Truong Thanh Vietnamese Restaurant in Milpitas is a low-key spot known for its thick crab noodle soup Banh Canh Cua and flaming-wok Bo Luc Lac shaking beef. I would go back for the Bo Luc Lac, skip the tomato rice to make it a low carb meal. I tried the Banh Khot, Banh Hoi and roasted quail. Service is efficient, considering only one waiter serving the front. It's a casual place good for family gatherings. Parking can be tough with many restaurants in the complex. read more

Truong Thanh Restaurant - 33. Com Bo Luc Lac, 1. Banh Canh Cua, A5. Banh Khot, 32. Bun/Banh Hoi Tom Thit Nuong - Vietnamese Near Me - Milpitas, California

Saw a tik tok comment saying the banh canh cua is better than banh canh 3 mien in San Jose so of course I had to come try it. It was indeed not better. The food here overall was alright and nothing special and lacking flavor a bit. * Goi cuon: This is one of their appetizers that consists of shrimp spring rolls with peanut sauce. It came with 3 rolls cut in half and was presented nicely. Each roll had e shrimps in there, thin rice noodles and lots of lettuce. I did like that it was more lettuce than noodle ratio. This was a good appetizer no complaints. * Banh canh cua: I got their regular bowl and it was pretty filling. Right off the bat when I tasted the broth I was a bit let down. It was lacking a lot of that crab umami flavor. I didn't see a lot of crab meat but there was more shrimp strips and sliced pork. The noodles were cooked good. Overall just for this one dish I would give it a 6/10. I think banh canh 3 mien def has better banh canh cua rich in flavor. * My mom got some egg noodle dish that looks fried. She did say it was average. * my grandma got their bun thit noung and said the meat was very salty. I do think how they plate their dishes is very visually appealing but the flavor overall was average. The workers here are very nice though and the interior is very cute. I would not come out of my way to eat here again unless I was in the area and really craving Vietnamese food. Their menu is also pretty extensive with lots of variety. read more

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I think this place is known for their banh canh cua. Comes in a generous big bowl. I like that it's the thick soup version. I do think it's a little steep for almost $23. Yes it was good but don't think it should be that expensive. However most of the entrees were ranging between $19-21. My partner ordered the com tam with kalbi ribs. It came with 4 big pieces of meat. We were surprised it was a generous amount. The marinate and char made it so good. It came with pickled papaya which I really appreciate you don't see that often. Also ordered a com tam suon bi cha to go. Even tho it was eaten the next day, the char on the meat was. So good. Meat was tender. I would definitely come back again. Pricey for Vietnamese foood but it was delicious. The plaza can get packed. Hard to find parking. Suggest parking on the street or in the next plaza and walk over. read more

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Nice spot in an Asian strip mall. Just showed up and wandered in. Was greeted quickly, may have just opened as there was nobody there Nice inside, lots of tables on 2 different levels. Took a table near the kitchen and ordered my usual, fresh spring roll, beef stew and Thai tea. Everything was delicious. Beef stew had lots of flavor and beef. Hate when you get 2-3 pieces of meat, this bowl had a lot. Spring rolls were very fresh and tasty. Get 3! I was only able to eat 2 so took one back to hotel and ate the next day Tea wasGood as well Service good, and the place had filled up by the time I left read more

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I have only ordered take out from them, and each time was great! I get the banh xeo and it's big and freshhh! It was good and flavorful. They do not skimp. Service was efficient and friendly! They had a good amount of seating, so will dine in next time and try more dishes :) Located in plaza, so theres parking read more

Truong Thanh Restaurant - 25. Banh Xeo - Vietnamese Near Me - Milpitas, California

We came here with my Taiwanese in laws who are the epitome of picky. They hate spicy, salty, oily, lamb, beef, etc. THEY LOVED TRUONG THANH!!!! My MIL does not typically eat much when we go out to eat but she inhaled the banh xeo. They sang nothing but praise after we ate here. There was a lone worker whom I felt badly for because he spilled some soup on his hand. So sorry about that. He remained totally professional. I felt so bad. You can tell this job, especially with only one waiter working, is not easy but the service was spectacular nonetheless. I would give 6 stars if I could just for the service. Will definitely come back :) read more

