Chef Papa Vietnamese Kitchen LIC Menu

Welcome to Chef Papa Vietnamese Kitchen LIC, a delightful gem nestled at 42-44 Crescent St, Long Island City, NY. This charming eatery is gaining acclaim for its authentic Vietnamese cuisine and inviting atmosphere. Diners rave about the diverse menu offerings, which beautifully balance traditional flavors with innovative twists.

  • Calamari: A standout dish praised for its lightness and incredible flavor.
  • Pho and Vermicelli: Crafted with care, these comfort dishes are sure to satisfy any craving.
  • Banh Beo and Chao Tom: Perfect for those seeking bold and well-seasoned plates.
  • Dragon Fruit Cocktail: A refreshing beverage that adds a unique touch to your meal.

The ambiance is warm and welcoming, complemented by attentive staff who enhance your dining experience. Whether you're a local or visiting, Chef Papa is a must-try destination for Vietnamese cuisine.

Chef Papa Vietnamese Kitchen - Appetizers

Fried Spring Rolls

3 rolls. Shrimp & pork or vegetables

US$12.65

Summer Rolls

1 rolls. Shrimp or tofu with peanut sauce

US$11.50

Beef Summer Rolls

1 rolls. Ribeye beef summer rolls with homemade sauce

US$14.95

Crispy Summer Rolls

1 roll. Fresh shrimp summer rolls with fried shrimp & pork spring roll inside with peanut sauce

US$13.80

Vietnamese Crepe

Banh xeo with shrimp, pork, & yellow bean

US$19.55

Pork Skewers

Vietnamese pork skewers, (Nem Nuong)

US$13.80

Sugarcane Shrimp

3 piece of Vietnamese sugarcane shrimp (Chao tom)

US$14.95

Mini Pancakes

Vietnamese mini pancakes w/ Shrimp & minced pork, topped with scallion. Banh Knot.

US$13.80

Steamed Rice Cakes

Vietnamese steamed rice cakes, w/ dried shrimp, minced pork, scallion, and mung beans.

US$13.80

Fried Salt & Pepper Squid

Fried calamari with salt & pepper

US$20.70

Crispy Wings

6 pieces. Fried chicken wings with homemade sauce

US$18.40

Truffle Fries

French fries with truffle oil and parmesan cheese

US$13.80

Cajun Fries

French fries with Cajun seasoning and parmesan cheese

US$13.80

Leek Pancake

Crispy pancake with leeks, typically includes a soy dipping sauce.

US$12.65

Chef Papa Vietnamese Kitchen - Finger Foods

Chef Papa Vietnamese Kitchen - Salads

Shrimp Salad

Shrimp salad w/ cabbage, mint, basil, Thai chili, fish sauce, and vinegar dressing.

US$18.40

Chicken Salad

Chicken salad w/ cabbage, mint, basil, Thai chili, fish sauce, and vinegar dressing.

US$16.10

Classic Banh Mi

Grilled minced pork, pork belly, Vietnamese ham, & pate

US$14.95

Grilled Minced Pork Banh Mi

Vietnamese ham & minced pork

US$13.80

Grilled Pork Chop Banh Mi

Marinated grilled pork chop, house mayo, liver pate, pickled carrots, cucumber, jalapeno, and cilantro served on a Vietnamese baguette.

US$13.80

Grilled Lemongrass Chicken Banh Mi

Marinated lemongrass chicken, house mayo, pate, pickled daikon and carrots, cucumber, jalapenos, and cilantro on a Vietnamese baguette.

US$13.80

Grilled Lemongrass Beef Banh Mi

Grilled lemongrass beef, pate, mayonnaise, pickled carrots and daikon, cucumber, jalapenos, and fresh cilantro on a Vietnamese baguette.

US$20.70

Saute Tofu & Mushroom Banh Mi

Sauteed tofu and mushrooms on a crispy baguette, typically with Vietnamese mayo, pickled carrots and daikon, cucumber, cilantro, and jalapeno.

