Kai Vietnamese Cuisine is currently my favorite Vietnamese restaurant for pho and fresh spring rolls in the Tulsa Metropolitan Area. Located in downtown Tulsa, Kai Vietnamese Cuisine offers customers authentic Vietnamese food with a modern atmosphere. The restaurant is the only Vietnamese restaurant that offers a bar serving alcohol. The Vietnamese pho at Kai was delicious. The broth was savory and aromatic. The pho vegetables plate was bountiful. My favorite aspect of the soup was the pho noodles, just soft enough to maintain that springy texture that's so difficult to achieve. The fresh spring rolls were also excellent. Kai does not shy from giving customers jumbo size spring rolls. I also love the hot tea served at this restaurant which uses dried tea leaves. If there's a criticism with Kai, it would be the lack of variety of meats in their combination pho which only had 3 different meats, far fewer than what's standard for this dish. read more

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NGL. The BEST pho broth I've ever had! I mean I am not exaggerating when I say the flavor profile is AMAZING! I was genuinely upset I didn't have enough room to finish the remaining broth! The sandwich was also extremely delicious and we ate on the patio, such a vibe! This was recommended to me by a local and they did not miss or disappoint! The customer service was also great and quick!! I can't wait to come back! read more

Kai Vietnamese Cuisine - Beef steak Pho - Vietnamese Near Me - Tulsa, Oklahoma

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Excellent lunch. Everything was very good. Nice little patio. Friendly service. We're moving to another state, but hopefully we'll get a chance to come here again on trips back to see family. It's definitely worth it. read more

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WOW!! My family and I were visiting Tulsa and this place was an absolute GEM! When you walk in, the staff are super cheerful, friendly and happy to answer all questions about the menu. It is a sleek environment with the most amazing Vietnamese food! There really is something for everyone there. The pork is soft and sweet, with deep eggy broth on the wonton soup (which is INCREDIBLE)! The fluffy pork bao paired perfectly with the soft steam dumplings. We have a lot of great Vietnamese restaurants back in Dallas, but this one may be the best i've had so far! Keep up the great work and we'll hopefully be back soon! read more

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We had a fantastic business lunch at Kai, and it absolutely hit the mark. Our group of six was seated quickly thanks to a call-ahead from our host (pro tip: this place stays busy--plan ahead!). The food was the real star. We started with a spread of appetizers that were out-of-this-world delicious: Vietnamese Egg Rolls, Shrimp & Pork Spring Rolls, Grilled Pork Spring Rolls, and Crab Rangoons. Every bite was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared--crisp textures, bold flavors, and that signature Vietnamese balance of savory, sweet, and tangy. I'm a huge fan of Vietnamese cuisine, and while I usually go for Pho or a Vermicelli bowl, the warm weather had me leaning toward something lighter. The Grilled Shrimp Banh Mi was perfect--crusty yet soft bread, succulent shrimp, fresh herbs, and veggies. The touch of fish sauce brought it all together. Absolutely exquisite. Service was also top-tier. Our server, T, was fast, attentive, and super friendly. So good, in fact, I made sure to get his name before we left. Everyone at our table loved what they ordered, and I left already thinking about my next visit. This place is a must if you're in downtown Tulsa. Just make sure to call ahead--your taste buds will thank you! read more

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When I came to Tulsa, I was looking for some good Vietnamese food. Coming for a business trip, I came across this place on local eats to eat in Tulsa, and I knew I had to come here reading all of the good reviews. Came here with a co-worker and we had a great time sharing conversation and enjoying some great Vietnamese food. The wait staff/service was nice and friendly, just be prepared to wait a little bit if the place is super busy. The decoration inside is modern and nicely kept, I really enjoyed dining there! Let's talk about the food. I got the Phu Quoc Wings (A7) and the Flat Rice Noodle. They both had excellent flavors and tasted very good. The portion sizes were amazing and I will definitely be back whenever I go back into town. Will definitely be coming back and bringing more co-workers! read more

Kai Vietnamese Cuisine - Chicken wings appetizer, super yummy!! - Vietnamese Near Me - Tulsa, Oklahoma

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So good! I got their lemongrass pork vermicelli noodle bowl. Very flavorful! The service was great too read more

