Streetside

Vietnamese restaurant · Olde Kensington

Streetside

Vietnamese restaurant · Olde Kensington

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165 W Girard Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19123

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Vietnamese street food, pho, banh mi, dumplings, spring rolls  

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165 W Girard Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19123 Get directions

streetsideshop.com
@streetsideshop

$10–20 · Menu

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165 W Girard Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19123 Get directions

+1 267 737 9165
streetsideshop.com
@streetsideshop

$10–20 · Menu

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Street Side - Review - Kensington - Philadelphia - The Infatuation

"Street Side is a tiny Vietnamese BYOB on Girard that mostly does takeout, so when you end up working late in the office and are too tired to even reheat the chicken you put in the freezer for this exact occasion, it’s a good place to stop at on your way home. Everything is inspired by Asian street food, and other than their pho (which is one of the better bowls of soup around), this place mostly does small things that are easy to eat on the go. Some of our favorites are the pork belly rice paper roll, the kroeung beef skewer, and the pork and chive dumplings." - Sydney McElwee

https://www.theinfatuation.com/philadelphia/reviews/street-side
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The 14 Best Restaurants In Kensington

"Street Side is a tiny Vietnamese BYOB on Girard that's mostly great for takeout (there are only a handful of seats). So when you end up working late and are too tired to even reheat the leftovers from last weekend, it’s a good place to stop in on your way home. Other than their pho, this place mostly does small plates that are easy to eat on the go. Some of our favorites are the pork belly rice paper roll, the beef skewer, and the pork and chive dumplings. " - candis mclean, alison kessler

https://www.theinfatuation.com/philadelphia/guides/best-bars-restaurants-kensington
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Where to Eat, Drink, and Snack in Philly’s Fishtown and Kensington Neighborhoods: A Local’s Guide - Eater Philly

"I go to Streetside for quick, affordable lunches. They’re my go-to for banh mi and their chive and pork dumplings are amazing." - Maddy Sweitzer-Lamme

https://philly.eater.com/2022/1/11/22876377/restaurants-bars-cafes-fishtown-kensington-ask-a-local
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Rafiat Kasumu

Google
Atmosphere: I stumbled upon Street Side and decided to give it a try. It’s a small, cozy Vietnamese spot with a vibe that captures the lively spirit of street food culture. The interior is simple and casual, with bench-style seating. Food: I ordered the chicken spinach dumplings and the classic hand-cut beef pho. The dumplings were flavorful and well-seasoned, while the pho came in a generous portion with tender beef and rich broth. It’s a solid choice if you're craving a comforting bowl of pho. I’d definitely recommend Street Side for a casual, satisfying Vietnamese meal.

Tam Lieu

Google
I've gotten shrimp dumplings, mushroom dumplings, beef skewers and baked mussels. I've ordered twice because the dishes are delicious, especially the dumplings and the skewers 😆 Lovely place! What a gem!

Nicolette Headley

Google
Streetside is dangerously close to my house, but that makes it so perfect for any affair. I love ordering at the pick-up window, it’s such a convenient and fun experience, and best for when I just want to bring home some pho and veg out on the couch. Eating in is such a treat and the interior is made to look like a Vietnam street with a bunch of quirky things for sale! I love it so much. The service has always been top notch and I’ve had so much fun, the drinks are spot on, or just have a quiet night of having some warm and delicious food! 10/10, my fave pho spot in the city. Thankful to be neighbors. 💕

Maureen O'Dwyer

Google
One of my favorite local gems! I’ve gotten take out, delivery, and dine in on several visits and everything is always delicious and so reasonably priced. The atmosphere is fun and the staff is always super sweet and accomplishing. We went for my friend’s bday this week and had an absolute blast eating, drinking, and singing karaoke in their party room. Highly recommend adding streetside to your restaurant rotation!

Ruben Conner

Google
I don’t understand how this place isn’t packed! Cute little spot with INCREDIBLE food. We got succulent dumplings, refreshing spring rolls, rich pho, and solid banh mi. The Thai tea is also perfectly balanced. So cozy, so worth it.

Bryce

Google
Absolutely delicious. This is my restaurant go-to. A couple favorites are Combo Pho, Shrimp Banh Mi, and chicken vermicelli. The sauce is really delicious. Boba milk teas are amazing any time of year as they offer a hot version and a cool version. The environment was really nice too. Service was amazing. The waiter was nice, and our food came out at a reasonable time. We were not rushed at all, free to finish at our own pace. Most things here are delicious. Decorations were absolutely adorable, and I love the shop. I found some really cool things there! Overall, the most amazing restaurant ever. If you get a chance to go here, do it RIGHT NOW.