US$13.80

Chef Papa Vietnamese Kitchen - Vietnamese Sandwich

Chef Papa Vietnamese Kitchen - Pho

Signature Pho

Beef pho broth with rare eye round beef, brisket, tendon, & beef ball

US$21.85

Wagyu Pho

Japanese A5 wagyu stips, topped with savory beef pho soup

US$39.10

Short Rib Pho

Beef pho broth with sliced short rib off the bone

US$31.05

Regular Pho

Beef pho broth with sliced brisket

US$19.55

Pork Chop Pho

Beef pho broth with cut up pieces of grilled pork chop

US$20.70

Seafood Pho

Seafood pho broth with shrimp, scallop, mussel, squid

US$29.90

Chicken Pho

Chicken pho broth with grilled lemongrass chicken

US$19.55

Vegetable Pho

Vegetable pho broth with tofu, carrot, broccoli, mushroom, zucchini

US$18.40

Beef Stew

Vietnamese beef stew w/ beef, carrot, and vermicelli noodles. (Bo Kho)

US$24.15

Bun Rieu

Vietnamese rice noodle soup flavored with tomatoes, shrimp paste, fish sauce, and pork broth. comes w/ fried tofu and crab meat.

US$23.00

Yellow Curry

Vietnamese-style yellow curry w/ chicken and vermicelli noodles. (Ca Ri Ga)

US$23.00

Bun Bo Hue

Spicy beef broth w/ shrimp paste, brisket, beef shank, Vietnamese pork ham, and pork knuckles.

US$23.00

Chef Papa Vietnamese Kitchen - Soup And Noodles

Chef Papa Vietnamese Kitchen - Rice Dishes

Grilled Pork Chop Rice

Signature marinated grilled pork chops over rice with pickled vegetables, fried egg, & fish sauce

US$21.85

Grilled Lemongrass Chicken Rice

Marinated lemongrass chicken over rice with pickled vegetables, fried egg, fish sauce

US$20.70

Grilled Lemongrass Beef Rice

Marinated lemongrass ribeye beef over rice with pickled vegetables, & fish sauce

US$33.35

Fried Rice

Vietnamese-style fried rice w/ shrimp, sausage, egg, fish sauce & soy sauce.

US$20.70

BBQ Pork Vermicelli

Vermicelli with barbecue pork, lettuce, cucumber, pickled carrots, mint, and nuoc mam (Vietnamese fish sauce).

US$21.85

Grilled Pork Chop Vermicelli

Grilled pork chop served over vermicelli noodles with lettuce, pickled carrots, cucumber, mint, bean sprouts, peanuts, and fish sauce.

US$21.85

Grilled Lemongrass Beef Vermicelli

Grilled lemongrass-marinated beef served over vermicelli noodles with lettuce, cucumber, bean sprouts, pickled carrots, mint, peanuts, and fish sauce.

US$31.05

Grilled Lemongrass Chicken Vermicelli

Grilled lemongrass chicken, pickled carrots, cucumbers, fresh herbs, bean sprouts, crispy shallots, peanuts, and house-made fish sauce on vermicelli.

US$20.70

Saute Fried Tofu & Mushroom Vermicelli

Sauteed fried tofu and mushrooms served over vermicelli noodles, accompanied by lettuce, cucumber, pickled carrots, mint, and crushed peanuts, topped with fried shallots and a light soy sauce dressing.

US$18.40

Chef Papa Vietnamese Kitchen - Vietnamese Vermicelli

Chef Papa Vietnamese Kitchen - Sharable Entrees

Shaking Beef

Shaking Beef, tomato, pickled unions, bell pepper, with a side of jasmine rice (Bo Luc Lac)

US$36.80

Caramelized Pork & Egg

Caramelized pork belly & egg w/ a side of jasmine white rice

US$23.00

Caramelized Sweet & Salty Salmon

Vietnamese caramelized sweet & salty salmon topped w/ black pepper

US$33.35

Vietnamese Iced Coffee

Rich Vietnamese coffee with sweetened condensed milk over ice.

