Noodles in San Jose, CA

“We always order the regular pulled noodles with option to get as much meat as fits in your palm! Great option for a full meal! Love the broth and noodles, if you need ask to bring your broth hot , because regular temp is always, as you would be eating it right away“

“Located at a random strip mall. My noodle and steak sizzling plate was delicious in that comfort food way. 👍🏻 Husband got the chicken version, which wasn’t quite as good. The corn soup was just ok - didn’t have too much flavor. Waitress was friendly and the food came out quickly. Looking forward to coming back to trying other dishes.“

“I really enjoyed the flavor profile at this place.

You are greeted warmly upon arrival; the space is neither large nor tiny. It is an open-concept restaurant (you can see the kitchen), and the place is bright and clean.

You order via a QR code, and the food arrives at your table quickly.

The portions are neither too big nor too small; I find them just right—whether you're really hungry or want to take some leftovers home for later.

I will definitely be back to try more of the menu (honestly, everything looks spectacular).“

“It’s been a while since we last came here, and I was honestly surprised to see how empty the restaurant was, especially considering the food is actually pretty decent.
This place specializes in Hu Tieu Nam Vang, and my go-to order is always the Hu Tieu Nam Vang Dac Biet (dry). It’s flavorful, definitely worth trying if you’re a fan of Vietnamese noodle dishes.
If you’re in the area and looking for a good bowl of Hu Tieu Nam Vang, give this place a try. Hopefully, more people will discover this hidden gem!“

“We saw the ad on fb and browsed through photos on Google maps. We decided to dine there yesterday and the service is very nice, fast turnaround and prices are very reasonable. It’s a gem.“

“The BBQ pork spring rolls are awesome. I have visited other Pho places and none of them offer this. I now live in Modesto and I will STILL makes trips out here for them!“

“This new spot opened up. It’s located inside a building called the “Culinary Block” inside a large parking lot for take away orders only. Overall, the price is good for the quality and quantity of food. I got the Northwest Lianpi noodles, Xinjiang Rice Noodle With Beef Shank, Meiling Congee, Homemade Yogurt, and Homemade Plum Juice.Liangpi: The noodles were soft and slightly bouncy with a nice chew to them. Very unique texture! It came with three sauces to mix into the noodles so you can adjust the spiciness however you like. The flavor was very balanced and it was easy to finish the whole thing without getting tired of the flavor.Xinjiang Rice Noodle: This dish was very flavorful and a little on the saltier side compared to the other dishes. Nice if you are into something heavier in flavor. It’s not as spicy as it looks and comes with a thick round rice noodle.Meiling Congee: This dish was pretty special, the flavor profile is very subtle but well balanced. I haven’t tried something like this before. It has a tiny hint of sweetness and has a bit of a nutty soymilk flavor and bits of lotus seed inside. Like a dessert porridge. Very tasty!Homemade Yogurt: This yogurt honestly has a phenomenal texture and I would definitely recommend it! It’s almost like a mix between mochi and liquid yogurt in the slightly stretchy texture. The flavor is good too since it’s just a tad sweet and just a tad sour.Plum juice: Slightly sour and sweet juice that is refreshing to go with food and increase appetite.Overall, I would say the food here is pretty good because the owner really pays attention to the quality! The food is well seasoned and balanced. Can’t wait to try the other things on the menu.

Parking: Plenty of parking“

“Nice late night place to go besides a few others. Price not to bad, taste depends on you. We split a chicken pho which had really good broth, a little less meat (you can order more if your really hungry) . The spring rolls were fresh. And the milk tea surprised us, jasmine miktea, blk tea mikktea both tasty. So you can put Aota House on your list to stop by. Lots of video screens playibg different stuff.“

“Small, simple dining room with just a few tables. Most of their business seems to be takeout. Prices are reasonable.

We tried several dishes. The Tom Yum wings, crispy chicken, and mango sticky rice were all good. Unfortunately, the Pad Thai lacked flavor, and the Pad See Ew was just average. The tamarind fried fish fillet was also too sweet for my taste, especially for a savory dinner dish.

