Had an interview in Wilmington, so after I was done, I immediately searched for nearby restaurants and came across Pho Cali. First of all, there was no one in the restaurant when we got there besides the server (?) and a few chefs in the back. As we sat down, I heard loud Vietnamese ramblings in the kitchen. I thought to myself, 'this could either be really, really good or really, really bad.' Although I wanted to order the pho, boyfriend and I ordered a Bun Thit Nuong (grilled pork noodle bowl) and a Com Thit Nuong (grilled pork with rice) instead. I know, I know, I know... we should have gotten completely different items to try, but everything else was more expensive than the usual and we didn't want to take the risk to spend that type of money on food we weren't too sure was going to be good, you know? So, everything looked good until I looked down in my bowl and saw dry strands of rice noodles. Not just a few strands, but, like, enough to cover a quarter of the bowl. Minus a star. I wasn't upset, but disappointed because the pork was so, so fragrant (also, an abundance of cucumbers was a plus for me) and I was actually enjoying the dish, overall! Luckily boyfriend's pork with rice was okay and manageable. We eventually also asked for a cup of broth on the side (typically free if you are Vietnamese and/or if you order a rice platter type item) and it was pretty good - the only downside was that it was lukewarm. I assume the pho to be tasty just by the cup of broth we got. All in all, decent Vietnamese food in the Wilmington area. I mean, there aren't many to begin with. Just make sure you don't get dry noodles like I did. read more

Pho Cali - Bun Thit Nuong. - Vietnamese Near Me - Wilmington, Delaware

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I'd go 3 or even 4 stars if some attention to cleanliness took place because the pho is actually good but, It's hard to sit there and not see the sticky condiment caddy that hasn't been wiped or cleaned in forever. The walls and booth are dirty most of the time. The "waiter" is everything but. The menu is very old and has lots of tape throughout. They've discontinued a lot of options by simply covering them with masking tape or marker. I find it hard to believe that other Asian places on Kirkwood were closed by the health dept and this place somehow got deemed "clean" read more

I have been in here sometime , they have a good foods I love pho special and they have good price , not expensive. Service is ok , parking not too far from restaurant . If you want healthy food then here is good choose . You should be try coffee in here . I love coffee in here a lot . Trust me , you would be love it . read more

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When we walk in it's silent nobody is taking which is ok but weird we seat ourselves and grab a menu I ordered grilled pork chop it was a bit chewy and came out super fast it was ok I had to use a butter knife to cut the meat the waiter was really quiet overall I wouldn't go again read more

Pho was very tasty today. Good amount of broth and brisket in our orders. Summer rolls are good but keep in mind 1 order has 4 rolls (we almost ordered 2 orders). Shrimp summer rolls did have pork but was still good (would prefer not to mix meats). Prices are reasonable and service was quick and correct. Overall a better experience then other pho restaurants I have been to. Will definitely coming back when in the area. read more

Pho Cali - Pho tai chin nam - Vietnamese Near Me - Wilmington, Delaware

Been here a few times this summer on college break. One of the only pho places in Delaware/New Jersey. The pho is really good. The service is super fast. As soon as you order, the food comes to the table. Not a very busy restaurant- it is clean and simple. Some of the negative comments: not so good service. Once in a while, they might come to fill up your water. The pho averages around $8-9 so it's decently priced. I would recommend it! read more

Pho Cali - Rare Steak Pho Broth - Vietnamese Near Me - Wilmington, Delaware

I did take out, so I can't comment on service/waitstaff. But, the food was great, low price and huge portions. I ordered shrimp summer rolls and pho tai. It could of fed 2 or 4 people... And was ready within 5-10 min. Although the restaurant is pretty bland as mentioned in other reviews. I wouldn't allow it to put you off from trying it out. It is def worth trying out. read more

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This restaurant used to be the one and only pho place in Newark, Delaware. It has rich beef bone broth and I LOVE IT. Ruby's Thai restaurant in Christiana mall has the similar taste but theirs is way too oily; really addictive though. However, they offer a lot of choices in the menu but the quality of this place's appetizers is quite disappointing compare to other places. The owner remembers every regular customer and shop/support local supermarkets. One of the restaurants we are proud to have in Delaware read more

BEST PHO IN DELAWARE! I eat here at least once a week. It's soooo good. I've tried other pho places around the area, but none of them compare to this. read more

The food is okay. Service is very poor. The restroom is dirty. The owner stare at you while you're eating. I won't be coming here anymore.

Great pho! I've dined in once and it was really quiet, at lunch time. Which I enjoy. It's very casual. Nothing fancy. But when you're usually with a 5 year old, that's a good thing. My son loves it. He loves the broth and the noodles. Glad we have this close by and available for delivery. Greatest pho in the area. read more

Not the cleanest place food seemed good until my girlfriend found a hair in her food, I mean they offered to remake it and take off 20%...