Kai Vietnamese Cuisine - Fried Calamari - Vietnamese Near Me - Tulsa, Oklahoma

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Was craving Vietnamese food while we were in Tulsa, so we wanted to give Kai a try! The restaurant is located in a busy area downtown. We came during lunch time, and it was packed but we were seated quickly. The inside was clean and modern with a nice bar area. We ordered crab rangoons, pho dac biet, and a grilled pork banh mi. The service was quick, efficient, and friendly. The crab rangoons were so yummy. The wrapper ended up being a bit thick for my liking, but they were filled! My pho also hit the spot. The broth was flavorful, and there was a decent amount of meat and noodles. The banh mi was pretty tasty too with a soft but still crusty baguette, but nothing special to write home about. I do appreciate the shrimp crackers served with them. I would definitely come back! read more

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In Tulsa!!! Love it. Kai Vietnamese Restaurant. 1) please was clean. 2) Very busy.... Very! 3) Service was busy...no time for chatting. 4) Pho was good. 5) Shrimp and Springs rolls were okay. Sapporo Can was great! I would return again. I recommend you give them a try. If busy when you go, be very patient. read more

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The phó was amazing! It was pretty crowded but i they were very busy for lunch so it is understandable. The restaurant is small but it very bright and clean. read more

Kai Vietnamese Cuisine - Phó - Vietnamese Near Me - Tulsa, Oklahoma

Best Viet place in the area!! Only problem, everybody knows about it! Better get there early for a table.

Food was excellent on point. Service was great very accommodating and attentive. Place was clean and well decorated nice place. The food is exceptional! Worths trip. read more

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Came for lunch on a Saturday. Place was absolutely packed to the brim. I was alone so I got a seat at the bar. Ordered the P1 (make sure to get the tendon too). Wow. One of the best bowls of pho I've ever had. And I consider myself a pho connoisseur since it has fast become my favorite food. The broth was very good and they gave a solid amount of meat. Rare win for a pho restaurant (most others skimp out and leave you upset). The brisket was the highlight in the dish. Absolutely incredible. I left absolutely full and satisfied. Next time I come to Tulsa I will definitely hit up this spot again. Excellent service, all the servers were very attentive and friendly. I thought about leaving a bad review to keep customers away because it was so packed... but after eating there it makes sense why this restaurant is so popular. read more

Kai Vietnamese Cuisine - P1 pho. Lots of meat and the brisket is AMAZING! - Vietnamese Near Me - Tulsa, Oklahoma

The dumplings are my favorite! So good with the cooked onions! Love love love! I'm not a huge fan of their chicken. There's a lot of fat meat on pieces in my experience which makes eating the chicken a little tough. Each piece of chicken is also very large so I always end up cutting mine down. Everyone I've gone with always loves their food though so I'd recommend it for sure! The staff is so kind! When you leave the entire restaurant gives such a kind farewell! So the vibes and dumplings alone are enough to keep me coming back! My second time going here I ordered fried rice and dumplings and I was pretty content! I may try shrimp or chicken fried rice next time. Just have to spend some time cutting the chicken up the way I'd want to eat it. read more

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I went here for lunch because I had jury duty and it was very close to the courthouse. I got here at 11 and by 1130 the place was full and there were people waiting to get in. The service was friendly fast and the food was amazing. I see why this is such a popular place. I really enjoyed all of my food. The portions were huge and I can't wait to go back. read more

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There are quality restaurants all through downtown Tulsa but of the few that are in the Western area, Kai proves that quality, not location, is the most important characteristic of any establishment. I visited this restaurant on two occasions (Nov. 2nd, 2022 and Jan. 3rd, 2024) around 1pm and each time I've been impressed with their efficiency and offerings. Located directly across the street from the City court, County court, County library and three hotels, there isn't a shortage of foot traffic and potential customer in the area. But, instead of relying on patrons passing by, Kai captures people's interest and keeps their business through their service, quality of their food and variety of options. Though the restaurant was relatively full, both visits (unannounced with another guest) the service was very attentive as I was seated almost immediately and brought menus and waters soon after. The menu is vast with offerings that range from Vietnamese plates, stir frys, Pho, Appetizers and even desserts! Each time, no matter how indecisive, the server knew when we were ready to order and came promptly, despite the traffic. My first visit I ordered the Brisket Steak Pho and the second time I ordered the Duck Noodle Pho. The food was delivered in within 15mins (or less)! Each came with a sizeable amount of basil cilantro and bean sprouts. I was intrigued at the taste of the (Brisket Steak) broth! I've had pho before in different cities but, instead of a simple/general vegetable palette, Kai's actually had a distinct flavor to it. Additionally, when I had the Duck Noodle, I was beyond impressed at the robust flavor. There was a heaping helping of meat while the vegetables included were well-balanced. The broth was so good that it's necessary to sip it to the bottom of the bowl. On my initial visit, I ordered the passion fruit lemonade and it was to die for! I absolutely had to order it again when I returned and would highly recommend ordering one. Both visits were on a lunch break and I was in-and-out within 1hr. Lickety Split. Overall, Kai is capitalizing on the elements surrounding it and thriving doing so. Though it's easy to miss, it's a treasure in plain sight that's championing the downtown lunch service. Highly recommended as a go-to Asian cuisine or for any casual lunch meet-up. read more

