I have wanting to try a bowl of Banh Canh for the longest time and finally pulled the trigger. I saw this place was one of the favorites of many so I thought I'd come here and give it a try. Now it's summer time and the weather is hot and humid but that didn't stop me from having a nice piping hot bowl of soup! I ordered the Banh Canh with crab, shrimp paste, pork, fried fish paste and fried squid paste. At first I wasn't sure what to expect as I never had Banh Canh but I can say it was good. I love the thick consistency and the seafood flavor with the thick noodles. I enjoyed putting some spice and lime to add a little kick. The staff here are friendly and the food comes out quick! But I've also come at times where I assumed it wasn't busy. So I got to enjoy my soup in peace without any large crowds. The restaurant itself has booths all around and tables within the center to accommodate bigger groups. Definitely will be a recurring customer! read more

Hoa Binh Restaurant - Multiple banh canh options - Vietnamese Near Me - Garden Grove, California

Hoa Binh is a no-frills spot that I came to specifically to try bánh canh, a different type of Vietnamese noodle dish that was new to me. I got the 1A Special with everything. The noodles are thick and chewy, almost udon-adjacent, and the soup itself is super thick with a strong crab flavor. Very flavorful, hearty, and comforting. Definitely something worth trying if you want to branch out from your usual bowl of pho. We also got the egg rolls, which were super crunchy and really good. read more

Hoa Binh Restaurant - Vietnamese Near Me - Garden Grove, California

Spacious clean restaurant. Located on the corner of a street. It has its own parking lot. Service was quick and staff was friendly. We enjoyed our food; everything was flavorful. The Banh Canh hit the spot and it was just the right portion. It was loaded with yummy ingredients and very hearty. We also liked their Banh Beo because it was an appetizer not a whole meal in itself. Seven pieces was perfect. The Com Tam was good too. Great place for comfort food. Definitely will come back. read more

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A small restaurant on the corner of the street. This placed used to be my parent's and aunt's go-to for pho, but now it's well-known for it's banh canh! My friend really wanted to try it, so we each ordered a bowl of different types of banh canh. I ordered the #5, which included shrimp balls and crab meat. It was ok! Less crab meat than I expected. The Chinese donut was also surprisingly pricey- 4 bucks for 2 pieces. Service was quick and staff was nice. read more

Hoa Binh Restaurant - Banh canh (#5) - Vietnamese Near Me - Garden Grove, California

1. The banh canh had a delicious light broth! The shrimp was jumbo! 2. The spot has chill casual vibes! The interior has a lot of space! 3. The staff was friendly and timely with my order! 4. There is only indoor seatings! There is a lot of tables! 5. Parking lot is small! Note: They do accept card transactions at a minimum purchase! Photo: Vietnamese Iced Coffee and Banh Canh Dac Biet read more

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This is now two restaurants in one building. I don't really like banh canh (the other restaurant). The banh xeo (Vietnamese savory pancake) was super crispy and super good! We asked for more veggies and herbs and the nuoc mam dipping sauce was perfection. I also had the catfish cooked in a clay pot and it was delicious. I would definitely order this again. It comes with a nice light broth and pickled veggies. Perfect for lent! I will be back to order this. Yummy read more

Hoa Binh Restaurant - Banh xeo was so good! - Vietnamese Near Me - Garden Grove, California

Visited a second time because I enjoyed the food last time & was charged for water this time around? Unsure as to how i feel about that. read more

Hoa Binh Restaurant - 2. Bánh Canh Miền Trung - Vietnamese Near Me - Garden Grove, California

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BEST banh canh cua in orange county I've been wanting to try this place from friends recommendations and social media and I was so pleased with the fast service and delicious food! read more

Hoa Binh Restaurant - Vietnamese Near Me - Garden Grove, California

Banh canh lived up to the social media hype, the broth and consistency was perfect! Banh beo was also so good! Ate here on a weekday, the restaurant was nice and quiet. Very casual. Great for a hang over day and can be shared with two people if you want to order other dishes. Will definitely be back. read more

Hoa Binh Restaurant - Vietnamese Near Me - Garden Grove, California

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Unfortunately, this place didn't live up to expectations. I ordered the wonton noodle soup, and while I was looking forward to it, it ended up being a disappointment. The soup was overpriced and the pieces of meat (I couldn't even tell if it was duck or chicken) were extremely dry and inedible. The broth itself was also lacking flavor. The banh canh was just okay, the broth was also pretty bland and needed much more depth and seasoning. read more

