Fantastic family restaurant. Always on point Pho. Been going there for over a decade and always consistently great

As I headed out on the road North up I-77 back to Virginia - I was craving Pho, I found Pho Nam using Yelp. Beware, the GPS directions are wrong - the Maps App wanted to direct me down Nautical Drive to get there - Nautical Drive is part of a residential area directly adjacent to the small retail complex in which Pho Nam is located - which is off of Catawba Avenue - not Nautical Drive! It was after the lunch rush when I arrived - about 3:00 pm so the restaurant was empty. I grabbed a table and the two gentleman working were very helpful. I asked whether their Pho Ga was made with a chicken broth or a beef broth. He advised it was a beef broth - but reiterated that it was very good because they cook it a long time - he made this point several times. So I opted to try their Pho Ga with beef broth. The soup came out quickly, along with the plate of aromatics: everything was fresh - bean sprouts, basil, Jalapeños, and lime. I tasted the broth before adding anything - I was not a fan of the broth. I then added the aromatics - which made it somewhat better. The chicken was very tender, the noodles were not clumped and the broth was steaming. I added my usual doses of Sriracha sauce to bites as I worked my way through the bowl. I also added a good bit of Sriracha sauce to the broth to kick it up a bit. I prefer Pho Ga to be served with a chicken broth. I advised the gentlemen that I thought their Pho Ga would be better if they switched to a chicken broth. The smiled and told me their beef broth is very good. Overall, a nice little neighborhood joint, if I was back in the area I'd probably try it again for a beef Pho. The folks working here are very nice read more

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Good stuff. They are known for their soup, but I went with the chicken and rice. Also had a small soup on the side. Here's a breakdown: Chicken: 4 Rice: 5 Soup: 5 Customer Service: 5 Cleanliness: 4 Atmosphere: 4.5 - This depends on what your'e looking for. If you want something fancy, it's not for you. If you want something genuine, it's for you. I still have to try the steak, but a 5 overall for now. read more

Every time we go into this place, the service is wonderful and the food is excellent! I have not had anything I haven't liked, and the food is consistent. This is our go to Pho place! read more

Pho Nam - Vietnamese Near Me - Cornelius, North Carolina

Excellent find of you are like me and love pho joints. Great fast service, pricing is very fair and I will return driving by 2 other pho places. Yummy. read more

Pho Nam - Pho with rare beef - Vietnamese Near Me - Cornelius, North Carolina

Driving by was surprised to see this place. Open sign on was super happy and in need of a snack. Order was for two shrimp rolls (rice paper). The guy behind the counter seemed shocked asking if "that's it"? Then when payment was being made wanted cash over card. Walking around an empty dinning room had time to watch what was going on in the kitchen. Two men were preparing food with No Gloves On. The guy behind the counter go's into the kitchen and starts to make my order? Uhm excuse me? No hand washing, no gloves. Order cancelled and left grossed out. read more

Best Pho in north of Charlotte, great customer service and dank Thai iced coffee. Always a recommendation

I have stopped at Pho-Nam twice now and enjoyed each visit! Good pho and good rice dishes. Prices are reasonable and service is quick. There is nothing incredible about Pho-Nam, but there is absolutely nothing wrong with it. It has become my go to lunch stop for the Cornelius area. read more

It was ok, the broth was very mild. The setting is super nice and new but I will go to Pho Cal down the road. Much better broth

I love this place! I frequent it to get Pho for takeout. The soup here is so fragrant and flavorful. Also, the portions are impressive. I always feel full and happy after eating a meal from here! I love how they pack out the noodles and soup in separate containers and bag up the toppings for you. The staff is probably the most wonderful part. They are nice and remember regular customers, which I am unashamed to say I am. read more

Delicious pho here - broth is spot on, good portion size and lots of meat. We had the beef ball pho, triple meat pho and Korean rib plate which comes with rice, small salad and a bowl of pho broth. Service is excellent and fast. read more

Pho Nam - Beef ball pho. Lots of meatballs. - Vietnamese Near Me - Cornelius, North Carolina

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First I will share that I am Vietnamese from the Bay Area of California. My family and I have been dining at Pho Nam since it opened. We have watched one anther's children grow, as well as the business. It is simple, home style Vietnamese cooking. No gimmicks. Simple, comfort food for this girl miles away from her Viet family...specifically Mom! The owner, John, will always greet you with a warm welcome and instantly make you feel at home. He will remember you each time you return and make you feel like you are part of his family. The day I leave the Lake Norman area I will be sad for this will be the spot I miss the most. So many memories. So much laughter. So much good, home food...it's not the place for foodies who need fancy cooking terms and special effects. It's the place for family. BTW....The Spicy Beef Soup is my favorite, prepare for clean sinuses. And if you have never had Banh Xiao... YES! read more

Great food. Love the chicken Pho and Basil Fried rice . Definitely recommend . Looking forward to trying other things in the menu.

