Nam Thanh Bánh Canh 3 Miền

The broth here is super thick! Also recommended using a napkin bib unless you're an impeccable noodle eater who never splashes. Bánh canh cua (crab udon) was super filling, had to keep adding in lemon juice they offer on the side to help cut through the rich broth flavor a bit. Overall tasty, but definitely come hungry since it's a very filling meal.

I feel like Carl's Jr gets slept on a lot. Had it for the first time in 6 years and it was so good.

Didnt actually get to meet Carl Jr when i visited but I'm hoping he is there the next time I go. Seems like a good guy.

Absolutely delicious, and I'd recommend giving it a shot if you're in the area and you like seafoody noodle dishes.

We were originally hankering for some chicken pho, but the line was a bit long, so we gave this place a chance. They did not disappoint! Fast service, with a fairly sizeable plate of noodles per order. The Banh Canh 3 Mien is a standout dish, with chewy noodles and a taste somewhat reminiscent of Bun Rieu, but with thicker soup and chewier noodles. They do speak enough English to make ordering relatively easy, which is good for anyone who isn't super fluent in vietnamese. It is cash only however, so be prepared.

Awesome spot for bánh canh in San Jose.

I personally don't like when people call bánh canh "Vietnamese udon." Udon is made from wheat flour. Bánh canh noodles are made from tapioca and rice flour. Moreover, they're of completely different textures and taste widely different. To call it "udon" is a disgrace to Vietnamese cuisine.

I usually get the #5 (banh canh cua dac biet - $15.75) with crab, shrimp, and pork knuckle. The broth is here is thiccc and pork-y. Ain't nothing like a pork knuckle in a savory soup broth. Also, a side of chao quay/you tiao/Chinese donut is typically eaten with banh canh - it costs $3 here.

Amazing family-owned spot in San Jose serving the best banh canh!

My favorite Vietnamese restaurant for Banh Canh. I always ordered Banh Canh Cha Ca Nha Trang, my favorite dish ever! My husband love Banh Canh Ba Mien. We go here about once a week 😁

Rich and savory love the banh canh cua here. The Chinese doughnut can be a little more fresh.

Food is good. Service was good and the seating area was clean. You can get a large drink for 1.49.