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Come here for the authentic Vietnamese dishes. The Bun Bo Hue is unreal! The broth is delicious with just the right amount of spiciness without overpowering the flavor. Fully loaded with the meat at a generous portion size. The accompanying herbs are also so fresh and plentiful. I love veggies in my soup, so the more the better for me. The mom and pop restaurant is truly a gem and hospitality is spot on. They treat you like family but giving you the space to enjoy your food. The food comes out fresh, because all made to order. This is a gem in Downtown Chinatown, nothing fancy juts good authentic food.
Decided to grab pho for lunch. Read a lot of great reviews on this place. Really great flavor and plenty of meat in the bowl. They don't have fatty brisket which is ok but you can customize your bowl with the cuts of meat that they do have. I overheard someone ordering egg noodles instead of rice noodles. I think I'll try that combo next time. I imagine parking might be hard since it's within chinatown. I just walked as I live in the neighborhood. I think I'd definitely come back if craving pho and able to walk here again. Service was great as it wasn't busy during lunch time during the work week.
I love it taste so good yummy Good service Clean shop Good food prices I go to eat here every week.
Came here for a pho fix and this spot did not disappoint! The pho was super tasty, and I really appreciated that they had Thai chili peppers available--I like to mix those with fish sauce and lime to make a dipping sauce for the meats in my pho and for the raw meat served on the side. It hit just right. My girlfriend got the pork chop, and she loved it. Their homemade nuoc mam went perfectly with it--great balance of sweet, salty, and tangy. We also tried the summer rolls, and they were fresh and flavorful. That peanut dipping sauce? Honestly one of the best I've had--so creamy and addicting. Bonus points for being open really early (love that!) and the restaurant itself is nice and cool inside, which made the whole experience even better. Definitely a go-to spot for solid Vietnamese food!
4/3/25 Bun Bo Hue Pic does not show how much Brisket Blood Cakes Tendons Pig Shank Ham Cake(?)... was hidden on bottom of bowl Came w a plate full of fresh herbs n veggies; Thai Basil Mint Banana Flower Culantro Bean Sprouts... Meats Tidbits n Broth had deep flavors Decent heat; I like spicier Ask for Side fresh Thai Chilis Best BBH in my opinion Great Service too!
Legggiiittt place. Authentic Vietnamese I suppose coz people spoke Vietnamese and the tv had Vietnamese fruit channel on lol, like they're speaking in Vietnamese explaining everything about dragonfruits for one whole hour. I don't think I can even watch that if I understood Vietnamese lol. Anyway the food. The food! We tried their Bun Bo Hue and bun rieu and both were delicious! Savory and with depth. Between the two I liked the Bun Bo Hue a little better but you can't go wrong with either. I was surprised even in their bun rieu they put porks blood and pork knuckle as well, alongside with the Vietnamese ham, soft tofu and of course a lot of fresh herbs which I greatly appreciated. Their egg rolls were delicious too! Good flavor with plenty of herbs and rice noodles. The dipping sauce could use more garlic. The server spoke perfect English so it wouldn't be a problem ordering here without speaking Vietnamese. The food also came out in a timely manner. As for environment, it's an Asian restaurant in Chinatown, so don't expect anything modern modern or sparkling clean, hey but sometimes that's where you gotta go to find good food. I only saw one high chair for the entire restaurant but at least they had one lol. Next time we would try other stuff!
When a restaurant is filled with people of the same ethnic background as itself, it's a clear indicator the place is legit! That was the case at Anh Hong--my fourth stop (my third was Pho To Chau, but nothing new. Still good!) in my Pho Quest. The whole place was nearly full when I arrived, and eventually filled up with immediate turnover while I was there, and this was a Monday. All Vietnamese. I'm part French via Vietnam. Does that count? I couldn't say the same for other places. In fact, the other places I've been to were basically empty. Ahn Hong is located along North King Street, near River Street. It's in between Golden River Vietnamese Restaurant and Kieu Vietnamese Restaurant. Just a bit down from Kekaulike Street. I just park at the Chinatown Municipal Parking that you enter from Ala Moana Boulevard. It's all metered parking. Inside was clean and bright. Yes, Combination Pho again! My first sip of the broth, it was clean while rich in flavor with the taste of herbs and spices. The broth was close to one at Pho To Chau. "Is this better??? Better than To Chau??" was what entered my mind after having the broth, and I believe it might be. Every ingredient in the pho was exceedingly fresh. From the bean sprouts, culantro, basil, rare steak, tendon, cilantro, and etc. This is the only place where I could taste the cilantro (I abhor it), and found it acceptable. All the beef was tender and tasty, and prepared very well. Even the beef meatballs tasted better here. Everything was precisely portioned. The noodles were slightly more skinnier, but had a nice firmness and texture. The broth temperature was just right. Slightly extra warm to better cook the raw vegetables. The large size was the perfect amount for me. The saté sauce was very good--a nice balance between spicy and savory. Overall, Ahn Hong might be my favorite now. Not just because there were a lot of Vietnamese eating there, but also the food was just spot on. Everything was very fresh and very well prepared. The service was excellent--very friendly and attentive. I'll definitely be back for more pho and other things!
