Tan Lac Vien Vietnamese Bistro 2114 Murray Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15217

"Stopped here for lunch and was not disappointed! We shared the shrimp fresh rolls which were tasty and refreshing. The dipping sauce was delicious. Following, we had the stir fried yellow curry noodles and the roast pork pho. Both were well seasoned, flavorful and extremely generous portions. Service was friendly and prices are very affordable."

"I got the beef pho ($15) and it was very good! They gave our table tons of bean sprouts which I appreciated. The pork egg rolls ($7) were also tasty. Our waiter was extremely nice and came back to check on our table frequently. I would definitely come back again. The only downside was that it was a little warm inside and I think if it was a hotter day outside it would’ve been pretty hot. If you go in the wintertime, though, the temperature shouldn’t be a problem."

"We had our diner and took beef pho, house’s chicken noodle and crispy chicken dumplings. Chicken dumplings were tasty. Chicken noodle was alright but didn’t like pho. Portions are large you won’t say I left hungry the restaurant. The service was a bit slow, waited long time for pho. The saloon of the restaurant lacks of light and you don’t feel comfortable."

"The service was great. The staff was really really nice. The fried spring rolls were delicious. I got the Beef Pho, and I liked it okay, but didn’t love it. I wouldn’t say don’t go here, def do. It’s a good spot, I’ve just had better pho elsewhere. I’ll still go back and try other items. My cousin said his was delicious."

"Pittsburgh’s BEST VIETNAMESE. A cozy eatery with very pleasant wait staff who actually know the food/menu. In several visits, I (and friends) have enjoyed all the fares. Start with either fresh rolls, pork spring rolls, and/or lemongrass tofu; dipping sauces range from sweet/lime with dash of fish sauce to silken chili/rice wine vinegar to the run of the mill Siracha to Vietnamese Hoisin sauce. For those who love veggies, the exquisite Lotus salad is fantastic. It comes with a lovely lime vinaigrette that livens the veggies and shrimp. There’s a great selection of Pho, all are great, the broths are very flavorful with a consistency resembling a French consommé which may be heated up to one’s capsicum tolerance (I recommend dashes of red & green fresh chilies). My favorite: made to order Veggie Pho in beef broth (Wow). Then there’s the selection of vermicelli wraps. Again, any on the list is excellent. But I’m partial to the Banh Xeo, a magnificent Vietnamese crepes stuffed with pork and shrimp. It comes with a tray of fresh veggies and leaves of Romaine lettuce to wrap pieces of the crepes and veggies. Spoon on the sauce, and enjoy the delicate flavors and various textures. Prices are very reasonable!"