Christina Lower

Google
Small family owned and ran Viet place delivers big on food, experience and service ! Been going here since they opened and eat here regularly- they never miss a beat whether you get take out or eat in. It’s consistently good, very clean and the owners are great folks and on site everyday which makes it a pleasure to dine here. The banh mi, dumplings, Thai tea , banh mi fries and mushroom soup are the house favs. I also Recently celebrated my bday in their private party/ karaoke Room. We had a blast, ordering with a large group was super easy and the food was slammin. This addition to their spit and the neighborhood has been a long time coming and my friends had so much fun we can’t wait to go back !

Susanna S

Google
I randomly found this place on Google Maps while looking for something to eat during my lunch break. It's a small restaurant with vintage decor such a lovely spot. I ordered mussels, beef skewers, and chicken spinach dumplings, along with a unique German alcohol drink that I highly recommend trying. Food perfectly balanced not too sour, not too sweet. A great light lunch overall.
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Julia M.

Yelp
Don't pass up this hole in the wall on Girard! It's easy to miss if you're driving by, but if you happen to see it give it a try. Their Chicken Bahn Mi is substantial and super tasty. I ate half for dinner and ate the other half the next day. Bread and filling ratio is perfect! Also tried the Bahn Mi Fries and it was cleverly executed! Most times when you get loaded fries, the fries get soggy and not that appealing. These fries were either double fried or fried for a little bit longer so they could hold up to the toppings. They're addictive and crispy!
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Jessica R.

Yelp
This place a literal hole in the wall. I saw it while walking down Girard one day and thought the drinks menu seemed cool, and then learned that they actually sold food too. Nowhere to sit right now, though. The person at the window said they're renovating the restaurant. You either order in advance and come pick up, or order there and wait about 20 min for your food to be ready. I ordered the Pork and Chive Grandma's Dumplings and Garlic Shrimp Net Rolls based on what I saw in reviews. My boyfriend got the pho with brisket (with other beef stuff in it too). Our drinks were the Coconut Cucumber Cooler and the Honeydew Bubble Tea. I was also interested in the seasonal watermelon slush and basil seed drinks, which I can't seem to find anywhere else in this neighborhood. Everything tasted great! Nothing phenomenal, but they are surprisingly good -- like a level above an overrated but bougie Vietnamese sit down restaurant. The dumpling wrappings had a hard time staying on the meat, but the sauce they came with really made the taste pop. The pho came with plenty of meat and broth with the kind of sweet and salty umami flavor that made me feel like it wasn't just a salt bath. The Garlic Shrimp Net Rolls were nice but not what I expected. They were these shrimp rolls lightly coated in a fried layer, not a fried spring roll. That in and of itself made it more appealing to me, though. The Coconut Cucumber Cooler is something I'd go back for. Not to sweet with a unique flavor, perfect for summer. I wasn't as impressed with the Honeydew Bubble Tea. It looked like the typical powder drink with some milk added on top, but it didn't taste as artificial thanks to the milk layer. The boba was just the right level of firmness and wasn't drenched in brown sugar. Also, I really want to go back for the thai tea soft serve. The person at the window said the machine was broken but that it would be fixed before the end of the summer. I'm leaving only four stars because it seemed like the restaurant was kind of missing a few pieces. Maybe I'll upgrade when it's full service again. That, and I still think there are better restaurants in the area. It's just an affordable, fun detour with unique specialty drinks. The total bill for both me and the bf came out to about $35.
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Dalya M.

Yelp
I've only ever gotten drinks from them, I've yet to try out their food but the drinks I've tried are very refreshing and affordable. Highly recommend this place if you're waking through this area!
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Dennis S.

Yelp
Very good Bahn Mi, especially the pork belly one. The bread is crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, exactly how it's supposed to be. Only thing is that they put more meat.
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Karen S.

Yelp
Service was great! We loved the pho--perfect rainy day comfort food. Will definitely go back and try more items.

Linda W.

Yelp
Really cute spot with great food and quirky ambiance. The pho is tasty and the broth has a nice flavor. Feels like you're discovering a neighborhood gem!
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Wendy W.

