Pho Leo

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I was surprised when they brought a bottle of water, most places serve it in the glass, plus the Thai iced tea was pretty good.

Dan L.

Heads up: if you are coming here, know that you save $3 by paying with cash rather than a credit card or a debit card. I was a little taken back by that charge, but I get people are trying to take care of the credit card fees. Just know this before going in. Other than that, read on. Being stranded in a hotel with no transportation leaves. You limited options for food. Lucky for me, there were a couple restaurants on the street. I had seen this place, but noted that it was only open Thursday through Sunday. So it was my lucky day to go there on a Thursday. From the street, the place doesn't look like much. It's located in a strip mall, with just a lonely sign at the top, and a couple of stone lions out front. Front. I really wasn't sure what to expect. But reading on Yelp The rave reviews that it got gave me hope for a great meal! Walking inside, the place is neat as a pin, very clean, with plenty of seating. Beer bar at the back of the room and a couple of TVs on the walls. The decor is very contemporary, and looks up to date. I had ordered a Thai iced tea and a water to start with. I was brought a plastic bottle of water and my Thai iced tea in a plastic cup. Not quite the restaurant experience I am used to, but you know what? It was. Okay. The Thai iced tea was very tasty and I could have drank at least three more of them. I had ordered the chicken wings, and of course I had to order them extra crispy. You get six wings, three drums and three flats, with some sauce on the plate for $12.99. for $12.99. they did not seem like they were extra crispy., and the breading on the wings I really couldn't identify. It seemed like it might be panko crumbs, but I wasn't really sure. Regardless, they were tasty. Were they the best ones I've ever had? No they were not. But they were pretty good for the price. I wish they would have put the sauce in a separate bowl on the side so that I could actually dunk the chicken wing in it rather than sort of wipe the plate with it, but that's just a small thing. I ordered the number 19 which was sliced steak in broth with rice noodles. The broth was really amazing, and the sliced steak was medium rare, and allowed to cook in the hot broth. The flavors were so good. So good. I actually drank all of the broth. Bottom line? I would totally hear again, there were so many things on the menu that I would have loved to try but did not get a chance to. If you are ever off main Street in Mesa, you would do well to come here for a nice, warm fine filling meal.

Kitty A.

Visiting my daughter and we agreed on a Pho restaurant and this one was close to her house, about 7 min. The restaurant was clean, the interior is just outdated. The server was great! She was friendly, funny and quick on her feet. We ordered the shrimp spring rolls, the chicken egg rolls and the N36-Stor Fried Chicken with lemongrass sauce with the vermicelli. Everything was fresh and delicious. The egg rolls were nice and hot when they were served. We didn't eat it all because the portion was generous and I must say the food travels well bc we ate again for lunch the next day and the taste was as if we had just ordered.

Gary G.

Cover your ears when you open the front door as the bell that alerts your entrance is quite loud. It is a large restaurant with good parking accessibility. The men's room is not lockable but they provide a curtain to separate one standing from one sitting. There were some boxes stored in plain view near the kitchen. Moving onto the food they have 5 star food and 5 star service. I ordered pho ga and she brought amazing chicken Phố. I also had cafe sua da which was excellent. The vegetables brought to add to the Phố were good but not quite enough. Two juicy lime halves added to the great Phố flavors. My total bill was $22. I will return because the food is great and the staff is very friendly. Pho Leo seems to be the furthest east of any Vietnamese restaurant in Mesa so this is an important business which I encourage everyone to experience and support.

PHO fixing in a weird basket that looks like it never gets cleaned

James S.

I have gone here on two separate occasions, both times I ordered PHO, which was decent... but the customer service is less than ONE star! I simply can't understand how a server (like tower) as she is the only one working both times can hate her customers as much as she does. The food is fair at best, but the portions are generous. I asked for a glass of water and they give you a small water bottle (don't think about asking for extra water!!!) When it's time to go and you want to take your food home, just wait for the obnoxious eye roll!! Oh yeah and by the way, if you have a $10 meal get ready for the three dollar credit card fee as cash is preferred!! who wouldn't prefer cash, I would love to avoid paying taxes also!!

