Pretty good veggie pho. I think the spring rolls were my favorite though. Great service in a clean, comfortable space. The location is convenient and it was easy to find parking. I mean, what more could I ask for after a long day? read more

Pho Nation - Veggie spring rolls - Vietnamese Near Me - Newark, California

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This seems to be a order at the counter service. After ordering they told us they had water and tea (hot and cold) in the house. Soon after the pho accessories were brought out. I had high expectation due to all of this but sadly I didn't enjoy any of the items we ordered. Here are the details. -Chicken pho: felt very salty rather than "flavor" -Vegetarian pho: of course worse flavor than chicken and that wasn't great either. Lot of mushrooms and sadly I barely ate it. - vegetarian egg rolls: felt very much like meat roll so so we asked worker and they said no it's not at the front desk rather than coming to look. Even if they may be right, I just wanted them to see what I thought. I eat meat and it tasted and felt like meat to me, which wasn't a compliment from a vegetarian that doesn't like the taste of meat. The Thai tea was okay and my partner liked the Vietnamese coffee. read more

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Nice Vietnamese restaurant located in a big plaza. There's plenty of parking which is great. The shop itself is large, clean, and has a good ambiance. For starters, this is a self dine in sort of place where you order up front or via your phone at the table. You have to grab your own water, condiments, etc. Service is pretty fast though but not a typical sit down restaurant. I got the pork chop broken rice plate and unfortunately it did not come with fish sauce. There was fish sauce at the table but it wasn't your typical fish sauce. I practically used half the bottle. The portion and pork chop was good, though. My husband got the pho with beef balls and brisket. It was good portion and the broth was delicious. Overall, I'll be back for fast and convenient Vietnamese food. Great location. read more

Pho Nation - Vietnamese Near Me - Newark, California

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Came in on a Monday night @8pm 3/30/26. Basically you either go to the register and order your food and be seated or you sit yourself and scan a QR code on the napkin dispenser and order from there. Placed my pho dac biet on my phone. Went to the self serve station to grab my drinks (choice of water or tea). The wait wasn't bad to get my food. Each person gets their individual tray of the bean sprouts, basil, lemon, jalapeño that has a small compartment for your dipping sauce which I think is cool! Pho was good but the brisket was a bit chewy. After finishing, moments later I felt there was a bit much of MSG because i usually have an allergic reaction when I consume too much even my husband said he felt it too. Staff just drop your food and leave. You want something you have to come up to the counter like it's a fast food restaurant. I will probably come back only to try their grilled pork rice plate only bc the customer next to my table had it and the smell from the grilled pork was good. read more

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Pho Nation has a great, easy-to-navigate menu--both on the screens and the printed menu, which makes ordering simple and stress-free. The food was delicious, and the service was fantastic from start to finish. Plenty of parking available, and it's conveniently located in the same strip as Ranch 99. Definitely a spot I'll be coming back to! read more

Pho Nation - Vietnamese Near Me - Newark, California

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Pho Nation is one of my favorite local spots when I am in the mood for a quick bite. I have been here a few times and I always leave satisfied. I usually go for the combo rice plate #1. The grilled chicken is juicy, the pork has just the right amount of char, and the shrimp is bouncy and fresh. The veggies on the side are crisp and refreshing, which helps round out the dish. It is a great value and always hits the spot. I have also tried the pho here but it is a little bland for my taste. It is not bad, just a bit underwhelming compared to other places in the area. Because of that, I usually stick with the rice plates which have been consistently flavorful and satisfying. The restaurant is semi self serve. You can order at the counter or by scanning a QR code at your table. There is a water and tea station near the front, and you can grab a seat anywhere. The space is clean and casual, and the minimal interaction is honestly kind of nice. It is perfect for days when you just want to eat in peace without a whole lot of back and forth. Solid place for a quick and filling meal. read more

