy". WOW. I've never experienced an Asian waitress using such terms of endearments (I call it "terms of belittlements"...absolutely hate it!). I personally found it rude and inappropriate. I get that she meant no harm, and was just being flirty or whatever (so I didn't lash out), but I found her "terms" just rude and disrespectful. I'm old enough to be her mom...and my husband is certainly not her "Daddy" lol. I don't think I EVER got addressed as a "Honey" from another Asian waitress in my life...so it was a bit shocking. My husband and I managed to laugh it off, but we both found it odd and again, very inappropriate. ANYHOO, I'm glad we finally checked out this highly raved restaurant. While I think the foods were good, they didn't knock us over in any way. Also, while I expected super-good service (according to the reviews I've read), we got nothing close to it. Not only bad, but rude! Overall, I thought the foods tasted good...but quite lacking...in veggies, presentation, and even for its skimpy quantity for the price points. Also, again, the service was just not good...on several levels, as I've explained. This experience was just disappointing, to say the least. Maybe we hit the place on a wrong day...ordered the wrong item...got the wrong waitress??? We left feeling a bit puzzled by all the hoopla over this place. Who knows...maybe we'll give it another try in the future. For this first time experience, however, it was sub-standard. Sorry, but it was a 2-star experience for us both. read more

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-- Misleading reservation and poor handling I never leave negative reviews, but our Christmas Eve was ruined here. We arrived on time at 4:50 PM for our supposedly confirmed reservation for five -- something their website/online listings imply they accept. In reality, they did not honor our reservation, communicated almost nothing, and seated other parties who arrived later while we waited for over an hour. On Christmas Eve, we were left without dinner; the family ended up with Jets Pizza (which saved the night), but because I can't eat gluten, I had to make a separate meal at home. If reservations aren't reliable here, they should say so clearly. -- Not coming back. read more

Lang Van was incredible! The service was amazing; there was always someone checking on our table. The inside decor was so cute too. But the star of the show of course was the food. I'm not sure what my meal was called because my friend who's a regular ordered for me, but it was amazing. I love the hot sauce they serve on the tables too. 10/10 read more

86 Health score . No Thank You . No . This health score has many troublesome descriptions. Roaches was the one . No way . Clean up Lang Van read more

Visited Lang Van and the Vietnamese dishes were truly outstanding -- fresh, flavorful, and memorable. The only thing that gave me pause was the final bill. I should've asked for a detailed breakdown but they were so busy, as the total felt higher than expected for what we ordered. Also, parking can be a challenge during peak hour, so be mentally prepared for a wait or plan to arrive before peak time. Still, the food itself absolutely delivered. read more

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Came on a Fri night at 6PM and already a line out the door. Parking lot was full. We waited about 15 mins to get seated (only two of us). By the time we left, the line was twice as long and people were parked so tight it was hard to get out. We ordered the same items as before (#61 Stir Fry Vermicelli Noodles with Chicken Curry & Pineapple Pecan Chicken Special) and they were excellent again! They really need some local IPA's added to their beer menu. The staff really hustles to turn the tables! read more

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The Good This restaurant was lauded by the Top Chef judges when they were in Charlotte filming the last season. We love Vietnamese food so we took an Uber to the restaurant from our hotel in Uptown Charlotte. $33 later we were disappointed The bad The pho had a watery broth The dish the waitress recommended (trust me) wasn't good. Broad noodles with shrimp, beef, chicken and vegetables. The summer roll was the best we've had so that should be in the good category The Uber back to the hotel was $27 Service was friendly Decor is old school with lots of Christmas lights read more

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This is a must-go in Charlotte. Very authentic Vietnamese food with a vast selection of dishes from vermicelli to rice to Pho and more. The service was amazing! People are so friendly, you can tell it's very community oriented with the way they treat their customers and talk to them like they've been long time friends -- they have a huge wall filled with cards from families. They move really fast so prepare to be slightly overwhelmed. They get you seated quickly, then they might try to rush you into getting apps for the table (or they might just recommend something / order it for you) which was fine because it was delicious lol. Very cute spot and feels like you're right at home! read more

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Food was tasty Iced coffee was delish Long line even at 2:00 on a Tuesday afternoon Now we can say we've been My kids went back again a couple months later read more

I came here with my family for my birthday lunch! Small and cozy restaurant, the wait staff team was friendly. I loved my waitress she was attentive, knowledgeable, and funny. I came here originally after the Pho, but the vegetarian (#72) fresh rice noodles caught my attention. My family each tried a bite and said it was the best thing on the table. I also enjoyed the hot jasmine tea. We are definitely coming back! read more

