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    Pho On California

    4.1 (282 reviews)
    ModerateVietnamese, Noodles
    Closed 11:00 am - 8:30 pm

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    PHO ON CALIFORNIA ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Intimate
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups

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    Menu 1/2
    Nikole M.

    This is honestly the best Pho I've had.. The broth is very flavorful and I really appreciate that the chicken skin isn't included in their soup. They also have all of the fresh toppings on the side. I usually order the Pho Ga and have loved it every time. I sometimes get the beef banh mi which is also very good and eat it with the soup. I've eaten in the restaurant a couple of times but usually get it to go. The service is always pretty quick and they're nice and helpful whether you dine in or not.

    #14 Pho Khong with beef broth
    Renee D.

    Earlier today I had to make a stop in this shopping center. There was a distinct aroma in the air of something absolutely delicious that caught my attention. My nose sussed it out, and literally lead me by the nose to Pho on California. It was mid day and I was in my groove, but grabbed my phone and bookmarked it on Yelp. As I went about my day, my mind was still pondering the fragrant aroma of the broth, a slightly sweet smell and layered notes promising a delight to the tastebuds. Returned home I announced "Soup for dinner!" In a large stock pot I put an assortment of veggies to simmer in bone broth. I had viewed the menu via Yelp and knew I wanted to go back and get their broth and noodles. #14 on the menu. You know how when you cook for yourself everything, no matter how good, tastes as would be expected. By adding the $12 of broth and noodles we are going to have two hearty nights of dinner that are definitely a notch above in flavor. 5 stars for my delicious to go order was ready by the time I hit the Yelp check in button! I am excited to return for a dine-in experience soon and will order plenty to-go to jazz up my epicurean adventures at home.

    Chicken wings
    Thuy L.

    The pho broth was delicious. I really appreciated that when the pho came out, the broth was piping hot . I really don't like when some restaurants bring it out and the broth is only lukewarm. The egg rolls and chicken wings were also tasty. If I'm in the area again, I will definitely be back.

    Short rib combination pho
    Sammy L.

    First time visitor and thought the short rib combination pho was so good! They were very generous with their meats that I actually wanted more noodles lol The meat and noodle ratio was a bit off because of that lol but the meat was very tender, especially the short rib. The broth was just the tiniest bit salty but that's probably because we went right before closing (sorry and thank you to the staff for serving us!!) and the broth was cooking all day. The staff were friendly and accommodating. The thai tea was good too. Thank you - will definitely come back for the short rib pho!

    Tiffany T.

    Now that I've tried more options on their menu, I am even more enamored. You won't regret it! Every item on their menu is made with love and full of flavor, with reasonable prices, and sweet staff.

    Therese G.

    So happy to find Pho on California. Delicious everything from the pho to bun to bahn mi and drinks too! The Vietnamese Coffee is drip drip fresh!!! Service is quick and friendly and the restaurant was packed for lunch!

    Short rib combo with bok choy (extra).
    Leo C.

    Solid Pho Place! Been here a few times and the experience is always pleasant. We discovered it last year while visiting family across the street at Huntington Memorial Hospital. They're located in Vons Shopping plaza. Staff is quick and efficient, perfect for quick bite. The space is small and can get crowded on busy days. Though they have outdoor seating, it's limited to 3 small tables. Prices are reasonable and decent size portions. The pho here is terrific. We got chicken and short rib combo (short rib, brisket and rare steak). Both broths were flavorful and on point. Noodles are more on thinner side, very well prepared and just right. Hardly needed any utensils for short rib, it was fall off the bone tender. Only complaint is there skimpy on bean sprouts, jalapeno and lime. It would have been nice to have more veggies. We also tried pork egg rolls which were good. Definitely recommend if you're in the area.

    Spring rolls with shrimp, peanut sauce, and thai tea

    I cannot stop coming to this place!! The food is addictingly good, if I only had $25 to my name I would spend it HERE no doubt. I am always satisfied with the taste and amount of food, because it is SO DELICIOUS and the portions are SO generous!!! I definitely recommend it, the staff are really friendly and helpful when you can't remember a menu name, and the restaurant has peaceful and warm local vibes which makes you feel comfortable the whole time :)) Genuinely one of my favorites and I would so so so totally recommend I hope it goes famous so everyone can enjoy the BEST PHO EVER

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    I wish they had a bigger bowl. The place is a little small the bowl is a little small but the food is good.

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    The brisket pho and short rib pho mild spicy were both really tasty. Sat outside and service was fine. I will definitely come back!

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    Ordered take out and the food was very good. The portions were large and it was ready when they said it would be.

