Pho Le Restaurant is a Vietnamese restaurant in Dorchester's Little Saigon area that focuses on traditional Vietnamese dishes with a large menu covering everything from pho to noodles, rice dishes, and specialty items. We walked into a classic neighborhood Vietnamese restaurant with a straightforward, comfortable setup that makes it a reliable spot for a casual meal. The interior is modest and functional, the kind of place where the focus stays on the food rather than the decor, and the steady flow of regulars reflects its reputation as a local staple for authentic Vietnamese cooking. The pho is the main reason we would return. The broth has the kind of deep, comforting flavor that comes from slow simmering, and the combination of fresh herbs, tender meat, and well-cooked noodles makes each bowl feel complete. We also appreciated that the menu goes beyond pho, with dishes like bún bò Huế, vermicelli noodles, bánh xèo, and other Vietnamese specialties that give more variety depending on what you are craving. The bún bò Huế had a bold, spicy broth with a depth that stood out from the lighter pho, and the vermicelli bowls were fresh and well balanced, with grilled meats and pickled vegetables adding layers of texture and flavor. Some of the more specialty dishes stand out because they offer flavors that are harder to find at more general Vietnamese restaurants, giving you a reason to explore beyond the familiar. Service was friendly and the restaurant had a relaxed neighborhood atmosphere. Parking and the busy area can be something to consider during peak times, but the overall experience feels casual and approachable. The restaurant is the type of place where you can come for a quick meal or bring a group and order several dishes to share, and the portions are generous enough that sharing works well across the table. Pho Le is a solid choice for Vietnamese food in the Boston area. The variety, comforting dishes, and traditional flavors make it a reliable spot, especially for pho and other classic Vietnamese favorites. It delivers a meal that feels both familiar and satisfying, the kind of dependable neighborhood stop that keeps people coming back for a warm, authentic bowl of soup or a more substantial Vietnamese meal. read more

Pho Le Restaurant - Vietnamese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I'm not a fan of soups but my friends suggested I try this place. MY LORD. The pho I had was life changing. I mean it. I ordered three days in a row and I'm sure they were confused to see me that often haha. I've had pho in other places but nothing compares to here. Please order the pho, I loved it!! read more

There are a few restaurants that offer the dish bun dau mam tom. For me, Pho Le would be top tier. The way it's presented at the restaurant is amazing. The way it's packaged for to go looks wonderful. For the price, I believe it's around $30-$35 which isn't bad for the portion. I would say this feeds about 3-4 people. Comes with two dank (a unique smell and taste) sauces so be prepared. It's more potent compared to the other restaurants. I did not mind at all. My advice is to add a little hot water to tone it down . Overall, I would definitely come back. Highly recommend trying this dish!! read more

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Pho Le was exactly the kind of comforting, home-cooked meal I needed. I ordered the vermicelli bowl with pork, shrimp, and cha gio, and everything was flavorful, fresh, and satisfying at a really reasonable price. I do wish the portion had a little more vermicelli noodles, but overall I left happy and full. Also a huge plus that they're open until 10, definitely appreciated for a later dinner spot. Service was fast and everyone was very welcoming and professional. read more

Pho Le Restaurant - Steamed Vermicelli with Grilled Meat and Shrimp - Vietnamese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Great ambience and very friendly family vibes! Food is fresh and home cooked. I always crave this cuisine when I am missing Los Angeles. Fast service and very open and welcoming staff. Food was very comforting. read more

Pho Le Restaurant - Vermicelli with Grilled Shrimp - Vietnamese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Being from Honolulu, Hawaii, I'm particular about Asian cuisine. We were interested in finding pho with the best tasty broth. I think we found it! Their beef noodle soup combining thin sliced rare eye round, well done flank, brisket, tendon and tripe is phenomenal. If you are brave to try this combination bowl, order the extra large size. Best value to fill your appetite. Service and atmosphere is great and relaxing. Best decision on a pho bowl ever! read more

