Nguyen's Kitchen

4.1 (543 reviews)

ModerateVietnamese, Asian Fusion, Sandwiches

Open • 11:00 am - 1:00 AM (Next day)

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Victoria L.

Really cute space! I truly do love the ambience. However, I've had two shrimp rice bowls from two places. I go here for convenience when i sometimes see one - I'm gluten free and can't do soy sauce. Anyway, there's maybe 5-6 shrimp (heads up, that it's skin on) and it's super dry. The ratio of shrimp and veggies to rice is super off. There's lots of rice. The sauces that come with this one doesn't seem to fit. I'd love to try the other things...because there's so many Nguyen kitchens around... but i haven't been too impressed yet

Jocelyn H.

Tell me where else you can get an açaí bowl and a banh mi at 1 AM ? yeah, I'll wait. Exactly. This spot is undefeated. Everything they serve hits, but the açaí bowls are next-level. They stack them high and let you build your own without nickel and diming you for toppings. You can really load it up to its full potential. I love that you can mix bases (two flavors!) and the price difference between a small and medium is just a couple bucks might as well go for the medium. The large might be too much for me,but hey do you! It's one of my favorite late-night spots when I want something healthy but still satisfying. The staff is always nice and quick I've never had to wait long except that one time I ordered noodles (which were actually bomb by the way). But if you're here for the açaí bowls you're in for a treat. The banh mi also holds its own fresh, flavorful, and totally worth it. Overall, this place is a hidden gem that keeps me coming back for my late-night fix.

Wendy R.

If I'm being completely honest, I never noticed this restaurant, as it's almost tucked into the plaza. I absolutely love their bahn mi, I tried there chicken and If im being honest i would definitely choose the pork bahn-mi, I felt that the flavor on the chicken was little over whelming for myself. Over all their food is super delicious and made with care. I wish I could say the same about the staff, I usually call in my order, and I've had no issues with that at all, but when picking up, one of the girls was a bit rude and did not seem like she wanted to help. Although this does not impact the flavor / taste of the food, that's the only thing I would change.

Jonathan R.

I heard this place is great ! wanted to try for myself but unfortunately waited 30 minutes for two sliders, turns out my order wasn't placed to the cook or was given to another order. Bad first impression, front workers should be more aware, rather than playing rock paper scissors

Alexis T.

First timer! Very busy plaza but found parking right away. Clean restaurant and restroom. Dined in. Food came out quick and beautifully plated. Tasty dishes. A little pricey for the bowls, but we enjoyed our experience anyway.

First time trying this spot out, got a house chicken sandwich and Cajun garlic fries they where friendly cool spot to chill and enjoy your food very relaxing

Katie C.

I was so sad when they closed the Chino location.. I happened to be in the area to stop by this one for a quick lunch. Food is great but, my all time favorite item that use to be on the menu is no longer offered. I'm not sure if I will be coming back to any of their locations after this. I remember I use to order different proteins with different dishes, mixed and matched. A specific protein for their sandwich wouldn't be on the protein list for their garlic noodles and I would request it. They never have an issue writing it in their special request. Garlic Chicken Breast is no longer on their menu.. Chicken was juicy, saucy and plenty of garlic flavor. It is paired with sautéed mushroom. It was chef's kiss.. Imagine that over top of garlic noodles with special aioli sauce, garlic lover's dream. Garlic Noodles (with House Chicken)- just didn't hit the same. Chicken was dry.. not much flavor. Only thing that saved this was their special aioli sauce, of course I asked for extras! Bulgogi Short Rib Steak (Rice Bowl)- tender and flavorful. Solid rice bowl. Cajun Garlic Fries - wasn't as crispy as I'd like. More soggy than crispy.

Koi S.

Had to make a quick stop in the shopping mall for the Tesla supercharger, so we did a little walk and we stumbled upon this little spot. Wanted a quick bite and refresher, so I got their popcorn chicken, extra spicy and crispy!! Gotta love the crunch! Just missing some xtra coriander leaves. Their coffee is strong and did the job for a Sunday midday pick me up. Staff were nice and very considerate in asking me if I needed any sauces to go with my popcorn chicken. What accompanied the chicken was some sort of jalapeño sauce, I believe it was their house sauce. It was a bit tangy and spicy, it was a nice touch with the chicken. However, would like to come back again and check out their entrees!

Robin H.

