Very good food great service! I'm Viet and this is one of the most authentic I've gotten around here

Still solid Vietnamese comfort foods how I remember it. I usually go here every other month for their bun Bo Hue and bun mam nem as they are very consistency with their flavors. It is always empty when I came here either for lunch on weekday or Friday night for dinner. I believe weekend lunch is more busy than weekday. Services is still the same worker, one cashier that does everything. read more

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This is probably the worst Vietnamese food I've ever had in San Jose. The service was also bad. We stopped by on a Wednesday around 11 am and it was empty. So you would assume the service would at least be decent. When we were ordering half the items on the menu wasn't available and it felt like she was rushing taking our order. We didn't have time to ask for modifications or even finished ordering and she already walked away. I guess no drinks for us today lol. We got Mi quang & Banh canh cua. Both were bland and have no flavor. The mi quang was oily and the only "flavor" we tasted was lemon. The banh canh cua also had no flavor at all and the crab doesn't seem fresh, it had a funky taste so we are assuming it's canned. Overall will not come back and don't recommend this place to anyone. There are much better places in San Jose read more

I was excited to try this Nam Giao spot in San Jose after having an amazing experience at a location in Houston, but unfortunately, this visit fell short. When we walked in, the lady asked how many were in our party but didn't guide us to a table or say anything further, so we ended up seating ourselves. During ordering, I began listing our items while my dad asked a question about the menu. The staff member repeatedly raised her hand toward us in a "stop" gesture twice which came across as dismissive and rude. I'm not sure if it was due to a language barrier or discrimination, but the interaction felt uncomfortable and unwelcoming. The restaurant itself looks like it's undergoing remodeling, so it seems like business is doing well. However, the food didn't live up to expectations. Compared to the Houston location, which was outstanding, the dishes here were just average and not particularly memorable. Overall, the service experience and food quality didn't match what I was hoping for. read more

I haven't tried anything besides the pho and bun bo Hue so far and I always get them with the ten different protein. Service is usually on point, and the place is quiet, though parking can get tricky on busy weekends. There's a disco ball hanging inside, which makes me wonder if this spot could be or used to be restaurant with dancing- no clue, honestly. read more

Nam Giao Restaurant - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

Ordered the dac biet bbh, I'm definetely a fan. Enough to feed 2 people I'll be back for this bbh read more

Located near Eastridge, parking is plentiful and easy to find. The interior is large and spacious Pho bo tai (2/5): pretty eh. The meat was tough and didn't have much flavor. The broth was kinda oily. The noodles were good though. Tap to pay is accepted. Overall Nan Giao is pretty lackluster. Food could use improvement. read more

Nam Giao Restaurant - Pho bo tai - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

This is the first time I've eaten here, and let me tell you my experience. - Ambience: 5/5 Very clean, spacious, and has plenty of seats. - Service: 5/5 When my friend and I were still waiting for one more person to come, we heard the lady say that the power might go out because the owner forgot to pay the bill. It was so crazy, haha! She told everyone to order before the machine died. After we ordered, she told us the gas might go out too :)))). We were about to leave, but somehow they still managed to make our dishes -- thank God. There were some older Vietnamese ladies working here when we came. Our server was very friendly and made me feel like I was with my aunt. The food came out pretty fast. - Food: 5/5 We ordered Bun bo Hue, and let me tell you, Bun bo Hue is fire! The broth has a very rich flavor from the bones and is seasoned just right. The beef is tender and fresh, and the pork sausage is top-notch. And of course, it wasn't spicy at all for me. Besides that, the chili oil on top is a mix of shrimp paste and chili oil, which makes it very unique and flavorful. I also ordered some Banh Hue, which were okay -- nothing to write home about. Overall, I'll definitely be back to try more delicious dishes!! read more

Nam Giao Restaurant - Bun bo Hue - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

