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Alisa B.
Decent pho! I got the Combo Special with Pho Chin (Brisket Noodle Soup), Egg Rolls, and a Young Coconut Juice. An acceptable value for $24.The pho broth was rich and flavorful! Not too oily and had a pleasant beef taste. The brisket was delicious and tender! The noodles were just okay... You could tell they were meant to be al dente, but the texture was on the starchy side.Cha gio were pretty greasy, but tasted good. Honestly, the amount of egg rolls surprised me. They were pretty petite in size and there were only 3! Though I was pretty full by the end of the meal, I was definitely expecting at least 4 cha gio... LOLMy friend and I came here to catch up on a Thursday evening. The ambiance was very quiet and our voices would echo since there was no music or any other noise in the restaurant.. Awkward vibes.
Melissa H.
Wanted to try this new pho place in my area! Ive passed it a few times while leaving the gym across the street and was curious about it. Came here on a Thursday night with one of my friends. We were chatting the whole time, and noticed how there was no music playing so it made a bit of an awkward ambience. The food was pretty good and filling overall though! They have a combo deal that includes a regular sized pho, appetizer, and drink for about $24.95! A great deal I would say and great way to try a lot of the menu. I got the Pho Lovers Special, with Spring Roll, and Thai Tea. The broth was really good! It didnt taste too oily, the flavor was yummy. Pretty decent size for the pho. The meat came perfect as it cooked in the broth throughout my meal. The Spring Rolls were good but not too memorable, the peanut sauce complimented well. Thai Tea was a standard Thai Tea but really good, I finished it all the way through! I would say this is a pretty decent pho place :) A solid 3.5-4 in my book. The servers were really nice and attentive through and through.
Alisa B.
Decent pho! I got the Combo Meal with Pho Chin (Brisket Noodle Soup), Egg Rolls, and a Young Coconut Juice. An acceptable value for $24. I also tried the Spring Rolls... I don't recommend it. The pho broth was rich and flavorful! Not too oily and had a pleasant beef taste. The brisket was delicious and tender! The noodles were just okay... You could tell they were meant to be al dente, but the texture was on the starchy side. Cha gio were pretty greasy, but tasted good. Honestly, the amount of egg rolls surprised me. They were pretty petite in size and there were only 3! Though I was pretty full by the end of the meal, I was definitely expecting at least 4 cha gio... LOL My friend and I came here to catch up on a Thursday evening. The ambiance was very quiet and our voices would echo since there was no music or any other noise in the restaurant.. Awkward vibes.
Amit R.
If you are a vegetarian stay away from this place. I really liked this place when I came here the first few times but on my recent visit on Sep 2022 they've stopped serving no. 8 veggie Pho. They also did not have veggie spring rolls. Veg/vegan options are nonexistent.
Chris S.
Had the rare steak and brisket pho combo with the egg rolls and young coconut drink , everything was delicious! Best pho spot in the area hands down will be dining here often .
Navin Mohan
Used to be very good. I know they opened just a few months ago, but already chopping and changing the menu. I love their Sunnyvale location, but unfortunately, in this newpark mall location, they have discontinued the veggie pho!!! I was so happy when they opened that there's one more good spot for vegetarian pho, but sadly not anymore!
Jin K.
Good customer service. Not your typical Vietnamese pho restaurant. The egg rolls were very, very small with barely any veggies to come with it. I'm used to wrapping my egg rolls in the veggies and then dipping it into the fish sauce. Definitely skimped out on the portions and amount of veggies. Ordered two bowls of pho, but plate of bean sprouts they brought out were enough for one bowl of pho. Any extra veggies were an additional charge. Overall, it's okay. The good customer service is what prompted the 2 stars. There's a lot of other really good pho restaurants in the Fremont/Newark/Union City, but if you're looking for a "modernized" Asian restaurant, this is it.
Melanie B.
Taking a few stars off. During our last visit, we realized they no longer offer a vegan pho option. That's the thing I loved most about this place. Good solid pho for all kinds of eaters. So bummed. Also, Maeko wasn't running the front area and service was not as inviting nor friendly. I also opted for the fresh flat noodles and they were just ok, not bouncy nor al dente. They do still have the spicy lemongrass tofu and vegetable fresh spring roll which are delicious. Unfortunately, if I can't get good vege pho at a pho place, I will most likely go elsewhere. Sad panda.
Anna C.
Coming back to try our second time due to their kitchen closes at 245pm last time. Overall, an average Pho restaurant, very clean, service is good, pho is legit but comparing to other Vietnamese restaurants nearby, their pricing and portions are relatively small. Tried and unlikely to come back again, as there are plenty of good options in the area.
