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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Vanessa E.

4 years ago

First time visiting this place and I loved it! The food is really good and flavourful, I had the garlic noodles with chicken, Cajun garlic fries with bulgogi, bao buns, sliders, and a lot more! I was definitely hungry lol. BUT I would definitely recommend the fried bao buns they were AMAZINGGGG! And the girl in the front is super friendly! Great environment, amazing food. Thank you! read more

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The perfect late night snack!!! I love love love the garlic noodles, make sure to get sauce on the side as well. The Thai tea from Nguyen's Kitchen is also delicious. This place is always packed and rightfully so. I always bring people here that are visiting California. read more

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Darene I.

4 years ago

Enjoyed this little whole in the wall! My friends and I wanted a quick bite but everything around was closing so we came across this place. We got the bao buns, wings, popcorn chicken and bulgolgi fries. All were very yummy to eat. They also had very tasty drinks to choose from read more

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Cameron M.

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A friend recommended this place to me the other day so I came here yesterday with my brother. Very clean restaurant with friendly staff and amazing food! I got the Bulgogi short rib sandwich and it was so good that I ordered another one to take home. I highly recommend this place and I'm looking forward to my next visit! read more

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Beverly L.

5 years ago

First of all I want to say their service is impeccable! Esther is awesome. I placed an order online for delivery called to check of it went through and then noticed they had Thai tea and called back to see if they can add it to my order but told unfortunately they couldn't. So then I get my delivery and Esther include that tea I so wanted. That was great! Ok now the food we got a few things to try we got the garlic noddles with shrimp, the chicken bowl and the pork sandwich. The noddles were good, shrimp was cooked perfectly. The bowls were also good the salad and the salad dressing was so good but the sandwich.... the sandwich was AMAZING so much flavor the pork was so good so tender and tasty wow it was just great!! Definitely coming back for the service and the food. Thank you again Esther! Oh Thai tea is also great! read more

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Noe R.

4 years ago

Food was delicious, Camila was very helpful with helping me choose what to try since it was my first time and very out going. The vibe at the restaurant was great as well. read more

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Anh N.

5 years ago

I love coming here ! My favorite dish is Garlic Noodle with jumbo shrimp and bulgogi beef - so savory and delicious! The portion is a little big for me so i always have to do togo box for later meal read more

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Genesis N.

4 years ago

Pretty good, I like that it's open late for when I'm craving something that isn't a typical fast food spot. Also I love the indoor dining area and the art in the walls. Steak fries and popcorn chicken w/ cucumber lemonade is my go to. read more

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Frank A.

5 years ago

Noodles are good! Add the garlic shrimp awesome.. The garlic noodles with beef was really good. Their condiments are different and add a little kick. Only negative is there drinks. I like that they are opened late which gives you a great food option read more

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Jeromy R.

4 years ago

The food was great. The service was awesome and Camilla at the Downey location deserves a raise. Very charming and fun to order with. I told you I'd come back if the food was bad but I'll be coming back because I genuinely enjoyed it! Thanks again read more

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Jorge C.

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4 years ago

The food was amazing, the ambiance was great and Cam was super nice!!! Love this place

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Steven G.

4 years ago

Clean kitchen, nice place to eat, staff could be a bit more nice but the food made up for it, delicious amazing flavor for a decent price, definetly a great treat for a night out read more

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Rebecca B.

4 years ago

THIS PLACE WAS SO GOOD ! I 10/10 recommend ! Not only was the food great but the ambiance & the employees are also very sweet. I will definitely be returning to try other items on the menu. read more

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Chris G.

4 years ago

Good late snack spot. Good food , good refreshers Good service. Thanks Camila. Totally recommend it. read more

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Juan Carlos C.

5 years ago

As soon as I walked in to pick up my online order, I knew this spot was going to be good. The smell of awesome food gave it away and for sure, I wasn't disappointed. Great fresh, quality food is what you get here at Nguyen's Kitchen. We tried the garlic noodles with shrimp, bulgogi rice bowl, chicken wings and egg rolls. All the items were tasty and for sure will be coming back! read more

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John M.