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We originally went for pho but quickly discovered they also offer Beef Seven Ways. Don't be intimidated--this authentic dish is unique, interactive, and a fun meal to share with family and friends. One order was plenty for three adults. As the name suggests, the beef is prepared seven different ways, each with its own distinct flavor. You hand-roll the cooked meats (except the soup) in thin rice paper along with a variety of fresh vegetables. Then you dip each roll into the sauce and enjoy. The rice paper adds a bit of a challenge--once you dip it in water to soften, it becomes very delicate and sticky, but that's part of the fun. Two of the beef preparations are cooked tableside in a hotpot, with our waitress helping guide the process. Overall, it was a great experience, and I hope you give it a try. read more

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The service is really good here and the ambiance is a quiet, which is nice because it's relaxing and you can have a conservations with people without shouting. I've been going here for a while and always enjoyed the people working here. Banh Bot Loc is pretty good here, but the pho is okay. The broth was a bit sweeter for me and I had to put seasoning to make it more flavorful. Although, the meat, noodles, and veggies were great and had no complaints for that portion. I come back if I'm in the area! read more

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Ambiance: Very casual restaurant with tons of seating! Walked in without a reservation and had no problem getting a seat right away. Service: Our waiter picked our appetizer of wings for us when we were struggling to decide what to get, which was helpful! Servers didn't come back to check in or fill water at all during the dinner. Food: -Pho, 6.8/10: Not bad, not great. Just your standard pho. Meat was good with the chili oil they had on the side! -Crispy Wings, 9.8/10: SO good. The crisp of the wings was immaculate, oily enough so it wasn't dry but not so much that it felt heavy. Sauce was some sort of Asian flavor, was sweet and salty in all the right ways. read more

Pho Le Restaurant - #20 small pho + crispy chicken wings - Vietnamese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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I was really excited to try pho in Dorchester, at the center of Boston's Vietnamese community. It was interesting to be part of the lunch rush among other workers. It's casual, no-frills service that emphasizes speed over niceties, like a plastic divider between tables to maximize seating. The staff were on it when it came to taking my order, and my bowl of Phở Rau Cải was extremely quick to come out. While there isn't meat in the bowl as served, the menu does specify that it's made with chicken or beef broth (as opposed to the other vegetarian pho option, which is made with vegetarian broth). The meat-based broth is supposed to make the dish more flavorful, which I'll admit actually wasn't readily apparent. I ordered the small size, which was a pretty decent portion size and filled me up for lunch, but I wish there had been more flavor in it. On the other hand, it was pretty cheap (might be comparable to similar restaurants in Dorchester, but much less expensive than any lunchtime spots in downtown Boston)! read more

Pho Le Restaurant - Phở Rau Cải - Vietnamese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Food was good, but our experience was soured by the rude and uncouth wait staff. I don't usually leave bad reviews unless the situation is egregious or the food is abysmal, but this left a bad taste in our mouth. After seating, no one bothered to hand us cutlery/chopsticks even after food arrived, we had to ask twice before they deigned to give us chopsticks. Had to ask them twice before they refilled water. Left a 15% tip and the server almost accosted us on the way out and in a matter-of-fact voice said 18% was mandatory. The worst part? The 15-18% difference was literally $1.50. Not going back to Pho Le ever again, especially since there are comparable Vietnamese restaurants in Dorchester and Allston. read more

Pho Le Restaurant - Vietnamese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

