NG Cafe

Came for Vietnamese, ended up getting pad Thai instead because I couldn't resist. The place is super cute and quirky, love the decorations and the ambience! Unfortunately the pad Thai was just alright. It's really hard to go wrong with pad Thai so no matter what it's gonna still be good, just compared to any other pad Thai I've had, this was probably the least good. All of that is hard to say because the staff were extremely friendly and kind, they gave my girlfriend and I egg drop soup with our orders as well as some bread as we were about to leave, not sure if that was normally included or if they were just being generous (I think they were being generous). I'm sure there are better things on the menu but I just couldn't pass up the pad Thai. I'll definitely be coming again to try something else in hopes of giving them five stars!

Absolutely delicious bánh mì. The bread was light and crunchy and the tofu had a sweet and delicious coating. We got their house mayo which added a fantastic flavor and the pickled carrot added an excellent crunch. I also appreciated the spicy from the jalapeño. The lovely woman at the counter offered us a sesame bun on the house since it was our first time. We’ll definitely be back to enjoy a meal because the interior is really cute and cozy.

Our visit to NG Café was an absolute delight! The fresh, crisp, and perfectly warm bread sandwiches were flavorful, with tender meats and fresh veggies! The complimentary soups were a tasty bonus, and we enjoyed the jasmine tea and coffee as well. The cozy and welcoming ambiance made the experience even more special. What stood out most was the wonderful service and hospitality. We love supporting local, family-owned businesses, and NG Cafe were beyond our expectations. Meeting the owners was a highlight—they were kind and sweet. We enjoyed also hearing their inspiring business story, which added a personal touch to our visit. We would love to come back and enjoy this gem again!

A Hidden Gem for Vietnamese Comfort Food! Absolutely loved this cute little Vietnamese spot! I had the tofu bánh mì, and it was incredible. The tofu was perfectly seasoned with a great texture and the bread was fresh, light, and just the right amount of crunch. The pickled veggies and fresh herbs added a delicious, tangy balance that brought everything together beautifully. The place has a relaxed, coffee shop-style atmosphere — casual, cozy, and perfect for a laid-back meal. The staff was warm and welcoming. Can’t wait to come back and try more!!

We got the chiken pad thai, pork belly bahn mi and iced vietnamese coffee, everything tasted exceptionally great. The place is clean and well lit and decorated. Prices are excellent and you get more than your money's worth imo Would come again

Wow! I absolutely enjoyed this quiet and relaxing cafe experience. The food was well prepared, flavorful and prompt, and the service was excellent. I ordered the grilled pork signature sandwich and was very satisfied with the fresh, toasted baguette and mix of flavorful toppings. I also got the house dumplings, vegetable egg rolls and a simple mocha. The food was very tasty - the fried egg rolls had the perfect amount of crunch, the dumplings were nicely portioned and well prepared. The mocha was warm and just the right amount for my meal. The service from the staff was great as they were very friendly and helpful. Duane helped us decide on our order and made great recommendations. Thank you for such a great brunch experience!

The owner and her husband are always here and they are the sweetest people, you can truly tell that they take pride in what they do. Everything on the menu here is great, including their coffee and tea selection. It’s always clean and the service is quick. I like the banh mi, soup, stir fry, spring rolls, Vietnamese iced coffee, iced tea and their desserts. I couldn’t recommend this place more

The place got upgraded, a nice relaxing vibe. They have fresh sesame hallow bread available. LOVE their baguette. Also the coffee, I had the OG coffee, the coffee hit in a very unique. I enjoy these 3 a lot. Curry Chicken Fried Rice is good as well, my brother loves it!!

Ng Cafe is just so perfect Took my family here for my birthday, and we all loved it- we tried a number of house specials and pastries, all 5 stars, no notes! I really think you could order anything on the menu and be happy. The house dumplings were the stand out fave for the kids, I loved my Banh Xeo. They make everything from scratch including the bread and the smells in here are amazing. The ambience is peaceful and the owners are so very kind and lovely. Please check out Ng Cafe!!

