It's been over a decade since my last visit to this place, but I'm thrilled to return now that I live in the area. I had the stir-fried vegetarian dish, and it was absolutely delicious! Their hot chili oil is incredible, so I couldn't resist buying a bottle. The new manager was incredibly friendly and shared some fascinating history about his family restaurant. He seemed genuinely passionate about his work, and the food has truly evolved and improved over the years. We'll definitely be coming back again! read more

Mi Southeast Asian Eatery - Vietnamese Near Me - Richmond, California

Under new management from the younger generation and they have seriously upgraded their game! I now come by at least once a week for this cravalicious sish on Teo Chew Wonton Lomein Seriously,'Yelp needs to refresh listings read more

Came for a Sunday brunch with family. I was surprised how many other parties were eating when the restaurant opened, but I guess that speaks to the restaurant. We ordered the Singaporean style rice noodles and the wok fried noodles - dry style, both vegetarian. The Singaporean noodles were definitely the star, there was actual curry flavor to the dish and it wasn't just a yellow color. The wok fried noodles needed a bit more flavor to the dish, maybe the wet version would've been better. Good amount of vegetables in both dishes. Service was good. The 5th generation server was very helpful in describing different dishes. And explained which sauces were vegan (everything but the hoisin sauce). Dishes came out at a good rate seeing how busy the shop was. Wish there were more vegetarian options, note: the vegetable soups do not come with a veggie broth. read more

Mi Southeast Asian Eatery - Wok fried noodles, dried - vegetarian - Vietnamese Near Me - Richmond, California

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Been a long while and since im back in town after a decade figured i was cure my cravings for the only noodles i ate as a kid but originally got in downtown Oakland. Came here i can see the changed the name but food is still the same. Ordered my usual #21 and fish cake and it tastes exactly how i remembered back in the days but now i see that times have changed. Just those 2 items alone was like $40 and they do only cash only now which i had to go pull out cash cause these days everything is digital but seems they dont do things that way anymore so overall food is good , the price is what gets me so i would say this will be once in a blue moon / crqvings type of day for me to comeback and eat here read more

Mi Southeast Asian Eatery - Chow Jew Ho Fun - Vietnamese Near Me - Richmond, California

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*CASH ONLY. I was craving Teo Chew noodles, so I placed a take-out order. I got the dry mixed Original Teo Chew noodles with vermicelli noodles. It came with prawns, fish meatballs, pork meatballs, chicken, pork slices, minced pork, and pork kidney. Oddly, the noodles were not fragrant, but the other ingredients tasted great, especially the pork kidney, which was very tender. However, the pork meatballs were a letdown; they were dry with a hard texture. read more

This place is a hidden gem. I live in Marin County and anytime I am near by I'm at this place. Noodle Soup is so traditional and broth is amazing. The owner and their sons have provide such a warm environment. Excellent service. Don't forget the Fish cake it's always a must. read more

Mi Southeast Asian Eatery - What's left of the fresh seafood mi soup. - Vietnamese Near Me - Richmond, California

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Wow, Mi has been in business 24 years, and opened right when 99 Ranch first opened in Richmond. The restaurant was handed down from grandfather to father and now to the son. The food quality exceeded expectations, and it was refreshing to get great service and good conversation with the staff on noodle-broth pairings. Glad I and a colleague came here for lunch instead of the usual burger run at Habit. Highly recommended the Lemongrass Pork Rib Soup with Thick Egg Noodles. I prefer chewy, al-dente noodles over slippery, soggy ones. The meat on the ribs was moist and fall-off-the bone and the broth was so good. For an even bigger flavor kick, definitely mix on some of their homemade chili oil! The restaurant also offers beefy noodles made from bone broth, wok stir-fried noodles, and a few rice plates. Flavors tend to be heavier and meatier. Definitely want to return to try other noodle-broth combinations. I'll try anything, except maybe for pork kidneys. read more

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Dry noodles are off the hook. Super good. Similar to Kuy thu, but different. I could not get enough of it. Definitely a spot to come back to when on lunch or looking to get a quick bite to eat. The service was really good. Owner made suggestions and did not disappoint. I highly recommend this place. read more

Mi Southeast Asian Eatery - Vietnamese Near Me - Richmond, California

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I'm always craving gravy egg ho fun noodles, and this place slaaaaayed! I wasn't expecting such a beauty to come out when I ordered it, but let me tell you...my happy dance came out before even taking a bite. The egg was perfectly cooked, the beef was tender, and adding the chili oil and pickled serrano they have on the side was perfection. It's a no frills Asian restaurant, and people were coming in and out constantly during lunch on a weekend. The service was friendly and quick! It's cash only, so come prepared! read more

