We were on our way to a ramen place that closed early and were so disappointed. So glad we found this place! My disappointment was drowned away in delicious pho broth. Unfortunately, that's all I had saved in my drafts from a couple years ago. However, I'll say that I still remember this place, and oh the food was excellent! read more

Tofu has no flavor and is mushy. When my mother tried to ask for something else the "cashier" was extremely rude immediately. Refused to solve the matter in anyway and kept telling her that he "didn't care". Made it very uncomfortable and unenjoyable. Don't eat here. There are plenty of better teriyaki and pho places around here. read more

Joy Pho & Teriyaki - Tofu teriyaki - Vietnamese Near Me - Auburn, Washington

My boyfriend and I love coming here to eat and to have a relaxing afternoon. The guy who's normally there is super sweet and attentive, the food hits the spot we normally get the number 1 for the Pho (we love spicy hence all the Sriracha) and today we tried the bbq pork sandwich and egg rolls, so yummy. It's a spacious place inside so we feel comfortable in our little corner to enjoy a show and eat at the same time. Thanks for the service ;) read more

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overpriced with bad portions & bad service, wouldn't recommend. The place is dirty & the cashier/owner on his phone, big up charge on card fee. read more

Joy Pho & Teriyaki - Vietnamese Near Me - Auburn, Washington

I was very disappointed because I've eaten there in the past and the meatball pho was good. My last visit, I ordered the meatball pho to go. Large portions, friendly service but the pho lacked flavor. It tasted like meat and vegetables in hot, not a soup by any stretch of the imagination. read more

came to eat here for lunch with friends was disappointed in service, i've been here quite a few times and normally it's never to bad, but today food quality wasn't the best, There wasn't enough pho noodles in my soup, And was told if i wanted chicken pho it would be a 45 min wait. As well as having to pay more with debt/credit card. They offer a 4% off discount paying cash but charge more when paying card. My friend also was asking questions and i'm guessing the owner raised his voice tables were sticky as well as floor and baby chair read more

Joy Pho & Teriyaki - Vietnamese Near Me - Auburn, Washington

Prices are high. Quantity of food is small. Quality of food is ok. I was here at high noon on a Friday and I was the only person here. That should tell you something. read more

This is a COVID-era review. Reason why we chose this place: they have vegetarian broth! (we had some vegetarians in the group) I though the pho was good. Devoured the large easily. Broth was good and same with noodles. Didn't really order anything else. The beef was good too (though I wish there was more since I ordered a large) If you want water, the staff will fill up your cup for you (or you can order from the fridge). There is a restroom so that's good. For parking, the establishment is in a plaza so it shares a parking lot with the other businesses like Safeway. Super easy to park. The owner seems super nice and he's all about getting your order and making sure you are able to fill up your belly. Great place! read more

Joy Pho & Teriyaki - P-2 Pho steak and fillet (large) - Vietnamese Near Me - Auburn, Washington

I got chicken katsu for $15.99(plus tax & tip), I asked for siriacha and he said it would be 50 cents extra for each tiny pack. no utensils or napkins were given. The katsu had little to no chicken. Mainly the breaded part. The service wasn't good. The old man was rude. read more

Joy Pho & Teriyaki - Vietnamese Near Me - Auburn, Washington

Mom and pop restaurant. I ordered brisket pho and fried gyoza To go. Now, I did re fry the gyoza at home because I like mine extra crispy. But the flavors were amazing. Tasted fresh. Just wish that there was mint included in the pho toppings. read more

Joy Pho & Teriyaki - Brisket pho - Vietnamese Near Me - Auburn, Washington

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Not a good spot for Teriyaki... but might be for Pho. The beef teriyaki tasted and looked like it was just warmed up the day before & the salad was starting to brown. I probably wouldn't go here again but the service was good. read more

Joy Pho & Teriyaki - Beef Teriyaki - Vietnamese Near Me - Auburn, Washington

Wife was craving some pho and we searched auburn for a place to eat pho. Disappointing, worse pho ive had and i love pho. The prices are absurd. I ordered a spring roll. It was like 4 inches, i wanted more peanut sauce and it was $1 for more... Stay away. read more

