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We order out for lunch and chicken curry is my go to . I stumbled upon this yummy entree and usually order the beef with tamarine and the spices /dust with fish oil. So when I tasted the chicken curry I was hooked. Flavorful and lots of chicken and sauce. It's literally two meals in one entree .
Catering review On time delivery for a size of over 100 guests. Food tastes good. I love the steak, so sweet and juicy and soft and meaty. I packed up a whole plate when there was leftover and my whole family enjoyed it. Their Tofu Spring Roll was also good and a child pleaser. I can see myself visiting their store some times.
Friends and I just got an amazing weekend takeout dinner at Asian Box. We were figuring out what to order, and this super generous ad popped up for 50% off up to $99! I wanted to get the big salmon box for $150 retail, but fortunately I was talked out of it. Instead, we went to town with 2 family boxes (1 of each kind) with many customizations/upgrades. Overall, I consider Asian Box "Asian lite" in the following 2 ways: (1) Their flavors and scents are far less pronounced/strong than those at an authentic Vietnamese restaurant, which is helpful if you're eating at work or with friends who don't like super strong flavors. It's still tasty, just dialed back. To be clear, they don't claim to be authentic, only Asian inspired, which they indisputably are. (2) Their food is lighter/healthier than at most restaurants, Asian or otherwise. Home cooking can be healthy, but restaurants tend to be reckless with oil. I highly appreciate that Asian Box is sparing with oil. On top of that, for $2 you can upgrade from rice to steamed veg (or stir-fried veg if you prefer). Don't get me wrong, I love rice. But sometimes I need to prioritize getting another serving of vegetables in. To avoid the dinner rush and bc my friend has kiddos, we ordered for pickup from 5-5:10. They were ready at 5:20, and they were super nice. The food was hot, except for salads which were cold, and everything tasted fresh. I especially give props for the shrimp spring rolls -- they tasted like they were JUST made, room temp instead of chilled, neither dry nor gummy. The shrimp was firm and fresh. All the vegetables in the rolls and in the boxes were fresh. The steamed vegetables were perfect, neither crunchy nor overcooked. Other than the spring rolls (with the exception of the dipping sauce, which IMO was too dialed-back and not fragrant), my favorite was the green curry. Again, while not as flavorful as you'd find in a Vietnamese restaurant, it's very tasty and clean, the veg well-cooked and the chicken tender. Were there disappointments? The caramelized eggs were *barely* caramelized -- they tasted like they'd been in the sauce for 5, maybe 10 min tops. They were honestly hard-boiled eggs with a tiny amount of color outside, and their centers were fully cooked, not translucent, so there wasn't even that tradeoff. In an Asian restaurant or home, these cook for an absolute bare minimum of 1 hr before they're served, and then the cook apologizes they haven't cooked for nearly long enough (everyone knows they're much better after several hours or half a day, or even the next day). Maybe there's food safety reasons not to do that, or maybe if we'd ordered for AFTER the dinner rush rather than before, the eggs would have cooked longer? Or maybe that's just how they do them here. The other disappointment with the food was their salmon. All the pieces of salmon tasted fishy. We still ate them bc they weren't spoiled and salmon is super healthy, but Vietnamese fish should NEVER be fishy! Vietnamese traditionally use a bunch of different herbs/pastes/curries to cook fish, which may include lemongrass, ginger, turmeric, garlic, chili, pepper, cilantro, basil, dill, mint, green onions, scallions, etc etc. Unless the fish is outright spoiled, no fishiness will survive that! Even if you dial back to a little ginger and lemongrass, it still wouldn't be fishy. So yes, I was very glad we ordered a variety instead of going full-bore on the 10-person salmon I'd originally wanted. :) There were 2 minor irregularities not related to food quality. First, our 2 family boxes should have come with 4 cookies each, for 8 total. But we only received 2 in each bag, for 4 total. OMG, their cookies were SO much better than I expected! Their texture is tender-crisp, and they're sweet without being bitingly sweet. I am sad for my mouth and happy for my waistline that we ended up having to share cookies, instead of everyone having their own (with one to spare or fight over!). :( :) The other issue, and I suspect this was a programming glitch, is that Asianbox.com applied sales tax BEFORE the 50% discount, as if we had used a gift card for half the order, instead of their site automatically adding this weekend's 50% discount. So for the period of the promotion, they're may be collecting 2x the tax they ought to be. Hopefully they'll fix that glitch before too long, and maybe tip out the overage to their staff. I feel their portions are healthy, enough for many adults without being too much. Extra protein is $5. I ate half of a: spring roll, entree, cookie. At one point they used compostable instead of plastic boxes. That would be cool for them to bring back. :) Overall, I'd give 4.5 stars, happily rounded up for today's generous discount. And I'd come back for more curry, spring rolls, and cookies! -- and maybe swap out the spring roll for a caramelized egg if I came after a meal rush instead of before.
