Best Pho in town Must try Pho Suon Bo #2 I recently enjoyed a bowl of pho that was both comforting and full of flavor. The broth was rich and aromatic, with a deep beef taste that felt like it had been simmered for hours. The noodles were soft yet still slightly chewy, which made every bite satisfying. Thin slices of beef cooked perfectly in the hot broth, staying tender and juicy. I also loved the fresh herbs, bean sprouts, and lime that added brightness and freshness to the dish. Overall, it was a delicious bowl of pho that felt warm, authentic, and incredibly satisfying from the first spoonful to the last. read more

Service was prompt and helpful (ask how to get a free Thai tea). Was quick to close the door upon request (it was a cold day). Family friendly. read more

Good service and food is good. Best pho I've had in South Bay. Got the short rib combination Pho and it completely changes my standard to pho. read more

Very flavorful pho and at a reasonable price. Most of the noodle dishes are under $20 at the time of this review. If this is a good indicator, the place is full of Vietnamese diners so that's a positive endorsement. The place is clean and the staff is very attentive. I was seated immediately and given a laminated one sheet menu. The waiter took my order and within like 5 minutes the pho noodles arrived at my table. The rare steak cooks in the hot broth so it's not raw meat. I couldn't finish the bowl of noodles; it's enough to feed two people. So the rest is coming home with me to finish later. Highly recommend even though it's not fancy. read more

Pho Duoi Bo - Vietnamese diners inside the noodle house. - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

Food: 4.5/5 Service: 4/5 Ambiance: 4/5 When it comes to pho, I love it when the broth is steaming hot and Pho Duoi Bo didn't disappoint, the broth stayed hot throughout my entire meal! The broth was very rich and flavorful but as a heads up to those who prefer a 'cleaner' broth, it did lean a bit on the sweeter and oilier side for my personal taste. The depth of flavor was solid and the meats were tender and high quality! The vibe in the restaurant is casual but I am a little saddened by their service in regards to their loyalty program. The staff didn't mention anything about the buy 10 get 1 free promotion and I didn't realize I missed out on the opportunity until I had already left but I'll know for the next time I visit! If you want to give this place a try, remember to ask for extra lemons/limes to help cut through the sweetness and fattiness of the broth! Also, remember to ask for your stamp card at the register :) read more

Pho Duoi Bo - 12. Filet mignon steak, well done flank, fat brisket. - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

On Our first visit to Phơ Duoi Bo My party and I ordered 4 bowls, (Spicy and sour seafood, it's spicy for real, oxtail special, mixed chicken, and F7) 3 drinks: 2 teas and a smoothie, (peach tea, thai tea, and a mango smoothie), and egg rolls. For the most part we all enjoyed our soups, the broth on all of them was delicious. In regards to the food, if the rating was based on broth alone this would've earned them 5 stars. However, Pho No. 2 beats them on the flavor of their eggroll filling, and it appears the steaming hot broth is the main method used to cook the meat in the Pho, so the skin left on the chicken wasn't tender and a bit chewy. My son wasn't able to manage it, so he ended up taking most of the chicken out. In the future I know to order him the #27 chicken breast only. This is the reason for the 4 star overall rating. We prefer our meat a bit more tender. The service was on point. Our food arrived within 5 minutes of us ordering, hot and fresh, and it's always impressive when I don't have to ask for water. We visited after the lunch rush, on a Thursday afternoon, so they weren't too busy, but still had a continuous flow of customer's. The restaurant is located on the Eastside in a strip mall located on Alvin and Fontaine, a bit hoody from the outside, but the inside wall decor is beautiful. The restaurant offers bench and chair seating. We will most definitely visit again when conducting business on that side of San Jose, because a gentleman that received his food right before We we're leaving was enjoying a soup I want to try: #2A. I think that soup may change this review to 5 stars. P.S. They only offer one soup size - large. read more

