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I'm not really into pho. I went here on a date. The atmosphere was very well lacking and they didn't really have good customer service. The food was not that great but then again I'm not a fan of this type of cuisine.
Dammit if this pho wasn't so good. All 2 stars go to that. The horrible service took off the other 3 stars. It's weird cuz it seems like everyone comes in here for the same thing so they couldn't care less about the service. I will say, that as soon as I ordered my food it was to the table in less than 2 minutes, and that's no exaggeration. But no greeting, you basically go to the counter, tell them dine in if you're dining in, they tell you where to go. Then the owner, who also seems to be cook and the waiter just does it all. Other thing was these MFers ration the damn napkins. This hot ass food and they give you one napkin. Ain't happening with one napkin. I asked for a couple more and dude gave me attitude about how the napkins are expensive and then proceeded to count 2 napkins and gave me the two napkins. Good pho, but nasty service. Hit up Pho Van just down the road. And when you're done you have to get up and go to the counter to pay.
The food here is the epitome of Vietnamese comfort food. On a rainy day, the spicy broth with tender beef soothes the soul through the diffusion of warm broth upon the nose, esophagus, and bronchial tubes. Vietnamese spice is a unique spice; robust with palatable flavor and lingering heat. The service is fast, efficient, and the food is made with care and dedication to authenticity. The greens like cilantro, Húng quế (basil), pork egg rolls, and lime coalesce with the broth in a way that can only be described as inefable. Please eat here on a rainy day, on a sunny day, on a day where comfort food is beckoning. Slip into the frequency of the ambiance. Speak to the hostess in numbers (ie 38 for spicy beef pho). Be concise and she will be kind :) I love this place for pho. As a native Californian taking a suggestion from a Vietnamese friend, I've been visiting here for about two years now and it remains consistent. Please don't waste your time anywhere else :)
First off, I have been here before. It was a few years back and I did like it very much not sure why I did not review it then so here it goes for this visit. Whereas previously it was a 5 for me it is now sadly a 2 or 3. 2 big issues detracted points. 31 is tucked into a corner of a strip to the left of Publix as you come in off Gateway. When you enter you notice it's kind of funky with that cool Florida vibe. It's unpretentious as this type of restaurant generally is. Plenty of seating at lunchtime even though it's not real big. Menu as before features pictures of the dish, sandwich or bowl with VN name and English description. I honestly didn't notice that taped onto the menu it said 1-3$ up. Easy to miss and I was mad afterward when I went to pay for my 14.95 bowl of seafood Pho and it was what? $18.95. I said what? And then I learned prices have gone up. I'll say! That being stated the soup was really good with lots of different seafood items that filled me up. It was when I was paying that I put my arm around the owner a nice guy but apparently to engrossed in his duties and the cell phone that he was playing with the whole time I was there to um how shall I say this, clean the bathrooms. Gross is putting it mildly. I have attached a picture of the light switch I did not attach the picture of the toilet seat that I lifted in order to pee. Sad to report this but I must, the under of the seat was as dirty as the light switch but with you know what. And it was caked on for a while it seems to me. If I had seen that prior to eating, I would have walked out for sure! Probably only cleaned once a every couple or few weeks if that. To my way of thinking restaurants are obligated to clean the bathroom daily. Makes you wonder about the cleanliness of the kitchen, food handlers, cook etc. I did not get sick just grossed out and I won't go back.
Good service by the waitress doing it all. Food came quickly and was freshly prepared. Flavors were authentic. Restaurant was crowded but plenty of tables. Excellent option for Vietnamese food in Boynton Beach.
While I was in the area, I decided to pop in to get a quick pho lunch to go. It's located in a small plaza off of Gateway west of 95 north of Publix. The menu has a lot of options and it wasn't easy narrowing it the choice. The grilled pork with rice noodles was excellent. I was surprised how much they were able to fit in the takeout container since the portions were huge. The pork was flavored nicely and it went well with the rice noodles. It came with a salad with a tangy dressing on the side. The order was placed when I got there and I got it within 10 minutes. The reasonable prices and quick service did the trick for me. I wouldn't mind going back and trying some of the other items they have in the future.
Tons on the menu, a lot of authentic things that other restaurants don't provide. Food is good and service is quick. Lost of star due to restaurant can use a nice deep clean, tables look a little suspicious but a wipe down eases the mind.
