We thought we would try out a new pho restaurant, and while the flavors of our meal were very good,…read morewe're not sure that we would return. We did enjoy the shrimp, spring rolls, but were slightly disappointed that the peanut sauce was very watery. The menu had a good variety, but most of the dishes involved pork, very few involved chicken. Tofu dishes were also an option. The chicken pad Thai was very tasty; rather than cooking the dish to a persons heat specification, they just provide extra chili powder on the plate if you wanted to make it spicier. The main reason for the low review would be the cleanliness of the restaurant. On the table were a variety of spices and sauces in various containers, but they didn't look like they had been cleaned or changed in several uses, so we did not use or investigate to know exactly what things were.

I am stuck - the food in this restaurant is okay, but I cannot sit down for a meal there again. I…read moretried take out one time and it was okay. When you walk in, the place is relatively quiet, but there's an unmistakeable smell that reminds me of vomit that lingers in the whole restaurant. I think it may actually be the varnish on the wooden tables, but it's everywhere and overwhelming. The spring rolls were fine, and the pho was relatively well seasoned and they were quite generous with the meat. I would continue to get take out from here, but there are better pho places in town.

I have been coming to this café for years and I'm not sure why I've never posted a review. This…read moreplace is phenomenal. The first time we went. I got the beef pho my husband got the beef Bulgogi. The pho is delicious massive portions with amazing flavor, perfectly cooked noodles and delicious tender cuts of meat. I feel like most people are coming here for the pho. I tried his Bulgogi. It was just as delicious very tender. You can definitely taste all of the flavors in it. It came with rice and some kimchi. Also cooked perfectly, and the kimchi was punchy and crunchy. Every other time that we have visited here, we have gotten the pho. I've also tried the chicken. It's just as a delicious. I know this place has won some awards for its food and I can see why. I did recently try some crab Rangoon's. They were delicious as well not too greasy just the perfect crunch and flavor I come here about twice a month and I will continue to do that because the quality and the price is perfect.

I was really excited to come here, and so disappointed by the pho I got. The noodles were sticky…read moreand a lil bit overcooked. Sliced beef was dry. I am glad that they have chili oil very easily with access. The broth is okay. The veggies for the pho were fresh and the portion size for a medium is huge. Overall, good value for money, but under par in terms of taste. There's a lot of easy places to sit. The place is pretty bustling, and it's super easy to place an order. The staff is lovely, tables are cleaned. Parking lot is easy too. I just wish I could have enjoyed the food more.

Last fall I had an amazing Papaya Salad at a food court in St. Paul at The Hmong Village mall. I…read morehave been craving it ever since and for my birthday lunch this week I drove across the metro to this Lao restaurant to satisfy my craving. Khop Jai Der is a very small place with tables crowded together that made it difficult to navigate with my current and temporary situation of using crutches. I ordered the Papaya Salad and asked for moderate spice level. What I received looked nothing like my last fantastic salad. Very little sauce, a skimpy amount of papaya, pieces of cabbage that were way too large and a spice level that was way over-board. The female that brought my dish ignored me for the rest of my lunch even though she was sitting at the table next to me talking to her friends. I never got a water refill that I desperately needed and had to get up and maneuver my way to the restroom for napkins after deleting the two at the table because of severe sinus drain. I finally took 70% of my meal to the register and asked for a to-go box. I showed my Hmong co-worker the next day and he agreed that this was not the place to get what I craved. He brought me a homemade bowl of the greatest papaya salad for my lunch today so I finally did find redemption, but it wasn't from KJD. With an almost inedible $20+ lunch, inadequate and dismissive service while my digestive tract was on fire and a claustrophobic environment, I can't find a reason to recommend this place. The biggest let down that I've had in a very long time.

The incredibly friendly service was topped only by the quality of food! We started with the fried…read moredumplings. They were crisp and well stuffed, accompanied by a nice thick chili paste and soy sauce. I had the Pad Kua Mee - thick noodles, bean sprouts and scallions with a lovely sauce with just a hint of sweetness. The mango sticky rice was amazing and I would come back just for it! A wonderful little spot!

I ordered this mean via doordash for the first time and was happy to give this a try! It was…read moreavailable during doordash's "happy hour", so why not give it a try right? It came with a buy one, get one free egg roll order and I ordered their pork platter with vermicelli noodles. They gave just the perfect amount of nuoc mam (sorry for spelling, also was just a tad bit saltier than i prefer) sauce that mixed super well with the deliciously grilled pork and lettuce/carrot mixture! Egg rolls were super crispy and crunchy!

