Bánh cuốn—steamed rice crepes filled with ground pork—is a delicate Northern Vietnamese breakfast specialty. NYC offers this at select establishments.

Banh (Upper West Side) Hidden Gem

Banh (Upper West Side) **They serve Hanoi-style banh cuon — silky steamed rice rolls filled with seasoned pork and wood ear mushrooms, topped with fried shallots. The rice sheets

Pho Grand Hidden Gem

Pho Grand **Their version is solid and traditional, served with dipping sauce and fresh herbs. A reliable Chinatown option.

Hanoi House Hidden Gem

Hanoi House **The rice rolls are thin and delicate, filled with the traditional pork and mushroom mixture. Served with fried shallots and fish sauce. Banh cuon are steamed rice flour crepes filled