Vox Kitchen has a very nice dining area, but I've only ordered for take-out when visiting. My…read morefavorite dish is the Saltado with a protein. It's crispy fries, protein, some veggies, and rice; comes with this absolutely delicious green sauce that I pretty much want to drink (it's that good). Highly recommend! They do take-out here very well -- they bag everything super tightly for transport.

Second time coming here, it's been a while since my first visit. Service was really good and…read moreattentive but all their food tastes similar and really saucey. Beef congee was a little over the top but if you like a lot of toppings and a lot of beef, this is for you. Lomo saltado came with like 6 pieces of beef. Is that the norm? Overall nice upbeat venue.

Food, service and the location is great. Would recommend this place. The owner is always there…read more She's so sweet and remember your order.

Always decent food. Few options for vegetarian I got fried…read morerice with fried Tofu. Portion size was decent. I didn't finish all of it. The service is usually pretty fast as well. We went on a Friday at lunch and did t have to wait.

I've had their famous grilled pork spring rolls at parties and what not, but this was my first time…read moreeating at the actual restaurant. I didn't realize it was near so many other popular Asian spots like Vox Kitchen and Airoma. The restaurant is very spacious and has a little bakery area in the front. There are lots of tables and they can easily accommodate big groups. We started with grilled pork ($11.40/ 4 rolls) and shrimp spring rolls ($12.40/ 4 rolls). It was my first time trying the shrimp ones and I liked them just as much as the pork. We also got the Luna Rice Cakes with Shrimp ($18.95) which were so cute and tasted good too. For my main, I ordered the Shaken Beef with Garlic Noodle ($26.95). It had a good amount of beef, but could have used more noodles. The filet mignon beef was tender and very flavorful. It was a pretty good first experience. The service was quick although they didn't check up on us much or refill our waters. I'm not an expert on Vietnamese food but we enjoyed what we had.

What is going on?? Shrinkflation?!…read more The weather in OC has been so hot lately, and because of that, I had no idea what to eat for lunch. I decided to go with one of my favorite dishes from Brodard--the shrimp paste spring rolls. But when they arrived, I couldn't believe how small and thin the shrimp paste was! It was so thin that I could barely taste it. I've always loved these spring rolls, but this time, I was honestly disappointed. What happened, Brodard? Is this shrinkflation? No, thank you, I will be going somewhere else for springrolls from now on. It's not worth the price!

Delicious bowls of pho with consistently well-balanced broth and generous portions of tender meat…read more They also offer a side bowl of oxtail at an incredible price, which makes this spot feel even more special and worth the visit. When I arrived with my family, there was already a lineup and a waitlist board hanging by the door. I recommend stopping by to add your name before searching for parking so you can save yourself some waiting time. A huge recommendation if you're looking for a satisfying bowl of pho in Westminster!

Phở 79 is a true Orange County institution that has been serving the community for years, and it's…read moreeasy to see why there is almost always a line out the door. Be prepared: this place is incredibly popular, especially during peak hours. Parking can definitely be challenging because of how busy it is. The last time I visited on a Monday, the lot was completely full, and I ended up parking on the street. The restaurant is also primarily cash only, so come prepared. They open early, making it a perfect breakfast spot for an early bowl of pho. The pho broth is exactly what I want when I'm craving comfort food--clean, flavorful, and incredibly soothing. However, the star of the meal for me was the chả giò. Wow. Although they arrived after our pho, they came out at the perfect temperature. I was hesitant to take a bite right away because freshly fried food usually burns my mouth, but these were just right. Crispy, airy, savory, and absolutely delicious. Paired with their fish sauce, it was perfection. I enjoyed the egg rolls so much that next time I'm definitely ordering the egg roll vermicelli bowl. Service was friendly and prompt despite how busy it was, and it's clear the staff works hard to keep things moving. One thing I love is seeing all of the awards and accolades displayed on the walls. Phở 79 received the prestigious James Beard America's Classics Award, and it's easy to understand why after one meal here. This restaurant is truly an Orange County icon. The restaurant will soon be moving to a new location, as signs throughout the restaurant announce the upcoming move. While I'll miss the original spot, I'm excited for the new space--hopefully with more parking! Some places are worth the wait, and Phở 79 is absolutely one of them.

