Bún Bò Huynh Dining

It's about as typical of a Vietnamese place as you can get. The one thing was that the service was actually really good. Server was very friendly and attentive. Not at all normal for Vietnamese. Bun bo hue was only fair. Grilled pork was a bit sweet for my liking and could use a bit more char. Vietnamese coffee was good. Pricing is typical.

The bun cha ca ha noi and bun mam are both very flavorful and plentiful. Decent amount of herbs and veggies with the dishes. Will return again to try other dishes 😊

This is one of the standard Vietnamese restaurants in our family's rotation. It doesn't have a large menu, but it does most things well, though don't expect any pho noodle soup -- go to a pho restaurant for that.

It's usually empty but the food here is so good, highly recommend the bun Bo and Bo luc lac

The food here is legit good. I don’t know why this place isn’t more popping. I’m Vietnamese and took my mom here and she enjoyed the heck out of the food. My mom actually ate her entire plate which is rare for my persnickety 70+ mom. I would 100% recommend.

Among the worst Bún Bò Huế. If anyone has ever eaten Bun Bo in Hue, they can tell you that this is not the authentic Bun Bo Hue. The soup is quite salty and oily. They use too much minced lemongrass. The authentic bun bo Hue never uses minced lemongrass to make the broth because it is very difficult to eat. The soup has a strong taste of fermented shrimp paste which is quite difficult for some people.

Good restaurant! Been here several times with good experience, recommended!

Huynh Dining is our current favorite Vietnamese restaurant in San Jose. The grilled porkchop is among the best I’ve ever had, juicy and full of flavor. We also love the banh ram it, which comes with an addicting fish sauce. The bun mam is also a big hit. Make sure to add some extra sate and shrimp paste for more flavor. Service is great as well. Can’t ask for a better dining experience!

Came here because the Hue restaurant was crowded and my family was craving Bun Bo Hue. We all got some Bun Bo Hue but they have a ton of different options as well. It is a casual Vietnamese dine in restaurant. Really great good and comparable Bun Bo Hue. They have a really great tasting broth and it is worth coming here to try it at least once. There is a good amount of seating. I would not come here with a huge party but it is great for a small friend group or a family.

It's been awhile since we dined at Huynh. I was craving banh beo and mi quang but didn't want to deal with the crowd at Hue, so we decided to try out Huynh again. We came around 11:30am on a Saturday and the restaurant was less than half full. I liked that they didn't crowd the tables so it felt more spacious inside..good when dining with toddlers. We ordered.. BANH BEO (5) $5.95 -ground shrimp over rice cake with fish sauce. The banh beo came out warm, soft and tasted fresh. They didn't skimp on the ground shrimp either. Each plate came with a fluffy chicharron. 4/5* BANH RAM IT (3) $6.75 -steamed sticky rice atop fried sticky rice dumpling with fish sauce. Inside there was pork and tiny shrimp. The fried dumpling was crispy and not oily. 4/5* MI QUANG $15.95 -turmeric yellow noodle, pork, shrimp, rice cracker, vegetables and peanuts. The noodles were perfectly cooked, they had a nice bouncy chew to them. The broth was delicious, especially after squeezing lime and adding some chili sate. My husband thought it was a bit sweet but it was perfect for me. They gave a good amount of tender pork and 2 fresh shrimps. I liked how they put the veggies on the side so I could add what I liked, as much as I wanted. 5/5* BUN BO GIO HEO $16.95 -spicy noodle soup, beef shank, tendon, ham, pork and blood cubes with pork knuckle. My husband asked for very spicy but he said it wasn't that spicy. The broth was a bit sweet for him so he squeezed in a lot of lime in and added chili sate for more heat. Meat was okay, decent amount of meat but "the pork knuckle was a bit hairy". The noodles were cooked well, not overcooked. 3.5/5* Service was good, waitress was around when we needed anything. I would come back again if I was craving hue food! They also offer vegetarian options.