This place is such a hidden gem! It has that classic hole-in-the-wall vibe, but it's actually surprisingly spacious inside. We went on a Wednesday late afternoon and it wasn't busy at all, which made it really comfortable and relaxed. There's also plenty of parking, which is always a plus. I ordered the banh canh and it was absolutely loaded -- crab, shrimp, fish cake -- super hearty and filling. The broth was rich and flavorful without being too heavy. You can tell they don't skimp on the ingredients. The waitress recommended pairing the soup with a Chinese doughnut, and I'm so glad we listened. Dipping it into the broth was next level. The egg rolls were perfectly crispy and made it fun to eat -- that crunch was so satisfying. Service was warm and friendly, and we felt really taken care of. Overall, amazing comfort food, generous portions, and great service. Definitely coming back! read more

Hoa Binh Restaurant - Eggrolls w/Crab & Shrimp - Cha Gio Tom Cua 1A. Bánh Canh Đặc Biệt Diet Coke - Vietnamese Near Me - Garden Grove, California

I saw people on TikTok posting this place, and it didn't disappoint! The employees were extremely friendly. The food was tasty and piping hot (which is essential when it comes to soup). There's plenty of seating as well. read more

Hoa Binh Restaurant - Banh beo - Vietnamese Near Me - Garden Grove, California

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Couldn't decide which Vietnamese dish I wanted for lunch, so came here to dine since they had so many options on their menu. English was a bit limited, but the man who took our order was extremely kind and sweet. Service was great and we were checked on throughout our meal. Some food items may be a bit underwhelming in meat quantity. For example, the banh canh nha trang didn't seem to have an abundance of the meats/toppings, but it was still delicious and the serving size was satisfying. Great restaurant overall! Note: There is a fee for water (I think 50 cents for to-go cup of water) read more

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I never know there are that many options for bánh canh! You can customize however you want, there are two types of broth and a variety of meat/other toppings. Will be my go to place for Bánh canh now. read more

Hoa Binh Restaurant - Vietnamese Near Me - Garden Grove, California

Came to this restaurant for banh canh but will be returning for the banh beo. The banh beo was so fresh and bouncy, the shrimp and onions on top added the perfect texture and came with a fish sauce and chili paste. The banh canh was thick and comforting, and the shrimp it came with was HUGE. Food came out super fast and the staff were very attentive. read more

Hoa Binh Restaurant - 1A. Bánh Canh Đặc Biệt - Vietnamese Near Me - Garden Grove, California

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My daughter was telling how me good this place was and kept asking me to come here with her. So I did. We both ordered #5 Udon with thick broth (Bahn Cahn Hue). The broth was supposed to be made with crabmeat but it didn't taste like it. The udon noodles was so overcooked that it broke in pieces once you pick it up with the chopsticks. So I had to use the soup spoon to pick it up carefully. It supposed to have crab meat in it but I only sound like one long piece of crab meat and four pieces of fried fish paste. At this point, this bowl is just overcooked broken udon and thick cornstarch soup. Also. I wish they would have let customers know they charge $1.50 for iced tap water. I would have just brought my hydroflask inside. Service was not so attentive and you have to pay at the cash register when done. We drove from LA to this place just to have a bad experience. Not worth the time, money, and drive to this place. Biggest regret. There are places in LA with much better Vietnamese food and service. Not coming back nor would I recommend. read more

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I ordered doordash and my white rice is not white .... it's old and yellow/brown smells old too. I gave 2 star cuz some of the food is good here. read more

Hoa Binh Restaurant - Vietnamese Near Me - Garden Grove, California

My Go-To pho place when I'm around!!! Been coming here since it was 50% off pho when dining in!!! Brought my now husband here to try pho the first time 16 years ago and he was hooked!!! The service is always good! Wish my dad taught me Vietnamese so I can order in the language!!! I try to try things my dad would have gotten if he was still alive. This place just makes me miss him and love the culture!!! My Pho Combo was so much food that I took more than half home!!! read more

Hoa Binh Restaurant - Pho Special Combo - Pho Phuoc Loc Tho - Vietnamese Near Me - Garden Grove, California

absolutely love this place! the banh canh is soo flavorful, the broth is a good consistency, and the portions are huge! at first i thought the bowl wasn't too much food until i realized how DEEP the bowl is. service was quick, they weren't too busy when i went. lots of seating, casual restaurant read more

Got the 1A. Bánh Canh Đặc Biệt with a Chinese donut and it was amazing. Super soft udon noodles, yummy hot thick broth, and delicious shrimp ball/fried squid paste. Very friendly and quick service with lots of seating! Will be coming back in the future! read more

