Nguyen's Kitchen

Dangerously Delicious!Listen, I don't know what kind of sorcery they put in the bulgogi bowl, but it has me in a chokehold. The meat? Nicely seasoned. The rice? Fluffy and plentiful. The veggies? veggies are so fresh, they probably still think the world is a kind and gentle place. Every bite is a perfect balance of flavor, and by the time I finish, I'm not just full--I'm questioning all my life choices that led me to NOT eating this sooner.They are super fast and it's right next to Pur bowls if you happen to get a sweet tooth (doubtful though because you'll be absolutely stuffed by the end)Worth it? Absolutely. Am I coming back? Try and stop me.

I ordered Nguyen's Kitchen for the first time earlier this week, 2/4/2025.I got the following delivered (prices via the Postmates app and as of 2/2025)!:Crawfish Pasta - $16.95 - YummyIt was very delicious - even though we didn't eat it immediately! The pasta has chunky crawfish, spicy sausage, house tomatoes, and cream marinara sauce. This has a slightly smokey flavor from the sausage, and the crawfish didn't taste too fishy. When my husband and I took a bite, our eyes lit up because we didn't think it would be this tasty! Of course keep in mind that this dish is pretty oily/buttery, but I loved the sauce and the texture of pasta was still al dente (not soggy) I definitely and highly recommend for those who like a seafood pasta!Peach & Lychee Green Tea - $5.45I didn't get to try this, but my husband enjoyed it. However, he said he didn't taste much peach flavor - just lychee.Popcorn Chicken - $6.45- My husband said there weren't many pieces, and it wasn't flavorful. I would not recommend ordering this. My review is five stars, primarily due to the crawfish pasta, so I'd consider returning and ordering again!

[4.5 stars] - i got the garlic noodles and it was good, but at some point, i feel as if it was missing something. moreover, i got the grilled pork with it and it was delicious and reminded me of how my mom seasons it the same way! they also have a special soft green sauce that i actually liked, idk if yall would like it tho cause im not picky.service: pretty okay! they seemed busy.ambiance: there's a pur bowl (acai dessert place) literally connected to their building, so if ur feeling that you can get it after!! overall, ambiance was chill.

Nguyen's Kitchen is a modern Vietnamese eatery with multiple locations across Southern California. This location in Orange is next to the CHOC Main Campus and has a small parking lot. Like they advertise, they are "open crazy late" until 2:30am everyday.GRILLED PORK SANDWICH ($10.95) - this was a standard banh mi and the pork was good. 4/5GARLIC NOODLES ($15.95) - we ordered this with bulgogi steak which was good. The noodles, on the other hand, were not. They were more like spaghetti noodles and we were not fans. We would've much more preferred egg noodles which has more bite and chew. 3/5CAJUN GARLIC FRIES ($5.95) - there was a decent amount of garlic and seasoning, and I was glad that they were skinny fries. The portions were also good as they almost filled up the platter. 3.5/5All three of the dishes came with their house spicy green sauce which went well on everything! We also got the peach and lychee green tea ($4.95) which was really tea-forward and refreshing. I surprisingly really enjoyed the drink and would definitely come back to get it again.

This isn't a big restaurant, so be aware that parking and indoor seating is limited. Our late night meal was under $75 and included: the NK wings, garlic noodles with grilled pork, garlic noodles with chicken, a bulgogi steak bowl, and two green milk teas.These wings are the perfect addition to a shared meal. They're perfectly crispy without being excessively oily. The sweet shoyu and spicy herby sauces are both delicious additions. The garlic noodles here are quite tasty, but could go heavier on the garlic!The entire meal was satisfying and it's so nice to have a place that opens so late.