This place is v mid. I feel a bit deceived by social media. I won't be returning as there are better viet places in the area. banh khot: flavor good, crispiness not the best. Banh Canh Cua - flavor was lacking. Maybe like 2 pieces of crab. Very disappointing. Hu Tieu Ba Nam Sa Dec - A specialty dry noodle dish. This was also a let down. It wasn't really special and the shrimp seemed old/not fresh. Also the shrimp poop is fully intact so beware. Their service is SUPER slow. Took them 10-15 after being seated to get water/utensils. Food also took another 15+ minutes. It wasn't particularly busy but there were only 2 waiters. Also, they do not clean up the tables around you. With 8 tables of service, 5 of them had all their used plates sitting on the table. Lastly, I had to request 25% of the bowls/utensils to be exchanged bc they were dirty/had leftover food. read more

The bánh khọt was a bit disappointing since it wasn't crispy, which is what I usually look for. The bánh canh cua was decent--I liked the thick, rich consistency of the broth. However, for the price, I was expecting more toppings, especially more crab meat and meat. Overall, the flavors were good, but the portions could be more generous. read more

Truong Thanh Restaurant - Crab udon - Vietnamese Near Me - Milpitas, California

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I seriously can't say this enough--I LOVED this place! From the moment I walked in, I was obsessed. The restaurant is absolutely adorable--everything from the menu to the decor to the staff uniforms is thoughtfully designed and just so cute. And the staff? Incredibly friendly and welcoming, which made the whole experience even better. As for the food... WOW. If I had to describe it in one word: superb. Every single dish, every single bite was amazing. I was literally doing a happy dance the entire meal. I already can't wait to come back. Thank you for such a wonderful dinner! read more

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Came around 830 on Saturday, it was out post workout meal! I tried so many Vietnamese restaurants but this was the place i would surely return to try their other dishes. It was a hidden gem! The plaza has many restaurants but I chose them cause I was craving vermicelli! Slightly light dinner! Servers wearing their cute traditional outfit, decorated walls were so cute, loved their music choice (making quiet background for customers to enjoy their food). - Vermicelli: Grilled pork and prawns were on point, perfectly cooked, well balanced with noodles and lettuce. Service was great, servers were so polite and friendly. They really keep their space clean and well organized. You will love it as soon as you walked in to the door! read more

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I think the rating for this place sits squarely where it belongs. Not great, but not bad. It is clearly a family run restaurant, but with all of the competition in the Bay Area, you have to find a way to set yourself apart that is more than the fact that you are family run restaurant. The price was a bit high (by a bit I mean a lot) compared to the amount of food that is served. My BBH was mild in authentic BBH flavor, but was tasty nonetheless. It was small, so I ordered a bowl of rice and that took about 10 mins to serve, much longer than it took to get the BBH to begin with. Then when it was time to leave, there was no one to be found. I believe they were taking out the trash and closing up for the night. I will chalk this up to my late dinner and will not hold it against them. Overall, the food was good, but just wish the portions were bigger for the price they charge Food: 4/5 Portion size: 2.5/5 Ambiance: 4/5 Service: 2.5/5 Overall: 13/20 read more

I had this place bookmarked for awhile and it kept popping up on TikTok. We came in and were seated right away and the reason was because the other Banh Canh places were already closed in San Jose. My review for each item: Banh Canh: 3/5, I've had better in San Jose & OC so it's hard to compare when I've already had the best. I wish they added shrimp and made the broth more umami & savory. You do get a good portion for ordering the large which I shared with my partner. But we both had to add fish sauce to give the flavor more of a kick. Banh Knot: 4/5, certain regions in Vietnam do the white Banh knot and this is the first I've seen in the Bay Area. It was crunchy and had that sweet coconut flavor. The fish sauce dip did need a little more so we added some to it since it was on the lighter side. Pha Lau: 2/5, I've honestly have had better Pha Lau, not sure if this was a different version but a little more on the runny side & coconut side for me and my partner. This is his favorite dish so slight disappointing when it wasn't up to par with what we're used to. I know in Vietnam depending on region things are seasoned and prepared differently. But I hope they don't shy away from just putting the full out authentic flavors. I see a lot of protection and growth they can make to their already extensive menu. read more