Mi Southeast Asian Eatery - Vietnamese Near Me - Richmond, California

The service here is great, and there are plenty of tables to sit at. This is the sister location of the spot in Oakland. The food is definitely good -- no complaints there. What's disappointing, though, is the portion size compared to the price. A small bowl of noodles costs around $20, $7 for a kid size cup of Cafe su da, and the fish cakes are about $17. Our meal for three entrees and a couple of appetizers came out to nearly $100. At that price point, there are definitely other options. I understand that prices are generally high these days, but I still expect some value for the cost. Would I come back if I were really craving the noodles? Maybe. But honestly, for that kind of money, I'd probably opt for Japanese ramen instead. read more

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This place deserves higher ratings. We have been coming here since at least 2008, when ai was a kid. This place brings back a lot of nostalgia for me and my family. This is still a family favorite and I try to come back here every time I visit the bay. The flavors and dishes are as I still remember them. This is my comfort food!! read more

Mi Southeast Asian Eatery - Vietnamese Near Me - Richmond, California

Great place for excellent and delicious food! Sadly we have not been here for a few years only because we have to come from Fairfield. In thinking about it, it's actually not so far. The food, the restaurant, and the staff are really great! We will definitely return. read more

Mi Southeast Asian Eatery - Egg Noodles in tasty broth - Vietnamese Near Me - Richmond, California

It's been ten years since my last review for Mi Southeast Asian Eatery and I still love their food. Teo chow noodles with the soup on the side along with the fried fish cakes are always my go to. This day, I ordered an extra side of the pickled cabbage. Although it was a ton of food, it was the best idea to have the soup separate when boxing the food up. The young man that took my order was extremely nice and even thanked me for ordering the extra cabbage. He told me how much his father prides his pickled cabbage so it was nice to hear. There's plenty of seating and they are now cash only. read more

Mi Southeast Asian Eatery - Vietnamese Near Me - Richmond, California

Took my family out for breakfast. Food was great! Service was excellent. Only downfall is they're cash only. Wish they would have put up a sign outside in front of the door or have the server mention it to us when she took our order beside having a sign CASH ONLY at the cashier. Luckily the manager was okay for us to Zelle him. There's no ATM machine around. But it looks like under new management read more

Mi Southeast Asian Eatery - Vietnamese Near Me - Richmond, California

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I'm very disappointed that they start charging for extra bean sprouts and fried garlic now. If you're gonna start charging, let your customer know and at least give us more. A very small amount of bean sprouts and friend garlic should not cost this much. I guess we won't be going here this often now. read more

Mi Southeast Asian Eatery - Noodles soup still good but it's super super expensive now. They also start charging for extra bean sprouts and fried garlic. - Vietnamese Near Me - Richmond, California

Really quick service every time I've come in. The #21 is my usual order, and I love getting the pickled cabbage on the side for that extra crunch. Solid spot if you're nearby and want something fast and satisfying. read more

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20 plus years I have been eating at this place. From when it was VH to now Mi, the quality has stayed the same. Teo chew with wonton and soup on the side. Ryan is awesome, making sure to stop by tables to check in. I can bathe in this broth. Comfort in a bowl legit. read more

Mi Southeast Asian Eatery - Teo chew wonton with soup on side - Vietnamese Near Me - Richmond, California

This place is perfect to frequent as the weather gets colder. It's in the back of Ranch 99 as part of a large Asian food mall. Went on a Sunday night, and didn't have to wait, but I could imagine this place would get full on certain nights. Had the Original Teochew broth with ho fun (thick rice noodles) and wonton. Ordered with the soup on the side. The portion was appropriate for the price and the chili they put out on the tables was flavorful and perfectly complimented everything. The owner was also super friendly and gave us some pointers on how to keep the chili fresh, as he sells them by the jar as well. Will definitely be back next time I'm in the area. read more

Mi Southeast Asian Eatery - The Original Teochew - Vietnamese Near Me - Richmond, California

My husband and I eat here regularly because we really like this place. Even though the food is a bit greasy, the noodles are very delicious, especially the thin egg noodles. I always order the combo with everything except liver. The service is pretty good too. If you go during busy hours, you might have to wait a bit, but I usually go when it's not too crowded. The shop isn't very big, but it's quite clean. Just a note -- they only accept cash, so be sure to bring some with you. read more

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Excellent family run biz! Love this place and can't wait to go back! Cozy vibes and delicious food inside the mall where Ranch 99 is. You have so many noodle and soup options to choose from. Great service by people who are passionate about food and their restaurant. Highly recommend! read more

