Food was delicious Service was quick…read more Ambiance depends on what side of the place you sat. We went to try out the new salad stuffers they did not disappoint at all so delicious and with a small cup of soup. It was amazing... chicken Caesar and Mediterranean salad those were our choices. Broccoli cheddar soup and chicken noodle. I'm hoping to go back again before they stop making them.

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One of the best Thai restaurants hands and knees down…read more This place consistently delivers some of the best Thai food around, and it never disappoints. Every single dish is amazing, and even though I've developed my go-to staples, there's always something new worth trying. Favorites include the sum woo sen (clear bean thread noodle salad) and the stir-fried eggplant, but honestly, there are so many standout dishes that it's hard to narrow it down. Beyond the food, what really makes this restaurant special is the people behind it. The owner is incredibly friendly, humble, and clearly works nonstop day and night to make sure everything is just right. His wife, the chef, consistently turns out flavorful, thoughtful dishes that you can tell are made with care and pride. They're also very clean and did I say friendly? They make you feel like family or a friend. I also work for a company that regularly orders from here, and we're far from the only ones. Large companies like Chevron, Bio-Rad, Kaiser, and many others frequently order as well. Even more impressive, although the restaurant is located in Richmond, companies in Daly City and other cities 20+ miles away go out of their way to order from here. That alone says a lot. This is a small, lovely Thai restaurant that is truly doing its thing by earning loyal customers, making waves well beyond its neighborhood, and absolutely deserving of the praise it gets. Highly recommended. David and wife, you guys rock! The food, service and friendliness totally satisfies every single time.

Easily the best Thai food in the area. The food is consistently delicious...two qualities that are…read moresurprisingly hard to find together, especially with Thai food. Every dish I've had has been thoughtful, balanced, and clearly made with care. On top of that, the people here are genuinely wonderful- pleasant, attentive, and kind in a way that feels authentic, not performative. It's the kind of place that makes you want to come back, not just for the food, but for how welcome you feel. An outstanding family restaurant.

Hidden gem in El Sobrante that serves up some of the best Laotian and Thai food in the Bay Area…read more Every time we visit, must-orders are the Nam Khao (crispy rice ball salad with fermented pork sausage and fresh herbs) and Ka Soy (Laotian noodle soup). If you see Nam Khao on the menu of a Laotian/Thai restaurant, that means they know what they are doing just because it's so labor-intensive to make a salad(!) and the fermented pork has to be damn-near perfect for this salad to really shine and round out the fresh herbs and seasonings which includes lime juice, vinegar, and fish sauce. Ka Soy (the noodle soup) is a comfort food enjoyed in Southeast Asia. It's not the Thai-style where it's a curry broth and the noodles are fried, so let's not get it mixed up. Instead, it's bone broth that been simmered for hours and it's somewhat a lighter broth. The noodles are wide rice noodles in a big bowl of hot broth served with a mixture of ground pork cooked down with tomatoes along with fresh bean sprouts, scallions, and cilantro - simply a divine noodle soup that a must-try. It's not overly complex in terms of flavor, but it's a bowl of good ol' noodle soup that is comforting and great-tasting. If you haven't tried Laotian food, give Sue's Kitchen a try. try some new flavors and you may just become a regular (if you aren't already). The owners are friendly too! It's a husband-and-wife team!

Wow. We haven't been back in this area since moving to Marin county. This place is a hidden gem…read more You guys are lucky to have them in your town. One of the best Thai restaurants in the Bay Area for sure. Large portions as well. Will be back.

It has been years since I dine inside Original Mels. I dine inside with two people and we were…read moreseated right away. I had eggs with sausages and hashbrown. The problem was my eggs were sunny side up, not scramble. I did not complain about my order being wrong but I just ate it. When Pinole location open I did not have to go to Berkeley or San Francisco to have Mels. I will admit the service at Mels is OK. The food is good and lot better than dining at The Embers I will return to Original Mels to dine with them.

