I've only ordered delivery from here using DoorDash. I got the signature spicy hot noodle soup, in medium spicy. The order was average. I didn't think the spice level was medium, more of a mild, and they left out the tripe that I had ordered to come with the soup. For a delivery orders, they charge extra if you want the soup to be separated from the noodles, but this should be a given considering the noodles can easily overcook while in delivery.
This is my go to bahn mi spot, I got two bahn mi's. One pork with mild spicy and one chicken with medium spicy. If you can't handle your spice but like a little kick I recommend mild. The baguette is crunchy and decently filled for the price. I usually take it to go bc theres only a few seats and the ambiance is not priority but you can't beat the price. They are pretty speedy as well
This needs to be your go-to for crunchy, filling banh mi! Pork and chicken are the tried-and-true options. Plus get an iced Vietnamese coffee to jumpstart your day
I was in the neighborhood and found this place for lunch. The bahn mi was so good! The price is great and the quality of the food was amazing. Also, the teas were good! I really like the bread and even bought a few. I didn't like the fried milk sticks honestly, but everything else was delicious. Wish I lived closer, this place would be me go-to. Price is right, but the food is amazing!
This review is for delivery only. My husband and I had a craving for bahn mi and decided to order from Summer for the first time since it's been on our list for a while. We both got the classic and shared an order of Taiwanese popcorn chicken. The food was pretty solid overall. The popcorn chicken was deliciously seasoned and very crispy, despite the fact that it had to travel to get to us. We would definitely order it again. The classic bahn mi was decent; however, I couldn't identify any pâté, and although I saw what I believe was a slice of ham in the sandwich, I couldn't taste it. The pork was very crumbly, almost ground, and it was on the sweeter side, but it was okay. The veggies and cilantro were abundant and dominated the sandwich. They tasted fresh, but they were concentrated on the top two thirds of the sandwich, so most of the bites I took seemed to consist of only veggies. I guess that balances out the popcorn chicken. I would try a different bahn mi next time or perhaps a rice/noodle dish. It was a decent delivery experience though.
I've been coming here for years. If Joju is closed or I'm trying to go for a more affordable sandwich, this is my go-to Vietnamese sandwich. We ordered Taiwanese popcorn chicken, Vietnamese sandwiches, and bubble tea from here and they were all delicious. They also have rice dishes, noodle dishes, and other Asian appetizers. Orders normally take 15-20 minutes to get so you should always call ahead. I've tried the grilled chicken sandwich and the classic sandwich. I thought the classic sandwich would be more obvious with the meats, but it was not too different in taste. The meats were smaller portions than what you would receive from Joju, but it makes sense since it is cheaper. The popcorn chicken is delicious and definitely something you cannot go wrong with. The bubble teas are more affordable compared to the other spots in the area so this is good, too. I will be back as always.
This small fast-casual style restaurant has a very simple interior, but it can be challenging to feel comfortable due to the bikes and restaurant supplies openly displayed in the dining area. The cashier may initially come across as standoffish, wearing a frowning expression, but we eventually got used to it and didn't mind. They were quite efficient and quick when it came to taking orders. The menu here offers very affordable options, and while you might assume they serve Vietnamese food, they actually present various comfort food from different cuisines (Vietnamese, Chinese, Taiwanese, Japanese). We tried the signature noodle soup (3.5/5), which had a spicy and flavorful broth. It was topped with fatty beef and spam, and originally it includes a medley of ingredients such as tofu, cilantro, lotus root, beef meatball, rice cake, wood ear mushroom, and narutomaki. Unfortunately, the quality of the dish has declined. They no longer serve fried tofu with the soup; instead, they have replaced it with silky tofu. Additionally, the meatballs, which used to be part of the dish, are no longer included. The beef banh mi (4/5) had a rich umami flavor thanks to the marinade, and the pickled vegetables provided a good balance to the richness. The popcorn chicken (4/5) was crispy, juicy, and tender, prepared fresh upon ordering.
The spicy soup was excellent, available with various kinds of noodles, add-ons and, importantly, spice levels. The counter guy was intuitive as I chattered about my indecision over the "mild" and "medium" levels; his advice to go for "mild" was accurate, as this level still offered plenty of heat. I was intrigued by the lamb option but they were out of that so I got fatty beef and blood clams, but the broth is powerful enough, with a decent assortment of included vegetables, so the specific add-ons won't make or break the soup.