I was eating out with my partner and my parents. We wanted Vietnamese food, so we went to this…read moreplace to try. I have not been here before but it looks cozy. There is a lot of parking since it is in the Safeway shopping center in Downton PH. We were sat right away and looking at the menu, a lot of the dishes felt more modern than traditional (when I compare it to other Vietnamese restaurants I go to). Decided to go with my comfort dish, which is Grilled Pork Rice Plate. Grilled Pork Rice Plate: I opted for brown rice for a healthier approach. The pork was cooked perfectly and seasoned well. It was also not dry and had a good amount of flavor to it. It sat on a bed of lettuce, which gave it a nice presentation. Overall, a simple dish which I thoroughly enjoyed and had leftovers after. I had a great time eating lunch with my parents and my partner. I look forward to coming here again.

Recently moved to the area and wanted to check out some of the pho spots. I always order veggie no…read morematter where I go, so this review is mainly comparing it to competitors. Flavor: The soup base is really good, probably one of the best tasting I've had. Lots of flavor and not bland like some of the others. Veggies: Definitely lacked variety. Other places load up on the veggies....this place only gave broccoli, zucchini, celery and jalapeños. Very disappointing. Egg Rolls: Fried to perfection, flavorful and a good amount of filling Bf ordered the mussels...I didn't eat any but he said they were really good! I might come back, hopefully they'll add more veggies upon request...

Kevin's noodle house has always been my go-to over the past few decades, whether it is Oakland, San…read moreFrancisco, Concord, or Walnut Creek. And after visiting Vietnam twice, I can confidently say it will continue to be my favorite Bay Area pho restaurant for its consistency. The pho special number 1 (large) has everything in it - tripe, tendon, flank, etc. and I always make sure to add extra onion and lime ‍ if possible! Pro tip: don't put the hot sauce or hoisin directly in the broth, put it on the side dish! Service is always appreciated, too. Extra onions? Served. Tea? Instantly delivered Walnut Creek's location is also the cleanest I've been to, so if that's important to you, keep that in mind. The food highlights: broth is clean, noodles always the right texture, and the smoothies are absolutely necessary for something sweet - no need for boba elsewhere after. Never a bad time here - they always pay attention to you and provide the best experience. Will be back again for the 100th time!

This is hands-down the best Kevin Noodle House out of all the other locations they have. I've tried…read morea few in the Peninsula and the other ones around here and the flavor is much better and consistent here in Walnut Creek every time. The restaurant is very clean and the servers are quick. Parking is around back but it's a small lot so you may have to park on the street. I come here often and my go to is the pho with steak and brisket or the vermicelli with beef and egg roll! The egg rolls are bomb here and the pho is very flavorful and tastes clean without being overly heavy. My wife likes to get the combo rice plate and the pork chop and fried chicken are always on point, especially with the fish sauce. For drinks, I usually get either a Thai Tea or Vietnamese Iced Coffee. Both are very solid and I prefer to come here over other cafes just for either of these drinks.

We got out pho fix after grocery shopping & it was honestly better than I expected…read more The broth was so clear and clean only thing it was not as salty as I like but my bf was feeling sick last night so it was perfect for him... the owners/staff were so sweet and friendly. Definitely would come back!

This family-owned spot really hit the spot!…read more My family and I stopped by for lunch, and everything from the food to the service was fantastic. Service was quick, friendly, and attentive, making for a great dining experience. I ordered the Special Pho with onions in vinegar on the side and cooked bean sprouts. The broth was flavorful, comforting, and exactly what I was craving. We also tried their Hello Fried Chicken, which was surprisingly delicious. Crispy, juicy, and packed with flavor. My husband ordered the Grilled Chicken Banh Mi, and he was a fan. The bread was good (a bit over toasted but still yummy), the chicken was well-seasoned, and the sandwich had a great balance of flavors. The location is easy to find, with plenty of parking available in the plaza, which is always a bonus. We had a wonderful meal and left very satisfied. I'll definitely be coming back whenever I'm in the area and craving some good Vietnamese food. It's always nice to support a family-owned business that's serving quality food and great service.

One of my all time favs in WC. The Best lychee martinis (watch out! They sneak up on you!) great…read moremenu and service. We had the garlic noodles- just the right amount of saucy and chew. The duck bao buns were soooo good! They do a killer duck confit too! The filet mignon bahn mi was full of flavor- just wish for a bit more meat. The slow roasted pork with chips was killer. A HUGE mound of the most flavorful pork! The star of the evening.

The first few times here we usually have cuddled up in the lounge area with the soft cushions under…read morethe watchful eye of a Buddha statue with many coins falling off of his belly. What no 20's? Lame, no good luck coming your way. Lately we have migrated to the bar also. Service is good. Extensive Vietnamese food selections as well as other cuisines. Seriously, many food selections. Lots of white wine including Chardonnays and Pinot Grigios for the 2 legged mointain lions. (Ya'll know what I mean. It is Walnut Creek after all). The red wines by the glass selection is slim. Great bottle selection though on the reds. It's typically a lively place with locals always in attendance. They stay open till 11 on Friday and Saturday and 9 other nights. Parking is a challenge on the street and the small private parking lots. There is a garage close by but I hate garages.

Chicken wings is on fire love how crispy and it wasn't overly greasy. Every bite was just enough,…read moremost places either give you not enough Ben sauce on it or way too much where it's over powering. Give the wings 5/5. The shrimp banh cot was another 5/5 crispy. Banh with lemon grass chicken is pretty darn good! Since I don't do dark meat often it's not bad. I prefer an all meat but the taste is all there. I give it a 4 out of 5 in terms of flavoring I wish the banh mi was a bit more crispy.