Matthew M.

I love this place, stumbled across this place many years ago, and have not been disappointed. I've tried quite a few things and each one has been very good. The employees are helpful when you have questions. It does get busy at times which is always a good thing. Give this place a shot.

Brisket and tendon Pho. Takeout order at the Airbnb.

The pho here is legit delicious. Stopped by on a visit to Mesa and it was so good we went back for takeout. Deep flavorful broth, generous portions of meat and tendon. Noodle texture was decent, maybe a little on the soft side. The fresh shrimp spring rolls were also good accompanied by a tasty peanut sauce. I saw some comments regarding decor and service and I'll just say that yes, the door bell is loud and yes, the owner is no nonsense, and yes the bathroom is a little gross. However, in my experience, this usually has an inverse correlation with the quality of the pho which was top notch. For Asian restaurants, I judge the food, not the decor!

Shane T.

Food is five+ stars. And it has been for the seven or eight years. I've been eating here on a regular basis. But sometime in 2025 they must've remodeled the restaurant so it's much more upscale and has a really fresh clean appearance to it personally I don't care about the appearance as much as I do is a good service, but "number one is how good is the food?" The menu has changed a little bit. It's more condensed, you don't get to have as many options with the noodle bowls as before, but it wouldn't surprise me if they would customize for you. I love the cold noodle bowls, with some protein and or tofu and this has always been one of my FAV go two spots. I always get the same thing, which is the Vietnamese noodle bowl with protein on it, and then I also happen to really like their shrimp spring rolls with thick peanut sauce and a side of fish sauce. Both of their condiments are well balanced. I think my photographs will speak for themselves!!!! let's just say, at some point in our lives by the time you're 30 years old, you stopped to think about what would be your final lunch or dinner that you would request,, if you could eat anything you wanted to eat. This is definitely on MY short list. Don't expect to be controlled and have a lot of conversation, the owners and our servers are pretty much straight to the point, and they like to leave you alone. The young woman who's here however is a little bit more outgoing. Years ago, I asked her if she had any extra Basel, she not only brought me extra Basel. She brought me some to take home.!!! It was by far one of the best basils I've ever had in my entire lifetime, and we used to grow it at home. Anytime I see lots of fresh mint, and or fresh basil, I get excited about it. If you do come here and get the noodle bowl and you like basil and mint, do take it off your dish and tear it up and throw it into your meal!!!

Vegetable Pho in vegetable broth. My new favorite soup.

Angela O.

I absolutely love this place. I've been going since they opened (even before covid). Leo's Special #1 in the summer is my go to. The fresh spring rolls with a lil fish sauce and chili is delicious and the pho is bomb. One thing I love, is how there's always been something on the menu to accommodate my dietary needs. Sometimes I take a break from meats and animal products and can still enjoy a satisfying vegan pho. Same when I'm taking a hiatus from carbs, I'll order the veggie pho with chicken and no noodles. Still tasty and filling. I've gone in after a long day at the office and just enjoyed a glass of wine. It's recently been remodeled and the ambiance is pretty chill. I dig this place.

Elvira G.

Clean including restrooms. A few lights out in restaurant. Friendly and efficient service. My Bun Bo Hue: side of bean sprouts not super fresh, basil fresh. Broth spicy but lacked lemongrass. Noodles had nice bouncy texture. Beef slices were the highlight- tender, lean and thinly sliced; nice tendon; pork sausage lacked flavor. Overall 3.7 Hubs' Vermicelli Bowl: Full-flavored side broth, savory variety of meats and shrimp, generous portion. Fresh marinated veggies and a yummy meat egg roll. Overall 4.0 Next time will try the veggie pho with tofu. Extra $3 to use credit card. Our total with tip 43. We paid cash. No appetizers or drinks. Recommend. ~EG Eats

Emily L.

