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    Pho Nina

    4.0 (193 reviews)
    Closed 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    PHO NINA ATMOSPHERE

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    Quiet
    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids

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    Spring rolls
    Wayne H.

    Excellent Vietnamese restaurant with great tasting pho. The broth was very flavorful. There was lots of meat (had the sliced beef and flank). The prices were reasonable and service was great. There is parking lot in the back of the restaurant. Will definitely come back again.

    Irene M.

    Dinner pho real... Nothing beats some pho...well it's mom's favorite as the broth is so aromatic and soothing I thought that Pho Nina would be perfect on a late Sunday night one street parking is easy to find and is free though they do have some parking in the back it was easier to just grab the street parking. You can find them on S King Street across from the Honey Ham Shop or just before Prince Jonah Kushiro Elementary School and inside is quite spacious with three four top tables and four six top tables which can be separated if needed but you can smell the yumminess as soon as you walk in. Mom got the Tofu Veggie Pho medium as I was just having conversation of what size she wants and the gentleman says her medium is enough too much for her but you can have the large...that already had me feeling meh. I got the bbq pork vermicelli with spring rolls since I wanted to try something different from hers but the price is fair and was looking forward to it since it's been awhile. She loved her broth not oily and it was nice and light filled with lots of veggies as for me the raw veggies was hard to eat along with mint mixed in was a challenge on my personal liking but not having water as I tried to pick it out of my teeth wasn't pleasant and the sauce I enjoyed but might be a bit spicy for some so I couldn't offer to mom sadly. The service didn't impress me at all he kept interrupting our conversation for his two cents but as we placed our order the look of disappointment when we declined appetizers wasn't necessary along with asking us if we wanted water or something to drink as we wasn't served water at all throughout the service. He later tried asking us if we wanted dessert the last tapioca which we declined and his mood shifted even more just made me want to leave and it's cash only no card payment.

    the front of a vietnamese restaurant
    Lily F.

    Business is located in my neighborhood. They have couple of tables and have a tv which shows You Tube video. Employee got some tapioca that he shared with his customers. My order was pho with meat which is good on a cold day and tapioca $5.00. They only accept cash for payment.,

    Samantha L.

    I really like the pho broth here. It's clean and comforting, and they cook the noodles perfectly, which I appreciate because I like mine on the firmer side. The satay here is great aswell. The only downside is the meat portion feels a little light, I wish there was more. That said, the restaurant is clean and the service is quick, so overall it's still a solid spot I'd come back to.

    Spring Rolls (Cha gio)
    Harry F.

    Solid little pho spot. The spring rolls were crispy, fresh and pretty tasty. That being said, $15 for spring rolls is a bit much--that's almost as much as a large pho. As for the pho, I really appreciated how much white and green onion they put in. The broth was more flavorful than your typical pho broth, and I think there is more meat in there too. Definitely a more hearty pho than most other places, and one of the best I've had on island. For being a hole-in-the-wall, I was pleasantly surprised by how clean and neat, yet comfortable, the interior was. It was cash only when I went, so I ordered over the phone while I walked about a block away to the ATM at the 7-Eleven. There is metered street parking out front.

    Serena L.

    Clean establishment, food was great and service was friendly. He even shared some fruit with us after our meal! If you like flat egg noodles.. they have it! Spring rolls were great as well.

    Deep fried lemongrass marinated basa rice plate
    Josie K.

    The two times I've been to Pho Nina for dinner was because of my Vietnamese friend, Hana. She's a very good cook and is particularly picky about where she goes for Vietnamese food. We had fried Basa (a farmed raised mild white fish). The portion was generous and the deep fried boneless Basa filet was crispy and piping hot. It was delicious with cucumber and fish sauce. Today, we ordered the Bún Riêu (Vietnamese Crab and Tomato Soup). The broth was light and tasty. Ong Choy was served with the Bún Riêu. The service was great considering it was only one server working and the dining room filled with customers. The dining room is barely decorated and unassuming. Came here for the food and not for the decoration so I was very pleased with my meal.

    Went from best pho in Hawaii to just another average pho restaurant.
    Rekinhsuf Z.