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This place was recommended as the best Vietnamese restaurant in Charlotte. We came on a Sunday afternoon and there was a pretty long line. The food was yummy but it wasn't the best pho I've ever had however,the curry was delicious and I will be going back to try more items. read more

Lang Van - Vietnamese Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

Lang Van is always a good experience. Customer service is always phenomenal & the food is flavorful. Enjoyed my pho and fresh summer rolls. The restaurant is always clean and put together even during busy hours. read more

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The food was great and Yen was genuinely kind. She went above and beyond to make sure our dinner here was enjoyable, and her recommendations were great. This place appears like it's very neighborhood friendly and I would highly recommend. read more

Lang Van - Vietnamese Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

We were craving Asian food after being in the South for days and found this place on Yelp. By the time we got in for dinner, they were pretty busy but they still had some open tables so we got seated pretty quickly. We ordered spring rolls, banh crocs and Hu Tieu, which is supposed to be a noodle soup according to my husband, but it came out to be a stir fry dish. I liked the spring rolls but it felt like it was rolled in haste. The banh xeo was delicious! It was crispy and had a generous amount of pork and shrimp. The Hu Tieu was a bit too salty so that's my least favorite dish. The staff seemed to know most of the customers there and the customers who were there seemed to be regulars. It's pretty cool to know that this place has a lot of regulars because it means their service and food are consistent! read more

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Another great meal. This place does not disappoint. Always a great and charming service. They make you feel welcomed. The food is simple and delicious. I have visited this restaurant several times and never had a bad experience. You need to try this place if you are in the area. read more

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Saw this place with good ratings and wanted to check it out before leaving Charlotte. The ambiance and decor seemed very fitting for an authentic Vietnamese restaurant. They had a lot of options from different regions that you don't normally see at every restaurant. Our checked on us frequently and helped answer some questions. I had to the Vietnamese coffee because it's the best. We also shared the fresh spring rolls, beef pho and broken rice with pork chop and egg quiche. Spring rolls weren't the best, it barely had vermicelli noodles in it and mostly veggies. The sauce was mostly hoisin and didn't have that distinct peanut flavor that I'm used to. The pho was lacking a bit of depth in the broth although the noodles and meat were cooked well. I think what I enjoyed the most was the rice dish with pork chop. While I do think the food is authentic, I did find it lacking in some flavor on some of the dishes. read more

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We went here one day and then came back to back for the entire week, no joke. It can be busy in the evening but not hard to get a table! Food is AMAZING, probably the best Pho in Charlotte. Love the owner! read more

My non-Viet friend was hyping this place up so much so I came in with quite a bit of expectation. Upon walking in, I was greeted with a very homey and friendly vibe. The wall was fully decorated with holiday cards from everyone who came and loved the restaurants, which really spoke to how well loved the restaurant is. The staffs all greeted me warmly. I honestly couldnt decide on what to get but ended up with the classic, Pho, and a Goi Ga (chicken salad). And oh my, my expectations were met. The Goi Ga sauce was excellently seasoned and the chicken was tender. The Pho broth was insane, so close to the taste I had growing up in Vietnam. I highly highly recommend visiting this gem if you're ever in CLT! read more

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Last Sunday was the first time going here, and I've lived in Charlotte all my life. Why I haven't been is to unknown. This place is fantastic and awesome customer service. Can't wait to go back read more

Lang Van - Vietnamese Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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Deserves all the recognition it garners. Simple yet extremely flavorful food. Relaxed atmosphere read more

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If you want to have some real PHO You found your spot! This place is what they call "hole in the wall" kinda place. Great service and the food is amazing! Lots of locals - this place is packed all day. Service is quick and very friendly. Thank you read more

Food was pretty good but I don't know if it was worth the hour wait in line. Service was good and somewhat fast. The room is small so the loud talking/screaming from the obnoxious people that were sitting behind us felt even more amplified. I would go back but I don't know if it was worth the wait. read more

Lang Van - Seafood egg noodle soup - Vietnamese Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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This restaurant offers authentic dishes with much variety and flavors that anyone can find a dish they would appreciate and come back for. The service is second to none. Everyone is super friendly and the only caveat at this place the parking and a possible wait. However, well worth it. read more

