Bao 111

Nice atmosphere, comfy pillows and nice lighting. The food a bit on the salty side but is fixable with a nice bowl of white rice. Vietmanese food with a little twist. A little pricey but still worth a try. Only dissappointment is that they serve wine but no wine glasses?! big minus there, but the chef gave us 2 free deserts so i fogot about the glasses after that. Must try the ice cream, but warning!! STAY AWAY from the JASMINE ice cream! all the others are good though. more

Hands down, a great place start to finish for the stylin'&hip-foodie types. The friendly and attentive staff compliment the relaxed/intimate decor beautifully (a great date place). The food....w-o-w. The appetizers and the desserts (we had a group & I got to try them all!) are the high points. Asian inspired ice creams (jasmine, green tea, black sesame, etc) are REALLY refreshing and other desserts equally delectable. Entrees lean towards traditional & succulent Viet-fare-with-a-flair and are wonderfully executed. Take all your friends...they'll be impressed. Pros: Ice Cream, Remote neighborhood Cons: Bad Parking more

Please go and check out this out of the way fusion Vietnamese in East Village. Great food with both traditional and inventive takes on Vientnamese cuisine and a nice setting make it worth a trip to this Ave C standout. more

Gary, the Sunday Maitre d' is as entertaining as any I have every come across, period end of discussion. I had a 2nd date here and it could not have been better although the jasmine ice cream is a touch overpowering. I generally drink only cold sake but hot clementine infused sake is a must (especially on cold Winter days). Order freely but ask as to all ingredients as some may be left out (cilantro was everywhere and my date can't tolerate it - I love it though!). Highly recommend this spot. It will soon become a small restaurant of note especially with Chris Johnson (of Bond St. sushi and Thom @ 60 Thompson fame) behind the helm. Pros: Gary (Sunday host), Food, Elegant/simple decor Cons: Passable wine, Not truly Vietnamese, but close & good food more

Overall, it's a great place to hang out with friends. It's a very warm and inviting place. The food was superb especially the iron pot chicken! The dessert really puts a great finish to an outstanding meal. It's a great twist to SE Asian cooking! Pros: atmosphere, food, inexpensive more

Sen, the new Vietnamese restaurant on Ave. C is a 10 for food and service. The ambience is romantic and intimate and the service was professional and courteous. What's not to like. Try the ""Yam"" soup. It sounds different but was one of the tatiest dishes I have ever had! The wait staff is extra helpful with menu items (I had never eaten Vietnamese food) and the wine was fabulous. We will returning often. Pros: Great service, Tasty Food, Comfortable Cons: Hard to find, Small bar more