Okay, so there's a lot to unpack with this one. The first thing I noticed when I walked up was the sign on the door that said "Dine-In Self Ordering." When you walk in, you pick a table and use your phone to order. I was totally fine with that since it gave me the freedom to look at the menu for as long as I wanted. The only downside is that there's really no one to talk to if you have questions. There is a person at the register for to-go orders, but it felt a little awkward standing up to ask. Once we figured it out, we placed our order and waited. A food runner came by to clarify something because I accidentally typed a random word into the notes box, but it was quickly sorted out. We got our food within 10 minutes of ordering. My husband asked for two glasses of water (since that wasn't an option on the ordering system), and the server let us know it was self-serve. I don't mind serving myself, but I do think it's worth noting--since we seated ourselves, ordered ourselves, served our own drinks, and even cleaned up after ourselves, it didn't really feel like traditional table service. The only thing they did was bring out the food, so tipping feels a little different in that setup. Now, onto the food: I ordered the Combo Rice Plate #1. We loved the char and the sauce they used on all three proteins--chicken, pork, and shrimp. Everything was delicious, and the soup that came with the rice was super tasty as well. My husband ordered the #25 Short Ribs Rice Plate. Again, the char and sauce were spot on. He swapped the salad for extra rice, and they were generous with the portion. Overall, the food was a 10/10. We'll definitely be back to order more of their rice plates and to try the vermicelli plates as well. read more

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This is my go to place for Pho and grilled chicken. This place is very nicely decorated , clean and just has that good vibe. Service is also prompt. Their Pho is really nice. I personally like veggie and seafood pho. Today I had grilled chicken rice plate. I love how they grill chicken. Very nicely done. Flavorful. Plate comes with broth , salad , rice and grilled chicken. Quantity is amazing !! Just FYI- they glaze chicken with some sort of BBQ sauce which tastes sweet to me. I think next time I'll skip that sauce. I enjoyed my chicken with lots of hot sauce on the side Overall I love this place and I recommend!!! read more

Pho Nation - 21. Grilled Chicken, Salad & Soup Com ga nuong - Vietnamese Near Me - Newark, California

I love eating at this place due to its ample parking, comfortable seating and huge portions. My last order was the rare steak pho. When the bowl came out, my first thought was, "It's huge!" I confirmed that it was a medium even though it looked like a large. The broth was steaming hot, with ample pieces of beef and a lot of noodles. All the sauces like sirachi are at each table. You can order via the QR code on the table or at the counter. Service is good. The ambience includes ample modern seating with booths and tables which can accommodate larger groups and the dining area is spacious and clean. My other favorite dishes are the bbq chicken with rice noodles and shrimp spring rolls. read more

Pho Nation - Medium pho with rare steak - Vietnamese Near Me - Newark, California

I wish I would've gotten the Bun. Someone got the combo bun and it he meat was delicious. Very well done and had a lot of food. The pho was not good at all. It lacked any depth whatsoever. The service was okay and they were attentive. I don't remember them refilling my drink or checking in, but that's typical of pho places. read more

Pho Nation - 13. HOUSE SPECIAL VERMICELLI | BÚN ĐẶC BIỆT - Vietnamese Near Me - Newark, California

Came here because my usual spot wasn't open. Food was okay. I'm not a fan of the QR ordering and having to pre-tip.

Tramy's was my go-to with the best filet mignon, but it closed forcing me to try new spots. I didn't want to go too far and this is one of two close options. Reviews were good so I felt confident in my decision. I ordered takeout. It's a small restaurant with a few tables. When I arrived it was relatively busy, which I took as a good sign. There were two people at the counter, smiles and friendly. Another good sign. I got home and unpacked the #6, Rare Steak, and all the fixings. And then the disappointment set in with bland broth and tough steak, a sign of a really cheap cut of meat. It was completely inedible. Next! read more

