Inviting environment, big parking lot, the crispy noodle dishes are wonderful and they are huge portions.....I get this with beef every time. Vietnamese, Chinese, and Japanese menu. read more

Pho Phu Linh - Vietnamese Near Me - Skokie, Illinois

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We were headed to another Chinese restaurant only to discover it had no indoor seating, and we had passed this restaurant on the way, so we turned around and came back here. We're so glad we did! I had originally planned to have pho, but after I looked at the menu I decided that the fried noodle dishes were more what I wanted this time. We'll come back for the Pho another time. We ordered an appetizer and two entrées, although we had to remind the server about the appetizer after the entrées came. This was quickly rectified. The menu had a nice variety of both Vietnamese and Chinese dishes, as well as sushi. Our order started with the Gyoza (six pan-fried dumplings), which were fresh, hot, and very good once they came (after the entrees). The sauce with them was a little different than a traditional sweet-and-sour, but very tasty. We both had Crispy Egg Noodles dishes, mine with beef and vegetables, and my husband's with the chicken, shrimp, beef, & squid combination. We were surprised to find out that "crispy egg noodles" were the same as what we know as Chow Mein Noodles, like you can buy in a can at the grocery store. We were expecting fresh noodles fried crispy. But once the sauce soaked into them they softened and were fine. Next time, though, I think I'll try one of the soft egg noodle dishes instead. The real star of the entree was the meat, vegetable and sauce stir-fry that topped the noodles. The beef was tender, plentiful, and flavorful, and the types of vegetables (broccoli, bok choy, sprouts, celery, and carrots) were exactly what I like in a dish like this. The soy-based sauce was flavorful without being too strong or salty. Truly, other than the surprise with the noodles, everything was perfect. The portions were huge, so we each brought half home to eat later. They sell Japanese bottled sodas, but we opted instead for cans of Coke and Diet Coke respectively. Maybe next time I'll try the Japanese grape soda. Service was pleasant and attentive, and our food arrived quickly. The inside seating area is large, clean, and comfortable, and the restroom was also roomy and clean. We enjoyed it, and will definitely go back. read more

Firstly, the restaurant had a great and homey vibe to it. Very relaxing especially on a winter day. The menu had great options and even had sushi! But today we settled with mostly Vietnamese food. On a middle of the day Saturday, the restaurant was pretty open and we were able to sit at a table with no wait. I hope this changes for them later because the food was great! Also, they had iced Vietnamese coffee which is a personal favorite. Lastly, I even bought some food home for my wife. Update - even after eating leftovers, the food was still great! 5/5 will be back soon! read more

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Very clean, quiet, pleasant place for a meal. absolutely delicious pho that will cure a hangover in three bites. Gyoza was yummy, wish it was a bit crispier. Really good Vietnamese coffee (drink with caution, you will be wired). Very lovely staff, i definitely will be back! read more

Pho Phu Linh - Pho with brisket and beef - Vietnamese Near Me - Skokie, Illinois

I was sick and needed some healing pho, so I placed my order online. They texted me promptly when it was ready for pickup, which I really appreciated. I honestly judge places on how well they pack food to enjoy at home--especially spots that pack soup. Everything was packed perfectly. The soup came in a big container, with the meat and all the accoutrements packed separately. The taste was divine, and I even had some left to enjoy the next day. I can't wait to come back and dine in. read more

I ordered from Pho Phu Linh online via yelp with Grubhub delivery. At the time, it was listed #6 during my search for shrimp fried rice within a radius of me in Skokie. Searching through the menu I was drawn to Pho rather than shrimp fried rice, but due to there not being Pho with just shrimp I ended up sticking with shrimp fried rice. Oh, the thought of Pho with shrimp was what I really wanted the evening I ordered from Pho Phu Linh. There was the seafood noodle option with shrimp, but it also had scallop, squid, fish ball, and imitation crab inside which I had no interest in. This has nothing to do with my rating of Pho Phu Linh, but I was very displeased with the Grubhub delivery driver, who placed my order at the side of the house rather than at the front door. A text message would have also been nice, letting me know that my order was delivered because anything could have happened. I swear, it is like Grubhub drivers go out of their way to not have any contact whatsoever with ordering customers and I am so over it. Now as for my food, the shrimp fried rice was delicious as expected! I was very satisfied with the huge portion of rice and shrimp given. I am never disappointed with shrimp fried rice, and I certainly was not with my order of it from Pho Phu Linh. As the time goes on, I am very open to ordering from Pho Phu Linh again when visiting the Skokie area. However, next time I will pick my order up onsite or utilize a different online ordering platform if I choose delivery. ~ Live every moment ~ Thomas G read more