Overall, there were some good dishes, but a few items could use more balance and flavor.“

“Being in SJ, there are a ton of pho options but Pho Ly is a very solid new spot. What puts them over is the broth, they use ingredients that a lot of other restaurants skimp on. So it tastes like a home cooked bowl from your vietnamese auntie. The chefs know what they're doing and put a lot of thought into it. The service was fast and the inside was very clean. It's a very easy location to get to with a spacious parking lot, unlike many spots in East SJ. So if you're looking for a quick bite of pho, I very much recommend pho ly.“

“Went here twice. Much prefer eating the thicker broth beef pho especially with the yellow noodle type. Its sooo delicious and craving full in that serving way for whatever reason. If you prefer eating regular pho, then the clear white noodles are the to go.“

“I ordered pork, eggroll, fried shrimp, and rice and let me tell you the eggroll was so crisp and hot i wish i ordered an extra one. The pork was nice and juicy and the fried shrimp was just as delicious and crispy. I would recommend this order highly. atmosphere was very clean and i LOVE the aesthetic. Come here if you are in Almaden.“

“Excellent service and food“

“I absolutely love Big Fish Chinese Cafe! It’s mind-blowing how delicious and cheap the lunch specials are! The Mongolian Beef and Sweet and Sour Pork were only $15.95 and $14.95, and they even came with broccoli and hot and sour soup! Unbelievably good value. I will definitely be a regular here. Show Big Fish some love!“

“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Absolute Best Dan Dan Noodles & More!
Dough Zone has officially become my go-to spot whenever I have a craving for Dan Dan noodles. The flavor is consistently spot-on, and you can really tell the difference with their homemade hand-tossed noodles—the texture is perfect every time.
It’s also a massive hit with my family. My son can’t get enough of the Xiao Long Bao and the Pan Fried Buns; they are juicy, crispy in all the right places, and always disappear within minutes. We also tried the blanched kale on our last visit, and it was surprisingly delicious—a great fresh addition to balance out the meal.
If you’re looking for authentic flavors and high-quality handmade dough, this is the place to be. Highly recommend!“

“I originally wanted to try a different pho spot, but the line was way too long so I decided to give Pho This Way a try instead — and I’m glad I did. The food was surprisingly really good, especially the pho. Their broken rice is also a must try. Great flavor, good portions, and fast service. Definitely coming back“

“nice clean VN restaurant. the server there, he was really nice!

the food was great too. i had the vermacelli salad bowl with eggrolls and grilled pork and it was awesome.

my friends had pho and different rice plates and they all enjoyed it.“

“I really enjoyed eating here. The pho is flavorful, the beef stew is rich and satisfying, and the vermicelli with shrimp is fresh and delicious. The ingredients taste fresh, portions are generous, and the prices are very reasonable. The restaurant feels clean and inviting, and the staff are friendly, attentive, and quick with service. Definitely a spot I’d come back to and recommend to friends.“

“good place，“

“Best Tempura donburi in the Bay Area!! You can always request to have Tempura lunch/dinner instead of donburi too!“

“The location is very convenient. I drive all the way down from SF once a week just for this noodle soup: number 3 on the menu. See my photo of the menu. The price is reasonable. This place is perfect for solo eater. The layout of the space is so efficient that it maximizes every single inch for the tables and seats. The restaurant is at the plaza where it also has Jersey Mike's Sandwich, Sprouts Farmers Market where I usually purchase my groceries and sandwiches.“

“A homey family-run restaurant that does a solid Hu Tieu Mi Trieu Chau. Definitely get it dry with broth on the side if it’s your first time.

They are generous with meats, fried shallots, and crispy pork fat. Chinese donut can be a bit more crispy, but take leftovers home and airfry them! Please come support them - they’re making great food here.“

“All the food we ordered is wonderful and tasty. The water is filtered. We had dumpling, baozi, Nanjing salty duck, smoked fish, chao-ma noddles, pork pickle fried rice. We loved them all, especially, dumpling and rice. The portion is large and price is lower than most in the bay area.“

“Finally tried Thai mama for the 1st time tonight. I’m so impressed, sorry I don’t know your name but the young man taking orders was super helpful & helped me make great choices. Lots of delicious vegan options which makes a nice change. We’ll be back.“

“This is one of my favorite Asian restaurants in the whole Bay Area. The food here is amazing that I always want to come here and stock up since I don't live close. When I moved away, this is one of the foods I missed most. The bao dough is so fluffy and chewy and the filling is amazingly flavorful. The staff is also really kind and gave me a free soy milk with my purchase, and was very friendly in helping me pick out my order.

