We were first greeted by pleasant servers. We were seated immediately. A server told us what was…read moreavailable on the menu. They gave us awhile to pick our order and came right away when we flagged them down. My friend and I got the chicken curry, beef and pork skewers, and shrimp cabbage salad. It is my first time eating Cambodian food so I was excited. The chicken curry had flavors I didn't expect from curry. It was good. A little spicy but I like spicy. The skewers were generic but I like the beef one better. The shrimp cabbage salad was refreshing. I like the condiment on it. It was sour and sweet. It's a hole in a wall and I loved that. There's not a lot of parking but it was accessible.

​Chez Sovan is one of my favorite places to eat in San Jose. The waiter (maybe he's also the…read moreowner?) is very welcoming and hospitable. He provided amazing service and offered us "all-you-can-drink water," which was one of his running jokes. He is also very funny. ​Here is a breakdown of what we ordered: -​Amok: If you are not familiar with this dish, it is a steamed fish curry with a mousse-like consistency. -​Beef Kabob Skewers: These were charred perfectly and had chunks of fat that added a burst of flavor in every bite. -​Yellow Curry with Chicken: The portion for this is very generous, so make sure to order a side of rice to go along with this dish. -​Stir-Fried Eggplant with Tofu: The waiter recommended we order this with tofu, and it was amazing. The tofu absorbed a lot of the flavors of the dish and paired very well with the eggplant. -​Stir-Fried Rice Noodles with Shrimp: This noodle dish was savory, sweet, and tangy which I believe is from tamarind. ​Everything was delicious and packed with flavor. I don't think you can go wrong with any of their dishes. I highly recommend this spot if you're ever in San Jose. But as a heads-up, they are only open on weekdays.

I've walked past this place in downtown SJ for 4 years witnessing how popping it can be and finally…read moretried it on a night when everyone else was at the World Cup. We ordered: - beef skewer appetizer: holy shit this was good! Moist and tender beef with a smoky coconutty flavor, balanced by the bright and crunchy vegetable salad (no limp garnish here!) - Fermented mustard greens with pork: similar to Sichuan sauerkraut fish in terms of punchiness but balanced by the earthy pork and mild rice - Amok (sp?): catfish cooked into a sort of frittata-esque texture in a banana leaf. This was so hard to describe but so yummy and interesting - Fried rice with sausage: umami but still with a healthy dose of vegetables - Mango sticky rice: a little bland - could have been more coconuty, though it's always hard to make this with out of season mangos - The other sticky rice dessert: so fun to unwrap the banana leaf it was steamed in, and much more coconuty after the side of milk was poured over Overall every flavor was so complex and interesting - I would love to come back and try more dishes! Logistics: - indoor seating only - Limited street parking in front but several paid public parking garages are nearby and its right in front of a VTA stop

Angkor is a hidden gem in the heart of Silicon Valley, downtown San Jose. The food is traditional…read moreCambodian and tastes exactly like the food I got to try and fall in love with while traveling through Cambodia and the rest of Southeast Asia. The Amok is my favorite dish on the menu. It's made of catfish marinated in coconut, lemongrass and guajillo peppers that is slow baked in a banana leaf and topped with coconut cream sauce. The way it is cooked gives this dish a soft soufflé- like texture. For those of you who don't like fish, this is the dish to try. You wouldn't know it is fish at all! The papaya salad is also delicious and refreshing! Not pictured are the loat cha pearl noodles with shrimp simple and delicious, perfectly balanced with a squirt of lemon! Can't say enough good things about this place! Amazing friendly service that only comes from a a family pended business and clean, modern ambiance makes this perfect for anything from causal lunch to work dinners and upscale dining. It was also recently featured on Guy Fieri's Dinners, Drive-ins and Dives! So you know it is good!

Bayon Temple is tucked away in a small little strip plaza, and the restaurant itself is pretty…read morehomey and outdated, but it was clean and comfortable. We came on a Sunday and there was only one other party dining there, which honestly made us feel a little bad because you can tell they're probably struggling to get much foot traffic. The lady working there was very friendly and service was good whenever she was able to get to us. You could definitely feel that it's a small local spot doing its best. Food-wise, everything we ordered was solid. We got both the chicken and beef skewers -- both had great flavor with a nice grilled char that really came through. We also ordered the fish amok, cha eark, and kuy tiew cha and enjoyed all three dishes. The fish amok especially stood out since it came wrapped in a banana leaf, and you could taste that subtle aroma infused into the fish. Overall, I still prefer Chez Sovan personally, but this spot is closer to home and reasonably price. I would definitely come back to be able to support a local business!

The food is so fresh and delicious, and Villa the owner or lady who works there is an absolute…read moresweetheart. I was unsure of what to order in the Cambodian quinine and she made an excellent recommendation. I loved it! Also, their iced coffee Vietnamese style is so strong and so good!!! I will be coming back a lot and hopefully Villa doesn't get sick of me. LOL . I highly recommend this place. My boyfriend who is from Russia, and also SUPER picky about food and spices absolutely loved their beef rice plate. This is the most underrated place in Campbell.

