What a great place. I walked from my hotel and it was about a 10 min stroll. I was craving some…read moreAsian food and this is a small quaint place. The food was awesome and so was the service! I had the chili pork dumplings and Mongolian beef. It all came out freshly made and super hot. She recommended the chili pork dumplings and they were fire!! So good. The flavor, spice, and sauce were on point. I would have 5 orders of these. I forgot the pic but I had the Mongolian beef lunch deal and it was also great. Portion was good the flavor was on point, not too much sauce, great spices, The service was quick, the two ladies were so nice and respectful and funny. Great time and meal before I headed out.

I got food to go. We got an appetizer, Hong Kong BBQ pork bun, which neither of us liked. It is a…read morefluffy soft bun filled with pork. We ordered a Pad Thai Shrimp and Thai Drunken combo- beef, chicken and shrimp. These dishes were good. I liked the flavors of the Thai Drunken combo. My boyfriend ate his whole dish, the Pad Thai shrimp, so I didn't get a taste. He said we probably won't order from them again, but it is close by and it tasted good. The staff was friendly and quick. The guy after me asked for hot sauces. So then I knew to ask for them. They didn't offer, but once I asked, they gave them to me.

Best Pho in north county! We eat here at least 2-3 times a month. Trina, Tina, and Cindy are the…read morebest. Service is impeccable, they always make you feel at home. Everything is delicious. My goto is B10, but I will also order the Rare Steak Pho when I'm feeling under the weather.

We were in the Vista area and had lunch at this Vietnamese restaurant. It met all the check boxes…read moreas far as the location where we needed to be and it had plenty of positive reviews. It's a good size dining room with many tables and a few booths. The service was very friendly. It looked like a small family owned business. We arrived early during lunch on a Sunday and was one of the only groups there. But it did fill up pretty quickly after that! We started off with appetizers and probably ordered a little too much. The seasoned cucumbers looked interesting so we got an order of those. It ended up being big chunks of cucumbers in a soy sauce marinade. It was just alright and not super tasty or anything. I have to admit, I have made more flavorful cucumbers at home. Perhaps it was the type of cucumber which was not my favorite. They used regular American cucumbers instead of English or Persian cucumbers, which I prefer. We also ordered the fish sauce fried chicken wings. They were decent but nothing to write home about. We also had a couple orders of eggrolls. Of the three appetizers, this one was the tastiest. The one thing I wish they provided with the egg rolls is lettuce and herbs to wrap the egg rolls with. Instead, there was a little side of pickled cabbage and carrots. For our main entrées, we ordered bun bo hue. It was pretty good and I finished most of it. It came with your basic items and not a lot of meat. There was no pork hock or anything like that. Tendon was probably the most different type of meat in there. We also had the combination fried rice, vermicelli noodles and grilled pork, and broken rice with grilled pork with a fried egg. Sure, I'd return if I was in the area again and craving Vietnamese food.

Whether I dine in or pick up, Mendocino Farms never fails to deliver a great meal and wonderful…read morecustomer service. The staff is always friendly and personable, and the restaurant is usually clean and well-kept, which I really appreciate! My favorite order right now is the "Not So Fried" Chicken Sandwich. Between the toasted ciabatta, Mendo's Krispies, Mustard Pickle Slaw, and herb aioli, it's a divine mix of flavors. A side of the mustard remoulade totally elevates the dipping game! I'm also currently obsessed with their Spicy Curried Couscous! I do wish the "large" size of the Spicy Curried Couscous was a bit bigger since it feels more like a medium to me, but everything else is on point. Overall, Mendocino Farms has great food, awesome service, and is a place I always enjoy coming back to. Looking forward to my next visit!

I'm here for their seasonal Heirloom BLT. I've ordered it 5 times within two weeks. It's a…read moreseasonal item so I'm trying to get my fill before it's gone. The bacon is cut up into bits. The tomato slices are hearty. (One time the tomato slice was 1inch thick!) Thick slices of sourdough. That habanero honey sauce really takes the BLT up a notch on flavor. Very satisfying. I usually order order online for post workout dinner at home. Rarely is my order ready by the stated time on the receipt. I think most orders are placed online since the counter is always stacked with takeout bags. Dining room isn't busy (in the late afternoon/early evening.) If you are reading this review then you're likely new to Mendo. Good food takes time. You can taste the quality of the ingredients. Seasonal items are always worth a try. Several items are their menu are just as tasty.

