Lele East & West Thai Vietnamese Cuisine

Vietnamese restaurant · Tacoma

Lele East & West Thai Vietnamese Cuisine

Vietnamese restaurant · Tacoma

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5015 Tacoma Mall Blvd #103, Tacoma, WA 98409

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Tranquil locale serving Southeast & East Asian specialties, plus bubble tea & Vietnamese coffee.  

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"Newcomers shouldn’t be put off by the restaurant’s mall-adjacent real estate: This South Tacoma dining hall serves up beef pho with a light, delicate broth in a spacious, attractive venue with a live-edge bar and banquet-style tables, ideal for larger parties. Non-pho favorites include the green papaya salad and a crisp roasted duck served with tangy house-made fish sauce." - Charlotte Muzzi

8 of Tacoma’s Best Pho Spots - Eater Seattle
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Miss L

Google
It started off good. Thai iced tea was tasty. Good atmosphere. Nice people…Then the food came. It had almost no flavor at all. They asked how spicy and I said 3, my daughter said 4. The spice level was at a negative. Her swimming angel dish was inedible. My cashew chicken was extremely bland. I’m very disappointed. But the guy was nice.

Luke O'Bannan

Google
CHINESE, not Thai. Red curry tasted like tomato soup. Fried rice made with cheap frozen veggie mix. Phad Thai and Ginger sauce had gelatinous (corn starch thickened) consistency.

Michelle Phanthavong

Google
Came here on a Sunday around 3 pm and there was no one else in the restaurant. I came for a party of four and my members were like 20 minutes late due to traffic but they were nice and waited and it started to fill up as we got closer to 4. It was spacious. A server was eating lunch and the main guy took a minute to come out and we ended up just sitting wherever we wanted. I did look at the website menu online on their website and there's a couple variations. There was also a conflict in pricing for the bubble tea on their main menu ($6) and on the small drink menu on the table ($5), I didn't verify which was right because I ended up getting Thai tea which came in a classic bubble tea type cup and sealed lid. We got crab ragoons, which were not on the actual menu but written on a chalk board that I saw when I first got in for 12$. Came in a small bowl with a decent portion. They were okay. Mostly wonton wrapper, not a lot of filling at all. I wouldn't get these here again. Fresh spring rolls were good, nothing out of the ordinary and came with a pretty big serving of peanut sauce in comparison to the rolls. For main entrees: phad Thai with 2 stars. Would not get again there, lacked a lot of flavor. Was more or less eating plain noodles it tasted like. It did come with a peanut like sauce on the side which would have just made it tasted like peanut noodles more than phad Thai. It looked like honey mustard at first. Red curry with 4 stars, not spicy at all though. A ton of vegetables, cabbage, broccoli, carrots, celery, and onions. Taste was subtle and could have definitely used a bigger heaping of red curry paste. My husband got meatball pho and he stated that it didn't really taste like much at all either. They never gave him the plate of herbs which most places do (menu does state that they do give it on the side) and he never said anything either though. The portions were decent sized and good for the money besides the ragoons. I just wouldn't go again because of taste. I had a bit of hope because of reviews but if you're looking for really good, strong thai flavors, I would not recommend it here. Service was good though and attentive while it was slower but when it did get busier, you did notice you had a wait a little more. Since it was mostly just two people.

David

Google
HIDDEN GEM: I am excited to go back and planning on making a regular spot. Food is AMAZING. Service was great. Prices are fair! Everything is so perfect. I highly recommend you go try it out. ALSO THE WINGS ARE INCREDIBLE

Jordan Cascade

Google
They were very accommodating of my food allergies and very understanding! The food was extremely good as well. I'm very happy with it and they fed me well. 😄 If you're curious, I got the Tom Yum Soup and the Fresh Spring Rolls.

Olivia

Google
Before I even discuss the food I have to say I haven't had such a fun interaction with a server ... maybe ever before. He was professional and attentive and all that good stuff, plus had an incredible ability to create rapport. Unforgettable -- and I'll be back just for the people. Had the vermicelli salad which was delicious healthy and beautiful; the pho was a few notches above the standard pho. The fried egg rolls were piping hot. Ask for their homemade chili sauce!!! Overall, there's an intelligence to this place -- the menu is balanced, the interior is inspired, the food is gorgeous. They should be proud of what they've created and I will be back to try more!

