Nuoc Mia Vien Dong 2
919 Story Rd, San Jose, CA
Crema's Take
“This Vietnamese café has built a devoted following around their show-stopping pandan waffles, which deliver an addictive contrast of crispy exteriors and pillowy-soft centers infused with subtle coconut notes and just enough sweetness to keep you reaching for another bite. Beyond the waffles, they've mastered the art of fresh sugarcane juice in multiple creative variations, though the real magic happens when you experience the buzzing late-night energy of the shop packed with regulars who know exactly what they came for. Fair warning: the popularity means waits can stretch past 20 minutes during peak hours, but customers consistently agree it's worth every second.”
What to expect
Google Reviews
Ordered the pandan waffle and sugar cane juice. Both items were good! I personally loved the Pandan waffle, it has more of a bite and mochi consistency plus I can taste little coconut bits in it. I ended up coming back at 9pm the same day for another waffle after grabbing dinner.
Special sugarcane drinks, here has many types of drinks. I like original sugarcane, today I try it with medium size. I strongly suggest everyone should come here to try one time, then you will know what is amazing sugarcane drink.
Hands down the best pandan waffles in town! Crispy, crunchy waffle with a perfect soft pillowy touch of pandan. “Not too sweet” Is what you’ll say… before “I should’ve got more” sets in after you finish just 1. Buy more than you think… cause you’re gonna crave it when your at home on a late night.
Came here for the waffles because it smelled so good every time we walked past. The shop was so crowded even at late night, around 8:30pm. I had to agree the wait for waffles was really long, 20 minutes for one, while our other dessert had already been served just after 5 minutes. We ordered one Pandan waffle and one dessert drink (Tropical Fruits, Pandan Jelly and Red Tapioca). Both tasted good. I had no complaints for them.
1. Their waffles are amazing. Chewy, flavorful, I love the pandan and durian especially. The strawberry was intriguing but tastes a little too artificial. 2. Their sugarcane tasted like they’re not ripe enough, unfortunately. I was excited by the drink because it’s been awhile I haven’t had it but it was a little too grassy than it should. 3. Payment: when we came, they only accepted cash, which is unfortunate. This is where I got confused. the total was $31.xx and we gave $35 cash. She showed $1 and she said “ok?” I was like, “it should be $3.xx though?” And she then proceed to pull another $1 and looked at me. I was so confused that I walked her through the calculation and she finally gave me the full change. I’m super confused as to why was she planning to give me only $1 in the first place? The place was crowded with limited seating. There’s seating outside but boy it was cold.
Crema Reviews
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