It's a good location with a large space and the staff was nice. The menu sounded good too and I was very interested in trying the pho with the flat noodles. Really wanted to like it, but I couldn't. The pho broth was not there. It didn't even taste like beef broth, I think it was mixed with a soy sauce or something? It's a very very dark color broth. The meat was clumped together, took some effort to separate the meat and push it back down into the broth to cook. Then last but not least, the flat noodles just didn't taste springy and fresh. Just wasn't smooth, more on the doughy side. I would NOT recommend the pho. Maybe the vermicelli or rice plate are better. The drink station was nice though. read more

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Great taste abundance of protein great flavors. Must check out this Pho Restaurant you won't be disappointed! read more

Pho Nation - Vegetable Pho - Vietnamese Near Me - Newark, California

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We have pho chicken and beef combo. Good soup and the right amount of meat. The server was attentive and friendly. The restaurant was clean and good music. read more

What the Pho, yes on all count's food was good service was friendly , for sure will be back

I came by the other day for my pho fix. This place is still amazing. :) Portions were large. Broth was as yummy as I remember! Service was super quick! read more

Pho Nation - 6. Rare Steak Pho Tai - Vietnamese Near Me - Newark, California

I was close by in the area and figured it can't hurt to stop by. I just ordered the number 1 PHO since it seemed like the most popular option. I gotta say, the flavor is great and nothing about It is overpowering. There isn't an excess oil issue, it's good to see they addressed the common overlooked flaw of Pho. For a joint where you pay for yourself prior and eat, the food is well worth read more

Pho Nation - Choice 1 - Vietnamese Near Me - Newark, California

ordered to go and was still yummy and hot ive ordered here numerous times i love the complimentary tea and the thai tea is one of best both there shrimp and chicken pho is good! The chicken meat can be sometimes not so tender. read more

We stopped by here for lunch. I noticed customers can order and pay at the counter first. I decided to order from the QR code on the table. The menu is quite limited. I ordered a medium pho #1. I had to pay right away to place my order. When we requested water and tea, one of the workers informed us that it's complimentary and self serve! The water and tea station was up front by the ordering counter. After waiting about 5 minutes, my pho was served. The soup was piping hot, which helped cooked the rare steak. The pho broth was decent. Overall, pho nation is very clean. Food is decent here, too. read more

Pho Nation delivered a flavorful and satisfying dinner for our family night out. We ordered a variety of shrimp dishes--the Shrimp Plate was fresh and well-seasoned, the Shrimp Pho came steaming hot with a rich, aromatic broth, and the Shrimp Eggrolls were perfectly crisp. The Potstickers added a nice savory touch to round out the meal. The atmosphere was casual and welcoming, making it a great spot to relax and enjoy good food with loved ones. We'll definitely be back! read more

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I think this is the best Pho place in Newark/Fremont. The food here is so tasty, not overly salty like most places. Fresh ingredients. You order at the counter, and then servers bring your food to the table. The restaurant is nice and cozy and clean, which I love. Not too much to it, but if you don't be careful, you will find yourself ordering more than you should. Were we just hungry?. Lol It's definitely my go-to place for Pho. I tried several other places in the area because, at the time, covid was rampant, and Pho nation stayed closed. Once they opened, this was the place to be. Try it, you will love it. read more

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Sorry I live close and have visited a number of times. Last time is the last time. Gf pho was lukewarm. Asked to get it hotter and they returned it microwaved. Lol Tried my pho. Bland af. And finally, what Viet place doesn't make their own nouc mam? Instead u get sweet and sour packets?! Do better. Will try again in a year. Nice service though. read more

This is my go-to spot for pho! I only eat veggie pho, and they've truly perfected it. I've been coming here for years. I'm not sure if they changed ownership recently, but they used to include bok choy in the veggie pho which I loved. It looks like they've switched to broccoli, so please bring the bok choy back! That said, the broth is still incredibly flavorful and hearty for a veggie pho, and I appreciate that they offer different noodle options. The veggie selection overall is great too! Their fruit smoothies are also super tasty. The restaurant itself is clean, welcoming, and really aesthetic. read more

