Pho basil never disappoints and is our favorite go to ordering place for Vietnamese food! We had just come back from a big trip and hubs was not feeling well came down with a cold and cough. So what better than to order some hot pho noodle soups! We ordered 2 pho ga and 1 pho chay. All very satisfying and I just love all the veggies in the pho chay soup and that broth is super flavorful!! We also ordered the fried rice with chicken which was also quite good and a huge portion too. The chicken wings and dumplings were great! Delivery came quickly. Leftovers for a couple lunches were great! read more

Pho Basil - Vietnamese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

This place is very close to Boston Symphony Hall, so I brought my colleagues here after the concert! Pad Thai: Just like at Nine Tastes, my first bite was overwhelmed by the strong sourness... According to ChatGPT, American Southeast Asian restaurants may use concentrated tamarind sauce instead of the original tamarind-infused water, or reduce the sugar to suit American tastes, hence the extra sourness of Pad Thai. Learned something new! The shrimp was very fresh, firm and tender; the rice noodles were stir-fried with a great wok hei 鑊氣(wok aroma), and the portion was huge, but it got a bit oily towards the end. My favorite was the peanuts--they were incredibly fragrant, and not too finely ground, giving them a better texture. Also, a larger plate is really needed; it would be much easier to mix all the ingredients together. Drunken Noodles: The wide flat rice noodles were authentic. The spicy flavor added another layer of wok hei, and the thin layer of chili oil helped retain heat and enhance the aroma. Although a bit spicy, I felt it was the best of the three. Saigon Noodle: It felt like a combination of the two above, with a touch of sweet and sour and a hint of spicy, but neither was particularly prominent. It had a hint of sesame oil, but I personally don't really like sesame oil. read more

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first time here. place is a bit small and space is too tight between one table and the others. it was packed when i went there at that time. table itself too small. two people with lots of orders can make the table full and not comfort while dine in. for foods... 1. dac biet: love the broth. it is rich and flavorful. expect to get more broth, mostly during cold weather. oh by the way, their dry chilies with fried garlic sauce is so so good!!! should put lots of this inside the pho and even yummy!!! recommended pho... 2. chicken wings: it is just mediocre. just a recommendation if you can marinate longer, i think will taste even better... 3. spicy crab rangoon: just so so... overall, i will say a recommendation place for pho and prices are just average. will come back again if i visit massachusetts again... read more

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This spot is the perfect place if you're looking for a hearty, cozy, and delicious meal! Located in the back bay, Pho Basil specializes in Vietnamese and Thai cuisine. Their portions here are huge, prices are really good, and service is very quick and kind. I got their Saigon Noodles (something I've never seen at any other spot) and the dish came in a portion big enough for two meals. Super flavorful and bouncy noodles. Absolutely loved this place. read more

Pho Basil - Saigon Noodles - Vietnamese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

This right here is the place. Sign up for the waitlist online because it is worth it. The menu is extensive, the scallion pancake is the crispiest you'll ever have. The tofu curry was insanely flavorful. The pho is good but potentially a bit overpriced. I'm still dreaming of the curry from here, it's that good. read more

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I've been to Pho Basil several times, with the experience ranging from great to mediocre. My favorite time to come is for the lunch special, when the restaurant is relatively quiet and dishes are even better value. In the evenings (even on weeknights), the restaurant fills up quickly. There are no reservations here, and the wait often trails out the door as diners circulate. Service is quick, especially in bringing out food, and the restaurant is quite casual. Drunken noodles here are decently spicy and a favorite. On the other hand, I found the kao soi to be average. While also spicy, I didn't enjoy the pickled vegetables much. read more

Pho Basil - Kao soi - Vietnamese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Fast service. Very yummy pho!! I recommend the mala pho, the broth is very flavorful. read more

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One of my favourite Pho places. I always get the Pho Tai or the Pad See Eww, and both coming from someone who was raised in the bay with lots of good Thai/ Vietnamese places that is very good. The service is very fast, and the waiters are very kind. Normal atmosphere, very casual. read more

