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Bosa 1 - CLOSED
Category: Restaurants Vietnamese Vietnamese [Edit]
3400 S Jones BlvdSte 2A
Las Vegas, NV 89146
Neighborhood: Chinatown
(702) 418-1931
- Price Range:
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$
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- No
- Parking:
- Private Lot
- Attire:
- Casual
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Good for Kids:
- Yes
- Takes Reservations:
- No
- Delivery:
- No
- Take-out:
- Yes
- Waiter Service:
- Yes
- Outdoor Seating:
- No
- Wi-Fi:
- No
- Good For:
- Lunch, Dinner
- Alcohol:
- No
- Noise Level:
- Average
- Ambience:
- Casual
- Has TV:
- No
- Caters:
- No
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
94 reviews for Bosa 1
Review Highlights
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"The bun bo hue is the best Ive tasted in Vegas." In 35 reviews -
"Very good Vietnamese broken rice and great service." In 28 reviews -
"Served with sweet homemade fish sauce." In 15 reviews
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94 reviews in English
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Review from Rosalina N.
Mesa, AZ
3/3/2012
21 feb 2012 i came with my hubby to Bosa 1 .
the first time we ate this place ,if we came to vegas.
the owner talk us, the last day.
we ate egg roll , bun bo hue, and broken rice with BBQ pork, pork chop.
and i order to go BBQ pork fo we eat midnight.because we came the last day.
BBQ pork very good than we eat any vietnamese resto at USA.
i hope ,if we go to vegas again, they already open.
i talk the guy(i don't know his name) " move to arizona " and open Bosa 1. -
Review from Hootie B.
Las Vegas, NV
I'm pretty much a novice when it comes to this type of cuisine, so to be safe I'll just roll with a (3) three star review. What we had was actually fairly delicious, but I just know that if I ventured down to Little Saigon in Orange County and chose any random eatery there, it would immediately propel me to the next level.
Our lunch started with and order of (Cha Gio) Egg Rolls, which came with the green leaf lettuce, rice noodles and julienne vegetables. The egg rolls were somewhat bland, I've had much better in home cooked Vietnamese households. I guess that's what the condiments are for.
For the main course my wife got the Bun Bo Hue while I chose a pork/shrimp combo which came with their famous (Com Tam) broken rice. For us this was like playing the lottery, we were just picking things off of the menu having no idea what we would receive.
The Bun Bo Hue came with a deep spicy broth with the bowl have pieces of blood jelly, sausage, tendon's, etc. The noodles were round and I found them to be somewhat softer than expected. If you want me to compare them to "pho" noodles, I really can't, I've only had pho one time in my life.
My Com Tam dish was the highlight of our lunch, I don't understand the concept of broken rice but this dish was absolutely delicious. I found my toppings (BBQ pork and Shrimp Skewer) to be just OK, but in Asian cuisine it's not about the protein. To an Asian palate the star of the show will always be the "Rice"!! I am definately a new fan of Com Tam.
Another thing that I noticed about Vietnamese cuisine is the extensive use of fresh herbs. From the purple basil, mint leaves, cilantro etc. you are left with a very clean, light and refreshed palate after your meal. Maybe on my next trip to Los Angeles I will venture into "Little Saigon" to get a better understanding of this cuisine.
3.5 Stars!! -
Review from Steve W.
1/24/2012 1 Check-in Here
Bosa 1 should change its name to, "Great people and great food.....1."
I came in the other night searching for a delicious bowl of Pho. When the owner, who is about as nice as it gets, informed me they didn't serve that, I was a little crushed.
He walked me through the menu, and explained a few different dishes. Since all I know about Vietnamese cuisine is Pho, I was thrilled for the quick education!
I went with the broken rice with Korean short rib, shrimp cake, and shrimp skewer. The pretty woman who I believe is the chef, painstakingly hand cuts every piece of rice.......nope, that's not true. The dish is made with lots of love though.
The Korean short ribs were very flavorful, and better than some Kalbi I've had at Korean restaurants in town. The shrimp skewer was bursting with flavor, as was the patty. There were notes of sweetness without being too sugary in every bite. I think what I loved most though, was the fish sauce and chili. I could dip just about anything in that sauce, that's right, ANYTHING......you dirty thinker you!
Bosa 1 is a small, cash only, awesome food only place serving up authentic Vietnamese cuisine. Make sure you stop in for good food and some knowledge from these great people!Listed in: Best Asian restaurants in…
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Review from Grace Y.
Los Angeles, CA
Noodles~~~~~~~ :D
I can eat noodles 3 times a day.. everyday!
and since we were in Vegas..
my BF and I wanted to try something new..
so instead of grabbing pho
we decided to try another famous Vietnamese dish called BUN BO HUE!
BUN BO HUE http://www.yelp.com/bi... $7.99 - noodles in spicy beef broth w/ beef, pork, tendon, and blood jelly.
