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    Viet Chubby Boy

    4.5 (274 reviews)
    Closed • 10:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    Christine G.

    A small group of us came by here after a visit at the Korean spa down the street. We stopped in around 6pm on a Friday, it seemed fairly busy but they sat us right away. The service was fast and friendly. The food is AMAZING. I've now came back since this night 2 different times. The food is so flavorful, fresh, and decently priced for the amount you're served. Definitely worth a stop if you're in the area!

    Vietnamese Iced Coffee (comes blended)
    Rachael K.

    I'm about to become a chubby girl because of this local business! Viet chubby boy offers the best pho broth on island! Free parking in a lot shared by several Kalihi businesses. Located in the Kapalama Shopping Center by the post office in Kalihi. Look for the bright yellow sign! The interior of the restaurant is humble and old school reminiscent. Plenty of seating. I noticed you can reserve a table ahead of time. My boyfriend and I enjoyed an order of spring rolls. Fresh, light and crispy. Not oily at all! My boyfriend's Thai tea was sweet and refreshing. My viet iced coffee was spectacular! It is blended, unlike at most other viet spots. I personally loved it! The beef combination pho was delicious. The broth was crazy good! Portion of noodles was generous. Not as much meat, but I didn't mind. The staff were so sweet! The auntie was bubbly and cute, cheering with me when our food arrived. Very attentive uncle and owner as well. I noticed several regulars coming in for takeout. It is apparent to me how much care goes into their business, despite the staff's long hours (12 hour shifts)! Be sure to check this place out and support Viet Chubby Boy!

    N6. Spring Rolls & Grilled Pork Vermicelli
    Rob B.

    Lots to love! Easy parking, "clean as a pin", super nice people! I loved my lunch of Pork "Bun" Vermicelli noodle bowl with Spring Rolls. My noodle bowl had lovely fresh cucumber, lettuce and mint. Fast and fabulous best way to say! Mahalo

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    Rosie P.

    Such a welcoming and homey Vietnamese hidden gem! Workers were so nice and, genuinely caring. We had several conversations and learned about each other! The food was perfect, it is a wide variety between Vietnamese, Chinese, and American dishes. I love how this would give everyone an option whether or not they like Vietnamese cuisine or not.

    Dan A.

    I've heard nothing but good things about Viet Chubby Boy - situated in the Kapalama Shopping Plaza, on North King Street. The name alone made me want to guve them a try. I walked in off peak lunch hours - 130p - and they were still quite busy with in-dining customers and takeaway orders. Requested their Beef Stew Noodle Soup. You have a choice of egg or rice noodles, I got the latter. Bò Kho with vermicelli. The beef broth was sweet with plenty of onions. Dish came with the typical accoutrements one would get with Pho - the Hoisin was mixed with chili oil. The broth was good and the chunks of chuck roast were tender and with carrots...kinda looked like local style beef stew...sorta. Also, got an Iced Vietnamese Coffee. Strong and sweet as one comes to expect. Robusta coffee is SE Asian coffee is definitely underrated. Hours are 1000a to 1000p daily, except Sundays, when they're closed. A few tables ...about six or seven...make up an L-shaped dining area. Parking stalls align the strip mall which is shared with a liquor store and other eateries. They are directly across from the old Diners ( now Upscale Hawaii ) and have been for the past three years.

    Chili oil
    Rachael H.

    Wow. Hands down the best Vietnamese food I have ever had, not even just on Oahu. The French dip is one of the best things i have ever eaten. The pho broth that comes with is the perfect level of savory and light and warm. The beef is perfectly tender, and the bread is just right balance of crunch and softness. I could eat this French dip every day. The vermicelli noodle bowl was also delicious and I loved the crispiness and sauce of the tofu. The Thai tea was the right level of sweetness, and the chili oil. That homemade chili oil is something else. It's aromatic, fresh, and utterly delectable. It was so good we bought a jar of it. Service was very quick and the owners working it were so friendly and hospitable. Food came out fresh and fast, and though there is limited seating, tables seem to move quickly. The ambience is no frills, clean, and cozy. I can't wait to come back!

    Lemongrass chicken
    Krystle K.

    Service was excellent for take out. They have several pictures of their food on the wall. It's a nice cozy place. The chicken salad looks good and I'll probably try it next time. I ordered a lemongrass chicken sandwich and a pho.

    Complimentary chili sauce they give. Can be used for anything
    Kevin J.

    Viet Chubby Boy is a nice tiny but homey restaurant. I've seen their menu before and it looked good, i figured it would be nice to try their banh mis. I got the lemongrass beef sandwich which was really good! It lives up to its name. The lemongrass came thru nicely, i appreciated the bold flavor. It's also fairly filling too. What stood out even more was their beef pho! I was surprised by how good their broth was. For whatever reason it felt really authentic and well balanced. It had this natural sweetness to it. Its something I'll definitely come back for.

    Spring roll
    Ryan H.