NG Cafe is run by a very sweet couple and it is influenced by Viet and Thai cuisine. I got the Vietnamese egg rolls and Bun Cha Ha Noi they were great. The egg rolls were perfectly crunchy, crispy, and full of flavor. The Bun Cha Ha Noi was very unique; the pork cutlets had good texture but maybe could have had more umami. What the pork cutlets lacked was made up in the sauce as well as the rice vermicelli, which is a weakness of mine. Though a little pricey, Ng Cafe provides a nice, cozy atmosphere to chow on your favorite Thai and Viet bites.

This place lives up to the banh mi hype with good pricing you should always order extra Togo for home ! I ordered the grilled pork banh mi, bread was fresh and crispy. Pork was umami bomb with lemongrass notes. I only wished it had more meat. The spring rolls were also in the tiny side. The surprise was the shortbread cookies, I dare you eat try to ear just one! Service is fast casual in a nice modern interior.

A very quaint and cute French Vietnamese cafe vibe. The music and decor are calming and inviting. The staff are kind and very friendly. We got banh mi tofu and banh mi combination. The bread was excellent you can tell it is fresh made daily. My husband felt the meat and pate was lacking a little bit in quantity. The vegetables are incredibly fresh. He said overall not quintessential viet taste but overall very good. I felt the tofu was fried very well and super fresh. We did feel price was a little high but for whatever reason food tends to be higher priced in Austin. A Costco bottle of coconut water is $5! I believe it's a $1 a bottle from Costco directly. Oh also, they give you egg drop soup or hot and sour as an appetizer when you dine in

Highly recommend!! The cafe is super cute and the service is friendly. Some tips when ordering- if you like the taste add pate to your banh mi! It adds so much to the sandwich and its a small add. Also, the shortbread cookies are AMAZING! Grab a box before heading out, you won't regret it!

NG cafe is a decent Vietnamese restaurant in Austin, they offer a variety of dishes (such as fried rice, noodles, etc). I ordered Singapore noodles and it tasted pretty okay, the portion is def on the smaller side. The interior feels hot and I think the AC was not working properly. Parking is widely available but the lot fills up quick, I ended up parking on the other side of the restaurant. Service is decent. Worth trying but probably won't visit again.

Customer service needs improvement. Host and woman at the register were not welcoming to our party. Both were very rude

The food: I have ordered takeout here for years but I ordered in and switched it up for a Pork Banh Mi this time. It was delicious. I pulled off the fresh jalapeños but the jalapeño spread eventually added up and overwhelmed me. The soup and lemonade cooled me right down though. The vibe: it had been years since I was last inside and they have really switched to a cafe feel in that time with a more limited menu and different look inside. Overall I liked it and it does differentiate them others in the market. Service: the staff is always friendly and food was on the table super quick.

I loved the grilled pork banh mi! The bread had the perfect amount of crunch on the outside yet wasn't abrasive like so many others. The bread's inside was fluffy and had a good chew. I also really enjoyed the mayo and the grilled pork. Both were full of flavor and weren't too heavy. I got take out so I can't comment too much on the dining experience, but it seemed to have a laid back and family-owned vibe! I'll be back to try more dishes. EDIT: Beware the jalapeños! Unfortunately, I am in a lot of pain right now.

Family owned cafe! Super yummy, great place for a chat with a friend and some yummy bites. Pastries are really good. The drinks are even better. But the banh mi sandwiches are amazing, definitely give them a try. Their bread is made in house!

It's a cute little cafe with a ton of dishes and pastries to order. It's bright and clean, and the staff are some sweet folks. I highly recommend stopping by if you're in the area. They weren't crowded, but they were also cranking out to go orders. I'm told the Banh Mi here is great, since they make their own bread in house. However I opted for the Pad Thai. Maybe I'll get a tofu banh mi the next time I visit. The entrees are delicious and filling. The portion size of my pad thai was a touch too big. I had a little bit leftover, buuuut not quite enough to take home. It was all noodles left. There's a ton of cute little cakes and treats in their display case. Take a look and grab a snack and/or dessert to go if the mood strikes. You won't be disappointed.