This place is one of our go-to Thai spots, and probably our favorite in the neighborhood!…read more + Their noodles and stir frys are always very tasty. Whoever is the chef back there really loves garlic (as do I!!) + On most days there's not too much of a crowd + Servers are all friendly and quick to take orders + Good menu variety + Indoor and outdoor seating, the latter of which is nice for warm nights = Prices are pretty fair - Parking is sometimes a little tight, but not in their control All in all, a really solid neighborhood spot!

We ordered the curry puffs, crab fried rice, Panang braised beef, and a Thai iced tea. The curry…read morepuffs were probably the biggest letdown. They were pretty one-note in flavor and felt underwhelming. The crab fried rice and Panang braised beef were both enjoyable, but neither dish was particularly memorable or something I'd go out of my way to order again. The braised beef itself was tender, but it was served in large chunks that didn't make for the most appetizing presentation. The Thai iced tea was also noticeably sweeter than what I'm used to, which may work for some people but wasn't my preference. One thing that stood out for the wrong reason was the pacing of the meal. Our crab fried rice arrived first, followed by the curry puffs, and then the Panang beef came out last. The timing felt disjointed, especially since you'd expect the appetizers to arrive before the entrées. The biggest issue, though, is the value. The prices are on the higher end for Thai food, and when the overall experience is just average, it's hard to justify the cost. Nothing was bad, but nothing really stood out either. Overall, it was an okay meal, but with so many great Thai restaurants around, I don't see myself coming back.

The place is nicely decorated, feels welcoming upon entry. Service is quick. I was approached by my…read moreserver as soon as I sat down. My food came out in the blink of an eye. I ordered Pho Thai and fresh spring rolls. Everything tasted fresh and portions were big. I recommend this place and plan on returning.

Literally just left this place i bought a large pho with cha gio. The soup smelled bad, taste…read moreunseasoned and with half of the bowl full of fat. Charged me 40 dollars for inedible soup. I don't post on this app because I feel like this app is easily corruptible. But pho Tran vu pissed me off so much with their service and bad pho. They got me posting a review on an app that I hate I wasted 40 dollars for food I barely touched.

My wife picked Tamarine for my early birthday celebration dinner. The restaurant was packed on a…read moreSaturday night but we snagged a 7pm reservation during Labor Day weekend. The restaurant is lively and loud, with walls adorned with cool art highlighting Vietnamese culture. The menu and prices reflect the upscale nature of the cuisine - you can have Wagyu for Pho or Shaking Beef. It reminds me of Slanted Door in San Ramon, only Tamarine has better food and selections: 1. Shaking Beef - a must-get dish, and the default filet mignon beef cooked medium is still super soft and juicy. 2 Chicken wontons - the appetizer is a riff on the Sichuan style red chili oil pork wontons and is just as good. The ground chicken really works here. 3 Green Papaya Salad is okay, but the standout it the beef jerky which is excellent - our 6yo gobbled all of it. 4. Clay Pot Cod - super flakey, soft and moist and packed with sweet-savory flavors. A luxurious fish best eaten with Jasmine rice, which comes nicely steamed in a large banana leaf. 5. The Hoisin-Land Chops cooked medium were good, but still somewhat fatty with some pink parts. Maybe medium well would have been better. 6. Basil Tofu - excellent appetizer - crispy soft tofu and aromatic crispy basil leaves. 7. Roti Banh Mi - basically a buttery, crispy Roti with curry-like dip - no beef flavors or pickled elements. Its beyond me what its called Banh Mi. 8. Lastly, save room for dessert - a slice of Hojicha Burnt Creme Cheese Cake with Strawberry Compote. Thick, creamy, and hint of green tea and definitely shareable with three people. Highly recommend for a dinner splurge in Palo Alto. They have a good sized parking lot in the back of the restaurant.

Met up with some old colleagues here the other day for dinner and the food was was amazing as…read moreusual! I'm glad we made reservations as the restaurant was quite packed on a Monday evening. Because they are located at the beginning of downtown, there is usually plenty of parking on the adjacent streets and also a parking garage directly behind the restaurant at the Webster/Cowper Garage. The restaurant is well-lit, clean, and inviting. The tables are well-spaced from each other. For the appetizer we started with their salt and pepper calamari. This was excellent and was was served with a cilantro lime dipping sauce. Since a few of them have never dined at Tamarine or it's been years, I recommended one of my favorite dishes to share, the Empress Rice. The garlic and ginger sticky rice topped with a sunny-side up egg and drizzled with sweet soy sauce is a must. They break the egg and mix it in table-side. We also ordered their garlic noodles which was also great. Traditionally other restaurants use lo mein noodles or thin spaghetti, but they use egg noodles here. You can taste that wok-tossed garlic, butter, and parmesan cheese flavor in the noodles. I think there was a hint of black pepper too. For the mains, the shaking beef is always a hit. The filet mignon beef cubes are so tender and cooked a perfect medium rare. It's served with a side of arugula salad. It was our first time trying their lemon grass sea bass and we all loved it. Since this was pan roasted there was this flavorful lemongrass and garlic crust on the fish! The service here is consistently friendly and attentive. Our waters were constantly refilled and empty dishes removed promptly. Even though there are many new restaurants in downtown Palo Alto, year after year, I keep coming back to Tamarine and have been for the last decade+!