I had mine with no blood jelly.
You get these: http://www.yelp.com/bi... instead of a plate of bean sprouts and onions.
And the noodles in bun bo hue are much more thicker than the ones in pho... sorta like udon noodles.. but a little thinner.. :P
All the meats in it were good.. especially the pork..
and their broth was good too.. not spicy at all for us..
and my BF actually drank the broth! (he doesn't do this with pho)
Service was awesome
and so was the food.
Buuuuuuuuuuuut........ I still like pho better.
My BF doesn't think so..
he likes this..
this might be another Vegas spot for us. :}
*Next time I'm ordering their BBQ spring rolls..
we were too full to try other dishes that looked so delish!
MmMmm...
*burp*Listed in: I Heart Noodles~!, Vegas Baby.. Vegas!!
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Review from SteLL a.
Henderson, NV
1/11/2012 1 Check-in Here
Great service! I had the charbroiled pork and egg rolls over vermicelli noodles (form of Vietnamese salad) and it was excellent. The service was friendly and informative. I must go back and order various other dishes in order to complete a more thorough review... definitely need to try the pho, one of my favorite dishes!
Meanwhile, this place is a potential 5-star :) -
Review from Mar C.
Fantastic service here at Bosa 1. The server made a great effort in welcoming us, asking if we've been here before, and even offered to explain the menu items. I don't see that level of service at the noodle places I've been to.
My dining companion and I came here for the bun bo hue. We also got some of the house soy milk and the beef salad rolls.
The soymilk arrived piping hot in a Styrofoam cup. Upon lifting the lid, I noticed a very familiar smell -- pandan! Looking down at the soymilk I saw it had a light green tint. I sipped and confirmed that it was pandan-infused soymilk. I wish I had known that before I had ordered it, as I feel that pandan can overpower my palate. I would have gotten a different drink.
The beef salad rolls arrived and they were quite yum. The server walked by us and explained that many customers eat it with fish sauce in addition to the peanut sauce that it came with. He then brought out two saucers for us to pour fish sauce in. These salad rolls had something crunchy in them, I think they were deep fried egg roll skins. It added a nice texture to the beefy rolls.
Our bowls of bun bo hue then came out. Lot of stuff in it! My dining companion remarked that he like the different stuff compared with the normal pho offerings. There was pork hocks, blood, tendons, beef, cha lua.. Mmmm!
I would love to go here again to try out the broken rice and other menu items~Listed in: Non-Alcoholic Refreshments
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Review from Greg K.
11/18/2011
Yippee. I really like this place alot.
1. NO PHO! Get over it. I am a Vietnamese food rookie, and was shocked to see no pho, however, they had my favorite Bun Bo Hue noodle and I was very happy.
2. Bun Bo Hue - This is a noodle dish that is a bit spicy and has the pork knuckle, tendons and some blood. It was the first restaurant I tried it with the pig blood. Very tasty! They serve the Bun Bo Hue with chopped cabbage instead of bean sprouts, which i have learned is the real authentic way. The spice was nice, the broth very slurprageous and the noodles were just right. I would say, this is one of the best BBH ever.
3. My dining mates had the korean bbq and shrimp cake over broken rice and the chinese sausage and egg roll over broken rice. Korean bbq was good, but the shrimp cakes were awesome. Nice texture and taste. The egg rolls were home made and my mother in law said it was the best she has tasted! She also loved the sausage. The broken rise was very, very nice. Different slight flavor to it. Mixing this with fish sauce and vinegar was a great suggestion by the waiter.
4. Service was great. We went at 11:00 and they open at 1030. Kevin the waiter was not too busy so he explained alot to us, had us try some other things. I love learning about great food.
5. Parking - Easy peasy as it is in a strip mall
6. Ambiance - No problem, small but nice place.
GK says, GO FOR IT. You will like it.
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Review from Ben T.
San Francisco, CA
12/20/2011 1 Check-in Here
BBH.
glad to know where to go for it besides san jose.
bun thit nuong cha gio and bun rieu are also winners.
no pho served here... yet still curiously walked out smelling like it. -
Review from Wendy C.
Orange County, CA
9/21/2011
I am in trouble! I found the absolutely best Bun Bo Hue and Broken Rice Plate and they are in Vegas but I live in Orange County, CA!!!!
I sent my fiance here to get me lunch on Monday. We got the #17 with Shrimp cake, Shrimp Skewer, and BBQ Pork Chop with a side of House Sausage. It was so flavorful. The shrimp cake is wrapped in tofu skin with bits of real shrimp. Grilled Shrimp, Pork Chop, and house sausage were seasoned so well, I loved every bite!
