My friend and I happened to be in the area and came across a TikTok showing the food at VOX…read moreKitchen, and we immediately said, "Okay, we HAVE to try this place." And I am SO glad we did because everything about our experience was seriously a 10/10! From the moment we walked in, the customer service was amazing. The gentleman at the front greeted us and escorted us to our table, and right away we felt welcomed and comfortable. Our server, Quang, was absolutely the sweetest! He was so friendly, outgoing, attentive, and helpful, especially when it came to giving us recommendations since it was our first time there. He had such a positive energy and really made our experience even better. And the FOOD!!! If I could give it 1,000/10, I seriously would. We tried the Ube Cloud, Vietnamese Iced Coffee, Garlic Parmesan Fries, Spicy Shrimp Wontons, Corn Ribs, Garlic Butter Prawns, and Filet Garlic Noodles, and honestly, there wasn't ONE thing we didn't enjoy. Everything was full of flavor and absolutely delicious. But what really stood out to us was that it wasn't just the food -- it was the entire experience. The staff, the atmosphere, the music, and just the overall vibe made us feel so comfortable and welcomed. The music they were playing was amazing too! My friend and I were enjoying ourselves, eating good food, listening to good music, and just having such a great time. The whole place honestly had such a warm, homey feeling to it. When we were leaving, the gentleman who had greeted and seated us earlier ended up having a whole conversation with my friend and me. He was so sweet and personable! He mentioned that they may be opening a location in Culver City, and I told him I really hope they do because that would be much closer to home for me. I was even joking with him that if they open one, they need to bring the whole staff from this location over there too because everyone here was THAT amazing. At the same time, even if there ends up being a location closer to me, I would honestly still make the drive back to this one. When you visit somewhere for the first time and have such a great experience, that location becomes special. You can visit the same restaurant somewhere else, but the people, atmosphere, and experience aren't necessarily going to feel the same. This location definitely left that kind of impression on us. I really hope this review reaches management because the staff here deserves the recognition. Everyone we interacted with was wonderful, and Quang especially took such great care of us. This was our first time at VOX Kitchen, but it DEFINITELY won't be our last. We're already talking about coming back and bringing our family and more of our friends so we can all enjoy it together. 10/10 food. 10/10 service. 10/10 atmosphere. 10/10 experience. You guys definitely gained some returning customers!

I didn't know fusion food could taste so good! Today I learned that Chifa is Cantonese Peruvian…read morefood, and I honestly love it so much! Saltado fries with picanha: fries were deliciously fried so that it's crispy but doesn't get soft in the saltado sauce. The picanha was super tender and juicy! Vox pear salad: a refreshing starter with a healthy bed of arugula on top of burrata and pear. The balsamic glaze really pulled it together! Corn ribs: just finger licking delicious Chifa fried rice with filet mignon: fried rice was solid but didn't have the most wok hey flavor that I usually like. It was a bit too moist for fried rice. Filet mignon was a bit tough, but flavor was good! Garlic noodles with crispy salmon: yummy salmon and yummy garlic noodles (could be more garlicky). I wonder if these two could have been more cohesive together somehow, but both individual parts were good! My friend told me this restaurant's owner had a few other fusion restaurants in the plaza, so I'll have to try those as well!

Nep completely blew me away. I had never experienced modern Vietnamese cuisine before, and this was…read morean unforgettable introduction. We ordered the Seafood Ceviche, Bone Marrow, and The Dao, a silky potato purée with truffle oil and toast. Every single dish was delicious, creative, and beautifully executed. Service was equally impressive. From the hosts to the waitstaff, everyone was professional, friendly, and attentive without being overbearing. The pacing was spot on. The space itself is sleek and modern with warm wood throughout, and the open kitchen is a highlight. You can watch the chefs work with real care and precision. It's clear this is a tightly run operation led by people who are passionate about what they do. Nep is absolutely worth the trip, and I will be back the next time I visit Fountain Valley.

Pro tips: Best to call ahead & make reservations vs waiting,…read moreit gets busy! Waiters are very attentive, they refilled our drinks multiple times Parking is adequate depending on the day/time you dine, weekends are obviously busier Request for freshly baked Banh Mi bread You can request refills for salad wraps (free) & dipping sauces Will DEFINITELY come back to try the expanded menu!!!

Have been here three times and every single time I've enjoyed it very much…read more We always have the Chilean sea bass hot pot and grilled king scallop. The your dishes, we mix it up to try new things. All is so good! The service is good. Dishes come out fast and accurate. Very lively restaurant, since it's always busy. Bright and clean restaurant, very important.