How can a restaurant with fantastic food make you feel so sad? They put shady pricing tactics into place that make you feel a bit cheated. Our table ordered a combination pho with egg noodles -- which was the best pho bowl I've had east of the Asian district -- and a lemongrass tofu vermicelli dish that was so flavorful with a nice kick. I have no qualms about the food. It was pretty stellar. The first hint we had that Pho Leo was pretty profit-hungry was the waiter poking his pen on my menu several times asking if we wanted (or more so urging us) to order drinks or appetizers. The second was when my mom asked for a vegetarian sauce instead of the fish sauce-based nuoc cham -- granted that the lemongrass tofu was on the "vegetarian" menu -- and the waitress begrudgingly dropped soy sauce at our table. When we got the check, we realized we were charged for our waters without warning -- water isn't even on the menu and we didn't ask for bottled. The waitress also told us only upon taking our card that there'd be a $3 fee for using credit card (that's a 10% charge on our meal -- WAY more than credit card processing fees). This fee wasn't posted anywhere. If the restaurant owners are reading, I highly recommend raising prices instead of using these outdated tactics. I would've gladly paid that extra $5 for my bowl of pho. Its quality is great, portions are very generous, and Pho Leo is basically the only great pho place serving East Mesa. Inflation sucks, but we're all in it together -- it's 2024 and hidden charges are out.

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Jessica V.

Great Bo bun hue. It is very spicy. They always give large portions at reasonable prices. Their vermicelli bowls and pho are also delicious. We frequent this restaurant. Sometimes the service can be slow but they get packed and are family run.

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William S.

2 years ago

Nice little family place pho soup was good and service was great . Big menu with many choices

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Alejandro N.

3 years ago

Best Pho in town hands down. Vermicelli is the best too. Staff is hot or miss but the food makes up for it. Worth the wait!

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Matt A.

6 years ago

I've been looking forward to trying this place out. The two servers were not wearing masks and service was abysmal. Got the bbq spring rolls, pho chin and a grilled pork plate. The food was "ok." I had a difficult time with the lack of safety standards and poor service. read more

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Hannah C.

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4 years ago

I've been a huge pho fanatic for years and I can honestly say this place has the BEST in the valley. Amazing broth and plentiful in herbs and cuts of meat. Big fan of the spring rolls too! Ask for extra mint in yours!! Also very affordable read more

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Came here for a quick lunch. It's kind of hidden and in a bit of a shadier part of town... but I was craving some Vietnamese food so I took a risk. The place is pretty spacious, and for lunch time it was pretty dead. There was one other table besides me, but it took about ~20mins for my food to come out... my sever was really friendly, a little too too friendly which made me a bit uncomfortable. The food.. I ordered the 'hu tieu ap chao' which is like pan fried flat noodles with beef. The pan fired noodles where bomb. But the beef was NOT. First they used thinly sliced beef that you top pho with. Which makes me feel like they were just trying to use all their ingredients.. it was a bit pricey for an average looking lunch place restaurant $15 for my dish (tax included). I feel like this place cater more towards the American pallet then your authentic Asians. Probably won't come back again. read more

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Tania D.

4 years ago

I came here specifically for pho and the Spring rolls. The broth was Really good and the Spring rolls were fresh. As far as the service and the place itself I would say it was OK at best. The restaurant may be under staffed since there was just one lady who didn't have the best attitude. But the food itself was really good so I might go back. Another thing to note is that the place itself was really old dark and seemed dirty perhaps more lighting and a good cleaning would really improve customer experience. read more

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Mary T.

2 years ago

To be fair, we didn't eat anything, but left because we were so disappointed in the unclean environment. Dirty, dusty, smudged windows, dirty fixtures. Dark environment that felt like a bar. The reception was terrible , the woman didn't even welcome us, just grabbed two menus and started her to plop us in an uncomfortable corner table with clearly many open booths available. We noticed the people next to us had not been served yet, after waiting a long time with no one coming to even offer drinks, we knew it would be a long wait, so we left. If the dining area looks unkempt, I can only imagine what the kitchen is like. read more

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Pam S.