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A friend and I saw an Instagram reel for this place and I really wanted to try. We made it happen and got two more friends to join for dinner. The crispy egg rolls were pretty tasty. I've had ones just like those. The Banh Khot was good too. The Instagram video mentioned a pandan tea that I did not see on the menu so I asked for it. It tasted pretty good. I don't see this in other Vietnamese places so it felt unique. The main thing I wanted to try was their signature dish: Banh Canh Cua - Vietnamese udon with Dungeness crab, pork slices, and shrimp strips. This was my first time trying something like that. It tasted pretty good, but nothing extraordinary. Also saw a sign for a dish that we couldn't understand. The server did not know how to explain what it was in English initially. Came back and told us it was beef offals. I've had beef offals in Chinese, Korean, and Japanese cuisines, but not Vietnamese. The food here was pretty good, but a bit steep if we are just eating Vietnamese "street foods." read more

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Years ago I had this restaurant and don't remember it being hella good but recently had it again for take out. Banh canh cua had a nice thick class consistency but after eating it, its the choice of toppings they used. Maybe I'm a little picky on the cut of pork. I felt like it was missing something. Perhaps not enough crab. I think the two small items pink items in the soup (is that cha ca??) also aren't my favorite proteins. While it was an additional variety as a topping, it made me dislike it a little more. The broth though was decently flavored so I'd give it a 3/5 The star for me was the banh khot. Even after take out it, it was decently crispy and good flavor. Dare I say one of the better banh khot around San Jose. I'd come back again for this but not rush back for the banh canh. Food - 3.5 / Price - 3.5 read more

Truong Thanh Restaurant - To-go : A5. Banh Khot - Vietnamese Near Me - Milpitas, California

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Food was great ! I got the pan fried noodles I believe. They were very crispy , also the spring rolls were amazing. Quick service and the overall vibes were good. read more

This is one of our go to spots when we're craving some comfort food. We usually come on a weeknight right after 5pm and get seated right away. The servers here are very nice and attentive. For food, we usually will order the deep fried crispy fried eggrolls. The texture and flavor of these eggrolls are sooooo good! Our next favorite go to dish is bun rieu because it's our comfort food to eat when we're feeling under the weather or just want something hearty to eat. Whatever peppers they use always has a kick! The other dishes we have enjoyed are the mi thai, banh khot, com bo luc lac. There's so much other dishes to try so we'll continue to try something new each time we come back. read more

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First time trying this place and I will definitely come back! The com tam dishes were delicious and I loved the broken rice served with it. The fried egg rolls were very crispy and savory too! One of my fav parts of this place is the decor inside feels very cozy and they play very calming music. Our food also came out quite quickly and we felt very taken care of. 10/10! read more

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Almost forgot this was the whole point! Being foodies, we eat at so many different places we forget about the food we grew up with sometimes. @truongthanhrestaurant is an OG spot that serves delicious and flavorful Vietnamese dishes we all know and love growing up. We felt right at home after just one bite. They're known for their Banh Canh but don't skip out on their Mi Thai! Egg noodles with hugeeee prawns. With a huge selection of dishes and drinks, there's definitely something for everyone for family fun. Service was so nice and restaurant is so cozy read more

Truong Thanh Restaurant - Vietnamese Near Me - Milpitas, California

Banh Canh Cua is soooo good. Definitely order some Chinese Donuts to soak up the gravy-like broth. So savory and flavorful. The noodles were perfectly chewy and this was overall just a deliciously hearty dish. Made me feel warm and fuzzy. Don't sleep on the Thai-style Egg Noodles! (Mi Thai Truong Thanh) Actually blew my mind! The pasty sauce is a little sweet and spicy. However, the fried jumbo prawns? INSANELY GOOD. I was addicted to this. If you're not in the mood for banh canh, order this!!! I have to admit that the prices are a little high, but it's one of the few specialized Vietnamese restaurants in the Milpitas area. I would come back! read more

