I have been here multiple times and the food has been great every time. The chicken sandwich is the best I have had in the Twin Cities.

Visited 5/15/26. One of my fave dining experiences of 2026 so far. It's definitely a tucked away place and I would give yourself time for parking/walking over because it was slightly trickier than expected with the varied parking signs nearby. We made a reservation in advance but didn't need to make it too far in advance which was nice. To start, we ordered some wine. It felt like a nicely curated selection and each of us enjoyed our wines. When we visited there weren't any cocktail options on the menu so that was the only thing that felt slightly missing, but they still had a nice selection of wine, beer, ciders, and sakes. The food was so so solid. To be a place that does veg options equal to/even better than the meat options is incredibly impressive to me. Everything we tried was well balanced flavor wise. We split the lettuce wraps which were a great shareable starter. I wish we had gotten the wontons because those looked great! We shared a tofu noodle salad, the tofu jicama sticky ribs, and the chicken sandwich. Each of these in my opinion are must orders. My favorite of these were the sticky ribs. Truly probably the best tofu dish I've ever had. Look forward to coming back-I would recommend this to anyone. read more

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Service was accommodating and friendly. Nice seating area for waiting. We had ordered pork belly lettuce wrap and fried chicken wings as apps, fried chicken sandwich, fried rice and Thai milk tres leches for dessert. My favorite dish out of all the dishes we ordered is the pork belly lettuce wrap. The dipping sauce could have a little more tartness and spice. Small dining area but with the high ceilings of the warehouse style, makes it seem big and very modern. They have a nice patio. Prices are a little more than expected. Nice to try a new place in St. Paul. read more

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Came here for dinner with the family to try out Khue's Kitchen, finally! Party of 8, note that half of the family are picky eaters too. Here are some of our favs! 1. Chicken salad - so light and refreshing! Get it! 2. Chicken wings - so crispy and juicy. If you don't eat spicy, remember to order it without the chili crunch. My in-laws would have eaten more if it wasn't spicy. 3. Chicken sandwich - lived up to the hype - sooo good! 4. Sticky Jicama Ribs - I didn't think I would like this dish but it ended up being my fav! Who would have thought a vegetarian dish is this good? Not me. It was crispy, savory, earthy and full of flavor. It doesn't hurt that I knew the chef & his dad from Quang's. They came out to greet us and continued to check in on us and gave us suggestions on what to order. Thank you for treating us so so well! My family and I had a great dining experience and thought the food was all very tasty! Not pictured are the savory cream cheese wontons, pork fried rice and chicken sandwich. We also loved our friendly server who knew the menu well & offered good alternatives for drinks since they only have beer & wine. Would love to see some dishes being rotated maybe seasonally and maybe change up the dessert menu. Congrats on the new beautiful space, we'll be back for sure when we are back in town! read more

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This is my new favorite spot in the Twin Cities! St. Paul specifically is leveling up, Khue's Kitchen is an incredible addition to the neighborhood. The staff and the chef are extremely kind and welcoming. You can tell a lot of thought and love go into the making of this food. The menu is quite a bit smaller than I expected when I first came, but everything on the menu is a smashing success. I've only heard good things about this restaurant and it definitely lives up to the name. I actually ended up recommending this spot to too many friends, coworkers, and family members, I also came here on Mother's Day with my parents and they absolutely loved it. As far as food, I have tried the cream cheese wontons, the chicken sandwich (popular), the sticky jicama ribs (insanely good), and the rice noodle salad dish. Everything has been sensational thus far. The chicken sandwich has a really nice herbaceous aïoli, the sticky jicama ribs are absolutely incredible especially for anyone that is vegan or vegetarian, there are no meat products in this dish, but the flavor and texture would convince you of otherwise. It's hard to explain so I'm just telling you right now that you HAVE to try the sticky jicama ribs. This is not a drill. If you end with the Thai tea tres leches, you won't be disappointed. It is a classic tres leches with a twist, the Thai tea isn't as strong as traditional but goes perfectly with the other tres leches components. The presentation is unreal! Truly impressed by this restaurant, I will continue to come here and support this local establishment. Chef Eric Pham is so awesome to talk to, wishing them nothing but success! read more

