One of the Best Pho Spots in All of New York

La Dong 📍 11 E 17th St, New York, NY 10003 🌆 🍔This Vietnamese restaurant is super popular in New York. It’s always packed, with a long waiting list! 🌟 I was torn between this place and Pranakhon, so I asked a local friend for advice. They recommended La Dong, and boy, was it worth it! (It’s really, really delicious!!!) 🍖 The roasted duck is the star of the show. The skin is just a bit crispy, and the Vietnamese tamarind sauce is perfectly balanced between sweet and tangy. (The duck is deboned, which is a nice touch.) When you pair it with the steamed yu choy (Chinese broccoli) on the side, it helps cut through the richness. It’s truly delicious, and the portion is huge! 🍖 🌅 I’ve seen reviews calling it “one of the best Pho spots in New York.” The broth is light and fragrant, with a natural beef flavor from slow-cooked bones. The brisket and raw chuck eye slices are generous in portion (this place really knows how to serve food!) The dish comes with pickled garlic and bird’s eye chilies (be warned, they’re super spicy—just use them to add a bit of heat). The broth becomes even more intense with these additions. 🍜 🍔 The soft-shell crab and mango salad is a perfect balance of sour, salty, umami, and a touch of sweetness. It’s a great palate cleanser. 🍍 #NewYork #NewYorkFood #NewYorkVietnamese Cuisine 🍜