A year has passed since my first visit and review of Pho99. I've had multiple amazing meals since…read morethen! But my most recent dining experience was somewhat disappointing. It started as soon as we walked into the restaurant; there was an unfortunate water leak dripping down from the ceiling, right by the entrance. The staff put a bucket below a huge water bubble that had formed in the ceiling, to catch the drips... but you had to walk around it to get into the restaurant. Kind of weird that the staff didn't think of getting from a hardware store, one of those tarps that catches ceiling leaks and diverts the water thru a hose to a bucket... that isn't in the way of customers entering the restaurant. Anyway, we sat down, and ordered an old favorite dish, and decided to try a new one. The old favorite is the House-made Fish Cake Pho (Pho Cha Ca)! The kitchen staff hand makes the fish paste from scratch, with some kind of super addictive & flavorful spices, and I've really enjoyed it in the past. We also decided to try the Shaking Beef Rice (Com Bo Lac Lac) for the first time. Unfortunately, both dishes were disappointing. The fish cake in the pho looked and tasted like typical frozen type you can get at any Asian market... and was confirmed when we asked the staff. Where's my ATF fish cake?!? The beef cubes in the rice dish were (a) super overcooked (like beef jerky level chewy) and (b) the sauce was way, way too salty. We also noticed the restaurant manager, Ngan, wasn't working that night. Perhaps all these problems happened because she was away on holiday? And Pho99 will be back to its usual spectacular food after she returns?

Spring season 2026 is winding down and summer 2026 will soon commence, but I wanted a mean bowl of…read morePhở, Vietnamese noodle soup for lunch following my doctor visit. I ordered Vietnamese comfort food. I have never travelled to Vietnam, but I certainly enjoy and have an appreciation of international ethnic cuisines. This main course originated in Northern Vietnam. I practiced walking meditation for bodily movement as exercise and attempt for mental clarity from Forest Hills to Rego Park. It was near empty when I entered at 11:30 am on a June Monday. My male server pulled a laminated QR code card from the condiment tray and plopped down instructing me to scan it for the menu. I immediately gave him a wracked with grief and anguish look as scanning such QR codes was during COVID-19 era which now post COVID-19 it is very callous and utter impersonal. My male server retreated to rebuke my anguish look for resilience "we have paper menus" which I gladly viewed after my eyes were intensely examined earlier. I do not want to doom scrolling during my meal including sitting at a restaurant or cafe. Albeit, I would certainly Yelp check-in and take photos during my time in the business. The paper menu is a takeout menu. Facilities are located in the basement with low head room as you walk these steps. It is relatively clean and bathroom sink is outside the toilet area shared by all genders. Patrons can visibly see boxes, shipping crates of their inventory are pipe high disorganized disarray by the bathroom sink foyer. Customer service is average. Flank and Brisket Phở, $17.25 Thinly sliced rare flank and cooked brisket. It is customary accompanied with a separate plate of room temperate Asian bean sprouts with a piece of fresh lime, a staple for Vietnamese Pho. It was served hot, but not piping hot as it should. The broth was very oily and flavorful with onions. The soup broth oil bubbles are very visible for the high level of cholesterol and fat content. The rice noodles were chopped rather than long continuous noodle strains. The meat seemingly appeared semi-cooked as there were noticeable visible pink areas. I preferred if my meat were well done for cooking level. What would "Lisa from Temecula" - Saturday Night Live think if her meat had pink areas for uncooked meat? The character is notorious for ordering her steaks "extra, extra well done." Pho 99 has handheld devices for wait staff to approach customers with credit/debit payment (aka cashless) at the table. There is a 4% discount when payments are cash. I paid in cash, attained the 4% discount and obtained my sales receipt. Dinning tables are modern large dark color, but no table linens. The long booth bench cushion against the wall material appears very worn and dirty. Their disclaimer is written on the utensil wrap "hand-crafted ietnamese noodle soup 100% beef broth, no MSG, fresh house-made noodles." VIETNAMESE is noticeably misspelt, missing the "V." The reverse side has a sketch of Vietnam country map. Inside this utensil wrap contains one gold emblem spoon, black matte lacquer chopsticks, and one napkin. This business is accessible via MTA NYC Transit M, R local trains at 67th Avenue subway station in Rego Park, Queens, NYC. I walked to reach this business for my visit.

I've been dying to try halal soup dumplings for the longest time and got so excited to try this…read moreplace. The food here was delicious, and the spicy beef soup dumplings are a must try!