Came to OC & Lau on a Saturday afternoon and luckily it wasn't too packed. The food was…read morespectacular. We got the spicy stir fried squid, filet mignon udon noodles, abalone, and clams with cheese. The squid was probably my favorite, the sauce had so much flavor and the squid was cooked perfectly with a really good texture. I just wish the bell peppers were cooked a little more. The filet mignon was super tender, and I loved the chewy udon noodles and sauce. The abalone and cheesy clams were also really good. We also tried the coconut kumquat and the strawberry soda version, both refreshing and flavorful. I liked the ambiance too. My only complaint was the service. We had to flag our waiter down a few times and eventually went to the front to pay after waiting longer than expected. They did give us a free dessert though, which was a nice surprise. Overall, the food absolutely delivered and I'd come back. 9/10

I normally don't particularly like pho, it's my wife that makes me go. But the pho soup here is…read morequite delicious! If I eat food I usually leave the bowl of soup, but pretty much finished this one! If you can't decide which one to get, I'd recommend the combination pho. The worst thing you can do is see other people's food and wish you got theirs. Well no more FOMO thanks to the combo pho! My only pet peeve is we have a family of 5, but the hostess sat us at 4 top and stuck on a chair at the end. It gets pretty crowded on the table when we have an extra set of plate, bowl, cup, silverware, etc, so we're a little cramped. I wouldn't have batted an eye, but we came at 11:15 and the restaurant was way less than half full. But it's not the first nor last time it'll happen, so I'm not knocking off any stars because of it.

Worst service I have ever experienced on a Saturday lunch on August 15th. We signed up for the…read morewaitlist, but still had to wait another 20-30 minutes after our table was ready. Then, when we finally came into the restaurant, they asked us to walk back outside because they still needed to set up the table. I have no idea what needed to be set up when the table was already cleaned, especially when we had hungry, impatient children with us. Once we were finally seated and ordered our food, it took forever to arrive. Whenever we tried to get a server's attention, they seemed to avoid eye contact. We at least waited for 40 mins for our dishes to come to the table. The combination pho was definitely tasty. The broth and pickled onions really tell a story, and the food itself was enjoyable. However, I don't know if I would come back again because of this level of service. Good food can only go so far when the overall dining experience is this frustrating.

Lately I've been exploring Vietnamese food and when I looked at Nguyen's Kitchen's menu, I was…read moreintrigued by some of their menu items, so I decided to go check them out. I was meeting my foodie friend there at 12:30. The parking lot has limited space, which made it an extra challenge to park. Thankfully I only had to circle the block once to come back and snag a spot. (Meanwhile, my friend got there before me and was already enjoying an appetizer). Orders are placed at the counter and they call your number once your food is ready. The dining room consists of mostly booth seating with one "communal" table, and counter seating with 5ish chairs. There are also a handful of tables set outside. I've really been enjoying banh mi and their Bulgogi beef sandwich sounded great. I also happen to have a thing for popcorn chicken, so I got an order of that to round out my lunch. Oh, and based on the rave reviews I've read about their peach & lychee green tea, I ordered one of those as well. Let me just say, lunch was very satisfying! The sandwich was generously filled the fresh ingredients and the meat to veggie ratio was perfect. I'm not sure what the green sauce was that they finished the sammie off with but it was SO tasty!! I requested the popcorn chicken with medium heat and it was just spicy enough to leave my tongue tingling slightly. My friend saved an egg roll for me and it was also really good. (The tea by the way was very refreshing.) Now, this was my first time here but I never saw anyone come out to check the dining room or wipe down the tables after the lunch rush. This was especially concerning to me because they had a guy doing work on the windows who put his feet/ shoes on the tables right under said windows. Ewww. But aside from the parking challenge and the table hygiene/cleanliness, our visit was quite enjoyable and the food was very good. We would definitely return, but we'll have to plan around the lunch rush!

I was really looking forward to trying the crawfish pasta, and the portion was generous with plenty…read moreof crawfish and sausage. The presentation was nice, but unfortunately, the sauce was way too salty for my taste. I usually eat less salt, so the saltiness really overpowered the other flavors and made it difficult to enjoy the dish. Overall, it had potential, but I think the sauce could use a lot less salt to let the crawfish and other ingredients shine.

Another great meal. Got the bun 35 noodle dish with sautéed beef tofu egg roll bean sprouts…read morescallions peanuts, and vegan fish sauce. Very clean and light. The chicken lemongrass was very flavorful with a side of black rice and house salad. For dessert, we began with the chocolate chilled cake. It was amazing so good. We got a second that was called the scotch on the rocks chilled as well both excellent. Recommend this place for a delicious, clean meal.

Au Lac is the cream of the crop, the teets, if you will, of vegan Thai cuisine. All of the flavors…read moreand none of the fish sauce. But you do smell it, that stench of delicious fermented vinegar and sweet, warm aroma of southeast exoticism. The food comes out fast and hot. The tea is steeped properly and the longer it sat, the more flavor there was, the sooner it goes. I can't wait to return and make my way down all the menu items preferably 3 times over before the restaurant knows my name.