This little mom and pop spot serves the best pho in Boyton hands down! They're a small family owned operation with no website and some of the freshest food around. When you walk inside it has a feel as if you walked into someone's home rather than a restaurant. Very cozy and inviting. I always like to start off with a Vietnamese sandwich for an app. Its served on perfectly crisp bread with just the right amount of mayo. The pho at this spot is definitely the must have though. It's seasoned perfectly without being overly salty like a lot of other places make it. Overall a great spot if you're in the mood for good Vietnamese but do note that they are randomly closed on Thursdays.
This is an updated review as I'm 99% sure I wrote a review the week that it opened. When I am sick there is one thing that I want to eat/drink: soup. First soup of choice being my mom's rendition of chicken noodle soup followed by pho. From the aroma and spiciness of the broth to the freshness of ingredients that melt into perfection when they meet the steaming broth all the way to the hot chilli paste that opens up my sinuses to help me enjoy this deliciousness and start feeling better again. Today while on a meds run, I stopped in at Pho 31 to both save myself some miles and to see if they have redeemed themselves. I'm so happy to say that they have. My pho was perfect. Perfect flavor, perfect portion and perfect meal to give me the strength I needed. I ordered to go but remarked how nice the seating area was and the addition of beer and wine to enjoy with your meal. I loved that the menu included pictures and the authentic name of the entrees. I'm looking forward to coming back and trying out some other dishes!
4 1/2 stars. Believe the reviews. I'm always a bit skeptical when a new place has very high reviews and those giving a place 5 stars haven't written very many reviews of other places. But after a recent not so good experience at a new Vietnamese restaurant in Boca Raton, I was craving a good banh mi and more. This location was familiar to us -- it used to be a decent hot dog place until the owners changed formats. The strip of stores on the north side of Gateway Bvd now boasts a hot pot restaurant, another pho place, and this restaurant. They've done a lovely job of redecorating the inside. Black lacquered tables and bamboo. The menu is quite large. No skimping or cutting corners here. All items are pictured and numbered, too. So instead of the banh mi, I wound up ordering their pancake (sometimes called Happy Pancake) on other's menus. I was also very happy to see you could order one spring roll for only $1.75! It was small, but a good starter while waiting for my hot food. I ordered one with shrimp only. It came tightly packed. They don't offer peanut sauce (I don't think so), but have a pitcher of clear dipping sauce on the table that you can pour into a small dish. There are small flakes of hot red pepper in it, so I wound up using hoisin sauce. My husband got their roast pork banh mi. The bread was slightly toasted -- crunchy and perfect on the outside. Inside was grilled pork and the usual fresh veggies. Although there were no jalapeños, He said it was a very, very good sandwich. And a bargain at $5.50. My pancake came out on a huge plate. On the side was lettuce (to use as a wrap), plus carrots, cilantro, and basil leaves. The pancake crepe was perfectly cooked inside and out -- light and airy. Inside it was packed with pork, bean sprouts, and shrimp. I ate some of it as is and the rest wrapped in lettuce and dipped in the sauces. Just delicious. Note -- they've just received their beer and wine license, but haven't stocked up yet. Meanwhile, they have Asian drinks and canned sodas. If you've had so so Vietnamese food, this is the place to come to see how it's really supposed to be made. You won't regret it.
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I stopped in on a Monday afternoon with some friends for lunch. We sat ourselves in the fairly empty restaurant & a waiter approached our table shortly after with menus. After browsing the vast menu options, I ordered the rare beef noodle pho. It did not take long for our food to arrive & it was piping hot. Being a pretty big fan of pho, I must admit this is some of the best pho that I have had in the area in a long while. The broth was fantastic, the beef was not overcooked, and all of the fillings were very hearty & tasty. Portion size was way more than I needed, but I was elated to have leftovers for lunch the next day. I cannot wait to introduce my friends to this restaurant. Looking forward to pho here in the future! read more
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Unless you have been living under a rock or just could careless about eating other then to survive then it is impossible to not notice the plethora of vietnamese restaurants that have popped up in South Florida (and around the country for that matter). And given the bursting flavors and amazing culinary experience that this ethnic food offers we can consider ourselves gifted to have such wonderful options. And so comes another choice. Pho 31 is not just another Pho eatery. The colorful menu is covered front to back with appetizers, banh mi sandwiches, awesome ethnic dinner dishes, and of course pho. This was my second visit to Pho 31. My first time here was with the wife. I wasn't super hungry so decided on some spring rolls and clear dumplings. They were good and the wife's traditional pho was very good but it was other items on the menu that I wanted to try for the next visit. And so, this time around, I decided on the fried pork dumplings and a grilled pork bahn mi. The dumplings were small wontons that were just little bundles of joy. Definilty a must try if your a dumpling fanatic like I am. They are