US$7.48

Thai Iced Tea

Thai Iced Tea: A refreshing blend of black tea, spices, and sweetened condensed milk over ice.

US$6.32

Thai Lime Tea

Brewed Thai tea with a hint of lime. Typically includes black tea, sugar, and condensed milk.

US$6.32

Pink Rose Tea

A soothing blend of traditional tea and delicate rose petals, offering a subtle floral aroma and a gentle, refreshing taste.

US$6.32

Yuzu Soda

Sparkling water infused with the tart and fragrant flavor of yuzu, a citrus fruit commonly found in Japanese cuisine.

US$7.48

Lychee Soda

Sparkling soda infused with lychee syrup and whole lychee fruit.

US$7.48

Lychee Thai Iced Tea

Black tea brewed with sugar and milk, infused with lychee flavor, served over ice.

US$7.48

Salted Lemon Soda

Traditional Vietnamese drink. Salted, pickled lemon served iced with sweetened soda water.

US$7.48

Sugar Cane Juice

Freshly pressed sugar cane juice, naturally sweet and refreshing.

US$5.75

Soda

Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, ginger ale, Sunkist, Canada dry seltzer

US$3.45

Saratoga Bottled Water

Purified water enhanced with minerals for a pure and fresh taste.

US$10.35

Saratoga Sparkling Water

Natural mineral water with added carbonation, offering a crisp and refreshing taste.

US$10.35

Chef Papa Vietnamese Kitchen - Beverages

Chef Papa Vietnamese Kitchen - Dessert

Mochi Ice Cream

Sweet Japanese treat with a soft, gooey rice cake exterior encasing creamy and flavorful ice cream.

US$12.36

Mango Sticky Rice

Traditional Thai dessert, sticky rice paired with juicy mango, drizzled in creamy coconut sauce.

US$13.80

Fried Banana With Coconut Ice Cream

US$17.25

Add Extra Pate

Add extra pate: Typically includes a rich, smooth spread made from seasoned ground meat, often liver, to enhance your dish.

US$2.30

Add Extra Bone Marrow (1 Piece)

Bone marrow, typically roasted or simmered, to enhance your main dish with rich, savory flavors.

US$9.20

Add Extra Grilled Pork Chop (1 Piece)

Grilled pork chop marinated in lemongrass and honey, served as an extra piece.

US$8.05

Add Extra Grilled Lemongrass Chicken (1 Piece)

Grilled lemongrass-marinated chicken piece, typically served as an add-on to a main dish.

US$8.05

Add Extra Beef Balls

Typically includes beef meatballs as an additional protein for your Vietnamese dish.

US$8.05

Add Extra Round Eye Beef

Sliced eye round beef, typically added to enhance noodle soups or rice dishes.

US$6.90

Add Extra Brisket

Slices of tender brisket, typically slow-cooked, to enhance your main dish.

US$6.90

Add Extra Tendon

Extra tendon typically includes soft, seasoned beef tendon.

US$8.05

Add Extra Noodles

Extra noodles typically include options like pho noodles, egg noodles, lo mein noodles, vermicelli noodles, thick noodles, or rice noodles.

US$4.60

Add Extra Rice

A serving of steamed white rice, typically used as an add-on to complement your main dish.

US$3.45

Add Extra Beef Pho Soup

Beef pho soup typically includes a rich beef broth made from natural beef bones, often accompanied by beef balls and short ribs.

US$4.60

Add Extra Chicken Pho Soup

Extra chicken pho soup: Sliced chicken breast typically served with rice noodles, onions, cilantro, and scallions in a rich chicken broth.

US$4.60

Add Extra Vegetables Pho Soup

Extra vegetables for pho soup typically include broccoli, zucchini, bok choy, mushrooms, onions, and cabbage. Enhance your pho with this assortment of fresh vegetables.

US$4.60

Add Extra Baguette

Extra Baguette: A simple, crusty Vietnamese baguette.