Was in town for a wedding and wanted to get all the Vietnamese food I could get while I'm in the…read morearea! I can never find snails or "oc" in Colorado so I was so happy to come to Oc & Lau! My family had really great things to say about it and they did not disappoint! My favorites were the snails in coconut sauce and the snails in tamarind sauce. Space was very clean and the staff is constantly running around making sure everybody is happy and doesn't need anything which is great for my family cause they always want something lol! Make sure to join the waitlist EARLY if you want to eat at a reasonable time. Our table of 8 waited about 90 mins for a table but luckily you can join right here on the Yelp app! I can't wait to come back when I'm visiting family. I'm drooling just thinking about it

Have been here three times and every single time I've enjoyed it very much…read more We always have the Chilean sea bass hot pot and grilled king scallop. The your dishes, we mix it up to try new things. All is so good! The service is good. Dishes come out fast and accurate. Very lively restaurant, since it's always busy. Bright and clean restaurant, very important.

Lately I've been exploring Vietnamese food and when I looked at Nguyen's Kitchen's menu, I was…read moreintrigued by some of their menu items, so I decided to go check them out. I was meeting my foodie friend there at 12:30. The parking lot has limited space, which made it an extra challenge to park. Thankfully I only had to circle the block once to come back and snag a spot. (Meanwhile, my friend got there before me and was already enjoying an appetizer). Orders are placed at the counter and they call your number once your food is ready. The dining room consists of mostly booth seating with one "communal" table, and counter seating with 5ish chairs. There are also a handful of tables set outside. I've really been enjoying banh mi and their Bulgogi beef sandwich sounded great. I also happen to have a thing for popcorn chicken, so I got an order of that to round out my lunch. Oh, and based on the rave reviews I've read about their peach & lychee green tea, I ordered one of those as well. Let me just say, lunch was very satisfying! The sandwich was generously filled the fresh ingredients and the meat to veggie ratio was perfect. I'm not sure what the green sauce was that they finished the sammie off with but it was SO tasty!! I requested the popcorn chicken with medium heat and it was just spicy enough to leave my tongue tingling slightly. My friend saved an egg roll for me and it was also really good. (The tea by the way was very refreshing.) Now, this was my first time here but I never saw anyone come out to check the dining room or wipe down the tables after the lunch rush. This was especially concerning to me because they had a guy doing work on the windows who put his feet/ shoes on the tables right under said windows. Ewww. But aside from the parking challenge and the table hygiene/cleanliness, our visit was quite enjoyable and the food was very good. We would definitely return, but we'll have to plan around the lunch rush!

I was really looking forward to trying the crawfish pasta, and the portion was generous with plenty…read moreof crawfish and sausage. The presentation was nice, but unfortunately, the sauce was way too salty for my taste. I usually eat less salt, so the saltiness really overpowered the other flavors and made it difficult to enjoy the dish. Overall, it had potential, but I think the sauce could use a lot less salt to let the crawfish and other ingredients shine.

The noodles have soaked up too much soup and too salty…read moreUsually very good . But not today. Hoeever services are good.

I accidentally made reservations to the wrong location but thought no biggie since it's the same…read moresame. Man, was I wrong. The prices seem a bit higher at this location and the food was definitely not as good. The famous nem rolls - seems smaller and way pricier. Catfish sizzling plate - awful and over fried. No flavor and the accompanying shrimp paste sauce was nasty. Ban xeo - not good, soggy and tasteless Ban Khot/moon cakes - this was good but we only got 7 pieces when most photos show 8 Shaken beef with garlic noodles - good but thought it was a touch on the salty side Seafood pot - not good. All the seafood was overcooked. The seafood comes on a bed of fried rice. Pork chop and fried shrimp cake broken rice - pretty good, the pork chops were a little tough though. Shrimp and crab glass noodles - by far my favorite of the night. Flavorful and perfect texture. Unfortunately this location does not compare to the original one in terms of quality and taste. So much room for improvement and I truly hope they get there!

