Delicious and authentic!!! Had quick and respectful service. Price was beyond fair. Place seems small but definitely great turnaround and clean read more

There's always a crowd waiting to be seated at this restaurant. Is this place really all that good? So I decided to check it out with my friends. I ordered their pork chop rice with their meat casserole and shrimp paste with tofu skin - and my friend ordered their pho. And... it was so good. Both the dishes were well presented and tasted authentic. Service is good. Honestly I understand what the hype was. Come to this place and check it out. The food is good. No frills just good! read more

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I remembered coming here with my mom when I was a kid and am kind of amazed that it has survived and thrived all these years later. Since this is still one of my mom's favorite casual restaurants (says a lot since she's a tough customer), I decided to make two consecutive visits on a Friday morning right when they open at 10 a.m. They already had a good amount of people dining in, and they turnover the tables quickly. I got their Bun Rieu (no pork blood & half vermicelli) and a single egg roll my first time back and it was the biggest bowl I've ever been served. It was delicious and they do not skimp on the protein. I love how they gave me a boatload of proper Vietnamese veggies/herbs and fermented shrimp paste alongside it. Most Vietnamese restaurants nowadays serve bastardized versions of a veggie/herb plate with their soup noodles to appease a devolved palette. Second time I was here, I got their dry combination egg & tapioca soy sauce noodles with the soup on the side and an order of a single egg roll. Man, do I miss this dish especially when it is served authentically. The bowl came with shrimps, thinly sliced pork, ground pork, a fried shrimp crisp, & quail eggs. But the flavor bomb comes from bits of fried shrimp, bacon fat, & shallots. Pro tip: balance the sweetness of the soy sauce noodles with the pickled jalapeños within their condiment array. The bowl of soup that this comes with is a whole other meal with a giant pork bone (how it is traditionally served) and a bunch of fish cake in it. This was my ratatouille moment when I transported back to my childhood. I can't wait to come back and work through their menu. read more

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This is a favorite com tam restaurant of someone in our group. We went on Thursday evening and met up for an early dinner before this place got too busy for our group of 8. There is a small parking lot behind and in front of the restaurant but there are plenty of free street parking if all the spaces are taken. Orders were taken and we were given a small basket of little buttery croissants too enjoy while we waited for our food to arrive. Portions are large. They are known for their broken rice (com tam) so that was what I had ordered. It arrived on a platter! The pork chop was juicy and tender. Everything was good. None of the ingredients were dry or bland. I will have to come back to try the noodle soups next time. Those portions were huge and the soups were full of meats and greens. It was another hit with our group too. read more

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My family has been coming here for what feels like two decades, and it's one of those places that just keeps doing its thing well. Over the years they've really stepped it up too from a nonfuzzy hole in the wall place back in its hay days. You can tell by how busy it is pretty much any time of day. I always go for the broken rice plates. The steamed egg cake still comes with that nice yolk in the middle, and everything is served on big plates and bowls that actually get filled. The portions are generous, and not just for show. The meats are flavorful, and the shredded pork has that slightly dry, fluffy texture that tastes housemade and really satisfying. Service is quick, which I appreciate in this crowded strip mall restaurant. They clearly keep things well prepped in the kitchen, so food and water cups come out fast even when it's packed. It's one of those reliable spots we keep going back to, and with the new bakery opening in the same plaza, it just gives us another reason to stop by. read more

Com Tam Kieu - Vietnamese Near Me - San Gabriel, California

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A popular Vietnamese spot for the signature broken rice dish, Com Tam Kieu also has a variety of other great vietnamese classics such as bun rieu and pho! Each dish is flavorful and the service is fast and friendly. I also thought the desserts were well executed and refreshing! A great spot for a family outing (such as for Father's day), would definitely recommend this place for solid Vietnamese food in the 626 region. read more

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Service was great The foods are the same or similar taste as other locations nothing special about the foods. It just they want to attract you to come for their big bowl or bigger plate. Portions wise it much compared to other restaurants. Price about similar than other store. They do charge you credit card fee if you using credit card. The store need to work out the foods packaging when to go.The plastic of the container was burn from hot oil. read more

