Verdict: 4.7/5

On Nov. 9, I visited Mi-Sant to review their kitchen items, such as their special banh mi and their anticipated bulgogi kimchi fries.

The moment I walked into Mi-Sant, I was greeted by an employee at the front desk. The lines were quickly progressing through the kiosk, and I was able to order my food with an impressive time of five minutes. Although the kiosk ordering system was confusing to work around, having the ability to pick and choose every cuisine I wanted to try was quite the luxury. It was prime lunchtime for this restaurant, as I could see almost every table filled from the main dining area to the sunroom. My food was ready to be picked up after only 10 minutes. I was impressed with the speed of service even as the building was filled with customers.

I started with the highly anticipated and recommended bulgogi kimchi fries. The french fry portion of the dish was delicious, as it was still crunchy even with the mild sogginess from the kimchi and sriracha mayo. In the bulgogi beef, the saltiness overpowered the sweetness. This was a negative aspect of the dish, but the kimchi’s spice contributed to a fantastic combination for the dish. This was by far my favorite dish among the foods I have tried.

The special banh mi had excellent coordination in its multitude of different ingredients, including grilled pork, char siu pork and fried eggs. I did not know what to expect as I hadn’t tried banh mi with fried eggs. Although I was reluctant to try a different style, my first bite was delicious and filled with satisfaction. 

The satisfying experience I had while undergoing this review of Mi-Sant Kitchen & Bakery prompts me to recommend this restaurant to everyone. Both culinary dishes added to a total of $23.30. To have a truly satisfying experience, Mi-Sant can be pricey, but it is worth it. To total my full experience, I would rate Mi-Sant Kitchen & Bakery a 4.7/5. 

Verdict: 3.5/5

Nestled in the heart of Roseville, Mi-Sant Kitchen & Bakery offers a unique culinary experience. Mi-Sant specializes in creating fresh and baked goods, as well as a diverse menu inspired by Vietnamese cuisine. 

Although there was a delicious aroma from the clean lobby, the staff were very busy and seemed short-staffed with one cashier working the counter. At the kiosk, I decided to order a purple yam, a cream cheese and strawberry croissant, cinnamon and cream cheese cruffin and a honeydew bubble tea. Altogether, I waited about 25 minutes for my order.

The pastry I was most excited about was the strawberry and cream cheese croissant. After my first bite, I was surprised and disappointed to find that there was no filling on the inside, as the croissant was advertised with strawberry and cream cheese filling. Although the filling was missing, the croissant itself had a perfectly golden brown outside and was full of flavor otherwise.

A unique offering at Mi-Sant is the ube croissant, commonly known as a purple yam croissant. Intrigued by its vibrant color, I gave it a try. The croissant turned out quite bitter. The flavor was overpowering and lacked the sweetness that one might expect from a pastry. It was a letdown, especially considering the high hopes I had for such an interesting combination.

On a brighter note, the cinnamon and cream cheese cruffin was delicious. It was light and flaky and had a perfect balance of sweet cinnamon and creamy cheese filling, which added the right amount of richness. It was a highlight of my visit to Mi-Sant and a treat I would highly recommend to anyone who has a craving for a fall flavor.

I ordered the honeydew bubble tea as my beverage, and it turned out to be an amazing choice. The drink was incredibly refreshing and tasted like fresh fruit. The natural sweetness of the honeydew was perfect, and the texture of the drink was smooth. It was a perfect way to round off my trip to Mi-Sant. I would recommend the honeydew bubble tea to anyone who is a fruit lover. 

The cost of my order was $20, which I found quite steep considering that my visit to Mi-Sant kitchen and bakery was a mix of experiences. The honeydew bubble tea was a refreshing delight, capturing the true essence of the fruit. However, the strawberry and cream cheese croissant was quite disappointing, lacking any filling. The purple yam croissant was bitter and not enjoyable at all. On the brighter side, the cinnamon and cream cheese cruffin was delicious, with its perfect balance of flavors. Taking everything into consideration, I would give Mi-Sant an overall rating of 3.5 out of 5. While there were some highlights, there is room for improvement in their pastries.