    Wanted to try this place after some friends said they enjoy it! Located in Kalihi in same cluster as Diners. Clean bright spot that's in the old saimin house location. Ordered some spring rolls, combo pho, Thai iced coffee. Spring rolls were nothing special. Tight thin rolls with standard fixings. Romaine lettuce was a little different as there were 2 big leaves. Pho was a nice clear broth with a clean taste. Noodles were thin and not stuck together in a ball. Ample amounts of beef. The special sauce they serve had nice flavor, kind of like Chinese XO sauce but different?? The people working there seemed like husband/wife and were super friendly and always refilled my water. Thai coffee was good. Would I come back? Most definitely!

    Grilled meatballs, pork. They tasted very good
    Mark F.

    I ordered the n10 beef Vermicelli bowl with lemongrass beef. I thought it was pretty good but it wasn't as much of a taste bud party as the pork vermicelli bowl which included spring roll, that I had before. For me, I think it was that I didn't really taste much lemongrass which is one of my favorite spices. I really like the intimacy of this restaurant. There's not a whole lot of seating, but the staff are quick to help you out or make sure your glass is full. This is a solid place for us to go to when we're in Honolulu.

    Vietnamese Coffee with Condensed Milk
    Kylie T.

    I LOVE VIET CHUBBY BOY! My coworkers and I bring up ordering from them at least once a week. We all know what we want and it's the pho french dip sandwich! If there's anything you have to try it's this specific sandwich. It's so flavorful and delish! The meat is tender and packed with seasoning. And I like how the bean sprouts were cooked since it gets rid of the bitter taste the fresh ones add. They're super easy to order with over the phone and to pick up. I think they actually know who I am... since they start ringing me up when I walk in?? We've even optimized the route we take for maximum time on lunch but I would love to eat there in person for lunch so the food is extra extra fresh :)

    Entrance with hanging restaurant sign! #classicname
    Iris J.

    Service: 5 s Ambiance: clean, comfy, adequate space, "homely!" *Food: [Beef stew w/noodles]- choice given of egg or vermicelli rice type, opted for "egg" noodle but it looked more like a thinner type of chow mein but it still worked out for the thickness and texture was ideal as the egg noodle I'm familiar is the noodle similar to a twisted "pasta" noodle which is softer. The stew meat and broth was AMAZING and the spices added offered comfort visiting for a first time customer with satisfaction confirmed! [Lemon grass Banh mi]- I had better elsewhere. Sandwich lacked lemongrass flavor, veggies were fresh and filling was minimal. It wasn't bad but wasn't the best. Therefore, NOT an item I would reorder. *Drinks: Smoothie & ice tea, just ordinary, but really refreshing! Pictures on display is misleading. Color difference matters but accepted what was delivered to the table anyway. Quality: REPEAT visits will be worth it!

    Spring Rolls & Grilled Shrimp Vermicelli Vermicelli with Spring Rolls and BBQ Pork
    Pabs G.

    Love this place. The food is very tasty and service is excellent. Order the tamirand sauce with your meals. Your taste buds will explode! Ample free parking. Restaurant is clean. Employees are friendly. Price point is excellent. Whether you're famished or simply want to eat something, you will find the perfect dish on the menu to satisfy your cravings.

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    Locally owned & operated
    Luxury

    Wow!! I really loved this restaurant. We had a big group in our reservation. My boyfriend and I…read morehave many dietary restrictions and the chef accommodated even though we told the chef about our dietary restrictions only when we got to the restaurant. Service is amazing and everyone was very nice. The restaurant is so cute and I really liked the decor. The food was INCREDIBLE! I would come back to Hawaii just to eat here again. Thank you so much!

    An evening to remember. Tonight's Prix Fixe Menu at Carte Blanche was nothing short of excellence…read more Each course was crafted with such creativity and balance: * Crispy Salt & Vinegar Chicken Skin with Smoked Trout Roe & Herbs: Each little section had its own unique flavors. * Soupe de Poisson with grilled City Bread from The Breadshop & Rouille: Sean said this was his favorite. He literally was wiping up the soup with his fingers. Haha! * Pina Colada Granita - the perfect palate cleanser! * Pan-Seared Scallops with Corn Béchamel, Polenta & Fresh Relish: Amazing texture and flavors. Scallops were super fresh and cooked to perfection. * Double Cut Rack of Lamb with Charred Savoy Cabbage & Miso Red Wine Sauce: I was thiiiis close to licking my plate. Super YUM! * Lemon Crème Brûlée Tart with Summer Berry Jam: There's nothing like pairing lemon and berries... but to brûlée the top, oh man!! And as a special treat, we even got to pre-sample the dessert for the upcoming November menu - such a sweet sneak peek of what's to come! + Hint: Favorite Local Snack. Grateful for this beautiful dining experience where every bite told a story in this beautiful atmosphere. 10/10 Highly recommended. 5 Stars!

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