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Terrible service and mediocre food. Took 40 minutes before we even saw our server and another 30 after that to get our drinks.
Be the first to ReplyThis Vietnamese place caught my eye because it does not
This Vietnamese place caught my eye because it does not have the usual pho, banh mi, bun bo hue combo you commonly see in Vietnamese restaurants in NYC. This place had dishes I never heard of so I had to give it a try.Maybe the type of post colonial Vietnamese taste wasn't for me, but none of the dishes hit for me. We had the banh mi open faced vietnamese sandwich, but it tasted like a regular cheeseburger. Is it supposed to taste more American than a Banh mi???next we had the banh xeo which is more common, but personally the crust was too thin and soggy. the proscuitto didn't taste that fresh, and the combination of texture and taste did not match. then we had the unshaken beef. the steak was a bit hard to chew and the portions were small but the taro potatoes tasted like it sounds. unimpressed with the dish.my favorite had to be the pandan honeycomb cake. it was a different texture than normal cake and was more chewy, but the flavor paired with the jam and butter was perfect. the cake melted in my mouth with different layers of flavors. it was not too sweet.overall, this place is ok. wouldn't return
Be the first to ReplyClassic example of a restaurant that values ambience over
Classic example of a restaurant that values ambience over food. Just to preface, I am someone who thinks food should always comes first - the ambience can only make the food (psychologically) taste so much better.AMBIENCE: I was pleasantly surprised when I walked into the restaurant. Immediately I was greeted with an open bar layout, one that completely exposed the kitchen. It's always cool to see the chefs prepare your dishes - throughout the night, flames sporadically shot up from their woks and turned everyone's heads. The dim setting, modern architecture, and calming music only added to the experience. Cute lil date spot.FOOD: Yikes. Maybe it's just that I have high expectations for Viet food because I'm from San Jose, but the server bringing fish sauce to the table with my pho foreshadowed my disappointment (there should never be a need to add extra). The vegetable condiments were sparse, the beef lacked variety, and the broth was nothing special. In pictures, the portions looked a lot bigger than what actually came out.To be fair, I only ordered one thing at the restaurant, so Bolero might have had an off day. But I think pho is essential to get right for any Viet restaurant (especially if it's the first thing listed in the Large Dishes menu section), so I probably won't be coming back :(
Be the first to ReplyIt was a decent place that was kind of tucked away.
When you enter, you go through some curtains and the interior is pretty nice and minimalistic. I thought the drinks were fairly good but I didn't get a lot of pandan flavor from the rum and cuke. The meyers are burning really reminded me of a spicy margarita which is great for me but it did take quite a while for it to come out. The pho was pretty good but I was pretty taken aback that there weren't things like hoisin sauce or sriracha to add to it-they only provided fish oil which I had not used before. So for not adding any condiments to the broth, it was fairly good. Would come back. The pho-back shot was interesting...we had it with rice whiskey? The broth itself seemed pretty salty but it was an interesting shot for sure!
Be the first to Replynot like the traditional vietnamese food I grew up with but
not like the traditional vietnamese food I grew up with but that didn't stop it from tasting GOOD. the pho broth was so sweet.
Be the first to ReplyFor atmosphere and service, I give this place a 5.
A great place to wind down on your own or catch up with friends, with fancy but unpretentious food. The menu is clearly labeled with vegan, vegetarian, and gluten free items, and everything on the menu is a perfect balance of homey and sophisticated. I started with the mushroom tamale ($6), which tbh was a bit small and underwhelming. The inside dough, which did not feel corn based like a normal tamale (an Asian twist, made with a much finer flour, not sure exactly what) was a bit monotonous, though the mushrooms in it were super mushroom-y and pretty good. The sauce is really what saved it- a savory sweet sauce that was enjoyed by 2/3 people in the group (myself included). The banh mi appetizer was a bit of a miss for my two friends, who said the pate meat thing was a bit too spongy for their taste. The spicy mayo is what saved it, but otherwise would not order again. The fried chicken wings were a hit though, spiced with a little lemongrass +Cajun for a unique Vietnamese twist. I got the mushroom curry, which was super savory (unlike Japanese curries which are sweeter). There was a generous amount of taro and seared mushrooms, which all were delicious and a great textural addition to the creamy curry as well. The rice grain is a lot smaller than I'm used to, but was amazing as it was. The dish does have a lot of cilantro, so haters beware. :) We also got the wagyu pho, which was thoroughly enjoyed and completely finished, broth and all. Would come back again if I was in the area with Omni friends, and would love to see more vegan options! (There is one other noodle soup that's vegan).