Lunch in Honolulu's Chinatown... When metered street parking is free on Sundays, that's one of the best days (besides holidays) to dine in Chinatown! Why else would you want to go where some unsavory characters hang out on the sidewalks and in doorway nooks? Another benefit of dining in Chinatown is the lower prices at certain establishments. The rent is probably lower and the volume of customers might be higher. Dear Daniel had some free time between appointments and said that he was craving some Vietnamese soup. Ok - I haven't been to Anh Hong before - let's go! Located on King Street, near the River Street intersection, Anh Hong is one of the many Vietnamese restaurants in the area. Inside, the environment looks clean, new, and spacious. There's supposed to be a convenient restroom, but I didn't check it out... Another perk of this restaurant is the complimentary "tea water". It may not sound like much, but on a warm July afternoon, it is refreshing! It's like a watered down barley-ish tea with ice. It's unsweetened and not bitter... Just right! Service was quite good! Dear Daniel had to ask for the little chopped chili peppers that usually come on the side. Other than that, I have no complaints. I ordered the #14 which is BBQ pork and Spring Rolls on vermicelli. It's my "go to" dish because it has some of everything: fresh veggies, fried Spring Rolls, grilled pork, and boiled noodles. That's carbs, fiber, and protein - all in one bowl! The sweet chili sauce with pickled shredded carrots and daikon gave the dish added flavor! Yum! I wouldn't mind returning... As long as it's on a Sunday or holiday... LOL!
How rare it is to have a viet restaurant that serves different noodle soups and every single one is a good. So good that we were there 3 times during our trip and have been telling everyone it's a must stop in Honolulu. Highly recommend the hu tieu mi (nice clean squiddy broth with perfectly cooked egg noodles, I recommend subbing the egg noodles since the original noodles are thicker and a different texture) You can't go wrong with ordering a bun rieu (pork/crab soup), pho, banh canh, and spring rolls! Wishing for a place like this near home..
Best bun bo hue I've had on the island ! Restaurant dining area is small, maybe 8 tables? Bf ordered combo pho which was also really tasty. I got the BBH, which we both really enjoyed. The soup was hot and really tasty. All the toppings were really good.
Anh Hong is easily the best Vietnamese restaurant in Chinatown. I'm from the Bay Area so my tastebuds for authentic Vietnamese food is admittedly pretty snobby. My brother and I arrived around 11am on Sunday morning and was greeted by the sweet lady owner. There were other guests situated already so she sat us at a table closest to the door -- being mindful of social distancing us from other diners. I ordered their Bun Rieu (Crab and Tomato soup) and my brother ordered their Bun Bo Hue (Vietnamese Spicy Beef Soup). The soup for both dishes were piping hot when brought out from the kitchen and the appropriate noodles were used for each item (yes, using the "right" noodles are especially important in Vietnamese cooking). The flavors were stellar and as close to "home" as it's going to get while in Oahu. Be sure to ask for all the appropriate condiments so you can bring out all the authentic flavors for each specialty noodle soup. There were so many other items that looked really appealing also so I'm looking forward to trying something different next time. #SupportLocalSmallBusinesses
Some of the best noodle soups ever (BBH, bun rieu, and bun mang vit). We went in for breakfast hour and it's clearly a local spot. All the soup broths were so flavorful both in spices and depth of meat flavors. Veggies/greens on the side were also super fresh. The duck was tender, the meat toppings in the bowls were generous. Highly highly recommend!! read more
Disclaimer: I haven't been to Vietnam , but this may be one of the most memorable Bún Bò Huế I've had. Who knew it would be at Anh Hong Restaurant in Honolulu! An intensely fragrant, beautifully layered broth, paired with an impressive spread of impeccably fresh herbs and accompaniments -- banana flower, aromatic greens, and, of course, shrimp paste for that unmistakable depth. Did I mention the complimentary daily iced pandan tea? It's a fragrant, refreshing, and the perfect counterpoint to all that spice. Service was AMAZING and I would recommend Anh Hong to anyone interested in legit vietnamese cuisine. I will definitely be back! read more
5 months ago
Come here for the authentic Vietnamese dishes. The Bun Bo Hue is unreal! The broth is delicious with just the right amount of spiciness without overpowering the flavor. Fully loaded with the meat at a generous portion size. The accompanying herbs are also so fresh and plentiful. I love veggies in my soup, so the more the better for me. The mom and pop restaurant is truly a gem and hospitality is spot on. They treat you like family but giving you the space to enjoy your food. The food comes out fresh, because all made to order. This is a gem in Downtown Chinatown, nothing fancy juts good authentic food. read more
