We ordered the Chả Cá Lã Vọng (Turmeric Fish). It was prepared with basa and had a very mild, approachable taste, served with a plentiful and fresh variety of greens for wrapping. While the dish was enjoyable, I wish the Mắm Tôm (fermented shrimp paste) had been included as it appears in the menu description. When I asked for hot oil, we were served Sriracha, so I had to be more specific to get the house chili oil. Perhaps my partner's request for a fork and spoon pinned us as "safe" diners! Judging from other reviews, this might not be your first choice for Phở -- though the Súp Cua (crabmeat soup) seems to be a notable exception. From our experience, Pho Today or Pho Ha still hold the crown for the best Phở and generous portions. On a high note: the Chả Giò (spring rolls) were excellent -- better than most we've had lately. Le Viet is the ideal place for a crowd that wants a full bar, sports on TV, and authentic Vietnamese food. The dark, modern ambience and generous spacing between tables mean you can actually talk (and talk loudly) without bothering your neighbors. The staff -- specifically a young man and woman who helped us -- were incredibly nice and accommodating. read more

Good meal at a decent price with good service. It's got lighting like a bar/lounge with decor like a nail salon but who cares. Good meal and I'd go back. read more

My absolute favorite, cost effective, tasty, flavorful, consistent vegan dish. Great Service & Quality for Take out, delivery & dining in. Chill, relaxing vibe with comfortable seating and a beautiful dining room. read more

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I was hoping that their bò lá lốt would be great since I haven't had it for a while but I just don't like their seasoning. Bún bò is okay, a little sweet. Spacious restaurant, not too hard to find street parking. read more

Le Viet Restaurant - Bun bo - Vietnamese Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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We were the only folks there so service was quick. We got - large beef pho - spring rolls (these are not pictured. They were very good and larger than we were expecting) - grilled shrimp sliders - crispy crepe - small beef pho It was a lot of food. More than we were expecting. We ended up taking leftovers home. The spring roles and sliders were my favorites read more

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My friend and I came here on a whim for dinner one night and had a great meal. It wasn't very busy, so service was quick and attentive. We started out by splitting a bao bun with crispy tofu, carrots, scallion, cucumber, and hoisin sauce. The bao was nice and fluffy, but not the best I've ever had. For my main entree, I got the Bun Dau Hu Cha Gio Chay (vermicelli dish) with crispy tofu, a veggie roll, lettuce, cucumbers, bean sprouts, and peanuts. It was really yummy and refreshing on a warm summer night. Overall we had a solid dinner and I'd return, probably in the fall or winter for a cozy, warm dish! read more

Le Viet Restaurant - Crispy Tofu Vermicelli - Vietnamese Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

stopped by on christmas eve for a quick lunch. classy, modern pho spot with beautiful booths and plenty of seating! we were the only table at the restaurant, service was quick and attentive. our water cups were never empty, we felt very well taken care of. although the dishes were not cheap, the portions were on the larger side. pho house special was delicious and filling, the meat was generous which makes the price worth it. they definitely didn't skimp on the goodies! summer rolls tasted fresh, everything was done well! only thing i didn't like was the thai iced tea. the thai iced tea lacked body, it tasted watery in texture but too sweet in taste. overall, this is a solid pho spot in philly, ideal for a cold day! read more

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Love the Bun Bo Hue. Great portions and the food always tastes fresh. It could be a little spicier for my taste but you can order chili oil. The packaging is always nice and I never have any spillage. They give you plenty of toppings as well. It has become a go to for me. read more

Le Viet Restaurant - Bun Bo hue and I added my own glass noodles! - Vietnamese Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