Yelp
Food: 1/5 Price: 5/5 Service: 3/5 Ordered the beef skewers, pork belly vermicelli, and lemongrass chicken vermicelli. Total was only $22.41!!! Amazing deal for the amount quantity!! But, the food was a bit disappointing. The beef skewer ($7) had little to no lemongrass and no flavor other than soy. Most viet places would season it really well and all the seasoning would appear on the meat itself. If I had to rate it, the beef was actually the best out of the three. The lemongrass chicken vermicelli has no lemongrass flavor at all. It looked like boiled chicken with maybe a bit of soy sauce. Definitely did not expect to have lemongrass chicken without the taste or smell of lemongrass. The classic pork belly vermicelli was what I expected. Boiled pork belly over some noodles and vegetables. The noodle is over cooked, broken into very very small pieces. The vegetables were old and soggy. Usually raw carrot shred and cut cucumber are crisp and delicious, but the ones in both dishes were soft and soggy. Not fresh. Overall, I would only come here for a quick cheap meal. If you have more time, head to Chinatown or south Philly for better Vietnamese food.
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Eric K.

Yelp
What a great little gem! Had beef combo pho and it was quick and tasty with some sriracha stirred in! Good meat portion although I found noodle portion to be slightly lacking. I liked the quirky, stripped down yet youthful vibe inside. Server was courteous and gave adequate service as well. Might be my go-to lunch spot from now on when I'm in philly for business!
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Gloria E.

Yelp
Exactly what I wanted from my experience here! Quick service, good portions, and light, fresh dishes. Avoided the pork belly because of mixed reviews, and I'm so glad I tried the chicken and shrimp! Bahn mi tasted great with some added sriracha and hoisin, while the lettuce bowl and light sauce were a perfect fit with everything else. The menu is a great size to try a few things while still leaving something for next time. Can't wait to be back! Seats are tiny but surprisingly not uncomfortable, and they even have an upstairs area.
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Jeary S.

Yelp
A bit disappointed by the local restaurant. I had hopes and brought out my housemate to check this place out. I love finding local gems and supporting it. My housemates got banh mi and I got pho. I switched my order to pho last minute because it was cold outside. Unfortunate mistake. It was just ok. small portions and not memorable. We had other orders and nothing was really memorable. Thankfully, I've seen others come by to order or pickup while we were there so glad they still have lot of customers and so maybe it was just us that wasn't quite satisfied. Unfortunately, I'm sure not sure if we'll be back. Hoping best for this little hole in the wall.
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Mallory D.

Yelp
I really don't want to be a hater, but pork belly Bahn mi is not something that should exist. I ordered through Uber rags or one of those so I don't know if it makes a difference but when I got it it was cold and just slimy. Cold pork belly tastes like some kind of putrid fish bait. And the texture, god don't get me started on the texture. It was grotesque. I'm not sure if it's served cold in the restaurants but it was delivered cold to me and rendered inedible. I had a cucumber sandwich for dinner that night. I want to try them again as I am a big Bahn mi fan so I'll reserve a star for potential, but my first experience was pretty gross if I'm being honest.
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Janine A.

Yelp
Yummy! It's hard to find- had to circle around a couple of times. Aye. But the donuts & banh mi were delicious. I had pork belly, someone else had chicken & coconut shrimp. All were gobbled quickly. The smashed cucumbers were- meh. The flavor wasn't balanced. The edamame with the alleged "viet crack"- hardly had any on it & it doesn't stick to the edamame, so, that was also - meh. I've been twice already, will definitely be back!
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Brenna B.

Yelp
I've walked past this a few times and never realized they served more than drinks! So glad I gave it a chance the tofu bahn mi is so flavorful. I got an iced green tea and it was super refreshing and the rice paper wraps were awesome too
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Bhavika P.

Yelp
Love this place..when in doubt I always run by to Street Side grab a tofu Bahn mi and chicken spinach dumplings. Never go wrong with it and is perfect meal for my appetite. Accepting credit card, cash and venmo. Would highly recommend to order ahead of time by calling in as the orders could take a while.
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Tina L.

Yelp
Decided to get take out from this little service window spot and it was awesome! I definitely would stop by for food and even drinks! The banh mi fries were delicious. I like the sauce so much! The banh mi was a nice twist with the coconut shrimp. The rice paper rolls were delicious with the peanut sauce. The drinks were really good! I had the joyride and sun worshipper.
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Isaac A.