1 year ago
Decided to grab pho for lunch. Read a lot of great reviews on this place. Really great flavor and plenty of meat in the bowl. They don't have fatty brisket which is ok but you can customize your bowl with the cuts of meat that they do have. I overheard someone ordering egg noodles instead of rice noodles. I think I'll try that combo next time. I imagine parking might be hard since it's within chinatown. I just walked as I live in the neighborhood. I think I'd definitely come back if craving pho and able to walk here again. Service was great as it wasn't busy during lunch time during the work week. read more
2 months ago
11 months ago
I love it taste so good yummy Good service Clean shop Good food prices I go to eat here every week. read more
7 months ago
2 years ago
Came here for a pho fix and this spot did not disappoint! The pho was super tasty, and I really appreciated that they had Thai chili peppers available--I like to mix those with fish sauce and lime to make a dipping sauce for the meats in my pho and for the raw meat served on the side. It hit just right. My girlfriend got the pork chop, and she loved it. Their homemade nuoc mam went perfectly with it--great balance of sweet, salty, and tangy. We also tried the summer rolls, and they were fresh and flavorful. That peanut dipping sauce? Honestly one of the best I've had--so creamy and addicting. Bonus points for being open really early (love that!) and the restaurant itself is nice and cool inside, which made the whole experience even better. Definitely a go-to spot for solid Vietnamese food! read more
2 years ago
4/3/25 Bun Bo Hue Pic does not show how much Brisket Blood Cakes Tendons Pig Shank Ham Cake(?)... was hidden on bottom of bowl Came w a plate full of fresh herbs n veggies; Thai Basil Mint Banana Flower Culantro Bean Sprouts... Meats Tidbits n Broth had deep flavors Decent heat; I like spicier Ask for Side fresh Thai Chilis Best BBH in my opinion Great Service too! read more
2 years ago
Way over due with this review...been taking my family to this spot for years. Small family owned with authentic Vietnamese dishes. Everything on the menu is GoOD. Service is always friendly and they go beyond to provide your needs especially with my babies lol. Thank you soooo much Michael read more
1 year ago
Excellent food as always, friendly fast service. Consistent, fair price, delicious bun bo hue. Its their speciality! read more
4 years ago
Legggiiittt place. Authentic Vietnamese I suppose coz people spoke Vietnamese and the tv had Vietnamese fruit channel on lol, like they're speaking in Vietnamese explaining everything about dragonfruits for one whole hour. I don't think I can even watch that if I understood Vietnamese lol. Anyway the food. The food! We tried their Bun Bo Hue and bun rieu and both were delicious! Savory and with depth. Between the two I liked the Bun Bo Hue a little better but you can't go wrong with either. I was surprised even in their bun rieu they put porks blood and pork knuckle as well, alongside with the Vietnamese ham, soft tofu and of course a lot of fresh herbs which I greatly appreciated. Their egg rolls were delicious too! Good flavor with plenty of herbs and rice noodles. The dipping sauce could use more garlic. The server spoke perfect English so it wouldn't be a problem ordering here without speaking Vietnamese. The food also came out in a timely manner. As for environment, it's an Asian restaurant in Chinatown, so don't expect anything modern modern or sparkling clean, hey but sometimes that's where you gotta go to find good food. I only saw one high chair for the entire restaurant but at least they had one lol. Next time we would try other stuff! read more
When a restaurant is filled with people of the same ethnic background as itself, it's a clear indicator the place is legit! That was the case at Anh Hong--my fourth stop (my third was Pho To Chau, but nothing new. Still good!) in my Pho Quest. The whole place was nearly full when I arrived, and eventually filled up with immediate turnover while I was there, and this was a Monday. All Vietnamese. I'm part French via Vietnam. Does that count? I couldn't say the same for other places. In fact, the other places I've been to were basically empty. Ahn Hong is located along North King Street, near River Street. It's in between Golden River Vietnamese Restaurant and Kieu Vietnamese Restaurant. Just a bit down from Kekaulike Street. I just park at the Chinatown Municipal Parking that you enter from Ala Moana Boulevard. It's all metered parking. Inside was clean and bright. Yes, Combination Pho again! My first sip of the broth, it was clean while rich in flavor with the taste of herbs and spices. The broth was close to one at Pho To Chau. "Is this better??? Better than To Chau??" was what entered my mind after having the broth, and I believe it might be. Every ingredient in the pho was exceedingly fresh. From