Cancel

Open app

Search

Pho Lai Restaurant

4.2 (116 reviews)
Closed • 11:00 am - 8:30 pm

Pho Lai Restaurant Photos

PHO LAI RESTAURANT ATMOSPHERE

What's the vibe?
Quiet
Casual
Good for kids
Good for groups

You might also consider

More like Pho Lai Restaurant

Recommended Reviews - Pho Lai Restaurant

Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
Yelp app icon
Browse more easily on the app
Review Feed Illustration

Reviews With Photos

Chicken Biriyani
Thuriya ..

Great Burmese food and nice people. There's other Asian food options like Vietnamese and Thai too if you like variety.

Kelly S.

Such a nice man working at the counter and cooking the food! I just picked something because I didn't know what to get and ended up with a stir fried chicken and veggies mix. I really liked the chili peppers in it and the combo of flavors - I didn't find it to be spicy, so I'm guessing they skimped a little on that thinking I couldn't handle it. Haha. Cute interior - not fancy but they definitely put some thought into the decor. This spot is adjacent to the Dollar General that took over the old Family Video and I definitely feel like it's a slept on spot in Greenwood!

Stu F.

Bland pho and the smallest serving I've ever had. The side veggies were fair and usually I need to make sure the water from them being washed doesn't end up in my soup but these were dry. I hope they were washed ahead of time but doubt it. Not sure where the stars came from but NOT the pho

the front of the restaurant
Ro W.

It was my first time eating Pho. It was yummy. My food was hot and made to order. Fast, friendly service. I was greeted when I walked in. As you can see, the bottle was getting empty, so he brought me out a new one. It's definitely something to try. My only complaint is that the online menu said they had veggie spring rolls, but in store, he said they no longer offer them.

Chicken Barani
DeAnna P.

Everything we tried was delicious. I have never had Burmese cuisine, so we tried a bit of everything. Service was slow, but they had a large lunch crowd. There is a parking lot with plenty of parking and tables aren't cramped. The restaurant does need a good scrubbing. I noticed a lot of dust and the restroom wasn't great.

the interior of the restaurant
Peter P.

This is one of many Burmese restaurans in the area. The entrees are huge and come with a bowl of broth soup. Service was a little slow, but it was pretty busy for lunch and there were only 2 people working the front of house. (The kitchen was bustling and the food came out fast.) They have several pho soups (hence the name), but I came for the authentic Burmese cuisine, which is a fusion of Chinese and Indian cuisine. Everything was delicious. I will definitely be returning whenever I'm in the area.

Steak pho with rare steak

See all

2 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

2 days ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

10 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Gene B.
0
142
12

7 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0

1 year ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 2
Oh no 0

9 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

1 year ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0

7 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Ayla L.
0
38
10

9 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Anna L.
70
11
1

9 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

10 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

3 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0

6 months ago

Best Pho around. Always do take out, but they have a nice dine in area. Service is always friendly.

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

1 year ago

Had pho here with my family. The service is okay, the prices are not as bad and affordable, and the food is decent.

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

2 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0

4 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

9 months ago

Loved the food. The owners were very nice to me and my husband. Will definitely will be coming back !

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Ro W.
52
702
2390

3 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0

5 years ago

Helpful 3
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0

10 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

1 year ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Peter P.
257
2381
5736

5 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

2 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

1 year ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 1
Love this 1
Oh no 0

2 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

7 years ago

Helpful 3
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

3 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

6 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

3 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 1

4 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Jack A.
20
16
9

3 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

3 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Ken N.
668
3984
21554

8 years ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0

6 years ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0

6 years ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0

5 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Alex S.
243
3
2

6 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

9 years ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0

6 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

8 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

Page 1 of 3

Pho Lai Restaurant Reviews in Other Languages

Ask the Community - Pho Lai Restaurant

You might also consider

Verify this business for free

People searched for Vietnamese 1,664 times last month within 15 miles of this business.

Verify this business

Yokohama - The rolls are bigger than you think.