Joy Pho & Teriyaki - menus on the wall - Vietnamese Near Me - Auburn, Washington

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Came in to joy pho to dine in. Seemed to be only 1 person in the front and 1 person in the back. We ordered our food 35 minutes ago. Still hasn't come. Wish the guy in the front would have said it would be a while before we got our food- we would have gone somewhere else to eat. Ridiculous amount of waiting and on top of that, 5 tables are full of plates and cups, from customers that have left that the workers have not yet cleaned up; Hardly anywhere to sit because of this. poor customer service, expect to wait for your food, lack of communication, and im about ready to ask for my money back and go somewhere else at this point. read more

Joy Pho & Teriyaki - 2 of 6 tables that have not been cleaned up yet and have been here since we arrived nearly 40 minutes ago. - Vietnamese Near Me - Auburn, Washington

I've been a regular here since 2019 and things have really changed. I wish I could leave a better review, and I want them to succeed. Unfortunately, it feels like they don't care anymore. I always get phò to-go and not only has the broth changed in flavor, it has become inconsistent. This used to hit the spot even in summer and now it's okay at best and disappointing at worst. The veggies aren't generally fresh anymore and how much you get of each one is very different each time now, and it's never generous. (Except for bean sprouts. There's always enough bean sprouts.) The basil in particular has been quartered compared to what used to be offered, and idk if 5 small cilantro leaves and 2 slices from the butt of jalepeño is justified with the prices. They didn't even bother with the lime last time, usually you get a wedge per bowl. Kind of surprised you'd do your return customers dirty like that. Joy Phò, please listen to your customers. I understand the price raises but if you keep driving customers away over some extra (wilted) veggies, you're not going to make it much longer anyways.. read more

Joy Pho & Teriyaki: Came here on a whim was picking up a pizza at Round Table next door. Ordered to go, a large pho with everything. Like other reviews the place is a little pricey for the portions that you get. The pho was okay nothing special. I left for about 10 min and came back and my order was ready. That is a plus for quickness. The person working maybe the owner handed me my food while talking on the phone. As he handed me my food proceeded to keep talking on the phone. I sat there and kept looking at him since I wanted a chili oil for my pho. He kept talking on the phone and doesn't even bother to acknowledge me after giving me my food. I just sat there for almost 5 min while he keeps talking on the phone. He can't even acknowledge me. I probably won't be back cause they don't really care about service or even an acknowledgement. It's not that hard to say, can I help you with anything else...lol apparently it is there...I hope everything has a better experience that I did... read more

Joy Pho & Teriyaki - To go pho with everything. - Vietnamese Near Me - Auburn, Washington

I brought my husband here, since it was open later and my usual spot wasn't. Half of the tables were dirty and not cleaned up, but the guy working the tables and counter was really nice and proper. The broth was okay -- nothing to write home about. My husband liked his fried rice and we are happy that the rolls are traditional Vietnamese rolls, and not Chinese food type of rolls. The potstickers were good, but again, nothing crazy. It's a good place to go to if you're in the middle of a craving. read more

Joy Pho & Teriyaki - Iced coffee was good! - Vietnamese Near Me - Auburn, Washington

Went In to order 3 large orders of pho to-go and I asked if I can have extra veggies (green onions, cilantro, been sprouts) and the guy straights up said no they don't do that. Each order is already 15 dollars so I told him I don't mind paying extra. And he says okay 5 dollars I'll give you a little extra bean sprouts. At that moment I told him to just cancel my order and he shouts okay that's fine you can leave now. Do not recommend just from this experience alone. (After looking through their photos of the food in how much veggies their bowls are lacking, you can see why I asked for extra on the side) read more

Sigh. This pho was so underwhelming. The broth was like water, completely bland. I asked for extra green onion, and you'll see what I got in the pic. I asked if I could have more and he told me the woman in the kitchen said no. They also were out of fresh basil but didn't mention it when I ordered. The grilled chicken spring rolls I ordered were just thrown together. Even the peanut sauce tasted watered down. Definitely should have gone somewhere else. read more

