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    Pho Mai

    3.2 (1.4k reviews)
    ModerateVietnamese
    Open 8:00 am - 4:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Yummy
    Patti C.

    I wanna love this place. I've been going here for years. The service is OK. It's pretty self served. Nowadays. The food is consistent and the tables aren't usually clean doesn't look like they have very many staff anymore I swear the lady at the register has been working there for over 30 years. I usually either get the chicken faux chicken wings egg rolls are very good here is it five star no but it's pretty good when I go back sure is it the best no, is it the worst no try it open late

    Ji V.

    First time here. Ordered 90, 97, extra rice, 76 chicken, F1, 1 and F6. You line up, order, given with number, sit down wherever then wait for your food. All condiments and utensils on the table all ready for everyone's usage. Self service iced water. Specific lady kept on going around cleaning up tables. If I would have just gone outside where the tables it, is okay. But when you use their all gender restroom which is for customers only. It appears unsanitary inside by the hallway, storage piles, and bins. Otherwise, The food was yummy, savory and big servings.

    Inside of the shop, sitting down
    Annika G.

    My experience going to this restaurant was definitely unforgettable, considering my two friends and I stopped here for food at 2AM on a Saturday night/Sunday morning before dropping one of them off at the airport. We saw the reviews and thought we'd check it out despite the very large menu, and we just kind of expected to roll in, talk to tired staff, and roll out. Boy were we wrong - this place was JAM PACKED at 2AM. We didn't realize the post-going-out crowd fills this place up like no other. There was so many people that many of the long tables were being shared between parties. The staff looked pretty tired but were cordial regardless, but I don't blame them - a big crowd at 2AM is nothing to be overly energetic about. My friend got pho, I got a grilled chicken banh mi, and my other friend got beef spring rolls. My friend really liked her chicken pho, and in hindsight, I should've gotten pho considering everyone was eating pho. However, my grilled chicken banh mi was pretty good - was a bit scared with the large menu. We were super tired, so the lively space was kind of strange, but we didn't mind. We had a good time and definitely remember this experience!

    Pho Dac Biet (Small)
    Wen L.

    This restaurant opens late at night and has both Vietnamese and Filipino dishes on the menu. I got the Pho Dac Biet and the flavor was good! Satisfied our pho craving and is a great late night food spot!

    #3 & Pork/Shrimp Spring Rolls
    Lauren L.

    Came here around 12:30am on a Saturday after a concert and this place was HAPPENING. Bright lights, line to order, tables full, etc. Unfortunately when the food arrived, the quality was extremely low and portions were skimpy. Our "XL" pho that we ordered was probably the size of a regular anywhere else. The biggest draw is that it's open until 3am every day and serves edible food. Not good, but edible.

    Vegetarian spring rolls
    Sophie C.

    This is one of the best late night spots. When you pull up, the entire exterior is extremely brightly lit, and there's always people inside no matter the hour. You order and pay at the front before getting a number and sitting down. They have a handwritten menu on the wall, but I found that impossible to understand. Make sure to just use their printed menu, which is quite expansive but contains some photos too. We got the extra large #1 noodles and vegetarian spring rolls. I think the XL noodles could have had more broth, felt like we were drowning in noodles without the right ratio of broth. One downside is we got spare bowls and they were a bit dirty, so check that. Otherwise it's cheap, convenient, and hits the spot. Plenty of tables and parking.

    No spices horrendous tastes
    Richard H.

    Here is my 2 cents on quality quantity & Taste of my Mongolian beef....It was delivered by Uban Eats in timely manner.. This was the WORST FOOD EVER..First if there lower rating I give....They did not give me enough food. The did not follow instructions.. It was ice cold ..THE FAILED IN EVERY WAY..NOT WORTH REPEATED. DO NOT EVER EAT HERE

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    Gene D.

    Didn't know there was a restaurant located really close to the local target? So I decided to drop by and ordered a soup dish. It's pretty good, this place has the biggest menu among restaurants of its type. Didn't know it is also open very late so I will remember this joint as a great spot.

    Kathy N.

    We came here during our visit to San jose. Our friend recommended this place that was still open late at night. This place serves good pho and tasted delicious when we came. The spring rolls were not bad. Their menu is long and extensive with many options which I liked. There was vietnamese food, thai food, and some other fushion food as well. You order at the cashier then grab a table. The restaurant is pretty big with long tables. It wasnt packed but it was still full of families and couples after 8pm. I wouldnt mind coming here again when I visit. The portions are very generous.

    54. Banh Canh Thap Cam
    Minjee C.

    Came to pho mai because it was the only spot really open at 2am. You won't miss it because it's decorated with all these bright neon lights. Our food came out pretty fast despite it being surprisingly super busy. Maybe it was from a night of drinking, but this broth healed my soul. I'd totally come back to try their other items. (super extensive menu)

    genuinely wtf! close your goddamn restaurant if this is what you serve!!! i ordered extra large pho dac biet. and this is what you give me??? little to no meat and regular ahh size. gtfo w this bs.