US$4.60

Add Extra Fried Egg

Fried egg typically added to enhance main dishes, providing a rich and savory touch.

US$3.45

Add Extra Sliced Onions

Sliced onions to complement your dish.

US$2.30

Add Extra Scallion

Freshly chopped scallions to enhance your dish.

US$2.30

Add Extra Peanut Sauce

Thick dark brown sauce with crushed peanuts on top. Not gluten-free.

US$1.15

Add Extra Hoisin Sauce (1 Takeout Packet)

Extra hoisin sauce packet for your order.

US$0.58

Add Extra Sriracha Sauce (1 Takeout Packet)

Add extra sriracha sauce packet to your order.

US$0.58

Add Extra Mayonnaise

Extra mayonnaise: Add extra mayonnaise to your order.

US$1.15

Add Extra Ketchup

Add extra ketchup to your order.

US$0.58

Add Extra Spicy Mayonnaise

Spicy mayonnaise, typically made with Japanese mayo and sriracha, adds a mild heat to your dish.

US$1.15

Add Extra Bean Sprouts

Add extra bean sprouts to your order.

US$1.15

Add Extra Lime

Add additional lime slices to your order.

US$1.15

Add Extra Jalapeno

Add extra jalapeno slices to your order.

US$1.15

Add Extra Basil

Add extra basil to your order.

US$1.15

Add Extra Lettuce

Extra lettuce: Add additional fresh lettuce to your order.

US$3.45

Add Extra Mint

Add extra mint to your order.

US$1.15

Add Extra Pickled Carrots

Pickled carrots, typically tangy and slightly sweet, to enhance your dish.

US$1.15

Add Extra Cilantro

Add extra cilantro to your order.

US$1.15

Add Extra Pork Knuckles

Pork knuckles typically include tender meat with a mix of skin and cartilage.

US$5.75

Add Extra Vietnamese Pork Ham

Extra Vietnamese pork ham: Slices of traditional Vietnamese ground pork ham, known as nem nuong, typically added to enhance your main dish.

US$5.75

Add Extra Beef Shank

Extra beef shank typically includes tender, slow-cooked cuts of beef shank.

US$5.75

Add Extra Shrimp Paste

Shrimp paste typically includes ground shrimp mixed with spices and seasonings. Often used in Vietnamese cuisine to enhance flavor in various dishes.

US$2.30

Add Extra Fish Sauce

Fish sauce: Typically includes a blend of fermented fish and salt, used as a dipping sauce for spring rolls, grills, and vermicelli.

US$1.15

Add Extra Vegetable Pho Toppings (Broccoli, Zucchini, Mushroom, Carrots, And Tofu)

Broccoli, zucchini, mushrooms, carrots, and tofu typically added to pho.

US$6.90

Chef Papa Vietnamese Kitchen - Extra Add-On

Chef Papa Vietnamese Kitchen - Lunch Special Menu

Lunch Special Set A

Lunch Special Set A: Choice of Fried Spring Rolls (Shrimp & Pork OR Vegetable) 2 Rolls OR Summer Rolls (Shrimp OR Pork) 1 Roll Signature Pho Choice of Thai iced tea OR Vietnamese Iced Coffee

US$28.75

Lunch Special Set B

Lunch Special Set A: Choice of Fried Spring Rolls (Shrimp & Pork OR Vegetable) 2 Rolls OR Summer Rolls (Shrimp OR Pork) 1 Roll Choice of grilled porkchop over rice OR grilled lemongrass chicken over rice Choice of Thai iced tea OR Vietnamese Iced Coffee

US$25.30

Lunch Special Set C

Lunch Special Set A: Choice of Fried Spring Rolls (Shrimp & Pork OR Vegetable) 2 Rolls OR Summer Rolls (Shrimp OR Pork) 1 Roll Classic Banh Mi Sandwich Choice of Thai iced tea OR Vietnamese Iced Coffee

US$23.00