Hoa Binh Restaurant - 1A. Bánh Canh Đặc Biệt - Vietnamese Near Me - Garden Grove, California

stale egg rolls super oily , old oil, egg rolls are gross old owner makes better egg rolls , read more

Hoa Binh Restaurant - new owner - Vietnamese Near Me - Garden Grove, California

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I feel like this place is underrated. Every time my friends and I go it's not that busy. Not sure why because they have the BEST BANH CANH soup in OC, in my opinion. The A1 banh canh dac biet thick soup and an order the fried Chinese donuts on the side is my go to. My friends and I come to eat here at least once or twice a week. We crave it so much, even on a hot day. They have a pretty big menu, I haven't tried much of the other food, but it looks good on the menu/photo. I always say I'll try a different dish next time we go, but I end up getting the banh canh instead. It's too good haha. The ambiance is nice, like a typical restaurant. They have booths and tables, you choose where you want to sit. The place is pretty big and spacious and the staff are very nice. I always see the two grandpas working there. They make me feel at home. They are so sweet and nice. They always give my daughter those rice crackers when we check out. They are closed on Tuesdays. I know this because of the amount of times my friends and I pulled up on a Tuesday just to find out they're closed. Overall, 5 stars for service and delicious food! One of my fave restaurants in OC! Hands down! read more

Solid Vietnamese restaurant that offers pho, bun, rice dishes and noodles, to name a few. They have plenty of parking space in their private lot. There were only 3 tables occupied when I came in on a Saturday night. The gentleman gave me the menu and I ordered and received my food within minutes. I ordered #25, the well done brisket and meatball pho. The broth was delicious. They do not skimp on the meats. All the condiments on the table were fully stocked, which is a big plus! read more

Hoa Binh Restaurant - 25. Pho with Well Done Brisket and Meatballs - Vietnamese Near Me - Garden Grove, California

Highly recommend this place if you're new to Vietnamese food. The pho here is always good, you can choose a smaller or larger bowl. They have a diverse menu, we love trying out new appetizers here. The rolls are a must, whether it's egg rolls or spring rolls. They have a ton of drinks, we love Thai tea. As for most Vietnamese restaurants, they're ready for you to order ASAP, haha. Really great setting for families and groups. Lots of seating, peaceful environment. read more

Hoa Binh Restaurant - Pho Special Combo - Pho Phuoc Loc Tho, Banh Beo, Grilled Pork Spring Rolls - Nem cuon - Vietnamese Near Me - Garden Grove, California

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My goto spot for mi hoanh thanh and no frills Vietnamese food. They combined their menu with the banh canh place across the street. This place has been in business forever, at least 20 years. Solid and consistent. read more

Hoa Binh Restaurant - Eggrolls with Crab and Shrimp - Cha gio tom cua - Vietnamese Near Me - Garden Grove, California

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Pho dac biet , to go lacking big time in ingredients and quantity. Last visit to this restaurant! read more

Hoa Binh Restaurant - Pho dac biet to go - Vietnamese Near Me - Garden Grove, California

We stopped in for lunch on a Saturday and were seated right away. The waitress was friendly and made us feel welcomed. The menu offered a lot of great options, but we decided on the grilled pork spring rolls to start, followed by the rare steak and brisket pho (small and large size available), and the grilled pork chop special with broken rice. Everything was delicious - the flavors were spot on, and the portions were generous. One thing to note, though, is they charge $0.50 for water per person. read more

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I came here a lot for the fried chicken and other food cravings and the rice I don't know why the rice is so delicious however I prefer a added bowl of it when I go out to order to go. The service is fast and my need to get more for any party event is found. The place is packed and lively and would often find it easier to take to go. read more

I had a really solid dining experience here tonight. We ordered a broken rice dish, a vermicelli dish, and an egg middle soup. Everything was tasty and the portions were large. The service was efficient and friendly. Glad we arrived when we did on a Sunday night (7pm). A few minutes later, the place was packed with patrons. My kids especially enjoyed the special complimentary crackers at the end of our meal as we left. read more

Came with a party of 12.It is a good place if you want a variety of viet food so people can choose whatever they want to eat. The serving sizes were so big. The food was decent, the banh beos were very good! We ordered bun thit nuong, com tam suong nuong, pho, mi hoanh thanh, banh xeo, and banh beo. It did not take very long for the food to come out even though we had a big party. The soup that came with the com tam was very yummy and delicious. read more

