This was my first Pho experience. We knew we were going to be in Dayton so we were Yelping around to see where we may want to grab a bite and decided on Pho Mi because not only had we both never had Pho (and wanted to try it) but this place had good reviews. The restaurant is nothing fancy, which I kind of like. We were seated right away and offered menus from a very attentive and patient waiter. Since we were unsure of what to order we ordered the appetizer sampler. It was good, I liked the butterfly chicken the best and the shish-kabob I would skip. Next, I ordered Pho Tai, a beef noodle soup, since it was listed as the house special. It was good, but relatively bland. However, this is most likely my fault since I played it so safe in my ordering. My boyfriend, however, was more adventurous and ordered Hu Tieu Tom Thit State, a spicy shrimp and pork state noodle soup. This was spicy!! But really good. I loved the flavor added by the bean sprouts and cilantro they serve with the soup for you to add to your preference. But hands down, the big standout for me was the Vietnamese iced coffee. So wonderful. I have always wanted to try some and was not disappointed. Looking forward to more experiences with Pho. read more

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I dined in the restaurant and service was very good. I'm surprised more people weren't there because everything was excellent! They make their own chili sauce/oil, so that was extra good. I'm glad I added vegetables to the pho, they were fresh and tasty. read more

Pho Mi - Veggie Spring Roll - Vietnamese Near Me - Dayton, Ohio

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Let me start by saying that I dont just love Vietnamese food...I'm obsessed with it! I crave it! I travel for work regularly and have made it my mission to try every Vietnamese place I can find. The time I found my self I. Dayton OH. I got the Pho Tai Bo Vien (beef pho with sliced steak and meatballs), the classic Bahn Mi with bbq pork and liver pate and a Milk Tea Boba. I ordered thru Uber eats this time but the price, before Uber fees and tip was ~$26, which was not bad for the amount of food. Starting with the Pho, even though it was delivered the broth was hot enough to burn my mouth. The broth was not the best I've had but it was not the worst. It was a little too salty for me and a little too fatty cause g a coating in my lips and tongue. But was still full of flavor and aroma. The 2 big lime wedges help cut thru some of the fattiness so that helped a lot. The meatballs were delicious. Great texture and super flavorful. Over all I give the pho a 7.6 out of 10. The Boba Milk Tea was also just ok. I thought it was a bit too sweet and the tapioca pearls were on the mushy side. I'd give it a 6.4 out of 10. Now the Bahn Mi....it was amazing! One of the best I've had. The pork was tender and had a ton of flavor. The plate was rich and creamy and the pickled carrots were just right to cut thru some of the richness. Definitely the highlight of the meal. 9.6 out of 10. Over all, I'd say if you're in the mood for Vietnamese, this would not be a bad place to try. read more

Came here for a late lunch/early dinner about 3-4 pm on a weekday. There were about three other tables during the time I was there. Quick and helpful service to order for a first timer. A nice lady recommended a dish for me that was great. I requested my dish spicy and it did have some heat but never as much as I need. There were reinforcements at the table though. The noodles with chicken and veggies dish was phenomenal!! Great flavors!! It was so huge too that I got three portions out of it. The only thing I would change is the server never came back to check on me or see if I needed anything. That would have been nice. That's the only reason not 5 stars. I will definitely be coming back for takeout and maybe a dine in. I would be a regular for lunch if work was anywhere close. They do have a small beer selection too! read more

Pho Mi - Chicken stir fry with mixed veggies - Vietnamese Near Me - Dayton, Ohio

Heard about this place from friends. Tried it , had the Pho and bahn mi sandwich. Very impressed. The restaurant is very clean, friendly and an extensive menu. I have had great pho from Saigon, and Anchorage, as well as other places in the world. This is in line with those great dishes. I definitely plan on returning soon. read more

For Vietnamese in Ohio, it's fine. My 'brother' is Vietnamese and I've had some amazing food with him. The pho is good and the portions are good for the price. The spring rolls are good. My boyfriend ordered the bahn mi and said it was good. Had a lot of veggies on it. The only thing that I miss is the lettuce that you normally wrap around the egg rolls. I have to ask for lettuce every time. For some reason, every Vietnamese restaurant in Ohio doesn't include it. But they do in other states. read more

Pho's are good, staff is friendly, I recommend this restaurant for some good Vietnamese food at reasonable prices.

