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    Papaya Kitchen

    4.9 (80 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated a few days ago

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    Bryant S.

    I rarely leave reviews but only upload pictures for restaurants, but I have to leave a review for this restaurant that I accidentally discovered. While going to a nearby LA Fitness, I saw this on the way because I did not eat a dinner yet. I saw a choice between this, Thai Street food next to it, but I decided to walk in here. The place was extremely small with not many tables, but I could find a seat close to the window side. What made me to give this perfect stars for this restaurant is how kind the owner was. He gave me a fresh bottle of Ozarka water, and he was really showing a fantastic service. And the food was great, too. I thought it was little expensive at $18 for a bowl of shrimp noodle, but it was enough portion. So, while I would not normally give this high ranking for a restaurant that is not super fancy, I have to make an exception because the owner's service really made a difference.

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    Nik W.

    The food is phenomenal! And I'm from California, so I know good Vietnamese spots! The portions are good. The flavors on point! I highly recommend this place if you're in the area! I drove from Gainesville to come here so that should tell you how good the food is! And the owner is awesome too, so the customer service is phenomenal!

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    Margo F.

    A friend recommended this place and the reviews were good so we went. I had the beef pho and my friend had the beef vermicelli. My pho was great! It was huge, I took about half home. The broth was flavorful and it had the normal accompanying vegetables. I didn't see the meat raw, it was all cooked in the broth but there was A LOT of meat. More than I expected, it was also flavorful and tender. I think it was $18 which is on the high end for pho but I did have leftovers and really enjoyed it! My friend also enjoyed his meal and had leftovers. They offered a complimentary ice cream and we accepted. It's a small container of Blue Bell, which was thoughtful and we enjoyed it. We also shared the shrimp spring rolls, the shrimp were large and it was delightful. The restaurant is small but they seem to do a lot of take out so there was plenty of seating. Give it a try!

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    Alexa G.

    this place is legit, definitely will be returning as a regular. We ate so good, music was tea, and yeah potions are on point it's just perfect we love pho and the egg rolls like wow

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    Katie

    This place is unbelievably amazing. I got shrimp spring rolls and beef pho and the flavor was stellar and the perfect warm meal on a chilly day. Alan was the friendliest man ever and ensured we had everything we needed for a delicious meal. I will absolutely come back here any time I'm in Dallas.

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    Everything is amazing! This is a Vietnamese food delight! I could eat here at least twice a week and never get tired of it! My whole family loves this place!! I'm not a hot spice kind of girl but my family likes it med & really hot spice and we are all given exactly what we want!!! I highly recommend this place!!!

    Michael D.

    Amazing pho. Had the chicken. Definitely coming back here. Want to try the vermicelli next time!

    Goi Cuon Tom, shrimp spring rolls - love this! (April, 2024)
    Jennifer Y.

    I am crazy about Papaya Kitchen's "Shrimp Spring Rolls" - plump, juicy shrimps, lovely amount of vermicelli, lettuce, and bean sprouts, and delicious peanut sauce. Efficient online ordering. Welcoming pickup service. So glad this once beloved 'green papaya restaurant' being back. With the now named "Papaya Kitchen" being set up for mainly takeouts! CHEERS!

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    Julio R.

    Was not my intention to visit this place but after trying it out, it was worth the price! Customer service and the taste of the food was great!! The ambiance was good!! I never review in yelp, so this review meant something.

    Pork and shrimp egg-rolls, #25, meatball pho

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    Fair prices, fresh foods, great tastes, very attentive service, easy on site free parking.

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    Thank you, Marcy. We're looking forward to seeing you

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    Excellect grilled chicken and vermicelli salad. Big portions too. Service is very attentive. Will definitely be back.

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    Thank you, Zoe.We're so grateful .Hope to see you again soon

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    Mot Hai Ba

    4.1
    (568 reviews)
    3.5 mi
    $$

    Fantastic food, ambiance, and service! 10/10 experience at Mot Hai Ba!…read more My friend and I had a reservation for dinner at the bar. Gabe took the best care of us! He was incredibly friendly, attentive, and gave us fantastic recommendations. To drink I got the Lychee Lemongrass Martini, which was perfectly sweet! Gabe started us off with the Gruyère Kimchi fritters on the house, which were so crunchy and savory! Our other apps were the beet salad and Crispy Vietnamese Rice Cake. The beet salad was refreshing, but the rice cake stole the show. Warning -- the portion was massive, but the mushroom filling was beyond flavorful! For our mains we got the Eggplant Curry and Garlic Noodles. I've heard a lot about their garlic noodles, and enjoyed them, but wished for a bit more garlic flavor. The curry was phenomenal! Spicy with such a bright flavor. 10/10!

