(4/5) I was very excited to try Pho Kim Long Sunday around lunchtime - line out the door, but goes by quick All the food we tried was solid :) Viet coffee is super strong Pho is delicious, nothing super special Staff are friendly :) read more

Pho Kim Long - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

TL;DR: Quality has dropped but still a decent spot to get a hot & fast bowl of pho! Seating is usually not a problem, service is fast, and the food is still good although both quality and quantity have dropped over the years Ordered #1 (and the beef bone pho for my wife) and it was just alright. Pho temp was hot (always a plus) but the amount of meat and the quality of the meat has really plummeted. The interior has been upgraded and it definitely feels more like a traditional restaurant but...I think I speak for everyone when I say I'd rather be elbow to elbow with the next table over with the Pho Kim Long of pre-2020 Might be back - probably not though. Sad to see this one come off my list of staples. read more

Pho Kim Long - 1 - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

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Finally got around to trying Pho Kim Long after hearing about it for a while. I stopped by for lunch with a coworker and the restaurant was really packed and lively, but luckily a party had just finished so we were seated quickly. The waitresses and waiters were attentive and brought us menus and water right away. I ordered the #1 combo pho and overall really enjoyed it. The broth was flavorful without being overly rich or oily like I expected after reading some reviews. I also appreciated that the broth wasn't too sweet, which seems to be the trend at a lot of pho spots lately. I'd give the pho a 3.5/5 overall. The main downside for me was that the noodles were a little overcooked and softer than I personally prefer, but the broth itself was quite good and definitely the highlight of the meal. I would definitely want to come back to try it again with other friends! read more

Pho Kim Long - Pho combo - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

Had a large #7 (Beef Broth w/Steak and Brisket). Pretty tasty with lots of noodles, which is always a good thing. The broth was nice by itself, which isn't always the case at other pho restaurants. read more

I brought my mom to eat here this time. I got the grilled fish and BBQ pork with vermicelli noodles (serves 2). I saw someone eating that last time and wanted to try it this time. It did not disappoint. I really enjoyed it. You get all the ingredients to wrap your own wrap like a spring roll. I enjoyed the meal. My mom likes it too. We even had left over as we couldn't finish it all. I will come back again and have my son try it as he finished the leftover and wanted more lol. Plenty of seating, but can get crowded. You pay at the cashier by telling them your table #. Overall, this is one of the best Vietnamese restaurant in the Bay Area. I still remember this restaurant when it was first opened and they have remodeled this place and made it bigger many years ago. Interior design of the restaurant is much better. There is always people coming in and out, they have really good business here. read more

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My family and I love this place. It's super close to my work and we frequently come here for dinner after their sports or school events. Their portions are hearty, whether it be a rice plate or a bowl of pho. Today we ordered two bowls of pho, some spring rolls; and fried egg rolls. Be ready to order as they will approach you quickly after seating you. It's very clean, since it was remodeled several years ago. We were in and out in no time and our tummies were full and content. read more

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This restaurant has been serving the San Jose area forever. They are known for their bun cha, which, in my opinion, is better than what you get in the famous restaurant that served president Obama. The pho is also solid; the broth is packed with flavor, and they use high-quality meat. This place can get crowded; however, it's not a bad wait at all. Even though the place is super busy, the workers keep the restaurant clean. Highly recommend if you haven't tried it out yet! read more

Pho Kim Long - Pho Dac Biet - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

Delicious food and fast service! Especially a fan of their turmeric fish dish! It comes with vermicelli, veggies, peanuts, crackers and rice paper wraps as well as sauce. So delicious and flavorful! I feel like each portion can serve up to 4 people, depending on how hungry you are! Definitely a unique Vietnamese dish (: read more

Pho Kim Long - Turmeric fish and grilled pork combo with fresh dill and onion - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

My absolute favorite pho spot--always recommend this spot whenever a friend asks for good Vietnamese food in the Bay Area. I know people who drive all the way across the bay to eat here. As any authentic Viet place, service is average, but the food is always consistent and comes out quickly. The place is usually pretty busy, sometimes with a line outside the door. Simple, no frills atmosphere. My favorite thing to get here is the Bun Thit Nuong--the pork is delicious, fatty, with grill marks, and I always crave it when I'm home. The egg rolls (cha gio) is classic delicious Vietnamese egg rolls, which I consider the best kind of egg rolls (tied with Lumpia). My parents enjoy the Pho here, and my dad usually asks to go here for celebrations. As they were born in Vietnam, I'd say it's a pretty good compliment. read more

