My number 1 go-to for Vietnamese food in the area!! Being Vietnamese and a foodie, this takes a lot…read moreto rate this as number 1! Not just me but my entire family would agree to this statement 1) Food is amazing compared to other restaurants in the area especially for rice places, noodle soups, hot pot and family meals. 2) Cozy and have plenty of space in the restaurant 3) Service is always on point!!

Ordered via grubhub. I ordered their broken rice with lemongrass chicken thigh. The rice and…read morechicken are perfectly seasoned. The chicken thigh is boneless and juicy. The meat on the drumstick is a bit dry but still delicious.

I knew this was a local favorite when I saw a line of patient customers waiting to be seated. Don't…read morelet all the purple/teal signage deter you from entering. We got the pho dac biet (beef broth and noodles with eye round, brisket, flank, tendon, and tripe), bun bo hue (spicy, hearty noodle soup with noodles in fragrant lemongrass beef and pork) and com ga nuong (grilled chicken with rice, cucumber, carrots, radish). All dishes were sooo flavorful and the portions were quite generous. It is worth the drive out here for delicious Vietnamese food. Staff were efficient with ordering and cooking so tables were turned around and the line went quickly. Highly recommend a visit.

I'm a sucker for good pho, and I'm so glad I found this hidden gem!!! The service was great, very…read moreattentive and informative! The overall vibe of the restaurant was very welcoming and quaint. For dinner I got the hot tea and veggie pho and it hit the spot! Will be back!!!

Haven't been here in so long since I am from CT. Their Avocado shake with boba is so delicious!…read more It's hard to find a spot when you order a smoothie or boba tea that the pearls stay soft. I hate how some get hard and not enjoyable. Even after 30 minutes the boba was still soft. I give that a 10/10 and the service is good. I also grab some cold cut banh mi. I enjoy their banh mi here rather than dorchester in my opinion. Will be back when I'm in town next time.

I've been going to N & P Saigon Subs since before COVID, and it's still one of my favorite spots!…read moreThe food is always fresh and delicious -- the sandwiches are packed with flavor, and the portions are generous. The owners are super kind and hardworking, and the service is always fast and friendly. It's one of those local gems that never disappoints. Highly recommend if you want authentic, tasty Vietnamese subs!

Had a great experience at Monkey Lounge in Randolph and honestly was surprised by how unique the…read moreatmosphere was. The inside has a really fun upscale lounge vibe with colorful lighting, floral decor, hanging lanterns, and a huge centerpiece tree that makes the whole space feel almost like you are dining in a tropical garden. It feels trendy and lively without being overly loud, which made it a great spot for both dinner and drinks. For drinks, I ordered the mai tai and one of their mocktails. Both were well presented and came in beautiful glasses. The mai tai was refreshing, balanced, and not overly sweet like many places make them. The mocktail was also excellent and felt thoughtfully made rather than just tasting like juice. For food, the short ribs pho was fantastic. The broth was rich and flavorful, and the portion was generous with tender pieces of meat. Definitely one of the better pho presentations I have had in the area. I also ordered the sizzling steak pate with baguette, which came out hot and smelled amazing. The steak was tender and savory, the egg added richness, and pairing everything with the fresh baguette made for a really satisfying dish. Overall Monkey Lounge delivers on both ambiance and food quality. It feels like a hidden gem if you want somewhere with strong date night energy, aesthetic decor, and Vietnamese fusion dishes that actually taste as good as they look. Would absolutely come back again.

Monkey Lounge is definitely a hidden gem in Randolph. I stumbled across this restaurant and decided…read moreto give it a try. We were the only two people there. The aesthetics were so pretty (as you can see in the video I uploaded). They had a short window of time where it's happy hour where you get half off 2 appetizers (per table). We ordered Braised Pork Belly ($12) this was a 7/10 only because it was alot of fatty meat, Wings/Soy Garlic Flavor ($15) 10/10, french fries with the garlic sauce that it comes with on the side ($9), side of white rice ($2.50), for my drink a Blueberry Mojito ($14) 9/10 just wish it wasn't such a small amount with a Hefty amount of ice but it was good. Lemonade for my kiddo ($6.50 she said it was a 4/10) and for dessert Ube Tiramisu ($10.00) 1/10... We weren't a fan of the Tiramisu but overall everything was good. I definitely plan to return.

I'm a pretty tough critic when it comes to pho, but this place was legit! My friend and I started…read moreoff with the Handcrafted Spring Rolls, which hit the spot. I'm pretty much a fan of anything with peanut sauce. We both got pho for our main dishes, which were delicious. I had the Round steak & beef meatballs PHO, which was awesome, with the two types of meat. My friend enjoyed her Vegetables and Tofu Pho. The restaurant was pretty nice for a casual restaurant. What I remember most was the waiter was super chatty, possibly more so than any other restaurant I've been to in the Boston area!

First time trying this Vietnamese restaurant and it didn't disappoint. Ganh pho was good. Spring…read morerolls with beef and shrimp was also good. Our favorite was the combination plate that came with pork chops, which was flavorful. The sandwich with beef was good too. My least favorite was the bun with beef. It was still good but not as good as the above dishes. Would come back again. Only negative was they don't do phone orders. Tried calling on the phone and it didn't work so forced to order online, but they were timely and packaged everything to go fairly well so will def go again in the future!

I cannot say enough good things about this place. I have traveled to Vietnam several times and…read moreeaten at some of the highest rated Vietnamese restaurants, this one truly rises above in every category. Cleanliness - 5 stars Service - 5 stars Food - 5 stars Portions are amazing and prices are so reasonable. The manager? Owner? Guy that literally knows everyone by name? Treats every guest like they truly are the only person there? He's incredible. Suggested delicious dishes and remembered our orders even though it was just our third time in the restaurant. He was genuine and so hospitable. Staff checked in on us several times even with a packed restaurant. Food is delicious, I feel like you cannot go wrong with anything you order. I am a born again vegan, my husband is a pescatarian, my son is a picky eater - yet they get it right every time. This place is a hidden gem and you will not be disappointed!

Always a place we swing by with the fam! I always get their pho, but yesterday also tried out their…read morevermicelli bowl and it was delish! Love the grilled flavor on the pork and a few massive shrimps on top. Can't wait to try more things on their menu!

This is my last meal here. I loved the food, especially the hand shredded chicken!…read more Service will be gone. The ambience was normal.

I went in for lunch and it was half filled; the food was delicious…read more I'd only been once before and was impressed last time when I went on my birthday. Food was tasty and comforting. I'd love to return again. Their ginger lobster was really good last time and this time I got the fried squid rice plate.

Chau's serves a variety of Vietnamese foods to-go including: beef noodle soup, beef stew, sticky…read morerice, grilled chicken over rice, spring rolls, and more! My go-to orders are: Bánh mì thit nguoi (cold cut) Bánh mì thit nuong (BBQ beef) *they also have bánh mì grilled chicken, BBQ pork, and more!

This place is a hole-in-the-wall in a plaza with plenty of parking. It looks like they make the…read morebread daily and there's a good amount of options other than sandwiches. Ba Le, in Dorchester, is far, so this is good enough to satisfy my craving for a cold cut Vietnamese sandwich. Also, for the price, it's reasonable and more affordable.