Karole Ridley

Google
Gluten- free friendly!! Jenni was amazing. We are traveling for work and I have celiac, after 2 hrs and 4 other restaurants not understanding the allergies and how it would affect my health we had to move on. We stumbled across here as a last chance. In tears and full hopelessness we attempted one more place in hopes to have a sit down meal in a strange town as it was getting late and places were closing. We were greeted and when I asked about gf food she names a list and I said yes to her suggestions… couldn’t be more fantastic!! The sauce, flavors, speed, presentation and kind service is above superb. I would give 10/10 and come again hands down. LARGE portions and gut busting amounts of warm goodness!! Only thing better than the food is the service. Felt like family, laughing and smiles. What an amazing couple. Worth every moment. Personal thank you for saving or trip I was ready to give up on date night before his big work event this weekend. Thank you for you amazing meal and kindness

Benjamin Sommers

Google
Food was excellent. Fried prawns were a hit with the kids. Best fried rice they've ever had. The pho was on point as well.

Daryl H.

Yelp
I dont even do reviews ever but I got too. I come in this spot like twice a week I don't even need the menu I already know what I want! the Orange chicken is cooked the way it's supposed to be not too much bread and the pho is crazy. I'm sittin in here eatin right now & just had to show some love because it's not getting old at all

Susie R.

Yelp
Lunch was meh at best. We ordered fresh spring rolls - portion was generous but the peanut sauce was pretty much just a brown sauce. No flavor whatsoever. Ordered pad Thai & Malaysian noodles. Have had both dishes multiple times from different restaurants & they are definitely different dishes. These 2 tasted & looked exactly the same - neither dish had much flavor. No, we were not served the same dish. Had to add lime juice, soy sauce & red chili paste to make it palatable. Will not be going back. Changed rating to 1 star - thought it might have just been an upset stomach this afternoon but made a poor decision to eat leftovers for dinner- albeit after I doctored it up - have had to literally run to the bathroom each time after eating for a most unpleasant outcome!

J C.

Yelp
The green curry is the chef's kiss! LeLe has its own house-made curry paste, and you can tell the difference. I add prawns and make it spicy level 5. It could be spicier still, but nothing that a sprinkle of red chili flakes can't remedy. I never order green curry from anywhere else. I hold out for LeLe!

Jim A.

Yelp
This is one of my favorite restaurants. It has a very relaxing atmosphere with tlgentle background music. The food is consistently very good. The staff are welcoming and attentive. And, there is good parking.

Marah H.

Yelp
Some coworkers and I stopped in for a mid-week lunch and we were instantly greeted at the door. The young woman who greeted us, promptly took us to a table of our choosing and handed us a few menus. We ordered a smattering of appetizers to share, before placing our entree order. The wait was relatively fast as appetizers came out within a few short minutes. I highly recommend the fried calamari. It is the best I have ever had and it's only $12. Notable mention on the wings and any noodle dish they offer.

Melinda P.

Yelp
Menu selection is huge. You can tell they use cheaper quality meats, etc. Ambiance is pretty nice.

Bernard U.

Yelp
First visit and not disappointed.Ordered the "starter"Saigon crepe,a fave from their sister restaurant in the Proctor district.Didn't disappoint! Huge and flavourful.Swimming Angel was the other meal along with some calamari as a proper starter.Generous on the side of rice and a nice sauce.Service was prompt and friendly.Very quiet except for the Car Toys store two shops away with customers abusing their car speakers!Good for large and small groups,cocktails,beer and wine....a pleasant dining experience.

Thornton A.

Yelp
Wow this place is awesome, it's beautiful inside. The staff were awesome, our waitress was prompt and really nice. The food however is off the hook, yes it was delicious. I can't believe how many times I have gone past this place and never stopped. The pad thai was really good and they made it nice and spicy for me. I had a taste of the viet curry it was very flavorful with a taste of lemongrass. Yes definitely eat here!

Nick R.

Yelp
Nearly panicked when I stopped at the super charger and realized my only dining option might be a Jack N The Box... Thankfully I found this place hidden around the corner. Got their eggplant dish and it was unlike any I've ever had. Super crispy with an interesting hint of curry. Was the perfect meal after a long drive. Told the waiter I was in a bit of a rush and he brought everything out fast while still piping hot. Clean and friendly service. Will definitely stop back on my next road trip.

