Amazing food at amazing prices! The spring rolls are a must -- you get to choose three, and I went…read morewith pork belly, beef, and shrimp. All of them were incredible. Super flavorful, filling, and surprisingly healthy. The beef bowl was great too, and the paper-thin fried spring rolls were delicious. It's tough to find reasonably priced spots these days, but this place is a gem. The space is cute and cozy, and the servers are friendly and happy to help you build the perfect meal. Definitely coming back here again!!

A Vietnamese chipotle! My friend was excited to try this spot, so we met here around 6:30 PM on a…read moreMonday evening. Parking wise, there is a paid lot nearby as well as some street spots scattered throughout. Bathroom wise, there are none inside as it's a pretty small joint, but they can provide customers with a key for the restroom in the nearby lot. I ordered a bowl with chicken & shrimp as my proteins and both were quite delicious. All of the toppings and sides appeared very fresh and the workers were very helpful in explaining the different sauces and options. Overall, a solid spot to grab a more casual dinner in Pasadena. Highly recommend!

Pho Banh Mi Che Cali is located at 1425 East Colorado Boulevard, Pasadena California. It is located…read moredirectly across the street from Pasadena City College. This is a very nice place to stop in and have a great lunch or dinner. Traditional Vietnamese food is their specialty. The foods are made from family recipes. Close attention is paid to preparation and flavor. The staff is very friendly and helpful. I needed extra explanations on some of the items and they were eager to accommodate my requests. I decided to try a soup and sandwich type of meal. For the soup portion I decided on the Special Pho Combination. For the sandwich Ham and Meatloaf. I sat down and waited for my order to be completed. After a short wait my order was ready and I was on my way home. When I unpacked my food I was impressed that everything was individually wrapped and placed carefully in the bag. Every ingredient of the soup had an individual wrapping. I was impressed by how much broth was given to put together my soup. I found the perfect bowl in my cabinet and combined all of the individual ingredients. They were all very fresh. The soup had a nice aroma as I warmed up the soup. The sandwich was ready to go and after the first couple of bites I was happy with my Ham and Meatloaf combination. Very impressed with the spice and flavor. This location has great parking. As well as a nice outside patio to compliment the tables that are located on the inside. The music coming through the speakers added to the ambience. I look forward to coming back and trying some of the other Vietnamese special foods on the menu.

Yikes! While this location is conveniently located across the street from Pasadena City College,…read moreit's not a restaurant I would gravitate towards anytime soon. There are plenty of other offerings in the area. I grew up with the chain and have tried various locations. Pho Banh Mi Che Cali generally promises a large selection of affordable various Vietnamese dishes at a super casual environment. No frills and amazing value. Unfortunately, I feel like this location is trying to do a lot of things. They offer Ramen or Chinese soups. There's so many "new item" signs and I really think they are losing their core identity. I'm getting off topic. I ordered the Pho with extra beef. I found the self-ordering kiosk to be easy to use. I was able to pay, grab a number and find myself a seat. While it wasn't a very clean place, it was fine. Where I was disappointed was when I tried the broth of my pho. I think Pho should have been a slam dunk for this restaurant. It's a staple to Vietnamese cuisine, so I'm sorry to report - I thought it was bland. I would say the worst pho in recent memory. The price starts at $12.99, so it's a tad cheaper than a normal sit down, but with the portions I got, i really think it isn't an excuse. I noticed others customers in the restaurant ordered Banh mi. Perhaps that's a better bet.

K5 has been my family's go to spot whenever we crave pho. Their rice dishes are superb as well.read more

K5 Pho and Rolls is a solid choice for Vietnamese food in Eagle Rock. It's definitely no Golden…read moreDeli or any other pho in Westminster, but it'll do in a pinch. The restaurant is a popular choice, as my friends and I waited about 10 minutes to be seated, and another 20+ minutes to get all our food. I think there was a mix up after we ordered. My friend asked to add extra noodles, and those came almost instantly, whereas the pho took forever. Usually pho is the first item out of the kitchen, since everything is prepped the night before. It's just assembly. My friends have been here a few times and I can attest, it's not bad for a cozy bowl of pho, but it's not life changing. There's ample of parking and the restaurant is clean.