I've been here several times from the afternoon or late night and their signature sandwiches and rice bowls weren't that good, it was always way too salty. It was either salty or the portion size was never consistent. The only menu item that really stayed consistent was their Crawfish Pasta. Their crawfish pasta is slightly sweet and a bit of spice which is great. Back then, their crawfish pasta had a good amount of sauce but it seems with inflation, it'll be less sauce or it'll depend on their cook. To me, their service wasn't all that welcoming and more of a take-out experience. The ambiance inside is just ok, their tables are weirdly always sticky which is why I never dine-in. I recommend their Specialty items on their menu if anything.

Garlic Noodles (Plain) bulgogi short rib steak

Daisy A.

2/5 - Man oh man... The girl at the front was nice. I asked for her favorite item and ordered that along with a Thai tea. The tea was okay, not overly sweet, which I didn't mind. It's very casual. You pick up your order at the front and stack trays over the trash bins when you're done. The space was clean, with tables lined up against the wall. I got the garlic noodles with bulgogi short rib steak, and honestly, I was disappointed. The so-called "short rib steak" was not short rib or steak. It looked like thinly sliced ribeye or sirloin. For the price, I would've rather eaten somewhere else. The bulgogi flavor was basic, sweet, didn't have any depth... think of it as if you're eating a sweet version of Yoshinoya's beef, except you know what you signed up for when eating there. The garlic noodles lacked any real garlic flavor... or flavor in general. They also gave me two sauces: one green & mildly spicy, the other looked like teriyaki (it didn't rlly taste like it IMO). I couldn't figure it out, and neither paired well with the noodles or the meat. If you're someone who won't leave your bubble to go try good Asian food down in Gardena, K-town, OC, or Pasadena, then sure, go at it. Side note: They also sell açaí bowls, but I'm not sure if that's a separate business since it had its own name, even though the same staff was handling both. Not sure if it was good (I purchased it for someone else), but they had a lot of cool varieties of topping and flavors.

Janelle L.

As a fast food Asian fusion spot this was a pleasant surprise! It's a small spot at the end of a row of small spots in a mall. This is a busy parking lot but it's not difficult to find parking, there's a lot of in and out movement. The golden baos are FIRE! It's a ground pork filled deep fried bun. Delicately sweet and savory. The NK Wings good? They're very lightly breaded and crispy. The light green sauce is tangy and has quite a bit of a kick on the backside. The garlic noodles were tasty but over cooked and a little soft for me. The shrimps are also lightly breaded and fried. I'm a shell eater, I like fried shrimps with the shells on. These seemed like they might have been pre-cooked and sitting as they weren't crispy enough. The Cajun fries were crisped well! I like that, they were a bit salty and could have used a little more Cajun spice. The eggrolls were decent, a little more meat would be nice.

Matcha base, matcha chia pudding, banana, mango, coconut, matcha powder, chia seeds, agave

Ann D.

This was a really great place! I really like that they have the smoothie bowl bar connected as well! I got a really good matcha bowl

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Nathan R.

3 years ago

This was our first time trying it and was impressed. The food was delicious and staff were helpful and polite, highly recommend this restaurant. read more

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Miguel G.

4 years ago

Good food great friendly service. Grilled Pork bowl is a must. Bao is tasty and goes great with the green sauce. read more

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Gothhcowboy L.

3 years ago

The food is toooo good! The bulgogi sandwich always hits the spot, and Camila always gives amazing customer service. She is the reason I will keep coming :) read more

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Santiago B.

3 years ago

The garlic fries and noddles are to die for and they always have the food freshly made and kinda healthy too

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Tania I.

5 years ago

I would definitely come back to try the food here! It was pretty damn good! I got the garlic noodles with beef bulgogi and tiger shrimp (8/10) it's very flavorful but too greasy. The shrimp was very sauteed/ fried feeling. Again, very flavorful but also very greasy. I also got the NK Sliders and wow, loved them! They had grilled onions and mushrooms, so good! (9.5/10) I am definitely coming back here to try more items off of the menu. read more

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Jonathan M.

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4 years ago

Bomb af quick service food is on point and it's open late please don't change. Everyone must try

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J P.

4 years ago

Excellent spot in south gate. Had the garlic noodles with bulgogi short rib. Very tasty, great garlic flavor and not too overwhelming. The Vietnamese iced coffee is very good. The employees had a great attitude. Looking forward to going back and trying something else. read more

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Vivian M.

