Rooster And The Pig

Absolutely fabulous. From the starter to the entree, each item was perfectly cooked and seasoned, mouthwatering and flavorful. The complimentary Congee starts you on your journey of culinary delights. Reservations are not accepted however this restaurant is definitely worth any wait. The staff are awesome, attentive and friendly.

Got here at 4:45pm on a Thursday and were 5th in line. It seems like people who arrived a little after 5pm were still able to get a seat. They have 2 seating areas and I couldn’t discern who got seated where and why? We got seated in what seemed like a more dim and intimate area. They had couches which were comfy. The other area seemed brighter and more upbeat…but I loved where we sat, as it was nice and cozy! Service was very friendly! I loved that they asked about allergies and made sure my son was safe. We were pleasantly surprised by the complementary congee. It was a small bowl packed with a lot of flavor…what a great way to start a meal! We got the fried rolls and cold noodles to start. The rolls were good…they were maybe slightly overdone, just a touch hard and dry, but the sweet sauce made them better. The cold noodles were tossed in a sesame paste, which was actually refreshing! For bigger plates, we got the pork belly fried rice and crispy beef egg noodle. Both amazing flavors and huge portions!! We had leftovers that tasted amazing the next day. Overall, such an amazing experience…We would definitely come back again when visiting Palm Springs!!

I have been to over 20 countries in my life, and this meal easily ranks within the top 10 I’ve ever had. The ingredients were fresh, the flavors were divine, and the staff was friendly enough to make us want to return even if the food HAD sucked. The worst part of this restaurant is that we don’t live closer to it, and Daniel was so friendly I regret not having met him years ago so that I could’ve asked him to be my best man at our wedding. If you’re considering getting dinner in Palm Springs, you’d be stupid to go anywhere but here.

We got here 20mins after they opened, and the restaurant was fully sat down. We waited for about 30mins before we got seated ourselves, so I would recommend being here the moment they opened. Service was fast. The only issue we encountered was that our two main dishes got served to a different table, so we had to wait for those longer, hence one less star. The menu is limited, but every dish looked great, coming out of the kitchen to your table.

Got there at 5:20 on Thursday night and there were a few spots left at the bar/counter! By 6pm there was a line. The food was very fresh with lots of veggies and delicious tastes. Crispy Beef Egg Noodle was yummy and filling. The Cod dish was also very good but very light. Service was friendly and efficient and the atmosphere was fun.

Absolutely fantastic and worth the wait!!... And there will be a wait so get there early, I suggest no later than 5:30 (we still had a 30-40 min wait) you order everything at once so be ready! The lemongrass, yuzo gun cocktail is delicious.. not too sweet and pairs perfectly with the food. We got the banana blossom salad, it was light, fresh and tasty... The green beans are out of this world and the sweet potato glass noodles are the comfort food you didn't know you were looking for... Would come back over and over! They also have plenty of veggie/vegan options despite the name 😊

I believe my favourite spot in Palm Springs. Simple menu design, great variety of food - very diverse options. Large portions - like for me. With trying different dishes. Meat dishes very well prepared. Consistency in flavours, also good selection of drinks too. One of those places that attracts great people to work there, few visits and met couple of people - great energy, all of them! Well done everyone for standing behind such great place!

Visited this restaurant for dinner on a Saturday and experienced a short wait to be seated, but the food took an unusually long time to arrive. I ordered the sweet potato noodles and pan-fried tofu, but unfortunately, both dishes tasted almost identical—overly sweet and reminiscent of basil fried rice from a standard Thai takeout place. While the aromas in the restaurant were inviting, the actual flavors of our meal didn’t live up to the promise.