Lần đầu mình order món canh bún ăn thấy rất ngon, vừa ăn và thấy quán mới, hình ảnh hấp dẫn nên mình muốn thử thêm vài món nữa. Nhưng tiết là Mì quảng bị ngọt và chưa chuẩn mùi vị gốc lắm Bún mắm cần đậm vị 1 xíu nữa, bùn bò khá thơm vị vừa ăn nhưng hơi bị nhiều dầu. Vì vậy mình quay lại ăn canh bún. My favorite

Casual Vietnamese cuisine. Great variety. Good service. Highlights: -bun rieu (crab, pork, tomato noodle soup) -bun bo hue (spicy beef & pork noodle soup) -nem cuon (spring rolls with grilled pork)

We went on a Monday afternoon, but it was a holiday so I was worried there could be a wait but to my surprise there was none! I had this place on my try list for a while but never had the chance to come by and I wish I came sooner. We got the banh beo, bún riêu, and bún bò Huế. All these dishes were so good! And the prices were very reasonable. My friend who's vegetarian also loved his version of the banh beo and said it was the best he's ever had. I would highly recommend this place and there's plenty of options for those with dietary restrictions

I've been back at least another 5 times, I can't get enough of this! I even went back to Hue Restaurant and agree it's good, but something about Huynh Dining's BBH soup just tastes cleaner and lighter without compromising on the flavor. I've introduced this spot to some friends and their families and they agree that the quality of their food here is so much better. My bf loves their Shaken Beef. The beef cubes are tender, lean and not super fatty, well seasoned and cooked very well. I wish they played some pop or some mellow music in the background because it's a fairly small restaurant and you can hear everyone. Other than that, I love it here.

Tried Huynh Dining recently, and it was kind of a mixed experience us. I got the Bun Bo Tai, and my boyfriend got the Bun Bo Duoi Bo. It was my first time seeing Bun Bo Tai on a menu, which was super cool! The tai (rare beef) was really tender and had a great texture, but it made the broth way too sweet for me. My boyfriend's oxtail was nice and tender, but honestly, the bun bo broth itself was just okay--pretty bland overall. They have ot sa te (Vietnamese chili sauce) on the table so you can add your own spice, but even after adding a lot, it wasn't spicy at all, which was disappointing. The best thing we had was definitely the Banh Beo--it was so good and probably one of the best we've had anywhere. That dish alone might be worth coming back for. Overall, it was alright. The Banh Beo was amazing, but the bun bo didn't wow us.

Came here on a weeknight and it wasn't as busy as they do on the weekends! Huynh is a no-frills type of Vietnamese pho place. I got the bun rieu and it was packed with different ingredients. The server was helpful in guiding us through the menu and the food arrived quickly. I always hate it when pho is lukewarm but this one arrived steaming hot and was a great portion. I have tried their bun bo hue before (what they're known for) but I think I may enjoyed the flavor of the bun rieu a bit more!

Satisfied all of my Viet food cravings! Decided to give this place a try because I was craving Bun Rieu. This place has a very similar menu from the restaurant right across called Hue, which I usually go to. Lots of the same appetizers and main dishes. It was pretty small and way less busy than across the street but the food was absolutely amazing. To start off, I ordered the Banh Nam and Banh Beo as our appetizers. Both were so amazing and had such a yummy ground shrimp flavor. Both were priced at about $5 each which was such a good deal. I also had a fresh coconut which was also very refreshing and sweet. For my main I ordered the Bun Rieu which had the be the best Bun Rieu I have ever had in my life. The tomato flavor was so rich and even the crab ball was great. I never usually get to finish my soup but I ate up every bite of this. My boyfriend ordered the Bun Bo Hue which he said was okay. I will definitely be returning to this place whenever I want Viet food! Great service and great food!

My SO wanted to take me out to this place so we ordered bun bo hue, banh beo and steak and rice. The food came out rather quickly and it was delicious, flavorful and tender. We enjoyed a peaceful dinner together here and I'd say it is well worth the price~

Food here is pretty damn good. Comparable if not possibly better than Hue for some items. Saté chili here is definitely better than Hue. I think they sell it by the jar too. Food came out pretty quick.

