Binh-Le Vietnamese Restaurant
5903 E 31st St, Tulsa, OK, 74135
Binh-Le Vietnamese Restaurant Menu
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Vegetarian
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Sweet & Sour
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Shrimp
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Poultry
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Beef
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Vegetarian
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Sweet & Sour
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Shrimp
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Poultry
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Beef
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Address :
5903 E 31st St
Tulsa, OK, 74135 - Phone (918) 835-7722
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Specialities
- Takes Reservations : No
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Lunch, Dinner
Parking : Private Lot
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Casual
Noise Level : Quiet
Alcohol : Beer & Wine Only
Outdoor Seating : No
Wi-Fi : No
Has TV : No
Waiter Service : Yes
Caters : Yes
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Erin L.
How have I not reviewed this place?! This was my families first introduction to Vietnamese cuisine and boy were we spoiled. This quickly became a popular choice on our rotation of restaurants. The service is wonderful and the owners always remembered us. The food here sets the standard for Vietnamese food everywhere I go, and every time I come to Tulsa I 100% have to visit. My standards are: -Imperial Rolls (the clear wrapper, mint, and the peanut sauce is so good) -Shrimp fried rice and PINEAPPLE SAUCE! -The bung chai ya......that was my white girl way of spelling that. Basically the big bowl with everything good combined inside (noodles, beef, lettuce, and top it with a chopped up egg roll, wha!?) Also the clear sauce is seriously bangin. I am soo happy this restaurant has stood the test of time. In fact I am going home next week and this will be very high on my list of visits.
(5)Erica W.
I go here almost on a weekly basis to get my pho fix, and mostly it is to go. The portions aren't as large as other places for the price (ie, the noodles and beef are in the soup container instead of separate to add in your own bowl) but that makes it easier for me when I'm not taking it home. I was very disappointed for awhile that I didn't get the fresh cilantro, basil, mint, limes etc until I started asking for them. But the pho has a great taste. The man working there is wonderful and so nice, the lady is a bit abrasive but still very kind. Don't expect in your face, cater to your every need service. They will take care of you though.
(4)Vivi T.
Fair warning: I am Vietnamese and I was born and raised in areas of California that are notorious for their delicious Vietnamese food. In other words, my standards for Vietnamese food are very high. I realize that the Vietnamese food here in Tulsa can in no way be compared to the food that I've had before, so I will not be overly critical. I got the beef pho. There are two sizes - small and large. The small bowl cost about $4 and the large cost $9. I got the large, and once the pho was brought out, I started to wonder how teeny tiny the small actually is. The large was the smallest bowl of pho I have ever seen. It is smaller than usual child size pho bowls that I've seen before. Very overpriced (but again, I don't know how the market for Vietnamese food runs here in Oklahoma). The pho itself was interesting. The broth was decent and the noodles were good, but the meat was very odd to me. The broth was a little fatty, but it wasn't completely MSG laden and had good flavor, so I was pleased with that. The noodles were overall cooked well - some of my noodles clumped together, but that's okay. I'm used to pho coming with many different cuts of meat, but here, it was only one and I'm not sure what it was. It seemed like a chopped up beef - kind of like bulgolgi. Really odd texture to me. No tripe, tendon, meatballs, or rare meat like all of the other pho bowls that I've ever eaten. My overall impression of this place is that if I'm really craving pho for my remaining time in Tulsa, I'll be back. But, if this place were to open up near my home in California, I would not come here.
(3)Sunako N.
$9 for combination bun dish that's about a small size in typical vietnamese restaurant is not worth it. Taste better than pho in owasso but does not compare to Dallas or okc.
(3)Michael R.
Every time I am in Tulsa, I make this vietnamese restaurant a priority to visit at least once. We get the deluxe bin gao (sp.?) with extra shrimp toast. The imperial roll appetizers are a must; they come with the best peanut sauce I have ever had. So good I could eat it with a spoon if propriety didn't get in the way. The lumpia dogs are a fun novelty, but if you like peanut sauce even mildly, definitely go with the imperial rolls.
(5)Valerie Y.
This is one of my favorites. I have no idea how to pronounce or spell the menu items, but I will say that their lumpi dogs? Are amazing in a strange way. It's an egg roll hot dog. It's great. I always get the salad- it has Ramen type thin noodles, veggies, egg roll pieces, beef, and a delicious sauce. It is always quiet and never crowded.
