Mint Modern Vietnamese

I was about ready to give up on finding good vegan food in New Orleans… then I found MINT Modern Vietnamese Bistro & Bar, and wow — they really came through. The mushroom and tofu pho? Easily the best I’ve ever had — super flavorful, loaded with fresh toppings, and so satisfying. The tofu bánh mì was huge, fresh, and packed with flavor. The tofu and tomato bowl was hearty and filling, and the fried tofu spring rolls? Perfection. The portions are big, the prices are fair, and they have a great variety of vegan options. I’m so glad a place like this exists here — I’ll definitely be back (probably way too often).

We had an amazing experience at Mint Modern Vietnamese in New Orleans! The service was friendly and attentive, and the restaurant was clean and welcoming. The pho was absolutely incredible—rich, flavorful, and so nourishing after a long day of exploring (and drinking!). We also had the banh mi, which was fresh, packed with flavor, and perfectly balanced. This spot is a must-visit for authentic Vietnamese food in NOLA!

The rich steaming broth of the pho warmed my soul on a cold rainy day. So flavorful and delicious. The spring rolls with avocado and shrimp were great. Service wasn’t great

We ordered take out. Great portions. The chicken pho , tasty but not my absolute favorite pho it lacked a little savory taste for a chicken pho. The tofu lemongrass w rice was excellent. Totally Shareable. The little side salad they add is really tasty too The shrimp spring rolls were fresh and very stuffed. The shrimp buns also delicious even if they had a bit too much of that mayo sauce. Overall a winner and will return to dine in.

At first I thought they changed their recipes to make it more American (Modern Vietnamese), I’m so happy they do not. Everything is great! They’re very authentic. What’s stands out is how they name each dishes. I guess its good for the business. Each food I ordered, all of them have perfect quantity.

OMG the pork taco feels like a cloud kiss. I ate twice at the same time. The Vermicelli bowl lemongrass chicken has delicious flavors.

The steam bun tacos with grilled pork are a must eat. That could be my main entree tbh. It was sooo good!

It is always a pleasure to eat here! The food is consistently delicious. We are always greeted by all staff that comes by. The bartender is always very nice and polite to everyone. If you are a regular customer he will know your order if you usually get the same thing.

I'm always satisfied every time I eat at Mint. The food is always delicious and the customer service is always great. I never get tired of the food. The environment is very lively as well. My mood is always better after eating at Mint!

Great place for Vietnamese food. I love the spring rolls and always add it to my vermicelli noodles. First time trying a bahn mi with fried pork belly and it was SO GOOD. Pho broth is very basic and MSG-filled. Pretty standard. Service is friendly and fast. Parking: street parking free

Hands down, my favorite Pho spot in the city. The food is always super fresh. My go to apps are the avocado & shrimp rolls and the sticky wings. Whatever pho you choose, ask for a bit of the chili oil on the side. It really takes the photo the next level with insane flavor. FYI - The shrimp are HUGE though if you get the shrimp pho. Staff is also super nice, and there's plenty of seating with a TV if you want to sit at the bar and catch a game.

After several visits to Mint Modern - and good vibes each time - I finally tried a different dish. It had eluded me for months, but teased me with the delicious aroma and tantalizing sizzle each time it passed my table on the way to another, more adventurous diner. "Today was my day", I thought to myself. I was about to order the steak and eggs. I smelled and heard it before it arrived. As it was placed before me I heard the angels sing. It was almost too glorious to eat, but guess what my friends..... I ate every last bite. I literally wanted to lick the hot plate clean. It was everything I thought it would be. The eggs were perfectly cooked over easy, the onions were sautéed to sweet perfection, and the steak was pure flavor. It was served with a banh mi loaf, pate, and aioli. All were delicious, as well. I seriously can't say enough about this dish, and it was so worth the wait.