Yelp
3.5 stars rounding down. Ordered the tofu vermicelli, mushrooms dumplings, pickled veggies and Thai milk tea. The best by far were the dumplings. They were light and had strong flavor. The rest was so so good but average good. The pickled veggies are veggies dipped in a vinegar sauce. Not worth the side in my opinion. Really glad this place is nearby and happy with the price point. The customer service is on point and their menu selection is pretty great.
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Leann H.

Yelp
I hate to do this, because I really wanted to like it here, but this just did not work out. I ordered the grand moms dumplings and the lemongrass vermicelli noodles and as I was leaving, the girl at the counter asked if I wanted sauce. I saw hoisin, soy, and other sauces on the tables and saw plastic containers full of sauce behind the counter, so I said sure. Well, I get back to my office to find that not only did she not put sauce in the bag, but the broth for the vermicelli was in a side container so small that it didn't even soak 1/18th of the takeout bowl. It was very very dry and I really wish she would have given me the sauce as I desired. I had to use the leftover dumpling sauce to make it edible. The food itself was mediocre at best, with the vermicelli as a small portion and had little fillings. The meat was good, though. The dumplings were dumplings. Nothing remarkable. Just as an FYI, though, they charge $0.50 extra for takeout orders. I guess to offset the cost of the containers, I'm not sure. Anyways, I won't be back.
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Marlyn V.

Yelp
I came here for a quick lunch while in the area. The thing that stood out the most is that the lady who is the server is also the cashier (and maybe even a cook!), was very attentive. For a slow weekday lunch, she really went out of her way to check in on me while I was there. The place is a little nook and feels more like a coffee shop than a restaurant. I ordered my go to favorite which is a vermicelli bowl and decided to be adventurous and do the pork belly. I saw they had these shrimp rolls on the menu for 5/$5 and though that would be something delicious to snack on later. My bowl came out in a to go container because I had expressed that I was in a rush - I appreciated that. Once I went to dig in, I realized there weren't many veggies in my bowl and the pork belly was not delicious at all. I had to add tremendous amounts of hoison sauce to make this dish better. Then the most disappointing part of my meal was the size of these tiny shrimp rolls. They were barely half my pinky and I was genuinely expecting egg roll sizes for $5! Needless to say, this was more on me ordering shrimp rolls and expecting a larger size based on my experience elsewhere. Overall, I was just not very impressed with flavor or value.
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Richard R.

Yelp
Street Side has been in my bookmarked folder for some time now and on a hot Saturday afternoon in July we made our way over to Girard. Street Side is a little hard to find and a little nondescript. The place is located across the street from Paesano's and almost next door to Moda Mia. The restaurant is trendier then most Viet places inside and it has a younger feel. There is seating downstairs and also upstairs. It is very casual and clean. We were sort of in between lunch and dinner so we ordered a few things to be shared by 3 people. The Lemon Grass Bahn Mi, Garlic Shrimp Spring Roll, the traditional paper wrap and combo brisket Pho. Everything was really good and tasted fresh. The Bahn Mi bread was excellent. The Pho broth was light but still flavorful. I had an ice coffee, which hit the spot on a hot day, and we also tried the citrus coconut and cucumber drink and honey basil seed drink. Both of these were refreshing. We ended our meal happily with Asian sugar doughnuts and Coconut pudding. All of this was about $36.00. Not too bad at all for the quality and freshness of the food. Definitely going back to Street side and 4 solid Yelp stars.
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Noelle B.

Yelp
Sadly, their takeout window is right next to the garbage can- the guy was taking the order there was rude, and the prices weren't the same as on their website. Disappointed to see this place go so downhill. The food is still wonderful.
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Rachael W.

Yelp
Authentic Vietnamese! I always get the shrimp vermicelli. This place is great for when you're on the go, it's quick and delicious.
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Fitzwilliam D.