(4)Johnny S.
Jeffery's review was spot on! I can't wait to have the "deluxe" next time as the Bun Cha Gao was awesome. We also enjoyed the spring rolls! What a pleasant surprise this hidden gem is. From the friendly fast service to the great food. Reasonable price! $10 a person. Highly recommend!!
(4)Benjamin P.
I always get the Bun Cha Gao and lumpia dogs. The salad is simple but tasty. The lumpia dogs are basically hotdog spring rolls with mt dew colored sauce. The staff are less than friendly but not mean. I tried the Beef soup recently and it was great as well. Not the most amazing dining experience ever, but good food at a decent price.
(4)Cynthia C.
This was one of the most disappointing dinners I have had in a long time. I will not be returning.
(1)Jeffrey R.
Binh Le has good Pho, while it may not win the title, best pho in Tulsa. It is very good. Just a little different; once you get in the swing of eating it, you start to crave theirs in particular. The specialty at Binh Le, would be the Deluxe Bun Cha Gao. Best in Town. The spin they put on this dish, is chopped pieces of Shrimp Potato, in addition to the standard chopped egg roll. This really is the best menu Item. Pro Tip: You can just order the "Deluxe", and they'll know what you mean. The Imperial Rolls are highly recommended as well. They're basically un-fried spring rolls, with shrimp and vermicelli, wrapped in rice paper. With peanut dipping sauce, you can't go wrong. Summation: Pho, Bun Cha Gao, Imperial rolls. You'll be happy camper with any combination of these. I wouldn't waste my time, or calorie intake with any other menu items, other than the Vietnamese Coffee(Rich, Iced Coffee). It's delicious. Don't be deterred by what some may consider a rather "sullen" demeanor with the service. I think it's worth it, and probably somewhat a cultural difference. I wouldn't suggest getting too offended. Just laugh on the inside. They really are nice folks. Just become a regular, you'll see. Final note; The soundtrack for your meal will most likely be super authentic music. Enjoy!
(4)Gerald S.
This is my favorite restaurant in the world. I eat here at least twice every time that I am in town. The service is wonderful - Binh and his wife are a delight - and the food is the best. I love the beef soup, sweet and sour chicken, lumpia dogs, and their coffee is amazing.
(5)Justine R.
This place has a amazing food and is great for vegetarians.
(5)Vivian T.
Binh Le was okay. The food was not bad, but it's not a destination stop. I came in for lunch on a Saturday, and the place was pretty empty. There were two other tables dining, and a family came in as we were leaving, so it was fairly slow. We got pho (listed on the menu as beef soup) and the special fried rice. The pho was a decent portion (we got the large, which is similar in size to the small at Pho Hoa in OKC. Our server said there was also an extra large size, which wasn't listed on the menu.) The broth was kind of lackluster; it wasn't bad, but it wasn't memorable. The noodles were a little firmer than I would have liked, but that's personal preference. It came with the standard plate of bean sprouts and herbs, and some sriracha and hoisin on the side. The special fried rice was also not particularly fantastic or terrible. It came with Vietnamese sausage, chicken, and shrimp, and generous amounts of them. There was some char on the meat, so you know it's actually fried. The sausage was the best thing about the dish - it was similar to lap cheong, but on the leaner side and still very flavorful. We were given a dish of nuoc cham for the table, and it was a good accompaniment for the fried rice. The service was good. Our water never went empty, and our menu questions were answered politely. Really, the most memorable thing about this restaurant was the music. Some Vietnamese music was playing over the sound system, and it was legit. It varied between what sounded like marching music , 80s synth pop, or a computer MIDI file, all sung in Vietnamese.
(3)Stuart K.
You pull in to Tulsa at dinnertime and want something Asian and close to the hotel. Bin Le popped up on the Garmin and was only a couple of miles from the hotel. Located in a strip mall, the restaurant is a throw back to the 50's, including many non-Chinese, Chinese items like chow mein. A large number of vegan dishes are offered. The egg rolls were incredibly oily, but had a good flavor and were piping hot. My wife had fried rice which was dry as a bone, It was pretty plain including the frozen mixed vegetables mixed in. Not good. My phu was made with a standard stock that could have been chicken or beef, and the pieces of chicken were cooked to death, and as stringy as shoe lether. Unlike every vietnamese and asian restaurant the portions are skimpy and the prices about three dollars too high. I should have known better when the opening page of this tiny menu, tells about awards received in the 60's but none late than 74. The bragging page indicates that the restaurant has had several names, and several locations. An older couple runs the restaurant and providees fairly dedcent service. The diner should not expect to engage a lot of conversation. The couple are quiet and I don't believe they can communicate.
