Nong La Cafe Menu
Welcome to Nong La Cafe, a charming Vietnamese eatery nestled in the heart of Sawtelle, Los Angeles. This cafe excels in crafting aromatic Vietnamese soups, with its signature Pho offerings like Pho Bo Vien and Pho Tai, served in a comforting, flavorful broth. Diners rave about the quality of ingredients, showcasing fresh herbs that elevate every bowl.
- Vegetarian and Vegan Options: While primarily focused on meat dishes, the menu includes delightful vegan desserts like Che Ba Mau.
- Casual Atmosphere: With its cozy indoor and heated outdoor seating, it’s perfect for groups or a quick lunch amidst the bustling neighborhood.
- All Ages Welcome: Families appreciate the kid-friendly environment and catering options, making it an ideal spot for gathering.
Whether you're in the mood for traditional soups or a fresh Banh Mi, Nong La Cafe delivers an authentic taste of Vietnam that will leave your palate satisfied and eager for more.
Dessert
Caramel Flan
Vietnamese caramel flan (Gluten-Free)
Che Ba Mau
Three color dessert with sweet red beans, yellow mung bean, water chestnut jelly, coconut cream over crushed ice. (Vegan)
Goi Cuon / Spring Rolls
Rice paper rolls with pork, shrimp, rice vermicelli, lettuce and fresh herbs. Served with peanut sauce. 2 pieces.
Goi Cuon / Veggie Spring Rolls
Rice paper rolls with tofu, organic varietal oyster mushrooms, rice vermicelli, lettuce and fresh herbs. Served with peanut sauce. 2 pieces.
Cha Gio / Crispy Egg Rolls
Ground pork, shrimp, carrots, glass noodles and shallots delicately fried to a golden brown. Served with fish sauce, pickled carrots/daikon, fresh lettuce and mint.
SNACKS
SOUPS
Pho Bo Vien / Beef Ball
Beef balls in aromatic beef broth with fresh rice noodles and topped with white onions, green onions, and cilantro. Served with a side of fresh herbs.
Pho Tai / Filet Mignon
Thinly sliced rare filet mignon in aromatic beef broth with fresh rice noodles and topped with white onions, green onions, and cilantro. Served with a side of fresh herbs.
Pho Tai Bo Vien / Filet Mignon & Beef Balls
Thinly sliced rare filet mignon and beef balls in aromatic beef broth with fresh rice noodles and topped with white onions, green onions, and cilantro. Served with a side of fresh herbs.
Pho Dac Biet / Filet Mignon, Brisket, Tripe & Beef Balls
Thinly sliced rare filet mignon, brisket, tripe, and beef balls in aromatic beef broth with fresh rice noodles and topped with white onions, green onions, and cilantro. Served with a side of fresh herbs.
Pho Ga / Chicken
Free-range chicken in aromatic chicken broth with fresh rice noodles and topped with white onions, green onions, and cilantro. Served with a side of fresh herbs.
Pho Chay / Vegan
Tofu & organic varietal oyster mushrooms with carrots and daikon in aromatic vegetarian broth with fresh rice noodles and topped with white onions, green onions, and cilantro. Served with a side of fresh herbs. (Vegan)
Side of Pho Noodles
Add an extra side of Pho Noodles.
Side of Bun Vermicelli Noodles
Add an extra side of Bun Vermicelli Noodles.
Side of Beef Broth Soup Only, Small Size
Add a small side of aromatic beef broth. This is the soup only, no noodles.
Side of Chicken Broth Soup Only, Small Size
Add a small side of aromatic chicken broth. This is the soup only, no noodles.
Side of Veggie Broth Soup Only, Small Size
Add a small side of aromatic veggie broth. This is the soup only, no noodles.
Bun Bo Hue / Spicy Beef Noodle Soup
Fragrant lemongrass spicy beef soup with vermicelli noodles, pork patty and beef shank. Topped with white onions, green onions and cilantro. Served with a side of herbs.
Side of Bun Bo Hue Soup Soup Only, Small Size
Add a small side of fragrant spicy lemongrass beef soup. This is a side of soup only, no noodles.
SOUP SPECIALTIES
COM / RICE
Com Thit / Pork
Grilled pork with jasmine rice served with a side of cucumber, pickled carrots/daikon and fish sauce.
Com Bo / Steak
Grilled lemongrass & sesame steak with jasmine rice served with a side of cucumber, pickled carrots/daikon and fish sauce.
Com Ga / Chicken
Grilled lemongrass free-range chicken with jasmine rice served with a side of cucumber, pickled carrots/daikon and fish sauce.
