Food Set 2 with shrimp soup, shrimp pot and tomato sea bass. Excellent overall, especially the soup. It was the best I've had in Vietnamese cuisine. So simple yet perfect. 4.5/5 overall The pork ribs are the move here. Charcoal flavor and tender. 4.6/5 Gotta have the pennywort. It's so damn good. 4.8/5 Service 4.5/5 Ambiance 5/5 read more

MAM Kitchen - Set 2 and bbq ribs added. - Vietnamese Near Me - Garden Grove, California

This was our first time at Mam Kitchen. The restaurant is decorated in a Hoi An-inspired style, which is colorful, charming, and pleasant to look at. We ordered: * Sour soup with shrimp and water spinach * Caramelized fish in a clay pot * Lemongrass fried fish * Fried soft-shell crab with butter * Nem lui with rice paper wraps * Cao lau * Stir-fried water spinach with garlic Unfortunately, the fried fish was still undercooked inside, so we had to send it back and cancel the dish. Overall, the food was just average. Nothing was particularly memorable or special enough to make us want to come back. The restaurant itself is spacious, but it was very hot inside. Our waiter was very friendly, attentive, and helpful, which we appreciated. However, the female staff member we interacted with seemed a little unfriendly and not very enthusiastic when we asked for to-go boxes and when we explained that the fish was still raw inside. Overall, the atmosphere is cute and the service from our waiter was great, but the food and the rest of the experience could definitely be improved. read more

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Came here to welcome home my family from Texas. They wanted authentic Vietnamese food, and after yelping around, we found this spot. Parking: They're located in the same plaza as H-Mart. There's also a lot of other restaurants, so foot traffic is pretty high. Finding a parking spot can be a hit or miss. Ambiance/Environment: They have a medium sized space with a good amount of indoor seating. No outdoor seating. I love the decor. It definitely represents a traditional Vietnamese restaurant. Service: Our server was nice, though we weren't checked on or received water refills. I ordered Thai Green Curry Shrimp w/ rice. The server came back to ask me if I wanted to order another dish bc they ran out of ingredients for this specific dish. I decided on another rice dish. She came back again and ask if I wanted the original dish I ordered bc they actually do have the ingredients. There seems to be a lot of back-n-forth or miscommunication. Food: I settled for the Thai Green Curry Shrimp w/ rice dish. The flavors of the shrimp were nice and smoky. Just wish there was more shrimp. I thought the rice tasted okay. The flavors were good, but I expected more broth and creaminess. My mom ordered Hu, and she seemed to enjoy it. Pricing: I noticed these are average prices nowadays for small businesses. For $15.99 for shrimp and rice, I'd expect more protein. Overall, the food was good. read more

MAM Kitchen - Thai Green Curry Shrimp w/ rice - Vietnamese Near Me - Garden Grove, California

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This restaurant is located near the H Mart area in Garden Grove, which is convenient and easy to find. The space has a Central Vietnam vibe cute, tidy, and very clean. Some of the dishes brought me back to Hội An, especially the more traditional items. The bánh bèo was Hội A style and the highlight of our meal. The crispy pork skin was delicious, and the fish sauce was well balanced and complemented the dish nicely. We also tried the bún bò Huế . While it was flavorful, the broth was a bit sweet for my taste, so it didn't fully hit the mark. The Cơm Cá Salmon came in a large portion, but the flavor was fairly average and not very memorable. The service was friendly, and there is plenty of parking right in front ! read more

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This was our first time dining here, and we were very impressed. We ordered the canh chua cá, tôm rim ba rọi, canh khoai mỡ, and cá lù đù chiên, and every dish was exceptionally delicious. The prices were reasonable, making the meal an even better value. The restaurant isn't very large, but it's the perfect size for a cozy family atmosphere. The service was friendly, attentive, and quick. We will definitely be coming back to try more of their dishes. Highly recommended! read more

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Just dine in not so long ago, everything is good tbh but the only thing made me a bit down is that. Mam Ca & Dua Cai is $10, not sure if its something normal but it was our first time and we thought it came with one of our dishes since our waiter did not elaborate about extra fees, but simply ask after we finished ordering. Food is good tho, service is normal. But for the price I would say many other vietnamese spot around are more competitively read more

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Came for dinner w my friend. Ordered the fish canh chua from the regular menu. Hardly any bac ha, only a few strands of okra and the skinny end c cuts of bac ha. It's for regular price of $14.99? Their squid mango salad was even worst, the mangoes were too soggy and too ripe, you can't use ripe mangos for salad. Their OC nuong garlic butter did not taste butter or garlic at all. For what we ordered, should've gone to Sao Bien and OC Va Lau even better! Will not come back read more

