My mom lives in The Villages and there aren't a lot of good food options nearby. But AK Kitchen is the exception. Everything is fresh and tasty, and it's better Vietnamese food than in other neighborhoods. They don't skimp on ingredients. The Lotus Salad is amazing, I could eat that every day. Pork is not too fatty or gristly. Portions are large. The vermicelli had plenty of greens, including mint.We were warned when we came in that it might take a while to receive our food as they were preparing a large order for someone else. It was nice to know in advance, I appreciated that. We did wait a while, but got appetizers.The ambience is pretty plain. It's like a rental banquet room, I think you can pay to have parties there. But what it lacks in ambience, it makes up for in food.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 4
Service: 4
Elizabeth Lee
Very personable and attentive owner; cozy, comfortable environment; an eclectic variety of dishes. Our weekly family favorite for authentic Vietnamese cuisine! Off the beaten path-but don’t miss it!!Dietary restrictions: Owner is clear about ingredients and modified as necessary.Kid-friendliness: Our kids love the beautiful fish tanks and the delicious Pho in kid-friendly plastic monkey bowls!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pho
Nadim Rahman
AK's Kitchen is a true hidden gem, providing not only fantastic food but also an overall delightful dining experience. The owner's attentiveness adds a personal touch to the cozy and inviting ambiance. I am looking forward to my next visit! [Note that it might be a bit tricky for some to locate this restaurant since it is within a residential community, but do not get deterred -- just follow your google maps directions.]
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Coach One
AK Kitchen has become a convenient go-to spot for my family. My aunt likes their fish congee, my brother enjoys the shaken beef, and I like the tofu with vegetables. The place is clean, and the service is consistently excellent. It's a reliable choice for a satisfying meal with a variety of options.Vegetarian options: Tofu dishesParking: Easy and convenient parking
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pho, Soup
Nadim R.
AK Kitchen is a true hidden gem, providing not only fantastic food but also an overall delightful dining experience. The owner's attentiveness adds a personal touch to the cozy and inviting ambiance. I am looking forward to my next visit! [Note to the Yelpers - it might be a bit tricky for some to locate this restaurant since it is within a residential community, but do not get deterred -- just follow your GPS/google maps directions.]
Shad Memon
Love the ambience with easy parking. Food is prepared fresh and on par. Service is casual yet courteous.Yes, I'd recommend it for Viet
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Martin Gonzales ..
I especially like the Sauce Tofu w/ veggies dish. What makes this dish especially tasty is the sauce. I had the Lycée/peach tea drink with the dish.
Samantha G.
This place was alright, locates in a pretty quiet and small shopping mall.If you don't want to cook and want to grab a quick dinner nearby, then this is where you go. I can see it's a popular place near the neighborhood. Service was good, only tho there's only one guy but he acts fast.Food was mediocre, curry is actually spicy which I like.
Nhan N.
The restaurant is located in hidden corner. I just found it out through my friend's suggestion. Oh my. I found a hidden gem. It's so clean compared to most of same kind restaurants in this area. Nice decorations. Plenty parking. The food was excellent so I just digged in and forgot to take pictures. I managed to get the tea picture tho. Haha. Best fruit tea ever. The server was super nice and attentive. I will be back with more friends. This restaurant deserves more attention.
Emily B.
I was really rooting for this place we all were rooting. Sadly I was really disappointed in service , cleanliness and wait time . We were the only ones in the restaurant, 3 of the tables still had dirty dishes on them the table we were sat at was so sticky that our menus were stuck to the table when you went to pick them up it sounded like Velcro, we moved to another table ! I know we should have got up and left but like I said I was rooting for it! It took over 20 min for him to come back out to us to take our drink order/ appetizer order ,30 mins after that to take our food order , our food came out before the calamari (8 rings) portions were slightly on the small side , their pickled dikon and carrots were warm and on the way sweeter side all are made different I know. I had the pho it was actually the only thing that was well portioned. The other three people I was with got meat orders with a side of rice all said the meat was fair. I just wish done in customers were a priority or at least make it seem like we are . I almost felt like we were forgot about. It was almost like they prioritized big orders(party platters)over simple sit down orders. 2 other people came in awhile after us and ordered a few platters and revived them before we got our food.
The service was quick considering everything came out fresh and hot. Taste did not disappoint. There was a lot of take out orders so you know people love this restaurant. They place music but at a good volume. There was some beautiful art on the walls and the have an aquarium with jelly fish to enjoy seeing
Andy Nguyen
Love the Shaken beef recommend by Larry. The beef very tender and juicy. My new favorite spot for rice shaken beef.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jorge Santiago
Is good food and
Food: 5
Service: 4
Charlotte N.
Our go-to place for Vietnamese street food. Generous portion given the price that we paid for. Staffs are helpful and services is great. * Favorite food : seafood hotpot & rice paper salad* Favorite drink: lemongrass orange peach tea. Super refreshing!
Phillip L.
