We went for an early diner via recommendation from a friend. Parking was easy and we were seated right away. The place is clean and cozy. They were not busy. They bought out a free bowl of noodle soup for the little one. That was really nice. We ordered different kinds of pho. They let you choose thick or thin noodles. Everything tasted great. Soup was good and doesn't make you thirsty afterwards. The rib in the rib pho was really flavorful. Highly recommend it. read more

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One of the better pho shops around. I love how they give you filet instead of cheaper cuts of meat. Their xi Quach has lots of tendon. Definitely recommend getting it The broth was good. But I'll say. I wanted more pho flavor. Overall good bowl of pho but I had better. Plus cause lots of parking and their were very nice. And only had to ask for things once like extra lemons read more

Pho 45 - Vietnamese Near Me - Garden Grove, California

Pho 45 serves an amazing bowl of pho. They really pack it with ingredients, and the meat-to-noodle ratio is excellent. The broth is clear, smooth, and full of clean flavor without feeling heavy or overly seasoned. You can tell the ingredients taste fresh and high quality. From the cuts of meats, to the noodles, and the table side veggie add ins. The venue itself is on the smaller side, so expect a wait during busy hours, but it's definitely worth it once you're seated. read more

I came here with my parents on a Tuesday around noon. The space was small, so there was a brief wait. Still, it didn't feel crowded or noisy at all, just comfortable. In a way, I would say that the food is comfortable, too. I thought that the flavors were a bit mild, but the portions made up for it. I got lots and lots of chicken in my pho ga. My mom got ASMR-worthy crispy egg rolls in her bun cha gio. My dad got not one, not two, but THREE short ribs with bones in his pho suon bo!!! My only regret is not getting a drink. The blenders were singing a siren song, and I noticed four different smoothies on the menu. read more

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Best place in GG great service good authentic pho trust I've been to many in gg this one is one of the best. Broth good. Seating is tight mom and pop atmosphere but great food read more

This place is a Korean own pho spot and this did not disappoint. The service was super fast and amazing. The pho was decently priced and the ambiance is fast paced. Everything we ordered hit the spot. I give it a solid 5/5. Not much to say but you have to try it. read more

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After Disneyland we found this place located in a plaza with plenty of parking. Upon arrival we did have to put our names down and waited outside. Since this place does get busy. Small little restaurant, but the food was authentic. The outside doesn't have the greatest smell due to sewers water, but food came out fast and the staff were very attentive. The pho broth was seasoned just right, and they had variety of noodles for the pho thin or thick. The only con I did order the short ribs pho just to try, usually I never order this but first for everything. The meat did not feel tender, so I just mainly ate the broth and noodles. The Vietnamese coffee was on point though and spring rolls! read more

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Came here at around 1pm on a Tuesday. We were seated and served right away even though there were hardly any empty tables. Was super excited bc I hardly get to go out for lunch. The broth was good. I got the rib pho which I must admit was huge but there was a lot of tendon and fat to pick through. I should've just got what my husband got which was a regular pho. Service was ok. Ambiance is in and out. read more

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The servers here are all so welcoming and friendly. Pho broth was flavorful. Meat was tender everything was good. The small size was plenty for me. Definitely a well rounded pho joint in OC. read more

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My usual pho spot was closed so I cruised here for lunch. Three things I look for that tell me a pho place is good: a busy restaurant, a line outside, and people eating by themselves. This place had all 3, including families and non-Asian people eating as well. I was greeted from the moment I came in. The staff were friendly and most importantly confident in their food. I said it was good, MF said it was great hahaha. I like a little spunk. Probably the best beef broth in OC. Plenty of meat given. You also get a choice of fat or skinny noodles (Northern or Southern style). Really close to the Pho 79 standard that Vietnamese people know. If you're in the area, and not looking to drive all the way to Westminster for a bowl of pho, this is the spot. In the words of the great Alysa Liu: THAT'S WHAT I'M FCKIN TALKING ABOUT!!! read more

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Came here on a Saturday night. We got seated right away. My husband ordered a large pho ($1 more from the small). He got a #1 (combination w/everything - tripe, tendon, brisket, rare steak and well-done flank). The broth was very tasty and not super oily like some other places. I got the #41 (grilled pork and egg rolls) vermicelli dish. The grilled pork was tender and had a lot of flavor After we placed our order it came out lightning fast! The soups were all very hot and loaded with meat!! Overall, service was great, price is reasonable and pho is delicious. We probably will be returning in the future. read more