F*ck someone help this place. Worst Mel's I've been to by far…read more When someone walks in be sure to greet them, even just a little acknowledgement does wonders, like a "hey we'll be with you in a minute" just something. This place wasn't even busy, maybe 8-10 tables that's it. After standing there for 5-10 minutes watching 2 people check out, we were told to just sit wherever. After sitting for another 10 minutes watching the 2 other servers repeatedly pass by I had to get up and go grab our own menus. Only to get a look of astonishment from the lady at the check out area and a lady server. Luckily Jesse finally came and helped us. He told us he had been on break. He was super polite and honestly all you other servers there could take some cues from him. Glad we had him as our server and the only reason I gave this 3 stars and not 1

The grilled rib eye pho is the best pho I've had in a long time!…read more The staff was nice and took our order quick and were fast to refill our waters. However, there were plenty of tables that had food still sitting on them after guests left which was kinda off putting. The atmosphere isn't anything special; it's a big box with lots of tables. Certainly come back for that grilled rib eye pho, it was BOMB!

Best Pho restaurant in the area hands down! Beef Stew & #2…read moregrilled beef ribeye pho are my go to's. Gets busy on certain days but always worth the wait.

Wonderful service and food. We love coming here, though most times it is a to-go order…read more We had the Walnut Prawns which were big and tasty. The fried rice wasn't too dry. The salt and pepper fish was se t back because it was way too salty, but they remade it with no issue. The second order of the fish tasted better. The War Won Ton soup was a delicious comfort food. Everything was really good. We will return soon. Thank you!

Best lunch special in the east bay! I recommend the salt…read morepepper fish with fried rice. Really good Singapore noodles as well.

Love the food pho is delicious wonderful service easy parking you well love everything on the menuread more

Walked in and didn't see any staff, so I went straight to the ladies' restroom - it's tiny. Came…read moreback out... still no one. Rang the bell twice before a lady appeared and directed me to sit on the other side of the restaurant. Adventure begins. It was COLD where I sat, so I asked for a cup of hot tea -- problem solved. The menu, though? Massive. Pho, salads, Vietnamese sandwiches, porridge, vegetarian dishes, noodle soups, vermicelli bowls, rice plates, chow mein, catering options... and about 30 drinks including fruit shakes with boba. If you can't find something here, that's on you. Parking is easy since they have their own lot - always a win around here. Now, about the staff -- I mention this because credit is due. Everyone appears to be older (50+), clearly hardworking folks grinding it out to make a living, and they're genuinely nice. Don't expect much small talk in English though -- they're polite, efficient, and focused on getting things done rather than chatting, which is totally fine. Just a "here's your food, enjoy" kind of vibe. One funny (but slightly distracting) thing: there was a full-on conversation happening in the kitchen between a lady and a man, and it was loud enough that I could clearly hear it from my seat. I felt like I was unintentionally eavesdropping. Maybe turn the kitchen decibel down just a notch? Final downside: a $0.50 to-go charge and a $1.38 'merchant fee.' I find these additional charges off-putting and they give me pause about returning. On principle, I believe these are operating costs the establishment should absorb rather than fees that are passed on to the customer. Overall: extensive menu options, hardworking staff, easy parking -- but the mediocre food, extra fees and a few quirks will keep me away and keep it from being a slam dunk.

Great portions but the soup could have been more spicy ! It…read morewas a nice quick bite ! Great to have a noodle place in the area and hope to go back soon !

Great customer service and amazing food. They are extremely kind and welcoming. I 100% recommend.read more

Excelente comida y ambiente del restaurante, con mi familia quedamos felices por el trato de la…read moremanager Ana que nos atendio muy amable , las hamburguesas las recomiendo

The drinks are really good during a ladies night out during happy hour, but depends on who's…read moreworking service is awful but sometimes you could have good luck on a meal anyway I'm in between my ratings for Food and Service

Just the perfect little hole in the wall and very unsuspecting-- all the makings of a great…read moreneighborhood Vietnamese restaurant. My family and I have been going here for years. Great portions and flavorful broth. Service is always very fast and welcoming.

Solid Vietnamese restaurant hidden in El Sobrante. There are others in the area, but the food here…read moreis really good. Stopped by here to give it a try, and was really hungry. Service is fast and you are seated quickly. Our good came fast once our order was placed. Each meal was full of flavor! You can tell this place is popular since most of the tables were full. Planning to come back for their sandwiches next time