Pho Kim Long - 27. Bún Thịt Nướng Chả Giò - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

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I have been a hater of Pho Kim Long for the longest time because I do not like their pho or any of the noodle soup dishes. I am picky and their noodles are just way too overcooked for my liking and their broth is mid. However, all their other dishes that are not noodle soup are amazing! I usually for the bun cha Hanoi. The savory yet sweet fish sauce with charred grilled pork belly and that big piece of bouncy meatball is so delicious! Their cha ca va long is tasty too, they don't skimp on the herbs and peanuts which is a must for this dish. I recently got to tried their pho ap chao (with crispy blocked noodles) and I think I will add that to my rotation of dishes to order from here. If you are looking for the best pho, this place ain't it but if you are looking to try other amazing Vietnamese food, they have a good selection here! read more

Pho Kim Long - Pho ap chao - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

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A solid choice if looking for a comforting meal of pho in the winters. I liked their chicken pho so much that I dined here thrice in a month, thanks to the cold winter evenings. They have a plenty of tables for dine-in and I was honestly surprised that the tables were completely occupied on a Thursday evening. It seems to have been around for years but I was only recently introduced to it. It has now become one of my fav pho places in Milpitas. Their service is quick, staff is nice and the quality and taste of dishes is consistent. I tried their chicken pho and would recommend it. The broth had the right amount of flavor and the texture of the noodles was good. The size is pretty good too. I also tried one of their rice plates with bbq pork, but I liked the pho more than the rice plate. The pork was cooked well but quantity was less. I would be coming back here again for their pho and definitely to recommend it to others. read more

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Service was very fast. We were seated right away. The ambiance looked clean and bright and there was staff coming around to fill the sauces on the tables. Parking is easy and right in front with a big lot. Food is chefs kiss!!!!! I would definitely come back for number 1. The broth flavor and meats are just SO good and plentiful. The beef short rib was too tendony for my liking and ended up wishing I didn't try something new. (The beef with the big bone that sticks out) Passion fruit soda was bombbbbb. I was pleasantly surprised with the drink order. Give them a try!!! read more

Pho Kim Long - Combo 1 - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

I've been coming here 22 years ago, can't believe they are still here serving the same pho. Only difference is they remodeled and the pho is 2.5x the price now. The good ole days when their regular was $6! lol. Now for about $16-$18 ish. Place was thankfully empty when we came in. We didn't have to wait and got seated right away. Ordered my rare beef and tendon pho. The broth was good. Southern style. Fragrant and beefy. Beef was soft and not chewy. The tendon was something I didn't like here. It tasted super inky. I told my husband and he said it's probably because they didn't clean it well. Everything else was good. Small lot for parking. In busy plaza. read more

Pho Kim Long - Pho - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

Came in for a late lunch. Lucked out on a parking spot in the lot. Food was delicious and service was decent. Resraurant was clean during my visit. read more

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My go to pho place in San Jose! The flavors, service, and speed is immaculate. I always get the number 13, and it is incredible. I love their appetizers and their boba drinks as well. Great place to come with colleagues for a quick bite. Even though they have a line out the door, they do amazing at getting people in and out quickly. 10/10 recommend trying it out! read more

Pho Kim Long - Pho - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

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Came back with some friends, excited to eat the fish again. We ordered some shrimp as the appetizer and thought it tasted great! However, when going through the lettuce, we found a live bug in the food. The servers were apologetic, but didn't seem super surprised. read more

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I've been coming here with my family since I was a kid and I always thought they were good but I feel like their food and service has gotten even better over the years. The interior used to be a little rundown back then but after their remodel, it looks so much nicer! You really can't go wrong with anything you order, but their fried catfish spring rolls (Cha Ca La Vong) are the BEST thing on their menu right now. 10/10 no notes. It is so fresh and they really have the flavor down - I've tried catfish spring rolls at other restaurants but they can't even compare to the ones here. If you've never tried this before it comes out on a sizzling plate with fried catfish, dill, peanuts, onion, a side of veggies/herbs, and you wrap the spring rolls yourself. It never disappoints and we always leave satisfied. So if you've never given it a try, do yourself a favor and order this item next time. read more

Pho Kim Long - Bún Chả Cá Lả Vọng (Fried Catfish) Spring Rolls - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

Been hearing that this place has long lines since I last reviewed it. Thankfully the day I came with my coworkers there was ample seating before the crowds took over. By the time we left there really was a line out the door. Really like the broth and noodles in my soup, and their passionfruit drink with real passionfruit was really good too. So is their Thai Tea. My coworkers each got their own soup and one even ordered stir fried noodles. They get the soup bowls out real quick so this place is both fast, good, and reasonably priced. Wish it were closer to SF! read more