Vietnamese fusion restaurant showcasing innovative cocktails and modern Vietnamese cuisine. In an unassuming strip mall, this restaurant is tucked away in the corner of the plaza but its presence is always known based on the amount of people waiting outside to get in. Food (4.5/5) Palm Springs certainly lacks diversity with Asian cuisine so this restaurant is a nice addition to fill in that missing piece for the food scene here. While not a traditional Vietnamese restaurant, this place is a nice introduction to Vietnamese food in a Westernized way for Palm Springs and tourists who have not been exposed to Vietnamese cuisine. The food is on the pricier side especially for Vietnamese cuisine, but they use high quality ingredients and are innovative with some of their dishes. My usual orders here are the Vietnamese crispy rolls, tea leaf salad, shaking beef, and the pork belly fried rice. The pork belly fried rice is a mandatory order because they use Chinese sausage and the fried rice has a perfect texture. The shaking beef also is cooked perfectly and the meat has always been tender when I've ordered it. While some of the menu items are more of a fusion with other Asian cuisines (like the tea leaf salad) it's still a great introduction to South East Asian cuisine. Service (5/5) The waiters have always been friendly and helpful to me when trying to decide what to order on the menu. I tend to come here right at its opening time in order to avoid a wait as this place fills up fairly quickly. NO reservations are allowed, walk ins only. During the busier seasons, I'd highly suggest to arrive early as this place is always busy. Ambiance (4.75/5) This restaurant is on the smaller side but limited bar seating and outdoor dining is available if there are the indoor tables are filled. The restaurant has an industrial vibe but also showcases some Vietnamese elements through its artwork along the walls.

We heard about this place but never had the chance to try it out. There's a few other Vietnamese places nearby which we've been to before. Finally, it's was a go. They don't take reservations. It's in a small strip mall next to a hotel so it's a little hidden but not hard to find. Also, hours aren't that long as they only open for dinner. Saturday night, we arrived around 7:30 for dinner. There were a couple of people already waiting in line so we thought it was going to take a while. I only noticed the one side as that's where the hostess was coming out from until they started taking the customers through another door. There's also some tables if you wanted to sit outside. We were told about 20 minutes if we wanted a table but could get seated right away if we wanted the bar area. That was fine for us. We got seated on the back side which was opposite to the main entrance. Bar area was quite nice. Menu wise, there's a good selection of dishes. Some I've never had and some were updated to what I've had before. It's Vietnamese but more of a fusion. There's no pho on the menu which most people would obviously think. Drink menu, a few selection of wine and more cocktails menus. Before the dishes started coming out, complementary congee was brought out. We started off with the crispy calamari which was quite nice and served with a Serrano coconut sauce. And the fresh spring rolls with lemongrass pork and dates. That was excellent as I would never think to add dates. Entrees, the shaken beef served with a bowl or rice and a mixed salad. There's so many different version of this dish but this was quite nice. Meat was nicely cooked and tender tossed in the sauce. It was very tasty. And the pan fried turmeric cod. That was also very flavor and tasty. Presentation was quite nice. Served with a bowl of rice was well. Potion wise aren't that big so majority of the dishes could be made to share. The ambiance was nice and mellow. There's two sides of seating in the restaurant. The place was nice, service was excellent. Our waiter who was also the bar tender was great. Very friendly and sweet. We've finally tried this place out and it was a hit. It's now a favorite for when we're in Palm Springs.

Amazing food, service and vibe! The floating orchid was the best cocktail I've ever had in my life. Oh and lots of gluten free options!

This place is great! Everything is delicious and the service is spectacular! I highly recommend the chicken wings or the panko crusted chicken rice ball that is served in yellow curry for starters. Pretty much everything is delicious so you can't really go wrong. I'm personally not a fan of the salads as I find so much else irresistible on the menu but if that's your jam they have some good ones here too.

yummy food and a good selections of cocktails! we were seated at the bar so we got some personalized services from the bartender. be prepared that your clothes will smell afterwards from the wok smokes, maybe it's a sign of a good cook... or bad ventilation..

Got here at 4:45pm on a Thursday and we're 5th in line. It seems like people who arrived a little after 5pm were still able to get a seat. They have 2 seating areas and I couldn't discern who got seated where and why? We got seated in what seemed like a more dim and intimate area. They had couches which were comfy. The other area seemed brighter and more upbeat...but I loved where we sat, as it was nice and cozy! Service was very friendly! I loved that they asked about allergies and made sure my son was safe. We were pleasantly surprised by the complementary congee! It was a small bowl packed with a lot of flavor...what a great way to start a meal! We got the fried rolls and cold noodles to start. The rolls were good...they were maybe slightly overdone, just a touch hard and dry, but the sweet sauce made them better. The cold noodles were tossed in a sesame paste, which was actually refreshing! For bigger plates, we got the pork belly fried rice and crispy beef egg noodle. Both amazing flavors and huge portions!! We had leftovers that tasted amazing the next day! We would definitely come back again when visiting Palm Springs!!