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Was craving pho and stumbled upon this restaurant on yelp. Came here during dinner time and was seated right away with a few tables open. Pho with short rib combination (4/5)- broth was very flavorful yet didnt leave me feeling thirsty after consuming the broth. Everything was great but the only thing I would personally improve would be for the short rib to be more tender. The fresh noodles they offered were delicious and held the flavor of the broth. Overall, pretty good spot to get pho. read more

Pho Duoi Bo - 2. Special Combo #2- With Short Rib - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

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This place is a little overrated and over priced. HOWEVER .... If you are getting the large beef bone then I think the price is fair. It was late, I had just left a sporting event and wanted something comforting. The pho broth had a nice beef bone flavor and a good pho smell, but it was not pho flavor forward. It was a bit too sweet for my liking which makes me assume the chef is from the south. The meat quality, however, is one of the best I've had. Also it tasted more like msg rather than sweet from other ingredients. Not complaining about the use of MSG, however, it felt like they used too much. I got the soda, passionfruit drink, which taste highly artificial it didn't even taste like it was just from concentrate more like a powder. Overall, the bowl of pho and the drink came out to $33 including tip. I think it was a bit much for it being basic read more

Pho Duoi Bo - 5. Pho Filet Mignon and Lean Brisket - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

THIS PLACE WAS GENUINELY THE BEST PHO IVE EVER HAD! Coming into town, my friend and I were scouting the best Pho in SJ! We were coming in from Phoenix, where we haven't had good pho in a while (our favorite place closed ), so we were very excited to see all the reviews on Pho Duoi Bo on Yelp!!! And they did NOT DISAPPOINT! We both got the Filet Mignon Pho with fresh noodles. First off, the broth KNOCKED ANY OTHER PHO IVE EVER HAD out of the ball park. It was so full of flavor that typical pho places don't have. I don't even know how to describe it, but hearty and flavorful! It was darker, more brown than typical pho broths. The steak itself was tender, and it came with so much of the meat! Pho portions are typically large but the amour of meat and noodles in it were SO MUCH! A great bank for your buck! We knew we chose the right place when the place filled up at lunch time (picture taken at 11am). Their staff was hospitable even when the lunch crowd filed in, which I appreciate! There was plenty of seating for large or small parties, and the parking lot is shared with the rest of the strip mall. I will be dreaming about this pho until I head back to the Bay! read more

Pho Duoi Bo - Indoor seating - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

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Got the pho dac biet with oxtail. Love the broth, super good. They give so much meat, can lowkey split 1 between 2 ppl. A little expensive, around $30 for a bowl read more

Pho Duoi Bo - 1. Special Combo #1 with oxtail - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

We just returned from a two week trip in Europe -- and I was in dire need for some Asian food. My fellow Yelpers led us to this Pho spot. I felt like having something brothy and hearty so based on the reviews and photos, this was going to be our stop. These guys are newer in the SJ Pho game and have been around for a little over a year. That's okay though because they get to come in with their best hand swinging. We both had their #1 which is called out as Phở Đuôi Bò Đặc Biệt on the menu -- essentially the Combo Pho with all the different cuts of meats including oxtails. Portion sizes are very generous. Noodles were cooked al dente (thank goodness!) and broth had a hint of sweetness breaking away from all the savory toppings. We finished our bowls of comfort promptly and were so satisfied. Service was excellent for a Vietnamese restaurant. Our guy took our order minutes after we sat down and our food was out within 5 minutes. No frills, straightforward, and piping hot Pho being served right from the kitchen -- preferences when I'm looking for a Pho fix. Would recommend! read more

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Just letting them know that their broth was a bit bland today. I've been here 4x so it may just be an off day. It could also be early in the day and they haven't reached near the bottom of the pot where all of the flavors are. My wife agrees. However, the amount of fresh noodles and meat for my #2 is very generous. The meat on the bone simply falls off although still a little firm. The meat quality is very good. I actually have enough leftover for dinner. Service at lunch is standard. It was pretty busy on a Wednesday today. I believe 2 servers manned the front. I don't think music was playing this time around. They have a buy 10 get 1 free deal which I wish the servers would offer us. I saw it on my way out. read more