    Soup is back! Noodles, service, broth, you name it, Nina's got your back. Never had an issue with parking in all the years I have patronized this restaurant. The restaurant itself might not be the cleanest or fanciest, but all of that fades away once you have a bowl of pho in front of you.

    Green Papaya Salad with Shrimp (goi du du Tom) & Spring Rolls (Cha gio)
    Shayla B.

    The one of the best hole in the wall Vietnamese restaurant that we've stumbled upon! Service is immaculate & the owner really takes care of his guests. Nothing can compare to a comforting bowl of pho & all the aromatic flavors that occur with each bite is truly unmatched! Honestly, so many great things to say about this business & their food. Nước chấm was super flavorful and you could tell it's homemade. Even if it's blazing outside, I'll surely go back to this place! Solid 10/10! Show the owner some love! Offered to hold our baby so we could eat (wish we took him up on his offer, the food had no match on my appetite!!). We will be back more often!

    Hope C.

    This was one of the best bowls of pho I have had! The broth was so flavorful, the noodles were perfectly chewy, and the soup was served nice and HOT. It was served with a huge plate of bean sprouts, lemons, and herbs. My husband got the shrimp fried rice and really enjoyed it. We started with the spring rolls and those were also great- very crispy and hot. Also the owner was so nice and we had great service! It's a cash only spot so make sure you have some. I'd absolutely recommend this spot to anyone!

    Phở chín nạm bò viên.
    Kathy L.

    Best pho broth and noodles in town. They don't skimp on the fresh herbs/veggies and their service is pretty quick. The restaurant may not look very contemporary and is a bit outdated but that's a mom-n-pop shop for ya. Their lemongrass pork chops are also on point and you get it either as a rice plate or with your vermicelli salad noodle bowl. Storefront/street-side parking can be a bit of a hassle depending on the time of day but always nice to have the back of store lot as a safety net.

    Vegetables
    Sungju K.

    Parking is available in the back of the restaurant. Portion size is okay, I've seen bigger portions for the same price in other parts of town. Plus side - they give you LOTS of veggies! Broth is RICH in flavor, and on the fattier side. We personally really enjoyed it. I would definitely come back and try other things on their menu!

    Small chicken pho
    Rob F.

    Wanted to have lunch at Hana no sato but they were closed. On a side note a friend told me Hana no sato has had limited hours but should be back in full swing at the end of the month. We done down a bit and decided to have pho at Pho Nina. The good thing is they have parking in the back of the building. Definitely a plus I could tell when we got in that the pho was authentic based on the aroma of the restaurant. The inside was a little older but nothing to run down. I ordered my go to chicken pho. Of course had to sample the broth first. The soup was definitely on point. The chicken was a little dry but it was white meat so that was to be expected. I was a bit disappointed in the noodles as they were a bit chewy than I like them (thus the 4 star rating) Probably went go again but that shouldn't stop you from trying. Bac Nam is my "gold standard" I ordered my go to chicken pho.

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    Classic pho restaurant. Pho beef & noodle soup was delicious. Definitely going back again.

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    One of the best pho in town, they always give plenty of vegetables pork chop and summer rolls are good too

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    On a prime location just a short walk from Waikīkī beach you'll find Chef Morimoto's Momosan…read more Parking can be found street side when available however can be tough. Walking is suggested and the primary mode of transportation while in Waikīkī. Must-Do: Sticky Ribs (say yes to the side of rice, thank me later) Ahi Tacos Tonkatsu Ramen Karaage (kids love it too) Sashimi (Hamachi is very nice cut) During different times of the day, you may encounter some wait time to be seated. You'll add yourself to the list. Varying from 20 minutes up to 45 minutes for a party of 4 or more. If you are patient, your tastebuds will certainly be rewarded. Consistency is key and Momosan puts this to practice day in day out. Attentive service, delicious food, great quality and a comfortable cozy dining experience. Outdoor seating allows you to enjoy the beauty of Waikiki beach. 8 years ago I brought my wife to our first taste of Momosan on a date, we were blown away by the flavors, freshness and quality of the ramen, the sashimi and the incomparable Sticky Ribs. Each and every visit has never failed to impress us still. To this day my kids now 12 am 14 years old, have added Momosan to their list of favorite restaurants. Many can try to ie Earls, but none can dethrone(the Iron Chef Morimito-san and his Sticky Ribs

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