Phin & Bowl
304 S 3rd St, San Jose, CA
Crema's Take
“This beloved San Jose mom-and-pop spot welcomes you like family, with a genuinely warm atmosphere that survived the pandemic and earned itself a thoughtful refresh. Beyond their exceptional Vietnamese food and fresh banh mi, they've expanded into specialty drinks including boba and fruit beverages, plus matcha tea and traditional coffee drinks that pair perfectly with their light fare. The cozy, clean seating and free wifi make it an ideal neighborhood gathering place where the owners clearly know your name—or will by your second visit.”
What to expect
Strong matcha and tea selection. A slow-sit spot, good for meetings. Light food on the menu.
Google Reviews
Very cozy Mom and Pop place! Seating area is nice and clean. They looked closed from the outside cause the doors are closed, but it’s open. They have free wifi so I think this would be a nice area to studyyyy. Wifi on their wall. I got the Soursop tea. The sweetness was a…
I absolutely love this restaurant. It is the best Vietnamese food that I have ever had! It feels like I am a guest in their home and my husband and I feel like we know the family. We come here at least once a week and are always treated with the utmost kindest utmost love to the…
This place survived Covid, that should tell you enough. Apparently the restaurant changed ownership, but kept the same style with a nice little facelift! More focus on banmie and boba/fruit drinks, while keeping the original decor and history! The restaurant has a nice modern…
They have the best quality of food here you can think of! Everything is so fresh and well marinated with flavors. The owners are so kind and accommodating to my friends and I! Helped all our needs!
Thank you for a perfect Saturday evening. The Hoagie was super amazing. From the time I walked in, I was welcomed and assisted to choose the best Hoagie. The gentleman at the door and the counter were very polite, and chef is remarkably friendly. After a short walk home, I…
Crema Reviews
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