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Short review, no photos. I just didn't think it was worth to mention much. Didn't know Bun Bo Hue An Nam already closed down a long time ago, haven't been to this area for some time. Ambiance Spacious, dim lighting, maybe to save on electricity. Combined area of the two restaurants that were there before. When we got there, Friday around 7pm, the place was empty. Service No complain here. The waiter was actually fairly attentive to make sure we were ok throughout. Food Went for Bun Bo Hue. Too salty, meat lacks flavor and a bit chewy. The pork blood was dry and crumbly. Quantity was good, quality was bad. Wanted to try other stuff, they actually ran out of a few things. Have a feeling that they may be shutting down in the near term maybe. Price Typical Pho place price point that is just too expensive for what we got. Tipping practice Tap to pay, tip screen with usual options including custom. Summary One-and-done. If you haven't been, not worth a try. read more

We ordered a few different main dishes but many people agreed the rice chicken dish was best! I loved the viet style dumplings, as I've never had them before!! I thought everything was really yummy as a non viet person but the actual viet family I went with was split on opinions. Some said this is one of their fav spots and others said it was mid so perhaps it's up to you to decide? I also think it depends on the dishes you order! read more

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I dont remember if I ever reviewed this restaurant. My favorite place for Bun bo Hue and spring rolls. I love that they have different condiments that are all spicy. I loveeee my BunboHue spicy. Pho is very good. I like it here. But my bf says it's just ok. Bun mam is ok. The store was clean and plenty of tables. Usually no need to wait. Good service. The broth is sometimes not very consistent. Some days were well seasoned. Some days were a bit salty. I suggest that the banh nam and banh loc should have less diced white pork fat ... it was a little too greasy for me. And unhealthy. Anyway, will come back multiple times for the Bun Bo Hue. read more

I ordered the Bún Bò Huế, and unfortunately it missed the mark. The broth was very salty--almost like plain water with salt--and lacked the depth and umami that this dish is known for. The noodles were also served cold and didn't seem freshly cooked, which really affected the overall experience. The chả cá was okay, but not enough to make up for the issues with the main dish. I was hoping for a more authentic and flavorful bowl. Hopefully this was just an off day. read more

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I tried almost all their Vietnamese dumplings (very different than Chinese dumplings) and they were all delicious! Their custard apple drink was good too. read more

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Come here for their banh ram it, banh beo, and bun bo hue! Nam Giao is known for their Hue-style food, so you definitely can't go wrong with these options. Nam Giao has become a new fav spot for my family and I to visit recently; their restaurant is huge so we're typically met with no wait times (+ideal for large groups!), and food comes out quickly. Each time we've visited, the employees were pretty nice and friendly. The only downside-ish is that their prices are pretty high imo, for the San Jose area. + Banh Ram It (5/5): This is essentially a glutinous rice dumpling filled with shrimp/pork, placed on top of a crispy rice cake. This place is honestly the best I've had the dish, and we get it every time we visit! + Banh Beo (4/5): Def tastes good, but just soooo expensive for what it is. These are steamed rice cakes topped off with ground shrimp + a fried chicharron, which you top off with fish sauce. It comes with about 8 pieces per order! + Bun Bo Hue (4/5): HUGE portion! The noodles are good and they're pretty generous with the meats. I usually get their "special" that comes with a mix of everything; soups are super rich in flavor and this can definitely be shared between two! read more

Nam Giao Restaurant - Banh beo - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

Many of the items we wanted to order were out of stock, which was a bit disappointing as they have been in business for a while... However, the waitress informed us that everything would be back in stock next week. We ended up ordering what was available. The food was decent, though nothing particularly memorable for me. That said, my partner and parents seemed to enjoy their meals. I ordered the Bun Bo Hue, which was flavorful, but I was surprised to see multiple versions of it on the menu. I've always known Bun Bo Hue to be served a certain way, so the variations here caught me off guard. The ambiance was what I expected from an authentic Vietnamese spot--there was a bit of clutter in the corner, giving it a somewhat casual, lived-in feel. Overall, it didn't stand out too much in terms of atmosphere. On a positive note, the service was friendly and attentive, which we appreciated. They were also playing Taylor Swift music during our visit, which added a nice touch for me personally. read more

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The best Hue restaurant. This is the only place I would go to get Vietnamese food. Banh nam, banh ram it, banh beo, and banh canh all are delicious. I have no complaints about the food. Service is good too. I wish more people knew about this place. read more