I've been coming here for about a year now. I'm still loving their bbh (bun bo hue). I can't say enough how generous they are with the meat. I'm stuffed every time I eat here. Halfway into my bbh and I'm thinking should I bring half home? Somehow I always end up finishing the whole bowl. It's that good fellas. Today my wife and daughter ordered the shaking beef with garlic noodles. Let me tell you first that my youngest is the hardest to please. She says "I don't like it" before even trying. Today, she ate several cubes of tender beef with a side order of rice. I'm so pleased with this restaurant. You order these 2 dishes and you won't be disappointed.

I thought the banh beo quality was really great compared to Hue's banh beo which has gone down in quality as of recently (the consistency of the tapioca dough has changed at Hue). The bun rieu here was really tasty, and they gave a large portion for the cost. I would definitely come back to try their bun bo hue!

TLDR: pretty good BBH! Would definitely recommend to friends and come again. We usually go to Hue for BBH, but we decided to give this newer (?) restaurant a shot. We don't live in SJ anymore, so this was a new place for us at least. Inside is clean and small. The wait staff was chill. So the food. It's good. My fiancee and I both ordered the BBH, mine just had the oxtail in it. We also got the #1 appetizer (I forgot what it's called). The soup itself is what you would expect from good BBH, but a little sweeter than Hue's. They gave a healthy amount of meat and the oxtail was soft and the meat fell off the bone. I really liked their BBH. The noodles were soft and chewy. The appetizer was also really good. They had a lot of shrimp powder on top which I really appreciate because I really like that flavor. Overall, this is a good restaurant and I wouldn't hesitate to come back when I find myself in SJ again.

The bun bo had a lot of meat and umami flavor in the soup. It had just the right amount of spice without being too overwhelming. It was a really good portion and I felt full. The bun rieu was also tasty. I wish the crab meat was a bit softer but it was still tasty.

I have been eyeing this spot since its opening but I always put my faith into Hue restaurant cause it *usually* doesn't disappoint. However, when the line was outrageously long for Hue, I opted to give Huynh Dining a try. The menu offers Hue favorites like banh beo, banh nam, rice dishes and various noodle options. The service was nice with friendly young workers that check on you and refill your water. The banh beo here is decent. The rice flour patties are steamed, a bit more doughy than I'm used to. The shrimp topping has a nice briney sweet and salty flavor. The fish sauce on the side is slightly sweet and just a touch of spice. The pork rind is definitely the best part because it adds that zest of fat and crunchy texture. The pork chop rice plate was perfection. Its everything you want. The pork chop is juicy with a hint of brown sugar flavor. The shredded pork is fabulous with a soft tender texture. The egg cake was sweet and flavorful with all the noodles inside. All around, this is a great dish. I would come again as the food quality was rather impressive and the wait times are much more reasonable than the surrounding food options.

1000% better than Hue across the plaza. Do not waste your time waiting at hue. Omg I'm so happy I found this place. Banh beo and banh ram not pictured but best I've ever had. And the bun bo hue is exactly what it should taste like!! The lemon grass, the spice, everything in between. The banh nam was amazing. The service was excellent! I have needy siblings that are always asking for something and our waiter was just so pleasant. I can't rave about this place enough. Please give it a try!

Brought my parents here for brunch on a Sunday, and they greatly enjoyed their meals. To have my mom compliment their broth warrants a five-star rating in my book. The staff was super nice, especially to our baby. Upon being seated, our waitress was quick to bringing out a booster for our little one. The rest of the staff was nothing but smiles when she looked at them. My family of four each ordered an appetizer and main dish. They were so fast with making our food that we didn't have time to finish our bánh bèo quick enough to clear the table. We felt rushed to devour our appetizers to make space for our Bún bò Huế. We asked but they couldn't slow down making/bringing out our orders. This may be our favorite BBH spot now.