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3 years ago

Quiet restaurant with excellent service. Very clean Food was very good. A place we will visit again

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Edith D.

6 years ago

This restaurant is a great one!! Once you walk in they greet you and very welcoming. We came from out of town(Los Angeles,CA) after watching Lakers win and become 202 champions!! We ordered pho and plate. The pho flavor phenomenal added the usual extras. The plate rice,pork,shrimp, beef plate so fresh and great flavors. Even the salad tasted so fresh, the cucumbers nice and crunchy just perfect for the plate. I would recommend!!! read more

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Ashley M.

6 years ago

Second time eating here and everything was great! Ordered P16 pho and Leo's special #1 (charbroiled pork, grilled pork, grilled shrimp and egg roll over rice). It's still worth the drive from Gilbert! read more

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Lance H.

2 years ago

Basic good pho .nice wait staff. Presents food quickly .if eating in its quiet low light relaxing atmosphere

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Elaine B.

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Walking into this place on a Saturday night and seeing it was empty made me a little hesitant. But I was craving some pho and been wanting to try a different place than our usual. We ordered pork and shrimp spring rolls and fried egg rolls to start. Being raised by a viet mother you realize how many different variations of tastes everyone makes their egg rolls and pho. This place actually reminded me of my moms cooking. The spring rolls were freshly rolled to order. Soft and not dry like when places premake them. The dipping sauce had the balance of hoisin and peanut sauce my moms does. Then the egg rolls came out super hot and full of filling! Not veggies but meat! Right away just with the smell I know it was going to be good. Again. Reminded me of my moms flavors. So many times I get the egg rolls at other viet restaurants and it's bland. These had seasoning and flavor. Last but not least pho tai with meatballs for me and extra beef! They loaded up so much beef I was happy happy! Typically you ask for extra beef and they give you four small slices. I was able to enjoy some beef in every bite. Noodles weren't mushy. And overall very good pho! I am glad we found this spot and will go back. Service was a little slow but it was prob family owned. The guy that served us was entertaining and nice. When we left there were at least six other tables that filled up. read more

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Catherine B.

4 years ago

Cute Vietnamese lady was sooo sweet to us! You HAVE to try the fried rice! Pho was good too! 10/10 would recommend! It was so good I forgot to take a picture! Deff will come back weekly. read more

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Morgan S.

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Pho Leo is AMAZING. I was looking to get Some take out food due to the corona virus and this place delivered!! I got all this for only 57$!! The food was delicious and ill deffinitely be back for more. read more

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Found this place by accident. I did a yelp review and saw it had good reviews. I made my way in and the staff was polite friendly and helpful. I used pictures of what others had took on yelp to help decide my meal. The food was great and hot. Wish i had a bigger stomach to take it all down but took the leftovers togo. Hope to make it back here in the near future. read more

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Brianna R.

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Being from California, our standards are pretty high for good traditional delicious Vietnamese cuisine. We've tried many places and some were better than others but nothing truly blew us away until Pho Leo!!!! Pho Leo is fantastic. The staff is incredible, very helpful and kind. The restaurant is spotless and spacious. The food is to die for! Finally I have a new go to pho place in Arizona! I'd give more than 5 stars if it would let me :) we will be back for sure!!!!!!! We had the P19 pho, pork eggroll vermicelli bowl, crab cream cheese wontons. And of course we didn't leave without our traditional Vietnamese iced coffee!!!? 10/10! read more

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David O.

2 years ago

Great food - nice people - recommend it if you like pho and good portions for the price. Friendly servers

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Rocio D.

5 years ago

This is our new favorite Pho place. Everything is delicious and they're not stingy with the noodles. read more

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Carly B.

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4 years ago

We used to live in a community where there was a Pho place on every corner. So when moving to AZ we were really hoping to find a great Pho place that offered great flavor & pricing. Pho Leo has been our go-to Pho spot here in the valley. They have the best pho, will the most amount of meat for a great price. Customer service can be a little hectic at times, but they are a small staff who work extremely hard. Thanks for the great food guys! read more

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Ciarra V.