Had to grab some food after a nearby restaurant was closed. Modernly designed interior, order at the front. This restaurant had good service. I ordered Pho Combo #1 but the flavor of the soup was not as good as other ones I've tried. read more

Pho Nation - Vietnamese Near Me - Newark, California

Was really craving pho and decided to try Pho House for the first time and it did not disappoint! The portions are huge and the food is very flavorful. Also tried the thai tea and it was pretty good! Ordering process was easy, you can sit at a table and order/pay from your phone and then they bring the food right to you. Service was fast and restaurant was clean. I will definitely be coming back :) read more

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I would give this place 3.5 stars for taste, service, and vibes. We came in for a quick meal during the week, and there was no wait time at all. You order first at the register and then seat yourself, so it feels more like a casual/take-out joint than a standard restaurant. Utensils and water are also self-serve. Note: the restaurant closes at 8 pm most days. I got the standard pho combo and it came out quickly with all the usual toppings and condiments. The noodles were cooked well, though the broth was a little too salty for my enjoyment. I usually don't add that much lime to my pho but for this dish I had to for balance. The portions were decent; I would have liked a little more noodle in my dish but the meat and veggies were evenly distributed and tasted fine - nothing mind-blowing. I'm curious about their dry noodle dishes so would probably come back to try one, but for pho, there are probably other places that give you more taste for your buck. read more

Pho Nation - Vietnamese Near Me - Newark, California

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Pho Nation is so good! Place is very clean and food is delicious! I recommend getting pho nation combo # 1, yum!! Would come back here again! read more

Good food not great now. When it first opened the food was good and the price though hefty was worth it given the quality and flavor. Fast forward to yesterday I placed an order for spring rolls and pho and the lady on the phone didn't even know what I asked asking for . The spring rolls (#32) on your menu I had to repeat multiple times and she still seemed clueless. I was shocked. It's fine, I think because the phone can be muffled, it's loud in a kitchen, etc. I walk in to check for my order to pay. Say hi to the short little dude with the tattoo'd arms and he looks right at me, no hi or hello, no acknowledgment and walks away. He also carelessly slowly cleans a table while the queue behind me grows. Un-freaking-believable. I cannot Recommend this pho spot any longer. When I want pho, I'll be driving elsewhere for it. Purchase at your own risk. Horrible read more

You know those days when you just want a big bowl of pho? That's what happened. I just wanted some noodles and soup which is rare. Well noodles are getting more attention these days and I always have soup as it's a favorite staple. We were looking for a spot that was on our way home from the city and well Pho Nation was just that spot that was on the way. L O C A T I O N Pho Nation is in the smaller plaza on Jarvis Ave that's just right off the freeway and near Sprouts. There's plenty of parking that's shared with all the shops there. M E N U Basically your typical Vietnamese fare with a focus on pho (of course). We opted to get the #4. Rare Steak & Well Done Briskets Pho Tai Gau and added some beef balls as well as #32. Fresh Shrimp Spring Rolls. We did take all of this to go. They did have tables indoors. The pho was great. Warm flavorful and hit the spot. The spring rolls were just okay. I know it says that it's only shrimp but I kind of wish they had some meat in there as well. S E R V I C E We called in our order and everything went smoothly. Also everything was ready when I went in and paid easily with my credit card. O V E R A L L Nice spot to grab a bowl of pho especially if you're in the Newark/Ardenwood Area. I would probably skip the rolls unless you're feeling rolly or wanting to dip something in peanut sauce. read more

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Favorite food for delivery and pick up. I order the regular Tofu Veggie Pho, Shrimp spring rolls and ice tai tea. The service is always welcoming. The restaurant is clean, with seating. It does get busy on different days and parking is shared with other stores nearby. read more

Pho Nation - Clean space the other side has bigger tables. - Vietnamese Near Me - Newark, California

