Pho 881 sits in a small neighborhood plaza right off Anaheim and Junipero, with plenty of easy parking. Walk inside and--on this Saturday, January 3rd--it's still decorated for Christmas, which somehow adds to the cozy, unpretentious vibe. It's around 2:30 p.m. and the place is packed, which is always a great sign. We ordered the chicken pho with ginger sauce and the brisket & rare steak pho. You get the classic sides--lime, bean sprouts, basil--and we also added the crispy egg rolls, which came out hot and crunchy with a satisfying bite. The pho arrived piping hot, deeply aromatic, and comforting in that way only a well-made broth can be. They give you chopsticks for the noodles and a large spoon for the soup--exactly how it should be. The portions are generous, especially for the price. Around $12 gets you a big, steaming bowl that feels like a full meal, not a tease. The broth is clean, rich, and balanced--not greasy, not salty--perfect for a cold, rainy Long Beach day on the Cambodia side of town. I took my time with it, savoring all the layers of flavor, especially after adding sriracha and hoisin (which is absolutely the move here). The beef was tender, the rare steak cooked perfectly in the hot broth, and the noodles held up all the way through. What really stood out was the atmosphere. There's mellow, calming music playing in the background that makes the whole lunch experience feel peaceful and grounding--no rush, no noise chaos, just people enjoying good food. Come hungry. They give you a lot of food, and it's the kind of meal that's hard to stop eating even when you're full. Pho 881 delivers comfort, consistency, and value--exactly what you want from a neighborhood pho spot. read more

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I really wanted to love this family-owned pho spot because it has so much potential and I'm a big fan of pho. Unfortunately, my recent visit was disappointing. The staff seemed very short-handed -- only three people working on a busy day. The kids were clearly trying their best (the daughter especially was multitasking hard) but they looked exhausted and the son came out in casual clothes and sandals like he'd just rolled out of bed. The dad had very poor customer service and seemed checked out, which made the whole experience feel unwelcoming. There were awkward moments when he took our orders. The biggest issue was the soup itself. It didn't taste like traditional pho -- something was off with the broth -- and unfortunately none of us could finish our bowls. We didn't say anything because we could see they were struggling. I hope this family can get proper staffing, train on customer service, and improve the kitchen consistency. With some adjustments, this place could really thrive. Right now though, I probably won't be returning read more

Well if you follow me, you know I speaketh the truth. So I jumped on the bandwagon of listening to these influencers rate Pho restaurants in Long Beach. Needless to say, I ain't listening anymore!!! So this place was rated by a (crappy) Influencer a 5 star rating. Did he have taste buds? Has he ever tried pho before? What made him the authority on great Pho? I have so many questions! HIGH PASS. NOPE. NOT THIS PLACE. I walked in, found a table, sat alone for 5 min waiting for someone to bring me a menu....i had to go to the counter and ring the bell. Turns out, the owner was sitting there the whole time looking at his phone and didn't even hear me come in. Got the combo. Another guy came out to serve it with no gloves on and half a finger in my soup bowl. Not to mention, the soup bowl was quite dirty on the outside. The basil leaves had black spots on them and there was nothing I could write home about this soup, pho or beef bits. It's SoCal baby! There is so much Pho competition here. Don't believe the self titled (looking for free food) Influencers. I would not step in this joint ever again. 0/10 PASS. read more

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Honestly want to gatekeep this spot so bad but I wanted to support by leaving an amazing review. Stumbled across Pho 881 while wanting to try a new spot in Long Beach. I still haven't been able to try an good spot in Long Beach in 2025 but this spot was so authentic and a definition of a hole in a wall. I would definitely return back. Upon arriving, we got there a little close near closing but thankfully they were able to sit us. Looking at the prices, it's such a good deal at $12 for a regular and $14 for a large bowl. With prices of food now, this isn't bad at all. I got the large #2 Pho Tai, Rare steak. It was a big portion and the broth was perfect. Parking here is very tough, it's in a small lot but you can find parking in the residential area. read more

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Super good even on a hot day! Service was fast and so kind. Not busy at all which was also a plus. Pho was amazing, maybe just needed a little more salt? Other than that it was perfect. Would definitely come back read more

Pho 881 Restaurant - spring rolls - Vietnamese Near Me - Long Beach, California

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Ordered brisket pho and 30 seconds later it arrived at my table! Broth is good aromatic and has flavor not too sweet nice hot broth just what i needed i wasnt feeling good so it did the job. This was the large size they have 2 choices small ($12) or large ($14) not bad They were not stingy with the noodles too which was great since a lot of places skimp you out. Decent amount of brisket and decent quality too. And of course it came with the usual suspects a plate of veg (thai basil bean sprout lime) Little spot in a plaza i recommend read more

