"While Z is a relative newbie in a sea of old Vietnamese standbys, the restaurant, run by husband-and-wife tandem of Hien Pham and Huong Nguyen, adds a contemporary sensibility to a focused menu of Vietnamese cuisine. A recent design makeover lends a trendy, nightclub vibe to the place, while new menu items like the Boujee Pho prettied with roasted bone marrow, Saigon Sizzle lamb chops, and a bracing filet mignon salad maintain the elevated ambience. Also elevated: the decibel level when DJs blow patrons away with the new sound system. The fetching, insta-friendly Forager cocktail, blending mezcal with mushroom-black sesame and lion’s mane extract, is another highlight of the transformation." - Faiyaz Kara
Eater