Unassuming strip mall location serving delicious, well-seasoned asian fusion with delicious…read moreVietnamese food alongside samplings from other asian nations (Chinese general tsos, Thai noodle dishes, etc). Simple booths and tables on tiled floor. The decor/ambiance is nothing to write about but its is clean, the food is fresh, and the service is speedy. I would return again.

Welcomed by the staff , hot tea (amazing) with some fresh warm and quickly served food , and a…read morerelaxing ambiance, with village cooking videos on the tv... I must say it's a very nice overall first experience!! Our server Vivian was kind enough to explain each question we had regarding ingredients.

I had a wonderful time the other night thanks to my server Fere! She was super friendly and helpful…read morewith my really annoying order. I made several changes and she had no issue handling them. Will be coming back again and requesting her as a server!

I brought my mom and sister here for lunch!…read more The indoor space and outdoor patio are very spacious. The salmon rice bowl ($15.95) and the brisket sandwich ($15.95) were both filling and delicious. The salmon especially was perfectly cooked and I loved the coconut rice. Order at the counter, and they bring your food out to you.

We visited before they closed their location inside Hana World Market. The yaki-tacos de pastor…read morewere excellent; great flavor and texture. The costilla ones weren't bad either but the pastor was the clear winner between the two. I ordered the carnitas tonkotsu ramen and had no complaints here. Carnitas were tender, ramen was the perfect texture, and broth was delicious. S/O had the chilaquiles-men with green sauce and he loved it. Note: this is a DRY noodle dish AKA no broth. Can't wait to visit again when they reopen their restaurant!

I didn't think it was possible to live up to the hype, so breathlessly extolled by every…read morequasi-wannabe-influencer that it bordered on satire. Somehow, against all odds, Ramen Del Barrio still exceeds its reputation. There's only one vegan ramen option but it's all you need, both in terms of portion size and flavor. I've never had anything quite like the mole tsukemen, a Tex-Mex mashup pairing rich mole broth served separately from handmade noodles so thick, you might mistake them for udon at a glance. Simple toppings of fried tortilla strips, avocado, charred jalapeno, and caramelized onions adorn the top. Before this moment, I thought I just wasn't a fan of mole. It turns out, I had never tried great mole before. This stuff dazzles with layered spices, melded so well that I can't pick a single one out from the pack. It's not overwhelmingly hot, but definitely leaves your lips tingling. I'm glad I finally got there before they close up shop at their current location in Hana World Market on December 21st, and even happier to know that their new brick-and-mortar isn't too far behind. I'll be there as soon as the doors open!

Absolutely solid Chinese-American fare, comforting and nostalgic that scratches the itch for my…read morechildhood favorites. Plenty of vegan options with tofu both soft and fried, fresh veggies galore, and all the brown sauce you can handle. My personal favorites are the mapo tofu and mushroom tofu, but the dry sauteed green beans definitely deserve and honorable mention. Great portions all around; order two dishes and you'll have a whole feast. Lunch deals are a great value but even dinner pricing is very reasonable, too. It's an ideal spot for a low-key meal since it's usually not too busy, not loud, not flashy, and not the type of place that attracts annoying wannabe influencers.

Came here out of the blue not really expecting much. To my surprise this little spot was just what…read moreI needed. I got the Lo Mein noodles with pork. Asked for it extra spicy and that's exactly what they did. Food came out hot and spicy with a decent flavor. I'm not sure if I would order it again or try something else but I'd definitely go back. I think the best thing about this place is the service. The service was top notch. The waiter or owner was genuinely nice and I could tell he cares about the business and his customers. Places like this are hard to find nowadays. If you need some Chinese food in your life definitely give this place a try!

Went here during a weekend and it wasn't too busy yet, which was great. Got to sit down pretty…read morequick and looked at their huge menu of food. Decided on one noodle soup and one stir-fry noodles. The spicy beef noodles soup was great. Wide, chewy noodles in a somewhat spicy broth, great during those few days or weeks of coldness we get. The stir-fry noodles were great as well, the same type of noodles but with beef, onion, and tons of spices. The restaurant itself is a decent size with multiple tables for smaller ones to larger ones for larger parties. It shared a huge parking lot with other shops around it, so parking will not be an issue here.

