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    Pho Far East

    4.3 (576 reviews)
    ModerateVietnamese
    Open • 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Good for kids
    Dogs allowed

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    Beef and Meatball Pho
    hayley

    I love the food here! The food is very flavorful and this makes this one of my top restaurants to go to. In my first review, I mentioned how they were never refilling the water, no matter who I waived down. But since that review, they have really upped their A game. They always go around asking if people would love their drinks refilled, and even if they are not your server, they are very attentive to the tables. I can tell that they all work as a team here! The only complaint is that since they switched owners a while back, the pho isnt as flavorful. But it is still really good compared to other options out there in Raleigh.

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    Angela Z.

    This is the best Vietnamese food imo in the triangle! It's so flavorful, and fresh; the pho broth was amazing. They also have a few more unique Vietnamese pieces like salty lemonade. The service was fast and friendly and the portions were big for a good price. I will definitely come back here again!

    31. Pho Dac Biet
    Jake V.

    | Overview + Our #1 rated pho in the Triangle NC + Authentic & fresh Vietnamese food + Excellent & fast customer service + Summer rolls tasted fresh - Bread of Banh Mi was hard - Vietnamese coffee was small for $5 - Space can be very limited during busy hours | Full Review Out of all the phos we've tried in the Southeast USA (or even in the world), Pho Far East's $17 Pho Dac Biet (combination pho with steak, brisket, tripe & meatball) is the best. My parents recommended this small Vietnamese restaurant in Capital Blvd., Raleigh about 5 years ago, and since then, my girl & I have been here in multiple times. One night, I even drove for 45 min. through the storm just to eat their special pho. The broth was just right: not too salty and not bland. Of course, just like with any pho, we usually add some hoisin sauce & siracha to enhance its flavor. The vermicelli noodles were well-cooked, and not soggy. A plate of sprouts and mint leaves were served on the side, and we added them all to the pho. The authentic flavor of the soup was served hot with a good amount of beef & noodles. Many other Vietnamese restaurants omit the tripe but Pho Far East's special pho puts a fine amount. Every spoonful of pho tasted delicious & healthy fresh. We usually get a bowl each of Pho Dac Biet with 1 order of Summer Rolls (2 pieces) that comes with peanut sauce for dipping, but this time, we only ordered 1 bowl, 1 order of Summer Rolls (20. Goi Cuon in the menu), 1 Bhan Mi Thit Nuong (pork Banh Mi), and 1 Vietnamese iced coffee. We shared all of them. The bowl of the pho was big enough for 2 to share but this is the kind that's worth ordering for just 1 person. The $7 Summer rolls (My girl's favorite Vietnamese appetizer) were medium-sized; we've seen larger & smaller ones in other restaurants. The cold ingredients (pork, shrimp, cucumber, basil & vermicelli wrapped in rice paper) tasted so fresh, and the amount of peanut sauce is just right for 2 pieces. The pork Banh Mi was our least favorite part of our latest order. While the grilled pork, daikon, cilantro, jalapeno, lemongrass & carrot tasted fresh, the French bread of this Vietnamese sandwich was too hard to chew. The $5 Vietnamese coffee was also not satisfying because of its small size. We'd rather make some at home. In my opinion, it lacked the creaminess we crave in a Vietnamese coffee. Our server's name was Daniel - he was friendly and provided excellent customer service. All the items in our order arrived surprisingly fast (less than 5 minutes) . Our latest visit was Sunday afternoon, and although this Pho Far East can get crowded sometimes, it wasn't super busy this time. Despite the restaurant's small size, it looked well-managed with clean dining areas and bathrooms. Pho Far East also serves Vietnamese rice dishes, but we've only tried one of them once before. If we wanted a good Vietnamese vermicelli plate, we rather go to Taste of Vietnamese in Morrisville. Pho Far East specializes in pho so that's the main reason we come here. | Overall Score: 4.5/5

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    Jihoon B.

    I've been a patron for 15 years of this place. It's the best Vietnamese restaurant in the triangle. It's very unique and has way more options than the other Vietnamese places in the area. The portions are very generous and the food comes out very quickly and fresh. I highly recommend this place if you're looking for a Vietnamese restaurant in the triangle!

    Grant F.

    Best Vietnamese restaurant in the triangle!!!! The pho is just another level of freshness and flavor. Everything was so flavorful and there are so many options! Way more than any other viet restaurant in the triangle!!! I highly recommend it!! Great ambience too. They don't take reservations, at least on the weekends, but we got seated on a Saturday pretty quickly!

    Thai tea
    Catherine J.