    20. Pho Ga
    Sebastian M.

    I've been coming to Pho Mai since I was 16 and they're still doing their absolute best when it comes to what they have. I am always satisfied when I come here and the food always hits the spot. Monday-Wednesday they're open from 5am-3am and Thursday-Sunday they're open from 8am to 4am. This is the only place that's open with quality food around that time, this is a must go to with fair pricing and great taste!

    Wonton soup with yellow noodles
    Famalele N.

    Once again never fails me!!!!! Must try wonton yellow noodles soup!!!!!!!! Must try open till 3am great to go too after the clubs or a night out.

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    5 months ago

    always an amazing experience i love you pho mai. i'll always come back here. great service and cute ambiance

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    2 months ago

    One of the best! Shrimp cakes, pho really good. Everything I have tried here tastes great. Service is always friendly.

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    Lemonade was awful. Couldn't taste any lemon. Just sugar water. The seafood porridge was ok not great. They are open until 4 am.

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    SJ Eggrolls

    SJ Eggrolls

    4.1(221 reviews)
    8.1 miEast San Jose
    $$
    Family-owned & operated
    Catering service

    I was only in town briefly and had a craving for really good crispy egg rolls -- this place…read moreabsolutely delivered. The pork and shrimp net egg rolls were perfectly crispy and packed with flavor, and the bánh khọt egg rolls were just as amazing. I loved wrapping everything in the fresh greens they provided, dipping each bite into the fish sauce, and adding a little sriracha for extra kick. Yes, the fish sauce smell lingers on your hands, but it's completely worth it because the flavors are incredible. There's plenty of parking since it's located in a strip mall, which made it easy and convenient to visit. If you love crispy-style egg rolls, I highly recommend this spot. I'll definitely be stopping by every time I'm in the area.

    I've been wanting to try SJ eggrolls for a very long time. Ordered , nem nuong, banh khot, and egg…read morerolls. Everything was delicious, even the pairing with the fish sauce and vegetables were fresh and clean. The fish sauce tasted like my mom's homemade fish sauce. My Vietnamese Mom definitely approves SJ eggrolls and even went back and ordered a few more things for my dad a week later. Thank you for having this spot in ESSJ and I'll be back for their catering trays for my next gathering.

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    Tay Ho - 26. Bun Rieu

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    4.2(1k reviews)
    6.3 mi
    $$

    Decided to try something new in the area and can't believe I haven't been here before. Been on the…read morehunt for some good banh canh with light broth and not the thick kind, and it was a delight!! I loved my soup, perfect portion size and flavorful. Not too salty, a bit on the sweeter side. Bun Bo hue was decent, broth is a little lighter than I preferred, not too oily, good flavor! We were so full from our noodles we struggled finishing the banh cuon. Fast service, loved the bell you could ring for quicker service, very nice and modern interior. Everything is very updated, plenty of space and light.

    It's been a few years since I've been back here. In town…read morefor work and no more group dinner. Wanted a quiet evening enjoying Vietnamese food. Not a fan of the parking lot but doable. Went in and he walked me to a table in anew section to the right side. The last time I was here, this section did not exist as it was a separate store. Looks like Tay Ho bought the store next door and the. Knocked down the wall and expanded their restaurant. The whole restaurant is pretty big now A nice selection of items. Food was good. Not great but doable and as there are not of Vietnamese restaurants in the area, this works well. Service was great. Food came out so timely without much wait. Enjoyed my quiet meal tonight.

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    Pho Luc Lac - BBH *drool*

    Pho Luc Lac

    4.5(686 reviews)
    11.4 miCambrian Park
    $$
    Vegetarian friendly
    LGBTQ friendly

    I was trying to find the best place for shaken beef and this has to be my favorite…read more I've ordered to go from here twice. The portion is perfect and the quality is consistent. The meat is so soft (I ask for medium rare) and it's cooked perfectly. It's super easy to eat and the flavor is so yummy. The red rice has a nice flavor and buttery taste to it. One thing I wanted to note is that I asked for no bell peppers and they cooked the onions perfectly. It's soft and pairs so well. I would definitely not ask for the do chua (carrot and daikon) and just sub it for extra lettuce next time. I'm literally craving the shaken beef plate again omg I gotta go back asap! Next time, I definitely want to dine in and try their other menu items as well :)

    If you're anywhere near Branham and Ross seeking Vietnamese , Pho Luc Lac is absolutely worth a…read morestop. My wife and I tried it for the first time, and you can tell right away this place has been around and knows what it's doing. Simple setup; steady crowd even on a Sunday night; always a good sign. I ordered the large chicken pho, and my wife had the chicken fried rice, which she really enjoyed. The pho was excellent; rich, flavorful broth; great noodles; and a portion size that humbled me. I couldn't quite finish it, which doesn't happen often. Only minor note; I would've liked a few more vegetables, but I'm sure they would've brought more if I asked. Service is quick and efficient. Like many traditional pho spots, you eat first, then go up to the register and tell them your table number to pay; seasoned move is to remember your number and handle it like a regular. Five stars from me. I'll definitely be back; next time I've got my eye on the brisket. Honestly, it's tough to find really good pho in this part of San Jose without heading up to North San Jose or Milpitas, but if you're in the Cambrian area, this might be your spot.

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    Shaken Beef with Red Rice (Bo Luc Lac)

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