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    Pho Mai Restaurant

    4.0 (134 reviews)
    ModerateVietnamese
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Spring rolls with shrimp and pork
    Bob T.

    Tucked away in a strip mall. Excellent selection of pho - the broth was delicious. It was well-seasoned and loaded with rice noodles and our selection of sliced brisket and eye of round. The pho is served with the traditional "garden plate" of fresh ingredients including crisp bean sprouts, Thai basal, cilantro, jalapeño, and a lime wedge. Available on the table was soy, sriracha, and hoisin. A "large" bowl was plenty! But they do offer an "extra large". We also enjoy an order is spring rolls that were fresh and delicious. The service was excellent! Our waiter was very pleasant, friendly, and extremely courteous despite having a very busy dining room. We will definitely go back!

    First time here, ordered large shrimp pho. It's yummy. Staff is very kind and helpful. Will definitely be back to try other dishes.
    baby b.

    First time here, ordered a large shrimp pho. It's yummy. It's not even 12 noon yet, but the place is packed already. The staff is very kind and helpful. Will definitely be back to try other dishes.

    Shrimp Spring Rolls
    Brita R.

    I went to visit Pho Mai Restaurant and was delighted when I walked in. There was wonderful calming music playing with a waterfall trickling down in the corner, which made the whole ambiance of the restaurant very serene. I also was greeted by very nice and friendly staff, and seated right away. Their wall decor and cute seating options were also all very neat. I ordered their Shrimp Spring Rolls and they were Delicious! I also ordered their dumpling soup which was also very tasty. I additionally liked that they had an amazing selection of Bubble Teas and I plan to try one the next time I visit. Overall, excellent experience!! I can't wait to return!!

    Wonton soup with egg noodles
    Dee N.

    I often travel for work and always looking for authentic Asian food from all around. While working in Cedar Rapids I found and became a repeat visitor of Pho Mai. Authentic Vietnamese food served hot and fresh. First visit I had Combo pho, spring rolls, and egg rolls - all very delicious. My second visit I tried the wonton soup with a mix of rice and egg noodles-- was not disappointed one bit. The staff were all also very friendly and attentive. Highly recommend the place.

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    Emjay A.

    Literally the best pho restaurant I have had the pleasure of dining. Most definitely recommend!!!!

    #13 Combination Noodle Soup
    Michelle T.

    I wish there was 3.5 stars, because 3 stars is too low, but it's not quite 4 stars either. I ordered pho, and it was good, but nothing I would rave about. There was not anything memorable about the flavor balance, the portions, or the noodle texture. Overall, I love pho, and it's a normal bowl of pho. I'm not mad about it, and I would go again only if I am in the area already and really want pho.

    Appetizers
    Kori H.

    While in Iowa City I jumped on yelp to find a place to eat. Vietnamese won the mood award. We ordered appetizers and confused the kind server. There were three different menus and we didnt have the special behind the scenes menu. It was available upon request. We felt like locals when we were presented with the full menu of options. The spring rolls are a must order. Just. I have had spring rolls everywhere. These are better. They have basil and mint and cilantro and flavor and shrimp and pork. Just yes. Get them. The streamed dumplings were as expected. I typically order pho. I ordered the lemongrass beef vermicelli bowl and groaned in happiness. And...I have left overs for lunch tomorrow. Oh. My. Delicious. I hope you try out this hidden gem. Oh the atmosphere? Quiet, casual and normal. I want them to open a branch in my community. Every time I get a cold I must have pho. This is the pho I want.

    Crispy dumplings and egg rolls

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    Best Pho ! Their vegetarian pho is amazing. I am addicted to pho and this is absolutely the best.

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    I love this place! I come her all the time and the they already know my order. Actually I might go in today. Loll

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    The Bun Bo Hue was delicious. Nice portion. Nice meat to noodle ratio. Broth was flavorful. I went 2 days in a row.

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    The best bubble tea and pho in Cedar Rapids by far. Easily a must try if you like Vietnamese food.

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    Great bowl of soup. Delicious broth and tasty Vietnamese iced coffee. Nice to find this in Iowa.

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