With a big group of 9, we craving some Asian food and decided to give this place a try. Originally they told us it would be up to 1.5 hour wait but luckily a big group didn't show up so we were seated in less than 20 minutes. Some of my favorites had to be their beef jerky spring rolls and crispy spring rolls. Both had great flavors and a good way to start a meal. For the mains we split a bunch with my favorites being the pork belly fried rice, tiger prawns, and caramelized chicken. 10/10 would order each of these dishes again. Things I tried that I wasn't as high on, the shaking beef, shrimp and pork fresh roll, and calamari, and crispy beef egg noodles. I've had shaking beef a bunch at other places, I thought the sauce was too sweet (same prob with the beef noodles) and the meat wasn't very tender. The shrimp and pork fresh roll didn't have a chance bc the beef jerky one was so good, it paled in comparison. The inside of the space and service was phenomenal though. Very cute vibes all around, and honestly a place that wouldn't hesitate to eat at again.

I've seen reviews about this place giving the guy that seats people a hard time. He's a little eccentric for sure, but he was nice to us and I got to admit, a little entertaining during a super long wait for the table. He got us a nice seat in what I thought was a really interesting looking restaurant with great decor. The room on the right had a more interesting look than the room on the left for sure. We got the crispy egg rolls and the pork fried rice. The free starter was a rice porridge that I thought was good but my wife didn't care for. The egg rolls and fried rice looked so good that I really wanted to like them, but they were both just really bland, and the fish sauce for the egg rolls seemed subdued, like it was trying to be fish sauce but was missing something. Even though the egg rolls didn't taste that good, they had a really good texture.

The service was great, The food is good. It's just not my cup of tea. I'm not the most adventurous when it comes to food. So I'm gonna give it five stars on my friends behalf. They love it. I told the waiter I'm behind in my vegetables this week. so I'm gonna be ordering two salads and a margarita.

We got here 20mins after they opened and the restaurant was fully sat down. We waited for about 30mins before we got seated ourselves so I would recommend to be here the moment they opened. Service was fast, the only issue we encountered was that our two main dishes got served to a different table so we had to wait for those longer, hence one less star. The menu is limited but every dish looked great coming out of the kitchen to your table.

The great thing about fusion food is their interesting take on traditional dishes, and Rooster and the Pig does not disappoint. They open at 5p but the line started forming at 4p. If you get here right on 5p, you'll probably get a table. Else you might be waiting a bit. They got interesting drinks to get the night started. We loved the congee. The toppings on it really help bring out the base flavor of the congee. No judgement but we kinda oinked. We got the crispy egg roll, some wings, lemongrass pork rice noodle, crispy beef egg noodle with panko chicken stuffed curry. Lots off stuff. But our most favorite dish of the night was the panko chicken stuffed curry. The chicken inside the fried rice ball brought lots of flavor. Pouring the coconut thai curry over the rice ball really deepened the flavor some more. Its just something we haven't really seen before and it was very tasty. We recommend you get this one to split with the table. Maybe even as an appetizer. Overall, long lines with no reservations available. You better be hungry at 5p, when they open or you'll be waiting in line. We highly recommend this place!

Tried to snag a reservation online for our party of four on a Thursday evening, but it looks like they don't take them. We showed up and were about 8th in line, but honestly, the wait wasn't bad at all - maybe 15-20 minutes. The hostess was a rockstar, turning tables over super quickly. They even mention a 2-hour dining limit, which explains the efficient flow. The restaurant itself is surprisingly spacious, with two distinct sections (left and right). It definitely seems like a great spot for groups. We were pleasantly surprised to be offered a complimentary bowl of congee (Vietnamese rice porridge) while we waited - a really nice touch and quite tasty! What really stood out was their impressive selection of vegan and vegetarian options. We opted for the spring rolls with fennel, which were fresh and flavorful. For our mains, the pork belly fried rice was a winner - rich and satisfying. The drinks were also on point, and they even have Vietnamese coffee, which is always a plus in my book. Overall, despite the initial worry about the wait, The Rooster and the Pig delivered a delicious and surprisingly efficient dining experience. Definitely recommend checking them out, especially if you have a group and appreciate a good variety of options!

