Lúa Vietnamese sits on Kensington Avenue in North Philadelphia, keeping its menu tight around a lunch combo format: a banh mi and drink, a rice dish and drink, or an eye-round rare steak beef pho with a drink. It's a neighborhood-facing setup rather than a sprawling one.
Regulars describe an owner and staff who bring a personal touch to the place, and Lúa has developed a reputation as an underappreciated find for Vietnamese food in the area, even as some note that execution can vary from dish to dish. Parking in the area is a common complaint among visitors.
Regulars describe an owner and staff who bring a personal touch to the place, and Lúa has developed a reputation as an underappreciated find for Vietnamese food in the area, even as some note that execution can vary from dish to dish. Parking in the area is a common complaint among visitors.