Yelp
"If you like Banh mi, you should try Street Side in Fishtown", she suggested to me. By now, I'd come to trust her food recommendations, and, still unfamiliar with all that Philly has to offer, looked up the menu online -and cringed. "That's pretty insensitive" (I'm sure I used a different word) as I pointed to parts of the menu that leapt off the page. "Well, it can't be insensitive" (again, different word), she insisted, secure in her conviction: It's their native cuisine. The food is very good. I'm glad I listened, and ignored a superficial first impression, for the food at Street Side IS very good. And, unfortunate menu word choice apart (I'm not the only one to note that, see their Philly.Com review), whomever amongst the staff that I've met in the restaurant has been simply lovely: Smiling. Helpful. Polite. Patient. Considerate. Service is absolutely top notch. The restaurant has some unusual items on the Banh Mi menu, hinting, perhaps, at their Cambodian / Khmer roots. This is most evident from the Kroeung Beef, which I sampled in the skewers. I've never tried this before and had to look up the ingredients for the paste (lemongrass, bay leaves, thyme, lemon zest, lime zest, ginger, garlic, turmeric, lemon juice, salt, sugar, and cinnamon) as the flavors were complex even if it all looked simple. I also really liked their Banh mi. Other than the Coconut Shrimp Banh mi, which was the least of my favorites, I enjoyed all the others: in particular, Lemongrass chicken and the (fried) Five Spice Tofu. I believe the bread they use is from Ba Le bakery, but the Banh Mi has a nice spicy kick to it, and it's not just from the garlic mayo. I wish I'd also tried their Viet Flan, but there are too many quality options for dessert nearby: most notably, Weckerly Ice Cream and Cake Life Bakeshop. So, there was no "Happy Ending" (from the menu) for me. Still, particularly given their budget price points, I strongly recommend Street Side to anyone in the area, and check out their website's claim of being a: 'Promiscuous' adaptation reflecting the best eats, beats, and vibes of Southeast Asia...
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Leslie V.

Yelp
The steak pho was yummy and the grandmas pork dumplings were incredible. I've had pho from some other places before where the meat was very fatty and chewy, that was not the case here. Would order takeout from here again.

Emily S.

Yelp
I was hesitant to order here because of the recent reviews, but this place was very good. Pick up was easy (I did it through Grub Hub), and she gave me chili oil on request. I got the chicken Bahn mi which was very good and flavorful. I did put the bread in the oven but that's just a personal thing. The mixed beef pho was also very good - lots of flavor in their broth, though I wish they filled the container more. Some of the beef pieces were very chewy as well. The spring rolls are tiny but delicious! Cheap too. The dumplings were also very good and very flavorful - tip: get the chili oil on the side and dunk them in there. Overall very good, will definitely be back!!
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Sophia I.

Yelp
Finally! Street food at street prices in a charmingly converted row home on W Girard Ave. It seems like a family-run business serving traditional Vietnamese items with a modern, tapas style flair. The menu ranges in price from $2.50 to $7 for everything except the wrap-your-own summer roll platter at $15 (for 2). The portions are on the smaller side, but it's to be expected given the price point. This is most definitely the kind of place to share a meal with a friend & some tequila while still being kind to your wallet. The vermicelli bowl was my favorite. I had the chicken version that was marinated pieces of chicken thigh (I think) over rice noodles with veggies, spring roll, cilantro and fish sauce. Fresh, delicious and filling, yet not heavy. The dumpling app was served steamed with a tasty dipping sauce. Spring rolls in the vermicelli bowl were traditional but the "net roll" version was more like crispy tempura-ish bites. Flan was amazing. I'm a sucker for flan though. Full stars for the selection versus price point for quality eats. The seating is somewhat limited with a few tables & a counter by the window downstairs. They have a second floor too, although I'm not sure if that's open yet. It's byob with mixers and juice for purchase. Delivery will be up soon on Grubhub, yay.
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Keli M.

Yelp
Amazing little storefront gem of a restaurant on Girard Ave. An old friend took me for dinner on a Sunday before I left town. The service was friendly and fast, and it is byob. I loved that they have small plates with a lot of flavor. It allowed us to try a few things, and the prices were reasonable. I loved the garlic shrimp dumplings, and the rice paper roll.
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Miranda F.

Yelp
The banh mi was delicious, the service was quick and courteous, and I didn't even have to go inside to pick up my takeout order.
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Laura-Ann C.

Yelp
In a world of #shortcuts, I cannot tell you how excited I am to stumble upon this adorable Vietnamese Cafe @streetsideshop where everything about this spot is humble, simple and delicious! kudos to the chefs behind this simple, street food centered menu on all things Vietnam. #NOMSG #chickenbahnmi #chickenpho #summerrolls #yum #vietnamesecuisine #thatbreadthough
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Vivica-Lynn W.

