This place in Factoria has some big portions for prices that scale pretty well, and I'm surprised…read moreit's been here for a long while yet I've only tried it now. This was on a Friday night at almost 6pm and my friend and I came in to a nearly empty interior that filled up throughout our stay. Is it just dinnertime that time or were my friend and I bringing in the crowds? You'll enjoy a very clean and well-kept restaurant with clean tables and chairs, with lighting that's very little but lights up the whole place well. Menu has a lot of offerings (both regular and vegetarian) but since it's dinnertime I decided on a rice dish as usual. I got their beef short ribs rice dish, which has their usual marinated short ribs with a fried egg and veggies. I actually liked how they offered their rice in a separate bowl, and everything else on one plate... which means the meat almost covered my whole plate! By the way, my friend got their grilled pork chop rice dish, and the meat also almost completely covered his plate. Both our meats were marinated so well and held in so much flavor, and came off their bones easily. We both agreed the grilled beef short rib dish I ordered was the winner because of the bolder and more defined marinated taste of the meat. I've tried so many Vietnamese restaurants and almost exclusively get their beef short ribs rice on the first visits of them, but this is the first time I've seen meat portions this huge for a rice dish. I'm thinking of coming back here for another visit even if I have to deal with the tight parking plaza this place is close to.

Yum yum yum! Square…read moreLotus was highly recommended by a local. It did not dissapoint. I visited with a large group and the staff was very attentive and kind. They have a large menu with lots of options, and lots of items I was not familiar with. Our table ordered the spring rolls with pork. They were delicious! I went with their Classsic Vermicilli bowl which comes with pork, shrimp, a tiny egg rolls, noodles and cucumbers. It was delicious the pork was very tasty and the shrimp were seasoned perfectly. The restaurant is large and definitely a spot for families both small and big. I only noticed a few to go orders. Great spot for Vietnamese food if you happen to find yourself in Bellevue.

I always order my usual pho dish the Pho Tai, at every pho place I go to. Pho Ever did not…read moredisappoint. We came here in the afternoon on our lunch break and the place was almost packed! Luckily, we quickly got seated, and our orders got taken. I asked for extra cilantro, and they perfectly accomplished that. I ordered the Pho Tai, medium-sized, which was about $16, sort of average pricing for pho. The meat quality was just good, but the broth was flavorful. Pho paired with Thai tea is one of the best combos, and their Thai tea was up to par! I would definitely come back if I were in the area!

Pho is mid and has been for a while now. Soup is watery and you could tell the meat was days old…read more Mostly crunchy fat. And portioning is diabolical. I have come many times over the years and the servers dont go out of their way to be nice. Thats fine, since pho restaurants usually have that vibe of just coming in for your food. But the last time i went, they did go out of their way; unfortunately to be RUDE instead. My friends and i came in at 8:30; we knew they closed at 9, but we had our orders ready, and they sat us without an issue (as it seemed). They then gave us attitude and rushed us the entire time. My friend asked the girl server with glasses for extra veggies. The server visibly hesitated, said yes, but then tried to explain the veggies were to portion. We said we understood that but simply wanted more. She agreed, but then proceeded to ignore us for the rest of the time. She ignored us when we said thank you, and stood behind our booth without saying anything; waiting for us to get up and leave. The other server (asian guy, about 20s, with a mask) who had sat us, stood and watched us eating the entire time. When he brought us the first two bowls of pho, he said it was x item, then randomly waved his hand at me to tell me it was y item (my order). It wasnt lol. When he rang us up, he basically threw us our reciepts to sign. In the past, it once took this same server my entire meal to refill my water and in the end he never did it. I didnt think coming in at 8:30 was crazy, especially when most of the restaurant was filled when we pulled up and we knew we could finish up by 9 (which we did). If youre going to ruin our meal AND experience because we came in at the last hour then dont bother seating us at all. And if youre going to have this much resentment at the end of your shift for giving customers extra veggies then learn how to say no. I as well as my two friends each have worked in customer service for a long time. We know its annoying to have late customers, and i dont know what kind of day they had. Its still unreasonable to behave like this at their grown working age. Like i said; learn how to say no, maybe your shift wont be so miserable. And dont take it out on your customers; its a terrible business look. Ive tolerated the small things like them not being the most friendly or forgetting to fill my water; ive once overlooked them giving me the wrong order before. But i will not be coming back anymore since i prefer not to have staring competitions with my power-tripping server.

First, the restaurant was clean, which is why I am giving them five stars. The staff continuously…read morechecked on us while we waited for our names to be called, which is a significant positive aspect of our experience that is not commonly encountered. They have delicious, reasonably priced cuisine. I was particularly impressed by their unique spring roll, aside from the pho noodles. I am looking forward to returning with my friends and giving it a try.