the bean sprouts, culantro, basil, rare steak, tendon, cilantro, and etc. This is the only place where I could taste the cilantro (I abhor it), and found it acceptable. All the beef was tender and tasty, and prepared very well. Even the beef meatballs tasted better here. Everything was precisely portioned. The noodles were slightly more skinnier, but had a nice firmness and texture. The broth temperature was just right. Slightly extra warm to better cook the raw vegetables. The large size was the perfect amount for me. The saté sauce was very good--a nice balance between spicy and savory. Overall, Ahn Hong might be my favorite now. Not just because there were a lot of Vietnamese eating there, but also the food was just spot on. Everything was very fresh and very well prepared. The service was excellent--very friendly and attentive. I'll definitely be back for more pho and other things! read more
Lunch in Honolulu's Chinatown... When metered street parking is free on Sundays, that's one of the best days (besides holidays) to dine in Chinatown! Why else would you want to go where some unsavory characters hang out on the sidewalks and in doorway nooks? Another benefit of dining in Chinatown is the lower prices at certain establishments. The rent is probably lower and the volume of customers might be higher. Dear Daniel had some free time between appointments and said that he was craving some Vietnamese soup. Ok - I haven't been to Anh Hong before - let's go! Located on King Street, near the River Street intersection, Anh Hong is one of the many Vietnamese restaurants in the area. Inside, the environment looks clean, new, and spacious. There's supposed to be a convenient restroom, but I didn't check it out... Another perk of this restaurant is the complimentary "tea water". It may not sound like much, but on a warm July afternoon, it is refreshing! It's like a watered down barley-ish tea with ice. It's unsweetened and not bitter... Just right! Service was quite good! Dear Daniel had to ask for the little chopped chili peppers that usually come on the side. Other than that, I have no complaints. I ordered the #14 which is BBQ pork and Spring Rolls on vermicelli. It's my "go to" dish because it has some of everything: fresh veggies, fried Spring Rolls, grilled pork, and boiled noodles. That's carbs, fiber, and protein - all in one bowl! The sweet chili sauce with pickled shredded carrots and daikon gave the dish added flavor! Yum! I wouldn't mind returning... As long as it's on a Sunday or holiday... LOL! read more
4 years ago
How rare it is to have a viet restaurant that serves different noodle soups and every single one is a good. So good that we were there 3 times during our trip and have been telling everyone it's a must stop in Honolulu. Highly recommend the hu tieu mi (nice clean squiddy broth with perfectly cooked egg noodles, I recommend subbing the egg noodles since the original noodles are thicker and a different texture) You can't go wrong with ordering a bun rieu (pork/crab soup), pho, banh canh, and spring rolls! Wishing for a place like this near home.. read more
5 years ago
Best bun bo hue I've had on the island ! Restaurant dining area is small, maybe 8 tables? Bf ordered combo pho which was also really tasty. I got the BBH, which we both really enjoyed. The soup was hot and really tasty. All the toppings were really good. read more
Anh Hong is easily the best Vietnamese restaurant in Chinatown. I'm from the Bay Area so my tastebuds for authentic Vietnamese food is admittedly pretty snobby. My brother and I arrived around 11am on Sunday morning and was greeted by the sweet lady owner. There were other guests situated already so she sat us at a table closest to the door -- being mindful of social distancing us from other diners. I ordered their Bun Rieu (Crab and Tomato soup) and my brother ordered their Bun Bo Hue (Vietnamese Spicy Beef Soup). The soup for both dishes were piping hot when brought out from the kitchen and the appropriate noodles were used for each item (yes, using the "right" noodles are especially important in Vietnamese cooking). The flavors were stellar and as close to "home" as it's going to get while in Oahu. Be sure to ask for all the appropriate condiments so you can bring out all the authentic flavors for each specialty noodle soup. There were so many other items that looked really appealing also so I'm looking forward to trying something different next time. #SupportLocalSmallBusinesses read more
2 years ago
Loved the Bun Bo Hue that I have been craving for weeks. This place has the authentic Bun Bo Hue with pig feet and blood pudding. The banana flower condiment was also sooo good. Not many places in the town serve with the banana flower so I am so thankful that they do. The service was nice as well. We were a little skeptical about the tea flavored water because I didn't know if it was because it wasn't washed properly. It was this faint flavor or soy or barley tea so I wasn't too sure. Overall I had a great experience and will be back when we can get to Chinatown. read more