I was casually searching for a Vietnamese restaurant in the neighborhood that has outdoor patio seating, so I could bring my furry friend along. That's when Nguyen's Kitchen popped up in the search results.Located in Orange, CA, Nguyen's Kitchen shares a convenient parking lot with Pur Bowls next door. The service is fast and friendly - simply place your order at the counter, and your food will be ready in no time!The cashier recommended trying their special dishes, and since there were only three options, we decided to order all of them.Garlic Noodles with Grilled Pork: A garlic lover's dream come true! The strong garlic butter sauce complemented the noodles perfectly, topped with tender and juicy grilled pork.Crawfish Pasta: Although the portion size was a bit smaller, the flavors were incredibly rich. This dish was a surprise favorite, featuring baby crawfish, sausage, and al dente pasta.Grilled Pork Noodles: A classic Vietnamese dish done right! The flavors were well-balanced, and the grilled pork was cooked to perfection.The outdoor patio area was clean and well-maintained, although its proximity to the parking lot made it a bit less ideal. However, as a dog owner, I appreciated the welcoming atmosphere.Overall: If I'm ever in the neighborhood again, I'll definitely be back! Nguyen's Kitchen has earned itself a loyal customer.

My bf and I come here every now & then, and every time we visit, we always leave satisfied.Parking: They're located in a small corner plaza with limited parking. You can probably get lucky with a spot because there's constant people coming in n out. Free parking lot.Ambiance/Environment: They have a shared space with Pur Bowls next door. Their side is also small with a decent amount of seating. It accommodates groups of all sizes. It can be a bit tight.Service: The cashier is very courteous, patient, and efficient. Throughput did take a while. We ordered 4 food items, and it took 16 min for us to receive our order.What we ordered:1) NK Slider Burgers - These sliders were definitely flavorful. The grilled onions and mushrooms were delicious. The beef patties were also cooked well.2) Cajun Garlic Fries - I paired this with the sliders. I felt there was a bit more garlic than Cajun seasoning. I still enjoyed the fries though I prefer the seasoning to be balanced.3) Garlic Chicken Breast Sandwich - There was a generous amount of garlic cream sauce. I need to know what they put in this sauce bc it's like crack. The chicken was cooked well, and the baguette had a perfect crunch. 4) Bulgogi Steak Bowl - This was bigger and more filled than we thought. We appreciated the amount of meat. The sauce on the side gave it extra flavor.5) Peach & Lychee Green Tea - I looove this drink! It's sooo refreshing! The lychee flavor definitely overpowers the peach, but I love lychee so it's okay lol!Pricing: Prices are decent $$ for the amount you get. I'd say it's worth it. We enjoyed everything and always leave fulfilled & satisfied!

We ordered take out through their website. Food was ready when scheduled.We had a pork banh mi & a pork rice bowlVery generous with the pickled veggies on both.Had a bit of a fusion take. The biggest pro is they're open late night, even on weekdays.

Definitely a modern/fusion take on Vietnamese food. We were on the hunt for a banh mi around 9 on a Thursday near Irvine and this popped up. Glad they have such late hours as a lot of the other banh mi places were closed.We got the grilled chicken banh mi. All the flavors inside the sandwich were good. Chicken was well seasoned (love the lemongrass!) and tender. The veggies were plentiful, fresh and had a little crunch. The only let down was the bread. VERY soft and no crust or crunch at all. And they put it in a circular tin for takeaway orders which holds condensation as well.It's counter service so you order at the register, they give you a number and you wait for them to call your name. We waited about 10 minutes and we could see them making the sandwiches fresh.

Out of the handful of locations I've tried, this is hands down my favorite. Although I always get my order to go, I am always met with a smile. I typically ask for extra green sauce (which I'll talk about later) and the cashier happily obliges, unlike other places who tend to passive-aggressively shame me.If you love garlic, then get the garlic noodles with your choice of protein. If you're looking for a saucy protein, then get the garlic chicken breast, it comes with mushrooms. I stick with the house marinated chicken, which has just a touch of lemongrass, but the garlic is really the star. The teachers at my kids' school always compliments his lunch, when we pack the noodles, and rave over how deliciously garlic it smells.If you like a bit of a kick, then ask for extra green sauce. This location makes it the best, with just the right balance of sweet and spice. You can either dip your noodles in the sauce or just go for it and drizzle it all over. It's a casual ambiance and perfect for a quick bite. It is conveniently located next to CHOC so I imagine they get a lot of foot traffic throughout the day. It's conveniently just off the freeway for me (22 and 5) so it's a quick grab and go. If you're in a pinch, place your order online!