I love the rice plate so much, I sent my fiance here again 2 days later. This time, I decided to get a Bun Bo Hue in addition to the Rice Plate. The Bun Bo Hue was PERFECTION! I loved the broth, rich and yet not greasy. The beef, pork knuckle, tendon, blood jelly, and pork patty were cooked perfectly, even the noodle had the firm and al dente consistency. I've tried many in Little Saigon in Orange County, CA, and none even came close to Bosa 1!
I know I am going to have major craving when I go home!!! Bosa 1, could you please move to OC, CA??? Pretty please! -
Review from Leslie B.
Las Vegas, NV
12/21/2011 1 Check-in Here
I gotta say, one word, underwhelmed. I read the reviews, love Vietnames cuisine, have been trying a lot of it around Vegas and was craving soup.
We got some spring roll things, which were the only four star item on the menu. Everything else was sorta meh. Good, well prepared, good service, with mediocre ingredients.
Not too memorable. I might go back one more time if I look at the recent reviews and see some 5 stars comments. Otherwise it is all about David Wong's Pan Asian, Beijing Noodle Cafe, and Monta Ramen house which, in my opinion are in a league of their own (especially Pan Asian and Beijing Noodle Cafe). -
Review from Sandy K.
Updated - 12/7/2011 4 photos
4 1/2 star. I was driving into LV from Los Angeles on Sunday and was anxious to get to Bosa 1 for a large bowl of Bun Bo Hue. It was a bone chilling day and my soup was awesome even without the pork blood.
I love the way they shred cabbage and mints to add flavor of broth and the sliced meat was lean. Service here is on the spot and the place was busy for being small place -around 12 tables and all were all taken. The place is clean also which is important!1 Previous Review: Show all »
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10/6/2011
41/2 stars. Small place that's been around for about 3 years and this was my first time experiencing… Read more »
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Review from Christopher A.
Las Vegas, NV
10/23/2011
I finally tried this restaurant based on the Yelp reviews; and, I'm very happy I did. First, I know next to nothing about Vietnamese food, and I will not pretend to know what I'm talking about, so with that in mind, take this review (on the food side) with a grain of salt.
I came here on a special occasion to take my mom somewhere nice on her visit here from out of town. However, I think I'll be coming back for occasions, special or not.
The Atmosphere:
Small, quaint atmosphere with 2, 2 person tables and about 7, 4 person tables. I love this type of restaurant that is very intimate. The dining area is nicely decorated with bamboo accents and its nice and bright for a lunchtime climate. The music is modern pop music a la Katie Perry, Lady Gaga, Black Eyed Peas etc. But its quiet enough where I can tune it out (or listen to a guilty pleasure song) if needed.
The Food:
Like I said, I don't know much about Vietnamese cooking. I can't tell you how an authentic grandmother cooked meal should taste. However, what I do know is when food is fresh. The backbone of any standout restaurant is fresh ingredients. Bosa 1 has food that is all made on the spot, and their herbs taste like they were grown in house and picked from the ground right before serving. I greatly appreciate this fact since most of what I eat are vegetables, and if they aren't fresh, it really irks me. I got spring rolls and my mom got the Bun Bo Hue which she really liked (which is nice, because considering the size of the portions she will be eating it for a while.)
The Service:
OK. Enough chitchat about boring things. This is the reason why I felt motivated to come on yelp and give a review after a long hiatus. The service was absolutely phenomenal. As soon as you enter the restaurant, you are greeted with a smile.
Once we sat down the waiter went over the entire menu with us as we were first time eaters at Bosa 1. After going over the menu with us and giving us countless recommendations on what to get, he asks us if we're ready to order. Of course, my mother says, "So whats good on the menu?"
Instead of doing what I would do and yelled "I JUST TOLD YOU WOMAN!" the server just smiled and went over the menu with her again, thus clearly exhibiting some type of super-human patience.
I ordered something special that wasn't on the menu since there are no vegetarian options (if you don't eat fish sauce) so the server said they could whip something up completely vegetarian for me to eat. Unfortunately, after telling me he could make the food, apparently they ran out of tofu. So the server actually ran out to his car and drove to the market to buy more. Who knew this type of customer service still existed in the age in which we live.
Finally, when the meal was done, the server said he would try to convince the owner to put more vegetarian options on the menu for the future. Even if this wasn't true, it was still a nice gesture, and I appreciate it.
Price:
The price is about 10 bucks per person (meal and drink). Actually in our case it WAS 10 bucks per person exactly. This may seem like a lot (I don't actually know since I don't eat Vietnamese food often, I'm just going by what some yelpers have said) But the portions of the food more than make up the cost margin.
The only problem is that the restaurant is cash only. There actually are signs that say "Cash Only" by the cash register so the 2 star review for here is totally wrong. But it's still an annoyance in this day and age.
5 Stars:
For the reasons stated above (mostly the service) I give this place 5 stars. I will definitely be back in the near future, just hopefully with more vegetarian options. -
Review from Michelle W.