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Pho 881 has everything you'd need from a pho restaurant. Pho was great. Thai tea wasn't too sweet. Spring rolls were excellent. Restaurant atmosphere was demure. Soft music playing in background. Table and utensils were clean. Service was straight, to the point. read more

The best pho I've had!! The special combo noodle soup was the perfect bowl containing all different types of delicious meats. The veggies and meats tasted fresh, the broth was silky and seasoned perfectly. Thai iced tea was very flavorful. I got the regular sized bowl for $12 which was more than enough to stay full for hours. Owner was sweet and welcoming, casual place that makes you feel like if you're eating at home. Wholesome home cooking! Parking was easy since this restaurant is in a shopping plaza. read more

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I've only tried two pho spots in LB and this place was the better of the two. I got the Pho Dac Biet whereas my friend got the oxtail pho for $17. For the price she paid, she received a small piece of oxtail in her bowl. Hot tea is a $1 charge. Paying by debit/credit card will receive a surcharge. Zelle is another form of payment if you don't have cash or do not want to pay the surcharge. The restaurant is also located in a plaza with a small parking lot, which is a plus. Parking in LB is awful. read more

Wife wanted some pho. Plain and simple. I ordered and picked up the food. When I picked up the pho, it came with lots of veggies and lots of meat. Lots of people were there so definitely the food is good. read more

This is the best pho spot in Long Beach. Super affordable and always good service and food. 10/10 highly recommend

My husband and I were in the Long Beach area for an appointment and needed a quick bite. We found Pho 881 on Yelp. It's in a strip mall with decent parking. The restaurant is rather basic and traditional looking, but seems clean and spacious. It's a mom and pop restaurant with the owner and another helper serving and the lady in the kitchen. She came out occasionally when not busy. Since we arrived a little before 11am, it was not busy yet, We ordered a two piece Egg Rolls, a large Special Combo Pho with two extra meatballs, and a regular Hainan Chicken with Fried Jasmine Rice. Portions were really generous and we took home about half the chicken and most of the Fried Rice! Egg Rolls were really delicious. The Pho broth was very tasty and didn't make me thirsty (so not much MSG). There was a good variety of meats in the bowl, I especially liked the tendon. The Fried Rice that came with the Hainan Chicken was very good. The chicken was average. The menu said that it was supposed to come with a small salad and the chicken was supposed to be dark meat. In reality the chicken was a combo white and dark meat, and we didn't get a salad. I'm sure they would have brought it if we asked, but we didn't because there was already too much food for the two of us. Overall, it was a very good and quick meal. All the food came out within ten minutes. The owner was really friendly and nice. Prices were very reasonable and portions were very generous. They do charge 2% for credit card use. read more

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This place is a go-to if you want more affordable but still warm fully pho go here, there are different places that are better but if you are in budget this place is the perfect spot read more

Pho 881 Restaurant - Combination pho add meatballs - Vietnamese Near Me - Long Beach, California

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I rarely leave reviews, but my experience here was so uncomfortable that I feel compelled to warn others. I came in alone, feeling under the weather, specifically looking for pho with oxtail. The restaurant was empty when I arrived. From the moment I walked in, I was made to feel uneasy. The owner was seated in the corner and appeared to make comments to his employees while staring and giggling, which was especially uncomfortable as I was the only woman and only guest at the time. I ordered oxtail pho and a Thai tea. When the soup arrived, there were only two very small pieces of oxtail. I politely asked if I could pay extra to add more oxtail, money was not the issue at all. Instead of answering me directly, the owner responded aggressively (even without understanding the language, the tone was very clear) and had another employee tell me that if I wanted more oxtail, I'd have to purchase an entirely separate bowl for $14. I explained that I didn't want another bowl of noodles, just additional meat, and was still willing to pay. The answer was a flat no. At that point, I already felt unwelcome. The Thai tea arrived looking extremely pale, and unfortunately tasted like plain milk. When I politely mentioned this to the server, the owner abruptly stepped in with "What's the problem?" in a very rude tone. I was visibly uncomfortable and addressed the server instead. They replaced the tea, but the interaction was tense and unpleasant. When I finally tried the oxtail, it was cold, dry, and very tough, not tender at all i'm pretty sure it was frozen like five minutes prior to them putting it in the bowl. I couldn't even finish one of the pieces. By this time a couple entered and sat in front of me. My bowl was overloaded with noodles, which may appeal to some people, but it doesn't make up for poor-quality meat. To make matters worse, I was charged $30 at the end and was not shown a receipt. I did not feel comfortable questioning it, I just wanted to leave. As someone who works in the service industry, this experience was shocking. The owner was hostile, dismissive, and created an environment that felt intimidating and inappropriate. Watching him model this behavior to younger employees was disappointing. I do not recommend this restaurant, especially for women dining alone. No guest should ever feel uncomfortable, pressured, or disrespected the way I was. read more