Glad to see some vegetarian options on the menu! I had the Hu Tieu Chay Xup & it wasn't too bad! There were plenty of veggies alongside the tofu but the broth was a bit sweet for my taste? Still it was nice to have something hot on a cold day! The place is decently sized & relatively clean! Hopefully I can come back & try some of the banh mi soon! read more

Pho Mi - Vietnamese Near Me - Dayton, Ohio

I get the number 20 pho and it's delicious. Definitely recommend it. Just a little spicy.

New Update. Not sure if new management or chef but the Pho is back to being excellent!

So delicious! We ordered thru DoorDash and I can't wait to eat it again. If you have ever had Pho or wanted to try it, Pho Mi is great! Their broth is perfect, I had sliced chicken and it was plenty for 2 meals. Ordering it carry out got a ton of food, not sure if it's different dining in with bringing broth leftovers home. Tom Thit entree was also good, not spicy at all so we added some hot sauce, but a lot of pork and shrimp. Easily two meals again! Of course had crab rangoons and they were delicious as always, our go to anytime we get carry out. Can't wait to have it again!! read more

Good and filling. But the waitress brought me a Coca-Cola when asked for water (I don't drink soda). Boba tea is spot on though.

Very good food and very friendly staff. I had the chicken Pho and a few spring rolls. It was all fantastic. I can't say enough about how attentive and polite the staff was. My glass was never empty and they were prompt with the food and with the check. Great job Pho Mi Team! read more

It has been a few months since we went to Pho Mi. I was saddened to see that the restaurant was under new management. It still has the same menu, but it is not the same food. I always get the sate with soft egg noodles. Today it was just spaghetti in teriyaki sauce. There was NO spice at all. The shrimp was served with the tail on. The old way was just shrimp without the tail. Good thing I was paying attention. My son ordered fried rice and he basically got steamed rice with rubbery chicken. He ate maybe 3 mouthfuls before he tapped out. The boba tea is now served over ice. So why serve a smoothie over ice? After being given the check, when my card was returned so was another customer's. That did not make me feel good that they had random credit cards floating around the restaurant. If you went to Pho Mi in the past, save yourself the trouble and pass on returning. read more

I could almost eat pho for lunch every day of the week, but was somewhat disappointed with the Dayton area's selection of Vietnamese restaurants and its pho. That is, until I tried Pho Mi. I've been to Pho Mi three times for lunch over the past month and have been very pleased with the results each time. On my first two visits, I had the Pho Dac Biet, the House Special Beef Noodle Soup ($8.25). On my last stop with my parents who were in town visiting, I had the Pho Tai Bo Vien, the Sliced Beef & Beef Meatball Noodle Soup ($7.50) and we shared a grilled pork belly bánh mì with the optional jalapenos and liver pâté ($4.50). On all three occasions, I received a generous-sized bowl of pho with equally generous amounts of meat and noodles. My pho was accompanied by a plate of fresh cilantro, Thai basil, mung bean sprouts, sliced jalapeno, and lime wedges. Most importantly, though, was the broth, which I found to be balanced, clean not oily, and flavorful although not as meaty as I would've liked. Still, it was easily the best all-around bowl of pho in Dayton and for the price, the best value that I've found in Ohio and Indiana, thus far. As for the bánh mì, it was served on a fresh baguette filled with an ample amount of savory pork belly and vegetables. I'm not sure where Pho Mi is getting its baguettes, but while it looked different than other baguettes I've seen used for bánh mì, it had a nice crustiness on the outside with a light airiness within. It was a taste winner and a lot of sandwich for the price. Is Pho Mi the best pho joint that I've ever been to? No. However, it's definitely near the top of my list in terms of all-around quality, taste, service, and value. In a town where chain restaurants are practically the only game in town and ethnic cuisines are frequently "dumbed down" for mass appeal, it's a joy to find a true (I'm assuming) independently owned, family-run restaurant that is offering up a consistently solid dining experience. I highly recommend Pho Mi. read more