Came on a friday night at 5:30pm. Ordered crab spring rolls, soft shell crab papaya salad, shaking beef and fried rice. Real crab in the spring rolls but i wish there was more. Soft shell crab is cooked perfectly. All good and tasty. Solid and just the perfect meal after a hot day at the pool. Service was great! Bookmarking this place and will return next time I'm in PS.

It was pretty tasty in terms of asian food but it was more of an asian fusion spot. The asian food had influences from different southeast asian countries and could be a fun place if you want to get a drink, hang out with some friends and get away from the brutal palm springs heat. The chicken curry meatball was good, the shaken beef dish was okay since the beef was a bit dry. Service was friendly and casual so overall not the worst and given that it's palm springs, beggars cant be choosers when it comes to asian food

Thursday night, we arrived around 6pm and waited about 45 minutes before being seated (party of 4), waited another 15 minutes before our order was taken. The dining room is really loud. Seems like everyone is shouting to have a conversation. Food arrived fairly quickly. Congee - rice with fried garlic bits, nice flavor Calamari - very mild dipping sauce Beef Skewers - marinated served with peanut sauce, cilantros, and pickled onions Rice ball - crispy shell in delicious coconut curry Crispy spring rolls - tasty summer roll deep fried Cod - sauce was full of flavor

Wow- the food here is incredible. I highly recommend the tofu dish especially. Best meal we've had in Palm Springs. The cocktails were also strong. You will wait so be prepared for that, but worth it. There are also two different sections of the restaurant- a restaurant and lounge. We were in the restaurant which had a good vibe.

This was by far our best meal while visiting Palm Springs, 1000% worth the wait if there is a line! All the food was incredible and the drinks were delicious! Super cool restaurant on the inside just off downtown, the staff were all super friendly. Cannot recommend this restaurant enough and you should definitely stop by!

When we got to the restaurant at 4:30pm a line was already building up. Luckily we got there early enough that we were 3rd in line. Every time we would try to eat there there was a 30-40min wait. Ambiance of the restaurant was very cozy, a touch of Vietnamese culture around the restaurant. Our server, Jasmin, was very nice, attentive and genuine. She would always check on us if we needed anything even though she had multiple tables to take care of. And she did a great job of taking care of us. She even volunteered to take a picture of us when she saw that we were trying to get a selfie, which we are very thankful for! Food was excellent! It was very tasty and flavorful. Most of the dishes that we ordered had a sweet flavor incorporated into it but it was not overly sweet, it was just right. And of course they had the complimentary rice porridge to start that was a nice warm and tasty appetizer to our tummy to start our dinner. Definitely recommend and would definitely come back!

We have been going here for years. Service is very rushed during Modernism week. Everything arrives at once. Turnover. Fast food style.

First, please be aware that they do not take reservations. It's walk-in only and you cannot call ahead as they don't answer the phone. Also, the bar is only for the walk-in's so you can't hang out at the bar while you're waiting. Also, you will put your name in when you arrive - they won't take your cell phone to page you so I'd suggest staying within ear shot. It only took about 30 min for a table for two. The service and food were amazing! I have a shellfish allergy and they were very accommodating. I would highly recommend and it is definitely worth the wait!

We went to Rooster and The Pig for a date night on vacation because we heard great things about the vibes and food! The host and the server were both so friendly and helpful! We went at about 6:30 pm on a Friday and were able to get in in about 15 minutes. We ordered the crispy egg rolls, curry ball, and crispy beef noodles. All of them were so so so good and had lots of flavor! I would recommend them all. My husband liked the crispy beef noodles the most. For the drinks we got the yellow lotus and high ball. I really liked the yellow lotus, but I don't think we would get the highball again. It came in a can which we were not aware of before ordering! Overall would highly reccomend it!

This place was recommended by Wander and I thought, "oh! a Vietnamese restaurant in Palm Springs!?" So we decided to come around 5:30, there was already a 30 min wait. It was packed! So we decided to wait it out. The ambiance is very cute with minimal design. Complimentary congee was decent with light flavors 8/10. This is very elevated Vietnamese food with different naming conventions. Let's start with the egg rolls, crispy; yes. Filling; too much lemongrass flavor imo. Nuoc mam; was decent. Overall 7/10. Crispy beef; Is basically chow mein with beef. Luckily the flavor was there. 6/10. Pork noodles (recommended by our server) was mehhhhhh, my noodles were way too Al dente. 5/10 for overall flavor The jasmine salad (not pictured) was by far the best dish here. It was refreshing and different 9/10. I would give this place another try but would try other items on the menu. Idk if I'd wait another 30 mins tho.

