Over the past decades, when we're in Westminster, my family likes to eat at Brodard. One of our favorite are the chargrilled shrimp rolls and the chargrilled pork rolls. They're known the for dipping sauce that come with these rolls. We always order a variety of dishes, but the staple is always an assortment of the rolls. There's always a wait, but it's worth it. read more

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I was really impressed with the way the restaurant is set up. The to-go / pickup line moved quickly and efficiently for me to grab a few Nem Nuong Cuon and head out. I found it amazing that there's an entire team at the rolling station working nonstop to fulfill orders. Each roll is packed with flavorful grilled pork, and herbaceous vegetables making every bite taste vibrant which is why these rolls continue to my favorites. I was never a big fan of the pre-packaged sambal included in my order. It changes the flavor of the dipping sauce making it taste sour. I asked for fresh in house chilis, but they weren't be able to provide that. But if you were to dine-in, fresh chilis are available by request. Regardless of a small inconvenience, I always enjoy coming back for the fresh rolls and the fast service. read more

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We visited brodard while we were in socal this past weekend. My boyfriends cousin lives in Irvine and she found this place. I'm glad she put us on the waitlist but I think the wait is only long if you have a big party. First impression of this restaurant is that it was a bit disorganized. Even just checking in on their yelp was a mess. You have the same line for people putting their name down and people wanting to check in for their table so it was just a bit messy. On top of that the line for their to go counter also bleeds into the check-in line so so you can only imagine how many are in one area. This place can get busy especially on the weekends. We didn't have to wait to long because we had already put our name before even heading into the restaurant. We ordered the chicken spring roll, egg roll and pork vermicelli, lemongrass vermicelli and steak and rice. I would say all the food we got was actually pretty good. The spring roll was decent but it was the vermicelli bowls that we enjoyed a lot. I definitely enjoyed the lemon grass vermicelli. It is definitely worth the try I would say, food and is good. I also appreciate that we had a couple of folks who checked up on our table to make sure we had everything we needed. read more

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This review is purely for the spring rolls. It's 3 for $9 and probably my favorite spring rolls ever, they have such a good flavor and a delicious crunch. There's lots of great restaurants in this shopping center so will usually stop by here for spring rolls while waiting for other restaurants. read more

Brodard Restaurant - Spring rolls - Vietnamese Near Me - Fountain Valley, California

We've been here so many times and have loved all the dishes. There is truly no dish that can go wrong unless you have a specific preference for certain meats or noodles/rice. A staple order would normally be: spring rolls (nem and bo bia are my favs). Luna cakes are honestly like little banh xeos in bite size form. We tried the banh hoi today and it was tasty. Close enough to something home cooked when you're missing family. We tried at least one new dish each time we're here. All the veggies are fresh, desserts and dessert drinks are always refreshing. Not too sweet. You can expect the mediocre average service and environment of most Asian restaurants. Although, most waiters are nice even if they don't speak much English and are always willing to help/answer questions. One complaint today is the host was rather inconsiderate of our baby stroller. It's a weekday late afternoon, while busy, not packed and many tables were open for seating. The host kept asking myself and my husband if the stroller was foldable. The first time he asked me, I let him know no issue folding it up to keep it away from the aisle. He then proceeded to ask my husband who answered the same thing. We get to a small booth and he proceeds to ask again if the stroller can be folded. This person spoke enough English to know we acknowledged his question so I'm not sure what was the matter with him. It honestly was a nightmare to try to squeeze ourselves with the folded stroller in the booth and then also putting the baby seat onto the freaking table?! Like what choice did we have. We ordered plenty of food and drinks, it was so sad how we were treated. When you have a baby and are trying to survive/have a nice meal, at least be aware not everyone at the restaurant will know how to make you feel comfortable. Otherwise we're always happy with the food and service. read more

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3.5/5 Stars I think Brodard's quality has gone downhill a bit. We initially came for spring rolls to go, but decided to dine in and try some of their dishes since it has been years. We ordered a Bun Thit Nuong Cha Gio and it was good but the portion size was SO SMALL for the price you're paying. We also got the curry seafood noodles and it was good but also on the smaller portion size. Unfortunately, I think it's not worth coming here for their entrees anymore. Just for their spring rolls. read more