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    3.3(598 reviews)
    2.1 mi
    $$

    Pho Banh Mi Che Cali is located at 1425 East Colorado Boulevard, Pasadena California. It is located…read moredirectly across the street from Pasadena City College. This is a very nice place to stop in and have a great lunch or dinner. Traditional Vietnamese food is their specialty. The foods are made from family recipes. Close attention is paid to preparation and flavor. The staff is very friendly and helpful. I needed extra explanations on some of the items and they were eager to accommodate my requests. I decided to try a soup and sandwich type of meal. For the soup portion I decided on the Special Pho Combination. For the sandwich Ham and Meatloaf. I sat down and waited for my order to be completed. After a short wait my order was ready and I was on my way home. When I unpacked my food I was impressed that everything was individually wrapped and placed carefully in the bag. Every ingredient of the soup had an individual wrapping. I was impressed by how much broth was given to put together my soup. I found the perfect bowl in my cabinet and combined all of the individual ingredients. They were all very fresh. The soup had a nice aroma as I warmed up the soup. The sandwich was ready to go and after the first couple of bites I was happy with my Ham and Meatloaf combination. Very impressed with the spice and flavor. This location has great parking. As well as a nice outside patio to compliment the tables that are located on the inside. The music coming through the speakers added to the ambience. I look forward to coming back and trying some of the other Vietnamese special foods on the menu.

    Yikes! While this location is conveniently located across the street from Pasadena City College,…read moreit's not a restaurant I would gravitate towards anytime soon. There are plenty of other offerings in the area. I grew up with the chain and have tried various locations. Pho Banh Mi Che Cali generally promises a large selection of affordable various Vietnamese dishes at a super casual environment. No frills and amazing value. Unfortunately, I feel like this location is trying to do a lot of things. They offer Ramen or Chinese soups. There's so many "new item" signs and I really think they are losing their core identity. I'm getting off topic. I ordered the Pho with extra beef. I found the self-ordering kiosk to be easy to use. I was able to pay, grab a number and find myself a seat. While it wasn't a very clean place, it was fine. Where I was disappointed was when I tried the broth of my pho. I think Pho should have been a slam dunk for this restaurant. It's a staple to Vietnamese cuisine, so I'm sorry to report - I thought it was bland. I would say the worst pho in recent memory. The price starts at $12.99, so it's a tad cheaper than a normal sit down, but with the portions I got, i really think it isn't an excuse. I noticed others customers in the restaurant ordered Banh mi. Perhaps that's a better bet.

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    4.3(806 reviews)
    4.1 mi
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    I have been coming to Nem Nuong Khánh Hòa for years and don't see a lot of people coming here. It…read moreis ran by your Vietnamese aunty and uncle and their food is authentic. Their prices have not changed in years and the portions remain the same versus shrinkflation. Their menu is not that big but it has your essential Vietnamese dishes. Today I ordered the banh beo bi, vermicelli with nem nuong and egg rolls, nem nuong coun and che ba mau. Banh beo bi are rice cakes topped with shredded pork. It comes with chilies and fish sauce for you to pour on top. The rice cakes are served warm and are super smooth and soft. The thai chilies it comes with are spicy so don't use too much. The vermicelli with nem nuong and egg rolls comes with a slab of meat and a whole egg roll. The bottom are the noodles and mix of veggie and herbs. The nem nuong is sweetened charbroiled pork that is grilled. Think of a sweet meat ball. The egg rolls are super crispy and filled with meat. The noodles go well with the fish sauce and there are a lot of veggies inside. The nem nuong coun is a spring roll that's wrapped in rice paper. It has the meat and lettuce wrapped inside and comes with a dipping sauce. I believe the sauce is made with ground shrimp. For $8 for 3 rolls it is a steal compared to other restaurants. If you are craving Brodards in OC this place can satisfy your craving. Their che ba mau which is a 3 bean dessert has a lot of beans inside topped with coconut milk and shaved ice. It is the person drink to finish your meal and it is not too sweet.

    Yelp doesn't disappoint with this authentic Vietnamese spot…read more Don't expect a fine dining experience walking in. However, what you'll find is a clean and efficient mom-and-pop place with plenty of tables for the family. Service is quick, and parking is available in front. Parking might be challenging on busy nights. I ordered the Pho and spring rolls; I found the broth to be rich and freshly flavored. The spring rolls are large and filled with shrimp and pork, meeting expectations. I'll definitely return.

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    3.8(2.1k reviews)
    9.5 mi
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    Family-owned & operated
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    Food at Mama's Hong is really good flavorful and worth coming for…read more But the dust on the ropes right next to the tables is hard to ignore. If this is what's visible in the dining area, it makes you wonder about the cleanliness in areas you can't see. Great food, but hygiene needs improvement. Updating my review: I originally left 1 star due to a cleanliness issue. I'm happy to say they addressed it quickly and everything looks clean now. Food at Mama Hong's is really flavorful and definitely worth coming for. Because of how fast they fixed the issue, I'm updating my rating to 5 stars. Appreciate the effort and will be back!

    I've ordered takeout from here twice during my lunch break. The first time was great -- I got the…read morepho, which was really flavorful, and the chicken banh mi was surprisingly good and a generous size. Unfortunately, my second visit wasn't the best experience. When I walked up to the register, two servers completely ignored me. I understand it can get busy, but a simple "we'll be right with you" would have gone a long way. While I was waiting, the phone started ringing. Instead of acknowledging me, the waitress walked directly in front of me to answer it even though she could've easily gone behind the register. It came off as dismissive, especially since she wasn't doing anything else beforehand. That interaction left a bad impression, and it makes me hesitant to come back despite how much I enjoyed the food the first time.

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