2 years ago

We love this place and that's why we keep coming back. Our 25 minute drive is always worth it. The waitress welcomes us with a huge smile

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Sarah F.

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You get a lot of food for the money, it's a good value there. The pho was pretty good, but I must admit I'm not a big pho fan so take my rating with a grain of salt. We also had the curry. This I am an aficionado on and I make it myself. They had the heat down, about a 5 on the American scale (2 on the thai scale lol). It was full what looked like canned veggies and french fries. Definitely sub par. We also got an order of egg rolls that were way over cooked and you couldn't tell what was in it. Just some all minced together stuff. Service was also a bit slow aside from refilling water glass. Low side of 3 stars. read more

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Robin W.

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I'm a fan of Vietnamese cuisine and this little spot is good. The service is prompt, the food is freshly made and a very good price. The decor is lacking however. It's very dark with plain wooden chairs and dark tables. The spring rolls are freshly made and chock full of mint and noodles and shrimp. The vermicelli noodles come in a huge bowl and filled with julienne carrots and sliced lettuce and cucumbers garnished with fresh mint. The peanut sauce is thick and rich full of flavor. They had an extensive vegan menu but not explicitly gluten free, tho I am sure they can adjust using rice noodles or mung bean noodles. The portions are ample and very good value. I will be back for the pho. read more

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Eddy C.

5 years ago

Very good pho in Mesa Az I Love it so delicious . I'm chef Yama Eddy I recommend 1-10 is a best I give 8 . read more

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Kayla V.

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5 years ago

Aaaaaaaamazing!!! Everything was so great. The pho was amazing. I couldn't stop eating it. Even ordered an extra bowl to take home. read more

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David D.

5 years ago

When we first went there, Main Street was being all torn up for this fiasco of a rail service. Their food was outstanding! The Leo bowls were outrageously good and my wife and myself were very pleased. We dined in about 6-7 times before this fake pandemic and then ordered for delivery. Then the food was hit and miss. The portions are wonderful and the quality of ingredients have changed a bit, but, still edible. Best deal is to dine in and get the whole vibe. Not real pretty, but, good service. read more

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David R.

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3 years ago

Very good food! You can tell the food is prepared with great skill. The soup broth was superb! I also loved the BBQ pork Bun. Highly recommend. read more

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Will S.

3 years ago

WORST service ever. The server could be in midst of our order yet go to another table because she forgot something. Also we would ask the older lady and she walks away like we weren't asking for help. food is also bland. Expected more but so DISAPPOINTING!!! Do NOT recommend read more

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Valerie K.

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2 years ago

Horrible. We eat Pho at least 3 times a month nationwide. Combination pho was not up to standards at all. Tripe was soft and bitter. Tendon was black. Meatballs were similar to tennis balls in texture and probably taste. Broth was over salted. We are both sick on both ends. Sorry, not sorry for the tmi. Do not eat there. Service was almost as bad. read more

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Alex L.

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I'll admit that this place looked a bit sketchy, especially being in this area. But as a "hole in the wall" style restaurant. This place is actually really good. It's really hard for me to eat pho other than my own mother making it, but i have to say this place makes some really good pho and has very caring and exceptional service. This is great because I don't live too far to get some good pho. I compare this place to Pho Thanh in Phoenix, a definitely great place to get great vietnamese food. Highly recommended! read more

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Brigham J.

3 years ago

The people were super nice and the food was really good. They really try hard to do a good job and care about the kind of service that they provide. The store was well kept and the time I went it was towards the holidays and the atmosphere felt like somewhere I would go eat with my parents when I was a kid. Kinda nostalgic. Over all good experience. read more

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Matthew C.

