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MoPho

2.9 (121 reviews)
ModerateVietnamese
Open • 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
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Dogs allowed

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Jen C.

MoPho is an absolute gem of a find at the airport! There was only one server on staff which held things up a tiny bit so maybe don't eat here if you are hard pressed for time. They also have bar seating with the full menu. I started off with the wings then had a hot sausage po-mi. The wings were super crispy and delicious! Definitely crispier than other wings and very meaty. The sauce had a nice flavor to them and were not spicy but had a little heat. If you are in the mood for something on the spicy side, I highly recommend the hot sausage po-mi. It's not uncomfortably spicy but my face warmed up a bit. Not sure if it was more the sausage or the sauce but I loved it either way! I couldn't finish the whole sandwich since the wings were quite filling so it made an excellent plane snack. Nothing got soggy and the butter on the bread was *chef's kiss*. Definitely coming back to try the other pi-mis and the other wing sauce!

Ordered the veggie pho, which is vegan. A huge bowl of veggie broth brimming with roasted eggplant, tofu, mushrooms, and fresh greens! Super tasty and lots of toppings. Love having a vegetarian/vegan option! There are Lots of options for meat eaters, too, including a New Orleans spin on bahn mi called "po-mi." I'd eat again here in a second.

Beef pho
Anna C.

Well, this certainly is reminiscent of pho. But it's not. Of course I didn't expect this to be authentic pho anyway. It's exactly what one should expect from a fusion Vietnamese restaurant in a New Orleans airport. Good enough to eat, but not quite enjoy. Service was very lovely though!

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Roddri A.

Dropped in while at the airport and I'm happy that we did. Seat yourself however, there are waiters to take orders. We both ordered the Chicken Pho and glad that we did. Oh my goodness it was served heat hot with lots of flavor. I could not believe we were at an airport. If you ever in the area of the airport you should check it out.

Ron L.

I had been to New Orleans since 1987 to attend JazzFest until my near death and rebirth in 1999 with Celiac disease about 6-7 times. After I was diagnosed with Gluten Intolerance as a foodie I thought my culinary life was over and one of the many, but not only joys, of going to Nola is the food. I was reluctant to go and then a bit later 20 years ago Katrina hit this great city. When I did return my reluctance of going due to my food restrictions was born out, but the fact that the people in New Orleans fry everything, including water. Besides jambalaya and some fresh fish, I couldn't eat anything. However, due to a friend who was born in New Orleans, grew up in New Orleans and lives half of the year there with her family involved in the restaurant business, Pat introduced me for a number of chefs and one in particular, Michael Gulotta, who modified dishes or even made me specially dishes that were gluten free. Every time I went to New Orleans, I tried to go to his two Vietnamese Cajun restaurants, MoPho and Maypop. Michael Gulotta, chef-owner at Mopho and Maypop was born and raised in New Orleans. Michael began cooking in local restaurants at a young age. After graduating from the Chef John Folse Culinary Institute, he joined the newly opened Restaurant August. Gulotta then took leave to train in the Italian Riviera and Germany's Black Forest. When Hurricane Katrina hit, Michael returned home to help rebuild and assist with August's re-opening. He was named chef de cuisine in 2007 and led the award-winning kitchen for six years, while establishing relationships with local farmers and purveyors. He opened his first restaurant, MOPHO, in January of 2014 with his brother, Jeffrey Gulotta, and high-school friend, Jeffrey Bybee. Located in New Orleans' Mid City, MOPHO was a true neighborhood restaurant and a destination for Southeast Asian inspired cuisine utilizing the Louisiana pantry. In its first year MOPHO was nominated for America's Best New Restaurant by Bon Appétit magazine and named Restaurant of the Year by New Orleans Magazine. In 2016 Michael was named one of Top 30 Chefs to Watch in the nation by Plate Magazine, A New Orleans Rising Star by Starchefs, a Best New Chef by Food & Wine magazine, and Chef of the Year by New Orleans Magazine. In 2017, his team opened its second full-service restaurant, Maypop, in the Central Business District of New Orleans. Maypop was named a Top 5 Best New Restaurant by The Times Picayune, A Best New Restaurant by New Orleans Magazine, a New Orleans Top 20 Restaurants by Condé Nast Traveler, and a New Orleans' Top Ten Restaurants for 2019, by Brett Anderson. Michael has also been a semifinalist for The James Beard Awards Best Chef South for the past four years. Most recently, his team opened a second MOPHO location in the new Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport. On my trip to New Orleans this past May, I was saddened to learn that Michael was closing MoPho and Maypop, casualties of the so difficult business of owning a restaurant I know all too well. After JazzFest one evening on MoPho's second to last day, Pat and I went to pay our respects and I got to thank Michael for his kindness showing me there was culinary life after my diagnosis not only at his restaurant but when he catered the main stage at JazzFest, but he also introduced me to more fusion possibilities which I have incorporated in some of the food I make. On the last day of Maypop, my brother Jeff and I dined at Maypop, Michael's more upscale joint which served delicious food and not to be undone, after both closed on that Sunday in May, I saw the MoPho at the airport right in front of my terminal and gate to fly home and I got the greatest wings on the planet to fly home with: CRISPY CHICKEN WINGS WITH NUOC MAM CARAMEL. I have no idea what exactly that is except Cajun chicken spices with a Vietnamese caramel sauce that is unparalleled in it's flavor, bite and marriage of cultures that was so good Pat would always ask for more on the side. I'm sure Michael will get back in the game at some point but I write this with gratitude to Pat for introducing me to this great Chef and to Chef Gulotta for taking the time to show me what I could eat and what modifications he could make to his food for me.