Las Vegas, NV
I am a Bun Bo Hue addict. I almost always will prefer it over a hot bowl of Pho. Both can be very delicious when made by the right restaurant or mom, but the base flavor of Bun Bo Hue floats my boat more.
Bosa 1 is the only place in town that makes it this legit. Gone is your typical place of bean sprouts and scattered herbs because that is generally for Pho. Now the plate of greens is appropriately replaced with the proper "pairing" of delicately chopped cabbage, lettuce and fragrant herbs. When eaten with a wonderful bowl of bun Bo hue goodies of pork related products and rounding out with just a baby kick of spice, this bowl of noodles is good anytime of day or season.
Other items to note:
Cafe Sua Da - unique hazelnut flavored Vietnamese iced coffee
Nem Nuong Cuon - I know ya'll are brodard lovers but you can share some love here too. They too have a crispy deepfried stick of goodness inside.
Conclusion: Three items - Legit Bun Bo Hue, Nem Nuong Cuon and Unique Cafe Sua DaListed in: Hole in the Wall Lover (Nevada…
2 Previous Reviews: Show all »
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12/18/2010
Okay, I have to admit. I've been sucked in by the fantastic BUN BO HUE. Everything about it is… Read more »
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Review from Isabel F.
Torrance, CA
6/15/2011 1 Check-in Here
Our trip to Vegas could not be complete without trying one of the best Bún bò Hu (spicy beef soup) places. I must admit I was a bit disappointed that there was no Pho but I was up for the challenge of trying something new.
We started with an order of Vietnamese BBQ spring rolls with peanut sauce. The spring rolls were pretty yummy but nothing special. Next came the Bún bò Hu, I was a bit hesitant about trying the blood jelly. But everything else was tasty; the spicy broth was my favorite part of the meal. Service was fantastic, super friendly and knowledgeable.
P.s. This place is cash only.Listed in: Viva Las Vegas
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Review from Brent D.
Las Vegas, NV
8/6/2011
Food: Though still not as good as food from Little Saigon, this restaurant has the most authentic Vietnamese food I've had in Vegas. They have real broken rice, and it's good. The spring rolls were a bit bland (even with the sauce).
Service: Kinda weird. During the first half of our stay, we were being checked on every 10 minutes. During the latter half, we were kinda getting ignored. But you can't really expect excellent service from places like these.
Ambience: Hole-in-the-wall. Looks a bit messy; but that just makes it look all the more authentic :)
3 stars for average Vietnamese food, +1 star for broken rice. -
Review from David W.
Monterey Park, CA
1/8/2012 1 Check-in Here
This place is known for the Bun Bo Hue. The owner has another Vietnamese restaurant in Orange County, and expanded to this location in Chinatown. I came with a group and we ordered some Nem Nuong Cha Gio (Charboiled Pork Eggrolls), which were pretty good. The Bun Bo Hue turned out pretty good as well. The soup broth was nice n' hot with a lil spicy on top. Overall, good stuff. 4 stars.
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Review from Roryann C.
Henderson, NV
8/30/2011
Brein and I went with his parents and brother. It wasn't our first choice that evening but I am so glad we ended up here!
Everyone shared two orders of the Nem Nuong Cuon (Spring Rolls) and I got the Char Gior Thit Nuong (Egg Roll and Pork Vermicelli). But they were out of pork! So I substituted bbq chicken and it was GREAT! I will say my favorite thing was the salted lemonade. It was made with cured limes (almost rotted in salt), and club soda and sugar. It was right up my alley. Our server WAS THE BEST! He was great, had tons of personality and was very attentive. I will be back. And I will bring as many people as I can! -
Review from Steph L.
Los Angeles, CA
9/7/2011 1 Check-in Here
3 stars for their Bun Bo Hue.
So I decided to change things up a bit this time in Vegas. Instead of the usual Pho after a long night of alcohol abuse, I opted for the Bun Bo Hue (NOTE: NO Pho Here). Sad to say..it was a disappointment IMO. The soup base was kind of bland, it didn't have the spicy kick. There was a total of 1.5 pieces of pork blood?!? I guess that's ok in this case because it was quite dry and tasted like chalk.
However, the BF got a rice dish and it was pretty decent. But, the reason they get 4 stars is for their Coffee!! It has a hint of coconut flavor, it's freakin YUMM!!
Check-in through Yelp and get their coffee for $2!! -
Review from Tristan C.
Las Vegas, NV
8/9/2011 1 Check-in Here
First of all I have to thank the owner for having the courage to try something different. When you go to vietnamese restaurant you do not expect to be served by an african american, you expected a vietnamese that dont speak english very good to serve you.
Having said that, our server is very attentive. Seems to know the menu and on the ball. I only give them a 4 star because their nem nuong is not as good as los angeles quality and I crave some real nem nuong.
Their noodles are good and I just have to wait for next visit to try the bun bo hue that they said they are famous for.
