Annam Cafe

This is a solid lunch spot. First time trying their pho and I enjoyed it. The broth was rich and flavorful. The shrimp summer roll was good too but the rice paper did end up ripping apart which made it difficult to eat. The peanut sauce that came with it was tasty. Also got the iced Vietnamese coffee which was really good (chose the less condensed milk option). The lunch combo also came with a drink of choice. It’s fairly priced and they pack up everything nicely which also comes with a reusable bag. Definitely recommend if nearby!

My team and I were in the area when we unexpectedly came across Annam Cafe. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, and the store offers plenty of seating to accommodate every customer comfortably. I tried the beef sandwich and the beef pho bowl, both of which were delicious. Of course, I also ordered an iced Vietnamese coffee, which I absolutely loved. The staff is friendly and attentive, making every visit a great experience. I recommend this place for a cozy coffee break or a quick bite.

Went in for a late lunch and place was fairly empty. If you're ordering to go, you can through a kiosk at the counter. I was eating in and ordered through a QR code at the table. Spring roll was made to order with several large shrimp - it was good but came apart easily. Peanut sauce that came with it was very tasty. BBQ pork was Banh Mi was also very good. My only complaint was that pickled carrots and radishes didn't taste pickled and were a little mushy. Quick and friendly service. Place was spotless clean. A must try.

As a Vietnamese girl, I’ve been searching for good pho in New York, and I finally found the best one at Annam Café! The Pho Beef special was absolutely delicious—rich, flavorful broth with perfectly cooked noodles and tender meats. The summer rolls were fresh and light, and the vermicelli bowl was well-balanced with tasty toppings. Great food, friendly service, and a cozy atmosphere. Highly recommend!

Service here is super fast and very friendly. The pho is amazing! Good prices for the area as well. Would definitely recommend for dine in or take out. The interior is super modern and cute.

The initial taste of the Pho blew my mind. I enjoyed the broth and noodles so much. I was genuinely surprised that a new place like this could be so good. The best parts were the beef and noodles. The atmosphere here is more to-go like they want you to hurry out with bright lights and fast-food like decor. However it's a good place for conversation with music being at the right level and plenty of seating. If you want amazing Pho then this is totally worth it. The add-ons cost too much when they should probably just be included with your meal. I can't believe a bag of tea in hot water costs $5. I would skip extras on your Pho except for maybes Vietnamese coffee. The manager or possibly owner was very nice in checking in on how everything was. The cashier staff is still very new. Overall I definitely recommend it but you could end up spending way more than you intended on what (in my opinion) should be included or much cheaper than it is.

Amazing authentic pho! The atmosphere is warm and inviting. The chicken pho is delicious and flavorful, it comes with lemon and pepper mixture to dip the chicken in. It brightens up the flavor. The sweet potato waffle fries and chicken wings are so crunchy too. I got a latte and sting, they were both delicious. I forgot to take more pictures but this place is amazing!! :)

Ordered the Annam beef special pho - the broth was flavorful but the highlight was the meat, sooo tender and juicy. Service was quick and friendly. Will def be back to try more!

Took our family here after walking around a cold rainy day in Time square and everything we ordered hit the spot! The atmosphere was very nice, the staff were attentive and things came out quickly and hot! My MIL loved everything and our daughter wished we could bring some Pho back to Florida!

Food 4.0/5.0 Service 3.0/5.0 Value 3.5/5.0 Decor 3.5/5.0 Overall 4.0/5.0 Surprisingly good bowl of pho located in Midtown. Actually indeed a pretty legit bowl. Weird-ish, colorful, orange-y decor. Would be happy to go back.

4 for the pork Spring Rolls as they are large, crunchy, and the sauce is salty and not too sweet. 3.5 for the Pate, Ham, and Pork Banh mi as the filling was pretty good but the bread is super dense and nothing like what you would serve a banh mi on. I had to pick off pieces of bread to balance each bite out. I have not tried the Pho.

Popped into this new Vietnamese spot by Herald Square for a quick weekday lunch. The place is fresh and clean, with a modern self-serve setup where you order via iPad. I got the pho ($21.78), which is steep for pho, but I guess that's Midtown prices for you. The wait was a slog--over 20 minutes for a bowl of pho, which other Yelp reviews warned about. When it finally arrived, the soup lacked that authentic pho aroma, which was a letdown. On the plus side, the beef was fresh, and the reusable to-go bag was a nice touch. Decent, but the wait and price make it hard to love. Might try again if they speed things up.

The annam special beef pho $22 was delicious. It had the beef balls, slice beef, shredded oxtail, and the broth was rich in flavors. You can tell that this is a well made bowl of pho. It was one of the best bowls I had in recent years. I also added chili peppers and it was just so good. Highly recommend this place. The only issue i had was the lunch special. There was a sign that says it includes appetizer and drink. When I asked to order the special the staff told me it is additional charge but at a special price. The spring rolls would be $2 before 3pm. The lunch special is weirdly priced and it is not a set meal which was mis leading. My pho came out within 10 minutes.

