Only been opened for 2 weeks, Pho Place is another "Pan-Asian" restaurant that on the front says they are Vietnamese, but they also serve a full range of "Chinese" dishes. The interior is very clean and decorative. There is plenty of wide open spaces that could be filled with tables later with tables already lining one wall and booths on the other. There is a small "bar" where they can make such drinks as bubble tea but I'm not sure if it's a full bar. They have a couple of large screen tv with one of them setup for karaoke. Surprise, surprise :) We wanted to try their "lettuce wraps" but they were out, so we got the shrimp spring rolls. They were huge, fresh, and delicious especially with the accompanying peanut sauce. See pics. Tammy tried the Clay Pot with chicken and crispy rice. I thought the chicken was very good. It almost melted in your mouth. She thought the rice could've been a little crispier. Instead of a "real" clay pot, the meal is served in metal/ceramic pot that actually keeps the heat better. Matthew had the traditional Pho Beef Noodle soup with thinly sliced rare beef. He finished the whole bowl. It tasted exactly as I expected. Sarah got her regular rice vermicelli noodles with shrimp in a chicken stock soup. This soup tasted a little sweeter than what we're accustomed to but it was still delicious. It was a generous portion with about 5 large shrimp. Rachel tried the stir fried rice noodles with beef. The noodles could've used a touch more sauce and seasoning. The large slices of beef were delicious as were the generous portions of veggies. I ordered the rice vermicelli noodles with fried pork eggrolls and pork. It is another traditional Vietnamese dish but they put a lot of more cucumber and I love cucumber. I love pouring the little bowl of fish sauce all over and then mixing everything up like a toss salad! I have to mention that the charbroiled pork in my dish was outstanding! I'm not exactly sure what they marinate the pork in, but it is Delicious with a capital D (I had to go back and capitalize the D in delicious)!!! Our server was excellent and very attentive. We didn't even have any leftovers to take home because Matthew was so hungry he finished up everyone else's meal. Pho Place is in a great location and can be seen off 280. It is nestled between Chucky Cheese and Art's Music so they should catch a wide range of patrons. I hope they do well and I will be returning soon. read more

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The Pho Place opened in September 2016. Curiously it is located on Highwas 280 near Pho 280 and the Saigon Noodle House. I like options, and it will be interesting to see how the new competition affects these nearby Vietnamese restaurants. My wife, daughter, and I had lunch on Sunday morning. The restaurant was busy, and the majority of customers were of Asian decent. The owner waited on us, and we immediately recognized each other. She previously owned Asian Cusine that is located on John Hawkins Parkway in Hoover. She is super friendly and has a big, welcoming personality. Linh and Jenny ordered Pho, and I ordered Bun Bo Hue. The potions were huge, and we noted that the bowls had generous amounts of meat. I liked my dish, but would have preferred if the broth had been a bit more spicy. The soups were served with a heaping plate of fresh add-in (bean sprouts, greens, and cabbage for my Bun Bo hue). Linh and Jenny liked the Pho. Jenny ordered a strawberry bubble tea. It looked a little light, and Jenny confirmed that the mix tasted a little off. Linh and I ordered Cafe Su Da. This excelent iced coffee was brewed and mixed before it was served. I prefer personal brewing because it adds to the experience. They accommodated my particularness and I've added a picture. Overall, I thought the food was good, and service was excellent. In addition to Pho, the menu offers many traditional Vietnamese entrees and a complete list of Chinese dishes. read more

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After reading multiple good reviews of the Pho Place, we decided to give it a try for lunch yesterday. As regulars at Birmingham's oldest (and best IMO) Vietnamese restaurant, we are somewhat of pho snobs (if that is a thing) so it was quite a reach for us to try another new Pho shop. We started with the chargrilled pork spring rolls and had them add shrimp. The combination of vermicelli noodles, pork, shrimp, and herbs turned out to be pretty good, although I have had better Vietnamese spring rolls. The ones with the crunchy sticks in the middle are always great, but these had none. For entrées, my husband ordered the bun bo hue with meatballs and I ordered the shrimp vermicelli noodle bowl. The bun bo hue broth was outstanding! I am usually a pho fanatic, but in the summer sometimes hot soup just isn't doable, so I decided to mix things up and get something different. I was not very impressed with the dish that I ordered; a large serving of vermicelli noodles topped with green onions, iceberg lettuce and chargrilled shrimp. I added the sauce served alongside, but it just didn't add much flavor. We would definitely give this place another try and sample some more menu items. read more

