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    Phin Cafe

    4.2 (704 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 6:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Dogs allowed
    Good for working

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    menu (as of July 2026)
    Graschelle H.

    I've only tried their banana matcha so I can't speak to their coffee (which I've heard amazing things about), but this drink in particular is solid! I prefer a little stronger matcha flavor, but the quality was good. The banana cream top didn't taste artificial at all. They also have several seasonal drinks (I want to go back to try the piña colada matcha) and food items. The inside is pretty small, but super aesthetic, clean, quiet, great natural night, and there are several tables. I can envision it being a nice study spot too! I also left with a gift card for my roomie (this is one of her fave matcha spots in South Bay) and the staff member was kind and helpful.

    Puja V.

    Two years later, I'm still impressed by the consistency, service, and quality of the drinks and snacks here. Today I had an iced latte with oat milk and a chicken pastry, and both were great. I stopped by around 9:30 a.m., and it was calm, serene, and quiet. After 12 p.m., it tends to get jam-packed, so I'd definitely recommend going early if you want a more peaceful experience.

    Pandan Coffee
    Jade L.

    I've visited this location of Phin Café a couple times to work from café when visiting the South Bay. It's a great spot with a decent amount of seating and free WiFi. I was drawn to this place because of their speciality drinks, and I especially like the pandan coffee, which comes with a yummy cookie that's hollowed out, so it can be used as a straw to eat the pandan foam.

    Lemon Cream Coffee Pina Colada Matcha
    Miranda L.

    I've been going here regularly as my favorite coffee shop for a while now! Even though I like to try new drinks from here when I see them advertised, I will always be faithful to my one true love, nutella banana coffee. Besides the drinks being amazing, the food is also amazing. I believe we tried the spinach and kale pate chaud, and also the chorizo one. Both were honestly amazing. To be honest, it's a bit pricey for a pastry so small but it is quite filling and I'd like to think it's worth it for the amount of labor that probably goes into making such a small bite absolutely amazing! The ambiance is also quite nice, people there are usually studying so it's quiet and very welcoming I'd say. I love the interior decorations as well because it makes this place feel like it's a separate own thing and not connected to the other stores nearby. I love the classical music covers that they play inside the store as well. The baristas are always nice and willing to help with giving any suggestions and answering questions for when I have/need any. And lastly, the wait time is very reasonably low for the amount of people also ordering. Overall, I love this place and I will continue to be back for that nutella banana coffee. + Phin Cafe and Goodwill makes me genuinely enter flow state

    Lyndsey M.

    I love getting egg coffee here especially when I'm around the area. Egg coffee is my go to and Phin Cafe is one of my favorites for them. I do like my coffee a little darker so here and there I will add an extra shot or ask for less sweet coffee. The staff is patient and super helpful when recommending drinks too. The cafe itself is so cute and my kiddos love it here. They especially enjoy the spam masubis.

    Pandan Matcha ($7)
    John D.

    Café Away A locally-owned specialty café that has seen a lot of success lately, as they've just opened their fourth location in less than four years (circa 2022). They specialize in Asian-style sweetened tea and coffee drinks with some unique flavors like Pandan, Ube, and Egg coffee. They also serve a small selection of bánh mì, musubi, and pastries. The Good: * Large shared parking lot * Online orders and pickup available * Order and pay at the kiosk * Great décor and vibes inside. A great place for studying or just chilling out with a drink. * The Pandan Matcha was still a little too sweet for my liking despite selecting the "less sweet" option, but otherwise it was very good. The Meh: * The bánh mì were just okay. I wouldn't come here specifically for them, but if you happen to be here and you're hungry, they'll get the job done. * No outdoor seating The Ugly: * Located between a Salvation Army and a head shop, this location draws in some suspicious characters just lingering about the lot. Conclusion: Drinks were pretty good, but avoid the sandwiches. I'll probably skip this location and try their newer Campbell location next time, which is closer to home.

    Phin coffee with Xmas decor
    Vivian H.