Okay, so I came back after a couple weeks from my first visit and had the most perplexing experience. I ordered "Plain Pho", which is described as just broth and noodles, no garnish or meat. After waiting 30 minutes, for what is literally the simplest item on the menu, the bowl is brought out and it's a bowl of broth with a couple slices of chicken. No noodles. When I inquired, the server told me it's because I ordered the Plain Pho... yea and I said it comes with noodles and broth. They told me they could get me noodles, but acted like they were doing me a favor by fetching noodles for me, which was quite offputting because the noodles were quite literally half of the dish I actually ordered. How does one wait half-an-hour at a very casual fast Vietnamese food place, for premade soup and noodles, and still have the order wrong? In the end, I did get my noodles and broth, but the fact that I had to spend this much time and also justify my request for noodles (which are part of the dish) is quite insane. I put this at 2 stars for now, because I enjoyed my first time. Hopefully the service will improve.

My team and I were in the area when we unexpectedly came across Annam Cafe. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, and the store offers plenty of seating to accommodate every customer comfortably. I tried the beef sandwich and the beef pho bowl, both of which were delicious. Of course, I also ordered an iced Vietnamese coffee, which I absolutely loved. The staff is friendly and attentive, making every visit a great experience. I recommend this place for a cozy coffee break or a quick bite.

The taste here keeps you coming back. You'll notice the thoroughness of good vibes. The team provides exceptional service quality. Annam Cafe will be my first stop next time I'm nearby. The whole experience works at this restaurant.

I've paid a heavy price for complaining about Midtown cuisine, but to clarify, prospects seem brighter in the 30s than 40s, and Annam Cafe is one of the most intriguing new entrants. The Saigon Special Beef Pho was excellent, and didn't need the enhancement of the optional fresh chili but I'm always eager to try spices. Shredded oxtail was perhaps the most exotic of the multiple beef components. The owner was great; he's glad to be there and happy to explain the options to novices. I'll report back soon on the banh mi. On the beverage front, I suspect coffee will be the crowd-pleaser although at my age it seemed like I should try artichoke tea for the first time ever.

Grab some banh mi sandwiches for lunch in Bryant Park. We tried 3 different ones - the classic, beef and BBQ pork. We thought the classic was the best. Glad to find this cafe near Bryant Park and will do this again.

The restaurant's location makes it easy to visit and the staff makes you want to stay. Staff attention to detail is complete. This restaurant provides great energy, good hygiene, and friendly service. The food quantity satisfies hunger well. Savor every bite!

Annam Cafe caught my eye so I decided to give it a shot and it's right near my office. I perused the menu beforehand and decided on what to order. Once you walk-in, theres a kiosk you may order from for take out. However, if you decide to dine-in, you would order from the qr code at an available table. What I orderes was the lunch Annam special- Beef pho which comes with a drink & a side. I got the shrimp summer roll for an extra $2. I wasn't impressed with any of it as it was pricey but I guess it was midtown prices. The sauce for the roll tasted strange as well. I wasn't into the roll or the beef pho. Overall, the best part was the service. Everything else was mediocre at best.

I found a place that makes me excited about eating out again. Their kitchen succeeds with distinctive offerings. Workers here showed friendly attention and addressed questions cheerfully. The dish selection, reasonable charges and remarkable staff attention make this place special. I'm anticipating my next reservation here.

This is a solid lunch spot. First time trying their pho and I enjoyed it. The broth was rich and flavorful. The shrimp summer roll was good too but the rice paper did end up ripping apart which made it difficult to eat. The peanut sauce that came with it was tasty. Also got the iced Vietnamese coffee which was really good (chose the less condensed milk option). The lunch combo also came with a drink of choice. It's fairly priced and they pack up everything nicely which also comes with a reusable bag. Definitely recommend if nearby!

A pseudo-fast casual restaurant where you order at a machine, Annam Cafe has good service, a nice interior, and pretty good pho. The pho, while quite expensive, has good flavor and in my opinion is much better than the more boring, undrinkably salty broth at nearby Pho 39. I had mine with brisket and ribeye, and the brisket was pretty decent. Overall the food is pricey but this can be forgiven due to its location. A solid option.

Got vegan pho lunch takeout from this place today. It was really good. Highly recommend.

Very clean and quick place. Beef pho was freshly made and very good broth flavor. Bbq pork ban mi was delicious. Great flavor and crispy bun. Loved all the accompaniments in the sandwich

My coworker and I stoped in here today to pick up lunch. After placing an order via a kiosk, we waited for about 20 min or so for our food. Both of us got the shrimp summer rolls and the classic banh mi. The summer rolls were not put together well and were falling apart as soon you picked them up. The menu states that the summer rolls had lettuce and herbs but ours were strongly lacking on the herb department. The banh mi was inedible. Per the description, it's supposed to have pate, cold cut ham, and BBQ pork but ours only had the pate and the pork. The pork was gristly and had chunks of fat. It also was seasoned in a way that made it very salty but also very sweet. Whatever was in that sandwich also left a pasty coating in your mouth. Neither of us ended up eating more than three bites of the banh mi.

Finally found a decent Vietnamese spot in midtown! Amazing food (get both banh mi and pho) and super sweet staff members. Will be back for sure.

I was greeted with such warm and welcoming staff here! The food I tried was delicious and also loved the viet coffee. Would definitely recommend this new spot to my friends and family!

Recently discovered this hidden gem right by work. The service was fast, food was fresh and tasted authentic, portion was decent. Will be back to try other items. Highly recommend!

Ate here tonight. Friendly, attentive staff. Delicious fresh food. Brisket Pho perfect on a cold night. 4.5/ 5 stars.