This is a healthy alternative my bf and i would come to for some protein and vermicelli noodle boxes with veggies and good flavor. The girl helping us always has a good attitude. Would recommend to check out. They do have seating inside and patio is good during warm weather
You can't find anything for $10 nowadays, but this bowl of pho is $10. I went walking around before a comedy show and everything was so expensive and I found this!
I ordered the Vietnamese hot chicken. The plastic box is pretty small so portions are small. When I opened my bowl, the chicken was literally drenched in their hot sauce, which was all I tasted. Other flavors were non existent. And the amount of chicken they packed was less than ten tiny pieces. When I finished everything, I was still hungry. Overall, it was such a huge disappointment and not worth it.
Yummy curry, semi-overpriced but Asian Box usually is priced in the higher end. The taste was good, pretty standards and was okay even without meat or a ton of protein like their other boxes. It was my first time trying it, so wasn't too bad. I liked it and I usually eat their other boxes with meat before trying to go majority vegan and vegetarian, so I was satisfied (outside of price). Service Nice staff, though their register didn't work at all, new system I guess. I always come back to Asian Box, nice they had a location in MTV I didn't know about prior!
I love Asian box because of all the customizations that work with all kinds of dietary restrictions and the flavors are delicious! We got: Salmon bowl Chicken Curry Taro Boba Jasmine Boba I usually get the chicken box with tamarind sauce on the side as my go to but I tried the salmon this time and it was REALLY good!! Well cooked and sauce on the side because honestly it didn't even need the sauce!! The chicken curry was also delicious - the sauce is great! I just wish there were more veggies in it so maybe next time I can customize and add that. The steamed carrots were a bit bland but the rest of the dish was great. Also did you know they have boba now?? My one drawback is that you can't adjust the sweetness. Maybe that's why I thought it was so good - it was sweeter than my normal level! The boba balls were a good texture too!
Got some takeout and they have some great rice/noodle boxes. Loved the 4 box deal for a few lazy days of no cooking lunch. It came with 4 specialty boxes, 2 spring rolls and 4 cookies! A pretty good value! The portions were good and the meats were well cooked and flavorful! Lots of great variety in the specialty boxes but you can also build your own! A great option for a quick meal and some leftovers.
Takeout Order: 8/10 Surf Vietnam Box $18 - overall a pretty delicious and filling meal but still on the pricy side. Beef was tender and shrimp was cooked well. Meat to rice to veggies ratio was spot on! Added the sauce (tamarind?) and it was bit sour so I do not recommend adding lime on top. 8.5/10 Curry Chicken Box $15 - surprising better than surf vietnam box because of the curry sauce. Much more flavor and savory compared to the tamarind. Also comes with an egg and potatoes. Definitely wish it had more curry sauce tho. The red spicy sauce was ok but wasn't spicy.
asia box is a fast casual chain known for their asian fusion boxed meals. // ambiance // this location is located on castro street. they have indoor seating and there was no line when i visited. // service // someone took my order at the counter right away and my meal was ready for takeout in 5 minutes. // miss jones box $14.99 // i got the miss jones box. it's a really good portion size and comes with pork, noodles, boiled egg, and lots of vegetables and toppings. you can ask for additional sauces at no charge. i liked the sauce it came with as well as the peanut and yellow curry sauce. house lemonade is good with enough sweetness and a bit of tartness
This is a good fast casual Asian style restaurant if that is what you're looking for. Whether you're grabbing and going to a park or eating outside of the restaurant it is a quick option. I like how this menu is set up - you can build your own bowl or they have some favorite combos you can choose from. We tried the chicken curry bowl and the chefs salad. I would recommend the curry as it had more flavor and was very good. The salad, with chicken added, was a good portion and had lots of fresh tasting, healthy ingredients but didn't seem to have enough flavor to it. If you are going for the salad I would recommend adding some sort of sauce or dressing to make it more flavorful. I would come back here, wouldn't say it was the most authentic place around. Depends on what you're looking for.