Pho Mi - Sliced Beef & Beef Noodle Soup - Vietnamese Near Me - Dayton, Ohio

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Bottom line: Not the best banh mi in the world, but definitely the best in Dayton. Since I've recently traveled to San Francisco, I cannot say they were the best banh mi sandwiches (see photo) I've ever had, but they are the best in this area. They offer a good deal that includes one banh mi sandwich, one side dish (spring or summer roll), and a drink for around $7-8. They offer pate on the sandwiches as well which makes this a legitimate Viet restaurant in my book. Looking forward to reviewing the pho on my next visit. read more

Pho Mi - Bánh mi pork sandwich. - Vietnamese Near Me - Dayton, Ohio

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Absolutely love the food here. This is my third time visiting in about a month. Unfortunately, today when I visited I ordered the salt and pepper fish which is displayed at $13.95. When the waitress brought the check to me it also said $13.95 on it. When she charged my card however, it was charged for $17.15. I immediately went to the counter to let her know of the discrepancy. The waitress then said the price has changed and that the price on the wall was from last year. She also showed me another price on the wall - which was different, but still not $17.15. She said that it was because of tax, but the other price on the wall was $14.95 so with Ohio tax at 7.25 percent it still would have only come to $16.03. Both the waitress and the manager just kept saying the price has increased and that they told the owner to change the signs but they would not do anything to correct it. I informed them before leaving that I would be posting a review to make sure that people were aware before they visit that the prices posted may or may not be the actual price they pay. They seemed un phased by this, however. Either way, There is still a small possibility I will return at a later date because the food is exceptional and the quality is superior, but I will be sure to ask the price up front and will not be paying with a card. read more

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I have not tried the Banh Mi. Having said that, I did try all their pho, a spicy seafood noodle soup, some breaded shrimp appetizer, the bubble tea, the cha cha banana, the summer rolls, and more I can't remember at the moment. Anytime I need a Pho fix in Dayton, this is where I head. I love it. The atmosphere is on point, the food is delicious and filling, and the owners and waiters are EXTREMELY nice. They check up an adequate amount of times and are polite. I'm a standard Chicken Pho kind of girl, and I thought it was good for the price, and the servings are huge. The summer rolls are pretty basic, but they are among the best I've had. The shrimp fritters (I forgot what they were really called) were alright...I would skip them. My BF got this really good, really spicy lemongrass and shrimp noodle dish once though, and that was AMAZING. Bubble tea is great. The chacha banana dessert is also yummy, and it comes with ice cream. I'm Filipino, so it reminded me of a similar dessert in my culture called banana lumpia. Overall, love this place. I will keep going and going and going :) read more

Pho Mi - The S.O. getting his pho fix - Vietnamese Near Me - Dayton, Ohio

Not the best Vietnamese food, but the service is sweet and great. This is one of the few restaurants that also serves Banh Mi (Viet subs). However, you have to get it with the pate. I appreciate that they have combos with fresh summer rolls, fried spring rolls, or wonton soup. The pork chops are huge, but bland - it's not an authetic Vietnamese flavored pork chop and dry. Bigger is not better. All and all - I probably won't go back unless I am really craving a Banh Mi. So, if you had Vietnamese food before from the West or East coast, I would pass. read more

Pretty good place. After having been to both Saigon Vietnam and orange county California my standards are a bit high but for a Vietnamese place in the Midwest they have done a fine job. The interior is a bit vanilla for my taste but I understand they haven't been open that long. Maybe they will put an LCD on the wall and play Paris by night for that true Vietnamese feel. The food was good although a bit bland by my standards. We had the 89 and 90 and wish they had been served with pickled vegetables (carrot,cucumber, etc) The service was very good. Two teenagers and an older women who were all very kind and attentive. Overall a really good place to catch a bite. read more

Pho Mi - Pork chop rice and egg - Vietnamese Near Me - Dayton, Ohio

Did this place get new management? The food used to be pretty good! Last time I went, I drank my boba in like one sip lol. I also ordered lemongrass pork chop and chicken with rice and it only came with pork. The broth used to be really good too! But now it's really bad. It makes me so so so so sad that this is the only pho place near here. read more

Staff is always so nice and the food is amazing. It's super quiet and is always clean.