I live so close to Le Viet, it's really a shame this was my first time visiting! We easily made reservations on a weekday, but we also could have walked in and got a table without issue. The space is quite large, so very convenient for a big group or get together. It's simply decorated with modern touches and greenery, but did feel somewhat empty. The menu is generous, with tons of options, including plenty of vegetarian selections too. Based on reviews and highlights, I went for the Bun Dau Hu Cha Gio Chay, a vermicelli bowl with tofu, a veggie spring roll, peanuts, bean sprouts, and other veggies. It was a large dish with so many goodies in it! I should have added more sauce myself to enhance the flavors and give it more oompf, but overall, it was solid. They had so many other classes of dishes, including "clay pot" dishes which I was super intrigued by. I didn't expect them to have an extensive cocktail list, but I was pleased to see it! I went for a cucumber cocktail, which was refreshing and paired well with my dish. Service took a little bit of time given how seemingly non-busy it was, and getting the check took a bit too. But, my friend and I were enjoying each other's company and catching up, so it wasn't a big deal at all. The server was super kind and helpful, which also made a difference! The price of the meal was incredibly reasonable for the size and quality. I would definitely revisit Le Viet with a larger group if needing somewhere convenient to eat, and I would also explore take out from them since they are so close to home and with such a large menu. Thanks for being a convenient and delicious option, Le Viet! read more

Le Viet Restaurant - Vietnamese Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Tried this out recently and really enjoyed it! Lychee martini was so good and very much could taste the lychee. I opted for these crunchy noodles in my dish, which wasn't something i had before but found very tasty. Cherry on top for me is always the vegetarian accommodation. When i told her i was vegetarian, she made sure to tell me she would exclude fish sauce from the dish and bring me extra soy sauce/siraccha. We made reservations but maybe okay without on a weekday evening at least. Place was huge, good for a bigger crowd as well. read more

Le Viet Restaurant - Vietnamese Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Food is amazing especially the Basa fish; it's always consistent and the staff are very accommodating. Nice atmosphere and they always have current sporting events on the TVs. read more

We used to be regulars at La Viet, but hadn't been back in a few years because we moved. We went there Christmas Eve and were delighted that the food was still wonderful. Fresh, high quality ingredients with excellent spicing. The service was still top notch. read more

Food is always great, and staff were great, especially Elliott! We're looking forward to returning soon!

Great food and service! This is a hidden gem in Philly! The portions are huge and prices are very reasonable. read more

Le Viet Restaurant - Pho - Vietnamese Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Fast, friendly, and tasty local restaurant. This is our go-to spot for Vietnamese food throughout the week. Friendly staff and full bar as well. read more

everything we had was great. The service was quick, but not overly intrusive. But the food was obviously the best part. And the best thing - one of the best things in Philly - is the crispy rice bowl that has sautéed clams and ground beef. Just an unbelievable dish. read more

I wanted to tried this restaurant for quite a while because I wanted the Vietnamese crab noodles soup and not too many places offer it yet it didn't disappoint me in here! Bún riêu cua is served with tomato broth and topped with freshwater crab. A very popular option among younger Vietnamese people. I also had the Bánh xèo which is the Vietnamese pancake/omelette with crispy wrapping and inside there are some bean sprouts,shrimps,pork and other vegetables. The interior of the restaurant is very clean and they also have alcohol service if you want. Servers are polite and can speak proper English, unlike some restaurants in the Viet town. The price is average but the restaurant looks fancy, and the proportion of the food is very generous. read more

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Nice ambience but the food is another story. I ordered pho with beef flank, my wife ordered the bun bo Huế and bố nhưng dam. Mỹ pho was not served with beef flank but cooked beef shank. The beef had a smoky smell because it was too old. The bun bo Huế noodle was too raw to chew. The bo Nhung dấm was completely raw when it was supposed to quickly soaked through hot water before serving with lemond juice. I told the host, he kept thanking me for letting him know. He said that he told the kitchen. He still charged me for the whole meal. I did not even dispute but told him that they should not serve bad food. At the end of the day, money still dictates. I feel embarrassed for the host when I told him the food was spoiled but I guess people's esteem varies!! read more

Just based on 1 lunch, I loved the strong flavors of my salad and the "Shaking Beef - Bo Lac La"

After passing this place since it opened years ago I finally decided to go and try it with my family. As other reviewers have mentioned the interior is definitely more modern and upscale looking than other Vietnamese restaurants along Washington Avenue. We went there around 2pm on a Saturday and there were only about 3 tables filled. There was only 1 worker serving the tables. He was really friendly, helpful, and efficient. My husband ordered grilled pork with broken rice, and my daughter ordered grilled pork with vermicelli (they said it was good, and pretty much the same as other Vietnamese restaurants), and I ordered claypot pork slices with caramelized onions in a traditional sauce. The clay pot dish was kind of small, and pretty salty. If it had less salt it would have tasted pretty awesome. We also ordered seasonal stir fried vegetables which was disappointing. Their seasonal veggies included bok choy, broccoli, carrots slices, mushrooms, and celery (I think). It definitely was not stir fried, rather, it was in a cornstarch sauce and the veggies were not crispy at all, and very salty. We also shared banh xeo (crispy crepe filled with veggies and shrimp), and this was delicious. If this review was based on the food we ate only I would give it a 3 star, but the server deserves a star! Maybe I should try other entrees here, but most likely I will stick to other Vietnamese restaurants I have been frequenting for years. read more

