The Pho was absolutely delicious! Big portions, clean environment and friendly staff. Will definitely be back for more.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Maebry Hallic
Been here in Norfolk last couple years, and this restaurant is still one of my favorites. The employees are nice. Food is delicious every time. I highly recommend
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Michelle L
Super affordable and delicious food! Always take my friends there easy place to hangout. They serve the food quickly and the quality is great :)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jeniah D
I come to this location very frequently though today I came in and had to use the restroom and instead of picking a seat first I went straight to the restroom. I was then approached very rudely by a lady after she yelled hello!?! , then was told I have to ask to use the bathroom? I wasn’t even greeted at the door yet they would like me to greet them. Very unprofessional and very unhappy. I left and will never spend another dollar there.
T C
Good is excellent and the staff went out of their way to provide excellent service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
JB Davis
I don't often give 5 stars but Pho 79 earned them! Location, parking, service, food, wait time etc, they hit the mark. Being a primarily a plant-based eater can sometimes be very challenging when you eat out however, Pho 79 not only had options on the menu to meet a plant-based lifestyle but readily adjusted plates to enhance our experience. It has been my experience that just as the Pho is getting good, there are no more veggies or noodles. I was hungry this evening so I ordered extra veggies and noodles. Little did I know, that the already put large portions of both in the regular Pho. Needless to say, when I was done eating, I was stuffed. Granted there is not a lot in Pho, broth, noodles and veggies but it can be bland and require, soy, siracha, chilli oil etc, not here! This was great just as it was presented! The veggie spring rolls were excellent as well (empty plate pictured, oops)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dale Ramirez
Sandy and the server “Boss” have the BEST customer service, kindness and generosity. They are truly wonderful people. The food was fabulous on all levels. My sons and daughter in law dine here frequently and the staff are like family. Try this restaurant today!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Anthony Sansalone
I've been going to this location for almost ten years on and off and I've never had a single negative experience. Great pho and service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
K
Grabbed a To-Go on to help me fight off a cold and the Rainy Day Blues
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Ann Nest
I think they are understaff… ordered a to go food and I was home already when I found out they placed the wrong orders in our bag.. it’s kind of frustrating but good thing I am just 6 minutes away. Place is kind of clean and food is fresh.
I think it took a photo of my food. I.will not be able.to recall the name. But I know.it was Tai food. Soup with leaves and meat .. yes with spaghetti in. I was justntryn to use the chopsticks for the food whi h was bizarre. So, got myself a fork. The food was good and the service was great. Definitely going back.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Pedro Carregal Ferreira
A Steaming Bowl of Perfection That Never Fails In a city with a growing number of Vietnamese restaurants, Pho 79 remains the undisputed king, the benchmark against which all others are measured. This isn't just a place to get a good meal; it's a Norfolk institution that delivers an authentic, soul-warming, and consistently flawless experience every single time. It is, without a doubt, a five-star culinary treasure. The heart of Pho 79 is, of course, the pho. The broth is a liquid masterpiece—a rich, complex, and aromatic elixir that can only be achieved through hours of patient simmering and a mastery of spices. It's so deeply flavorful that it could be served on its own, but when laden with high-quality, tender cuts of meat (the #9 with rare steak and flank is a classic for a reason) and perfectly cooked noodles, it becomes something truly transcendent. The accompanying plate of fresh basil, bean sprouts, jalapeños, and lime is always crisp and generous, allowing you to customize your bowl to perfection. While the pho is the main event, ignoring the rest of the menu would be a mistake. The Banh Xeo (Vietnamese crepe) is impossibly crispy and stuffed with delicious fillings, and the Bun Thit Nuong (grilled pork with vermicelli) is a masterclass in balancing sweet, savory, and fresh flavors. The appetizers, from the crispy spring rolls to the fresh summer rolls with a standout peanut sauce, are the perfect start to any meal. The atmosphere is exactly what it should be: a bustling, no-frills eatery where the focus is squarely on the food. The service is incredibly efficient and direct, designed to get a delicious, steaming bowl in front of you as quickly as possible. You come here for the flavor, not for fancy decor, and the constant crowd of happy diners is a testament to their priorities being in the right place. Pho 79 is the real deal. It’s a place that delivers an authentic, high-quality, and deeply satisfying meal with unwavering consistency. For anyone seeking the true, comforting taste of phenomenal Vietnamese food, this is the beginning and end of the conversation in Norfolk.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Alyssa Rice
order number #6!!! service is fast and their pho taste amazing.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Michael Jones
Great food and service.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Topher
I’m not sure if it was because this gentleman (who appeared to be the owner/manager) was there, but for the first time in a while of coming here the place felt much better! The food tasted like the first time I tried their food. It was perfect, beautifully plated, and fast service.