Create your own combo in an easy 4 - step process: 1) Grain 2) protein 3) toppings 4) sauce My favorite is the shrimp with tamarind vinaigrette sauce, goes very well together. SIMPLE. FRESH. HEALTHY. SATISFYING . DELICIOUS! read more
11 years ago
I come to Asian Box pretty frequently and only ever order the shrimp these days. Unfortunately they've switched to a different type of shrimp that is *so* not as good as it used to be. I definitely preferred the big plump prawns they used before to the tiny (I think) bay shrimp they are using now. Everything else is still pretty solid but when your go-to at a place changes its definitely disappointing. read more
12 years ago
Sometimes it pays not to think too far out of the (Asian) box. They take the Chipotle model and apply it to Southeast Asian food - pick your base, protein, toppings and sauce and done. For what it is, it's fantastic - fast, convenient, and quite tasty! Asian Box is my goto option on Castro street for a quick lunch or dinner. The vegetarian tofu option is quite tasty, although the coconut curry sauce it is served with by default doesn't always match the additional sauce options you can choose (adding sriracha makes for a strange combination). Of the various sauces, street dust (some kind of dry spice mix) is probably the best although the hot box sauce can be fun. I recommend getting all the free toppings. Of those, the crispy shallot chips can't be beat - they are the perfect complement to the meal. read more
Came here for the first time last night because of the healthy options available! I got the Asian salad with coconut curry tofu and it was flavorful and refreshing. I was recommended the Asian Dust for the "dressing" but I felt it was a little spicy. I would probably opt for the tamarind sauce next time, which my boyfriend described as tangy. Ordering is easy and service is quick. Great fast food alternative for fast and healthy food! read more
8 years ago
12 years ago
I was drawn to this place due to its healthier choices. I like the fact that you can choose what to add in there which includes the toppings, sauce, main ingredient, choice of meat and rice or salad. I got the pork with brown rice and pickled vegetables with no sauce. I enjoyed it because i prefer more simple and healthy dishes. read more
10 years ago
Food is amazing! Clean, healthy, and all natural! Order: chicken with white rice and ice green tea for $11. Definitely recommend this place. read more
13 years ago
Like many others have stated, Asian Box is like the Vietnamese bowl version of Chipotle. You pick your base, meat and add-ons, with endless combinations, possibilities and flavors. I came here for a Yelp Elite even for new Elites or those new to the area. A small gathering of about 20 with the restaurant closed down just for us. Therefore, my review may be a bit biased since I didn't have to deal with any lines or paying. My initial assumption was that if it was going to be healthy, free-range, grass-fed, sustainable and whatever other increasingly popular hipster word you want to throw in there, I probably wouldn't be able to joyfully grub out on it. I was pleasantly surprised, however. I ordered jasmine rice, pork, wok veggies, bean sprouts, peanuts, lime, and peanut sauce. The ingredients were all incredibly fresh and flavorful. Everything worked together perfectly, and the peanut sauce is delectable. The pork is well marinated, tender, and melts in your mouth. It really does feel like a well balanced, well crafted, and satisfying meal. Chad Newton, the culinary director, came out and gave us a nice schpiel about the history of Asian Box and the creation of the concept. He seems really passionate about the business and his culinary creations, which is always a joy to see. read more
Taste great good location. We ordered rice noodle, chicken and everything w/o jarapeno, $8.92 after tax. Taste great. Grilled chicken is so juicy, tasty and smoky. Cracked peanuts are so crisp and flavorful. Sprouts had good dent. Good amount of veggies. We don't have to pay tip even its dine in. It's super close to Caltrain station. I defo come here again. read more
I want to give a higher rating (4 - 4.5ish) but can't due to inconsistency. I've been here a few times for The Workout box - great! Asian Box I can actually eat without a stomach ache - but I've gotten it twice now with sauces applied that I did NOT ask for and should NOT be on there. Both times, I've discovered it when I was already back at work / home and couldn't do anything about it. Thus, I've ended up basically throwing out $20. That's not fun...neither is being really excited about food and not being able to eat it. :-( When they get it right, it's good, but I don't have money to burn. read more
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5 years ago
Yum! I ordered the vegan green box and it was absolutely delicious. Can't wait to come back, really hits the spot and satisfies those Asian food cravings! read more
8 years ago
First time ordering from AB, we got one each the workout, chicken and shrimp spring rolls. All the box dinners were tasty, the sauces offer increased taste for adding to your entree. Both were a good portion and value. The miss was the Spring rolls the shrimp was paper thin, the noodles were dry and hard to eat no a good value. Overall we will be back but without the Spring rolls. read more