I was driving by, looking for a place I can get miso or noodles. I haven't been here and so I gave…read moreit a try. The young man was helping me with menu, he was very nice. I got Chinese eggplants in garlic sauce and sesame chicken, both come with white rice. Eggplants were good, but I wish they were spicy. Sesame chicken was also good, but I had to eat only half, after finding a couple of not appealing pieces. Refer to picture below. So anyways, I would recommend, but I don't think I will be eating there in the future.

I heard so much about Purple Rice and I finally got a chance to check them out! They are a family…read moreowned business who specializes in homemade authentic Korean dishes. The food is made fresh daily and the concept is a grab and go which I love! This is perfect for a busy week, lazy week not in the mood to cook vibe, rainy day, craving Korean food but don't want to spend hours dining, road-trip meals, picnicking , save money, don't know how to cook but want yummy food, and/or trying to eat healthier.... Purple Rice is for you! * pork gimbap: 5/5 genuinely the best gimbap I had! I was always disappointed in HMart kimbap because it's flavorless. This gimbap is so good! I was lucky to be able to grab the last one! * beef bugulgi glass noodles: 3/5 it was leaning on the very sweet side. If this dish was less sweet and balance a little bit more soy it will be perfect. * marinated eggs: 4/5 great for rice and extra protein! * braised potatoes: 4/5 it leaned on the sweeter side * marinated tofu: 5/5 very yummy with rice and it was not spicy. * spicy pork bowl: 5/5 loved it! I just wish there was a bit more broccoli than just 3 pieces . I love the purple rice and everything was cooked to perfection. Healthy meal and very reasonable priced! Good bowl size * beef bugulgi bowl: 3/5 beef was shaved very thin where it was breaking apart. Meat was very little compared to the amount of rice. It was less flavorful compared to the spicy pork which was well seasoned. * rice sticks in red sauce: 5/5 best to eat it when it's fresh. The texture and sauce is so well balance. It's not spicy but the sauce is what makes this dish and highlight the rice sticks! So good! And the best I've had! Do I recommend this place? Yes! Come support this 2 year old family business! Fresh ingredients made with love and is a gem in Austin! Everything is packed really well and the owners are super nice sweet people!! I can't wait to return to get other items I didn't get to try because they were sold out! I came late afternoon close to closing time and there weren't a whole lot left. So come early to grab em!

I visited this shop several times during their pop-up events. Today, I called to ask about the line…read moreand whether the bread might still be available. Unfortunately, the owner wasn't very helpful and couldn't give any indication of how many bread was being sold or whether it was likely to sell out.I ended up driving about 30 minutes from Central Austin, only to find that the salted bread from the pop-up was already sold out. That was really disappointing. When I went inside the store to buy some regular items instead, the interaction with the owner was also frustrating. He seemed to misunderstand what I was asking and kept directing me to stand in the pop-up line, even though I explained multiple times that I just wanted to purchase items from the store, which didn't require waiting in that line. In the end, I bought a few small items, but three small items came out to about $20, which felt overpriced for what I received. The overall service experience was not pleasant. The owner came across as rude and unwelcoming, and it didn't feel like customers who made the effort to come support the business were being valued. I understand this is a small, local mom-and-pop shop, and I usually love supporting small businesses. However, customer service still matters--especially when people travel a long distance to visit. Because of this experience, I probably won't be returning unless it's for a pop-up event.

Came here with a large group. Had never been and what a fun gem. Great happy hour on beverages,…read moreappetizers and sushi until 7pm! I sampled someone's else's shrimp tempura sushi and was delicious, however very small. The hostess was on top of our table. Our waters never went empty. The service was great. We weee made to feel so welcomed, like family. All dishes are made completely fresh to order. I asked for my meal to have a little kick of spice and it was absolutely perfect. The prices compared to the amount of food you get is amazing! I can make 2 more meals from my dish! It was delicious from the first bite. They can make any dish vegan or gluten free as well! They made sure they asked for allergies as well. Was a very nice, super clean restaurant. Looking forward to going back soon!

Such a nice place, intimate to step out of the day into a tranquil environment…read more The service here is excellent! How nice and accommodating the staff is, usually checking and making sure you get the best options. This place is great for all the gluten free options in the menu. I had the tom-kha and the papaya salad, both level 3 spicy. I personally love the portions which are great for me. I had tried the pad thai before and it's very tasty. I would have to try more things to make my review more complete. I already like what I had though.

