Friendly staff, delicious pho ga, and always fun to visit them at Salt City Market, one of my favorite places to visit, with all the energy and creativity around you, it's hard not to enjoy. Highly recommend if you want delicious fresh pho in a great spot with some lovely humans! read more

Mamma Hai - Pho ga - Vietnamese Near Me - Syracuse, New York

This was just okay. I had the peanut bowl. It appears that the tofu in it is fried. So, if you cannot or prefer not to have fried food, this is not the choice for you. The flavor was okay but I have had much better. I think there are better vendors in the Salt City Market. read more

Mamma Hai - Peanut bowl - Vietnamese Near Me - Syracuse, New York

Almost every time I have visited Salt City Market, I haven't been able to try Mamma Hai for one reason or another. I finally had my chance last week! We ordered a curry lemongrass Bahn Mi - holy moly, this thing is delicious. The bread was crunchy on the outside and perfectly soft on the inside. The chicken was wonderfully flavored and the crisp, fresh vegetables balanced the baguette & savory chicken perfectly. It was also a generous size! I believe it was a special on the menu, but don't quote me on this! I am not the one who ordered, so I cannot speak to the service. However, Salt City Market is a must-try if you're looking to expand your culinary experiences! It's always bustling, bright, and a fun place to be. read more

Mamma Hai - Vietnamese Near Me - Syracuse, New York

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The line can get backed up here. I was lucky to beat the rush but had to wait bit also. It's just two workers doing everything and when they are this good, it's easy to get backed up. Very good price to the size of the sandwich. Flavor profile is spot on read more

Mamma Hai - Store front - Vietnamese Near Me - Syracuse, New York

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These are some amazing people that put a lot of love into everything they make. I enjoy the different specials they offer throughout the year, especially the mooncake for mid-autumn festival. I love their graphic of the person riding a dragon and gives the place a fun ambiance. I am not a huge fan of Vietnamese food but really wanted to try their peanut bowl. It was so delicious and such a good price for the portion you get. I also tried the taro egg rolls which I enjoyed. As well as the vietnamese iced coffee, which I didn't know what to expect but found to be quite delicious and addictive. read more

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This stall is at the center of SCM, the heart so to speak. The modest but mighty menu has multiple delicious items for vegetarians. You can't go wrong with a peanut noodle bowl anywhere but this one is especially tasty. I've also had the bun vegan and the taro egg rolls. Everything is consistently great, and the owner is great to talk to. read more

As a longtime fan of Ky Duyen for bahn min, I was excited to see this place open to provide some variety and try something new. Tried Mamma Hais three times, and while the bahn mis are ok, they are: more expensive than Ky Duyen (over $15 with tax and tip compared to $9), less flavorful (they're somewhat bland - I can't figure out why because the ingredients all seem to be there), and the preparation is slow. I can't say I'd go back, and can't really recommend it, unless you're looking for a better "dine in" option, which Salt City provides. read more

We got the curry chicken banh mi and it was amazing! I've never had a curry banh mi so this item instantly caught my attention. This shop is a food stall inside the food court with plenty of sitting area. The bahn mi is also HUGE. We shared one with two people and that was the perfect amount. However, if you are really hungry you can easily finish one yourself. read more

Mamma Hai - Curry chicken bahn mi - Vietnamese Near Me - Syracuse, New York

Ordered the Peanut Bowl after I saw an employee making one. So glad I tried it! The tofu had just the perfect bite and the combination of everything was delicious! Everything was fresh and tasty. I definitely want to come back and try more of their menu items. Can't wait! read more

Mamma Hai - Peanut Noodle Bowl - Vietnamese Near Me - Syracuse, New York

i've been coming to Mamma Hai for the Bahn Mi ever since i first came to Salt city market. The Curry Bahn Mi is my favorite and i get it traditional style with extra veggies. the bread is so crispy and flaky and the veggies are fresh cut. Whether you eat it now or later is still crispy either way. I love this spot and the owner is such a nice lady that has a passion for what she does and you can feel it through the food. read more

After browsing our options at the food hall, my husband and I decided we wanted to try this spot. We tried the Marco Polo Banh Mi and Bao Bun. Both were delicious. The Bao Bun was unlike others I've had and I absolutely loved it. I'd happily go back for more. read more

Mamma Hai - Marco Polo Banh Mi and Bao Bun | Instagram: @telephonesmoothie - Vietnamese Near Me - Syracuse, New York

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Located in the center of Salt City Market you gotta say hi to Mamma Hai, something I have now done regularly. They have a small menu which usually has a choice of sandwiches or noodles, and some sides, such as taro rolls, or other specials which rotate. My go-to is the Bun Thit, a refreshing rice noodle and grilled pork salad with lettuce, herbs, and a sweet fish sauce dressing. The Bun Thit has been bright and light on hot CNY summer days, and a trip to someplace warmer on a cold days. As with most of their menu, there is a vegan version of Bun Thit available. Service is always friendly at Mamma's. Like the rest of the market you pay and then they let you know your food is ready with a buzzer. read more