2nd time: We ordered a side of cha gio and the Mam #3 combo. The cha gio was perfectly crispy, I really must say shatteringly crispy as only rice paper can be when done right (other restaurants use the wheat version which is inferior), the stuffing was tasty and without the taro fillers I find elsewhere. I loved the mustard green soup just like the way we made at home in the old country. The greens crisp tender, the broth slightly sweet and savory. The fried tofu with the crispy pork bits sits a pool of sauce exemplifies part of what is great about traditional Viet cooking: heavy on plant based food while the animal products is meant heighten the flavor. Finally the shrimp and pork caramel dish compliments the soup and the tofu for even more flavor and texture of the shrimp peel (totally edible). Mam Kitchen is the only restaurant where I want to keep eating even when I am full. I am coming back for the Mam Oc (shellfish). read more

MAM Kitchen - Change your life Cha gio - Vietnamese Near Me - Garden Grove, California

Food is quite terrible or below average compared to most restaurants with same dishes. Yelp rating probably overhyped by fake or paid-for high rating. There are several fast food / to go with much better taste/ quality much less expensive. Definitely do want to support local small business, but only if good quality/ clean/ fairly reasonably priced. I can tasted the soap water from my food along with very salty and sweet flavor. Restroom pretty much ran out of soap for long time (red flags with employees work there washing their hands). read more

Tried this place again and all foods was still flavored way too sweet for my family's liking. Braised pork and braised pork belly meat is worth going for. Gave the sweet and sour catfish soup another chance because I really like the veggies they put in it but the soup is just way too sweet to enjoy. The mung bean Pennyworth drink tasted old and they didn't stiff the mung bean where you could taste the grit/grain so it was harsh on the throat. We didn't touch it after tasting. Also wished they would write down order or repeat back the order. The server only took order by ear and originally we asked for braised pork belly with shrimp but he gave us braised pork belly and catfish instead. When we brought it up, like last time instead of owning up, he only ask if we want to order it additionally. (This similarly happened last time too). Additionally we didn't finish all our food or take any home, that says a lot. On the brighter side, there was AC this time. read more

Combo #1 Cá kho tastes not good. Lack of flavor. I can't feel any pepper and it is so plain. I asked to change the boilded rau muống for stir fries rau muống but the owner said that the menu combo couldn't be changed at all. Even for extra charge. The owner refused to do anything. I ordered an extra dish of thit kho tiêu. The meat has bad smell while chewing. We couldn't eat. So we left the entire dish un-touch. The canh chua has no flavor at all. They didn't put the garlic fries on top. The soup plain. So disappointed. We never come back. The 4.5 stars reviews on Yelp must not be true. We paid $45 ended up empty stomach and went to Mc Donald. Super disappointed. read more

MAM Kitchen - Combo #1 - Vietnamese Near Me - Garden Grove, California

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Mâm means tray in Vietnamese -- the way families traditionally gather around shared trays for everyday meals. I came here because I was craving that exact feeling of a simple, comforting, home‑cooked meal, and this place really captured that spirit. I ordered their family‑style set, which came with steamed greens, perfectly boiled eggs that were firm on the outside and jammy in the center, a bright and tangy sour soup, braised fish, and rice. Everything tasted wholesome and nostalgic, like something you'd find in a Vietnamese home kitchen. I also added the clams with basil stir‑fry, which were fragrant and fresh. The atmosphere was lovely, with hand‑painted walls that made the space feel warm and intentional. It's the kind of place where you can slow down and enjoy a real meal. If I could change one thing, I do wish the flavors were a bit stronger overall -- just a touch more seasoning or depth would have made the dishes even more memorable. A couple of small details could also be improved: I wished the bathroom had a hook or small table for my handbag, and while the hot sauce and sate jars were full, the outside of the container was sticky. A quick wiped own everyday would make the experience feel more polished. Still, the food absolutely satisfied my craving for a comforting, home‑style Vietnamese meal. read more

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Not surprisingly, the service at this Vietnamese restaurant was very unprofessional. We don't need fake smiles if the staff doesn't know how to manage customers properly. I arrived first and waited for 15 minutes, but then I saw the waitress seat customers who came after me, and they were served before us. How does that make sense? Very disappointing experience. I will never come back here again. read more

They improved on their dishes. Everything is so flavorful and cheap! The older man working is always so friendly and kind. read more