My girlfriend and I had a wonderful experience at Mint. We were greeted immediately by a cool welcoming gentleman, and throughout the meal he really made us feel at home. We started with the Shrimp and avocado rolls, followed by the pork belly sticky buns. Both were exceptional. Our pho quickly followed with all of the bean sprout, mint leaves, and jalapeño sides. She ordered the spicy beef and I ordered the Combo (brisket, NY strip, and meatball.) Both were just perfect with the right seasoning and tender, juicy cuts of meat. I can't wait to go back and try more of the menu!!

boba is fireeeee, I had the mango boba. Service is alright we went when it was semi-packed there's one girl who works out front really nice. She made sure our orders were correct. The scenery is cute and simple. Playlist fire, bar is pretty , 10/10.

I think this place might be under new management but I have mostly good things to say about this restaurant. The ambiance was pleasant when you walk in, lots of natural light from the windows, music wasn't loud. The severs and bartender were great and let me choose where I sat. I've been a few times before and wanted to try something new on the menu. As skeptical as I am I always look at pictures of the food beforehand and the previous photos posted of this dish did not do it justice for how good it actually was. The servers definitely watched me tear this dish up. It felt like a step up than my previous experiences. I also ordered the brown sugar tapioca drink that that they serve and that was my only drawback. If I'm right and they did change owners then that would for sure be the one thing they might have to work on. It was still good but I think it could have been sweeter and a little thicker. Definitely going back!

Came here with a small group after an activity. I was excited because I haven't had pho in a very long time and also had never been to Mint. We were pretty engaged in conversation, so it didn't bother me much that the waitress was not very attentive and also seemed a little annoyed that day. I ordered the shrimp pho, and it was flavorful and a large portion. I have no complaints regarding the food. Everyone else in the group seemed to enjoy their pho also! However.....I ubered to the establishment and was still sitting at the table for about 1-2 minutes after the others left. Someone came up to me and asked if I'd go to the front of the restaurant because they had a party of 8 coming (mind you, our table only had 6 seats) and I was kinda taken aback by that. Especially because there was ample seating throughout and the "party of 8" they mentioned was not there (yet). Because of that, I'm a little rubbed the wrong way. Idk if I'll be back; there are other options that are just as good while maintaining courtesy from beginning to end of service.

Food was amazing, service was terrible. Restaurant was dusty. Drinks were good. Phone ringing and getting pho before steam buns, drinks, and silverware kind of take away from the deliciousness of the Pho.

My Vietnamese restaurant of choice! Fresh food, creative cocktails, parking is easy to find. Staff is attentive and helpful. I enjoy côming here!

We came by Mint on a busy Saturday night looking for some pho. The restaurant is by Tulane on a very busy street of restaurants and bars. The place was pretty packed when we came and there was a slight wait. We were seated fairly quickly as they came and cleared a table for us. Interior is lively and casual. They have a full bar as well as smoothies and boba on the drinks menu. We ordered the Spicy Beef stew (bo bun hue) and the brisket pho. The broth here is clear and salty and very flavorful. I loved that the food all came out very temperature hot. The spicy beef stew was additionally and really delivered on the spiciness. Prices were pretty reasonable and there was a generous portion of beef and noodles in the broth. Service was slow and pretty scattered. They seem like clearly a family run business and are definitely trying their best to keep up with demand. Overall they were a bit understaffed for how crowded they were and service in general was very slow and inconsistent.

I've tried a half a dozen Vietnamese restaurants in New Orleans. This one by far is my favorite. The shrimp and pork spring rolls were on point. The pork had a very good taste , very flavorful, The combo pho had a very delicious broth. The meat was tender and very tasty.

Mint has had a profound impact in the standard to which I hold Vietnamese restaurants. The tofu is juicy (how is that even possible??) and as my fellow veggies know - steamed buns are rarely vegetarian!! The sauce they put on the steamed buns is so delicious (spicy and tangy). Every bite of the sandwich I think, "this is the best sandwich I've ever had". I lived in New Orleans for two years and only found out about it my last year there - I am so glad to have friends to visit every year there and Mint is something I think about when I'm home - always looking for something similar in Los Angeles. If you live nearby - please get the tofu steamed buns for me!

