I was only in town briefly and had a craving for really good crispy egg rolls -- this place…read moreabsolutely delivered. The pork and shrimp net egg rolls were perfectly crispy and packed with flavor, and the bánh khọt egg rolls were just as amazing. I loved wrapping everything in the fresh greens they provided, dipping each bite into the fish sauce, and adding a little sriracha for extra kick. Yes, the fish sauce smell lingers on your hands, but it's completely worth it because the flavors are incredible. There's plenty of parking since it's located in a strip mall, which made it easy and convenient to visit. If you love crispy-style egg rolls, I highly recommend this spot. I'll definitely be stopping by every time I'm in the area.

I've been wanting to try SJ eggrolls for a very long time. Ordered , nem nuong, banh khot, and egg…read morerolls. Everything was delicious, even the pairing with the fish sauce and vegetables were fresh and clean. The fish sauce tasted like my mom's homemade fish sauce. My Vietnamese Mom definitely approves SJ eggrolls and even went back and ordered a few more things for my dad a week later. Thank you for having this spot in ESSJ and I'll be back for their catering trays for my next gathering.

blue monkey cafe is so good. the food is delicious, the portions are awesome, and they have a…read morereally nice variety of dishes from different parts of vietnam, including central vietnam. everything came out super fast, but it didn't feel like they were sacrificing quality at all. it's the kind of place where you can try a bunch of different things and everything hits. also, definitely do not skip the cafe sua da. seriously.

My boyfriend introduced me to Blue Monkey and it's quickly become one of my favorite Vietnamese…read morespots! I've brought my family here and they all loved it too--you honestly can't go wrong with anything on the menu. They also have rotating specials, which keeps things fun if you like trying something new each time. There's plenty of seating both indoors and outdoors, so it's great for groups or a casual meal. My personal favorite is the catfish hot pot with the sweet and sour soup--SO delicious and super comforting. Definitely a must-order! Such a solid spot that I keep coming back to!

One of my favorite spots for banh cuon. I'm never disappointed by the quality or generous portion…read moresizes. Be warned that there is usually a wait for dine-in during peak times! Stick close by so you can hear your name called. Or, as I often do, opt for takeout and skip the lines entirely.

Food 4/5 We got the crab udon and the appetizer platter to…read moreshare for two people and it was plenty of food. They gave generous toppings in the crab udon and the starchy broth was rich and flavorful. The blood in the udon didn't taste fresh and the toppings I didn't like so much. The platter also had a variety of food and I prefer this one over the udon. Price is good for the amount of food you get! Service 4/5 Standard service, don't expect fancy tables and chairs. Ambiance 4/5 The ambiance seemed alright, it definitely feels like one of those grab your lunch and go kind of places since we were sitting outside. However they have indoor seating as well.

Chả cá lã vọng: A+ Northern region dish, definitely a must…read moretry. Serve on a bed of onions and fresh dill. Great spring roll dish for two hungry peeps. Banh bot chien: B Can't go wrong. Was nice and quispy. -John

I come here very often and I've always left happy. Please try their fish spring roll!…read more Taste: Their fish spring roll is flavorful and comes with a side of seasonal veggies. It's great for anyone trying to get their greens. Parking: Paloma has a lot of parking but it's quite the popular plaza. Service: They've always been great. It is cash/zelle

Delicious! Ive ordered via DoorDash and have dined. Both times the food has been fresh and yummy…read more While dining in, the service is great and the restaurant is clean. When I arrived , I was seated right away but when I left, there was a lot of people waiting to be seated. It's a popular restaurant and worth a try. Parking can be a challenge.

They have a special promotion for certain items like soups and select appetizers. This is a small…read morepercentage off if you order to go instead of dine in. We didn't know this until we asked about it since a friend had told us by word of mouth (I didn't really see any advertisements anywhere). I will say it is hard to enjoy the freshness on the spot of the food, but for some items it's worth it especially if there's a line or wait. They are pretty quick about pumping people through here and the quality is all pretty good. Portions are decent so if you're looking for some good Vietnamese food, I'd check it out. It's in the center with a bunch of other Vietnamese options but you'll always see it's crowded here. Inside it's actually quiete large and plenty of workers to keep the flow. We got the : Bánh Bột Lọc Bánh RamÍt Banh xeo Bún Bò Huế Bún thịt nướng

I ordered two large bun bo hue for take out. They were packaged very well, soup broths were…read moreseparated from the meats and noodles to the herbs for topping. I also was able to get additional chili oil and the fermented shrimp paste for it. One large bun bo hue was able to feed two people when adding all the toppings they give you. The bun bo hue broth was good as well as the meats. Note - parking here can be difficult on the weekends. It is a very busy plaza. They do cash or debit only.