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First time coming here and the parking lot does get packed so it can be hard to find a parking spot. They had a lot of variety of pho, we both got the #4 which was really good! I really liked the pho broth, this would definitely be a place I come back too! I like how they offer the fatty onion broth as it always makes the soup base richer. The eggrolls had a refreshing flavor that paired well with the pho. The bean sprouts come steamed which makes the pho broth stay hot! One thing I noticed is that our pho bowl soup stayed hot throughout the whole meal, when most places get colder gradually. I enjoyed this place and would come back! read more

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Since the weather's getting pretty chilly (though it's spring..), the fam and I decided to stop by to get a heartwarming bowl of pho! This place is pretty trendy, so we had to check it out. Our usual go to pho place would be pho hanoi, but the pho here is honestly.. BETTER?? We got the #1 - Pho Duoi Bo Dac Biet and #2 - Pho Suan Bo Bac Biet. Since they have the same broth and everything, I can basically write one review. I don't know if it's because of the weather, the broth feels really homey and warm. It's not too greasy, which is win for me. The meat is not tough at all, and has a good proportion of fat to it! I loved how the noodles were the perfect texture for me, which is a little bit more firmer than the regular pho noodles you usually get. The short rib is literally GIANT; I couldn't an entire one with the noodles! So tender, it fell of the bone almost immediately when I picked it up. Again, the meat on the short rib has a good fat proportion, so it's not too lean. The oxtail for the #1 was similar: really tender and quite literally melts in your mouth. We also got the vietnamese coffee, which was great. It wasn't bitter at all, but at the same time, the dairy didn't overthrow the taste of the coffee! I loved the chick fil a ice! What cost this place a whole star was because of the really slow service. Hate to use exacts, but I've asked the staff with bleached hair for a pair of scissors, but she kept forgetting until I asked another time. We last minute ordered the vietnamese coffee from her at the start of the meal, but she also forgot about that until we asked her about it again. We didn't receive our coffee until we signed the checks. Can't blame her though, because this place is seriously understaffed. I mean SERIOUSLY. There were only like two people waiting tables! Also, this place is really booming. We went at 1:30 pm, and still was the tenth party on the waitlist. I'm not sure how to avoid these massive waits, but I would suggest going on a weekday maybe. Saturday noontime wasn't the smartest decision. Though I wish that they would make their menu options wider, great pho. Will be back for more! read more

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This might just be the best pho place in the Bay Area and nearly rivals places like Phoholic and Pho 79 in OC! I'd drive all the way down to San Jose from SF just to eat here because it's that good. The broth is extremely flavorful without being overbearing and the fresh noodles carry the taste well. I'd recommend the fresh noodles if you haven't tried it with your broth! The bowls of pho come out quickly and piping hot so you don't wait for long. Service is quick & the restaurant itself is clean. It seems to be super busy most of the time but it was pretty dead around 3 PM! read more

First time here and it was very satisfying. The soup was piping hot just the way I like it, the rib was soft and tender, the soup itself was very savory! I was also pleased with the egg rolls! Some places don't make egg rolls well and this restaurant really hit the spot :) I will be back! read more

Pho Duoi Bo - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

Buy 10 bowls of pho get 1 bowl free !!! Open till midnight! Ample parking shared with other businesses in the same shopping center. A few Tables can use some cleaning up, dirty dishes still sitting on the tables . Service was a slow , had to asked for water , took awhile to take our order . We all had pho beef , I opted for #6 filet mignon steak and well done flank , I love that they are generous with their scallions and cilantro. Broth to me was smidgen sweet for my pallet other than that it was good. read more

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Overall a solid bowl of pho if you want something easy going. Like many others have said, this is Northern style, so the broth is going to be lighter, rather than a hefty spice bomb Service here is a highlight. Everyone working here is so friendly and smiling. My bowl was at my table lightning fast Noodles were fresh and perfectly toothsome. The small bowl is already a good portion size for both noodles and meat. I got #14 with rare steak, well done flank, tendon, and tripe. My only gripe is that there was only 1 smallish piece of tendon Friday at 7, the restaurant was less than half full, but by the end of the hour, it was completely packed read more