LET ME TELL YOU, Vietnamese Aunties are the BEST at getting the inside scoop of the gossip. My Aunt told me the head chef from Hue opened her own place right across. Hue purposely put up a sign that stated "#1 Bun Bo Hue" the moment Hyunh opened up. That's some juicy rivalry going on. How true is all this?? I have no idea, but she said she got very reliable sources so Imma roll with it. .:: FOOD ::. Banh Beo $6.95: ground shrimp over rice cakes. Definitely tasting very similar to Hue. Thin rice cakes and crunchy pork rinds on top. Bun Bo $15.95: BBH, spicy noodle soup with beef shank, tendon, ham, pork and blood cubes. It was actually SUPER spicy, for me but I'm also a weak sauce. I had to take away the top layer of the spiciness to continue eating. Even though it was painful, it was pretty good flavor wise. Very homey and authentic .:: Service / Ambiance / Parking ::. My aunt and I came here on a Sunday afternoon and there was a waitlist. We waited about 10 min to be seated. Our waiter spoke both English and Vietnamese but my aunt took care of everything on the ordering part. Food came in about 10ish minutes after we ordered. Each bowl gets it's own garnishing dish. The place is very simple. Not much decor. There were about 9 tables in there, smaller parties. The restaurant is located in a very busy plaza with everything in there. So it does get difficult sometimes. But I never had any trouble finding a spot.

Last month, I kept noticing this restaurant on Facebook, which piqued my interest after my brother became enthusiastic about Bun Bo . We eventually decided to give it a try, and I'm thrilled that we did, as both the food and the experience exceeded my expectations. I opted for dish number 12, which featured a remarkably rich and flavorful broth without any discernible MSG. In my view, this establishment offers genuine Bun Bo, characterized by its generous and diverse toppings. The pork blood was cooked to perfection. Everyone here is really friendly. I'll definitely coming back, when I'm in SJ.

Initially I wanted to DoorDash from this restaurant but noticed they weren't on DoorDash. So after some digging, I noticed there was an order option on their website. Apparently you could also get your food delivered for about a $13 fee. I opted for the pick up option for take out. I received a text notifying me that my order was ready while I was on my way there. My food was ready at the counter when I got there. I just needed to show them my order. We ordered Bun Bo Hue, Bun Mam, Banh Beo, Banh Nam, Banh Ram It. My partner and I were surprisingly pleased with our order. Everything was really good. It definitely satisfied our cravings. We both preferred this place over Hue right across the plaza. Skip the wait over at Hue and give Huynh Dining a try! My partner had the Bun Bo Hue and I had the Bun Mam. Although, I didn't eat the Bun Bo Hue, my partner said it was a lot better than at Hue. I would rate the Bun Mam 3.5-4 out of 5. It was on the sweeter side. I would prefer it to be more pungent and savory. The ingredients were very fresh. You can taste the freshness. I would prefer my veggies to be cooked a little more; It was a little undercooked for me. The roast pork was really good! Their chili oil enhanced the flavors so def recommend you adding it to your broth. The Banh Beo was a classic. 5/5. The Banh Ram It is a 4/5. Pretty good. Meaty and crispy. In my opinion, it's way better than at Hue. I don't like it too doughy. I got the Banh Nam for my boyfriend since they are his favorite and he also really enjoyed them too.

Pretty good bun mam. Service was good. Banh beo and banh ram it are good too. Will try bun bo hue next time

This spot is so low key and underrated! It's in the same plaza as Hue and essentially serves the same dishes. There's never a wait either. The staff is so friendly here and service was super quick. We got the bánh nậm and bánh ram ít. For entrees, we tried the bun Bo hue, com tam, and mi quang. All dishes were made very well and full of flavor.

Stopped in after passing by this place for a while. I am glad I tried this place. The service is fast and the food is fresh. All vegetables were crunchy and cut steak was soft and tasty. Prices were the same as the restaurant across the parking lot.

The pasta dishes are nice and garlicky. Shaking beef is tasty 5/5. Place feels clean.

Love this hole in the wall! It's in the same plaza as Hue. My dad used to make my fav bún nước lèo all the time but ever since I moved out, I haven't had much of a chance to eat it. I've been looking for a place for forever in SJ that makes something similar and so far this is the only place I know of. The flavor of the Bún mắm was so strong and pungent. The fermented fishy soup is not something everyone likes so it's definitely hard to find. There was so much meat in there ranging from pork belly, shrimp, fish fillet and squid to veggies like eggplant and bittermelon. The staff was nice, I love the soup so much I asked for extra soup and the staff happily obliged. Will definitely come again for this!

