Verified Asian restaurant

Chào XO Kitchen

National CityClosed nowOpens tomorrow 11:00 AM

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Chào XO Kitchen is listed on FindALoco in National City, CA with address, phone, website, hours, and map location. Common services and related keywords include Asian Restaurant.

Chào XO Kitchen is a popular Asian restaurant in National City, CA, celebrated for its vibrant menu that combines authentic Vietnamese flavors with creative, modern twists. Located at 1420 E Plaza Blvd Ste D-05, this spot has earned a strong 4.6 rating from 368 reviews, reflecting its reputation for delicious food and welcoming service. Whether you're a local or just visiting, it's a must-try destination for anyone craving quality Asian cuisine in a friendly setting.

The menu at Chào XO Kitchen features a range of signature dishes that keep customers coming back. Guests frequently praise the pho, especially the innovative birria pho and the comforting pork belly pho. For those seeking plant-based options, the vegan pho is a standout choice. The drinks are equally impressive, with the ube horchata, egg coffee, and mango calamansi juice highlighted as refreshing and flavorful. Start your meal with appetizers like the spring rolls, served in unique sushi-style portions, for a delightful beginning.

The atmosphere at this Asian restaurant in National City, CA is warm and efficient. Reviews often note the quick service, making it ideal for a leisurely lunch or a casual dinner with friends. While some mention that service can vary during peak times, the overall vibe is inviting and relaxed, perfect for enjoying a meal without rush. The staff is generally attentive, contributing to a pleasant dining experience that feels both authentic and comfortable.

Chào XO Kitchen is great for a variety of diners. Families will love the diverse menu, which offers something for everyone, from hearty noodle dishes to sweet treats. Groups of friends can explore unique fusion creations like the birria pho, while food enthusiasts will appreciate the innovative twists on classic Vietnamese fare. It's also a wonderful spot for those looking to unwind with a delicious drink, such as the egg coffee, in a laid-back environment.

Open from Monday to Tuesday and Thursday to Sunday, 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM (closed on Wednesdays), Chào XO Kitchen invites you to experience its culinary delights. Stop by to taste why this Asian restaurant in National City, CA has become a local favorite, offering a memorable blend of tradition and creativity that's sure to satisfy your cravings.

Ratings & Reviews

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Kristina Bolt
9h ago

Really good pho broth. And the drinks!!! Loved the drinks. Both appetizers were also tasty. Quick service. We went during a weird time so we were the only ones there which was nice. But definitely a solid spot I want to try the other noodle dishes!

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Gilded Travelers
9h ago

Very tasty dishes from the kare curry to the phở. Previous reviews warned about small drink and meal portion sizes so I made sure to ask for easy ice in my ube horchata. Nonetheless, it was delicious, as was the egg coffee. To start, we ordered the spring rolls, which are cut into sushi sizes. I do hate when places do this because the food falls out easily and it ends up being less portions that if we’d ordered two spring rolls from a normal restaurant. The phở bowls overall were good portion sizes as a whole. However, they had a little less meat than we’re used to. For example, the meatballs weren’t cut into sushi sizes half like other places so it. They were cut into slivers. My meatball phở was yummy though. We also had the Anthony Bourdain special where the meat was tasty, but not plentiful. Price tag was $20, but I’d say it was worth maybe more like $17.50. All in all, this place gets full stars on food quality. Also full stars on service. I asked the server for easy ice on my horchata and she must’ve remembered that. Because when she refilled my water, she made sure to avoid getting ice into the glass. Very thoughtful because I have sensitive teeth! In terms of quantity I’d give it four stars. Atmosphere four stars. I liked the look. The alt indie music was meh, but boy were the booth seats uncomfortable. My bum hurt at the end and the plants kept poking me, and I’m short! Despite the little complaints I give this place 4 stars (would be more like 4.4 if I could be precise). We will come back again when we’re in the area next to try more dishes. Thank you for the great service!

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Bruce Ascencio
9h ago

WOW!! amazing! I love this place. The birria pho was phenomenal! As a Mexican that knows pho super well. I highly approve and recommend this place! The Uber coffee was amazing! Gave me Hawaii trip flashbacks a

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A. L.
9h ago

I got the vegan pho, others at my table got the birria pho, mango sago, and the pork belly pho. I also got the mango calamansi juice and that was delicious. The food and drinks were delicious and came out pretty quickly. However our server was slow and disappeared while we were trying to pay the bill and we had to flag down another server. It wasn't packed in the restaurant because we came after the lunch rush and had two empty tables next to us. Maybe they were short staffed? Idk but the slow/lacking service wasn't optimal, we also had to ask for the standard accoutrements for the pho since they provided only one plate for 3 bowls of pho (e.g. Thai basil, limes, bean sprouts etc). The food is really good but I would order takeout if I were to eat here again because it took a while. I love the fusion idea, the different flavours worked nicely together.

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dung luong
9h ago

This is my first time coming here because their social media works well and I like the Uber Matcha that I had, the Egg coffee is not as trong as Vietnamese coffee and it's sweeter like American's, that's fine it's still complimentary. The garlic noodles could be more salty I had never had any pasta/noodles tastes sweet like theirs and I thought it could be better. Calamari is fine, like their sauces with both, but the coats fell out it's not very well coated. The lady staff is very nice, if there's another chance that I come back again although I live far away that's their ambience and nice customer service.

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