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    Pho Lime

    4.5 (62 reviews)
    Closed • 11:30 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Aleena V.

    Pho Lime - Elmhurst Crab rangoons + steamed chili pork dumplings = both delicious Tried spring rolls for the first time & liked them way more than I expected!! Special Pho = HUGE portion, good broth + plenty of noodles and meat 5/5 A good takeout meal & definitely glad I tried something new! Check out the full review on IG: @ratedbyaleena_

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    Dinah T.

    This is my local pho place they also offer other Vietnamese dishes as well. So far, I've been here several times and I haven't been disappointed of the food that I ordered. I noticed they do get busy of a lot of takeout. This is a local chain as they have one in Hoffman Estates. They are attached to a strip mall, so there are plenty of parking. The place is clean and the staff is friendly. You can order off the menu or they now have a digital dine in QR code as well. They have music in the back ground They also sell smoothies and bubble tea here They have variety of pho has a good equal of noodles and ingredients with soup and sometimes if I have a lot of soup, I would ask to bring it home so that I can freeze it and add rice noodles at home :) They have lunch specials here as well as Vietnamese sandwiches. I also tried their appetizers, which are spot on as well. My favorite is the lemongrass fried chicken wings and their steamed shrimp wontons and you can ask if you want the spicy sauce or no spicy. Overall a nice place to go when you have a taste for something different than going to a typical Chinese restaurant. I will come back here again!

    Ryan D.

    I had read many positive reviews about Pho Lime. Unfortunately, I did not have a good experience when my husband and I went. To start with, if took our sever about 10 minutes to come to our table to take our drink order. The restaurant was very busy. Once our order was taken it took a long time for our order to come out. Our sever brought over the wrong food to our table three times. The kitchen was very disorganized. It took over 30 minutes for all of our food to get out to our table. Then I noticed one of the most unsanitary things I've ever witnessed at a restaurant. A plastic cup fell and made a noise that prompted me to turn my head. I noticed an employee pick up the cup, rinse it off in the sink, and use it to prepare a drink. I paid attention to this, to the detriment of the friends I was with. Sure enough that cup that fell on the floor was served to our table. I told the server what I had saw and he remade the drink for us. We ordered the crab ragoon as an appetizer that came with iced tea as part of a combo. These were big and stuffed full. The cream cheese was still melty when I bit into it. We ordered the eye round steak pho and bun cha gio salad. The pho tasted good on a cold day, even if it did not contain a lot of meat. The salad was solid, but nothing special. The meat and shrimp in the salad was good. This restaurant has decent food but the disorganization, poor service, and unsanitary conditions, I will not be returning to Pho Lime.

    P5. Eye round steak & tendon
    Leo G.

    Word to describe the evening: delicious Such a great place I'm reviewing it while I'm still in here. Such a bright and cheerful location that lives up to its pastel green aesthetic to represent the lime featured in pho! I felt the prices were very fair for the portions I received, as I had bought too much to compensate for portions at other places I experienced. Service was quick, kind, and the right amount of attentiveness. The P5 (eye round steak & tendon) was delicious and light, with a great kick of optional spice from the jalapeños. The Thai tea and Crab Rangoon combo I got with my pho was delicious and a nice addition to my meal. The H2 (Red Curry Noodle Soup) according to my partner "very delicious" with lots of flavor and spice. Not deathly hot by any means, but it's got a bite. The House Special Bánh mì was also superbly layered with different meats and fresh vegetables, it was so refreshing. Overall, what a nice night! ~$65 after tip, but very worth the try! I will be coming back!!

    Sherwin C.

    Solid choice for Vietnamese in the area. Be aware that this spot can get very busy very fast, so be prepared to wait a little if you're going with a party larger than 2 at peak dinner hours. There's not to much in terms of immediate competition in the area as the strongest alternatives are really closer to the Palatine and Hoffman Estates areas. There are other Asian restaurants in Elmhurst, but your options are limited if you're looking for pho specifically. Service is friendly but can be a little spotty, and prices are quite reasonable for the amount of food you're getting -- particularly as part of a combo. Food is solid here, as I mentioned before -- you won't really find a better Vietnamese option in this immediate area, though the food flavor and texture was only alright for me -- similar to what you find in most suburban Vietnamese options. That is, the pho has an okay, but not super strong flavor -- you get plenty of noodles and vegetables, but meat quality is okay and not served raw. The bun is similarly reasonable -- with an okay marination and grilled flavor on items like the pork and shrimp. Noodles are fairly soft and the fish sauce isn't overly strong. Vegetables are fairly fresh, but the flavor combination is just alright. The crab rangoon here is filled generously and deep fried, good if you enjoy the filling and crunchy skin. Overall, this fulfills the general need for Vietnamese food if you're in the Elmhurst area with large portions and fairly good prices. If you're looking for a more refined flavor and texture, you're better off looking at spots closer to the city.

    Fresh spring rolls with shrimp
    Daniel Y.

