Gao Viet Kitchen

The Wok Pho is amazing!

My wife and I have been eager to visit this establishment ever since we came across a post about it on Instagram. We finally had the opportunity to dine there on a Saturday for a belated Valentine's Day celebration. Upon our arrival approximately 20 minutes after opening, we found the restaurant to be already at full capacity. Consequently, we had to wait for approximately 30 minutes to be seated. During this waiting period, we observed a continuous flow of food being served from the kitchen, accompanied by tantalizing aromas that heightened our anticipation. Once we were seated, water was promptly provided for my wife and our son, who unexpectedly joined us for the date. We proceeded to place our order, selecting the pork belly dish and the Gaozilla. Regarding our beverage choices, we opted for the Peachee Way, specifically the small bowl serving, rather than the single drink option. I had to clarify the specific drink I was referring to, as the waiter initially expressed unfamiliarity with the name. He then confirmed my request for the smaller size of the beverage. The pork belly was served promptly within 5 to 10 minutes. The meat was tender, and the skin was crispy, providing an exceptional culinary experience. The accompanying dipping sauce perfectly complemented the richness of the pork. Subsequently, the Gaozilla arrived, exceeding expectations. Its impressive size matched the enticing visuals depicted in promotional materials. Our son promptly identified the meat and expressed a desire for it. We proceeded to partake in the noodles, meat, and broth from the main bowl, finding the bone marrow particularly delectable. The top layer exhibited a delightful crispiness, adding an appealing textural element. The meat was expertly cooked to a near-perfect medium, with a slight hint of overdoneness. Nevertheless, the flavor was remarkable, and the meat retained its succulence. As we savored the meal, we noticed the absence of the accompanying drink. Approximately 5 minutes later, a single drink cup was presented, prompting us to clarify that we had requested the small bowl. The staff promptly apologized and rectified the error, presenting us with the desired small bowl. The drink proved to be a delightful accompaniment, reminiscent of a refreshing horchata beverage, without being excessively strong. In conclusion, the overall experience and quality of the food were highly satisfactory. The sole minor inconvenience encountered was the initial oversight regarding the drink order. It is advisable to arrive early, as the establishment does not accept advance reservations. The wait is undoubtedly worthwhile, and I eagerly anticipate a return visit.

Food was good, but not as good as OC in southern CA.

Love the Pho! Great restaurant to visit

Food taste is ok, it's very popular because of their drinks and famous pho shots and photo worthy dishes. I couldn't get over all the grease but pho noodles was good

The menu is extensive and creative - yes. But the quality is subpar. we ordered the BeNe and Mama's Clay pot. The Be Ne did not fill the whole plate as advertised on the menu. the biggest shock was the freshness of the sausage and the fish in Clay Pot were... sticky. I had a friend who cooks a lot to try it just to make sure I wasn't tripping over nothing. She confirmed the smell was suspicious - not quality meat and/or wasn't stored right. Wow, I had high hopes after seeing the good reviews and pics but was ultimately bummed out by the experience. Service was fast. Limited seating.

This place serves the best pho I've ever tasted. Whenever I came to the bay area, I would drop by this place. The service was fine and ambiance was good. One thing that I thought could be improved was that the pho was not really hot this time round, so the noodle was not cooked perfectly and the rare beef was not fully cooked, but other than these small issues, the bowl of pho was very good, the beef was very tender and tasty and the scallops appetizer was very delicious.

This place is as advertised the portions are enormous Broth is delicous and service is great!! I highly recommend it! Kid-friendliness: All ages will enjoy this place!!!