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Chao&Cha

4.5 (49 reviews)
Open • 7:00 am - 7:00 pm

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Canecumber (TikTok: @justandyvu)
Andy V.

1. The chao was delicious and comforting! The sugarcane drink was refreshing! 2. The spot has fast casual vibes! The interior is bigger on the inside! 3. The staff was friendly and timely with my order! It was ready within 10 mins! 4. There are few tables inside! 5. Parking lot is huge! Nearby parking can get crowded! Note: They do accept card transactions! Photo: Canecumber and Chao Bo

Great atmosphere, excellent food and drinks, lovely people running the shop. Highly recommend the nem chua, sugarcane cucumber juice, and banh coun bo.

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Betty G.

Noticed this place while driving to the freeway. I just saw them advertised on Yelp while getting my nails done so wanted to check them out. Stopped by here late evening so found a parking spot right away. Got a rice porridge with ground beef to go and the lady talked me into buying their beef cha. The porridge was good, beef cha was also good (or was I too hungry since it was already late (past 8:00 pm) and I still had not had my dinner yet? The lady owner sliced up the beef cha for me so I can nibble in the car. It was a tad too soft compared to other places but the flavor was good. I want to be back and try other items she had in the store.

Trina D.

I saw on the YouTube channel (thugiantuoihuutaimy) that they often film delicious and affordable restaurants, and that's how I found this place. Today I stopped by to try some food and was extremely satisfied. The food was delicious, almost all the dishes were great (my daughter loved them), and especially, the two women working here were incredibly cheerful and lovely, making me want to come back again and again. Okay, now this shop will be the best choice for me to buy gifts for my friends. Thank you very much to the staff here for being so friendly and making such delicious food. Thank you to the YouTube channel (thugiantuoiohuutaimy).

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Lynda N.

I stopped by Chao & Cha for lunch and was pleasantly surprised. Sahara recommended that I order the pandan rice porridge (cháo lá dứa) with Vietnamese braised frog (ếch kho gừng). It was absolutely comforting and flavorful! The porridge had a light pandan aroma and a smooth, creamy texture. The braised frog was tender and coated in a rich savory sauce with hints of ginger that paired perfectly with the warm cháo. It also came with bean sprouts, herbs, lime, and pork floss on the side so you can customize each bite. I also grabbed a fresh green cucumber sugarcane drink which was refreshing and balanced out the meal nicely. The food felt very authentic and home-style Vietnamese comfort food. The portion was generous and the flavors were spot on. If you're looking for something different from the usual pho or banh mi, this is definitely worth trying.

Picky Eater S.

Very friendly staff. I got to try chả mực, chả tôm and chả cá. My fav got to be chả cá. Love how they give out samples comparing to other places where you have to buy the product to try. The older lady told me this place is newly opened recently and she bought a bunch of chả cá and chả tôm

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Marie V.

This is a new store just opened recently on Euclid St/Westminster, next to Thanh Tam sandwiches. We stopped by on a weekday afternoon around 3:00pm and there was no line. We picked a couple items for cold cut and pate to eat with baguette. I like that they offered some samples which's smart to encourage more sale. So far so good. They have lots of items in freezer and some food to go items on the counter. The lady in front is super friendly and offer suggestions. The store is super clean and parking is ok on weekdays. Will definitely come back to try other items.

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Christopher T.

This is just based on the menu and food pics from the owner and the store. Was craving for some cháo & chả lụan and was in the area. Saw this and came over but it still closed, not quite done with set up yet. The store is quite big and quite nice with clean cut simple decor. Just the menu is up and the counter. The pics look great and yummy. Can't wait to give it a try once it's open. Parking is okey depending on the time of the day since the parking lot is share with the whole big plaza.

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Vee P.

What a fantastic find! We randomly stopped in after driving by and we were pleasantly greeted by their large selection of house made cold cuts/meat loafs and friendly staff. They have spicy and non-spicy options and samples to try. I like how the samples were pre-packed and covered in individual containers, very sanitary. The store is clean and they have their options displayed well. Everything looked good and it also tasted good. We purchased three different rolls: cha lua (smooth blend pork loaf), cha mo (fatty fried meat loaf), and the head cheese which is my favorite. I usually hate cha lua because it leaves a weird feeling in my mouth after eating it (similar to the acid in spinach) but this one was nothing like the ones you get prepacked in the grocery stores. It was sweet, soft, and super flavorful. This was a thousand times better. The cha mo was very good too as was the head cheese. We bought the non spicy head cheese so I can shared with family but next time I would get the spicy. I enjoyed everything and look forward to coming back to try their other food.

Linda N.