This pho place is so pho-real!! It's in a small plaza across the mall and lots of parking spots. There was no wait and was seated right away. Ordered spring rolls and egg rolls for appetizers. The portions were pretty small and only had two pieces per plate, but even through portions were small the taste was definitely there. I shared a large rare flank steak pho with Fresh flat noodle for just 45 cents more! Definitely request for the fresh flat noodle- it was the perfect thickness and was very light. The broth was also not too salty or too oily. The portions were not bad, but I think it is pretty pricy for how much was given (especially the appetizers). Ordered 1 large pho, 2 regular pho, 2 appetizer, and 3 drinks and it came out to almost $90 (plus tip). Overall it's a great pho spot, but I think there are other comparable pho spots at a better price point that has larger portions.
Stew F.
I love pho. I LOVE IT. So when a restaurant named Pho Lover's opened near my home, I couldn't wait to visit. It felt as though this restaurant was designed, and had opened, just for me. My initial impression was - the dining room is clean, the staff friendly and attentive, and we were offered the password to their wifi network. I ordered the Pho Special. Unfortunately, I couldn't taste any of the 5 important pho spices. The generous portions of meat and noodles, to me, tasted like they were served in plain beef broth. I didn't love it. All things considered, I still really enjoyed the experience. I will probably give the pho another chance.
Joanne L.
My husband and I decided to try this place today and it did not disappoint! We were nicely greeted and seated right away. Their menu is straight to the point. They only serve pho, appetizers and some drinks. They don't have vermicelli or rice plates here. They have 2 sizes for bowls, regular or large and they also have combos which comes with an appetizer and a drink. We got #4 regular and #5 large and it was probably one of the best pho we've ever tried! The server offered us fresh noodles for our pho for .45 cents more and i'm so glad we did. We thought it made our pho so much better, the fresh noodles were thick and soft. The broth was flavorful and their meat was so tender and portions were just right. I think we just found our new go to spot for pho :) we will definitely be back!
Jaclyn Y.
My husband was SO impressed by the service here. That's saying a lot considering he was only in there for 10 min to do take out. He said the gentleman who helped him had such a sunny and positive attitude that it left a lasting impression on him! When he told me this, I hoped the food would be as good as the service, and it WAS! :) Food we ordered: - Brisket Pho: really fantastic broth. Stayed hot on the drive home. The noodles were firm (my preference), and the beef was plentiful and of high quality. The broth was also so flavorful. - sesame wings: I did not partake due to my allergy, but my husband LOVED these. It was tender and very flavorful. He said next time he's planning to order two plates! Location: it's across the street from the new park mall, on the first floor of an office building. Parking is easy and plentiful! We are overall so happy with our visit here, and we'll absolutely be back :)
Junior Ortiz
Pho was great, combo is probably the best deal to get, the server was a nice guy. Loved his voice lol. I’d definitely come here.
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Decent pho! I got the Combo Special with Pho Chin (Brisket Noodle Soup), Egg Rolls, and a Young Coconut Juice. An acceptable value for $24.The pho broth was rich and flavorful! Not too oily and had a pleasant beef taste. The brisket was delicious and tender! The noodles were just okay... You could tell they were meant to be al dente, but the texture was on the starchy side.Cha gio were pretty greasy, but tasted good. Honestly, the amount of egg rolls surprised me. They were pretty petite in size and there were only 3! Though I was pretty full by the end of the meal, I was definitely expecting at least 4 cha gio... LOLMy friend and I came here to catch up on a Thursday evening. The ambiance was very quiet and our voices would echo since there was no music or any other noise in the restaurant.. Awkward vibes.
Wanted to try this new pho place in my area! Ive passed it a few times while leaving the gym across the street and was curious about it. Came here on a Thursday night with one of my friends. We were chatting the whole time, and noticed how there was no music playing so it made a bit of an awkward ambience. The food was pretty good and filling overall though! They have a combo deal that includes a regular sized pho, appetizer, and drink for about $24.95! A great deal I would say and great way to try a lot of the menu. I got the Pho Lovers Special, with Spring Roll, and Thai Tea. The broth was really good! It didnt taste too oily, the flavor was yummy. Pretty decent size for the pho. The meat came perfect as it cooked in the broth throughout my meal. The Spring Rolls were good but not too memorable, the peanut sauce complimented well. Thai Tea was a standard Thai Tea but really good, I finished it all the way through! I would say this is a pretty decent pho place :) A solid 3.5-4 in my book. The servers were really nice and attentive through and through.
Decent pho! I got the Combo Meal with Pho Chin (Brisket Noodle Soup), Egg Rolls, and a Young Coconut Juice. An acceptable value for $24. I also tried the Spring Rolls... I don't recommend it. The pho broth was rich and flavorful! Not too oily and had a pleasant beef taste. The brisket was delicious and tender! The noodles were just okay... You could tell they were meant to be al dente, but the texture was on the starchy side. Cha gio were pretty greasy, but tasted good. Honestly, the amount of egg rolls surprised me. They were pretty petite in size and there were only 3! Though I was pretty full by the end of the meal, I was definitely expecting at least 4 cha gio... LOL My friend and I came here to catch up on a Thursday evening. The ambiance was very quiet and our voices would echo since there was no music or any other noise in the restaurant.. Awkward vibes.