This was my first time coming to NG Cafe, and I'm glad we did. From the outside, the restaurant is non-assuming and very low-key, however the inside is bright, spacious, and decorated well. Service was quick. They forgot our matcha latte, but quickly made it once I mentioned it to them. The food was solid. Sandwiches aren't my normal go-to food, but the grilled pork banh mi was a 8/10 good! My wife had the Classic Combo banh mi and said her's was a 9/10 good. If you're in the area and want good food that's quick, definitely consider coming to NG Cafe!

I was recommended this spot for Vietnamese food when I first moved to Austin, and at first I questioned how a cafe was well-known for food. However, it completely blew away my expectations! The family that owns the cafe are very friendly. I went before the dinner rush, so my food came out quickly. I ordered the classic banh mi, and it was absolutely delicious and reminiscent of places I've tried in other cities - even better than some, in my opinion. The bread was nice and crispy, and it also came with free soup! At a price less than $9, it's a pretty rare find for a solid meal. There is plenty of parking as it's located in a small plaza. Also love the vibes of this cafe! The interior is calm and a great space to work or meet with a friend. Looking forward to coming back to try the other options!

We went during a busy lunchtime on Thursday, but the ordering process at the counter went very fast. Since it is open seating, we found an empty table to sit at after ordering. Since it was lunchtime, our meals came with a complimentary soup, which was nice. We got the hot and sour soup, and it was great. It was more on the peppery side, but I loved it. The rest of the meal was good. They offer a wide selection of Vietnamese, Chinese, and Thai dishes.

Amazing food, great price, wonderful staff. Hidden gem in North Austin. Wish them all the success

Humble, cozy, and delicious food. I love this spot for a casual hangout. The staff is so nice, and the food is tasty. I have yet to try drinks, but that'll definitely be on my list for next time.

Sooo cute !! Kinda tucked away my gps took me to anther place but it's right next to BWW Inside very clean n super cute Decent price **** I am a water snob n there water is extremely good! Well filtered They have some sweet treats Deff will be going back to try Got the steak banh mi (it was more ground meat then steak) but great flavor Bread more on the chewy side not to much crunch Very generous on the meat portion N made to order Customer Service is wonderful Sweetest ppl behind the counter

I hadn't been back since they remodeled the interior, and it's so cute! I loved the seating and the cute couch space near the entrance. My friend and I both got the pork belly Banh Mi (of course) and I got a Vietnamese coffee. Meals come with a soup starter and the hot and sour was delicious. The sandwiches came out quickly. The fresh bread is what sets NG's Banh mi apart in my opinion. They have the baguettes for sale at the counter, too. Next time I go, I'm definitely trying one of the deserts. They looked amazing. The people running the store were quick and very sweet. This is a great place to go for lunch!

This is a cute mom and pop shop cafe with great selections. There is a nice mixture of foods and bakery items. As someone with Vietnamese parents, as soon as I entered the cafe I heard the same music that my mom played a lot in the house that made me feel at home. We ordered the bun cha Ha Noi, spring rolls, and green curry. Everything was so delicious. Each of our entree items came with a choice of egg drop soup or sweet and sour soup. We got the egg drop soup and it was the perfect complement to our meal. The service was great and everyone was so nice. Parking was very easy to find and there is plenty of it.

Their Grilled Pork and Tofu banh mi are still amazing with the freshest of bread. Their bakery items are always so tempting. Finally gave the cheesecakes a try and they are a perfect combination of flavors with a crisp graham crust. If you dine in you also get a delicious egg drop or hot and sour soup!! The service is by an incredibly sweet couple and the ambiance inside is super cute with a good amount of seating.

I've been going to the different iterations of NG cafe ever since they were a bang mi stall in a strip mall off 183. They were a full service restaurant before the pandemic in the Walmart shopping center near Parmer and I-35 and now they've remodeled into a counter service restaurant. The interior is stunning and they have an area with couches and chairs in the middle to eat at or tables in the main dining area. What hasn't changed are the banh mi sandwiches. They are still the best in my opinion. I live the baguettes here's since they outer crust is nice and crispy and they have a great bite to them without being too chewy. I get the traditional one and can easily eat a couple of these. They aren't as cheap as they used to be but well worth it and I'm glad that I work nearby so I can come here more often. The also have dessert tofu here which is a must as well.

