A lot of Vietnamese food here. The food was beautiful and delicious. However, it was very crowded, and it took longer for the food to come out. And you should book a table beforehand or else you have to wait longer
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
C A (Clyne)
Very nice atmosphere, parking was easy and the family enjoyed the items we ordered. Next time we're in the area we will stop on to eat again.
Waitress was friendly as well as the rest of the staff.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nina Kini
Absolutely wonderful experience!! This is our sixth trip here in the last ~3 years, and they deliver every time. In addition to the modern ambiance in a beautifully natural-lit room, dishes were packed with flavor and arranged in gorgeous presentations. Service is quick and attentive- accommodates allergies well.
+ The Dao: A classic. Potato espuma on top adds the perfect creamy touch to a slick, perfectly put-together dish. A must-have! + Seafood Ceviche: Sublime flavors and presentation. A happy mix of spicy and tangy, with generous proportions of seafood! Served with crisp shrimp crackers. + Chicken Wings: Finger-lickin' good! On the sweeter side, and the crunchy bits on top added a beautiful texture. Lovely garlicy flavor. + Xoi Man: Order this every time. Very classic dish, and the consistency of the rice is impeccable. (Generous # of) quail eggs melt in your mouth. The included pate was rich and flavorful. + Coconut Matcha: SPECTACULAR!!! Was absolutely divine. Comes with refreshingly sweet coconut water, topped with a creamy green matcha cheese foam, and a of slice tender coconut flesh (photo added). Presentation was impressive. Definitely a sweet-tooth beverage, but that's how we like our drinks. ((: Would order this again any day.
The space is spacious and airy, offering a comfortable atmosphere. The service staff are highly professional, ensuring a pleasant experience. The food is beautifully presented, and the egg coffee, in particular, is exceptionally delicious – definitely worth a try.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Vu Nguyen
Food over price, just regular food. Nothing special. All tastes salty.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 3
Oanh
We decided on a whim to try Nep, and we're so glad we did! The food was absolutely delicious, and the service was excellent.
We ordered the shrimp toast, seafood tom kha pasta, salted egg yolk pasta with crab (my favorite), and the pork tomahawk with the $7 wrap set add-on, which was totally worth it. Every dish was flavorful and thoughtfully prepared.
Also, our server was fantastic, offering great recommendations for both the food and drinks.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Gilberto Magaña
The wait is too long and I left after I saw a rat in the bathroom
Atmosphere: 1
Service: 1
Piff
This place is like a NEP Cafe.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Duy Ton-That
Inconsistent service. I ordered a hot egg coffee quite some times before the table next to me but theirs came out the same time as mine. And mine did not with a small spoon to stir while theirs did. Also we had a 10:30 Am reservation and they made us wait because they were “cleaning “ the table and then lead us to a table that was available the whole time . The food is good.
Save your time and money somewhere else! Food is not that great for the price.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 3
Service: 1
Timmy Nguyen
The restaurant is only average but the price is too high, equivalent to the price of a five-star restaurant. The beef is tender but not fragrant, the smell of spices is too much and a bit salty. Beef marrow bone priced at $13 is too expensive. Old bread because the crust is crumbly, too spongy and the bread inside is dry and not sticky. Service ok, not very professional. If the charge is high, you should adjust the quality of food and service. We give feedback and will return to experience better quality and service.
The restaurant offers an average dining experience but charges prices comparable to a five-star establishment. While the beef is tender, it lacks aroma, and the seasoning is overwhelming and slightly salty. The beef marrow bone, priced at $13, feels excessively expensive. The bread is disappointing—its crust is cracked, the texture is overly spongy, and the overall quality is dry rather than chewy.
Service is adequate but not particularly professional. For the premium pricing, both food quality and service should be improved. We hope our feedback helps, and we look forward to returning for a better experience in the future.
Bone marrow pasta - al dente pasta - rich and fatty
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
aglassofsherry
If you’re from Orange County, you’ve been to this spot at least once. And if you haven’t been, this is your sign to go ^_^
Nep Cafe just launched their all-new happy hour AND new menu items, like Ribeye banh mi chao. Break that bread and smear pate and gravy on.
Salted egg yolk crab pasta for all my carb lovers, and com ga roti with the unbelievably crunchy chicken skin.
And from 2-5PM on Monday through Friday, you can get items during happy hour like shrimp toast and sticky chicken wings, AND cocktails at $10 each, say whaat???
For dessert, mango sticky rice, and I’ll definitely be back for their banana bread pudding.
Hands down on my top places to eat in the OC. Fresh, unique, and delicious. Service is very attentive and each dish is uniquely amazing from the smell, to texture, and taste. I highly recommend the coconut coffee.
A lot of Vietnamese food here. The food was beautiful and delicious. However, it was very crowded, and it took longer for the food to come out. And you should book a table beforehand or else you have to wait longer
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Very nice atmosphere, parking was easy and the family enjoyed the items we ordered. Next time we're in the area we will stop on to eat again.