Came in last minute so couldn't stay long to enjoy. But this place is so good. We got the bun bo hue and the broth was flavorful and clear. My husband and I really enjoyed it. The place was clean and the service was quick. We would go again. Banh beo and banh it was delicious. Banh it was so nice and crunchy. I would want come back to try the bun rieu

Huynh Dining is our current favorite Vietnamese restaurant in San Jose. The grilled porkchop is among the best I've ever had, juicy and full of flavor. We also love the banh ram it, which comes with an addicting fish sauce. The bun mam is also a big hit. Make sure to add some extra sate and shrimp paste for more flavor. Service is great as well. Can't ask for a better dining experience!

I go here all the time, it is my regular spot to get any dish on their menu. Everything is good that i have tried from the banh xeo, bun bo, com tam, and etc. In my opinion this place is better than the one across from it called Hue. It has more flavor, less sweetener and msg. I definitely recommend coming here. Show some love to a family restaurant!

This was Gavin's last meal as a fifth grader. Tess came to stay w/ us for 2 days so she can be present at his graduation from Willow Glen Elementary. This place has been on my bookmarks, so I was thrilled when Tess decided on this place. Because she does not live w/ me, I tend to give her dibs on where to go or what cuisine to eat. Empty restaurant. We were there at 6PM. We were greeted and seated right away. The service and speed were exceptional. They do offer a variety on their menu (vermicelli cold bowls, soups, rice, pasta). It was difficult to narrow down to one order, so we ordered an appetizer to satisfy our excitement. - banh bot loc - bun bo hue (Tess and I ordered 2 different bowls) - shaken beef w/ garlic noodles There was some clarification needed w/ our order. The gentleman went out to ask if we wanted rice or pasta and then another time chicken or beef. I thought it was clear at the time of ordering, but nevertheless it came out freshly made, piping hot, and so delicious that Gavin was tempted to lick the plate. This did come out last, so if you want to eat at the same time then request for all of the dishes to be served at once when ready. The banh bot loc was good. I did not understand the fried pork skin though. It may have been better w/ fried onions instead? That was just a personal opinion. My bun bo w/ duoi bo (oxtail BBH) was aromatic, flavorful, just a world of different flavors coming together in harmony. It was so good that I wanted to come back here the next day! Tess ordered bun bo (#1) and seemed to have enjoyed it, but she did not finish it so we took most of it to-go. She had some on Friday and took the rest home when I dropped her off to her dad's. I certainly hope she finished it. Great food. Great service. Reasonable prices. I cannot wait to come back!

Got 2 Bun Bo Hue to go. The broth is delicious and flavorful. It is around $19/each. I wish they also have cha cua. The broth is not too spicy which is flexible to adjust with more chili oil.

Over a year later and I still love their BBH and mì quảng ! My dad lives in VN so he's so particular about BBH. He stopped liking the place across the street for years so I took him to try out Huynh when he came back to visit. Let me tell y'all. he kept asking to go back after 1 visit like I swear they saw us eating here 3-4 times in one week at one point. He also liked the bánh bèo and we even stopped by just to snack on bánh bèo. The nước mắm was a bit sweet but it's all personal preference. It's always clean when we dine in so definitely will always come back whenever I'm craving a nice hot bowl of BBH!

THE BBH IS PACKED HERE. Literally so much meat I couldn't even finish half on my own! The meat you see at the top is just the beginning. I was shocked finding more and more underneath! The plate of herbs were impressively fresh! The soup has a beautiful rich color and flavor, plus it's not too spicy. The service was kind and quick. Overall would be back!

I got the Bun Bo Hue this time and it had good flavor and it wasn't spicy! I think it's a fair portion as well, I could definitely eat another bowl tho!

One of the best bun bo in town. We also got banh beo and banh it ram, which were decent. Fast service. Clean store. Laid back vibe

Service: Friendly and fast. Ambiance: Very clean. Music was audible but not super loud. Ample seating for ~30 people. Cozy. Food: I came in for the Bun Bo Hue with Oxtail only (~$17), and it was great. It tasted clean and on the light and sweeter side. Portion was nice; felt like a large at other places except they were very generous with the meat! Will be coming back whenever I crave BBH :).

The food was delicious! Got banh bro and bun cha Hanoi. I would recommend both! I will definitely return and try other items on the menu...