As someone who grew up in Da Nang and moved to the US when I was 20, this spot is my go-to place whenever I start missing the taste of home. The food hits the spot every single time and especially the owner is just so warm and welcoming. Honestly, I always come here once a week, this place has become my little comfort routine. read more

If you're looking for authentic Vietnamese family meals that feel like a true home-cooked experience at an incredibly reasonable price, MAM Kitchen is the place to go. This hidden gem in Garden Grove stands out for its fresh, flavorful dishes and the care that goes into every plate. The staff and owners were warm, welcoming, and made us feel like family from the moment we walked in. The restaurant is clean, cozy, and has a charming atmosphere that makes you want to stay and enjoy your meal. This restaurant deserves to be very busy! If you're looking for authentic Vietnamese family meals in a welcoming setting, MAM Kitchen is a must-visit. Everything we ordered was outstanding, and we can't wait to come back. Highly recommend-5 stars! read more

Very delicious food. Catfish was fresh in the canh chua and ca kho to. We ordered togo. I'm sure the food would be even better eating there while hot. Will definitely be coming back. read more

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No no and big no no. Mì nam vang tastes nothing. The heart smells like it stays in fridge for 10 days. Heo quay is pieces of fried black salty meat with mít from the can. read more

MAM Kitchen - Mì Nam vang - Vietnamese Near Me - Garden Grove, California

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Finally, I found a restaurant that sells bánh đập & bánh bèo nhân ướt in the US. We ordered bánh đập thịt nướng, bánh bèo tôm thịt & bánh bèo nhân ướt, and cao lầu. - Bánh đập: the sauce was very good. We ordered 5 cakes for 2 persons. - Bánh bèo: the dishes were warm, the cakes were soft. They were freshly made. - Cao lầu: it's good. Better quality than the ones I had in Hoi An market. Service was great. Very nice decorations. read more

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First time , , I loved the Ambien here, amazing home cooked meal. Linh was amazing server. Very friendly . Definitely will be back.. read more

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I never write a review but today the service was so gross I ask for whole Thai chili peppers and he gave me with his BARE HANDS that he wipe his nose with not even a gloves or on the plate read more

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The places looks absolutely amazing and clean.. it gives you that old school vibe and the foods amazing

We saw this place reviewed on the Facebook but was skeptical because many times the review look good but tast were so bad. This time we was passing by so we just taking a chance and hoping maybe it won't be so bad and keeping our finger crossing. Inside it's decoration with nice, warm Hoi An or Huế stylish. Services are very friendly, polite and fast. There are special dinner combo menu. The price is very reasonable, $29 for 3 items. We pick #1 and decided to order extra items just for $6 - $8 per item. Food came out very fast and unbelievable large portion comparing to many restaurants around here. Even the extra items were large portion too. Canh chua came with warmer and taste good. Cá kho tộ, thịt/ tôm rim, đậu hủ chiên... all are delicious. Btw, rice came with food without extra charge like many restaurants. The corn milk drink is good too. We haven't eat a good meal like this for awhile. We definitely will come back with friends and family. read more

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I have eaten cơm phần at many places this place is the worse. Everything are super sweet I had to use all the fish squce to balance the sweetness. Not only the foods were bad the server was dirty. I saw he boew his nose and wiped his nise with his bare hand and just used napkins to clean his hand and he also vaoed behind the counter. No wonder this place is dead. I would not recommened stay away read more

MAM Kitchen - I had to use whole fish sauce to balance the sweetness of their foods - Vietnamese Near Me - Garden Grove, California

Combo dinner 30$ really good price and yummy food Excellent customers service, so highly recommended read more

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Great selections on their menu. Prices and portions were decent. Dining room was spacious and clean. Everything we ordered was delicious. Good customer service as well. Highly recommended read more

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I love this place. Every time I come down to the OC to visit fam, I have to stop here and eat. My favorite is the banh dap, a dish I've never had anywhere else. There is a lot of competition for good viet food down here, but this spot has very fragrant dishes. read more

This place is just ok. The food taste like something you can order from a Vietnamese food to go place. Nothing special. read more

MAM Kitchen - $28 for this combo - Vietnamese Near Me - Garden Grove, California

The food is delicious!! They definitely nail the home taste. The owner is sweet! I would definitely come back for more!

They are really nice and the food reminds me of my grandma's cooking when I was a kid in Vietnam, I love it so much!