Chicken bahn mi - spicy and messy but good
Jenna g.

This was located right next to our gate. Thank goodness, because if my gate was out of eyesight I would have been very nervous about the timing of it all. We waited a long time for everything including service. There was only one poor server running around taking care of everyone. Once she came around she was very friendly and accommodating but it was impossible for her to keep up with the demand. Food was great - I highly recommend the "sober me up" pho. The egg was perfect and Jammy just how I like it. Broth was flavorful and satisfying, The decor was cute and clean and offered good visibility for gates and signs. I'm hoping things will be less hectic next time, I would like to try it again but not stress about the timing so much.

Hot Sausage and Egg Banh Mi
Tanja D.

The perfect stop for a drink before boarding a plane, but this time I was hungry. Hot Sausage goes great with eggs and MoPho has a nice twist on it. It was filling and delicious!

Chicken Phò

This was my first time coming across a Phò restaurant inside of an airport, I wasn't sure what to expect but I was pleasantly surprised. The broth had such a great flavor to it. My server Karen was the sweetest!! Southern hospitality is definitely a thing here.

Sober Pho
Manny F.

Near B6 Gate, sitting in the middle of the walkway. Sit yourself and menus on the table, service was very friendly and passed by regularly. Ordered the Pho Ga, the 2 Poboy/banh mi, and the sober me pho. The pho's weren't traditional by any means, the soup broths were mushroom based than typical broth. Flavors were still good, our son enjoyed the pho ga and the sober me pho was actually really good. My wife enjoyed the spicy sausage but they drastically lacked the veggies across all items. Part of the reason we were looking forward to eating there.

Chicken vindaloo mo mi
Chad W.

Had the vindaloo chicken mo mi. Was a really good sandwich. Wouldn't say it tastes like vindaloo but still a good sandwich. Was tempted to give 3 stars due the my server. She was pretty unfriendly and rude to people. So the 4 stars is strictly for the food.

Zubir E.

This restaurant is located near gate B6 where most of the southwest flights are departing. We shared one bowl of the beef pho. It's just perfect for a light meal to share it. The beef balls have a nice spicy kick to it and it has a decent amount of beef slices and mushrooms. The soup base also has a nice spiciness to it. Give it a 4 out of 5.

Christy Chicken Vindaloo Po-Mi
Christopher M.

Had a great dinner before my flight. The staff were amazing and so friendly. Really enjoyed the Crispy Chicken Vindaloo Po-Mi. Definitely recommend if you're at the airport.

Two bowls of pho and banh mi

Food was very good and well seasoned. I got pho. The broth had lime added to it that was quite nice. The meat is already cooked but not overcooked and nicely seasoned.

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This airport location is always so efficient and delicious. The service is consistent and quick. Karen took great care of us.

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4.1(77 reviews)
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In the mood for some pho? This is a great option. In a shopping center so the parking is great…read more There's a sign that says new menu new management. While the last management wasn't bad they fewer pho options. I was excited to see that they have chicken pho now...they only had beef before. The dining area is very big and spacious. The service was prompt and pleasant. Pho was flavorful and hot! I hope that they can get the business they deserve because they really are good.

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Nudo is a small family restaurant serving up Vietnamese food, nestled in Metairie off Veterans…read moreBlvd. If you're out and about shopping around Clearview Parkway, then this is a convenient location to grab a quick lunch or dinner! I stopped by here around 2pm (after lunch rush) on a weekday after picking up a friend from the airport. The staff were so friendly and helpful even though we left a bit of a mess with the baby deciding to throw her food around after her belly was full. I apologize for the mess and thank you for taking care of us!!! I noticed the staff worked together as a team to take care of its patrons. We ordered the banh xeo- it was very crispy and full of fillings (bean sprouts, onions, pork, shrimp). The banh xeo itself had a noticeable sweet coconut taste which complemented the savory filings. The bun bo hue had a good spicy lemongrass flavor and the meats were tender and juicy. The lemongrass tofu vermicelli was also good! Meal portions were generous and we enjoyed all the food. Nudo is definitely worthy to be added to your list of lunch/dinner rotations. We had a great dining experience there and hope you do too!

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