    I've been hearing about Phin cafe for a few months now but haven't made a dedicated trip to try. Had lunch yesterday in the plaza across the street and saw it was close by!!!! Sunday afternoon around 2pm did not have a line, pretty quiet and empty besides 4-5 people waiting for their drinks. I walked in and was so happy to see a long list of Asian flavored cream topper to their coffeeee!!! I saw that they had durian, pandan, ube and of course egggg. There were more but those flavors stood out to me the most. The only downside is that they don't really tell you the difference between the house coffee or the in-house phin coffee unless you ask the cashier. The house coffee is their regular coffee with a flavor cream topper. The in-house Phin coffee has to be drank in store, comes with their drip coffee with condensed milk, the foam on the side and pieces of toasted baguette to dip and eat with it. After the cofffee is done, you pour into your cup of ice and put the cream top over it. We got the house coffee with durian topper and the Phin coffee with pandan topper. My friend and her bf both got pate chauds-- one sesame and one chicken. Wait time for food and drink was relatively quick. Maybe 5-10 minute or less. My friend mentioned the pate chaud was dry but flavor was ok. The lightly buttered sweet toasted baguette that came with the Phin coffee was also soooooo dry. I tried eating it and I couldn't even finish it, even dipping it in the cream didn't save it The coffee itself was pretty good!! The durian cream is very fragrant and yummy, not too overpowering but good for durian lovers. The pandan cream was also fragrant and had the classic coconut and light vanilla grassy taste. My friend's bf liked their coffee so much, he ordered the coconut one to go for later! Decor was very cute, I love the extra cushions and benches. They decorated it for Christmas so they have a bunch of Christmas display items.

    Irene L.

    Came across Phin Cafe while browsing Yelp for a drink and decided to stop by since it's close to home and the menu looked interesting online. We ordered: - Banana matcha (3/5): The banana flavor was pretty subtle, and while the matcha was decent, it leaned a bit on the grainy side. - Avocado smoothie (4.5/5): You really can't go wrong with this one; smooth, well blended, and perfectly creamy with the milk - Pandan coffee (3/5): The pandan initially tasted quite artificial, but once it was fully mixed into the coffee, it was just okay overall.

    Corn Matcha
    Anh T.

    I ordered Phin Cafe to get me through one of those tired days in the office. I tried a few items and overall had a mixed but pleasant experience. The corn matcha was really good. It was smooth, lightly sweet, and comforting, with a subtle corn flavor that paired nicely with the matcha. The egg coffee was rich, creamy, and well balanced without being overly sweet. Unfortunately, the sticky rice was too hard and dry. I would definitely come back to try more drinks, but probably skip the sticky rice next time.

    Durian coffee and pandan matcha
    Jenny D.

    Durian coffee: 4/5 way better once mixed and some ice has melted. Strong durian flavor in the cream. Pandan matcha: 0/5 the pandan tastes artificial. Really does not taste like pandan anymore. It tasted more like the container it's been sitting in--plastic-y. Matcha tasted grainy. Pass on this. Not as strong as Tram Coffee, which I kinda like. Lots of people ahead of me but didn't even realize because they were all online orders. If you're in a rush, order online!

    Crystal G.

    Coffee was delicious and egg puffs were too. I had the pandan coffee. They give you the option to sub with alternative milk, and decaf if needed. You can use the tablet to order or wait for a staff member. They decorate was cute and holiday themed. When we arrived there was a large table available for our entire group (8 of us). Will go back to try other drinks and food!

    Coffee with matcha cloud
    David W.

    We came here on Christmas morning for our coffee fix. Located in a small strip mall, Phin Cafe is known for their Vietnamese coffee and other Asian inspired drinks. The service is really nice and everyone is friendly. There is ample parking in the strip mall. I went with a coffee latte with matcha cloud topping ($7). I wasn't sure what to expect mixing coffee with matcha, but it came out great. The latte tasted like a normal latte with milk and gave that coffee taste I was looking for. While the matcha cloud was sweet and fluffy, with a hint of bitter matcha flavoring. I loved it! A real match made in heaven. Overall, I'd definitely come back for another round of latte + matcha cloud, or to try something new.

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    Hen A.

    phin cafe is located along blossom hill road in deep south san jose...vietnamese coffee shop serving unique coffee drinks, fruit teas and smoothies from the drink menu....also providing banh mi sandwiches, pandan waffles, musubi and various fried items from popcorn chicken to fries...items looking good...ordered the iced coconut coffee $6.90...$1 tip to make it $7.90 total...didn't realized that coffee and coconut can go so well...topped with cream and shaved toasted coconut shavings...this is a great dessert vietnamese coffee drink...