But yah, if you are looking for different style, come to this place. Small, efficient and very good! -
Review from Russ V.
The sign was so Big, it caught my attention.. Why not, lets do it. When I think of Vietnamese food, I think of that soothing super hot Pho soup or that inexpensive cold cut Banh mi sub.. Not here!
Felt like having rice anyway:
Vietnamese BBQ Spring Rolls: Actually I wanted the Fried Egg Rolls But I guess I ordered this instead.. No problem.. 4 Fat pieces of unfried spring rolls and a complex looking peanut sauce. I had to take a bite without the sauce to taste what I was working with.. Oooh Very nice! Great pork/meaty flavor, a healthy dose of herbs/veggies and a crunchy roll of texture! What a touch of genius.. That roll (looked like a stick of cinnamon) but tasted like a sweet cracker and gave that soft roll that crunch that I desire from Fried Egg Rolls.. Very Noice! The peanut sauce, wasn't the ordinary plain, expected peanut sauce.. It was obvious just by looking at it. Well, whatever they put it in there made me an even happier camper! Awesome way to start!
62. BBQ Pork with Broken Rice plus Chinese Sausage: Several thin slices of golden brown pork, dark red slices of chinese sausage over a bed of Broken rice and sweet pickled daikon (type of radish), carrots and cucmber. On the side for dipping the bbq pork, my server actually made my fish sauce mix tableside (water, vinegar, sugar and fish sauce, plus a splash of chili). The pork was tender, had a light flavor and dipping it in the sauce was Money!! One of the few items that you'd find in my freezer are Chinese sausages. I buy frozen packages at the Asian markets, slice em' thin, lightly fry and eat them like popcorn. They're Really REALLLY GOOD! Theirs seemed to taste a tad better maybe because theirs are supposedly never frozen.. The sweet pickled veggies were fresh and balanced some of the fattiness from the meats beautifully. The broken rice's appealing naturally buttery note was a Bonus! Subtle But Noticeable. Very Delicous Dish!!
*Broken rice: Some history according to the server - Originally transporters from ancient times used to sift/throw away the "broken" grains of rice until it became so much that they decided to try cooking it themselves instead of wasting it. Come to find out, they discovered that it carried a different satisfying flavor. Now it's sold separately like a delicacy..
Pennywort Juice with Mung bean: Server told me that the this was formed from leaves that float like lily pads in the water and that they also add some coconut juice in it. If I were to blind taste this with Wheatgrass Juice, I wouldn't tell the difference except this had a grainy consistency. Not bad, I think it was healthy!
Service Beyond what I expected in terms of knowledge of the food, especially coming from an African American Server! What's up "Mo"! Super cool guy and a Very patient, Attentive and Easy to talk to. This place served up One of the better Vietnamese riced dishes and Rolls I've ever had. Value was there. Atmosphere was clean and typical Asian. Without a Doubt, I will be making my regular stops here from now on! -
Review from Emily R.
This place is pretty good.
I can't say I'm as impressed as a lot of other Yelpers seem to be. I've been here on a number of occasions in the past year and a half and I have noticed some positive changes in the layout of the restaurant in that time. It is much roomier and has a more modern and clean feel, which I appreciate. The service is also quite friendly.
The food is pretty good, but a little more expensive than a lot of other Vietnamese restaurants in town. The portions are generous, but I don't think the cuts of meat are so impressive that they warrant an $11 pricetag per entree.
The broken rice is pretty good and interesting and I do enjoy the Bun Bo Hue quite a bit, even though it is quite spicy. I'm a big fan of spice. The spicier the better in my book, but this soup is even slightly too spicy for me. If you get it, probably a great idea to share with your dining companion and also get a rice dish or appetizer, depending on how hungry you are. This might help with the spice quotient.
The vermacelli noodles leave quite a bit to be desired. One of my favorite dishes in Vietnamese cuisine is a yummy vermacelli bowl, but these noodles are a little thicker than I prefer and slightly overcooked as well. They have a slimy texture that I found a little unappealing.
All in all, this place is fine and dandy and I enjoy quite a few of the dishes here, it's just not the first place I think about when I'm in the mood for Vietnamese.Listed in: Viva Las Vegas, Westside, Ethnic Delectables, Let's Do Lunch, Southwest is Best
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Review from ann b.
Las Vegas, NV
3/30/2011
My cousins was right!!! This place is delicious. Quick and friendly. I like it already. Just to let you know... They take CASH ONLY!!! And is CLOSED on Thursday!!!
Bosa 1 has great menu selection which is a big plus. My favorites are the appetizers and Bun Bo Hue. You cant go wrong with this place I swear.
Bun Bo Hue is also a Laos dish as well. Its call Ka Poon. It is a Noodles soup dish with all different kind of vegetables to put in the soup. Big Plus if you like Vegetables like me.