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It appears the restaurant does not have its act together which is truly disappointing. We typically love this place but can not recommend it now to others. The issue? We ordered for pick up and were informed via the web the order would re ready within 10 minutes. After rushing to the restaurant we found the restaurant to be closed. When calling, we went into an automatic voice mail. Now we need to try to get a credit back from the restaurant as our card has been charged. Save yourself a headache and DO NOT ORDER FROM LA VIET Disappointing at best and very frustrating. read more

Le Viet Restaurant - Closed - Vietnamese Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

This place used to be basically my living room. It's quick, convenient, and consistently fantastic. The owner (?) plays great music. So, sip a martini, eat some cha gio, maybe some chicken with broken rice, listen to Belle & Sebastian or whatever is playing and enjoy a lovely afternoon or evening eating super fresh, super flavorful food. (The only reason La Viet is no longer my living room away from home is simply because I was getting a wee bit chunky.) read more

Ambiance was fine; music was good; service was fine, but food was mediocre. Terribly disappointed as we were there for a birthday dinner. Even more disappointed because I had such fond memory of our last visit here. None of us were impressed tonight. We were here a few years ago and it was fabulous then. Tonight's appetizers were so-so. The meat sliders were a hit, but the egg rolls were overdone and the pancakey appetizer was a thin, dry, fried oddity. Won't come back anytime soon. Maybe if they improve their edibles, but we'll HAVE to check for improved reviews before stepping in again. read more

Given we're still in a pandemic for the restaurant industry, this neighborhood spot was slammed with takeout orders when we stopped in for dinner. The restaurant itself had a healthy crowd of people on a Monday and we felt bad for the limited wait staff of two. I had the bun bo hue and we also got the pho dac biet. We did have a bit of a wait but the food was really quite good and I would recommend trying it out. read more

While this is a more upscale version of nam phuong, you're not sacrificing quality. Whatever you do, get their fried rice. Your life will be changed for the better; I guarantee it. Their summer rolls are always great, and they always make them without pork for me. Everyone loves their beef and pork dishes as well. Can't go wrong with anything on the menu it seems. They have a full bar with several options for Asian beers, and everything is still reasonably priced! read more

Great pho, great big space, and even better prices. This has become a favorite place for me and my wife. When you walk in, the space is clean, modern, and has a cool feel. The space is huge, too. I've been here so many times with just my wife, or a few friends, or even large groups (6-12 people), and have never had a problem getting seats. Sometimes, it's cool to eat at that hole-in-the-wall place and feed off the energy of all the people there. Sometimes, you just want some space. If you're ever feeling claustrophobic and would like to move and breathe and not have to yell to be heard, Le Viet has space. More than anything, we love the food. It has everything you'd expect a pho place to have. My personal favorite is the house pho. My wife's is the shrimp vermicelli. They have great spring/summer rolls. The prices are honestly what seals the deal here. You can get almost everything on the menu for about $10 or less--and it's great food. Tip: if you come for lunch on Sundays, they have a special menu where you can get most of your meals for about $6. Unbeatable. The service has always been great when we've been here--friendly, attentive, and quick. Again, this is one of our favorite spots. It's my go-to when I need a pick-me-up, especially in the winter when the pho feels like it's warming your soul, too. Definitely check these guys out. The place is pho-reaking great. (I told myself before writing this review--"No pho puns." Couldn't help myself.) read more