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Found my go to Vietnamese restaurant in Bham area. Been to a handful but this one has got me hooked. Great overall menu options. Had their bun bo hue, pho and Hu Tieu thap cam so far. Enjoyed it all. For appetizers their shrimp and pork spring rolls are great. Same with the grilled pork nem nuong spring rolls as well. I haven't tried another place since going here. Will be back many times to chip away at their menu items. read more

Pho Place - Vietnamese Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

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One of the ways I rate the authenticity of a place is the type of hot sauce they offer and something more than Sriracha. This place hits the nail on the head with their hot sauce selection, anything that is immersed in chili oil and is intimidating to the average joe is enough to draw me in. I've been to majority of the Vietnamese restaurants in Birmingham and what I find is the meat to noodle ratio is in dire need of improvement. However, I really feel I got value for my money with the portions of meat/seafood they offer. Their menu selection is vast and if you wanted to try something other than pho, they have that to offer. I usually get the pho but I decided to venture out and order one of the egg noodle soups (H3 on the menu) and it was love at first bite. Every item I have order has impressed me. This place has dishes with well rounded flavors, friendly staff and authenticity you can't deny. read more

Wow hot and sour soup was chock full of goodies. Love me some water chestnuts, cashew chicken was quite good. I'll be back

I'm going to admit I love eating half my meal in the restaurant and eating the other half at home watching TV with my pets. I started this review after I just had another satisfying meal from my left over Pho. I was thrilled with the service and the bowl size of my Shrimp Pho today. I've went to NUMEROUS places trying to decide what I felt like eating today. Saw this place as I was on my way to another grocery story so I read the reviews and a few Elite Yelpers had wonderful reviews so that decided it for me. The owner's extended family were leaving when I entered. However, even with small childen and infants it was still very quiet and peaceful and I like family businesses. My server checked on me often as I reviewed the extensive menu. The sweet Tea was strong and sweet! The bathroom was clean as was everything else. Before I could completely check into Yelp my order was placed in front of me. Steaming hot bowl of broth with fresh noodles and six plump shrimp. The tables are stocked with just about everything one could need. The server gave me a saucer with fresh mint, basil, cilantro, limes and jalapeño sections. He even asked later if I needed more herbs or anything? I was completely happy with my visit. I wish I lived closer so I could become a regular customer but I will make sure to pick up take out when I'm in the area! read more

Pho Place - Vietnamese Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

Great service! Food is always yummy! Pho is my go to get well quick meal. Food is quickly prepared and always good.

It was our first time trying this restaurant, and we were excited. I ordered Singapore noodles and the dish was sweet, which is odd for that dish. I informed the waitress and she offered a different dish. My wife said her dish was "just okay." So I didn't want a new dish, appreciate the offer however. But when going here please know they did not take the dish off our bill. She said she "couldn't void it." A hat statement came After 25 minutes without checking on us. Just an FYI... read more

Pho Place - The service here is not that great FYI - Vietnamese Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

Hostess/waitress is so rude. We were the only people there so she stared at us the entire time and we had no privacy. There was also a guy that came out and he would literally turn his head to stare at us it was so awkward. I ordered pho ga and was given pho tai and she got mad when I told her it was wrong, and then just took the beef out and put chicken. the noodles were also short and mushy. Nasty food nasty experience. Saigon Noodle House is so much better and significantly cheaper. read more

Ok, I've eaten a LOT of pho. Seriously. I was the "Duke" of my last favorite place which had to close due to COVID and staff issues. I was very very sad to say the least. I have been searching all over bham for another favorite place. I was so excited when I found this place! Finally, someone else knows how to make a spicy beef soup! I think it's called Bun Bo Hue or something. It was EXCELLENT! Well cooked beef, super fresh veggies and an amazing broth! Me so happy now. Only thing is I hate the fat noodles. I just have them substitute with the thinner vermicelli and I'm in heaven. I do intend to eat a bunch of it. Get used to me folks! read more

I enjoyed the food. The place was seemingly clean. Our server seemed a bit perturbed but he still served well.

