Culantro (Eryngium foetidum)…read more My favorite pho place in Queens switched to culantro from the usual Asian basil as fresh herb garnish. Culantro is a long narrow leaf with sawtooth edges. I haven't seen this in the Northern Philippines. It doesn't look appetizing in this picture but it does taste good, as if the crinkles were intended to make it more flavorful (has to fact check this assumption). I like culantro. This herb is bright, zesty and greatly enhanced the light and clear broth of the pho. A staff member said it's just a seasonal change. The herb for cha gio remains the same, fresh mint. #curious_eater

I was craving Vietnamese food today, and after doing some research, I found this place that claimed…read moreto be authentic and traditional Vietnamese. I honestly don't even know where to start. I already knew the area wasn't the best looking area, so that part didn't surprise me. But the restaurant itself was something I had never experienced before in NYC. I'm a huge food lover and I'm willing to travel when I'm craving something specific. I've eaten everywhere, from high-end restaurants to tiny family owned spots. But this was by far the dirtiest restaurant I've ever been to in New York City. I genuinely wonder how the health department hasn't shut this place down. Since I was already there and hungry, I decided to take the risk and give it a shot anyway. I regret it. I honestly felt bad about allowing myself and my wife to eat there. The walls near the kitchen and bathroom were disgusting, the tables were dirty, and if you sit near the kitchen, you can literally see the staff grabbing basil leaves and bean sprouts with their bare hands to serve customers. No gloves, no tongs, nothing. I was honestly speechless about the hygiene situation. At one point, a waitress brought herself a summer roll, stood right next to our table, grabbed sauce from another customer's table, and started eating while standing there. There was so much going on in that place that I honestly can't even explain it properly. If you ask me about the food itself, I don't think it was bad. But at the same time, I can't give a fair opinion because my brain simply wouldn't let me enjoy the meal peacefully while constantly noticing the chaos and lack of cleanliness around me. I would not recommend this place if hygiene and cleanliness matter to you. This place is unbelievably dirty.

My family loves Jojui's Banh Mi. We used to come to this original…read moreLocation often so it's been a while. Bought take out banh mi, joju fries and spring rolls - so delish! Unfortunately forgot to take pics of food b4 gobbling! Place is kinda old and run down so better to pickup and go. Service was super nice & fast.

Chose a close by spot for delivery. This one had high ratings so I gave it a shot. I go the joju…read moremonster banh mi. Bread was crispy with a nice chew. But there was way way too much carrot and daikon. But overall good banh mi. The crunchy monster spring roll was very crispy but not lots of filling, mostly the spring roll wrapper. The veggie rolls were crispy but it like got no seasoning and def needed sauce. The lemongrass chicken bowl was decent but the chicken tasted a little old and microwaved but you can taste the lemongrass. I'd order just the banh mi next time. They have a big selection to choose from.

Enjoyed a dinner of regular size #2 pho and a piece of spider spring roll. Three others had pork…read morechop with rice, meat ball pho and a big #1 pho with bone marrow. The pho came with sides of bean sprouts, fresh basil and lime wedge. I enjoyed my pho but wouldn't order the spider (fried soft shell crab) roll again. Not enough flavor for the roll even with the peanut sauce. Service was attentive (several refills of tea) and friendly. The place felt clean and not too noisy -- this was on a rainy Satuday night. Not sure if it gets really crowded and noisy on weekends generally.

Pho Best lives up to its name--this really is some of the best pho you'll find in the area. The…read morebroth is deeply flavorful, rich without being heavy, and clearly simmered with care. Portions are generous enough to share, though you may not want to once you get a taste. If you happen to visit on a day when they have the bone marrow available, don't hesitate--order it immediately. It's a rare treat (they only have it once in a blue moon), but when they do, it takes the bowl to another level. Beyond the pho, the crispy spring rolls are a must-try. The crackly, golden exterior with the savory meat inside makes for an addictive combo. Their grilled pork over rice is another standout--tender, flavorful, and satisfying. Overall, Pho Best is a reliable go-to for comfort food, big portions, and some memorable specialties when you're lucky enough to catch them. Highly recommended.

