My daughter and I were on our way to Oakland Airport with a rental car. There's a cheap Arco gas…read morejust around the corner and it's close to the Oakland Airport so we came here for lunch. I was going to get Pho but the Bun Rieu looked pretty appealing and it's not a usual item to be offered so I opted for Bun Rieu. My daughter got garlic noodles with beef instead. Both items were very good and filling. I like the fact that I can choose the size of my Bun Rieu as most places only offer one size and it's usually for Pho rather than Bun Rieu. Might try their Bun Bo Hue next time. The place gets pretty packed around lunch time so it's a good sign that it's a popular joint for lunch. We arrived just after 12pm. If we were a little later, we might not get a table at all. There was plenty of parking in the strip mall. There's a cheap gas Arco just around the corner.

I've been wanting to try this place for quite a while, but every visit ended the same way. The…read moreparking lot was so packed that I couldn't find a space, so I'd just give up and leave. This visit was finally my lucky day, and I'm glad I stuck with it because it was worth the wait. The restaurant was clean, welcoming, and had a comfortable atmosphere. The staff greeted us with a smile, answered our questions, and were friendly throughout the visit. I ordered a bowl of pho with a side of spring rolls, and both were delicious. Everything tasted fresh, the flavors were well balanced, and the portions were satisfying without feeling overly heavy. One feature I really appreciated was the ability to choose from a small, medium, or large bowl. It's a nice option whether you're looking for a lighter lunch or a hearty meal. There are still several menu items I'd like to try, so I'll definitely be back. My only suggestion is to be patient if you're driving because parking can be a challenge during busy times. Once you get inside, though, the food and service make it well worth the effort.

Food amazing, customer service amazing it was quick if you're looking for quality food definitely…read morecheck it out one of the best pho I've tried.

Oooo we came in a good day! The combo pho had very tender meat and the broth was so soothing…read more The banh mi had crispy meat and the vermicelli with grilled pork and egg roll were all so well made. This place continues to impress and would be the best place to get party trays from too!

We ordered our drinks and sandwiches to-go. We ordered the lemongrass tofu and chicken banh mi. The…read morebread was fresh and good. Although the tofu was a little dry and lacked some flavor (had to use sriracha), the chicken banh mi was flavorful and well done, though there was quite a bit of chicken. The fruity matcha with boba was also pretty good as was the Vietnamese coffee, though the coffee was on the strong side. They also sell sesame balls, French bread, and other baked goods as well. We recommend ordering ahead since there is a good amount of people coming in each morning. They take phone and online orders. This is a nice sandwich spot and they have 3 round tables with 4 seats and 4 rectangle tables with 4 seats or so. There is plenty of seating to go around.

Located on a corner in a non descript strip mall, La Ca Bakery & Cafe shares a storefront with…read moreMochinut donuts. The inside interior design is something more akin to a 7/11 grocery store, with a wide countertop displaying colorful and tasty looking Mochinut donuts with the back area for food options. The space is peppered with some two or three person tables as well, with a small display shelf helping to delineate where the line to the cashier starts. Regarding the viet coffee, this one was particularly strong, with a definite higher proportion of coffee to condensed milk that doesn't offend but also risks being a bit TOO strong (wild to say that when all viet coffee at its core is strong). Overall, it's conveniently located, but I think I might prefer to go further south for something with a more balanced taste profile.

Can't believe I didn't do a review for them before the fire. The place and parking lot itself was…read morequite small. It was always packed with people dining. We came here to grab dinner. They were busy as usual so we ordered to go. We ordered a grilled pork banh mi, grilled chicken banh mi, banh cuon, and grilled pork rice plate. Everything was very tasty and delicious. A favorite for Vietnamese food in the area that's for sure. Can't wait til they open their new location soon. Even tho it won't be in CV..I don't mind driving to the Stack. I still need to try their other items including their pho.

Was feeling under the weather after a week of traveling so I decided to take a trip to my favorite…read morepho spot, pho auntie 7. My bf and I came an hour before closing and it was packed, but were able to get a seat as soon as we walked in. They have plenty of seating for large groups or smaller parties. The food here never disappoints! Ordered the large rare beef pho with extra beef on the side, the shrimp spring rolls and the fried potstickers. The pho is the best I've ever had. The broth is flavorful and seasoned to perfection. The soup is packed with meat and noodles. The spring rolls are fresh, the ingredients they use really make a difference in quality of the food. The fried potstickers are crunchy and delicious and the sauce they paired it with was sweet and balanced the flavor of the potstickers. Even though it was busy, the kitchen was quick and we had our food within minutes of ordering. This place has so much more than pho, I'll be back to try more from their extensive menu!

A fantastic find! Came to Hayward for marketplace pickup and met up with friends who live in the…read morearea. They never went to Le Paradis and we wanted to go somewhere our baby would enjoy - hence - noodle soup and Vietnamese food came to mind. Alas we got here and the parking lot in the back was empty... we walked in and it was empty and this lovely lady greeted us and told us to sit wherever we wanted and moved flowers aside to give us the bigger table. They had high chairs which was great! Divey vibes with display cases of baked goods and some potted flowers and plants - cozy! My hubs looked at the menu and made eye contact with our friends and said "uhoh - all english menu has me nervous. Pretty Empty. Nervous." Then the lady who greeted us - she joyfully came out with a bowl of chicken pho and noodles for our baby and said "I take your order but baby can eat first!" - she was so thoughtful and sweet and the bowl was perfect! Bits of chicken and noodles and clear broth... my baby loved it! She took our orders and the food came! I got the BanhXeo and it was big and full of chicken and some shrimps some sprouts and onions and the crepe had such great coconut flavor and texture. My hubs liked his Bun Bo Hue and our friends enjoyed the vermicelli noodle dish as well. As we sat and enjoyed the goodness of our meal that was when the traffic steadily moved through - saw about 7 to 8 different folks walking in and making orders and waiting for their meal and leaving - and some pick ups. It turned out to be a very busy restaurant. The kind lady - she then came back to our table after the dinner rush of to go orders were through - she chatted our table up some and she was telling us that she was the baker and gave us a small bag of macaroons. Her name is Alice and she is so kind. She mentioned that lunch can be very very busy because of the workforce coming through - but I'm glad we were there for dinner and got a nice laugh and conversation with her... the outside was filled with pots of flowers and plants lined along the parking lot and she had some outdoor cats just nestled in the plants. A lovely experience. Her macaroons were so yummy too! We will definitely keep in mind coming here when we're in the area!