Pho 881 Restaurant - he ended up charging me for both of these - Vietnamese Near Me - Long Beach, California

Food: broth was delicious!!! Service: friendly and attentive. Ambiance: you're in the ghetto, so it was just simple. read more

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So I was craving some pho when I was under the weather a couple months ago and found out this place accepted EBT! As a single mom, that was amazing news! So I checked it out! (Drove by many times and never knew!) They are such nice and kind people! The food is awesome! Big portions! So come hungry or split with someone. I always get the combo pho because it has all the meats. Then I added the beef balls today. I need protein since I worked out. Definitely try the spring rolls and egg rolls! Mmmm! So yummy! Kids love it too! My son and his buddy came with me one time and they ate it all! I like ordering a side of onions and drizzling it with sriracha and the hoisin sauce! Like a Vietnamese version of kimchi, I guess! Enjoy! Thank you for being such a great spot and great service always! read more

Pho 881 Restaurant - Pho combo w/ all the meats. I added 3 beef balls & ordered onion slices so I can drizzle sriracha & hoisin sauce - make my own "kimchi" - Vietnamese Near Me - Long Beach, California

Love this place. I get the beef pho and their chai tea. One of my favorite meals for binge watching on the weekends

The broth is so delicious. I usually add sauce and lemon to my pho but this is so good I eat it as is. The service was very fast and very kind workers! read more

The best pho in long beach hands down! I've tried them all in long beach. The broth is always piping hot. The cuts of meats juicy and fresh. The service is pretty solid. The ambiance is a whole in the wall vibe but very cleanly! In you're in long beach this is the best pho you'll get! If you say "Pho hong phat" is better, you don't know pho. That place overrated and gentrified. Come here and get your money's worth! read more

Best pho ever. The aroma was absolutely beautiful. It was a random choice coming here but it was the perfect find. read more

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I have recently become obsessed with this place, almost to the point I want to gatekeep it but times are tough and it's always the right time to support small businesses. In terms of flavor, portion, and service this place has it all. From the moment you place an order the kitchen delivers it QUICK. The broth is flavorful enough that sometimes I don't even add anything except the garnishes. As a girlie who loves pho, I will admit that the portions are pretty big here. Whereas I normally opt for the "large" at most establishments, at this place the regular size fills me up! Lastly, the service here is great. I frequent this place so often that now I'm recognized by the man who seems to be the owner (LOL). I've noticed that he seems to know some of his customers by name which speaks volumes to quality of the place. If you're ever in Eastside LB, I definitely recommend giving this place a try! read more

This place is so dirty. The napkin containers, the walls all caked with grease. They were cleaning the floors while we were eating it smelt like straight bleach and old mop water. Food was mediocre compared to reviews I have seen. read more

Was feeling some like Pho, so I popped on to yelp. Was looking for something authentic and Pho 881 caught my eye. The food is phenomenal and the price is great. Service was extremely quick. Sat down and had food in front of us in 6 minutes. Definitely will be coming back over and over again. read more

Remember it's not what's on the outside that counts, it's what's on the inside... and inside is the best pho you'll ever have! I've driven by this spot many times and always overlooked it. Finally decided to just go in there and check it out. Im so glad i did. The service and the vibes were great. Food came out quick and fresh. The vietnamese coffee was delicious. Will definitely be back pho more! read more

Pho 881 Restaurant - Spring rolls, Egg rolls, Brisket Pho, & Chicken Soup - Vietnamese Near Me - Long Beach, California

The best pho in Long Beach! My boyfriend & I go at least once a week & it always hits the spot. The older Asian gentleman is always there to greet us & treats us well. If you're ever craving a bowl of hot pho I def recommend checking this place out! read more

Pho 881 Restaurant - Pho w/ tendon & rare steak - Vietnamese Near Me - Long Beach, California

Everything was good. The spring rolls were awesome then peanut butter sauce was good. The only thing about the fudge that I did not like that it was too much garlic it overpowered the soup that I got, and I could not really taste all the other flavors. read more

BEST PHO IN LONG BEACH (i've tried a lot of pho) - small little place tucked away in a shopping center & there's a tiny parking lot. Straight to the point food and service! read more

Pho 881 Restaurant - rare steak pho and Vietnamese iced coffee - Vietnamese Near Me - Long Beach, California

I visited for the first time on a Tuesday afternoon and got seated right away. The server was also super nice! If you're on a budget and in the area, this will satisfy your cravings. read more

