Called in last minute to make reservation, was so nice to get the table ready for me within 40…read moreminutes for 7 people. Ordered pho, shaking beef, banh xeo, and others that I could not remember. Their pho was good, big portion and full of meat. Unfortunately the sirloin was overcooked and the other parts of the meat have too much fats in them, so it was down on the score. Their shaking beef was also meh, very thin and overly sweet, probably not their strongest dish. Banh xeo was full of meat and fillings, but not particularly crispy. All in all, it was tasty but only lacking a bit here and there. Their service was pretty good though. Their restaurants are also huge, which is a plus.

I was a big fan of this place when it first opened and used to rave about their pho. Unfortunately,…read moremy visit on 5/2 was a huge letdown. From the moment I walked in, the service began with a bad start. The staff were chatting and joking behind the counter and too distracted to notice me. I had to grab a menu myself and ask in a loud tone if I could sit anywhere just to get their attention. Once seated, it took nearly 10 minutes for a server to come by. I ordered a boba drink and pho with brisket. The server returned after another 8 minutes to say they were out of both the boba flavor I wanted and the brisket. After I reordered, the replacement boba arrived extremely sweet -- basically tasted like watered-down sugar syrup with almost no tea flavor. The pho was even more disappointing.. the broth was watery and bland, there was very little beef, and the bowl was light on noodles and toppings. It felt like a shadow of what they used to serve. It's sad to see a spot that was once one of the best pho places in Salinas (in my opinion) decline this sharply. The restaurant was unusually empty, and the few other customers looked just as unimpressed. I understand rising food and restaurant operating costs, but cutting quality this much will only drive more people away. I rarely leave negative reviews and I don't consider myself to be such a picky eater, but this experience was genuinely disappointing. I'm not sure I'll be back.

We stopped here on our way south for lunch. We love PHO and we moved to Tennessee so we don't get…read moresuper authentic PHO. It was the best PHO I think I have had. We both had the brisket and it was soooo tender. I highly recommend if you are looking for delicious PHO! I also had an iced Vietnamese coffee with boba and it was perfect! Strong but not too strong.

Look! Never judge a book by its cover. I tried it the first time this hole in wall Chinese /…read moreVietnamese cuisine is a delight the price is affordable plus it's delicious. The owners are accommodating & very nice. Spoke to the owner he told me they have been in business for 28 years! WOW! I will definitely comeback for more deliciousness. Support local businesses they're the best.

Same order, different year! Service is fast and place is clean. Best pho broth in Salinas…read more I'm lowkey mad they don't sell chow fun noodles anymore, but hopefully they bring it back.

Order #26 "Egg Roll: choice tofu" vermicelli noodles. Received this order without an egg roll…read more Called the restaurant and the gentleman that answered said this order did not come with an egg roll. The "actual" choices are Pork egg roll, veggie egg roll, OR tofu (without an egg roll). I informed the gentleman that this was misleading. Instead of trying to make things right, he just continued to argue with me. As for the flavor of this dish...bland. This place needs better customer service and flavor.

We've been coming here since 2018, and it continues to be one of our favorite places to eat. The…read morefood is consistently delicious, the servers are always friendly and attentive, and the overall experience keeps us coming back year after year. One thing to know--this place gets very busy, especially during peak hours, so be prepared for a wait. But trust me, it's absolutely worth it. The quality of the food and service makes every minute and every dollar worthwhile. My personal favorite is the fried catfish plate. It's so good that I have to order it every single time we visit! Crispy, flavorful, and always cooked perfectly. If you're looking for great food, excellent service, and a restaurant that's worth the wait, this is the place. Highly recommended!

I'd give this 3.5 stars. I'm picky about Vietnamese food, being Vietnamese. There's not a ton of…read moreoptions in the area but this place was fairly good. Fairly busy, great service. Good pho, bun thit nuong. Vietnamese coffee was legit!

Stopped in for a quick bite…read more The rare beef pho was decent. I wish the broth was richer but it is the best I've had in Salinas. The beef was very good too, thin and tasty! They graciously remade the jasmine milk tea because it was way too sweet the first time! They redid it at 50% and it was perfect. Also I appreciate that the tea is actual brewed tea and not powder! My son devoured the chicken fried rice! I must admit it was delicious! It came out piping hot and freshly made. The waitress let me know that next time I could request veggies or extra broth since I don't eat the noodles. Overall - 4/5 and we'll definitely be back

Amazing experience food was phenomenal as well as their drinks. Service was amazing and the owner…read morewas one of a kind will definitely be stopping again only gave five stars because that's the most amount they let me give amazing once again amazing place

