Oh where do I even begin... the food amazing, the service…read moreamazing, the hospitality amazing. This place just genuinely blew my mind. The squid was amazing, the pho made my taste buds come alive. If I could recommend any restaurant in the Tacoma area it's this.

Service was amazing, the owner's son even sat with us and gave us a breakdown of the menu, amazing…read morefood, just crazy good, the vibes inside were great and there was a six foot long gourd which was pretty good! 10/10 would recommend again

Food: The pho was great, but the cool thing were those spring rolls! I love when I see a place do…read moresomething different - onion sticking out the side, nice touch! Good soup, good rolls! Atmosphere: It's a quaint place inside and I noticed that the fake plants were dusted! THANK YOU! It can be annoying when you see a layer of dust on some of the decorations. Also - bathroom was clean and stocked. Something I sometimes forget to post, so wanted to make special point of that. Price: Middle of the road. Not cheap but not expensive. I mean, there are cheaper places in the area, but the selection and and presentation are worth it. Service: No complaints, came right away and didn't bother me much. Perfect! Overall: Making a review so I can remember this place when I come back to Tacoma. New favorite Pho place. Please keep it up!

Excellent food…read more Especiallly liked the Bún bò Huế... The panang curry is also excellent. I'll be coming here regularly now.

FORGET DA RESS- TRY DA BESS! Pho…read more So many newcomers Vietnamese noodle soup! this place is worth a drive That's why we gave it five So many Vietnamese noodles, shops, using broth from a jar and they give super tiny portions This place is right on the money and spot on the flavor!

I am going to be that person thats going to be very unpopular here but the reason why I decided to…read morewrite this is because I felt the need to validate all the other low rating reviews because I agree with them 100%. I went here on an early morning right at opening time, I wanted to take some hot pho and spring rolls to scarf them down at home. Well, I stepped inside 10 minutes after opening and the older gentleman immediately gave me a look that my business wasnt wanted. I was the first customer that day clearly, and I felt like I shouldn't have gone in so early? Since I made a drive, I asked for a menu for to-go order and he proceeded to give me menu and go about cleaning the floor. The whole restaurant had the smell of cleaning products plus some old food stench. I asked for pho and tofu spring roll to-go and he asked me if thats it. I said yes and he said ok come back in 10-15 min so I actually had to leave restaurant (I cant remember if I decided to walk back to my car or walk across the street to Hong Kong Market to browse little bit or both because I got a bit anxious by the service I received). Food was mediocre at best. Broth was a bit salty for me, noodle was not soft, Spring Roll was fine. I will not return to this business again solely from the experience I had. I know that this place is much loved, long standing local restaurant with lots of support and I know I cant judge a place from just one visit, but once was enough for me.

Tldr: great place for thai food. I love the quail fried rice. Pho broth is good!…read more Ambiance: kind of loud at night, ngl. I could not hear my family over a 4 person table, coz it doubles as a bar upstairs. But its clean, and decorated well. There's just enough seating for people to come have food. BTW, parking is shared w a market, there was barely any parking when I got there. The parking is also a little narrow, especially when people dont park correctly. Service: very good. They were quick and friendly. No complaints. Food: love the food here. I had the quail fried rice thay came with salad and a side of the pho broth. Broth is flavorful, so Im sure the pho is good. The quail was also marinated nicely, with a tomato based fried rice which was not oily, and just the right amount of flavor. We also ordered two orders of spring rolls, which was more than we thought! One order is the one plate of 2 spring rolls cut in half - so four pieces. Pleasant surprise i suppose, more spring rolls!