I got the Restaurant Week special Lunch Box. Mini banh mi, shrimp+pork spring rolls, banh hoi, egg…read morerolls, nuoc mam chicken wings, bo kho Beef Stew cup served/mini baguette, and Vietnamese iced coffee. Everything was really tasty and the produce was fresh. Order way ahead if you can because anything at Oakland Food Hall takes 2x longer than stated. Worth the wait, just plan accordingly (30-60 min wait).

Second visit to Pho Benny, a nice local Viet spot. Large pay lot in back was a better option than…read morethe Trader Joe's hit and run lot across the street. We came in early and sat ourselves. Friendly greeting as we entered. Daughter loves crispy egg rolls and fresh shrimp rolls so we started with those dishes. Both apps were awesome! Nice and crispy with a tasty filling for the egg rolls. I ordered the Pho #1 and my daughter got the grilled pork rice plate. Good sized servings that came out quickly. Pho broth was rich and flavorful. Lots of beef and rice noodles... the beef was tender. We had two sodas which are served in large metal tumblers. Refills included . All in all, a great pho option in Lamorinda.

I drive by this weekly going to and from Trader Joe's and decided to stop in. When I entered the…read morerestaurant there was no host and I stood there for several minutes unsure if I was supposed to wait or be seated. Finally, someone came by and seated me. Ambiance was as expected and there was both table and bar seating. Space was open and quite nice. The menu is fairly standard for a pho restaurant including some beer and wine. i ordered the beef pho which came with typical accoutrements of basil, lime, bean sprouts, etc. The portion was good and meat was medium rare. Unfortunately the broth - the most important flavor component for me - was underwhelming. There wasn't much flavor and it tasted watered down. So I had to compensate with added salt, spice and other. It tasted very watered down. I'll probably try it again but on this visit alone, I give it three stars.

I came here near closing on a Friday afternoon for a quick caffeine boost. The staff were friendly,…read moreand there was no line when we arrived. We ordered the strawberry matcha latte and banana milk coffee! The matcha was a beautiful green color, but unfortunately the matcha flavor was quite faint, and the strawberry syrup tasted a little artificial to me. I also found the drink to be a little too sweet despite ordering it less sweet. The banana milk coffee was better! It tasted pretty much exactly how I imagined it would, although it was also a little too sweet for me even at less sweet. I probably wouldn't get the matcha again, but I could see myself coming back for a coffee, some food, or to study. The cafe is connected to the library, so it's pretty quiet, and there is free Wi-Fi through the library along with plenty of outlets. The seating is a bit limited, but there were several vacant tables and bar spots when I dropped by. There's also plenty of parking, either in the library lot or nearby. Overall, the drinks weren't quite my favorite, but I would come back to get some work done.

I came in to try their banana cream matcha. I got iced, the banana cream was delish, the matcha I…read moreusually like it stronger and felt too light for me. I also ordered their salted small banhi. It was good, the bread was fresh too. The ambiance it's a small coffee shop inside the Walnut Creek library which I love the convenience of both places in the same building. There's a few table and chair seating and more outdoors seating available. Parking is next to the building underground.

New menu item - grilled pork salad. Do not hesitate. Just order it. Absolutely delicious and…read moresatisfying Add some fresh spring rolls and you have some great eats! Pad Thai helps too!

Food: Crispy tofu salad was AMAZING! Beautiful flavors, light and filling. Chicken laap was one…read moreof the better ones I've had in a while out here in the area. Plus's side is you can really taste the rice powder which unfortunately, some places seem to omit all together. And lastly their Pad Thai...nothing special, but overall good taste. Loved everything we ordered. Can't speak on the service as this was a take out order but lots of parking in the lot. Overall great food. Will definitely be back for some laap!

ZAYA THAI RESTAURANT - MUST GO!…read more I've been reading posts on Nextdoor for Zaya Thai (we typically go to Andaman), so we decided to give it a try. We absolutely loved it--customer service, decor/ambiance, craft cocktails (they also have wine, beer, and mocktails), and food! NOTE: they have 2 televisions in the bar and will be showcasing the World Cup games! Rose was our server and she was so sweet and attentive! She even makes money bouquets (see photos). Here in Danville, we are blessed with so many wonderful restaurants but do NOT let this one slip through your taste buds. ;-)

Stopped by on a Sunday evening and appreciated that it wasn't crowded. The restaurant has a modern,…read moreclean feel. We ordered the roti, pumpkin curry, and stir-fried vegetables, and all three dishes were tasty with good portion sizes. The drinks were decent too. Decent Thai food for the East Bay and worth a visit.

As someone who works at this restaurant, I can say our Chinese food is excellent. Some people may…read moresay otherwise, but I was never a fan of Chinese food until I tried ours. Some people out there may say the service was slow, but as a server and bartender, I strive to make everyone as happy as possible. Sometimes we are unable to be everywhere at once, and for this I apologize. I take my job seriously and beyond satisfactory experiences are what I strive for. I take all suggestions and will continue to improve and be the best I can. To all those that were inconvenienced, I apologize. We will try harder in the future and we welcome you at anytime! Cheers! Anthony D'Angelo

Food was pretty average overall. Nothing stood out too much, but it was fine for a casual meal. The…read morechicken dishes were definitely the highlight--well-cooked and had good flavor compared to the rest of the menu. Service and experience were okay, but the food itself didn't really go beyond standard takeout-style Chinese food. Solid if you're nearby and want something quick, but not a place I'd go out of my way for.