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This restaurant is the bay's best little tucked away secret. The broth is hella good, the fish balls are house made, so is the the hot sauce and milk tea is to die for. Recommend the fish meatball noodle soup with the silver needle noodles!!! read more

Mi Southeast Asian Eatery - Fish meatball and silver needles - Vietnamese Near Me - Richmond, California

In China, just down the street from my grandfather's house, there was a small family-run noodle shop. The menu was simple, the kind of comfort food you don't realize you'll crave forever--until you're thousands of miles away, wishing for one more bowl. For my family, we found that same feeling of comfort closer to home. We've been coming to this authentic Chinese restaurant for over two decades. It's become part of our family's rhythm--whether we're headed to SFO, Chinatown, or just passing through the Bay. Now, it's one of my kids' favorite spots too. When I stopped in with my daughter today, the owner came to our table after he heard from his staff that my family's been coming here fo two decades. He shared a piece of his own family's story: his grandfather opened the first restaurant in Oakland back in the 1980s. In 2001, his father opened this location. Then came COVID, and with it, the very real possibility of closing. That's when the son decided to quit his job in Texas, move back, and take over. He told me it wasn't just about business--it was about family, about holding onto something that had been passed down for generations. The restaurant is small. Cash only. Tucked in the corner of a shopping center just off 80 on Central Ave. But if you ever find yourself on the way to San Francisco, stop by. Taste the food. And remember, behind every plate is a family story worth holding onto.e read more

Great time for soup on a cold day. We ordered the beef stew with tendon, the broth was rich in flavor. The beef and tendon were really tender. The Singapore stir fry noodles with curry, fish cake and vermicelli was another delicious dish. The host was friendly and accommodating. Definitely will come back again. read more

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This is actually one of my favorite noddle restaurants and I'm surprised that I haven't reviewed this place. It is nothing fancy but food and service is excellent. This is very causal dining and is cash only. The place is always clean and can get quite busy during lunch hours. Their Chiu Chow noodles soups and stirred fried kidneys with scallions are their signature dishes. read more

I've been coming here since they were VH Noodle House. Same awesome staff (the boys are now adults lol), same awesome service and same awesome tasting food. read more

The duck noodles are my favorite. Is so delicious I usually get flat noodles and side of their pickles cabbage and fish cakes. Never go wrong with that. You will like them. Give them a try. read more

This place is cash only so have that handy. Food here was good. Service could be better. The waitress brought our water cups which were half full and no ice. They didn't come by to fill up our water cups. The menu is similar to VH in Oakland Chinatown. I got the teochew noodles. The portion is a lot smaller than I remembered. Maybe shrinkflation? It was still very tasty though. This shop is small and has about 12 tables? read more

Mi Southeast Asian Eatery - Teochew Noodles - Vietnamese Near Me - Richmond, California

Nice food Much more expensive than it used to be Fast cooking CASH ONLY! Just like near 20 years ago read more

Mi Southeast Asian Eatery - The original Teo Chew with thin noodle and pork liver - Vietnamese Near Me - Richmond, California

I've been two maybe 4/5 chao zhou restaurants and aside from Vien Huong (same family that owns this restaurant), this place has the beeeest chao zhou he fen! I think it's cash only here, but it's so worth it. Their satay beef ho fun and original chao zhou he fen with soup is our all time favorites along with their marinated duck and fish cakes! If I lived closer I'd eat here at least once a week. The owners are friendly and they're quick to serve you! It's a very casual spot, it's not super big so definitely want to go earlier to prevent waiting too long. read more

Came here today for the first time because I moved to Albany from Oakland and needed a local spot to get these style of noodles. OMG blew my Oakland favorite out of the water, everything was so fresh the beef balls, fish balls and fish cake are all made in house which is really hard to find these days. I could taste love in the food, I felt like I was eating a home cooked meal. The flavors were on point the house made chili sauce was like crack which they sell bottles of!! Besides how amazing the food was the owner is so hospitable , carrying on tradition of his family's restaurants. Prices are reasonable for how good the quality of ingredients are and the portions are huge. Amazing worth every penny, this is for sure going to be my new weekly noodle spot :) read more

I have come to this place over the years and it never fails to satisfy! The inside is very basic and laid back, not highly decorated. Very casual place for a meal with family or friends. The service is ok, they don't check in much they mainly bring food out and bring water refills as the meal proceeds. The waiters and staff are overall friendly and try to ensure your meal is going well. The food was really good, it's refreshing and flavorful! Beef stew- Tastes as great as it looks! Especially tasty with hofun or egg noodles. Seafood noodle soup- Very good and flavorful, this dish is a classic at lots of chinese cafes and this place definitely serves the dish well! Beef tripe noodle soup- Lots of flavor and overall pretty tasty but if you're looking for more pho like noodle soup you'd probably check by next door at Pho saigon Overall a great place to pop by if you want to grab food then maybe grab snacks! It's in the Pacific East mall which is full of Asian eateries and shops. The main problem i would say is that they ONLY take cash payment! Definitely something to keep in mind when dining here. read more