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Ordered the chicken pho, and the chicken came out chewy and rubbery. I kindly asked the worker if I can order something else instead and the manager told her "no". So if something does not come out what is expected and not edible, you can't get that fixed here. I also asked for a refund instead, and they said no. Manager was not present, and was not willing to talk to me on the phone. And at this place, you pay in advance, so you are locked in after you order your food. I do not recommend this pho place. There are many other pho places in Newark that beats this costumer service and quality of their pho. The one star is only for the sweet girl that helped me and was so nice and was sorry. ZERO starts for this place. read more

Place was pretty empty when I came for lunch. Lots a seating. You order at the counter then find your seats. Ordered regular pho, combo vermicelli. Thai tea and coconut drink, $50! Extra single egg roll was $2.50. Nuoc mam (fish sauce) was at the table so it's self serve which was nice. Food was really tasty! The marinade is really good for their protein. This place doesn't have beef as a meat option. Only pork shrimp and chicken. They only have beef ribs but not beef for your rice or noddles plates. Located in a plaza with lots of other restaurants. And spouts! Plenty of parking. read more

I don't know how worse this place could have gotten but it did. I haven't been here in years and today I returned forgetting that I had been here before to realize that there has been a change in ownership with the same menu. I ordered a #6 Pho Tai and what came out is indescribable. The soup was extra dark and did not even smell like pho. The first spoonful of soup was absolutely horrendous. I could not have been anymore repulsed by the bowl of NOT pho in front me. I feel cheated and insulted that anyone would try to pass this on as pho. The memory of how bad this tasted has solidified this place as a restaurant I would never recommend and am now remembering never to come back to. read more

Still on the search for a really good pho place that makes bun bue hu. The one here is good but broth needs more flavor and less oil. They do give you good portion size and great amount of toppings but I need more flavor for the broth as that's my favorite part. I always end up drinking the broth at the end. I do however like these noddles versus others I have tried in the past and my bf commented that this one does not offer tendon with the combo which is the first since I have been buying this soup at other restaurants. I would probably come back for other items but I'll have to pass on the bun bo hue next time read more

Pho Nation - Bun bue hu - Vietnamese Near Me - Newark, California

Nice ambience, clean tables. You seat yourself and order at the front. They have all the essential condiments, importantly the garlic chili sauce! I had the grilled shrimp with rice salad and soup. The soup was bland and too salty. The salad had no dressing. I also has the grilled chicken vermicelli bun, the chicken was tasty. Overall a good place with simple food. read more

Pho Nation - 24. Grilled Shrimps, Salad & Soup, 14. Grilled Chicken Vermicelli Bun Ga Nuong - Vietnamese Near Me - Newark, California

We've been looking for more local pho places to give us a little break from the usual and found Pho Nation. First of all, I kind of like the idea of paying first. It allows me to finish my food, leave my tip on the table and get up and leave. I also appreciate having to get my own water, because I'm hella thirsty! I'm always so shy asking for water over and over again. My pho was amazing! I loved all the meat in my dish that I ate that first before filling myself with the noodles. My husband got the grilled pork, fried chicken and fried eggroll. The eggroll was for me! It was so good, we had to go back and add an order of eggrolls on the side. We got there a little before the dinner rush so it was nice and quiet, Monday Night Football in the tv with good music. Can't wait to come back! read more

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Came across this pho place near Newark because the interior looks updated. You would be ordering at the counter and they would bring out the food. There is jasmine tea and water on the side self served. Food was good and came out efficient. My friends ordered the beef soup pho while I ordered the vermicelli. I liked my bowl and the fish sauce was a bottle that you can add as much as you want. My friend's pho were ok, a bit too fat and not rare enough in my opinion. The price is a tat higher than a regular pho place. read more

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Giving it 5 stars because everything was fine, service was good, food was decent, the style/decoration inside was nice but besides that not much else stands out about the place. Can't say it's a place I would come back to personally but again the food was decent, nothing wrong with it. But there's nothing bad about the place either which is why I didn't give it 4 stars. read more

This is my go to place for Pho in Newark/Fremont. Best soup, noodles are el dente. They give you the most noodles and proteins in your pho compared to many other restaurants. read more