As one of the most famous restaurants in Dorchester, the "Boston Little Saigon", of course it would serve authentic and affordable Vietnamese cuisine attractive to both local immigrants and Cantonese in the Chinatown nearby. Phở Ðặc Biệt: It felt great to escape from super sweet MSG broth in those American-Vietnamese pho places. The broth was authentic, more on the savory and umami side, with the strong fragrance of Thai basil; the flat rice noodles were smooth yet bouncy. However, the beef was somehow overcooked and tough. Another suggestion is to change a bigger bowl that all ingredients can easily go in and contribute the flavor, while the bean sprouts can soak heat from the soup to remove their herby taste. Nha Trang Rolls: The most al dente, and first ham rice paper rolls I have ever had. You shall know directly from the picture that how thin, transparent and smooth the skin was. The Vietnamese grilled ham was tender and full of smoky and meaty fragrance, while greens and herbs inside removed the greasiness. What most surprising was the Nem Nướng sauce, reputedly made mainly by fermented soybeans, peanuts, garlics, fish sauce and shrimp paste, and even pork or livers in some versions. Its texture was warm, thick and smooth, with some diced sun-dried shrimps inside, and the flavor was extremely rich and umami, somehow similar to the combination of abalone sauce鮑汁 and XO sauce in Canton. As a Cantonese, I couldn't help to scoop out and drink all the sauce after finishing the rolls. Instead of the common ones with shrimps and sweet-spicy dipping sauce, this dish really broadened my horizon on Vietnamese rice rolls. I really appreciate this experience and my coincidental wander into Dorchester. read more

Pho Le Restaurant - Phở Đặc Biệt* - Vietnamese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Tried the bún đậu mắm tôm here and it was so good! They eat it a bit differently than I'm used to, but however you eat it, the flavors really come through. The bún măng vịt was also delicious -- the broth had great depth. Service is quick and super friendly read more

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Tôi hay mua bún đậu mắm tôm order pick up nhưng lần trước tình trạng lặp lại là thịt heo có màu nâu xạm, khô và có mùi dấu hiệu của thịt cũ luộc để lâu và tất nhiên phần thịt đó bỏ Không ăn nổi. Bị vài lần rồi nên rút kinh nghiệm lần này có dặn xin lấy thịt mới. Người bắt phone nói bếp chỉ có một loại thịt thôi chứ em có dặn thì bếp cũng có vậy thôi. Câu trả lời không đủ thuyết phục thì khi pick up tôi có giải thích cách nói vậy giống như bảo khách có sao chịu vậy, nghe như tôi là người mua phải chấp nhận rủi ro là họ thích thì họ cho thịt cũ thích thì cho mình ăn thịt mới. Bán đồ ăn phải có tâm, đồ người ta bỏ tiền mua mà miếng thịt heo luộc là món chính ăn không được thì bảo sao không tức. Vấn đề là mua khi thì đưa mới khi thì đưa cũ, chứ nếu có đúng 1 loại thì làm gì tôi ý kiến. Nói chung chị nhân viên nói h bếp nói chỉ có 1 loại thịt chỉ phải biết làm sao và thông cảm cho chỉ. Tôi thì nói mình cũng đã nói ra quan điểm rồi nên thôi và k muốn làm khó chị. Em thông cảm cho chị nhưng bếp thì không. Tính ra nhà hàng gia đình chung một gộc làm như ai không biết. Nghĩ sao khách ăn chỉ ra cái sai của bên mình không được một lời xin lỗi để điều chỉnh mà kiểu làm dằn mặt khách đuổi khách bằng cách đưa phần thịt mỡ như này. read more

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I order a pick up order; hot and sour soup / cảnh chua and a side of white rice. The cost? $45usd I walked into the restaurant and there was one guy cleaning tables that greeted me and sent me to the front host area. As I stood there, I notice the table to the left by the washrooms; 4 people sitting there playing a card game while gambling with actual real money. They made me wait for a couple of minutes. The guy gave me my food and walked right back to the table to gamble some more while I signed my receipt. No thank you for the purchase, no good bye, no nothing. Just went back to gambling. Food was horrible, was suppose to be hot and sour; but all I tasted was sweetness. Horrible experience since the last time I went 3 years ago, and now I remember why. read more

Pho Le Restaurant - Canh chua - Vietnamese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Very yummy and very authentic. Vietnamese friend recommended it and it's awesome! Fantastic prices too!