Came here for the lunch special. I got a yellow chicken curry with rice and a thai tea for $17.95…read morebefore tax and tip! The drink only comes with the special if you dine in. I ordered my curry hot and was pleasantly surprised that it actually had a good kick and made me sweat. Most places I go to don't ever make it spicy enough. The curry was really flavorful and the portion size could easily feed two! Like massive. Definitely not enough rice compared to curry. The thai tea was really refreshing and the perfect drink for my meal. Appreciated that it wasn't overly sweet. There was one server holding it down when I came during Monday around noon. There was about 5 parties including myself and she was very efficient. I was able to dine in and get out of there within 30 minutes. The place is very casual.

Thai food is one of my favorite types of food. The best Thai food is almost addictive during the…read morecourse of the meal - you want to go into shovel mode and just start getting the mini-forklift to cram the food into your mouth, it can be so good. Sadly, this isn't one of those places. As the 3 star rating suggests, it's "OK". The service is friendly, the food comes quickly, it includes a drink with the meal. So all that is good/positive. But, at least for my palette, the seasoning/taste just wasn't special or on par with what I'd consider to be "very good" Thai food. It's fine - I had no problem finishing the meal. But I didn't "enjoy" it per se - I just more or less ate it because it was there and wasn't bad at all. But my standard for Thai food is pretty high, so maybe it'll meet some people's standards. The place was decorated plainly and looked fine, but again, nothing special. But that's not really important to me, it's all about the food and this didn't really meet my standard.

It's the first restaurant where I tried duck fried rice. The duck meat was ample that each bite…read morecontains it. tom yum soup is flavorsome. I tasted some at other place but was surprised in a good way on the flavor. When my sister worked around the area, we would go here. Service is exceptional in my opinion. I wouldn't say it's handicapped friendly as I couldn't find the rails. Maybe they do have them but I didn't see it?

The food is delicious. Been here a few times. It's clean and well decorated inside with white…read moretablecloths and flowers at the bar. The waiters are friendly and efficient. Upscale vibe but relaxed setting. We'll definitely be back. My boyfriend loves the fried rice - we. He's been a regular here for a long time.

So expensive but oh so good! Had the seafood pad thai. Stacked and packed with flavor. Sweet and…read moresavory. Everything cooked to the perfect tenderness. Well done! Great ambiance. Sit outside apt inside and have a relaxing meal. Great service as well.

Overall: 4 stars…read more Always tasty on Uber Eats, so have been meaning to try this restaurant in person for a while and finally got around to it. Owned by a winner of a reality cooking competition, it makes sense why it is priced at a premium, and with that follows pleasantly attentive service, innovative dishes, and comfy seating. I found the food to be generally pleasant, and the only thing that is unpleasant is their proximity to the train station that interrupts conversation on an intervalized basis. Old Siam - I see the vision of this luxury take on an old fashioned, which is flavorally accurate. I think the garnish is a bit too simple beyond the block ice to properly convey that look. Roti Mataba - Intriguing dish as I've never seen roti used to encapsulate before, but its smart as it creates a flaky exterior that pairs incredibly well with the curry sauce. Pad See Ew - Large portion of a classic dish that is served on the lighter side but still tasty. I would clean up on the presentation though. Mango Sticky Rice - Beautiful arrangement of mango sticky rice that shows great knife skills of the mango. You can see the heart shape starting to form of the sticky rice as well, which is beautiful. I think it coild be even more advantageous to use rose to dye for a more warming color palette. Food: E Presentation: E Price: E Atmosphere: E Service: +1 Menu: +1 Insta/Yelp/Beli: @amei_eats Insta/TikTok: @ameizing.race

One of my favorite places to eat out. I'm very biased though. it's near me and I've been going for…read moreyears The food is really flavorful, big portions, and well priced (especially with their in person deals). I usually go for the family meals with lemongrass pork, pad se ew, fried rice, or a curry Service is fast and understanding. They know the menu inside out and are great with substitutions The dining area is super nice, really big, nice tables, great for talking. I enjoy take out for the convenience and deal.

I walk in and see a screen to place the order that clearly says "To go order". I wanted to dine in…read morethough so I tell the old lady behind the counter - I'm looking to dine in and she says - "just place the order and pick a table". I think no more of it, place the order and walk to a table - and the same old lady - says , 'please wait at the side'. I can see what's coming - and it's puzzling, but they are preparing my food and I still give them the benefit of doubt. The food comes out packed and ready to take out. I tell them that I asked for dine in at which point the old lady from earlier looks me dead in the eye and lies that I did not. Ms. Hospitality right here. Oh and the food was pretty ordinary and quite expensive. The menu was fairly sub standard. Terrible experience overall.