NG Cafe's menu is an interesting mix of Vietnamese and Thai, and their baked goods looked amazing, so I figured I'd check them out. I got the Singapore style noodles with chicken--decent portion, good amount of curry powder, and the chicken was really tender, so I definitely enjoyed it. The meal also come with a free cup of either hot and sour or egg drop soup, which is nice! I opted for the egg drop soup, which was delicious. I also ended up getting a box of their lemon cookies. Highly recommend those. They're super soft and melt in your mouth. They look and taste like little lemon clouds, so I saved a few for my friends and I to eat during the eclipse :) The sea salt chocolate chip cookie was ok, but it tasted like it was made with vegetable oil or margarine instead of butter, which is a pet peeve of mine. It wasn't bad, but I wouldn't order it again. Service was really friendly, and the cafe has a nice relaxed vibe to it. Overall, really enjoyed my lunch here, and I'm planning to try one of their cheesecakes next time too since they looked amazing.

Loved this coffee shop! If you need good coffee and like us could not find a decent one at the strip, then this place is the one I recommend!

The restaurant welcomes you into a very well-designed and welcoming space. The staff is friendly and just a great place to get together with friends over good food. The turmeric pancake (bánh xèo) was delicious-- perfectly crispy, light, and packed with fresh, flavorful ingredients. The nước mắm was perfectly balanced--just the right mix of sweet and tangy--and brought everything together. It was exactly what I was searching for. I'll definitely come back, especially for this dish!

Such a wonderful family-owned restaurant that serves all my favorite Vietnamese dishes! Whether you're ordering takeout or dining in, rest assured that your food will be prepared with great care. If I had to recommend only one thing from their menu, it would be their vermicelli noodles with grilled pork (Bun Cha Ha Noi) which is made very light, fresh, and balanced with the veggies and fish sauce. I'm a huge fan of their spring rolls, too, which are extra extra crispy and come with lettuce wraps and veggies so you can grab, roll, and dip them in vinegar like you're supposed to. Their summer shrimp rolls are excellent, as well, and served with a delicious peanut sauce. Highly recommend this place, especially since they recently underwent a renovation with brighter, more aesthetic furniture - makes for a super cute lunch date!

The food is some of the best I've had in Austin!! Definitely get the sticky rice and pepper chicken! Curry slaps and so does the lychee tea!

After reading all the great reviews about their banh mis, I was super excited to give them a try! When I walked in for lunch during the weekend, I was immediately taken aback by how beautiful and aesthetic the restaurant was! You order at the register, and the workers were so nice There is a variety of banh mis, noodle dishes, curry dishes, and rice dishes. There's also freshly baked goods! We got the grilled chicken banh mi and the grilled pork banh mi. They were $8.25 each and very filling! They did not skimp out on the meat (see photo), and there were plenty of veggies too!! When you dine in, you also get a free bowl of soup- the choices were egg drop and sweet and sour. The egg drop was great. In the middle of the room, there's a station to get sauces, utensils, and water. This place is great for families, big groups, and small groups! Also a great place to study, and they have a variety of drinks like vietnamese coffee and other teas. I'll have to come back to try their pastries and other dishes! Overall, this place exceeded expectations, and I can't wait to come back!!!

My go to spot for freshly baked baguettes & banh mi! You can taste the quality of ingredients. Menu is simple but diverse. They just renovated this year and it looks like a nice cafe vibe inside. Owners are very sweet and the desserts are made in house!

We visited here as part of the Asian restaurant passport and are happy to have discovered a new favorite for us. The banh xeo was cooked really well and perfectly crispy and stuffed. The banh mi is really good here with good portion as well. They let you choose a soup with every meal which we loved, we both got a perfectly salty egg drop soup. They also have a great bakery selection with cakes, pastries and more. This is such a cute spot and would be such a great working space too. The matcha was also deliciously sweetn and creamy. The service was also super kind!