(3)Raegen S.
i love the delux salad or whatever it is called. i also recently had the beef soup and both are amazing and keep drawing me back. i see that a lot of yelpers don't like the service, i did not have that issue but i went at lunch, solo. that being said i don't think think that the people who run it are the most outgoing people that i have run across, but they make good food and get you what you ask for. for tulsa Vietnamese this stuff is pretty good!
(4)Ellen C.
I was in town for work. Not being familiar with the area I didn't want to drive to far from my hotel, because I might get lost. If it wasn't for YELP, I wouldn't have any clue to what types of food was in the area besides, fast food & pricy hotel foods. I enjoy vietnamese food so I wanted to try this restaurant due to the convenience of the location between work & the hotel. =) When I arrived there there was only one couple there and myself. Not knowing what to order, had to take a quick glance at yelp pics to see what most people ordered. I was surprised with my order. Being from the bay area your use to seeing a lot of green, (veggies) If you'd like to see pics i'd posted a few of my order. Taste was um...ok no rich flavors, I think it could have been better. It wasn't a wow effect or anything. It did get the job done. Tummy is full. I did't go back for a second try. I think I had hotel food & mexican food which was more flavorful. As for customer service there isn't any in this establishment.
(2)Beau R.
This is slowly becoming my favorite food in town. Another awesome experience and another fantastic meal. The food is always good here. I had the Cashew Chicken and a small cup of their Vietnamese Soup and it was fantastic. The Deluxe could possibly be the best dish in town.
(4)Joe N.
I went for lunch on a weekday. I am not sure if the lunch menu is different, but we didn't see any pho listed. Nor anyone in the restaurant with a bowl. Nor any of the typical signs like condiments on the table (e.g. fish sauce, hoisin, piles of basil and bean sprouts). So at the recommendation of the Tulsa local who brought us there, I had the Deluxe ____ ___ Goi. Sorry for not writing that down and missing the full name. It was basically an Asian chop salad - a bowl of rice noodles, lettuce, carrots, cucumbers, chopped chicken, beef, egg roll, and maybe a fish cake. For just under $9. With a side of room temperature sauce that was a bit sweet and probably had a touch fish sauce and chilis in it. I hate to sound like some food snob who swoops into Tulsa from the "big city" and complains about the small town food, but this not good Vietnamese. Let alone when judged against the standards set by places with reasonably sized Vietnamese populations I have dined in recently like Los Angeles or St. Paul. About the only thing that seemed close to fresh were the egg rolls (both as an appetizer and chopped up in the 'salad'). The chicken, beef, shrimp, and fish cake could have been cooked hours or days earlier. I couldn't actually tell what cut of meat the chicken or beef was, nor discern how they had been prepared (boiled? fried?), unlike say a bowl of pho with delicious slices of brisket. Just a treasure of meat chunks on soggy noodles and lettuce. Did I just overlook the pho? Do I need to come for dinner? Note the service was efficient and the place was quiet.
(1)Sue D.
I agree with the reviewer below _Rebecca F. -- it was silent in there...maybe a bit on the scary side too :) The food was authentic Vietnamese, which was a surprise find in Tulsa! But much appreciated. I ordered the spring rolls and the peanut sauce that came with it was excellent! The egg rolls were quite tasty as well. Will definitely be back.
(4)Kimmy H.
Oh Binh-Le ... How I love you. Consistently quick and yummy. The digs aren't fancy and the owners aren't one to make a fuss but if it's good Asian food you are seeking, run quickly. That salad of egg rolls, meats, rice noodles and lettuce is the best lunch around.
(4)Grace S.
What???? Pho in Tulsa? I know, I know... I can get some of the best Pho right here in California in downtown areas (not to mention, only 5 miles from my parent's house is the biggest Vietnamese community in US). To be honest, I was waiting to dislike this Pho but I really enjoyed it. Unlike the places I'm used to, the meat in the Pho is not the thinly sliced beef nor did they add any beef balls. Nevertheless the broth was tasty.
