Unexpected find that we ended up loving! Aromatics, flavor, and service reminded us of our time in Vietnam. Such a gem to have here.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Stephen Y.
GO HERE NOW! Assuming you're reading reviews to figure out where grab a bit, stop now, and just go here. Think about it, you could waste more precious vacation or downtown mall time looking at reviews on your phone, or you could just make the right decision and go here.
This spot is our go-to lunch spot. We average once a week having lunch here; that means we sometimes do twice a week since we are on vacation and away from Charlottesville from time to time.
Yes, it's vegan, and no you won't starve or be lacking protein after the meal. You'll have good energy and lower inflammation that will fuel you take on the rolling hills of Virginia.
Everything on the menu is awesome, but if it's your first time, order a Banh Mi - even if you just get one for the table to share.
They are moving soon to the Downtown mall next to the Jefferson Theater and we are excited for this expanded seating option and outdoor dining on the mall!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pho, Banh MI, Lemon Grass Tofu, Tofu Caramelized Onions, Build Your Own Bowl with Ginger Lemongrass Tofu
D Sum
Great patio. Delicious Banh mi! Springs rolls with the perfect amount of basil.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Banh MI, Spring Rolls
Brigitte Reyna
Awww such a calm little corner. Don’t hesite to stop here if you are craving noodles!
This is a family business and the owners are friendly and welcoming.
The menu has good variation imo. I added a picture.
I had the lemon grass tofu noodles it was a fresh, with a hint of sweetness, the tofu was firm but it get softer with the juice at the bottom of the plate.
I also had a cup of broth and oh my my just delicious.
I promise you won’t be disappointed weather you get dry noodles or soup.
**The spicy oil sauce will be too much if you are not used to spicy food
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Spring Rolls, Ginger Lemongrass Soup
DJ Stoeberl
Amazing food. Highly recommend the banh mi and the mango green tea!
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kathleen
Just go here! I don't normally write reviews but we ordered 4 items and they were all absolutely delicious, unique, and flavorful. The veggie peanut noodles (with the chili oil, it's super spicy) were wonderful as was the mango green tea. It is all outdoor seating, and we really enjoyed that. There is shade. Again, just go.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Vietnamese Ramen
Ketan parekh
Great food. Loved the sandwich and the soup.
Marybird Muller
Pho and service were excellent!!!!
Sara Haddadi
Hands down the best Pho I've ever had! The outdoor sitting is very cute, the staff are very friendly and welcoming. But the best part was the food!!!
Their pho has healing properties on me. Cold, flu, fever, or whatever- I get some pho for lunch and am 80% better by dinner time. Not to mention their pho is very tasty, and satisfies my pho cravings way more than many non vegan pho shops in town.
Luanne Clark
This place is an absolute gem! Do not be fooled by the humble exterior, the food is absolutely delicious with nothing disappointing on the menu. Even if you’re not vegan or vegetarian, the food is incredibly flavorful and you will forget that everything is plant based.
Mark Whitehead
Eating at Vu increases my happiness.
IHeartAnimals
We planned our day around having lunch here. (Since they are only open 11-3 and we live an hour away.) We tried to park in the lot across the street but got an alert that said (even though it was 75 percent empty) it was unavailable and we would be towed. So we found another “pay to park” 2 blocks away. We placed our order, and by the time I had a quick look at the Main Gallery next door, our food was ready. We got all the starters and ate the deep fried “Dumplings” immediately. They reminded me more of potstickers. They were crispy and delicious and the sesame dipping sauce was yummy. The Cheesy Wontons had a spinach dip flavor. The Ginger Lemongrass Tofu noodles were my favorite. It was loaded with flavor and the veggies on top were fresh. I highly recommend. My husband got the Coconut Potato Curry special (over rice noodles) and loved that too. We saved the Bon Mi and Spring Rolls for later. Happy Cow wouldn’t let me give it higher than a 4.