The Pho was absolutely delicious! Big portions, clean environment and friendly staff. Will definitely be back for more.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Been here in Norfolk last couple years, and this restaurant is still one of my favorites. The employees are nice. Food is delicious every time. I highly recommend
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Super affordable and delicious food! Always take my friends there easy place to hangout. They serve the food quickly and the quality is great :)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I come to this location very frequently though today I came in and had to use the restroom and instead of picking a seat first I went straight to the restroom. I was then approached very rudely by a lady after she yelled hello!?! , then was told I have to ask to use the bathroom? I wasn’t even greeted at the door yet they would like me to greet them. Very unprofessional and very unhappy. I left and will never spend another dollar there.
Good is excellent and the staff went out of their way to provide excellent service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I don't often give 5 stars but Pho 79 earned them! Location, parking, service, food, wait time etc, they hit the mark. Being a primarily a plant-based eater can sometimes be very challenging when you eat out however, Pho 79 not only had options on the menu to meet a plant-based lifestyle but readily adjusted plates to enhance our experience. It has been my experience that just as the Pho is getting good, there are no more veggies or noodles. I was hungry this evening so I ordered extra veggies and noodles. Little did I know, that the already put large portions of both in the regular Pho. Needless to say, when I was done eating, I was stuffed. Granted there is not a lot in Pho, broth, noodles and veggies but it can be bland and require, soy, siracha, chilli oil etc, not here! This was great just as it was presented! The veggie spring rolls were excellent as well (empty plate pictured, oops)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sandy and the server “Boss” have the BEST customer service, kindness and generosity. They are truly wonderful people. The food was fabulous on all levels. My sons and daughter in law dine here frequently and the staff are like family. Try this restaurant today!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I've been going to this location for almost ten years on and off and I've never had a single negative experience. Great pho and service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Grabbed a To-Go on to help me fight off a cold and the Rainy Day Blues
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
I think they are understaff… ordered a to go food and I was home already when I found out they placed the wrong orders in our bag.. it’s kind of frustrating but good thing I am just 6 minutes away.
Place is kind of clean and food is fresh.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 3
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I think it took a photo of my food. I.will not be able.to recall the name. But I know.it was Tai food. Soup with leaves and meat .. yes with spaghetti in. I was justntryn to use the chopsticks for the food whi h was bizarre. So, got myself a fork. The food was good and the service was great. Definitely going back.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
A Steaming Bowl of Perfection That Never Fails
In a city with a growing number of Vietnamese restaurants, Pho 79 remains the undisputed king, the benchmark against which all others are measured. This isn't just a place to get a good meal; it's a Norfolk institution that delivers an authentic, soul-warming, and consistently flawless experience every single time. It is, without a doubt, a five-star culinary treasure.
The heart of Pho 79 is, of course, the pho. The broth is a liquid masterpiece—a rich, complex, and aromatic elixir that can only be achieved through hours of patient simmering and a mastery of spices. It's so deeply flavorful that it could be served on its own, but when laden with high-quality, tender cuts of meat (the #9 with rare steak and flank is a classic for a reason) and perfectly cooked noodles, it becomes something truly transcendent. The accompanying plate of fresh basil, bean sprouts, jalapeños, and lime is always crisp and generous, allowing you to customize your bowl to perfection.
While the pho is the main event, ignoring the rest of the menu would be a mistake. The Banh Xeo (Vietnamese crepe) is impossibly crispy and stuffed with delicious fillings, and the Bun Thit Nuong (grilled pork with vermicelli) is a masterclass in balancing sweet, savory, and fresh flavors. The appetizers, from the crispy spring rolls to the fresh summer rolls with a standout peanut sauce, are the perfect start to any meal.
The atmosphere is exactly what it should be: a bustling, no-frills eatery where the focus is squarely on the food. The service is incredibly efficient and direct, designed to get a delicious, steaming bowl in front of you as quickly as possible. You come here for the flavor, not for fancy decor, and the constant crowd of happy diners is a testament to their priorities being in the right place.
Pho 79 is the real deal. It’s a place that delivers an authentic, high-quality, and deeply satisfying meal with unwavering consistency. For anyone seeking the true, comforting taste of phenomenal Vietnamese food, this is the beginning and end of the conversation in Norfolk.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
order number #6!!! service is fast and their pho taste amazing.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great food and service.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
I’m not sure if it was because this gentleman (who appeared to be the owner/manager) was there, but for the first time in a while of coming here the place felt much better! The food tasted like the first time I tried their food. It was perfect, beautifully plated, and fast service.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
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