Small Vietnamese spot buzzes with busy energy and loyal guests. Chicken pho stands out with tender free-range chicken and flavorful broth free of MSG. Large screens add a modern touch to the family-run vibe and limited seating.
Tender chicken and flavorful broth define the chicken noodle soup here. The noodles soak up the soup so well that every drop gets finished.
"I thought the chicken noodle soup was delicious and flavorful."
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Parking might be difficult due to the tiny plaza with narrow parking spaces.
There are often lines with people waiting outside.
Expect to spend about $30 or more per person.
Bright indoor space offers calm energy and a self-serve sauce bar for customizing bowls. Soup features a rich, authentic base with options like affordable bone soup and tasty mushroom soup. Open late with fresh ingredients and great music.
Soup features a rich flavor with a very flavorful and authentic base. Options include a generous, affordable bone soup and a light, tasty mushroom soup.
"I loved their creamy, flavorful bone soup base."
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The restaurant is open until 1 a.m.
Parking might be difficult during peak hours and weekends due to shared parking with other restaurants.
Credit card and tap payments are accepted.
Modern cafe-style interior offers a warm, relaxed vibe with spacious tables. Authentic Vietnamese flavors shine in Nha Trang style beef noodle soup and summer rolls. Generous portions and a family-run charm make it a standout in Gabriel Valley.
Beef noodle soup has a Nha Trang style flavor and stands out in the area. Noodle soups come with a mild spicy level option and include varieties like bun bo hue with pig foot.
"You have to try their authentic Vietnamese beef noodle soup."
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There is a small parking lot on the side and at the back of the building.
Since the beginning of the pandemic, Summer Rolls has been converted to take-out only.
For dine-in, I needed to visit their sister restaurant nearby.
Wide kitchen shows fresh knife-cut noodles made on site, adding to the authentic feel. Broths are rich with tender beef or chewy lamb organ, perfect for soup lovers. Cozy yet elegant space suits casual dinners and special occasions, offering generous portions of Shanxi flavors.
Broths come rich and flavorful with tender, juicy beef or chewy noodles in lamb organ soup. Options include beef noodle soup with knife cut noodles and lamb noodle soup with eatable lamb.
"The beef noodle soup here has tender, juicy beef and a broth to die for."
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The restaurant accepts cash only; no credit cards for bills under $20.
Expect long wait times during peak hours, especially if you seat yourself.
Prices are reasonable, with meals costing around $25 per person.
Thai restaurant serves authentic flavors with large portions in a quiet, subdued space. Wonton Soup features a clear broth with tender dumplings, while the coconut soup offers a rich, creamy flavor. Seating fits large groups, ideal for gatherings despite the low energy.
Wonton Soup stands out with its clear broth and tender dumplings. The coconut soup offers a rich, creamy flavor. Seafood Soup combines various fresh ingredients for a hearty option.
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They offer lunch specials that cost around $14 to $15 and include rice.
The restaurant has a lot of seating and can accommodate large groups.
Parking can be crowded, so plan to arrive early.
Spacious dining room with air conditioning offers a comfortable meal. Chicken pho shines with rich broth and generous portions. Clean space and free parking make dining easy and relaxed.
Chicken soup features a rich and savory flavor that feels surprisingly healthy. The broth is tasty and served with chicken on the side to warm up in the soup.
"I found the chicken soup to be seriously delicious."
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There is plenty of free parking available, so parking won't be a headache.
Credit cards and mobile payments are accepted, but contactless payment may require assistance.
The portion sizes are generous, especially for the large bowl.
Small layout creates an intimate setting with delightful Chinese music. Handmade dumplings and authentic noodles draw steady orders. Soups are flavorful and packed, with wonton soup offering authentic taste and seaweed for depth.
Soup here is flavorful and packed with ingredients. Wonton soup tastes authentic and sometimes includes seaweed for extra depth.
"I found the soup here to be so flavorful and delicious."
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Zheng Shang Xian 蒸上鲜 offers reasonably priced Chinese food.
Spring Dumplings 富春餐厅 is a hidden gem restaurant.
The store is clean and tidy.