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    Wonderful atmosphere to chill or do work, friendly staff and great food and drinksssss

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    4 years ago

    I love the egg coffee and my son said they have the best strawberry smoothiewill definitely order more once they reopen soon!

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    Coconut coffee thats all anyone needs to know. Changed my life and now I'm addicted. I only wish it wasn't almost 7 dollars :(

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    The egg coffee was yummy but the banh mi left much to be desired. Although the sandwich was very large, it didn't have much flavor.

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    3 years ago

    vibes immaculate and delicious drinks, wish the pandan and ube had a stronger coffee taste tho!

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    Very much in love with the variety of boba teas at this location. Will gladly come back to try more!

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    4 years ago

    Both the grill pork sandwich and the egg coffee were excellent. The decor is clean and staff are friendly.

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    Amazing drinks and service the egg coffee with the popcorn chicken is the best I'm definitely coming back here

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    Loved their vietnamese egg coffee and pinky guava tea. Ill definitely come back another time

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    Very good service and food. I'd highly recommend the popcorn chicken and the boba green tea.

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    SJ Eggrolls

    4.1
    (244 reviews)
    4.2 mi
    $$
    Family-owned & operated
    Catering service

    Can't even tell you how many times I've been here! This is my go to spot for lunch and dinner…read moretakeout and what I bring to every party. The place is clean, prices are great, food is wonderful, service is quick and efficient if you order in advance enough. I recommend ordering online or calling ahead because they do get pretty busy. It's a small restaurant primarily specializing in take out and catering, that's why they are open so early and close a bit on the earlier side too. I haven't had anything here that I didn't like. Banh Khot is the best I've had, it's insanely crispy and flavorful. The fish sauce is just the way I like it and the veggies are so fresh. It remains crispy even if it's been sitting for a bit (as long as you air it out) and if you reheat it in the air fryer, it's still crisp! The net egg rolls or regular are wonderfully crispy and flavorful. The nem nuong is the best I've had, just like the OG spot in SoCal. The garlic noodles are so chewy and garlicky in the best way. They even have sugar cane juice which is so refreshing to wash everything down. If you're looking for a quick Viet fix this is THE spot to go to. Don't hesitate any further!

    Ordered 6 eggrolls plate and a 8 banh khot plate. Both were crispy and well flavored. Came with all…read morethe usual extras such as lettuce, mints, and fish sauce for dipping. Overall, would come back and highly recommend for friends and family! However, just as a heads up: - they are primarily a to-go / catering place. There are only 4 small tables and your food will come out packaged in takeout containers. Difficult if you are planning to dine in. - call in ahead! They need ~20-30 minutes to deep fry / prepare your food.

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    Banh Khot Plate comes with full veggies, pickled carrots/daikon & dipping sauce
    Banh Khot Plate comes with full veggies, pickled carrots/daikon & dipping sauce
    Net Eggroll Small Plate comes with full veggies, pickled carrots/daikon & sweet fish sauce
    Net Eggroll Small Plate comes with full veggies, pickled carrots/daikon & sweet fish sauce
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    Blue Monkey Cafe & Restaurant

    Blue Monkey Cafe & Restaurant

    3.9
    (518 reviews)
    5.7 mi
    $$

    Had their Hu Tieu Nam Vang dry with soup on the side. For…read moreappetizers, fried egg rolls and banh beo chen. Also had strawberry lemonade. Good Hu Tieu. Broth was not so warm but has such clear clean taste. Can taste the aromatics more than the fish sauce in the broth; had a lot of celery like flavor. There were a couple of ribs in the broth with tender meat attached to it. I got the Nam Vang with egg noodles instead of rice noodles. The seasoning for the noodles had a slightly sweet sauce. Noodles itself was perfectly cooked, slight chew to it and not soggy. The dish had the sweet, salty, savory combo The egg rolls were on the smaller side but tightly packed with delicious ground pork. Crispy outside. Came with the slightly spicy sweet fish sauce with chili. The banh beo chen came in one small plate instead of little dipping sauce plates. It had minced shrimp (more like crumbles), friend pork rinds pieces, and green onions. I like that they used shrimp instead of mung bean paste. The steamed tapioca/rice cake base was also topped with fried pork rinds and fried shallots (tasted like smoky onipn rings). The combination of all the texture and taste was well balanced. Sweet, salty, umami.