I have been coming to Nem Nuong Khánh Hòa for years and don't see a lot of people coming here. It…read moreis ran by your Vietnamese aunty and uncle and their food is authentic. Their prices have not changed in years and the portions remain the same versus shrinkflation. Their menu is not that big but it has your essential Vietnamese dishes. Today I ordered the banh beo bi, vermicelli with nem nuong and egg rolls, nem nuong coun and che ba mau. Banh beo bi are rice cakes topped with shredded pork. It comes with chilies and fish sauce for you to pour on top. The rice cakes are served warm and are super smooth and soft. The thai chilies it comes with are spicy so don't use too much. The vermicelli with nem nuong and egg rolls comes with a slab of meat and a whole egg roll. The bottom are the noodles and mix of veggie and herbs. The nem nuong is sweetened charbroiled pork that is grilled. Think of a sweet meat ball. The egg rolls are super crispy and filled with meat. The noodles go well with the fish sauce and there are a lot of veggies inside. The nem nuong coun is a spring roll that's wrapped in rice paper. It has the meat and lettuce wrapped inside and comes with a dipping sauce. I believe the sauce is made with ground shrimp. For $8 for 3 rolls it is a steal compared to other restaurants. If you are craving Brodards in OC this place can satisfy your craving. Their che ba mau which is a 3 bean dessert has a lot of beans inside topped with coconut milk and shaved ice. It is the person drink to finish your meal and it is not too sweet.

Nem Nướng Khánh Hòa is a local treasure specializing in Vietnamese grilled pork sausage, a regional…read moredelicacy from the Khánh Hòa province. This tiny, CASH-ONLY spot is a true "hole-in-the-wall" featuring fewer than seven tables and a bustling take out business. While service is casual and you might need to flag someone down to pay, the staff is incredibly helpful with the menu. We ordered: #8 Nem Nướng Cuốn với Chả Ram Tôm ($7.95): Three spring rolls packed with charbroiled meatballs, crispy fried shrimp rolls, and fresh lettuce. #40 Bún Chả Giò Thịt Nướng ($12.95): a vibrant vermicelli bowl topped with savory charbroiled pork and crispy egg rolls. I originally had my eye on the #36, but the owner stepped in with a brilliant suggestion. She recommended swapping it for the #40 so we could experience the charbroiled pork. Since the #8 spring rolls already featured the charbroiled meatballs, this swap gave us a complete "tasting tour" of their signature grilled meats in one sitting. The #8 spring rolls are the standout -- so good they're worth an extra order to-go. For anyone looking for authentic Vietnamese flavors in a no-frills setting, this spot is a must-visit. Just remember to bring cash!

After a long day of walking around, we decided to warm up at Noodle St. Being able to check-in with…read moreYelp was super helpful and gave us a good idea on wait time. Once we were seated, we were met with a friendly server who offered recommendations to our party depending on spice levels. I tried their beef fried rice and the portions were huge for the price! I had to get a braised egg and it made for such a great combo. I also tried their chili oil and loved how spicy it was. I wish there was a Noodle St. close to my city!

My friends and I decided to try this place out after reading the wonderful reviews & seeing the…read morepictures of their dishes. I was also craving soup so this was the perfect option! We ordered their chicken wings, garlic string beans, spicy beef noodle soup, scallion pancakes, & beef scallion roll. The food came out within 10 minutes of ordering, which I appreciated since I was starving. The soup was packed with so much flavor & had a generous amount of knife cut noodles. The beef rolls had a nice light flavor to it & wasn't dry at all. The garlic string beans were PACKED with garlic, which was delicious. The chicken wings were a bit dry but nonetheless still pretty good. My friends really liked their scallion pancakes & devoured them all. Overall, I would definitely come back if I was ever in the area again. It definitely satisfied my cravings for Chinese food.

Pretty decent pho place in Pasadena that the family and I visit often. Interior is spacious and…read moredecorated well. We are always immediately greeted and seated upon entering. Like most pho places, service is quick and food comes out fast. The menu is pretty extensive but there is something for everyone. They even have a vegetarian section for those who have a different diet.

We back here again. It's been awhile, but trying to see has it changed or the same great service…read moreand taste. The place needs a little more attention. Its a cozy spot but need a better atmosphere.

Roll is delicious , service is quite decent, environment is ok. Recommend-ate! In los angles,read more

This place has THE BEST Vietnamese iced coffee. I've had a lot over the years at different places…read moreand the one here is absolutely perfect. Every aspect from how strong the taste is, to the amount of ice, to the amount of sweetness is spot on. My wife and I come here sometimes just to get their coffee. A must try!

My parents started coming in over 25 years ago…read more The Banh mi here is a family fave. Everyone loves it. We get the Banh mi pate cha & Thit nuong (bbq pork) with veggies on the side. Toast for a few min. And put in the veggies when ready to eat. My mom gets the vegetarian Banh mi and vegetarian spring rolls. Thank you Banh Mi My Tho.

**BEWARE THERE IS PEANUTS IN THE BANH MI!!!!!!…read more As someone pretty allergic to nuts, I was surprised to find out that there were peanuts in the sandwich after no signs or warnings in the store. I took a bite, luckily hadn't taken a big bite and the section I bit didn't have nuts. My friend bit into his and immediately told me he thinks there are nuts in it. I quickly spit my food out and look in the sandwich. Lo and behold there are nuts! Please be careful if you are allergic, and let them know no peanuts.