4 years ago

You know those places that look so good and when you try it out it was honestly kind of disappointing? I unfortunately have to say this is the place. I have been eyeing this place for a year now. I see countless of post and ads and finally decided to go. It is alright. Rice was too mushy, the meat was eh. I do like the presentation. The cashier and works are very nice and friendly. The wings and fires were fine, can't really mess that up tbh. Maybe I just ordered the wrong things. prices are pretty decent. We went in the morning so it wasn't packed. Plenty of seating, and they open really late. Which is pretty cool. read more

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Kenneth G.

4 years ago

Great food had the garlic noodles and beef. Highly recommend!! Camila was great super helpful. Recommended the Vietnamese coffee. Can't wait to return. read more

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Martin G.

4 years ago

I use to travel to Anaheim to the other Nguyen's Kitchen so I'm very happy they put a location considerably closer, feels like the food even taste better too. Service is great even when I give them a hard time and they all seem to have a team flow with running this location. Overall amazing food with great hospitality from the staff and the cooks. Highly recommend! read more

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Vic N.

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4 years ago

Love this place! The Crawfish Pasta is my go to, but the Cajun Garlic Fries with Bulgogi Steak is amazing! Camila is super friendly and always has a smile on her face. I definitely recommend this place. read more

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Rivera E.

4 years ago

This is absolutely fast food. Drenched in heavy, but flavorful, sauces and spices, it did not sit well in my stomach. I can't even remember what I ordered. I couldn't finish it. Whatever the sauce was that it was drenched in, it was difficult to wash it out of my mouth, even after thoroughly brushing my teeth. I'm sad to say I was disappointed in this place. read more

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Jamie S.

4 years ago

Dined in and ordered the crawfish pasta and garlic fries with bulgogi. Both dishes came out cold. How does the food come out cold when you dine in? We also ordered the 6 piece chicken wings. One wing was half a drumette, so it was more like 5 1/2 pieces. Soda machine was broken, and the water button would get stuck dispensing water. Also tv and music was blasting which was annoying. Never coming back. read more

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Keno M.

4 years ago

Food had good flavor and came out pretty fast. Tried the garlic noodles with steak and the popcorn chicken. Service was great too.

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Karina L.

5 years ago

Food was amazing ! Well seasoned and perfect for a Asian Cajun mix of food! Shrimp and garlic noodles tasted excellent and the Cajun fries were amazing and perfectly seasoned! The inside of the restaurant is modern, nice and very clean! read more

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Taquitta H.

3 years ago

This food was fire omg it was so good my first time omg I spent 150 everything bomb the ladies where cool we went kinda late too I mean fire trust me follow me read more

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Danny C.

4 years ago

Not one to write reviews but this place is an excellent alternative to the regular late night eateries. Great service, delicious food and upbeat ambiance. read more

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Mary S.

5 years ago

This place was awesome for our first time!! The egg rolls were so good!!! The garlic noodles and beef was okay. The only reason I'm giving a 4 star review is because the garlic noodles were dry and needed more seasoning. And the tables needed wiping down. The grilled chicken rice bowl was good! The grilled pork sandwich was yummy! And last but definitely not least the Vietnamese ice coffee was amazing!!!!! This is a must try place! read more

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Angela T.

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4 years ago

Amazing sandwiches and beverage! Crazy late hours for all your late night cravings. Recommend the pork or the beef sando with side of fries for your late night snack! read more

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Lanicesha D.

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5 years ago

This was my first time and I t exceeded my expectations. The food was delicious. And that green sauce that came with the noodles..was spicy and yummy. read more

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Dave S.

4 years ago

Staff were great! Food (I got the garlic noodles with pork) was ok. Everything was quite greasy and the pork quite gristly - didn't seem worth the price read more

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Glo R.

4 years ago

I came across this place recently and it was the best garlic noodles I've ever had, the people were very friendly and the eggs were cooked to perfection. read more

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Albert H.

4 years ago

Bomb food, had a bulgogi beef sandwich,, !!! All flavor.. man could only eat half!! Definitely going back

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Dora W.

3 years ago

The foods decent but the service has gone downhill. The Southgate location has also been lacking in cleanliness. We went in with not a single other person in the establishment and proceeded to have to listen to the employee behind the counter take a complaint for about 5min. It was awkward. There was only one "cook" in the back so no one else to help. We walked out and went to buffalo spot. read more

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Samantha E.

4 years ago

Cam is the best! Best service and handles situations very well:) definitely coming back. Good food, fast service, and convenient

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Ron B.

4 years ago

You owe it to yourself to give Nguyen's Kitchen a try. Really amazing, fresher than fresh, and amazingly well prepared food. If I could give it 6 stars I would. read more

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Romeo M.