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I cannot say entirely enough good things about the wonderful experience we had here. It's located in a fairly industrial area but the moment you walk in you are transported to a modern cozy dining experience. We were greeted by the chef/owner the second we walked in. We went on a Sunday night so did not need to wait for a table, but I would recommend reservations at a busier time. We were not ordering alcohol that night, so I chose a non-alcoholic beverage off the menu. To be honest, I didn't like it, but didn't want to say anything. I simply asked a question about it to the manager. And the owner brought me out a different drink that he thought I would like better. Talk about service. I ordered the jicama ribs, and they were some of the best faux meat product I've had in my life. Essentially, it was layers of tofu and jicama sliced and then pressed together and cooked. The visual and texture was very similar to meat. but it had its own flavor. I would compare it to items I've had at Buddhist monasteries in Asia. It was that good. The waiter was very attentive, but it was also wonderful having the owner come out and talk to us and other parties in the dining room. We weren't super hungry so we skipped dessert, but I definitely want to come back and try a few items on that menu as well. This is a restaurant that will make both meat eaters and vegetarian/vegan happy. My companion ordered pork and loved it, but since I didn't try it, I won't comment on it. read more

Khue’s Kitchen - JIcama ribs - Vietnamese Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

My food here was SO GOOD. Parking was very frustrating; they have a lot that seems to normally be fully occupied. There is street parking but I had to search far and wide and walk a few blocks to find a spot. The restaurant is inconspicuous to an annoying degree - check my pics to help spot it. But once I was in there it was just about as good as it gets. It was a nice day so I enjoyed the patio seating, but they have really nice dining rooms. Service was extremely professional and thoughtful. And my meal was just outstanding. The Cream Cheese Wontons may sound modest, but these were the best I've ever had, they were absolutely on-another-level. For my entree I got the Grilled Thick Cut Pork Chop. Perfectly prepared and full of interesting flavor. The accompanying salad looks like an unremarkable house salad but it's actually a nước mắm salad which was spicy and awesome. I just loved this meal. Ignore the charmlessness of the surrounding area and try this excellent restaurant. read more

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My colleagues and I decided to try Khue's Kitchen after hearing several positive reviews. We made online reservations for 5:45 p.m. on a Wednesday evening. With Highway 280 under construction and the usual evening rush-hour traffic, I arrived about 20 minutes late. My colleagues had already been seated and ordered drinks. Finding the entrance was unexpectedly confusing. I first tried two doors facing the main street, both of which were locked with signs directing guests to another entrance. The actual entrance was located on the side of the building near the back patio and parking lot. While not a major issue, it was an unusual first impression. To start, we ordered Vietnamese iced coffees, cream cheese wontons to share, a couple of spicy chicken sandwiches, and chicken wings. The iced coffee was enjoyable but milder than the bold, robust flavor typically expected from traditional Vietnamese coffee. The cream cheese wontons, however, were disappointing. At $12 for four pieces, they felt overpriced for what was served. The wrapper was especially thick around the corners, leaving parts with a stale, undercooked texture. My colleagues also found the spicy chicken sandwiches excessively greasy and heavily coated in sauce, which made the bread soft and the sandwich overly rich. On the other hand, the chicken wings were the standout of the meal. They were crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and had a pleasant kick from the chili oil without being overwhelmingly spicy. Unfortunately, the service at the end of our visit overshadowed the meal itself. We finished eating, paid our bill, and spent about 10 minutes catching up at the table. Around 7:10 p.m., a staff member approached us and said, "Sorry ladies, I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but we have reservations trying to get seated." Rather than asking how our meal was or whether we needed anything else, we were essentially asked to leave. This was surprising, particularly because we had not been informed of any time limit for Wednesday reservations. In fact, the online reservation system only mentioned a 90-minute dining limit for Fridays and Saturdays. Had there been a clearly communicated time restriction for all reservations, we would have understood and respected it. What made the interaction more confusing was that two nearby tables had already been cleared and remained empty for several minutes while we were finishing our conversation. It was difficult to understand why we were asked to leave before those available tables had been utilized. Learning afterward that the staff member was Eric, the chef and owner, made the experience even more disappointing. Khue's Kitchen has an attractive atmosphere, and the chicken wings are certainly worth trying. However, the inconsistent food, confusing entrance, and rushed ending left a lasting negative impression. If you're looking for a place to enjoy a leisurely date night or catch up with friends over dinner, this may not be the best choice unless you're prepared for a quicker dining experience than expected. Khue's kitchen should also maybe consider being a food truck instead if they want a fast turn over. read more