My favorite pho in the city. The service is always quick and correct. The restaurant itself is cozy and inviting. I will continually come back. read more

I went there with my daughter about 7:30PM. She ordered pho, and I ordered the seafood noodle soup after carefully examining the exorbitant price of items. For example, pho price was $13-14 and egg noodle soup was $13 for a normal size soup bowls. If you want extra large, add $3. Really? The pho tasted just ok. It was sweet, but not much depth in the soup broth. We were expecting better, and had better. So their pho is nothing that I would boast about. I would not recommend the pho at this place. Actually, I won't be coming back to this place just because of the giant price tag. There are other pho/viet food offerings that I would try, and will call for their price first. The egg noodle actually tasted good. It looked nothing like the picture though. Also, I tried to get the attention of the server/hostess, but she was too busy carrying on with her friends/customers. I wanted to ask for some clean soup spoons because the ones at our table were dirty (with food debris on them). I went and got some at a nearby table. Eventually she came by after we finished our food, but was not pleased that I told the spoons at our table was dirty. read more

Pho Place - pho menu and price - Vietnamese Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

Average Vietnamese Chinese food place. Seating is plentiful so I imagine it's good for big parties and the food comes out quickly. The pho is decent but not spectacular or mind blowing. Menu is quite extensive, there could be some real gems in there if you take the time to invest in eating at this place several times. Service at the end was a bit weird, felt the waiter was short and wanted to get us out asap. Overall, will probably do the trick if you're craving Asian food but it's nothing special. read more

Pho Place - Vietnamese Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

Phó is one of our fam's favorite dinners, especially during winter. This was our first time to try this place since moving from GA. When we arrived the management was quick to help us put two tables together in order to seat all six of us together. We ordered the fresh spring rolls with pork & shrimp. They were so good we ordered a couple extra! We ordered phó with steak & brisket and it was amazing! Great experience for our first time & our family has found a new phó place in B'ham! read more

So I tried the hot pot. This was completely new to me. It wasn't what I expected because of the "hot pots" I've seen on YouTube; but this was an authentic hot pot. I loved it. I was curious to try because of the fish balls (I had to try it to satisfy my inner Andrew Zimmern) and they're pretty good. I loved the entire entree! The meal was plentiful and flavorful! read more

Pho Place - Seafood Hot Pot - Vietnamese Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

I enjoyed my vegetable pho and rolls. It was close to my house, so good location for me. Definitely will come back!

This was my first Vietnamese experience and it was PHENOMENAL! The hostess seated us and waited on us, she was so kind and didn't mind answering our questions. My boyfriend said the crab rangoon's were the best he's ever had they came out very quickly. The price is about $9-$10 per person BUT you get SO much food. We couldn't finish it and we will definitely eat the rest for supper. The food was great, and we will continue to come back. Also, they had the game on the tv! Oh, and great music! read more

Pho Place - They bring this out to your table so you can pick and choose what you want to add to your soups!! - Vietnamese Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

The best pho in Birmingham! We eat here at least twice a month! Spicy pho is phenomenal

I've been wanting to try Pho Place for awhile but never got the chance. With everything starting to open back up after Covid19 I figured why not? The food is really good! They offer Vietnamese as well as Chinese dishes. The pricing was a bit much but The portions were huge! I also got General Tso Chicken for my husband no pic but he said it was really good so we'll definitely go back. read more

This place is pleasant, clean and peaceful, with excellent food. They consistently have great, fresh made to order food. Pre-pandemic we visited for an occasional quick sit down dinner. The staff is very respectful and helpful. The Pad Thai is a favorite of mine and I have them make it a little differently every time (meat choice, spice level etc). My boyfriend orders something new every time and has yet to be anything less than thrilled with his selections. Servers are gracious with suggestions. We love the spring rolls, too! We usually stuff ourselves until we can barely move because the food is too good not to finish, and the portions are large. This is very much so a family restaurant. I've tried 2 other local competitors in the last year and a half, and they remain my favorite! We moved so this place is a little further from us, but worth the trip. The price is very fair and we will be getting take out until the pandemic dies down and we are personally able to dine in again. I'm not sure if they are offering dine in at this time, but you could always call and check if you desire it. read more

Each time I have been I am never disappointed. I got a pork chop rice plate with crab rangoons (which are the best I've ever had) and my Vietnamese roommate got pho. She said it's the closest to homemade that she's had in a restaurant (& she's extremely picky with food AND pho!). We love it! Definitely recommend. read more

Pho Place - Vietnamese Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

I live in Atlanta city of many Pho restaurants but every time I come visit my family's here Alabama hwy 280 I got to stop buy for Pho at this place ( Pho Place ) Real pho really good, good place ! Definitely recommend it to try out this place ! read more

Nice location for being able to get Phó as takeout. Very enjoyable and was ready very quickly.

