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    Pho Lien Hoa

    4.1 (560 reviews)
    ModerateVietnamese
    Closed • 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Rebecca F.

    Good pho place, it is a chain FYI if you are not from OKC. Order a Pho with everything and a mango smoothie. Everything was on point, just it is pretty pricey for pho. The smoothie was $7.25 when I was there and it's not a particularly large size. But a decent amount of toppings included with the pho. But with the amount of competition in the area, there are better options. Plenty of parking in the lot.

    Lexie G.

    Pho Lien Hoa served the best Pho I've had in Oklahoma so far. The experience wasn't perfect but the food genuinely made up for it. !!! Cash Only !!! Firstly, as stated in the previous line, this establishment is cash only. We didn't know that going in so it caused quite the hiccup when trying to pay. The employees were very nice and patient about it but it was still kind of embarrassing. There's an ATM available inside as well. Now onto the dining experience. PLH was very busy when we arrived. That did not stop them from seating us right away at a clean and stocked table. However, the ordering process did feel slightly rushed because of the volume of customers. They had a beautiful interior though with low music playing. The tables are all stocked with soy sauce, sriracha, hoisin, salt, pepper, and fish sauce. We had to request chili oil, which they happily obliged. The chili oil alone was a 10/10. Spicy, crunchy, well balanced. We started off with spring rolls (if you don't specify which ones they will automatically bring out the shrimp and pork ones) which came with a nice garlicky peanut sauce. The shrimp tasted fresh and the pork added a nice slight saltiness and texture. The noodles were cooked well and the veg was fresh and tightly wrapped even when dipped & bit. We both ordered the Pho Chin (lean brisket) one large and one small. Both portions were consistent with their descriptions. With the large I got more meat, broth AND noodles. I ended up taking half of mine home while my spouse finished theirs and felt comfortable. The broth was clear and delicious. I was worried that the broth would be sweet since that's been a common theme in OK, but that was not the case. Deliciously savory and balanced with spices. My only note would be that I would've liked two separate plates of side veg (jalapeños, lime, basil, bean sprouts) since we both enjoy these additions to our soups. Overall a good experience for the food alone. For the fact that we weren't told it was cash only from the start, we had to pay for water bottles instead of being offered cups, and the wait time for the check; this was not a GREAT experience. I really wanted to give this place 5 stars.

    Quality!
    Kong L.

    This was a super solid bowl of Pho! It's honestly one of the best I've ever had, and that's not an understatement. The broth was incredibly well-balanced, and it stays piping hot from the first bite until the end of your meal. They truly know how to make a great bowl of soup here. Just a heads up--it's a cash-only establishment, but they do have an ATM inside for convenience. You'll definitely walk out smelling like a delicious, high-quality bowl of Pho!

    Safia S.

    I was surprised to learn of the high-quality Vietnamese food in Oklahoma City. Naturally, I opted for a pho dinner on a cold night during my visit. The seating here is ample, and they have parking out front. I opted for the beef with., rare, beef, and fatty beef. I also opted for the small size. And I got a coconut smoothie. The pho comes in piping hot with an aroma that I simply can't describe. Soup is rich and textured with a flavor that only comes from slow cooking. The beef is delicious and melts in your mouth. The accompaniments of vegetables an extra to help to build the base soup in a way that complements the original flavoring. Absolutely wonderful! The coconut smoothie was great, but in hindsight, I should've just opted for water because the pho itself is so indulgent the flavor needs to be savored rather than competed with.

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    Bequer G.

    Pho Lien Hoa is a great place for pho! One of my favorites in OKC! It's always fresh and we literally got our food in less than two minutes! The flavor of the broth is always fire, 10/10! Plus they have all the add ons you would want! The only down side is that they only take cash. It's a pretty chill vibe in there and they keep it real clean!

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    Lizabeth Y.

    PAY CASH ONLY. They literally take cash only and have an ATM machine right by the cash register lol. Egg rolls and springs rolls were ok, I wouldn't come back to get them again. Super plain. Pho was pretty good, meat was very tender and heap of noodles! The cash only is a bit of an inconvenience and probably wouldn't come back.

    P11 Large

    Food came out in 45 seconds, very hot and a good portion. Staff was friendly and got me in and out. Very clean and open restaurant.

    Belle S.

    Cold day calls for Hot Pho and Pho Lien Hoa is open early to keep us warm in downtown OKC! You know food is good when a restaurant is packed early in the day. We were greeted cheerfully by a lady who had just one table for 2 available. We got seated, placed our orders and not long after, Chris and I have our steaming bowls of pho! The soup is oh-so-flavorful! It warms you up nicely. The place is clean and large enough to accommodate a steady stream of hungry guests.

    Fresh springrolls
    Tuan P.

    Pho Lien Hoa is still an excellent choice for Vietnamese pho noodle soup. It was my favorite Vietnamese restaurant to grab some pho for many years, but it's been overtaken by VII Asian Bistro by the time of this review. This is not to say that it's not good because it's still my go-to place for pho on days VII Asian Bistro closes (Sunday and annual 2 weeks family vacation). The difference maker ultimately boils down to the broth. While the broth at Pho Lien Hoa is umamic, it's on the lighter side; less savory, rich, and "meaty."What it lacks, it makes up for in abundance. Pho Lien Hoa got the pho noodles texture down, soft but "springy." They have the best meats, raw beef steaks and cooked meats. A side of the rare beef is worth the money. And their vegetables plate for the pho has more than at any other restaurants, guaranteed. The service is lightning quick, and I am using this word loosely at Pho Lien Hoa. They often forget your hot tea order and extra limes when asked. I also love their china set, very aesthetically pleasing. P.S. This is a cash only restaurant. There's an ATM for electronic withdrawal for a small fee at the cashier.

    Tim T.

    Excellent Vietnamese restaurant with authentic and delicious Vietnamese dishes like pho, vermicelli, broken rice, Bahn mi at reasonable prices - my only gripe is that they still require cash (even though their other locations like PHL 2 and 3 have gotten with the times and take card). Well, that's maybe part of the charm of this place. Service is very attentive and prompt, so maybe they make up for the cash requirement in that way. The exterior is sort of interesting and puzzling in that it's all black and prevents you from looking inside with those inside being able to look out like a one-way mirror. Inside is also quite spacious with many tables and cool wall paintings as well as other decorations (including a compartmentalized cow). An OKC local favorite! Just modernize already!!!

    Menu... lots of good stuff
    Dalv C.

    NOTE: This is a cash only place. They DO have an ATM on-site. Was glad to fine so many Pho places Vietnamese restaurants in Ok-City. Drove here for lunch'. The place is FILLED with the smell of Pho broth and other food items. 1) The place was clean and overall welcoming. I was greeted and quickly sat. It smells strongly of Phon Broth. 2) The menu is big. Lots of selections. 3) Food was delicious. Enough said. I would return to this location again next time im in town. Cheers!

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    Yes, all the soups have a beef or pork broth but they have tofu you can swap the meat out for. I always get the tofu vermicelli. It isn't vegan because of the fish sauce that comes on the side but you could leave that off. The tofu isn't listed on… 

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