Drive SLOwly or you might miss this family-run business grown from trailer to brick-and-mortar serving "southern American food with south-east Asian flavors" since 2017. Ordering is easy (laid-back like the islands, friendly like family) either at the counter or online, and dining is bright & airy either indoors or out. I enjoyed the VERMICELLI NOODLE SALAD with a giant mound of fresh California greens, spicy Nuoc Cham and added HOUSE HOT SAUCE in Thai Chili - flavors were vibrant & snappy accented with Thai basil. Also on-board: WHALEBIRD local Kombucha for gut-happy vibes. read more

Hungry Mother - VERMICELLI BOWL - Noodles Near Me - San Luis Obispo, California

Staff is very attentive and friendly which I loved, that's a breath of fresh air. The location is so cute and the restaurant is well kept, limited parking but you find something. I got their Thai Green curry with lemongrass chicken it was so filling and great portions well worth your buck. I would say it more on the sweet side than spice tho. I'll be eating here again (: read more

Hungry Mother - Noodles Near Me - San Luis Obispo, California

As a local, I can say that San Luis Obispo has only a small handful of restaurants that fall into the category of "hole in the wall with good food". This is one of those places. It's just *barely* outside of downtown (still within walking distance) so the onsite parking lot is wide open after 5pm on a bustling Friday evening. Staff is warm and friendly on each of my three visits so far. The food inexplicably feels homemade. Their green curry is good. Perhaps very good. If it had wild mushrooms and was a tad less spicy then I would say it's nearing absolute perfection. Regardless, it's delicious, and the prices for all of their dishes are super reasonable. read more

Hungry Mother - Thai Green Curry with lemongrass chicken. - Noodles Near Me - San Luis Obispo, California

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The shrimp & grits was creamy and flavorful. The bhan mi with chicken was large and tasty. A little pricey. Very few tables. Friendly staff. read more

Hungry Mother - Bánh Mì - Noodles Near Me - San Luis Obispo, California

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FUXS GIVEN = 5.0 ******************* Food = 5 I've been asking SLO county to give us flavor and Hungry Mother has responded. The food is everything I want in a meal. I've had the rice bowl twice and it will probably be a weekly staple. I went with the pork and nuoc cham sauce. I also highly recommend the pork and shrimp cakes. I'll be trying the bahn mi next. UX = 5 It sort of feels like you're stopping at a friend's house in the neighborhood for a quick bite. Open kitchen and clean simple vibes. Service = 5 Order at the counter with quick friendly service. read more

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This place rocks! I had the opportunity to cater a lunch from hungry mother for a Office recently and the food was delicious. Healthy portions, reasonable prices. Healthy food. The arugula was so fresh and peppery, the pickled vegetables were right on point. A great blend of flavors. You would be missing out if you don't try the spot out a few times. The shrimp rice bowl was delicious, the shrimp and grits were a hit, and the bahn mi sandwich looked fantastic. Everybody loved their meals. It was nice to be able to order online for pick up and have a nice meal ready to go a few minutes before the promised time. I will certainly cater lunch from hungry mother more in the future as they offer a simple yet delicious menu. read more

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Absolutely delicious food and great staff/customer service! The place is small and has a great vibe. Always clean and organized. I've gone to their brick-and-mortar location about a dozen times since they opened and used to support their food truck. Telling friends and colleagues about this new spot all the time! So great to have vegan and gluten-free options in SLO and support, Mom and Pop. It can be a little bit busy during lunchtime and parking can be tricky, but they work hard to get meals out fresh and hot and always with a smile and genuine check-in midway. Long may they be in business in our little town and wishing them much success! read more

Friendly staff and service. Nice area and atmosphere. The Green Curry was good. Vermicelli bowl was not great. read more

Hungry Mother - Green curry with chicken - Noodles Near Me - San Luis Obispo, California

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Don't overlook this little hidden gem. The food was delicious, fresh and scratch made. Service was excellent. We had the Bahn Mi with the shrimp and pork cake (crispy and hot!) and the green curry with lemongrass chicken. Prices are reasonable for this 'spensive little city of ours, and while the ambience isn't really date night it's certainly fit our week night vibe. Go hungry!! read more

Hungry Mother - Green Curry with chicken. Yom! - Noodles Near Me - San Luis Obispo, California

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Excellent, friendly service. Then the Vietnamese sandwiches arrived. We both went with the chicken protein. It was awesome. Fresh fresh fresh and the flavor balance was incredible. They use this sauce...indescribably yummy. The bread--kind of like a "Vietnamese bolilo" was great. I had a few questions based on my ignorance in the Vietnamese culinary experience, which they graciously explained to me. Will def be back to try other things, since they made me a believer that they don't mess around here. Thank you Hungry Mother! read more