This is a great clean food to-go spot! Perfect for a quick grab-and-go meal. The chao and cha are very delicious, fresh, and full of flavor. Everything is prepared quickly, making it super convenient when you're in a rush. Definitely a place I'll keep coming back to for tasty, fast, and satisfying food!

Anthony L.

I was so happy when they opened up this Chao & Cha shop just down the street from my house. It's located near the 22 freeway off of Euclid. This unique little shop provides an abundance of to go items and there's a cute little dine in area. I am sure they offer at least 12+ kinds of cha. My favorites were the pork cha, fish cha, chicken cha, banh canh with fish cha, banh cuon with different cha's. It was also our first time trying pandan chao where you can pick your preferred protein. What a treat! The owner was very sweet and offered us numerous samples also. Will definitely be returning to try more!

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The panda leaf porridge is so good, They also offer a lot if different types of Cha, service is very friendly.

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3 different types of cháo, which is good. Giò thủ with ớt is not so good due to the use of wrong ớt as it has a weird taste.

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Thank you Kat. We appreciate your support. Come visit us again soon.

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Mình mua thử Chả bò ăn không dai ngọt quá , còn chả cá bột quá , không có vị cá :-( , giá cao , .

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Really awesome place. This is a new spot with different variety of food. The food was really good. I must try. I will repeat

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Loi's Kitchen - Heo Quay Banh Hoi...crispy pork  yummy

Loi's Kitchen

4.6(607 reviews)
1.4 mi
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I love a good Vietnamese place that not only gives you good portions but also great deals. They…read morecaught my eye a while ago and I saw they had the infamous Waterfall Chicken for only $10.99, a steal of a deal especially with tomato price & an egg. The chicken was crispy and the dipping sauce gave it that extra yummy goodness. The dish also came with a side of broth that had chicken bits in it, was nice to help digest your dish. I also loved that they gave you pickled veggies & fresh veggies. We also ordered the Loi's Fusion Saltado, upgraded the rice to garlic egg fried rice. The beef was soft and tender, the fries were nice and crispy and the fried rice was fresh. You 100% need to get the Thai Tea. A lot of place add too much cream/half and half diluting the tea flavor, they do not skimp on the actual tea in their drink. The color speaks for itself on the dark orange hue!

Welcome to Day 2 of OC Food Journals, where I try a new place every day so you don't have to…read more Today's stop was Loi's Kitchen, and honestly, this review is a little overdue. I'm a bit late getting around to writing this, and unfortunately, they are already closed, but I still felt like I had to share my experience. I'm not completely surprised that they closed, especially after trying their bò né. I've had this dish many times at different places around Orange County, and unfortunately, this was probably the weakest version I've come across. The first thing that stood out was the presentation. As you can see in the picture, there was this purple-colored sauce on the meat itself, which honestly did not look very appetizing. To make things worse, the sauce was cold and did not heat in time with the skillet, which really took away from the experience. The flavor itself wasn't terrible, but it also wasn't anything memorable. It was just okay, and when you factor in the cold food and the presentation, it made the whole dish disappointing. With so many places around Orange County serving bò né at a much higher level, I would probably recommend spending your money elsewhere. If you were wondering whether you missed out on some hidden gem, don't worry, you didn't. This one felt more like a piece of coal than a diamond. That being said, every restaurant has its journey, and with more time, maybe they could have found their footing. Hopefully, they can take this experience as a lesson, refine their recipes, and bring something better in their next venture. I am rooting for you Loi!

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Oc & Lau Restaurant - Night time outdoor dining

Oc & Lau Restaurant

4.1(3.5k reviews)
1.4 mi
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I love Oc & Lau so much that I ended up visiting both locations within a few weeks of each other…read more The location on Garden Grove Blvd is smaller so seating is not as comfortable. This review I assume is the OG on Garden Grove -- parking could be tough during the weekend. OC & La, is a Vietnamese seafood spot for sharing a bunch of dishes. I found out that "OC" means snails! I thought it was Orange County! Hahaha. We tried - razor clams, scallops (HUGE), the selection of salads are amazing so we got the spicy mango - House Special Mango Salad with squid & escargot -- is spicy , tangy, refreshing, and the refreshing taste! My favorite dish was the HUGE fried fish...color is amazing and the way the fish was presented seal the deal for me. Between two people, we devoured the entire fish !! It's the kind of place where you order "just a few things" and suddenly the entire table is covered in food. But, I'm not complaining since the team is very quick in getting the used plates off our tables. Also, both places offered FREE dessert. It's like a coconut based taro and other root sweet dish.