The best Pho establishment in our area hands-down! My favorite is the house special beef noodle soup. Their portions are huge and I feel great after the meal. Their spring rolls go great with the soup. Their Mango boba tea is excellent. Dine in is some what small but service is always great!! read more

This place is a mix. The servers are fantastic - very warm, friendly & helpful. The eating area is cozy and clean. The service is efficient; food comes out very quickly. The menu has a lot of options. We thoroughly enjoyed the sweet & sour chicken soup. The Mi Ga was full of noodles, and came accompanied by very fresh herbs & veggies, however the broth was not very flavorful & had a burned smell. The chicken was unnaturally white, and had a strange flakey texture. I actually thought the meat was fish until I tried it. It was definitely not the best I've had. The chicken fried rice tasted and smelled strongly of sesame oil. I'm curious to try the other options here, as it is clear they are trying to do a good job. The place was very busy, & based upon other reviews we should be able to find things that are exceptionally good. Next stop in we'll try a Banh Mi. read more

Nice casual atmosphere and great service! We had two servers that worked very well together and they were attentive to our needs. Ordered the lemongrass beef vermicelli noodle bowl which was just okay. The beef was seasoned well but could've been cooked more or grilled instead. The spring rolls tasted fresh and I also tried the taro flavored milk tea which you could also get frozen and it was so good! Will be back to try something else for sure! read more

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Since this restaurant changed owners recently the food does not meet the great flavors that the past restaurant offered. I will not be going back anytime soon. Sad read more

As a pho obsessive and a big fan of Vietnamese food in general, I think it's great that this cuisine is becoming more and more widespread in this country. And because it's still one of the least Americanized Asian cuisines, it's worth trying just about anywhere, even deep in the Midwest or South. Pho Mi is located just south of the Dayton Mall in what appears to be a former Tex-Mex restaurant, on a somewhat seedy block featuring a liquor store next door and, while we were there, a large young group at a bus stop across the street that looked like they might segue into a street party (or brawl), and lone pedestrians seemingly wandering aimlessly about. In Vietnamese-heavy and largely rough-and-tough towns like Houston and New Orleans, such a dubious setting is often very promising food-wise. But Pho Mi doesn't do much to distinguish itself. The pho broth was pretty lackluster, with pale color and little beefiness to the stock and not much in the way of seasoning. The beef itself was a bit overcooked on arrival. Lots of noodles, though, so very filling. And Pho Mi is very generous with fresh herbs, sprouts, and jalapenos. Cafe sua da was served pre-prepared, which I think robs the drink a bit of its bold coffee taste. Overall, a better lunch stop for the money than we could have gotten elsewhere in the vicinity, and probably an even better deal at dinnertime. P.S. Vietnamese restaurants often have entertaining and/or amusing music. This time: A 21st century Vietnamese pop duet that was pretty much a ripoff of Kraftwerk's "The Model." read more

I had dinner there last night and it was OK. Had the #3 Bi Quon shredded pork rice paper summer roll for an appetizer, and it was OK...a little tough and chewy though. And enjoyed the #22 Pho Dac Biet House Special Combo Beef Soup as the main course, and wasn't bad at all. Probably the most beef I've found in any Pho soup I've had in years. But the broth was a little off...still tasted good and I ate the whole thing! Wish I had more bean sprouts, but I did ask for more of the sliced HOT green peppers, and they were great. Had a Tsing Tao beer, and that washed it all down! Probably will go back...as this may be the only game in town. ;-) read more

Amazing!!! Wish I could give it 10 stars! The food is fresh and richly flavored, and the portion sizes are HUGE! Stopping here was a last minute decision, but we are already planning our return trip! read more

I've been to Pho Mi twice now, and I think it's safe to say that the food is excellent. I don't remember ever having had more flavorful broths, and for your money, you get enormous portions. I haven't been able to finish a bowl of their soup at one sitting yet. Their beverage-refilling could use some work, but the wait-staff is friendly and eager to please. The tables have always been clean, and we didn't have to wait long at all for our orders to arrive. No free appetizers are provided. For some reason they were playing country music on our second visit, but the volume wasn't too objectionable. read more