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Lang Van is easily one of the best restaurants I've ever been to in my life. The food and service are both truly incredible, and challenged all of my beliefs about what it means to be a great restaurant. Lang Van is not the fanciest restaurant you've ever been to, and it doesn't need to be. They focus on what matters here: the food and the service. The restaurant immediately made me feel like I was at my grandmas house. My server treated me like an old friend and made me feel genuinely cared for. The service here is top notch, but in a laid back way that makes you feel at home. With a menu of over a hundred items, I didn't know where to begin. I admitted it was my first time, and my friendly server began asking series of questions to determine the best match for me. She landed on number 44: the chicken coconut curry with rice. I also ordered spring rolls and wonton soup. The spring rolls were probably the best I've ever had, and the curry was definitely up there. But the soup... that wonton soup was literally a perfect bowl of soup. This modest bowl of soup didn't have much going on, but it didn't need to. It was simple, well executed, comforting, and made slow down to stop and appreciate its beauty -- the perfect analogy for this restaurant as a whole. read more

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Food was amazing!! The service was amazing as well, they made us feel very welcomed. My family didn't know what to get so our server chose for us, she asked what type of protein we wanted and went from there. Ambiance was very cozy, loved it. read more

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Love this place! Lang Van is a Charlotte staple, so if you haven't been here it's time to go. My go to is the lemongrass beef, medium spicy. Other standouts are the spring rolls, all the vermicelli dishes, and the hot pot. They also have tons of options for vegans and vegetarians. The owner, Dan, is the sweetest lady who will remember your order or have something special made for you. They're always busy, but the service is great and the food comes out quickly. I do takeout most of the time, but I like dining in as well. The inside is old school and comfortable good for a casual lunch or dinner. Another place with an extensive menu so you can go regularly and try something different each time. read more

Lang Van - Lemongrass beef, medium spicy. - Vietnamese Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

#30 Pho Tai Nam (3/5): I'm generally not a huge fan of pho, and all of the ones I've had taste pretty much the same to me. This one wasn't any different. #110 Mi Xao Kho Thap Cam (3/5): Loaded stir fry with tons of different ingredients, but all the flavors kinda just blended in together and it was a little bland overall. I was also hoping the noodles would be a little crispy, but they weren't. *Extra star for great service that was extremely fast (my water must have been refilled at least 10 times over the course of our short meal). RATING SYSTEM 5 - Great (Need to get this again) 4 - Good (Would get this again) 3 - Ok (Might give this another shot) 2 - Not Good (Won't get this again) 1 - Bad (Telling people to avoid this) read more

Lang Van - #110 Mi Xao Kho Thap Cam - Vietnamese Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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I had a fantastic time at Lang Van. From the moment I walked in, the staff were friendly and attentive. I tried the beef pho, and the broth was rich and wonderfully seasoned. The fresh herbs and crunchy spring rolls improved the meal significantly. read more

It had been on my must-try list, so we recently stopped by this place. I ordered the vermicelli combo and a dish the staff recommended--she asked what we liked and didn't like and confidently said, "I got you." Right from that moment, I felt taken care of. The staff were not only friendly but also hands-on and attentive throughout the meal. The food had great flavor! The vermicelli dish had just the right mix of herbs, protein, and sauce. The dish the staff recommended was equally good: thick noodles packed with vegetables and meats. I totally see why this spot has been a staple for years. I will absolutely be back. read more

Lang Van - Bun Tom, Thit Nuong, Cha Gio - Vietnamese Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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Living in Charlotte for almost four years now, I can't believe it took me this long to try Lang Van. When you go inside, it just feels like home. Everyone knows everyone here. I just saw the servers and, I'm guessing, the owner hugging their loyal customers. Everything is clean. I love the pictures, holiday cards, and awards on the wall. All of the servers are smiling, enjoying what they're doing, and talking to all the customers to make them feel welcome. This is the only restaurant I've experienced in Charlotte that has this much connection and love for its customers. The food was legit! I had the Mi Dac Biet, and my wife had the Pho Dac Biet. Both were large portions. Cha Gio 5/5 These rolls are perfect! Packed with meaty goodness but not too salty. I might prefer these than the Filipino Lumpia that I grew up with hahah Pho Dac Biet 5/5 Large portion. Clear and delightful broth paired with fresh noodles and good cuts of meat. If you want the classic traditional pho. This is it. Mi Dac Biet 4/5 Large portion as well. Clear broth compliments the springy egg noodles, shrimp and cuts of meat. The only reason why I gave a 4 was because it was imitation crab and not real crab. Overall both noodle soup dishes are and great and perfect for the cold weather. I'm looking forward to trying all their other dishes. And like what all the servers say. I'll see you tomorrow Lang Van. Overall 5 out of 5. read more