Located in a small strip mall, it seems to be a small mom and pop shop. Service was fast and we got our food pretty quickly. I have been craving Hainan Chicken for a while. I'm used to it being served with rice cooked in the chicken stock but they offered it with steamed rice or fried rice. The portion was huge! I really liked that it came with a bowl of broth. It was tasty and flavorful though a bit on the salty side however once I put in the veggies, it was better balanced. The fried rice was delicious and paired well with the chicken and the ginger sauce. I also like spicy so the chili oil was a great addition. read more

Pho 881 Restaurant - Hainan Chicken - Vietnamese Near Me - Long Beach, California

My cousin and I were in the area and decided to get some pho. This is our first time here and it was DELICIOUS. I could drink the broth alone. I've tried other places, but this was the best pho I've ever had. We got the special combo in the regular and large size. The meat is very tender. You will definitely have leftovers for sure. I also had their Vietnamese coffee and it was so good. My cousin had the orange juice and loved it as well. The staff is so sweet and nice. They greet everyone who comes through the door and just overall great customer service. One of the workers was also so sweet and packed up our pho and spring rolls. This was the sweetest gesture and he did this because he didn't want us to dirty ourselves, which again is so sweet! We're not from the area but we both agreed that we're coming again! read more

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Very very rude.. it was sketch when we first got there, reuse paper menus.. snatched from us , had an attitude, was very rude when we asked about the food. I don't think they like black people honestly. read more

This place is in a very small corner. But man that hainan chicken was flavorful and moist. Will definitely come back for that again. The menu only consists of pho soup and limited rice plates. Pho wasn't bad, but wasn't great. So average! Service was friendly. Thanks! read more

Pho 881 Restaurant - Hainan chicken - Vietnamese Near Me - Long Beach, California

Best pho in CA. I will drive across town just to sit down and eat here. Wide variety of meats. No vegan broth, but that's a small price to pay for their rich beef broth. Service is fast and kind. Incredibly clean as well. I would recommend this place 11 times out of 10 read more

Pho 881 Restaurant - Vietnamese Near Me - Long Beach, California

This place needs a lot of maintenance.. it is very run down and dirty. The bathroom toilet didn't flush and the sink only had one handle working. Service was terrible I had to keep getting up to ask for everything we needed. They never came to the table to check on us. The food was bland. The meat looked scary. I am praying now we don't get food poisoning. We will definitely not be returning. read more

I love thai tea and the one from Pho 881 satisfys that craving. The broth is always good and resets my taste palate:)! Fried rice was yummy but I would say there are better food options to choose from. All in all, the service and food is amazing, and the restaurant itself feels raw and authentic. read more

Pho 881 Restaurant - Thai tea (top), beef and egg stir fried rice (bottom left), and broth (right) - Vietnamese Near Me - Long Beach, California

It was my first time and definitely not my last. Mom and Pop operated restaurant. Not fancy at all, simple decor. I ordered the Oxtail Pho. The bowl is decent size. It came out piping hot. The broth is clear and loaded with slices of white onions, cilantro, and green onions. My first sip of the broth, I was in heaven. Clear buy rich and complex flavor. The right balance of savory and it is not too sweet and not too salty with a hint of fattiness from the oxtails. You can definitely taste the spices and perfectly balanced not overpowering. The noodles are perfectly cooked, bouncy, but firm. Definitely satisfied my cravings. Authentic tasting. Will be coming back for sure. Price: $15 +tip Service: welcoming. read more

Pho 881 Restaurant - Oxtail Pho - Vietnamese Near Me - Long Beach, California

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Me and my husband were in the area and felt like a hot bowl of pho and we stumbled across this place! We weren't disappointed! We got the brisket pho but I will try the oxtail pho next time we stop by! The staff was very friendly and the setting is very laid back and has a homey feel to it. read more

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Server was super nice & food was delicious!! Both plates had SOOO much flavor, exceeded my expectations. Very cozy vibes inside. Definitely will be back. read more

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This place is a good place for a hearty vietnamese meal! We tried the Shaking Beef and the Combination Pho. The Shaking Beef was so delicious when it came out, I was really surprised. It comes with a broth as well, which was absolutely delicious and rich. However, a few hours later, I was so thirsty, and I suspect that they use MSG to flavor their foods. I have nothing against MSG, but just so you are aware. The Combination Pho was really good as well, and had a good selection of types of meat, which were all tender. Service was fine. The staff weren't good with english, so it took some time ordering and asking questions. I know they try their very best to provide the best service! Ambiance is pretty lowkey and hole-in-the-wall, which is fine! read more

Pho 881 Restaurant - Shaking Beef - Vietnamese Near Me - Long Beach, California

The staff/owners are very nice. Broth has so much flavor. Best Pho LBC right now!! Note: this is the Pho used to be at poly plaza, they relocated! This is not the same owners that was here a year ago. My go to spot! read more

Pho 881 Restaurant - Noodle monster requested Pho here. - Vietnamese Near Me - Long Beach, California