Perfect spot for Vietnamese street food and late-night cravings, but a nightmare of a parking lot…read more My family was visiting from California last month, and naturally we needed to find somewhere to feed our party of 6 after our Seattle tourist trip. We arrived around 9 PM on a Thursday; I picked this restaurant because we were all craving Vietnamese food, and thankfully La Cà Bar is open late enough that we were still able to spend time eating together over a yummy meal. We sat downstairs since we were there primarily for the food and wanted to actually sit down and eat together. It was pretty empty when we arrived aside from one table, and we were able to seat ourselves wherever we wanted. They close at midnight, so arriving around 9 PM still gave us plenty of time to order, eat, and enjoy ourselves without feeling rushed. And then we proceeded to order an unreasonable amount of food. Everything we tried was delicious. The spring rolls were definitely superb (especially when dipped in the sauce), and I highly recommend getting a few for the table because apparently my family and I devoured them ASAP while waiting for our main course. I had to get the Bánh Xèo, because I have absolutely no self-control when I see it on a menu. The crepe was savory, filling, and delicious. Since it was cold that night, I also ordered Bún Bò Huế, because apparently being cold means I need to consume an entire bowl of spicy soup. I personally missed the classic cubes of pork blood that I usually expect in Bún Bò Huế, but it was still flavorful and satisfying without them. I also noticed the food here leans more toward Northern Vietnamese-style cuisine, but everything we had was still really tasty. I somehow managed to finish most of my food despite ordering enough to feed a second family. My family enjoyed their meals too. My son got a bánh mì without the garnish and was impressed by how huge and satisfying it was. Teenagers can be difficult to impress, so when the teenager says the bánh mì is huge and good, I listen. Our server was also really nice and friendly, which made the whole experience even better. Now, parking... Oh, sweet Jesus. The parking lot is TIGHT. The surrounding streets aren't particularly spacious either. If you have an SUV like myself, or anything larger, prepare yourself. I was genuinely relieved when I got back into my car and discovered that my vehicle had survived the evening without acquiring any new battle scars. But honestly? Worth it. The best part for me was how nostalgic the food felt. Vietnam is the country where I was born, so getting to sit down with my family and eat Vietnamese street food that reminded me of home was really special. We live far from where I grew up, so finding food that brings back even a little bit of that familiarity means a lot. And after moving away, I really appreciate those little moments where a meal can transport you somewhere for a couple of hours. So yes, 5 stars. Great late-night option, delicious food, friendly service, generous portions, and a menu that scratched the Vietnamese food itch perfectly.

So I had this place bookmarked from idk how long ago. I probably saw some random tiktok and the…read morefood looked so good that I bookmarked it on Yelp, hoping to one day try it out. Well that day has come. We ended up staying at a hotel nearby for a friend's wedding. We were getting hungry and I luckily checked Yelp and saw that I bookmarked this place when it showed up on my nearby food list. What a crazy coincidence. So we drive over and park on a side street. There was a small line outside and we waited patiently for a few minutes. Once inside, we were seated at the counter and it was packed, a little hot and everything smelled delicious. My friend and I both ordered the duck and pork noodle soup and it was maybe the best noodle soup I've ever had. The pork had crispy skin, the duck was soft and flavorful. It was all just so delicious. The iced coffee was strong and sweet. We also got the dessert. Make sure to add durian if they ask. It made it 1000x better if that's even possible. Honestly one of the best meals I've ever had. I'd definitely be back if I'm ever in Tacoma again.

Food: Known for their BBQ flat duck, and for good reason! Very tasty and worth trying…read more Service: Very slow, with long wait times, and they tend to sell out quickly. Recommend calling ahead to place your order! Ambiance: 0/5 -- Extremely crowded and loud. I'd recommend ordering takeout instead.

Cafe La Vie has easily become my go to spot. Ever since my wife put me on, it's basically turned…read moreinto a weekly ritual. They never miss every visit is consistent, fresh, and hits every time. Opening at 6am makes it clutch for early mornings too. Pork and shrimp noodle soup is my go to here . Service is amazing, the owners are great, and the ambiance really feels like a true Vietnamese café hangout spot. It's the kind of place you can just sit, eat, and vibe.

This place has been a Vietnamese staple in Tacoma for years. You'll often see a bunch of men…read moregathering here having coffee with their friends before they go about their business everyday. This place is consistently busy. There's indoor and outdoor seating. The building is a small house and has enough space for about 20-30 people inside. Probably another 20-30 if outdoor seating is available. You seat yourself or order from the front if hou are ordering takeout. Tables get cleaned immediately as soon as people leave. Service is quick and the workers are friendly. Their bánh mì đặc biệt (deluxe sandwich) and the cà phê sửa đá (iced condensed milk coffee) are my typical go-tos. The sandwich has layers of meat and portioned appropriately. The pâté adds a rich umami flavor and the Vietnamese bơ (mayo) gives it a buttery flavor. The veggies are always healthy and seem fresh. Also their jalapeños actually have a kick unlike most places I've been to. I recommend this staple to anyone looking for a solid Vietnamese sandwich in Tacoma. Great place to chill and have coffee to start your day. They have other foods like noodle soups, stews, and a rice plate. I haven't tried any of them, but it might be something I might look into in the future

Food was amazing and the staff was super nice. Ordered the beef pho, broth was delicious and the…read moreportion was filling

I had seen reviews of this place on instagram and I am so glad that I stopped in. It's kind of…read morehidden in the Lincoln district where you have to know what your looking for when you go. I came on a rainy Sunday afternoon and they were busy but not packed. I was quickly greeted and seated. The restaurant is rather small but cute. The waitress was very kind and super fast. I ordered the beef ribs pho and it was 10/10. The meat fell off the bones and was so flavorful and juicy. The broth itself was perfect. I usually add lots of hoisin and lime but this was perfect just the way it was. Wish I had found this place sooner, it's my new favorite spot for pho and I can't wait to try other items on the menu.