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Was in the area so decided to stop by Pho 45 after hearing from people that it's one of the best in OC. Upon arriving, wait staff were extremely friendly and greeted people at the door. Orders were taken quickly and water/drinks plus condiments were out seconds after. Food came out pretty quickly as most pho shops do. The pho broth tastes clean, beefy, a hint of sweetness, not overly salty. In my opinion this is the perfect everyday broth. Most places in OC have either a dark herb heavy broth or a light sweet broth. The previous reviews are not kidding when it comes to the portions, definitely generous and good quality. Didn't seem that busy when I went, possibly because it was close to opening time, perhaps busier on weekends. Would definitely visit again! Friendly people and amazing food. read more

Pho 45 - Pho 45 Dac Biet Large - Vietnamese Near Me - Garden Grove, California

Hole in the wall! Hidden in a plaza by a well-known Ondal Korean restaurant, this place offers a super affordable and delicious bowl of pho. Service is quick too! For their No. 1 special with LARGE pieces of tendon and lots of meats, it's only $14.50. What's crazier is that their LARGE size is only $1 more so cheap! Soup is not heavy and LOTS of stuff on it that you can even see the noodle read more

Pho 45 - No. 1 special - Vietnamese Near Me - Garden Grove, California

I am sorry I have doubted you my glorious king Pho 45. No matter what I come here at least once a week, order the same number 6 large, skinny noodles, with steamed bean sprouts, and sliced onions. With a glass of iced jasmine tea, the hangover that haunted me has now perished. This pho restaurant is very close and dear to my heart. The service is impeccable and they provide everything I need at the perfect time. The LeBron of pho read more

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Pretty good pho place in OC! There's a bit of a wait, but it moves quick. They take your order quickly and serve everything quickly too. It's a very fast paced service restaurant which is a win for me! The soup is savory without being heavy or oily. There's SO MUCH meat like wayyyy more meat than other places and they give a lot of noodle too! A small size (which, is by no means small) is $13.99 and the large is $14.99 per bowl. The large will give more meat too, not just extra noodle or soup. VERY worth but also a VERY big portion. Also, you can pick your choice of small or big noodles. What was new for me was the 2 FREE items on the menu! Han Dam (pickled onions) and Hanh Tran Nuoc Beo (oil, most likely from the pho broth) really added to the experience. I added the onions and the oil into my bowl of soup and I think it upped the flavor profile for me. The veggies were fresh and they refilled hot tea for us too! The beef balls are also good and bouncy. The only disappointment was the egg rolls. Very small, not worth at all. The filling wasn't good either. It didn't match up to the quality of the pho at all so we were like ahh... this is what we get for ordering this. They're not known for it so just stay clear! Big parking lot, line moves quick (if there is one), and pay at the cashier (they won't give at table). read more

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We got the large Pho 45, and it was a great portion for sharing. The broth was really flavorful and delicious without being too heavy. They give a generous amount of meat, it honestly felt like there was more meat than noodles, which we loved. The prices were reasonable and affordable. Service was quick, and while the inside is on the smaller side, there are still a decent amount of tables. Definitely a solid spot for pho! read more

Pho 45 - Pho 45 Dac Biet - Vietnamese Near Me - Garden Grove, California

Pho 45 has a delicious bowl of pho. Came in for lunch on a Monday and the place was pretty packed. The service was amazing, very quick and friendly. I got the combination pho and some egg rolls. Sorry yelpers but I forgot to take pictures of the menu. read more

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SERVICE (4/5): It's a traditional Vietnamese place, they bring you everything you need. If you need something additional, make sure to grab their attention and they'll bring it right away. But don't count on them coming by to check on you, just not how it works. When you're done with your meal, go to the cashier to pay. FOOD (4/5): $10 EGG ROLLS (4 PIECES): perfectly crispy & delicious! Served with fresh lettuce that you wrap around the egg roll and dip into the Nuoc Mam (fish sauce). $15 MINCED PORK (PIG SKIN) & GRILLED PORK VERMICELLI: I LOVED the grilled pork! It's so flavorful. I realize after trying this that I DO NOT like pig skin. For some reason I thought it would be crispy, but it was soft and chewy. Not my thing, I'll remember for next time. BUT the dish as a whole was yummy & super filling! Served COLD. read more

