LSXO

Delicious gem! Was visiting for a 2-day seminar and a last minute table opened up. Everything was exquisitely prepared. The portions are significantly sized, be careful of ordering too much. Did not care for the dessert, but everything else delish!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

A hidden Michelin guide restaurant located in the Pacific City mall complex inside the Bluegold New American restaurant.

I’m not sure if it’s a shared kitchen but the food is completely different and Vietnamese centric compared to the seafood and American cuisine of the main restaurant. It’s a cozy space, almost like a library, with ceiling to floor windows and views of the ocean.

Portions are generous and our server said we may have ordered too many items but there are many interesting combinations on the menu.

For appetizers, we loved them all and could easily stay in this area of the menu. The dumplings, bone marrow and tartare were all excellent.

For the main items we opted for the short rib which was flavorful but overcooked and dry. The garlic noodles were good as a paired starch but more dense and heavy than the lighter garlic noodles I gave more often.

Overall, it was a great meal. Probably should have ordered the shaking beef instead of the short rib but we’ll remember next time.

Credit cards are accepted and all dining is indoor only. Reservations recommended as it’s a limited seating dining space.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Steak Tartare, Shaken Beef

I had such a great experience at LXSO in Huntington Beach. From the moment I walked in, the vibe of the space was welcoming, stylish, and comfortable. The team here has clearly put thought into creating an environment that feels both elevated and approachable, which made the entire visit enjoyable from start to finish.

The staff went above and beyond with their professionalism and attention to detail. They were knowledgeable, friendly, and made me feel genuinely cared for throughout my time there. It’s rare to find a place where you not only receive excellent service but also feel completely at ease in the process.

Overall, I couldn’t be happier with my visit. LXSO combines quality, atmosphere, and service in a way that stands out in Huntington Beach. I highly recommend checking them out if you’re looking for a spot that truly delivers a top-notch experience.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Shaky Shaky Beef, Crispy Prawns

Absolutely fantastic Vietnamese restaurant. Everything tastes brilliantly, every sauce unique and excellent quality of ingredients. Interestingly, not expensive for what it offers.
You need to know how to get in there, it’s hidden behind a regular American fare restaurant.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Everything was perfect! Food, service, ambience, music, etc. They even played Tupoc, lol. Highly recommend.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Such a cool hidden spot! Loved the vibe as it was intimate and stylish with great ocean sunset views. The food and cocktails were on point. Perfect for a night out with a small group. Can't wait to go back!

Excellent service: Attentive, friendly, gave good recommendations for quantity of food for our party as well as favorite dishes. Great ambiance: love going through the doors at the back of Bluegold to this special room that's been made to look like you're in some secret part of the building. Furniture is comfortable and cozy and the large window with views of the beach is awesome. Love the 90s jams as well! Amazing food: on this visit we started with the dumplings, tender and deliciously flavored. Followed with the shrimp and pork spring rolls, so fresh and I could drink the peanut dipping sauce. Finished with the eggplant and fried chicken, and highly recommend both (with a side of rice). The chicken was crispy and tender and the combo of the sausage and eggplant in it's delightful sauce was so satisfying.

Amazing! Our waitress was so in point and attentive. We had a gorgeous view if the beach. The music was such a vibe and really set a joyful energetic tone. The food was to die for (the pairings of flavor was soo good). And we ate SO much and paid so much less than expected. The value for the money is amazing. Will be returning every time we're back in town.

Our dining experience was, as always, outstanding. The dishes were absolutely delicious, and the staff (Jasmine , Anthony, Desiree (?)) was exceptionally friendly and kind—always a highlight that adds to the overall enjoyment. We truly appreciate the consistently high level of service and quality. Looking forward to our next visit!

Very solid authentic Vietnamese recipes. Reasonably priced as long as your eyes aren't bigger than your stomach

Secretive. Exclusive because it is tough to get into. Unique. Fun. Delicious.

Plan ahead because LSXO is small inside. But what it lacks in stature it more than makes up for with gigantic flavor and hugely impressive presentation. Ever been to a place that won a Michelin award before? If so, you know what to expect and if not…. Get ready to set your taste buds on fire.

Service is immaculate. Food choices are wisely designed and thoughtfully put together by true experts. You truly can’t go wrong with anything on the menu, tip to bottom. Looking around everyone is enthused and thrilled with everything they ordered. Truly impressive.

Portion sizes are reasonable, so don’t go in there thinking you can order five or six different choices.

Last note - the shaky shaky steak…. So good. So tender. Flavors just perfect. Better than most any steak house you could hope for. Not sure how they did it, but it’s so good it’s impossible to not get every time you go!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

They play hard core rap music at a deafening volume. You can't have a conversation while the music is being played. Food is great. They only have one waitress for 8 tables; so sometimes there's a delay in getting service.

10/10 across the board!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Super private speakeasy vibe restaurant inside a restaurant. I wandered around the upper level of this shopping mall until I figured it out...lol

I had the shaky shaky beef. Perfectly cooked tenderloin bites in a burnt butter soy sauce. It was served with a small dish of spices and a lime wedge that I was to squeeze the lime in to make a dipping sauce. Game changer on the dipping sauce!! The simplest ingredients make the difference between a real good meal and an out-of-this-world one.

FoodSnob gives it a 9 of 10. The wobbly bar stool was -1 point.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Took my boyfriend's dad here to try Vietnamese food for the first time and he loved the garlic noodles, spring rolls, and prawns!

Came with free parking validation.