(3)Rebecca F.
It was so......................... quiet in there! Certainly not sparing any extra fundage on ambiance, Binh Le says, "It is what it is." I ordered the egg rolls and cashew chicken (after reading about Beau R. going on and on and on about it) and I'm so glad I did! It was so delicious. The egg rolls are the perfect size and really tasty. They come with some awesome dipping sauce that was a perfect complement to the appetizer. The "sweet soy sauce" (what was that called, Jeff?) was so good- I poured it in excess over my rice and was quite pleased with the results. I will definitely go back. Soon. They had a strawberry beef on the menu that certainly piqued my interest...
(3)Candice R.
Terrible service. Really good pho but I will NEVER return. They are just rude. I pay for convinence & service. You guys do both horribly :-)
(1)Ginger A.
This is only the second Vietnamese restaurant I've tried, so I am not writing this from an expert point of view. I didn't see anything about pho on the menu, and a lot of the popular dishes at my usual Vietnamese restaurant in Springfield, MO were not present on the menu (banh mi for example). Nevertheless, the dish I ordered was wonderful. Chopped lettuce, delicious thinly sliced beef, carrots, marinated cucumber and carrots on a bed of noddles along with a sliced egg roll. The food was priced reasonably, but I was very disappointed by the Vietnamese coffee. For almost 4 bucks a pop I expected something more than a small water goblet full of ice with a tiny bit of coffee poured in. Perhaps because I'm used to ordering Vietnamese coffee that arrives at the table in a filter pot and is amazing. I would return to Binh-Le on future trips to Tulsa, however. The food was delicious and accounts for most of the 4 star rating. The dining room is clean and spacious. I found the service adequate. Not rude at all, but definitely not overly friendly. The older lady in charge never cracked a smile at all until I wrote in the tip on our receipt.
(4)Candice L.
While the service is not effusive, it is quietly efficient. And the food is wonderful. Not overly sauced and wonderfully balanced. Will definitely be back The Vietnamese coffee was the best iced coffee you'll ever have.
(5)Gerald S.
The lady that works that didn't even greet us just pointed where to sit then dropped off some menus. We tried this place several times thinking if we tipped well we would get treated better. NO. Go up the road some to the other PHO on the opposite side of the road they have better PHO and that lady is really nice. The pho was okay here but it was really dead every time we go there is usually only one other person and the service is really bad.
(1)Jeffrey R.
Binh Le has good Pho, while it may not win the title, best pho in Tulsa. It is very good. Just a little different; once you get in the swing of eating it, you start to crave theirs in particular. The specialty at Binh Le, would be the Deluxe Bun Cha Gao. Best in Town. The spin they put on this dish, is chopped pieces of Shrimp Potato, in addition to the standard chopped egg roll. This really is the best menu Item. Pro Tip: You can just order the "Deluxe", and they'll know what you mean. The Imperial Rolls are highly recommended as well. They're basically un-fried spring rolls, with shrimp and vermicelli, wrapped in rice paper. With peanut dipping sauce, you can't go wrong. Summation: Pho, Bun Cha Gao, Imperial rolls. You'll be happy camper with any combination of these. I wouldn't waste my time, or calorie intake with any other menu items, other than the Vietnamese Coffee(Rich, Iced Coffee). It's delicious. Don't be deterred by what some may consider a rather "sullen" demeanor with the service. I think it's worth it, and probably somewhat a cultural difference. I wouldn't suggest getting too offended. Just laugh on the inside. They really are nice folks. Just become a regular, you'll see. Final note; The soundtrack for your meal will most likely be super authentic music. Enjoy!
(4)Vivian T.