I found myself near Tulane after a business meeting and I was starving. A quick look at nearby restaurants showed me Mint Modern and I began my walk to this little gem. I visited during lunch hours and it was moderately busy. I had my choice of seating and chose a small table. The attention from the server was nice. I have eaten a lot of authentic Vietnamese food in my life both in the USA and in Vietnam, so I had some questions which she promptly answered. I ended up ordering the Pho Combo which comes with brisket, beef, and meatballs. I threw in an egg to make it just right. The actual pho was perfect. Just like you would get in Vietnam! The noodles were excellent as well. The Brisket and beef were high quality. The meatballs were authentic as well. The bowl was absolutely filling. During my first visit I struggled to finish the meal. My first visit was so delicious, I returned the next day to have the same exact meal! Honestly that should be singing praise because there are sooo many places to eat in New Orleans that are good, but Mint Modern is at the top of my list now. The bar looked fun and they had some good cocktails on the menu. The bathroom was clean and well stocked during my visit. They have bubble tea! I couldn't try it thought because my pho was so filling. This place is wonderful.

Honestly, the food was really good, but the restroom area and the hallway leading to the kitchen need attention (deep cleaning and new paint). Additionally, the young guy who works in the evening had poor customer service and didn't seem attentive.

Mint remains consistently excellent, as it was in my previous review. I had gone in expecting to order the tofu-mushroom pho that is both satisfying and healthy. Instead I ended up trying the kimchee burger with sweet potato fries (because, after all, sweet potatoes are healthy, too.) The burger was first rate: it had a perfect exterior char,was cooked exactly to medium-rare. The surprisingly well-seasoned flavor and juiciness reminded me of the first "gourmet burger" I ever had as a young diner at Ground Pat'i in the 1970s. Pickled cabbage would not have been my first choice for a burger topping, but now it's on the list alongside mushroom-swiss and lettuce-tomato-cheddar as a favored way to garnish a patty. There are vegan and vegetarian options all across the menu, if both carnivores and plant-only folks comprise your dining party. Mint is an excellent choice. The vermicelli is excellent for those looking for something other than a giant (and delicious) pho soup. I did note that majority of patrons on the cold evening we visited did opt for pho. But if you're looking for a burger, consider Mint. The sweet potato fries were among the best I've had in memory: crisp, hot, fresh, and cooked perfectly. The somewhat limited menu (at least as compared to American-style Chinese or Japanese restaurants) might indicate something less than five stars, but given that their pho is my favorite anywhere and with the addition of their excellent kimchee burger, here's a high five to Mint.

I am absolutely in love with the pho!!! I can eat the pho here everyday. The spicy beef is also amazing. I also recommend the steam buns and the wings! They're very attentive in all allergies and if you're a picky eater. Never have I been to restaurant that makes so much different customs to accommodate your needs.

Delicious food and cocktails! Fast service. Food is brought out as it's ready so you always have something to eat!

This is a very popular spot and its both a nice bar and restaurant. They have a really nice ambiance along with very large TVs above the bar for sports fans. The chicken pho here was the most generous with the protein of any pho I've ever had! The food here is among the top Vietnamese in this area of the city while the service could be a bit better. The prices are slightly higher than some of the other Vietnamese places but they do seem to earn their money by providing more bang for the buck. Their pho bowls have a little cup indentation in the bottom, unlike any other pho bowl I've ever seen, that concentrates the last of your broth goodness down into a little extra treat. They have one of the most unique and best burgers in the area with their Kimchi Burger which really has some fantastic flavors! There is often a line for tables but you can usually get a seat at the bar. My video review of Mint Modern Vietnamese Bistro & Bar is here: https://youtu.be/t1LhqOEMf3Y

Stopped in for an early dinner with my family. I'd had takeout from Mint before, but this was my first time dining in. We were seated very quickly and our server wasn't far behind. It was pretty quiet at the time, but it may have just been before the rush. I'm usually a ride or die pho person when I get Vietnamese food, but this time the vermicelli bowl was calling my name. I got the beef saté and it was divine. The beef was spicy, the noodle were tender and chewy, the veggies were fresh and balanced the dish quite well. For those who aren't familiar, it's like a noodle salad with lettuce, pickled onions and carrots, and cucumbers. It also comes with peanuts, but sometimes I opt of out those. It's also served with a slightly sweet sauce/dressing (I think it's called nuoc cham, forgive me if the is incorrect). It's a great dish for lunch or dinner because it's filling, but not too heavy. The portion size is also large enough for you to get two servings out of it depending on how hungry you are. The decor is modern and chic with a nice bar that you can sit at and grab a drink. It's not a super large restaurant, but you could definitely come with a medium sized group and be comfy. The service was quick and our server was attentive and kind. I'll for sure be back.