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Delicious, flavorful and innovative menu and food. Service was impeccable and attentive but not overbearing. The chicken sandwich was hard to eat with the amount of sauce but it was totally worth it. They even brought wet wipes for us after eating it. They will also cut the sandwich in half if requested for sharing but next time I'll be ordering a whole one for myself! The chicken was juicy and the breading was light and had a great crunch. The spicy jicama ribs were as delicious and flavorful as the reviews make them out to be. A bit pricey for a vegan meal but it is a must try. The texture is firm and chewy in a good way. The dish also microwaves well the next day if you take one to go. Really hard to believe there is no meat in this dish. I also wish there was a mayo to dip them in. The pork fried rice was a good but maybe not a reorder. There were many different types of pork cuts. It was yummy but was outshined by other items on the menu. The space is very chill and industrial modern with it primarily being black. Mood lighting is nice. Tables for 2 seemed a bit close together but none the less still a great experience. Limited parking in the parking lot but an abundance of free street parking . read more

Khue’s Kitchen - Pork fried rice, Jicama ribs and chicken sandwich - Vietnamese Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

Genuinely a hidden gem. WOW!!!!! It was so good. I got their rice noodles and that tofu was incredible. Truly the best I've ever had. So crispy and flavorful. We went at 8pm on a Thursday and it was busy!!!! Make a resy. The inside is absolutely gorgeous. 10/10 it's been awhile since I've been so wow-ed by a spot but this truly WOWED! read more

I was looking for something special to be my 100th review.... And this... this is it!! I have had a lot of good food lately, but nothing has made me as excited or impressed as this. We ate on the patio, and it was a perfect day for it!! The servers were attentive and excited, and the food was incredible!! I am truly in awe of the jicama sticky ribs, I would pay a LOT of money to do a cooking class on them just to understand the sorcery of how they transformed jicama and tofu into that!! read more

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They had really good food and I appreciated the atmosphere. I thought they would have pho but that's okay. I guess their parent company does. My salad was very good. I thought the chipped style things were interesting; they served it with it. It would have been nice if they would have had more hot non-alcoholic beverages but I really enjoyed the food I had. read more

Khue’s Kitchen - Vietnamese Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

This spot has been on my list for so long and was one of my most anticipated new restaurants to check out! Well...it hit all the marks and absolutely deserves the accolades it's accumulating! There is a small parking lot and some street parking. We had to search a bit, so be prepared for that during peak times! The space is pure bliss...dimly lit, uniquely arranged, and tastefully decorated. It blends the right atmosphere for an intimate date night or a warm backdrop for catching up with friends. I think it does one of the best jobs of staying elevated without being pretentious. My favorite part of the service was that the chef came out often to deliver food and engage with diners. You almost never see this at restaurants these days. I wish more chefs would take the risk of slimming their menu down to a shortlist of favorites like at Khue's. Every single bite we had was better than the last. The Cream Cheese Wontons are SUPER filled with creamy goodness, with just a hint of garlic for originality. The Lettuce Wraps were a bit difficult to eat as intended, but what they missed in practicality, they absolutely made up for in taste! Juicy yet crisp! The real winner for me was the Chicken Sandwich, which has taken over as my FAVORITE Chicken Sandwich in all of the Cities. Huge serving, crunchy breading with juicy chicken, and an herb-forward sauce that balances the spice. I will be running back to eat that again! read more