Yokohama

4.2(181 reviews)
0.9 mi
•$$

Sometimes 5 stars just is NOT enough…read more If you ever find yourself on the south side, you have to check this place out. I have heard friends rave about Yokohama for years, but it always seemed so far and out of the way. Now I am kicking myself for waiting so long to go and it has ruined me for a lot of other 'sushi' places closer to home. Not convinced yet? Read on. The owner only uses the freshest fish that she used to drive hours to get almost daily to ensure it is the best cut and quality - and this shines through in the taste of her offerings. The downstairs space is cozy and intimate - but they do have the coolest 'party space' upstairs that you can rent/reserve complete with in-ground tables for an authentic experience. They will also set up karaoke up there if you ask! Back to the food. Our group ordered about 10 items - all of which were so good that I was super mad that I had waited so long to try Yokohama. We were fortunate to go with a friend that has been frequenting this gem for about 20 years - so he ordered for us - and this is the way to go! We had the Volcano, BMW, Fat House (SO unique), Indiana, Speedway, and Debbie rolls, Sake smoked salmon and super white Nigiri, the Gyoza app, and another seared tuna app that I cannot remember the name of - all DELISH! Of note, your GPS might take you to what appears to be an alley - don't worry - you're close! Yokohama is in a converted house space and the vibe is so comfy. If you get the back corner table near the fireplace, check for a hidden drawer under the table where you will find years worth of love notes tucked inside. Request 'the lover's table' to sit here! Pro tip: if it is not busy, ask if Debbie is available to tell you a joke or to show you a magic trick. You won't be disappointed.

This place is nice and can be a good option if you need quick sushi. But for a planned sushi date…read moreper se, I wouldn't recommend it. I throw three stars because I wouldn't come back again; personally I didn't enjoy the quality of the fish and rice. I found frozen ice bits in my sushi rolls and the size of the rolls are considerably large. On the plus side, the staff is welcoming and the place is clean and cozy. The appetizer Shumai was the tastiest. It was good to give this shop a try.

Photos
Yokohama - Dining area

Dining area

Yokohama - Volcano

Volcano

Yokohama - Entrance

See all

Entrance

Kumo Japanese Steakhouse - Chicken Hibachi

Kumo Japanese Steakhouse

3.8(220 reviews)
0.5 mi
•$$

This is the first time visiting Kumo and it did not disappoint. We called a few days ahead to place…read morereservations for 7 of us for the hibachi side. If you are not wanting to participate in the live hibachi you can order from a menu at a regular table. Upon arriving we were promptly seated and asked if there was a birthday which it was mine and they went above and behind to make my day special. We did have 2 people join our table after we ordered our drinks and they were the perfect addition to our table. So be prepared to sit with people you don't know like other hibachi places however just embrace the newness it's not too bad especially once the hibachi show begins. Our server was outgoing and friendly. He kept up on our drinks both regular and alcoholic including shots after dinner. I personally shared the flaming volcano drink(I think was the name) menu said it was for 2 people honestly with the ice in it we both agreed it would be just fine for one person. The drink was well balanced and didn't taste like alcohol and could sneak up on you for sure The other drinks that were ordered were all great and tasted exactly as expected. The pink shot is a little strong but so good and definitely worth a shot . We ordered 3 different sushi options all were good and exactly as you would expect however the million dollar roll stood out the most. Even a non sushi eater enjoyed it. Spicy. Lobster tempura, topped with tuna, salmon, yellowtail, avocado, spicy mayo and eel sauce. That as copied directly from their website and let me tell you that lobster was huge for being inside of a sushi roll. Give it a try you won't be disappointed it's worth the 20$ for that one roll. From the regular appetizer side we ordered crab ragoon which was creamy and fresh one of the best I've ever had. We also tried yellow tail an it had fresh jalapeno on it you tell the fish was very fresh Each hibachi meal is served with salad with a wonderful ginger flavored dressing. You also receive a soup and it was bland and not as good as others we've had. For hibachi the hibachi for 2 is the way to go if there's 2 people in your party that are wanting a variety. You don't share a plate or anything the chef just gives you your own full portion of everything on your own plate. The hibachi for 2 comes with shrimp and 2 additional shrimp that they give everyone, steak, chicken, lobster and scallops as well as rice and veggies. Everything was cooked to absolute perfection and was tender and juicy. 2 sets of 2 ordered this and we all took leftovers home which were amazing the next day as well. The only other hibachi that our group tried that I haven't already mentioned was the salmon and it was flaky and not too dry had a great seasoning on it. So for the hibachi show we were a little concerned at first as our chef didn't seem as upbeat and outgoing as others we had heard at other tables. However once he got started he was great. He also asked about birthdays and he immediately grabbed his squirt bottle and had me grab a napkin and was yelling Saki Saki and from behind the grill he squirted saki in my mouth and he didn't stop until my mouth was completely full now that was a shot and surprisingly it didn't taste too bad at all. Everyone at the table thought it was just water but they all quickly found out it wasn't as he went around the whole table and gave everyone a shot of it and then had a baby bottle with juice in for the minors to not feel left out. Then he took veggies and went around the table trying to get them in each persons mouth and he doesn't give up until you catch it. He also had the table sing happy birthday to me while he done a part of the show. Overall it was so much fun and we all laughed so hard. To finish the evening off they brought out chocolate ice cream and a candle and yet again had everyone sing to me. I highly recommend giving them a try for your next birthday celebration. Can't wait to return for another visit.