Updated from previous review on 2025-01-18
Missy Vaclavicek
Delicious food with nice size portions. The people are friendly and the vegan options are appreciated. Love this spot!
Unexpected find that we ended up loving! Aromatics, flavor, and service reminded us of our time in Vietnam. Such a gem to have here.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
GO HERE NOW! Assuming you're reading reviews to figure out where grab a bit, stop now, and just go here. Think about it, you could waste more precious vacation or downtown mall time looking at reviews on your phone, or you could just make the right decision and go here.
This spot is our go-to lunch spot. We average once a week having lunch here; that means we sometimes do twice a week since we are on vacation and away from Charlottesville from time to time.
Yes, it's vegan, and no you won't starve or be lacking protein after the meal. You'll have good energy and lower inflammation that will fuel you take on the rolling hills of Virginia.
Everything on the menu is awesome, but if it's your first time, order a Banh Mi - even if you just get one for the table to share.
They are moving soon to the Downtown mall next to the Jefferson Theater and we are excited for this expanded seating option and outdoor dining on the mall!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pho, Banh MI, Lemon Grass Tofu, Tofu Caramelized Onions, Build Your Own Bowl with Ginger Lemongrass Tofu
Great patio. Delicious Banh mi! Springs rolls with the perfect amount of basil.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Banh MI, Spring Rolls
Awww such a calm little corner. Don’t hesite to stop here if you are craving noodles!
This is a family business and the owners are friendly and welcoming.
The menu has good variation imo. I added a picture.
I had the lemon grass tofu noodles it was a fresh, with a hint of sweetness, the tofu was firm but it get softer with the juice at the bottom of the plate.
I also had a cup of broth and oh my my just delicious.
I promise you won’t be disappointed weather you get dry noodles or soup.
**The spicy oil sauce will be too much if you are not used to spicy food
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Spring Rolls, Ginger Lemongrass Soup
Amazing food. Highly recommend the banh mi and the mango green tea!
Food: 5
Service: 5
Just go here! I don't normally write reviews but we ordered 4 items and they were all absolutely delicious, unique, and flavorful. The veggie peanut noodles (with the chili oil, it's super spicy) were wonderful as was the mango green tea. It is all outdoor seating, and we really enjoyed that. There is shade. Again, just go.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Vietnamese Ramen
Great food. Loved the sandwich and the soup.
Pho and service were excellent!!!!
Hands down the best Pho I've ever had! The outdoor sitting is very cute, the staff are very friendly and welcoming. But the best part was the food!!!
Our favorite! Great people and great food!
Restaurantji Recommends
Their pho has healing properties on me. Cold, flu, fever, or whatever- I get some pho for lunch and am 80% better by dinner time. Not to mention their pho is very tasty, and satisfies my pho cravings way more than many non vegan pho shops in town.
This place is an absolute gem! Do not be fooled by the humble exterior, the food is absolutely delicious with nothing disappointing on the menu. Even if you’re not vegan or vegetarian, the food is incredibly flavorful and you will forget that everything is plant based.
Eating at Vu increases my happiness.
We planned our day around having lunch here. (Since they are only open 11-3 and we live an hour away.) We tried to park in the lot across the street but got an alert that said (even though it was 75 percent empty) it was unavailable and we would be towed. So we found another “pay to park” 2 blocks away. We placed our order, and by the time I had a quick look at the Main Gallery next door, our food was ready. We got all the starters and ate the deep fried “Dumplings” immediately. They reminded me more of potstickers. They were crispy and delicious and the sesame dipping sauce was yummy. The Cheesy Wontons had a spinach dip flavor. The Ginger Lemongrass Tofu noodles were my favorite. It was loaded with flavor and the veggies on top were fresh. I highly recommend. My husband got the Coconut Potato Curry special (over rice noodles) and loved that too. We saved the Bon Mi and Spring Rolls for later. Happy Cow wouldn’t let me give it higher than a 4. Updated from previous review on 2025-01-18
Delicious food with nice size portions. The people are friendly and the vegan options are appreciated. Love this spot!
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