San Jose Vietnamese Restaurant AK Kitchen Is a One-Man Show - Eater SF
"AK Kitchen, located in San Jose’s Eastside foothills, serves Vietnamese street food, South Asian ice cream flavors made in-house, and furikake Chex Mix. The menu also includes popular dishes from Japanese, Korean, and Indian cuisines. The restaurant is run solely by Lam Ngo, who moved from Vietnam and has extensive kitchen experience. Despite challenges, including the pandemic, Ngo runs the entire operation, including catering services. The menu is diverse, featuring items like Vietnamese egg coffee, homemade ice cream, butter chicken, pad Thai, and Vietnamese street snacks. AK Kitchen is known for its fresh, made-from-scratch dishes, highlighting Ngo's dedication and culinary skills." - Octavio Peña
