10/10 amazing Viet desserts if you're in the area. Caution, most (if not every) item is labeled in…read moreVietnamese, so have your Google ready (like I did) when you get there. They have an assortment of desserts, pre-made Viet food, coffee, and banh mis you can order-- all freshly made or pre-packaged the day before. I went on a Sunday, maybe a mistake, but it was supppperrrrr packed with a long line inside. A bit chaotic, but it's worth it to me. I got the che dau trang (sticky rice, black eyed peas, coconut milk). Spectacular!! I asked for the coconut milk at the cashier since they don't have it out with the rest of the desserts. I also ordered a Che Hue (an assortment of jellys, sweeten beans, and shaved ice, condensed milk, and peanuts on top). They pack it with seran wrap so you can transport it easily if you're not eating it immediately.

We had so much fun picking out treats at Duc Phuong Thach Che! We tried some coconut macarons and…read moreanother coconut flavored sweet (had a texture like mochi, but I can't remember the name) and even threw in some cotton candy. It's a fun spot with nice service for a little sweet!

I know this is a beignet place, but my 5-star review is actually for their bánh cuốn combo and…read moretheir corn milk/pandan jelly drink. The first time I had this was as takeout brought by my dad last year, and I've been craving it ever since. I didn't expect the bánh cuốn to be so delicate and silky (in the best way possible!). The combo had a little bit of everything to try. If I had to nitpick one thing, I wish they had added another or two fried shrimp--one was just not enough! Their corn milk/pandan jelly drink was sooooo refreshing. I've never seen anyone else sell this, but now I know it's a popular street drink in Vietnam. I'm too lazy to make it at home, but I might have to try now that I'm back in Virginia. This is my go-to spot whenever I'm in town!

While many people know Chez Beignets Quan Ong Tre is Is the neighborhood's only option for…read morebeignets, what many others fail to realiE they are also one of the areas best options for banh cuon. They specialize in latter as well as coffee, which is why this has remained a popular spot over the years. Decor is cute on the side of gaudy. Clientele is not the gen z type, but a lot of the middle age ones that are likely to attend a Viet concert on the weekend. Parking is plentiful but can be difficult on a weekend since it is inside of Kim Son plaza. There is outdoor and indoor seating, but The vibes inside give it a communal feel, despite being a bit crammed. The beignets are actually quite good and I would be hard-pressed to think of any other place in the Asia town area that has anything close. Each piece is fried to perfection and has a generous amount of powdered sugar on top, making for a sweet and crunchy bite. I really love their Vietnamese iced coffee, which is strong and just sweet enough to be comparable to the real thing. Banh Cuon Is smooth and silky, and is a nice option for something light but satisfying. While I don't love their fish sauce, it adds just enough to make it an essential for texture and taste. One area that I think has gotten them the most flack has been the service. I've had a fair share of miscues and misunderstandings, and even a little bit of attitude during some previous visits here. It is a combination of not paying attention and apathy most of the time. I really hope this is an area that they can address and ultimately fix.

I was amazed by the sheer size of the fruit selection here. There are plenty of Vietnamese fruit…read morestores in this part of town, but the variety available here makes this place stand out. I love that there's a smoothie/sugarcane juice store in the back that makes drinks to order, and the fact that they sell a lot of calamansi here is a huge plus for me! However, after looking more closely, I noticed a lot of the fruit was over-ripe. The mango shake I ordered also tasted out of season and bland. Maybe I came at a bad time, but at the end of my visit, I didn't feel like I had the greatest experience. - Ambiance: 4/5 - Food: 2/5 - Service: 3/5

They have an amazing selection of Vietnamese, tropical fruits! Everything looks very fresh and well…read morepresented. There's lychee, coconut, mangoes, plum, mangosteen, jackfruit, durian, and much more. There are some frozen options in their freezer section, but there's a lot of fresh fruit options. There's also fruit drinks and smoothie options that you can order in the cashier area. Space is a little bit limited, watch your step. Most of their fresh fruits are not refrigerated and so they do as much as I can to provide a fresh selection daily.

