What to order at Cong Tu Bot

Must order
Pho ga chicken broth, then banh xeo with shrimp and pork.
Signature dishes
Pho ga, Banh xeo, Cha gio spring rolls
Editor tip
Wednesday to Saturday 17:00-21:00.
CuisineVietnamese
Price$$
Neighborhoodeast-bayside
HoursWed-Thu 17:00-21:00; Fri 17:00-22:00; Sat 11:00-14:00, 17:00-22:00; Sun 11:00-14:00, 17:00-21:00; Mon 17:00-21:00
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Signature dishes: Pho ga, Banh xeo, Cha gio spring rolls

Must order: Pho ga chicken broth, then banh xeo with shrimp and pork.

Tip: Wednesday to Saturday 17:00-21:00.

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