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    3 Bottled Fish

    4.4 (30 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 2:00 pm

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    Beef and mushroom porridge with a Mayer lemon and honey spritzer
    Alexa W.

    Yay, I made it! :-D And 3 Bottled Fish delivered! I drove by today at around 1:30 and saw it was open, so I turned around as fast as possible. Now I also know the opening hours (Wed through Sat 11 to 2) and I am sure I will make it many more times, even though I'm a late luncher. The menu today featured a pork belly and jelly banh mi as well as a savory porridge with beef and mushrooms among other things. I chose the latter plus a Meyer lemon and honey spritzer. Since I had to skedaddle, I took everything to go. But I really wanted to stay, the ambience was so cute and friendly. There was a tiny karaoke party going on and a nice lady in the corner told me about her food choices. The chef was friendly and reasonably fast, the price was ok, the food phenomenal. This is what a neighborhood joint is all about, folks. I don't want to sound tooooo gluttonous, but if there are banh mi AND porridge on the menu next time, I'll just get both! The porridge was So.Good. Layered flavors, some chili, nice textures, little slices of ginger. Man, I want more now, just thinking about it. Yes, I will be back.

    Eastside Noodles/Bun Tit Nuong (14), Ca phe sua da/cold Viet coffee (7) behind receipt.
    Victor G.

    3 Bottled Fish has been a Viet pop up vendor for years. This is the 3rd time for me and it was a "charm". Opened where Orbit coffee was. Menu changes slightly every week. Disappointed i missed Bun Rieu, Bun Bo Hue. 2ish tables inside for dining. Flatscreen showing drama. Minimal decor. Ordered at counter, pay, food came out in 5ish minutes. Offerings: banh mi, Eastside noodles, sunset spritzer. Eats: Eastside noodle aka Bun Tit Nuong (14) -sliced house made sausage, slightly chewy, with carrots, greens, bean sprouts, sliced cucumbers, peanuts atop rice vermicelli noodles. -Poured the sweet tasting nuoc cham over the dish, mixed it up, tasted deliz & authentic.. Drink: ca phe sua da (Vietnamese coffee, 7) -tasted like the usual cold Viet coffee, nothing special. Did taste smoother than usual. 4.5 stars. Would repeat to try shaking beef, the buns. 1st time for bun tit nuong, impressed. *entrees are made in limited qualities. Can sell out...

    Cafe Sua Da (Vietnamese Iced Coffee)
    Dominic V.

    I normally get a coffee and a sandwich, and this week, the pork belly sandwich sounds delicious. However, I saw shaking beef on the menu and I dropped everything this morning to go get one. I don't usually write more than 2 reviews (1 initially and 1 update) per place I go to, but this is an exception because the shaking beef was so good. I also had to share a photo of it. The beef is perfectly seasoned and seared, not too salty and not bland at all. Eat it right away while it's hot and fresh off the grill, the beef melts in your mouth. The use of broken rice and a perfect crispy on the outside while runny on the inside over medium cooked egg gave it a real authentic Vietnamese feel. Please come and get some. The portion size is just right for lunch.

    The menu of the day.
    Anni N.

    I'm glad that I discovered this place for lunch before work. Paulette is a one-person show. It is amazing to watch how she handles a full house during a busy lunchtime. She put passion into her cooking with traditional Vietnamese receipts passed down from her grandmother and mother. She sold out on her BBH on this particular day.

    The page that shows my birthdate color

    What a wonderful little place for a daughter and dad date! We had a great time and enjoyed a small book that was in the library that explained what your color was in relationship to your birthdate. There's only one person in this luncheonette, so be patient because that individual has to wear a lot of hats.

    d-light roll - tofu jicama carrot basil rice paper peanut hoisin sauce chili
    Edward Y.

    Cute owner operated neighborhood cafe serving up Vietnamese dishes and coffee. Can tell food is made with love - packed with flavor, yet clean and balanced. Don't miss out on the at the beach noodles - definitely will come back for this. Loved the addition of coconut milk in this dish - making an amazing partnership between savory and sweet. I asked them to throw in some jalapeños because i love a little kick! Vietnamese coffee is how I like it - strong espresso and not overly sweet. Great lunch spot if you're in the neighborhood! I will be back to try the rest of their menu.

    Beef Noodle Soup (Bun Bo Hue)
    Amanda F.

    Do yourself a favor and Get This FOOD! I've had beef noodle soup (Bun Bo Hue) and Big Market Banh Mi and they were both so tasty and succulent. And the Viet Iced Coffee is BOMB. I drive out from Pleasant Hill just for that! The staff makes everything with care, and it's worth it!

    chill nook to read a book, meet with the homies, or enjoy your meal n bev
    Nicole C.

    !!!!!!!!!! If you love good authentic meal made with love this is your spot. cant express how much I love the food here. come check it out yourself!

    Rose P.

    I love the food! Been following 3 Bottled Fish since their start at the farmer's market. They take their time with the food, well worth the wait. My favorite is the Big Market Banh Mi, and At the Beach noodles.

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    Ask the Community - 3 Bottled Fish

    Are there any gluten free options?

    Are they open for dinner? any business hours?

    Only Friday night. I think 9-2pm during the week, but open till 7pm Friday.

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