The pho soup is the best pho shrimp is my fav but I just had the chicken and that was fantastic

Tried this location for first time; very good experience. Food was seasoned properly with large portions. The Pho was really good. I would recommend to any who is nearby to try out. read more

We finally got the chance to try this restaurant after countless recommendations from local vietnamese and it did not disappoint. The flavor was spot on and is the most accurate vietnamese flavors. I can honestly say this is by far the best vietnamese restaurant in the area. Do not let the pictures of the restaurant and location deter you. Seek it out and try it. You will not be disappointed. read more

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Quick recap: if you want the best pho you come here. Not a big location and nothing fancy, just good food and fast service. Highly recommend this place if you want to try out high quality Vietnamese food. I usually get the regular Pho, but the shrimp rolls and the chicken and rice are on point as well. Make sure to ask for the chilli oil for your food as it will take it to the next level. Extremely friendly and all around great joint. Cannot recommend enough. read more

The pho is fantastic! The broth is tasty and the meat cuts were very good. The ratio of broth to meat to noodles was spot on. Very clean and service was quick and friendly. This is def my fav pho spot in the area. read more

Inside looks a bit grimey, but the food is delicious! It's the best pho in the Mooresville area! Get the special pho and ask for nuoc beo. Nuoc beo is beef fat if you're into that. It makes your broth extra rich. read more

Best Pho in the area and the family is extremely welcoming. Great food and great service every time. I've moved away and every time I'm in town I ensure to come by. Place is unassuming but fantastic. read more

It's a small restaurant, so the quiet atmosphere was nice and provided quick service. Pros: Seated immediately and the food was served soon after ordering. Also when you leave you can take a cold bottle of water for free (funny alternative to a mint or candy lol). Cons: The menu provided on this Yelp page is incorrect. I went in expecting the pho to be only $6.95, but it's actually $8.95 for the simpler pho varieties and then $9.95 for pho dac biet (the one with many different meat types). So... I'm pretty disappointed by the misleading advertisement, but I guess I should've known that it was too cheap/good to be true. I'm not sure if this is an issue caused by Yelp or the business. In the end, it's really just like any other pho restaurant in terms of price and taste. Not bad but not special enough that I'd return often (I'm from Southeast Charlotte and visit the Lake Norman area occasionally). But if you're close by and craving pho, this is a good place. read more

Pho Nam - Pho Dac Biet (with toppings and a lot of sriracha) - Vietnamese Near Me - Cornelius, North Carolina

They closes at 2:00 pm, not 2:30 pm. We came in at 2:05 pm and they will only let us have to go. So we have to eat in the car. read more

Pho Nam - Vietnamese Near Me - Cornelius, North Carolina

Really good Pho. Ordered the rare beef. Broth is flavorful. Service is very fast and friendly. read more

Pho Nam - Beer and wine menu - Vietnamese Near Me - Cornelius, North Carolina

I love this place! I've been here twice and my trip today (8/21) was awesome! The Pho Tai is amazing. The broth is so, so flavorful and the garnishes are very fresh! I can't stop thinking about it. I can't wait to try more of their dishes. If you want good Pho, go here! The owner is super sweet as well. He let me and my friend have free drinks from the fridge (he lets everyone--but it's still very generous) and he also gave me extra noodles and broth to take home for free :) read more

Pho Nam - Mmm! Pho Tai! Incredibly delicious! - Vietnamese Near Me - Cornelius, North Carolina

When you are looking for good quality Pho...pho nam is the place to go. It's small and much like an "off the beaten path" type of spot. Def fam owned and operated. The food is consistently delicious and a pure treat! To me, the best broth makes the best Pho and this place has it down perfect. I try to make it to this place at least a few times a month. I've even found myself here a few times a week when the craving is strong. read more

Overall, our dish was fresh and full of flavor. Our meals arrived fast and we were satisfied with what we ordered. I also enjoyed the spring roll with the peanut sauce. My chicken pho bowl was so much better with the fish sauce added. We will return and try other dishes! read more

This little tucked-away restaurant is wonderful! We tried lots of dishes and were thrilled with them all. The food is perfect - in taste, seasoning, and presentation. The service is also excellent, and the entire atmosphere is very welcoming. I can't wait to go back - and I'm proud to give them my highest recommendation. I don't think you can go wrong here!! As an earlier reviewer said, the restaurant is unassuming, but fantastic - and well worth your time to visit. You won't be disappointed! read more