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My veggie pho had no seasoning and needed cilantro. My husband's meat dish was okay; it was supposed to come with an egg roll, which the server forgot (and which he didn't like). Service was very slow, despite us being the only diners at the time. read more

Was craving pho and looked up restaurants near me and landed on this establishment. Cute vibes and pretty big restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating. It's a fusion offering Vietnamese, Chinese, Japanese and Hawaiian. Normally I stay away from fusions, but this one did not disappoint. Ordered the Round Steak and Brisket Pho. The broth was a 10/10! I added the additional toppings into my pho plus chili oil and it was perfection, especially on a cold night. The noodles were good and the meat wasn't bad. Not the most tender and best cuts, but did the job. Delicious pho that I would get again if I were ever in this area! Service was also very nice! read more

Pho Phu Linh - 203. Pho Tai Chin, Nam - Vietnamese Near Me - Skokie, Illinois

Not authentic Vietnamese phonemes is rough and hard a lot of soup but not having right ingredients

Still a great place after so many months. Service is good, seating is nicely laid out where tables are not crowded. Food is still good- updated one picture, more to come as I will come back again. There is a small parking (14"3 car lot) outside that makes this place extra special as parking is always a premium. read more

Pho Phu Linh - Chicken Chop Suey - Vietnamese Near Me - Skokie, Illinois

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This is your no frills Vietnamese and Japanese Restaurant. The staff are nice. There's plenty of parking and seating. The Vietnamese food is great, but I haven't had their Japanese dishes. Grilled Sausage Spring Roll: I haven't had a spring roll like this anywhere else around here. There is a savoury sausage, a crispy bit, fresh veggies dipped in a mango sauce. It is a nice sweet and savoury bite! Grilled Pork & Egg Roll Vermicelli Bowl: this bowl is so yummy. There is a generous portion of meat, a crispy egg roll, fresh veg, rice noodles, and a yummy fish sauce to round out the dish read more

Pho Phu Linh - 402. Bun Thit Nuong and Cha Gio - Vietnamese Near Me - Skokie, Illinois

Here's a place pho you. Or should I say here's the place pho pho? Pho sho! This is a bright open space with plenty of parking (a plus). It was sparsely filled when I dropped in for lunch. They thoroughly cleaned my table and I noted that hand sani is on the table, alongside the hoisin sauce, chili sauce and sriracha bottle. I ordered the shrimp spring roll which were two large rolls filled with about three shrimp, mint, lettuce, vermicelli noodles and accompanied by peanut dipping sauce. This was crisp and refreshing and I brightened with some chili sauce. I ordered the Pho Tai Chin Nam (round steak and brisket) which comes with a dish of bean sprouts, lime, basil and jalapeño to customize to your palate. The broth was fine, I added the lime and basil, and though the brisket was tender, I found the steak to be slightly tough. I found this to be a very large portion and they packed the leftovers to go. The menu has Vietnamese, Chinese and Japanese items, so if you are not looking pho pho, there are plenty of other dishes to entice. Service was friendly and fast. Some light music would help the ambience as I was able to hear the shop talk of the (vet techs???) on the other side of the dining room. I will be sure to return pho more. read more

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This is a great pho place with great atmosphere and food. I ordered beef pho(#202) and a strawberry smoothie. The broth was rich and the beef was flavorful. The smoothie tasted very fresh. Our server was nice and attentive and even gave some extra smoothie. Overall, this is a really great place. read more

3.5 rounding up to 4 We've been here a number of times but I'm shocked I have yet to review! We've tried almost majority of the menu items over the years. We often come here with my family, parking is complimentary and is usually pretty available even during busy times. When you come in, someone behind the bar seats you and takes your order. When they first opened, the pho was my go to dish, but over time the flavors were not quite right anymore. And I started ordering more of their rice plates and various noodle bowls. Their portions are great for the pricing and you can always expect a powerful punch of flavors. When in a rush I usually order banh mis. Their banh mis are a great size, and come with a bag of potato chips. So you can get lunch and a snack for later all at the same time! The restaurant is a bit bare in decor, but when you sit down to eat and the food comes out, that's the better focus. They also have fruit smoothies and Vietnamese ice coffee as well. read more