4 years ago

WoW... no words to describe. This place is a must in South Gate/Downey Area. I even think it's worth the hour drive from our place. We came from a band competition, went on yelp, decided to try this place. Plus friendly people, specially the lady that took our order. read more

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Nicole C.

4 years ago

Nice reply a year later, but seeing I never received my order it doesn't go far ‍ you can't even reach the store

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Alex C.

5 years ago

The garlic noodles were delicious. I wouldn't say I'm crazy about this venue, but if it was suggested, I'd eat it. There is definitely flavor in the noodles, you can taste the garlic and other stuff. The portion is great and the price is reasonable. The cashier is extremely nice and made me feel welcome. Doesn't get to the packed dinner is available read more

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Lara D.

5 years ago

Food was good and OK tasting, 4 stars, however the customer service was very bad you can tell the female there at the cash register doesn't truly want to be working there so I'm taking 1 star for that, giving it a 3 star. The cucumber drink I got was refreshing and pretty good the shrimp in my garlic noodles were really good as well. Food is a 4, customer service is a 1 read more

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Diego P.

5 years ago

They change the lemonade, have been for a while the way it was when they just opened up was phenomenal!. But the 1st attempt in changing it was just acidic and now this attempt is bitter. Go back to the perfect one that made me wanna buy a gallon of it lol. The Crawfish pasta is still amazing though!! read more

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Gabriela P.

5 years ago

If your place says closes at 1am n u start washing ur kitchen at 1215 it's not our fault it says open late. Plus to walk in n still have to go to ur kitchen window to order isn't right. N still b 20 min open for other ppl to come in n not serve them. U girls should talk to ur manager n have them change ur closing hours if u guys don't want to work ur full shift. Y'all were just chitchatting away only seen one girl cleaning. Although the food was good popcorn chicken needs a lil work on. They took leas than 15 min so the ppl after us could of been served. read more

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Yaz R.

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5 years ago

Crawfish Pasta was delicious, it's a bit garlicky for those are aren't a fan. The portion looked small in the to-go plate though was super filling. Peach and lychee green tea was so refreshing, not too sweet. The egg rolls and green sauce are a must try!! To-go was ready within estimated time. Will totally come back to try some of the classics. read more

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Elexus W.

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4 years ago

This older hispanic lady at the register has the WORST attitude she was short tempered answered questions before I finished AND she got my order wrong and said that I had to pay for a new bowl because she messed up my order!!! And so she took it back to remake it and slammed it on the window shelf because of it. Won't come here again read more

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Matthew P.

4 years ago

Super expensive for mediocre food, what you see on the Receipt is add on prices for the toppings but the toppings are supposed to come with the meal why are they charging extra!?!? plus the drink i got was small and its 4 dollars! what type of place is this charging so much for a bit of steak the plate wasn't even big it barely filled me up ‍ NEVER COMING BACK fix your prices! read more

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Rick R.

4 years ago

I like the food the food like me . Some goooooooooood fooood. It's new but worth the experience of it the people are alive and kicking. The pasta bomb and the seal really good and the slider are bomb read more

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Vanessa R.

4 years ago

The pasta & chicken wings were good! And I really enjoyed the sandwich! The fries were average to me. Friendly staff & overall good place when you have the munchies! read more

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Claudya V.

3 years ago

Popcorn chicken was gross and that place is too expensive for the area where it's located

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Catherine N.

4 years ago

Without fail, Nguyen's Kitchen always has good ass food. Their service is always quick and this location has amazing staff (specifically Camila- she's always so kind and helpful whenever I go in). They can get pretty busy sometimes, but it never affects the quality of the food or the time it takes for it to be ready. I literally tell everyone I know to come here (if it's your first time going, you gotta try the bugolgi steak bowl, it's so so good- 10/10) read more

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Hakima F.

4 years ago

I must say I came here to this restaurant about 2yrs ago. I wasn't impressed that time. I made it my last choice tonight because I had no choice. I was very surprised since my 1st time. The food was delicious cooked by Antonia, and the host Camila was very nice even though my nephew gave her a hard time. I had the garlic noodles with shrimp and beef and my nephew had the beef fries with egg on top. Late night foodies read more

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5840 Firestone Blvd
Ste 120
South Gate, CA 90280
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Hours

What time does Nguyen's Kitchen open?

Nguyen's Kitchen opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Nguyen's Kitchen close?