Rooster and the pig's take on Vietnamese cuisine successfully bridges tradition and modernity. All dishes and cocktails we tried were delicious, would return for a date night!

Honestly disappointed. Hyped as one of the best restaurants in the country. Busy restaurant, but not too loud. Wait was fairly quick (about 75 minutes). Process is efficient. Service was ok, waters were never refilled, orders taken quickly, food came, no follow up or check in. Flavors were lacking, needing more. Has its place in Palm Springs culinary scene, but no as special as I hoped.

My son and I finally got mom here. She was so excited because she wanted the crab and fried fish my son and I had last time. Well,the server said they always change the menu so you never know what they have. . This time we had a real hard time finding anything to order. The egg rolls were way over cooked and the wings were tasteless . The salad and the cod was tasty. The beef was bland as well. The cod was good but really small for $28. Thank goodness for the white rice or we would have had to go to another restaurant to get full since we were not allowed to order more . I don't like the dining concept where you have to order everything at once so that they can have a fast turn over. This is the major reason for the two stars. We were still hungry because the portions were small and I would have ordered more but they don't allow it. Also they don't have desert either. Also, she brought everything out really fast. All the tables who came in at 5 were pretty much done and out by 6:00. For 209 dollars for three of us and still leaving not completely full.on top of the so so food, I will not be back.

We used to love this place, but it's been a few years since we've been here. It was always a must when visiting Palm Springs for us. This last time, we were disappointed in the food quality and taste. The veggies were wilted and dried out when brought out to us and everything was extremely salty. We still enjoyed the congee and the service was great. Unfortunately we didn't enjoy any of the dishes we ordered. Hoping it was an off nig

What a little gem in downtown Palm Springs! If you're looking for unique flavors and tons of flavor explosions, this is the spot. Make sure you go family style. 1) Congee - complimentary and a great way to get your palette for what's to come! 2) Fried Calamari - Cooked nicely and SEASONED TO PERFECTION. 3) Shrimp & Pork Fresh Rolls - nothing too special but extremely fresh 4) Shaking Beef - MUST GET. Extremely tender and flavorful. The sauce is a little thicker - but I wouldn't change a single thing. The salad was nice palate freshener every once in a while 5) Sweet Potato Noodle - my favorite dish of the night.. chewy noodles with a little kick. Another thicker sauce option, but again - wouldn't change a thing 6) Pork Fried Rice - great fried rice 7) DRINKS - these were yummy! Everyone at their table enjoyed (we tried pretty much all of them). Only thing I wish was elevated was the presentation This is a tiny spot (maybe 50 person capacity), so make sure to get here early. We got here at 5 minutes after opening and it was already packed. FYI no reservations.

Chefs kiss! Ahhhmazing service and food. You gotta go and go early because there will be a line.

The service was great--our server was warm, attentive, and made sure we had a great experience. However, based on the reviews, I had higher expectations for the food. While it was decent, it didn't quite live up to what I was hoping for.

This was our favorite restaurant we went to during our two week stay in Palm Springs. Everything on the menu we've tried is great, but the wings, fresh rolls, shaking beef, lemongrass pork noodles, and caramelized chicken were standouts! I recommend arriving early, as there is usually a line before they open!

We had takeout a few years ago during COVID and solidly enjoyed the meal so thought we would go back on a recent birthday weekend visit to Palm Springs. It's certainly busy with long waits (we arrived just after opening and unfortunately missed the first seating, so had to wait about 45 minutes on a Sunday) and the food was decent, but still had room for improvement. The biggest issue we had was with our waitress who steadfastly refused to provide any advice whatsoever as to their menu: "What are your favorite things?" "Everything is good." "Do you think this is a good amount of food if we're moderately hungry? "I don't know how much you eat." "What do you think between x and y dishes?" "I can't tell you, I don't know if you prefer fish or chicken." Finally, we expressed we didn't like dishes that were particularly sweet yet two of the dishes we ordered were quite sweet with no comment about that from our waitress. Overall this was just a disappointing experience, especially for a birthday, and given our prior enjoyment of their food. Oh, and they didn't have any desserts in case that matters to you.