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Really enjoyed this pho spot! The restaurant was super clean and the food was fresh and delicious. The broth was flavorful and everything tasted really well made. Definitely coming back again :) read more

Pho Duoi Bo - Really enjoyed this pho spot! The restaurant was super clean and the food was fresh and delicious. - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

I think the broth is very rich. The noodles were okay, and I liked adding in sauces. I do think that it doesn't come with a lot of meat, so I just took my sister's meat since she ordered a different one. Lots of green onions in the soup, and it's pretty good. It is pretty pricey, though. As for the ambiance, they play a lot of vinahouse music, but it's not too loud that it's obnoxious. I also came in here starving, so music didn't really matter. read more

Pho Duoi Bo - #4. Pho Filet Mignon Rare Steak - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

Delicious! Probably the best pho I've had in south bay so far! We came on a Saturday around 2:30pm for a late lunch, and they still had a good amount of people eating inside. Good service, fast food. Pay at the register after you're done. It is a bit pricey for pho, ~$20-$22, but it's pretty worth Beef rib combo - 5/5, massive tender beef rib packed with flavor! They also gave a lot of other meats which were equally as good in their own way. Soup was super tasty. They gave a large portion of noodles and the option for thin or thick. Ox tail combo - 5/5, one big and one small piece of oxtail, also tender and delicious. Yum! read more

Pho Duoi Bo - Beef rib - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

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Food was so good the beef has generous portions and the broth was amazing!! Will definitely come back read more

Pho Duoi Bo - Juicy beef pho 2. Special Combo #2- With Short Rib was so good!! - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

Wanted some oxtail so we came for oxtail pho. (After all that's what they named the restaurant) Service 4.5 stars. Pretty efficient and quick. Sat us down, but took some time to get the menu and order. But everything was brought out in a timely manner. The place wasn't crowded for a Saturday evening but full enough. Pretty casual eat and dine. Food: 3.5 stars. I got the oxtail combination pho. Hubby got the oxtail only and little the rare filet mignon. The good: plenty of topping. Pho broth was light and tasted great. Plenty of toppings for meat in the dish. The meat slices had substance (not too thinly sliced). Sprouts were blanched. The pho broth was really piping hot- a plus when having rare meat on the side. The bad: I was disappointed in the oxtail. I like mine cooked really well where it's almost fall off the bone and this was not the case. They did give plenty of it, but a bit chewy and I feel like it could have used more time cooking. We were all super thirsty after eating the pho so I wondered if there was plenty of msg in the broth. Overall a decent meal. 3.5 stars but rounded up to 4 for the pleasant ambience. read more

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Came here with a group of 5. My husband got the shortrib special, and I got the oxtail. The toppings were great and tasted delicious. It is a little on the pricier side compared to a lot of other places, but I do think the toppings are pretty nice. I am a little disappointed they kicked us out abruptly when we were finished. Just told us to leave so they could seat the next guests when we were still trying to have some water, and we weren't there for an unreasonable amount of time. read more

Pho Duoi Bo - 1. Special Combo #1 with oxtail - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

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If you're ever craving a late night bowl of pho, this just might be your spot. Tucked away in an unassuming strip mall you'll find Pho Duoi Bo, serving up Vietnamese dishes, with pho being their all-star player. I went around 11pm and service was very quick. We walked in and got seated right away. It wasn't too busy but that didn't mean it wasn't good! I ordered the combination pho with beef rib, which was very good, definitely might be a player in my top 5 San Jose Phos. The only wish I had was for the beef rib to be a little more tender, that would have really brought it up to the next level. But the pho broth itself had a great beefy and umami flavor, a level of depth that is definitely expected from any pho. Not too salty, not too gamey, not too oily. It was a goooood broth. So if you're looking to have a chill late night, having some delicious pho, in a simple and laid back restaurant, this just might be the spot for you! read more

