My Lai Kitchen - Venice

4.6
253 reviews

About

Vietnamese Restaurant

Location

My Lai Kitchen - Venice
12222 Venice Blvd., Los Angeles, CA
90066, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.6
253 reviews
5 stars
195
4 stars
31
3 stars
9
2 stars
8
1 star
10

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Food Quality

Customers frequently praised the freshness, flavor, and generous portions of the food, particularly the banh mi and build-your-own bowls.

Service Issues

Several reviews highlighted inconsistent service, including long wait times, order mix-ups, and poor customer service experiences.

Pricing Concerns

Some customers felt the prices were too high for the portion sizes, especially after recent changes to bowl sizes.

Cleanliness

There were multiple reports of cleanliness issues, including flies in the restaurant and unsanitary food handling practices.

Vegan Options

The availability of vegan options was well-received, with many customers appreciating the variety and quality of plant-based dishes.
  • JS
    Jeremy Snyder
    Nov 12, 2025
    5.0
    I love My Lai. The bows are so good. The guy working was great, maybe the best bowl i’ve ever had there.
  • GC
    Grace Cornelius
    Nov 4, 2025
    5.0
    Really good tofu vermicelli bowl!
  • TS
    THÉO SWERISSEN
    Oct 29, 2025
    5.0
    The food here is fresh, tastes great, portions are large. Fast casual. Definitely worthy of a weekly visit!
  • CC
    Candace Correa
    Oct 29, 2025
    5.0
    Love the food at My Lai. It's a neighborhood staple - always good food, quick service and a great healthy meal. I'm so happy it's in our neighborhood.
  • PD
    Patrick Darrow
    Oct 17, 2025
    5.0
    One of the better tasting banh mi in the area, reminiscent of Lee’s sandwiches before they went down hill — and also one of the most reasonably priced.

Frequently Asked Questions About My Lai Kitchen - Venice

What are the regular business hours for My Lai Kitchen - Venice?

My Lai Kitchen - Venice is open daily from 11:30 AM to 8:30 PM.

Is My Lai Kitchen - Venice open on July 4th?

No, My Lai Kitchen - Venice is closed on July 4th each year, including upcoming years.