Vietnamese restaurant with a pretty diverse menu, offering a lot of traditional dishes beyond just…read morepho. The restaurant is right across the street from the 74 St/Roosevelt Av Station connecting to LaGuardia Airport, making this a convenient stop prior to taking the shuttle to LGA. I picked up a banh mi to take to go. The bread was toasted as well. Given that I didn't eat the sandwich until almost an hour later, it was still very good. There was a generous amount of cold cut meats, pate, and mayo inside. Overall I was very happy with my order and hope to stop by again to dine in and enjoy the rest of the menu!

We made a quick stop in Queens and while we were here we thought of finding a place with some…read morereally good pho. You never expect to find it here yet, here we are, at Roosevelt Ave. in Jacksonville heights, Queens with some REALLY good pho! My fear got the best of me and prevented me from going a more "exotic" route and thus I went with a simple pho with rice noodle and beef. Yet simple this was not this broth had such tremendous flavor without the need to compromise it with any additional toppings/add ons. Though I haven't ventured too much out here with Vietnamese pho I have tried several and can confidently say this is the BEST one I've had yet! Combine that with amazing prices and welcoming service, we gladly have a restaurant that we will visit everytime we're in the area from now on.

I got the premium ramen noodle soup with crystal noodles. It's hard to find crystal noodles aka…read morepotato noodles outside of hotpot places. I just wished it was the flat potato noodles but it still tasted delicious nonetheless. My wife got the signature spicy hot noodle soup. It is definitely spicy enough. She said it made her cough with a gleeful smile on her face. The milk tea is good but I wished the boba was a bit softer. The price is decent. It's $30 total. It's comparable to other places. The only minus is I spotted some mosquitos and I wished there was more space.

I found this place on Yelp as I put in places at Elmhurst since I would be in the area around…read morelunchtime time. This restaurant is literally a hole in the wall. They do have a restroom for customers, but bare minimum seating and tables for people to dine in. Don't expect to get any table service, and it's first come, first seating. I saw a lot of supreme stuff all over the restaurant, too. The bike and boxes inside made it look like a warehouse or a large closet, too. It threw me off. You would order and then grab a seat. Someone will bring the food to your table if you're eating there. They do have ac, so that's good if you're trying to escape the heat. My friend and I ate inside and got the summer rolls, which wasn't tightly wrapped, and it was so hard to eat. It came apart right away, which I've never seen happen before. I don't suggest getting it at all. It was too messy to eat, and the ingredients were mainly noodles. I got the taro tea as that doesn't have caffeine inside of it. For my main meal, I got the hot pot noodle soup with a medium spice level with been tendon and fatty beef. The bad part about it was that my stomach hurt after an hour or so. I didn't eat breakfast, so it was definitely a reaction from this meal.

I saw this restaurant one day diving by and knew i wanted to check it out. I stopped by one evening…read morefor dinner to go. It's a fairly big restaurant with several places to sit and eat to dine in. I decided on done chicken pho and chicken banh mi (sandwich). The staff were very friendly. I spoke to them about my upcoming trip to Vietnam (already went)and they spoke very highly about their home country and food I would enjoy. I went home and devoured my pho, lol. It was truly delicious. It was nicely seasoned and very fulfilling I could only eat half and saved the rest for leftovers. The next day I warned up my banh mi and was very satisfied. This is truly a spot I will order from again and again.

I came here on a rainy day with my mom. We ordered the beef stew noodles to share. We also gotta…read moreorder chicken wings, and the shrimp spring rolls. The staff is very nice. The place has a decent amount of seating in a small area. The standout of course is their pho. The brother is really good and the noodles are cooked. Perfect. The beef had really good texture flavor, but there was an enormous amount of fat. I expect fat, but there was more fat than meat. All in all it was good. I would definitely come back

I came with my mom for her birthday since she wanted Thai food. I took her up on her wish, and…read morefound Na Rath under "hot & new" restaurants. When I saw that it was AYCE Thai food AND sushi?! I was sold. Everything was spectacular from start to finish. We started with the pompano fish with mango salad & the Tom Yum Kung. The fish was crispy and the mango salad was so flavorful. I was impressed with the giant prawns in the soup. Already we were half full finishing the main entrees. For the buffet options, we ordered salmon sashimi, seafood pad see ew, Moo Ping Thai bbq pork, and Nur Yang steak. I would devour everything again except for the steak, which I found bland and not tasty. Overall service was A++. The music playing was fun. I'm very excited for what's to come for this new restaurant. Can't wait to tell all my friends & fam about it!