I went here twice, and tried the Banh beo, Mi Quang, and Bun Cha Cua. I would recommend the Banh Beo, as there were 8 pieces and delicious. The mi quang and bun cha cua were decent, but I probably wouldn't get it again here. They also have a tray of sauces and they were pretty good. Service was decent. It's located in a plaza so plenty of parking. I would rate it a 3.75/5, rounding up to a 4/5. read more

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Maybe I ordered wrong or maybe they had an off day, but I didn't enjoy the items I got. The $6 watermelon juice was sour. I get that the flavor depends on the fruit, but if they know they got a non-sweet batch, they should have told me. I got the Mi Quang for my meal and although I enjoyed the broth, noodles and fish cake, the overall dish was very disappointing. It was supposed to come with fresh shrimp, but the shrimp in my dish were definitely dried (even the broth couldn't soften the hard, chewy texture). The pork rib was very tough. The sesame cracker was stale. The advertised pork skin was nowhere to be found. Lastly, our appetizer came out after our entree and contained a hair. Needless to say I was done at this point. I wish I would have read the reviews before, as I do not like smoking. The smell is definitely very strong, The people working there were nice, but I don't think I'll be back. read more

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This restaurant is big and can seat a big group! I came with couple of friends to try this restaurant that was recommended by another Vietnamese friend. We loved the food. Service was also good. read more

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My family was looking for a restaurant to celebrate my sister's birthday and my mom decided to pick Nam Giao restaurant. The restaurant serves a lot of central Vietnamese food and we picked a variety of noodle soups and Hue dumplings. We ordered the banh beo aka steamed rice cakes topped with shrimp and pork skin crackling and banh ram it aka Hue dumpling atop a crispy rice cracker. I love it when the banh beo is topped off with real shrimp instead of dried shrimp. It just makes it so much better. The banh ram it was lovely and the fried rice cracker was crispy. My family ordered the mi quang and bun bo hur and they enjoyed their noodle soups. I ordered the Vietnamese udon AKA banh canh and it's different from other ones I've had before. This one has a lighter broth and I believe the noodles are made with rice instead of tapioca. It's really good and I had some left over. When I ate it the next day, the noodles were not soggy at all. I also ordered the watermelon juice but I would pass on this next time. For some strange reason, the watermelon juice was strangely separating. There was also no ice, so the watermelon juice was quite warm. The restaurant has a lot of seating and the staff members were friendly. Overall, it was a pleasant experience and I would come back to try the other items. read more

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Banh beo is legit here and service is great. Family had pho and bbq and both are very authentic. Place is recently remodeled and very clean.

Even on a Saturday evening, there was a lot of empty tables. They deserve more love. The parking lot is huge, but the neighborhood is a bit shady. Beef rib soup: 3.5/5. The rib had a lot of meat, but a bit chewy. Not a lot of MSG. The soup was decent. Banh Beo: 4/5. It came with 8 tiny plates. The pork grind was crunchy enough. read more

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My go to place for banh beo & Mi Quang here. I feel that they don't give as much noodles as they used to but it's still good. Service is pretty fast here. read more

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We're in a rush, so we just simply pick one restaurant closed to us at Tully road. I should have go to my favorite Hue instead. This restaurant is quite expensive and the portion is small, $16.50 for BBH. So far, this is the smaller bowl of BBH I ever had in San Jose Vietnam town. The taste is okay, but after 30 minutes, we've so thirsty, must be the MSG. Not coming back. read more

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We've been here for so many times for the egg noodles, it's so good, and we can barely find this same noodle from other places. Ppl here are also really nice and helpful. Love the vibe here too, it's not too busy and we can actually have some time with friends. I would recommend this place if you want to try this egg noodles! read more

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I have only ordered from this restaurant through DoorDash, however I really like their bun cha ca because they also include crab cake in addition to the traditional fish cake found in this dish. I would order from this restaurant again to try their other Vietnamese noodle soups. read more