If you are a vegetarian stay away from this place. I really liked this place when I came here the first few times but on my recent visit on Sep 2022 they've stopped serving no. 8 veggie Pho. They also did not have veggie spring rolls. Veg/vegan options are nonexistent.
Had the rare steak and brisket pho combo with the egg rolls and young coconut drink , everything was delicious! Best pho spot in the area hands down will be dining here often .
Used to be very good. I know they opened just a few months ago, but already chopping and changing the menu. I love their Sunnyvale location, but unfortunately, in this newpark mall location, they have discontinued the veggie pho!!! I was so happy when they opened that there's one more good spot for vegetarian pho, but sadly not anymore!
Good customer service. Not your typical Vietnamese pho restaurant. The egg rolls were very, very small with barely any veggies to come with it. I'm used to wrapping my egg rolls in the veggies and then dipping it into the fish sauce. Definitely skimped out on the portions and amount of veggies. Ordered two bowls of pho, but plate of bean sprouts they brought out were enough for one bowl of pho. Any extra veggies were an additional charge. Overall, it's okay. The good customer service is what prompted the 2 stars. There's a lot of other really good pho restaurants in the Fremont/Newark/Union City, but if you're looking for a "modernized" Asian restaurant, this is it.
Taking a few stars off. During our last visit, we realized they no longer offer a vegan pho option. That's the thing I loved most about this place. Good solid pho for all kinds of eaters. So bummed. Also, Maeko wasn't running the front area and service was not as inviting nor friendly. I also opted for the fresh flat noodles and they were just ok, not bouncy nor al dente. They do still have the spicy lemongrass tofu and vegetable fresh spring roll which are delicious. Unfortunately, if I can't get good vege pho at a pho place, I will most likely go elsewhere. Sad panda.
Coming back to try our second time due to their kitchen closes at 245pm last time. Overall, an average Pho restaurant, very clean, service is good, pho is legit but comparing to other Vietnamese restaurants nearby, their pricing and portions are relatively small. Tried and unlikely to come back again, as there are plenty of good options in the area.
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This pho place is so pho-real!! It's in a small plaza across the mall and lots of parking spots. There was no wait and was seated right away. Ordered spring rolls and egg rolls for appetizers. The portions were pretty small and only had two pieces per plate, but even through portions were small the taste was definitely there. I shared a large rare flank steak pho with Fresh flat noodle for just 45 cents more! Definitely request for the fresh flat noodle- it was the perfect thickness and was very light. The broth was also not too salty or too oily. The portions were not bad, but I think it is pretty pricy for how much was given (especially the appetizers). Ordered 1 large pho, 2 regular pho, 2 appetizer, and 3 drinks and it came out to almost $90 (plus tip). Overall it's a great pho spot, but I think there are other comparable pho spots at a better price point that has larger portions.
I love pho. I LOVE IT. So when a restaurant named Pho Lover's opened near my home, I couldn't wait to visit. It felt as though this restaurant was designed, and had opened, just for me. My initial impression was - the dining room is clean, the staff friendly and attentive, and we were offered the password to their wifi network. I ordered the Pho Special. Unfortunately, I couldn't taste any of the 5 important pho spices. The generous portions of meat and noodles, to me, tasted like they were served in plain beef broth. I didn't love it. All things considered, I still really enjoyed the experience. I will probably give the pho another chance.
My husband and I decided to try this place today and it did not disappoint! We were nicely greeted and seated right away. Their menu is straight to the point. They only serve pho, appetizers and some drinks. They don't have vermicelli or rice plates here. They have 2 sizes for bowls, regular or large and they also have combos which comes with an appetizer and a drink. We got #4 regular and #5 large and it was probably one of the best pho we've ever tried! The server offered us fresh noodles for our pho for .45 cents more and i'm so glad we did. We thought it made our pho so much better, the fresh noodles were thick and soft. The broth was flavorful and their meat was so tender and portions were just right. I think we just found our new go to spot for pho :) we will definitely be back!
My husband was SO impressed by the service here. That's saying a lot considering he was only in there for 10 min to do take out. He said the gentleman who helped him had such a sunny and positive attitude that it left a lasting impression on him! When he told me this, I hoped the food would be as good as the service, and it WAS! :) Food we ordered: - Brisket Pho: really fantastic broth. Stayed hot on the drive home. The noodles were firm (my preference), and the beef was plentiful and of high quality. The broth was also so flavorful. - sesame wings: I did not partake due to my allergy, but my husband LOVED these. It was tender and very flavorful. He said next time he's planning to order two plates! Location: it's across the street from the new park mall, on the first floor of an office building. Parking is easy and plentiful! We are overall so happy with our visit here, and we'll absolutely be back :)
Pho was great, combo is probably the best deal to get, the server was a nice guy. Loved his voice lol. I’d definitely come here.