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Best Cheap Eats Vietnamese in Pasadena

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Food Quality 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5
Consistency 5
Cultural Relevance 5

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Master Critic Review

Ginger And Spice Noodle & Grill 7.9
Pasadena
Family-owned Vietnamese cafe since 2009 in Playhouse Village, blending traditional pho with American breakfast offerings. The restaurant features kid's artwork on walls and serves everything from morning burritos to evening vermicelli bowls with consistent quality.
Must-Try Dishes: Bun Bo Hue Spicy Lemongrass Soup, Grilled Beef Vermicelli, Vietnamese Iced Coffee
Scores:
Value: 7.8 Service: 8.2 Consistency: 8.3 Food Quality: 8 Atmosphere: 7.2 Cultural Relevance: 7.6
What makes it special: All-day breakfast meets authentic Vietnamese in one menu
Who should go: Families and quick lunch seekers near downtown
When to visit: Mid-afternoon to avoid lunch rush
What to order: Pho special, vermicelli bowls, spring rolls combo
Insider tip: Order online for curbside pickup to skip the wait

Hours

Monday10:30am - 9pm
Tuesday10:30am - 9pm
Wednesday10:30am - 9pm
Thursday10:30am - 9pm
Friday10:30am - 9pm
Saturday10:30am - 9pm
SundayClosed