4 years ago

This place is awesome!!! I come here so often cuz it's one of the few places that's open late with food that doesn't taste just like regular fast food. I always get the garlic noodles with the shrimp and sometimes the beef plate and its sooooo good. Plus Camila and Antonia are so nice and really put a friendly touch to the whole experience. Shout out to you two :) read more

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Alex S.

4 years ago

Best friendly and fast service from camila The best food I've ever tasted as well will always be coming back for more read more

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Stephanie L.

5 years ago

Cute corner stop! My bf and went and it was delicious! I highly recommend the sliders and the shrimp garlic noodles. It is a bit pricey but totally worth it because it has so much flavor! read more

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Elena M.

3 years ago

I came here for the first time and had amazing service. It's definitely a hole in the wall spot but the environment is very chill. I ordered the pork sandwich and it was a bit out of my comfort zone but it was worth it. Camila was especially helpful when I was being indecisive and overrall I'm so happy with my experience here and would definitely recommend and come here again! read more

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Tim D.

5 years ago

Came here after work with my girlfriend for the first time and the food was delicious, I got the crawfish pasta and my girl got the pork sandwich and they were phenomenal,the green sauce that came with it has just the right amount of spice not too spicy but just enough to give it that extra kick, would recommend it if you're looking for a hip chill place to eat and they're open until 1am read more

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Nadia P.

3 years ago

Quick service and good food the ambiance quiet and welcoming . It's pretty clean and they are open pretty late as well.

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Anamika G.

5 years ago

Such delicious food at such reasonable price. I love their garlic noodles with pork. The chilli sauce that comes with it is mind-blowing!!!!

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Christian R.

5 years ago

It was very delicious. Wasn't sure what to get and was recommended the bulgogi steak with garlic noodles. Was very satisfied! Also got a Thai tea, just to enjoy. Very clean, well spaced out to enjoy indoor dining. Would definitely try some of their other items! read more

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Hott S.

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3 years ago

Wow never again wth is wrong with this place my food was strong here for 25 mins after cooked 2 ladies are just giggling and walk right past me giving a ugly look wtf read more

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Xavier C.

3 years ago

Hands down the best Garlic noodles I have ever had, have to add the chicken! Also has some of the best beef Bulgolgi in the business, and you have to have it on the Cajun fries. Top it off with the NK burger slider and you have the best lunch/dinner anyone could ask for. I usually don't write reviews, but I had to share my experience. Everything was super flavorful and fresh. read more

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Martha E.

5 years ago

Garlic pasta with shrimp and two egg rolls!! Amazingly delicious, glad I was having late night cravings. I read the pasta was greasy but it was perfect and full of flavor. read more

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Kimberly S.

3 years ago

Had placed an order through yelp and the app glitched and accidentally placed it for 12pm instead of 12am, explained to the cashier what had happened and they said my food was ready right there and said oh and went to my car and realized it was the completely wrong order they gave me a ubereats delivery order. Went inside and explained it to them and they said I needed to get my facts straight and said that they couldn't do anything about the order. I asked if they could just remake it for now since I already paid and cancel the order for tomorrow that I didn't mind waiting and they refused and said I needed to contact Yelp. I understand things happen and it was on my end that it was ordered wrong but the situation could've been completely handled differently read more

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Sir G.

3 years ago

The staff were extremely friendly and helpful even during the late hours. One of the cashiers, Camila, was super friendly and helped us out with our friends condition. The food was also delicious. read more

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Krys G.

5 years ago

This place gets 5 stars! I was recommended here by my friends since they know I love garlic noodles and I haven't been able to get to Kickin Crab which also has some delicious noodles!!! But Nguyen's Kitchen DID NOT disappoint!!! Their customer service was amazing! And the service was prompt, I appreciate how they practiced real social distancing, no one was waiting inside, it was extremely clean inside and they also hand a hand sanitizer stationed, everyone wore their masks properly!! Now on to the food, I ordered the chicken wings, egg rolls and garlic noodles with the beef and I have zero complaints! The food was fresh, made fresh to order and good price! I will DEFINITELY be back!!!!! read more

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J T.