PHO PHU YOU KILLED IT! All the hype by fellow Yelp! friends who did NOT lead me astray on this one. I couldn't wait to try and this one takes the top spot for sure. From the service, to the appetizers down to their smoothies-everything was fantastic. The menu is so extensive. I usually get weary when places offer a variety of variations of Asian cultures blended all together but from their Vietnamese to their sushi, everything was bangin! We ordered their deep fried Godzilla roll which took a long time BUT when it came out-it was hot and fresh right off the presses. Crunchy and tasty! The meat in their pho hardly had any fat and was super lean and edible-delectable ! Their broth was very subtle in flavor but appreciated it where it wasn't overpowering at all. Delicious. Superb. Magnifique. read more

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Went here when the restaurant open at 11. The restaurant is pretty big. We order different kind of foods like Vietnamese spring rolls and shrimp rolls and house special pho noodle. It came pretty fast. The staff and service was pretty good. The foods are big and very tasty. Will come back here when I am in Chicago read more

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I've heard about this spot from my parents, who have tried this spot before. Pho Phu Linh is conveniently located on the way to visit my parents, so my husband and I stopped here for a quick bite before stopping by. What we ordered: Pho Dac Biet (pho special, one size) Veggie Spring Rolls (tofu, 1 order has 2 rolls) Grilled Beef Banh Mi (comes with plain crinkle chips on the side) Banana Mango Smoothie with Boba We came on a Sunday night and there were a few parties seated across the restaurant. There were also quite a few call-in orders, so I think this spot just be popular for take-out and folks can pick up their food. There is a small parking lot right next to the restaurant with plenty of spots available. There is also outdoor seating, although all the diners that day chose to sit indoors. It's nice to know they have that option, in case it is really nice outside or you want to bring a dog on the patio. There was only one server that night, another staff member who floated between the bar (making boba drinks) and serving food when it was ready. Service was still pretty prompt with one main server - we had no complaints! The veggie rolls were freshly wrapped, and I liked how there was a hint of mint among the lettuce. The dipping sauce had a great consistency and balance (mostly hoisin) with a dash of crushed roasted peanuts. It was delicious and a great appetizer. The broth for the pho was clear and tasty, and the portion size was not bad at all! There is only one size for pho, and they had generous amounts of noodles and steak/meatballs/tripe/tendon/brisket. It came with their standard tray of basil, bean sprouts, and jalapeños on the side. I wished the broth had more sliced onion and green onion - I love these additions in my bowl but understand this amounts vary from restaurant to restaurant. Next time, I will ask for extra onions and green onion. I noticed that they had REAL sriracha bottles on the table, along with the typical hoisin. They don't have fish sauce on the tables, but I didn't mind. I assume the patrons might not use it that much so they don't have it out. If you want it, I'd ask the server if they can bring some out from the kitchen. Their menu is pan-Asian, with sushi options, Thai options, and Chinese options. Usually I am weary when a spot offers that many types of cuisines but based on the quality and freshness of our food, I actually wouldn't hesitate to try their other non-Vietnamese items. Looking around the restaurant, most people ordered a bowl of noodles but some also ordered a sushi roll. If you're in the mood, why not?! You can get all your favorite Asian dishes in one place. I'll be back to try their other options. It's awesome to have a Vietnamese restaurant in Skokie. Growing up, my parents would drive our family to Uptown/Argyle to get our fix and now, it's right in their backyard. While they have already pledged their allegiance to other pho spots in the city, Pho Phu Linh is a great option to have so close by. A solid 4 stars! For more, follow me on IG @gratuitousgourmande read more

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Order lunch special from them and the food make me very sick .Never going back to order from that place

Solid asian food (Chinese, Vietnamese, Japanese), ample parking, able to accommodate large groups. Service is ok.

I love this pho restaurant! I have not tried their Chinese dishes. Menu options are great. Love their beef balls and meat slices. Fresh spring rolls are good too. Whether in Niles or Glenview, we make a point to drive over here for their delicious phos. I even like this places better than Basu in Northbrook. And their bean sprouts are always fresh. Some places do not have good bean sprouts. A spacious restaurant, enough to have large crowds. Best of all, there is a parking lot! read more

The food was amazing. Fresh, generous, and tasty. I am surprised because it reminds me of traveling to Vietnam. I tried their chicken pho bowl and spring roll with peanut sauce. For the price you really can't beat it! read more

Really nice restaurant with attentive staff. I ordered the chicken pho which was really good. The broth was phenominal, noodles were cooked just right, and there were plenty of bean sprouts, mint, and jalapeño to go with it. I also ordered some spring rolls and they were hefty. Two rolls come with one order. The mint on the spring rolls was not too overpowering and the amount of shrimp was good. Between the pho and spring rolls, I was full. The overall vibe of the restaurant was modern and clean. read more