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THAI in a Pho joint ? Went to Pho Leo tonight and had a nice dinner with my wife n son. Ordered the chicken Spring rolls and Calimari for appetizers. We enjoyed both. For our main entree my wife had Pad Thai and it was very nice. I gave her a bad time for ordering Thai Food at a Vietnamese restaurant but she is 7 months pregnant and I'm not going to press her to hard on her odd cravings even though it was her idea to get 'soup'. Geez! I'm glad they had Pad Thai and thrilled it was so good it satisfied a craving pregnant mom! I had the Vegetable Pho and I must say it was very fresh and flavorful. Next time I'll try the beef Pho. Pho Leo is a family owned and run restaurant and I really liked the fresh ingredients, great recipes served in a very clean dinning room. So, yes this is a repeatable restaurant. Give Pho Leo a try and you will like it AND return! read more

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Christina K.

6 years ago

Service was speedy and attentive. The restaurant is relaxing and spacious. I was impressed with the pho, as well. The broth was delicious and everything I anticipated. I will definitely come back to this spot again! I hope to try some of their other entree items soon. read more

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Saskia B.

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We've been ordering from Pho Leo for awhile now. Tonite was our 21st or 22nd time. We've enjoyed the pho, the spring rolls, crab puffs, tamarind chicken wings, pho leo trio, charboiled pork spring rolls, coconut shrimps, a handful if fried rice, thai teas, and Arnold palmer. All of them were tasty, and enjoyable. We've received warm and friendly service consistently. The price point is proper. The mum and pop restauarant isn't fancy... BUT the food and service have been consistently great! read more

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Quan P.

4 years ago

Website and Yelp says open until 930 PM. I know we were a little late coming right at 9pm. Sign says open but the server was really rude and yelled at us and that they were closed even though they had a full restaurant. read more

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Danny V.

5 years ago

The pho is pretty good. But the older lady that served me seemed angry the whole time. She even got my order wrong. But how can you tell her when she was passive aggressive for having to work. She tossed the condiment tray, slammed the pho bowl, tossed the used plates loudly into her pickup cart, and seemed very unhappy the whole time. I think she needs an attitude change or stop working here altogether. With a better attitude, more stars would've been given. I've been here before and I can guarantee you this place is good. But with horrible service, I would think twice before coming back here again. read more

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Angela T.

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One of my favorite pho restaurants in the east valley. For starters, I always get the pho Leo trio as an appetizer and share it with my boyfriend. It comes with 2 coconuts shrimps, 2 spring rolls, and 2 egg rolls. One of the best coconut shrimps I've ever had! I also get the Leo special #1. Which is a bowl of vermicelli noodles with charbroiled pork, grilled pork, grilled shrimp, and egg rolls. Comes with peanuts too. It adds a wonderful taste. The pork is cooked well and the egg rolls are crispy. Note: they also have a bar. And the Thai tea comes with whip cream. It is delicious. read more

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Anjelica N.

3 years ago

Very good place to eat!!! Prices are reasonable!!!! Staff are very nice. Definitely worth it if your looking for good pho and spring rolls!

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Jessica C.

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6 years ago

I ordered the a brisket pho which is the "Pho Chin" on the menu. I did not have time to sit down and eat my meal so I called ahead of time to place my order. The employee that answered had great customer service. When I got to the restaurant, it was pretty empty. Possibly because it was at 3 pm on a Monday. The entrance had a cute sitting area and the restaurant had a nice open concept. As soon as I walked in, I was greeted and given my take out order. I hope to go back and eat inside the restaurant to enjoy the pho while it's still fresh. It was good but it's definitely not the same if you can't sit and eat it at the restaurant. I didn't have a pho spoon so it was a little difficult to eat. I ordered the regular bowl portion and was not able to finish it all. There is a large portion option but it's probably meant for two to share. read more

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3 years ago

Great PHO!! I hope they make it there was very little traffic at lunch but the food was great!

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5 years ago

We have been searching for Pho for a while and we drove from San Tan Valley to get some. All I gotta say is this is completely Worth the drive I will Make the drive every time I want pho read more

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1734 East Main St
Ste 5
Mesa, AZ 85203
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Hours

What time does Pho Leo open?

Pho Leo opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Thursday, Sunday, Friday and Saturday.

