Nola Bistro - Lansing

I have mixed feelings about my visit. it was my first time I had pho. I had expected it to have deep, rich taste and not. it was almost as if swanson had bark meat with other things in it. I have the meatballpho and the meat had a very strange texture. the server was polite, but it was also a little before closing (about an hour or so) and she had a lot to clean in the dining room. the phone rings constantly from the hook and I felt bad for them. we wanted to try the beignets, but didn't want to give her any more so we didn't. I finished taking the rest after home and put bark base in it to deepen the taste. I am not sure if my expectations were only different from what we have, or whether it is as it is accepted. that is the reason for mixed feelings. my daughter hähnchenpho was better spiced. our appetizers (pumps, egg rolls and spring rolls) were all delicious. I was really disappointed that they didn't have a chewing gum, but maybe that's what pulls me back.

Great experience. we let our waitress know that I visited the first time. she explained some of the house loved ones and gave us a lot of time to make our decisions. it also offers to keep us on one of the menus while we ate, so we can explore more possibilities for future visits. can't wait to come back.

Been here multiple times, and it never disappoints. It’s an odd combination to marry Nola with Vietnamese, but they’re excellent in both realms. Surprisingly, it always seems fairly empty when we go; so it’s an enjoyable, relaxed atmosphere, but it certainly deserves more patronage.

I’m visiting from Los Angeles, and was happy to find this place! I’m Vietnamese and grew up eating my grandma’s pho. Got a bowl of pho here and it had full-bodied flavor and was authentic. Also had the gumbo which had a lot of flavor. Both were nicely sized portions.

First time trying. The food was incredible and fresh. Service was quick and our waitress was amazing. We will be returning. If you have never tried before you will be left speechless from stuffing your face.