Back for another tasting at Na Rath - service as usual was on point, explained menu and chef…read morespecials. Got us some waters to the table pretty quickly and put in the food orders after much deliberation. Needed up with the soup Noodle boat and the beef krapow. It was pretty busy tonight and we had to share a table but overall food quality is on point as always. I ordered the beef krapow spicy and it was . Super authentic flavor that stays in your soul after eating. Th e beef noodle soup was insane an so flavorful. Everything was amazing and on par with being in Thailand. Ambiance was pretty casual and cozy. You will have a great time.

The staff are so friendly and accommodating. The ambiance is a nice, dim, sleek feel. The…read moreservice, incredible. Very attentive wait staff. The music played is soft and smooth. Jazzy esque tunes with some Sade mixed in. Excellent vibe. Everything is so delicious. Most recent visit, I dined in for a solo lunch. I ordered two apps. The lemongrass chili oil steamed dumplings and the Fried Brussel sprouts. Both were incredible. The dumplings were steamed (you can also order fried) with Napa cabbage, chicken and herbs. The addition of the chili oil offers such elevation. Gingery, chili, crispy goodness. Highly recommend. A small app for two, a nice portion for one. The Crispy brussel sprouts are deep fried with butter, garlic and sweet chili sauce topped with peanut crunch. One bite and my salivary glands went to heaven. The sweetness compliments the sprouts beautifully. Highly highly recommend. Upon finishing the dumplings, I added the sprouts to the chili oil and again, the flavors were unbelievable. I honestly didn't want it to end. I'll be back soon! A perfect lunch and I was left feeling quite full.

Just ordered a bahn mi and pho to go and it turned out well. Sandwich was stuffed and soup was full…read moreQuick and easy service

As a Queens Native, this spot is definitely a feel good, taste good spot. As a cash only…read morerestaurant, hidden away from the main streets, Taste Good has many great dishes. Their roti canai is to die for and their Kari laksa is packed with flavors. They typically also give complimentary tea for every table, which is a nice balance to everything you're eating. Given that it was a hot summer day when I had this, I got myself their milk tea which was nice and refreshing. A lot of people typically come here for their lunch breaks alone, and that alone makes it very cozy to be in.

Still holding steady at four stars. There are always a few standout dishes, balanced by some that…read morefeel a bit average. The service is warm and efficient, adding to the overall comfortable experience. The Hainanese chicken could use a touch more seasoning, and the dipping sauce leans a bit too sweet for my taste, but the chicken itself is consistently cooked to perfection: tender, silky, and satisfying. The beef satay is another highlight, well-executed and flavorful. The Singapore rice noodles could use some refinement. They're properly seasoned, but lack anything distinctive to set them apart. The beef chow fun, on the other hand, is done well, the noodles hold their texture without breaking apart, and there's a nice portion of beef. And don't skip the treats at the counter, made fresh daily. The roast pork buns and curry puffs are definitely worth trying.

Bring cash or pay via Zelle!…read more The ladies who work there are so friendly and helpful with the menu! There are 10 level of spices! So know your spice when you are ready to order!! Such a cute interior, although a bit tight! And would be tough for a big group to get a table! But I want to go back already to try difference dishes!!

A bit different from the Thai food you're probably used to but change is sometimes good!…read moreWe had some of the best fish and chicken we've ever had and also loved the starter salad. Chicken was so so crispy and you could just head the crunch with every bite. Fish was also great and prepared really well. Staff were nice and could help you with recommendations as needed! It's not a huge establishment and is pretty popular so you may want to expect a wait time I believe it's cash only so bring cash!