This place was SO delicious and great quality. The workers were super nice and the food was…read moredelectable. The service was excellent even on a friday night the workers are so fast! Arigato gozaimas i had SUCH a good dinner today.

Gonzo Ramen is literally the best restaurant to ever exist. Their atmosphere offers unique decor,…read morenot to mention they have the best food, and the employees there are really nice. I always enjoy dining there with my family because they have good food that we can all enjoy together. Every year for my birthday I go to Gonzo! I simply love eating at Gonzo. First of all, I can't get over how scrumptious their food is, it is so tasty and packed with flavor. If you stand in line to order, as soon as you sit down you will have already been served. I don't know how Gonzo prepares their meals so fast, yet so delicious. Also the fact that they cook their food fresh daily is crazy to me. I've been to many ramen restaurants and no one compares to Gonzo's. My go to on the menu is the tonkotsu ramen with gyoza and chicken karaage. Gonzo also offers a very unique atmosphere that makes you feel like you're in Japan. They have waving cats, a big banana neon light, posters and a floating ball on top of the water station. The ball is so cool but I am still puzzled on how it works. Their decor can not be matched. They also have a TV that is always playing Anime. You can also sit inside or outside so if you feel like sitting inside, sit inside but if you want to sit outside, sit outside. Gonzo also does not offer reservations so there is always a place to sit. If there is nowhere to sit just get It to go, truly there is no other ramen stop better than Gonzo. Lastly, the people there are super nice, and always check up on you, they are very polite, and they always say your welcome. While you wait, you can enjoy your appetizers until your main meal arrives. Also if you ask them for a free ticket to their store, they will give you one, each member of the family gets one. You can go next door and trade them in for tokens, these tokens can be used to play claw machines so you can win stuff. But what tops that off is that all of the employees are welcoming and happy. Gonzo Ramen is the best restaurant in the world. They offer good food, an amazing atmosphere and the people there are super nice not to mention the location is very conveniently located near my house. I seriously think about Gonzo all the time. Gonzo is that go to place for me and my family.

Food was good, but Letty's customer service and pleasant attitude was what made the entire…read moreexperience for my party and I! She went above and beyond to ensure that our experience was top-notch.

Love Urban Plates for the mix-and-match option! The portions are a great size because you can try a…read morebunch of different sides without committing to just one thing. The service is super quick too! I got the glazed tofu, Brussels sprouts, and mac & cheese, and everything was delicious. I especially appreciate that they have solid vegetarian options. Every plate also comes with a slice of bread, which is such a nice little bonus. Simple, flavorful, and a great spot for a customizable meal!

Always a good meal! Busy, but we got in without a wait. 11:30 was a good time. The wait started…read moreright after we sat down! The combo appetizer is great. The ribs are very tasty, rich and tender. Cucumber salad is perfect. The green beans are good but I do wish they were warm, not cold. We got the noodles with the fried pork chop. Crisp and delicious. All the dumplings were hot and full of flavor. Great little spot in Encinitas for your dim sum hit!

Extremely disappointing experience. We arrived at 8:00 PM (an hour before their 9:00 PM closing)…read moreand were seated right away, but that was the only prompt service we received. After sitting down, we waited for 15 minutes without a single employee acknowledging us. Multiple servers walked right past our table to check in on every other table around us, some of them multiple times. We were never brought water, never asked for our drink or food orders, and never checked on. Looking around, every other table was filled with white customers who received attentive service, while we were completely ignored. It was hard not to feel like we were singled out and overlooked. After sitting there feeling invisible for 15 minutes, we finally just got up and left. I will not be coming back.

Thai Drunken Noodle ($13.50) - For a pan-Asian spot, they captured the flavor well! It also had a…read morenice spice level. Crispy Mandarin Orange Chicken ($13.95) - This was fried well and generously coated with sauce, which was tangy and zesty.

This place is seriously underrated. My friend and I came here the other day for lunch and we were…read moreimpressed! It was slow for lunch time so we were served right away. Food took maybe 10-15 minutes to come out, if that. Their prices are super reasonable and their serving size is pretty decent. Their Thai tea is delicious! It's in a building with Cold Stone and one other restaurant, so seating is lumped together, but there's plenty of room. We will definitely be back for more!

Great food and great service from Rafa Tristen and Natalie! We had a Southwest Chicken Sandwich and…read moreit came out fast and warm with a delicious salad! Thank you!

Went for a late dinner and the staff was amazing! Rafa, Tristan, and Natalie were so sweet and…read moreattentive! Great service!!!