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Ok honestly - this might be my new fave restaurant in the twin cities. We were in the area and noticed that this place was well reviewed, stopped by without much other information, and were blown away. The inside is a bit more upscale than expected (lower light, nice bar area, candles etc) so we were a bit underdressed, but didn't stick out too much. It seemed nice but also family friendly, with high chairs and other families dining. The service was great, our server was personable and quick to help. Now, the food. The dishes were an interesting mix of authentic and modernized, ranging from classic chicken salad and lettuce wraps to veganized ribs. We had the fried chicken sandwich, the chicken salad, and the pork fried rice. Everything was amazing, but the chicken sandwich was maybe the best I've ever had. It was so unusual and savory and balanced in flavor, and the bright tart salad was the perfect accompaniment. We finished with the Thai tres leches, which was not too sweet and a good meal ender. We already can't wait to come back! read more

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Such a cute restaurant with a really lovely atmosphere. The vibe is warm and welcoming, making it a great place to relax and enjoy a meal. The food was delicious--especially the chicken wings and fried rice, which I'd definitely recommend. Chicken wings are a little bit salty though. The staff were also very friendly and attentive, which made the experience even better. Overall, a great spot that I'd happily come back to. read more

First visit. Collective 'WOW' from me and Doll, and our neighbors. I had heard of this place, just hadn't gotten around to making a reservation. My foodie neighbors beat me to it and invited us. Been coming here for a while now, mainly to Herbst, down the street. I got the pork chop, doll got the pork fried rice, neighbors got the jicama ribs and the Bún Chay | Rice Noodle Salad. We started out with the cream cheese won tons. The Pork Chop was the best I've ever had at a restaurant. Doll couldn't stop raving about the pork fried rice. I knew neighbors Rice Noodle Salad was good cause she hardly spoke another word after tasting it. I got a taste of the Jicama ribs and was very surprised at how tasty they were and how meaty they came across. Got to meet Eric himself and his Father too. What a stunner of meals after only a year in at this new location. Thank you Eric and team! read more

Khue's Kitchen is such a little gem. First the food. Chicken salad is superb, tangy and delightful. Chicken sandwich...two thumbs up from my hubby, the chix sandwich connoisseur. The roast pork fried rice is, hands down, the best fried rice I've ever eaten. Now, onto the service. We met the chef's parents who couldn't have been sweeter. His dad made my salad custom because I can't stand cilantro (I know, I know). The entire staff was lovely including the host, who bid us farewell by name. So impressed. So delicious. Can't wait to go back!! Street parking is likely, although there is a small lot. The signage is minimal so look for the deck and string lights, nighttime makes it easier to locate. read more

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Khue's has been on my list of places to try for many months now! Made a dinner reservation for a Friday night at 5pm and was pleasantly surprised to see how beautiful this restaurant is. The patio is lovely, the staff were super sweet, and the food was delicious. We started with the cream cheese wontons -- they're savory which was a bonus -- and an order of the chili crunch wings. SPICY! The wings were fried perfectly. Flavor was great, but you gotta like spice if you're going to try these out. We also ordered the pork fried rice and the ribeye. The ribeye was super tender and succulent. The sauce on the green beans was my favorite and I LOVED dipping the ribeye in the sauce. We ended with the Thai tea tres leches, which is what I was most excited about. It was a little too liquidity for my liking, but I enjoyed the Thai tea flavor. I will definitely be back! Another bonus, they have a parking lot and it's not on a busy street so easy to access and get to. read more

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this spot serves some of the best Vietnamese food in the Twin Cities!!!! somewhat hidden in St. Paul, Khue's is beautiful and their patio is so cozy! Their chili crips wings was perfectly crispy, juicy and love the chili crisps on top. Their jicama ribs is truly one of the best vegan dishes I've ever tasted. It's their bestseller for good reason! Their chicken sandwich is fantastic and love the big juicy chicken!! I absolutely loved their chicken salad, it was refreshing and addicting. Even if you are full, make sure to try their Thai tea tres leches, you will not regret it!!! The service here was impeccable too! Chef Eric came out and introduced himself and made sure we were having a great experience. I most definitely will be back here and next time will need to check out their weekend menu! read more