This place is a hidden gem! I loved the atmosphere and the people working were so nice. The food was incredible too. I loved my shredded pork Bánh mì - just as the other reviews said the bread is perfect. The meat was cooked to perfection and there was only one bite that was fatty. I really enjoyed the pickled vegetables and sauce they had on it too- the perfect balance and not overpowering (as someone who doesn't like pickled vegetables I was nervous But this was so good!! The crab rangoons were good but I wish there was more filling. The spring rolls were good too but the sauce was a little bland. I can't wait to be back!! Especially to try their selection of desserts after!

We picked up takeout from them. We were greeted at the counter promptly, and our order was ready to go right away. The ambiance is really cute, sort of giving French bistro vibes! Everything was clean, bright, and fresh. I got the vermicelli noodle bowl, and my husband got the pork shoulder bahn mi and a noodle bowl. He ordered his noodle bowl was medium heat, but it definitely had a kick! Overall, it was tasty!

The BEST bahn mi in the Austin area! I drive half an hour past several bahn mi spots to get to NG. I get the tofu bahn mi, and my boyfriend gets the grilled pork bahn mi. The other food I've tried here is good as well, including the sesame seed bread and the cookies. To top things off, the owners are very friendly. Always great!

Hella cute spot. The decor seems to be Parisian-inspired, but the food is 100% Vietnamese, and done right. They warned me that the banh xeo would take some time, but it was delivered hot and crispy within 10 minutes, full of tofu and made vegan on request! My parents loved their respective noodles as well. I know they're best known for their banh mi, but the rest of the menu is equally worthy.

Tasted more milk then matcha. I asked for more matcha and they said it will be an extra charge. Supper plain. Not tasteful.. supper dissatisfying. Side note the cookies are good. :)

Food - DELICIOUS Service - EXCELLENT Ambiance - VERY CHILL They are V E R Y accommodating to VEGANS !!........If you tell them you're vegan, it's noooo problem for them to make sure your food is animal free. I give them an A++++ 10 out of 10 ***their prices are VERY reasonable***

Such a cute spot with yummy Asian food! I loved my ribeye banh mi with pickled carrots, daikon, cilantro, jalapeño, and mayo. The house-made baguette had the perfect texture, and the meat was really flavorful. They offered a complimentary soup which I declined because I wasn't super hungry, but I thought it was a nice addition. I'll definitely be back for more banh mi.

Love the renovation...I know it's been a while but I don't get to this area much anymore. Still have one of the best Bahn Mi's in town. I'm never disappointed eating here. Owner is very friendly and service is excellent.

French cuisine and Vietnamese grace tie together to bring you delicate pastries, familiar dishes, and a house made baguette bun mi sand which passed down from your grandmas recipe book. The crunch and sponge is a Parisian dream in little Saigon.

What appears to be a family opened restaurant, NG Cafe is exactly the kind of small business I feel so fulfilled in going all out with my takeout order. I've never dined in, but the service and care for takeout by the owners is always top notch, and the food is delicious! I love their stir fried noodle dishes (pad thai, drunken noodle, pad see ew, all of it) and fully appreciate that each dish has a distinct, complex flavor profile rather than some restaurants where it tastes like the same dish with different noodles. Their portions are healthy, and when paired with an appetizer order (or two), I often can save half of an entree for the next day. To emphasize their care for the food they prepare you for takeout, they carefully wrapped each spring roll in Saran Wrap to help retain the moisture of the exterior so it doesn't turn hard and crunchy. They also pour the Vietnamese coffee for you upon arrival for pickup so it's as fresh as it can get (no open container sitting around in the fridge.) Note that it isn't phin made, but it slaps just like Vietnamese coffee should. Finally, their mango sticky rice is so hard to share. I just want that gooey, sweet, chewy rice goodness to myself! We also decided to order a slice of a chocolate cookie dough and Oreo cake, because why not, and wow, wow, wow. So good!!! 5/5 - love to support!