Brodard Restaurant - Bun Egg Rolls & BBQ Pork Vermicelli Bun Cha Gio, Thit Nuong - Vietnamese Near Me - Fountain Valley, California

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Brodard absolutely lives up to the hype. The fried rice was one of the best I've had, perfectly seasoned with great texture, generous shrimp, and a balance of savory flavors that kept me going back for more. The real standout, though, was the spring rolls. Both the classic pork sausage rolls and duck rolls were easily 10/10. Fresh, packed with flavor, and paired with excellent dipping sauces, they're worth the visit alone. The menu is extensive, making it a great spot whether you're already a fan of Vietnamese cuisine or looking to explore it for the first time. The noodles were delicious as well, though the fried rice and rolls stole the show. A few tips: join the Yelp waitlist before arriving, as it gets very busy. Parking can be crowded, but the lot is large enough to usually find a spot. We were seated quickly, though dessert/take out lines were long. Service was limited due to how packed the restaurant was, and the atmosphere can feel a bit rushed during peak hours. That said, the food more than makes up for it. I'd happily come back for the spring rolls alone. read more

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It was a very busy restaurant, there were about five parties waiting outside to be seated (all of which had 4+ people). There was a counter to the left that had several dessert options but it wasn't able to try them. They looked pretty and appetizing though. When we were seated it was fairly loud since there were so many other people and parties eating and talking. I wasn't bombarded with different smells of food and the restaurant had food air flow. I did wait quite a while to use the bathroom though since they being cleaned at the time. A line of about 7 women were waiting outside along with me. My boyfriend and I had ordered the Bo Bia Rolls (4 rolls). They came with a peanut dipping sauce which was decent. However my siblings in my party ordered what seemed like a similar set of rolls but with green onion sprigs and what seemed like fried meat inside. Their sauce pairing was delicious and addicting. We also ate the Shaken Beef which was flavorful. Be mindful for our party of six an automatic gratuity of 18% of the total (before taxes) was added onto the bill. It was still a good experience though as I really enjoyed the flavor of the food. read more

Brodard Restaurant - Bo Bia Rolls - Vietnamese Near Me - Fountain Valley, California

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Brodard is a staple for Vietnamese food in the OC. They're most known for their nem nuong spring rolls, which always is a solid option. It's definitely Vietnamese parents approved. The other food is pretty good as well, but I don't think there's anything that particularly stands out above the rest. I most recently ordered the com tam suong, nem nuong spring rolls, and Vietnamese coffee. All the food came out really quickly--I was actually shocked at how fast everything came out. The pork chop was cooked perfectly, and the dish as a whole was good. Besides the wait for a table (which was about 20 minutes on a Friday during lunch for 6 people), everything was quick and efficient. Keep in mind that this place is more traditional Vietnamese restaurant service, so it's very straightforward vs. overly accommodating, but that's when you know the food is gonna be good. read more

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I've been to Vietnam. Vietnamese people ask me if the Vietnamese food is better in Vietnam than in the U.S. I tell them no, because Brodard's is in America. In fact, it's my favorite Vietnamese restaurant on Planet Earth. Why is Brodard's the best? They got the best spring rolls especially the nem nuong. What makes these rolls better than any other restaurant? You just have to try it. I promise you it's the best in the world. It's so good, you have to get them when you dine in and more for take out. Once again, best Vietnamese restaurant in the world. read more

Brodard Restaurant - Vietnamese Near Me - Fountain Valley, California

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I've been coming to Brodard since the OG location and I've never lived in OC. This day, I drove almost an hour to have my fave Grilled Shrimp Spring Rolls. What's so unique is the crunchy lumpia wrapper that they put in there and the dipping sauce! The best I've ever had and can't find anything close, anywhere! I also had the Luna Rice Cake with shrimp. Comes with lots of fresh herbs! The rice cakes themselves were a bit bland, but was tasty when you dipped it in the fish sauce. Of course, I had to get some spring rolls togo! Highly recommend for traditional Vietnamese food. They are always busy, so prepare to wait. Well worth it! They also have a bar area. The Lychee Sakatini was yummy. read more