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4 years ago

Really good food! I was super suprised too that it was in South Gate lol after working a late night gig I stopped on in and they were open super late. Good food, good prices! I'll be returning read more

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Nina N.

5 years ago

I love this place!! My favorite asian fusion restaurant. I love love the crawfish pasta, it has a spicy kick to it. I noticed they updated the menu. The premium salad vinaigrette dressing with shrimp is so so good. Please try it when you're here! So healthy and delicious. The golden bao was to die for. It was fluffy and crispy.. yummsss. Must try! Glad they're opened in South Gate, I would go to Chino location before! read more

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Robert W.

3 years ago

The food is so good! The service is amazing! The atmosphere is chill. Its nice to find a great place open late. It was my first visit and took their recommendations on what to try. Everything was delicious! One of the other customers recommended the Thai Tea and it was heavenly! read more

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Foods good! Service is weird ! For some reason I always get a stomach after eating there food! But I do eat here a lot!! Food is good! I would recommend it! But warning a stomach ache will follow up with the garlic noodles! Even though I do recommend them read more

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This place is a game changer! Garlic noodles with choice of protein and their pork ban mi were both out of this world delicious!! Sounds like they have 3 locations. Find one and go. read more

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Albthere B.

5 years ago

Food is good but portion is to small... Crawfish Noodles were good. Excellent service. read more

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Rosy B.

4 years ago

There so many places to pick from to eat around the area that you might miss this lovely place. The popcorn chicken was well seasoned and crunchy. Good amount of food. read more

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Susy L.

4 years ago

Loved their Bulgogi Short Rib Steak Sandwich. It's usually my go to when I come here. It doesn't come with rice but the sandwich is big enough to where you don't need a side. The location is also open late and is a great place to pick up a late night meal if you aren't feeling the usual fast food places, definitely recommend checking this place out! read more

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Erika M.

5 years ago

The food is good, but too pricy!! There was one girl taking the orders and dispatching them. My order took the longest to be given to me. Won't come here again. read more

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Carla S.

5 years ago

Came in last night before closing and my boyfriend who went inside received amazing service. He came in the car and said " wow babe that lady was super nice and her customer service was on point. Now that wasn't the only great thing. BUT THE FOOOD WAS DELICIOUS!!! The unique green sauce with the wings was perfect. The sliders were good also. I highly recommend this place. I wish there was one in the South Bay! read more

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Ronald R.

5 years ago

Ordered some food late night and not many places were open so I decided to try this place and I'm glad I did! The bulgogi steak sandwich was great! I'm not sure what kind of sauce it came with but it was amazing! This was a nice surprise and will definitely be coming back again. 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

Other Amenities

Is Nguyen's Kitchen wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Nguyen's Kitchen is wheelchair accessible.

Does Nguyen's Kitchen have free WiFi?

No, Nguyen's Kitchen does not 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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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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NT Noodles

Owner is extremely nice, food is authentic and delicious…read more Plates are a considerable size you will get full. Place needs more sitting just because restaurant is getting popular.

Service and food are great. He is super nice…read more Pork ramen spicy delicious. Pho super good. Egg rolls super bomb!

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1.2 mi

Hands down the worst bowl of pho I have ever had. I don't know how all these reviews are 5 stars,…read morethey MUST have been from owner's friends/family. The soup is so bland, the noodles taste cheap, they are so stingy with meat quantity I legit only had 3 slices in my entire bowl, and they even charge for tap water. Honestly the casino has so many better food options, hard pass on this!

AMAZING and fun experience. I didn't know this restaurant was inside the casino, but everyone was…read morevery friendly and pointed me towards their direction. The customer service was great and the food was very fresh and delicious. The EGG ROLLS WERE TO DIE FOR. I also loved that I could order a regular drink, mocktail, OR alcoholic beverages (due to the bar beside the restaurant). I can't wait to come back soon.