    I love myself a good Vietnamese restaurant that offers the traditional cousins but also gives some flexibility in their menu. You can order by QR codes on the table or ask for a traditional menu. Don't skip on the appetizers like the spring rolls or chicken satay. The chicken was tender on the inside but nice and crispy on the outside and there was a nice nutty sauce to dip it in. You can build your own pho bowl or choose from one of the present options. I ordered the "dirty pho" which was spicy but had all the ingredients that typically come with the house special bowls you see at other places. The quantity of food in this bowl was quite a lot. There was only one size so it's nice to see them give a lot for the money and still taste good. Service is friendly here and the space feels very new and clean. This is a place you'll want to come back to on a repeat basis.

    Bun bo hue
    Ariana G.

    So fire!!!! I was looking for a new Viet spot to try with my friend that wasn't super far. So glad I found this place cause I can see myself coming back. The restaurant is very clean inside and the staff is kind. It looks pretty modern inside too. The menu has tons of options with pictures. I ended up getting a Thai ice tea to drink and the bun bo hue as my entree. Portion sizes are huge so expect leftovers. Comes with all the usual fixings on the side. When they packed my food to go, I really appreciated that they separated the noodles from the broth to prevent the noodles from getting too soggy. It's a little detail that didn't go unnoticed.

    Summer rolls
    Sahand S.

    Outstanding Vitenamese restaurant in Elmhurst, which is generally not known for having great ethnic restaurants. Everything is flavorful and portions are good. Service is friendly. Definitely give them a try if you're in the area.

    Abbie O.

    Great food great place although it's not in a busy place. Food is great and, love the tom yum soup so I had to try the noodles in tom yum soup flavor. Love how clean it is inside. But its a must try!

    Veggie pho
    Kia K.

    Inside is very clean and chill. They play calm chill coffee shop style music. Everything is color coordinated and cute with the green light shades and seating. The food is delicious. Im so happy to have a pho place so close to home. Highly recommend stopping in. The small was very filling. The service was nice, friendly and prompt. I will definitely be in again and you should stop in if you haven't yet.

    H1. Bun Bo Hue
    Ryan T.

    When coming to Pho Lime, I initially thought it was a smaller more lowkey spot. I thought the prices seemed a little on the higher side. When the bowl came out I said woah now, because that bowl was THICK! The pho was very average, nothing exciting. The spring rolls were heavy on bun noodles, and also very average. Let me talk about that Bun Bo Hue though. Pho Lime has taken my personal #1 spot between all Vietnamese restaurants, and even some households, for that Bun Bo Hue. You can taste the lemon grass, you can taste the mam ruoc, but most importantly the flavor was blended together seamlessly. This bowl alone earned the five star review, and will be the reason I come back.

    seafood pho made with chili garlic broth
    Stephanie P.

    A friend and I were in the area and craving Vietnamese food. She looked up nearby restaurants and came across Pho Lime. Located on a strip with a boba shop, dental office, and a few other establishments, Pho Lime can come across as unassuming. Upon entering, we were pleasantly surprised to the inside very clean and spacious. We were seated and given a pitcher of ice water right away. I ordered the vegetable and tofu spring rolls as my appetizer. They came out freshly made and were quite good. My only "complaint" that the ratio of noodles to tofu was 3:1. For my entree, I ordered the seafood pho made with chili garlic broth. This dish was the winner for me and the reason why I want to come back again! It was super flavorful, filled with noodles, shrimp, squid, (imitation, which I personally do not mind) crab meat, mussels, and fish balls. The chili garlic broth was absolutely delicious! I like the variety of food Pho Lime offers. You can choose from the popular pho options or opt for a "create your own pho" by choosing the proteins, noodles, and broths. My friend ordered the fried house egg rolls and the vegetable pho. She said they were both very tasty. I would also like to note that the bathrooms are very clean and that service is quick yet still very attentive! Such a hidden gem in a quiet strip!

    Addy J.

    I really like this place! I discovered it after changing jobs and went with a coworker for lunch. I ordered the Eye Round Steak with Tom Yum broth and it was amazing. Super flavorful and delicious. I've also tried the clear broth before and that was really good too. The only downside is that they're closed on Wednesdays, and sometimes when I call, no one answers maybe I just call at the wrong times! Either way, definitely worth it.

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    Ordered takeout. Food was good. Restaurant was very clean and staff was very friendly.

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    1 year ago

    Great food! Great service. Will definitely come back. The Pho is great so are the Ramune sodas and Mango FreshLemon Tea.

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    1 year ago

    Pho was amazing, steamy hot and full of flavor. Definitely hit the spot. Perfect for fall and winter days

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    The food here is so good! A wonderful, new, fresh neighborhood spot. I cannot wait to go back again!

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    Amazing food and great service. The Chili Garlic Shrimp Dumplings and Crab Rangoons were delicious!

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    Would definitely come back. The pho was amazing, big fan of the crab ragoons and the papaya salad. Service was very attentive and great.

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