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Fantastic experience! First, the atmosphere is open and welcoming. Free parking lot available right next to the restaurant. Servers were all incredibly nice and prompt. I got the chicken sandwich which was amazing. Probably one of the best chicken sandwiches I have had. The chili oil that they make in-house was the star of the dish. I also tried the tres leches cake which was nice and moist with a good depth of flavor. read more

Khue’s Kitchen - Chicken sandwich ($17) - Vietnamese Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

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This may be my new favorite restaurant in the Twin Cities. This hidden gem was beyond expectation. The interior is beautiful and the patio seating is an added bonus. The tofu, jicama ribs were honestly better than any pork ribs I've ever had. I would never have believed they were vegetarian if the menu didn't say so! The chilli chicken wings were also delicious- spicy and flavorful. I only wish they had a happy hour so I could try small bites of everything on the menu!! read more

I came back here within weeks of trying it because I loved it so much. This time, I came for a date night and shared three dishes: sticky jicama ribs (of course), chicken sandwich, and pork chop.  As always, the sticky jicama ribs did not disappoint. It was my partner's first time trying it, and he agreed that it was amazing. The chicken sandwich was also delicious and came out piping hot. So hot that we had to let it cool before digging in. I now know why people say that it is one of the best chicken sandwiches in the Twin Cities. It's the best in my opinion! (That might not be the more accurate ranking as I haven't tried any other chicken sandwiches) The pork chop was delicious and had me picking up the bone to chew off every last bit.  I've convinced so many friends to come here because it really does live up to the hype. Perfect spot for a date night, week night catch up with friends, or even a solo dinner date. Amazing service and delicious food always. read more

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A little off the food path. But what a incredible food find. I just came in for takeout order. I was helped immediately by a nice hostess. There were plenty of tables available at the time that I came in either indoor or outdoor. The atmosphere was very informal and welcoming, and looked like a wonderful place to stop and eat for a dine in experience. I had the chicken wings, chicken, salad, cream, cheese, wontons, and the sticky ribs, which were all phenomenal. read more

Fantastic food, ambiance, and drinks. Once it's a bit bearable outside I would love to go back and enjoy their patio. The menu isn't huge, and it's quite limited for those that don't eat meat, but I was shocked at how good the jicama and tofu "ribs" are. Very uniquely made with alternating layers of jicama and tofu. Everyone at my table enjoyed their plates, but it does seem like all of them were a bit spicy (which wasn't clear to us upon ordering)...so just a warning for those who have trouble with spicy food! I wish the menu had more beer options, but if you like wine then you will be all set here! read more

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This is the best meal that we have had across the US in a LONG time! Thank you thank you thank you, Khue's Kitchen, for existing! We were traveling out of MN for work and heading back to Chicago. During our work trip, we had some pretty disappointing gross fried food. Knowing we wanted to have dinner before leaving for home; however, we weren't expecting much. Khue's Kitchen had great reviews on Yelp and availability for us. After placing the reservation, I noticed a very short menu that left me uneasy. Guys, DO NOT FRET ABOUT THE MENU! It is perfectly curated. We got the Chicken Salad, Pork Fried Rice and Pork Chop. Chicken Salad: Literally moaning at our tables. OMG... it doesn't even need the chicken to be good. The fish sauce dressing is what makes this dish. I could eat this everyday. I will be trying to recreate this at home until I can make it back to MN. And the prawn chips - genius! You can make anyone eat veggies on a shrimp chip! Roast Pork Fried Rice: I thought for sure this was cooked on a wok with a higher than thou BTU flame. Eric, the owner, informed me it is not. How can that be?! How can you get that flavor, soulfulness, crispiness, tenderness into this dish without a wok?! Pure magic! The chili crunch is a nice bite. (FYI - took some home and had leftovers for lunch. This dish is even better the next day!) Pork Chop: Nice char and flavor. Not dry at all. We walked into this restaurant without any research. Didn't know who Eric was, his lineage or relationship with Quang, accolades... We walked out full, satisfied, overjoyed and giddy with AN EXPERIENCE, not just a meal. We were so lucky to have time with Eric who is so personable, thoughtful and FUNNY! He made the night for us on top of the food. We will definitely be back in August when we bring our kids for our annual state fair trip and they're going to love the chicken salad as much as we did! read more