    Easily one of, if not my new favorite restaurant in Dallas…read more We celebrated my birthday here a few weeks ago and could not have had a better experience. We were seated at the bar, where a branded 'Happy Birthday' sign waited. From there, the bartender, Gabe, gave us a full rundown of the menu and offered suggestions for us. He could not have been more helpful or knowledgeable about each dish. He truly made the night feel special and even sent out two appetizers so that we got to try the dishes that he liked. Also, when we got were finishing up our meal and ordered the chocolate cake, there was a candle in it and he took our picture with a Polaroid camera to help commemorate the occasion. A small gesture that went a long way. The first dish that we got was the Kimchi and Gruyère rice fritters, which were one of the dishes that Gabe sent out and a great start to the night. From there, we ordered the stuffed leeks and the dauphine ravioli, both of which were fantastic and the highlights of the meal. Both must-order dishes. We opted for the branzino as our entree, and Gabe sent out a side of rice which paired with the fish perfectly. The only surprising miss for our meal was the garlic noodles, just felt a bit one dimensional. The chocolate cake was fantastic and a great way to end the meal. Overall will absolutely be back; we have talked a few times about what we will order the next time we visit.

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    Cris and John

    Cris and John

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    10.9 mi
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    This fusion is a perfect match and the menu exquisitely executes pairing the flavorful food of…read morethese two cultures. The restaurant has vibrant decor and murals that transport you to a diverse neighborhood. Every employee who helped us was approachable and kind, checking on us after we were seated and served, going as far as taking photos for us when we asked because we were celebrating our anniversary, and bringing out things we asked for once we were seated. It seems basic to say that, but the warmth and kindness was felt from each employee we interacted with, and I don't want to gloss over their good service. Our order: - Angry Pho Birria Platter - Elote + Chips - Strawberry Lemonade - Ube Horchata The pho (a little spicy) and bao (a little sweet with super tender meat) will make you want to do a happy dance. The wings could have been a little crunchier but they were sauced so it's understandable. The Bang Bang and Spicy Chili flavors were delicious. The Birria tacos were good, but we loved everything else on the platter more. The Elote + chips starter was authentic and yummy. The chips felt like an odd pairing, but it tasted good together! The Strawberry Lemonade was sweet but refreshing. The Ube Horchata was creamy and delicious. Not too sweet, and the ice didn't ruin it. Know before you go: - Arrive early! We got there when they opened at 11 AM on a Friday. Two other parties were already there and waiting to dine, as well. By 11:30 AM, a nice-sized crowd had rolled in. They had no problem getting everyone served quickly, though. - You order and pay first, grab a seat, and then they bring your food out to you. - Yes, the platter sizes are sufficient for two hungry adults to fill up on! You might even have trouble finishing it all. - Their online menu has awesome pictures of each platter option. The platters look smaller in person than in those photos, but as I said, you will definitely get full. - My husband, who is not a pho lover, loved the Angry Pho. - They are closed on Saturdays and Mondays. - They have gluten-free and halal options.

    Don't walk, you gotta run and try this place!! All the dishes are Vietnamese fusion and nothing…read moreI've ever had before. It's one of a kind and they execute so well! It's so freakin good! Literally a flavor bomb in every bite! They have an extensive menu with so many unique dishes. It was hard to order one dish so we just had to order it all :) The Saltado was the best I've ever had! It was so bomb! The fries were somehow still crispy even though it's tossed in this delicious sauce! Meat was tender and melt in your mouth good! I also loved the burger! We cut pieces so we can all try the different dishes, and I kept cutting pieces of the burger! I've also been on a burger kick lately to try to find the best burger and this one is high up the list! It was surprisingly hot for a good 15 mins. The meat was well seasoned and the onion, cheese meat and sauce all blended so well. Little bit salty and a little bit sweet with the grill onions. The wings were also crispy with this nice sweet chili sauce! Cooked to perfection! I really liked the curry pho! It's a green curry with a little kick to it. They have quite a few different vegan options and this is a dish that can be made vegan. You can dip the Birria tacos in this pho consume which is so fire! It's so good you just want to drink it up lol I added some of their habenero hot sauce and it was just the perfect birria bites. The phorrito is pho filling wrapped in rice and fried! You gotta wash all these delicious meals down with a lychee peach tea! It hit the spot lol it was so refreshing with the perfect amount of flavor and sweetness. This is a must try place if you're in the area!

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    Burger and street fries! The fries were a little spicy for me, but you can tell them to make them not "angry"...

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