Carolyn's Modern Vietnamese
$ • Tacos, Mexican, Gluten-Free Book a table: 7:00 PM 7:15 PM 7:30 PM MoreAbout Carolyn's Modern Vietnamese
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Carolyn's Modern Vietnamese Reviews
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My niece took me here for my birthday, and what a wonderful experience! The restaurant immediately felt warm, cozy, and inviting. Special shoutout to the staff, Sylo and Billy, who were so attentive and really looked out for us!
We ordered the lotus root salad, dry-aged beef in betel leaves, lemongrass chicken dumplings, curry duck gnocchi, and short rib. For drinks and dessert, we enjoyed the Golden Hour cocktail, pandan bread pudding, and house-made Vietnamese coffee...read full review
We ordered the lotus root salad, dry-aged beef in betel leaves, lemongrass chicken dumplings, curry duck gnocchi, and short rib. For drinks and dessert, we enjoyed the Golden Hour cocktail, pandan bread pudding, and house-made Vietnamese coffee...read full review
We came here for dinner on a Friday. Everything was delicious, and the lobster shumai special was extremely memorable. All of the dishes were very well thought out with unique flavor combinations. The service was also excellent; everyone was very attentive. We will definitely be back!
Great new fusion place!
Service was really fast, even for a curry. Gnocchi was light & fluffy, duck well cooked. I’m a sucker for aromatic warm curry spices, so I wish I had another spoonful of sauce plated, it was very good. The bananas foster sauce on the rice pudding was also solid.
Don’t personally agree with the noise/comfort complaints. I had no issues with this at all.
Service was really fast, even for a curry. Gnocchi was light & fluffy, duck well cooked. I’m a sucker for aromatic warm curry spices, so I wish I had another spoonful of sauce plated, it was very good. The bananas foster sauce on the rice pudding was also solid.
Don’t personally agree with the noise/comfort complaints. I had no issues with this at all.
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 5 - 9PM |
| Thursday | 5 - 9PM |
| Friday | 5 - 10PM |
| Saturday | 5 - 10PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Carolyn's Modern Vietnamese is a popular restaurant located at 2015 Walnut Street in Philadelphia's Rittenhouse Square. Known for its creative fusion of global flavors, the restaurant offers a variety of tacos, burritos, and bowls. A standout dish is the Chicken Tinga Bowl, which features tender chicken tinga served with rice, black beans, pico de gallo, cheese, lime crema, and salsa roja. Guests also enjoy the lotus root salad, dry-aged beef in betel leaves, lemongrass chicken dumplings, curry duck gnocchi, and short rib. The restaurant is praised for its fresh, made-to-order meals and an assortment of house-made hot sauces, ensuring a flavorful experience.
Customers appreciate the friendly staff and clean environment, making it a great fast-casual dining option. Many have expressed satisfaction with the consistent quality of food, particularly enjoying items like the buffalo empanada and vegetarian options such as the delicious cauliflower. Reviewers also praise the lobster shumai special, the Golden Hour cocktail, and the pandan bread pudding. The restaurant also provides excellent catering services, receiving high praise from guests at work events. Overall, Carolyn's Modern Vietnamese is recognized for its delicious food, excellent service, and warm, cozy, inviting atmosphere, making it a must-visit spot for both locals and visitors.