Spice Kit - Palo Alto

Great food at reasonable prices, though the tabletops could use a good cleaning. If you're seeking a casual dining experience that’s a step up from McDonald's, this is the place for you!

This restaurant is just mediocre. The ingredients in each dish—whether it's the Vietnamese sandwich, the Thai noodle dish, or the Korean rice bowl—are all...

Asian Box on a budget. This spot offers a variety of toppings and meat/tofu choices similar to Asian Box, but I feel the flavors just don't quite measure up to the original.

I frequent both the Palo Alto and San Francisco locations of this restaurant. The service in San Francisco is a bit underwhelming, but since you order at the counter, it isn’t a major issue. In Palo Alto, the staff is much friendlier. The concept is similar to Chipotle, but with an Asian street food twist, offering options like bowls, wraps, and salads. The sous vide egg is a fantastic addition to any dish. The wrap is made with a large, sticky rice paper, which some people have found off-putting. It's best to enjoy the food hot, as I’ve found that ordering for delivery diminishes its appeal. And those steamed pork buns? I might just request them as part of my last meal—they're that good!

I enjoyed my visit! I strolled in around 12:40 on a weekday for lunch, and there was no line. I ordered a chicken salad and a Vietnamese iced coffee, and my food was ready right away. The food was great—very tasty! I got my meal to go but decided to eat there instead and only finished half, saving the rest for lunch tomorrow. I would definitely return for a quick and easy lunch.