Reviews for My Lai in Los Angeles, CA
I really like this spot. It's a quick, easy, build a bowl type of place. Every time I've been in, they always have a line, plus... nonstop Togo orders! Even so, service is always quick and efficient. I also like going here because the bowls are really largeand I can save mine over two meals ???? I got my order Togo but they have both a small indoor and cute outdoor seatingarea. Also, as a note to customers: please be respectful! I know it's hard to control yourself, but please do not stick yourhand over the glass at service counters. I used to work at a similar style place, and this is a rude and unsanitary thing peopledo. Maybe you don't even notice, but if you go into a restaurant that has a glass counter, please try to control yourself fromreaching over. Thanks! Read more
The whole build-your-own bowl rocks here because you can do a) half and half garlic rice and vermicelli noodles; b) half and... half protein choices like the made-fresh crispy tofu and a meat choice; c) the crazy array of veg toppings, herbs,seeds/nuts/crunchies and the d) choice of 2 dressings. Their iced Vietnamese coffee did not disappoint as I typically ask for areduced condensed milk quantity. So good. Wish this was available in Northern California. Read more
So happy this place exists! Delicious and huge portions. I ordered a build your own salad grilled pork bowl (no noods or rice)... with a bunch of pickled veggies and crunchies on top. They did not skimp on the tasty grilled pork and I could barely finisheverything. What a gem. We now have a really, really good Vietnamese rice bowl shop in MV. Read more
Casual ?build your own bowl? Vietnamese spot. Came here with a friend and we both were very excited to try some fresh eats. I... opted for a bowl with crispy tofu, garlic rice, a generous amount of veggies (definitely get the pickled cucumber and the friedonions & garlic), as well as the fish sauce and cilantro ginger sauce. My friend opted for the banh mi with pork, and also anegg roll on the side. My tofu came out fresh and there was enough food that I had leftovers for lunch the next day. Meteredstreet parking is available, and it was easy to find a spot on a weeknight. There is free street parking further down the roadby the school, if you?re looking to get some steps in. Indoor high top seating is available, though most people seemed to optfor takeout. Credit cards are accepted. The concept is similar to a Chipotle or Cava, and there are vegan options available (notpart of the elite perk). The staff were all super friendly and efficient. Read more
My Lai is located right on Venice Blvd. They don?t have a lot, so you will have to look for street parking. Luckily, I managed... to snag a spot right up front! They have signature specialty bowls or Banh mi and also offer the option to Build your ownbowl/Banh mi. I wanted to build a bowl, so I got right to it. I filled it with garlic rice, vermicelli, chicken, veggies and myserver was nice enough to give me 3 signature sauces to try! He had recommended the cilantro ginger (which ended up being myfavorite!), miso sesame (second favorite), and the My Lai Sauce (traditional Vietnamese sauce, which was still very good). Thegarlic rice was super tasty, I loved the chicken, and it was such a delicious bowl. I didn?t think I?d be able to finish, butbecause it was so tasty, I just couldn?t stop eating! Will come back to try their Banh mi next time I?m in the area! Read more
Fresh, delicious. Loved the tofu spring rolls will definitely be back for more of those. We ordered the chicken and pork bowl... pretty decent. Service was pretty awful, and our server wasn't very friendly but it's fast food so can't expect too much. Read more
I found a new favorite spot!!!! Make your own salad at a very great price. Super healthy, colorful and tasty. The girls were... very friendly and helpful with the selections. I?m obsessed. Go check them out you?ll be coming back. They also have veganoptions Read more
This place is unbelievable. I?ve been in 48 states and search for Thai/Vietnamese food everywhere I go. It?s the perfect balance... between flavorful and healthy. The pork Banh Mi was amongst the best I?ve ever had. No matter your pallet, the build your ownbowl will suffice. Don?t think twice about coming here, I will visit every time I?m in LA Read more