PHO 87
1019 North Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90012 Directions
Since 1987
Here’s The Deal:
"'Pho 87 Los Angeles' prides itself in the consistency and freshness of its authentically cooked food. Their culinary is entirely based on ingredients passed down through generations and given new life to professional chefs in the restaurant. Their dishes rely on the variety of fresh herbs and ingredients, the use of contrasting flavors varying blends and seasoning mixes. They retain the exquisitely traditional flavor of Vietnamese cuisine in their products, as well as the effective and careful manner in which they are served."
SPECIALTY:
Saigon Chicken Wings, Lemongrass Chicken, Soups, Rice and Vermicelli Entree, Grilled Meat Salad Rolls, Chicken Lettuce Wraps, Grilled Pork, Grilled Tiger Prawns, Vietnamese Sub, Grilled Vegetables, Grilled Beef, Spicy Calamari, Spring Rolls, Spicy Sauteed Mushrooms, Vietnamese Pork Platters, Appetizers, Steamed Rice & Saigon Meat Platter
Price: Starts from $3
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AU LAC LA
710 West 1st Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012 Directions
Since 2015
Here’s The Deal:
"'Au Lac LA' is a popular Vietnamese cuisine that has evolved to include more dishes and flavors to satisfy any diet. Their chef has a holistic dream and extended the menus with modern vegan and raw offerings. Au Lac LA has recipes and menus that are always mutating as they find new ideas and different products. They use organic products and only natural ingredients and purify their water with reverse osmosis for optimal hydration and taste. The restaurant is one of the longest living all-vegan restaurants in the region. Their popular Vietnamese and Chinese flavors enhance your taste buds satisfied when you visit Au Lac in downtown Los Angeles."
SPECIALTY:
Mad Flax, Lemongrass Fish, Tostada, Curried Rice, Ramen Solstice, Ito Burrito, Norriton, Garlic Basil, Cali Roll, BBQ Pork Roll, Cheesy Noodles, Crimini Pesto, Octopus, Eggrolls, Ginger Mint Bean Rice, Salt and Peppered Shrimp or Tofu, Spicy Tempeh, Friend Fries, Sweet, Claypot Fish, Yellow Noodle Soup, Kale Sea & Eggplant Vermicelli
One of the oldest all-vegan restaurants in the county remains the best 2014
Price: Starts from $6
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PHORAGE OVERLAND
3300 Overland Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90034 Directions
Since 2013
Here’s The Deal:
"Phorage Overland is a locally-sourced modern Vietnamese notion that aims to provide high-quality food produced from incredible ingredients at a reasonable price. The restaurant consists of recycled woods and objects to create space that is as environmentally sound as practicable without sacrificing quality and aesthetics. Their space has a sleek yet warm inviting feel, and many of the decorations are handcrafted. Chef Perry pays attention to ingredients and methodology with the bold flavors of a well-composed menu. Their food highlights the cuisine without the use of MSG. Phorage Overland is a uniquely modern Vietnamese cuisine that serves traditional dishes using high-quality ingredients."
SPECIALTY:
Caramelized Shrimp, Crispy Tofu, Natural Pork, Jidori Chicken, Coriander Beef, Eggplant, Berkshire Pork, Marys Fish Sauce Fish, Fresh Veg Roll, Natural Oxtail, Marys Free-Range, Washugyu Beef, Coriander Beef, Green Papaya Salad & Bok Choy