Plenty of parking. In the same plaza as the supermarket. Windows are tinted so it may look closed from the outside. Lots of seating inside. Taro eggrolls 2/5 - tasted like normal eggrolls. No taro taste or texture. BBH 3/5 - more salty than I would like. Only one cube of blood. The rib was pretty good. Banh beo 5/5 - best dish like everyone else was saying. The crispy pork skin and other ingredients make it quite unique and delicious. The spicy sauces are quite spicy! Pro tip, mix both of them for the oil and vinegary taste. Would come back just for the banh beo. read more

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4.25 STARS Ever go to an AZN resto and you're disappointed because... You aren't feeling the funk? And/or the flavors are dumbed down? Go to Nam Giao Restaurant and order the Bún Mắm Nêm. THE funk will assault your senses. Just make sure to not spill any fermented anchovy sauce on yourself. Otherwise, it will smell like you haven't washed your kitty downstairs in yeaaaars. OOOF. Nam Giao serves Central Viet/Huế cuisine. They're open for takeout, delivery, indoor dining, and outdoor dining. Dog-friendly. BEWARE: For those with sensitivities to smells, the cigarette smoke from the Viet coffee shop next store permeated into outdoor seating area and part of the indoor seating area. At least, on the Saturday morning I visited. It seems a lot of dudes come to Nam Giao for grub after getting their "coffee fix" next door. M E N U Central Viet/Huế apps, dumplings, and noodles dishes. 50 cents pp for alkaline water. Cc's accepted. F O O D * Bánh Ram Ít: Sticky Rice Dumplings on Crispy Rice (3 pc - $7.59): https://tinyurl.com/42793ndbhey Fried-to-order, the crispy rice cakes were hot and crunchy, though quite oily. The mochi-like dumplings were filled with a savory pork+shrimp filling and had a good QQ chew. However, one dumpling had no filling at all. Otherwise, pretty solid. * Bánh Bèo: Water Fern Cakes (8 pc - $12.59): https://tinyurl.com/bdfykhhc The highlight of brunch and second to Huế Restaurant's, the bánh bèo was smooth, delicate, and chewy with a nice crunch from the fried pork rinds, shrimp, and shallots. The accompanying nước chấm had a good balance of tang, sweetness, and funk. You can doctor it up with their housemade sa tế or hot sauces. * Bún Mắm Nêm: Vermicelli w/ pig ear, hue sausage, fermented pork roll, fermented anchovy sauce ($14.59): https://tinyurl.com/ryyjxmhr First time seeing this dish on any menu so I had to try it. The cold vermicelli noodle dish had chewy noodles with sour nêm (fermented pork roll), crunchy pig ears, and hue sausage which is like chả lụa, a steamed pork roll. The julienned carrots and cucumber added freshness. I love funk and have had bún mắm (fermented fish noodle soup) before but even this (the fermented anchocy sauce) was a little too hardcore for me. So, I ended up just using the nước chấm, sa tế, and hot sauce. * Bún Bò Nam Giao w/ pork hock, tendon, beef shank, rare beef, crab cake, beef rib, pork blood, hue sausage ($18.99): https://tinyurl.com/2p8tcsza Not my dish but I did try some. The lemongrass beef broth was light and mild in flavor. The thick round rice noodles were slippery with a nice bite. The bowl was packed with protein so I think this is the way to go if you want to try a little bit of everything. Served with a side of mixed greens (odd), bean sprouts, and lemon wedges. S E R V I C E Friendly but expect typical AZN service. They take your order and promptly bring it to. No check-ins and you have to go inside to pay your bill with the cashier (tell them your table #). It wasn't busy around 10:30 am on a Saturday so we promptly received our food. A M B I A N C E Spacious and modern indoor dining area. The outdoor patio in the front parking lot is shaded and covered from the elements. P A R K I N G Easy parking in the shared lot. Overall, pretty solid Central Viet/Huế fare. Nam Giao may be good alternative if you don't want to deal with the tight parking situation at Huế Restaurant. Big plus for outdoor seating! read more

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Service was ok. food quality was good. (for what was available) minus 3 stars for offering a menu with a variety of options but telling me that nothing i want to order is available. seriously wtf. don't offer a full menu if you can't make it. or at the very least cover up the items that's not available. read more

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Came here on a Monday evening and I was excited to eat here with my mom. However, when we tried to order, more than half the menu was not available yet, the owner mentioned that the menu was new and that they added a lot of things that they were not serving yet.. ok. We ordered the banh beo which was pretty yummy, minus a little hair I plucked out of one of them. My mom and I ordered the same thing, bun cha ca, but it was horrible. It looked fire, but it didn't taste good... that being said, we probably only ate 25% of it and left the rest . Disappointing... probably won't be back. read more

Nam Giao Restaurant - Banh Beo - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

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This place is fairly new, inside is nicely decorated and very modern. There's also a small stage in the back with a flower wall for pictures and event perhaps? I hear that they have a live band that performs in the evening during the weekend. This location was also a bun bo hue restaurant prior to this new restaurant. We came on a weekday for lunch, inside only has a few tables seated, did not seem to be busy. We order two Bun Bo Hue since it's there specialty. I always like to try their broth first. My first sip was pretty good. The broth was fairly clear with a hint of sweetness and mildly spicy with lemon grass flavor. I initially thought the bowl was small, however, i reality the bottom of the bowl was wide instead of small and gradually narrowed down. Being said, it was a generous portion and topped with lots of protein. However, it's typical Asian customer service, I asked for cooked bean sprouts, the answer was" the bean sprouts are all mixed into the veggies." I took it as a no? Speaking of veggies, most places serve a good amount of banana blossom with bun bu hue, this place, I can count the strings of banana blossoms as pictured. Today is a hot day, I feel warm as I entered the restaurant, I didn't feel the coolness of the AC, but I see a few nice ceiling fans on. I was sweating while eating For future reference, please turn on and turn down the AC a little especially while trying to consume this bowl of hot spicy noodle soup. read more

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Nam Giao Restaurant ------------------------ Who loves banh beo? Soft chewy goodness topped with crunchy bits with nouc mam! The rice cake of the banh beo is soft and decently thin. One thing I like about their banh beo is that they top it with a lot more dried shrimps, crispy pork skin, and green onions. The nouc mam here is also really good. I also got their Bun Bo hue which was also pretty good. The broth is delicious and savory but with the added chili sauce they have it makes it even better! They are known for mi quang here so I will definitely be coming back to try that next time. I highly recommend this place! Come try their delicious plentiful banh beo and fill your mom with soft, chewy and savory goodness! The inside is also nicely decorated! The service here is also really great! Fun fact: Banh beo and bun Bo hue is a traditional dish from the central part of Vietnam which is Hue! read more

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Went here with a friend and we both ordered Bun Bo Hue (#61). I would say their BBH is the best in town so far, it reminded me of the famous BBH in Saigon District 3. The broth is not overly salted by "mam", it's kinda sweet and a tad of tanginess from pineapple. Lots of pork roll (cha Hue) and meat, I had to bring half bowl home for a second eat. The girl taking our order was sweet, she also repeated what we wanted to make sure nothing was missed. Also, don't forget to try their Egg coffee and Seasalt coffee, it was really good that my friend ordered 3 cups togo. read more

This is my favorite and the best bun bo hue restaurant in the bay tea. I've tried many but the broth here is the best. I have been coming here since the beginning vene during their renovation of the restaurant. The service is great and the workers are welcoming. The shop is next to a Vietnamese market so after eating it's a great place to go and shop for some good Vietnamese snacks. This is must if you are ever in San Jose! read more

Nam Giao Restaurant - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

This place is a nice little Vietnamese restaurant in eastridge the loop in San jose. Although the exterior is reminiscent of a deserted grassland, I liked the atmosphere. It was a little depressing and lonely feeling, but overall the place is in a decent location. The food itself was delicious. We ordered both the vegetarian bowl with vermicelli and tofu with a sweet sauce that had a tint of spice in it. Sure you can use fish sauce or other spicy condiments, but we did not. We also ordered spring rolls. The price was moderate and the food was better than average. There actually was a massive price hike between the old menu outside and the menu inside. Service could have been better and the tables could have been cleaned with more effort, but it was decent. There were several other people eating unique dishes as well beside us, but couldn't get a grasp of what they ordered, they seemed to enjoy it as well. The food portions were actually not bad at all surprisingly. The quality was better than expected. Some of the other menu options were odd, they had blood cakes and pig ear which I have never tried before but it seemed odd. Overall recommended 5/5 for lovers of Vietnamese food. read more