Pho Basil - Pho tai, pad see ew - Vietnamese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Came with a friend for a 6pm dinner on a weekday and there was only a 5-minute wait. Staff was decently attentive; we were in the corner by the window so didn't get passed very often and had to flag the waitress down a few times. Restaurant itself seemed pretty clean with good lighting. My friend ordered the pho dac biet and I got the pho bo vien. I found it interesting that they don't halve the meatballs like most other places. Bowl had a good amount of noodles and the broth was not bad but not the best I've had. The Thai iced tea I ordered as a drink was pretty solid. They did seem a little antsy to get us out and give us the check despite the restaurant being only half-full when we finished eating. I would be okay coming back but don't think I'd seek it out. read more

Pho Basil - Thai iced tea - Vietnamese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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A refreshing meal on a gloomy fall day. The Roti'N Curry Dip was a great starter, but surprisingly not spicy at all. The Pho Dac Biet was very enjoyable: a nice balance of tender beef and hot noodles, appropriately savory broth, and a variety of garnish. There was a large line outside when I came ~12, but was able to be seated within 10 mins after joining the waitlist. Service was very prompt (not rude though). +1 for the quick turnaround time (for the table and for food)! Def recommend! read more

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Remove the viet items and rename the place. Pho tastes like water and like the rest of Boston, gives you too many noodles. Decent thai food in big portions Small dumplings read more

Well helloooo Pho What a wonderful local gem of a place to discover on a whim while having a craving for Pho. A warm & bright local eatery with a comfortable atmosphere and a menu with a mix of Thai & Vietnamese dishes. Needless to say, but I'm going to say it anyways... our need & craving for delicious Pho was wholeheartedly fulfilled & completely satisfied. read more

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We were headed to the Boston Pops for New Year's Eve and wanted a tasty, sit-down dinner but not a 4 course event. I found Pho Basil, on YELP, based on location (a 3 minute walk from Symphony Hall) and that it was Asian (Thai and Vietnamese) food, among our favorites. Our concert began at 8:00PM and we got to the restaurant at 6:30PM on New Year's Eve. Not "fancy" but clean with lots of tables available and a very welcoming staff. We were met at the door, with pleasure and seated immediately. Honestly, during the whole meal, the staff couldn't have been more pleasant. June and Lin waited on us with smiles and personality. When the napkin fell from my lap, a young man brought several over before I noticed it. We ordered the Gyozas to start and a Singha Beer to share. Delicious. For our main dish, we shared the Saigon Noodles with crispy chicken. We rarely eat fried food but it was New Year's after all! I will go back for exactly the same thing again! I didn't realize until I went back onto YELP the next day that the Crispy Chicken is one of their specialties, a lovely crunch of flavor. Before or after the Symphony, Pops, or The Huntington, well worth the stop. read more

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Pho basil is a casual (but cute) Vietnamese thai fusion place that has all the staple dishes! Service is super friendly (the owner stopping by at all tables to check-in) and dishes are served fast!! I tried bun bo hue for the first time here and I enjoyed it! The portion was good, meat and noodle quantity were good, and the broth was tangy and enjoyable. I would say for Vietnamese places I was a bit surprised by the price (a bit more expensive than im used to). read more

Pho Basil - Vietnamese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Yummy! Great service. The store isn't very spacious, but it's cozy. If I ever come back to visit Boston, I'll definitely come back here again :) read more

Pho Basil - Combination pho - Vietnamese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Food was super flavorful and authentic tasting and pricing (lunch special) was great for the portion. Only criticism would be the wait staff, not the friendliest, but I understand that most customers go there for a quick solo bite instead of an attentive sit down meal. read more