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Took a special date here for dinner, introducing her to the culinary world of Vietnamese cuisine. The spring rolls are great start followed by the banh xeo. We also got the plum soda, which is a salty sweet soda from dehydrated plums. We also got the com tam dish. Everything is done well here. It's a great introductory to Vietnam Vietnamese food since everything is a hit! There's plenty of parking and the service is fast and very attentive. The Yelp weight stated 30 minutes, but the table was ready for us in 15. They're the same owners as bamboo bistro in Newport I learned. read more

Brodard Restaurant - Vietnamese Near Me - Fountain Valley, California

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Was originally going to give an even lower rating because of the poor mannerism and professionalism from the front host--talking about the slightly tall Asian guy with the blond(?) tips and lack of sincerity from him and the other host with the burgundy/purple hair who did not make the situation any better. We had made a reservation and even received a call to confirm the reservation, just to find out our name wasn't in the system. Idk why the host kept INSISTING we check into Yelp even though the manager (?) said she'll work on the table for us. He kept going back and forth with us and immediately walked off. We had a great waiter who was very sweet and attentive so this helped ease the mood. The food was decent, proportions were kind of eh. We ordered the nem nuong which was kind of dry, the sauce was lackluster. I did like the shrimp skewers and the Thai style soup. read more

Delicious food and quick service. The chicken was fried very well and wasn't over seasoned. The beef was also tender and flavorful read more

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Stick with the popular Grilled Pork Spring Rolls (Nem Nướng Cuốn). Although the restaurant has a huge range of options to choose from, they didn't meet our expectations and tasted better at other places. Just order their popular dishes, or else you'll just be disappointed. Mì Quảng is easily my favorite Vietnamese dish, and it didn't taste as good as I thought it would. Their grilled pork spring rolls were tasty, but that's what is expected of them. My sister noticed that they also sold boba drinks and was pleasantly surprised by the decent taste and quality. * Nem Nướng Cuốn: 10/10 - amazing sauce and wonton skin * Mì Quảng: 6/10 - broth was mediocre and no shredded meat * Hủ Tiếu Nam Vang: 7/10 - decent but nothing mind-blowing * Passion Fruit Tea with Mini Boba: 9/10 - surprisingly tasty * Lychee Tea with Boba: 8/10 - refreshing The workers were very assertive, and we didn't have much trouble trying to grab their attention. A huge downside that we noticed this time was how dark the restaurant was. Although we went just a couple of hours right after opening, the restaurant barely has any light and heavily relies on natural sunlight through the windows. Depending on where you're seated in the restaurant, it can get pretty tough reading the menu and taking photos. We were seated at a booth that was on a platform, and my mom tripped because of the dim lighting. Not terrible, but probably won't come back for a while. read more

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Always gotta get the spring rolls. Bo luc lac w/ garlic noodles was good. It comes with mushrooms instead of bell pepper which is a bonus for me. Next time I'm in, I'll try the red rice. Fish basil rice was super yummy & the sauce was very good. Bun thit nuong was also super yummy Service was very attentive and made sure I was adequately hydrated. read more

Brodard Restaurant - Vietnamese Near Me - Fountain Valley, California

We've been coming here for many years and it's still so busy. We come when I'm craving for their Nem Nuong Cuon. Add your named to the Waitlist early, wait can be up to an hour. The restaurant is very spacious and can accommodate huge groups. They have a very wide selection of Vietnamese food. I always like to try something new each time I come. This time I had the chicken curry and it was very good. The curry was very flavorful and wished there was more curry because my bread absorbed most of it. Definitely a restaurant we frequent. read more

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The spring rolls with pork were so good! If I lived closer I'd probably eat them too often just because of how satisfying it is for a quick bite. I was surprised by the crunch in the spring rolls. I've never had anything like it. The sauce was okay. Honestly I preferred eating it with hot sauce. I also tried Vietnamese Crepes for the first time. It wasn't my favorite but the quality was there. I'd definitely come back for the spring rolls. read more

Brodard Restaurant - Vietnamese Crepes Banh Xeo - Vietnamese Near Me - Fountain Valley, California

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Good vietnamese food in a nice restaurant setting. Even with how large the restaurant is, you can expect a wait most of the time. read more