I have my mother to thank for my love of Vietnamese pho and spring rolls. We would come here time to time. After graduating college, This became me and my roommate's to go place! Pho Cali offers a no frills authentic menu. The bowls are quite large and I typically shared a bowl with the roommate or my sister. Honestly, a lot of places in New York don't even compare. I'd highly recommend the spring rolls--especially if they're fresh. They also have a $10 minimum for card but they've always accepted mine if I just got spring rolls. read more

I go there all the time while I'm on my lunch breaks I just order a number 6 and a Thai tea. It is almost instantaneously on your table since it's soup. The speak English pretty well so your order will always be right. It's a family business which is nice as well. I hope I have been a help to you all enjoy your day... read more

They are pretty good. The pho broth was good and I got the fresh spring roll. I still think vpho is my favorite as far as broth flavor, but this is a good place to try if vpho isn't your thing. read more

Really enjoyed the signature beef pho dish. I personally just wouldn't add the tendon next time. It is too tough / fatty. Flavor of the broth was amazing and so was the quality of the other meat. Also a great portion. read more

My wife was out of town for a weekend, leaving me free to eat someplace other than Panera Bread. I decided to try out Pho Cali, if only to discover for myself whether the prices were a) ridiculously high or b) extremely reasonable, and whether the service was a) terrible or b) wonderful, as the Yelp! hive-mind has vacillatingly claimed. I ordered the basic beef pho bowl, as the very solicitous proprieter / server / host informed me that it is the most popular dish. It was served hot and served quickly - and it was very tasty. The beef broth and noodles, which in and of themselves might be rather droll, were livened up with fresh basil, green onions, and a wedge of lime they provided. It was way too much food, but it was delicious - and I would say that the price was about right for the amount of food you're served. Definitely going to have to bring my wife here, if I am somehow able to drown out the siren song of Panera with the tasty temptation of Pho Cali. read more

Its pretty good for the Greater Wilmington, DE area. My go to place for a bowl of pho. I always get special wth everything in it. You can get tailor your pho to what you like. Large bowls are huge, so be hungry before ordering. I see they have bun bo hue and rices dishes too, I haven't tried. The decor and use a bit of an upgrade. Service is always friendly. read more

Pho Cali - ph đc bit - Vietnamese Near Me - Wilmington, Delaware

I love Vietnamese food. This place was really fresh and, at least when I was there, the service was good. For the price, it's definitely a great deal. It makes me sad that places like this don't seem to get as much business because people like the typical restaurant food (i.e. Italian, like Cafe Napoli which is right next door). I like places like this because they're authentic! (At least as far as I can tell.) I mean, sure--Asians aren't all about appearances and ambiance, etc., but you can get these flavors anywhere else. read more

Just wanted to add a quick update to my prior review... the broth is super-good now; so chow down, baby. The rest of my old review still stands. Yay for Vietnamese food in the northern-ish 302! (Please, will someone open one in BranMar Plaza?) read more

Pho was ok, not as tasty as other pho place, I was charged $4 for extra pho noodles which is only 1 at other places, and $5 for a kids drink?! The prices are not as same as shown on the menu read more

I noticed a few reviewers complaining that Pho Cali isn't quite upscale enough for their taste. I mean...it's in a strip mall anchored by PathMark and a Kohl's department store, so I didn't exactly walk in expecting fine dining. I did find exactly what I was looking for. Pho Cali is GOOD Vietnamese food at a decent price in a cozy sort of family dining- type atmosphere. It's funny: a couple people mentioned lukewarm broth...my broth was also tepid but flavorful, so it sort of made up for it being almost cold. I really wanted some cafe da, but I'm trying to give up dairy & I'm also watching calories. At least no one mentioned it in their reviews to make me crave it even more. :( Their menu kind of sucks if you don't eat beef or pork, pork & more pork! Also, someone mentioned the carry-out packaging dealie...I haven't had Pho "all over the world," but I have received takeout in separate containers at other Vietnamese restaurants. I think this is to preserve the freshness/flavor of the food, so that your sprouts, etc. are not wilted, or boiled to death like a traditional American "soup." Good stuff. read more

So they have pho, but it is not great. Check out one of the other pho places (Bear or Philly) if you really need a good pho fix. Granted, I went after they were open for only two months, so maybe they were still getting the kinks out of the system, but I can only have so many bowls of pho in my lifetime, and I'd rather go somewhere where I know the pho will be good. Broth: too "heavy" greasy, too much cinnamon Meat: good, ample portion Size: given the broth was heavy, the size was too much, not necessarily bad, but a good bowl of pho has you walking away light and energized...not this one other note: the vietnamese iced coffee was not traditionally made -- the coffee came "premade", already stirred. I could tell the grounds were not packed as the flavor was thin, with too much milk giving it a corn syrup taste. Iced coffee always comes with the strainer and condensed milk a the bottom. sheesh. read more