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I am so upset it took me so long to discover this hidden gem here in Skokie. They have so many options. The staff is great. The food is even better. I am so sad it took me so long to try this amazing and underrated place. I will definitely be returning!! read more

Pho Phu Linh - Vietnamese Near Me - Skokie, Illinois

Excellent service and a very good meal. Went the vegetarian route with the spring rolls and pho. The spring rolls were some of the largest that I've seen, filled mostly with lettuce, a little bit of noodles, thin pieces of tofu and some mint. The peanut dipping sauce was also very good. The pho had a good portion of vegetables and tofu, and was tasty although the flavours were not overly complex. Overall, a very good experience and meal. read more

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I've been to this restaurant several times, and the cơm tấm is consistently amazing. The pork is always tender and flavorful, and the rice is cooked perfectly every time. A reliable choice for a tasty Vietnamese meal. read more

Pho Phu Linh - Vietnamese Near Me - Skokie, Illinois

I'm still on a banh mi craving so I decided to look up on Yelp to see if there were any restaurants near Skokie that had it since I had to be in the area. This is my first time here but I've definitely remember passing by this place before. I love that they have their own parking lot - it's pretty decent size as well. The inside looked very nice - clean and modern. There was a good size crowd already at 11am. I was prepared to sit down to get a banh mi and try a couple of things but life happened and my phone started going off the hook. So I asked the nice waitress if I could just get a banh mi & avocado smoothie for take out instead of eating in and she was very understanding. She made my smoothie and it was pretty good. A lil more icey that I would like but it still had good avocado flavor. I was in a rush so I ate my sandwich in the car after I got where I needed to be. I was very happy with the bread to filling ratio. It also came with a bag of chips! In true banh mi form, I got bread crumbs everywhere. The bread was very good - crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. The meats were good though I personally would've liked more pate. I would definitely go back to try some other things on their menu. read more

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I love the pork banh mi sandwich and spiderman roll! It's my go to. The service can be a bit slow, but it's worth the wait if you have the time. read more

I might've given this place a 4 or possibly even a 5 star review if basing strictly on the food. However, one must consider the service. I'd been quite excited to find vegetarian pho, as well as many other vegetarian options on the menu. The pho was delicious and if it's not flavorful enough for you there are several condiments on the table to add to your soup. The problem was that my husband's lunch special, 2 sushi rolls and salad, didn't come out till I was nearly done with my pho. Their timing was off, not only with us, but with everyone. While we were awaiting my husband's sushi we saw that a pair of diners got their additional "to go" order less than 1/2 way through the meal they were eating. My husband's meal definitely should've been prepared and out before their "to go" meal. We watched with slight amusement as many people came in to retrieve their "to go" orders, few were ready, they seemed confused about orders, most were kept waiting while some had no wait. My husband's sushi eventually came and he said it was not bad. Of course his salad came AFTER the sushi, the salad tasted a little off. read more

Pho Phu Linh - Vietnamese Near Me - Skokie, Illinois

I was driving around the area and needed a spot to eat so I looked at Yelp for some ideas and found this spot. The weather was chilly so some noodle soup sounded really good at the time. This spot has ample parking and it's got plenty of seating inside. Their menu is extensive and I was pleased to find that they over vegetarian pho. I had to take a pic and share with my vegetarian friends since I've never seen pho served that way before. The Bun Bo hue is delicious and it even came with the blood cubes. My brother always gets the pho and he enjoys it. I also tried the seafood noodle and the flavors were more subtle but it had plenty of fish balls and shrimps. I ended up adding some siracha and hoisin to make it my own. Overall a good spot and will definitely be back here again. read more

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Great atmosphere inside. Big and roomy. They also have an outside patio. If they spruced it up it would look so much nicer. We ordered the Pho with Beef and Brisket. Thank goodness we decided to share it because this bowl of noodles with the pieces of meat was humongous! The pho was very very good. It had strong rich flavor. The pieces of beef and brisket were really big. It was so good because they do not skimp out with the meat. We also ordered the Fallen Angel Roll. It was really good as well. Highly recommend. The waitress was nice and attentive. read more

