We love this small, family- owned Mexican restaurant. The owners are welcoming and pleasant…read more The food is amazing. My wife and two friends had burritos which were excellent and I opted for a cheese enchilada. I am a cheese enchilada snob and this is one of the best around.: soft, gooey and sauced with an exceptional orange-colored sauce. I could eat a bowl of the sauce all by itself. Most restaurants serve enchiladas with a red chile sauce which I usually find bitter - not so here. The salsa bar has interesting salsas and thin, crisp tortilla chips. We highly recommend this great little restaurant.

Cannot for the life of me understand how or why this place gets such good reviews for the bland…read moreflavorless and overly expensive food. Although the woman at the counter was pleasant we could have just went to taco bell... absolutely nothing authentic here. That said I think by the reviews a lot of locals like it.

So there I was... sitting on an oil rig in Alaska, talking to a sheriff's deputy with over 20 years…read moreon the job. He says, "My buddies keep telling me about this place called Pho King Good." Funny part? Even he had never been there. Well, that little story stuck with me. Fast forward a few weeks. My road trip partner, Koda, and I are heading home from Disneyland, cutting through Sacramento toward Grass Valley. We roll into Auburn and BOOM there it is. Pho King Good. Now let's just take a second to appreciate that name. If you're gonna swing for the fences with a name like Pho King Good, you've set the bar about as high as Mount Everest. You don't get to be "pretty decent." You'd better make me question every bowl of pho I've ever eaten. The sign? Absolutely iconic. It practically jumps out and hollers at you from the side of the road. Easy in, easy out. Road-tripper approved. Walking inside, though, I was expecting a little more "Pho King Palace" and a little less "we've been meaning to remodel since the Clinton administration." The marble counter looked nice enough, but the place just felt like it needed a little love. If I owned a restaurant with a name that good, I'd lean into it. Give me lanterns. Give me atmosphere. Make me feel like the King just walked in. Charge me another couple bucks if you have to I wouldn't mind if the experience matched the name. Then came the menu. It felt a little like Dysfunction Junction. They had everything listed, but it wasn't organized in a way that made ordering easy. Give me sections. House Pho. Beef Pho. Chicken Pho. Special Pho. Help a hungry traveler out. The food? Solid... right down the middle of the road. After hours in the car, a hot bowl of pho hits the spot no matter what. Koda really enjoyed his chicken dish, and our vegetable egg rolls with the peanut sauce were decent, although the wrapper was just a touch on the rubbery side. The owner was friendly, welcoming, and genuinely hospitable, which always counts for something. My only real disappointment was this: with a name like Pho King Good, I expected to leave saying, "That's the best pho I've ever had." Instead, I left saying, "That was... good." And then came the plot twist. Time to pay. Cash only. So now I'm walking out to the ATM like I'm making a withdrawal for a back-alley poker game or a dispensary run. I'm standing there thinking, "Well... this tip just took a hit because I wasn't planning on paying an ATM fee for my noodles." I still don't quite understand it. You're giving change, printing receipts, running a business... we're already 95% of the way to taking cards! Overall, this wasn't about whether the food was amazing or terrible. It was about the experience. Sometimes that's the story worth telling. Would I stop again on another road trip? Probably. Because sometimes a bowl of pho, your best buddy Koda riding shotgun, and a restaurant with the greatest pun in California are all you really need. And if they ever decide to polish the place up and make it live up to that legendary name... It might just become Pho King Great.

VEGAN SIGHTING!!! I…read moredon't even know where to start my fellow vegans. This quirky, Vietnamese restaurant in the city of Auburn, CA, has by far the best vegan Banh Mi sandwich. The tofu was prepared so it did not take up the whole sandwich. The pickled radish and carrots had the perfect and balanced of sour and sweet. Of course, can't leave out the herbs of cilantro and fresh jalapinjoes. The french bread was crispy outside but still soft and hearty as you take a bite. My earth was it a 2 thumbs up!!! Then their vegan pho with veggies and tofu did not disappoint. Their veggie broth was perfectly blended and made wonderfully that I was not even thinking this was vegan. The staff was kind and informative. They were attentive and friendly. Then comes the merch. If you like a play on the word Pho, then come and check out their shirts for sale. All I have to say is "Life is Pho king good." With this said, another gem in Auburn, CA.

Life saver pizza joint! OK seriously, Fourth of July forgot…read morethe most places would be closed. Starving and this place was still open. Service was great folks really friendly. Food was good. Ambience was great lots of seating available, for families, for singles, for friends. I got spaghetti with meatballs and a side salad a lot of food. Large portions.

We stopped off for lunch while exploring Auburn on a Friday…read more The restaurant is large, spacious, & airy with industrial design, but still has warmth from all the wood. Seating is at tables & booths. There are big windows that open garage door-style that let in a lot of light. Multiple TVs played sports. You could easily have very large groups here. We ordered from their lunch specials menu to get slice & drink combos. We got 3 slices of Pepperoni & 1 Caboose. We got an apple juice for the kiddo's drink, which came in a lidded cup. The food was good--crust was soft, the sauce mild & tasty, toppings were flavorful. However, the pepperoni count was drastically inconsistent with one slice having more than double the amount of another. Our server was pleasant, answered our questions, left us with ample napkins, & checked in on us. It all made for an easy, quick, & satisfying meal that was comfortable. We enjoyed our experience here.

