Creative Vietnamese plates and excellent cocktails in a small, stylish space; food is inventive but service can be slow and uneven.
Co Nam excels with standout food quality—particularly garlic noodles, creative bao, and balanced cocktails—and a stylish, warm setting that draws neighborhood crowds. However, inconsistent execution on pho and mains combined with unreliable service pacing and occasional delays prevent a higher grade. This contemporary Vietnamese spot delivers inventive flavors worth experiencing, though expect variable execution at busy times.
One caveat: Service delays and staggered courses are reported with some frequency