What time does Pho Leo close?

Pho Leo closes at 9:00 PM on Monday, Thursday and Sunday.Pho Leo is closed on Tuesday and Wednesday.Pho Leo closes at 9:30 PM on Friday and Saturday.

Mon, Thu, Sun 11:00 AM - 9:00 PMTue-Wed ClosedFri-Sat 11:00 AM - 9:30 PM

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Does Pho Leo take credit cards?

Yes, Pho Leo takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Pho Leo serve alcohol?

Yes, Pho Leo serves alcohol. Beer & Wine Only

Indoor Amenities

Does Pho Leo allow dogs?

Yes, Pho Leo allows dogs.

Does Pho Leo have TVs?

Yes, Pho Leo has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Pho Leo have bike parking?

Yes, Pho Leo has bike parking.

Does Pho Leo have outdoor seating?

No, Pho Leo does not have outdoor seating options.

Does Pho Leo have parking?

Yes, Pho Leo has parking options. Private Lot Parking, Validated Parking

Other Amenities

Is Pho Leo wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Pho Leo is wheelchair accessible.

Does Pho Leo have free WiFi?

No, Pho Leo does not have free WiFi.

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Jay N.

3 years ago

We have made several attempts to give this place a second chance due to its proximity to us, but after our recent experience last night, we have officially decided to remove it from our go-to list. Unfortunately, this is not the first time they have made mistakes with our orders. We specifically ordered the grilled chicken platter, which they prominently advertised on a separate page, but they failed to update the actual item on the menu. Instead, they brought us grilled pork. We immediately tried to bring this to their attention, but they (both employees) seemed reluctant to address the issue promptly. We had to wait an additional 6-8 minutes for someone to finally attend to us. When I informed the server that we had ordered grilled chicken, he dismissively informed me that it was not available on the menu. However, I pointed out that it was featured on a separate page, which they themselves had promoted. Eventually, it took them approximately 15-20 minutes to prepare the chicken. The cooking process seemed rushed, as they simply tossed some sliced chicken on the pans and added seasoning. The taste was average, nothing remarkable. Furthermore, the elderly lady working there seemed quite upset with us when we didn't want to sit at a small and dimly lit table by the wall. She disregarded us throughout our entire visit. The only reason we frequented this place was because, being far from home, it used to evoke a sense of familiar warmth and a feeling of family. However, it appears that those sentiments no longer hold true, unfortunately. If you're willing to settle for mediocre food and don't mind poor service, and if you have ample time to spare, then perhaps this establishment may suit your needs. read more

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Pho Leo 1734 E Main St #5, Mesa, AZ 85203 During my recent visit to the area to explore some vacant commercial properties, I found myself in need of a delicious meal. My GPS guided me to Pho Leo, conveniently located in a small strip mall. Upon entering, I took a seat at an empty table. The atmosphere was welcoming, though I noticed the server, an older Vietnamese lady, had a no-nonsense demeanor reminiscent of the hardworking staff at traditional Korean restaurants. I decided to try the Pork Egg Rolls, the Everything or Combo Pho, and a Coke. Here's my experience: 1. **Pork Egg Rolls** The egg rolls had a unique flavor that suggested they were freshly made on-site. They were decent and satisfying. 2. **Pho** The broth was clean and flavorful, generously filled with tender meat. It was a delightful dish that truly showcased the essence of pho. 3. **Service** While the service was efficient, there is room for improvement in terms of warmth and engagement. Overall, while I may not make a special trip just to dine here again, I would certainly consider returning if I find myself in the area. Pho Leo offers a solid dining experience with tasty food that reflects authentic Vietnamese cuisine. NOTE They charge $3.00 for Credit Card payment read more

Crystal S.

9 years ago

We decided to stop here based on the reviews and we were in the mood for some Pho. It's in a strip mall area but as soon as you walk in the place is very spacious inside. The service was great. Very friendly and happy and made us feel very welcome. The food was DELICIOUS! the prices regularly are great but we got 25% off everything! Personal favorite was the chicken dumplings.... Fresh tasting and delicious. I highly recommend this place if you like Pho and want to try someplace new. Extremely happy with our visit and we will be back! read more

Ron A.

