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Mai Lee

Mai Lee

8396 Musick Memorial Dr, St Louis, United States Of America, 93144

Casual • Chinese • Catering • Vietnamese


"Located at 8396 Musick Memorial Drive, Mai Lee is a delightful blend of Vietnamese and Chinese culinary offerings. **Decor: Understated Simplicity** Upon entering Mai Lee, you might notice that the decor is quite basic, featuring standard tables, wallpaper, and flooring. The ambiance is unpretentious and straightforward, putting the focus squarely on the food. **Service: Unassuming Efficiency** The service at Mai Lee is simple and efficient. You're promptly greeted, your order is taken, and then it’s pretty much up to you to enjoy your meal. While the personalized touch might be lacking, the efficiency ensures that the experience centers around the food. **Food: A Flavorful Delight** Mai Lee came highly recommended, especially for its pho and other Vietnamese dishes, and I found it lived up to the hype. In a city where authentic East Asian flavors can be hard to find, Mai Lee stands out. I chose the Pad Thai as my test dish, and it exceeded my expectations. The Thai-style rice noodles, stir-fried with a combination of beef, chicken, shrimp, and a selection of vegetables, were topped with peanuts and served with fish sauce, creating a delightful symphony of flavors. My girlfriend ordered the #60: Bun Xao Rau Cai, consisting of vermicelli noodles adorned with a stir-fried mix of vegetables and crushed peanuts, all beautifully intertwined with a sate sauce. Both dishes were impressive in taste and authenticity. **Night's Highlight: Encountering a Saint Louis Legend** To top off our evening, we were thrilled to share our meal in the company of the wonderful Nikki Glaser, a true gem of Saint Louis. We couldn't help but share a playful moment reminiscent of "Lady and the Tramp" while enjoying our fantastic meal with a dose of comedy royalty. In summary, while Mai Lee may not dazzle you with opulent decor or extravagant service, it certainly offers a culinary experience where flavor takes center stage. For anyone looking for an authentic East Asian dining experience in St. Louis, this hidden gem is worth a visit. With delectable dishes that strike all the right chords, it’s an adventure that will leave your taste buds celebrating."

Pho Sizzle Rolled Ice Cream Bubble Tea

Pho Sizzle Rolled Ice Cream Bubble Tea

5880 Trussville Crossing Blvd #100, 35235, Birmingham, US, United States

Tea • Asian • Curry • Ice Cream


"After a long shopping trip at a department store in the same plaza, we decided to give Pho Sizzle a shot for dinner. I'm a big fan of pho (if I had to eat one dish for the rest of my life, that's what it would be) and my wife can usually find something she'd enjoy on any menu. She was really excited to try their ice cream, but upon entering we saw a sign saying they weren't offering any that day. Big disappointment, but things happen. We ordered crab rangoons and spring rolls for appetizers I enjoyed both; my wife disliked the crab rangoons, which I'll admit tasted nothing like any other crab rangoon I've ever tried, and thought the spring rolls were fine. For entrees, I ordered pho thai (pho with thin beef) and she ordered chow ho fun after seeing a photo that looked tempting online of another patron's dish at Pho Sizzle. My pho broth was uncharacteristically sweet tasting and none of the usual additions were provided, like sweet thai basil and bean sprouts. I would have asked for some, but I knew there was no way either of those would change just how much I disliked the broth. My wife's dish looked, smelled and tasted unappetizing, both on her account and mine. We decided not to eat our meals after a few bites, which is something we never do. Our sweet server noticed and offered to get us other meals but we had to decline, as we had really doubted we'd enjoy anything else after such big misses."