Com Tam Kieu - Vietnamese Near Me - San Gabriel, California

Always happy when I get to eat here. I got introduced this place from my parents and I'm so happy they took me here. It's always hush when you come so expect a bit of a wait. It's not like Yelp waitlist either you need to write your name down and make sure you're waiting around to hear your name called. I'd say for smaller parties of 2-4 wait times can be about 25mins. Food great and pricing is pretty fair. Portions are also good here. I've trieda variety of their dishes and everything's good. Service is pretty good and efficient too. Highly recommend their broken rice dishes - the meat is super flavorful! Bun rieu is huge and pretty good too. My favorite though had to be their egg rolls where they use like vermicelli to fry it I think? It looks super blistered compared to normal egg rolls. I don't know which one it is on the menu since my mom orders in Vietnamese but I'd recommend to just show a photo to the server lol. Highly recommend this spot. Parking in front is bad so try behind the restaurant or street parking. Can still be difficult since it's residential in the back but a little bit of a walk won't hurt. read more

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Small parking lot or street parking This place gets busy and can easily get packed I've tried different items from the menu and they did not disappoint. The broken rice dish, egg rolls, bun rieu, banh beo. They were my top favorites! Staff is also super nice and friendly read more

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Really solid spot! I know this is more of a rice plate restaurant but the pho and bun rieu were still really good. I do feel we should've stuck with the rice plates and would come back just for that. The star of the show was the Banh Beo...girl let me tell you we were so incredibly full afterwards. Usually the individual dishes are much smaller but these were huge so it was a little difficult to eat. Really delicious! Also the little croissants they give at the beginning is so fun. read more

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Omg she's been SLEEPING on this damn spot. Such friendly service and flavorful dishes. This place doesn't skimp on quality ingredients! It's no wonder it's always a clusterF of a line for this spot! Can't go wrong with the combo vermicelli salad or their drinks. Their fish sauce here hits so well! It's just right not too overpowering and they don't skimp on the sauce! You can simply ask for more if you need! This is def a new fave spot holy moly! read more

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I met up with a friend here for a late weekday lunch, and it was still pretty busy as we waited about 10-15 minutes for a table. I ordered the tomato bún riêu noodles (without the pork blood), and my friend got a rice plate with shredded pork, pork chop, fish cake, egg cake, and an egg roll. The portions were huge, we both ended up with leftovers. That said, I felt like both dishes were a bit underwhelming in flavor and could've used more seasoning. I still prefer Nha Trang on Valley when it comes to bún riêu. On the plus side, service was quick and friendly, and the menu here is much more extensive, with a variety of fish dishes and desserts. Perhaps their pho or bun noodle dishes will be better. read more

Com Tam Kieu - Vietnamese Near Me - San Gabriel, California

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Love this place! Love how yummy and strong their Vienamese coffee is. Super clean place. Parking: parking lot/ street parking. Service is quick. Everything you order is yummy and the portions are quite large. read more

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I've had this place many times, and it's usually pretty crowded. I had food delivered this time, and I like that the portions are quite large. The food itself was delicious, and the to-go packaging is excellent. I tried the following items: Hu Tieu Mi Nam Vang - So good. It came with a nice bowl of soup, and the dry version had a sweet and savory sauce. There was a large selection of meats, and it ended up being enough for two meals. (4.5/5) Com Tam - A staple here and always worth getting. I got it with baked egg, shredded pork, and grilled beef. The portion of rice was huge and also ended up being two meals. Great value. (4.5/5) I was told the wait would be 30 minutes, and every time I've been here, we've had to wait if we didn't come early. Definitely plan ahead. read more