We came across some great reviews and decided to give it a try. The food was absolutely amazing! Every dish was a delight--from the complimentary congee soup to the incredibly satisfying cabbage salad. The jumbo shrimp and pork belly fried rice were spot on! We left feeling completely full but completely satisfied. The service was quick, and although we waited about 20 minutes for a table, the ambiance was pleasant enough that we hardly noticed. Our attention was all on the food. You definitely need to check this place out!

Came here during Labor Day weekend, super busy but since there was only 2 of us the wait wasn't too long. The heat outside was crazy but the AC inside definitely made it worth the wait! Loved the congee they provided us and the food was well seasoned with lots of flavor! Definitely recommend this place is you are in the area!

Wow, easily 5 stars! We heard that this was one of the best restaurants to go to in Palm Springs and it did not disappoint. I didn't know what to expect as it's in a strip mall and you could easily miss it if you were just driving by. We got there right at 5pm and had our choice of sitting on the patio with heat lamps or inside. Though I usually prefer outdoor seating, we opted for the inside for its date night, hip vibes. The food is delicious! They start you off with congee rice stewed to perfection. I had the shrimp & pork spring rolls and they were some of the best I've ever had (inclusive of upscale restaurants to street vendors!). The main courses come with white rice and we got the eggplant and black cod. The cod was on the smaller end, so we shared and between the two rice congee soups, one spring roll appetizer, and two main dishes, it was enough for two people for a filling meal. They don't take reservations nor cash, so be prepared, but it's worth it!

Got so lucky the wait was not too long, the food is so fresh with great combination of flavors. We loved our crispy spring rolls, Thai salad and curry chicken balls. Cannot wait to return

Friendly service, dog friendly patio, tasty food! We went on a Sunday night. We were staying right across the parking lot at the Dunes Hotel and thank goodness for that cause we saw from our hotel that a line was already forming before the restaurant opened so luckily we were able to join the late to get seated with the first round of diners otherwise it seemed like a decent wait after that. They don't take reservations. We enjoyed all the dishes we ordered- standouts were crispy Vietnamese rolls- don't think I've had Vietnamese spring rolls crispy like this before but it was delicious and wonderfully crispy. Tea leaf salad was refreshing and crunchy. Shaken beef was flavorful. Pork belly fried rice was cooked wonderfully. The sauce on the prawns was phenomenal! The complimentary congee that they provided at start of the meal was delicious and great way to start the meal. The only thing that we didn't like so much was that it feels like they could've been a bit more transparent about the rice- not listed on the menu but turns out white rice was not included with the entrees and our waitress kept asking if we wanted more rice like it was included so we were a bit surprised to see we were charged for each bowl of rice on the check (I think it was $4-5 per bowl?). Fine to charge for it if that's how they want to do the pricing but just feel like that should either be listed on the menu or at least a heads up by the waitress.

Justin was so attentive and had great recommendations. Everything was so delicious! Including the complimentary congee.

This place was amazing. Good service, nice staff, and excellent food. We didn't make a reservation ahead of time and there was just a 5 min wait for two plus a baby. They have two restaurants side by side and both are different. You can reserve on either side. The vegetarian options were very tasty and flavorful. Even the salad with avocado and yuzu was amazing. Bold flavors but very unique. Had a great time. Free parking on site.

Second time at the resto, and just as excited to go this round for a short vacay in the desert. Starter porridge is always good. We also ordered dumplings, fried rice, a couple of cocktails and no dessert, because they don't serve it. Still no resy, and we managed to score a table for three with minimal wait on a holiday weekend - not bad. Parking onsite is limited, but street parking available. Service was attentive, so we appreciated the check ins. Tummy felt happy and content upon leaving.

Rooster and the pig was an amazing experience. We started with two really delicious drinks and the Vietnamese crispy rolls. The crispy rolls were so good and a perfect appetizer plate. I had the shaking beef on recommendation from the server. It was delicious, the meat the so tender and flavorful with just a touch of spice. Would definitely recommend this to anyone in Palm Springs.