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I've driven past Pho Phu Linh a bunch of times but have never stopped to eat there. That all changed today with my first visit! I was pleasantly surprised at how spacious the inside was. The restaurant interior is beautifully designed, clean, bright, and spacious. My friends and I ordered vegetable spring rolls, gyoza, and edamame to start with. All were yummy, but the gyoza were the best! We then shared a kung pao beef dish, and it came out hot, fresh, and was delicious! We then each got our own roll. One friend got the salmon avocado roll, another got a sweet potato roll, and I enjoyed the Chicago Bear Roll! This specialty roll was spicy, savory, and everything I could want going beyond my regular order of spicy tuna. Our server was kind and patient with us as we ordered, and she checked in on us a few times throughout our meal to clear plates and deliver our food to the table. Overall, I had a great experience and can't wait to come back again! read more

Pho Phu Linh - J112. Chicago Bear Roll - Vietnamese Near Me - Skokie, Illinois

The pho ga broth is really flavorful and deep. It comes with a lot of sliced breast meat. Really tender not overcooked. The portion size is generous. I had the Cha gio. 3 thin pieces. Four would have been better. Tasty though. Prices seemed high but I come from Oakland so I might be spoiled with lower prices. Service was excellent and friendly. read more

I went on a Friday evening before the dinner rush. There was plenty of parking in the restaurant parking lot. The restaurant seating is open and the decor is clean and bright. There are tables for four and tables for over four. The portions are large so come hungry or prepared to bring home some food. The make frozen fruit drinks and have soda and water. I ordered the shrimp spring rolls with the peanut sauce. I came there for some soup and ordered then special seafood noodle soup. The spring rolls and soup was simply delicious and fresh. I think I've found my favorite soup and spring roll restaurant in the area so far. I definitely recommend. read more

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The restaurant is clean but looks like a university cafeteria to me. Food was very fresh but very plain. Soup tasted bland to me. A lot of choices and services are pretty good. Parking on the site which is convenient. read more

Brisket pho was very good. Fast and good service. Price was ok. Broth was great. Service was quick.

One of my favorite places to eat! They have a huge selection of menu items. Their sushi is so delicious. Perfect amount of rice in the roll. Their Salmon Poke Bowl is also one of my favorites from here. My family loves their fried rice. Something about it is so good! Tons of flavor. Service can be slow depending on what time you come but the staff are always friendly. Nice amount of seating inside and nice parking lot. Their bathroom is very clean! Love this place! read more

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This place is a hidden gem. I was browsing through places on yelp that had pescatarian options, and came across this one. Right away it stood out because of the menu items and also reviews, so we went to try it out. Right off the bat, service was really fast which was awesome. We got the spring rolls to start; the quality of the ingredients inside were really great, and everything was very flavorful. The noodle bowl was delicious. The pork and egg roll in it was really good, and it was a huge serving. I got the shrimp bahn mi, and the shrimp inside was cooked perfectly and was really flavorful. I also got the Soda Da Chanh and it tasted very fresh and limey (delicious!) I cant recommend this place enough. If you're looking for some authentic vietnamese food that is fresh, flavorful, and accommodating of different diets, this is the place to go! read more

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We went on a Thursday evening, at first concerned about the empty parking lot. Fortunately, the place filled up after we placed our order. Service was attentive without being smothering. Our appetizers were tasty. The pho arrived when we were still eating the calamari and spring rolls, so the server had to shuffle the dishes a bit to make everything fit on the table. The pho was piping hot, but the broth was a bit bland. We used plenty of the condiments provided on the table. Wish I thought to ask for fish sauce. Another table seemed to be enjoying their bahn mi and fried rice, so I'll come back to try those items. read more

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Pho Phu Linh in Skokie is the ideal place to order Chinese food without having to travel to Chinatown. I was having serious cravings for a crispy egg noodle dish and the only place known that makes it well is miles over in Chinatown. Hailing from Evanston, I didn't feel like making the journey so for years I've been trying to find a closer alternative. Queue in Pho Phu Linh. I discovered them a few years ago when they recently opened. I took my parents there and ordered Chicken Pho and their Beef crispy egg noodle dish. Everything we ordered since that first visit was very good and reasonably priced. The dine-in staff and carryout experience is also consistently positive. It's nice to know there is a solid pan Asian food joint in the North Shore. I love the food and plan on keeping it in our takeout rotation. read more

Service was a little slow but very pleasant. Sushi roll was phenomenal - fresh, great texture, and perfect ratio of ingredients. Pho was very good. The broth was flavorful and the ingredients were cooked well. Bahn mi was awesome. The marinade on the meat was delicious and it was slightly charred, giving it a hint of smokey flavor. Looking forward to trying more dishes! read more

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