Kai Vietnamese Cuisine - Vietnamese Near Me - Tulsa, Oklahoma

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My first experience with Vietnamese food and it was a great one. At 11:45am it was packed with one open table. The service was friendly and fast and the food was excellent. I will go back! read more

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Super fresh and authentic Vietnamese food in a bright space with a bar and patio outside. Staff are great too! read more

Kai Vietnamese Cuisine - Vietnamese Near Me - Tulsa, Oklahoma

First time ever eating Vietnamese food ! Enjoyed it a lot ! Will be coming back. The friend that invited me here. Goes to Kai every time he comes to Tulsa. read more

Kai Vietnamese Cuisine - Pho - Vietnamese Near Me - Tulsa, Oklahoma

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What an amazing little place for dinner! Celebrated my husband's birthday with calamari, spring rolls and dumplings. We had the house mojitos. Our server was polite, friendly and attentive and even brought my husband dessert. We will definitely come back next time we are in the area. read more

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While in downtown Tulsa yesterday I hit up my bro Cody to see if he was free for lunch! It worked out he was and we met up at Kai : Vietnamese Cuisine Tulsa. It was close to the courthouse so easy for me to get to and it's a few blocks away from his work, it worked out perfect!! I had never been in before so I was excited to try a new spot! This did NOT disappoint!!! First, for being in an older building in downtown, it had room to accommodate a good number of folks, at the bar, the outdoor patio or the dining room!! Lots of options!! Our server was apologetic for our wait and did a great job. We didn't really have any waits though. Our drinks were always kept up and our food came out in a reasonable amount of time. THE FOOD THOUGH!!!! Nom to the OM NOM!!!! We started with some pork belly bao. Exactly what you'd hope to find with the "sticky" bun, refreshing veg and perfectly cooked pork belly. Epic win!! I had the combo fried rice dish - I got something I could eat with no stress of making a mess on my shirt. Good call for me there AND it was fun to eat with all the proteins they offer being on one plate. My bro Cody got Bun Cha Gio which was straight killer looking!! I'll be getting this myself when I come in next!! Overall a big win and a spot I'm glad to have added to my go to list in Downtown Tulsa!!! read more

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Visiting from Dallas and highly recommend, better than anything in Dallas . We had pho and the chicken vermicelli bowel. Everything was fresh and fast. I think the sale is a bit overpriced, but will definitely return. read more

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Was there on a Saturday night at 7pm. It was fairly busy and to avoid having to wait, I chose to sit at the counter. Server was quick to acknowledge me and bring me a drink. I ordered the Meatball Pho (D2). Took about 15 mins to arrive and was piping hot. Unfortunately, the meatballs were burned beyond recognition. Once I brought that to the server's attention, they were very quick to get them replaced. Unfortunately. Those were also overcooked and dry. However, the server was very helpful and offered another egg roll instead. The server really went out of their way to make sure I was satisfied. Will definitely be back again. read more

Still delicious...I had Pho, deluxe, momma had duck, and we both loved our dishes...fresh ingredients and rich broth...both our HUGE bowls were empty... Bright warm space, some patio seating, and very friendly wait staff. Every experience we have had here has been great...one of our fave's for sure. read more

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I think when it comes to pho places in Tulsa, there's not a lot of options. Luckily this place fills the spot, and it is comparable to the ones in OKC. Good customer service. They do get busy, but we didn't have to wait long for our orders. Their fried wontons were excellent, though the dipping sauce was quite sweet. I had their deluxe egg noodle soup, and I like that they included the crispy wonton because that is one of my favorite things about this dish. The egg noodle soup is delicious, though the broth is quite sweet. My boyfriend had their Pho Sate, and that was interesting. I don't think we would order it again. Also, the place is very generous with their herbs. Overall, Kai do offer solid and authentic Viet foods. read more

Very delicious food, great portions and fast service. Highly recommend for a quick lunch read more

Kai Vietnamese Cuisine - Chicken fried rice - Vietnamese Near Me - Tulsa, Oklahoma

Our son had been at this place....so, when we came to Tulsa....we tried it out. I don't recall having too many Vietnamese food places in the past...other than pho....but hey...this place was really good. And a really casual/pleasant place to dine. Crispy noodle dish: be prepared...the noodles are a very crispy dry texture. The ingredients were very fresh. The sauce was lighter tasting than I'd prefer, but it was still (flavorful) enough. If I ordered again, I'd for sure (ask) for extra sauce...to further cost the crispy noodle. Fried rice: Everything was good in this dish...and a mild dish....that was another very good dish. Wings: great crispy texture to the wings. Whatever the sauce (was) on the wings, it worked. And the bits of garlic...all made a winner appetizer. read more

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Good Pho! Nice folks! Good atmosphere! Fast service!.............,,,,,..................