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Went to Com Tam Kieu in San Gabriel today for lunch and ordered the number 34 com tam bi cha bo nuong tau hu ky which is broken rice with shredded pork, egg with crab, charbroiled beef and bean curd skin. They are known for their broken rice so make sure to order that if you come here. It really comes down to what type foods you like along side your rice as all the plates are customizable. If they have that item you want, you can always ask them to add it on top of your order. The meats have a nice charred taste to it and everything goes well with fish sauce. I like to add chili to my fish sauce for a touch of spice. The plate comes with a couple cucumbers and pickled carrot and daikon. Each rice plate comes with a bowl of soup as well for you to start off. My friends and I ordered the banh beo which are mini rice cakes topped with shredded shrimp and I believe mung bean paste and fish sauce. The rice cakes were soft and loaded with plenty of toppings on top. You add some fish sauce and try to slurp it up in one gulp. My friends and I came on Wednesday at 1:30pm and there was about a 20 minute wait which was odd. They have plenty of tables inside but the parking lot is small. We were able to find street parking and you can always check the back for parking as well. Average price per plate is about $15 which is not too bad as it is a pretty large plate. Service is friendly and food comes out pretty quick after you order. Place accepts card but there is a 3% charge. No charge on debit card but cash is king. read more

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Your go-to spot for affordable vietnamese food in the 626. The portion and value are pretty much unmatched. Everytime I visit this spot, there's always a line. So expect to wait a bit, especially with a bigger party. Stamp of approval from my grandparents too. Charbroiled pork rice plate, 8/10: FAT portion. Comforting. Familiar. No surprises, a dish that always delivers exactly what you want. They don't skimp on the proteins. You can choose to add the vietnamese quiche, pork skin; I'd recommend it. Not many other spots do this, but they add crispy fried pork skin on top of the rice. It also comes with a small bowl of broth that you can chase the rice with. So good. Cha gio, 8.2/10: Tastes homey. I always appreciate spots that use the rice paper instead of the typical egg roll wrapper since it creates a different textural experience. They're plump and filled. A little too greasy sometimes though. read more

Com Tam Kieu - Charbroiled pork rice plate and cha gio (in the back) - Vietnamese Near Me - San Gabriel, California

Amazing food. Seems to be the local to go to spot. We got there 20 minutes before close and the place was packed full. Literally every seat was full. The food was fast and delicious. I would love love to go back . The pho was amazing. The lychee rose juice was sweet and yummy. The vermicelli was yummers. 10/10 read more

Com Tam Kieu - Vietnamese Near Me - San Gabriel, California

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I ordered the bun rieu here and banh beo for takeout. The ambiance of the restaurant looked authentic and cozy. The cashier was quick and it was an easy pickup. The bun rieu was legit, very flavorful and even had tofu & pork's blood in it. I don't usually eat those but needed some iron since I was feeling sick so it did the trick. The banh beo blew me away. It had plenty of tasty toppings like ground shrimp, crispy pork rind, and fried onion. Do I dare say this might be the best banh beo I've had in like the last few years?? Yes! Both the portions were huge. I was able to eat both over two separate meals so it was worth it. Can't wait to go back for more delicious banh beo. read more

Com Tam Kieu - Banh Beo (to go) - Vietnamese Near Me - San Gabriel, California

I heard their broken rice is very popular, so I ordered #30 which came with pork chop, shredded pork, steamed egg and shrimp paste, along with some pickled veggies and side of soup. It was delicious. The rice is a bit dry but I think that's how it is, but when you eat it with the side of soup it comes with its perfect. The rice soaks up the soup very well. Great combo! Or drench it in their fish sauce which was good. Their steamed egg was so flavorful, the best thing on the plate. Next time I'll skip the charred beef, it was on the drier side. I much prefer the pork chop which was surprisingly more softer and juicy. I'd skip #35, just get the #30 combo. I ordered to go, came on a Monday afternoon and it was packed. They are def popular that they are busy on a Monday afternoon. read more

Com Tam Kieu - #35 char beef - Vietnamese Near Me - San Gabriel, California

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Ok ok, I am adding 2 stars to my previous review, making this a 5-star restaurant. Since my last review, this place has revitalized their space, their menu, and their quality. Wow! I love their pho but this place is known for their com tam. Service is good. This place can get super busy and packed. They play top 40 hits, usually have the news playing on mute on the TV, and with a packed restaurant, I didn't find it to be particularly noisy. Parking lot is small but I usually can find parking. Overall, the food is a must! Buying to-go is also good to bring home for an easy dinner. read more