Linda O.

Yelp
Pretty good food - a nice change from our regular Thai restaurant. Everything was enjoyable, but we didn't have the ooh's and ahhh's we usually experience. We would go back, but probably won't.

Kay J.

Yelp
The fresh spring rolls were good, and came with lots of peanut sauce. I tried the Malaysian noodles with chicken for the first time since they didn't have Pad kee mao, which is my go to order. The food came out quickly, and the noodles were flavorful, but it tasted mostly like fish sauce. There was barely any Chinese sausage in it, but a lot of chicken. The presentation was nice. The 3 pieces of broccoli used as garnish was almost raw. The server was friendly and the decor was nice- lots of plants. I think I'd come back, but order something else next time.

Tracie D.

Yelp
Ordered the pork and wonton soup and fried wontons for delivery. I enjoyed both, but the soup was fantastic. I cannot wait to try additional items next time.

Lisa L.

Yelp
Delicious food, fair prices, good service, clean and well decorated interior. I decided on the Golden Fried Prawns. 8 Large Prawns with a homemade chili sauce. The prawns were plump and juicy with a light batter and a wonderful starter to any meal.

Karole W.

Yelp
Gluten free for the win!! Traveling from out of town for a work gala we have had a long eventful day of beaches and hikes. The wet damp weather left me wanting something warm and fulfilling. We had stopped at 4 places and after 2 hours of driving to sit and be told nothing was gf I wanted to cry and give up. I have celiac disease and travel is hard. I have an important gala tomorrow with executives and the last thing I want is to be sick. We walk it to be greeted by Jenni (believe is owner along w her husband) what a great team and made us laugh. She took my request seriously and it was refreshing (many times restaurant see allergies as problems for them) I felt valid and safe ordering. What a reassuring feeling. This was some of the most flavorful gf foods. I could eat the dipping sauce for the spring rolls with a spoon!! The sizes of each item are enough for 2 but so cost efficient for the size. Any where else I would of assumed between size and quality to pay 2x as much. It's a stunning place. Extremely clean. FAST!! So filling!! Will come back during our trip just to have this amazing food again!! Jenni your kindness and knowledge will not be forgotten. You saved my date night before our big event tomorrow. I can't thank you enough.

Dylan D.

Yelp
Amazing 5 Stars!! This place was truly amazing. I haven't gave out a five star review, but this place e deserved my first 5 star. I ordered the Tofu Pad Thai and let me tell you, it blew my mind. I ordered it with 4 stars of spiciness and it was perfect. I was actually smiling and nodding my head with every bite. You know that feeling of pure happiness, thats what I was feeling when eating here. But wait it gets better, the side of the curry peanut sauce extenuated the flavor ten folds. It had me in a epileptic seizure after finishing the dish. The place was very welcoming and had a very homey feel to it. The interior was very simple and sophisticated. I recommend everyone to eat here!!!! Very good food for a cheap price!

Edmel R.

Yelp
I usually don't give 2 stars to local spots. I have many reasons on my judgement, but I had to be honest. I got the Pad Se-Ew 4 Stars and I have never been so underwhelmed by the spice and flavor. I understand with the current state of the world, but I was disappointed. My cousins highly praised this place for their Chicken and noodles, but that was not the case for me. I am very familiar with Thai and Cambodian spices for reference. So, when I ordered 4 stars, I was expecting a great kick and need for water! But that was the exact opposite experience. I could see the pepper flakes but no taste of spice. The flavoring was a bit watered down in my opinion. Other than my underwhelming pad se-ew, I enjoyed their chicken. Tho the amount ranged from 6-8 (which was unfortunate to have such an inconsistency) but great taste! I would order the chicken. On the other hand, their service was great and professional. You keep the paper menus for your health and safety. They offer straws. There's also dine-in

Colrain F.

Yelp
I had papaya salad and the appetizer sampler. Everything was tasty, but the 3star heat on the papaya salad was nonexistent. The interior is spacious and clean, staff was great. Will absolutely be back!

Laura H.

