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Vietnamese standards like pho, banh mi & signature spring rolls all served in a small, basic space.
Hours
| Saturday | 11 AM–8 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday | 11 AM–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM–8 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 1813 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70130
Phone: (504) 599-9999
Website: https://lillyscafe.shop/
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Order and Reservations
Order: Order online
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Reviews
Saucy Traveler
We wanted to give this place a try while we were in New Orleans because it kept popping up in my search results. After seeing it come up so many times, we figured, why not? Unfortunately, it turned out to be a big disappointment and honestly felt like a waste of our time and money.
This is not authentic Vietnamese food, not even close. Starting with the Pho, the broth was the biggest letdown. It lacked the depth and richness you get from broth that’s been slowly simmered with beef bones and spices. Instead, it tasted flat and overly salty, more like a powdered soup base than something made the traditional way.
The grilled pork dish was also very disappointing. When I order grilled pork, I expect actual grill marks, a bit of char, and that smoky flavor. What came out didn’t resemble that at all. The meat was dry, bland, and tasted like it had been pan-cooked ahead of time, refrigerated, and then reheated. It definitely didn’t taste fresh off a grill by no means.
The spring rolls were another surprise, and not in a good way. Vietnamese fresh rolls are typically packed with herbs, vermicelli, and protein, but these had what tasted like a basic salad mix inside. It felt like filler rather than thoughtfully prepared ingredients. The egg rolls were forgettable as well.
What was most disappointing is the idea that visitors might try this place and assume this is what authentic Vietnamese cuisine tastes like. It’s not. We ate what we could and left the rest behind. I can’t recommend this place, especially if you’re looking for traditional flavors. If you’re visiting New Orleans and craving Vietnamese food, I’d suggest venturing outside of downtown for a more authentic experience and attentive service. honestly, I think it pops up on the G-search a lot because it sits on the popular Magazine St.
… moreThis is not authentic Vietnamese food, not even close. Starting with the Pho, the broth was the biggest letdown. It lacked the depth and richness you get from broth that’s been slowly simmered with beef bones and spices. Instead, it tasted flat and overly salty, more like a powdered soup base than something made the traditional way.
The grilled pork dish was also very disappointing. When I order grilled pork, I expect actual grill marks, a bit of char, and that smoky flavor. What came out didn’t resemble that at all. The meat was dry, bland, and tasted like it had been pan-cooked ahead of time, refrigerated, and then reheated. It definitely didn’t taste fresh off a grill by no means.
The spring rolls were another surprise, and not in a good way. Vietnamese fresh rolls are typically packed with herbs, vermicelli, and protein, but these had what tasted like a basic salad mix inside. It felt like filler rather than thoughtfully prepared ingredients. The egg rolls were forgettable as well.
What was most disappointing is the idea that visitors might try this place and assume this is what authentic Vietnamese cuisine tastes like. It’s not. We ate what we could and left the rest behind. I can’t recommend this place, especially if you’re looking for traditional flavors. If you’re visiting New Orleans and craving Vietnamese food, I’d suggest venturing outside of downtown for a more authentic experience and attentive service. honestly, I think it pops up on the G-search a lot because it sits on the popular Magazine St.
Kay .Chambers
Lilly’s Café is that girl.
This was my first time visiting (even though they’ve clearly been THAT place forever), and now I’m mad I waited so long.
From the moment you walk in, it’s cozy, welcoming, and full of character. There’s literally a wall of awards, Gambit’s Best Of, Yelp awards, and even “WHEREY’AT” recognition. They’ve earned every one of them, because Lilly’s lives up to the hype!
I ordered:
* Matcha Milk Tea – 10/10. Creamy, flavorful, and now has a chokehold on me. I’m coming back just for this!
* Grilled Chicken Rolls (appetizer) – 10/10. Fresh, tasty, and perfectly wrapped.
* Spicy Tofu with Rice & Veggies – 7/10. The flavor great, but was a little salty and wasn’t hot at all.
* My friend had the Spicy Shrimp Pho – 10/10
After our meal, we stepped outside to take a few pics and Lilly came out to greet us. She was so sweet and just genuinely grateful. She shared how blessed she feels to run Lilly’s and that energy made the experience even better.
Fast service, flavorful food, and unmatched hospitality. I’ll absolutely be back.
… moreThis was my first time visiting (even though they’ve clearly been THAT place forever), and now I’m mad I waited so long.
From the moment you walk in, it’s cozy, welcoming, and full of character. There’s literally a wall of awards, Gambit’s Best Of, Yelp awards, and even “WHEREY’AT” recognition. They’ve earned every one of them, because Lilly’s lives up to the hype!