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We usually come here on Friday nights. Get the rice combo with steamed egg, chicken and pork skin. Spring rolls or egg rolls. Their bun rieu is really good. Haven't tried the pho yet. I like the soda xi muoi that they make. Servers are really attentive and quick. The noise level isn't that loud. We'll definitely come back for more yummy Vietnamese food. read more

Wow, I barely recognized this place! I just visited for the first time since the renovation and menu revamp, and the vibe is completely different. The inside environment is super clean now and looks great with all the neon lighting. A few tips before you go: * The Wait: Even on a weekday, this place is packed. There were huge crowds outside when we left. * Timing: Try to get there between 5:00 PM and 6:00 PM. If you show up any later, expect at least an hour wait. * Portions: Be warned--every single dish is huge. We came for the beef rib soup and pho. The bowls are massive and loaded with high-quality meat; honestly, my wife and I couldn't even finish one bowl between the two of us! We also noticed the grilled pork, egg rolls, and Banh Beo are super popular. They used to be known mostly for their broken rice, but we were too full to even try it this time. I did manage to fit in the three-color dessert drink, which was a nice treat. Despite how busy it was, the service was solid and the table turnover was fast. This is definitely the spot if you want to explore dishes from all different regions of Vietnam. We'll definitely be back to try more, but we're bringing a bigger appetite next time! read more

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I initially intended to eat here but after walking up at 1:15 PM with a long line out the door with a waitlist of at least 30 minutes, I decided to do a take order to go. The food was excellent. The quality was in abundance all for 17.99. It even came with a small soup to go. That's not pictured here. The location isn't very large, but the demand is quite high and I think in that corner in the same lot they're opening another location. Good for them and kudos. The food is excellent! read more

Com Tam Kieu - Vietnamese Near Me - San Gabriel, California

人間的風，來回的吹，常覺得來日方長，但新年的煙火，已在天際間閃爍微光，冬至即將到來，再向前一步， 又將是春暖花開，年歲就是這樣在光陰裡斑駁，在撕扯中結束，回憶過往，不捨與惆悵只能忘懷，期待未來，計劃著明年，美麗的詩與遠方～ 前陣子跟兩個小孩臨時約在他們那附近吃飯， 女兒想介紹我個餐廳， 沒想到媽咪還是來過了，，兒子說這家是他跟他女友的小廚房， 學校早點下課時，就會過來品嚐， 最好吃的是他家的炸春捲，炸的非常酥脆，跟別家越南店就是不一樣，我點了上次來非常喜歡的蛋麵約冬粉混在一起的套餐，因為還配了一碗大碗的大骨清湯，兩個小孩對我這碗也是讚譽有加，剩下的也都全部包回他們的公寓了，他們各點了不同配料的越南河粉， 大碗，好吃，很大碗還是小孩最喜歡的原因， 我還點了份蝦捲，這道就中規中矩，分數不增不減， 這家在 San Gabriel 的名店，唯一的缺點就是要排隊， 不然真的是家好棒棒，值得常來的好餐廳！ read more

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I ordered the com tam with pork chop and the bun beo! The pork chop rice was so delicious and the portion was HUGE!! The bun beo was prettt good with some real crab on it as well. The food came out really quickly and I was able to get the server's attention quickly too. This is more of a family restaurant and a nice sit down ambience! read more