Binh Le was okay. The food was not bad, but it's not a destination stop. I came in for lunch on a Saturday, and the place was pretty empty. There were two other tables dining, and a family came in as we were leaving, so it was fairly slow. We got pho (listed on the menu as beef soup) and the special fried rice. The pho was a decent portion (we got the large, which is similar in size to the small at Pho Hoa in OKC. Our server said there was also an extra large size, which wasn't listed on the menu.) The broth was kind of lackluster; it wasn't bad, but it wasn't memorable. The noodles were a little firmer than I would have liked, but that's personal preference. It came with the standard plate of bean sprouts and herbs, and some sriracha and hoisin on the side. The special fried rice was also not particularly fantastic or terrible. It came with Vietnamese sausage, chicken, and shrimp, and generous amounts of them. There was some char on the meat, so you know it's actually fried. The sausage was the best thing about the dish - it was similar to lap cheong, but on the leaner side and still very flavorful. We were given a dish of nuoc cham for the table, and it was a good accompaniment for the fried rice. The service was good. Our water never went empty, and our menu questions were answered politely. Really, the most memorable thing about this restaurant was the music. Some Vietnamese music was playing over the sound system, and it was legit. It varied between what sounded like marching music , 80s synth pop, or a computer MIDI file, all sung in Vietnamese.
(3)Beau R.
This is slowly becoming my favorite food in town. Another awesome experience and another fantastic meal. The food is always good here. I had the Cashew Chicken and a small cup of their Vietnamese Soup and it was fantastic. The Deluxe could possibly be the best dish in town.
(4)Erica W.
I go here almost on a weekly basis to get my pho fix, and mostly it is to go. The portions aren't as large as other places for the price (ie, the noodles and beef are in the soup container instead of separate to add in your own bowl) but that makes it easier for me when I'm not taking it home. I was very disappointed for awhile that I didn't get the fresh cilantro, basil, mint, limes etc until I started asking for them. But the pho has a great taste. The man working there is wonderful and so nice, the lady is a bit abrasive but still very kind. Don't expect in your face, cater to your every need service. They will take care of you though.
(4)Cynthia C.
This was one of the most disappointing dinners I have had in a long time. I will not be returning.
(1)Erin L.
How have I not reviewed this place?! This was my families first introduction to Vietnamese cuisine and boy were we spoiled. This quickly became a popular choice on our rotation of restaurants. The service is wonderful and the owners always remembered us. The food here sets the standard for Vietnamese food everywhere I go, and every time I come to Tulsa I 100% have to visit. My standards are: -Imperial Rolls (the clear wrapper, mint, and the peanut sauce is so good) -Shrimp fried rice and PINEAPPLE SAUCE! -The bung chai ya......that was my white girl way of spelling that. Basically the big bowl with everything good combined inside (noodles, beef, lettuce, and top it with a chopped up egg roll, wha!?) Also the clear sauce is seriously bangin. I am soo happy this restaurant has stood the test of time. In fact I am going home next week and this will be very high on my list of visits.
(5)Candice R.
Terrible service. Really good pho but I will NEVER return. They are just rude. I pay for convinence & service. You guys do both horribly :-)
(1)Vivi T.
Fair warning: I am Vietnamese and I was born and raised in areas of California that are notorious for their delicious Vietnamese food. In other words, my standards for Vietnamese food are very high. I realize that the Vietnamese food here in Tulsa can in no way be compared to the food that I've had before, so I will not be overly critical. I got the beef pho. There are two sizes - small and large. The small bowl cost about $4 and the large cost $9. I got the large, and once the pho was brought out, I started to wonder how teeny tiny the small actually is. The large was the smallest bowl of pho I have ever seen. It is smaller than usual child size pho bowls that I've seen before. Very overpriced (but again, I don't know how the market for Vietnamese food runs here in Oklahoma). The pho itself was interesting. The broth was decent and the noodles were good, but the meat was very odd to me. The broth was a little fatty, but it wasn't completely MSG laden and had good flavor, so I was pleased with that. The noodles were overall cooked well - some of my noodles clumped together, but that's okay. I'm used to pho coming with many different cuts of meat, but here, it was only one and I'm not sure what it was. It seemed like a chopped up beef - kind of like bulgolgi. Really odd texture to me. No tripe, tendon, meatballs, or rare meat like all of the other pho bowls that I've ever eaten. My overall impression of this place is that if I'm really craving pho for my remaining time in Tulsa, I'll be back. But, if this place were to open up near my home in California, I would not come here.
(3)Sunako N.
$9 for combination bun dish that's about a small size in typical vietnamese restaurant is not worth it. Taste better than pho in owasso but does not compare to Dallas or okc.
(3)Michael R.