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This place is so popular and for a reason. Their service is great and the most popular dish is their bbq pork spring rolls. I also love their shrimp paste rolls which are very flavorful. They have a variety of desserts to choose from. One tip, if you are picking up your take out, you need to check in at the dessert counter. I didn't know that and waited a quite some time. Their ambience is ok. It's clean but always packed. If you want a bit more upscale vibe, you can try Brodard chateau instead. read more

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Brodard is amazing! I've been coming here for months now, and I honestly can't get enough. My coworkers and I have practically made it a weekly tradition to stop by for their grilled pork spring rolls. They're absolutely incredible and easily one of my favorite things to eat anywhere. Not only are they packed with flavor, but they're also surprisingly affordable and incredibly filling. Every time I tell myself I'll try something different, I end up ordering the spring rolls again. I actually went a week without having them once and felt like I was going through withdrawals--I'm only half joking. That's how good they are. If you're visiting Brodard for the first time, the grilled pork spring rolls are a must. Great food, great value, and a place that keeps me coming back week after week. read more

Brodard Restaurant - Grilled Pork Spring Rolls - Vietnamese Near Me - Fountain Valley, California

Came here for graduation dinner to celebrate with family- it was quite busy and crowded but I respected how quickly and dedicated the brodard staff were to accommodate our large group and rush to make sure we were seated by the promised time. food and timeliness of our orders coming out was great, and quality was there! i could tell there was a bit of rush with staff to get our orders out that sometimes it was hard to individually get attention due to our large group, but they were very quick to respond to any requests once they receive it. great for event-based dinners and introducing guests to viet cuisine! read more

Brodard Restaurant - Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings - Vietnamese Near Me - Fountain Valley, California

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The only mistake this restaurant made was having its location far from my home! Other than that, it's excellent! My party of two was seated right away at the bar at noon; I suppose the wait is longer for bigger parties, but it's worth it. The food is delicious, and it came timely; appetizers came within a few minutes after ordering. We ordered the bbq chicken with garlic noodles, seafood noodles, and duck spring roll. The employees there checked up on us quite frequently, and they were very kind from beginning to end. I'd visit every week if I could! read more

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Brodard is known for its spring rolls, and I'll say they are absolutely the best thing on the menu. Fresh, perfectly wrapped, and packed with flavor--honestly worth coming just for those alone. Everything else is good, but the spring rolls are the standout and what I'd come back for every time. read more

Brodard Restaurant - Vietnamese Crepes Banh Xeo - Vietnamese Near Me - Fountain Valley, California

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One of my favorite spots in the OC! My friend had put me on to these Grilled Pork Spring Rolls (Nem Nướng Cuốn) many years ago and I love these! IYKYK. Brodard is one of those spots that has a following amongst the county or people like myself that enjoy these memorable rolls. The location is huge. There's a bar, many tables and booths for large parties and also another quick service line for bakery stuff. You can check in on the Yelp kiosk upon entering. We came here specialty just for rolls and browsed the menu to see how many more options they offer. My friend usually gets us the Grilled Pork ones to go when we come over to the house. During a recent visit, it wasn't too packed yet and we were sat immediately. We ended up getting Grill Pork Spring Rolls and Coconut Shrimps Rolls. These always hit the spot. Whether it's the crunchy and crispy textures with each bite or the orange "Mom's Sauce" you dip them in. These Nem Nướng Cuốn never disappoint! As for the Coconut Shrimp ones, they were solid too! Great mix of flavors with the avocado inside. Per the menu, there are over 10 spring rolls options/variations. I'd like to try them all. lol. When we're anywhere near this Brodard, I have to stop by and get some! It's that addicting! :D ( ^_^)b read more

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The food is still the same and all the spring rolls still have the long Asian chive. I do like the traditional pho, bun, and fried rices that we enjoyed. We took home some food to-go and enjoyed later. The service is good the servers are very friendly and polite. It does still get very busy during rush hour lunch even on the week days. I have to admit this place is starting to grow on me. Im enjoying the food, service and people more now. We have tried the coffee and desserts too they're worth trying as well. Enjoy! read more