I heard about Huynh Dining opening up in the same plaza as Hue, so I knew I had to give it a go. Everything on the menu is reasonably priced, and the portions are very generous! I will have to say, nothing was particularly special, so I'm not swayed to prefer it more than Hue, except maybe that there's virtually no wait. That being said, I wouldn't mind coming back here in the future. I do prefer this place over Bun Bo Hue An Nam though, which this restaurant actually took over (there's still the other location on Story). It got pretty busy after my friend and I came for lunch, so swing by before 12pm! BANH BEO: 4.5/5 The dried shrimp on the banh beo was to die for! There was so much flavor to this that I couldn't get enough of! The nuoc mam was perfect as well, not too sweet nor too strong. The only complaint I have is the batter was a bit inconsistent as some plates tasted a bit too thick and others were at a good consistency. If the batter been a bit less thick, I would've argued that this banh beo is better than Hue's. BUN BO HUE: 4.25/5 The broth is on the lighter side and still very savory, so it was really refreshing and tasty. You can finish this without it feeling too heavy in my opinion. Honestly reminded me of homemade BBH! Personally, I prefer my BBH to be a bit richer and more beefy, but otherwise it was great and flavorful nonetheless. The meat here is cooked really well, and they are very generous with the amount they provide! Don't forget to add extra chili if you like it spicy -- I forgot to do that myself, but even without that addition, I enjoyed this dish.

We really like this place and have now eaten here a handful of times! It's a good alternative to Hue which is just across the plaza but always so busy. Some items we have ordered from here are the Bun Bo Hue (my favorite), Banh Bot Loc, Banh Ram It, Banh Beo and Banh Nam. Everything is quite solid. I highly recommend the bun bo hue (spicy beef and pork noodle soup) which is my go-to every time. The broth is so flavorful and I always find myself finishing the whole bowl in one sitting despite the large portion size! The other items I mentioned are pretty good here and I recommend ordering them if you're interested in trying them out or are craving them. I really like the banh bot loc which are chewy tapioca dumplings with shrimp and pork, served with a light fish sauce. Sure, Huynh Dining is not the BEST place in SJ to get all of these different Vietnamese dishes, but sometimes you just prefer the convenience of being able to satisfy all of your cravings in once place. And I've never had to wait for a table here which goes a long way in my book. The service is always friendly and the restaurant is generally pretty quiet. Pay at the front when you're done with your meal. Also, the parking lot in this plaza is always horrendous so be careful!

Stopped by this place because I saw that they had BBH (bun bo hue). The restaurant has different versions of BBH, and I ordered #14 Bun Bo. Soup was flavorful and had a quick of spicy to it. There was a good amount of meat as well! I personally like this BBH better than their competitor across the plaza. I'll definitely be back to try their other dishes

Went twice in a week and it's a very solid and consistent place with very good Bun Bo. Had the Bun Bo Duoi Bo (oxtail) and the Bun Rieu (crab). Both were very tasty. Service was very friendly and attentive as well. The only deduction is for the fact that the oxtail was super soft the first time, but not the second time. But I still recommend this place highly and will return.

Came by for lunch the other day and it was a decent experience. Parking was available in the private plaza and/or on the streets. Huynh dining seems to be newly opened with a new remodel, including new holes in the ceiling... Restaurant was pretty empty during my visit with a couple menu and thick napkins on each table. Staff came by to take my order and presented me with a plate of vegetables. Ordered the Bun Bo Hue with oxtail and it was decent. The broth was very rich and fragrant. The noodles were decent. There were half a dozen slices of beef shank, a few pieces of meatloaf, a couple pieces of pork blood along with a piece of two of pork belly? There were a couple pieces of oxtail which were okay, I've had more flavorful and tender pieces. Staff cleaned tables by blowing into a pair of used nitrile gloves. $21/head after tax and gratuity. They do take credit cards via Square.