Nguyen's Kitchen closes at 1:00 AM (Next day) on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 11:00 AM - 1:00 AM (Next day)

Payment methods

Does Nguyen's Kitchen take credit cards?

Yes, Nguyen's Kitchen takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Nguyen's Kitchen have catering options?

Yes, Nguyen's Kitchen does have catering options.

Does Nguyen's Kitchen have a drive thru?

No, Nguyen's Kitchen does not have a drive thru.

Does Nguyen's Kitchen serve alcohol?

No, Nguyen's Kitchen does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Nguyen's Kitchen allow dogs?

Yes, Nguyen's Kitchen allows dogs.

Does Nguyen's Kitchen have TVs?

Yes, Nguyen's Kitchen has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Nguyen's Kitchen have bike parking?

Yes, Nguyen's Kitchen has bike parking.

Does Nguyen's Kitchen have outdoor seating?

No, Nguyen's Kitchen does not have outdoor seating options.

Does Nguyen's Kitchen have parking?

Yes, Nguyen's Kitchen has parking options. Private Lot Parking, Validated Parking

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Is Nguyen's Kitchen wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Nguyen's Kitchen is wheelchair accessible.

Does Nguyen's Kitchen have free WiFi?

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Specialties

We’re all about simple, fresh food without artificial flavors or fillers. Just genuine raw ingredients and their individual, delectable flavors. We serve Premium Sandwiches, Garlic Noodles, Rice Bowls, Salad Bowls, Wings, Popcorn Chicken, Cajun Garlic Fries and other Asian Fusion food and drinks including Vietnamese Coffee.

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If you want great food at great value where the customer service goes above and beyond (shout out…read morePaulina), you have to come here!! Food is always made fresh and you can tell they really care Tantalizing Eggplant Bowl (no peppers) with Thai Steak on the side, Garlic Rice & Side salad! I loved how customizable the bowls are because you can switch out your proteins and sides. Everything was bomb, the steak was really flavorful and not dry at all! Also the eggplants hit the spot cause I was craving it, has slightly sweet notes and pairs really nicely with the garlic rice. Side salad was great too. I can't wait to come back again. My friend got the drunken noodles and they have three spice levels. She got the middle spicy and that one packed a punch for me, abit too spicy for my liking but she said she wants to try the Thai spicy (highest level) next time.

The fried rice and pad thai were both absolutely delicious full of flavor, perfectly cooked, and…read morehonestly some of the best I've had. You can really tell they put care into the food. The owner, Jack, was incredibly kind and welcoming. His friendly attitude made the whole experience even more enjoyable and comfortable. On top of that, the service was great overall, and everything felt clean and well taken care of. I really appreciated the warm hospitality. I'll definitely be coming back, and I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for great Thai food!

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Soup Shop

Pho is really yummy! I loved the brisket ribeye and ribbone in the combo, the music was really good…read moreas well I love the rnb

Soup Shop is one of the few pho places open late, within driving distance to me. I believe this…read moreestablishment shares a parking lot with a taco place and Aldi so there's an abundance in parking. There is definitely a little bit more of a fushion-cuisine touch to this pho restaurant, but I love it! I dig being able to order elote and Vietnamese soup in the same place. The meat here is consistently tender from the experiences I can recall. The rib bones pho is worth trying at least once, but their combination bowl still hits the spot all the same. I do wish the overall average price point was a few dollars cheaper. I think their cheapest bowl of pho is already $14-$15. Service was chill and quick, I could tell the staff was busy during my last stop in. I'm not around often, but I take comfort in knowing I can grab a decent meal here.

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Pho Shrimp, Pho Veggies, Pho Chicken

Pho Rib-Bone

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Mui sushi

4.6

(60 reviews)

1.3 mi

ABSOLUTELY EARNED THEM A REGULAR FOR 10/10 SERVICE! The staff were incredibly friendly and warmly…read morewelcoming when I arrived. The place is noticeably well taken care of and clean albeit a bit small. The quality of service and sushi were wonderful. The portions are fair to their price online and some items are less expensive in ordering person so I hope whomever visits does tip them well. While there was a small mix up with my schedule for pick up , their main chef Charlie was kind, quick , and accommodating went beyond for my order. He himself handed me my order and was very apologetic for the mix up even gave some extra items for the short wait. Presentation was beautiful, I have no pictures from this visit as my family and I devoured the food before I could. We loved it, appreciated them, definitely returning.