The BBH is FIRE!!!!! Every time I go to San Jose, this is my first stop. The broth is legit,…read more generous serving size, everything was great. I have yet to find a worthy BBH spot until I found this one. Must try. Quick service and great noodles. My son gets the pho and it's pretty good too.

Amy was our server and was very attentive and friendly! Food came out quick and was so tasty…read more Definitely lived up to the hype :)

The food is always the best and I love how much garnish they put in their pho broth. My boyfriend…read moreespecially loves their Com Tam. The service is so quick and fast. Our server Amy is the best and she's so attentive! Highly recommend.

Decided to try something new in the area and can't believe I haven't been here before. Been on the…read morehunt for some good banh canh with light broth and not the thick kind, and it was a delight!! I loved my soup, perfect portion size and flavorful. Not too salty, a bit on the sweeter side. Bun Bo hue was decent, broth is a little lighter than I preferred, not too oily, good flavor! We were so full from our noodles we struggled finishing the banh cuon. Fast service, loved the bell you could ring for quicker service, very nice and modern interior. Everything is very updated, plenty of space and light.

It's been a few years since I've been back here. In town…read morefor work and no more group dinner. Wanted a quiet evening enjoying Vietnamese food. Not a fan of the parking lot but doable. Went in and he walked me to a table in anew section to the right side. The last time I was here, this section did not exist as it was a separate store. Looks like Tay Ho bought the store next door and the. Knocked down the wall and expanded their restaurant. The whole restaurant is pretty big now A nice selection of items. Food was good. Not great but doable and as there are not of Vietnamese restaurants in the area, this works well. Service was great. Food came out so timely without much wait. Enjoyed my quiet meal tonight.

I was trying to find the best place for shaken beef and this has to be my favorite…read more I've ordered to go from here twice. The portion is perfect and the quality is consistent. The meat is so soft (I ask for medium rare) and it's cooked perfectly. It's super easy to eat and the flavor is so yummy. The red rice has a nice flavor and buttery taste to it. One thing I wanted to note is that I asked for no bell peppers and they cooked the onions perfectly. It's soft and pairs so well. I would definitely not ask for the do chua (carrot and daikon) and just sub it for extra lettuce next time. I'm literally craving the shaken beef plate again omg I gotta go back asap! Next time, I definitely want to dine in and try their other menu items as well :)

If you're anywhere near Branham and Ross seeking Vietnamese , Pho Luc Lac is absolutely worth a…read morestop. My wife and I tried it for the first time, and you can tell right away this place has been around and knows what it's doing. Simple setup; steady crowd even on a Sunday night; always a good sign. I ordered the large chicken pho, and my wife had the chicken fried rice, which she really enjoyed. The pho was excellent; rich, flavorful broth; great noodles; and a portion size that humbled me. I couldn't quite finish it, which doesn't happen often. Only minor note; I would've liked a few more vegetables, but I'm sure they would've brought more if I asked. Service is quick and efficient. Like many traditional pho spots, you eat first, then go up to the register and tell them your table number to pay; seasoned move is to remember your number and handle it like a regular. Five stars from me. I'll definitely be back; next time I've got my eye on the brisket. Honestly, it's tough to find really good pho in this part of San Jose without heading up to North San Jose or Milpitas, but if you're in the Cambrian area, this might be your spot.

this place is such comforting food for me. my parents have been taking me since i was young, and…read morethis is our go-to for this particular viet dish called bún măng vịt, which is vermicelli noodles, duck meat, and bamboo shoots! bún măng vịt - i loooove the sauce they have here. you put a bit in the soup but careful to not too much since it could get salty, and i love dipping my chicken/duck into the sauce!! the sauce really does complete this dish. i really appreciate that you can ask for more sauce for free any time. inside is colorful and is what you can expect from a little asian restaurant. we came at 1pm on a sunday and it was pretty busy, so the staff took a bit of time to take our orders and provide water. parking can be tough since the lot for this particular area is small, so i just park in the plaza next to it.

Food 5/5: Duck salad was portion really great. The flavor was really good with the addition of…read moretheir sauce. Plenty of salad the meat. Additionally the porridge was delicious! Service 3/5: Average service, staff is nice. Ambiance 3/5: A bit small but overall decent. Tables are a bit close and parking can be rough. But definitely worth checking out. Really great food!