Be the first to ReplyThe food the ambiance ( don't love the music :/ it's not
The food the ambiance ( don't love the music :/ it's not elevated enough) but the food is out of this world . As someone who loves Vietnamese food and my other favorite is di an di in Greenpoint -- this Bolero is doing such wonderful and unique things - so delicate and rich and grassy and elevated . We had a yellow curry and a tamale that were beyond super!!! Service was also good and the kitchen staff were very kind and engaging to watch ! 5 stars o
Be the first to ReplyOne of the best restaurants in NYC, definitely in
One of the best restaurants in NYC, definitely in Williamsburg. The chef/founder has combined his family legacy and professional training and added a twist of creativity and inspiration to make a gift on Beford Ave. Between the incredible food, the tasty cocktails, and impeccable service, this is possibly one of the best dining experiences you can have in the city. A seasonal menu, I appreciate that every season there are different dishes. Some highlights include the spring roll, mushroom arancini, papaya salad, clams with lemongrass, whole fried SEABASS!, and porkbelly. There are unique flavors in every dish. We were a group of 12 people, and did a 4 course meal. We had a leisurely time, were never rushed, and are still talking about the experience. We loved the fall dessert, and they even had a candle and for a birthday for our friend.Every aspect of the restaurant has nice details - between the design, the lighting, the tea garden, and even the server's attention to detail - this is a culinary experience not to miss.
Be the first to ReplyNot even tasting a glimpse of Vietnamese food.
It just angered me that they called this garbage Bahmi and Banh Xeo. Everything was overly salty and bad
Be the first to ReplyFantastic, inventive, and fresh Vietnamese food.
Great service and cool atmosphere too. We came for brunch and loved it-- don't miss the papaya salad (delicious!). My wife is a cat and loved the shrimp tamale.
Be the first to ReplyBest of the best Vietnamese restaurants in New York!The
Best of the best Vietnamese restaurants in New York!The mushroom soup with rice noodles is the utmost delicatessen! Yummy!The pork collar was okay, but the sauce in it is delicious.The sesame rice cracker is free and one of the best appetizers!Just tell the server that you want a kids cracker, and there it is!Love everything here.
Be the first to ReplyThis review is for dinner.
Sigh, it pains me to give this review because I REALLY wanted to like this place. I feel like there's so much potential, but the food just really missed the mark for me and sadly I probably will not be back. Ambiance / Service: cute and casual. The backyard area is quite lovely when the weather is nice. At one point we were one of two other tables eating (at 8pm on a Saturday) and the restaurant stopped playing music for a long time, so that kind of through the ambiance off. Service was good. The only small negative was that we had an outdoor reservation and halfway through eating we had to move inside because there was a private party that rented the entire section. It was a bit disruptive to our dinner. Food: and this is where the main disappointment lands. Most of the dishes were just off. There are a lot of solid reviews, so perhaps it was an off night. We did family style and ordered the below for two people:-Fried Shrimp Toasts: this was probably the best thing we had. Comes with two small halves. Flavorful and great texture. -Open Faced Vietnamese Sandwich: I don't usually like pate, but was curious about this. I actually enjoyed.-Papaya Salad: I didn't enjoy. I appreciate a different take on this dish, but honestly just longed for the traditional papaya salad. It tasted like a zoodle dish with pesto sauce. -Vietnamese Crepe: this was just ok for me. I think it's just a personal preference though because the shrimp paste had almost a sweet taste to it that I'm not sure I enjoyed. -Littleneck Clams: underwhelming. -Fried Crab Parcels: I did not like this. Perhaps there was something off this night because it had a very odd and off putting taste. They were very soggy and overall did not taste good. -Vermicelli Bowl: this has potential, but I was very underwhelmed. For almost $30 I expected more. It needed more sauce and pickled veggies. The only pickled veggies it comes with are the tiny slivers in the sauce. It made me long for just the traditional vermicelli bowls.-Curry (with steak added): this was quite flavorful and hearty. We enjoyed.