This is my favorite sushi place! It's a small local spot near my house, and I find myself coming…read moreback all the time for their baked lobster roll--it's that good. The sushi is always fresh, the service is friendly, and the owners are some of the nicest people you'll meet. A true neighborhood gem that never disappoints!

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Spider Roll*

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Salmon Skin Salad & Salmon Roll

Narai Thai Cuisine

If you looking for neighborhood Thai food, Narai may be the one for you. The service is always…read moreprompt with friendly service. I am simply addicted to their Thai Iced Coffee and Thai Tea. You can get it with boba for an extra $1. Pineapple Fried Rice is one of my favorites along with the Grilled Pork if I am feeling I need to be healthy and not thinking about carbs. This restaurant does use white chicken meat. Is it authentic Thai food? Not really but is it pretty good, yes. Plus its been there for like 40 years and generations of families simply love this place. The owner and severs tell me if they change anything, the regular customers get really upset. Best part about Narai is they have a separate dining area that is great to have a small party of 20-30 people or if businesses to do a catered meal with a presentation. There is no fee to use that space as long as you order food.

Had an errand to run in the area and this place was the closest to me and I'm so glad I came here…read more Ordered spicy mint noodles and they were delicious. The service was great. Would come here again, if given the chance. 10/10. Oh, and good music. Clean tables.

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Pad Thai Noodles

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Piña kiss and Lemon drop

El Sushi Loco Sushi & Mariscos Downey

Food was great, and serving was very generous. There was another table of patrons when we arrived,…read morebut it took awhile to receive our food. Service was good and attentive.

We went this past Sunday around 5pm and were told the wait time would be about 5 minutes. The lady…read moreat the front with the red hair looked like she did not want to be there and was not welcoming at all. While we were waiting, two parties arrived after us and were seated before us. After waiting about 20 minutes, we went back to ask what was going on and were only told, "sorry about the wait." I don't think it was professional to seat other parties before us when we had been waiting longer. On top of that, the quality of the food has significantly gone down. The food did not taste fresh, and as shown in the picture, the seafood was not cleaned properly. Overall, this was a disappointing experience compared to previous visits.

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Queen Taco & Sushi

We choose this place as they have outside seating to allow our dogs. We ordered the Criminal and…read morethe Queens burger. I also ordered a michelagua de Jamaica. Homerun! Out of the park. Everything was amazingly delicious. We can not wait to plan our next visit!

As always everything delicious and fresh, and super friendly staff. Love stopping by for some…read moredelicious sushi and even better they have drive thru!

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28- Yakimechi 14- Aguachile 6- Serranito

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Location of Queen Taco & Shushi

WaBa Grill

Food is always great! Except when you come in and it's always the short paisa in the back cooking…read moreand he has an attitude because I came over and told the cashier I wanted brown rice instead of white rice. I didn't like how he slide through the bowl to the cashier. I mean I'm not asking for free I'm paying body language has everything to do with it. Maybe the cook guy was having a bad day or is tired of working there.

For starters my boyfriend asked for extra sauce it seems like they're stingy with it because they…read moreonly put 2 sauces for 2 veggie rice bowls and 10 dumplings. How would that ever be enough maybe be more considerate and put 2 for each plate incase 1 isn't enough. For second it seems like the broccoli wasn't even steamed or cooked or anything it was hard to chew. Last but not least they didn't cook the shrimp enough it was too soft/squishy.

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IPPA Sushi Ramen

Had such a great experience here! As always The waiter was absolutely amazing friendly, attentive,…read moreand made us feel really welcome. The food was delicious and everything tasted fresh and flavorful. Thank you so much for such wonderful service and a great meal we'll definitely be back! Amazing owner.

Terrible food terrible service take your money elsewhere. This is trash!…read more place should be closed. Owner is rude and gets offended & physical when you give your honest opinion on the trash food served. The lemonade is nasty and made with nasty water you can taste on the first sip. Never again!!!! Went hungry and left hungry and physically touched by the angry owner causing a scene in front of the 2 other tables there. SAD! UNPROFESSIONAL! TRASH !

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Menu and additional posters

91. California Roll. 96. Salmon Roll Naruto Ramen Combo Coke Ramune(japanese soda)

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Sushi & Ramen time.

Yoshinoya Downey

I ordered an 8-piece shrimp tempura and only received 7. Missing one shrimp might not seem like a…read morebig deal, but considering they also sell them in 2-piece portions, it is a big deal to me. I really love their shrimp tempura, so it was disappointing to have my order come up short. I also ordered an XL two-protein combo, but they gave me a regular size instead. Overall, my order was completely wrong today. I was driving home from work and couldn't turn back, which made it even more frustrating. Not the best way to end my day.