Joy Pho & Teriyaki - Vietnamese Near Me - Auburn, Washington

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This is good place if you want pho and teriyaki together. It was awesome choice for me and my bf because he wanted teriyaki and i wanted some Vietnamese food. I got bun cha ( vermicelli noodle bowl with pork and egg roll). Overall price for food was very affordable thus portion is just good enough to fill your belly. Butter chicken was actually coated with butter which I liked but I could tell it is frozen chicken wings. Their spring roll was okay too. Server is very nice. They open til 10pm and even open on Sunday so you can get either pho or teriyaki anytime you are craving for. read more

Joy Pho & Teriyaki - Vietnamese Near Me - Auburn, Washington

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Searching for good pho out south and my boys had been here before. I just followed the flow. I thought the pho was just okay. Broth was a little on the weak side and the bowls are pretty small but it was fine. The place was completely empty the entire time we were there, which wasn't a good sign. But the staff was super polite, so it has that going for them. read more

For the amount of money that you paid for fried rice at this restaurant, you get half the amount that you would get anywhere else at a teriyaki restaurant. Just the container is smaller than the normal size container for fried rice. You have to search for the eggs, the shrimp wasn't clean, and you only got two pieces of it in the combo fried rice. If you want your money's worth, I would suggest you visit Sunny Teriyaki in Auburn! read more

Don't go there.Found bug in broth and gentleman tried to deny it and say it was black pepper.Got our refund and Never going there again. read more

Joy Pho & Teriyaki - A Bug with wings and Server said it was black pepper - Vietnamese Near Me - Auburn, Washington

Surprisingly expensive compared to most pho and teriyaki places. I asked to substitute extra salad instead of rice with my teriyaki and they were going to charge me $4 extra (on top of the already high prices). For lettuce. The teriyaki was not good, it almost tasted like it was in gravy rather than teriyaki sauce. And the portions were really small compared to most teriyaki places - again not sure what justified the higher price. Giving two stars rather than one because my kids enjoyed their pho. The kids "meal" didn't include anything except the pho, so not sure what made it a meal? read more

$16. Combo I received two shrimp the portions are ridiculously small don't come her food somewhere else wok teriyaki at least does three and $13. I'm so upset. read more

Joy Pho & Teriyaki - $16 combo two shrimp and small portions - Vietnamese Near Me - Auburn, Washington

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9 minutes ago I never post reviews unless it's positive. Ordered a large pho with steak and tendon. They barely put any steak and only 1 piece of tendon. It's a joke. I called and asked to speak to the manager and the lady who answered asked why. I said to discuss the order we just got. She said that the manager is not there and that they are very busy. I said I would like to talk to a manager before I post a negative review. She said again that they are very busy and I can email the manager and hang up on me. read more

Joy Pho & Teriyaki - I never post reviews unless it's positive. Ordered a large pho with steak and tendon. They barely put any steak and only 1 piece of tendon. - Vietnamese Near Me - Auburn, Washington

This is the best Pho restaurant I've ever gotten pho from. The broth is so good and the noodles are always cooked just right. Plus the service is phenomenal and the staff are always so friendly and upbeat!! 10/10 recommend if you want a delicious broth. The restaurant itself is quiet and they make sure you are taken care of! I moved a bit away from them but will still be giving them my business no matter how far read more

Oh this place! I've been here at least 40-50 times and it is always consistently awesome! There's one fella who runs the dining area and he is always so kind and polite. The food is just like a soul hug. They don't heap up the cilantro like other places which is a win in my book! The spring rolls are the best! Look. If you like pho you have to try this place. read more