Mamma Hai - Noodles- pork strips, lettuce, cucumber, mint, carrot, radish, and glass noodles with a vinegarette. So light and refreshing! - Vietnamese Near Me - Syracuse, New York

Wanted to sample an item from here when visiting the market and decided on the Taro Egg Rolls and they were delicious! Great flavor and when I grabbed them to take back to my table, I asked if it came with a dipping sauce and the owner said no, bc it would take away from the flavor and it did not need anything at all. I wish I had one right now! Can't wait to go back and try more food from this place. read more

Mamma Hai - Menu - Vietnamese Near Me - Syracuse, New York

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What a delight... Located in salt city market we received service with the hugest smile! They offer three varieties of bánh mì sandwiches - we opted for the vegetarian and would highly recommend it. Great pickled vegetables, a little bit of heat all on the perfect roll. In addition to the bang mi- they also offered fried spring rolls which were different than any we had before but really tasty. Takes a little bit of time to get your food once you order so use that opportunity to walk around and see what else the market has to offer read more

Mamma Hai - Vietnamese Near Me - Syracuse, New York

Delicious. Was on a road trip and didn't realize it was downtown and a bit harder to park. But, it was worth it. Fresh. Delicious. I did the pork noodle bowl. The pork was cooked beautifully and cut to order. None was left. So good! read more

Mamma Hai - Vietnamese Near Me - Syracuse, New York

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The Peanut Noodle Bowl was SO yummy, I think they prepared the tofu perfectly according to flavor and texture. I'll definitely be back for more. The Vietnamese coffee was also good if you're looking for something sweet! The food was out quickly and the person who took my order was very friendly! read more

Mamma Hai - Peanut Noodle Bowl and Vietnamese Coffee - Vietnamese Near Me - Syracuse, New York

This is the best Pho I ever had. I've had meat based pho before and this place's Vegan pho is even better than that. The owners are so kind and nice! I have a splendid time every time I come here. It's my favorite spot at salt city market. read more

Mamma Hai - Vegan peanut noodles with tofu on the left Vegan pho on the right Super delicious - Vietnamese Near Me - Syracuse, New York

The flavors in the bun thit bowl are perfect. The smokiness from the pork comes through perfectly while the lightness from the mint and sauce make this dish refreshing and not too heavy. I also got the taro egg roll which was so wonderfully crisp! The staff were nice and helpful and my friend and I got out food pretty quick. My friend got the peanut noodle bowl and said it was delicious, not too heavy on the peanut butter so the noodles were still refreshing and delicious. read more

Mamma Hai - peanut noodle bowl with perfect crisp tofu - Vietnamese Near Me - Syracuse, New York

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This was my first experience with Vietnamese food and it was amazing. The woman working was so kind and helpful with helping me choose and pronounce Bun Thit. I swear I could eat it everyday, it's such a good mix of flavors with the fish sauce and the basil, and the amazingly flavorful pork. Just over all such a delicious meal and lovely atmosphere in Salt City Market. I will definitely be coming back for it again (I almost ordered it again just to take home with me) read more

I had the Marco Polo bahn mi -- I figured from the pepperoni in the description that they were more about cool fusion than strict authenticity, and I was right. It cost about twice what I'd pay for a traditional banh mi, but, dang, it was huge, probably three times the volume of a those banh mi, so it was actually sort of a bargain. There was a generous serving of tasty meat, along with lots of carrots and other veggies, in a nod to the traditional flavors. The bread, especially, seemed really awesome -- with a great crispy crunch when you bit into it, and a pleasant texture inside. When I complemented the chef on the awesome bread roll, she said they got it from a Vietnamese bakery in Philadelphia (or was it Pittsburg -- in any case, they went to some serious trouble to get the good stuff). The chef/owners were super-friendly and helpful, definitely stop by! read more

I finally visited Mama Hai and I tried their Mixed Miến Noodles. They were glass noodles with tofu, mixed vegetables, and sesame seeds tossed in a jujube, goji berry soy sauce. It was new to me eating the cold tofu in a hot noodle dish but the nuttiness of the sesame seeds and the salty sauce were nicely balanced. Overall the dish had great flavor and I would definitely return again. read more