Great foods and good services. đồ ăn ngon và rẻ. Cô chủ cũng rất thân thiện và vui vẻ

I travel frequently, and although I'm not Asian, I eat at many different Chinese and Vietnamese restaurants. This place is a hidden gem, located in a small strip mall off 280 south of 459. Their food is delicious - the spring rolls were flavorful with tasty sauces (both the peanut and fish sauces), and the vermicelli plate with char-grilled pork was very good. It puts the large fancy Vietnamese restaurant two miles north to shame. I didn't have pho, but I would guess that it too would be much more authentic than at the other restaurant. Give this place a try, I think that you'll be impressed ! read more

This. Is. My. Place. I eat here at least once a week, because I love it so much. My usual order is the P6: Pho with brisket and rare beef. It's incredible, but so is everything else on the menu I've tried, from the wonton soup, to the vermicelli noodle bowls, and even the pad Thai! I typically grab my order to go, and they always have it ready in no time at all. The couple of times I've dined in, service has been great, and the place is clean and pleasant. I've seen restaurants come and go from this location, but I hope Pho Place is here to stay! read more

If you are a pho soup lover, this pho soup is great! If you get it take out, they give you a large amount of meat and noodles. Not to mention, the broth has a lot of flavor! One of the best pho soups I have had in a while! read more

We ordered pho from Pho Place for dinner tonight. It was very good! We both got the beef pho with the brisket and rare beef. We upgraded it to the XL for a few more dollars, we definitely did not need to do that ( IT WAS SO MUCH FOOD). This is some of the best pho in Birmingham, I highly recommend it. We will definitely being doing another takeout order in the future. read more

Fantastic Pho in a quiet setting. Great service. I will come back when I am in the Birmingham area again!

Loved the atmosphere, clean restaurant, and friendly and helpful staff. I had the vermicelli noodle bowl dry pork that had just the right amount of spice. My husband had the beef pho and doctored it up a bit. The steamed dumplings were just ok. Will definitely be back! read more

Pho Place - Vermicelli noodle bowl with pork and all the Dixon's! Across the table is beef pho. - Vietnamese Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

Wanted some pho, so my sister an I went there. We ended up not getting pho, but did order some pad Thai and some chicken and veggies. The meal was ok. All I can smell in my food was fish oil and I don't eat fish. Waiter was a bit bit, he wanted us to rider quickly and eat and get out. I wouldn't go back. read more

It's good in general. May not be my absolute favorite. I ordered bowl #19, it was abundant and tasty (pork, veggies and spring rolls). I liked that it didn't feel like a heavy meal. There are several healthy options, and that is why I would return. read more

Im from San Gabriel valley in CA, where pho is high quality and restaurants are abundant. I've been to all pho places I could find on yelp. This is my favorite in Bham. The broth and the tendon are outstanding, just be sure to let your noodles cook for a little when they serve you the bowl. The value is also good, not California cheap, but good for the area. read more

Just awesome. The aroma and taste of the pho was incredible. So so good. I can't wait to go back and try everything they've got.

Great service from when we walked in until we walked out the door. We started out with Spring rolls which were good and Pho was PhoMazing!

Hands down - best broth in Bham! Fast service in house and take out, good portions, and very clean. 10/10 would recommend read more

Had the rare steak pho here today. I am having surgery tomorrow so it's clear liquid diet for me today. Mom and I shared an extra large bowl. I stuck to the broth. To me pho is all about the broth and this place did not disappoint. It was great! It was also a very clean Vietnamese restaurant. I find that this is an issue at times but not here. Well kept and clean including the restroom. Will be back!!! read more

New favorite Vietnamese restaurant! The portions were gigantic and the pork with rice was excellent. Will be going here often, can't wait to try the Pho when it gets colder read more