Casual Vietnamese spot serves Short Rib Pho with tender filet mignon and hearty family combos featuring catfish soup. Prices stay reasonable while portions remain generous. Popular among Viet and Canto communities, expect a no-frills vibe and busy parking.
Short Rib Pho Noodle Soup comes nice and hot with a super tender filet mignon option that upgrades the dish. A family combination special includes catfish soup alongside braised catfish and fried seafood for a varied meal.
"I found the pho soup rich, flavorful, and perfectly hot."
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Parking can be hectic due to the restaurant's popularity.
A big bowl of pho costs about $11-13, which is reasonable.
They charge an extra $1 for bringing leftovers to-go.
Small space with dim lanterns feels cozy but crowded. Beef noodle soup offers spicy broth with tender beef and star anise. Dumplings shine with high-quality ingredients in both soup and pan-fried styles. Staff rush diners, making it loud and busy.
Beef noodle soup features tender beef chunks and a spicy broth with hints of star anise and Chinese five spice. Dumplings include soup dumplings and pan-fried buns, all made with high-quality ingredients.
"The beef noodle soup here is so flavorful and tender."
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Parking in the plaza can be difficult to find.
Expect large portions; sharing is recommended.
Reservations are not accepted, so arrive early to avoid long waits.
Vietnamese spot serves piping hot morning noodles with a choice of thin and thick egg noodles in a simple, authentic setting. Rich pork bone broth and unique ginger-garlic vinegar sauce make the soup stand out. A shrine adds a nostalgic cultural touch to the atmosphere.
Two-toned noodle soup features white and egg noodles in a rich pork bone and organ broth. Options include thick egg noodles or big egg noodles served with soup on the side, offering a simple and tasty take on Viet/Chinese noodle soup.
"I considered this the best Hu-Tieu soup spot."
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The restaurant opens at 7am, offering one of the few breakfast options in the area.
They started accepting credit cards for convenience.
You need to inform them of the tip amount when dining in.
Pho bowls come in generous portions with a sweet broth that is less oily than usual. Old interior shows peeling walls but outdoor seating offers a pleasant alternative. Fans help balance the warm atmosphere without air conditioning.
Soups here come in a wide variety with a less oily texture. The broth tends to be on the sweet side, offering options like beef noodle soup and rib rice soup.
"I thought the soup here was good and excellent."
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Parking is easy and accessible for all visitors.
Pho Da accepts credit cards for payment.
Prices are reasonable, with the pho combo priced at $11.
Cozy space with warm booths invites you to enjoy authentic Mexican flavors. Soups like beef and vegetable offer rich broth and tender meat. Generous portions make every meal hearty and satisfying.
Broth is flavorful and rich in the beef and vegetable soup, packed with tender beef and tasty vegetables. Menudo offers more soup than meat, while albondigas soup provides a satisfying, hearty option.
"The soup was loaded with flavorful beef and tasty vegetables."
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Fridays are fish tacos for $1.50.
The restaurant has a small parking lot behind that holds 2-3 cars.
There is all street parking available nearby.
Bright, clean dining room with gold-themed decor sets a high-end tone. Oxtail soup offers a rich, savory flavor that stands out. Soft elevator music keeps the vibe casual yet refined, perfect for enjoying pho soup base and hủ tiếu Nam Vang dishes.
Oxtail soup stands out with rich, savory flavor. The pho soup base offers a deeply satisfying taste. The hủ tiếu Nam Vang shines whether served dried, with soup, or alongside Xí quách.
"The rich, tangy soup broth was so flavorful and delicious."
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The Chicken Curry is only available on weekends.
Finding a parking spot near Golden Delight can be difficult.
There are four 2-hour parking spaces located behind the restaurant.
Tiny spot serves authentic Vietnamese comfort foods with a quiet, hole-in-the-wall vibe. Soups shine with catfish in clear and caramelized forms, plus sweet sour fish options. Prices stay reasonable and affordable for family-style meals.
Soups here feature catfish in both clear and caramelized forms, each with distinct flavors. The menu also includes sweet sour fish soup and a sour soup that pairs well with hot stir-fry dishes.