Micheal was a great bartender and help made the experience great! And I had few apps and drinks to…read morepass some time. Definitely will be back for a full meal. It's nice in here typical hibachi spot. Decor of nice Asian theme for ambiance.

Photos
Kumo Japanese Steakhouse - Paradise Roll

Paradise Roll

Kumo Japanese Steakhouse - Tuna Wonton

Tuna Wonton

Kumo Japanese Steakhouse - Clear aoup

See all

Clear aoup

Vel Asian Cuisine

Vel Asian Cuisine

4.5(102 reviews)
0.7 mi
•$$

Vel Asian Cuisine has been a staple. We typically get their ramen, fried rice and pho. Which are…read moreall amazing. Their orange chicken is also fresh, a heaping portion, with a homeade sauce. Today i branched out and tried their spicy beef soup. It was delicious, fresh and similiar to the pho but more rich and beefy. I will always reccomend this place.

This restaurant is renamed from Kissaten to Vel Asian. I'm not sure what caused the change, but…read moreit's a place you should check out. The food is delicious. Like, it's really good. The sushi is creative and fresh. Their Tom Yum soup is one of my favorites in the city. The spaghetti options are unctuous and unexpected. The orange chicken is bright and flavorful with fresh citrus notes. The mango chicken is a little less exciting in flavor, but still good. The restaurant isn't huge and it's dimly lit. I have concerns about the cleanliness due to the age, but surfaces appear clean. Maybe don't look at the carpet. The reason for 4 stars instead of 5 is the service. Service is friendly, but it's a bit problematic. The second time I was here, I overheard a table discussing that they didn't get what they ordered. When the server came by, they asked about it and she confirmed that the meal they were served was not what they (thought) they ordered. The guest enjoyed the food they were served and continued to eat it. The third time I was here, it was my order that was wrong. The person in my party asked our server if they suggested the orange chicken or the mango chicken. The server suggested the orange chicken and that was ordered. I placed my order after two other people, ordering a Thai curry with chicken. Later, an order of Mango Chicken arrived at our table. After some confusion, the server said it was mine. She was going to correct it, but we had been waiting a while and everyone else was eating. I accepted, ate, and paid for it, but it was definitely not what I ordered. There are numbers on the menu and I will stick to those moving forward. Food doesn't come out together or in a sensible manner, but it's fine if you understand to expect that. It really is very good, aside from the service issues.

Photos
Vel Asian Cuisine
Vel Asian Cuisine - Katsudon

Katsudon

Vel Asian Cuisine - Front of restaurant

See all

Front of restaurant

Red Sun - Hibachi beef

Red Sun

4.2(145 reviews)
2.4 mi
•$

Best lunch place in Greenwood! Plenty of food for the price. Large servings that are very tasty…read more Staff is always friendly.

Well I finally tried this small 'Japanese' hibachi restaurant. It's clean inside with friendly…read morestaff. They were pretty quick at getting my order ready as I did a highly recommended order online for pickup. There is also a small indoor dining area if you'd like. So now to the food .... I'd say I agree they REALLY need to have some sauce or flavoring. The chicken and beef had more pepper than sauce if that says anything and that was minimal. The chicken and the beef hibachi were good but I could fire this up at home and it would taste better than this honestly plain chicken breast and steak. The steak was low quality but I expected that for the awesome price . Very, VERY minimal veggies. The zucchini is very thinly sliced and I'd say it had 4 pieces chopped in quarters max on my plate. The togo container is the typical size of 1 big (rice area) and 2 small side areas (meat and veggies) if that tells you what to expect. The pricing is good though for what you get. Now the Chinese dish (general tso's) was excellently done. Plenty of sauce and plenty of meat so that's confusing when comparing to Japanese dishes. Unfortunately I'm gonna make some people upset with my honest review but it's a heads up on what you're getting. I'm just gonna stick with making these at home unless I want Chinese food

Photos
Red Sun
Red Sun - Teriyaki Chicken

Teriyaki Chicken

Red Sun

See all

Pho Lai Restaurant - vietnamese - Updated October 2026

Loading...
Loading...
Loading...