If you live far away, they also sell on Weee which I love. I think other reviews have mentioned but the store is mainly takeout I think. If I was a college student living nearby I'd probably come here every day haha! It's so convenient.“

“Best value and banh canh in san jose. Those of you who aren’t familiar with this dish, it is a a udon noodle Vietnamese soup. It’s a thicker broth than pho and comes with different meat options , like seafood, pork bones, pork blood etc. I love it with fried fish and pork. I’m salivating just thinking about this even though it’s 100 degrees out.“

“I was looking for a sushi place the other day and found Kai Sushi or maybe it found me. Let’s just call it destiny but hands down it’s now my favorite sushi spot. Service is amazing. The aesthetics of the place is great. The food was the best part. Every dish I had (sushi, gyoza, nigiri) was amazingly fresh, it tasted amazing. I don’t like eel very much but the Chard eel on the dragon roll was so good it changed my mind on eel. I liked this place so much I had to bring my brother with me for round 2 and it was just as good as the first time. If you’re in the area it is a must stop. Did I mention how nice the hostess. She was very attentive but had a great balance of making sure we were taken care of yet still gave us our space to enjoy our meal. I will definitely be returning and making this my new sushi spot.“

“The quality has changed since the beginning. Still good but felt like it was lacking something when I’ve tried it in the past. I’m not sure what it is exactly. Use to love coming here since you can shop at the same time and get ice cream.“

“The taste is authentic Thai, especially Som Tum Laab moo and Koh moo yang. The staff are also very nice and have service mind.“

“The food was absolutely delicious—we really enjoyed it and will definitely be back to try more. Everything tasted great. The only small suggestion would be to add a napkin dispenser on the tables, which would make the experience even better.“

“Second time coming here, and it definitely didn't disappoint! This time we ordered the Thai-style grilled chicken with lime leaves. It was perfectly seasoned, crispy on the outside, and incredibly flavorful. On our last visit, we tried the fish sauce flavor, which was just as delicious in its own unique way.

The whole chicken is a little pricey, but it's absolutely worth trying for the quality and taste. I'll definitely be back to try the other flavors!“

“This Vietnamese restaurant has been around for decades and has been a family staple for us for years. We’ve probably eaten here 50+ times with family and friends, and one thing I can say is that they are 100% consistent. We’ve never had a bad meal here.

There’s a great variety of Vietnamese dishes, so everyone can usually find something they like. The chả cá (fish) is one of their popular dishes and a favorite. They also have good chicken phở, broken rice, vermicelli noodles, spring rolls, roll-your-own options, and plenty of soups beyond phở. You can order individual dishes or share family-style, which makes it especially easy when coming with a group.

It’s very casual, family-friendly, quick, and straightforward—nothing fancy and probably not where I’d choose for a date night. But for a dependable meal with family or friends, it’s a great spot. Kids like it, parents like it, and my mom likes it—which says a lot coming from an older Vietnamese person who knows her Vietnamese food!

The staff is always efficient and nice, and after all these years, the food remains consistently good.

The biggest downside is parking. The entire shopping center has become so busy with restaurants that finding a spot can be overwhelming, especially during peak hours.

Also, keep in mind they do not take credit cards. Bring cash, or you can pay electronically through options such as Zelle/Venmo.