Yelp
We stopped by here tonight because we were over by the Tacoma Mall. It doesn't look like much from the outside, in a strip mall, but is actually really nice inside. We were seated immediately and our server was very friendly and prompt. We shared the fresh spring rolls with tofu, I had the stir fried Indonesia, and my partner had chicken fried rice and taro bubble tea. Everything tasted good, but I do have two things that I wish had been different. One, my dish was supposed to come with shiitake mushrooms, but it actually had button mushrooms. This actually makes a world of difference. Shiitake mushrooms are very flavorful and have a beautiful, unique texture. Button mushrooms are just kind of a space filler. Second, I wasn't asked how spicy I liked my dish and I do prefer a lot more spice. It didn't have any at all. My partner was quite pleased with his chicken fried rice and the bubble tea was delicious. I think if those two things were changed, I would definitely give four stars.

John C.

Yelp
Stopped for lunch. Had a meal. Crispy noodle pork chow mien and fresh veggie rolls. I got to say the birds nest was by far the best I've ever had. The noodles so crunchy. Delicious. The soy ginger broth was meh. Not nearly enough meat for the price. Also not a variety of vegetables either with the trinity of veggies. Onion, carrot, celery; and some zucchini. Try bok choi, chestnuts, etc. Still I'd try them again just for the birds nest.

Lamanda S.

Yelp
Me And my fiancé came to dinner tonight we were looking to try some better Thai food in the area ... to be honest I have to say that this is the best food I've tasted in Tacoma since covid hit .The food was amazing and it was beyond fresh and hot & the spices they used was so different, you can taste it as soon as you bite into it (A mouth full of flavorful ingredients) ...I will continue to come to this place from now on it took a little over 20 minutes to get my food but it was well worth the wait!!!! If you're looking for some good food and great customer service this is the place!!!!!

Hannah T.

Yelp
Been here twice. First visit I had their pho and it was really big and delicious. This time, I got their curry. The curry tasted great but the vegetables were a little undercooked and big so it was hard to eat them. The panang curry though was my favorite, it had both the sweet/savory flavors and became one of my top curry flavors! Overall the food is good and they're big portions.

Namhee L.

Yelp
Stopped by for dinner on a snowy night. We were greeted by a pleasant server and promptly seated. We ordered the crispy garlic wings, chicken pad Thai and BBQ pork/wonton noodle soup. Everything came out super quick and steaming hot. The restaurant was aesthetically pleasing and modern. I loved their big booths. Definitely a cute place for a date, any meal, game day or function. We'll be back!

Rose B.

Yelp
This place never disappoints. I found this place a couple of weeks ago and I fell in love with this establishment. It's clean and the service is superb. The broth is clean tasting and the waitresses check up on you without being intrusive.

Joycelyn K.

Yelp
I'm always weary about "fusion" restaurants. I think being able to specialize in one type of food usually means its better because they have a focus, and flavors are well established. This place really surprised me! They are a fusion restaurant that has been able to present quality across multiple kinds of food from different countries in Southeast Asia. The thai food is great, the vietnamese food is great, i can even see khmer influence in certain spices used. My family and i have been here many times and there's a reason we come back. On busy nights, service can be slow. Our order was messed up and delayed before, but the food is so good, and the people here are so great that it wasn't that big of a deal to wait. The portions are also very surprising. We always leave with leftovers!

Esther Y.

Yelp
Love this place but some dishes I would stray away from. Fried rice taste like uncle bens rice. Bun bo hue has no ham hock- best part... and the noodles were not fully cooked through but it takes forever for these noodles to cook, I tried cooking it myself... The texture uncooked is like eating plastic

J F.

Yelp
I love the Siagon Crepe here, but last 3 times I've ordered it with special instructions, its been wrong every time even though I've been very specific and clear confirming my order. I hate to say it, but im not sure its worth the frustration when making to go orders any more. Which is extremely disappointing. Every to go order I have made has been missing something I've ordered. So.... this might have been my last time dining with them, as well recommending them to friends. If youre looking for good food, i agree this place has it, but check your order before you leave.

Grande C.

Yelp
Panang curry with 4 stars was revolting. Super thin sauce, like broth. So cheap. And salty. And no discernable coconut or peanut flavor. And was a totally wrong yellow color. With an *extra* side of overcooked, mushy rice that I paid *extra* for. Every other place in town makes the same - DELICIOUS - Penang curry. Sometimes *different* is just bad. Crossing this place off my list. Anyone who thinks this place is good needs their taste buds examined. And/or to visit one of the Indochine restaurants in town. Gross. 2 stars because it arrived hot and - other than the mushy rice and mushy carrots - veggies and chicken seemed fresh. Also, they - weirdly - add big potato chunks to their curry? So disappointing.