Yelp
This is probably one of my favorite places to go to and is really inexpensive and the food packs a punch of flavor! The decor is very modern and cute and is really welcoming, the lady in the front was so kind and since it was my first time in she allowed me to use my Debit card even under $10. The only downside is I didn't know of it sooner!!! I didn't even realize it was a Vietnamese Resturant until I looked up places up on yelp, and the hours are a little odd they close up at 3 Pm and Open back up at 5 Pm. Definitely Try the Pork Belly Rice Rolls the sauce they come with is Devine! The Mushroom Pho is really good as well especially for the price.
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Kevin R.

Yelp
A great and much needed addition to the neighborhood. Super friendly service, BYO, and decent prices, also the food is very good and served fresh. I love the small plate idea with Vietnamese food, surprised no one thought of it sooner. I'm happy to see low carb options like lettuce bowls instead of vermicelli. The vide inside is casual and is meant to feel like a street side restaurant in Vietnam complete with small chairs and simple but practical condiments on the table. Perfect for a light lunch that won't weigh you down or give you that MSG feeling since they don't use any.
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Rose F.

Yelp
If you are looking for clean, tasty, healthy food please try street side. Amazing clean pho and vermicelli!
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Vanessa S.

Yelp
Within walking distance, there's atleast 3 pho places within walking distance from my apartment and I think out of all of them, Streetside takes the cake as my top spot. Service is always prompt and efficient and the ambiance is very creative. The best part about the pho is the broth; it's rich tasting, yet light and not overly salty. The broth to noodles ratio is also right on point. Another favorite item of mine I like to get for a starter are the steamed dumplings. They're small in size, but just the right amount of food for a starter without spoiling your appetite. Also if you're into coffee, the Vietnamese coffee is out of this world! I go out of my way just to order it from here. That's definitely worth the stop in here alone.
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Hungry D.

Yelp
Been there twice. Love their dumplings, rolls (fresh and fried), pho, and noodle dishes. Veggie and with meat or shrimp. Great Vietnamese coffee! Pleasant staff. Quiet. Affordable.
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Dave C.

Yelp
It's been six months since I reviewed Street Side and I still love it. I'm obviously a regular there which says a lot about the food. I can sit down and eat quickly, eat slow or take it to go. Service is always top notch even when they're busy, especially considering it's not exactly the Four Seasons, which makes me love it even more. I've since tried the vermicelli, banh mi and pho. I love all of it but the banh mi is my favorite. The bread is always crispy (I think they said they buy it fresh from a bakery every morning, can't recall which one) and the meat is delicious. That being said, the beef and chicken are probably my two favorite banh mi's.
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Crumb H.

Yelp
Love this spot dearly - awesome Lemongrass chicken hoagie that always lasts me two-ish meals. Great vermicelli bowls, banh mi fries and Pho. Dude at the window forgets my sriracha and hoisin every time so ask for some at the window before you leave. The girls never have - they always nail it. Thank you Streetside for all you do.
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Maria V.

Yelp
I've been ordering take out quite often. The pho is great and affordable. I've also tried the Bahn mi and rolls. Love it all.
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L C.

Yelp
Their restaurant is tiny but their food is delicious. Pho portion sizes are a tad smaller than most authentic pho places, but I am a big fan of their chicken banh mi. Their crispy parcels (spring rolls) are super addicting too, but I would skip their mocktails.
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Jenny K.

Yelp
came on a weeknight with my boyfriend for some pho and had a pleasant time! there was no one else dining in but a lot of people came through to pick up their orders. we started with the summer rolls and dumplings which were OK. i think the summer roll's pork belly could use more flavor and i wasn't the biggest fan of the texture. the dumplings were steamed but had good flavors. the pho was OK. the broth could be better; more meat for sure. but for the price it was decent. i think if you're in the area and you're looking for some casual pho this is the place
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Yayi Z.

Yelp
I love Street Side. The menu is created almost like a tapas place where you can order a bunch of different items and share or you can order something like Pho to enjoy individually. In an environment where almost everyone has a TV, the homey feel here allows for more camaraderie and conversation without the distraction. Perfect for a casual date place! One of the best things is that it's BYOB and across the street from a wine and spirits store. I always order the grandma's pork and chive dumplings because they hand make everything and it reminds me of my childhood when my mom and grandma would make me dumplings. No MSG so everything tastes home made. One of my favorite places in the area. You won't go wrong.

Sandra S.