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Overall: Food portions are HUGE! Food is delicious and well seasoned. It's always crowded so be prepared to wait a bit at peak times! The Service: Service is very quick and efficient. Despite the restaurant being really crowded, we were seated quickly. They gave us a little bit of time and took our order, then next thing you know, our food is out! Service is no frills, it's not a super fancy restaurant so don't expect fine dining level of service. The Food: My entire group ordered a variation of the broken rice dish with pork chop. Even though the price is about $14 - $18 a plate, the amount of the food they give is crazy. Plenty of meat/protein, with a lot of rice. Two people in my group even shared a plate. We had ordered extra rice too and it felt like they gave us so much rice! We had plenty of leftovers that served as lunch for us the next day. The meat was super flavorful and I loved that they offer the fried shrimp cake with the broken rice (which is my favorite and most places don't serve that!) The cha (steamed pork cake) also comes with a salted egg yolk which was a delight to have as well. In addition, we ordered the fresh spring rolls which was fresh and filled with plenty of protein and veggies. It paired well with the peanut sauce. Price: $14-18 a plate which can be seen as very pricey, but they gave so much food, it was crazy! It was worth every single penny. The Atmosphere: Very busy restaurant with a bright atmosphere. Things move fast here since they are super busy. Parking: Located in a strip mall and parking can be limited if they are super crowded. You may have to park on the street if you're unlucky. read more

Com Tam Kieu - Cơm Tấm Bì Chả Sườn, Tàu Hủ Ky, Lạp Xưởng - Vietnamese Near Me - San Gabriel, California

my favorite place for com tam. I love the korean beef chops so i always get that! there's always a line here so that's how you know the food is bomb bc asians dont like to wait in line especially for some casual food like this. their menu is so extensive there's dry noodles and noodle soups and basically something for everyone so the whole family can eat here. read more

Com Tam Kieu - Cơm Tấm Sườn Bò Đại Hàn, Bún Gà Nướng Chả Giò - Vietnamese Near Me - San Gabriel, California

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Our first time here on a Saturday early evening for dinner and the restaurant was busy with people waiting outside. We even saw a couple of outdoor tables with people enjoying their meals. We didn't have to wait more than 15 minutes for a table for 4. We had recommendations to try the appetizers of steamed rice cakes, broken rice dishes and dry noodles served w/ a side of bone broth soup. The bone broth soup was warming and full of flavor. My husband wasn't a big fan of the steamed rice appetizers but he really liked the dry noodles with grilled chicken and the soup. All of the dishes were very tasty and satisfying. If you have not tried this restaurant yet, it is worth the visit. The price is not like you would find in Vietnam, but the food was delicious & authentic. read more

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This isn't your usual pho place but known for the broken rice plates and rolls. The wait for 8 people was about 10 minutes at 2:45 pm on Friday. The place was packed. I got the # 16 ribeye pho and it's diy. You get a small burner with broth and a fat plate of sides and noodles. I liked the broth and noodles. The meat was tender and generous portions. 3% surcharge for using cards so bring cash. Parking lot read more

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So yummy! This was the first time I've had Com Tam Kieu and this is a definite come back. My family and I ordered take-out since we usually pass by and notice a long line. It was easy to order! You can just call them and let them know what you want to order. It took about 20ish minutes for our order to be done. They have a small parking lot in front and street parking. The egg rolls are perfectly fried and the filling inside is still juicy. I had the Banh Hoi w/ Beef, Bean Curd, and Eggroll. The beef was so tender and flavorful. I also had a bite of the Bun Rieu and OH WOW was the soup so flavorful. My dad had the red rice w/ cornish hen and the hen was pretty generous in size. We took it back home and I think the hen dried up because my dad mentioned it was dry. read more

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I was recommended by a friend to try this place and I definitely regret not giving this place a try much sooner. The food is phenomenal! Their broken rice is delicious and definitely a must try! Also, not to mention their portions sizes are very generous and worth every single penny. I cannot wait to come back try more items soon!! read more

Com Tam Kieu - Vietnamese Near Me - San Gabriel, California

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PHO DAC BIET ... 4/10 Tried their pho also. Save yourself $15. They are not known for their Pho here. Pho was very bland and no flavor STICK to their specialty which is the pork chop n rice . everything else is mediocre or below read more