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Pho King Awesome

I ordered the fried rice today with the pork and an egg roll. The fried rice was very different,…read moreauthentic. I really enjoyed it. The egg roll was cute, tiny and long. Also very good. The staff was very friendly. If you download the app, you get a free side. So make sure you do so! It took about 7-10 mins for the staff to make the food, and you can see through the window that they make it fresh. Very yummy. Portion size is reasonable. Not great but reasonable. Price also is reasonable. Also, a cute food truck. Their pho looks good too. I will definitely try it the next time I catch them!

I expected SO much more than what I was given, not in quantity or amount of food, but the value of…read moremy money and the flavors in the food. The cashier was very friendly and inviting. That was a good start. I ordered an OG Rice and Egg Roll combo. I chose sweet sausage and spicy sauce option for the OG Rice, which is supposed to have scrambled eggs, sausage, and mixed veggies in the fried rice. What I was given was a half pound of fried rice drenched in sriracha with a few peas and paper thin slices of penny sized sausage circle rounds. This was ridiculous. I took a few bites, dug around looking for the eggs, the veggies, and some actual pieces of sausage..and just tossed it. What a shame. How cheap can you be? seriously. This is such a disappointment and just shameful. I paid $17 for my meal and I was given a mound of rice and sriracha? Wow. The egg rolls were alright. small but crunchy shell, and the pork inside was decent. But it did not make up for the fried rice. The owner has been extremely sweet and reached out to me, so I will be happy to give Pho King another try!

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Pho King Awesome

Rice Street Thai

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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Teriyaki Salmon Plate

Vietnamese Delight

3.7

(109 reviews)

8.0 mi

Got on Uber eats. Tried the chef's special with beef. The…read morebroth was really good and I appreciated the addition of the culantro in the herbs they give. Lime was old and peel was browning. Meat was ok but multiple pieces had that hard chewy fat/gristle on it. Not the best quality meat. Irked me that they charged $2 each to add mushrooms and broccoli and it was two white mushrooms sliced up and 4 small broccoli florets.

Came here expecting a sit down restaurant, it is not. Which is okay- We pivoted. The way it works -…read moreOrder online, you drive through (there are a few "restaurants" lined up) and you pick up your food when its ready. Seems simple enough, but the screens there dont work to order and it isnt clear where you pick up your food. When we went to pick it up they seemed confused, after some back and forth we got our food. The pho is honestly pretty good, the experience was not. I would order delivery from here, but avoid going in person.

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Shit

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Chefs Special Flaming Pho Chicken

Lee's Sandwiches

This Lee's location finally had the cookie butter coffee in stock -- so of course I had to try it!…read more Overall, I enjoyed it, but I'd say it's more of a pleasant twist than a game changer. It's the same Vietnamese coffee we all know and love, topped with a cookie butter cold foam and a light dusting of lotus cookie crumbs. My only wish? More crumbs! The coffee itself doesn't seem to have any added flavoring beyond the classic Vietnamese brew, so that first sip tastes nearly identical to the original. To really get the cookie butter experience, you'll want to stir that foam in well, once you do, it does add a nice flavor boost. Still, nothing that'll blow your mind. That said, I'd absolutely order it again, because let's be honest, Vietnamese coffee is a win no matter what. As for the location, it's decent. The tables could use some attention, and there was a bit of an unpleasant smell, though to be fair, there's a noticeable homeless population in the area outside, which may have been a factor. On the bright side, the staff was friendly and efficient. I ordered a regular size cookie crumble coffee for $6.99 and had it in hand within five minutes. Can't complain about that!