    This place does get busy, but we came on a Sunday evening and had no wait at all. It's also a good…read morespot for small or large groups, and I've been back several times. The Bun Cha Ha Noi is fantastic. The pork belly was grilled perfectly, and it came with a huge assortment of veggies, a big bowl of sauce, and a good amount of rice paper. I loved being able to easily dunk everything into the sauce. Even the small portion was enough for 2 people. The Banh Mi Chao Bo Luc Lac was just okay. I liked that the pate was warmed up with the rest of the dish, and the beef cubes were well seasoned, but they could have been more tender. We also got the fried chicken wings in garlic fish sauce. The flavor on the outside was great, but the breading was a bit dense and the inside needed more flavor. The service was great and they checked on us several times. There is also lots of blue monkey decor throughout to live up to the name.

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    Banh Cuon Bun Moc Ong Ta

    Banh Cuon Bun Moc Ong Ta

    4.3
    (437 reviews)
    5.7 mi
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    banh cuon is one of my favorite Vietnamese dishes, and I've had a fair share in my lifetime, and…read morethis place has literally the BEST banh cuon I've ever had! Banh cuon Dac biet 1000/10 - it's freshly made you can just tell. It comes with the meat filled one and the shrimp one, and let me tell you, the rice flour roll itself is so flavorful, soft and silky. I've truly never had anything like it. They put a generous amount of meat inside this banh cuon and it complements so well with the fried shallots. Bun rieu 9/10 - the soup was so umami and flavorful, they included a big crab ball inside with tons of tofu and noodles, portions in this dish are generous as well. I think the main star dish here is the banh cuon though It only took me so long to try because every time I come, there's always a super long line but luckily today there was no wait! This place has been on my radar for 4 years! They also cater so if I ever just want to eat banh cuon in the comfort of my home I might just order a big platter to eat and share with my friends!

    Came to this place as my second lunch of the day and here are my thoughts:…read more Food: Banh Cuon Dac Biet (10/10) - The dish came with a generous assortment of rice rolls filled with pork and shrimp, along with shrimp and sweet potato fritters, Vietnamese ham/cold cuts, bean sprouts, cucumbers, shallots, and an egg roll. The rice rolls were fresh, flavorful, and delicious. My favorite was the shrimp-filled rolls. I wasn't a huge fan of the fried fritters, which tasted a little old and stale. They also offer a self-serve dipping sauce, which I loved because I'm a saucy person and usually like to drown my rolls in fish sauce. The portion was very generous, easily enough to share! Service: The staff was quick and efficient in bringing out our food. Payment was also easy and convenient at the counter. Ambiance: Located in Vietnam Town, the restaurant is surrounded by plenty of other delicious food spots to explore. The space was clean and spacious, with both indoor and outdoor seating available Overall, the food was excellent! Bánh cuốn is definitely an underrated Vietnamese dish and well worth trying.

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    Hue Restaurant

    Hue Restaurant

    4.1
    (1.6k reviews)
    4.1 mi
    $$

    I came with some friends to try out most of the apps and dishes…read more First, the cleanliness of the restaurant was superb. There was a high customer turnover in the restaurant which was excellent for our big group. There were multiple staff available for any requests we may have had. Second, all of the appetizers were delectable and light. I really enjoyed the Banh Ram It and the Banh Bot Loc the most. These are definitely worth a try. I have tried the Banh Xeo before and had I not ordered so much for the table, I would have ordered it this time. It's crisp, light, refreshing, and filling enough for two people. Third, the Hue specials are a must try. The Bun Bo Hue and the Mi Quang were standouts for our table. This is a fantastic spot to come and try with a group of people. The prices were fair and worth every penny.