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I've grown up eating tons of Vietnamese food, so trust me when I say that Le Viet is exactly what a modern Vietnamese restaurant should be. The food is authentic and delicious, accessible to people who might have never tasted Vietnamese food but also good enough for born and raised Vietnamese folks. I've been here with my parents, aunts, and uncles, and it's gotten all of their seals of approval. Everything here hits the mark. The vermicelli noodle bowls, rice dishes, many different soups, and other classic dishes are all spot on. The pho might not be the best in town, but with such a big menu and for the price it's quite good. The fried basa filet in sweet and sour sauce is consistently crispy and delicious, fried perfectly so it's never oily. My favorite is the deep fried tofu (dau hu rang muoi). I'm absolutely a meat guy (there's nothing better than a thick, medium rare ribeye), so when I rave about tofu you know it's the real deal. Chunks of tofu are deep fried until perfectly crispy, topped with fragrant fried onions, garlic, and peppers, and dipped in a delicious sweet chili sauce. I can feel my stomach rumbling just thinking about it. If you're looking for a reliable Vietnamese meal or to introduce someone to Vietnamese food, this is your place. The place is cleaner than most other Vietnamese restaurants I've been, prices are on par with other local places, and the service is impeccable. 4.5 stars for food, bumped up for nailing everything else too. P.S. Try the $6 cash only lunch menu. So worth it! read more

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Nicely decorated quiet place with very friends staff the fried pork Wontons where a good number for there price (around 10 wontons) with a very nice sweet sauce, and the pho I had with sliced beef and flank steak, the beoth was very nice with a hint of mint. Are waiter also paced out the meal well not just sending out everything at once Overall great place to go by yourself or with party up to 8 read more

Le Viet Restaurant - Beef Pho - Vietnamese Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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This place is SO GOOD!! I really love the summer rolls. We decided to get a bunch of different entrees to try and everything was wonderful!

Le Viet has a very upscale feel without upscale prices. The pho here is okay, I only had the appetizer size pho and the broth was very bland. Their bun bo hue is pretty spicy and the broth is very thick. The flavor isn't bad though and but I'm not sure if I would order that again. The best things on their menu is the banh mi. Great flavor in the pork and it's packed with the perfect ratio of vegetables to pork to bread. Every bite of the sandwich is delicious. The service here can be a little slow sometimes. There's no onsite parking so you'll have to get lucky on the street. If you're people who want a nice clean restaurant for Vietnamese food, this is a good spot to take them. If you're looking for a better bowl of noodles, I'd probably go somewhere else. read more

Le Viet Restaurant - 3. Pho (Bo Hoac Ga) - Vietnamese Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Decent ambiance and service. We ordered some noodles, spring rolls, chicken wings, and broccoli stir fry with chicken. Everything was good. It's affordable too. Nothing really stood out though. read more

Best $6 appetizer I've ever had. Le Viet is so far above it's competition that it's almost laughable. Every element by which I rate restaurants is a solid five stars. Let's briefly survey each, shall we? First and foremost, the food is incredible. The sliders (beef, pork, or chicken), which were offered on special for $6, are possibly one of the best bites in the city. They have every flavour, texture, and general quality one would want in top flight dishes: sweet, heat, crunch, softness, great colour, perfect portion. This is a must try. The catfish clay pot also beautifully balances the brilliant complexity of this region's cuisine. Other honourable mentions include, the lime/salt&pepper sauce, and the quail eggs. The service is outstanding. The whole staff works as a team, and everyone is as knowledgable as they are friendly. They were happy to help me pronounce the dishes correctly, so that I might do them the courtesy of ordering properly when I next return. The decor may be a half-click under 'Raw' or 'Mikado'. The interior is clean, and sleek. A clear shot of the kitchen is made visible, which always inspires confidence in my book. It's appropriately nice without being posh. The most fantastic part of the Le Viet experience, is that it's no more expensive than any of the other 2-3 star pho joints on Washington Ave. I'm not served any mystery meats...I don't have to fish tripe or gristle out of my bowl, and there are no screaming children running about al la Pho Ha. - Tangent: Your children are not cute. A big wheels does not belong in a restaurant. No one enjoys screaming while they eat. Daycare and the family business are not synonymous. End Tangent - I'd like to offer a mantra to Le Viet, if they would have it..."La Viet, we' re not more expensive, just better." Try as soon as possible. read more