There Appetizers is very different from other place and I THANK YOU Bosa 1 for taking your time to make them. It is VERY VERY DEEEElicious...
Y'ALL got to try the Vietnamese Spring Roll Or (can be call Summer Roll) ... its different I tell you. But the correct way to call it is Spring Roll. I do know some people are from different state/Country and will call them Summer Roll. (They are the same tho...)
Thats the website that will make you understand about the name more (Spring/Summer Rolls):
http://whatscookingame... -
Review from Regina P.
5/24/2011 1 Check-in Here
I adore this little Vietnamese restaurant with an authentic feel to the decor. The owners are super friendly. But what makes this place stands out from all the other Vietnamese restaurant is their Nem Nuong Cuon (Vietnamese BBQ Spring Rolls) under the appetizer section. Basically, it is a spring roll that consist of a strip of grilled pork patty, lettuce, vermicelli, and the crispy egg roll with no filling. Dip this roll into the special dipping sauce and after a bite, it's like an explosion of awesomeness in your mouth. This is a MUST try people. You will love it! I have not yet to find these grilled pork patty rolls anywhere else.
I must once again put emphasis on the best thing in Vegas...Grilled Pork Patty Rolls...MUST TRY!!! You will love them!!!! -
Review from Ken L.
3.5 stars.
Egg rolls and apps - crunchy egg rolls with shrimp are fun to eat and great to munch on while waiting for your main meal.
Soup dishes - Pho and Bun Bo Hue. 4 stars. Well made broth and noodles that are not overcooked like many places.
Rice dishes - many different varieties to eat your broken rice with. Choose from shrimp, charbroiled pork, fried shrimp cake, beef, pork chop etc. etc. 3.5 stars.
What I love most is the good service and very nice owner. The best thing there I think is the VIETNAMESE COFFEE a.k.a. Cafe Sua Da! They add a little bit of Vanilla flavor to it and it is so refreshingly good and more addicting than Starbucks!!Listed in: Las Vegas NV places to chk out
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Review from Katrina L.
San Diego, CA
6/29/2011
Came here after a long night at EDC. The bf and I were looking for pho to put some nutrition in our stomachs, and this place was perfect when we Yelped it.
We ordered the spring rolls with beef and the Bun Bo Hue, which seems to be one of the special dishes served here. And it DID NOT disappoint. I don't think I have bad better Bun Bo Hue in California. The pig knuckle is soft here, softer than I have ever had. And the broth is filled with spicy flavor. The bowl comes as a large and was good to fill both my bf and I.
The spring rolls with beef comes out warm, so don't be surprised. There is some type of crunchy tiny eggroll thing on the inside that gives this dish a distinct texture - I really like it and you need to try it!
The servers here are so sweet and give you a lot of attention. They don't hustle you for the bill, are funny, and fill your glass whenever it's half empty. I would drive from the Strip all the way out here just for this restaurant. When I am back in Vegas again I am definitly dropping by again! -
Review from Paul V.
Los Angeles, CA
5/13/2011 2 Check-ins Here
I've been to a few Vietnamese restaurants in Las Vegas, and none of it really compares with what we have in San Gabriel and Santa Ana. However, this place definitely does compete with it.
Com tam was good. The rice was moist and not dry like some of the other restuarants in the area. The eggrolls were crispy and tasty. They totally loaded up on the meat as well.
Bun Bo hue was excellent. It's actually one of the better ones I've had. The broth was light, and the noodles weren't overcooked. The meat in it was plentiful. -
Review from Edward H.
Arcadia, CA
3/9/2012
They sold this store but promised to email when new location is opened. Owner wanted a bigger place to expand the menu to incorporate pho and other often requested items.
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Review from Christopher S.
Las Vegas, NV
10/9/2011 1 Check-in Here
Ever since I watched Anthony Bourdain visit Vietnam and heaped praises on the bun bo hue prepared by the "Lunch Lady" street vendor in Saigon, I've always made an effort to try to sample this humble dish wherever I go. I tend to have a higher appreciation of dishes that are conceived using ingredients commonly discarded or overlooked rather than the high end stuff. Having read multiple stellar reviews and even with a separate sign outside the restaurant that simply says in all caps BUN BO HUE, it seems I had no choice but to sample their pho de resistance (a French-Vietnamese pun seems appropriate).
In the sitcom How I Met Your Mother, the main character Ted Moseby describes the impression that he makes on girls in the form of songs on the radio...."I'm not some easily digested top 40 pop song, I'm complex and require multiple listens... I'm Stairway to Heaven" Whereas beef and chicken pho are the top 40 hits of Vietnamese noodle soups, I feel that Bun Bo Hue is Stairway to Heaven requiring multiple tastings to discover new things to appreciate with each delicious bite.