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As a fellow viet, I feel the need to try vietnamese food everywhere I go. I gotta find my people and support them! But honestly, here's what really happened - I'm from out of town visiting. I had way too much fun the night before at an edm festival and when i rolled over in my bed the next morning, I was craving a much needed bowl of hangover pho soup and a crispy banh xeo to continue my mini weekend getaway. With one eye open, I searched Google and found this place... hands down the best banh xeo I've ever had in the US. Heck, I will go as far to say, it's better than some of the ones I've had in VIETNAM! Everything else we got was also pretty decent but definitely go for the banh xeo. I'm going to be dreaming about it until I can have it again. Atmosphere is a typical pho place. Staff was sooooo helpful, attentive, and nice! read more

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The excellent service is to be acknowledged from the moment of opening the door until stepping out of the establishment! Something you don't see to often at the caliber it was displayed. It is a cute and welcoming place to dine, giving a great vibe to sit and enjoy a wonderful meal! The Chicken Pho was perfectly balanced. A great variety of vegetables as well as a balance of broth and noodles. The fresh roll and the peanut sauce was a great starter. I would definitely return and recommend. read more

ONLY THE BEST VIETNAMESE RESTAURANT IN THE WORLD. I will never, ever stop raving about this place. The flavors are unmatched, the menu options are plentiful, the staff is insaaaaaanely friendly and welcoming, the ambiance??!! Don't even get me started. I've visited Lang Van many times over the course of the few years I've lived in Charlotte. Not once did I experience anything other than 1000 stars. A must visit when in Charlotte! read more

First off, the energy of the waitress and waiter is great here. Quite an entertaining bunch of people every time they bring the food up. As a family of 4 we got the lotus rootlets salad to start and it was amazing! So refreshing and tender are the rootlets. For my main course I got the pho dac viet which includes an assortment of all the meats available. I could personally use a bit more meat but that's just me :). Would definitely come again for the liveliness and selection of food. Maybe a Vietnamese beer next time as well. read more

Lang Van - Vietnamese Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

The service is always top tier! I love that they give you recommendations if you're not sure what to order. They made sure our tea stayed filled and continually checked on us. Our food was hot and delicious! 10/10 read more

Lang Van - Bun Tom, Thit Nuong, Cha Gio with beef - Vietnamese Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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It was cold and freezing in Charlotte so we wanted to eat soup. How happy were we when we found Lang Van for a hot Pho Dac Biet! There were many locals dining in and it felt like a community gathered around in this restaurant. Everybody seems to know each other. We were just tourists around the area but the servers made us feel welcomed. Even the locals who sat next to our table were recommending their favorite dish. So we tried the yellow pancake with shrimps as recommended and it did not disappoint. The Pho Dac Bet tasted so authentic like what we had in Vietnam that we wanted more! The egg rolls were so delicious too! Sweet tea Was a hit but their vietnamese coffee was the icing on top! The ambiance was festive and homey. Really felt like a family holiday. read more

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Prepare to be full! Been here twice, a few years apart. Experience was identical--awesome both times. The portions are big, the vibes low-key and fun. The pho is so simple but so satisfying, on a hot day or cold day! I don't eat shellfish, and the menu is quite extensive, so rather than try to sort it out myself, I asked what they'd recommend without it, and they said they'd take care of me. I don't know the name of what I got, but I don't need to ... When I come back, they'll know what I want before I do! read more

Lang Van - Beef, chicken, and veggies cooked to tender perfection in a delicious sauce. - Vietnamese Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

I was super excited to try Lang Van, especially after seeing all the positive reviews and learning that they recently received a Michelin Bib. When we walked in, everything initially felt great, the service was kind, and we were seated right away. We ordered a few appetizers and coffee and then waited for our entrées. Unfortunately, it took over 50 minutes from finishing our appetizers to receiving our meals. I wish that were where the issues ended... While we were eating, I noticed something crawling up the wall. A BABY ROACH then crawled onto our table. We tried to stay calm so as not to disturb other guests, but when we informed the staff, they acted as if this were not a new or surprising situation. They killed the roach directly on our table, right on top of our chopsticks, and then carried on as if nothing had happened, no replacement chopsticks, no attempt to reset the table, nothing. We immediately asked for the check because, as anyone knows, if there is one baby roach, there are usually MANY MORE. We also noticed that the health rating was nowhere to be seen, which I believe is illegal??? Although the servers were apologetic, our meal was not comped in any way... After leaving, we drove around to the back of the building since we had parked in the front lot, and it was absolutely filthy, with food scattered on the ground, and trash everywhere. It was shocking and, frankly, explained the roach issue. I truly do not understand how this restaurant received a Michelin Bib with this level of sanitation. I was disgusted and genuinely don't understand how people who parked in the back, walked past that mess, and still chose to eat there. It was literally a kitchen nightmares situation... read more