Overall, this is one of those longtime neighborhood restaurants we keep coming back to because we know exactly what we’re going to get: good Vietnamese food, plenty of choices, friendly service, and consistency.“

“So glad they’re open early. It’s a perfect spot for a comforting bowl of pho to start the day. The broth is rich and flavorful; you don’t need to add a thing. I also love the complimentary tea and the full set of condiments — even culantro, which is such a nice touch. Simple, delicious, and done right!“

“My first time try Lao food and it was very delicious! I got the Kao Poon and a sausage. The Kao Poon, perfectly flavored noodle soup, i paired with the spicy Lao sausge, very flavorful. Great combination! Very friendly staff! Looking forward to go try more of the menu.“

“More stores like The Great Mall, may find cheaper prices when it comes to clothes + Restaurants and food Markets. So on and on.....yes.“

“First time Customer. Servers are extremely friendly and helpful. I don’t speak Chinese, but they can find and order you what you want and they’re happy about it. Prices are extremely reasonable and the tip is included and it’s still reasonable. Will come again and try something different“

“The noodle soups and fried flour cakes are 👌🏽👌🏽👌🏽!“

“WOw my favorite Vegetarian Restaurant here!!!
There are plenty of Vegan Options!!!Some of my favorites Vietnamese Dishes are made here in a vegetarian styles that are authentic and delicious! From my favorite Noodles soups, ToFu Veggies, Fishes, Vegan Seafoods, Vegetarian Meats, Vegetarian Snacks, Sweet, Desserts, Flavorful Seasonings, Sauces, and so Many More Vegetarian Options!!!!!!!🤤😋
Much Healthier, Tastier, and absolutely more Flavorful!! My new Favorite Spot.🤣 I will be stopping by here on a regular basis!🤣💕“

“Dough Zone Dumpling House is a good, modern dumpling place that leans a bit “nicer” compared to your typical dumpling house.

The food is yummy across the board. The xiao long bao come out neat and uniform, with a clean presentation and great flavor.

The noodle dish is simple and satisfying, with a nice texture.

The beef noodle soup has a deep, rich broth.

Even the greens are done well.

Service is friendly and attentive, and a good experience from start to finish. The place itself is clean and modern, with a slightly polished feel.

It is a bit on the pricey side for what you get, especially compared to more traditional spots, but the overall experience helps justify it.

A good place when you want dependable dumplings in a comfortable setting.“

“Pho was delicious, first time there. The hospitality was good.“

“love cơm gà roti & cơm gà hải nam.“

“Pho Papa is a popular pho spot in San Jose with a larger and more comfortable dining area than many of the smaller pho restaurants around town. The restaurant is usually busy, but service is generally quick, and parking is fairly convenient.
The beef pho is the main attraction, with choices such as special combination pho, beef rib, oxtail, brisket, tendon, and rare steak. The meat is usually tender, and the portions can be generous.
My main issue is the inconsistency of the broth. On some visits it tastes rich, clean, and very flavorful, while on other occasions it can taste noticeably different or weaker. I prefer a pho restaurant where the broth tastes about the same every time, so that inconsistency keeps me from rating it higher.
It is still a good place for pho, especially if you like a spacious restaurant and a good selection of beef cuts, but I would like to see more consistency from visit to visit.“

“Ruby Tai has a nice variety of food and their flavors hit the spot every time. I always get their Coconut shrimp and Eggplant tofu, they know exactly how to cook it. Very friendly and great service; I got there all the time even when Im not at the mall for shopping. Keep it up guys!!!“

“First time there and it was the best in San Jose for me I wish they would accept credit card because I rarely carry cash anymore and my order was to go I didn’t know I got so little veggies for my Pho. But other than that I was very satisfied.“

“Gỏi Vịt rất ngon, $14 một dĩa gỏi Vịt lớn hai người ăn không hết! Tiệm rất đông khách nhưng nhân viên rất lịch sự.“

“Crab fried rice & thai tea was yummy :)“

“Visited last week for dinner and ordered the Bird's Nest. I placed and paid for my order at the kiosk. When the food is ready you get a text message on your phone. Within 10 minutes the food was ready and it was nice and hot for a cold night. Also, it appears you can order on their website for pickup.“

“Much improved from already decent large portion Chinese food. The lady and son are polite, the lunch special is $12.95 filled and comes out hot n crispy. Its worth it. It may vary when busy, still worth it. Should have taken photo but engulfed it instead. Was hungry. Wo ai ni“

“This place is a gem. Get the #5 with soup separate. There are very few places left that do the quality this place does. Their wontons are handmade. The chashu tastes great and their bone broth soup is on point. The noodles are perfectly done - never overcooked. Its the kind of food you need when you need comfort.“