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    Pho Namdo

    4.7 (175 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 1 week ago

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    Vietnamese Coffee
    Rufhiline T.

    We were craving some Vietnamese food so I looked up some spots in Woodland. This place is located in the corner facing Pioneer Road, maps were definitely inaccurate! Most of the tables were taken but we were grateful to find a booth to sit in. I want to first mention that the Vietnamese Coffee was so good! My Vietnamese boyfriend said it tasted like how his mom makes it at home. We tried their spring rolls, banh mi, and pho. The spring rolls mostly had cabbage in it with shrimp which was alright but I probably wouldn't order again, I did like the sauce though! The banh mi was also okay, on the dry side but plenty of meat inside! As for the pho we got number one and I'd rate it a 7/10 overall with the size, broth flavor, and the noodles. I did like that they were generous with the meat toppings! Will satisfy your cravings! 4/5 because we waited about 25 minutes to get our bowl of pho :(

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    Ted Q.

    Food was surprisingly tasty. We both ordered pho dac biet, and were pleasantly surprised at how much meat they put in the bowl compared to other pho restaurants in the area, especially considering the $14 price tag. The meatballs were particularly flavorful; usually I find them rubbery and not very tasteful. I just wish they gave options for different sized bowls like other pho restaurants, as I was still hungry afterwards - the bowls feel like a "small" size at other restaurants.

    Combination
    Ann H.

    Not bad for being the first pho establishment in Woodland. The Thai iced tea was just okay. It was overly sweet for my liking. I ordered the combination pho. The broth was flavorful and seasoned nicely. I love that the soup was hot unlike other establishments where it is warm. I assumed the combination consisted of tripe, which is an essential ingredient. I was mildly disappointed, although the brisket made up for it. I love the brisket as it was really tender. I will dine in again during my lunch break to satisfy my pho craving.

    Pho Ga (chicken pho) and Thai Tea

    The chicken pho is really good, i usually don't like getting meats in my pho at other pho restaurants but the chicken here is good, the thai tea is also how i like my thai tea, sweet, but it might be too sweet for people who dont like sweet drinks. The shrimp spring rolls are also so good with the sauce it's served with!

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    Robert V.

    Enjoyed the pho and tea from this spot. Staff was friendly and food was delightful. Costs were reasonable. They gave pretty good setup for to-go orders and it worked out well for the extra soup I got to take home for the family. Location is in the corner and requires you parking behind and walking around. Recommend giving it a try. Ambiance - casual and order at counter setup.

    7. Pho tai chin
    Darlene A.

    My housemate took us to this place, and it really hit the spot! I ordered the #7 pho with steak & brisket, as you can see in the photo, the steak comes slightly rare, which is exactly how it should be. That way, it finishes cooking in the hot broth, keeping it tender rather than tough or overcooked. The broth was super flavorful and rich doesn't taste like those instant bases some places use. You can tell it was made low and slow with real bones and aromatics. Clean, balanced, and not overly salty. If you're looking for legit pho with quality cuts and good broth, this is definitely the place.

    Bbq pork Bao Bun
    John G.

    What a find..... not an easy find!!! On my way to Vacaville from Paradise and needed to charge my car. While car was charging I started looking for places to eat. Go a craving for Pho and a his place was a 3 minute ride away. Once charge was done plugged address into GPS and was on my way. GPS brought me into a parking lot that had a nail salon, pizza place, yoga studio but no Pho Namdo. Turned around and slowly drove the store fronts again. No Pho Namdo. Thought it may have been closed and yelp hadn't been updated. Defeated I left the parking lot through a different exit, ending up behind the stores I had just drove by. Lo and behold there it was on the corner facing the street and not the parking lot. Worth the time it took me to find it. Order at the counter, take your number and have a seat. The staff is friendly and the food outstanding. The Pho broth may have been some of the best I've ever had.

    Hidden gem in woodland tbh. Fire pho I never have anything to complain about. I've been there many time and the service is always amicable. Their Thai tea and Vietnamese coffee is so good, better than most tea/coffee shops tbh. The ambiance is nice, small, and clean.

    Pho Combination
    Mali T.

    This place is so good! You do not need to add anything in your Pho but just the chili oil. Their meat & noodle portions are perfect. They are not cheap with their meet. Price is affordable and service was fast.

    Loren P.

    This is my absolute favorite pho spot in the Woodland/Davis area and I am so happy to support this amazing little mom & pop shop. I have already been to Pho Namdo quite a few times and every single time their pho is a hug in a bowl. This is the kind of pho that feels so homey and the kind of pho that I aspire to make (if I ever do try my hand at it). You can tell the amount of love that is poured into every single bowl. The entrance is a bit hard to find, but follow the mouth-watering smell of boiling broth and look for a tiny sign pointing to a tinted door, and you have arrived at Pho Namdo. I like that you order before you take a seat, and their prices are very reasonable. There is only one size but there is always plenty of meat in your bowl. There are plenty of options to choose from for your meat combos and several appetizers and drinks. Both the Thai tea and Vietnamese coffee are delicious. The herbs are fresh and I like to ask for extra limes to go with my bowl. The chili oil is spicy, so definitely add that if you enjoy adding spice to your pho! Service is always fast and attentive, and there is self-serve ice water at the soda machine. While the restaurant is small, it is cozy and because it is tucked away in the corner of the strip mall, it is a pretty quiet ambiance for you to enjoy your steaming, comforting bowl. I have already brought my husband and introduced some of my friends to Pho Namdo and they have all liked it immensely. Pho Namdo is easily in my top rotation of pho places to visit and I am looking forward to eating there again in 2025 (next year is already only a few days away, crazy)!

    Combination pho
    Chom K.

    We found this restaurant through Yelps while visiting our grand daughter at UC Davis , It's small mom& pop restaurant and food and service was excellent and we're definitely coming back again.

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    The best Pho I've ever had. It's worth the drive if you have to come from out of town

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