I drove 45 minutes to this location specifically for Lee's triple-shot original coffee after…read morespeaking with Loc on the phone. The menu clearly lists it as $7.95 + $1 for a triple-shot concentrate. When I got to the register, I was told it was $12.50 because of a coffee concentrate shortage. If the price had changed, that information should have been disclosed over the phone before I made the drive. I understand shortages happen, but if your prices have changed, update the menu. Advertising one price and charging a significantly higher one without any notice is frustrating and feels misleading. Customers shouldn't have to find out after they've already driven there and are ready to order. To make matters worse, Natalie was sarcastic and rude instead of trying to address the situation professionally. Good customer service goes a long way, especially when there's already confusion about pricing. I've always enjoyed Lee's coffee, but this experience was extremely disappointing. Please either honor the posted price or clearly post a notice so customers know what to expect before ordering. UPDATE: After leaving, I went back inside to ask for the manager's name and planned to purchase the coffee at the $12.50 price so I could provide the receipt to corporate along with a photo of the menu. Nathalie refused to give me the manager's name. She then told me she could no longer sell me the coffee because I was right and they needed to change the prices. If the posted price was incorrect, it should have been corrected before customers were quoted and charged a different amount. Refusing to provide the manager's name and then refusing the sale after acknowledging the pricing issue only made the situation worse.

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Avocado smoothie. Yummy

Lotus Vietnamese Kitchen

5.0

(13 reviews)

8.0 mi

I was craving some Vietnamese food so I ordered lunch through Grubhub and found them! I got the…read moreBanh Mi with Grilled Pork and Tiger Milk with Boba. The Banh Mi was huge! I measured it at 9 inches. And it was beautifully stuffed with ingredients. The bread was nicely toasted but soft on the inside. The meat was tender and full of flavor. Presentation was on point. The Tiger Milk with Boba settled a bit but once you stir it up, it's perfection. There wasn't a picture of it on Grubhub when I ordered it but I feel like it was even better than a normal Tiger Milk at a boba shop. It seemed to be topped with cream foam. I would order this again weekly if I could! But I'd love to try to other menu items. Whoever packed my food also put a kind note on the bag after stapling it.

The food was really amazing really fast service I ordered and it was delivered the restaurant…read moreitself. I have not yet been to but the reviews for it is awesome so I do plan on going to the restaurant and having a dine in night.

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Golden Pho

Best Chinese lunch deals in Norwalk , not only that the food is actually delicious , they have…read moredeals less then $15 that are very affordable and complete with soup and eggroll

My favorite pho restaurant was closed and I was craving pho so I searched on UberEats for nearby…read moresubstitutes. I stumbled upon Golden Pho and decided to give it a shot. My order arrived fairly quickly and in terms of taste, the pho was pretty solid. The broth tasted super meaty but overall the pho was good and I'd probably reorder in the future if I can't find any other good pho spots available.

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60.00 dollars worth? Hell nah!

9. Vietnamese Spring Rolls

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Pho Byob

4.5

(56 reviews)

6.3 mi

If you live in LA you know it's really hard to find good pho, esp in Ktown. But this place is…read morereally good!! I stumbled across pho byob because of a tiktok and I knew it was gonna slap because of the song choice. The owner was really nice, it was my first time and he told me you order upfront and you build your own pho. For pho with one choice of meat it's $15. I got the meat ball (bo vien) pho. First thing I tried was the soup and it was very homey. The owner also gave me complimentary passion fruit juice. It was super tasty, a little on the sweet side but still yummy. The restaurant itself is very cute. I love the decor and there was a wall of Vietnam. Parking is $3 cash valet or you can try to find street parking. It's right next to stagger. Honestly everyone should check out this place. If you're ever sick, hungover, or just want pho come here. Matter of fact get some pho while you get your matcha!

The soup is thin and not too herbal, the noodles break so easily I can't lift it to eat without it…read moreimmediately breaking on my chopsticks, splashing everywhere. Decent amount of brisket but wasn't the best texture or taste. Tough and fishy. The taste is decent and not super oily but not a rich pho flavor. Interior beautiful and feels like a good place to bring a business partner for lunch. Music is not too loud and distracting. Price is comparable to most sit down spots. I like that they have a separate kiosk for to-go orders and they have a garnish bar for onions, limes, etc.

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Stayed overnight to be the 1st customer

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

(65 reviews)

2.3 mi

Pho combination is fireee! Would recommend coming here. I love th deep dish bowl they serve the…read morenoodles with. Light and fresh broth. Bean sprouts, lime and basil and jalapeños come with your order

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!

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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

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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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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