I'd prefer to keep this spot gate kept, but it would be a great disservice to the Forest Hills area…read moreand the sweet restaurant owner to say nothing. Old Sport is a hidden gem in the Queens area with the yummiest Halal Chinese food. Think bold, fresh Xinjiang flavors and also your Chinese classics. We got the Combo E (what an amazing deal if I may add) consisting of two of their top beef noodle soups and a lamb/chicken burger. Both noodle soups came with a delicious clear broth and tender pieces of beef, chewy hand-pulled noodles, and an abundance of cilantro on top. The roujiamo was the star of our meal as it was freshly made, crunchy, full of juicy meat and vegetables and an addicting sauce. Don't skip out on the roujiamo, for real. 100/10 stars, definitely will be coming back

Nan Xiang Express does a great job bringing the favorites from the original restaurant into a…read moreconvenient takeout format. Just keep in mind that soup dumplings are always best enjoyed fresh, and there's a risk they'll cool down on the trip home. That said, everything was packaged well and held up nicely for a relatively short trip, so you can still enjoy them at home. I got the Crab Meat and Pork Soup Dumplings, Signature Pork Soup Dumplings, Spicy Beef Soup Dumplings, and Scallion Pancake with Sliced Beef. The crab meat and pork and signature pork were my favorites, as always. The spicy beef dumplings were good, but I personally preferred the other two. The beef scallion pancake was another highlight and stayed surprisingly crispy even after the trip home. Overall, a great option when you're craving Nan Xiang soup dumplings but want to enjoy them at home. Definitely happy to have this Express location in Forest Hills!

My first time visiting this location as I typically go to the Price St. location in Flushing. Found…read morethis spot very convenient next to the Forest Hills-71st AVE subway station. Placed order and waited about 10 minutes, not bad during the evening rush and ppl coming in to grab dinner. The dumplings and beef scallion pancakes were delicious. A couple tables available here and a long counter to enjoy your meal and the great view of bustling Queens Blvd. Staff was friendly and efficient. Check them out if you haven't already.

Very good food, everything was so delicious!! Our favorites…read moreare Broccoli with beef, string beans, tofu with fish fillets, and kungpo chicken! They also serve beer, wine and soda.

Rude service. I did not want to give a tip because I didn't like the food nor the service. When the…read morewaitress presented me with the ipad for the tip she had already preselected the lowest amount. I don't care, I tap no tip and apologize. She just barked at me "No! Tip not included!" and presses the tip amount for me again. I ask her "Oh, are tips obligatory?". At this point I definitely didn't want to give a tip anymore. She just shouts the same thing at me again. I press no tip again, sign my signature and when I go to press confirm she presses the tip amount right before I confirm. She essentially just forced me into giving her a tip with her slight of hand, maybe hoping I wouldn't have noticed. I say "Oh really? Well, I guess we'll never see each other again." She just turns around and shrugs her shoulders. I was absolutely shocked. To top it off: Really bad food. Tiny bowl of noodles with three sad little leaves of bokchoy.

The pan fried dumplings are so delicious! We got a few varieties. They make them fresh so the wait…read moreit a while to eat, but worth it. The steamed dumplings were good but fell apart before picking them up, so we don't recommend those.

Only 1 seafood (shrimp ) option WITHOUT pork…read more This is a bit disappointing . Not a very welcoming restaurant for pescatarians .

Amazing texture on the noodles and very flavorful broth. I had the champon, but it's Japanese-level…read morespicy, so too mild despite the menu warning. Still, it was delicious and there was plenty of seafood piled on the large bowl. The food came out quick. Service is also quick. There is plenty of seating, but wooden stools.

Cheers to Ramen! It's been a while since I've been in Forest hills. I was on the lookout for dinner…read moreand something different. It's been a while since I had Ramen so this was the pick. I've always passed by in the past and never went in. As soon as we entered, we were automatically seated. I ordered a popular Ramen Tamashii Red. Staff was nice and attentive although you can see they were very busy on this night. My Ramen was delicious ! I cleaned out my plate lol I will be back again for my Ramen fix.

The fish with sour cabbage has a nice kick to it. Recommended for people that enjoy spicy foods…read more Tried their oolong cheesecake- pretty light with a hint of tea flavor. Not too sweet, which is good.

我剛吃的牛肉麵配上泡菜味，然後是烏龍芝士蛋糕配蘆薈汁，好吃，哇。 我肯定會再次吃到這種美味的食物。…read more The beef noodles I just ate was amazing with kimchi flavored then oolong cheesecake with aloe juice yummy wow. I am definitely having this amazing food again.

I absolutely love the ambiance here, the interiors, from the furniture to the lighting, are…read morebeautiful and thoughtfully done. I also appreciate that the music isn't too loud, so we could actually talk and hear each other while dining. Everything feels clean, polished, and inviting. The staff were incredibly cordial and attentive. They had the initiative to check on us from time to time and refill our water without us having to ask. I also love how generous they are with the sides! My favorite dish here is definitely the Galbi. Every bite took me back to Japan. I know this is Korean cuisine, but the Galbi reminded me so much of the one I've had in Japan, which is probably why I enjoyed it even more. We ordered the group meal with Bimbimao, and we also really loved the chicken wings. I just wish the wings were a little bigger and that the serving was more generous! We also tried their rice wine and Kuku cocktails, and both were delicious. They definitely don't skimp on the drinks! I'll definitely keep coming back. This was already my fourth time bringing a group of friends and family here, and I can see myself doing it again. At this point, I'm hoping they'll consider having a loyalty or discount card for regular customers like me!

It is my first time coming to the Kuku location in Forest Hills, but i absolutely love this…read morelocation as well! I am used to the location in Long Island and i am obsessed with the kimchi, and the kimchi here is also just as good! The service was super good, our water cups were NEVER empty!! They were speedy and there was always somebody ready to help which i appreciate. They refilled the kimchi and the other side dishes too which i loved- because the side dishes were all so good! We thought the pork galbi was not that good though. They didn't have the usual char to it and they didn't give much fat/lean pieces, just purely lean pieces, so it was a bit dry. But the soondubu and mackerel were amazing! It was perfectly tender and crispy, with the right amount of fat. Paired perfectly with the kimchi. We had a great time and will definitely be back.

Had lunch with a dear friend at Kyuramen, and it was such a satisfying experience. The ramen…read moredefinitely lived up to the hype, no surprise they've sold over 150K bowls. We ordered a combo with chicken popcorn, which paired perfectly with our meal, and ended on a sweet note with their matcha jelly dessert. The Thai tea was good, though a bit rich and sweet for my taste. I'd recommend diluting it slightly to balance the flavor. What really stood out, aside from the food, was the ambiance. We were seated in a cozy, semi-private booth (almost like a little dining nook), which made the whole experience feel more intimate and relaxing. The staff were also quick and courteous, adding to the overall great vibe. Definitely a spot worth coming back to.

Came here with my family for my mom's birthday. We were seated in a little booth (not honey comb)…read morewith a curtain which was nice for privacy, but unfortunately forgotten about for a little bit. We had to press the button on the wall in order to get a server to come bring us waters and an extra place setting. That said, we were 5 people squished into a four person booth so I don't know if this place is great for groups. The food came quickly but was delicious and really good. We tried a bunch of ramens and they were all delicious. I tried the omarice, and it was good, but the glaze lacked flavor. I feel like it would be better to go with their curry sauce. Overall, a decent place for ramen, but not going to seek coming out here.

Absolutely a 5-star spot here. What an interesting intersection of cultures happening in this food!…read moreEverything we had was amazing! - Samsa: #1 favorite, absolutely do not miss. Just the most comforting bites of food a person can experience. - Manta dumplings - also SO good. The dill sauce with these reminded me of pelmeni, one of my favorite things. - Qorima noodles were very good. Smoky and savory. I think it could have benefitted from some acid or a slightly sweet component to balance it out a bit. - Cold kebab noodles: Very good! Richness in flavor and a good bite to the noodles. Definitely stop in for some comforting and unique food and friendly service! You won't regret it.

There are not enough words to talk about this place. It was easily one of the most delicious place…read moreI've ever eaten at. I went during Ramadan with my partner to break my fast, and they were so accommodating. Tip: call them to make a quick reservation beforehand. Next, onto the food. We ordered the dumplings, lamb stew with naan, and their special noodles. Everything was absolutely mind blowing. The lamb was perfectly seasoned and fell right off the bone. The bread was soaked in flavor. The noodles are perfect for a cold night. The noodles are mixed in house and fresh, and you can definitely taste the difference in fresh noodles and store brought. Their service was impeccable. Our host was gracious and greeted us in Arabic as soon as we walked in. He took our order fairly quickly, and the food did not take that long to come out. Whenever he spoke, he had his hand over his heart and was so friendly. I cannot speak anything but praise about this place. It's amazing and I plan to go there soon again with my whole family. Everything was delicious and this restaurant could easily be one of the top 10 restaurants I've ever been to in my life.