9 years ago

What a pleasant surprise! A great new Asian restaurant in my Central Mesa neighborhood. Please don't miss this place! FRESH vegetables, delightful meats cooked in a very small amount of oil, perfect vermicelli like rice noodles, all delicious. Subtle flavors, mixed carefully, nothing overpowering in smell or taste. Very good egg rolls, grilled shrimp is delicious, prices are inexpensive. Decor is new, clean and inviting. The lunch bill came to less than 20 dollars for my wife and me. read more

Terry S.

6 years ago

My girlfriend and I decided to try a new pho place and we were very pleased with this place. The food was delicious, and especially the pho which came with an exceptional amount of meat that is usually not the case with most pho restaurants. The employees and server were very nice and sweet. Definitely would recommend the Vietnamese coffee at this place!! One of the best i'v ever had. Will definitely be coming back again for pho in the near future! read more

Christine O.

9 years ago

This is my new favorite place to eat. I have already eaten Vietnamese three times this week! The food is AMAZING, the service is wonderful, the atmosphere is calming, and pleasant. I will eat there in a house, I will eat there with a mouse, I will eat there here and there, I will eat there anywhere! I do so like Pho Leo... read more

Gilbert P.

9 years ago

My second time there and they were very kind. The pho soup is what I love and they served it above my likings. Great flavor, great atmosphere and great service. Tony was mine and my girls waiter that helped us experience just a great time eating there. Even gave us 20% off for first time customers. read more

Po F.

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8 years ago

I grew up in Ca. There are amassing Pho spots everywhere. But, here in Mesa, let alone AZ as a whole, not so much. This place is GREAT! It's nice to finally find a local spot where I can finally scratch that Pho itch I get a couple times a month. Kudos to the staff. They're fantastic! read more

Alec T.

7 years ago

There is nothing about this place that isn't amazing! The waiters and waitresses are incredibly nice and considerate, and on top of that, the pho is remarkable! It's by far the best I've ever had. The service is also very fast and convenient. Make sure to give this place a try! read more

Cruz C.

18 days ago

For a while now I've been searching for the best pho in the valley. This humble place is hands down the greatest pho in Arizona. You can always find something different every time you go there, and believe me you will be blown away. The dedication to such craft is incredible. read more

Stephanie H.

6 years ago

We have eaten vegetarian pho all over the US and in many countries and this restaurant has the BEST we have ever eaten, say my 4 girls! I would have to agree and the service is also fantastic! The tofu spring rolls were some of the best I've ever eaten, too! So delicious! read more

Kyle S.

9 years ago

Glad I found this place to eat. I was hungry and was looking for something in that area that served vegetarian food. The server, Kristi, was really kind and helpful in explaining the menu to me and the food was really good! Thanks again! -Kyle read more

Dina S.

9 years ago

The pho was sooo good. I've been trying every Pho place in the valley and this one has made the top of my list. The broth was absolutely everything. I had some soup leftover and ate it the next day and it was still yummy! read more

Tiffany G.

5 years ago

My expectations were surely met and then exceeded! Pho Leo's was comfortable, clean, great prices, friendly service and amazing food. I will definitely be back. read more

Tiffany G.

5 years ago

My expectations were surely met and then exceeded! Pho Leo's was comfortable, clean, great prices, friendly service and amazing food. I will definitely be back. read more

George J.

9 years ago

Good food in a clean restaurant... what more can you ask for? Oh right, very friendly staff! I would recommend to anyone looking for a new favorite place to eat! read more

Tiffany G.

7 years ago

My expectations were surely met and then exceeded! Pho Leo's was comfortable, clean, great prices, friendly service and amazing food. I will definitely be back. read more

Rafael S.

9 years ago

Super awesome place! First time trying Vietnamese cuisine. I would recommend this place to everyone. This will first of many times coming to this place. read more