The five star is only for the employee holding it down while working almost especially alone. I…read moredon't know who runs this franchise but the director of operations should come and pick up the slack!! This 5 star is only for that cashier who is doing 5 things at once! Also kuddos to the person in the back cooking the food. P.s. don't make people wait for their food in the drive thru!

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Pick Up Stix Fresh Asian Flavors

It's confirmed! I'm "officially" a Pick up Stix "addict"!!! I was in the area and this is the first…read moretime I've been to this location of Pick Up Stix in the city of Downey... (prior to this I think I've been to about 90% of their different locations...in LA and San Diego!) Anyway, as usual, the food was terrific, hot, fresh and healthy! Kimberly, (the Shift Lead) helped me and she was fantastic... very courteous, friendly, and just "great energy"! When I'm in the area, I will definitely stop back in to this location.

Easy, tasty and healthy Asian eats…read more Went for a quick lunch - ordered the hot honey chicken. Was pretty spicy and cooked to order (was piping hot). Was honestly the best fast food Americanized Chinese fast food in a while. Service was also awesome - they brought me some extra sauce while I was eating. Will be back!

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Tacos DF

We keep coming back for our favorite dishes and there guacamole!…read more Enjoying the background music and we seem to move back and forth from the tunes that are playing. It's a small little restaurant that has 8 tables on one side. And the other half has about 7 tables on the other side. Filled with mexica decor on one half and the other half filled with dodgers and soccer memorabilia. They serve Micheladas and Margaritas they sell a few of Mexican breads available to take home. Each dish they bring out is freshly cooked and ready for the patrons to enjoy there meal. The flavors with each dish is unique. My favorite go to dish is cheese enchiladas with beans and rice

Primera bes aqui y la verdad muy rico yo agare una machaca y mi esposo un panpaso la verdad estaba…read moremuy delicious. Muy recomendado . Definito que regresoo

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Viet Thai Cafe

4.9

(64 reviews)

2.3 mi

This place is amazing. The service is very friendly and polite. Each staff member is communicative…read moreand kind, which makes the food 10x better. We ordered a Beef Banh Mi and Shrimp Pad See Ew and it was to die for. The food was so fresh and clean, we felt like we went to grandma's house. The portions are insane, my bf and I ordered separate meals for ourselves when we absolutely did not need to. We have so many leftovers that we cannot wait to crack into. I wish we took pictures of the food it was just so good we couldn't wait. Not only that but the prices are insane for the amount of food you receive. For their grand opening they're doing 15% off but even without the discount the prices are perfect. We paid $30.58 for our meals with the discount. We will absolutely be back with hungry bellies!

Came for dinner and this place was packed. No one else was in line and they quickly cleaned up an…read moreempty table for us. I came for the pho dac biet and they did not disappoint. I like that it came with lots of tripe, meatballs, tendons, sliced rare steak, and brisket. A plate of lime, basil, bean sprouts, and jalapeño slices completed the order. I also ordered the papaya salad with shrimp and it was very refreshing. I also tried the seafood stir fry with garlic. The dish included mussels, clams, crab, shrimp, and fish. It was very flavorful and I definitely recommend. It was easy to get the waitress' attention. She brought extra water cups without asking. I like that she provided extra bowls and plates for sharing. I liked that they took 15% off of the bill for grand opening. There was one restroom next to the kitchen. Not sure if there is a parking lot but there were plenty of street parking right in front of the restaurant.

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Brisket Pho

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Let's Sea

Amazing food, great service and a nice vibe! You can tell the food was made with love. Everything…read moretasted fresh and delicious, definitely coming back!

Food was delicious and customer service was amazing . The restaurant was very clean and organizedread more

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I've been here many times it's always so good and they have wonderful customer service food comes fast

Let's Sea Combo

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The Pan

The food was good for a small restaurant like this I think their french toasts are really good but…read morethe service took forever. Me and my family were sitting for 15 waiting to get served and I saw other families being seated and served before us. Other than that I don't mind tipping but the tip being 20% is kinda crazy to me. Me and my family split the meal and payed separately and since there were 6 of us we were charged at automatic tip of 20 dollars. I don't think they deserved the 20% when they took so long to serve us and take our order.

I believe I found my new Favorite Breakfast. Today, I…read moreordered the Veggie Omelet and added Bacon. I also ordered fruit instead of potatoes. It was Beyond delicious!!!