A couple of my Yelp friends said great things about Kai, and they were right. I came up for the Bruce Springsteen concert. They were slammed, but they seemed to do a great job getting everyone seated quickly. My friends had recommended several great sounding dishes, but I didn't want anything too heavy. The three bao combo was perfect. Two pork belly and one BBQ pork. The buns were heavenly. The pork belly was good, but the BBQ pork was outstanding. I would probably just get three of them next time. Lastly, the staff is just great. None of us were regulars, but they treated us like we were. I've got to come back soon. read more

Kai Vietnamese Cuisine - Pork Belly and BBQ Pork Bao with Golden Milk Tea - Vietnamese Near Me - Tulsa, Oklahoma

First time trying Kai. All I can say is AUTHENTICITY! My best growing up friend was Vietnamese and this meal take me back to my childhood... definitely a 11 out of 10! read more

The food was great! The lemongrass pork spring rolls are legendary! The staff was attentive

I've eaten here a dozen times and it always delivers! Excellent customer service, very prompt and attentive and efficient. Food is delicious every time! Their pho is second-best in Tulsa in my opinion, really good. And I love their spring rolls, their banh mi, their noodle dishes and their sweetened coffee. I eat here once a month, and prices are decent. It's downtown, but street parking is free after 5pm, so I choose dinner here versus lunch. read more

Amazing service. The waiter recommended some really good dishes. My husband ordered one of the seafood soups. 10 out of 10! Loved the decorations and the smell of the food as soon as you walked in. It's placed in a perfect spot downtown and would definitely be coming back again. read more

My favourite Vietnamese place and Asian restaurant in Tulsa where everything is not fusion. This is actually Vietnamese and the Pho is good. I don't love the banh mi bread situation, but otherwise ..: come for the Pho and noodle dishes. read more

Kai Vietnamese Cuisine - Outdoor patio with a fan - Vietnamese Near Me - Tulsa, Oklahoma

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I enjoyed their vegetarian lomein noodles and taro bubble tea with jelly. I had requested for them to make it spicy. The food was hot and tasty and the portions were generous. Despite being busy, I did not have to wait long. I loved their entry wall. This place was right across from our hotel. read more

Kai Vietnamese Cuisine - Taro bubble tea - Vietnamese Near Me - Tulsa, Oklahoma

Came here for lunch today and got the deluxe pho! It was incredible! Our waiter was awesome, I wish I caught his name. We will be coming back! read more

Kai Vietnamese Cuisine - Vietnamese Near Me - Tulsa, Oklahoma

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I've eaten lunch at Kai Vietnamese restaurant twice now and got my pho fix. The pho is very good! And even better is that the service and cleanliness of the restaurant is outstanding! Since the pho is so good!....I'll be having lunch here a lot! read more

I like that it is located in downtown, opens pretty much for lunch and dinner and is walkable from office buildings and hotels within the area (a lot of places only open for lunches OR dinner but not both, so having Kai as another good dining option goes a long way!). The place is very clean and service is polite as well. I had a chance to have Banh Xeo (by far....my favorite Vietnamese food!), which I really enjoyed! Many Vietnamese resturants only offers plain noodles/rice dishes and rolls, but rarely offer Banh Xeo. So, having that Banh Xeo as an option really does go a long way. The meal seemed healthy with 2 crepes and lots of fresh herbs/vegetables. You really feel good and still not bloated after eating it at all! Also, I like that the soda is refillable and staff did not hesitate to keep the glass full. Thank you for such wonderful food and service. Definitely a great lunch spot for tasty food and still very affordable, too! read more

Kai Vietnamese Cuisine - Banh Xeo ($11) my favorite Vietnamese food! - Vietnamese Near Me - Tulsa, Oklahoma

Took the wife here for dinner one evening, and had a very nice evening with great food and friendly, pleasant service.

Best Vietnamese I've ever had. You can tell everything is fresh. Highly recommend banh mi