It was lunch time and I wanted something refreshing. I did not want the usual.....sandwich, salad, you know. While I was driving down Freret Street I remembered this neighborhood jewel. I stopped by and was greeted with a smile and a cold glass of water. I knew exactly what I wanted. I sat back and relaxed and people watched out of the window while my food was being prepared. I would have stayed to eat but I had to do take out. The food was packaged neatly and with a rubber band on it so the top would not fly up....hint hint take notes other take out places...a rubber band!!!! When I got back to work everyone wanted to try some.

Best pho in town and probably better than Southern California pho. Placed an order near closing and the lovey people at the shop still allowed our order to go through. The environment is amazing if you're looking for a date night. I will definitely be going back very soon.

The waiter recommended the Sate Beef Stew and I kid you not, it was SOOO delicious. I would 1000% get this again. I'm pretty picky about stew broths but this one was so rich and flavorful. It had a small kick of spicy but it wasn't overwhelming/painful. The avocado smoothie tasted pretty good too. The interior was really nice and brightly lit. Great for dates or groups. The waiters answered any menu questions we had, were attentive, and checked on our group multiple times.

We had a quick and easy lunch at Mint on recommendation from a friend. Classic Vietnamese dishes in a relaxed atmosphere on Freret

Fresh tasty Vietnamese food. The avocado spring rolls are fire! And they have my fav banh mi in the city

MY ABSOLUTE FAVORITE VIETNAMESE RESTAURANT!!! I literally visit Mint at least once a week. The spicy beef pho---- has me in a chokehold. This is the best pho I've ever had in my life. But not only that- it's a cute spot, and I love that the bartender always remembers me. He's the best! Look no further for pho, this is your spot!

The food was amazing. Everything was extremely fresh and delicate on the palate. We stopped in as a last bite before leaving our daughter at LoyNo. Super excited we did. It's become a staple for her. The service was nice and the pace of every dish was timed perfectly. The ambiance is bright and welcoming. Can't wait to visit and dine in again.

This cold weather has been making me crave either ramen or pho, and I am so glad I picked pho today! It was my first time visiting and I will definitely be back. The service was very quick, and even though it was a little busy, we were able to be seated relatively fast. The fried tofu steam buns were AMAZING and I definitely will order more of them after today. You definitely get your bang for your buck with the pho, the portions were huge but very filling! I got plenty of broth, chicken, noodles and all the fixings on the side to add to my liking.

Really good atmosphere, trying Vietnamese food for the second time it was pretty good

Visiting NOLA, we found this place thru yelp- Very happily! Not a large space: maybe12-14 tables, small bar area (6stools) & small counter facing outside w/additional stools. Able to order quickly even though it was pretty busy. Can't speak to the variety of entrees w/ knowledge; we both got rice noodle bowls- Hubbie got beef sate, mine chicken lemongrass. Looks great, but unfortunately too hungry to stop & take pictures. I will say, (as we're chefs), the food was good, really good Arrived pretty quickly too. Very attractive looking, nicely seasoned, and well balanced flavors. Definitely know what they're doing. Although both had a 'spicy'' sign on menu the heat level was very reasonable. Enough so that we added a bit extra sriracha& fish sauce. Asked the couple ahead of us if they'd been here before- many times/ they loved the place. Menu is simple & clear, basically 4 main choices: pho, bahn mi, rice noodle bowls w/various proteins, rice entrees w/assorted choices of proteins. Appetizers available too, but we didn't try them. Would we return/ recommend-absolutely! Additionally, the area around the restaurant was hopping. Several people brought out food to assist waiter, it appeared they all worked together to keep things humming. Very enjoyable experience.

Mint has the type of menu & ambiance that makes me want to go there every day and eat & drink all of the boba I love the bao buns and all of the pho is stellar.

