I had to take the time to write a review about this restaurant... because we were so impressed by…read morethe food, and we can't wait to go back! The TLDR report is: Fantastic, delicious, plenty of high quality ingredients... and big servings! Here are the details: Last week, we popped in to get take-out for the first time. Many people may realize that this is the space that 'Los Panchos' inhabited for literally decades, so having gone there for so many years I have to say that it was a bit surreal to enter the space we'd known as the former eatery - now transformed. This new-(ish) Chinese food establishment definitely specializes in SPICY. My gosh, it's so good! As we walked in, we were greeted enthusiastically by the hostess. We planned to order food to go, we explained, so she had us get comfy at a table and we were served hot jasmine-scented tea and a dish of tasty salted peanuts which we were thankful for! The hostess had such an air of sincere hospitality. The floor-plan in the space has been completely redesigned, and now there is a ton of indoor seating for diners. The overall ambiance of the establishment is bright, acoustics are a tad loud (but fine), and there is what looks to be a little private room for banquets which I'm sure will be a hit for big groups. A TV on the wall was showing videos of food being enjoyed. So, the menu is extensive and leans wonderfully towards spicy options. Do not expect Cantonese food; that is not what they do. There are plenty of items that are less common, and there are also dishes that will make a more adventurous eater cheerful. One thing that's interesting about how the menu is organized is... there is a menu category called "Chinese-American" dishes. Most of the dishes in this category (such as Kung Pao Chicken, General Tso's Chicken, etc.) are normal to see at lots of Chinese food places, so getting a reminder that "these dishes only exist outside of China" is honestly pretty neat. We ordered Shredded Pork with Garlic Sauce & Dry Cooked String Beans, plus steamed rice. The pork was such good quality -- tender, plentiful... there were tons of slivered wood-ear fungus which I LOVE... and the dish had a vibrant 'Medium' spicy level. A level of spice that will make you pay attention! The string beans were succulent! Not 'saucy'... and I mean that in a good way, for sure! So much flavor, and each bean was trimmed with care. They were tender/al-dente and bursting with concentrated goodness. It's been a week since we were there and we can't stop thinking about how good everything was. Mmmmmm. Don't expect elegant ambiance... just phenomenal food, and friendly staff! We will be back OFTEN.

Food: The meat inside the soup dumplings was a little too…read morefirm for my taste. I would also prefer a little more soup inside each dumpling. The skin, however, was just the right thickness. Unfortunately, they didn't have the crab soup dumplings available when we visited. The winter melon and rib soup was good, while the noodles in the beef noodle soup were a little too soft for my preference. Service: Our server, Leo, was really helpful and friendly.

This is probably the best Chinese restaurant in the area, or at least it's our #1 favorite. The…read moreone thing that really stands out the most to us is their Sichuan Beef Stew Noodle Soup, which I've praised so many times in my previous reviews so I'm not gonna repeat myself so that I don't sound like a broken record, but it's just so good! Another thing we ordered when we visited this restaurant yesterday was the Sichuan Cumin Beef. I honestly forgot how much we liked this dish. The way they cooked it yesterday was incredible. Every bite was packed with flavor (savory, very cumin-y and spicy!) , and even the veggies were fully infused with it. It went perfectly with steamed rice. I want to give a warning though, because this dish was extremely spicy, which I personally loved. I liked it so much that I ended up ordering another one to go so I could keep eating it at home over the next few days, lol. I also want to give a shout out to the guy who was basically single-handedly running the restaurant yesterday. He saw us walk in carrying a car seat and offered us a high chair, but he flipped it upside down so we could safely place the car seat on it. Such a simple back but genius. On top of that, he was super friendly the entire time. The restaurant was pretty empty, which is pretty normal for this restaurant whenever we visit it, although they seem to get a lot of takeout orders - happy for them. The empty restaurant actually worked out perfectly for us since we had a baby with us, haha. Overall, it was a really good dining experience, and I'd definitely keep coming back whenever I'm in the area.

Really good Sichuan food with bold flavor. We ordered the pork intestines, shrimp fried rice spicy…read morebeef boiled and everything was delicious. The service was good, and the food came out quickly. Definitely one of my go-to spots for Sichuan food!

Saigon Bistro is still one of my favorite spots in the East Bay! When I used to work nearby, I…read morestopped in for lunch here and there. Haven't been here in a few years and just came by. Everything is still great: food and service! The interior is welcoming and clean. We arrived at 11:20 on a Friday and it wasn't crowded yet. They told us to sit anywhere we wanted. We started with the shrimp rolls - excellent with the peanut dipping sauce. Rice roll was still very fresh. Quite possible that they are made to order! That's how fresh they were! I had the banh xeo $15.50, the savory crepe. So so good! Perfectly crispy exterior and the shrimp, pork and bean sprouts are nestled inside. My son had the combo pho $13.50 which was also very good! I had a bite - the broth was flavorful and the noodles were cooked to perfection. He also ordered Viet coffee. They no longer served with the drip on top of a glass with condensed milk! It was in a big cup with a plastic cover - much like a boba drink. It was still good - just not what we expected. Will come back!

Came here today to grab a Banh Mi sandwich to go. I ordered the number 1. I used to come here a…read morelot for their pho and sandwiches. I remembered the food was very good. However, I was kind of disappointed with my sandwich today. The bread didn't taste fresh or crispy on the outside. The filling was just ok for me. I think Kibi's Cafe does a much better job with their sandwiches. The restaurant was pretty full so they were busy. The place feels a bit out dated and needs a makeover. I do hope they stay in business though because it used to be one of my favorite pho places in the east bay.