Pho Le is a great place to go for traditional Vietnamese food. A must try dish I recommend getting is their catfish! Cannot go wrong with their clay pot catfish or their grilled catfish wraps (DIY). Definitely call for the catfish because it takes 45 min to an hour for the catfish to be ready. It had been a couple months since I last visited but Pho Le is always pretty consistent. I love getting Bánh Bột Lọc, nem nuong spring rolls. & Banh xeo. Honestly you cannot go wrong with anything on the menu here. read more

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Popped in for lunch party of 3 in the area! This was a goto spot for me for lunches when in the area. Now thankfully there is a lot outside and today there was ample space. We called ahead, especially if you want the grilled catfish to make rolls. It takes about 45-1hr to prepare. Cut the fish, pull the spine, double rice paper, bun, veggie, fish, chili sauce, roll em up! Dip in mam nem. Fermented anchovy dipping sauce fire! Add peanuts and lemongrass. We also opted for nem nuong spring rolls, banh xeo (nice and crispy) banh bot loc a personal favorite soaked in nuoc mam with crispy shallots and scallions! Also their nuoc mam chicken wings were hot juicy and ..... fire. One of the spots i still enjoy in Dorchester for traditional viet food. Service was good we needed hot water for the rice paper, more bun, more apples etc and the staff took care of it. Full and happy! read more

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Dorchester born & raised I was so sad that it took 30 years for me to discover that I lived so close too the best pho. My soul is enriched by this food read more

Unfortunately, this was a very uncomfortable dining experience. The atmosphere felt tense and unwelcoming from the start. Through the meal, staff kept staring in our direction and at one point they were positioned in corners watching us, which made the environment extremely awkward. When it came time to pay, the situation got worse. There was clear pressure regarding the tip, with staff pointing to the tip section and expecting a much higher amount. Tipping is voluntary, and being made to feel obligated like that was inappropriate. Even with this uncomfortable situation, we still left a tip out of courtesy. Unfortunately, the staff's behavior and the constant pressure made the experience unpleasant and not somewhere we would return. read more

This place is so good! So happy to find a Vietnamese restaurant with vegetarian pho, with fried tofu and veggie broth. So hard to come by. There's also great beef pho (says my family) and awesome spring rolls. Highly recommend! read more

Sick! Radical! Awesome! And a bunch of other synonyms for "good" can describe this place! Service is quick, organized and clean. I had a lovely chat with my server, she was super polite. Parking lot is good but squeezing in can be hard. Seats and tables were clean, and so was restroom. It was also functioning, which was good. Menu had a large spread, a neat selection of vietnamese food. Hence it's name, I ordered Pho Tái. I found it to be flavorful and delicious, warm on a cold day in Boston. The portion was big so I warn you to share. I also ordered dessert, bánh flan. Soft, not too sweet, eggy, it was tasty. I enjoyed my visit here very much, it's a nice, quiet spot to dine here if you're looking for authentic vietnamese food. read more

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We were visiting Boston and wanted to grab some Asian cuisine, so we decided to try Pho Le. I would rate this place as a 6/10. It's solid, but nothing really stands out. The service was good, but I was a little disappointed with the food. I ordered a bowl of Pho and thought that the broth lacked some depth -- the portions were fair, but not as big as I would have liked. Overall, it was a decent option in the area at the time, but I would consider trying somewhere else if there's a different choice. read more

Pho Le Restaurant - Phở Tái Bò Viên* - Vietnamese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

You can't go wrong with anything here, and you can't miss their namesake pho, but the thing to get is the whole baked catfish! They get the fish skin so crispy delicious, and it comes with all the fixings to put together a killer salad roll/goi cuon ca nuong. The nem sauce they serve with it has me coming back - nem is usually an acquired taste, but I find Pho Le's to be bright and refreshing with all the lemongrass and peanuts added in. Call ahead to order it before you come since it's made to order and takes about 45 minutes to an hour to be ready. They don't really have different sized fish, so if you're all big eaters like my crew, I would recommending ordering one catfish for every 3 people in your group, 4 max. The service is always fast and efficient. This place can get pretty crowded on a weekend lunch, I try and avoid going then to get the best service. They have a convenient little parking lot across the street on Kimball Street! Make sure you pull into their lot and not Pho Hoa's. read more

Tiệm sạch sẽ , thoáng mát ,mấy anh chị trong tiệm vui vẻ hòa đồng thân thiện ,tôi rất thích những món ăn trong tiệm ngon .

