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Hours
Sun
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM5:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Mon
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM5:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Wed
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM5:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Thu
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM5:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Fri
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM5:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Sat
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM5:30 PM - 9:30 PM
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4.5
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CUISINES
Seafood, Asian, Vietnamese, Soups
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten free options
Meals
Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Drinks
features
Can a vegetarian person get a good meal at this restaurant?
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About
Chef Ly Nguyen brings her elevated take on Vietnamese comfort food to picturesque DUMBO at Em Vietnamese Bistro. A passion project three years in the making, Em Vietnamese Bistro features Chef Ly's soul warming noodle soups all day. For Dinner, highlights include a dinner tapas menu with vibrant Saigon style seafood dishes inspired by the decade Chef Ly spent living in bustling Saigon and her upbringing in idyllic Central Vietnam.
CUISINES
Seafood, Asian, Vietnamese, Soups
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten free options
Meals
Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Drinks
FEATURES
Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Digital Payments, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Family style, Non-smoking restaurants, Gift Cards Available
Top 3 reasons to eat here
Sponsored by: Em Vietnamese Bistro
1. Vietnamese Classics
Critically acclaimed noodle soups from the original Em team
2. Delicious Cocktails
Cocktail menu designed by the world renown Takuma Watanabe
3. Vietnamese Seafood
One of the few Viet restaurants in NYC serving Saigon style seafood
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4.5
30 reviews
Excellent
25
Very good
1
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Kate B
New York City12 contributions
Jan 2024 • business
This is absolutely one of my favorite Vietnamese restaurants. I love every this year, but I came tonight for the butter clans. The sauce they come drenched in is the collectible, buttery, fish sauce, and sweetness ask for extra Vietnamese French bread to stop up the broth. The Vietnamese iced coffee is perfect. This is my neighborhood spot. I will be back I always come back. Thank you Jimmy for making it extra perfect
Written January 25, 2024
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Cindy S
4 contributions
Favorite Review
Jan 2024 • friends
Came here on a double date and we ended up having a great time! The restaurant was also aesthetic inside too.
Everything we ordered was delicious (spring rolls, wings, pork salad, beef pho, & coconut mussels).
Our waitress Olivia was super nice, food came out quick, and the prices were reasonable. Would definitely come again!
Written January 24, 2024
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Orlando S
3 contributions
Apr 2024 • couples
This place was such a pleasant surprise. The food was amazing. We started off with the chicken wings (so good), then got the butter clams and the beef stew. Both were delicious. The service was also great. Kay was very nice and very helpful when asked for her recommendations of the menu.
Written April 19, 2024
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SJO
New York City82 contributions
Oct 2023 • family
Weird vibe. We were asked if we had any questions before we looked at the menu, which was strange. 2 of the 3 waitstaff (a young woman and a bearded hipster) were delightful. The third (black tee, backwards baseball cap) was a total piece of… work. Arrogant, rude, talking over us, not listening, forgetting to give us wet wipes for our wings and literally throwing them onto the table as he walked away. Another server, noticing the glance my wife shared with me explained “they’re wet wipes to clean up after your wings” to which I replied “I know what they are, I just didn’t expect them to be thrown at me”. The food was good, the servings a little smaller than before. With tip, barely enough food for over $200 for three people (1 shared appetizer and 4 entrees, 1 beer, 1 soda). This used to be one of our favourite Dumbo lunch spots. After today, we probably won’t go back.
Oh yeah. If you’re gonna have section asking what the occasion is (it was a birthday lunch), at least acknowledge it!
Written October 8, 2023
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Alberto C
Milan80 contributions
Aug 2022 • none
The place is located in Dumbo but with no view on the skyline.
The restaurant is quite poor and they close at 9pm (although we had a reservation confirmed for 8.45pm).
The food is typical and authentic but the crab was TOO SPICY: we got disease for two days.
The service was as flat the cocktails.
Overall we think we speeded too much for this dinner.
Written August 24, 2022
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Biata K
1 contribution
Oct 2022 • friends
Wow! Delicious food each time. I’ve been here many many times. Solo and with friends. I keep coming back and keep trying new things and never disappoints . Highly recommend coming here. Everything on the menu is fantastic and the cocktails are so well balanced I heard is was curated by a special bartender. I’m Obsessed with their version of a espresso martini. You will always have a great meal coming here. I love how the chef also add new dishes to the menu I’m never bored here. I think it’s the best kept secret in Dumbo. Authentic delicious food without tourists. Must check out. You won’t be disappointed.
Written October 1, 2022
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Suzie M
London294 contributions
May 2022 • none
Charming little place in this attractive and o so fashionable area. Lychee and watermelon martinis paved the way for crisp spring rolls, spicy soft shell crab, and deep and soothing Phos. Earnest and attentive service.
Written May 18, 2022
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Buusey
3 contributions
Jan 2024 • solo
Stumbled upon this modern Vietnamese restaurant in Dumbo and was treated to a fantastic meal and great service by Cynthia! Ordered the wings, hot and perfectly portioned. Also ordered the pho which had a great broth, which was exactly what I needed this winter! Recommended!
Written January 25, 2024
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Ruby D
5 contributions
Mar 2024 • solo
Em never fails to amaze me with their delicious food and drinks!!! Food comes in a timely manner and the atmosphere is clean, cozy and comfortable. Staff is friendly and Kay provides impeccable service!!!! Definitely give this place a try.
Written March 7, 2024
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Tony D
1 contribution
Jan 2024 • friends
Em Vietnamese Bistro offers an exquisite Vietnamese dining experience with impeccable service. Kenny was very attentive. He was so welcoming the moment we walked into the restaurant. Food was delicious. Em Vietnamese Bustro is a must-visit!
Written January 27, 2024
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John B
4 contributions
Sep 2021 • none
Went here for an early dinner last night. Don’t drive here. Parking is terrible.
Seated promptly. Needed proof of vaccination.
No liquor license yet
We shared some wings (excellent) and some summer rolls (not memorable).
Two of us had the Pho Bo which was totally average. I’ve had way better. Broth was not very flavor-able.
My wife had the shrimp skewers which she said were good.
I had the Vietnamese Limeade which tasted like club soda with a lime in it. ??
Totally average.
Written September 19, 2021
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Lukas R
3 contributions
Dec 2024 • family
The ambient is incredible and the options available for dining were impressive. My experience was very pleasant and I would definitely visit again.
Written December 29, 2024
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Ashley R
1 contribution
Apr 2024 • friends
Great food and drinks! Vegetarian and vegan friendly as well!! Kay was amazing as well and gave us great recommendations!
Written April 21, 2024
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a l
2 contributions
Apr 2024 • friends
Great place for kids. Plenty of space and High chairs. Also they provide plastic cups and silverware! My son loves the noodles
Written April 19, 2024
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juanita l
6 contributions
Mar 2024 • family
This restaurant has been the most cleanest , respectful and tastiest I’ve had in a while. Service was on point. Drinks are to die for ! Food will make you MELT. i recommend the pork chops. Will be returning.
Written April 3, 2024
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