We were in Kalamazoo for a weekend trip and wanted somewhere to stop for shopping and comfort food. After reading the reviews for Pacific Rim Foods and Cravings Deli, we decided to stop in and we're glad we did! Cravings Deli is inside Pacific Rim Foods, so make sure you check on those specific hours not to miss out! The food was delicious! The menu can seem a bit overwhelming, but any place with great banh mi is an instant favorite. Besides the regular menu, there was a small takeout section and seasonal/specials menu. I ended up ordering a special bubble tea, the banh mi and bao buns. Simply place your order at the counter with the cashier and wait for your order to be called. The food was made fresh and came out quickly and hot. The kitchen is open concept, so you can see them making the food, which is fun to watch. The banh mi was fantastic. The bread was soft, but held up to the amount of food and dressing stuffed into it. The meat was tender and easy to eat. I do think the cucumbers could have been julienne style for easy eating, like the carrots. The bao buns were soft and the consistency was perfect. The meat and seasonings were flavorful and so tender. The sautéed vegetables were great and adding to the flavor and filling. The portion sizes were bigger than expected, so there is the option to share or have leftovers. The bubble tea was great too, a little on the sweet side with the syrup I choose. The cups actually have a stopper for the straw opening, so you can take it to go in the car without worry of spilling.
Cravings Deli
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We were in Kalamazoo for a weekend trip and wanted somewhere to stop for shopping and comfort food. After reading the reviews for Pacific Rim Foods and Cravings Deli, we decided to stop in and we're glad we did! Cravings Deli is inside Pacific Rim Foods, so make sure you check on those specific hours not to miss out! The food was delicious! The menu can seem a bit overwhelming, but any place with great banh mi is an instant favorite. Besides the regular menu, there was a small takeout section and seasonal/specials menu. I ended up ordering a special bubble tea, the banh mi and bao buns. Simply place your order at the counter with the cashier and wait for your order to be called. The food was made fresh and came out quickly and hot. The kitchen is open concept, so you can see them making the food, which is fun to watch. The banh mi was fantastic. The bread was soft, but held up to the amount of food and dressing stuffed into it. The meat was tender and easy to eat. I do think the cucumbers could have been julienne style for easy eating, like the carrots. The bao buns were soft and the consistency was perfect. The meat and seasonings were flavorful and so tender. The sautéed vegetables were great and adding to the flavor and filling. The portion sizes were bigger than expected, so there is the option to share or have leftovers. The bubble tea was great too, a little on the sweet side with the syrup I choose. The cups actually have a stopper for the straw opening, so you can take it to go in the car without worry of spilling.
Heard about this place for the first time today so we came to try it out. Son wanted to try Pho (no tripe). He gives it 4.7 stars. I used the chop sticks for the first time with some success so I was happy. I tried his and we also got fresh, hot and crispy crab rangoons. Did a little shopping in the market before we ate too. I recommend the Raspberry Black Boba tea also.
Heard about this place for the first time today so we came to try it out. Son wanted to try Pho (no tripe). He gives it 4.7 stars. I used the chop sticks for the first time with some success so I was happy. I tried his and we also got fresh, hot and crispy crab rangoons. Did a little shopping in the market before we ate too. I recommend the Raspberry Black Boba tea also.
Friendly staff, nice range of options on the menu. Reasonably priced. I had the Cantonese Noodles with BBQ Pork. My food was hot and fresh, and I had plenty left over. The BBQ pork in my dish was a little chewy, but conquerable in small bites. Would definitely return, eager to try more menu items.