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    Pho 79

    3.8 (207 reviews)
    InexpensiveVietnamese
    Open • 11:00 am - 7:30 pm

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    14  Pho Flank Brisket
    Tiffany T.

    Service: good Ambiance: pretty nice Food: disappointing Had the pho and spicy pho there, and they were disappointing. We also ordered a com bi suon trung, with grilled chicken instead of pork, to-go. The pho broth tasted watered down and bland and the beef had a refrigeration taste. My mom did not like the taste of the spicy pho at all. The com bi suon trung was ok. The chicken was a kind of dry. Overall, I wouldn't come back or recommend pho 79.

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    Stephen S.

    This restaurant is located on the corner of Raymond and Energy Park Drive/Kasota. The restaurant is quaint and feels cozy. The food was absolutely delicious. Great menu choices. The portions are plentiful. Worth finding this place. Also takeout is offered.

    Meng H.

    Pho 79 (been in business for over +17 years) Such a weird location. Located in an industrial area. Near the train. Good broth. Hot. Really no issues. You can smell the broth when you enter the building. That's a good sign because you know the pho broth has been cooking over 24hrs. Looks like it is owned by Vietnamese people. Not Hmong. Nice decor. Even the bathroom is solid. No Asian but American only. What do you expect at such a different location. I had the Pho Special which is item 0. It's actually a larger bowl than the rest. The others seem smaller. Broth was on point and meatballs and meat was perfect. Meat was soft so the meat was not frozen. Fresh cut. The egg rolls were good. Nothing bad. I was not expecting much because I came to this place from hearing online about them. The pho is actually good. I will be back next time. See if this place can be consistent. Pho 99, 126, and this place are pretty close to being best in town. The broth is clean and not oily. ***FYI, I'm a crazy pho eater that has to have pho from all over. I travel far and in between the states. Eating from LA, Vegas, MN, WI, MI, IL, NC, OH, Manhattan, NY, FL, KS, MS, D.C. Canada, etc. I've had the best pho (rated by the expert locals) in LA, Hollywood, Chicago, GA, and FL. I make reviews after tasting their pho. I know what pho is good and what is fake!*** Do not miss this GEM! My Star System: 1=Dumpster fire. Don't waste your money 2=Disappointed. Lot of issues 3=Average, 1-2 issues. 4=Above average, I might come again 1-3 times per year 5=Highest. I will come back a few times a month or more. If I live far, it's at the top of my list to visit when I'm in town. Highly recommended

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    Kong V.

    Upon entering, I was seated immediately and given the menu. Water is provided along with a smile. Ambiance is peaceful with up to date music that isn't too loud. Very subtle setting. Pho broth is good and if it is I usually only add the basil. Spring rolls could be better. Alittle on the bland side for me. The peanut sauce is good as I added a hint of sriracha. There are only two bathrooms. Overall, very nice and healthy tasting food!! If you're wondering what the food taste... I recommend trying this place out!!

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    Ann S.

    Gosh I wanted to like this place more. The service was so pleasant! And the prices are very fair. The cream cheese wontons are probably the best seasoned ones in the city, but they barely fill them. The other reviews of the pho broth being watery were very valid, it was disappointingly bland. I asked for the chili oil to add some zing, but it was really bitter. I just think there are better pho spots in St. Paul, but this place will do in a pinch.

    Lana T.

    OVERALL: Great value, authentic, and delicious! SERVICE: The service from Andy was so accommodating and friendly. He's always willing to answer questions and our food came out quickly! waters were always full and we always had what we needed. He's spectacular! FOOD: We ordered a ton of food and loved every bit of it. Don't sleep on the spicy wings - those are so good and flavorful. On hot days I love the noodle salad with egg rolls but I'm always a sucker for soup as well. Truly you can't go wrong with anything you order. ATMOSPHERE: It's homey but still seats quite a few people. PRO: It also has a parking lot!!

    A6  Fried Chicken Wings  It has nice crunch to it. My son loved it so much! 10/10
    Meggie V.

    This place was really good when your craving for Pho. Service was great, everyone was really nice and greeting. I'm definitely coming back here for sure! I give this place a 10/10

    Pork vermicelli noodles and chicken wings
    Sousakon M.

    This one of the best Vietnamese restaurant I've been to. The pho here is AMAZING THE wings are bomb!

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    Great pho and noodle salad. Nice portions. Reasonable prices. Definitely will be back again

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    The egg roll salad is fantastic! Try it, you will be glad you did. Warm and friendly staff. Felt like I was visiting an old friend.

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    Good food with great service! The pork Bahn-Mi was very good. I will definitely be back.

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    Amazing Pho so glad we found this place. Service was great highly recommend. Family run with great menu!

