Snails are common in Vietnamese cuisine and I’ve had them before as appetizers, but the coconut broth was a first. Out of curiosity, I tried the steamed obtuse horn snail in coconut ($11.95). They ended up being my favorite part of the meal: tangy and crispy as expected with just enough tamarind. The SJ fried chicken wings with tamarind sauce ($9.95) caught my eye, because they’re not the usual soy or salt and pepper version. I can never resist Asian-style chicken wings, as I am constantly on the hunt for the perfect wing. The sauce of the seafood masked any shortcomings in the rice. Roughly chopped garlic hunks were fried to add a fragrant aroma to the white rice. It’s a combination I prefer to clarified butter.Īll this salty and spicy protein needs a starch for balance, and the garlic rice ($5.95) is a nice compliment. Using plastic gloves to tear off the crawfish exoskeletons, we dipped the hard-earned tail meat into small plastic containers of salt, pepper and lime juice. But this wasn’t our first crawfish rodeo: we came prepared in clothes we didn’t mind dirtying. All of our membrane-thin plastic bibs, which come with a generic red lobster picture, broke at the straps. Like most Cajun-Vietnamese joints, SJ Crawfish serves their food in plastic bags by the pound, on top of a table covered with butcher paper, paper plates and plastic utensils. The combo provided more protein than an all-crawfish bag, thanks to the heavier shrimp, and the corn and sausage pieces soak up all the flavor, making for an interesting bite. Err on the conservative side with spice level selection, as the lowest level is still plenty hot. The crawfish meat was sweet and the seasoning was flavorful with a strong kick. Spice levels range from mild to very spicy with an option for increased habañero pepper. Among the other flavor choices were tamarind, pineapple, and SJ Style, which is all the above. We ordered our combo with Cajun seasoning at original-mild spice level. The Combo #1 ($36.99) contains one pound of crawfish, a pound of shrimp, another pound of mussels, two corn on the cobs, two potatoes and six pieces of sausage. The crawfish here are served in double plastic bags weighed out for portion size. Set in the same plaza on North Capitol Avenue as newly opened neighbor Pho Tick Tock, SJ Crawfish offers a spacious dining room suitable for large parties, which makes sense considering how crawfish are best enjoyed. SJ Crawfish is one of the latest to offer a crawfish boil menu. And while new restaurant growth has slowed, the cuisine still remains a favorite among young and old alike. San Jose has experienced a wave of new crawfish and Cajun restaurants over the last decade. When boiled with potatoes, Andouille sausage, corn, lots of butter and Cajun spices, they become a finger-food delicacy, best for social occasions. For the uninitiated, crawfish are tiny lobster-like crustaceans found in muddy waters. Definitely a must visit for all PHO lovers both locals and visitors.Break it in half and suck the head. Here's the cool part, the owners says hello at your table. There are plenty of parking, and the staff are just excellent. If you are looking for an authentic Vietnamese PHO experience with a fine dining experience with your friends and family, this is the place to be!! Pho Tick Tock is located off on N Capitol Ave/McGee Rd, right across Target (Capitol Square Mall).
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They also have a full bar including a wide selection of wines. Entertainment is provided during the weekends or special occasions. Another, is also their steak with garlic egg noodles. One order that is not to be missed is their Bun Bo Hue soup (spicy soup). Pho Tick Tock also offers a full menu for the Vietnamese dining experience. The broth was delicious and portions plentiful. It's a great deal and so good with bursting of flavors. I recommend ordering their PHO for two for only $28. You will notice the little detail with their decor, and love their Tick Tock theme. PHO Tick Tock is the new kid in the block, offering delicious PHO (Vietnamese Soup) in a fine dining experience with excellent service. Restaurants with Outdoor Seating in San Jose.Restaurants for Group Dining in San Jose.Mexican Restaurants for Families in San Jose.Asian Restaurants with Delivery in San Jose.African Restaurants for Lunch in San Jose.
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