Been wanting to try this out for a while…read more After a long day of work, came here for some good eats. Everyone was so attentive and the food was BUSSIN. Super cute and aesthetic

I'm sad to say that this will be the last time my wife and I visit Indo Asian Street Eatery…read more We were regular customers for years and frequented this restaurant many times before the ownership change in 2025. Under the previous owners, the food, service, and overall experience were consistently excellent. Unfortunately, that is no longer the case. The first thing I noticed was the food safety rating posted on the window, which simply stated "Okay." That immediately raised concerns. The second thing we noticed was how empty the restaurant was on a Saturday. There were only three other couples dining during our visit. This place used to be packed, which was never a good sign to see. After being seated, service was noticeably slow. It took about 15 minutes just to receive our drinks. We ordered the Chicken Pad Thai, Korean Chicken, and Hot Wings. The Pad Thai was overly saucy and lacked the flavor we were accustomed to. The Hot Wings portion was surprisingly small, especially for the price. What ultimately ended our meal, however, was observing an employee eating in the open kitchen area while also handling items behind the counter. Watching this occur while customers' food was being prepared was extremely concerning. Whether intentional or not, it appeared to be a serious food safety issue, and it made us uncomfortable enough to stop eating immediately. At that point, we asked for the check and left disappointed and unsatisfied. It is unfortunate to see a once outstanding restaurant fall so far. The high standards of food quality, customer service, and food safety that made this place successful do not appear to have been maintained after the change in ownership. We won't be returning.

Was craving some pho and looked online and saw this place had great reviews so I thought I would…read moregive it a try! From the outside it looks unassuming but inside is very nice and clean. I got the #6 pho with steak. The bowl of pho was the perfect size and the broth was delicious, the steak was also very tender! I talked to the owner and he says they have been open for 15 years. Their menu was very extensive so I can't wait to come back and try something else!

On our way to Olympic National Park from the Seattle Airport, we were starving and needed a spot to…read moregrab a quick hearty meal. Pho King popped up in the Tacoma area and was the perfect mom and pop spot for some Pho and egg rolls. Super casual spot with friendly service and a decent sized menu. We tried the Pho King special which included eye round steak, flank, fatty flank, tendon, meatballs, and tripe. The broth had a depth of flavor and was so delicious. A good variety of meat, but I took off one star for the meatballs which had no flavor and the texture was off putting. We also ordered the shrimp and pork eggrolls which were flavorful and crispy. Dip it in the sauce and it kicks it up a notch. It was a super simple appetizer with no lettuce leaves to wrap it up in. Delicious Thai Tea with Boba was added to wash it all down. Overall, a great start to our vacation.

If I could give more stars, I would. Highly recommend Rose Pho, think they're my new go-to spot…read moreafter landing in SEA-Tac. I'm usually craving something hearty and comforting after tough travel days, and after one particular trip we decided to try this place, so glad we did. The food tastes like what you expect, but what stood out to me was that you could tell they make everything fresh with quality ingredients. Plus, because the food wasn't too greasy, everything was pretty fresh. The pho came out just right, and they have a large variety on their menu, from Bánh mì to pho to rice and noodle dishes plus boba teas, smoothies, and half a page of desserts. Rose, the owner, personally greeted us and answered any questions we had. The other servers were just as helpful and friendly, everyone here was so lovely. Rose even gave us a little tea package of about 5 teas as a "goody" treat to take home. It was wild. I had never been to a place in or near Seattle where the owner was this sweet and loving to us. She even prayed over us, it was so nice. She basically knew most customers who walked in, and you can tell everyone here is super dedicated to the community. The restaurant is in a plaza with access to plenty of parking, and the restaurant itself is super nice and clean. Love that they even have a little garden in front that they were tending to while we were there. Highly recommend if you're in the area!

This is an amazing Vietnamese spot I've been coming to for years now. The food is delicious and the…read moreowner and people who work there are absolutely delightful to be around :) The menu his huge and has a lot of options! My personal favorite is the pork vermicelli plate with rice wrappers. I make little pork wraps and they are so tasty! The ambience is calm and smells amazing. It's my favorite neighborhood restaurant!