Truong Thanh Restaurant - 18. Mi Thai Truong Thanh Dac Biet - Vietnamese Near Me - Milpitas, California

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This is one of our favorite Vietnamese spots in Milpitas especially when we are too lazy to drive to SJ but my husband asked me to write a review this time :) My son's friends mom who is also Vietnamese actually told us about this spot and we usually come here for their banh canh cua (crab noodle soup) which is a crowd favorite and perfectly chewy. Our usual favs are the egg rolls, banh khot and a bun Bo hue for my spice loving boy. The banh khot is def one of my favorite things to eat - def a 5/5! My husband wanted to try something different this time: he ordered an egg noodle dish that he liked but i thought the flavors were just alright. I do usually love all of their noodle or rice dishes though! Anyway I just wanted to give them a shout out because my daughter likes her bland noodles so we usually order her a side of extra noodles plain, and today they gave us extra noodles and soup instead. While a nice gesture and totally worth the $ if you really just wanted an extra large bowl it wasn't what we needed. When we asked them to exchange it they were very accommodating and gracious, and brought out extra noodles without charging us extra. We tried the fried banana and ice cream today too and my kids have already declared it their new favorite dessert. It can be hard taking young kids out to eat, but my kids never complain when we come here because it's clean, relatively quiet and the food is yummy. read more

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Friendly staff, consistently fresh food, and still one of my go-to spots for banh canh cua. The broth is rich and flavorful, and the ingredients always taste high quality. The restaurant has a welcoming vibe and the staff are always kind and attentive. It does seem like the menu has been expanded or updated recently -- possibly from an ownership change -- but overall the quality has still been solid. Definitely a spot I'll continue coming back to when craving Vietnamese comfort food. read more

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If you're looking for a spot with endless options and authentic Vietnamese flavors, Trường Thành Restaurant in Milpitas is the place to be! Their menu is packed with dishes that will satisfy any craving, whether you're in the mood for noodles, rice, or small plates to share. We started with refreshing drinks: the Nước Dừa (young coconut juice), Sữa Đậu Nành (homemade soy milk), and strong, bold Cà Phê Sữa Đá (iced Vietnamese coffee)--the perfect trio to kick things off. For food, we loved the comforting Bánh Canh Của (crab udon soup) and the crispy, flavorful Bánh Khọt (mini savory pancakes with shrimp & pork). The Chả Giò (eggrolls) were golden and crunchy, and the Bánh Hỏi Tôm Thịt Nướng (grilled pork & prawns with steamed vermicelli squares) was perfectly seasoned. We also enjoyed the Bún Gà Nướng (grilled chicken over vermicelli noodles), the rich and tasty Mì Thái Trường Thành (Thai-style egg noodle with crispy jumbo prawns), and the Cơm Bò Lúc Lắc (shaking beef with red tomato rice), which was tender and full of flavor. With so many delicious choices, you'll want to come back just to try something new each time! This is definitely a spot worth returning to with friends and family. Thank you for the invite Truong Thanh Restaurant! read more

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We had a great dinner here. We ordered cha gio (egg roll), goi ga (chicken salad), banh khot (crispy mini pancake), banh canh cua (crab udon), bo luc lac com (shaking beef with tomato rice). Every dish was authentic. The decorations were beautiful and the music was soothing. The food came out fast. The waiter was super nice. Fantastic Vietnamese restaurant. read more

Highly underrated place. Food is excellent. Downside the bowl is average size not large. This is either a good or bad thing based on how much you eat. I prefer this size to keep my calories down. The banh canh cua is excellent and so is their Mi Nam Vang. Only thing is there's no liver which is supposedly the trade mark of Hi Tieu/Mi Nam Vang. There ingredients are also slightly different with lots of seafood. Good food. Skip the Nam Vang if you prefer tradition ingredients. read more

