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Nong Lá Cafe

Vietnamese Restaurant and Asian Restaurant$$$$

West Los Angeles, Los Angeles

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Nong Lá Cafe

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Ranked #4 for bánh mì sandwiches in Los Angeles
"Get the large Thit Nuong (Grilled Pork) Banh Mi with egg."(11 Tips)
"Great pho spot, with lots of dessert options in walking distance."(21 Tips)
"Best pho on the Westside."(3 Tips)
"Love the passion fruit iced tea."(3 Tips)

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Go Find AliceSeptember 11, 2014
Been here 10+ times
They are very accommodating for any changes made to their menu (eg. Removing ingredients, replacing ingredients). Best service for a Vietnamese restaurant!
Adrian PhillipsMay 5, 2015
Finding a park around here for lunch is a complete shit sandwich. If you're up for some Bun (noodle salad), then be sure to get any of the ones with egg rolls. Vietnamese iced coffee is spot on.
eeena d.January 30, 2013
Been here 10+ times
If you are planning on getting the Banh Mih, ask to have it with egg. If you're getting the cold noodles, you can also ask for an extra egg roll. Passion Fruit Iced Tea is good.
Kelly BoneJanuary 21, 2015
Wonderful Banh Mi Chay with tofu and organic mushrooms--order it without mayo for a vegan option
Hien TFebruary 2, 2013
They use fresh noodles for pho. If you've never had fresh noodles before, just know they are really slippery. So you might need to ask for wooden chopsticks or a fork.
Kim CruickshanksSeptember 17, 2020
I’m a big fan of their banh mi - splurge on the fried egg and add extra pate, it’s worth it.
Amy LamJune 4, 2013
Been here 25+ times
Finally, good banh mi on the westside! Get the large Thit Nuong (Grilled Pork) Banh Mi with egg. Skip the coffee.
Miki ReynoldsMay 30, 2012
Family owned spot with excellent service, especially if you sit at the bar! Ask for the vegetarian "fish sauce" as an alternative.
michael deveroFebruary 1, 2019
Good pho. Love the passion fruit iced tea. Bahn mi is also good here
Kevin TDecember 14, 2015
Their beef pho broth is a little salty and the flavor is a bit off, enough that I don't really enjoy it.
Amir BaharlouOctober 30, 2016
Great pho spot, with lots of dessert options in walking distance.
Staff PicksJanuary 7, 2016
Rainy days are ahead, and what better way to pass the time indoors than with a hot bowl of the aromatic beef broth better known as pho? Read more
Jonathan PierceApril 7, 2013
Pho base was overwhelmed by the taste of star anise. Iced espresso was made way ahead of time, making it far beyond bitter--almost spoiled. Does to Viet food what SushiStop does to sushi, but for $$$
Tiffany PrugpichailersDecember 2, 2012
The Hue beer is pretty good - light and refreshing but with good flavor (none of that watery crap)!
daniel gosleeNovember 29, 2012
Throw them jalapeños on your banh mi and then wash it down with the sparkling lemonade.
feliciaMarch 7, 2015
Been here 10+ times
really can't go wrong with anything on their menu. love that you can add a fried egg to the banh mi!
Bradley ClarkeSeptember 9, 2014
The cafe sua is a must- espresso poured over condensed milk.
Lee SimpsonJuly 2, 2016
Try the Pate Cha Banh Mi. Probably the best.
Riquel ShaneSeptember 29, 2012
Been here 10+ times
Ask for wooden chopsticks. They are much easier to work with when eating pho. 
Jon NarongApril 1, 2013
Literally only one vegetarian noodle option - bun chay. It's good but wish they had more. And they don't take Amex.
Jason PopeJuly 15, 2021
Best Vietnamese food I have had on the west side.
Tastemaker BlogJuly 25, 2012
The Pho Ga. Great flavor, just add some hoisin sauce!
@jasonyi924July 12, 2012
Been here 25+ times
100% flavor and 0% MSG. Service is impeccable.
Line-da NocheJune 23, 2013
Cafe sua is just how I like my drinks, strong! Super delish!
Lily Y.October 7, 2013
Been here 10+ times
Best Passion Fruit Iced Tea! Try it!
Reyn HornwoodDecember 15, 2012
The Spring rolls are amazing, and the ice tea is homemade.
Sunday WafflesNovember 1, 2013
Been here 10+ times
Fresh noodles bring Westsiders to the yard...I mean, patio.
Kevork KazanjianMarch 30, 2015
Is it trendy? Yes. Is it clean and convenient? Yes. Is it good? NO.
Alex W.August 7, 2013
Get everything! And vibe out to the heavy hip hop on repeat.
David HeiserJuly 17, 2016
Just got takeout, but my banh mi was underwhelming to say the least, especially for the price.
Chris SchielzoJanuary 20, 2016
Been here 5+ times
The Vietnamese coffee is 👌🏼
AmyAugust 12, 2012
Been here 100+ times
Pho tai and steak banh mi are delish.
Phoenix 💥💥💥May 6, 2015
Try the Passion Fruit iced tea
Sydney MJanuary 23, 2017
Pho, veggie summer roll
Shamus WilsonOctober 28, 2016
Try anything pork.
Kris LNovember 21, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Lemongrass steak bun. End of discussion. Yum
SampionMay 15, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Try the lady pho gaga aka pho ga aka chicken pho!
Christine D.August 7, 2014
Bun bo hue is very good here.
Michael ChuNovember 10, 2013
Service is almost INSTANTANEOUS! 10/10
Line-da NocheJune 23, 2013
Might as well wait the long line to sit and dine instead of waiting over 20 minutes for take out.
Naz HashNovember 24, 2014
Been here 10+ times
Best pho in LA ‼️
Arman AfghaniApril 18, 2015
Pho was great
Felicia DorngJune 1, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Pho was so fresh and healthy tasting
Ryan CarrMay 17, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Get the passion fruit iced tea
Ryan KMarch 10, 2015
Killer banh mi.
SeanMay 25, 2014
Been here 10+ times
Dog friendly restaurant!
Ajay PondicherryOctober 26, 2012
Good, clean, healthy, vietnamese food.
DonleeDecember 30, 2012
Been here 25+ times
Best pho on the Westside.
DebsMarch 25
Chicken Pho
Michael RudoyJanuary 31, 2013
Been here 10+ times
THE BEST PHO IN LA.

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