A subtle yet rich beef/pork broth with deep notes of lemongrass and just the right touch of spice, the soup uses round chewy rice noodles akin to bucatini as opposed to the linguini-like counterpart in traditional pho. There are also various pieces of pork feet, pork bloodcake, steamed pork loaf, and beef shank and tendon. Further complexity is provided with vietnamese coriander, mint and some vietnamese herbs that escape my recollection. Finally, a fresh plate of colorful purple and green cabbage along with jullienned herbs and wedges of lime add bright notes of texture and tartness to complete the dish. The beauty of the dish is how each component is distinct yet not overpowering so that every tasty bite is a unique experience on their own. Of the various bun bo hue I've sampled, this one definitely ranks up with the best since none of the meat components including the pork blood cubes are overcooked (a common mistake) and the meat around the pork knuckle is particularly tender and flavorful.
Whereas some dishes will elicit a party in your mouth, this one will be a symphony in your mouth that strike all the right notes and may require or compel multiple tastings. Do remember to bring CASH! -
Review from Jade W.
Updated - 11/26/2010 4 Check-ins Here
Yes, they're getting the star bump!
Came in with the BF and we shared a rice plate and the cha gio eggrolls.
There's just something a little extra that boost their eggrolls above all the others. It's juicier inside yet still maintains it's crunch. The accompaniments are not overlooked: I havent found a place that gives you a mound of noodles for your rolls. The herbs- they give the standard mint, but there's this heart-ish shaped herb that has a red underbelly that I really like and I haven't found another place here that gives you that with your cha gio (usually it's these long fish smelling herb that I'm not fond of). Then the cucumber is thin spears making it roll ready and the lovely pickled radish carrot. This is where you go if you want a proper cha gio.
The plate is just as good as the last time so they definitely have a decent standard of consistency in their kitchen. Service is always friendly and the place is pleasant.
The BF swears he will not order broken rice anywhere else because he'll just be disappointed. Pretty big statement, but I totally get it- this place is a spot that is definitely worthy of being in the O.C., which is the place to go in the US for some real Viet gastronomic adventures (actually Bosa has a sister restaurant in Westminster- different name...can't recall right now).
Definitely glad I gave them a try after my failed attempts of visiting when they were closed- it is now a favorite.2 Previous Reviews: Show all »
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9/25/2010
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Review from Trina T.
Las Vegas, NV
Oh yeah. 5 stars all the way.
we come here regularly now, and the only thing I love to eat here--although their other dishes are fantastic--are those lovely cha gio rolls. I'm in love with them! We eat that for our meal, ordering one for each of us and another order of the shrimp ones. With spicy fish sauce you make yourself, throwing in some of the pickled veggies that come on the plate, it's heaven. Sheer heaven.
What gets to me about those rolls is the filling. It's flavorful, juicy, and yet the wrapper maintains that lovely crunch it should always have. With it wrapped in lettuce and some vermicelli noodles, just dip it in fish sauce with some sriracha and pickled carrot and radish, and you'll be in cha gio heaven.
The whole world blurs out during the time I'm working on my plate at that restaurant. I take a sip of penny wort and mung bean juice in between, get my fingers all soggy with fish sauce, and once it's done, I sit back, wipe my hands, and pat my belly.
Yes--I eat here at LEAST 3 times a week about an hour before they close, usually. It's small seating, so make sure you get there early on holidays and Fridays.
Is it worth going to this place when it's CASH ONLY ? Yes! Just break a bill at the casino and head over here. It's worth every mile you drive from wherever you are in Vegas, and worth every penny.
Oh, and make sure you try some fish cake and their soups. YUM!Listed in: Top Restaurants, Domo Origato Mr Robato in…
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6/22/2010
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Review from Raven L.
New York, NY
11/15/2010
Incredible service. Absolutely immaculate.
And the food is divine. My friend and I shared a large bowl of Bon Rieu. Mosis helped us understand the best ways to enjoy their exquisite dishes.
We asked him about the fish sauce, and he helped bring out all the flavours in the broken rice which came with #11. Also included were various delicacies, but what stuck out most was the Egg Quiche. YUM!
I drank the pennywort juice with mung bean, gritty to begin with (as foretold by mosis) and delicious all the way through.
What made our experience complete was a secret paste that Mosis brought to sort of saltify the soup- SO GOOD. I believe it was a specialty shrimp paste.
I really can't wait to enjoy Bosa 1 again, voted best vietnamese and with good reason! -
Review from Chris B.
4/4/2011 1 Check-in Here
There are sooo many vietnamese restaurants in Chinatown, Vegas but BOsa 1 has the best Bun Bo Hue imo. On my most recent trip here, my parents and I had the Bun Bo Hue and my sister had the nem nuong cuon which she said was pretty good.
I also ordered the young coconut drink which is served in a coconut. The drink was pretty good and even better you can scoop out the fresh coconut meat out of the shell.