I really liked the lemongrass tofu banh mi at Mint. The service on my most recent visit was terrible. I called my order in and was put on hold and then asked to repeat myself twice. I show up to pick it up and the person in charge of taking orders calls back my order and I pay. When I called in they said it would take 15 minutes. Flash forward 45 minutes later my order still isn't ready and people who have shown up while I'm there and placed to go orders in the restaurant get theirs before I do. I asked about my order and the person behind the counter goes checks in the kitchen and says it will be a while and we can have our money back if we don't want to wait. I didn't appreciate his attitude and this horrible service. An apology would have been nice. After this, I have no plans of going back.

Second time eating here, but the first time sitting down! Got takeout before and it was great, but even better in person. Food comes out super quick and piping hot. For apps, we got the crab and bacon Rangoon and chicken curry w bread. The rangoons were good, just wish there was more crab. I'm not a huge fan a curry, but this one was tasty. I had the chicken pho and it was delicious! They really load you up on the herbs and bean sprouts, which I'm not the biggest fan of and don't really need that much of herbs, but still it was nice we were able to add/take away what we didn't want. Brought my little sister (7) and as a picky eater, she enjoyed chicken broth with noodles and French fries. Surprisingly, the fries were really good too. So this place is great at catering to children. Mom tried the pork belly steamed buns and she loved them. Very spicy though! Definitely will be back. Usually it's very busy when we drive by, but we went around 5:30 and were seated immediately. As for the ambiance, it's in the name: modern. Bar was cute but not much else going on. We didn't mind though as we were just hungry

The bartender is wonderfully professional and inviting. They are a master at what they do. Hot tottie off menu was delicious. The playlist is relaxing and inviting wonderful little spot. Sweet Fried sticky shrimp Beautiful plating The breading is heavy for the shrimp ratio but still ok. The sauce is overly Sweet not spicy even in the slightest. Prawn sized shrimp 4 in an order.

Re-review (7 years later) since I was here 3x in 3 weeks recently. My nieces love the chicken banh mi here and say it's juicy and delicious. The youngest niece has also recently discovered her love for the fried tofu steamed buns, which is such a filling app that it's pretty much a meal. I love their lemongrass tofu bun (vermicelli bowl) which is huge and usually ends up being 3 meals for me. Staff is always friendly. Food is brought out quickly and always delicious.

Food was tasty but not hot as pho should be. The egg rolls were great. The Spring rolls were nice. It seems as though they were short staffed so service was a bit off. It took a while to take our order since it was mainly one person. She seems overwhelmed but we understood. The atmosphere was fairly nice for a spot near a college campus and busy street. I will definitely come back for another try.

Great food. The pork buns were my favorite part. The sauce and fresh cilantro was so yum. Was getting pretty busy but had only one person running the whole place, so service was slow. Otherwise great food good and the ice coffee was yummy. Just needs more staff

Everything was delicious but I especially loved the meatball pho. Found my dish-- why mess with perfection. Yum!

The pork belly buns are to die for! Whenever I go I usually get multiple orders. The pork belly is phenomenal. The New York strip pho also hits the spot.

Food is pretty good for the price. It's tasty and affordable, and has remained consistent throughout the years. The service however, awful. I have worked in restaurants for over a decade, I know how it is. Customers can be difficult and keeping a hospitable attitude can be a trying effort, but the FoH at Mint doesn't even bother with making its customers feel welcomed. They cut up with eachother, play on their phones, and give nasty looks to tables waking in with an HOUR left on the clock, while also turning them away. Using the excuse of "it's been slow all day", while simultaneously having 7 tables still eating. A restaurant has a responsibility to honor its hours of operation to customers who schedule their visits around those posted hours. As for the atmosphere, it's not the reason you're coming, but it's serviceable. Just don't turn the music off for your entire last hour of operation. In conclusion, come here for the food, but don't stay for anything else. You'll find that eating the food anywhere else but here is a better experience. Food - 4/5 Service - 1/5 Atmosphere - 3/5