I've been eating Eric's food (the chef) since his pop up days. I love his fried chicken wings and order it every time I go. Throughout the years, I'd try other items on his menu, but nothing else really stood out for me. I brought my mom (her first time) to eat at Khue's Kitchen this week. We ordered the fried chicken wings, rice noodle salad, and pork chop. My mom was having a great time bantering with the waiter and she also liked the chicken wings. When the pork chop came, I noticed one side of it had severe burnt grill marks, and tasted bitter and was difficult to chew. Shrugging it away, I tried to cut the burnt parts out and started eating. Around halfway through eating the pork chop, my mom alarmingly told me the pork appears to not be fully cooked, showing me a piece of pink meat. She asked Eric to come over. Instead of apologizing or even just acknowledging my mom's concern, Eric responded with "oh people only worried about uncooked pork 15 years ago" and "it's not a thing anymore right now" and "why don't you just GOOGLE??!!" When my mom kept saying she was scared to eat undercooked pork, Eric finally acknowledged that his mom was the same, and that he had to explain to his mom as well. He then dismissively said he'd take the pork chop off of our bill, and suggested us to box up our food and leave. At that point, we were only in the restaurant for less than an hour and haven't finished either the chicken wings or the noodle salad AND basically lost our main dish. I was really disappointed in how Eric treated my mom during this experience. I've been recommending people to check out Khue's Kitchen for years, but I won't be anymore. And honestly, after having eaten the whole menu at Khue's pop up and the permanent restaurant location across the span of the last 4 years, the only stand out is still just the chicken wings. I'll just let that speak for itself. read more

Khue’s Kitchen - Vietnamese Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

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My partner has been obsessed with Khue's and I finally got to try it. Everything was top notch, from the friendly and attentive service to the airy space and the delicious food. The steak was the best steak I have ever had. The char and seasoning on it was unreal and melted in your mouth. The chicken sandwich was perfectly juicy and seasoned as well. The chicken wings were a bit spicy for me, but it's in their name. Both desserts were incredible to finish it off. An absolute must try in Minneapolis. read more

Khue’s Kitchen - Vietnamese Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

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Delicious food !!! We had the cream cheese wontons, the pork belly lettuce wraps, the chicken sandwich, and the ribs. All were flavorful, perfectly cooked, and smile inducing. The ambiance inside is warm and a bit fancy :) will definitely be back again! read more

I fell in love with Khue's Kitchen. My hubby picked this place for our date night and it didn't disappoint one bit. From the friendly service, the ambiance to the very delicious food my hubby and I had an amazing experience here. Our server was very attentive and friendly. The food is traditional Vietnamese cuisine with an elevated twist. We ordered a few dishes to share and had some delicious leftovers to take home. We started off with the Cream Cheese Wontons and the Chicken salad. The Cream cheese wontons were savory and was served with a sweet and sour sauce for dipping. The Chicken salad was what I fell in love with. It was just bursting with flavors. It had the perfect amount of heat, tang from the fish sauce vinaigrette , lots of freshness from herbs, crunchy cabbage and topped off with fried onions and peanuts. This Chicken salad is an experience all on it's own. For entrées we decided to try the Roast Pork fried rice and Spicy Chicken Sandwich. The fried rice was delicious with Crispy rice, scallion oil, crispy pork, lap xuong topped with a fried egg and chili crunch. I don't have words to explain how delicious the Chicken Sandwich was. It was a crispy, juicy, delicious mess. The sandwich was in a Brioche bun with lettuce, tomato, house pickles, herb aioli and chili crunch. That chili crunch was so delicious I wanted to take a jar of it home. We decided to end our date night on a sweet note. We both got the Thai tea Tres Leche. We love the traditional Tres Leche and we didn't know what to expect. This Tres Leche is quite unique. It had the right amount of sweetness and the Thai tea flavor stood out. The cake was topped with whipped cream, coconut crunch and Sugar Boba. The Thai tea gets poured in at the table. After we were done with our meal, the chef/owner Eric Pham came out and talked to us and made sure we had a great experience. That was an experience in itself. I can't say enough great things about this place. Go check it out. We will definitely be back to try other delicious things. read more