This was my first time to the Auburn location. Definitely a lot bigger and busier than the one we…read moreusually go to off of the freeway near Davis. They have a full kitchen menu so we tried out both of their Wagyu burgers. I liked my Wagyu smash burger a little more than the gourmet wagyu burger. They both came with veggies and were the same price so it's just a matter of preference on the style of burger patty. But both were cooked nicely and I liked the fresh veggies. They still have their signature pies and market side for all kinds of little goodies and market items to buy. I loved that they had so many milkshake options too, I wanted them all! I ended up going with the fresh peach one just because it was in season and it didn't disappoint. It was perfectly sweet and peachy but not in the artificial way. I just wish I had enough room to get the POG freeze, but next time! They have plenty of seating outside if you want to eat your meal and or dessert right away. I'll definitely keep this location in mind when we are in the area again.

Came in an hour before closing and the place is still buzzing with a ton of people either waiting…read morefor their food or going straight to the market for the pies. I was one of the pie people. Having had Ikeda's Marionberry Pie before, I knew the quality and expected such. The quality was there and I liked how the pies were readily available for you to grab and go. What made a terrible impression and made this visit one I wish I did not take, making me give 3 stars out of 5, was the young woman who checked me out. I ordered 4 pies and two were gifts so I asked for two extra bags. She answered in an annoyed way that they're $.25 each. No problem I said and paid for them. This extra one minute really seemed to have bothered her and it's terrible that she made me feel unvalued in such a short amount of time. She seemed to be eager to help the party behind me, which is great but she had no finesse in her customer service. I believe she could've made my experience completely different and still acknowledge the people after me. She made it seem as if I'm less important of a customer than they were. She also didn't bag my 4th pie which was awkward because she gave me the bags there. I'll be back but I won't be in a hurry like I was before. These small personal nuances are what makes small businesses great. When you're client facing it's so important to know this. It doesn't take much to be kind or provide great service.

My wife and I hired Antonio to cater our wedding in Nevada City. We already were sold after the…read moretasting, but Antonio and his team blew away our expectations the day of by providing some of the best wedding food we've ever had. We got tons of compliments from our guests that the food was stellar. We can't wait to hire him again when we renew our vows one day! If you're getting married in the Grass Valley area - hire Antonio. That's it.

Antonio and his team catered our wedding at Gold Hill Gardens in Newcastle. He was an absolute joy…read moreto work with from the beginning. He was responsive when I was deciding what caterer to go with, he had an expansive menu and was willing to work with our ideas, and he had incredibly competitive pricing. We were able to do a tasting at his kitchen and we immediately knew we made the right decision. After trying the shrimp with the gazpacho, we knew we needed an entree that included shrimp was well. He suggested the risotto cakes and they were fantastic, and could accommodate both vegetarians (by skipping the shrimp) and pescatarians. We loved his food and were excited to have him handle our wedding. Having attended many weddings and talked to many brides/grooms, we expected the food to be good on our wedding day but not as good as when we tasted considering he'd be cooking half in his kitchen and finishing at the venue and cooking for 150 people, not 4. The food on our wedding day was FANTASTIC. One of our groomsman who loves shrimp said this was a top 3 shrimp he's ever had. Another guest said they've never left a wedding thinking the food was memorable but that ours was truly delicious. They also executed our drinks to perfection. I could not recommend Antonio more. Hire him immediately!!!!

Whatever I see eggs Benedict on the menu at a breakfast restaurant I accept their challenge. The…read morereal question is do you know how to poach an egg properly and do you make your own hollandaise sauce? Well, I'm pleased to let you know that this place can do both. Not only that but the Canadian bacon was cooked perfectly and the muffin was fluffy and crisp at the same time. The staff was very attentive and the service was impeccable. I was served water and asked for a coffee and neither glass ever went empty. I observed all the staff in their element, and everyone seemed to be enjoying their work and coordinating together very well. One of the servers mentioned how I had the best seat in the place and I agreed stating that it should have my name on it.

I had a delicious veggie breakfast wrap that was made as vegan as possible for me. The server was…read morereally accommodating and made it work for me, even though it wasn't on the menu. The place itself is really homey and quaint. being from Texas, however, the place could stay in to have some central air conditioning in the summer because it was incredibly warm and stuffy in that restaurant. Service was great and staff was friendly. Food was really delicious. This is a great place to go back to and try all menu items, if you're in the area.

We stopped in for salads before our hike and we were so pleased with our dining experience! The…read moresalads were really good, healthy ingredients, and reasonably priced. They also came with a piece of homemade bread, which was super good! There's also an 'add on' menu to customize what you want with your meal. Staff were friendly and helpful. The place is in a cool, old building, and had a lot of plants and cool artwork on the walls. I would stop again when visiting the area.