The missus and I snagged the second last open table when we arrived on a late Friday evening (no…read morereservations! Walk in only!). The staff were friendly and polite - and they graciously accommodated my peanut allergy, and quickly accommodated small requests like for bowls or extra napkins. We ordered four items: the missus got the bun bo hue, and I got the special beef pho. We shared the pancake and the spring roll. The noodle dishes were decent, but the standout was the Vietnamese pancake. Definitely order this if you're on the fence! The restaurant got a lot busier after we got our food - at least two or three parties who arrived (two each) had to wait between 5-10 min for a table to clear. The staff are super efficient at clearing tables so you won't need to wait long, but the downside of this place is that their popularity easily exceeds their capacity - so be patient! I don't have any notes for ambiance. Parking is available in the same plaza, but there isn't much - a lot are reserved for specific businesses between specific hours, so be careful not to park in an open business if you intend to eat here!

The food and service here is unmatched! Definitely good for a date night or a more upscale night…read moreout. I would highly recommend the drunken chicken and the red plate if you want variety !

Loyal Customer, $800+ Spent -- Birthday Celebration Handled Poorly…read more I visited Monsoon Bellevue for my birthday with a group of 12. I've been here many times over the years for birthdays and group dinners, and until this visit, I had never experienced anything like this. We called ahead and were told our party size and the fact that this was a birthday celebration were fine. Based on past experiences, Monsoon has typically offered a small birthday dessert or acknowledgment, so we came in expecting a normal, welcoming experience. Our group spent over $800 during this visit. While the food was okay, the service was extremely poor. Our server, John, was curt and unfriendly from the start, and there was no acknowledgment of the birthday at all, which was already a noticeable departure from how previous celebrations have been handled here. The situation escalated at the end of the meal. After only about 45 minutes, just as we brought out two birthday cakes and were preparing to cut them, we were abruptly told we had to leave because we had "been there too long." While saying this, the server pointed to his watch, clearly indicating that our presence was an inconvenience. He also stated that other parties were waiting for our table. However, there was no one waiting in the lobby or outside, and multiple tables were visibly empty at the time. This made the explanation feel inconsistent with what was actually happening in the restaurant. When we spoke with the manager, he said there had been a "miscommunication." In reality, it appeared there was no communication at all between management and the server. The manager had previously indicated everything would be fine, yet the server acted as though none of that had been discussed. When pressed, the manager said there was nothing he could do, offering no resolution or accountability. The overall experience felt rushed, dismissive, and unwelcoming, as though we were not wanted there. I can't speak to the reason for that, but the impact was clear. Everyone at the table felt the same way -- extremely disappointed -- and every one of us agreed we will not be returning. Given my long history with this restaurant, this was especially upsetting. I would strongly caution anyone planning a birthday, celebration, or group dinner to reconsider this location.

No frills Vietnamese pho shop in the plaza with the Asian Family Mart. Doing decent business for a…read moreweeknight. Medium-small interior, pretty simple, nothing fancy. The staff are Vietnamese so you can order in Vietnamese or English. Menu has a selection of appetizer, vermicelli bowls and pho, along with some non-Vietnamese dishes. Got a large bowl of oxtail pho. Large is $2 more than regular size and the difference in size seems worth it. Tasted like standard pho. Noodles and soup are decent. A few pieces of oxtail with soft, tasty meat. Not a lot meat, but beef is expensive these days, and for ~$18, it was okay. Overall, food was decent. Tasted as expected, not expensive. 3.5 stars round up to 4.

came at after lunch hours and got told to "sit anywhere" and all the tables are nice and clean…read more The service was fast and the food came out hot, we asked for the meat to be well done just in case, and left feeling full and satisfied. The broth is delicious and the noodles had a little bit of a stale taste, unsure if because it was in a giant wad at the bottom, but even after a good stir there was a weird aftertaste. The portion size is GREAT! Adding jalapenos and basil on top is a must. Sauces and extras are all on the table for you. It's a pretty solid, down-to-earth casual pho place.

Came here for dinner the other night and absolutely loved it…read more Pros: + Extremely friendly with dietary restrictions + Pure vegetarian only restuarant + Staff is super super friendly + Delicious cocktails + Large variety of mocktails as well + Gorgeous interior + Reasonable street side parking All in all, absolutely love this place and will be back soon IG: AndTheNextAdventureBegins

Chay Concept: Vietnamese Cuisine Reimagined…read more Chay Concept is a revelation. This is high-end Vietnamese, but not what you're expecting. If you're craving pho, look elsewhere--this is high-concept cuisine with flawless execution. The kind of place that challenges what you think Vietnamese food can be. Here's what makes it remarkable: it's entirely vegetarian with vegan options available. And somehow, that constraint becomes the canvas for extraordinary creativity. Both the food and drinks showcase genuine artistry--calling it a masterpiece isn't hyperbole. Whether you're vegetarian, vegan, or neither, this place deserves your attention. The inventiveness and technical skill on display transcend dietary categories. They've earned a customer for life. I'd suggest everyone experience what they're doing here at least once. You won't forget it.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Very clean, pork belly buns inhave never seen before, FANTASTIC ox-tail pho, papaya salad and SPAM…read morebanh mi.!!!!!!!!!