Another great places for. My current obsession.... Bobby teas and Snow teas and slushes!!!!!…read moreI went to this place after being recommended by a girl who was ringing me up at Vallarta Market.... She saw me buying a canned Bobba tea and said she was a Boba lover too and asked if I'd f tried Chopstix.... I knew I had to go there!!!!After arriving too late on my first two attempts, I was so excited to finally have the time to stop by Northridge early enough to make it there with time to spare for Bobba drinks!!!! Yes, I say drinks because I can never pick just one with the huge menu of already tempting flavors.... But you can even mix a few different flavors together to create your own favorite customer drink!!! As usual, I couldent decide what to order, but thank goodness for the manager, Essie, , who is always super sweet and friendly, not to mention helpful in making suggestions.... Saying what would go together and what might not work out as well.... The first time, I think I ordered the Black tea milk tea drink with the Tiramasu Foam and it was DELICOUS!!!!! I also ordered a Taro milk tea to bring to my granddaughter , but sadly for her, I didn't get to give it to her because she felll asleep before I could get there so I had no choice to drink it myself as well.... Both of these drinks were so delicious!!!! Sweet and creamy with melt in your mouthBobba balls and the Tiramasu Foam was a delicious choice for an add on!!!! I knew I'd be back!!! Next time I ordered a Cantelope Snow Tea which is a slush but they add milk.... This was delicious !!!! The last time I went, I ordered a Grape slush, and that's the only one I didn't really care for so much, but that's ok cuz I know all the other ones are a hit!!! I love Chopstix, their atmosphere is clean and friendly and comfortable and inviting and their Bobba menu has just about any flavor and style you could ever.even imagine.... Prices are comparable to all the other Bobba tea places I've visited and stafff is friendly and proffesional .... Try them... you'll be glad you did!!!!

The best boba in Salinas, I have been faithful to honey berry for years but was in the mall area…read moreand gave it a try and I will never go elsewhere.

8.8/10 Ordered pho…read moretai, spring rolls, and bun bo hue--l, definitely hit the spot for Vietnamese comfort food. Starting with the pho tai, the broth was light, fresh, and super flavorful. Noodles were cooked perfectly, and the steak was tender with no complaints at all, just a really solid bowl of pho. The spring rolls were fresh and well-made, paired nicely with the peanut sauce. Simple but done right. Tried bun bo hue for the first time and was pleasantly surprised. The spicy lemongrass broth had great depth without being too heavy or overly citrusy. Loved the mix of beef and pork, it made the dish feel hearty but still balanced. Only minor downside was the noodles, I personally prefer thinner ones, but that's just preference. Overall, everything was great. I was feeling a bit under the weather, and this meal definitely helped, light, comforting, and satisfying. Service was fast, the restaurant was clean, and it had a quiet, relaxing atmosphere.

I've enjoyed the food and value here many times, but I've decided to move on. Unfortunately, the…read morecleaning habits are a consistent issue; they often use very harsh-smelling chemicals or mops that leave an unpleasant odor throughout the dining area while people are eating. The service also feels unwelcoming at times, particularly from the owner lady, which seems reflected in the frequent changes in wait staff. I'd love to keep supporting the business for the food, but the overall experience has become too hit-or-miss to return.

9.5/10 Absolutely…read moreamazing, hands down the best Thai food in Salinas! We ordered the Pad Thai, Panang Curry, and Nam Sai, and every dish hit in its own way. Starting with the Pad Thai, we ordered it with beef and it was easily the star of the meal. Perfectly cooked soft noodles with a savory, slightly sweet sauce that was incredibly well balanced. The beef was tender and flavorful, and the addition of diced nuts added a great crunch and texture that tied everything together beautifully. The Panang Curry was also excellent. Rich, creamy, and full of flavor. It came with chicken, green beans, and bell peppers, all of which tasted fresh and perfectly cooked with a nice bite. The curry sauce was smooth and comforting, soaking into the dish incredibly well. A must-order for curry lovers. Lastly, the Nam Sai reminded us a lot of pho. On its own, it was a bit light and lacked salt, but once we added our own seasonings, it really came alive. After adjusting it to taste, it was delicious, comforting, and perfect for warming up. Service was fast and efficient, and the restaurant was clean and well kept. The ambiance was beautiful. A very nice, welcoming spot to enjoy a meal.

We've eaten here multiple times, but this time left disappointed…read more. We were sat quickly and given menus, but took our waiter quite some time to come get orders which included drinks/order together. I was in the mood for soup and had their Tom Kha a few times so originally thought about ordering that, but decided to try their Tiew Tom Yum. Mistake. My guy ordered the pork Pad Thai, and we also shared a Thai fried rice. We ordered tea, but the waiter forgot the sugar caddy we requested and didnt see him until the food arrived about 20 or so minutes later. We had some requests for side items, etc and he brought everything immediately, but didnt come back to check on us until quite some time where I had almost decided my fate of struggling through my horrible soup. It was the most sour of sour soups I've ever had. Neither one of liked it. When the waiter came around and asked about our meals expressed how much I didn't care for it, and the sour was off putting. He offered the coconut soup, which I believed was Tom Kha. When the soup was dropped off I asked for a to go container as we were done with the rest of our meals almost at that point. Again, that soup came out with an overwhelming sour flavor. Thankfully the Thai rice was delicious, so I ate the rest of that. We didnt see our server again until we were standing up ready to walk up to the front as he was the only server running around, and had one table in the place. I brought up the fact that that soup did not taste like Tom Kha, was it a different version of coconut soup? He asked the cook and she said was the same as Tom Kha. At this point we were tired and decided to go, deciding not to come back for soup ever again. Possibly, not to return in general as were irritated. Our server wasn't horrible, was very polite and was running around, however as so many servers tend to do had a one track mind only focusing on one table at a time instead of circulating his section. As a patron I don't feel like you should ever wait so long to get the check and cash out or not be checked in on more frequently.