Com Chay / Vegetarian
Fried tofu & organic varietal oyster mushrooms with jasmine rice served with a side of cucumber, pickled carrots/daikon and fish sauce.Please ask for veggie sauce if needed. Our veggie sauce is vegan friendly.
Side of Jasmine Rice
Add a side of jasmine rice.
Banh Mi Thit / Pork
Grilled pork in a 12 warm french baguette served with house mayo, pickled carrots/daikon, cilantro and jalapenos.
Banh Mi Bo / Steak
Grilled lemongrass & sesame steak in a 12 warm french baguette served with house mayo, pickled carrots/daikon, cilantro and jalapenos.
Banh Mi Ga / Chicken
Grilled lemongrass free-range chicken in a 12 warm french baguette served with house mayo, pickled carrots/daikon, cilantro and jalapenos.
Banh Mi Thit Xiu / Pork Belly
Braised pork belly slices in a 12 warm french baguette served with house mayo, pickled carrots/daikon, cilantro and jalapenos.
Banh Mi Chay / Vegetarian
Grilled tofu & varietal oyster mushrooms in a 12 warm french baguette served with house mayo, pickled carrots/daikon, cilantro and jalapenos.
BANH MI / SANDWICHES
BUN / NOODLE SALADS
Bun Cha Gio / Egg Rolls
3 crispy egg rolls (contains shrimp & pork) with cold vermicelli noodles served on a bed of lettuce, fresh herbs, cucumbers, bean sprouts, pickled carrots/daikon and peanuts. Served with fish sauce.
Bun Thit / Pork
Grilled pork with cold vermicelli noodles served on a bed of lettuce, fresh herbs, cucumbers, bean sprouts, pickled carrots/daikon and peanuts. Served with fish sauce.
Bun Thit Cha Gio / Pork & Egg Roll
Grilled pork and crispy egg roll (contains shrimp & pork) with cold vermicelli noodles served on a bed of lettuce, fresh herbs, cucumbers, bean sprouts, pickled carrots/daikon and peanuts. Served with fish sauce.
Bun Bo / Steak
Grilled lemongrass & sesame steak with cold vermicelli noodles served on a bed of lettuce, fresh herbs, cucumbers, bean sprouts, pickled carrots/daikon and peanuts. Served with fish sauce.
Bun Bo Cha Gio / Steak & Egg Roll
Grilled lemongrass & sesame steak and crispy egg roll (contains shrimp & pork) with cold vermicelli noodles served on a bed of lettuce, fresh herbs, cucumbers, bean sprouts, pickled carrots/daikon and peanuts. Served with fish sauce.
Bun Ga / Chicken
Grilled lemongrass free-range chicken with cold vermicelli noodles served on a bed of lettuce, fresh herbs, cucumbers, bean sprouts, pickled carrots/daikon and peanuts. Served with fish sauce.
Bun Ga Cha Gio / Chicken & Egg Roll
Grilled lemongrass free-range chicken and crispy egg roll (contains pork & shrimp) with cold vermicelli noodles served on a bed of lettuce, fresh herbs, cucumbers, bean sprouts, pickled carrots/daikon and peanuts. Served with fish sauce.
Bun Chay / Vegetarian
Grilled tofu & varietal oyster mushrooms with cold vermicelli noodles served on a bed of lettuce, fresh herbs, cucumbers, bean sprouts, pickled carrots/daikon and peanuts. Served with fish sauce.Please ask for veggie sauce if needed. Our veggie sauce is vegan friendly.
Bun Chay Cha Gio / Vegetarian & Egg Roll
Grilled tofu & varietal oyster mushrooms and crispy egg roll (CONTAINS PORK & SHRIMP - We do not have a crispy vegetarian option) with cold vermicelli noodles served on a bed of lettuce, fresh herbs, cucumbers, bean sprouts, pickled carrots/daikon and peanuts. Served with fish sauce.Please ask for veggie sauce if needed. Our veggie sauce is vegan friendly.
Cafe Black
Iced Black Vietnamese Coffee
Cafe Sua / Cafe with Condensed Milk
Iced Vietnamese Coffee with Condensed Milk
Tra Lanh / Iced Tea
Iced Tropical Green Tea or Iced Black
Soda Chanh / Sparkling Lemonade
Fresh Squeezed Sparkling Lemonade
Nuoc Chanh / Lemonade
Fresh Squeezed Lemonade
Tra Dac Biet / Passion Fruit Tea
Homemade Passion Fruit Iced Tea
Tra Thai / Thai Tea
Thai Iced Tea
Soda Can - 7Up / Coke / Diet Coke
Nuoc Lanh / Bottle Water
20oz Bottled Water