Let me preface this by saying, I love pho. I LOVE PHO. Ok. So. Pho Ha, it is not, but it's in Delaware and we don't get restaurants like this too often. It's not the best pho I've had, but it's a good, solid bowl. If it was in Philly, though, I'd be giving it a 3 - however, it's not. Often, I want Pho, but I don't feel like dealing with the traffic, the driving, and the general "citiness" of the city - this fits the bill perfectly. It's in suburban Wilmington, pretty quiet, and serves up a good, cheap bowl of goodness. I stop by at least every couple weeks. Pictures are available here: http://www.thisiswhatimeating.com/tag/pho-cali/ read more

My favorite Vietnamese restaurant is in NYC. I'm pretty picky when it comes to Pho. I recently moved to DE from NJ and was looking for someplace to eat that would possibly have authentic food. I gave Pho Cali a try and I'm so happy I did. When I first walked in I was kindly greeted and sat quickly. The menu was both in Vietnamese and English. I began to feel hopeful. There were many options to choose from but of course I went with the soup. I ordered the Pho Tom. My basil and bean sprouts came out first. Next to follow was the huge bowl of amazing yumminess! The broth was super clear and extremely flavorful. It was wonderful! I added my usual fixings and dug in. I didn't want it to end. If you love authentic Pho come to this adorable little restaurant. The only thing that would have made this dish completely perfect would have been if the noodles were handmade. They were still very good. Two thumbs up. I will go back very soon... I need more of that broth. read more

I love Pho Cali!! This is the most authentic Pho you can get in Delaware. While yes, I have had better pho, this is the best selection around for miles and it never disappoints. The interior looks like your usual pho restaurant, and like a lot of small pho places the server does not come around much after you get your food. They make recommendations when you ask, and they have a variety of options for those who are not huge pho fans. The eggrolls are also very good! Also for those groups with a diner who may not be a huge Vietnamese cuisine fan, there are also some safer rice and noodle options! I think I could bring anyone to this restaurant for some good food for a good price and they would be able to find something on the large menu. I would not come here expecting a four star dining experience- it is a hole in the wall restaurant in a strip mall and its pretty stereotypical of pho places in the US. However, the food speaks for itself which is why I am giving them four stars. Don't order the flank though, their selection is very fatty and difficult to chew. read more

Pho is a great group of dishes. However, selection in Delaware can be limited at times. Out of the several Vietnamese restaurants that are starting to pop up in Delaware this is one of the better ones. The offerings are varied with the usual standard dishes of pho and bun. The ingredients are fresh and vibrant with crisp flavors. You can also get extra pickled onions. The do have noodles such as xao don and xao mem which some of the other restaurants do not. The bun is fresh and well cooked without ending up mushy. It is bright in flavor without being too vinegary. I enjoy eating at this new place. The Pho Ga is made well with roast chicken and flavorful broth. The noodle are firm and not mushy. i would definitely get the extra pickled onions with the dish. read more

This place has good pho and their fresh summer rolls are both shrimp and chicken! It's only 7 bucks for four! Also the pho was good as well. There isn't much around and I was glad to have found this place to satisfy my craving for Asian food. Overall this place is inexpensive and good for pho. I highly recommend the summer rolls, you won't be disappointed. read more

Pho Cali - Yum! Special house Pho and fresh summer rolls with friends. - Vietnamese Near Me - Wilmington, Delaware

I love this restaurant!! I always get the noodle bowl with meatballs and the shrimp rolls with the yummy peanut sauce!! I have been going here for the past two years. I also love their coconut drink. The servings are plentiful and reasonable!! if you are a pho fan, then this place is it!! read more

PHABULOUS. Super fresh. Not gonna lie. It was the first Pho I'd ever had but if any other place is better this one, I may never leave. Love the condiments on the table. I'm a sauce freak. The takeout is amazing and fast too. I always get the Pho Tai Chin Nam (three types of beef, one raw that cooks in the superhot broth), an order of the summer rolls which are awesome and served with warm peanut sauce (Excellent touch) and an iced coffee. Ca Phe Sua Da (sp?) best coffee ever. It changed my life. I'll go there before work sometimes just to get one for $2. May this place never leave. Too convenient 1 mi away from my house! read more