Today I went to Mint, but decided to order something other than Pho. I been here before and have always enjoyed the vibe in this restaurant as it is a seat yourself type of place with quick service and the restaurant is not large but has that small cozy feeling with about 10 tables available. *The Vietnamese Banh Mi Burger was better than expected. The carrots and aioli was not overpowering and the flavors added a good taste to the burger that I would have never thought it needed. ...I will be ordering this again. *The Sticky Chicken Wings are a favorite of everyone I know there and these wings do not disappoint. The chicken is fried to perfection with a sweet mustard like sauce. It's only served with 4 pieces but you have ever been to Mint, you never order just one thing. *The Mocha Tapico Smoothie tasted like a mocha Frappuccino, and I Love mocha Frappuccino's. It was all the mocha flavored coffee I needed without the coffee and caffeine. If you couldn't tell already, I will be returning to try additional things on the menu, since these dishes were so fulfilling! * *Follow my Instagram @FoodieFortress for more reviews and to see what places in New Orleans I go to next!

Mint is my typical go to for fresh, affordable, and consistent Vietnamese food in uptown. Everything from the vermicelli bowls to the spring rolls is top notch. I don't love dining in (it's pretty loud) so I usually do take out!

It had been a long time since I ate at Mint, so my husband and I visited on a Saturday evening. We were seated promptly. The atmosphere is bright and relaxed and the service was very good. We shared the sticky chicken wings for an appetizer/ they were good, although needed more sauce. I got the lemongrass chicken rice plate and a side of broth. The broth was excellent- I will definitely get a bowl of soil next time. The chicken was tasty, but super spicy (usually lemongrass chicken isn't spicy, so I didn't mind it but it caught me off guard). My husband got the kimchi burger and sweet potato fries, and he really liked it. We would absolutely go back!

I really love this place. Their food is always amazing and everyone is kind. They also have some of the best boba tea it isn't crazy sweet like a lot are these days. I am always looking for an excuse to dine here! The lemon grass tofu is sooooooo good too but I haven't been disappointed by a single thing on the menu. You can't go wrong here.

I absolutely enjoyed my experience here. I did see them turn away people that couldn't provide proof of vaccination or negative COVID test results, so they're following local guidelines to prevent the spread of COVID which is important to me. I ordered the salmon dish, and it was everything that I expected it to be. It was full of flavor and cooked perfectly. I felt so healthy eating this. The side salad and dressing were absolutely delicious. There is a full bar, so they can make some pretty cool cocktails. I just had a simple gin and tonic. They also have seasonal beers on tap. I'll be more adventurous with my food and drink choices the next time I'm in.

Always love getting the shrimp pho. Service is always good. Great stop for lunch or dinner.

Now been to Mint Modern 4 or 5 times. It's my current go when I find myself in the Freret, Carrollton, or even Mid-City are and need an Asian food fix. It's casual, usually busy, and informal (i.e. no rez or written waitlist). The menu has a wide variety of Asian dishes - I'm no expert but it seems more part Vietnamese, part Asian fusion. No shock based on my pics, but I like the Thai Tea (never met one I didn't but MMV's is a good one), crispy egg rolls and shaken NY strip. Went for the shrimp fried rice upgrade with the NY strip last time, the shrimp were neon pink (I didn't want to glow in the dark) so I worked around them, but otherwise, I the fried rice was tasty. Seems there's usually one waitress (prob need to get her name) working the whole dining room and she's friendly and efficient. #ThankYouThursday

While I'm not a huge fan of Vietnamese food I absolutely adore Mint's Lemongrass chicken. It's extremely flavorful and fresh, always my go to. This time when I went I did try their sticky wings for my appetizer, and they were okay. The sauces add a unique taste but it's not something I would order again.

There was mainly one waiter taking care of all of the tables. Considering this, he did a great job taking care of us. He also did not hurry us. The food was good. I always get a vermicelli bowl when I go to a Vietnamese restaurant. I had fried egg rolls in it. There were a lot of eggroll pieces in it! my husband had a soft shell crab Bahn mi (or whatever it's called). We also had the bacon and cream cheese Rangoon, which was delicious, and the pork and shrimp spring rolls. The pork was a little bland, but otherwise the rolls were very good. The decor is very modern and nicely decorated with pretty lights hanging from the ceiling. The bar has a nice tile accent. Not my all-time favorite Vietnamese restaurant, but I would eat here again for sure.