Mai's Cafe: A Taste of Authentic Vietnamese Cuisine in Ventura, CA

First of all, I must say this is the best Pho and phenomenal Banh Xeo aka Vietnamese crepe in Ventura! I have been craving some pho since the weather these days have been a bit chilly and I just recently moved to Ventura. My friends and I decided to check this place out since it is newly renovated. We came and it's a medium sized place restaurant that feels cozy inside and the place is clean and new Worker greets you and seats you down and gives you the menu and take your drink. I was looking at the menu and Banh Xeo stood out from the menu... I was so tempted and since it's a new place I decided to try it. I ordered the crepe that came with shrimp, meat, bean sprouts and house special sauce. The combination crispy crepe, turmeric and of fresh ingridients with the fish sauce was amazing that really warmed my heart and soul. I also got one of their milk tea drink which was sweet and tasty and even better than any boba houses out there My friend ordered the special beef pho and it was amazing as one of the best Pho she has ever tried. Good amount of meat and flavorful soup combined with noodle and bean sprouts really hit the spot. Definitely we will be back more to try out other dishes. I would give it a 6 stars review if I could

Went here for lunch and was very pleased with the food. We tried a bunch of their items: spring rolls, pork meat loaf (special, not on the official menu), banh xeo / crepe, pho, mochi chicken, and a special plate with beef, sausage, and pork meat loaf. Everything was delicious. We went on the hottest day of the year, but they have AC, and it was cold enough inside that we decided to also get pho. The mochi chicken was good! But I have to say my absolute favorite was the banh xeo / Vietnamese crepe with shrimp and pork - it was perfectly crispy. We also ordered some Thai teas and lemonade, which was refreshing. They also have boba drinks here that I'd recommend too. :) Great place to eat in Ventura, CA!

Ate lunch outside, the half sandwich (bon me style) and pho is a great deal in particular. Everyone enjoyed their meal. 8 thumbs up!

Second time eating here, this place is great and very considerate when packing cold/hot food. Overall the quality was amazing the Kimchi, Pho and Bhan Mi are great as well as the chicken katsu and spring rolls and I can't wait to try the rest of their food.

So many delicious vegan options. The service was great. We got the vegetable pho with tofu and chow mein. Excited to come back to try more

Love this place. Used to go to Love Pho n More in Oxnard & Camarillo but will be coming here from now. The samba shrimp was delicious and the pho broth was so fresh and noodles perfectly cooked (not too soft or hard). Very clean and nice ambience! They have boba but it’s not on the menu.

Special thanks to William and Karen. They were very welcoming and their customer service was above and beyond. I used to come here as a kid since I lived down the street. It’s super clean, and has a nice updated look to the restaurant. It’s ...

We had the Quail and teriyaki plates... Fantastic food, then had the macaroni salad with curry (fantastic) salad, you get a small portion with your dinner plate so I ordered a bowl for a couple dollars.... Sooo good. A "must" stop if your passing through town. The Jasmine tea is brewed perfect here..