It was the tofu pho for me! I wasn't in the mood for anything too heavy, so this fried tofu pho was an instant pick me up. Even during the usual lunchtime rush, we were seated promptly and didn't wait long to receive our order. I'm hoping to have the opportunity to really explore more of their menu in the future. read more

There are not that many Vietnamese restaurants here in the Cornelius area. Usually, there are more Sushi and Chinese restaurants. We ordered 2 Rare Beef with Rice Noodle Soup. The soup is scrumptious. Love the noodles. Even though it was rare beef, the beef is totally cooked after a while. We were so hungry after the soup that we also ordered a rice dish. The Grilled Pork rice dish was a tad too sweet. Will stick with the Pho the next time around. read more

This is the best Pho restaurant in town! I love their pho ga and I get it every single time. Very generous portion sizes and the staff is so friendly! Every time I come, they offer me a free drink and thank me for my business and wish me a good day. The restaurant is always extremely clean and tidy. I always feel so welcomed at Pho Nam and it is safe to say, I'll be back once a week, forever. You can trust that Pho from Pho Nam will satisfy you (and beyond) every single time. read more

Pho Nam - Pho Ga (no veggies added yet) - Vietnamese Near Me - Cornelius, North Carolina

Pho bam always delivers quality food. Local and authentic great quiet location. You should try if you haven't. Pleasant staff

Not our first time here. Just a new account. Great people. Family owned and ran. Food is suburb and always tasty. Will return as often as we can. Ole read more

Pho Nam - Vietnamese Near Me - Cornelius, North Carolina

Ordered well cooked meat pho with extra meat. I'm glad I ordered extra meat, because it still wasn't very much. I thought the broth was very salty, and not as flavorful as I would like. Overall, the pho was okay. I do think it's better than nearby pho places. However, it's not the best pho I've ever had. read more

Pho Nam - Well Cooked Beef With Rice Noodle Soup - Vietnamese Near Me - Cornelius, North Carolina

Pho-nomenal! We came here to check out a local pho spot on a Saturday night and this place definitely did not disappoint! Service was awesome and the pho was very authentic and delicious! The appetizers we got were really good too! Also I could not believe the price of the food as well, exceptional food and a reasonable price can't beat that! Highly recommended! read more

Simple & Delicious. This is definitely a family establishment operated by a family who pours their hearts into being Lake Norman's go to place for Pho and Vietnamese cuisine. If you want your food made a certain way, just ask and they'll take care of you. No doubt you'll find something on the menu for everyone at your table. read more

Pho Nam - Rare beef and meatball pho. - Vietnamese Near Me - Cornelius, North Carolina

Spring rolls were great. Pho broth was thin but overall was okay. Pho condiments were provided when asked for instead of available on the tables. Papaya salad dressing was flavorless and their garnish choice was odd. Lemongrass chicken was disappointing because I tasted no Lemongrass. None. It was all sweet peanut (tasty) sauce. The fish sauce dressing for the raw veggies was rancid smelling and tasted like dirty gym socks. For our next pho trip we will go to Charlotte and deal with the traffic on I77 instead of returning. read more

To start, I'm VN so I know my pho. For those who can't cook this type of cuisine, this place is deliciously authentic. For those who can cook this food, it's not your mommas but it comes pretty close. The staff is super efficient, friendly and humble. The pho broth is clear and delicious with good serving sizes. I actually had a rice dish with pork, shrimp and a fried egg. It was humbly simple and flavorful. I almost felt like I was home and my dad had just cooked it for me. Definitely stop by here to satisfy your needs for some VN home cooking. read more

Food was excellent and fairly clean priced. They were kind enough to offer a free beverage as well! I will return for sure!!

My first time having Pho! Went with some friends, none of us had visited this restaurant before, but we will ALL be back. The pho was wonderful, the ingredients were clearly fresh. We had two appetizers that were both great. Service was great. The atmosphere and decorations could use an update, but the food over shadows any aesthetic flaw! The owner was the SWEETEST man on planet earth! We love Pho Nam!! read more

Pho Nam - Vietnamese Near Me - Cornelius, North Carolina

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I tried this place a long time ago (maybe 3/4 years ago) and the owner and his daughter were incredibly friendly. The customer service was unbeatable, they even offered us complimentary drinks. However, I wasn't so impressed by the food. I got the chicken pho and asked for veggies in it. I was told they didn't have veggies like broccoli and carrots to add to my soup. So, sadly, I didn't return. Fast forward to tonight and I was craving pho. I drive by this place all the time and finally decided it might be time to give it another shot...I'm so glad I did! The customer service was still top notch, still got a complimentary drink, but this time I got the well-done beef pho and they had the veggies to add AND the food was perfect! It was flavorful and hearty and totally hit the spot. Plus, maybe the best part, it was only around $7! A deal that's impossible to beat. Can't wait to try it again! read more