Cafe La Vie
3724 Yakima Ave, Tacoma, WA
Crema's Take
“This Vietnamese family-run gem in Tacoma's Lincoln International District serves some of the most authentic banh mi you'll find outside of Vietnam, with perfectly toasted bread that's simultaneously crunchy and soft, alongside equally stellar hủ tiếu and bò kho. The warm, inviting atmosphere transports you straight to Hanoi, making it the ideal spot for a leisurely morning coffee with traditional Vietnamese preparations or a lingering lunch with friends and family. It's the kind of neighborhood treasure that opens early for genuine Vietnamese coffee devotees and locals who keep coming back for the soul-satisfying broth and meticulous attention to ingredient quality.”
What to expect
Classic coffee drinks done right. A slow-sit spot, good for meetings. Light food on the menu. Family friendly.
Google Reviews
One of the best banh mis I have had in a long time. The bread was perfectly toasted. Soft in the inside and crunchy on the outside. They gave a good amount of meat and veggies in the sandwich. And the Vietnamese coffee… perfect. Very delicious authentic Vietnamese food. I…
Vietnamese family restaurant setting. Have a Viet ambience and they service ice tea with coffee. The food is amazing delicious. Make me feel like I’m in Vietnam. Highly recommend it if you want to have some authentic Vietnamese food.
Officially found my favorite spot for hủ tiếu! The broth was very flavorful and just what you need on a cold rainy day. I’ve also tried their bò kho and banh mi and those were also great. Service was quick and loved that they serve hot tea if you’re dining in. Space is small,…
If you are looking for good authentic Vietnamese food this is the place! They open super early and you can get your Vietnamese coffee there too!! I needed to find a place to eat before my 10 am dentist appt and called this place to make sure they were opened and the man…
This is a little gem in the Lincoln International District. I come here often because they make the best Vietnamese sandwiches I've ever had!! Here, they toast their bread, and ingredients are always fresh. Their other dishes are also delicious 😋. When dining in, tea is…
Crema Reviews
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