Hoa Binh Restaurant - Vietnamese Near Me - Garden Grove, California

Vietnamese food right on the border of little Saigon and fountain valley. We've driven by many times and their neon lit facade is eye-catching and memorable at night. Because of the location there is plenty of options and competition so the food has to be decent. Vermicelli noodles with grilled pork, egg rolls, and cha lua. Cha lua is a spongey pork sausage that my wife normally loves, I liked that it was grill d but it was incredibly salty. Even taking a piece and mixing mgnit with a spring roll to dilute it wasn't enough to calm the saltiness down. Noodles, pork, and egg rolls were fine. Banh Xeo, came soggy defeating the whole point of getting banh xeo. So many local places have the technique down to make this and banh khot nice and crispy. Ingredients were also very sparse with most of the insides being bean sprouts and not much shrimp or meat. read more

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Order food take too long, I'm no patient too eat This is the 1st and the last to stop by read more

The new owner said it was now 2 restaurants in one. Que anh Que em n Hoa Binh but after eating 2 items I can say categorically that's not the case. I love the old Hoa Binh I believe the owner was Chinese from VN so the Chinese food was authentic like all their Chowmein, the new owner is I believe NVN. I ordered chow mein I stress I wanted beef n seafood, I got cha siu? And a bunch of calamari that looked like rubber bands n tasted like rubber bands too! and a few shrimps. I ate it it was ok I guess. The appetizer was grilled pork roll (nem nuong cuon) are they joking or what? Prove me wrong but I think this was a gross tasting SPAM, I'd never eat spam even when I was a starving college student, why would anyone do that? If that was not spam why did it look like crushed tofu, the sauce was good though. I'm fed up w the bad food around here I just booked at a beachfront 5,stars all inclusive hotel in Cabo w ayce drink n eat continental cuisine m. Needless to say I ditched it, I think 3,stars might be generous. I did rate the udon side of resto 4 stars. I was sad the old owner quit, every other restaurant is on their last leg except the kei concept group which got every young adult following them like he was a snake charmer. I'm debating if I want to give it another chance to try their bun cha. read more

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We came with two orders and waited over 40 minutes, but our food still hadn't arrived. The wait was taking forever, and no updates were given. We ended up leaving and going somewhere else. Really disappointing experience. read more

Ate at this restaurant 2 times In the past week and they charge more for to go orders and hides it on the receipt by not showing the breakdown like on a normal itemized receipt. There are many other tasty vietnamese places you can try instead Only eat here if you are dining in read more

Hoa Binh Restaurant - Scammers! When you take food to go they charge more - Vietnamese Near Me - Garden Grove, California

Food 5/5 Very generous with meats, first time trying Banh Beo, am a big fan. Pho 7/10 Lighter broth, has all the essentials. Service 4/5 Very quick and ready. Just need to grab staff attention for water or napkins. Across the street from Pho 79 if you don't want to wait in line and just want decent pho. read more

My wife wanted to go to the "popular" Pho 79 which is across the street. I said hell no we ain't going to that sh*t hole. Hoa Binh has always been my go to for broken rice pork, egg, shredded pork plate. They haven't disappointed me with other dishes as well. read more

Hoa Binh Restaurant - My favorite dish. Great portion, tasty, fills me up. - Vietnamese Near Me - Garden Grove, California

I guess it's been forever since I have reviewed hoa binh, hoa long has it binh? No idea. Long enough that yelp lost my previous review! So this feels like the first time! I feel like Madonna when she talks about how it feels like the first time! A virgin, you might say! Let me say that I have returned since the whole pandemic! But now that I have returned without any mandates, it is so freeing!! I believe Roosevelt said "give me pho or give me death!" So they gave me pho and some eggs rolls! So delish! That's what freedom tastes like! Give me freedom in my mouth!! Anyway still highly recommend hoa binh even if its been a while. Things haven't changed and I love that! read more

They say people do the same things because of complacency and comfort. Hoa Binh is just that. There are so many times my hubs and I want to try new restaurants but we find ourselves coming back to our favorites to enjoy the comfort of what we know best. With their extensive menu and the variety of dishes they offer, everything has been delicious with no complaints. I love having the option to eat different kinds of foods/dishes that we can share. We frequent Hoa Binh when we want a bit of everything. My husband enjoys their pho. Especially when we don't want to wait at Pho 79. He also loves their com tam plates. The canh chua is one of my favorites. It's the right amount of acidity and sweetness. Both shrimp and catfish have been good and they add lots of veggies in the bowl. It's large for the price! The service is great and the food comes out quickly. Definitely one of our favorite restaurants when we go to Garden Grove! read more

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Surprise fee of $1.50 per water cup so make sure to get the unlimited refill they offer for a purchase of a cup... or just bring your own drink Don't even get me started with the overcooked udon. Couldn't even pick them up with my chopsticks before them breaking into macaroni sized strands. read more