Pho Basil - Pad Thai, Saigon Noodle, Tom Yum Fried Rice (Crispy Chicken) - Vietnamese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Checked this place out and was very impressed! This place has been on my list for a bit, so it was nice to finally get to experience. We got there and the restaurant was full with a small line of people. We joined the waiting list and only had to wait 15 to 20 minutes before we were able to get a table. The ambience inside is nice. It's definitely packed with a lot of people when all the tables are full, but you're still spread out enough where you don't feel too cramped. Our service was also great the whole night and all of the servers were kind and welcoming when they came up to the table and even while we were waiting for our table to be prepped. The menu is very extensive with lots of options! I appreciated all of the indicators on the menu to show different dietary cues for spiciness or whether it was vegan or vegetarian. There is also a vegan section in the menu that covers all the items that are vegan as is. Definitely a good amount of options and something for everyone. I tried the veggie tofu curry. It was really good and indicated as spicy. I found that it wasn't too spicy. It was enough that you could taste the spice, but it wasn't overwhelming. I appreciated that the curry came with rice instead of being an add-on cost as it is with some places. I thought it was pretty good portions for the cost. If you're wanting to try multiple dishes, the portions are definitely good enough for sharing. I also got a Thai iced tea with espresso and was so excited to learn that they had an oat milk option so that it was vegan. It's been a long time since I've been able to have a Thai iced tea and I thought it was really good! I would definitely go back and get it again. read more

Pho Basil - Veggie Tofu Curry and Thai Ice Tea Espresso with oat milk - Vietnamese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I used to go to Pho Basil a few years ago when I first started at Northeastern. I haven't been in a while and decided to try it since I wanted pho and most places in Boston close around 9. This place is mainly popular because of its location near Berklee and Northeastern but it's really not that great. The pho broth was way too sweet and it's a bit on the expensive side. The chicken wings were pretty good though. It's relatively quick to get sat and get your food but I definitely wouldn't go out of my way to come back again. read more

Pho Basil - pho - Vietnamese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Food was good. Portions were a little big for me. I had the pan fried gyozas. They were really good but a little too cold than I had pho tai! Beef was tasty but not the best quality for sure, noodles and broth were really good. Service was great, super fast & respectful. I went on New Year's day and it was pretty crowded, so I can only imagine how crowded it gets, but the restaurant is pretty spacious for a place in Boston. read more

Pho Basil - Pho Tai - Vietnamese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Great drunken noodles. So many veggies. I just wish the interior of the place was more welcoming, the green colors are uninviting, like hospital cafeteria eating.. read more

Pho Basil - Drunken... I added my own peanuts - Vietnamese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I always want pho on a rainy day, so I decided to try Pho Basil since it seemed pretty popular! We waited about 15-20 min which wasn't too bad, but just be aware that there will probably be a wait. I got the pho tai and a jasmine limeade. The pho tai was decent/good with broth that was relatively flavorful and meat that wasn't too tough, though it wasn't the best I've had in boston. The jasmine limeade seemed pretty fresh, though it was quite sour. Not sure if I would go again but it's good enough if you're craving pho! read more

Pho Basil - Pho - Vietnamese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Very popular. I came on a Friday night and not only was it packed but it was a 40 minute wait. Normally I would not wait but in this case it worked because I was attending an outdoor concert across the street. It is a self-check-in QR system. You can keep track of your place in line via your device. I had the dac biet pho and sesame wings. It was the first evening with a chill in the air and the soup hit the spot. Not sure it's the traditional preparation because I usually have it with a clear broth, but it was a flavor bomb. I also like how the rare beef is presented mostly rare, which allows you to cook it your prepared level of preference. The chicken wings had a nice coating of sauce. It is not battered and cold use an extra minute for crispiness but cravable. I like the accompanying greens and pickles. On the other hand, the pho could have used more. It only had basil and bean sprouts. I am amazed at the friendly and attentive staff. Like I said they were non-stop busy. I also like the diversity the staff. All Asian but different parts of Asia. I also appreciate how they stick to your place in line no matter how large or small your party. read more

