Very good take-away place for Vietnamese food with also a few seats inside…read more I had a Bahn Mi with Roasted Duck which was tasty and good value as for GBP 5.90 it had a generous amount of meat.

Backstory: I'm an American who's been looking for good Bánh mi in London for months now and haven't…read morefound anything worthwhile. This place knocked it out of the park. My partner ordered a bbq pork Bánh mi and it was right on the money. Cilantro, picked daikon, the works. I'm pretty sure the bbq pork was cooked with lemongrass, which I haven't even tasted in any Vietnamese restaurant in London. Long story short, if you want a good Bánh mi, eat here.

The beef pho broth is on point. Love their style of rice noodles too. It was like a soft and silky…read morerice noodle instead of the vermicelli I am used to. For £10, probably one of the best cheap eats in London

Great food and good service. Busy restaurant so reservations suggested…read more Authentic Thai with an extensive menu. Medium spice was quite spicy for me.

Holy crap. Been to London five times and always hunting the back alleys for some special food…read morefinds. This one is incredible. Look for the places with a Q of people on their lunch breaks. Line moves Uber fast. I ordered the chicken baguette. Wow.

Quick glance: + selection of Vietnamese food…read more+ some seatings + good value - tasty bahn mi but not fully authentic I love bahn mi - but I have yet to find that authentic taste I am used to here in London. Chao Now does a pretty good job, with crunchy baguette, well seasoned meat, and pickled vegetables. Still not as good as the ones in California, but almost there. And it definitely satisfies that craving for Vietnamese food without travelling to Kingsland Road.

Clean, casual atmosphere. Fast service once you're seated! I ordered the chicken pho and the broth…read morewas perfect for a cold December day. Agreed with other reviews that the portion was magnificent, and it's a great place to have a cozy solo dinner with a book, or a catch-up with friends. Would definitely come back.

Friday night on a visit to London. A book given to me by the hotel had this spot as a…read morerecommendation. Overall happy with the food quality. Had the fried egg rolls and the pho. I'm used to the thin noodles in the US so the texture was just a bit off but the flavoring of the beef broth was very good. The egg rolls had a nice crispy taste. Just a slight ding from 5 to 4 stars for service...and the place was so loud. Second place I've been to where it was like this so maybe it is a London thing?

Started working in the area a few months back, and was quiet pleased to see a Vietnamese nearby…read more Simple menu. Have tried the salads and pho as well as the summer rolls but all not very tasty. The chicken in the salad was ok. But the pho is not pho, very salty and doesn't taste like pho. Have boycotted this place the past few months since we got summer rolls that were hard, so gross... also because the service was mediocre and they kept stuffing up the order. It's not complicated, just a fast food assembly job ‍. Went back today to see if any things changed. Still no good. Got the pho, £6.95 takeaway for super salty 'soup' with a few pieces of over cooked beef. Optimism goes no where. Binning this.

I stopped by the shop fifteen minutes before they opened. They were kind enough to let me sit in…read morethe warmth and wait until I could place my order. The shop was clean yet welcoming. I ordered a spicy chicken pho. It was very one dimensional. There were no flavor profiles associated with regular pho that I'd get back home. The noodles had a pleasant constitution.

I had the HOI AN DELUXE, and it did not disappoint! What I love most about this place is the…read morebread--perfectly crispy on the outside without being too bready, which really lets the fillings shine through. The pâté is rich and liver-forward, which I personally love. It does have a slightly grainy texture because of this, but the bold flavor more than makes up for it. The sandwich strikes an ideal balance of savory, creamy, and sweet with a nice tart kick from the pickled vegetables. The pork belly was soft and slightly gelatinous, but not oily. It adds a nice depth of flavor and texture without being too heavy. One note: the sandwich leans a bit on the salty side, so I'd recommend pairing it with a drink. Overall, it's a fantastic bánh mì and well worth a visit! I also tried the wonton soup. The wontons were decent. The soup was rich in umami flavor, though I think some ginger would add depth and really elevate the dish.

Got a bbq brisket bahn mi. The meat was very tender. Food was tasty & fresh and service was fast &…read morepolite. Free WiFi was great.

Quite possibly the longest I've ever waited for a Bahn Mi (45 mins). And it was ok not great. Not…read moresure we'll come back here.

Confession: I came in because I miss Asian food and most of all, I miss Sriracha. Vietnamese food…read morefits both categories and so I came in for a bowl of pho. I ordered the mixed meat pho which had raw beef and brisket. I didn't expect much seeing how this is Vietnamese food in London, but it wasn't bad. The beef wasn't raw, the soup could be richer, and there wasn't any tripe. That said, I didn't hate it and it satisfied my craving. The service was prompt and the food came out quickly. The prices were reasonable as well. I'm not sure I would necessarily come back but if you're craving a bowl of noodles like I was, this will do the job.

I walked in to this restaurant with my friend on a Saturday night around 6:30 PM and we were given…read morea table immediately in the front of the restaurant. Unfortunately, from the moment we sat down, we were quite cold because of the door being opened frequently and the lack of heating. We ordered the crispy spring rolls to share, and my friend ordered the spicy beef noodle soup and I got the spicy tofu noodle soup (pho). The spring rolls came quickly and upon taking a bite, I noticed what I thought was pork or chicken inside, so as a pescatarian/doesn't eat meat I spit it out and we flagged down the server. The staff member said they were seafood spring rolls, and when we asked if there was pork, beef or chicken, he didn't know. We asked him to check with the chef, and he was gone for 5 minutes. He returned and said it was seafood only in the spring rolls, which is okay for my diet, so I continued eating the spring rolls, although was still a bit hesitant. They had a nice crunch and were good tasting, but I didn't like the mustard dipping sauce. My friend and I both liked our spicy noodle soup/pho (hers with beef, mine with tofu), although we weren't too impressed. We expected more spice, and I would have liked more vegetables or toppings in mine. The service was decent but not amazing, and the restaurant was very cold in the London winter time. The restaurant was busy on a Saturday evening but had lots of space and there never was a wait. I saw big parties of people there, couples, individuals out solo, and more, a big mix. My total was £19 for splitting the spring rolls and my tofu soup and tap water, which is okay for London (but still expensive!). The mix up with the spring rolls is still looming in my mind...

You are not just paying for small food here; you are paying to be dismissed and lectured by the…read morestaff. They are far more interested in defending their illogical pricing than providing decent food or service. This restaurant should be avoided. The Problem: Price vs. Plate This spot has a huge line, but don't be fooled--it's not worth the wait or the price. I paid £15 for the spicy noodles, and the portion that arrived was laughably small. It felt like an appetizer, not a main course, and the flavor was bland and unauthentic. This is a severe failure of value for money in a competitive London market. The Owner's Unacceptable Attitude When I gave feedback about the poor value on the bill, the owner immediately got defensive, and the conversation became completely unprofessional: 1. Hiding Behind Culture: They tried to excuse the size by claiming it's an "authentic Vietnamese breakfast portion," and that servings are naturally smaller than in the US. I pointed out that I was here for dinner, paying £15. 2. The Condescending Giggle: When I mentioned where I'd had a properly sized, authentic bowl before, the owner and their companion actually giggled at me. The companion then snapped the quote: "Americans have large portions everywhere." The problem is the staff's unacceptable defensive attitude toward a legitimate customer complaint. They use cultural excuses to mask illogical pricing. Do not waste your money here.