Pho Cali - Pho Tai Chin Nam - Vietnamese Near Me - Wilmington, Delaware

I enjoyed it for my first time eating at Pho Cali, the service was fine, besides, I was busy eating my Bun Bo Hue to notice whether the waiter asked me for refills or not. The Bun Bo Hue was pretty good, decent size portions; I didn't really taste any hint of lemongrass, but I wouldn't say the broth was bland, that's just my opinion. Some people have been to the various pho places in Philly, and say the best pho in the area is found there so maybe that should be next on my pho list.The only thing I added was some chili paste and the side veggies they bring you (Basil, jalapeno, bean sprouts and lettuce) still a pretty tasty bowl of pho, and comparing it with Pho Nhu Vu, the latter might edge the other out just a tad flavor wise. I will be going back, the prices are good and I love pho. June, 10, 2012 I returned to Pho Cali, they have refurbished the booths and redone some of the decor, and it looks very nice. The food is still delicious and polite waitstaff. read more

I agree with a previous reviewer, this place doesn't look clean and is well-worn around the edges. Aside from that, the pho really is sad. It's not rich and deeply flavored as I'm used to from living in little Saigon (Arlington, VA). Also, they don't offer many different cuts of beef which is part of what makes pho interesting. No beef balls, brisket, or tendon. Just thinly sliced beef that's kind of tasteless. Worst of all, I had the same problem the previous reviewer had: on one occasion the waitress said they were out of basil and bean sprouts! How can you have Pho without the basil and beansprouts??? They should take it off the menu when/if they don't have the basics. No, I would not recommend this restaurant, at least, not for the Pho. It's a watered down something, but not at all like the real thing. Perhaps there are other things on the menu to recommend it which I have not tried (I'm a true Pho junkie so never order anything else.) read more

I'm definitely comparing this place to Vietnamese restaurants in Philly, so 3 stars it is. Came with a couple of co-workers who has never tried Vietnamese cuisine so they were quite impressed with the food here. The food is good, definitely satisfies my pho cravings. They have no other competition so they do pretty well during lunch. The portions are okay; I didn't get a lot of noodles in my pho and I'm used to the thinly sliced round eyed rare steak. Also, there's no sizes. Just one regular bowl, no option for the large like they do in Philly (not that I would get the large, but still). Price of the regular is the same as Philly's large :\ hrmmm. Service was typical pho service haha i'm used to the lack of attention. you order your food, you eat it. Overall, co-workers really enjoyed this place, I still told them Philly is better :D read more

Good prices , good Pho best in Delaware & open year round !!!! You get your food very fast. The parking lot is always packed though because it's I'm a shopping center but nonetheless love this place!! read more

Pho Cali - Steak Pho #2 delicious !! - Vietnamese Near Me - Wilmington, Delaware

We just moved here from south philly, there is a lot of pho there and it was a big part of what we ate on a weekly basis. Wow, this place holds up! It may even be as good broth as the famed pho75. Service was good and can't beat the price. I have found my new regular pho spot. Best pho in Delaware. read more

The food is fresh, hot, and delicious with generous sized plates. Authentic Vietnamese food at very reasonable prices. Set in a strip mall, they seem to have a branding issue as the signs alternately describe it as "Vietnamese Cuisine" or as "Pho Cali." The decor is a bit formica-ish with de rigeur waving plastic kitty on the counter. The service is efficient and fast, if not terribly friendly. A great place for a quick lunch or take-out: It's by far the best Vietnamese food I've found in Newark, DE. read more

I went there with my girl and sat down to sheer nothingness. ..very weird,bright and smelly...guess I'm not used to this kind of culture. ..the food was ok. Probably really good if you like this type of food and eating under a flouresant light bulb in silence. You know the old saying. ."You get what u pay for...that's very true in this case..it's so inexpensive you get just that. .lol..bottom line is the the food is good but very uncomfortable atmosphere with horrible service. . read more

We have had pho in many places. California, Mississippi, Maryland, Florida, and other places in between. The pho is acceptable. Broth was decent meat was low quality and not much portions were adequate but not huge Low quantity of noodles If you want a decent pho meal, not bad. I wouldn't go out of your way, but you don't have a lot of choices in new castle for quality pho. The other place we tried was awful (this was pho restaurant 2 on our stay and experience). So far, this is the better of the two and saigon was closed. Want to try that before I leave here. read more

Was visiting the area so decided to tryout this place after searching for pho. Was empty when we walked in. Food was pretty bad. Everything ordered looked old and not freshly made at all. Ordered pho, pork and vermicelli noodles and summer rolls. On top of that person working had a cough and sounded sick. Although she wore a mask near us she was definitely sick. Wouldn't go back. read more

Authentic Vietnamese pho! You would never expect to find such a gem in a strip mall, but there it is! Don't go there if you are expecting tablecloths, cloth napkins and waiters with coats. Do go there if you want to have darn good pho, generous portions at a good price. read more