Updated November 2026
Ha’s Snack Bar is the permanent Lower East Side home of the team behind Ha’s Đặc Biệt. The compact restaurant serves Vietnamese inspired food with French technique, seasonal produce and a thoughtful natural wine list. Its menu changes often, so the experience is built around discovery rather than fixed signature dishes.
Ha’s Snack Bar details
- Address: 297 Broome Street, New York, NY 10002
- Area: Lower East Side
- Best for: Creative small plates, seafood, natural wine and an intimate dinner
- Reservations: Available through Resy
- Walk ins: Welcomed when space allows
Service is focused on dinner. Opening nights and available tables can change, so check Resy before travelling.
Food and menu
The cooking draws on Vietnamese flavours while avoiding a rigid format. Seafood, herbs, rich sauces and crisp textures appear frequently. The menu follows the season and may be different on a return visit.
The photographed lobster with peas captures the restaurant’s approach. It looks generous and familiar, yet the presentation is precise. Other dishes lean into toast, pastry and layered savoury fillings.
Highlights
- Creative cooking: Vietnamese flavours meet modern New York restaurant technique.
- Seasonal menu: Regular changes keep the experience interesting.
- Intimate room: The small space creates energy and puts the food at the centre.
- Natural wine: The list supports the bold, savoury food.
Things to note
- The restaurant is small, so tables are limited.
- Reservations are now offered, which corrects the old walk in only advice.
- Dining times may be limited for smaller and larger parties.
- Do not rely on a specific dish being available because the menu changes.
Practical tips
- Check Resy for the current service schedule.
- Book ahead if your dates are fixed.
- Keep an open mind and order for the table to share.
- For more New York food ideas, read our L’Industrie pizza review.
- Another useful comparison is Joe’s Shanghai in Chinatown.
Ha’s Snack Bar photos
Frequently asked questions
Where is Ha’s Snack Bar?
It is at 297 Broome Street on the Lower East Side in New York City.
Does Ha’s Snack Bar take reservations?
Yes. Reservations are offered through Resy. Walk ins may also be welcomed when space permits.
Is the menu fixed?
No. The menu changes with the season and available produce.
The Brief Review verdict
Ha’s Snack Bar suits diners who enjoy inventive food and a compact, lively room. The changing menu is part of its appeal. Book ahead, share several plates and avoid arriving with one required dish in mind.