Came here for dinner. We got Pho Dac Biet and the create your own pho option where we chose 3…read moretypes of meat. The soup was hot and flavorful. Good portion of pho noodles. The meats were tender, juicy, and fresh. We also ordered the eggrolls which normally only come with 1 leaf of lettuce but we asked for a few more so that we could each wrap our eggrolls. The eggrolls were crispy and the meat filling was good. But only comes with 4 pieces. Iced water tasted great, like good quality filtered water. Great service. Indoor and outdoor seating options. Still has complimentary ground floor parking garage in the back.

Been here twice. I like the food here. It's no-frills Vietnamese...they have rice plates as well as…read morepho. Last time, I got the seafood pho and it was comforting and really hit the spot. Service is pretty fast. Nothing personal or memorable but they'll get you in/out especially if you're in a time crunch. Prices are fair, I feel the pho portion size is perfect. Be careful of the slippery floor/tile in the main dining room!

The food was delicious and authentic. We had the trio of appetizers, composed of egg rolls, springs…read morerolls, and cheese wontons. All were delicious. We also had a filet minon pho and a combination rice plate with grilled shrimp and pork, both of which we were outstanding. Would highly recommend.

A super solid place to stop by, especially before catching a movie at The Burbank 16…read more I literally walk pass by this place all the time on my way to the movie theater. Finally got a chance to come-in & I'm glad that I did. Although, I have my "go-to whole-in-the-wall Vietnamese" place in the SFV, there'a always room for more businesses to support & Mama Hong's Vietnamese Kitchen - Burbank definitely deserves your patronage. It's a welcome step-up from your typical no-frills Vietnamese place, so the vibe / decor is especially great if you're introducing someone to Vietnamese cuisine for their first time. FOOD **PRO TIP: Go "Family-Style" = split multiple dishes amongst your table so you can have the opportunity to try multiple delishes dishes at once. That's the move. Shaken Beef Garlic Noodles - 9.2 / 10 **GET THIS DISH!!!!!** I did my "due diligence" before coming here & I 100% knew that I wanted to try this particular dish before coming here. In fact, the person whom I came here with wanted this too. (She didn't tell me in-advance). Needless to say, when multiple people have the exact same dish in-mind, you know that this is a good sign. Strips of lean, tender, juicy, quality, tenderloin steak, well-sautéed onions, plenty of garlic, served on top of a bed of al dente noodles. What's not to love? It's like eating a big, bowl, or spaghetti, but without the overpowering tomato sauce. Don't let the simplicity fool you. Yeah, I could very, well likely make this dish as home, but sometime it' just nice to leave some things to the pros. You can't go wrong with this dish. It sounds delicious in theory & it delivers on all fronts in reality. Spicy Garlic Chicken Rice - 8.9 / 10 A nice counterpoint to the heavier beef dishes that are offered, the well-seasoned, not-overly dry, but not-too spicy chicken is substantial. Round that off with an adequate portion of perfectly-steamed white rice & some fresh veggies (your standard pickled carrots, daikon radish, & lettuce), & you got yourself a solid chicken dish. Grilled Ribeye Steak Sandwich - 9.1 / 10 I hadn't had breakfast, so I was definitely craving a bit more to satisfy my hunger. This beef variant of a traditional Vietnamese Bahn-Mi hit the spot. Since I'm used to eating more economical + fattier cuts of beef for my bahn-mi, it's a rather welcome + modern twist to be using more premium cuts of steak (I honestly might steal this move the next time I whip-up a bahn-mi at home). It was hearty & you can definitely tell that the quality is there. I could be mistaken, but I wouldn't be surprised is there was some fish sauce that was used to marinade the steak. It makes for such a well-rounded, savory flavor. The crisp veggies, & aromatic cilantro round-out all taste sensations on a fresh baguette. In many ways, this is the fancier, upgraded, "Rolls Royce", of a typical whole-in-the wall Vietnamese spot's bahn-mi, & that is sometimes what you want. I would definitely get this again, especially if I was on-the-go. DRINKS Mango Jasmine Iced Tea - 8.9 / 10 Don't sleep on Mama Hong's handcrafted beverages. The mango jasmine iced tea provides everything that I want in thirst-quenching drink. You get the tropical tones of the mango offset by the herbaceous jasmine of the tea. I especially appreciate that it's not overly sweet. I especially dig that their handcrafted beverages come in customized branded plastic packaging with that soda-can lever-opener-style lid. You just don't get that anywhere. The staff is super accommodating. Shout-out to Mariska for being such a friendly & warm server. Granted, I came on a Sunday afternoon (around 2pm-3:30pm), don't be surprised if you have to wait because I can see this place being quite the trendy spot. Granted it's casual, it's still feels a bit nicer/fancier than the more relaxed bars, fast-casual spots in the surrounding area. You can't go wrong with Mama Hong's Vietnamese Kitchen - Burbank. A solid choice, indeed.