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Came here around 2:30 on a Saturday and it was pretty empty, probably came after the lunch crowd. We each ordered the same noodle soup and it came out about 5 minutes later. Soup was nice and hot, got it was hofun noodles and added all my sauces/condiments. It was definitely tasty and we like to come here whenever we make our way out to 99 Ranch. Friendly, fast service. Cash only. read more

Mi Southeast Asian Eatery - Vietnamese Near Me - Richmond, California

I've been eating here for more than half of my life and it is still as delicious with each passing year. Workers are great and very friendly, helping with any questions about menu items. Even stopping by to have little conversations to get to know customers. Inside has quite a homey feel and many regulars so you know it's good. Bring cash! read more

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Amazing food.. House made noodles and chilis makes my mouth water thinking about it. Amazing service.. Cash only.

I've been coming to this location since I was in elementary school about 20 years ago! Ownership has changed, I believe it's the former owner's son and he is incredibly passionate about the food and service. Since moving back to the Bay Area, I've come back at least once a month and recommended it to multiple people. Note that they are cash only and close quite early so it's not somewhere you can head to for a late night bite (: read more

I've been eating at this establishment since I was a young girl. All of my family members love their noodle dishes for decades(since Oakland location) We've moved out of the area but I'm always a returning customer any chance I get, whether I get the chance to dine in or get family members to order take out and drive it to me hours away. We flew back from Las Vegas to SFO and got there late evening, haven't had a single meal yet for the day. We had small children and they're super picky about food so I had to order to go from next door and brought over a few food items so the children can eat and will leave the parents alone and let us enjoy our meal. Next thing you know, the waiter(maybe the owner's son) came yelling, making a big deal about us bringing in outside food saying "no restaurants in the country will allow us to bring in food from outside the restaurant " Got my children startled and asking me (mother) if we're getting kicked out. Made the experience from being nostalgic to extremely negative in an instant. Totally get it if you're a high end restaurant. Did not mean to be disrespectful of any establishment but any owners should be more understanding of families with young children and make some accommodations rather than assume every customer has the intention to disrespect their establishment. Needless to say, won't be a returning customer any longer. read more

I've been to this establishment a couple times before covid. I personally think the Teo Chow Style with Ho Fun is the best dish they have. Keep in mind this is CASH only though. This dish honestly gives me so much nostalgia. I used to always order this in high school during badminton training. I'm just a fan of noodle soups and this is also best served when the weather is cold. I'm giving it 4 stars though due to my past experience of ordering to go. I was charged for the to go boxes before which was really odd. I never got charged for to go boxes when ordering to go at any place. Not sure if they are still doing this now but that is one thing I'll never forget at this place. read more

Mi Southeast Asian Eatery - Teo Chow Style with Fish Cake and Ho Fun Noodles - Vietnamese Near Me - Richmond, California

2nd time here. I love a good dry noodle spot. Got here right when it opened so I didn't have to wait. The first time I came it was super busy as I arrived in the afternoon. There are different noodle options such as rice or egg noodle. I got mine with the thicker egg noodle. I don't get the bad reviews, this place is solid and all the meats inside are good quality. Would come back if I was in the area. read more

Mi Southeast Asian Eatery - Dry noodle soup on the side - Vietnamese Near Me - Richmond, California

This authentic version of a type of asian restaurant. Happy this restaurant survived the pandemic as many restaurants in the plaza have changed periodically. The price of the food did increase and the portions are smaller but the broth and noodles is still delicious. The menu is now in English with a description of the dish. Don't be surprised if the locals/regulars get their food before you because the servers know their orders well. read more

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Pretty good value chiu chow noodles at Richmond. Nice and loaded bowl of noodles which are perfect for a hangover cure Yellow noodle soup came with chiu chow wonton, shrimps, meatballs, pork kidney. Pork kidneys got some funk, so if you can't take it.. Have the alternative! Pretty well put together and would recommend and return Iced coffee was teriffic, hot oil was nice and smokey with some tea notes. Quite nice Only downer was probably the uncomfortable booth seating read more

Mi Southeast Asian Eatery - Wonton chiu chow noodle with seafood and pork kidney, ice coffee - Vietnamese Near Me - Richmond, California