A great variety of viet dishes you may not be able to find elsewhere!…read more My partner and I chose this place because we were craving soup to help with the cold. We ended up choosing a place close and were not disappointed at all. This restaurant is located off a busy street but it luckily offers a parking lot which can be hard to come by in Seattle. Because we came on the earlier side, we were seated quite quickly :) The space is pretty large so I don't think I would worry about a wait on a weekday. We were very impressed by the options provided. I usually don't find Bun Bo Hue on the menu often which is what my partner ended up ordering. I ordered the Bun rieu which is even harder to come by. We also ordered the crispy butter garlic wings to share which was a perfect choice. The service was very fast and we were pleasantly surprised at how quickly our stuff came out after placing our order. The portions were also HUGE and we both had enough to take home for a second meal. The Bun rieu was super tomatoey and had a rich flavor which the crab. My mom makes Bun rieu at home and I was very much happy with this bowl too, reminded me a lot of how my mom makes it! The Bun Bo Hue was not super spicy but we appreciated being able to customize. The garlic wings were SOOOO good. So crispy and seasoned so well, we would 100% get these again they were so good. We left very full, warm, and satisfied with this pick. We likely will be back in the near future!

Was looking for a place to grab lunch to go and saw this place. Didn't realize that they closed at…read more2 pm. I walked in and it looked like they basically sell out by the end of closing time. I was lucky to grab a few! I had the crispy shrimp one and it was mouth watering! Their fan fave, just simple strawberry cream was fluffy and delicious. The egg salad was savory and just what I needed! The ube on the other hand was a little too dense for me with the jam and cream. But it was still good. Great place, will come again when I need a quick bite!

I've been here a couple times. I like the sweet sandwiches more than the savory. The strawberries…read moreand cream & black sesame with red bean are my favorites so far. The pork cutlet and egg salad were just okay. Nothing special at all with the egg salad, tasted more bland than the ones I make at home. I'll be back to try more flavors a little earlier in the day before all the good flavors sell out. Staff are friendly, shop is very small.

I had a delicious bowl of vegetable tofu pho with beef broth! Very tasty, hot broth and fresh…read morevegetables (broccoli, bok choy, carrots). Service was fast! Egg rolls are awesome too! Clean bathrooms, lots of parking. Zero complainants!!

12/22/2025 Yummy…read morePho in Redmond is perfect on a cold, rainy night. The hot beef pho warmed me right up! The broth was rich and tasty. But the best part? The crispy garlic chicken wings!! Super crunchy, full of flavor, and just the right amount of sweet and spicy. The place is cozy, the staff is friendly, and the food comes out fast. If you're cold and hungry, this spot will make you feel better in no time.

Every time I shop at the Southgate Oriental Market--and since the weather here is almost always…read morerainy--the pho smelled so good that I finally decided to give this place a try. Back in California, I went on a mission to find the most authentic, best pho, so my expectations are usually super high. This time, though, I just wanted to satisfy my craving for a hot bowl of rice noodle soup, not go full-on food critic, lol. The ambiance was nothing fancy but it was spacious. The Bathroom was fairly clean. Tables were a bit crowded with sauces and condiments; the sauce bottles were all open and the spoons and sauce plates weren't super clean... that's okay, I guess some germs make me stronger. The brisket was super tender and meaty--I enjoyed it. The noodles were a bit overcooked, though, and there wasn't enough cilantro or onions for my taste. My kiddo ordered fried wings, which were just... okay. Spring rolls? Meh, sorry. But the pho itself was satisfying enough to curb my craving, so overall, everything was okay. The server was attentive and friendly. I forgot to grab a banh mi to go.

Tried giving this place another chance after years. Years ago remember the food being okay but a…read morebit pricey and not the best service. Sadly not much has changed. Ordered the I Love Pho and the broth was good but I noticed the beef tendon I was biting into had a hair like thing in it. I immediately lost my appetite and investigated. It was not a long black hair but nasty enough it was a long black string which also shouldn't be in the food. I had to raise my hand to get a server to help me. He grabbed the older gentleman who immediately did apologize and gave me a weird explanation basically admitting fault and saying this happens. Seems food safety is not priority here. He offered me a new bowl or something else and said he would not charge me but I lost my appetite and couldn't trust it after that so I decided to leave and won't be returning ever and don't recommend.