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Hash Browns (2) Sausage (2) Bacon Strips Breakfast Potatoes (1) Buttermilk Pancake Pitas Chilaquiles Two Egg Breakfast

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Dannye G.

1 year ago

Nguyen's Kitchen in South Gate provides Asian-fusion eats with flavorful dishes in a relaxed fast-casual dining environment. I visited for a fast meal during lunchtime and found the wide selection combined with quick service to be impressive. The popcorn chicken delivered excellent crunch and flavorful seasoning which became even better when paired with the house jalapeño sauce. The garlic noodles with bulgogi beef provided deep savory flavors but the dish felt excessively greasy. Still, very satisfying. The Vietnamese iced coffee delivered a robust flavor that served as an effective afternoon energy boost. The restaurant charges higher prices than expected for the amount of food served but delivers quality dishes. The establishment maintains a clean modern design which makes it suitable for grabbing a quick meal while running errands. The restaurant serves excellent fast food but serves smaller portions than expected. I will return to taste additional menu items starting with sandwiches and crawfish pasta. read more

Jamie W.

Elite 26

1 year ago

I tried the Amazon Bowl based on the employee's recommendation--they said it was the most popular, and I can see why. I'm usually not a huge fan of açaí, but this one was surprisingly good! It was creamy, smooth, and not overly tart or sour like some others I've had. The bowl came with a generous amount of toppings, although mostly just banana and strawberry. That was fine, but I think it could have been even better with a wider variety of fruit. The crunchy topping was a standout though--super tasty and added a great texture. We shared the small portion between two people and it was just enough. The service was friendly and the ambiance was really nice. One thing to note: this place shares the space with a savory kitchen. It works, but it definitely threw off my senses a bit with the mix of smells and sights. Still, overall a great experience and I'd definitely go back! read more

Jesse T.

4 years ago

First time here didn't know what to expect but once I ate the rice bowl bulgogi short rib steak with the egg roll and cucumber lemonade if you don't know what to get I recommend this order if it's your first time here, and the staff are really committed to serve you with a kindness and smile specially Camilla that serve us today. read more

Ronny A.

4 years ago

First time customer and I'm hooked! The menu is packed with great choices! I would recommend this restaurant to anyone they're open late! And the employees treat you to a one of a kind experience! Absolutely loved it! Big shout out to Camila she was on top of things making sure I walked away wanting to come back soon! read more

Raylan C.

1 year ago

Nguyen's Kitchen offers a tasty escape with its delicious takeout options! The flavors are vibrant and the portions generous. I especially loved their Pho and spring rolls! Service was friendly and efficient, just a little wait time during peak hours. Overall, a great spot for a quick meal that's full of flavor! read more

Christina L.

4 years ago

This is our absolute favorite restaurant for so many reasons. One, it's a few minutes away from home. Two, the food is amazing! Three, they stay open super late! And lastly, the service is wonderful! Camila is always smiling and greets us like family. We look forward to seeing her cheerful self every time! read more

Montese H.

4 years ago

I really enjoyed the presence of Camila , The hospitality whem we came in was very refreshing and her smile lit the room uppp . Antoniaa alsoo has wonderful energy and can cook her ass off . We sat down and ate and they were very nice company :) read more

Amaris P.

2 years ago

As you know, catering from a restaurant is always a risk so I had to come here and say this was 10/10, so delicious, and great service! I'm definitely ordering from you guys again. People couldn't stop talking about the jalapeño dip ;) read more

Richard C.

462

4 years ago

I love Nguyen's Kitchen! This location has a great vibe and the food is amazing as always. My go to is their garlic noodle and chicken breast. Their green sauce is so so good... If you like garlic flavored dishes, NK hits the spot. read more

Jennifer F.

4 years ago

I'm new to the area and was looking for a late night food spot. They are open until 1am which is great! The rib sandwich was really good. It has a nice vibe and everyone was friendly. The pork buns are my favorite. read more

Isaac L.

4 years ago

the food is really good here, I love the rice with the chicken, sometimes I get the pork tho, they're both equally as good, also Cam is pretty cool, she should get a raise or something lol, read more

Jacob C.

4 years ago

The food here is so good!! I got the Grilled pork premium sandwich and it was so delicious would definitely recommend!! the staff here are also so sweet!! read more

Jorge A.

3 years ago

The food here is amazing! But what makes it even better is Brigitte Widget she is one of the nicest girls that works on the cashier here in Nguyen's. :) read more