    This is my favorite Vietnamese spot. If you're reading this and love Vietnamese food, go ahead and pull in the parking lot. Very authentic, service has never disappointed me, and very clean. Can get busy on the weekends and it's not that big inside. Everything you expect from a pho restaurant and more. My favorite is the chicken pho of course :)

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    Charles H.

    This place is awesome, it's super authentic and family owned. We've ate Vietnamese food all over the country and this is by far the best place! They also have awesome drinks that are made to order in house! Give this place a try!!

    The pho here is amazing. We came in with high hopes that were fulfilled! Fast service. Busy place even on a weeknight, with lots of people waiting. We eat at Vietnamese restaurants regularly (in CA) and would definitely come back here when we are in the area. The menu includes some specialty items, one of which was #60 (see photo) and did not disappoint.

    84. Com Suon Trung
    danelle b.

    I love this place! I have eaten here around four times and realized I've never wrote a review. I must admit I have never had their pho, but my companion always gets it and I taste it; it's good! I always opt for a rice dinner. The grilled pork is my favorite. The spicy chicken in lemongrass is also good. The service is always excellent, everyone is so nice. The restaurant is nice and cozy, there can be a wait on the weekends

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    Ami V.

    I got the veggie pho without tofu and Thai iced tea Both were very good and I'll definitely be coming back. The service was quick and then waitress was nice, the inside was clean and it was pretty busy when I went.

    31. Pho Dac Biet
    Mike B.

    Still my go-to Pho spot. The menu is updated, but food still as good as ever. Been here many, many times and still the only thing I've ever ordered is the pho. Enormous bowl, hearty flavorful broth, big portion of steak, brisket, tripe and meatballs. Fresh basil and bean sprouts. How can you go wrong? Consistency is important and this place always was and continues to be great!

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    Brian L.

    Pho Far East has been a long-time favorite of my family. Often we would swing by when we were in the area to get some quality Vietnamese food. Coming from California, there are fantastic Vietnamese restaurants everywhere. When we moved to NC, we were surprised by how hard it was to find a quality Vietnamese restaurant that serves great pho. Pho Far East is the one exception. Pho Far East delivers on all its dishes, leaving you satisfied regardless of what you order. What I like most about this place is that they don't skimp on the ingredients. There is plenty of noodle, meat, and vegetables in the bowl. The soup is delicate and well prepared, enough so that it doesn't overpower any of the individual ingredients. I can confidently say 5/5 stars, definitely give this place a try if you are in the area and looking for some great food.

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    Really good food, love it I would say the best in town! Drop by whenever you're town, you'll love it too.

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    Phenomenal food. I have been coming since I was a child and will still recommend this place to anyone moving in the area.

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    Food was delicious, the best pho in Raleigh! The Bahn Mi was also super good, the meat was flavorful and super tender. Great Service!

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    Anise Pho

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    New pho restaurant selection for the evening. I ordered the usual vegan pho with tofu. This was…read moregreat pho with all the typical veggies and perfect vegan broth with added tofu. Parking was easy right out front with no wait time. If you want a Vietnamese restaurant with quality taste and great food, this is a great choice.

    We walked to Anise Pho from our AirBNB in downtown Raleigh on a cold night. I'm glad we walked,…read morebecause finding parking would have been tough- and probably would've resulted in us walking just as far. I like Vietnamese food, but the options are limited where I live- and the options for vegetarians are even MORE limited at most Vietnamese spots. This spot is different- they have a whole page of vegan options on the back of the menu. My vegan pho with tofu was wonderful, and I loved the kick from the chili oil. I also liked adding the pho toppings, and they brought us extra bean sprouts since my husband and I both love them. I didn't have anything to drink, but all of the drinks were super reasonably priced. My husband had a beer. The bar has everything you could want to drink as well as mocktails. The portions are large, and when we got to-go containers, the employees even brought us plastic bags to pack each container in, so nothing leaked on our walk home. That was a nice touch and well appreciated. My husband got a bahn mi for later, and it was also packaged well for a to-go item. Anise is a great choice for pho or other Vietnamese foods in Raleigh, and if I lived nearby, I'd be a regular here and try everything on the vegan menu.

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    3.7(374 reviews)
    10.1 mi
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    We were long time customers of the old owner and so glad they sold it to someone who is spending…read morethe time and resources to improve it. We dined there tonight for the first time since they took over. And we're pleased to see they have fixed things up. We ordered the Pho and also the grilled chicken vermicelli with vegetables. The pho had a nice flavor and was well cooked. The vermicelli dish featured fresh crisp vegetables and the grilled chicken had a very nice marinade which I had never seen at any other Vietnamese restaurants in the area. The staff were very friendly and our order was taken quickly and accurately. Our food also arrive quickly and tasted good. We're glad to say the new owners have improved most every aspect of the restaurant and we will be coming back as regular customers. Recommend you give them a try.

