Pork belly rice was a good portion that includes, an egg, crispy shallots, pickled veggies, etc. I…read moreexpected it to be cubes but it was belly slices. The coconut ube coffee was strong and thick, with more of a bitter taste. I didn't taste the coconut but it was still pretty good!

Made reservations for brunch. According to our server, Nep is more known for their brunch instead…read moreof dinner. Similar ambiance to the other Kei Concept restaurants, but this one is modern Vietnamese food. Ordered the crab toast, filet mignon banh mi chao, & shrimp garlic noodles. Everything was so flavorful! The crab toast had a good amount of crab & it was mixed with soft scrambled eggs. The banh mi chao is basically a deconstructed banh mi & they give you the baguette on the side to dip into it. The garlic noodles is the same as the one at Vox, which is another Kei Concept restaurant. I also ordered the crème brûlée coffee. It was rich & creamy, but the Vietnamese coffee was definitely STRONG! Warning for those who are sensitive to caffeine. Overall a good first experience here. The restaurant itself is pretty spacious, yummy food, & good vibes!

Nova was a pleasant surprise as we had no dinner plans made for our Disneyland vacation…read more Even before checking into our hotel (the Hyatt Regency conveniently located next to Nova), we saw the huge sign on the side of the building advertising their happy hour. We decided to give it a try on our first night. Everything from the staff friendliness to the ambiance to the taste of the food was exceptional! The specialty drinks were delicious, and the happy hour prices were more than reasonable. Everything was so good that we went back for a second happy hour in a row. The second visit was just as enjoyable, so much that we decided to visit on Sunday to check out their all you can eat brunch. The selections were amazing with a few exceptions. Some standouts were the ube pancakes, matcha French toast, Toro tartare toast, and garlic scallop fried rice. Some items on the menu left more to the imagination such as the spicy tuna crispy rice, which had no distinct flavor, and the fried oysters. Outside of those selections, the brunch options were amazing and worth the cost. Shout out to Ryan and Koda for the hospitality, and the bartenders that served us during happy hour. I would absolutely recommend this place for anyone visiting Orange County!

Alex was the highlight of our experience at Nova. Super attentive and detailed. He recommended a…read morecocktail for me based on my preferences. It was delicious! Chili oil wontons were amazing. Out of the nigiri's, hamachi was my favorite. Partner liked the salmon. Toro was just alright (I'm a sushi snob). Fried chicken bao was a bit too salty for us and very saucy; would have preferred the mayo sauce on the side. Ambiance is very night club vibes. Bathroom sign for female vs male was very confusing but there was a unisex accessible/family bathroom also. Parking validation available. Overall, worth a try.

Another Kei Concepts favorite! Went here with a party of 16, no reservation, but you can easily get…read moreon the Yelp waitlist by checking in under a random party size and then calling in to change the party size. The hosts on the phone were super helpful and it was really easy! 1pm on a Saturday and waited less than 1hr doing so (only half of that being in person too). Service top tier as usual. Favorite dishes: - Spicy noodle w/ chicken wontons: sauce is a banger, not too spicy, and they're generous with it to coat all of the noodles! - Lomo Saltado w/ Filet Mignon: the fries are sooo good with a sweet crunch to it PLUS the creamy little spicy cilantro green sauce is so good!!! Picanha had too much fat on it for me, the filet mignon was definitely the move - Garlic noodles: Perfect amount of garlic & butter to the noodles. And again, the green sauce is so superior with this.

10/10 Saltado - Filet Mignon Fries - These fries were bomb! Just don't order them to go because…read morethey'll get soggy really quick! 10/10 Garlic Noodles Filet Mignon - My preferred choice! So delicious, and the sauces that come with it are amazing. Ask for like 3 lol. Cost - $25.00 each (before tax's and tip).

Pho was amazing, the spring rolls were delicious with the dipping sauce! The restaurant was packed,…read morebut service was still on point! My server was so considerate and asked if we needed extra noodles because we only ordered one bowl of pho. Will def come here again!

The filet mignon soup was incredible! You get extra noodles…read moreif you request them Angela was amazing!! My first time to SUP.... She was so sweet explaining the menu! Always smiling and so happy and so pleasant. Love this place! Angela needs a raise!

I love this place a lot for the ambiance and the service. It has bright, clean, energy. I wish I…read morecould remember our server's name, because she was super attentive at the right times. She updated us on when food was coming, was not confused about any orders, even if they were off the beaten path, and she boxed up the food, and ran our card when we had to leave, in such an efficient manner. Even though I could see she was busy with other, larger tables. And she reminded me since my items were raw, I should refrigerate them asap. That was so sweet, she didn't have to care what happened after we left lol and I know people want to hear about food in a review, but great service makes such a difference! The thing about the ambiance, everyone was there celebrating, and happy, it made it such a happy dinner. There were birthdays, and friends sharing plates, family style. It was just heart warming. Now food and drinks: I ordered a lychee martini, not on the menu, and then another martini, both were perfectly balanced. We had the infamous bread and honey appetizer, which was phenomenal! The meatballs. Which, my only qualm was, I wish they brought a cheese grater, but that's me, I love too much cheese lol I had the carpaccio, which was amazingly balanced. I loved the quality of the meat, the sauce, and arugula. I also had the salmon crudo, which I wasn't the biggest fan of. I liked the sauce, but it was a little fishy and cut thick, so chewy, and personally, I'm not a big fan of pickles. I would have liked pickled cucumbers, more. My friend had the katsu, which was a little spicy. So pay attention when the menu has a jalepeno next to it! lol All in all, it was a great experience! My only warning is that menu items change, so don't go in set on something specific. Because I really wanted the lamb. but again, I left very happy!