The food is amazing! One of the best Vietnamese restaurant in Dorchester. I highly recommend. read more

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I order take out as well as dine in. The vegtable pho is always super flavorful. The peanut sauce that comes with the spring rolls will have you wishing you've ordered extra, so good. HOWEVER, I will mention they need to improve on the quality of their tofu. Can sometimes taste a bit spoiled. Besides that, I've never had any issues with service of the employees. Atmosphere is chill, would recommend if your in the neighborhood. read more

Pho Le Restaurant - Vegetable Pho - Vietnamese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Came here for lunch right at opening on a Saturday morning and we were seated as soon as our entire party arrived. We had a group of 8+ people so they gave us a larger table in the back and were taken care of right away - pretty decent service! The folks working were patient as we had to wait a while for everyone to arrive and they were efficient at taking our orders. The food came out in a reasonable amount of time, albeit there was a huge difference in some people getting their orders 15+ minutes before others; overall, I would work on trying to get orders out at the same time, but we had a larger group so I understand that might be harder. The pho itself was pretty delicious - I got the classic dac biet/combination soup and was pretty satisfied. It tasted good, was a good portion, and I left full and happy. Overall, this place is a solid spot for pho and other Vietnamese dishes. Their rice plates also looked good and I wouldn't mind trying that as well as some of their drinks in the future! read more

Pho Le Restaurant - Vietnamese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

On a Saturday afternoon (~2pm), I headed to Dorchester to explore the Vietnamese food scene. The establishment was still almost full, though a server cleaned up a table and got me seated in 5 minutes. I made my order for the #30 Bun bo hue dac biet / Spicy Hue Style Noodle Soup - Special ($14.95). It arrived 2 minuets after I placed my order. The Bun bo hue dac biet, is, according to the menu, a "spicy lemongrass beef soup with sliced beef shin, pork hock, pork paste, and beef tendon served with sliced banana blossom, cabbage, bean sprouts, herbs and lime." Certainly, the variety of meats, and portion size, did not disappoint. The chili crisp, of which you can add more via a jar on the table, added a decent amount of heat that creeps up over time. It also had a savory funkiness for an extra depth of flavor (unless you don't like the fish sauce type of umami). One nitpick I have is that the soup needs to be hotter, especially since the provided side vegetables (bean sprouts, jalapeno, basil), sap heat. What was an ok hot broth turned lukewarm. read more

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Excellent!! Ordered take out -bun thit nuong heo, bun thit cha go heo, pho Thai nam, full of flavor!! Good sized portions. the pho -i was really happy they put everything on side. Meat cooked perfectly in soup. Added Thai fresh chili's, hot chili oil and paste. It's extra but gives a good kick in spices and heat. I had to get a huge bowl to put all ingredients into the large ordered was huge enough for 2 . Place was crowded at 4 pm on Saturday. We found our new spot for Vietnamese. Can't wait to go back. read more

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Meh. I can appreciate that they have a good amount of authentic dishes, but overall taste isn't there for me. Ordered through DoorDash, got the banh hoi with pork (vermicelli noodle sheets with veggies to make your own spring rolls). Pork was pretty good, but the herbs were definitely nearing their end. Also got the nem nuong spring rolls (grilled sausage). The sauce was pretty bland, so didn't add much to the overall dish. The lotus root salad was pretty good, but the pork belly was 99% fat and the shrimp had a funky taste to it. Not sure if I would return, perhaps once more in person to give it another shot but definitely not takeout. read more