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3.5/5 stars We visited Nam Giao on accident because the location used to be a rice roll place. It was pretty empty when we visited for dinner on Thursday. Parking is plenty and service was quick. We got our food within 15 minutes. There was only 1 lady taking our order, prepping food on the down time then checking us out. Here's what we got: - Mi quang 2/5 this one is just eh. I thought the broth would be a little more tomato-based but it's very thin and soupy. Wouldn't get it again - Bun bo hue 4.5/5 this was great! broth was nice and flavorful, all the toppings were on point. I wished the broth would've been hotter so it could cook the greens more. Also, spring mix in the green? odd - Bun mam nem 5/5 this was the best thing we got. it's different and i don't see it served in most restaurants. the ingredients are fresh and all the flavors and texture went really well together. The overall experience could be improved but the food has great potential. 3.5/5 stars read more

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Good food! The Bun Bo Hue and the Nem Nuong are delish! I especially enjoyed their Nem Nuong sauce. So yummy! Great service. Very kind and attentive staff. SUPER QUICK kitchen wait time. Sauces on the table are always a plus! This place is located in a quiet plaza. Not too much traffic aka parking is easy! Lots of trash outside tho :/ Another plus, they allow dogs! :) My pup got to join us for our dinner, inside the restaurant [: read more

I've tried this place when it first opened and I wasn't a fan. However, recently I gave it another try and was really impressed with their banh beo, banh ram it and bun bo hue. The banh beo was very thin, soft and you can taste the freshness of the flour. The banh ram it (in my opinion) is way better than most places since the fried part is crispy but not mouth scrapping hard. And their bun bo hue was very strong the shrimp paste aftertaste, just how I like my bun bo hue, packed with flavor. My fiancé enjoyed his mi Quang but made a comment about the fish having too much broth. Everything was good but the biggest bonus to this place is their tray of chili sauce! I love that they are generous with their spices. Overall, it was a very satisfying meal. Service was fast and the restaurant was very clean. read more

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My thoughts: This is a traditional classic Vietnam restaurant that is been around the San Jose area through out the up and down of the economy. And any restaurant can survive the harsh business world is A OK in my book. Plus they do serve good OG Vietnamese food and maintain a reasonable price. Here is my scoring card for this restaurant: 1) Location: ( 5 Point ) - Great location for customer to see and find. Great parking for street parking and back side with parking lot parking. 2) Decoration : (2 Point) - They still have the original decoration. Clean but not up to date. 3) Price: ( 4 point)- The price is competitive compare to other same stars and type food they serve. 4) Quality and Taste : ( 3 point)- The quality is ok, food taste is good and portions are average . Remember, this restaurant serve original type of food from Vietman, with less changes as much as possible. 5) Type of cuisine standard : ( 5 point) - The style of Vietnamese food they serve is pretty close to the way it was prepare in Vietman . Not bad! But some dishes did have slightly modify to cater the customer's need Overall it's not bad and I thinks it's great to give it a try and let me know what you think. Go foodies Total max is 25 Score 19 Stars = 76% round up to 4 stars read more

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So good! I really wanted to gatekeep this place.. It's better than Hue in my opinion. Banh Beo is a Vietnamese dish that has gained popularity in recent years. It is a type of rice cake that is served with various toppings and sauces such as shrimp, shredded pork, scallions, fish sauce, and chili paste. The texture of the cakes is soft, smooth and chewy which gives it a unique sensory experience for those who try. Overall, Banh Beo is a must-try dish for anyone looking to explore the tastes of Vietnam. With its combination of flavors and textures, it offers something for everyone. If you're in search of a satisfying snack or appetizer, don't hesitate to give this traditional treat a chance. Their Banh Beo is so worth it. They also give you 5 different spices + sauces. The Jalapeno mixed sauce was absolutely amazing. The BBH is ok.. would skip. The Banh Nam came in smaller portions, but it was a lot better. It came in about 5-8 pieces. read more

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