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The prices at Tan Khai Hoan are reasonable for family-style meals.
Expect a casual atmosphere with basic decor and seating.
The restaurant serves authentic Vietnamese comfort foods.
Hole-in-the-wall spot serves authentic Chongqing flavors with many spicy dishes and homemade noodles. Signature soups like chili wonton and balanced red soup shine with bold taste. Cash-only with easy parking, it draws diners who love intense, flavorful meals.
Chungking noodle with red soup and chili wonton soup stand out with balanced flavors. The menu also includes bean soup rice, a dish reminiscent of Chongqing school days.
"You have to try the chungking noodle soup with red soup."
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There is plenty of parking available.
They accept cash only.
People outside were waiting for a seat.
Spacious, clean space welcomes diners who bring seafood for custom cooking. Authentic Cantonese flavors shine with generous portions and a standout pork blood soup. Expect self-service for soups and plan ahead due to limited parking and busy lunch times.
Pork blood and leek soup stands out as a key dish, alongside a seafood tofu casserole option. Soup service requires self-pouring and managing your own refills and leftovers.
"I found the soup here to be very delicious and the portions generous."
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Reservations are recommended to avoid long wait times during dinner hours.
The restaurant has a minimum tip charge of 18% on all bills.
Parking is limited in the back, so arrive early to secure a spot.
Traditional Chinese Muslim restaurant serves halal Chinese cuisine with a warm, inviting atmosphere. Lamb soups are a highlight, especially the rich lamb varieties and authentic hot and sour soup. Interior feels clean but outdated, attracting fans of authentic West North Chinese flavors.
Lamb soups stand out here, with several varieties praised for their rich flavor. The hot pot soup with cabbage and beef noodle soup offer full-bodied tastes, while the hot and sour soup follows a real Chinese style.
"I really liked their mutton soup and cold noodles."
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This is the only Chinese Muslim cuisine restaurant in town.
The restaurant served 100% halal food.
The menu was authentic with great variation.
Spacious restaurant offers an authentic hot pot with a Mercedes-shaped pot featuring fish, wagyu, and spicy Chongqing soups. Bright lighting and private rooms create a cozy, welcoming space. Enjoy a self-serve sauce station for personalized flavors.
A Mercedes logo shaped pot holds three soup bases, letting you try fish, wagyu, and spicy Chongqing hotpot flavors all at once. The soup base is very spicy and numbing, large enough to share with friends.
"I loved the authentic, spicy, and numbing Chongqing style soup base."
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Reservations are recommended, especially during peak hours.
Parking is available in a small lot behind the restaurant.
The restaurant charges everyone upfront for dining.
Classic 90s Hong Kong style shines with authentic Cantonese vibe and cozy atmosphere. Lunch specials feature large soup plates like sweet duck soup and fragrant American ginseng. Screens for games and private rooms make it great for families and groups.
Lunch specials come with a very large plate of soup and rice that can serve two. Duck soup tastes delicious and sweet, while American ginseng soup carries a subtle fragrant aroma throughout.
"The soup in the lunch special is good and delicious."
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The weekday lunch special is available until 5 PM and costs only $9.99.
Dinner specials are offered at $12.99.
They only accept cash for payment.
Spacious Vietnamese spot offers robust pho broth and generous portions in a cozy room with a koi carp tank. Fast, smooth takeout and easy parking make meals casual and affordable.
Authentic pho soup stands out with its rich flavor and quality meat. The soup delivers a great taste that satisfies cravings for Vietnamese broth.
"I thought this soup was the best I had tried so far."
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The portion size is bigger than most other places.
Prices are very cheap for the area, but have recently increased.
Expect a wait time of less than 15 minutes for food during busy hours.
Food court offers affordable Cantonese dishes with large portions and notable wonton noodle soup featuring a salty broth. Atmosphere is basic and crowded with limited seating and low air conditioning. Many enjoy the soup paired with Chinese donuts for a classic combo.
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Prices are affordable, with most dishes costing $7-10.
The restaurant is located inside a food court and market.
There were no seats available at lunchtime.