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Pho is good and they give you a lot of meat! Came here on a weekday for an early lunch and was seated right away. Got the beef with tendon which is my go to and the rare meat tasted like good quality meat. Service is pretty slow though. We had to ask multiple times for something and they ended up bringing it to us after we were almost done with our meal -_- .. aside from that though, would come back if I'm in the area and looking for pho. Would suggest ordering everything you want though when you have their attention, otherwise, if you forgot to ask for something, you may be waiting for your items for awhile. read more

Pho Kim Long - #9 - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

Classic Vietnamese noodle soups in the Bay Area, done with consistency Some Vietnamese restaurants don't need to advertise how long they've been around. You can sense it through the menu, the pace of the dining room, and the fact that people keep coming back without treating it like a destination. Kim Long is one of those long-standing Vietnamese noodle houses in the Bay Area. Phở xe lửa (phở đặc biệt / Vietnamese beef noodle soup) The phở xe lửa, also known as phở đặc biệt, is the baseline test for any Vietnamese beef noodle soup shop. At Kim Long, the bowl reflects confidence in both technique and ingredients. The beef slices are kept whole and intact, the tendon arrives as a full piece, properly cooked and clean, and the raw steak is generous and evenly layered. This style of pho leaves no room to hide mistakes. If the broth, beef quality, or handling were off, it would show immediately. Here, everything holds together and eats cleanly from start to finish. Bún bò Huế (central Vietnamese spicy beef noodle soup) The bún bò Huế is an old-style, fully built bowl that's becoming harder to find in the Bay Area. This central Vietnamese spicy beef noodle soup delivers depth without muddiness, built on savoriness rather than heat alone. The bowl includes bone-in pork hock, carefully cleaned and prepared, pork blood cubes, beef shank, and traditional white Vietnamese sliced meatballs. Very few Vietnamese restaurants are willing to serve pork hock on the bone, and even fewer execute it this cleanly. Bún riêu (Vietnamese crab paste tomato noodle soup) The bún riêu, a Vietnamese crab paste tomato noodle soup, is where Kim Long quietly separates itself. Dishes like this remain relatively uncommon in the U.S., and are often simplified when they do appear. Here, the balance is precise: a tomato-based broth that stays bright without becoming sharp, crab paste that's integrated rather than broken down, and a bowl that remains composed all the way through. It's not a beginner's order, but for anyone familiar with Vietnamese soups beyond pho, it makes complete sense. Supporting dishes and dining rhythm There are supporting dishes as well, such as sizzling fried fish served with fresh greens for wrapping, that complement the soups without pulling focus. During peak dining hours, the room remains orderly. Multiple staff members work the floor, and beyond serving food, tables are wiped down promptly and thoroughly. In a restaurant built around hot noodle soups, this level of attentiveness matters. What to order, depending on the mood At this point, ordering here depends on intent. For familiarity and nostalgia, phở xe lửa. For richness and intensity, bún bò Huế. And for a quiet, focused bowl, bún riêu. Kim Long isn't about extremes or trends. It's about consistency across classic Vietnamese noodle soups - and that's why it continues to work. - Dr. C Only writing for what truly earns the stars. read more

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Phở Kim Long is consistently one of my favorite Vietnamese restaurants in the San Jose area. It was busy Easter Sunday 2026, but I was able to get a table for two after waiting in line for about 10 minutes. The Bun Bo Hưe I ordered Sunday was a solid 4/5. The ample amount of noodles and meat was of high quality. The broth was okay though. Not as flavorful as broths from other Vietnamese restaurants. read more

Pho Kim Long - 33. Bún Bò Huế - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

This used to be my favorite pho restaurant in the Bay Area. Just had the seafood pho today... waaay too salty! Big difference between flavorful and just salty. Don't think I'll go there anymore. read more

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My family decided to come here on a Monday for lunch. This is the best pho to dine from the East Bay. There was no line or wait at all. The waitress seated us right away. Since I am on a calorie deficit, I ordered their Kids' size Pho Ga (Chicken Pho) and Goi Cuon (Shrimp and Pork Spring Rolls). Both had a good amount of protein. The broth was flavorful, and the chicken was soft. I don't recommend squeezing too much lemon juice on the Pho because it will burn your throat for two days. I would add Hoisin and Sriracha mix, including a bit of basil and more bean sprouts. Goi Cuon was alright. I didn't enjoy the pork part since it was a bit dry, yet the peanut sauce was thick and not too salty. It took me a while to realize they renovated the restaurant with spacious booths since our last visit a decade ago. Our food arrived in under 15 minutes. They clean the tables right away after each customer leaves. You must go to the cash register to pay rather than ask a waitress to hand you the bill. Expect less parking to be available in the plaza on Friday afternoons and weekends. read more