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Trung Thanh has become one of my go‑to spots in Milpitas, and it never disappoints. The service is always warm and welcoming, though I definitely recommend coming during non‑peak hours. They usually have only one or two servers working, so things can slow down when it gets busy -- but the food is absolutely worth it. My must‑order items every time: * Bánh Khọt - my absolute favorite. Crispy, savory, and packed with flavor. * Bánh Canh Cua - Their house specialty and hands down one of the best versions I've had. Rich, comforting, and full of crab flavor. * Bún Bò Huế - Bold, aromatic, and deeply satisfying. If you love a good spicy broth, this one hits the spot. Overall, Trung Thanh is a gem for Vietnamese comfort food. Come a little early or a little late to dodge the rush, and you'll have an awesome experience every time. read more

Went here for dinner with wifey and friends. I come from SoCal - so unfair to compare it to Huntington Beach or Garden Grove. I'll tell you this - it is cheaper and the portions are more than enough. Service is excellent. I would give it five stars but only because I have experienced so much Pho, I do believe that they can make the broth a little bit better. But when I come again? Absolutely. From the customer service to the end of an experience all the way through - this place is fantastic. Just be safe and make sure you help your small businesses read more

Truong Thanh Restaurant - Trinh was amazing. Ty and this place service and atmosphere wand tables and food smelled amazing - Vietnamese Near Me - Milpitas, California

My boyfriend and I came yesterday evening for an early dinner because we were craving some Vietnamese food. We came around 6 PM and parking wasn't bad at all. I got the # 25 Banh Xeo ($17.95) and he got the #1 Banh Canh Cua ($19.95). The Banh Xeo was big, crispy, and pretty yummy. I just wish there was more meat inside. The Banh Canh was meh. The portion size was pretty small for $20, the broth could've been more flavorful, there was barely any crab, and the pork did not taste good. I don't think I'd come back because I know there are plenty of other places in the area that serve better Vietnamese cuisine for cheaper. read more

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Banh khot is good 4.5/5 Pho, flavorful 4.7/5 Ga noung, good 4.5/5 Bun bo hue 2.5/5 I think they used the soup for the banh canh cua because it did not taste like bun bo hue. I would not recommend this dish. Banh canh cua 4.8/5 If you plan to come, make sure you have no where to go afterwards or a time limit because the food does take a long time to come out. Almost an hour even when not busy. The customer service: they are nice and friendly. The food has a good depth of flavor besides the bun bo hue. I would recommend only if you have time to wait. read more

Truong Thanh Restaurant - Bun bo hue, skip. It does not taste like bun bo hue - Vietnamese Near Me - Milpitas, California

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Truong Thanh has been one of my favorite Vietnamese spots in the bay and have frequented here over the past several years. They have a great variety of authentic dishes and it is usually one of the first places I think of when I am wanting some good authentic Vietnamese food. I usually come for the banh xeo (savory crispy crepe) which they do really well. They also serve banh khot (rice cakes w/ shrimp) which I really enjoy and do not often see at many Vietnamese restaurants around here. I have also had both the bun tom thit nuong (rice vermicelli + grilled shrimp and pork) and the banh hoi tom thit nuong (woven rice noodles + grilled shrimp and pork) and both were delicious. The pork and shrimp are nicely grilled with that charred edges and flavor I like. Their pho (Vietnamese noodle soup) is also very savory and satisfying. A nice extra touch is the hot pandan tea which is the first and only place I have found so far that serves it. It is fragrant, smooth, and really pleasant. Friendly staff, cozy atmosphere, and consistently good food. Highly recommend! read more

Truong Thanh Restaurant - Bánh Hỏi Thịt Nướng with fish sauce - Vietnamese Near Me - Milpitas, California

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Stopped by here specifically for the Bánh Canh Cua and it didn't disappoint! I loved how the broth was slightly thick. This is the perfect meal to eat when you're sick! For ~$20 though I expected a bigger portion & more crab or for it to come with the Chinese donut included, instead of at an additional cost. The Bun Bo Hue was meh, I probably wouldn't order it again. It didn't have much flavor and the portion was really small. The service was straight forward & kind but the restaurant was kinda dirty and very dimly lit. I'd dine here again if I were in the area but I wouldn't go out of my way for it! read more

Truong Thanh Restaurant - Vietnamese Near Me - Milpitas, California

Ordered the korean short ribs with broken rice. The short ribs were nice and smoky, though just a tad bit too greasy. The over-easy egg was unfortunately cooked all the way through, would have been better if it was a bit more runny. Overall not bad. Bit pricy for what it is though. read more