It's been a long while since my last visit so taking food delivery to try their food again was my…read moreopportunity. I have been craving for banh seo (crepe) and few places offer it. So today was my lucky day. My order consists of fresh spring roll of grilled pork and shrimp and the banh seo. The food was delivered sooner than anticipated time. Kudos to the kitchen and food delivery driver. The crepe was delivered hot and crispy with all the accompany lettuce, basil and mint leaves, and pickled carrot and daikon; and fish sauce. There were plenty of pork and bean sprouts as compared to the shrimp. With warm crispy crepe skin was a certain sweetness and crunch. And with the fresh spring had the unique ingredient of grilled pork along with the usual shrimp. I found the pork to be a nice twist. I had enjoyed both dishes and look forward to try other unique offerings in the future.

This place has grown so much over the years but the taste of their bahn mi never changes. I'm so…read morehappy this place continues to flourish. This is my favorite place to grab a #9 grilled pork bahn mi. Their baguettes grew bigger too but their portion size of filling grew as well. Their prices increased to $8 but that's inflation for you...can't expect it to stay $4 forever lol. They have other food items but I don't get it that much. Service remains top tier as the workers hustle their way to pushing our sandwiches at top speed. They now offer Zelle as an option to pay but just have cash ready bc signal is not that great.

Finally made it here, Sat around 1:45pm. Busy and put in our order for a #6 combo. Also got egg…read morerolls and stuffed bitter melon from their deli Food - banh mi was excellent, one of the larger, if not, the largest sandwiches we've had. Bread was 5 stars, toasted and soft inside. 5 stars overall - egg rolls, wow, surprisingly good since it was on the deli and who knows how long it was sitting there. Still crunchy and very flavorful - stuffed bitter melon, wasn't sure if I wanted to try it since the color wasn't vibrant green, but a customer in front of me ordered one so what the heck, I love bitter melon. Wow, full of flavor, the pork filling was excellent, 5 stars Service - took 20 minutes to get our a simple order, not the most efficient, but one must accept this for the price point and quality, but still slow so only 3 stars I would average this out as 3 stars but the food far outweighs the service, just be prepared for a long wait.

Khao Hom was one of the best dining experiences I've had in a while, and I'll definitely be coming…read moreback. We started with the samosas, and honestly, they were the best samosas I've ever had. They weren't the traditional style--instead, they were shaped more like empanadas--but they were incredible. The pastry was flaky, light, and fluffy, and the seasoning inside was packed with flavor. Every bite had a great balance of texture and spices. For my entrée, I ordered the yellow curry chicken, which was equally impressive. The curry was rich and flavorful with just a touch of heat. It wasn't particularly spicy, but it had enough warmth to complement the dish without overpowering the other flavors. The chicken was tender, and the curry was something I found myself wanting to savor until the very last bite. The prices are a little higher than some other spots, but the quality of the food more than justifies the cost. Everything tasted fresh, thoughtfully prepared, and full of flavor. If you're considering giving Khao Hom a try, I'd highly recommend it.

This Thai joint is tasty Most of their dishes are gluten free! I like their fried chicken dish…read moreover fried rice most. The fried rice is very tasty, the deep fried chicken can use a bit more flavoring but it's meant to be dipped in their sweet and source sauce. I wasn't a fan of the sweet and sour sauce, it's a bit on the sweet side. Overall, I would recommend and definitely returning. There's still many other GF options I've yet to try. Service is not bad, but not great either. The ambience is nice and clean.

Red Chili is really THAT GOOD. My mom loved every dish which says more than enough!…read more All dishes were 10/10: garlic noodles, fish sauce wings, honey walnut shrimp, Vietnamese short ribs It's a fast casual style which was perfect for my family. Their Thai food was so good too the roti cani and any noodle dishes. The cat fish fried is incredible too. We already want to go.

I visited Red Chili Restaurant on March 14, 2026 around 8:11 PM with my wife and nephew. We noticed…read morethe prices were a little higher compared to when we used to dine here before, but the service was good and the food came out on time. We ordered five dishes: seafood soup, choo chee fish fillet, pad kee mao, roti canai, and rice. The food was good and we ended up eating about half of our meal and asked for to-go boxes to take the rest home. Unfortunately, on our way home we realized we forgot the to-go bag with all the leftover food at the restaurant. I immediately called the restaurant and asked to speak to the manager. I was told they had already thrown the bag away because they waited for a while and were preparing to close. I returned to the restaurant around 8:45 PM to ask about it in person. I spoke with one waitress who said there was no manager available. Another waitress came over and I explained the situation again. She said there was nothing they could do, and the conversation became unpleasant. When I expressed my frustration, she told me to go ahead and contact a lawyer and then told me to leave the store. I understand mistakes happen and that food may sometimes be thrown away for safety reasons, but the way the situation was handled was disappointing and unprofessional. A little understanding or better customer service would have gone a long way. We used to enjoy coming here, but this experience left a bad impression.