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Food is 3 Service is 1 I support small business ,but never in my experience of dining , have I ever felt so disrespectful. When I arrived, the cashier ask Togo? Or eat here? I stated I would like to eat here, since I've been working as a caregiver. She had the most unwelcoming vibes, I have ever felt. The food was good need to give them that credit. When I was done, I ask for 2 to go container's ,so my noodles wont get soggy along my hour drive. She argue with me and told me to put it all one! I explained to her ,I have along drive and and it wont taste good once I get home. She gave me attitude and in veitnamese" Dough Ma" I know that means Montherfucker! I told her I'll pay for the container, then. While this was all happen the male worker was on the phone to someone, on speaker. Tbh, I dont go to restaurants to hear employees person conversations. This place is very unprofessional. Im sure alot of my associates and other foodies, would be dis please. Only good experience is the food,but atmosphere ? Not a place to got enjoy a meal if you want to relax. Note: if you come to this restaurant, pray you dont get these employees. and if you want peace,not a place to feel comfortable, because those employees will be talking beside your back. Sincerely, Caregiver looking for peace and same respect. MARVELOUS MONDAY!!! read more

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Stopped in tonight and ordered chicken teriyaki, orange chicken, and shrimp spring rolls with peanut sauce. It was my first time in. Brought it all home to share with my kids and have to say that I was disappointed right away. The orange chicken did not have any orange flavor. The chicken teriyaki tastes old, dry and not fresh. Not enough sauce on either dish. The rice is soggy, tastes watery. The spring rolls were tough and the peanut sauce was very watered down. I won't be back. read more

Pho broth was tasteless. Eggrolls werent bad. I wont go back.not worth it too slow for mediocere food.

Ended up trying this place out since they are open on Sundays. Compared to other Teriyaki joints in the area the portion was small. Also was suppose to be a 5 star on the spice I think they forgot it. read more

Joy Pho & Teriyaki - Spicy chicken teriyaki - Vietnamese Near Me - Auburn, Washington

Give this place three chances, but the staff alone just don't get it! It feels like you are not the customer, like you're not welcome and there is no Joy at this place! It's my on personal experience! read more

One of the best Pho I've ever had in a long time. I love supporting to small business instead of big businesses In my opinion. Wait time isn't that long. Just remember it's just husband and wife work in the restaurant wait time is like 10 minutes or less depending on how many people are there. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS PLACE FOR PHO LOVERS read more

No flavor, very little green onion, yellow onions cilantro not even chopped, no basil at all. For 14 bucks a bowl your better off just going to Safeway next door and getting a ramen pack, at least there will be flavor there. read more

This place is one of my favorite pho places in the area. Their broth is so good. I literally crave it all the time. It's family owned and everyone that works there is so nice. read more

I have had lots and lots of Pho, this place is mediocre and over priced for sure. They don't even have an actual combination Pho. They are charging $12.00 for what they call combination pho that only contains brisket a few straps of steak and a couple meatballs. The broth is nothing to rave about either. read more

Terrible everything. Service, cleanliness and amount of meat in soup. I'm shocked this place is still in business with all the terrible reviews. I highly recommend you go elsewhere. read more

I asked for a pork n egg sandwich I got nothing but egg. Guy was rude I was placing order and left me talking to myself and walked away He came back and said ok. Then he answered the phone and forgot about me. Will not be going back read more

We ordered to go and they wouldn't let let us choose which size of pho we wanted, which made me nervous because it was my first time trying this place and I wasn't sure if I would like it. Well I loved it. I got the chicken pho and it was actually tender and juicy chicken! Normally when I order chicken pho from anywhere it's tough and tendony which I don't like. The broth was rich and not too salty. The sprouts were fresh and the lime they gave was juicy. I've seen previous reviews saying they didn't hardly get any noodle, we got plenty so no complaints there either. I've been trying with no success to find pho in Auburn during this whole COVID situation and they did not disappoint. They did however run out of tapioca pearls for the boba, but I got it anyways. I recommend trying this place. It will be a go to from now on! read more

Joy Pho & Teriyaki - Chicken pho. I added sprouts, hoisen, and sriacha. - Vietnamese Near Me - Auburn, Washington

Just moved to Auburn from Seattle and trying to find a good Pho spot. Nah this is not the one read more

Joy Pho & Teriyaki - My Spring roll was full of unwashed brown lettuce and bean sprouts . Wth - Vietnamese Near Me - Auburn, Washington