Mamma Hai - Mixed Mien Noodles - Vietnamese Near Me - Syracuse, New York

I am very happy with my meal from Mama Hai. I spoke with the chef and received recommendations for vegetarian food. My friend and I split a Hanoi Jane and a Mixed Mien. The Hanoi Jane was served on a fresh and delicious baguette with crispy tofu, fresh cilantro and a vegetarian pate. Outstanding! The Mixed Mien contained cellophane noodles with herbs, vegetables and the best crispy tofu I have eaten anywhere. It actually looked like calamari. The dish contained just the right amount of a delicious sauce. Non-vegetarian meals are on the menu as well. This appears to be a family affair, which is nice to see. I asked for an additional plate to split the entrees and staff were accommodating. I will certainly make a return trip to this restaurant. read more

Visiting from Los Angeles and wanted to find some local viet food. Mamma Hai is top notch! I had the chicken and corn congee and taro eggrolls. I loved the taro bits in the eggroll and the congee was perfectly seasoned (I asked for just a touch of chili on the side for spice). It was perfect. Both reminded me of the way my mamma used to make for us growing up -- so delicious. Highly recommend when in Syracuse. read more

I ordered the Taro Egg Roll and found it to be tasty enough, as others have said, but for $3, it's quite a small amount of food. Bun Thit Nuong had "grilled pork, rice noodles w/ lettuce (and some carrot sticks), local herbs & honey fish sauce." Enough pieces of chewy, mostly gristly pork, but a nice spicy sauce coating. A cup of good fish sauce on the side. read more

Tried Mama Hai while visiting Syracuse on a trip. I tried the Marco Polo bánh mì which was delicious! Bread is a big factor for me and I loved the crunchy outside with the soft inside of the bread roll. Although I wished there was more pickled vegetables in it, I would hands down be back when I am in the area again! We also tried the egg roll which was full of asian flavors. Ended up paying ~$14 for both which seems a little pricey, but I am from Chicago and thats about how much I would pay. Highly recommend. read more

Great food and wonderful service. Always worth the visit when in the area. And an inspiring story to boot.

I visited the Salt City Market in downtown Syracuse today. I'm a gluten-free vegetarian so I scoped out the menus before I headed over. I was there around 2:00pm and the vendors and customers were all respectfully observing COVID precautions. I chose to try Mama Hai, I ordered the Mixed Mien... The vendors were so polite, the order was made fresh and fast... And it was DELICIOUS! I highly recommend: just the right amount of spice, so many textures and flavors in one meal! I wish I could've gotten a picture, as it was visually appealing as well, but I ate it too fast! They also take Apple Pay which is super convenient if you left your wallet at work! read more

Mamma Hai - Mixed Mien - Vietnamese Near Me - Syracuse, New York

Oh my gosh I love this place so much. I could eat here every day. Their curry coup d'etat sandwich makes my mouth water just thinking about it. They're always made with fresh veggies. One of the only places I've eaten that it is the same quality every time. On Fridays they have their pho soup and it's to die for. One of my favorite places to eat in Syracuse read more

We got the Vietnamese Udon and the Saigon Summer rolls. The summer rolls made a great appetizer (we loved the peanut sauce) along with a Belgian saison beer we picked up locally. The Udon was amazing with an incredibly rich and savory broth, to which we added the enclosed noodles, steamed chicken sausage and fried shallots with fresh herbs. A perfect winter warmer for the sudden cold snap we're getting. Highly recommended! We will be back! read more

Excellent vegetarian bahn mi and vegetarian pho. Rich flavors, enough veg to make up a whole meal, and quality bread / noodles. Will definitely try them again! read more

So yummy. I was wondering the co-op and really wanted Vietnamese food. I don't have a lot of standards in life but I come from a place with really good Vietnamese food. As soon as I tasted the coffee and bao I felt like home. The chef was so sweet and friendly too. Thanks!! read more

Went a second time and ordered the same thing as before. Only this time it wasn't quite the same and was a bit meh. Probably won't try it again unless I see the same girl from the first visit and can ask her what changed. read more

Passing through Syracuse and stopped at the salt city market. Very good bahn mi. Curried coconut chicken...very good. Toasted bun a plus. Great Vietnamese coffee read more

Okay most of the general reviews are under Salt City Market, but I'm gonna review Mamma Hai here. We were lucky that they decided to open Sunday on their normally closed day as there was an event outside. And yeah, prices at food halls and food trucks are gonna be higher than the ethnic 'hood hole-in-the-walls, but here definitely worth it. They're also friendly, explaining each dish. I had their banh bao, ready to eat while waiting for made-to-order main, Never heard of it before and it was delish - steamed bun with ground pork and veg inside (even pepperoni slices), plus a surprise steamed quail egg in the middle. I got the curry chicken banh mi sandwich. Banging on it, the bread seemed hard but eating it, it was just crisp outside and soft inside like it's supposed to be. The filling was lots of flavorful pulled chicken (not used to such protein generosity in other places) with good balance of veg - not hot spicy, just perfect and a nice long baguette. Perfect. read more