Cảnh báo quý bà con khi mua đồ ở chợ Tân Bình và thái độ của chủ chợ…read more Hôm qua gia đình mình có ghé chợ TB và có mua 20 trứng gà lộn. Tối mình có luộc lên 10 quả khi khui ra khi bị hư mùi thúi 3 4 quả. Mình có gọi tới chợ liền và em nhân viên có nói là mang lại chợ họ sẽ cho return nhưng cái còn lại. Chuyện không có gì đáng nói nêu trưa hôm nay mình gặp và nói chuyện 1 cô đeo mắt kiếng tại quày đồ ăn. Mình nó nói với cô là đã gọi hôm qua và có hoá đơn trong phone. Cô hỏi mình trứng bị gì thì mình trả lời luộc lên bị hư nghe mùi hôi. Cô mở bịch trứng ra và càm ràm là đi trả cũng phải trân trong chứ làm vậy bể hết trứng. Trong khi mình bỏ tất cả trong 1 cái tray của chợ. Mình mới nói với cô là trứng bị thúi hết rồi mình chạy từ Katy xuống lận. Cổ mở ra và bóc 1 trái rồi ngửi. Mình nói bị thúi không ăn được. Cô nạt mình nói là em không ăn được nhưng người khác ăn được thì sao? Phải coi hư như thế nào chứ đợi đi, return chỗ nào cũng phải đợi hết. Trong khi mình hoàn toàn không có ý hối thúc gì cô hết. Cô nói mình không ăn được người khác ăn được, chẳng lẽ cô muốn bỏ lại bán cho người sau hay sao? Chợ đã return lại cho mình $35 nhưng thái độ của 1 chủ chợ khi bán đồ hư cho khách đã không 1 lời xin lỗi còn bực dọc như vậy với khách là đúng hay sai? Sau chuyện này mình xin tẩy chay luôn chợ Tân Bình.

My cousin from the east coast raves about their house-made sausages so when she visited, I took her…read morehere to satisfy her craving. This market is one for the largest Vietnamese markets I've ever been to, offering a wide variety of fresh fruits, frozen foods, dry goods, imported sauces, sweets and more. I particularly love their extensive rice paper selections. My favorite is the "no water" rice paper, which doesn't require dipping in water to roll up like traditional ones. Unfortunately, this type of rice paper is available at every asian market so I'm happy Tan Binh has them. They also have a nice section dedicated to ready-to-eat and hot foods. You can grab and go with options like fried fish, tofu, and cooked meats. Customer service is usually pretty friendly. Just like anywhere else, you should check the expiration date of every product before buying. My cousin forgot to do so and bought two boxes of solar dried bananas that were expired. And during the warmer seasons, they set up a nice plant and herb section for sale right outside the entrance.

Don't let the old exterior fool you... Quan Binh Minh is the place to go for fresh fruits & fresh…read morefruit smoothies/drinks! It's located inside Hong Kong City Mall. It's a really small spot inside the food court, and the area can seem outdated, but the fruits and fruit drinks in there are made fresh and with generous portions. The price was really reasonable as well. The service is quick but efficient. Overall, I'd check out this spot if you're inside the mall and are craving fresh fruit drinks/smoothies.

This place is located in Hong Kong market at their food court. Their juices are really fresh and…read morehealthy. No artificial additives. You can watch them make your juice. They're pretty fast and efficient. I had the sugarcane juice and it was a tad too sweet. They also have plenty of exotic fruits as well.

I stopped by for some banh mi que and they were perfect. I understand what all the hype is about…read morenow. The bread to meat and butter ratio makes it the perfect sandwich. The bread is lightly toasted, meat is served cool as expected. I ordered it with only cilantro, not all the pickled veggies. It took 7 minutes to get three of the sandwiches freshly prepared. I also got the yogurt with purple rice, also great - no complaint. I purchased a box of the mini steamed buns with quail egg, $16. Tried one as soon as o got to the car-hit the spot for my afternoon snack. They offer lots of buns, steamed and fried. Along with traditional Vietnamese desserts. They currently filled with mooncakes so not as many traditional desserts. This place is small but have lots to offer. There's not place to eat, take out only. Parking was in abundance on Sunday at 2 PM. Service was quick, English is 2nd language. You'll need to point a lot if you don't speak any Vietnamese.

+The cold cut combo banh mi sandwich is legit! +Picked up…read morethe sub after an early dinner and took it home for lunch the next day and it was still fire.

Great friendly service! Very helpful with your questions like which is spicy and non spicy, which…read morehas more flavor and what's a fan favorite. I went to 3 different locations for beef jerky and this was the cheapest by $2-$3. The spicy beef jerky and spicy squid that was recommended to me, my family loved it! Will definitely be coming back if I'm in town again!

Delicious jerky and dried fruits. Take advantage of the samples to see what you like…read more I'd recommend and look forward to returning.

Food: 4.9/5 Service: 4.6/5…read moreAmbiance: 4.5/5 Overall: 4.7/5 I really enjoyed myself here. I don't think I've ever consumed so much shrimp paste in my life, so if you don't like that flavor you probably wanna go elsewhere, but other than that everything was just really comforting and nice to eat. My least favorite of what we got was the Banh Bot Chien, and even that was still really good and had a nice crunch. Everything else we ordered was all really authentic and very forward with flavor. The restaurant was incredibly busy on the Saturday we went, with the bustling lunch crowd of both large families and old couples filling up the entire restaurant, so try to go at an off-hour where most people aren't eating. It was just an incredible experience that I 100% recommend to anyone wanting authentic Vietnamese food.

Amazing food. Amazing service. Amazing ambiance…read more We had the Canh Chua ca kho to and bi tai canh. Everything was well balanced and comforting, the Canh Chua could use more tamarind.