Be the first to ReplyBolero is WONDERFUL.
The scallop appetizer was incredible. The mushroom lemongrass soup was beyond words. The entrees were even better. We showed up 45min before our reservation, and the staff couldn't have been more gracious. They found us a table, brought us a drink, and the chef / owner came by to say hello. It was Saturday night, and the vibe was so mellow. No pressure to eat and run. We really had a great time and can't wait to go back. A favorite, for sure!
Be the first to ReplyThe food was so memorable that I'd come back AND bring
The food was so memorable that I'd come back AND bring friends, which is saying a lot in NYC where there's good food everywhere. We got the Vietnamese crispy crepe (banh xeo) to start, spicy lemongrass mushroom noodle soup (bun Bo hue chay) and wagyu pho with meatballs as entrees, and a Vietnamese egg coffee and a rum and cuke for drinks. The shrimp paste on the crispy crepe was phenomenal, and the broth of both soups was rich and flavorful. The egg coffee was also very rich, and perfectly balanced the sweetness of the condensed milk and egg yolk with the coffee. Other things that set Bolero apart: 1) they provide herbs from their farm to put in your pho and other dishes. These herbs are FRESH and allow you to customize the flavor of your broth to your liking. 2) Elevated and modern Southeast Asian cuisine is hard: restaurants often abstract flavors like ube or pandan without understanding a country's culinary identity + people are used to getting it for cheap and hate on spots like these charging the same prices an Italian place would. It's clear the team at Bolero is deeply knowledgeable about Vietnamese cuisine and fine dining, and intentionally elevates Vietnamese cuisine!
Be the first to ReplyAn unique place with a unique menu.
Everything on the menu is slightly modified by the chef so that each item is not your typical Vietnamese food. Although it is a bit pricey, it is definitely worth the experience. I would recommend the Bahn Mi which has layers of flavors to it. Look in the picture below because the Bahn Mi isn't your normal Bahn Mi
Be the first to ReplyThe food took more than an hour to arrive after we ordered,
The food took more than an hour to arrive after we ordered, and the place was not even busy at all. Most of the time we were sitting on an empty table. Honestly don't recommend and won't come back.
Be the first to Replyvery beautiful decor.
i love open kitchens!they have a tiny backyard which is very cute.the menu is vietnamese fusion.obviously more expensive than your typical vietnamese flare.the imperial crab cakes were delicious as was the crepes.the signature pho had a very sweet interesting soup flavor profile.we enjoyed everything we ordered.
Be the first to ReplyFrom the decor to the final bit/sip, a most memorable
From the decor to the final bit/sip, a most memorable experience.Shrimp toastPork two waysScallop Soup...DeelishBeautiful open kitchen/bar counter + cozy outdoor space in the back.The location is super convenient as you'll be well-situated to enjoy the neighborhood pre or post-meal.
Be the first to ReplyThe food the food the food.
You come here for the food. That said, their drinks menu is also quite good: from the cocktails to wine to beer - the selection pairs perfectly with the food.I've been meaning to write a review for some time as my partner and I are frequent patrons and the food is consistently delicious. I've read other reviews complaints on portion size and price - but the quality of ingredients and the preparation is excellent... perhaps I'm just use to NYC fine dining prices but a restaurant that can consistently deliver is worth its weight in value.On to the food: while 99% of the items on the menu are excellent, our favorites are as follows (note: there are seasonal changes to the menu):- First course / appetizer: shrimp toast is a must. The rice tamales are small but incredible. And lastly, the scallop crudo - a favorite of mine though my partner isn't as in love as the prior two items.- Second course: the clams here are incredibly flavorful. The snow peas are great as are the pea shoots - the availability depends on the season.- Main: you can't go wrong with the pork two ways.The only point of critique is service hasn't always been that consistent. We come there 2-3x/month and it was hit or miss in the beginning, perhaps it was COVID? The team should also consider how to encourage "regulars" - for example, Madre's in Greenpoint usually comp a drink or dessert to thank patrons that come back again and again. I do think they've largely worked that out as of late - and servers Cole, Jack and the lovely bartender (who's name escapes me) have always provided wonderful service.