Le Viet Restaurant - Catfish clay pot - Vietnamese Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Oh, you fancy, huh? Le Viet is the fanciest Vietnamese place I've been. By appearance alone, I'd recommend a visit, maybe even as a date spot. The pho is solid too! I went during their 2 year anniversary, which meant $2.22 pho. While I figured that would mean watered-down, meatless pho, I was pleasantly surprised to find it meant nearly the exact opposite. And despite the busy lunch rush, the staff was friendly and easy to get a hold of when needed. If you're planning a visit, head to their website first. You can sign up to their mailing list and get free spring rolls! read more

Came here for paint nite and it was great!! The servers did an amazing job trying to keep up with everyone's orders, bartenders did an awesome job with the drinks, and the space was just gorgeous. My sisters and I decided to come early so we could get some Happy Hour drinks and appetizers. So glad we did! :-) Ordered: Limeade drink- Whoa, was it DELICIOUS!! And quite strong, but you definately could not tell until it kinda hits you half way inbetween. Beef salad - we could have done chicken, but I wasn't some of that red stuff...lol. I think it was drowned in waaaay too much dressing/sauce, so it really overpowered the dish and I couldn't taste the meat or the lettuce. Next time, I would ask for it on the side. Fried tofu - This was great!! It was fried perfectly with not too much batter, so it wasn't extremely heavy. Came out nice and hot too. Fried banana w/ice cream - Just get it! So good. Fried chicken - I thought it was ok, but I got there late, so I can't really give a full perspective of it since I had the leftovers. Overall, I would definately come again. Ambience and service really made the night read more

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I've been here a few times and here are my thoughts: - this is definitely the best looking Vietnamese spot on Washington avenue. Very clean, good service, has a well stocked bar, televisions that play sports, and it actually takes reservations on open table. - the pop wings are good. Fried and packed with flavor and comes with 6 pieces of wings, watercress, and onions. - the pho is a disappointing. I wouldn't order it here. - ordered the vermicelli bowl that comes with pork, shrimp, and a spring roll. The dish was filling. Felt that the noodles were a little too raw/hard. I wish there was a little more meat for the price. Overall, you're paying a premium compared to the other Vietnamese restaurants for the ambiance and service, while the actual meal is on par with my others. read more

Le Viet Restaurant - Vermicelli combo - Vietnamese Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

La Viet does not look like a typical Vietnamese restaurant. The décor and building are trendy and stylish. It has almost a lounge type feel to it. The service here was excellent, they were attentive, friendly and helpful. We had several appetizers, the fried Spring rolls, Crispy crepe filled with pork, shrimp, bean sprouts, and green onion, La Viet sliders and the Pop's Chicken wings. The standouts here were Chicken Wings and Spring Rolls. Those two appetizers had a lot of great flavors and were just delicious. For the main course we had Chef signature sautéed cellophane noodles and seasonal vegetable, served with your choice of Seafood, Beef, Chicken or Tofu and the Braised Basa filets with onions caramelized in traditional sauce Clay Pot. Both dishes were good but not as outstanding as the two appetizers mentioned above. For dessert we had Vanilla ice cream with fried banana, topped with coconut cream, toasted coconut, and peanuts. This was very good and not too sweet or heavy. We will be back to La Viet. The quality, atmosphere and food make this a restaurant worth visiting. They have a full bar, a decent beer list and lunch and happy hour specials. read more

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Fresh and super tasty food! The bar is nice and welcoming and so is the staff. I even enjoy delivery from here!

I wasn't expecting a high end Vietnamese place on Washington ave but this place was very swanky. Years ago Philly had far more places like this but changed the market to accommodate those who order in an app on their phones. what i found to be lovely was the open atmosphere, the vast menu and the accommodation. I have some dietary restrictions and they had no problem taking care of me without incident. I look forward to coming back here soon. read more

I love this place, definitely one of my favorite spots in the city. The staff is always friendly and the food is always wonderPHO. :-) My go-to's are the wings followed by a big bowl of their steak Pho. Sprinkle some lime juice, sprouts, and basil in the soup and you'll instantly be in heaven. If you go on Sunday they have a $6 lunch special! Basically their most popular dishes discounted, it's amazing. :-) read more

I can't believe it has taken me this long to review this place. It's probably our favorite spot in the city. Pho and food and drinks are all delicious. Reasonably price, really nice CLEAN decor, spacious and always with a randomly good playlist. They're always doing tons of takeout so I get the feeling the neighborhood already knows, but this is the best Vietnamese in an area filled with Vietnamese food. Absolutely love this place. read more

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