Pho Basil - Full - Vietnamese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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I went here twice while in Boston so that should tell you everything you need to know. This was a very cute and small Pho shop but oh so delicious. The first night we landed, we were craving pho and this place was a short walk from the hotel. The line was out of the door when we arrived but we only waited about 20 mins for a table so not too bad. I ordered the butterfly pea sparkling limenade. I liked the colors and so I decided to order it. It was good, fizzy and very lime forward. I enjoyed it. We ordered egg rolls to share. They were crispy and the filling was delicious. Ground chicken instead of pork and the homemade fish sauce dipping sauce was the perfect sweet and sour touch. I originally went in for Pho but ended up ordering the tom yum fried rice with crispy duck after I seen it at another table. That tom yum fried rice was definitely a major yum. It was slightly sweet but savory, the crispy duck was crispy and tender and they gave plenty of duck meat on top. The basil added the perfect touch to the rice as well. The rice was a 10/10. On our second trip we were going to try another pho place a couple doors down from here but they said their chef hadn't showed up yet and we had a flight to catch so we decided to go back to Pho Basil since it didn't disappoint the first time. We got the pan fried gyoza to share. I love gyoza so it literally never disappoints me. I did order pho this time as well. I went with the Pho Sate. It came with beef balls, flank steak, and rare steak. Had cherry tomatoes and all the normal pho toppings as well. It had a nice amount of spice. It had the spicy chili oil added. This Pho was Pho-nomenal. I recommend this cute shop to anyone looking for some good eats in Boston. read more

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Major food safety issue!!! I ordered delivery and found a shrimp tail in my vegetable pad Thai. Not a piece of shrimp, a shrimp TAIL. As in something that should have been thrown in the garbage. Extremely dangerous and beyond disgusting. Uber Eats refunded me, but I still had to pay all the fees, so I ended up spending $20 to get an appetizer delivered because this place apparently doesn't take food safety seriously. Gross!! read more

Pho Basil - Pad Thai - Vietnamese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

We had plenty of Vietnamese food back home, and since we hear the staff and back kitchen speak Thai, we thought going with their own Thai cuisine would be the better choice instead of pho. The lunch special was so filling that we came back for a second time! The classic pad thai dish was flavorful and the pad kee mao had a pleasant roasty taste. With a cozy simple environment, this place is definitely good for small groups and quick meals. read more

Pho Basil - Vietnamese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Good Thai standards and friendly service thought it clean get crowded and busy. The pho is very good here

As solid as the viet food gets here in Boston. Def a busy place popular among students kinda packed inside. fast solid and reliable food read more

Pho Basil - Pho tai - Vietnamese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Pho Basil on Mass Ave was one of my more frequented restaurants before, mostly due to convenience as I always wanted to avoid rush hour so I'd grab dinner & take my time eating. Not a bad spot if you want Vietnamese/Thai food. I prefer it over the Viet/Thai food spots in Chinatown. The Khao Soi from here is pretty tasty. One of my go-to's. Honestly, I haven't tried any of their Vietnamese food but I enjoy their Thai menu items! Prices are reasonable & overall, a great place to go for casual lunch/dinner. Parking: Can be a bit tricky to find parking in area. Meter parking, if you're lucky. read more

Has this ever happened to you , where you find a place that's so good, you go back again the same day? That's exactly what happened to my husband and me while visiting from out of town. I was craving Vietnamese food, and this spot did not disappoint. The pho was flavorful and delicious, and my husband had the combination fried rice, which he absolutely loved. We enjoyed it so much at lunch that we came back for dinner the same day -- and it was just as excellent. Highly recommended if you're looking for authentic, tasty Vietnamese food! read more