The cafe itself is cozy and cute and the owner is so kind! You can tell she puts her heart into her business. I tried two bahn mi: grilled pork and grilled chicken. Both meats had a wonderful marinade and the filling to bread ratio was spot on. The bread itself is baked to perfection (in house), with a nice crust. Each bahn mi came with a soup of choice so I got the egg drop. It was also delicious and seasoned just right. I also tried the house dumplings which did not have much flavor but they were wrapped beautifully and had a great texture. We ordered mango sticky rice for dessert, it was very comforting. And the owner gave us a sesame bread as a thank you (it was so good and full of toasted sesame flavor)! I definitely want to go back and try another bahn mi as well as cheese cake!

This unassuming family owned restaurant is tucked away in a strip mall near Walmart and Red Robin. Upon entering you're met with the smell of fresh baked goods, as this restaurant makes its own pastries. The restaurant is small, but clean and very busy. The owners are super helpful when deciding on what to order. I chose the basil fried rice and Thai ice tea. Both were good, but the rice was a bit bland. If I'm in the area, I'll definitely swing by again.

This place is so so delicious! And the family that owns it is the absolute sweetest. We visited NG Cafe on a chilly Austin night and this was the perfect atmosphere and menu for the occasion. We went with the turmeric pancakes, Tom Kha soup, beef drunken noodles and the pork belly bahn mi. We loved it all, but our favorite was the pork belly bahn which came on a homemade flaky delicious roll. We took up two tables for all the food we ordered (oops!). They have an amazing lineup of homemade pastries and desserts made in-house by the owner's son. We ordered a slice of the cookie dough cake and it's probably one of the best cakes I've ever had. Do yourself a favor and grab the sesame roll while you're at it(10/10). I cannot wait to go back and try the rest of the menu. Definitely give this place a try, you won't regret it!

Mom n pop neighborhood restaurant. Excellent customer service with ample parking. Good was good. Menu wasn't overwhelming. Recommend and will def come back

If you're looking for the best Pad See Ew, NG Cafe is the place for you! I'm happy that I stumbled across this family own restaurant on a Sunday afternoon. I was warmly greeted by the owners upon my arrival. There is a self serve station after you pay at the register where you can fill your plate up with tasty crispy noodles. I ordered the veggie spring rolls and Pad See Ew and was not disappointed. I highly recommend this restaurant if you're looking for a quaint and family owned restaurant.

Came here for dinner on a. Sunday and it was relatively empty, but filled up in no time. It's an order at the counter and get a number type establishment. The lady in the front is a no frills all business type, but knew her restaurant well. We got a fried rice, a buncha, and a banh mi. The fried rice was a huge portion and was spicy and delicious. The buncha also had a kick to it. The banh mi had a really solid bread but the pate taste was a little too strong for my liking, but the grilled pork in it was delicious. Overall a very affordable place to get good food!

Love the pork belly and grilled chicken banh mi although I will say the bread was a little hard to chew haha but maybe my teeth are just weak.

NG Cafe is a gem in the city. Great ambience to enjoy a Grilled Pork Bahn Mi on a homemade baguette with a refreshing Yuzu Thyme Lemonade. I had to try the Bun Cha Hanoi too. It was so good my belly ate first and i forgot to take pictures. Great service and hospitality! Enjoy!

The best banh mi spot in Austin without question! I have been on a quest to find my go-to banh mi joint and NG Cafe does it perfectly. I always get their ribeye banh mi and their baguette is amazing. The beef is in meatball form and the sandwich also comes with carrots, cilantro, vietnamese mayo. They also serve dessert silken tofu which can be hard to find. Great texture and temporarily cured my homesickness. I want to try their mango sticky rice next. They recently renovated and the new interior is beautiful! It's a lot more open now and feels like a true cafe. The owners are super nice too. They even offered my boyfriend a cookie once while he was waiting for our pick-up order.

My favorite spot for Bahn Mi "Vietnamese Sandwiches " the owners are super friendly and they bake the bread fresh daily. If you haven't tried the lemon cookies they have you're really missing out! They have a lot of other dessert options as well. All the food I've had there has always been delicious but their Bahn Mi's have kept brining me back for years.