Sarah L.

Yelp
OMG really loved it! We ordered Fresh Spring Rolls, Cha Gio, Pad Thai, and Larp. Everything was so good. The Spring Rolls were made fresh. I ordered the Larp and it was the best I have had in Tacoma! The presentation was pretty, the staff was very kind, the restaurant has alot of seating room clean and well decorated. Definately not a Teriyaki joint. It's an actual restaurant. There is a variety of different asian cuisine. I saw Vietnamese, Laos, Thai and a little Korean. They even have Bubble Tea! I will definately be back!

Alden C.

Yelp
I think...I THINK that this is a second location for Lele in Tacoma. It looks like the place is brand new here. They have a fully functional restaurant but their bar is not open yet and they do not serve alcohol yet but it looks like very soon that they will. I haven't had a curry dish in a while so I went with one of my favorite curry dishes. The green curry. I had chicken, veggies and rice. The curry was at a great level of heat. I'm getting a bit older now and can't take hot things as well as I once was able to but the "3" on level of heat was perfect. The service was very good all throughout the meal and everyone was very friendly. I don't often make it over by the Tacoma Mall area, especially on the more southern end but whenever I am in the area again and looking for a meal I will definitely keep Lele in mind!

Thong S.

Yelp
I can't get enough of there foods I stop in here at least 4time a week, foods are amazing and very good service The foods very authentic and tasty, I would eat here everyday if I can afford it lol

Sha P.

Yelp
I've been to a different Lele's location and perhaps I should stick with that location for now. The entrees here need work but the staff are friendly and the place is adorable.

Han S.

Yelp
How could you not come here? Loved pho, ban xio, house noodle salads are great. Service is also great all the time. Meals are delicious and they are big sizes. Love here so much!

Jo A.

Yelp
The Pho is VERY good at Lele's East & West. I don't order anything other than Pho. My daughter (who is also my caregiver) orders off the menu; she has been pleased. The restaurant is clean, the service is usually good but, there are times when it's far from stellar. When we go to LeLe's East & West it's most often in mid-afternoon (my daughter has a standing appointment at a nearby business). The last several times, our order was taken, the (very good) food was delivered and the waitperson disappeared into the kitchen. We do not go at a busy time of day; we are often the only customers - we are not demanding. That having been said, I feel very uncomfortable when it is necessary to raise my voice (significantly) and call for someone to bring to-go containers and our bill. Speaking of take home items, this is the ONLY restaurant I've visited that delivers a take home container for Pho (a broth/rice noodle soup) to the table and expects the customer to transfer the soup to the container. Pho bowls are large and pouring leftover broth/noodles into a plastic take-out container requires some finesse!. My last attempt to package the leftover Ph was not successful and I spent considerable time cleaning spilled broth from the table and seat.

Rishona G.

Yelp
Delicious authentic Thai and Vietnamese dishes with the best fresh ingredients. I can definitely tell the difference. I love that the chicken satay comes without the skewer stick and was so full of flavor and very tender white meat. The soup was thick and perfectly seasoned. Our green curry and pad see ew noodle dishes were the best we ever had!

Ralph O.

Yelp
First time here. It was hiding in between buildings. Lol.. ordered the crispy noodles, the wife loved it, I ordered the beef/prawns lemongrass rice dish..Loved it as well.. can't wait to come back and try the other food.

Smaly K.

Yelp
We were craving noodle soup and Thai food and found this place that was closest to home. Didn't realize they had a new restaurant here. We ordered beef noodle soup, Phad Thai, and Seafood Fried Rice. The food wasn't bad, but nothing spectacular, at least what we ordered. Actually, my cousin enjoyed her Phad Thai. I thought my fried rice was okay, it tasted like your typical Vietnamese fried rice, except with curry seasoning. I was hoping for Thai fried rice. But there menu sounds good, so I would like to come back and try something else.

Jay J.