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the flavor of the broth here is by far the best ive had in the bay area! i got the rare stk pho & it's super favorable, quick service, and very consistent (this is my 3rd time here now) plenty of indoor seating & attentive waiters. highly recommend this place to others, you will not be disappointed read more

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If you're looking for a delicious bowl of pho, this is the spot to be at! I love that they offer both fresh and regular pho noodles. The meats are always sooo soft and tender, making every bite perfect and the broth is full of flavor! I like that they're now open until 12:30 AM -- hands down the best late night pho spot on the East Side. read more

Pho Duoi Bo - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

Found this place based on high Yelp reviews. They lived up to the hype. We tried their pho and was very impressed. The broth was amazing. It was super flavorful and comforting, and I loved the addition of minced ginger, which really elevated it and added a nice depth of flavor. The beef was also great quality and tasted very fresh. I usually get the raw meat on the side, but noticed it's an extra $1, so I opted out this time...not a big deal, just something to note. They also have a rewards stamp program where you get 1 free bowl after 10 bowls, which is a nice bonus. Great service too! read more

Pho Duoi Bo - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

Service was a bit slow. Had to wave them a couple times for utensils and to take our order. Pho was flavorful with fresh noodles. Beef rib was tender too. I think this may be the best pho restaurant we've been to in San Jose. The place is pretty spacious but it gets busy fast. read more

Pho Duoi Bo - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

My family and I came here on a Sunday morning. We were looking forward to Kobe Pho but they said they were out for a few days now. I ended up getting number 6. Soup was good, but probably on the salty side--adding some lemon balanced it out. There were plenty of meats, and I loved their saté. Atmosphere is pretty cozy. Would come back. Reviewing on Yelp will also get you a free Thai tea. It's pretty decent. read more

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I was excited to try this since it's been on social media as one of the best new pho places and I have to say, I'm disappointed. They did give a lot of noodles and the meat was tender and big but the broth was missing something. I wanted to try the torched beef pho but they didn't have that on the day I went. I ordered the fresh thick noodles vs the thin noodles which I normally like at other pho places. The broth just lacked depth and flavor. They have hoisin and sriracha to dip the meat but honestly, I just feel like there needed to be something else. There are other pho places I'd rather eat. read more

Pho Duoi Bo - Beef short rib pho - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

Rich broth, generous portion and good temperature. My husband and I got the short rib and oxtail combos. Both were delicious and includes the side condiments including already sauteed bean sprouts. We also had a cane sugar drink with slice of orange. Again very delicious. read more

The restaurant is spacious and comfortable. The menu is really easy to read with pictures. Walking in, the smell hits you in a way that makes your stomach instantly start complaining. The service is fast, and I love that they serve lemon water as soon as you sit down. read more

Love this place. I got the number 7 pho with rare filet mignon and tendon and went with the fresh noodles. They're flatter and wider than the regular ones, which I'm into, but you can choose normal noodles too. The pho is northern style so the broth was super clean, really beefy, and full of flavor without feeling heavy. It honestly doesn't need a bunch of dressing with sriracha and hoisin. I just added some black pepper and a little squeeze of lime and that was perfect. They don't skimp on the meat either, and the tendon pieces were huge!. They also blanch their bean sprouts, which I actually appreciate because it keeps my broth hot. Decent portion. I was very full. The one thing I wished they had was pickled garlic! For me, this spot beats Pho Ha Noi when it comes to pho. I'll definitely be back! They have a punch card reward system. Eat 10 bowls and get 1 free! read more

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We just beat the rush at 5:30pm on a Friday evening. We were seated and the restaurant was empty, and by the time we ordered, the restaurant was nearly full. It was my first time trying northern-style pho and it did not disappoint! We each got the #10 (pho with filet mignon, well-done flank, and tendon) and it came out within 10-15 minutes. Man, that bowl was fresh, the noodles were probably one the top pho noodles, perfectly cooked and still al-dente as you ate them. The broth was different than I have had before, but it was a good different. Slightly sweet and mostly savory. The basil, bean sprouts etc. were all fresh as well. Inside the restaurant there was a nice mural-painting decor on the walls and it felt very fitting for the restaurant. Also, the bathrooms were decent, and were available for customers to use. read more