Every time I am in Tulsa, I make this vietnamese restaurant a priority to visit at least once. We get the deluxe bin gao (sp.?) with extra shrimp toast. The imperial roll appetizers are a must; they come with the best peanut sauce I have ever had. So good I could eat it with a spoon if propriety didn't get in the way. The lumpia dogs are a fun novelty, but if you like peanut sauce even mildly, definitely go with the imperial rolls.
(5)Valerie Y.
This is one of my favorites. I have no idea how to pronounce or spell the menu items, but I will say that their lumpi dogs? Are amazing in a strange way. It's an egg roll hot dog. It's great. I always get the salad- it has Ramen type thin noodles, veggies, egg roll pieces, beef, and a delicious sauce. It is always quiet and never crowded.
(4)Johnny S.
Jeffery's review was spot on! I can't wait to have the "deluxe" next time as the Bun Cha Gao was awesome. We also enjoyed the spring rolls! What a pleasant surprise this hidden gem is. From the friendly fast service to the great food. Reasonable price! $10 a person. Highly recommend!!
(4)Benjamin P.
I always get the Bun Cha Gao and lumpia dogs. The salad is simple but tasty. The lumpia dogs are basically hotdog spring rolls with mt dew colored sauce. The staff are less than friendly but not mean. I tried the Beef soup recently and it was great as well. Not the most amazing dining experience ever, but good food at a decent price.
(4)Stuart K.
You pull in to Tulsa at dinnertime and want something Asian and close to the hotel. Bin Le popped up on the Garmin and was only a couple of miles from the hotel. Located in a strip mall, the restaurant is a throw back to the 50's, including many non-Chinese, Chinese items like chow mein. A large number of vegan dishes are offered. The egg rolls were incredibly oily, but had a good flavor and were piping hot. My wife had fried rice which was dry as a bone, It was pretty plain including the frozen mixed vegetables mixed in. Not good. My phu was made with a standard stock that could have been chicken or beef, and the pieces of chicken were cooked to death, and as stringy as shoe lether. Unlike every vietnamese and asian restaurant the portions are skimpy and the prices about three dollars too high. I should have known better when the opening page of this tiny menu, tells about awards received in the 60's but none late than 74. The bragging page indicates that the restaurant has had several names, and several locations. An older couple runs the restaurant and providees fairly dedcent service. The diner should not expect to engage a lot of conversation. The couple are quiet and I don't believe they can communicate.
(3)Raegen S.
i love the delux salad or whatever it is called. i also recently had the beef soup and both are amazing and keep drawing me back. i see that a lot of yelpers don't like the service, i did not have that issue but i went at lunch, solo. that being said i don't think think that the people who run it are the most outgoing people that i have run across, but they make good food and get you what you ask for. for tulsa Vietnamese this stuff is pretty good!
(4)Gerald S.
This is my favorite restaurant in the world. I eat here at least twice every time that I am in town. The service is wonderful - Binh and his wife are a delight - and the food is the best. I love the beef soup, sweet and sour chicken, lumpia dogs, and their coffee is amazing.
(5)Justine R.
This place has a amazing food and is great for vegetarians.
(5)Grace S.
What???? Pho in Tulsa? I know, I know... I can get some of the best Pho right here in California in downtown areas (not to mention, only 5 miles from my parent's house is the biggest Vietnamese community in US). To be honest, I was waiting to dislike this Pho but I really enjoyed it. Unlike the places I'm used to, the meat in the Pho is not the thinly sliced beef nor did they add any beef balls. Nevertheless the broth was tasty.
(3)Ellen C.
I was in town for work. Not being familiar with the area I didn't want to drive to far from my hotel, because I might get lost. If it wasn't for YELP, I wouldn't have any clue to what types of food was in the area besides, fast food & pricy hotel foods. I enjoy vietnamese food so I wanted to try this restaurant due to the convenience of the location between work & the hotel. =) When I arrived there there was only one couple there and myself. Not knowing what to order, had to take a quick glance at yelp pics to see what most people ordered. I was surprised with my order. Being from the bay area your use to seeing a lot of green, (veggies) If you'd like to see pics i'd posted a few of my order. Taste was um...ok no rich flavors, I think it could have been better. It wasn't a wow effect or anything. It did get the job done. Tummy is full. I did't go back for a second try. I think I had hotel food & mexican food which was more flavorful. As for customer service there isn't any in this establishment.