Pho Kim Long - A. Goi Cuon - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

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The food here is very good which is why this place is always busy. I do question the cleanliness. I was here once and the cart they use to load dirty dishes smelled extremely bad and it was sitting in the dining area. The bathroom that day was also not very clean. I'd like to think they were short staffed, which happens so I like to give second chances. I'll be back and hope that it's a better, cleaner experience. read more

UPDATE: they accept credit card now! Came here on a holiday around 11:30am and it was pretty busy, but we were seated immediately. At the end of our meal, the lunch rush came in and there was a long line out the door, but it seemed to move pretty quickly. My husband opted for the chicken pho and I opted for #13 rare steak and beef ball pho with fresh noodle. As we were eating, we were asking ourselves why we didn't come here as often, but I have to say their pho is delicious and they are very generous with the amount of meat and noodles they give. We will now be coming much more often. This is a staple for us! read more

Pho Kim Long - 13. TÁI BÒ VIÊN - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

Solid pho place. Also enjoy their grilled fish shared dish and the bun thit nuong tom nuong (grilled pork and shrimp vermicelli). Service is standard, it's pretty quick when you get seated and then you're on your own. read more

Pho Kim Long - 26. Bún Thịt Nương Tôm Nướng - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

Bun rieu 3/5- given that this is a pho restaurant and not bun rieu, this was decent but it lacked the flavor that I was looking for. Portion size is big tho and I like the fresh veggies Hu tieu 3/5- different noodle texture than what we expected so that was disappointing. Soup broth was good Service is horrible here but shouldn't expect anything more since it's a hole in the wall Vietnamese restaurant read more

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Why has it taken me so long to try this gem? My friends talked about Pho Kim Long for years, saying it's the best hangover and non-hangover pho ever, and it's taken me 5+ years living in South Bay to finally try it. But now that I've had it, I know this will be my go-to spot! My fiance and I came for Sunday lunch and got seated outside right away. We ordered a small pho tai chin (always my go-to anywhere) and the grilled fish & pork with herbs. The pho broth was sooooo flavorful and there was a good portion of meat. Personally I liked their rare beef better than their brisket, so I'll probably stick to the pho tai next time I come. The grilled fish & herbs comes on a sizzling plate with onions and other aromatics, as well as a huge plate of fresh veggies like lettuce, mint, thai basil, and cilantro. They also give you spring roll wrappers, vermicelli, 2 kinds of dipping sauces, and a crispy black sesame puff(?) that adds a nice crunch to your spring rolls. I REALLY loved this dish since everything was super fresh and you could choose what ingredients you'd like to add to your own roll. Both the grilled fish and marinated pork were well marinated, and there was a lot of protein considering the price point. Definitely worth it, and I think you can even share amongst 3 people. Service was fast and efficient, considering how packed the entire restaurant was. Parking can get a bit tough, considering there are other establishments in the same strip mall that were also busy. All in all, an absolute staple in South Bay and a must-visit for anyone! read more

Pho Kim Long - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

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Now this is what good pho is and what I imagine traditional pho to be. The broth is very beefy and rich. I got the combo, it comes with all the meats and it was good. My wife used to come here when she was young and said they remodeled but it's old school pho, and sometimes this is all you need. read more

Pho Kim Long - Pho special - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

Came by for lunch the other day and it was a decent experience. Dining is available both indoors in the air conditioned dining room as well as the covered patio. We were able to be seated upon arrival before noon. Ordering took a little bit. The beverages and food also took a bit to arrive. It seemed that they were a touch backlogged. Ordered the grilled pork and shrimp vermiceli and it was tasty. Pork was leaner than usual. Pork was also more well done too. Flavor was on point. The grilled shrimp was gigantic and was the highlight of the meal. The vermicelli was great and was served with a side of super sweet fish sauce. ~$20/head after tax and gratuity for lunch. They take credit cards. Gratuity suggestions are after tax. read more

Pho Kim Long - Grilled Pork & BBQ Shrimp Vermicelli - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