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They only serve pho here, nothing else. No appetizers, no other menu items, which was surprising for a Vietnamese spot. That said, it seemed popular with locals, as many people were dining in. Unfortunately, the pho broth itself was quite salty, which was disappointing. I added a lot of lime to try to balance it out, and I love salt, so if I'm saying it was too salty, that really says something. The parking lot felt a bit chaotic and slightly uneasy, possibly due to the area. I don't think I'd return mainly because of the overly salty broth. Customer service was also pretty much nonexistent. The only time we saw the server was when the food was brought out, and we were never checked on after that. There are plenty of other pho spots in San Jose. read more

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Me and my friend came on a Sunday around 1:30pm, it was a full house and there were 4 groups ahead of us in line, but we got seated shortly after. I had the seafood pho(spicy and sour), I would give it 3.5. Decent ingredients, better than average. The flavor was just an okay not spicy or sour. Had to add chili oil to enhance the flavor. My friend had the #2 based on the server's recommendation. She said it's more like a 3. The ribs was supposed to be the highlight end up kind of bland. Around 3pm, they started playing loud R&B which really killed the ambiance. We could barely hear each other since the music was so loud. The neighbor table also felt weird about the sudden change of music. Also didn't like how they try to "bribe" the customers to write Yelp reviews by giving a free boba tea? drink. This review certainly isn't under incentives. read more

Pho Duoi Bo - Seafood pho - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

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Came here on may 13,2026 (Wednesday). Service was good. The items were pricey. Staff was fast and had good service. We waited 12-15 minutes for our food. Chicken wings were a bit sweet but good. The pho was too sweet but the meat portion was generous and big for two people! Yummy read more

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I've been coming since July 2025 and after my last visit on 1/17/2026 I can give an honest review of the times I've come. Out of the 5 times I've come 3/5 have been good. The last visit was lackluster as in we ordered 2 #2 specials with Short Rib & Hanh Dam (picked onion) and a Viet Coffee the waitress didn't bother to tell us that she forgot or they no longer had it the onion or viet coffee. Then our pho the broth was good this day but the short ribs were tough. They needed some more cooking time cause it wasn't tenderism. I can say this is the most disappointing experience here. Had to be a day I was introducing it to my friend who's never been. Unfortunately when a place gets more popular the quality goes down. The time a person goes to eat at an establishment shouldn't matter. So I hope they work on consistent quality product and service. 4/5 times I've been the broth has been good deep rich flavor. 1/5 the ribs have been tough. 1/5 times the ox tail has been a little tough. 4/5 times service was great. 1/5 times the broth wasn't as rich. So take my review as it is, expect the unexpected. read more

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2.5 Honestly a 3 for the food (it's solid but nothing special) but a 2 on value. Pho Kobe($23)- got damnnnnnn $23 for a bowl of pho before tax tip... Ok but the meat quality gotta be hella good right? Nah just mid. The meat quality was ok and it was served rare into the bowl which is good but the cuts are a bit too thick for my liking and honestly we all know it's not really Kobe or anything near a5 but still I wanted tender shabu-like beef and that's def not it. Broth was ok I've had better... My current fav is pho San Jose on berryessa. For meat quality on just steak pho dao is the spot but their broth is a bit too bitter/medicinal for me. The noodles were par for the course. Side of torched kobe($12)- Again not Kobe. The torched was cool cause you get that charred flavor but it's a tiny side and it honestly just tastes like beef nothing nearly as good as what you'd find at a kbbq or jbbq restaurant. Overall, while I don't have any huge complaints about the food itself it's nothing really I'd come back for and the prices are so high it's practically criminal. I spent $40 out the door for just one person lol read more

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