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Excellent! We came here because I was craving Vietnamese food, and this place had excellent reviews. Ambiance was amazing. Service was as good as it gets. I had the lettuce wraps, and I will have them again. I can't wait to come back this summer and enjoy the beautiful patio! read more

Khue's Kitchen was amazing! The food was absolutely delicious, such good flavors. The menu was small, but each dish was packed with tasty ingredients and a nice spicy kick as well. The service was very nice, our waiter was courteous and very friendly, explaining each dish and giving recommendations. The dining room was very fancy, plenty of seating and spacious. It was a wonderful meal. read more

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I heard about this restaurant from the Star Tribune Sports that an item on their menu was one of the five best things they ate last week. A buddy of mine and I haven't seen each other in a while, and I always need more excuses to travel east of the river into Saint Paul, so we decided on getting a little snack there. What the food writer mentioned was these tofu ribs. Jicama Sticky Ribs 12/10 There is a real risk in ordering these. You're paying entrée level pricing for a vegan item. I don't trust any food writer, but I trust a restaurant in this food kitchen incubator space that if this is on the menu, it has to be decent. This item is not a downgrade from meat items on the menu. It is so good, it is worth supplementing other meal items you get to eat this as an appetizer. The edges are crisp, the soy glaze feels like a light barbecue sauce, and you can imagine a jicama and meat skewer to be similar. I found the texture to be like that last piece on a meat skewer or the edge piece that has some fat connected to it. That little bit of gristle is what the tofu feels like. Shockingly impressed. Truly, the best part was the taste. As we were done eating with it, because I shared with a buddy, the chef heard us talking about it and he came out to say hello. He refilled our waters, and we asked what inspired this. He was very direct about it and said well yes the spicy chicken sandwich is very good, he watched a couple, a man and a woman, get the chicken sandwich and the woman receives some sort of green bowl dish prior to creating this. He watched the two of them and saw that the man had a great meal, and the woman said it was fine. "They won't come back." His entire intention was to make a vegan dish that if you come here does not feel like the lesser, you are not downgrading to eat it. That is so humble, so smart. Catering one menu item to vegans? In this economy? Turns out it's spot on brilliant. Yes there are fully vegetarian restaurants, and yes, you can have those and they're great. The chef made it clear that he had a longer menu and he reduced it such that demographics of people who would visit will find something exceptional for them. They should gravitate toward items, considering there aren't very many vegan options on a menu anyway, but if they then choose this thing, they will be wowed by it. I fully recommend this is the place where you bring that cute vegan girl. First date you just had a coffee and it worked out great. At the second date she chose and obviously it's a place where she could be comfortable and during, she explains to you that she's vegan. She isn't preachy about it, but she wanted you to know right early into dating. Your job is the third date, and she already knows about all the vegan restaurants, the vegetarian only places. Don't choose those, that's lazy. This is the place you bring her and you have her eat this menu item. You're not only getting yourself an amazing meal, you are gifting her a brand new place where she can get a meal, bring her vegan friends, and you two are setting off on the right foot in a relationship of taking other into consideration and elevating both of you at the same time. Spicy Chicken Sandwich 9/10 Sandwich was great. I recommend slowing down in eating it, unlike me, who had messy hands because I attacked it. It is a huge sandwich. I only ate half. The sauce, which perfectly with the spicy of the chicken. I'm blown away how good this place was. I really look forward to this place finding a more permanent location. I think our community needs to know more about this place, and I hope they choose a permanent location that continues this vibe of a creative and fun date night experience. read more