It's difficult to write anything negative about this place, because we had a really nice meal here…read more The menu is small but has a good variety, we got two pizzas and a salad (two adults and a kid), two sodas and water. Everything tasted excellent, the service was good, the location feels vibrant and modern, and is very family friendly. But... how on earth do they charge $100 for a meal for two and a half people. A meal you order at the counter. Afterwards, you are expected to bus your own table. Even if it is good. $100 is just crazy!!!

Ambience was 5 stars. We sat outdoors and enjoyed the beautiful weather and farmers market. Food…read morewas great too but I wish their fries were better. Wedge fries: not the best or the worse in my life. Sea Bass: perfect dish

Popped in for a quick bite and a martini. Our waitress was kind, responsive, and by GOD did she…read moremake a perfect martini for me! We also ordered the shrimp appetizer, it was absolutely delicious but quite small. The taste was 10/10, perfect spice level and the wonton crisps were perfectly crispy and fresh without being greasy at all. The lettuce portion is covered in a dressing that creates an added layer to the dish. I love the atmosphere of South Fork, it's dim, romantic, and somehow perfect for a girls (or boys) night out. They do have sports quietly playing on the tvs. There's always a little room to wiggle in at the bar. Will absolutely be back!

Came here with the family for lunch on a weekday. We were seated right away without any issues…read more The place is very big with lots of seating. My sister said it gets very busy at dinner time and the wait time can be over an hour. For lunch, it was quite a good deal. AYCE Hotpot, sushi and BBQ for about $30. If you only choose one of the AYCE options, it is about $25 but seems worth it to get the all 3 combo for $30. It does seem that everybody at the table has to choose the same option. Hot pot - You each get your own individual hot pot. There had a pretty good variety of broth flavors to choose from. There is a menu that you can order the meat from. There were 5 of us and we were told we can order 4 meats to share per round. There is a separate area for to grab a tray/bowl and choose your veggies. All in all, I enjoyed the Tonkatsu broth and like the variety of meats and veggies available. Korean BBQ - A bit different in that you do not order at the table. There is an area with small trays of meat available for you to grab and bring back to your table. Good variety. Pork Jowl was my favorite and it's not as common. The only issue is that if your party doesn't communicate, you some how end up grabbing all of the same items! So discuss amongst yourselves or else it might be an overkill. Didn't try the sushi simply because I had some good quality sushi the night before so no need for buffet style sushi. The staff was VERY friendly and efficient. They came by often to check on us, take away dirty plates and to change the grill. There is plenty of parking in the parking lot.

Mixed review on this one…read more Standout: Service, Service, Service! The food runners and the supporting staff were amazing! Great patients with the grandparents as they are less adventurous as they took time to explain the process as well as recommending a less "punch you in the face" broths for their individual hotpot. This buffet style was also cool in that all the individual proteins (pre-cooled/seasoned/fully cooked) were individually plated and in little half boxes . Diners take an empty lunch tray, gather what looks good for their liking and return to their table to cook and enjoy. Definitely much more "civilized" . Way better than large sections with multiple tongs encouraging the food savages. Another big plus is the wide selections. For those food influencers...it will be a long running camera shot just to capture the amount of different items. The challenge with this approach tho is that the plates and small food containers can stack up bery quickly and take over much of the real estate on the dining table top. But we were amazed at the team work of the staff to quickly make the needed elbow room. On a busy Saturday night tho, it definitely can still be a bit tricky. The value for the AYCE die hards are definitely there! There are solid options of meats fish and veg. But those fearing AYCE diners can also expect a certain level madness. We saw many unintentional dropping of trays of eager patrons. There were definitely ambitious customers that are stacking their trays sky high. Customers on our visit were generally very cordial to staff and on the couple of "tim.....berssss" we witnessed, the response time to clean up was really impressive! The AYCE masses are hard to please for sure, but it may make a difference to apply some general limit on the individual patrons trays? That may frustrate some hardcore diners but can enhance the experience of others. We will reiterate that the managing team is just doing such a bang up job in hiring a great crew! They all were hustling and we definitely noticed! WTG!!!

| 03.01.2026 | *…read moreBrunch for 2, turned into 4 and ended with 6. * 4 out of 6 of us got chicken fried steak * educated on basted eggs * learned how to eat pancakes (2) chicken fried steak with sunny side up eggs, house-made gravy and potatoes $18.50 chicken fried steak with scrambled eggs, house-made gravy and fruit $18.50 chicken fried steak with basted eggs, house-made gravy, potatoes and fruit (3) banana nut pancakes $14.50 plain pancake not pictured (2) chicken and waffles

Decided to try this place out for breakfast. As we walked into the restaurant we were greeted with…read morea nice hello and we will be right with you. This place has indoor and outdoor seating. We decided to sit outside since it was a nice day. We ordered eggs Benedict and Tuscan breakfast and of course coffee. The Eggs Benedict was made just right with yummy hollandaise sauce. The Tuscan was yummy to it had feta cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, and I believe spinach, eggs on a slice of bread. I went out of the box with this one and it was delicious. If your in the area good check them out and if your up to trying something different for breakfast order the Tuscan is was delicious!