Be the first to ReplyAesthetic restaraunt to match the gentrified neighborhood.
The portions are super small but expensive. The menu options were limited as well. The shrimp toast was good, with the right texture and crunch to it. However there was sadly only two pieces. I know it's an appetizer so it's not supposed to be as big as the entree but two pieces still look pretty sad. They should at least make it cheaper. I also got the rice (tamale- like) item that was wrapped in banana leaf. It was super runny and soft, unlike the glutinous rice in banana leaf chinese equivalent. Thin item isn't filling compared to glutinous rice where it makes you bloated. I tried to unlock the yelp offer but the staff wasn't aware of it. I was told to come back again and ask for the supervisor or manager next time to redeem it. But, from the food I got, I probably won't be returning just to get the intriguing hand sanitizer offer. Staff was super friendly but the other areas are lacking
Be the first to ReplyI will be forever obsessed with Bolero's dining room
I will be forever obsessed with Bolero's dining room aesthetics but not so much the grub. I had ordered the Saigon Beef Pho, Spicy Lemongrass Mushroom Noodle Soup, Vietnamese Rice Tamale Wrapped in Banana Leaf, and Fried Shrimp Toast Points to go so I could eat in the car, but the noodles were under cooked. My fiancรฉ and I tried to soften the noodles by letting them sit in the broth for longer before digging in but that barely helped. Another disappointing aspect was how little noodles there were - not really worth it for the price but maybe there's more noodles for dining in. Saigon Beef Pho - compared to the more traditional bowl of pho from other Vietnamese restaurants, this one was not as rich in flavor. Though, the whole menu takes on a more modern approach to Vietnamese cuisine. Spicy Lemongrass Mushroom Noodle Soup - got a spicy kick and lots of spices! I liked the fried tofu and tofu skin toppings. The mushrooms were okVietnamese Rice Tamale Wrapped in Banana Leaf - i was a bit taken aback by how runny and soft the tamale was; very different from Mexican/ Chinese tamalesThe lunch menu is not as expansive as the dinner menu, so I'd recommend going during dinner time for more options to choose from. There was also just one waitress doing everything besides cooking when I popped by on a Saturday afternoon, but she did a wonderful job serving me, so props to her. Loved the open kitchen concept!
Be the first to ReplyI live in the neighborhood and always walk by, but have
I live in the neighborhood and always walk by, but have never tried Bolero. So glad I finally did tonight! We started with bahn nam chay (rice tamale in banana leaf) and xiu mai (pork ragu meatballs), which were delightful and brought out to us by chef Matt himself. These were followed by two large dishes - kabocha squash curry and spicy lemongrass mushroom soup, both of which did not disappoint. The broth of the soup was so rich and flavorful and the curry was likewise delicious and full of umami. Would definitely recommend and plan to return!
Be the first to Reply"Deep Dive into Vietnam" - that's indeed what white people
"Deep Dive into Vietnam" - that's indeed what white people did when they colonized Vietnam and Bolero is their story. Each dish had some root in Vietnamese cuisine but was adulterated to be disappointingly Eurocentric and missing the flavor and culture of Vietnamese food. Take their pho. Pho is a quintessential Vietnamese dish, and Bolero's has about 5 teaspoons of broth and what little there was lacked the characteristic aroma of star anise and cardamom. It raises the existential question: is it pho or Progresso? Just like Panda Express for Chinese food, it's enjoyable if you're trying to eat American food. Oh and I guess it's cute. So I'll give it 2 stars.
Be the first to ReplyMade it to Bolero for modern Vietnamese cuisine!The
Made it to Bolero for modern Vietnamese cuisine!The cocktails are decent (our favorite was the pomegranate tequila of course), we got the banh xeo but it was overly fried in terms of the egg crepe component. The pho was good, but not worth the $22 price tag. And the pork two ways was a complete disappointment. Overall would rate it a 3.6/5, and won't be on my repeat list.
Be the first to ReplyThis place is dope every dish is a hit.
This place should be packed every night, but it's somehow not. The modern Vietnamese flavors are fire, truly pushing the boundaries of Vietnamese food in the US.
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