Yelp
I love Thai food. I can probably eat it everyday. I was kinda sad that I couldn't find any really good Thai restaurant in Tacoma when I moved from Seattle. My friend told me about this place and I decided to give it a try. First of all, I love their interiors! Very chic and modern. And their food did not disappoint me. We ordered A LOT of food and everything was so good with good price. We didn't have much leftover because my hubby and I couldn't stop eating it. Definitely going back for my Thai food fix!

Lesley H.

Yelp
We usually go here when we're in the area, the food is always good, much of the menu is gluten free and the staff is friendly. Plus, I always have leftovers that heat up well.

Stephanie G.

Yelp
The food is pretty bland here. My SO and I went here for lunch, we actually just left. We were hollered at from the back of the restaurant and told where to sit. We sat and the same person who sat us (I am assuming she was the supervisor) brought us water, it had cucumber and that I will say I liked lol. We took a little bit to look at the menu. It was probably a good thing we did because it took some time for us to be greeted. The server seemed slightly uncomfortable overall but she did mention at the end of the meal that it was her first day. We ordered the wonton appetizer. It was very tasty but we were very surprised that there was only about a quarter size flat dollop of stuffing in each wonton. You almost couldn't taste the filling and just tasted fried wonton wrap. As entree I decided to order the spicy garlic entree with chicken and brown rice. My SO decided to have the bulgogi, a Korean beef dish, with brown rice. I also ordered a Thai iced tea which was delicious, unfortunately I cannot say the same for the entree dishes. First off, the brown rice is nothing what your normal brown rice is. It is very dark and a different texture. I didn't mind it but my other half was not found. The garlic chicken dish was an immediate disappointment for me. It was very bland and just tastes like a light peanut sauce. I told the server that it was bland and didn't taste spicy or like garlic. The woman I assumed to be the supervisor came over and asked me if I wanted them to add and garlic or spice. I said I wasn't sure, I work in restaurants and was expecting her to offer to make me something different, usually if you don't like the way something tastes adding things doesn't help. The supervisor then looked at me and said what do you want me to do to it. I wouldn't say she was mean but she was definitely rude and had very little tact and finesse. Anyways, they ended up taking my dish back to "fix it". The bulgogi in my opinion had a very weird sweet year earthy taste. My guy, who happens to work as a chef, is also a man of few words but this is his favorite Korean dish, if it's made right. When if I asked if it tasted like he had hoped or expected he said no. Also said the vegetables were not well seasoned and the beef was dry and lacking flavor over all. Not glazed or caramelized just dry pieces of meat. His final thoughts are that the restaurant seems to have just Americanized their menu and have just kinda turned into and Asian Fusion Applebees. When I finally did get my food back, after my SO was done eating... It was barely a tiny bit spicier. They basically threw it in a pan with some spicy sauce. I will say they took it off the bill which I did appreciate but they really missed the mark for me. It was the attitude that really killed it for me. It's unfortunate because I try to base my restaurant choices on reviews. This is the first time that has really come back to bite me. PS I'm hungry so I'm not going to be spell checking this.

Kim Tú B.

Yelp
No responsibility at all, and with my first impression for this place and for the one who talked to me today, it was HORRIBLE. If you want to know more so here: First of all, I don't judge about the food or anything. The problem I was dealing with this guy is about Ubereats cancellation happened in the system. I'm just a delivery driver, I don't know what would happen when I've arrived at all. That guy refused to talk with the customer I delivered for (who bought food from his restaurant). That attitude he gave me was so so rude and unacceptable. We're as drivers don't deserve your service like this, sir! I'm cooling down but still thinking about it. You have ruined my day! I KNOW WE ALL DEAL WITH STRESS BUT DO NOT PUT THOSE PRESSURE ON ME.

Brandon Y.

Yelp
Very good! I stopped by while my car was getting worked on at CarToys. I ordered the Mayalasian Noodles (at least that's what I think I remember ordering). It was delicious! The chicken and sausage (?) were soooo yummy in the noodles. Pricing is average. Service is good. Ambiance/atmosphere is very nice! I love the rustic/shabby chic feel. The light fixtures are very trendy and nice to look at, especially above the bar.

David L.

