New Century | Vietnamese

Christina Hollenback 4 months ago

This is the best Vietnamese food you'll have. The bun is scrumptious. The veggie soup will bring you back from the dead when you're sick. Don't miss the avocado shake and lime juice. And always show love to the Uncle who runs the spot! A Northside gem!

Karen Kaplan 8 months ago

I've been for lunch a few times and enjoyed it so took my family for dinner last weekend. We all enjoyed our meals, and the restaurant was warm which was fantastic given the weather! What I wanted to share here most was the phenomenal team there. My 87-year old mother was unable to stand, let alone walk, when we were ready to go (from exhaustion vs. anything at the restaurant!) The gentleman noticed we were having trouble and SO kindly offered the help of a few of his team. One of them carried, with my son, my mother in a chair all the way to our car, in the rain. And, they wouldn't take a tip. I was so grateful for their help and kindness. Really good people. I will return for the food AND the owners/staff. Thank you, thank you for your humanity.

Yunong Shi a year ago

Hidden in plain sight on a sleepy stretch of Kirkpatrick Street, New Century doesn’t look like much from the outside—just a faded brick building with a sun-bleached awning, wedged into a quiet, unassuming neighborhood. You might second-guess yourself as you walk up the worn steps, but don’t turn back. This is one of those rare places where the soul of the food quietly outshines its shell. Inside, the décor is an eclectic fusion of Buddhist posters, faux flowers, statues, and decades-old furniture, giving the space a vibe somewhere between a spiritual retreat and an Asian family banquet hall that’s seen better days. The building is cavernous—much too big for the sparse crowd when we visited—which only adds to its mysterious charm. A hand-written sign reminds you: “We are not a fast food restaurant. Please be patient.” And trust me, it’s worth the wait. We ordered: #33. Bún Đặc Biệt – Special Combo Vermicelli ($17.95) A hefty, colorful bowl topped with grilled shrimp, egg roll, shredded pork, pork meatballs, and beef—every component was perfectly seasoned and charred. The fresh herbs and pickled vegetables underneath offered brightness and crunch, balanced by the fish sauce on the

Steve Plaskon a year ago

In the area for business travel and like to try new places. Very pleasant atmosphere, clean and quiet. The wait staff was very friendly and helpful. Ordered the spring rolls and pho. It was prepared quickly and tasted delicious. I only gave 4 stars on the food since some of the noodles were clumped together but overall taste was good. Note that the price is higher when paying with credit card. This is noted very clearly on the menu. Also they added a 15% tip. I will Vito again and recommend.

Katelyn Gelormino 3 years ago

I had the Beef Pho and the broth was so delicious with some added hot chili sauce. It definitely was warming. My vegetable egg rolls came with the nicest sweet sauce. My server was very helpful and was able to answer the questions I asked. I definitely will be back again to try other dishes. Overall, most of the ingredients tasted fresh and the service was fast. My waiter was also very friendly and made sure I was taken care of.