Reviews
The flavors are wonderful. You will not be disappointed! I usually have grilled dishes and rice, but the pho is also top of the line. And the prices are great too.Food: 5/5
I decided to visit this place after looking at online reviews and their menu. With a fairly spacious dining area, this establishment offers dine in and take out options. I opted to take out. I asked for the lunch special menu, but was told they do not have one. I visited on 8/5/24. I'm guessing online photos of the menu were much older. So I decided to order the duck. However, the staff person asked if I've ever had it. I said no and she recommend I not order it. I didn't understand this, because if I never try it, I'll never be able to answer yes. Anyway, I took her advice and got the grilled chicken with lemongrass, cucumber and bean sprouts over vermicelli. The portion was big for sure. The dish was not very fragrant. A dressing came on the side. The dish is marked as having peanuts, which it did. It also is noted that it's spicy, which it's not. I tried the chicken and am fairly certain it is boneless thighs. It was flavored very well and tasted fresh from the grill with a little char. The dressing added to this. The dish however was rich in chicken and vermicelli, although the cucumber and bean sprouts were sparse. They forgot to add lemongrass or made the mistake of adding mint. The peanuts were also lacking. It was a disappoinment that the lemongrass chicken had no lemongrass. The dish was tasty, but not what I wanted. Aside from the food, the business has tough to find street parking but ample parking in the rear. They have a sign up that you must spend over $13 to use a credit card. At some point, the cook stepped out of the kitchen and I was glad to see she had a hair net on, but did not have gloves on. She wasn't cooking, so I'm not going to say she never wears gloves. Their chopsticks are very nice, not the cheap ones you normally get. They do need to add more than 1 napkin to your Togo orders.
The BEST Vietnamese food around-period! They have the best tasting soups the broth is just awesome. I go there all the time and the food is always fresh and terrific. Very friendly service as well. I highly recommend curry chicken, but all their dishes are very good. Free hot green tea to start you off: if you like Vietnamese food or just fresh, good tasting food you HAVE to visit this place. You will not regret it, period. That is my two cents;
I’ve ordered from here countless times but this is the first I’ve had the bun bo hue. It’s the most flavorful BBH i’ve ever tasted. Has a nice level of spice to it. Will be my go-to order from now on. The chicken bahn mi is always a staple in my order.
Old school Vietnamese and Chinese food and everything is decent. I wish there is more meat in each dishes but they priced everything pretty cheap.Food: 4/5
Another week on the road. This week let’s pho . There were five other patrons on site when I arrived. The server told me to sit anywhere. The first thing I noticed is that it is quite dark in the dining area. I ordered the half done beef fillet pho and the pork banh mi, hot tea and ice water. I received everything but my water for the water, I had to flag the server down as she returned to the kitchen after bringing another table their food. Impressions: The banh mi is flavorful but very skimpy with the pork. The pho was also pretty light with the beef. I found the broth to be pretty bland overall. I typically add siracha and hoisin to my pho after I sample it to see how much is needed. I ended up mostly tasting the sauces… The most flavorful thing I had was the hot tea. It was hot and strong. I received a small pot that continued to steep as I ate. Not my best experience but I am no longer hungry . One last thing, I guess I need to go to the counter to pay. I have been waiting to see the server for more that 10 minutes…
Service was kind of bad, but great foods at affordable prices. Pho broth hit the spot! Thick enough but not too greasy. Spring rolls are well wrapped filled with shrimps, vegetables, and vermicelli noodles. Service wise, it took more than 10 mins to be seated in spite of few dining in people. The server wasn't really kind. Also, I had to go to the casher to check out.
UPDATED - 1/10/2024 Located off a busy Wood Avenue in Linden, my colleague and I enjoyed every meal at this family-run establishment. Today, some of us decided to order takeout from Phở Minh via their website for delivery. Their extensive menu featured a wide range of Vietnamese options, including vermicelli, noodle soups, vegetarian dishes, and more, all prepared with the freshest ingredients. We decided to order Gỏi Cuốn Chay Tofu Summer rolls with lettuce and rice vermicelli accompanied by peanut sauce, Pho Tom Shrimp Pho Soup, and Bánh Mì Gà Nướng Vietnamese Grilled Chicken Sandwich. The summer roll was good, and their peanut sauce had the perfect texture and flavor. The pho’s broth and noodle texture were delicious and went so well in cold weather. As a first-timer, the banh mi sandwich, although simple-looking, was also delicious and both tender and juicy with the pickled veggies. The bread had a nice crunch on the outside. To my surprise, it also contained slices of jalapeño, which weren’t listed, and I took those off. Food arrived at the desired time for noon if one lives or works near them. Prices were reasonable, and portion sizes were relatively good. We were satisfied with the outcome of the delivery and will continue to recommend this place. ———————— If you are in the mood for phở, live or work nearby and don't feel like driving far, look no further but this small Vietnamese casual gem in Linden located on Wood Avenue. One of my colleague and I came during lunch and for while had the whole place to ourselves. As a starter, we began with the summer roll Gỏi cuốn consisting shrimp with lettuce & rice vermicelli wrapped in rice paper served cold and accompanied by their delicious peanut sauce which was creamy, sweet, and nutty. For the main dish, we both ordered phở - Pho Tai Gan Eye-Round Steak & Tendon Beef and Pho Tai Half done beef filet. Their pho arrived hot and was decent wouldnt say it was the best I have ever had but definitely not the worst on this first day of winter. The food is always fresh, portions were just right and the service okay. They deserve your money as much as you deserve their fantastic eats which we can recommend.
Update: Too bad the front hostess/waitress was very unfriendly. The food was actually delicious. I think the atmosphere and service can really improve with friendlier staff. Original review: I never leave a review, but this had to be said. The hostess/waitress was very unfriendly and really hard to understand. Practically kicking customers out before you can even order. I almost left after her first few sentences. Don’t recommend if you’re looking for friendly service. Place is dead and can see why.. will not be returning
First time here. Bubble tea was addictive. Food came out quick. Salads were cleaned and fresh. Taste was 8 out of 10. Didnt have the desert i wanted. Price was good Not expensive. Clean establishment. They Did have high chairs. Very quiet. Very friendly. Waited a little long for check. I had to go to register to pay. Other then that. We were happy.
