Buon Me Cafe
1111 Story Rd, San Jose, CA
Crema's Take
“Buon Me Cafe brings authentic Vietnamese street food to San Jose with a modern sensibility, earning particular praise for their crispy banh mi and generous portions of traditional dishes like bun thit nuong. The staff here genuinely cares—customers rave about their friendliness and willingness to go the extra mile, creating a welcoming atmosphere that's perfect for lingering over coffee or matcha tea. Whether you're stopping by for their specialty drinks or settling in for a leisurely meal, this spot captures the spirit of Vietnamese dining with fresh ingredients and a warmth that keeps people coming back.”
What to expect
Strong matcha and tea selection. A slow-sit spot, good for meetings. Light food on the menu.
Google Reviews
Came here twice during our visit. Loved everything we ordered! The banh mi was supper crispy outside and soft inside. They didn’t have much vegetarian options on the menu but we were able to order tofu with stir fried noodles and vegetables (off menu). Staff were accommodating…
Great food and excellent customer service. I forgot to pick up my to-go order and live quite far away, but the cashier was incredibly kind and helpful in assisting me with a refund. The food quality is always good, and the service made the experience even better.
We only ordered bún đậu mắm tôm. We got the biggest portion, which I think was meant for four people, but it was a lot of food, and it came out to around $80 or a little more, so not bad at all. The food was quite good too; it's above average. I would come back to try more…
Buon Me Cafe in SJC offers a modern twist on Vietnamese street food with standout dishes like their assorted selections of bánh mì and coffee flavors. The vibe here feels authentic with the traditional decor. Their coffee is a must-try! The service was good as the server kept…
The food was fresh and staffs were so friendly. Very authentic Viet food. This restaurant was the first spot of my CA trip and did not disappoint!!! Highly recommend the bun thit nuong and nem cua be. They also have a good variety of traditional drinks that you can try. I think…
Crema Reviews
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