It gets pretty crowded here during dinner time so if you want to beat that rush, I would try to go here a little earlier! We got seated pretty fast for a party of four but the restaurant was already pretty filled up by 4 pm ish. The food is good and portions are good for the price! So far I've only had their Com Tam dishes, which have all been good. You can't go wrong with any of them. They actually cook broken rice the right way here! Because the portion was pretty big for a couple of us, we had to take our food to go! Always love when we get a second meal from our first meal. We got their banh beo appetizer and their egg roll. Good between 4 people to share. I liked how they added the veggies to your egg roll to eat with the fish sauce. Good crunch and flavor. The banh beo was good too, it was just a little too sticky where it made it hard to grab the whole piece without ruining it x) it was only available for dine-in! I forgot to take a photo sadly :( service was decent, they are quick to grab your order, and are pretty busy running around that sometimes it was hard to wave them down! They're pretty attentive when you're finishing up so they start cleaning up your table as you're boxing your food and paying. This is one of the most authentic Vietnamese cuisines in SGV. Def coming back! read more

Com Tam Kieu - Cơm Tấm Bì Chả Sườn, Tàu Hủ Ky, Lạp Xưởng - Vietnamese Near Me - San Gabriel, California

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One of the best spots for Vietnamese food in the SGV. My bf ordered togo and we were pleasantly surprised with how generous the portions were.. Not many places in this area serve cá la vong but it's comparable to OC quality. Served with generous amounts of veggies to make you feel healthy after eating. Would love to come back and dine in person next time! read more

Still keeping coming back to this place for com the grill pork is just nicely done and always consistent good flavor. Meat quantity could be increased or maybe it's better when you eat in person in the store. Love the side portions that are included along with the dish always busy less so if you're coming around closing time or pick up but still a good amount of people inside. Busy parking lot as usual. Price for one rice plate about $17 read more

Com Tam Kieu - Thit nuong - Vietnamese Near Me - San Gabriel, California

Came here on a Saturday for dinner and the place was packed! The com tam (broken rice) dish I got was delicious and it had so much food for the price point. The bun rieu was incredibly flavorful. I would love to try their rib eye soup next time! Definitely a great Vietnamese place in the SGV area! read more

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I went on Dec 31st and we had decided to do take out. To be honest, the take-out experience was a total MESS. They obviously do not prioritize to-go orders so be prepared to wait. Or maybe, it had something to do with it being new year's eve. It was the first time I did take out from here so I can't really say but we waited almost 30 minutes only for them to forget one of our orders. The only reason why I still gave them five stars though is because the quality and quantity is still fully there. I still enjoyed everything I ate very much. Although I would prefer and suggest to eat in instead of taking it to go! read more

Com Tam Kieu - FYI they are closed for a month! - Vietnamese Near Me - San Gabriel, California

This may be a hidden gem in the San Gabriel Valley. All of this food for $115 including tip... this is really hard to beat value-wise. Every dish that I've had was amazing - it's too long to list every single dish! My standout dish was definitely the ribeye pho - such a great pick! The service was also fast and high quality. I would definitely come back, and I recommend others to also try this place out too! read more

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I met up with old lunch friends of the past and was told this was the place where they serve you lots of food at a reasonable price especially the pho dishes. The pho Dac biet was plentiful which was gravy in my eyes. The broth was so tasty as soda. I slurped that up at the end. I also got the nem cuon roll which I really enjoyed too especially the peanut sauce it came with. All lovely food items I'll definitely come back for. We got there before the rush of lunch people. I looked outside and a line was forming. They've been at this location for about two years but have a total of three locations in the area. I felt a little crammed in my seat as the aisles were tight and my head was bumped twice while eating. They have parking but in front and back of this strip mall plus plenty of street parking. read more

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FAST We were in Rosemead for a project and stopped by Com Tam Kieu around 11:30, and there were people waiting to be sat. So really excited to eat at a place the locals were lined up at. Food: not sure what it was I ate, not sure I ate it correctly, but I took a picture. It was really good. My friend got Pho and a side of some meat along with Thai Iced Tea. Atmosphere: this place was packed, Service: service was great. Tip: with the short wait. read more

Com Tam Kieu - Vietnamese Near Me - San Gabriel, California