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Parking: Large free parking plaza but very packed. Interior: HUGE venue to accommodate multiple large groups but also very packed. Ordered to go to not deal with this. The to go area is on the side for pick up. Wait Time: 15-20min for pick up and still 5min when I got there to pack items fresh. Items Order: 8/10 Nem Nuong 3 Rolls $8.25 - Spring roll was quite normal in terms of spring rolls standards. Sauce was served hot which was very good but flavor was also just good. Did not live up to the hype that it was best in LA but just solid. read more

Brodard Restaurant - Vietnamese Near Me - Fountain Valley, California

I highly recommend coming on a weekday if you can because the weekend waits are ridiculous and they will be super busy and workers may forget about you. On this visit I came on a Friday evening and it was great. The restaurant and workers were calm and nice. I ordered Togo there was no line and the wait for my food was short after I ordered about 5 mins. I got spring rolls honestly the only thing you should get on the menu an order of 3 grilled pork spring rolls and 4 grill pork spring rolls. They were delicious, fresh, light, and flavorful. Their sauce really makes the dish and it's the best in the market and has been for years. read more

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When we're visiting our friend, he usually orders the grilled pork spring rolls for us. Sometimes, my husband will also get their Bahn Mi sandwiches. This time, we decided to actually eat at the restaurant. We ordered the Grilled Pork Spring Rolls and I wanted to try their Coconut Shrimp Rolls. The Grilled Pork is always a good choice. The Coconut Shrimp really surprised us. It was really good! I loved the crunch from the coconut breading on the shrimp. There was also avocado and bits of mango that complimented the coconut flavor and added to the freshness. It was a great combination. I would definitely order that again. The restaurant and restroom were clean. The staff were friendly and attentive. My husband and I will continue to come back when we're in the area. read more

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What can be said about Brodard that hasn't already? This a great crowd pleaser restaurant because of their extensive menu, delicious options, and quick and friendly service. The wait can get pretty long on weekends, but you can add yourself to the yelp waitlist before you arrive. Make sure to check in with the front even before you get a text because it cuts the time by so much when you let them know you've arrived. Don't forget to try their famous nem nuong cuon! Very worth it! read more

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Overall everything was pretty below par. Went Tuesday 2pm so not too busy. Shrimp + pork spring rolls were so skinny. So much veggies, I didnt even realize there was pork. I ordered shrimp and pork roll but there was only one sliver of pork in each one. It might as well have been. veggie spring roll. Beef stew- Little oily, wish it was more hot. Small for the price. would recommend the noodle dish instead Service was bad. Nobody came to refill water, they did come to check on how the food was but neglected to see that we both had no water. NO MINTS AFTER MEAL!!!!!! I am so used to eating a little peppermint after meals or some candies at viet restaurants but nothing. Highly disappointed. Never come here, your money will be more valuable elsewhere read more

Brodard Restaurant - Shrimp Spring Rolls Chao Tom Cuon - 2 Rolls - Vietnamese Near Me - Fountain Valley, California

First time here and certainly won't be my last when I'm in the area! This open restaurant that soon got packed around lunch time delivered the hype. For lunch, we had the grilled pork spring rolls, which was a different and wonderful spring roll compared to what I typically have (with shrimp). The recommendation DELIVERED! Bun Bo hue was the main star with a delicious lemon grass broth and very tender beef. I couldn't recommend this enough, and I can't wait to get it again! The restaurant itself was clean, put together, with a bar area in the middle, with lots of seating. Definitely great for larger groups, but be sure to beat the crowds by coming a bit earlier than the lunch and dinner rushes, like I said before, it delivers! read more

Brodard Restaurant - Grilled Pork Spring Rolls Nem Nuong Cuon - 3 Rolls - Vietnamese Near Me - Fountain Valley, California

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This place is amazing and is my number 1 restaurant of all time because of these two dishes. I was craving banh khot forever and this hit the spot fr. Wifey says she comes here for the spring rolls and when I took a bite it was the best spring rolls I ever tasted Banh khot: 5/5 Grilled pork spring rolls: 5/5 Service: 5/5 They sat us down so quickly served us so quickly we got our food within 5 minutes and the place was packed! Ambiance: 5/5 The place was gorgeous the decor was nice it was very spacious they had a bar and a boba shop inside the restaurant as well huge! read more