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This is my 2nd or 3rd visit to this place. Its consistent each time, and I'm glad to find that they have a dedicated parking lot for customers. It fits quite a bit of cars, actually...though the spaces are bit tight. The restaurant decor is what you'd expect, typical viet restaurant...however, the only thing worthy of calling out was that it was dimly lit. I think they were going for a romantic vibe...but I don't know how any viet restaurant like this could pass for that. The staff were friendly and was ready to answer my questions about the menu. The food came out accurately and timely. The family enjoyed the meal. I think their broth was a little on the salty side. The fried egg rolls and fresh spring rolls were okay. I'm not from the Dorchester area, so I don't eat pho here frequently, but I do eat pho more regularly in the western boston and allston/brighton areas. Many will think I'm crazy but I kind of like places liek Pho Viets and Pho Viets II better than this place. My family really liked Pho Le though, so I'm in the minority for sure. If you're in Dorchester, the 2 best pho places are Pho Le and Pho Hao, which is right across the streeet and also has a parking lot next to theirs. I'll let the photos speak for themselves, since I'm in the minority in my opinion about this place. I personally would give Pho Le's 3 stars but the family really like it so I'll do 4 stars. read more

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We came on a Saturday morning (10:30am) and it wasn't too busy. Pho Le is usually my go-to Vietnamese restaurant in Boston/Dorchester. Recently, I got the nem nướng nhà trang and cơm sườn nướng. The nem nướng nhà trang was good but I felt like the rice paper was a little too thick. I always get cơm sườn nướng at Vietnamese restaurants, and it was good here however, the meat was a little bit dry. They have a small parking lot on Kimball st that gets easily full on weekends, and street parking is the other option. read more

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We ordered a shrimp and pork vermicelli bowl to share and it was good and the food came out fast. They had fresh sugar cane juice which was delicious. Our server was also very kind and helpful. read more

Pho Le is an authentic Vietnamese restaurant located across from Dorchester House Health Center. There's a parking lot for this restaurant on Kimball St. and there's street parking available as well. The ambiance inside the place can be described as casual and good for large groups. I went here with my coworkers to treat them to lunch and the waiters were nice/efficient. The food is good for sharing and came out quickly. I ordered the Pho Ga and the quantity was good for the price. The flavor was a little bland but was fixed with the sauces provided. I also went back and ordered the spring rolls and chicken skewers which were flavorful and filling as well. read more

Pho Le Restaurant - Crispy Spring Rolls - Vietnamese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Great service and delicious food! Love the variety of options. We had the catfish special recently it was crispy and flavorful! read more

Pho Le Restaurant - Catfish special - Vietnamese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Stopped in on a weekday night for dinner. The space is much bigger than it appears on the outside. Tables are a little close to each other but they still have the plexiglass up. We were seated immediately, and the waiter stopped by to drop off hot tea and took our orders. I ordered my go to, pho tai in the large size. I asked for the bean sprouts cooked and they were nice enough to accommodate! They give plenty of herbs; more than enough I would say. First impression of the soup was that it was pretty clear, piping hot and good flavor without being salty. Beef slices were tender and plenty. Very satisfying bowl of soup, I finished the entire bowl! We had to flag down waitstaff anytime we needed anything but this is as expected. Overall a good experience, we will be back! read more

Came here for lunch around noon, and it was not very crowded. The friendly staff was able to sit us quickly and take our orders. We both just ordered pho, and it was decent. The soup was sweet, very flavorful. The noodles were perfectly cooked with a nice chewy texture. The side dish veggies were all very fresh. The only issue is that the beef round steak was overcooked already when the pho was served. read more

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3.5/5, +.5 for service I'm very particular about pho, and I found this place to be solid. Drove here with my parents for lunch over the holidays before we left for NYC since I'm aware that there's some solid pho places here in Dorchester. It was pretty busy at around 1pm when we arrived, which is a good sign that it's popular and locals do come here. The menu is quite extensive with not just your standard pho, but some special noodle soup bowls too. I had the Vietnamese beef stew noodle soup. I liked it, the broth was a bit light, but they used fresh noodles (not the pho kind), beef stew that's easily chewable, and a generous amount of greens. Service was good here. Simple pho place, quick in and out, fill you up food. What more can I ask for? read more

I ordered delivery and the food was pretty good. It's was a bit spicy because of the chili pepper they added, and I really liked it. The food arrived relatively quickly but I had to reheat the broth. Overall good experience. I will most likely visit the restaurant in person in the future read more

Pho Le Restaurant - Phở Đặc Biệt* - Vietnamese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts