I came back and tried the spicy tan tan , what a joke this place is. The broth had no flavor and…read morechashu was rubbery and was undercooked , the broth didn't have much in it and it was just noodles and one piece of bok choy , no ramen eggs etc . I wouldn't mind the tiny bowl for $23 if it tasted good and authentic but it definitely did not taste good and I left half of it untouched. I give up with this place , will try to find another Japanese place elsewhere Service is decent and ambiance is good but food is the most important

Was offered a variety of of seats and chose the window so I could people watch while I ate. The…read morevibe is clean and cool. The menu has a lot of options but I selected the Mayu Tonkotsu. The bowl was brought less than 5 minutes later. The broth was very very hot. Flavor was delicious, creamy with a garlic flavor. Noodles were thinning than I'm used to, but cooked well. Quail eggs were listed as part of the dish, though I was expecting a jammy egg, as they're said to be soft boiled on the menu. Unfortunately my eggs were hard boiled. Additionally, the chashu was very fatty. Hilariously, I had a conversation with a colleague earlier in the day about what our last meals would be if we got to pick. When I looked at the magazine opened right next to my seat, I just happened to see that same question! How bizarre.

As a family of four, we eat here about once a month and it's our favorite resturaunt in Lancaster…read more Very kid friendly, always exceptional service, clean (my wife would know, not me), and everything on the menu is flavorful and always made with love.

There are moments in life when you set out in search of dinner and instead discover a small,…read morebenevolent corner of the universe. My wife, acting as both navigator and oracle, found Norbu after I asked for something within walking distance of our hotel. Four Himalayan restaurants, all within a short stroll, which felt statistically suspicious in the heart of Amish country. We chose Norbu because it had the best reviews and, more importantly, because it offered Nepalese and Bhutanese dishes, which none of us had ever tried. We are a family that tries to make it a point to say yes to the unknown. Finding it is part of the adventure. Norbu is tucked along North Christian Street, though calling it a street feels optimistic at best. It is more of a very committed alley. The restaurant sits inside an office building with a few brave parking spaces placed carefully on postage stamp sized lot out front. Had we been driving, I am certain we would have missed it and continued on, poorer for the experience. Fortunately, we were on foot and arrived intact. Inside, the place was alive at 7 PM. There were low tables with stools that suggested a more traditional way of dining, and a couple of unoccupied standard tables for those of us still learning. We took one of the latter and were seated quickly. We began with momo, a dish that seems like could quietly solve many of the world's problems if placed on the right tables. Soft, hand folded dumplings, steamed and served with a savory chutney. We ordered the "Mix It All" option, which gave us vegetable, beef, and chicken. Each had its own personality, its own quiet argument for why it should be your favorite. My older son ordered the Sweet N Sticky Tofu, which was the most familiar thing we ate all night. It tasted like a thoughtful conversation between General Tso and sesame tofu. Very good, very well executed, just less novel. I had the Pak Sha Datsi, the national dish of Bhutan, which I did not know until I read it on the menu and our server filled in the missing information with patience and enthusiasm. Norbu itself, we learned, is rooted in Himalayan traditions and a desire to share the food and culture of Nepal and Bhutan with a wider audience, which feels like a noble use of time. The dish arrived as a gently spiced stew with pork and a blend of aged and smoked cheeses. It was creamy, delicate, and somehow grew more interesting with every bite. It did not resemble anything I had eaten before, which is a rare and welcome thing as I grow ever older. My wife and younger son both ordered the Nepali Thali, a kind of edible symphony made up of curry, lentils, vegetables, chutneys, pickles, and a dessert pudding. My wife chose the fish curry, which was tender and lightly flavored. My son chose the chicken curry, which quietly became the star of the table. It had a familiar warmth, something like Indian curry, but with its own distinct voice. The accompanying mustard greens, curried potatoes, and a simple mix of green beans, corn, and carrots, were so flavorful that we found ourselves marveling at them like tourists at a natural wonder. Service was excellent. Our waitress guided us through the menu, made thoughtful suggestions, and shared a bit of the restaurant's story. By the end of the meal, we felt not just fed, but informed. Our only failure was not saving room for dessert. There was a chai flavored cashew cheesecake that sounded like it might change a person's outlook on life. We will have to return to test this theory. Norbu is the kind of place you hope to find and rarely do. It is hidden, a little hard to reach, and entirely worth the effort. Five stars, because sometimes you find something amazing and new, and that reminds you that the world is still full of good surprises.

I can't believe that I've never written a review for this place. I'm here at least twice a month…read more Always fresh always fast and super delicious. One of the most affordable meals will have in Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Amazing Vietnamese food:) It is so comforting to me…read more The people are welcoming and patient with you. I really like it here, and I hope others like it too.

I've been here 3 times now and most recently with my parents! This place has not disappointed me…read moreeach time I've come. It was pretty busy on Saturday when we went for dinner but we didn't have to wait too long and our food actually came out pretty fast. The service was as expected because it looked like 1 guy was serving all tables and he was literally running between table to table. I don't blame him for any waiting because he was busting his butt and we didn't really need to wait too long. We ordered a variety of dishes coming here but my favorite has to be the Homestyle Tofu or the Fish Filet. I would like to try more dishes next time. They give you quite a good amount of food for the price. Some places charge the same and give you much less. This place has authentic Chinese food with some common favorites that many of us also know (chicken with broccoli, lo mein, general tso's etc.) so there is something for everyone. There are vegetarian dishes available as well. If you're in the area and would like more savory, authentic Chinese food I recommend coming here!

Our meal at Yi Pin was excellent. We ordered a dry pot fish, wonton soup, and lotus and mixed…read morevegetable rice dish. The dry pot fish was probably one of the best I've had in recent memory. For me it was just the right level of mala spicy, without being overpowering. This dish came with rice. The lotus and mixed vegetables (which also came with rice) were also perfectly stir-fried. It included carrots, snap peas, black fungus, and of course lotus. Even my vegetable-skeptic kids liked this dish, especially the lotus root and snap peas. The wonton soup was more run-of-the-mill, but decent. We dined at Yi Pin on Easter Sunday, and the restaurant was very busy. We were able to get seated immediately at a booth, but it took a while for their lean-staffed waiters to bring a menu, water, and take our order. That said, the food did arrive quickly, steaming hot from the kitchen. This was definitely one of the highlights of our trip in Lancaster.

I love this place great food ,great service,great atmosphere family friendly. Every first saturday…read morethey have an awsome special of $1 chiken pho You shuold definetly come here if you love vietnamese food

My Chicken Pho was just okay; there wasn't anything special about it. I was more put off by the…read morerude demeanor of the staff. When I ordered, I asked for take-home Tupperware, but I was told to come back after eating some food. The whole point of needing Tupperware was so that I could take my meal to go, as I was no longer hungry. There are plenty of other places to try, so next time, I'll go elsewhere.

This place has recently become a favorite of a coworker of mine due to their large portions,…read morefriendly service and proximity to work. I had the opportunity to grab lunch again and instead getting my typical rice dish I opted to get Bun, a cold vermicelli salad bowl. This one was topped with grilled pork, shrimp, and two egg rolls and served with a side of dressing. Everything was cooked well and season nicely. Since everything is made to order, it takes a little while to get your food but it did not seem excessively long either. Their menu may be more limited than other local Vietnamese restaurants but that will not prevent me from returning.

Best pho around! Delicious spring and egg rolls. I always…read moreget the rare beef pho and it's never disappointed!

Service was good, friendly cashier. No interaction other than that. Feels like a fast food…read morerestaurant but lots of sitting area inside. Tried their new item on the menu with umami. It was too salty for my taste and a bit bitter. I think the umami flavor overpowered the entire meal so you can barely taste anything other than the salt and bitterness of it. The noodles were cooked perfectly. A bit disappointed with the flavors as it was my first time eating here, but maybe I should try some other dish to give it one more shot.

My daughter brought me here for a quick lunch and I really wasn't expecting anything great and it…read morewas surprisingly good! The food seemed fresh, the location has lots of space to sit comfortably, it's clean, the staff were all really friendly. I thoroughly enjoyed my meal and would definitely come back. Wish we had this chain near us - I'd go all the time!

The service was amazing and food was amazing! I had the tuna and shrimp tempura, and ended up…read moreordering another at the end! Definitely calming and relaxing. Not too busy but still very good. Definitely recommend!

Amazing atmosphere. Best sushi I've had in Lancaster, never disappoints ! My favorite thing is the…read moreGreen Tea ice cream.

The duck tamarind was superb, crispy and delicate! The curries are the best I have tried in Penn or…read moreNJ!

My boyfriend lives in the apartment building right next-door so we obviously had to try it the…read moreweekend he moved in. It was really good! We got chicken in garlic sauce with rice and pad see ew. Both were really yummy. I would definitely order from here again and I'm excited to try other dishes. You just can't beat the convenience of this location!

Best Vietnamese restaurant i've ever been to!! Not even exaggerating, but I seriously came here for…read moretwo meals (lunch and dinner). I'm from NYC and I've had my fair share of flavors from around the world. This by far is my favorite restaurant in Lancaster. The service was amazing, owner/chef is super down to earth. For drinks, my partner and I got a limeade, coffee, and thai tea. All were amazing! coffee is strong and limeade was refreshing. Hu Tieu in chicken broth was amazing, chicken broth has been cooking for 20+ hours and YOU CAN TELL. Regular Brisket Pho was just as flavorful! Bun Bo Hue was the heartiest and most flavorful bowl of soup noodles I've ever had. ZERO COMMENTS. My partner got the shakey beef over rice, he said it was a 10/10, very tender and flavorful. (the chef came by passing out samples and my partner was immediately sold.) Come check this place out!!!?

Good quick fix for Vietnamese food. Portions are great. Nothing really that stands out in a bad or…read moregood way.