We stopped by Pho Lee Hoa Phat on a rainy day while we were in the area and were craving something…read morewarm and comforting. All of us ended up ordering the special combo pho ($17.53)! I really liked the texture of the meatballs, and both the brisket and flank were pretty tender. The broth was on the lighter side, but it was still warm and comforting, especially on a rainy day. I think I've been spoiled by the pho in San Jose, so this wasn't my absolute favorite, but it was still a solid bowl of pho! There's plaza parking available, and they have several locations throughout the East Bay. Overall, I'd come back if I'm in the area and craving pho.

I've eaten here several times and my son really likes their pho. The reason for the low score is…read morethey aren't the friendly. I've experienced both in person and phone order service being pretty poor. The food isn't bad but your customer service skills could be a whole lot better...

I've been to this place twice and each time I ordered something different. And each time,…read moreeverything was AMAZING! First, the service was great. We were seated promptly and the server ensured we were cared for. She was efficient, friendly, and prompt. Good food plus good service is definitely a plus. The food we had was pad Thai, tom Ka soup, two different curry's, fried tofu and a few other dishes. Everything was amazing. There's plenty of seating and off street parking. The place was quiet and intimate even when it's full. We 100% recommend this place!

Came for a small work lunch the other week. I loooooove Thai food, especially larb, so that's what…read moreI ordered. It was delish! I like that they have lunch specials (but sadly, larb was not one of them). Pretty big menu!

Winner winner , Mongolian beef dinner !…read more This is a great find. Old school Chinese done Well. Not a fancy spot but clean and a super Busy take out business was going on. Prices Were reasonable and big portions for the food. Service was friendly and fast. The waitress made some good recommendations too. We like to try lots of stuff so we ordered enough to have a second dinner tomorrow The reason 5 stars...drum roll....Flavor Bomb! It was sooo good!

Wow. Horrible. How…read morecould we have 4.3 stars?! Sesame chicken, no vegetables whatsoever. No sesame seeds. Tastes like peanut butter. Restaurant owners are lucky im not allergic to peanuts. Wife got lemon chicken, tastes exactly the same as my sesame chicken, which is pretty much just rice vinegar and white sugar. Spring rolls maybe the blandest most boring thing Ive ever had. Hy cow, i can't believe how bad this food is! Will NEVER get food here again. Damn. Its sooooooooo bad.

A group of Asian American ladies met here for lunch, and it was such a fun experience! We decided…read moreto share our individual choices family-style--much like eating dim sum--which allowed us to get a taste of every dish. We all left knowing we'd definitely be back with our families and friends. The ultimate highlight for me was a surprisingly unique Salt and Pepper Squid. I am not usually a squid lover, but this beautiful dish instantly enticed me. The squid was presented almost like cauliflower and cooked to crisp perfection, complemented by vibrant red and green peppers. What is often a tasteless ingredient was bursting with rich umami flavor! The Changsha Chicken Clay Pot was packed with flavor and tender chicken. Similarly, the Seafood Tofu Clay Pot--a Cantonese classic--was exceptionally well prepared. The Cumin Lamb was incredibly tender; while I don't eat lamb myself, the rest of our table absolutely loved it. Even the Orange Peel Chicken (or General Tso's)--a classic Americanized Chinese dish with fried chicken in a sweet and sour sauce--was a big hit with those who ordered it. Lunch was also served with their signature pickled vegetables, fried peanuts, and a choice of hot and sour or corn soup--all of which were delicious. Located in a quiet corner of the Countrywood Shopping Center, Sichuan House is a spinoff of the highly popular Sichuan Fortune House in Pleasant Hill. Over the years, the menu has evolved to suit local tastes by incorporating popular Cantonese specialties and non-spicy options alongside traditional fare. Regardless of what you order, the competent kitchen delivers consistently delicious food. Between the tasty, well-executed dishes, the clean and calm interior, and the friendly, attentive service, Sichuan House will easily make you a return customer!

We stopped here for lunch after cycling Mount Diablo. We were initially a bit unsure of where to…read morepark our bikes since we didn't bring locks, but the restaurant was kind enough to let us bring our bikes inside. We didn't want anything too spicy or heavy since it would have a desiccating effect during strenuous exercise, so we ordered the Spicy Tan Tan Noodle, Sauteed Green Pea Sprouts, and General Zhangfei's Spicy Beef and told them about our spice preferences. Both the noodle and beef had a nice kick without being overpowering, and the green pea sprouts provided a refreshing contrast.

This was my second visit to Stix Eatery and it definitely won't be my last. My friend and I…read moreordered the papaya salad, combo chicken and beef barbecue, and we were both very impressed. The meat was tender, juicy and perfectly cooked, with great flavor in every bite. The papaya salad was nice, fresh and dressed nicely with their vinaigrette dressing. We forgot to take photos of our food. We were too excited to get started eating. What really stood out was the value for money. The portions were generous and more than satisfying, especially considering the affordable prices. It's one of those hole-in- the-wall gems that delivers delicious food without breaking the bank. The service was nice and friendly. Ko was attentive to our needs. If you are looking for flavorful Thai food, barbecue, friendly atmosphere, very affordable prices and hearty portions, Stix Eatery is well worth a visit. I look forward to my next visit :)

On the road traveling and I needed some simple protein and veggies to stay in plan. I usually get…read moreHawaiian BBq but came across this place and saw their Thai BBq combo. It was beef, chicken and pork. My dasher had multiple stops so by the time it got to me it wasn't as warm as I would like. Also there were no utensils. The beef and chicken were very good. The pork was not, which is a pity because pork is usually my favorite. It was tough and not enjoyable. Would try something else from this establishment.