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So yummy! Lots of options for meats/protein in the soup, and you can choose between two different noodle sizes! Both my dining partner and I got the large bowls and it was plenty of food for a late lunch. Highly recommend the spring rolls as well. The peanut sauce was delicious! Service was quick and everyone greeted us as we entered. We dined at 3pm, so it was between lunch and dinner but there was still a steady flow of takeout and dining in. read more

I've tried a few pho spots in the Little Saigon area and this is definitely up there on the list. The filet mignon pho is so good! It's made with tender slices of beef, plenty of it too, and the broth is rich without being overly salty. I like that they let you pick between thick or thin rice noodles (I went with thin, and it was perfect). The shrimp spring rolls are also worth ordering. They're fresh, light, wrapped tightly. It makes such a huge difference since at other spots they fall apart when dipping. Lastly, service was great and prices were super reasonable for the quality and portion sizes. read more

Pho 45 - Shrimp spring rolls - Vietnamese Near Me - Garden Grove, California

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Rotten bean sprouts were served . Do NOT come here. So dirty gross. I want to give negative star for this place for food quality: dirty, salty, too much msg. read more

Pho 45 - Rotten bean sprouts were served - Vietnamese Near Me - Garden Grove, California

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I have pretty high standards when it comes to pho. This place has great food, great service and all for a reasonable price. Would definitely recommend and return! read more

The pho here is alright. The filet mignon meat was pretty rough and hard to chew. The soup was okay and not too salty. Feels like they didn't enough noodles compared to other pho places. It gets the job done if you're craving Pho but there are better places around the area. We only came here because we were hungry and this was the closest pho place to us. Plus side: the food comes out super fast and servers are nice. read more

Pho 45 - Pho Tai Filet Mignon - Vietnamese Near Me - Garden Grove, California

The taste, portion size, and price are all excellent. It's a great deal that you can upgrade to a large size for just $1 more on a small order. Personally, I recommend the thick noodles, though they're a bit on the soft side. I'd definitely like to try some of the other items on the menu next time. read more

Pho 45 is another great local pho spot in Garden Grove to go to, especially when other pho places get a huge Sunday lunch rush. There is a quick turnaround time between patrons, and very quick service as well. I've been here multiple occasions, and I always enjoy the egg rolls, spring rolls, and either the pho or the bun thit nuong. Their pho comes out hot and the broth is delicious. Also you can get a side of pickled onions and steamed bean sprouts here too, which is another sign of a great pho restaurant. The interior of Pho 45 is on the smaller side, but most people eat quick here too. The last time that we went, there was some leaks in the roof from the big storms that hit socal, but hope now that it's sunny they don't have anything of the sort anymore. Definitely a great spot to go to. read more

First time eating here, got brisket pho. As soon as I was finishing I see bugs floating around in my broth, I even took a picture of them on the spoon. Told them and they said "it was hot so bugs were probably going to be in our food" as an excuse which is disgusting! They were judging us since the beginning. Gave me a very insincere apology which was so rude. DO NOT RECOMMEND!! NEVER COME HERE SAVE UR MONEY!!! read more

Pho 45 - Bugs in broth - Vietnamese Near Me - Garden Grove, California

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Growing up in Garden Grove, being a middle aged man now, and pho being my favorite type of food, I've had a lot of pho. This place stands out and is in my top 3. read more

One of the best pho spots in OC. There is usually no wait to get seated. Service is quick and food comes out pretty fast. I usually get number 5 pho tai chin in small size. It is super filling and I love the broth for the pho here since it is less greasy. They give lots of meat and noodles so it is worth it. Definitely worth checking out. read more

Good amount of pho and very tasty! I had the #1 which was delicious. Would go back again.