deeply fried so this was a cheat meal for me, but they really were irresistible. Super flavorful pork filling accompanied by the sweat, hot and savory dip of the nuac mam fish sauce. Incredible. Then the bahn mi. While I am not the biggest pate fan, I just love these small sandwiches for some reason. It is just such a comfort meal for me. It's so simple yet so complex in its taste. And yes, Pho 31 does an awesome job in nailing it down right. I think the biggest problem with banh mi's I've had in Florida is just the bread quality. But that's my opinion on bagels, French bread, etc. down here. However, the crispy French roll was very good and the perfect vehicle for this sandwich. I was pleasantly surprised. I whole heartedly endorse this restaurant for those local to the area or that might be close and have a hankering for vietnamese cuisine. Give the menu a good look over as this place offers much more then pho. Oh, and how can I forget; the prices are actually below what I consider normal these days. You're wallet will thank you and I thank Pho 31 for that. I'll be back for sure. Disclaimer: the service is slow. But I can look past that as they have never messed up an order and are extremely polite. I think it's worth the extra wait for good food. Plus, Americans like myself are always in such a hurry so if the experience is worth it then I have no problem slowing life down for a good meal. Maybe we could all benefit from slowing things down sometimes. Just a thought. But now I'm rambling... read more
7 years ago
We eat here at least once a week. Great for pho, as the name suggests Haven't tried many other items from the menu. read more
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At 25 years of life, I have just discovered pho, and I'm glad to have discovered it at Pho31! A generous bowl of Pho Tai is $9.35. I came post-workout and couldn't even finish the portion despite how delicious it was. The broth is light but with depth of flavor, and the beef slices are lean but tender. A group of four of us also shared the shrimp, pork, and veggie pancake ($9.95) as an appetizer. The "pancake" is thin and crispy and paired with fresh lettuce, Thai basil, and pickled carrots. We were taught by the hostess to eat the dish with the "fish sauce," which is in an unlabeled rectangular glass in the sauce caddy. The sauce tasted vinegar-based and added a bright acidity that actually wasn't fishy. The restaurant itself is clean and modern with Vietnamese themed decor. There's a cute but slightly startling recorded voice that greets you when you walk in. All in all, I'd definitely recommend coming here and will be back to try more of the menu! read more
Pho Real!! Sometimes getting lost can present pleasant surprises. This place offers fresh authentic Vietnamese food. Loved the summer rolls and the vermicelli noodles with spring rolls. I was intrigued by a basket placed in each table filled with special sauces to further enhance the flavor of your food. Wow- the homemade sauce was out this world. Taste like grandma is cooking for you! read more
6 years ago
Food was delicious. It was the boys first time there and they enjoyed it. Everything was so delicious. The staff was sweet and very attentive. Mask were worn and seating was spaced. The is ample parking and a table outside if you wanted to eat outside. Support local businesses Thanks read more
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I absolutely love this place!!! I've tried so many different places before but nothing compares to this one. The food is beyond delicious, the staff treats you so good and they serve you the food as quickly as they can. It is a family owned business and we got to meet the husband and wife of this awesome restaurant. If I could give more than 5 stars I would. Truly a great food experience read more
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My 11 year old who thinks she is the pho authority had me drive her 40 mins from our house to try this place. The drive was well worth it. My foodie daughter said it best "the broth is authentic." Any pho expert as she calls herself knows that good pho takes hours to make and the flavor can be savored in the delicious broth. We had the beef and chicken which were wonder-licious. Nice big portions for a great price. We will definitely make the drive again to eat here. read more
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Absolutely love this place. Small, clean and pleasant place for us Pho lovers. The beef Thai Pho so fresh. The fried rolls! Wow what a treat. We will be eating here all the time. read more
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I've been to Vietnam and had 20 bowls of Pho, this restaurant is the closest to The real McCoy!! Very impressed and AMAZING Food!!! read more
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Hot pho. Good selection of egg rolls. Fresh egg rolls. Hand rolled egg roll. Today was cold and a hot pho soup with good flavor was needed. We stopped by pho31. It was everything we wanted. read more
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It's pretty good. The service could be better. Slow and no drinks got refilled. After taking order & bringing the food, never came back to the table. There was multiple dirty tables not getting cleared when people were done. Our drinks and other tables never got refills. So everybody was chewing on their ice. I don't know why this person is walking around and just taking orders and just dropping food and just leaving everyone without service. Ended up going to counter to pay like other people so minus one star for lack of service and attending to guests. There is another Pho place right down I will continue to go to over to that place. read more
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