(2)Joe N.
I went for lunch on a weekday. I am not sure if the lunch menu is different, but we didn't see any pho listed. Nor anyone in the restaurant with a bowl. Nor any of the typical signs like condiments on the table (e.g. fish sauce, hoisin, piles of basil and bean sprouts). So at the recommendation of the Tulsa local who brought us there, I had the Deluxe ____ ___ Goi. Sorry for not writing that down and missing the full name. It was basically an Asian chop salad - a bowl of rice noodles, lettuce, carrots, cucumbers, chopped chicken, beef, egg roll, and maybe a fish cake. For just under $9. With a side of room temperature sauce that was a bit sweet and probably had a touch fish sauce and chilis in it. I hate to sound like some food snob who swoops into Tulsa from the "big city" and complains about the small town food, but this not good Vietnamese. Let alone when judged against the standards set by places with reasonably sized Vietnamese populations I have dined in recently like Los Angeles or St. Paul. About the only thing that seemed close to fresh were the egg rolls (both as an appetizer and chopped up in the 'salad'). The chicken, beef, shrimp, and fish cake could have been cooked hours or days earlier. I couldn't actually tell what cut of meat the chicken or beef was, nor discern how they had been prepared (boiled? fried?), unlike say a bowl of pho with delicious slices of brisket. Just a treasure of meat chunks on soggy noodles and lettuce. Did I just overlook the pho? Do I need to come for dinner? Note the service was efficient and the place was quiet.
(1)Sue D.
I agree with the reviewer below _Rebecca F. -- it was silent in there...maybe a bit on the scary side too :) The food was authentic Vietnamese, which was a surprise find in Tulsa! But much appreciated. I ordered the spring rolls and the peanut sauce that came with it was excellent! The egg rolls were quite tasty as well. Will definitely be back.
(4)Kimmy H.
Oh Binh-Le ... How I love you. Consistently quick and yummy. The digs aren't fancy and the owners aren't one to make a fuss but if it's good Asian food you are seeking, run quickly. That salad of egg rolls, meats, rice noodles and lettuce is the best lunch around.
(4)Rebecca F.
It was so......................... quiet in there! Certainly not sparing any extra fundage on ambiance, Binh Le says, "It is what it is." I ordered the egg rolls and cashew chicken (after reading about Beau R. going on and on and on about it) and I'm so glad I did! It was so delicious. The egg rolls are the perfect size and really tasty. They come with some awesome dipping sauce that was a perfect complement to the appetizer. The "sweet soy sauce" (what was that called, Jeff?) was so good- I poured it in excess over my rice and was quite pleased with the results. I will definitely go back. Soon. They had a strawberry beef on the menu that certainly piqued my interest...
(3)Ginger A.
This is only the second Vietnamese restaurant I've tried, so I am not writing this from an expert point of view. I didn't see anything about pho on the menu, and a lot of the popular dishes at my usual Vietnamese restaurant in Springfield, MO were not present on the menu (banh mi for example). Nevertheless, the dish I ordered was wonderful. Chopped lettuce, delicious thinly sliced beef, carrots, marinated cucumber and carrots on a bed of noddles along with a sliced egg roll. The food was priced reasonably, but I was very disappointed by the Vietnamese coffee. For almost 4 bucks a pop I expected something more than a small water goblet full of ice with a tiny bit of coffee poured in. Perhaps because I'm used to ordering Vietnamese coffee that arrives at the table in a filter pot and is amazing. I would return to Binh-Le on future trips to Tulsa, however. The food was delicious and accounts for most of the 4 star rating. The dining room is clean and spacious. I found the service adequate. Not rude at all, but definitely not overly friendly. The older lady in charge never cracked a smile at all until I wrote in the tip on our receipt.
(4)Candice L.
While the service is not effusive, it is quietly efficient. And the food is wonderful. Not overly sauced and wonderfully balanced. Will definitely be back The Vietnamese coffee was the best iced coffee you'll ever have.
(5)Gerald S.
The lady that works that didn't even greet us just pointed where to sit then dropped off some menus. We tried this place several times thinking if we tipped well we would get treated better. NO. Go up the road some to the other PHO on the opposite side of the road they have better PHO and that lady is really nice. The pho was okay here but it was really dead every time we go there is usually only one other person and the service is really bad.
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