Stephanie J
You’re not coming here to have a nice sit down dinner. You’re ordering and picking up some delicious, fresh pho and FIRE eggrolls. I’m mad I only got two.
Owner is so sweet and funny. My shrimp and chicken pho was fantastic. She used a beef broth, but that waa fine w me. I watched her cook the meat and shrimp fresh and packaged it well so I could enjoy it at home. Cash or Zelle only so have it ready!
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Cold December day was the perfect time to try this out. Looked up the best Vietnamese on the Southside and this came up. Other reviewers were spot on; this place is a hidden gem if there ever was one. Food was excellent. Cooked to order. I got the combination soup and spring rolls. Everything tasted fresh and delicious. The owner was nice. Cash or zelle only for payment. Can’t wait to stop back again soon.
… moreMarco Tapia
This place is an absolute gem! The restaurant is run by the sweetest woman, and you can feel the care and love she puts into every dish. I haven’t had Vietnamese food this good since leaving California, and I’ve been craving it for a long time. The pho is rich, flavorful, and perfectly balanced, while the banh mi is fresh, savory, and absolutely delicious. Everything tasted authentic and made with heart. Truly a standout spot, I’ll definitely be coming back again and again!
… moreJean-Carlo Sandy
Amazing, traditional Vietnamese food, I don’t know much about Vietnamese food but from the places I’ve been this will be the only spot I will be coming to. The portions are generous to say the least but not only that it’s all fresh, you don’t get this level of freshness in the food in the area and it’s nice to have this around.
Long story short Pork Bahn Mi here is ridiculously delicious might be the best sandwich in the city 10 stars out of 5
… moreLeo Kupperman
This place is the best! Lien is the nicest, plus the food is so good and quite cheap, what more is there to say. It’s as if your long lost Viet mom is cooking for you in the middle of Back of the Yards. Everything was excellent, with the unfortunate exception of the spring rolls which were just ok (the wrapper was much too thick). The noodles were bouncy and full of flavor. The shaking beef, savory, juicy, with a satisfying mixture of spices. Don’t get me started on the egg rolls, fantastic! It is a blessing to have such a gem on the southside. Keep in mind the food can take a while and its cash or zelle only, plus Lien is the only one in the kitchen, and its not really meant as a sit down place. That said, they do have seating. Overall, highly recommend!
… moreChicago IL
Definitely call in advance!!! Hours vary!!!
Cash only for the most part but she does accept zelle.
We ordered the pho combination, the shrimp and pork spring rolls as well as the salt and pepper shrimp rice box.
The pho is a huge bowl definitely great value and portion for the price of $13! The broth is on the sweeter side so if you like your pho broth savory this ain’t it. Overall, it is delicious and recommend if you like a sweeter pho.
The shrimp and pork spring rolls are excellent! Definitely recommend. They come with cucumber, shrimp, pork, rice noodles and a peanut spicy sweet sauce which is so good!
The salt and pepper shrimp rice box is delicious, not overly salty, seasoned perfectly!!! And the rice box came with a fried egg to top it off! Perfection!! Highly recommend.
This place is run by one woman who takes all the orders and cooks. The food is guaranteed to be fresh bc she cooks one order at time. There will be a wait but it is totally worth it!!! She brings the food right out to you immediately after cooking it. It’s like having a Vietnamese mom cook for you!!! Food is fresh, great portion sizes and absolutely tasty!! Great prices too!
In terms of decor the inside is rundown but there is seating. The only thing I recommend is that the tables get a wipe down because the table we ate at was somewhat oily.
Metered parking up front.
… moretim le
A hidden gem in Chicago’s Back of Yards! I recently discovered this amazing Vietnamese restaurant worth the short drive from the Chinatown/Bridgeport area.
The authenticity of the food, prepared by Chi Lien, is exceptional. Her homemade sauces and fresh ingredients create rich, flavorful dishes that remind me of home cooked meal. From someone who is Vietnamese, I can confidently say this is the best Vietnamese food down in this area.
This restaurant is definitely a must-visit!
Be sure to bring Cash. No cards accepted. They also accept Zelle.
… moreDaNyjah Wash
Hands down the best Pho I’ve ever had in life!! The owner and cook is the sweetest,funniest,nicest woman I’ve ever encountered . Will definitely be back!!
… moreVictor Nguyen
An incredible hidden gem! As someone familiar with Viet cuisine, I can say this place is the real deal¡ It’s a humble, hole-in-the-wall spot. The owner’s use of fresh, local ingredients really shine. The pho broth was rich and flavorful, and the banh mi had freshly cooked pork and homemade pâté. Highly recommend stopping in for lunch. (Cash or Zelle only!)
… moreMilani Mai
If you want authentic vietnamese food that is cook fresh when you ordered, this place is legit.
The owner is the chef. I can’t find good this fresh in the West Coast.
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