    Needed a quick soup fix and Hue was a successful choice. I came on a Tuesday evening at 7PM. This…read moreSilver Creek plaza parking lot can definitely get super crowded during weekends, but it wasn't too bad on a weekday night. The restaurant was relatively full, but people come and go quickly, so we were still able to get seated right away. You're able to order through your phone, so you can order as soon as you're ready. We got our food around 15 minutes after we ordered. I got the Bun Bo Hue, while my friend got a vegetarian option. The broth was warm and soothing, and the rice noodles were chewy. I was surprised to see that the dish didn't have pork blood in it, but the meat was fresh and tender regardless. And hey, a $14.50 bowl is hard to come by these days. The menu is quite vast, so I definitely need to explore more options like the banh xeo. But the bun bo hue hits the spot!

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    Bun Bo Hue An Nam

    Bun Bo Hue An Nam

    4.1
    (2.4k reviews)
    5.5 mi
    $$

    No place has seen me more hungover than Bun Bo Hue An Nam. After a night out, or whenever I'm…read morecraving something comforting, this is always my go-to spot. I usually order their Bun Bo Hue in a large size so I can enjoy some at the restaurant and still have leftovers to take home later. Service is always quick--you get seated right away, and someone usually takes your order within a minute or two. The food comes out fast, hot, and fresh every time. No matter what time of day I visit, there are always people eating here, which speaks for itself. The broth is incredibly flavorful while still being light and aromatic. Combined with the variety of toppings and fresh vegetables, it's hard not to dig in the moment it hits the table (as you can probably tell from the photo, lol). The restaurant has plenty of seating, making it a great place to bring family and friends. When you're finished eating, you simply walk up to the counter, tell them your table number, and pay. Just keep in mind that they only accept cash or debit cards. If you're looking for a comforting bowl of Bun Bo Hue, especially on a rough morning after a night out, this is definitely the place to go. I will always come back here.

    Bun Bo Hue An Nam seemed to be a popular spot for bún bò Huế in San Jose, so I was excited to try…read moreit. Unfortunately, the service was not very welcoming--the staff came across as blunt, impatient, and at times rude--but I could have overlooked that if the food had fully lived up to the hype. The broth made a good first impression and clearly included many of the right spices, although it was also quite salty. As I got further into the bowl, however, the flavor started to feel flat and lacked the rich, slow-simmered depth I expect from a restaurant that specializes in this dish. It tasted more heavily seasoned than deeply developed, so experienced bún bò Huế fans may find it underwhelming. The meat was also not as tender as I would have liked, and the congealed blood--usually my favorite part--was overcooked and dry rather than smooth and tender. The visible holes suggested it may have been cooked too quickly at too high a temperature. Overall, the meal was decent and had some good flavors, but the broth, meat, and service did not meet my expectations. I can understand why it is popular, but I would probably try another bún bò Huế spot next time.

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    Bun Bo Hue An Nam
    Bun bo hue $18.25
    Bun bo hue $18.25
    Bun bo hue $18.25

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    Bun bo hue $18.25
    Vit Dong Que

    Vit Dong Que

    4.2
    (369 reviews)
    5.7 mi
    $$

    this place is such comforting food for me. my parents have been taking me since i was young, and…read morethis is our go-to for this particular viet dish called bún măng vịt, which is vermicelli noodles, duck meat, and bamboo shoots! bún măng vịt - i loooove the sauce they have here. you put a bit in the soup but careful to not too much since it could get salty, and i love dipping my chicken/duck into the sauce!! the sauce really does complete this dish. i really appreciate that you can ask for more sauce for free any time. inside is colorful and is what you can expect from a little asian restaurant. we came at 1pm on a sunday and it was pretty busy, so the staff took a bit of time to take our orders and provide water. parking can be tough since the lot for this particular area is small, so i just park in the plaza next to it.

    I'm a bit conflicted about this place. The restaurant is small and not very fancy, but the food is…read moreaffordable, the portions are generous, and the taste is good. It's not outstanding, but it's definitely enjoyable. Unfortunately, the service ruined the experience. As soon as I sat down, I hadn't even had a chance to look through the whole menu before the server kept touching my shoulder and repeatedly pressured me to order. I found it very rude and uncomfortable because I really don't like strangers touching me. The older lady did it to everyone in our table, and she didn't seem to realize she was making our entire group uncomfortable, and it affected our whole dining experience. So, would I come back? Absolutely not. One visit was more than enough. I'm not willing to deal with that kind of pushy service again.

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    Bun Bo Hue - $18.5
    Bun Bo Hue - $18.5
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