Almost every time I come down to OC, I come here. It's not dusty or sticky and they try to make the…read moreinterior look modern and nice. The most recent time, we came at 8:30pm on weekday and there were 29 parties ahead of us (LOL), soooo plan ahead and join the waitlist through yelp. We probably waited about 30 minutes. Here are a few things I can think of to recommend: --Deep fried smelt fish ( i love smelt ) --Stir fried glass noodles with escargot and crab ( make sure to dip in the maggi sauce they give ) --House special mango salad ( squid & escargot ) --Razor clams ( sometimes sold out :( ) --Deep fried Quail ( this is one of the best ) --Stir fried water spinach with garlic ( for bowel movement assistance ) --Grilled garlic butter oysters ( the cheese one overpowers the oyster ) --Scallops with fish eggs --Coconut Swirly Escargot with Basil Leaves ( this is not my fave, but people i go with, love it ) Service is good.

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SEN Vietnamese Cuisine - New special dishes

SEN Vietnamese Cuisine

4.4(741 reviews)
1.9 mi
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Family-owned & operated
Established in 2022

I have nothing but good things to say about SEN Vietnamese Cuisine and the food and experiences I…read morehave had. The staff works hard to make sure that everything is delivered fresh and yummy. The food is so delicious and flavorful. I have so many favorites when I eat there.Here are a few: Cha Nem - these eggrolls are amazing. They are hand made and always fresh and yummy. Bun Cha Ha Noi - OMG this dish is so incredibly good. The grilled pork and pork patties are amazing. Bun Cha Ca Thi La - This fish soup was amazing. The fish cakes were so good and I love dill so that made it even better. All in all I highly would recommend SEN. Get there early on the weekends as it gets busy. Go try it out. You wont be disappointed.

I like how simple and straightforward the menu is here. I ordered the Miến Tôm Gà (Nước) and Bánh…read moreĐa Cua Hải Phòng. Both were pretty decent and had their own flavors. Bánh Đa Cua Hải Phòng was probably my favorite, the flat noodles were nice and chewy, which I really enjoyed. There was only one waiter when I visited, but he worked pretty fast and was very efficient. Even with just one person handling the service, I didn't have to wait too long for my food after ordering. Overall, a simple spot with a focused menu and some dishes with their own unique flavors. I'd come back to try some of the other items.

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SEN Vietnamese Cuisine - New Menu: Bún Chả Hà Nội (Vermicelli with grilled pork and pork patties, served with fresh veggies and house fish sauce)

New Menu: Bún Chả Hà Nội (Vermicelli with grilled pork and pork patties, served with fresh veggies and house fish sauce)

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Pho 79 Restaurant

Pho 79 Restaurant

4.2(3.9k reviews)
1.1 mi
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Delicious bowls of pho with consistently well-balanced broth and generous portions of tender meat…read more They also offer a side bowl of oxtail at an incredible price, which makes this spot feel even more special and worth the visit. When I arrived with my family, there was already a lineup and a waitlist board hanging by the door. I recommend stopping by to add your name before searching for parking so you can save yourself some waiting time. A huge recommendation if you're looking for a satisfying bowl of pho in Westminster!

Phở 79 is a true Orange County institution that has been serving the community for years, and it's…read moreeasy to see why there is almost always a line out the door. Be prepared: this place is incredibly popular, especially during peak hours. Parking can definitely be challenging because of how busy it is. The last time I visited on a Monday, the lot was completely full, and I ended up parking on the street. The restaurant is also primarily cash only, so come prepared. They open early, making it a perfect breakfast spot for an early bowl of pho. The pho broth is exactly what I want when I'm craving comfort food--clean, flavorful, and incredibly soothing. However, the star of the meal for me was the chả giò. Wow. Although they arrived after our pho, they came out at the perfect temperature. I was hesitant to take a bite right away because freshly fried food usually burns my mouth, but these were just right. Crispy, airy, savory, and absolutely delicious. Paired with their fish sauce, it was perfection. I enjoyed the egg rolls so much that next time I'm definitely ordering the egg roll vermicelli bowl. Service was friendly and prompt despite how busy it was, and it's clear the staff works hard to keep things moving. One thing I love is seeing all of the awards and accolades displayed on the walls. Phở 79 received the prestigious James Beard America's Classics Award, and it's easy to understand why after one meal here. This restaurant is truly an Orange County icon. The restaurant will soon be moving to a new location, as signs throughout the restaurant announce the upcoming move. While I'll miss the original spot, I'm excited for the new space--hopefully with more parking! Some places are worth the wait, and Phở 79 is absolutely one of them.

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Chao&Cha - vietnamese - Updated October 2026

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