I love Garlic and Chives! It's a family style type of restaurant so definitely bring everyone so…read moreyou can try everything on the menu. This establishment is located in a plaza with ample parking. What we got: - Baked clams - my mom and dad like seafood, and they approve - Deep fried calamari - my partner likes calamari, and he approves - Grilled pork spring rolls - pretty good, though I don't think I would get it again because the pork was a bit dry - Salmon belly spring rolls - wow I would definitely get this again next time, even if it's a bit pricey! the salmon belly is so buttery and soft - Grilled filet mignon or pork vermicelli bowl - family friend ordered this since she wasn't too familiar with Viet cuisine; I'd say this is a safe option if you're not used to Vietnamese food - Beef chow fun - the noodles are so crunchy and doesn't soak up the sauce/soup at the bottom too much thankfully so it wasn't too soggy. The veggies were cooked and seasoned well, but I wish there was a bit more beef on this dish Everything was delicious and it's a good restaurant to take my picky parents to if we want to have a nicer sit down family dinner. The restaurant was clean and the service was good!

I'm a few years late to the hype, but I've finally eaten at Garlic and Chives! It looks like they…read morehad a Michelin Star in 2022, 2021, and 2019. The restaurant was nearly empty for a Friday mid-afternoon, so service was very quick. The menu has a lot of items, so as a first timer here it took me a while to decide on what I wanted to get! What we got: -$7 Salmon belly roll: this dish stood out the most to me with the piping hot, glistening, crispy salmon skin. I loved the crunch when biting into the roll! The fresh veggies helped balance the flavors as well. The portion was very small though- only two rolls! -$16 Garlic noodles: delicious and garlicky, but very oily. The shrimp were big, but slightly overcooked, so they were dry. -$15 Bo ne: a childhood classic! Dip the banh mi in the egg, or layer on a bit of everything in the banh mi for a hearty bite. The steak was juicy and easy to cut. I liked the spicy links which added more flavor to the meal. Overall, I enjoyed each dish. The flavors are all very familiar with what I ate growing up. Parking is very easy as well since the restaurant is in a huge plaza.

Came here again with relatives. It's great to have a big group to be seated together along the…read morewall. They are very nice and would give you things you asked of. Picture of Pan friend noodle with chay sauce on the bottom for non beef eaters. Large Beef bone soup should have 3 bones. 2 already moved to the plate on the side. Looks like the small bowl would get 2 bones. Really like their pho!!! It tasted as good when reheated. Highly recommended.

I really don't like leaving 1-star reviews, but unfortunately, my experience here was bad enough…read morethat I feel I have to. I was initially won over by the 2,000+ reviews, so I decided to give this place a try. The service was okay, but the overall atmosphere was very much a hole-in-the-wall type of place -- not particularly clean, inviting, or aesthetic. I ordered the pho ga (chicken), and the chicken came separately on a plate in large pieces. I had to use my utensils to pull it apart, as I assumed it would already be cut up, in my bowl and ready to eat. My fiancé ordered a beef rice plate, which he said was pretty underwhelming and lacked flavor. Unfortunately, the biggest issue came after we left. Almost immediately, I started feeling extremely sick. My body tends to react to food pretty quickly, so I knew something was wrong. I had my fiancé rush me back to my apartment, where I ended up getting violently sick and spending the next few hours throwing up and repenting on the toilet. I stopped going to hole-in-the-wall places years ago, but because of all the great reviews, I decided to give this one a chance. Needless to say, I learned my lesson and won't be coming back.

Another great meal. Got the bun 35 noodle dish with sautéed beef tofu egg roll bean sprouts…read morescallions peanuts, and vegan fish sauce. Very clean and light. The chicken lemongrass was very flavorful with a side of black rice and house salad. For dessert, we began with the chocolate chilled cake. It was amazing so good. We got a second that was called the scotch on the rocks chilled as well both excellent. Recommend this place for a delicious, clean meal.

Au Lac is the cream of the crop, the teets, if you will, of vegan Thai cuisine. All of the flavors…read moreand none of the fish sauce. But you do smell it, that stench of delicious fermented vinegar and sweet, warm aroma of southeast exoticism. The food comes out fast and hot. The tea is steeped properly and the longer it sat, the more flavor there was, the sooner it goes. I can't wait to return and make my way down all the menu items preferably 3 times over before the restaurant knows my name.