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    NEM

    3.4 (341 reviews)
    InexpensiveVietnamese
    Closed 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids

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    Judy D.

    It's definitely a backup nem spot when you can't get into brodard. I got the pork rolls and they were decent, definitely not better than brodard but got the job done, they serve you with the warm sauce which was good but the pork itself a bit dry. I also got the summer rolls which had too much lettuce and not enough jicama, can skip this. Service was whatever but interior can be cleaner lol. And parking definitely horrible here so come prepared.

    Christopher T.

    Was waiting for my kid and was in the neighborhood therefore getting some Nem rolls for snack. Still good with the price. Friendly service and nice place. Easy parking and order with fast turnaround.

    Michelle ..

    A nice quick service alternative to Brodards! I find this place easier if you don't want to call in advance, as I've never waiting for than 5 min for smaller orders (up to 6 rolls). Though recently they set a minimum of $20 for card payments, which makes it tough if you don't have cash for a small order. They also had a special and threw in a bao which they are promoting now. Overall, the nem nuong rolls are slightly cheaper than Brodards but they can be a little skimpy on the fillings - maybe not enough lettuce or maybe the nem nuong shape (flat) makes the roll feel less full. Still hits the spot in a pinch.

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    Lindsey D.

    Located in a very busy plaza so parking may be challenging. It's also a small store front you walk up and order and the menu is on TV screens kind of hard to read since there is a glare from the window. Cash is recommended as you will get a 5% discount on your order. I got 3 nem cuon and 3 bo bia. The order came out quickly in less than 5 minutes. The nem cuon was good and the dipping sauce was still warm. However I still prefer Brodards rolls better. The Bo bia was terrible. They added little shrimps into and I was not expecting that I have never had Bo bia with shrimp in it. It made me nauseous. There wasn't lot of filling either this fell very short in my books I would skip the Bo bia. If you're in the area, can find parking, have cash, and are craving nem cuon, try it. Other than that I would say skip it.

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    Corona S.

    A good choice for nem nuong rolls! I like coming here because they're easy to order with and you can just run in, pay and grab them. I'll call the same day and they have it ready in 20-30 minutes. It's a small place so take out only. Parking can be a bit challenging since it's a small lot.

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    Trish A.

    this is a nem spot located in a tight parking lot. area is also a little sketchy and it felt unsafe to walk around for too long. the service is quick and they accept tap to pay. the flavors are good and savory. may come back, just not too sure about the safety of location.

    Joyce D.

    Great alternative to Brodards. Their spring rolls are fresh and go well with the dipping sauce they provide. Don't forget to take off the Saran Wrap when eating. We ended up ordering a party tray which was 20 pieces of the nem for $45. We ordered there and it came out incredibly quick. They said to wait 5-10 mins. Parking can be rough because it's a corner plaza with a small lot shared with multiple businesses.

    Hannah N.

    After coming back to the shop after some time, I felt that the spring rolls were no longer as good as before. They were very dry and hard, and the sauce was watery. The spring rolls were already cold right after I received my order. The staff looked very tired and not very cheerful.

    Too much noodle and bean sprouts. Sweet Tamarind sauce, not peanut sauce

    I'm sorry but this is the worst rolls I've ever had. Starting with the peanut sauce that tasted nothing like peanut. The sauce is a very sweet tamarind sauce. Spring rolls have too much noodle and bean sprouts. I had to pick out the noodle and bean sprouts. The sauce was unbearable. I dont know how they couldn't even get the basic sauce right. Dont listen to the online hype, go to Brodard or any Viet restaurant

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    Mary Grace G.

    Great rolls and friendly staff. This is a to go place and nowhere to sit. The price for the food is good too!

    Originally a 3 pack of nem coun.

    Located in a small plaza, the parking spaces are designed for compact cars btw. It was a simple menu, which is great because they are selling food for what their specialty is. You order at a counter and it's all straightforward. The menu is on a tv screen. It's a clean spot with two small benches to sit at while you wait. I got the nem cuon. It comes out wrapped individually, the portion size is a bit smaller then a some spots I go to. I have mixed feelings and wouldn't say it's bad but it's not amazing. The dipping sauce is clean and warm. I would say check it out and give it a shot.

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    Andrew E.

    Nem nuong cuon has a very special place in my heart. Unfortunately it's not always good. But NEM? NEM did it just the way I like it. This place is a take-out only spot. Ambiance is appropriate for that kind of operation. They pump out Nem Nuong like clockwork. I got the party platter, which had 20 pieces. Perfect amount. They also give you a whole tub of Nha Trang sauce. Perfection. I called ahead and the lady on the phone was prompt, clear, and had excellent customer service skills. I asked for 20 pieces and she had them done in 15 minutes. My girlfriend and I couldn't contain ourselves. We got into the tray and finished half before getting the the party, blasting Sublime We took a trip to Garden Grove. Smelled like Lou Dog inside the van

    Em ghé mua 5 nem nướng sáng nay khoảng 9:20-30 Nem nướng bị chua, cashier thái độ không tốt. Chất lượng không còn như hồi trước.

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    Very good food and nice service quick order . Love the nem cuon . Would recommend to try

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    the sauces are really meh. The rolls themselves are fine, so i ended up having to make my own dipping sauces

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    The NEM rolls are AMAZING!!! I've never had yummier rolls than these and I love the crunch it has! The sauce served with it is so delicious.

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    Did they move to another location? Thanks

    How are their goi Cuon pork and shrimp rolls? Does it have mints and other herbs or just lettuce and chives?

    They have some Vietnamese herb on it. But you can tell us what you don’t want. We can make it for you.

    Do they have vegetarian options?

    Most of their rolls are made to order. You can always request not to include meat, at least at the store by TK supermarket.

    How is this sauce compared to brodard?

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