Yelp
I REALLY wanted to love this place. The inside is so cute and really feels like a family restaurant with adorable photos and string lights and the girl at the counter was super helpful and friendly. I got take out combination pho and the "pork belly" vermicelli bowl. The food was just very bad quality and I couldn't ignore that regardless of how inexpensive the food was (7.50 and 6 dollars for each item respectively). Why pay for bad food when you could spend $6 more dollars and have a great meal somewhere else? I'll start by saying the pho broth was the best part of the meal but the meat may have been the worst I've had in pho - simply inedible and we just fed it to our dog. We couldn't even figure out what cut of meat or animal it was supposed to be! (Tasted like ham but was supposed to be a beef combo? Weird) The pork belly bowl was also just sad and disappointing... not the kind of pork belly I'm used to. I was expecting juicy, tender cuts of pork but instead I got dry gray meat that looks like it's used in their banh mi that had no flavor or seasoning whatsoever. If they just improved the quality of some ingredients to match the wonderful aesthetic they've got going on inside, this could have been my new favorite place. The meat was just so bad and there's no way I could see myself ordering from here again with Chinatown so close by.
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Yvonne M.

Yelp
We came here while visiting in Paso Robles for a casual dinner. Our server Andy, was so delightful. We came back the next night with friends for dessert. They say the third time is the charm but I beg to differ. We came to enjoy a wonderful Christmas parade to top off a fabulous day of wine tasting. Contrary to our previous experiences, the hostess was sour and the service left much to be desired. I understand being busy but when the hostess has an unfriendly presence - beware. The food was good. Desert was amazing but we will likely not return unless we are in Andy's section. We sat street side. Literally. To watch the parade. Our food arrived with no utensils nor napkins. Lol. Oh well. Like I said the food was really good. Try the berry cobbler.

Gabby N.

Yelp
The food is pretty good, but the guy answering the phone sucks. He hates his job no doubt. He's not friendly and has gotten my order wrong a couple times now.
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Tina S.

Yelp
We stopped in here on Sunday for lunch about an hour before they closed to check it out. It is very quaint and comfortable and has only about 10 tables. The lady serving us was very nice and prompt in taking our order. We ordered pork dumplings, boyfriend got a pork belly bahn mi and I got the vermicelli bowl with lemongrass chicken. The dumplings were very good- loved the sauce and the dough. The vermicelli bowl was good for the price. It was very fresh and had a lot of chicken in it. The bahn mi however could have used more meat. But for the price it is understandable. It eas a good lunch for under $20. I would definitely return!
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Emily J.

Yelp
I've been living in this area for a couple of months and this is my favorite place to grab a quick bite. The food is very affordable, since you can get a bahn mi for $5.50, but that sandwich is also large and delicious. The pho is good, dumplings good, vermicelli good, all good! The only thing I'm not a fan of is the paper wraps, I don't like the texture much but I think that's a personal preference of mine. The only reason I'm giving it four instead of five is because sometimes the food takes a while, even if there's no crowd. Definitely go though, they're fantastic! Also, $10 credit card minimum, plan accordingly
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Mike C.

Yelp
The food was absolutely fantastic. Outstanding service outstanding quality Beautiful staff Highly recommend, will come again This place is definitely traditional Vietnamese food

Nate P.

Yelp
Great as usual. Their Bahn mi is fantastic. The fries are great too. Service was quick and friendly. They have a pickup window to make it easy to get your food safely.
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Dandelion F.

Yelp
I had high expectations based on how many positive reviews there were but if you are someone who has had Vietnamese food in various parts of philly or even just Chinatown it's very easy to have bias and realize that while it wasn't pricey food there are other places that give better value for similar cost. Overall veggies provided (bean sprouts and in the banh mi) could have been fresher as it felt soggy and lacking in flavor. For the chicken pho the chicken was oddly cut but overall I wish they just provided more protein in the soup. For the banh mi it was a very thick bread and as a result it made the contents feel dry and minimal. Maybe if they hollowed out the bread or added more filling it would have been more satisfying. On the positive side the server was really nice and the place was very comfortable and cute so if you are going to order here it's nicer to sit in.
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Brendan S.

Yelp
Quaint and cute pho place in fishtown. Probably sits 10-15 people. It's BYOB and there's a liquor store right across the street. The staff is incredibly nice and attentive. Not a large menu, but everything is done well. We usually get the spring rolls and combo pho. Great value for portions and price. Definitely our go to spot for pho in the area
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Andrea G.

Yelp
Super cute little spot. It's not the best pho I have ever tasted. But it's pretty damn good. And you can't beat the price. Probably the best price for pho I ever seen. Great for take out too.