Gia Lam II
A long-running Brooklyn spot for comforting Vietnamese noodle soups, combining nostalgic flavor with famously direct service.
- Mon – Sat, 10:30 – 19:00; Sun, 11:00 – 19:00
- $
- 5414 8th Ave
- 3.7 (548 reviews)
Description
The menu centers on options like the head of the train noodle soup, prized for its flavorful broth despite reviews noting light portions of meat. While the dining room offers a quiet setting for casual get-togethers, the service is a point of contention. Longtime patrons return for the consistent, nostalgic flavors they have eaten for decades, but visitors should prepare for strict tipping demands, with staff known to reject payments over minor shortfalls.
Good to know
Strict tipping