If you're on a trip in coastal North County, and you want a nice place to sit down, come on through…read morehere. This isn't mediocre food for tourists. We're talking real deal food with friendly service. My permanent date had the chile verde, which was fantastic and savory, with just the right amount of tartness that tells you someone is actually blending tomatillos in the kitchen, and my mole took me back to this little place in Lamont, CA called El Jacalito. I was transported back to my childhood, y'all. My permanent date and I like making the drive from Solana Beach to Oceanside every so often, and we will be coming back!

I love this family owned establishment. If you are looking for a homey Mexican restaurant, you…read morefound the right place! The food is always delicious and the prices are great. We love getting any of their homemade soups (you can't go wrong with any but if I had to choose the Chicken Soup is my favorite) and any of the combo plates. They also have great Skinny margaritas. We love either dining in or grabbing it to go. The service has always been top notch, attentive, and friendly. We love La Especial Norte! Great for all ages as well.

I wholeheartedly agree with a lot of the yelpers on here. I got to take the team out for a great…read morelunch here today. It was absolutely amazing. For $25 you get a starter (think edamame, marinated cucumbers, dumplings, etc.), a choice of Chicken, Pork or Beef, and a soft drink. It also includes all the dipping sauces, broth, rice and vegetables. Everyone loved that you could customize it to their own liking and it was just a fun experience cooking together with everyone. Definitely will come back and it was an awesome value at only $25 a person.

I want to start by saying that I very much enjoyed eating at Tabu Shabu. It's very fair to state…read morethat my three star experience is mostly my own doing more so than the restaurant itself. Our server was fantastic, the setup clean, and the menu was fairly easy to navigate. Where it fell apart for me all came after that. This is not my style of cooking. So many places I've been to, where you cook your own food on a grill or hot plate at your table, you're mainly dealing with thin cuts of meat, salt and pepper, and possibly a dipping sauce. This makes the cooking simple, a quick sear, a light crust on the beef or pork, and the finished product is basic and delicious. Shabu, though ... it's boiled meat. That's not to say that Tabu Shabu isn't good, but unless you're really adept at making soups, it's easy to be completely out of your element. And I can safely say I was a bit over my head at this restaurant. You start with your broth, where I am ashamed to admit that instead of opting for the Tonkostu with its deep and rich fatty flavor, I chose the basic umami of the White Miso. Because of that, I spent most of my meal mistakenly chasing flavors I would normally find in a Ramen Shop. They give you a plate of chopped herbs to add and some basic instructions ... I like garlic, so I added the whole thing, radish sound alright, so add in the whole ball, what was the last thing I put in? They give you a few squeeze bottles of oils with paper labels ... this one makes it more sour, this one makes it more spicy, this one has sesame, and I'm too timid to add enough of any to truly add to the flavor of the broth, so it just keeps that basic umami flavor without being as salty as it should be. Then you have a plate of vegetables to steep in your creation. Cabbage, broccoli, spinach, bok choy, tofu ... all of it serves as a way of soaking up that broth you've made. Other options, like the carrots, mushrooms, and squash, become sweet and tender after taking their turns in the pot. And they're nice as they offer a different flavor other than that umami. And then there's the meat. A wide variety of options ranging from salmon, to chicken, to pork, all the way down to multiple versions of beef. But, all of the meats we ordered seem to differ only in texture after spending some time in that broth. Some fell apart on the tongue, some still had a nice chew, but all shared that umami from the pot, with an aftertaste of beefy flavor before swallowing. After a few initial pieces, I found myself thankful for the dipping sauces to distract me from how boring I had made my broth to be. You also get a choice of rice, which I don't think you really need. You get a choice of noodles, which they give you a good amount where it doesn't fill you up with carbs. And anything left over is readily bagged up to eat at home after the flavors mix together and mature. In the end, it's a very filling and fairly healthy meal. I think it's difficult to not compare this to eating a bowl of Pho or Ramen. All the ingredients are there, just instead of eating it with a spoon, you pull out the individual bits with some chop sticks and pretend you're not eating boiled beef and spinach. If I were a better cook, or had another ten visits worth of practice, Tabu Shabu could easily be 4-5 stars. As it is, though, I think I would rather just go to GONZO and get another chef's creation to be sure of the flavors I want. Regardless, I want to come back here and try again one day. The variety of options and the wait staff alone are enough for me to learn more and expand my Shabu options, as well as recommend this place to others.