Couple of things I enjoy about this place. - They are fast! I sit down and they already provide me with a menu and glass of water. The food also comes within 10 mins after ordering (sometimes even sooner during less busy times!) - Food is delicious. My favorites are the pad see you and the drunk noodles (any noodle dish to be honest) - Real solid prices especially their lunch specials. Great portions for the price point - Friendly staff! They are all pretty nice and attentive to customers read more

Pho Basil is located across campus so it tends to get busy quick. We came here as a group of five on a Saturday at opening. We were seated immediately but the place quickly filled up. We ordered different variations of pho and everyone loved their orders. The rice noodles were thin and chewy and absorbed the tasty broth. My mala pho was not as spicy as expected but delicious nonetheless. read more

Pho Basil - Mala Pho - Vietnamese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Great spot on the edge of Back Bay. We went for lunch midday on Sunday and were sat immediately. I ordered the Thai Iced Tea which was delicious - I would definitely recommend if you are looking for something sweet. We got the sesame wings for an app which were perfectly crispy and flavorful. The mains we got were came in huge portions. The Dac Biet pho was good, I just wish it had slightly more flavor. The Tom Yum Beef Fried Rice was also good but not outstanding. Overall I would recommend Pho Basil for a warm hearty meal. read more

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A great Pho place on Mass Ave that was bustling on a Sunday evening. I ordered online about 15 minutes before and my order was just about ready when I was there for pickup. The packaging is great as they separate the broth from the noodles and meat. They also have a little baggy of bean sprouts, like, and a packet of hoisan sauce. I took everything out into a bowl to reheat and it tasted just like you would get in the restaurant. The broth is sweet and the meat is tender. This is a perfect place to warm up on a cold winter day. read more

Pho Basil - Dac Biet - Vietnamese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Went another time after being disappointed the first and was much more impressed. Noodles were delicious and plentiful, broth was yummy. The tripe was good. Meat was a little too fatty for me, but otherwise good. Service was better this time! It is quite crowded in there but with how big the line stayed, you can't blame them for shoving you in like sardines. Heads up if you are celiac/gluten free. This place has a whole gluten free menu (great!) but they'll ask if contamination is ok before serving you (not great). My friend is celiac and didn't seem to be glutened after, but just a heads up. read more

Pho Basil is overall alright. I think they just had an off day. The gyoza was soggy and the texture was very soft and a bit cold. The pho was pretty decent. It is very light and savory but it was a bit too sweet for me. There was not much noodles and meat in the pho. The people here were efficient and nice. The restaurant is always lively with students eating here. I had great experiences before as I occasionally eat here. I believe they just had a bad day. read more

Pho Basil - Dac Biet - Vietnamese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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This place was really packed on a weeknight so we decided to try it. The space was lively and clean. The service was super friendly and attentive, checking in frequently to refill water and also fast with the check! I got the wonton soup and was a bit disappointed. It felt like a lot of noodles with 4 small wontons for $20. I probably ordered wrong considering how popular the place is though! read more

Ordered takeout thru grubhub, just one order of Saigon noodles so thought it should be pretty quick to whip up, but had to wait 30 minutes longer than the expected pickup time which was very frustrating. Tons of other people were also clearly upset about their orders taking so long. The food itself was just fine, nothing to write home about and definitely not worth waiting so long for. read more

I liked the duck noodle soup. We put our names on the Yelp waitlist beforehand. All of the seats were taken in the restaurant showing that it's a popular place. They have both Vietnamese and Thai food. I also had lychee juice and it came with four lychees which i liked. read more

Pho Basil - Lychee Juice - Vietnamese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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The food was delicious. The service was amazing. The delivery is usually fast and very nice people. The place is a little bit small so it does tend to get crowded in busy times so I would recommend getting there before dinner time for a secure seating on time. read more

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This place serves pho that tastes incredibly fresh and clean . The broth had a clear, naturally sweet flavor. The beef was soft and cooked perfectly in the hot soup. The noodles paired beautifully with the broth. I loved the peaceful atmosphere inside. The staff were kind and attentive. A truly comforting bowl of pho.! read more