Ordered party trays from this place few times. Crab fried rice & coconut salad. Food is tasty and price is reasonable. Store looks clean.
My mom lives in The Villages and there aren't a lot of good food options nearby. But AK Kitchen is the exception. Everything is fresh and tasty, and it's better Vietnamese food than in other neighborhoods. They don't skimp on ingredients. The Lotus Salad is amazing, I could eat that every day. Pork is not too fatty or gristly. Portions are large. The vermicelli had plenty of greens, including mint.We were warned when we came in that it might take a while to receive our food as they were preparing a large order for someone else. It was nice to know in advance, I appreciated that. We did wait a while, but got appetizers.The ambience is pretty plain. It's like a rental banquet room, I think you can pay to have parties there. But what it lacks in ambience, it makes up for in food.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 4
Service: 4
Very personable and attentive owner; cozy, comfortable environment; an eclectic variety of dishes. Our weekly family favorite for authentic Vietnamese cuisine! Off the beaten path-but don’t miss it!!Dietary restrictions: Owner is clear about ingredients and modified as necessary.Kid-friendliness: Our kids love the beautiful fish tanks and the delicious Pho in kid-friendly plastic monkey bowls!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pho
AK's Kitchen is a true hidden gem, providing not only fantastic food but also an overall delightful dining experience. The owner's attentiveness adds a personal touch to the cozy and inviting ambiance. I am looking forward to my next visit! [Note that it might be a bit tricky for some to locate this restaurant since it is within a residential community, but do not get deterred -- just follow your google maps directions.]
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
AK Kitchen has become a convenient go-to spot for my family. My aunt likes their fish congee, my brother enjoys the shaken beef, and I like the tofu with vegetables. The place is clean, and the service is consistently excellent. It's a reliable choice for a satisfying meal with a variety of options.Vegetarian options: Tofu dishesParking: Easy and convenient parking
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pho, Soup
AK Kitchen is a true hidden gem, providing not only fantastic food but also an overall delightful dining experience. The owner's attentiveness adds a personal touch to the cozy and inviting ambiance. I am looking forward to my next visit! [Note to the Yelpers - it might be a bit tricky for some to locate this restaurant since it is within a residential community, but do not get deterred -- just follow your GPS/google maps directions.]
Love the ambience with easy parking. Food is prepared fresh and on par. Service is casual yet courteous.Yes, I'd recommend it for Viet
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
I especially like the Sauce Tofu w/ veggies dish. What makes this dish especially tasty is the sauce. I had the Lycée/peach tea drink with the dish.
This place was alright, locates in a pretty quiet and small shopping mall.If you don't want to cook and want to grab a quick dinner nearby, then this is where you go. I can see it's a popular place near the neighborhood. Service was good, only tho there's only one guy but he acts fast.Food was mediocre, curry is actually spicy which I like.
The restaurant is located in hidden corner. I just found it out through my friend's suggestion. Oh my. I found a hidden gem. It's so clean compared to most of same kind restaurants in this area. Nice decorations. Plenty parking. The food was excellent so I just digged in and forgot to take pictures. I managed to get the tea picture tho. Haha. Best fruit tea ever. The server was super nice and attentive. I will be back with more friends. This restaurant deserves more attention.
I was really rooting for this place we all were rooting. Sadly I was really disappointed in service , cleanliness and wait time . We were the only ones in the restaurant, 3 of the tables still had dirty dishes on them the table we were sat at was so sticky that our menus were stuck to the table when you went to pick them up it sounded like Velcro, we moved to another table ! I know we should have got up and left but like I said I was rooting for it! It took over 20 min for him to come back out to us to take our drink order/ appetizer order ,30 mins after that to take our food order , our food came out before the calamari (8 rings) portions were slightly on the small side , their pickled dikon and carrots were warm and on the way sweeter side all are made different I know. I had the pho it was actually the only thing that was well portioned. The other three people I was with got meat orders with a side of rice all said the meat was fair. I just wish done in customers were a priority or at least make it seem like we are . I almost felt like we were forgot about. It was almost like they prioritized big orders(party platters)over simple sit down orders. 2 other people came in awhile after us and ordered a few platters and revived them before we got our food.
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The service was quick considering everything came out fresh and hot. Taste did not disappoint. There was a lot of take out orders so you know people love this restaurant. They place music but at a good volume. There was some beautiful art on the walls and the have an aquarium with jelly fish to enjoy seeing
Love the Shaken beef recommend by Larry. The beef very tender and juicy. My new favorite spot for rice shaken beef.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Is good food and
Food: 5
Service: 4
Our go-to place for Vietnamese street food. Generous portion given the price that we paid for. Staffs are helpful and services is great. * Favorite food : seafood hotpot & rice paper salad* Favorite drink: lemongrass orange peach tea. Super refreshing!
Ordered party trays from this place few times. Crab fried rice & coconut salad. Food is tasty and price is reasonable. Store looks clean.