Truong Thanh Restaurant - korean short ribs - Vietnamese Near Me - Milpitas, California

That crab and pork udon (real thick squiggly rice noodles! Get it, worth it, make it popular. Typical plaza, sometimes not enough parking, great other options to eat well, so you know this place must be good to compete. Twi guys run the front, nice, can be distracted by their phones. Cute atmosphere, single bathroom, tables space for about 24. Definitely returning. read more

So good! I like the low light ambiance. It's relaxing. The service is really good. Nice people. The food is amazing. read more

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I ordered the Banh Canh Cua and it was very good! I'm used to thick broth but this was the thickest Banh Canh broth I've had. The dish had a good amount of contents: some beef slices, actual crab meat, and some imitation fish that looked like crab. This place wasn't very busy on a weekday night and the service was quick. It's rather quiet inside. read more

Truong Thanh Restaurant - Banh Canh Cua - Vietnamese Near Me - Milpitas, California

When we first walked up to the restaurant, we thought it was closed cause we could not push the door open. But then, we saw the lady inside and just had to push hard to get it open. I loved the variety of Vietnamese food under one roof. We ordered the banh knot $13.95 (which not too many Vietnamese restaurants had), the Banh Geo $17.95 and the Banh canh Cua $19.95 (Vietnamese Udon with which soup). I would definitely ordered the Banh Knot again but may try different dishes next time. While the Banh Banh Cua was interesting, I think I like the pho better. read more

Truong Thanh Restaurant - Banh Xeo, Banh Canh Cua - Vietnamese Near Me - Milpitas, California

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I've been here multiple times and it's always been good. Portions are generous and the vegetables are fresh. The best part is the staff. I've been to a lot of Vietnamese restaurants, and the staff here are by far the most friendly and welcoming. They're very attentive and always smiling. The decor and music are nice too. I came in today (1/1/2026) and they were already playing Tết music, which was a cool touch. This place deserves more customers and more people to know about it. read more

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We stored by here after shipping at the great mall, I had seen this restaurant pop up in my Instagram feed a while back and decided to go try it. We were seated right away. The decor is nice, the had instrumental ghibli music playing. We ordered the dishes recommended on the Instagram reel i watched, The Bánh Khọt a crispy shrimp appetizer which we loved, and the Bánh Canh Cua with Chinese Donut, the soup was great, with lots of different meats, the Chinese donut was perfect with it. We also had the short ribs and the vegetarian egg rolls. All in all we enjoyed the meal very much and managed to finish it all, we left stuffed. read more

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TL;DR: Beautiful aesthetics with homey Vietnamese staple dishes like Banh Canh, Banh Xeo, and Che. parking: - lots of parking available wait time: - zero ambiance: - thoughtful and unique aesthetics. the restroom does seem a bit crowded with decor though, and I wonder how much cleaning it actually gets. service: - prompt but a bit forgetful as we did not receive our che order. luckily they did not charge us for the order. food: [Worth It] - Banh Canh: this is a thick soup version that tastes like pre-picked glassed real crab meat. It was lightly salted and may have benefited from a stronger seasoning and more add-ons. [Good to Try Once] - Banh Xeo: while it was good it was very oil, could have been crunchier, and could have come with more herb varieties. restroom: - pretty clean but crowded with all of the decor that would be difficult to clean. read more

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Food: I saw someone recommended this place on social media and took my chance to swing by when I'm having a craving for Vietnamese food. Everything we ordered tasted great! The portion is good and price is fair as well. Will definitely want to try more things on the menu! Service: there were only 2 staff taking care of this small restaurant and they were super busy but one of them is very welcoming and helpful; we're grateful:) Ambiance: the decoration is very relaxing and interesting at the same time. Hope they can mop the floor cleaner because it feels greasy. The rest is great! read more

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Went by on a Friday afternoon, the area was slow. Plenty of parking spaces. Good food, quick service and we were very well accommodated. read more

Truong Thanh Restaurant - A5. Banh Khot 1. Banh Canh Cua - Vietnamese Near Me - Milpitas, California

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