I visited during happy hour, and it wasn't nearly as crowded as it usually is, which made for a…read moremuch more relaxed experience. The service was quick, attentive, and friendly throughout our visit. The restaurant itself is very clean and aesthetically pleasing, making it a great spot for birthdays, celebrations, or a nice lunch or dinner with friends and family. The garlic parmesan fries were definitely my favorite, they were flavorful and perfectly cooked. The truffle bread is also one of my go-to orders and never disappoints. Unfortunately, the pizza was a bit of a letdown for me. It was quite soggy and a little too oily for my taste. Despite that, I would definitely come back. They've consistently delivered great food quality and service over the years, which keeps me coming back.

Great food, excellent service, and an overall amazing experience. Everything was fresh, flavorful,…read moreand the staff made us feel very welcome. Definitely coming back again!

This place gets super packed. Reminds me of a hipster restaurant, lots of young people. The service…read moreis amazing. Everything we got was amazing. The chicken wings to start were super delicious. I was impressed how crispy and juicy it was as well as flavors. The rice with the sauce that comes with it is addicting. 4.8/5. The Pad See Ew was probably one of the best in Costa Mesa. It had so much flavor it was ridiculous. 5/5. The haunaman fried rice (I think that's how you spell it) was next tier. The sweet sausage and umami flavors of the dish it was gone quick. 5/5. The pad Thai was sus at first. They don't do chicken. Just tofu and shrimp. I guess that's the "authentic" way of making it back in the motherland. I got it anyways and it did not disappoint. So good. 4.9/5. Overall I would come back here. You just need to make reservations because this place gets packed fast and people come in crowds.

Great tasting food (saltado picanha with garlic noodles sub for the rice) so phone did not eat…read morefirst. Edmond C was incredibly friendly and helpful! Great great service.

VOX So. Cst. Plaza was excellent!!! The menu has something for everyone from mild to spicy, some…read morereally creative dishes, and I had a difficult time making a choice. But the Seafood Soup was everything I could have wanted! The service was attentive without hovering and the table set attractively. I can't wait togo again!

Amazing service, very accommodating for prom and a large group. Boba is very fresh, and food was…read moreprepared perfectly. Restaurant is small and intimate, ambiance is wonderful

Great service and delicious food served. Definitely will go back to check the other dishesread more

Checking out a viral Vietnamese restaurant! Even though I usually don't drink coffee, I finished…read morethe whole cup by myself. The food was absolutely delicious. The dipping sauce for the fried calamari was so flavorful , and the chicken wings were so good that we had to order another serving . Even now, just thinking about it makes me crave it again!

I think I've finally tried just about all of the KEI Concepts restaurants now, and this was one of…read morethe last ones on my list. It had always been crazy busy whenever I drove by, so I finally stopped in during an off hour around 1:00 or 1:30 and was able to grab a seat pretty easily. Like most of the KEI spots, the place was clean, modern, and had a cool vibe without trying too hard. I asked the server what he recommended and went with the filet mignon banh mi chao, which is definitely one of the more expensive items on the menu. The dish came out sizzling with filet mignon, potatoes, egg, and a peppery gravy sauce. The flavor reminded me of an upgraded beef stew, kind of like something your mom would make if she suddenly became a chef and opened a trendy restaurant in Orange County. The sauce was flavorful and comforting, but the meat itself was a little gristly & chewy in parts, so I may not have gotten the best cuts that day. Overall, I thought it was good, just not one of those meals that completely blows you away. That said, I still enjoy the KEI Concepts restaurants because they always offer something a little different, and Vietnamese cuisine is just fun to explore. I'm really into bold flavors and unique spices, and while this dish leaned more toward comfort food than adventurous, I'd still come back and try more things. Funny enough, the waiter asked me which KEI restaurant is my favorite, and honestly I still can't pick one. They're all consistently solid, clean, and interesting in their own way. I just keep waiting for the one dish that makes me stop mid bite and go, "Okay... there it is."

Shout out to Jordan at the bar, he is an angel. The staff was all very kind and very well trained…read moreon hospitality. What a gorgeous view.

Went here for Mother's Day and it was outstanding! The food was so good, the atmosphere is great,…read moreand our server (Emma) was amazing. It was a great experience in every way!