Weekly Digest
🍜 PHO: Phở 79
Why: "Phở 79 is the kind of phở worth waiting in line for. Their oxtail phở is a standout, and the James Beard Award only adds to the local love they’ve earned." * As recommended by Viet Nguyen of Kei Concepts
Where: 9941 Hazard Ave, Garden Grove, CA 92844
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🥬 SPRING ROLLS: Brodard
Why: "Brodard has been a cornerstone of Little Saigon for decades–their nem nướng spring rolls are iconic. This is the spot for anyone who wants to experience what makes Little Saigon special." * As recommended by Viet Nguyen of Kei Concepts
Where: 16105 Brookhurst St, Fountain Valley, CA 92708
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🥪 BANH MI: Carrot and Daikon
Why: "Their crispy pork bánh mì is the move: crackly bread, fatty pork, and a sharp hit of pickled veggies. But what really sets it apart is that ultra-crispy fried pork skin — it adds the perfect crunch to every bite." * As recommended by Viet Nguyen of Kei Concepts
Where: 8511 Westminster Blvd., Garden Grove, CA 92844
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🥗 VEGAN: Au Lac
Why: "Au Lac was shaking up Vietnamese cuisine with bold, plant-based flavors way before vegan food was cool. Founder Mai Nguyen, driven by a life-changing health scare, turned her personal healing journey into a restaurant that proves plant-based eating can be both crave-worthy and transformative." * As recommended by Viet Nguyen of Kei Concepts
Where: 16563 Brookhurst St, Fountain Valley, CA 92708
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🍮 SWEETS: Bake And Chè
Why: "Bake & Chè bridges generations with traditional desserts. Their fresh, modern branding has brought Vietnamese sweets into the mainstream." * As recommended by Viet Nguyen of Kei Concepts
Where: 9729 Bolsa Ave, Westminster, CA 92683
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