My family & I loveeeee pho kim long. They are a solid, cheap place and we love the Bun Cha La Vong! We always come for birthdays or family events. We usually order a few order of their Bun Cha La Vong (DIY tumeric spring rolls) and a few phos. The tumeric fish spring rolls are super tasty and unique. I have a hard time finding it at any other vietnamese restaurants. The spring rolls come with tumeric fish, dill, vermicelli, peanuts, cucumber, lettuce and some other springs mix. I crave this dish randomly its so good!! I will say the pho is pretty average and depending on who the server is... you might not get the best service. But sometimes thats the price you pay at good asian restaurants! read more

Pho Kim Long - Bun Cha Ca La Vong - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

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This place is massive. And packed to the brim with customers. We ordered the typical pho and a rice plate. The pho was...sweet and seemed like it catered more towards the non-Asian crowd. The rice plate with pork chop on the other hand was spectacular. Tender meat, delicious broth that was both delicately balanced and intense in flavor. Service was good despite the place being full. The food came out really quickly. If that rice plate is how it is every time it's served, then I highly recommend Pho Kim Long for that. However, their pho is just mediocre. read more

Back after awhile. Their quality of food still maintained and good service from the waitress. I love their spring roll and fried egg rolls equally. The soup with ground meat and crab was awesome. read more

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This restaurant has been on my want to go list for a while, and I finally got to try it! I ordered their No. 33 Bun Bo Hue, which is spicy round noodle soup with pork, beef, pork blood cubes, chả Huế (pork patties), pork knuckles, and some fresh herbs. The broth was flavorful, the noodles were cooked to the right texture, and all the ingredients were delicious! I also got their No. 15 Cafe Sua Da, which is iced coffee with condensed milk, which was amazing as well! One dish that I would love to try next time is the Bun Cha, which is grilled fish and BBQ pork with vermicelli noodles! read more

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Pho Kim Long definitely lives up to the hype when it comes to flavor. The pho was hearty and satisfying--great broth, tender meat, and generous portions. What really stood out, though, was the Vietnamese coffee. Strong, sweet, and incredibly smooth--it was easily one of the best I've had. The only reason I'm giving four stars instead of five is that both my partner and I had a bit of a stomach ache afterward. Not sure what caused it, but it did dampen the experience a little. Still, I'd consider coming back for the coffee alone and giving the place another shot. read more

Pho Kim Long - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

Overall: no fuss in and out reasonably priced Vietnamese food. Be warned, their portions are l a r g e. Food: we've tried the pho, the bun thit bong, and the bun bo hue. If you need the soul healing soup then get the hearty flavorful loaded pho. If you need the light refreshing dry noodle dish then get the bun thit nuong. If you want that authentic pungent lip smacking classic then absolutely get the bun Bo hue. Ambience/Decor/Service: they're quick. They get you what you order. And the place looks clean but nothing to write home about. read more

How many times do you visit a restaurant and someone orders food for you in non-English language (Vietnamese)? My colleague treated me at his fav authentic Vietnamese restaurant and even ordered making sure it's to my liking and dietary preferences. After a long time, having Vietnamese food as our fav near home had shut down during covid. Plenty of seating indoors and outside as well. We were seated right away and chose outside seating. While my colleague got his fav pho , he ordered the stir fry shrimp with thick type deep fried noodles....quick and pleasant service! Plenty of parking in this little strip. read more

Pho Kim Long - Lunch Catch up with a colleague - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

Pho Kim Long has been a part of my childhood, and it's still a favorite today! They now offer fresh noodles, which make the bowls even better. read more

I remember pre-covid this place was extremely fast and efficient, the pho was good but nothing to write about. My first time at this place (around 2018) I remember how I asked for a table for 2 and the woman asked me if it's okay to share a table with another couple that was in front of us that we didn't know. We politely asked for our own table and unfortunately made a rude remark. I'm glad I still kept going back: The person who was a rude isn't there anymore and the service has improved greatly, while the food just got better and better while the speed did not change one bit. They also updated the looks too and it's now so warm and bright inside! I do wish the parking was a bit better but that's out of the scope of this review. read more

My friend recommended this place to me and I was excited to try this out. I ordered the #30 which was Bun Rieu. The bowl included lots of noodles, tofu, crab, and a savory broth. It came with a side of cabbage, herbs, lemon, and chili oil and shrimp paste. The flavor was so rich and the tofu absorbed the broth well. The regular size was packed with a bunch of noodles and protein. You definitely get bang for your buck. I came during a busy lunch time and we were seated and served very fast. Their service was quick and straightforward. I will say, when we sat outside it was hard to get our server's attention. Overall, great experience. read more

Pho Kim Long - 30. Bun Rieu - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California