This was one of the places we saved for fusion Asian Vietnamese food. Some dishes hit the mark where others were average. Pork belly fried rice, tea leaf salad, & Curry cod were my favs. Crispy spring rolls were very hard and we felt were overcooked and the noodle dish was nothing special. Complimentary individual bowls of congee aka jook were a nice touch. Vibrant scene and definitely a people watching place. This place sorta reminds me of The Pig and the Lady in Honolulu Chinatown which I give a slight nod in favor of this place however I would come back here again but order some other dishes.

Go early, go hungry. Food and drinks are top notch. Service is friendly and casual, but all business. Not a place to linger, but a place to go back to because the meal will linger in your memory.

Well, in short, we were disappointed. We looked forward to a delicious dinner, assuming that the long wait meant great food. It's just not. We ordered eight/nine different items. While pretty, not one was outstanding or memorable tasting. Each course is brought way too quickly. The tables are small. We wolfed down our food, because there was so little space. The service was prompt. Server dumped a drink on table into dish, adding to the cramped, loud and very busy vibe. Whole experience in no way worth what we spent, frankly. Wouldn't recommend or return.

If you are POC or WOC and enjoy experiencing racist and sexist belittling behavior by a restaurant host, then Flo (Florentino, host wearing an orange shirt on Wednesday 3/19) is your guy. While other parties received waittime estimates, he responded to our same query aggressively and rudely. He then intentionally skipped over our party for seating and arbitrarily seated another group, despite having mentioned previously that we would be seated at "the next table". His belittling tone continued ("I can do this all night"). The only difference between our group and all the others is that we were non-white. It seems like this kind of hosting behavior is an ongoing "feature" (e.g., https://maps.app.goo.gl/UyGdagVVjFwgWYTY9). Disappointing to see at a restaurant celebrating the owner's Vietnamese heritage. The meal and service team otherwise were solid. The date and pork roll was an innovative take. The Jasmine tea leaf salad was reminiscent of a Burmese tea leaf salad, though it was a bit bland at points. The chicken panko curry roll featured a very flavorful curry which one needs to add to the panko-encrusted rice for savory flavor. The highlight, however, was the tiger prawn and stewed tomato dish--a creative pairing with excellent flavor. Our waitress was matter-of-fact, efficient, and helpful. Food: 4-4.5 Service: 1 (due to the incredible and unwarranted aggression by the host)

HEADLINE: I'll have Jasmine with my Jasmine! THE GOOD ° Relaxed vibe restaurant with extremely nice and talkative servers ° Unique flavors not offered anywhere in Palm Springs and not generally found elsewhere ° Complimentary Congee (porridge/soup) ° Spring Rolls (pictured) - Extremely good, only second to my sister in laws ;) - PRO TIP, scrape the bottom of the peanut sauce, the actual peanuts sink to the bottom ° Tea Leaf Salad (pictured) - Refreshing with a nice depth of flavor ° Lemongrass Pork (pictured) - The highlight of the meal for me! - Really powerful lemongrass flavor without any noticeable chunks of lemongrass THE BAD ° Drink prices - Really makes you reconsider getting a second one... - Wish the Ube cocktail, as seen in other pictures, was still offered. Was a bummer to not see it on the menu THE UGLY ° Nothing to note Other notes: ° Kid friendly ° Expect a wait - was already half full at opening and a wait-list within 30 min

We started off with the complimentary Congee! It was really delicious and reminded me of arroz caldo. Then I had the panko Crusted Chicken Stuffed Curry Ball which was perfectly crisp with a subtle sweetness. It was surrounded by this delicious curry sauce that was divine! I would suggest either getting it as an entree or sharing it as an appetizer for the table. I always love to find unique items that you can't get anywhere else. It's the best item on the whole menu!! You definitely will have a memorable experience!! Love love love it!! I also tried the 5 spice roasted chicken which was really great but that panko Crusted Chicken Stuffed Curry Ball was the star of the show!! We had about a 35 min wait on a Saturday night which wasn't bad at all. The service was great!

Outstanding value and world class Vietnamese fusion presentation. Cocktails were unique as well! We've recommended to multiple friends.

Excellent Cod. Delicious sauce Overall menu has nice take on classic dishes. Would have liked to see some variation of Pho.

We don't go to Palm Springs often, but when we do, we eat at Rooster and the Pig! Everything is perfect about this restaurant. Incredible food, great vibe, excellent service. A true gem.