I ordered delivery so I can't speak to the ambiance or service but the food was ok and I might get…read moreit again: --Garlic Noodles beef tenderloin 5/5 stars = delicious! The noodles were flavorful and the meat was tender! I would totally order this again! --Phở Rare steak & brisket 4/5 = the broth was flavorful but I didn't get any steak, I only got fatty/inedible pieces of brisket --Mi Char siu pork = 4/5 the broth was delicious but the noodles were too al dente --Shrimp Spring Rolls (2x) = 2/5 I won't order this again as it was 90% lettuce with only a baby bit of noodles, veg & then the standard 3 shrimp. I prefer more noodles & veg so I dont feel like I'm eating a lettuce roll with a couple pieces of shrimp. Also, they don't have any Nuoc Cham sauce which is such a bummer

Stopped by Pho Ba Co in Irvine for lunch and had such a great experience…read more The staff were genuinely warm and welcoming from the moment I walked in, which immediately set the tone. Service was quick without feeling rushed, and they were attentive throughout. The food was excellent. Everything tasted fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with care. You can tell they take pride in what they serve. Overall, just a really solid spot. Great food, great people, and an easy place to come back to. Definitely recommend if you're in the area.

One of the actual sit-down restaurants at the Spectrum; very pretty decor. They having mostly…read moreindoor and some patio dining. Eggplant dish was really rich yet not salty in taste; I quite enjoyed it. The chicken curry was also good; definitely Viet-influence or Viet version with the bowl of do chua. Overall, I think it's a nice restaurant, but obviously pricey for what I know Viet food to cost. However, they do have decent portions (I think the server said they operate with family style?).

Ambience was great it is such a cute date spot! The bar is particular is very nice…read more As for the food I got the sea bass plate that comes with lettuce and veggies to be used as a wrap for your sea bass. The star of this plate was the sauce that came with it. It changes the flavor profile of the sea bass entirely. Personally, I did not like the sea bass alone. It tasted rather bland but the sauce rescued the plate. We also got the garlic noodles which were yummy but nothing crazy, we give them a 3.5/5. Not pictured was the cooked bokchoy because as soon as we tried the first piece we could not stop because it was so good!!! We lastly had the blueberry pecan tart which was.... Omg.... Amazing I wanted to order a second. I get very overwhelmed by sweetness but this plate was perfect. Creamy, freshly baked, big enough for one person or to modestly share between two people. It's topped with vanilla ice cream which was a huge plus! Would def go again though solely for the pecan tart.

Beautiful restaurant with really good food! The Wagyu beef was amazing -- super flavorful, tender,…read moreand delicious. The staff were very friendly, helpful, and attentive. Great service overall. Highly recommend!

Pho Redbo absolutely deserves more recognition because this place knows how to make an incredible…read morebowl of pho. From the moment it hit the table, I could smell how rich and flavorful the broth was. You can tell it wasn't rushed--it tasted like it had been simmering for hours. Every spoonful was comforting, packed with depth, and had the perfect balance of savory flavors. The beef was unbelievably tender, practically melting in my mouth, and the noodles had the perfect bite. This is the kind of meal that reminds you why pho is one of the best comfort foods out there. What really impressed me was the freshness of everything. The herbs were vibrant, the bean sprouts had a great crunch, the jalapeños added the perfect kick, and a squeeze of lime brought the entire bowl together. Every ingredient complemented the broth instead of overpowering it. I found myself slowing down just to enjoy every bite because it was that good. By the time I finished, I was honestly wishing there was another bowl waiting for me. The service and atmosphere made the experience even better. Everyone was welcoming, attentive, and made us feel right at home from the moment we walked in. It's always a bonus when great food is matched by great hospitality. Pho Redbo has officially earned a spot on my list of favorite pho restaurants, and I already know I'll be back to try more of the menu. If you're searching for a pho spot that delivers on flavor, freshness, and overall experience, don't sleep on this place--you'll leave happy and already planning your next visit.

Happy hour here is amazing ! I really enjoyed the chicken wings and lychee martini. Prices are…read moregreat .

Made a reservation for party of 9 on a Sat. We were seated promptly before our entire party…read morearrived. Our server (sorry I didn't remember his name) was amazing. He was so attentive and very patient. Our group was chatty and spent a lot of time catching up before ordering, and he was very understanding and didn't rush us at all. We ordered so many dishes and all of them were delicious. The appetizers we got (Chicken wings, Spicy Wontons, and Fried Calamari) tasted great but small in portion considering the price. For entrees, I was super impressed with the Pork Tomahawk. It was very tender and flavorful. The Seafood Tom Kha pasta was unique and delicious. Steaks were prepared perfectly as well. We had a great time. For drinks, my friends liked the coconut ube brew. I had the sugarcane kumquat, it was too sweet for me.