Pho 45 definitely isn't what it used to be. Before COVID, this was my go-to spot and it used to get packed. During the pandemic, it fell off a bit--which was understandable given the circumstances and the makeshift outdoor setup. I decided to give it another try on a weeknight, and while the staff was very nice, the food was just... mediocre. The broth and portion size were decent, but nothing stood out. With so many pho spots in the area, I'd probably try somewhere else next time. read more

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At most a 3 star amongst the pho spots in OC. The pho dac biet is decent/good for the price but the soup is lukewarm and not piping hot. Bun tit nuong is ok. Nothing to write home about. Their bun is choppy and breaks easily. Service overall is fine, it gets crowded but people move in and out very fast read more

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Best service, best value, still the best pho in OC i have been to at least 30 other pho places and none can compare read more

Pho 45 - Combo #5 with thin noodles - Vietnamese Near Me - Garden Grove, California

Service was absolutely amazing fast and stuff very appreciated Thai tea was absolutely amazing read more

Pho 45 - Vietnamese Near Me - Garden Grove, California

Good soup! They offer pickled onions which paired so well with the meat. Don't forget to ask for their chili oil. read more

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My partner and I ordered takeout from Pho 45 and shared the Chả Giò (egg rolls) and Bún Thịt Nướng (vermicelli noodles with grilled pork)--and both dishes were excellent. The egg rolls were crispy and flavorful, and they came with fresh lettuce and herbs to wrap them in before dipping into the fish sauce. It added such a refreshing balance to the rich egg rolls, and we loved every bite. The Bún Thịt Nướng was equally delicious. The portion size was generous--more than enough for the two of us to feel full. The grilled pork was tender, perfectly seasoned, and packed with flavor, while the vermicelli noodles were cooked just right. The fresh veggies and herbs brought a great crunch and brightness to the dish, tying it all together. Since we ordered to go, I can't comment much on the dine-in service or atmosphere, but the food alone made a big impression. Pho 45 is definitely a spot we'd come back to for another satisfying meal. read more

I've tried many pho places and Pho45 is the most generous with the meat portion. Soup Tastes good too! 1 large pho order can be for 2 meals, such a good deal for just $15.50! read more

Listen I haven't been back in a few years and would like to apologize to myself for missing out for these past few years (I have been adventuring too hard and trying new places but nothing compares). Pho 45 is still my favorite. Once you get past the terrible parking situation the parking lot has a ton of pot holes/gravel and I don't think there's even lines everyone parks so crooked and it's so tight. I was greeted immediately the workers are all so friendly saying hi welcoming you in and bye as people come and go. I was also sat down immediately luckily no wait which was exciting for a cold winters night. I got to order pretty quickly too. The tables were large and spacious and the eating environment was calm and not rushed. I got a large bowl with skinny noodles of a pho tai nam ve don. The bowl came out fairly quickly after I ordered and the broth was piping hot I burnt my tongue but no regrets because the broth was so delicious and flavorful. There was a ton of meat and noodles in this large bowl too much I would say and I would get a small next time. When I went to pay I was shocked by how affordable the prices still was after all these years and for the large portions. I will be back! read more

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Visiting from out of town, we chose Pho 45 over Phoholic and Pho 79 because of the great reviews and the fact they accept credit cards. It did not disappoint! I had the rare filet mignon pho, and my friend got the pho dac biet. The broth was rich, flavorful, and piping hot--absolutely amazing! We also enjoyed the free vinegar onions, and they even accommodated my request to blanch the bean sprouts, which was a nice touch. If you're looking for delicious pho with a homemade feel and fast service, Pho 45 is the place to go! read more

Pho 45 - Blanched bean sprouts and vinegar onions - Vietnamese Near Me - Garden Grove, California

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This spot really delivers when it comes to Pho--the flavor is right up there with some of the top pho restaurants out there. The broth was rich, well-balanced, and clearly made with care. Portions were generous, with plenty of protein in each bowl, so you definitely get your money's worth. You can also tell it's the real deal because it's packed with locals, which is always a great sign. Overall, a solid choice if you're craving quality pho that doesn't cut corners. read more

My family's favorite pho spot for years now. We always come here to eat pho when we crave it most or even take togo to eat at home. Broth is flavorful and hearty. There are many options for meat. I like to get #5 but my family usually gets #1 with basically everything. Service is always fast and so nice. They have other non pho dishes as well which are all super yummy ! Highly recommend coming here read more

Pho 45 - #5 and Bun Thit Nuong - Vietnamese Near Me - Garden Grove, California