Waitress was friendly as well as the rest of the staff.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Absolutely wonderful experience!! This is our sixth trip here in the last ~3 years, and they deliver every time. In addition to the modern ambiance in a beautifully natural-lit room, dishes were packed with flavor and arranged in gorgeous presentations. Service is quick and attentive- accommodates allergies well.
+ The Dao: A classic. Potato espuma on top adds the perfect creamy touch to a slick, perfectly put-together dish. A must-have!
+ Seafood Ceviche: Sublime flavors and presentation. A happy mix of spicy and tangy, with generous proportions of seafood! Served with crisp shrimp crackers.
+ Chicken Wings: Finger-lickin' good! On the sweeter side, and the crunchy bits on top added a beautiful texture. Lovely garlicy flavor.
+ Xoi Man: Order this every time. Very classic dish, and the consistency of the rice is impeccable. (Generous # of) quail eggs melt in your mouth. The included pate was rich and flavorful.
+ Coconut Matcha: SPECTACULAR!!! Was absolutely divine. Comes with refreshingly sweet coconut water, topped with a creamy green matcha cheese foam, and a of slice tender coconut flesh (photo added). Presentation was impressive. Definitely a sweet-tooth beverage, but that's how we like our drinks. ((: Would order this again any day.
Nep Cafe crushed it again!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Beef carpaccio ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Ube horchata ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Calamansi paloma ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
The space is spacious and airy, offering a comfortable atmosphere. The service staff are highly professional, ensuring a pleasant experience. The food is beautifully presented, and the egg coffee, in particular, is exceptionally delicious – definitely worth a try.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food over price, just regular food. Nothing special. All tastes salty.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 3
We decided on a whim to try Nep, and we're so glad we did! The food was absolutely delicious, and the service was excellent.
We ordered the shrimp toast, seafood tom kha pasta, salted egg yolk pasta with crab (my favorite), and the pork tomahawk with the $7 wrap set add-on, which was totally worth it. Every dish was flavorful and thoughtfully prepared.
Also, our server was fantastic, offering great recommendations for both the food and drinks.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The wait is too long and I left after I saw a rat in the bathroom
Atmosphere: 1
Service: 1
This place is like a NEP Cafe.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Inconsistent service. I ordered a hot egg coffee quite some times before the table next to me but theirs came out the same time as mine. And mine did not with a small spoon to stir while theirs did. Also we had a 10:30 Am reservation and they made us wait because they were “cleaning “ the table and then lead us to a table that was available the whole time . The food is good.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 2
Restaurantji Recommends
Save your time and money somewhere else! Food is not that great for the price.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 3
Service: 1
The restaurant is only average but the price is too high, equivalent to the price of a five-star restaurant. The beef is tender but not fragrant, the smell of spices is too much and a bit salty. Beef marrow bone priced at $13 is too expensive. Old bread because the crust is crumbly, too spongy and the bread inside is dry and not sticky. Service ok, not very professional. If the charge is high, you should adjust the quality of food and service. We give feedback and will return to experience better quality and service.
The restaurant offers an average dining experience but charges prices comparable to a five-star establishment. While the beef is tender, it lacks aroma, and the seasoning is overwhelming and slightly salty. The beef marrow bone, priced at $13, feels excessively expensive. The bread is disappointing—its crust is cracked, the texture is overly spongy, and the overall quality is dry rather than chewy.
Service is adequate but not particularly professional. For the premium pricing, both food quality and service should be improved. We hope our feedback helps, and we look forward to returning for a better experience in the future.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Bánh MÌ Chảo with Filet Mignon Bánh MÌ Pate
Coconut Ube Coffee
- tasty
- strong coffee
- good ube coconut flavor
Cajun Pork Jowl
- spicier than I remember
- tasty
Banh mi chao filet mignon
- tasty steak
- free bread refill
Bone marrow pasta
- al dente pasta
- rich and fatty
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
If you’re from Orange County, you’ve been to this spot at least once. And if you haven’t been, this is your sign to go ^_^
Nep Cafe just launched their all-new happy hour AND new menu items, like Ribeye banh mi chao. Break that bread and smear pate and gravy on.
Salted egg yolk crab pasta for all my carb lovers, and com ga roti with the unbelievably crunchy chicken skin.
And from 2-5PM on Monday through Friday, you can get items during happy hour like shrimp toast and sticky chicken wings, AND cocktails at $10 each, say whaat???
For dessert, mango sticky rice, and I’ll definitely be back for their banana bread pudding.
Thanks for reading! ^-^
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bánh MÌ Chảo with Filet Mignon Bánh MÌ Pate, Beef Tongue Fried Rice
Hands down on my top places to eat in the OC. Fresh, unique, and delicious. Service is very attentive and each dish is uniquely amazing from the smell, to texture, and taste. I highly recommend the coconut coffee.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Baguette, The Dao
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