A friend frequented the restaurant and shared that the food was great especially the bun bo hue. We came in on a Friday evening around 5:30 p.m. and were the first to get seated. The place is small and modest, but we were here to experience Hue cuisine. My friends and I ordered several dishes from the menu. The service was quick, and the staff accommodated our group of four. We were impressed with most of the dishes and how promptly they were served by our waiter. Personally, the banh ram stood out the most. It was so fresh and became the highlight of the entire meal. The crispy, puffy dough and the soft glutinous banh with a whole shrimp inside were a delightful surprise. I would return just for this dish. It's changed my expectations for banh ram from now on. Bom!

Food is awesome and the bun bo hue has great flavor. It's never packed so I enjoy going to this location more than the others in the plaza

Love the crepe, is so crispy and comes with lettuce and mint. It is refreshing to eat with lettuce l, mint and dipped in fish sauce. Service is ok, it takes sometimes to have the noodles ready. Ambiance is simple inside, parking is hard. Planned to look for parking on the weekend. There are so many viet restaurant in the same plaza, restaurant is next to happy lemon.

Called over the phone to order takeout and estimated time it would be ready was 20 mins. Parking was difficult to find, there was around 4 cars doubled parked and so many other cars looking for parking too! We eventually did find parking. We walked in and was greeted immediately. Inside looked clean. We ordered 2. Chicken & Shrimp Rice Cake Wrapped in Banana Leaves 4. Shrimp & Pork Tapioca Dumplings 13. Spicy Noodle Soup - Beef Shank, Tendon,ham, Pork Blood cubes, oxtail 16. Crab Paste Rice Noodle Soup - Crab Paste, Tofu, Tomato & Blood Cubes 33. Tomato Rice - Shaken Beef & Vegetables 34. Garlic Noodle - Shaken Beef & Vegetables Food tasted good. The soup noodles had good flavor. The appetizers were good I liked the Shrimp & Pork Tapioca Dumplings. You can really taste the tomato in the rice, the meat in the shaken beef was tender and flavorful.

A nice competitor to you know where, right in the same plaza. A much smaller restaurant but we were seated immediately on a Saturday afternoon. We did ordered a couple of dishes and were taking bites of everyone's. Love the shrimp amount on the bánh beo and the bánh ram ít was a good chew. All the noodles dishes had a savory and comforting taste. Mi Quang was more acidic with tomato but otherwise also a good choice. Would recommend to anyone craving this type of cuisine. Service - 4 / Ambiance - 3 / Food - 4.5 / Price - 3.5

You have to be fairly confident if you're going to open another restaurant that serves Hue cuisine in the same plaza as Hue, arguably San Jose's most popular go-to spot for the banh beo. Although not as bustling, I think Huynh holds its own well. If you've been to the plaza, you know that it can be difficult to find parking during mealtimes. Inside the restaurant fits a good number of tables, but not too cramped. There may be a little wait depending on when you go. Along with Hue specialities, they also serve a variety of other Vietnamese dishes, including noodle dishes, rice dishes, banh xeo, vegetarian food, etc. A couple of items I've tried: - Banh Beo - Banh beo came out steaming hot. I've also had the banh beo to-go and it held up great. - Bun Bo Hue - Not to spicy but you can always add more chili to it. Also not too funky. I appreciate that there are several different versions of the BBH you can order depending on your liking. I personally don't like the pork knuckle and hate wasting it when the only BBH option has it. - Bun Cha Ha Noi - Not Hue cuisine but a dish I find hard to find a good version of so I tried it. I actually think Huynh's is pretty decent. The patty is very flavorful (on the sweeter side) and there is a ton of meat. I think one of the things that gives Huynh an edge is the service. Service was prompt and attentive. Staff was patient and answered our questions. Overall a great experience, and I hope they do well there!

We went on a Sunday at 12:30pm and there was no wait! Yay!! I was super hyped and my friends loves this place. We ordered their bun bo and soda xi muoi Bun Bo (3/5): Their bun bo hue is so good! It's way better than hue and they're super generous with their veggies and meat too. But the downside was that it had too much MSG. I started to get super thirsty while eating it and the after math was not that great either. I would come back if they had less MSG in their broth. Soda Xi Muoi (1/5): I am a huge soda xi muoi fan and try to order it at every Vietnamese restaurant that I eat at. They were skimping on their xi muoi so the drink didn't have any flavor. It tasted like drinking carbonated water with sugar.