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Being from Hawaii, and living in L.A., I've tried many a Vietnamese restaurants. 5 stars for the nice owner, 3 stars for the food. The broth isn't bad for the pho, and price is very reasonable. The broth itself is not as rich as others I've tried (which would come with more variety of meats like brisket, tendon, tripe, etc). However, the sliced meat was pretty tasty with a sliver of tendon attached. The summer roll itself is was a bit soggy, I think the wrap was just left in water a bit too long, prob by accident. I prefer my rolls eaten with peanut sauce as opposed to vinegar chili sauce. The banh mi was pretty good, I had the bbq pork. My husband really liked it. The Thai iced tea boba was waaaay too sweet. I won't be ordering it again. All in all, it was an ok experience, the owner is super nice so really hate to disappoint him, but I need to be honest. I would go back again just for the the banh mi. read more

This was our first time here - the pho was plentiful and tasty! One of the better I've had and the prices are very reasonable. We'll be back! read more

Pho Mi - Vietnamese Near Me - Dayton, Ohio

I'm not really the one to ask about Vietnamese food because this was my first time eating pho. Although, my initial reaction was that it was pretty good. To start, we ordered cokes. Something unique about this restaurant is they gave us 20 ounce bottles of coke with cups of ice. That's pretty generous. Each coca cola product will cost you $1.95. Next, we ordered shrimp spring rolls. These are the only Vietnamese food I have experience with. The rolls were a bit chewy, but had a nice taste to them. What I found interesting was, right under the shrimp, was a strip of meat. The cilantro was strong, but not over powering. Also, I loved the peanut sauce. Each summer roll will cost you $1.50. For the main entree, I order the sliced beef pho. The soup was not super hot, but it wasn't cold either. The noodles were soft, but it didn't seem like they were all from the same package. Some were wide and others were thin. The beef was a bit tough, but there was a lot in the dish. Overall, it needed to be a bit more salty and hot. This dish will cost you $7.50. Overalls, I recommend this place if you are looking for a nice Vietnamese lunch or dinner. read more

Pho Mi - Sliced Beef Pho - Vietnamese Near Me - Dayton, Ohio

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Best Pho in the area & great customer service! The food is fresh & of high quality!!!

Great Pho. If you have a sore throat, this is the place to come. Hot pho, fresh herbs, and quick service. My tip: skip the spring rolls. They're only so-so. Go straight for an entree, and you'll love every bite. read more

Pho Mi - Rice noodle dish - Vietnamese Near Me - Dayton, Ohio

I like this restaurant-- I truly do. The trouble is, Dayton has several delicious Vietnamese restaurants-- not as many as California, but we do alright. I loved the crab Rangoon. It was deliciously fried and delightfully crispy. The summer shrimp roll is good and a great way to start the meal-- so fresh and light. Is it the best summer roll in Dayton, though? I'm afraid not. I wasn't floored with the vermicelli and spring roll salad, however. Again, I think the bar has been raised by other competitors in the area. All this being said, I will keep coming back because the prices are great, the food is fresh, the service is great, and in the dead of winter, a hot steaming bowl of Pho can't be beat! Support local businesses! read more

I came here with my parents on a weeknight, and the restaurant was packed. We ordered the Goi Ga (chicken salad) as an appetizer, lemongrass chicken vermicelli noodle, stir fried squid, and fish. The best dish was easily the chicken salad, which was fresh and came with shrimp crackers. We were all disappointed with the rest of the items, as the noodles, squid, and fish were not flavorful at all. Also, we had to ask for rice on the side which I thought was really really weird. Compared to other Vietnamese restaurants, the food here is not very authentic. The service was good but it took a long time for our food to come out - we will not be back here in the future, but it is nice to see a Vietnamese place in the Dayton area. read more

Solid Vietnamese food. Everything was great from the tea and appetizers to the taro bubble tea at the end. Actually I would go so far as to say that was the best bubble tea I've had in Ohio. We'll definitely be back! read more

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this used to be the best pho in town. Now under new management/ owner. Different pho recipes. Not as good. Looking for better recommendations. Food is terrible now read more

The mixed vegetable and tofu stir fry was delicious. Many vegetarian items on the menu. The lemongrass sauce with the stir fry was a great pairing. Food came out hot and service was good. Basic decor but comfortable and clean. Would not have tried this except for the positive Yelp reviews. Thanks everyone! read more

Pho Mi - Vietnamese Near Me - Dayton, Ohio