Ate here after a long absence and discovered they are substituting grilled onions for all the fresh…read morevegetables in the vermicelli bowls. Was not very good. Would never order again.

best egg rolls i've ever had in my entire life and not like any other i've ever tasted. the pork…read morebuns were nice too but not enough sauce/ bbq inside. i've never seen them fried that way . everything was amazing and the brisket was very tender.

Love, Love This restaurant!! No matter what you order, it is Amazing!! The Pho and the Bahn Mi…read more...it is a really hard decision between the 2. Next time: Pork Bahn Mi for dine in and ordering the Pho to take home!! The service is fast and very efficient!! Do NOT forget Thursday night: Buy One Bahn me and second one is $3. The atmosphere is soothing, they play excellent music and not loud!! If this was the only restaurant I could go to, I would be happy!! The coconut shrimp=excellent. The eggrolls..E-Yum!! Love this place!! Thank you, Pho Tower for being Amazing!!!

Enjoy the meal and service is great every time! The apps are…read moreto enjoy all! Definitely to commiting a visit at least once a month

The reason for 3/5- I am so disappointed. Out of all the times that I have eaten here I have never…read morebeen disappointed. I usually come here for dim sum, and it is upsetting for me to say that my husband and I should've chose somewhere else to eat for dinner. For dinner, we ordered fried rice and chow fun. Those two main entrées were okay. You can't really mess up those two fillers at an Asian restaurant. We ordered scallion pancakes- they came out soggy and soft. Not even crispy like how they usually are. The flavor wasn't there either. If I wanted microwaved scallion pancakes, then I would've bought them from the store and made them myself. My husband ordered the short ribs- they were bland and tough like rubber. It had a funky taste to it that he couldn't describe and he had to force himself to swallow it because he didn't want food to go to waste. I ordered the chicken feet- this is one of dim sum's signature dishes and I am so upset I didn't even get to enjoy one of the dishes I always order. It was dry and the flavor wasn't there. The service was fantastic. They checked in on us and made sure our water was filled. The timing of the food coming in and out was fine. The ambiance was inviting. There was a sense of urgency and I appreciated that.

We go to Bamboo Penny's often. The food is amazing and very Thai!…read moreOutstanding service too! Priced right, try it and you will certainly agree!

Bamboo Penny's is easily one of the prettiest restaurants in KC. The decor is absolutely top-notch…read moreand creates a great atmosphere from the moment you walk in. Our server was very kind and attentive, but one thing to keep in mind is that the servers earn commission, so they may be more likely to recommend menu items regardless of their personal opinion. For starters, we ordered the Crispy Chicken Egg Rolls. They were okay, but I probably wouldn't order them again. Most of what I tasted was the glass noodles, and the other flavors didn't stand out much. For my entree, I got the Combo Pad Kee Mow with shrimp and beef at a medium spice level. The spice was perfect. The noodles were cooked just right, the beef was tender, the shrimp was fresh and plump, and the vegetables complemented everything well. The sauce tied it all together with a nice touch of sweetness. I would definitely recommend this dish. My friend ordered the Lump Crab Fried Rice and added shrimp. She let me try some, and it was incredible. The flavors were vibrant, fresh, and balanced. The only downside is the price, as the crab adds quite a bit to the cost, but the quality was there and you could tell it was fresh. Overall, Bamboo Penny's delivered a great dining experience. Between the beautiful atmosphere and the quality of the entrees, it's definitely a place I'd return to.

If you're looking for the absolute best Thai food in Kansas City, look no further than Pad Thai in…read moreOverland Park! The food is consistently outstanding, the service is warm and welcoming (Ann, Pim, and the team are the best!!), and every meal has so much flavor! The Chu Chee Chicken is hands-down the star of the menu. The rich, flavorful curry sauce is perfectly balanced, and the chicken is always cooked to perfection. It's one of those dishes you'll find yourself craving long after you've finished the last bite. As someone who requires gluten-free options, it's refreshing to find a restaurant that takes dietary needs seriously while still delivering incredible food. Pad Thai has earned its place as my favorite restaurant in Kansas City. Five stars all the way!

Disappointed with our recent take out. We had not had food from Pad Thai before and had friends…read morethat really recommended it. We got Pad Thai and Sen Wee (?) and was not impressed. The pad Thai noodles all stuck together and very little chicken for almost $20. The other dish had more meat (beef). But needed more veggies. We asked for medium heat and it looked like they just sprinkled powder heat on top so the heat was limited to some bites and other bites had none. Portions were fair, but won't be going to Pad Thai restaurant again with other better choices in the area. I'm