Two and a half stars. Was forced to try another pho place because my favorite one in aiea is somehow closed. Decided to try this one because I had already tried the other pho places around there and didn't care for any around Chinatown area. Eh, walked in and found that a big party had just left. I was seated right away and pleasantly surprised that they served coconut water instead of regular water. Ordered spring rolls, summer rolls and a beef flank and brisket. The appetizers came pretty quickly then the pho came out. To begin with the appetizers were quite different. The summer rolls come with a piece of char siu inside with the shrimp. The rolls were rather tightly wrapped and smaller. The spring rolls were ok. The meat inside had a different taste to it but I enjoyed the fixings that came with it. Lots of basil and cucumber which I always appreciate. The pho on the other hand was a different flavor than I expected and ever tasted. First of all I noticed that they might have cooked some beef in the broth for it's cloudy. I do not like the taste of cooked blood in my broth. I like my broth clear as possible. Secondly I took a bite of a nice piece of beef but it honestly had a strange after taste that I didn't care for at all. I just ate the noodles with the vegetables I put in it but left all the beef and the broth. I always get disappointed when it comes to a different pho taste that I'm used to. It has a sweeter taste to it which I don't care for. However I might be not used to a different style of pho. I am figuring out that probably which place the cook comes from is the way they cook the pho. The taste is different from different parts of Vietnam I am sure. I didn't care for this one but a lot of Vietnamese customers came in speaking the language and seem to be regulars so they're used to that pho. The people are hard working and courteous and the place is rather clean. I just have my own preference but honestly I'm sure others might want to try for a different taste. read more
3 years ago
The soup came out hot and steaming with a rich seafood broth. Included pig knuckle,blood,shrimp,fishcake and when you add the veggies comes out to a perfect combination. Portions are huge and worth the price. All the tables were filled at lunch with locals which is a sign of fresh products used. They did not have escargot soup which they have sometimes. A hidden gem in Chinatown. read more
2 years ago
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3 years ago
Best Bun Rieu iʻve tried in Honolulu so far. I love all the veggies, Bloodcake, & soft fried tofu. It def makes Bun Rieu complete with these. Service is also so friendly and a family own business. read more
Nobody really goes to Oahu to get Vietnamese food, but I always get a craving on vacation. This bun bo hue from Anh Hong in Chinatown was so bomb , we went twice. The broth was clean & flavorful, paired with fresh vegetables to throw in. The beef salad was divine as well. I definitely recommend coming here to cure your hangover or if you're just craving some authentic Vietnamese food. Comparable to Vietnam. * * We walked around Chinatown afterwards to mingle w/ our fellow Chinese people & bought some locally grown fruit. read more
On a mission to try all the Vietnamese restaurants in China Town, and all of Oahu. I've found my new favorite summer roll! I don't even care that the rice paper tore because it had yummy pork and shrimp and the peanut sauce had great flavor. The vermicelli bowl also had a lot of food and great flavor. I will definitely be back to try to pho and bunbohue. I ordered for takeout and the lady was super nice to me. read more
4 years ago
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3 years ago
Best Vietnamese restaurant in Hawaii. Authentic bun rieu, bbh, bun mam and chao lòng. These are my 4 favorites. If you're in Honolulu, you gotta try them. read more
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4 years ago
Really good and authentic Vietnamese food. The BBH and the Bun Mang Vit are the best we've had in years and I am from Bay Area. They do not skim on the vegetable , it was huge and we are in shock to see how big it is lol . The mung bean milk ( Sua dau xanh) is also really good and from what it taste , I can tell they cook it from mung bean instead of using syrups . Highly recommend! read more
2 years ago
3 years ago
Possibly our new Vietnamese spot for weekends! Hidden in Chinatown this gem is making the delicious Vietnamese dishes at a reasonable price! My boyfriend ordered himself the Bun Reiu which is not easy to find in Hawaii. I wanted something light so I ordered the bbq shrimp with vermicelli noodle salad. Bun Reiu broth was delicious, my boyfriend devoured the whole bowl. My shrimps were huge and loved the salad and crispy garlic chips in my bowl, the fish sauce it came with was mild which I prefer. We can't wait to stop by after a day of shopping and try their pho. read more
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