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    Pho Ca Dao

    3.8(172 reviews)
    3.9 mi•Midway
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    Hole in the wall on University Ave, Pho Ca Dao is a no frills Pho spot with a simple menu and…read morebarebones service. However despite what people say I think it is too pricey for the food and service that you get. You go in and take a seat, eat your food, then walk up to the cash register on the left side of the restaurant when you're done. Oh and it's cash only, no check or credit card here. So I had the House Special #2 Pho whoch included beef steak, flank, tripe, and meatball for $13.95. I also ordered a side of egg rolls for $4. And the Bubble tea for about $4. I'm not sure why the price all of thar somehow became $26 which annoyed me that the fees weren't transparent. Pho: 9/10 Solid option and the broth was rich and flavorful, noodles were thin and tasted great. They gave lots of meat and honestly makes the trip here Egg Rolls: 8/10 Crispy and delicious, my obly gripe is that the sauce that I got was kinda mid. Must have just been old sauce because the flavor wasn't there. Bubble Tea: 7/10 More like dessert and a slushie texture so keep thar in mind. The taro is fine but not something I'd go out my way for. Now despite expecting hold in the wall prices, Pho Ca Dao is pricier than expected. I could compare to Lotus which I had a month ago for about the same price but they provided a far larger portion of sides including chicken wings compared to here, not to mention superior service. Overall if you're in the area I guess this works but note there are better Pho options.

    I love this place. It's entirely unassuming, no frills, only serves pho. The steak and chicken pho…read moreis the way to go, served hot and fast. Doctor it up with the bean sprouts, thai basil, jalapeno and lime that served on the side, and maybe an extra touch of hoisin and Sriracha. It's a steal for a quality pho. Service is as unassuming as the spot. Don't expect to be checked in on, water refills, etc. You'll eat happily in peace and pay cash as register on the way out.

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    Stone pho

    4.3(71 reviews)
    2.7 mi

    The food was actually really good, but unfortunately the customer service was pretty disappointing…read more I ordered a drink and it was completely forgotten about. I even asked one of the male workers about it, and he told me, "Oh, we're making it, there's a lot of drinks." I understood because the restaurant was packed, but I noticed people who came in way after me were receiving their drinks while I was still waiting on mine. I spent over $60 there and was really looking forward to my drink, so it was frustrating to basically be forgotten about. I understand being busy, but when you work in customer service, you still have to make sure customers aren't being overlooked. The food was good, but the customer service definitely took away from the experience. Hopefully this is something they can improve on.

    I had visited Stone Pho before at their Blaine location, but this was my first time at their…read moreRoseville location. Blaine was a bit far for me, so Im glad they are opening up new locations! Its been a few years, but I remembered that I loved their pho broth, and when I tried out their Special Pho, it did not disappoint! Its a bit pricey, but you also get a huge bowl. I can eat a good amount, but I was struggling to finish everything. Easily could split between two if you wanted. Service was quick. I arrived on a weekday evening and was seated fast and got my food quick as well.

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    Mama Thai Kitchen

    4.4(15 reviews)
    4.9 mi•Downtown St. Paul

    We stopped in right after they opened and honestly weren't sure what to expect. We ordered the…read morefried chicken, yellow curry, and pad thai, and everything was fantastic. The fried chicken was crispy and juicy, the curry was warm and comforting, and the pad thai had that perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and savory. You can tell they're making everything fresh. But the best part? The service. Lar and Sony, the two brothers who run the place, treated us like family from the second we walked in. They were so warm and genuinely happy we were there, that kind of hospitality is rare. The place itself is really cozy too, plants everywhere, dark wood tables, soft music in the background. Prices were fair and our food came out fast. This is exactly what downtown needed. Go try it before everyone else finds out, we'll definitely be back.

    Mama Thai was a wonderful surprise on our first visit to Minnesota. After touring the State…read moreCapitol, we wandered in and were so glad we did. The restaurant was clean, quiet, and welcoming. I also appreciated the simple, thoughtfully curated menu. Instead of pages of choices, they focus on what they do best--noodles, curries, and appetizers--and it shows. I ordered the Pad See Ew at the "Shy" (Level 1) spice, and it was perfect for me. It was just the right amount of 'bite' for my taste buds. The spice levels are cleverly named, progressing to "First Step" "Brave," and "Native." The Thai tea was excellent--freshly steeped and clearly a labor of love. It took a little longer to prepare, but it was absolutely worth the wait. The mango sticky rice was to die for and the perfect way to end the meal. Combined with our friendly server and relaxed atmosphere, this was one of those unexpected finds that makes traveling so enjoyable. I'm so glad we decided to stroll in. Highly recommend! If I'm in the area again, I will definitely visit. As we say in Hawaii- Mahalo and a hui hou!

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    Mama Thai Kitchen - Larb chicken

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