There are so many reasons to go to Vegas, Bosa 1 is one of them. -
Review from Jakki K.
11/1/2011
We went here cuz everyone was saying how great it was....well I didnt find it amazing or anything it was just okay...I ordered rice vermicelli with shrimp paste, grilled shrimp and vegetables...It just tasted like any other place...maybe I should have ordered the bun bo hue...i dont think ill be coming back unless im craving bun bo hue....but all in all its okay, just for me its not "to die for"
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Review from Clint B.
Up until a few weeks ago the only Vietnamese food I ate was pho. I've just never been too excited about Vietnamese cuisine. Growing up I had a really good friend who was Vietnamese. Every time I would go over to his house his parents were cooking. Even if I stopped by late at night they were cooking. I never understood why. Being the Americanized kid I was, I didn't like the smell so maybe that turned me off to Vietnamese food.
I'm glad I'm finally getting into the cuisine because the stuff I've had recently was amazing. And cheap! I'm not sure what I like more -- the broken rice dishes or bún. The proteins served with the com tam and bún have been memorable. The grilled chicken and BBQ pork are so savory and delicious and their shrimp cakes and egg rolls are amazing. Servings are fairly large and the prices make it a great value.
Maybe if I could cook food like this I'd be cooking all night long just like my friend's parents.Listed in: Local Gems, LV Vietnamese spots
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Review from Huckleberry L.
Fountain Valley, CA
11/25/2011
I read about the strong recommendations for the bun bo hue here and decided to try a bowl before my trek back to Orange County.
The bun bo hue is pretty solid. The broth was tasty but probably could have used a bit more of a spice kick. Noodles was a little sparse but still adequate. Meat was tender but no pork blood because they apparently ran out.
The soy milk was fresh and the iced coffee was pretty good.
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Review from Henry C.
Huntington Beach, CA
12/26/2010
I love this place!!!
Bun Bo Hue, this place has the best. They don't make pho but why would you when you make Bun Bo ?hue so good.
Best Pig's blood I have had in Vegas, pork is tender and delish.
Soup is clean, spicy and oh so good! Really taste like the Bun Bo hue from Bosa area of Westminister.
Love it!Listed in: Best Lunch Specials around…
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Review from Jennifer L.
Orange County, CA
9/15/2010 2 photos
After a super epic fail at Hash House A Go Go (2+ hour wait) we decided to go for Round 2 of pho. The closest one was Bosa 1.
PLEASE NOTE: There is NO PHO here. Fail #2.
Anyhoo, I was pretty darn disappointed there wasn't pho. I browsed the menu and went with the broken rice with shredded pork and egg quiche. The people that run this place are fluent in English not to mention beyond friendly. The owners are originally from Garden Grove so they decided to name the place Bosa, after the infamous street Bolsa in OC. I like that they leave a small pitcher of fish sauce so you can concoct your own sauce. Their egg rolls weren't oily and tasted wonderful. Luckily, my friend gave me some of hers so I didn't have to order more.
HOLY mother of hell. This place makes quite possibly THE BEST com tam. The rice was actually broken rather than the traditional rice we all eat. The egg quiche was super thick, soft, and so juicy. Normally, places cook the egg quiche and let it sit out and you can tell by the crusty outer egg shell that starts to form. It was literally like biting into an egg custard. Party in your mouth let me tell ya! They also have this cute little vegetable arrangement for each plate. Sort of like a boat made out of lettuce with slices of cucumbers and pickled carrots and daikon. There is not one bad thing I can say about this place except maybe they should have a location here in the OC!
Come to Bosa 1 if you want phenomenal food and service. CASH ONLY! -
Review from darla o.
Las Vegas, NV
11/23/2011
Finally a good Vietnamese spot!!
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Review from Adam C.
Los Angeles, CA
4/6/2011 1 Check-in Here
Very good Vietnamese broken rice and great service. The restaurant was pretty quiet when we arrived on Saturday night around 8:30pm but that just meant faster service!
Spring rolls were excellent and the combination rice specials were excellent. The waiter even spent time explaining how the fish sauce was fermented and was really knowledgeable and friendly.
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Review from Frank M.
Las Vegas, NV
The last time I was here Bosa 1 was just recouperating from the fire damage and it was good then. Revisited the establishment recently and the food tasted even better.
We came here for one thing and that was the Cha Gio Eggrolls. Don't get me wrong though, the other dishes are excellent as well. But those egg rolls are addictive. The GF and I don't even share lol, we each get our own. Just thinking about it is making me want to go there now.
With the awsome egg rolls aside, they offer a series of combination dishes that are all great. When looking at the menu it seems that you can choose from a variety of different combinations of dishes and each section caters to how hungry you are. And the server can tell you about all of them.
On top of all this good food they have some ecellent beverages. This time there was a soda with macerated strawberries. It was great.
This is a cash only establishment and in my opinion that is cool.