Max's is a really low-key, nice spot for a good snack at a great price. It's one of the only spots…read moreI've seen that does a tofu katsu which I really appreciate as I'm vegetarian! The staff are really friendly and the service was quick. The baos are soft and fluffy and really hit the spot. The bento box plates are plentiful - and honestly were a full meal for my husband who eats a LOT. The tofu katsu is crispy and flavorful and delicious. My only only complaint is that there is too much plastic. From plastic water bottles to plastic sauce containers, there's definitely room for improvement here to be more environmentally friendly. A water machine and sauce squeeze bottles for dine in customers is reasonable, I think.

When wonderful humans start businesses in the community like this one, you KNOW it's a labor of…read morelove. They are in a "soft opening" phase currently, and we got to meet the owner who was very enthusiastic about his business, the community, and garnering any feedback we had. The food is - in one word, impeccable. We went in for a snack and ended up ordered 4x as much as we meant to because everything was so darn delicious. The menu consists of baos, sushi, hand rolls, adorable pearl shaped nigiri, bento, and more - they are all customizable with yummy sauces (miso butter - mmm!), and many types of protein (seriously like all the protein options you can find at a premium sushi bar). Everything is served with house made sauces so if you are a condiment gal/guy like me this is your place! Food - I had the escolar, unagi, and scallop hand rolls (all under $5 each) and was so surprised by the quality / freshness of the protein and the portions given. The escolar was so soft and buttery. I then ordered the shrimp fresh roll (also under $5, it was HUGE) and the chicken katsu baos (around $6-7) - they were amazing. The chicken tenders are panko crusted and fried crispy. BF tried the steak baos and LOVED them too. Okay also did I mention the PRICES?! You can't get quality food like that for a greater deal. Drinks are all $8 and hit the spot :) The interior is not completely redone / set up yet but I can't to come back when it is! The phone / QR code system makes it so easy to order. JUST GO! and Support this incredible addition to the neighborhood.

Service was decent, and the food came out quickly and hot. I ordered the pho combo, which came with…read morea generous portion. The flavor was on the slightly bland or mild side (very subjective, and I ddin't add extra sauce), but I appreciated that it didn't seem to have MSG. Unlike some pho places where I usually feel thirsty afterward, this felt lighter, which was a big plus. Overall, it was a decent experience. I'll be back to try their bánh mì, Thai iced tea, and Vietnamese coffee.

This place is legit when you see that it is full of local Viet on a Sunday afternoon!…read more The menu is pretty good with authentic Vietnamese food but we normally come here for the S1 Ribeye Hot Stone Pho. They bring out the meat and noodles separately and then the soup in the stone bowl. This time the asked me if I wanted all the greens-- lime wedges, basil leaves, jalapeño slices and bean sprouts. I never eat the bean spouts but use everything else and it always seems a waste of bean sprouts when I don't use them so I was thankful to have them hold the bean sprouts. Be careful as the soup is extremely hot and the hot stone bowl keeps it that way for a while. You fill the bowl to the brim after adding all the meats and noodles. My only complaint is the noodles. They are fresh and just the right texture... very good! But for some reason the always seem to get cut up after I put them into the bowl. Not sure if they cut them before hand but they end up cut short when put them in the bowI. I prefer long slurpy noodles over cut noodles that's hard to pick up with chopsticks. Overall I still give it 5 stars and this one of the two best pho spots in the greater Austin area

I had lunch for the first time today at. It was delicious! I had the chicken bento box, which is an…read moreincredible amount of food. Definitely could be shared! My dining companion ordered a spicy tuna, sushi, roll, and miso soup, both of which she said were delicious. They have a large selection of hot tea, including Japanese green tea. The staff immediately welcomed us upon entering the restaurant and were very friendly and helpful throughout. They made sure our waters were refilled and cleared empty plates quickly. The space is lovely and I definitely would recommend!

Okay sushi, but pretty good ramen! I came for dinner on a Thursday evening. It wasn't really packed…read moreso we were seated immediately. They have a few specials - like bogo boba and a free appetizer if you spend $50! The gyoza is pretty good for an appetizer, but it is very small. For my meal, I got the salmon avocado roll and black garlic tonkatsu. The salmon avocado roll had a lot more avocado than salmon. The ramen was super flavorful and filling. Overall - an okay spot for dinner in my opinion