    My Mom lives in Raleigh and comes often. She was so excited to have us try her favorite Pho spot…read more The outside and inside are not very fancy, but it gets the job done. We were seated right away, the server was super fun and friendly. There are for sure regulars that come here. The server knew a lot of people by name, for pick up orders and sitting inside. The Pho is for sure the best thing on the menu. If I would have only had the Pho it would have been a five star experience. I however had the combination and bbq chicken Banh mi Sandwiches and the shrimp spring rolls. The spring roll was crispy on the outside but still frozen on the inside. They remade it and the outside tasted like burnt oil and the inside was still cold. The Banh mi Sandwiches were full of super fresh veggies, I loved that! The downside is the combination one had no Mayo so I had to ask for some. The other downside was that the bbq chicken one had no sauce at all and very little chicken. Again, the veggies were really crunchy and fresh which I loved. Overall I would for sure go back for the Pho, it was delicious. One of the best broths I've had at a Pho spot.

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    I have not been to Bida Manda in years. It is a classic in downtown Raleigh and highly regarded as…read morethe predecessor to Brewery Bhavana. We came in with some friends on a Monday to celebrate a birthday. My friend has a gluten and dairy allergy, which was actually no problem here. So if that is a dietary concern for you or a loved one - this is a great spot to bring them! We were all able to enjoy a majority of the food. My partner and I both enjoyed a mocktail version of the roselle freezy - it was amazing! Either as a mocktail or a cocktail, you should try this drink. For starters, we had the crispy chicken wings, spring rolls with veggies, and the lettuce wraps. We all enjoyed the chicken wings so much that we got a second order of them. I enjoyed the spring rolls much more than the lettuce wraps as they had more flavor to them. For dinner, we shared an order of the Manda Amphone's Curry and the chicken pad thai. I originally did not expect to be blown away by the pad thai - boy, was I wrong. This is hands down the best pad thai I have ever had. If you love pad thai, you need to try theirs. I also thoroughly enjoyed the curry. Both dishes were rich and flavorful and came with enough to share between 4 adults. Overall, not having been to Bida Manda in 10+ years, I was impressed and will definitely return.

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    Brewery Bhavana was the first dinner spot I tried in downtown Raleigh after moving here and let me…read morejust say it was a truly tasty experience. I brought a friend who came into town and we were craving dim sum. The ambience was relaxing, the food was stellar, and my friend and I had an amazing time. Our waiter was very helpful in guiding us through the menu (because I was wayyy too indecisive) and even took our picture at the end of the night.

    Highly recommend making a reservation! Our reservation was at 9pm on a Saturday night and the…read moreentire restaurant was PACKED! I was really surprised that even at that hour the whole restaurant was busy. The interior was stunning!! I loved the lighting fixtures and drappy curtains. I would say that I didn't like that they dimmed the lights sooo low that I could barely see my food or my friend across the table. There's mood lighting and then there's "I can't see lighting" and it was definitely the latter, which I didn't care for. The food was absolutely amazing!!!! 10 out of 10, the staff was also incredible! Can't wait to come back for more! My favorite was the Pork & Chive Shumai (dumplings with caviar) it was my first time trying caviar and I loved it. I didn't like the seafood dumplings as much as I expected. They were really good. I just loved the pork ones more. The beef and crab rice was also EXCELLENT!!!! Well worth the price. Beautiful place.

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    This restaurant has been on my list to visit for a couple of years. I was finally able to go. It…read morewas fine. Nothing spectacular. The reason I gave it 4 stars was because the dumplings were disappointing. They were not warm and the dumpling dough was thick. We got the David's dumplings and the crispy spicy wontons. The wontons were better. I liked the crispy dough but they weren't spicy at all. The entree meals were better. I had the Malaysian curry soup which had a nice kick and was steaming hot. It had lots of different toppings in it which was nice. My husband got the fried rice. It was also really good. The Chinese sausage complimented the rice well and there were plenty shrimp in it too. If I went back I would forgo the dumplings and just go straight to having the entree.

    First of all, I love the ambiance there. The exposed bricks are so pretty to me! They also have…read moresuch a huge space. They even have a private event room as well! Secondly, the food!!! We ordered a lot of food (2 appetizers and 3 entrees ) and our eyes were not bigger than our stomachs because we finished all the food We are proud big backs lol What we tried and how we'd rank them: David's Original Half Fried Dumplings Malaysian Curry Noodle Soup Open Top Pork and Shrimp Siu Mai Dumplings Sautéed Green Beans David's Fried Rice with Chinese Sausage Make sure to ask them for their house made chili oil! It's spicy but a little sweet. We were both fans. My friend even asked if they sell it

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