I ordered:
* Matcha Milk Tea – 10/10. Creamy, flavorful, and now has a chokehold on me. I’m coming back just for this!
* Grilled Chicken Rolls (appetizer) – 10/10. Fresh, tasty, and perfectly wrapped.
* Spicy Tofu with Rice & Veggies – 7/10. The flavor great, but was a little salty and wasn’t hot at all.
* My friend had the Spicy Shrimp Pho – 10/10
After our meal, we stepped outside to take a few pics and Lilly came out to greet us. She was so sweet and just genuinely grateful. She shared how blessed she feels to run Lilly’s and that energy made the experience even better.
Fast service, flavorful food, and unmatched hospitality. I’ll absolutely be back.
Ahra Jung
Let me say I was not my best when visiting Lily’s cafe but just what I needed after my wedding night! Cured the hangover right away with their delicious pho!! The broth was soothing and not overly salty and well balanced! The noodles were perfect and the meat ratio was generous! The bahn mi was also delicious with just the right amount of crunch and softness. The summer roll was also perfect, and again the ratio of filling was generous!!
The restaurant got packed fast as this was around lunchtime but there were a fair number of customers getting carry out too! I would highly recommend getting there earlier if you can.
Lily herself even came by to check on everybody and greeted everyone despite how busy it was!
… moreThe restaurant got packed fast as this was around lunchtime but there were a fair number of customers getting carry out too! I would highly recommend getting there earlier if you can.
Lily herself even came by to check on everybody and greeted everyone despite how busy it was!
Max Rose
Great spot with delicious food and even better value!
Lilly’s cafe was a pleasant lunch affair for our group of six. We had a combination of summer rolls, fried shrimp rolls, and vegetable rolls. I had these for my main, the other people in my group had pho. We phoroughly enjoyed our food. A great restaurant to escape the typically greasy cuisine of the south. Highly recommended visit.
Lilys have clearly won many awards for their outstanding restaurant (pictured).
I have never particularly understood some of the more brothy Asian cuisine such as pho or ramen. I understand it’s nice, as people I’m with often request it, but to me it is somewhat boring tasting, and does not fit my typical meal time requirements. Certainly a suitable dish to be had when escaping from the heat.
… moreLilly’s cafe was a pleasant lunch affair for our group of six. We had a combination of summer rolls, fried shrimp rolls, and vegetable rolls. I had these for my main, the other people in my group had pho. We phoroughly enjoyed our food. A great restaurant to escape the typically greasy cuisine of the south. Highly recommended visit.
Lilys have clearly won many awards for their outstanding restaurant (pictured).
I have never particularly understood some of the more brothy Asian cuisine such as pho or ramen. I understand it’s nice, as people I’m with often request it, but to me it is somewhat boring tasting, and does not fit my typical meal time requirements. Certainly a suitable dish to be had when escaping from the heat.
He Wi
Really friendly people and profesional, but food (especially taste) could be better. We ordered pho and bun with pork. The pho noodle was too soft and the broth wasn’t beefy enough. The bun didn’t have enough veggie and the pork was not marinated well. If we could be blunt, they didn’t taste authentic enough to our liking. But we still appreciate their smile and friendliness. And the table across us was super loud we could hear their entire conversation. Not nice, folks. Lastly, the price listed wasn’t what we paid. All items were “inflation adjusted” (or so we think) by $0.4-0.6. It would’ve been great to know beforehand.
… moreAndrea Brentano
Cute little place on Magazine street (away from the hustle and bustle). Quick service. Flavorful bahn mi, the bread is more po-boy style than the crusty French bread. It was a delightful change. I also had the crab lagoon. Just me I didn’t like the sauce that came with…was looking for something sweeter maybe.
… moreJae Dee Wood
Lilly’s is such a healthy and authentic pho place. Super reasonable prices and a great selection of vegetarian options. The butterfly shrimp rolls with plum sauce can’t be beat! Also the lemon grass tea warmed me up on this cool fall day.
… moreMeyri D.
Best spring rolls I’ve ever had! They were wrapped with rice paper. The broth on that ramen is just on another level! I highly recommend!
… moreJonathan Thiery
The yummiest Vietnamese on magazine! The staff is friendly while they rush around assisting, giving out good communication to the people waiting and queuing at the door. I only have a pic of my completely empty plate because it was too good not to finish. I had the rice spicy chicken and it had a good heat, not too spicy.
… moreHokyung Roh
The banh mi is over priced for little meat. Tasty but “one-n-done!”The pho was salty. Trying to obtain the umami by salting it too much. Friendly servers and speedy service.
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