Brodard Restaurant - Luna Rice Cakes with Shrimp Banh Khot Tom - Vietnamese Near Me - Fountain Valley, California

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I visited for lunch on a Wednesday afternoon with my two toddlers. About halfway through our meal, they needed to use the restroom, so we stepped away from our table for less than five minutes. When we returned, our table had been completely cleared and another party had already been seated there. We hadn't even paid yet, and there was still food left from my kids' plates. It was obvious that we were not finished. I spoke to the waitress and explained that we were still eating. Her response was simply, "I'm so sorry about that." We ended up having to pay for our meal while standing because our table had already been given away. As a parent dining with two young children, this was incredibly frustrating and inconvenient. I was very disappointed with the service. read more

Back in town and decided to order some rolls for takeout. I called ahead and by the time I went and waited in line to pay, the order was ready so it was nice and quick. Nem Nuong Rolls: they shrank the rolls, the meat is more thin, and they thinned out their infamous dipping sauce. What a shame. I wouldn't order them again! Nem Chua Rolls: these are way tastier and I'd only order this if I came back read more

Brodard Restaurant - Grilled Pork Spring Rolls Nem Nuong Cuon - 4 Rolls - Vietnamese Near Me - Fountain Valley, California

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Loved everything I got to eat from Brodard Restaurant today. I placed the order ahead of time and I am glad I did. The place was absolutely jam packed. Both the dining room and take out side was a chaotic mess. Parking was unavailable near the restaurant so I ended up having to park closer to the grocery store side. The food quality absolutely made it worth it despite the difficulties with parking and the long wait despite placing my order ahead of time. The seafood rice noodles were jam packed with savory vegetables, soft and well seasoned noodles and smorgasbord of seafood medley. The spring rolls were unexpectedly crunchy and extremely filling. I could eat both items daily and certainly wouldn't get sick of it. I can't wait to return and try their other items! read more

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Ordered takeout so cannot comment on ambience and service. Honestly really disappointing portion of the com bo luc lac given the price. I'd rather go to Luc Dinh Ky. read more

Brodard Restaurant - Vietnamese Near Me - Fountain Valley, California

This is my first time dining in but i've ordered take out before. I really enjoy how they give you all the veggies and fixings with the appetizers. My recommendation is the grilled pork spring roll. A spot that I would definitely recommend for a quick bite and my go to spot for spring rolls. read more

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Introduced a friend to a quick lunch here. Brodard is bustling and popular as usual, the loudness might be a little off putting for some, but it's a staple activity here. Connor, the front host, was accommodating and direct about the waitlist times for seating and I appreciate his promptness on calling incoming guests on the Yelp List per their busy lunch rush. Jake, our server was quick to take our orders and ensured she'd love the food as a first timer here. I ordered the Lychee Black Tea to start and she ordered the Coco Sugarcane, both were sweet and refreshing--perfect for summer weather. Aiming for a light lunch, both of us ordered our set of spring rolls, which consisted of the Grilled Pork and Shrimp, and then the Rib Eye Rolls. The grilled spring rolls were tasty, savory with the complimentary sauce added a wholeness to meals. The Rib Eye rolls on the other hand had a savory complexity to it as the dipping sauce was sour and acidic, but it went well with the ribeye meat's sweetness. (I recommend going easy when dipping the ribeye roll into its accompanying sauce. My friend is definitely going to be coming here for lunch breaks. read more

Brodard Restaurant - Top: Grilled Shrimp and Pork Spring Rolls with Brodard House Dipping Sauce Bottom: Ribeye Rolls - Vietnamese Near Me - Fountain Valley, California

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Early Saturday afternoon meal with family. Relatives Yelp waitlisted on our way in and we checked in once we were all parked. Waiting was 15-20 minutes. Once seated we got menus, water and utensils. Service was great for such a large restaurant. We ordered shrimp rolls, pork rolls, shrimp satay and a few other items. Everything was fresh and delicious. Probably the top spring roll I've had. Iced coffee was strong and good. Ordered another to go. Regretting not ordering spring rolls to go. read more

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