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Viet Garden brief review
Posted on 1/11/12 at 10:59 am
Posted on 1/11/12 at 10:59 am
As many of you know Pho Quynh has changed ownership and has reopened as Viet Garden. I went yesterday for lunch and was very impressed. As I only had a "small" bowl of pho I can't comment too much on the menu, but anyway...
I ordered my usual which consists or everything but meatballs and it was great. The broth was as clear as I have had, and while it wasn't very dark, it was rich and clean. Lots of tendon, tripe, flank and brisket.
Other positive notes:
1. Extremely friendly service.
2. Pho came out in about three minutes.
3. They refilled my iced tea without me even having to ask! (While this might not seem like a big deal, those of you that have frequented the Viet places in BR should understand my delight).
4. The two big screen tvs were on and tuned to ESPN, not a recording of a Vietnamese variety show.
5. The place is by far the cleanest in town, although I can't speak for Dream Berrie as I've never been there.
There were only about 20 people in there so I'm not sure how they will handle a rush, but the waiters were on their toes. This will be my go to from now on.
I ordered my usual which consists or everything but meatballs and it was great. The broth was as clear as I have had, and while it wasn't very dark, it was rich and clean. Lots of tendon, tripe, flank and brisket.
Other positive notes:
1. Extremely friendly service.
2. Pho came out in about three minutes.
3. They refilled my iced tea without me even having to ask! (While this might not seem like a big deal, those of you that have frequented the Viet places in BR should understand my delight).
4. The two big screen tvs were on and tuned to ESPN, not a recording of a Vietnamese variety show.
5. The place is by far the cleanest in town, although I can't speak for Dream Berrie as I've never been there.
There were only about 20 people in there so I'm not sure how they will handle a rush, but the waiters were on their toes. This will be my go to from now on.
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Posted on 1/11/12 at 11:28 am to pooponsaban
Address?
Posted on 1/11/12 at 11:36 am to OTIS2
Same location and phone number as Pho Quynh.
11990 Florida Blvd.
Baton Rouge, LA 70815
Tel: 225.218.6226
South side of Airline about half a mile east of Sherwood.
11990 Florida Blvd.
Baton Rouge, LA 70815
Tel: 225.218.6226
South side of Airline about half a mile east of Sherwood.
Posted on 1/11/12 at 11:44 am to pooponsaban
Thanks. I never get over to that side of town.
Posted on 1/11/12 at 12:04 pm to OTIS2
The Vietnamese restaurants and markets are the only reason I head out there.
Posted on 1/11/12 at 12:48 pm to pooponsaban
Thanks!
I went to Pho Quynh a few years ago and it was pretty danged good. (Probably the original owner) Looking forward to try the new iteration
Cheers!
I went to Pho Quynh a few years ago and it was pretty danged good. (Probably the original owner) Looking forward to try the new iteration
Cheers!
Posted on 2/18/12 at 1:01 am to webstew
Tried this new restaurant twice which is under new owner. I will give this restaurant 2 thumbs up rating due to the more upscale food preparation and decor.I have tried a lot of Vietnamese restaurants in town, and to me, this tops them all. Their fried shrimp cake is a must try; had their duck egg noodle soup which is one of the best egg noodle I've ever had; up to the standards in Asia! Combination meat fried noodle is also very tasty. The fried quail is well marinated and tender. You won't be disappoint with the quality of the food. I am glad a Vietnamese friend of mine introduced this place to me.
Posted on 2/20/12 at 10:40 pm to ccw
Posted on 2/20/12 at 10:43 pm to pooponsaban
Do they serve banh mi? I've been broken-hearted ever since Little Saigon shut down.
Posted on 2/20/12 at 10:55 pm to Kid Nickels
I honestly haven't checked. Dang's is the fire for Banh Mi though.
Posted on 2/21/12 at 7:07 am to Kid Nickels
quote:
I've been broken-hearted ever since Little Saigon shut down.
Supposed to be reopened next month on the other side of Fla Blvd.
I never could figure out the menu at Pho Quynh.
Thank for the review.
Posted on 2/21/12 at 12:19 pm to Kajungee
quote:
I never could figure out the menu at Pho Quynh.
This restaurant is new and different from Pho Quynh.
I had asked the owner for recommendations as I also can't always figure out some of the dishes.
There's an appetizer with "marinated lotus root". It actually is a cold salad with different veggies, including coriander, plus pork and shrimp. Tried it yesterday: quite good and refreshing. It is something I would order again!
This post was edited on 2/21/12 at 12:21 pm
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