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The chicken sandwich here is elite! It's so good I wish they served them at the state fair. Another plus is that it's fairly priced for accessibility on their menu. We dined in the afternoon before a blizzard and the dining room was pretty calm and nicely warm. The servers were really nice and great at answering my menu questions. I think my interest is piqued enough to come back and see what the fuss is about their $50+ ribeye steak. read more

Ambience and service were stellar. We walked in with no reservation - the place was packed but the host was so friendly and treated us like they were so glad we were there - set up an outside table for us within minutes. Our server was also very friendly, helpful, and efficient. The food was hit or miss: Cream Cheese Wontons were meh - we only ordered them for a little crispiness on the table. They were a bit tough and the flavor was uninteresting. Khue's Chicken salad was outstanding - shredded cabbage with very flavorful dressing and fresh herbs (rau ram and mint) that sang. The Thai Chiles were nearly absent - only saw a few specks of them, and I think it would have benefited from more heat. The chicken was sparse enough that my daughter and I joked that it would be better named a cabbage salad sprinkled with chicken shreds. Despite those shortcomings, we adored it and highly recommend. The ribeye was disappointing. The char and sauce somehow overpowered any beef flavor, while remaining bland. We only ate any half of it. I will say that it was delicious reheated the following day with sriracha and salt added. I'd give Khue's another try, especially for a night where ambience and fantastic service is key - but I'd be back much sooner if the food had impressed more. read more

This is my absolute favorite restaurant for a chicken sandwich! It's perfect in every way - crispy, saucy, tender chicken and big enough to share if you want to! Other favorites are the fried rice, vermicelli and Thai tea tres leches. The tofu in the vermicelli is also incredible. You can't go wrong with anything on the menu! Portions are generous! I'll keep coming back again and again! read more

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We came and got the wings and chicken sandwich. I wish our waitress would have told us they had the same seasonings and sauce, they were very similar and I would have wanted to try something else too. The vegetarian ribs were very good, and I would come back for them. The Thai tea tres leches was salty in a way I didn't love. read more

Absolutely amazing overall experience that I completely forgot to take pictures beforehand! First off, we ate at the patio during sunset so that was just such a great vibe and ambience. The restaurant is tucked in a really nice area which makes it feel private and intimate! Service was awesome and very professional. Chef came around to talk to diners about the menu and that was really appreciate and just brought out a great vibe! Food was phenomenal! I had the pork chops and it was huge!! Plus the egg was delicious bonus! We really enjoyed the cream cheese wontons and fried rice! Spicy chicken sandwich was perfect and the Thai tea tres leches was the absolute best! One of the best desserts created. 10/10 experience! read more

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This place completely blew my mind. The Chicken Sandwich is seriously the best in the city. It was one of those conversation stopping bites. Everything is balanced; the spice, the herb aioli... it makes me drool thinking about it now. This dish is worth the trip alone, but there were other dishes on the menu that multiple staff people raved about - the Jicama Ribs. We didn't get them, but we'll definitely will return to give them a try! read more

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Ya know when you go to a restaurant and you find the dish you would add to your favorite dish list....well I just added another one. The Sticky Jicama ribs are that dish! Wow! I started with a great glass of Rose. The wine list is very impressive. We then shared the chicken salad. It was really good but spicier than expected. After the ribs we shared the chicken sandwich. So good! We had a lovely conversation with Chef and it just added to the whole dining experience. read more

2025 Star Tribune Restaurant of the Year! I can see why. What a cool restaurant. It's big inside! Was so excited to get a reservation for New Year's Eve. We tried the cream cheese wontons -the cream cheese filling has a more savory taste than sweet. They come in an order of 4 and so we each tried one. Yum! Our table tried the chicken sandwich, the jicama ribs and the pork chop. Great flavors on all of the dishes. We also tried both desserts- and really liked the affogato! They have beer, wine and NA drinks. Parking lot as well as free on street parking. Will definitely come back to try the lettuce wraps and the pork fried rice! read more