Very tasty set of 3 dishes for less than $30. Tastes like mom's cooking. Good service, and nice decorations inside. read more

MAM Kitchen - Set no.1 - Vietnamese Near Me - Garden Grove, California

My first time tried out Mam Kitchen. I love how clean the place is. The service was amazing too. The server was very attentive. The food was good too. We got the combo they offered and it was enough for 2 people. We also like their banh dap. Highly recommended read more

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With authentic and delicious Vietnamese dishes, Mâm Kitchen, a hidden gem in Garden Grove, offers many choices: family styles on Mâm (tray), exotic vegetable dishes and salads, soups, main courses, deserts, etc. You just have to be there to review their extended menu! Or check out their online menu. The place is decorated with multicolored lanterns hung in the ceiling and the walls have the paintings depicting Hội-An region (central Vietnam) and culure! I just love the ambienceI I am so very glad that I was introduced to this unique dining place!!! I hope everyone will give this restaurant a visit and extent your support! For sure, I will be back! Oh, I meant to mention also that the price is way very low for each dish; it's like 3/4 of the price of other restaurants; and here, they offer more in volume, not just good taste. There are plenty of parking spaces which is a plus + ! Adding a little desert experience! It was a delight! The flan serving was just perfect in size, creamy taste, served with tiny cubes of ice, for just $3ish! That completed my meal with satisfaction! read more

Faifoo is now Mam Kitchen (is wrongly called Mam Restaurant on Yelp) as it recently had a name and menu change. Mam means platters of food and you have 5 options to choose from, with each platter containing a pot of rice, a soup, a veggie or tofu dish, and a protein dish. I chose Mam #2, which came with crispy tofu, pork belly kho, and a squash and veggie soup, all for $28. Each Mam (or platter) is preset, and they said no substitutions but you can order additional dishes. They also kept 2/3 of the old Faifoo menu so their popular dishes are still on the menu like banh beo, Mi Quang, bun Bo Hue etc. They also slightly remodeled so I love this new Mam Kitchen concept. read more

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We ordered the current #1 meal for two which included canh chua, clay pot catfish (ca kho to?), fried tofu, and added on banh beo. The tofu was ok, the clay pot catfish was too sweet. I was looking forward to the sweet n sour catfish soup but it was the item that really made us want to leave right away. Imagine drinking a hot spoonful of the sweat from a white mans armpit. ok.. that wasn't nice but honestly, whether they used cumin or ngo om, they went overboard with it making it absolutely inedible. read more

Food was great. Felt like a good home cooked meal. Service was not that good. The server had a cough and would brush against the straws in our drink. read more

The food is good and flavorful! I'm not sure if this is faifoo rebranded but they still have the sign inside. One star off for not taking card and only cash or zelle. read more

Rude owner. We always try to support new restaurants, so I brought my family (four people, including two elderly relatives who eat very small portions). I explained to the waitress that one family member was just there to hang out and I planned to start with one meal (which came with three dishes) and possibly order more depending on how the food was. Unfortunately, the food was disappointing. The canh/soup was bland, the salad and meat didn't complement each other, and overall the dishes lacked flavor. Because of that, we decided not to order additional food. We still finished what we had, paid, and even left a tip. What really ruined the experience was the attitude. From the moment we ordered lightly, I noticed the waitress speaking with the owner, and both of them glaring at our table. The restaurant was not busy at all (only two tables were seated), so it was very noticeable. After we paid and left, the owner came outside and actually threw "muối gạo" at us, which was a gesture meant to imply our family was bad luck. That is shockingly unprofessional and disrespectful. As a new restaurant, one would expect at least friendliness and good service to encourage customers to return. Instead, we experienced tasteless food, hostile looks, and a very rude gesture from the owner. Needless to say, we will not be coming back. Not recommended. read more

I had an amazing experience at this restaurant! The food was delicious, fresh, and beautifully presented. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming, perfect for a relaxing meal. But what really made my visit special was the staff. Beautiful staff read more

MAM Kitchen - Bap milk - Vietnamese Near Me - Garden Grove, California

Mâm Kitchen trong khu H Mart - Garden Grove ( ben hong ) là nhà hàng mà mình đến ăn nhiều lần cảm thấy nêm nếm rất vừa miệng , và làm đồ ăn rất nhanh! Service phục vụ tận tình , dễ thương . Gần đây có thêm concept mâm cơm giá rất phải chăng hợp lí có $28.99 cho 2 người trong thời buổi mọi thứ cần nên tiết kiệm này. read more

MAM Kitchen - Mình đi ăn cuối tuần vừa rồi với gia đình thì thấy Mâm Kitchen đã thay đổi menu mâm cơm mới tháng 11. - Vietnamese Near Me - Garden Grove, California

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