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I was craving something on the healthier side, and my friend recommended Asian Box. She described is as Asian Chipotle. Looking at their menu was a little intimidating at first, because they have a few options under each step, which makes for a zillion different combinations. The cashier was really patient with me as I seriously stood there for a solid three minutes deciding what to get. Good thing there wasn't a line of people behind me! She explained what their most popular options are, and also some of her personal favorites. After hearing those, I went for the brown rice with beef, topped with everything except jalapenos, extra bean sprouts, and tamarind vinaigrette and peanut sauce, with extra lime. She was so friendly and even offered me a discount for being a first-timer! Wish I had gotten her name so I could thank her more personally. Everything tasted healthy, in a very good way. The veggies were fresh, the meat was abundant but not overly so, and the rice was the perfect consistently. Add in the fact that the staff there were friendly and extremely patient with me, and this looks like it'll be a regular spot for me! read more
9 years ago
Love this place - great for a casual restaurant meal (outside seating available) or to-go. Choose your rice or noodle, meat or tofu, veggies, and sauce, and they custom make it for you. The prices are extremely reasonable too, which is nice. This place is based on the "Chipotle concept" (as in, build your own burrito bowl), but so much better. For one thing, I just like Asian food more! Also, the ingredients are superior. I can't think of any place where I live now that sells such quick, casual Asian food at a low price and at the same time actually uses great ingredients like locally grown produce so that you feel like you're eating something delicious and healthy. A great concept - every city should have one of these! read more
9 years ago
I wanted to post a yummy picture with my review, but i got too excited when the food came I forgot to take an aesthetic photo lol. But anyways, here's my review: My first time at Asian Box I ordered the Ox Box. It comes with beef, tossed veggies, all their toppers, a caramel egg, sriracha, and "Asian street dust". The box was hella tasty. The sriracha went really well with their garlic and soy glazed beef. I also got a side of Hot Box It sauce for extra spice and that was delicious. The beef was really tender and juicy. I also got a healthy serving which made the $13.75 totally worth it. The manager was super friendly and patient. I appreciated that. Would definitely recommend this place to a friend. It's also gluten-free! read more
11 years ago
10 years ago
Awesome lunch selections, love the easy selections. Especially the ox box with the touch of jalapeño and hot sauce; amazing :)). Awesome customer service, the wait was practically zero due to its service speed. Tip: if you get the workout house favorites make sure you ask for less sauce or sauce on the side. Enjoy :)) read more
5 years ago
8 years ago
We got the workout which had cooked chicken, brown rice, sauce and veggies. It was a ton of food, heavy on the rice. The chicken was perfectly grilled and my favorite part. The sauce was very strong but delicious. The veggies were perfectly blanched. My husband loved it and he is quite picky. I appreciated all the healthy options and gluten free kitchen. Next time I will as for less rice, different sauce and more veggies. We will definitely be back soon. read more
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13 years ago
Came here for lunch with my coworkers yesterday. Been wanting to try the Palo Alto location, but never got around to it. Luckily they opened a location in Mountain View that is walking distance from where I work! Wasn't too busy when we came here. The food here is Americanized Vietnamese food. The food here is made freshly and the portion size is on the light size. Makes sense to have decent portions, since they are striving for a healthy appetite type of feel. I got the noodle dish with beef and every topping but the fish oil, scallions, and jalapeños. I topped my noodle dish with peanut sauce. Peanut Sauce is a love for me and they definitely got it right! They drench your noodle dish with it too so that every noodle can get a bit of that sauce! They serve it in a eco friendly box too! http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/asian-box-mountain-view?select=xahWbqrAaAGxQdAbTbdOCw#xahWbqrAaAGxQdAbTbdOCw The rice noodles were not hard, and just right. The meat was pretty tasty and gave a good amount. Overall I like this place! Felt good coming here. The price point can come off as expensive though considering dishes like this are pretty simple and can be found cheaper at different restaurants (but it is probably oilier too!). read more
11 years ago
I built my meal based on the Vietnamese dish "bun thit nuong." So I got rice noodles, lemongrass pork, veggies and whatnots, tamarind sauce. I shouldn't have expected much but I did because of the Yelp ratings. Lemongrass pork was so disappointing--lemongrass wasn't there and pieces were like scraps; a bit dry but not too noticeable. Sauce was pretty decent and adds a nice flavor to everything. Other than that, the meal was fresh but didn't really tie together lol if that makes sense. Bottom line: I would get it again if there were nothing around that's available. Would rather be at chipotle. Or VN Grill on brokaw. read more
5 years ago
8 years ago
I'm always looking for new vegetarian/vegan options to try, and the Garden Box did not disappoint! Delicious and wholesome, it satisfied my appetite without making me feel overly stuffed. I also got a mint + green iced tea, which wasn't spectacular but also wasn't bad. read more
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Mountain View, CA 94041
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