Yelp
Best, most consistent pho in Tacoma. I've had pho from probably 10-15 different places around The Tacoma:Federal Way area. Most places the broth varies in flavor from visit to visit. The broth here is flavorful, light, aromatic, and delicious every time I've had it. Skip the sriracha and hoisin and enjoy the subtle flavors. They don't have as many protein choices as some places, but what they do have is good quality and tasty. I always opt for the brisket which is tender and thick sliced. Bonus for being on Uber Eats. When you get takeout the noodles aren't all jammed in to a tight ball... which makes them tender and ready to eat after just a little bit of time in the broth. Their crispy fried rolls and fresh spring rolls are both better than most places. I always think about trying other things here... but the pho is just too good.

Debra W.

Yelp
SO delicious!! One order of curry was enough for a whole week of yummy leftovers, definitely worth a visit! Have great variety and delicious bubble tea, too!

Morlina D.

Yelp
I guess this restaurant went it for a remodel my eating partner told me? Idk what it looked like before but now it's pretty neat with modern touches. I'm obsessed with the light fixtures that hang over the booths their old school. Service here was superb, food comes out quick with a side of kindness from servers and they all checked on us, which I loved and some eater like space not me! Hmmm you want to know about the food eh? Let's see I got the camalized chicken wings, combo pho, pork chop rice dish and pineapple fried rice. Everything was slappinnnnnn but the pineapple fried rice.. womp womp womp. Camalized chicken wings (that's how they spelt it) was sticky sweet and fishy from fish sauce and garlicky just bomb okay so just get it :D The broth in the combo pho was just right not too floraly or sweet with hella meatballs. Usually when I get a combo pho I get 1 or 2 meatballs if I'm lucky, I got 4 in this small bowl of heaven hollllaaah! Pork chop rice plate with sautéed skrimpies and fried egg was massive and delicious it's pretty much a given it's going to be good anywhere you go. And to my dissatisfaction the pineapple fried rice lacked loads of flavor. No spice, no nuts and not enough turmeric for me. But give it a try you might like! Come here for great service and great food!

Tanna N.

Yelp
Great pho!! Great garlic chicken dish perfect spice! Service is just right and fresh spring rolls are the best! Good job guys. No name tags on employees but they did good. Sunday night shift.

Helen N.

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I got the chicken lemongrass and my boyfriend got the beef pan fry noodle and honestly I'm not impressed. The noodle is ok, tasted like the noodles from the cup of noodles and the chicken lemongrass was super salty from the first bite. I had to eat a lot of rice with the chicken to balance the saltiness. It was our first time here and unfortunately we won't be coming back.

Leo M.

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The food here was great I especially loved the Sizzling eggplant (large chunks of crispy eggplant) and basil delight (large pieces of basil and tofu the waiter was super nice and always had a smile the plates and restaurant were nicely designed, the few bad parts were that the seating was uncomfortable and the restaurant floor was sticky

Grace K.

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We were excited to try this for my daughter's birthday. She loves to try new places. We ordered 5 different meals and two appetizers, all to go. It took an unusually long time to get the order, as there was a mix-up. The guy was really nice about it, but it was a frustrating start to the birthday dinner. My daughter liked her Singapore crepe, and the house fried rice went over just fine with several household members. The green curry was tasty. The pad sei-ew was only so-so. The fried wontons were a little overdone and unexpectedly wrinkly. The spring rolls were ok. The entire experience was somewhat underwhelming, but it's not a terrible place. We may go back, but we aren't in any hurry to do so.

P V.

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Lele is a really good restaurant! Me and my best friend went to have dinner there and the restaurant is really nice and modern! Like a farm theme. Everything was really clean in the facility. The bathroom sink is like a flat sink which didn't give out that much water and it was just a weird sink. I ordered the chicken pad Thai and it was different flavor and very good! It came with a curry and peanut sauce; I dipped my chicken into it and it was good! The server says usually people drench that sauce on the pad Thai lol! Service was great! Food was good! I would defiantly come back here!

Lisa D.

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Super awesome! Parents came in to visit from California and today is Easter... I called earlier and was told their last call was 8:30pm. Cool! We drove from Lacey and got there at 5:30pm and an older lady told us they were closed and that they're having a party for family... as we were turning to go back home a gentlemen told us to come in and that it was ok. We got our food super fast and it was delicious! Thank you so much for taking us! We come here a lot for the bun bo hue so this time didn't disappoint either. My dad enjoyed the rice dish and my mom thought the pho was pretty good too! We will definitely come back because we always receive great service.