Hungry Mother is a new spot in SLO and it's already a standout. I ordered the cold noodle dish with marinated tofu and the flavors were absolutely impeccable. The nam chok sauce was spicy as hell in the best way and so addictive I couldn't stop. The customer service was great too, super friendly, quick, and the space was clean and welcoming. This is exactly the kind of food I'm stoked to have in SLO and I really wish them the best. Pro tip: get extra sauce, you'll want it. read more

Hungry Mother - Cold noodle salad with tofu - Noodles Near Me - San Luis Obispo, California

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I had the vermicelli noodle bowl w/ chicken which had wonderful flavors. The only complaint would be the chicken was just a tad dry. I liked the non-spicy sauce better than the chili soy. My friend had the curry dish which she loved and she said she would have eaten more of it but we went on a hot,sweltering day. The service was fabulous as the staff was friendly and kept asking us if we needed anything. My only complaint was that there was no A/C. The door had to be left open so there were flies buzzing about throughout our meal. read more

Love their food and the people who own it and work there. We've tried most of the dishes now. Favorite dishes are cold noodle bowl with pork, green curry (and special red curry), and hot noodle bowl with pork. The pork is my favorite protein. It's crispy and tender. I only had the chicken once, but it wasn't my favorite. Not enough flavor for me. The shrimp and pork cakes are good too. We also tried the ban mi. It was ok, but the two noodle bowls and curries keep me coming back! Cold noodle bowl just has so many fresh delicious flavors (Thai basil and cilantro). It's awesome. The hot noodle bowl has delicious fried garlic on top. All the sauces are delicious too! Highly recommend! read more

Hungry Mother is our new favorite! Not only the best food but the kindest people! Everything is fresh, healthy & delicious! You won't regret a meal here! The best lunch spot. We recommend the banh mi with the pork and shrimp. read more

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Tried the Green Curry with lemon chicken and was really impressed. Everything tasted fresh and thoughtfully prepared--the vegetables were crisp, the chicken was tender and juicy, and the coconut curry was rich, savory, and well balanced. I'll definitely be back to try more of the menu. read more

The Bánh Mì is a sandwich made with a Vietnamese baguette. It is a must-try for foodies. It features a flavorful combination of rice vinegar pickles, carrot and daikon, cucumber, cilantro, jalapeño, mayo, and red curry remoulade. We were so hungry that we decided to swap half of our sandwiches with each other to taste both. To our delight, they were equally impressive. The flavors blended beautifully, creating a harmonious symphony of tastes. The freshness and perfection of the ingredients were evident, all crafted with love. The top sandwich is made with shrimp and pork cakes, while the bottom sandwich is made with lemon grass chicken. The knowledgeable staff at Hungry Mother truly knows what they are doing. We will definitely return to explore their other offerings and experience the delightful flavors they have to offer. We love the friendly atmosphere and can't wait to visit again soon. Oh and don't forget to say Hi to Allí read more

Hungry Mother - That's Allí in the back. She has a heart of gold and pours her love into her food. - Noodles Near Me - San Luis Obispo, California

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First of all, Hungry Mother is such a chill spot. The staff is warm, friendly, and the whole place gives off that signature "SLO vibe." The food smells and looks incredible, this is definitely something we needed! I love the build-your-own bowl concept. It's super customizable and has tons of options for all kinds of dietary needs and preferences. I went with the rice noodle bowl, which comes with cold vermicelli noodles, your choice of protein, and sauces. I chose chicken with a combo of peanut sauce and chili crisp hoisin. Delish. The fresh herbs in the bowl really brought it all together. And let me say they do not skimp on portions. If you're looking for something fresh, flavorful, and different from the usual, you've gotta check this place out! read more

Stopped by for lunch. Did a quick pick up but staff was very friendly! Ordered the banh mi sandwich with chicken as the protein and it was very good! I would recommend and will be coming back soon to try more. :) read more

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What a pleasant experience! I ordered the hot noodles with pork and chili hoisin sauce. It was delicious! The pork was tender, juice with crispy edges. The fried shallot on top just completed the dish so well for me. The owner so a total gem as well. I was asking about the butter mochi dessert and she sent me home with one. It was butter and chewy and also absolutely delicious. I thought it wouldn't be sweet enough for my husband as he typically likes really sweet treats, but his response was "What is this? It is delicious!" We are already planning to go back again! Thank you for making delicious food and for doing it all while prioritizing your family! Supporting local families is the best! read more

I love the food here! It's one of the best restaurants in slo! I have tried the vermicelli noodle bowl & the green curry bowl. Both are very good. I love how everything is flavorful and fresh. I love the shrimp & pork cakes as well. I can't wait to come back here again! The staff is also very friendly and helpful. read more

First time there and had the banh mi with marinated tofu. Very good, will definitely go back.

The owner is a genius in creating Asian inspired yummies, I ordered most of their menu and tried it, super delicious! The ambiance was well thought off and clean and efficient wording and sweet sayings! The staff are kind and knowledgeable and professional. Thank you for creating epic Asian meal, I truly appreciate your creation... I recommend you stop by and be transported to an Asia flair experience... read more

Love all the vegetarian options. I tried the tofu banh mi with a side of cheddar grits. Odd combo, I know, but both were delicious! Even better was the friendly, attentive service. I'll be back to try the noodles! read more

Hungry Mother - Tofu banh mi - Noodles Near Me - San Luis Obispo, California

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The banh mi with pork was good the only reason this gets 4.5 stars for me was how the pork was a little too salty. The balance between sweet and salty was off for me. But overall super solid and I would definitely come back. read more

Had a delicious dinner there last night. Staff was friendly. Great music playing. Food was so good we can't wait to go back. The tofu in my rice bowl was crazy good! read more

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SO good and fresh! Large portions too! Highly recommend!!! We got the curry, definitely has some heat to it but delicious. Everything we got was good! read more

Fantastic Bahn Mi, flavors are amazing! It's a big sandwich with a generous portion of protein, you won't be disappointed!

The food was fantastic. I got the shrimp and pork cake rice bowl with gochujang sauce, and it was fantastic. The broccoli and pickled onions that came with it were perfect. Great size. Large but not huge. The owners were so kind. Let me try all the different sauces. Food was brought to us quickly and the owners kept checking in, making sure we were taken care of. Had a curated drink section of SLOcal and other drinks that were awesome. Super cute spot I will be going to again. My parents who are older, white, notvery curious eaters found stuff they loved, and my wife and I who like to try new interesting flavors were all satisfied and impressed. Shout out also to Shindig Cider. They are a local cider brewery, and I got a can of their cider with my food. I've had their cider before, but every time I have it I am reminded why it is my single favorite cider! read more

Delicious rice and noodle bowls with lots of very fresh ingredients. And such a cute, friendly place!

Hungry Mother is our weekly treat: many choices and a daily special: our fave is the rice bowl with fresh protein of choice ( roast pork, chicken, or shrimp) with a generous topping of veg and delicious dressing choices. Run by a wonderful young couple and staffed with college students, it has the perfect neighborhood vibe. Eat in or take out, they offer bargain prices for generous servings of tasty food. read more

The Hungry Mother was recommended to me by a niece who lives in SLO, with the recommendation to try the bahn mi and I wasn't disappointed. Not your purely traditional bahn mi but a "chef'ed" up version that was really tasty and huge. Will definitely come back to try some of the other offerings which all looked great. Counter/quick serve style with some counter and out door seating options. read more

Hot noodle bowl with tofu was excellent, tasty peanut sauce and very generous serving. Staff was friendly and service quick. A bit of a food counter ambiance but price was nice. We were able to sit outside in the sunshine which added to the experience. read more

Absolutely wonderful food. I had a shrimp Poboy, that was as good as I have eaten in New Orleans. My companion ordered shrimp and grits, the grits were amazing. The flavors were delicious. Definitely can't wait to go back, the limitations are they are only open from Monday through Friday, and it's mostly take away, very little seating. read more

I found this cute little spot on Yelp and I was not disappointed. I asked the woman working the front counter what her favorite thing on the menu was and she described every dish deliciously. I decided on trying the bahn mj with the recommended pork and shrimp cakes. It was perfectly seasoned, well balanced, and filling! I've already told a few friends about the restaurant, and I'll definitely be back! read more

Hungry Mother - Bahn Mi with Pork and Shrimp Cakes - Noodles Near Me - San Luis Obispo, California

been here twice now and will be back to try more! first visit was for a banh mi sandwich with roasted pork and second time for hot noodles with shrimp and pork cakes. highly recommend both. banh mi was large, great baguette, good proportions of meat to pickled veggies/cilantro/jalapeno and delicious red curry spread. hot noodles were a generous portion with good amount of veggies, and the shrimp and pork cakes were delicious. their nuoc cham was a perfect spicy and vinegary complement to cut the caramelized rich meatiness of the cakes. shop is clean, neat, with a nice open kitchen. service is fast and friendly, definitely recommend! read more

So happy to finally have gotten to their brick and mortar! Friendly staff and what great, tasty food! Servings are generous enough for two meals! read more

I've been here twice and am planning another visit. I loved the vermicelli noodle bowl with pork. The meat was great and the noodles were buried by fresh vegetables. Second visit I had the banh mi sandwich with beef. It was good but I preferred the noodles. This tiny place is a wonderful replacement for the beloved SLO Provisions that occupied this space before. read more

I ordered the rice bowl and it was delicious but too spicy for me, but I finished it because it was very good. Lots of vegetables, perfect shrimp, and a yummy peanut sauce. The next time I went there I ordered it again and asked for not spicy at all....they got me and it was perfect! I'm glad they're close to work and for what you get....the price is right. read more

The best shrimp and grits. The grits were so creamy. Can't wait to try the rest of the menu. Supper service, incredibly nice people.

Shrimp & pork cake rice bowl recommended. Great food. Owners delightful. Very service oriented. Come & enjoy!