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    Pho Saigon Pearl

    3.3 (1.1k reviews)
    ModerateVietnamese, Noodles
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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

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    Tiffany N.

    I visited for lunch on a Saturday. The Diamond Jamboree Center tends to be quite busy on weekends and during peak hours, so parking can be a bit challenging. I ordered the oxtail pho and the seafood pan-fried noodles. This particular dish was a little garlicky for my taste, but it was still enjoyable. The restaurant itself is small and can become crowded, so I recommend arriving either early or later in the evening to secure a table. This establishment serves as a convenient alternative for me when I crave Vietnamese food, saving me a trip to Little Saigon.

    Vermicelli with Egg Rolls, Shrimp and chicken. Yummy!
    Michael Min C.

    Ordered the Vermicelli noodles with egg roll, shrimp and chicken and the beef banh mi sandwich. Delicious and good quality meat; the chicken and beef were both delicious and seasoned perfectly. Fresh veggies in the banh mi and vermicelli. 4 Stars for me all day. Very good.

    Jennifer T.

    We always go to Pho Saigon Pearl whenever we're at the Irvine Spectrum because it's just that good! The chicken fried rice is amazing every single time -- perfectly cooked and full of flavor -- and the spring rolls are seriously perfection. The customer service is great, too. Everyone is friendly, helpful, and makes the experience feel easy and welcoming. My only small note is that indoor seating is limited, so it can feel a bit cozy, but that's no problem because you can always eat outside with your stroller and enjoy the beautiful, awesome view while munching. The food is consistently delicious and satisfying, and this spot has become our go-to for a quick, tasty Vietnamese meal. Highly recommend stopping by if you're in the Spectrum -- we'll definitely keep coming back!

    Esther C.

    I came here with a friend on a rainy day. I ordered their filet mignon pho and the meat was good. The service was good too the waitress was super friendly and the owner was quick to come by our table when we raised our hands to get their attention. The only thing I didn't like about their pho is that the broth was not hot enough. It tasted lukewarm even right after it came out. If you like your broth hot, try to ask if they can make it hotter for you.

    Vegetarian pho with beef broth and soft tofu
    Jasmine E.

    I ordered the vegetarian pho with soft white tofu and it was sooo flavorful! Even though they typically use beef broth, the staff made sure to let me know ahead of time and offered other options if I preferred -- super thoughtful and appreciated. I decided to go with the beef broth and it did not disappoint! I've eaten here before and the quality is always consistently great. Highly recommend Pho Saigon Pearl if you're craving something comforting and delicious. Plus, the plaza has so many amazing spots to check out afterward like H-Mart, Minis, and 85°C Bakery. Love this place!

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    Sharon W.

    I regularly come here for pho. It's really good and we tried the fried chicken this time as well. Fried chicken with fish sauce and chili sauce was crispy and not freezer burned.

    SHORT-RIB Pho Noodle Soup
    Ainsley J.

    Perfect for a rainy day! Service is fast, food is yummy and so filling (portions are massive). The short rib pho was amazing, I'm not usually a fan of beef but I ran a half marathon in the rain before and needed something hearty and this hit the spot!! Great spot for a casual date night, fam or solo dinner

    Leyon L.

    I wanted to like Saigon Pearl, I really did. The place is clean, the service is fine, but the broth in the pho? That's where things fall short. It's not bad, but when you've had truly great pho from a hole-in-the-wall spot at half the price, it's hard to justify coming back here. The portions are decent, and they do try to present everything well, but pho lives and dies by its broth, and this one just doesn't have that deep, rich, simmered-for-hours quality. If you're new to pho, you might not notice, but for those who know what it should taste like, it's a bit underwhelming. If you're in the area and need a quick fix, it'll do the job. But if you're after the best pho experience, you're better off exploring some smaller, family-run spots that put broth first.

    Dark broth
    Stacie N.

    Hubby and I are visiting SoCal for the weekend. The weather here in SoCal is colder than expected, so we decided to have some soup near the hotel. We were greeted upon entering the restaurant and seated at a booth by the door. There are regular tables and booths for seating. I like that the restaurant is not overcrowded. The decor felt intimate with pictures of Vietnam and its culture. The lanterns hanging in the ceiling are very nice. Menus with chopsticks and straws were brought out to us, then water after we ordered. We ordered 2 Pho Dac Biet (combination Pho) in a large and small bowl with a side of the hanh dam (vinaigrette onions). The pho came fast and looked very meaty. The brother is a deep dark color. It could be due to it being the end of the day, so the broth is from the bottom of the pot. The broth is not sweet, nor is it salty, just right though you could not smell the fragrance of the pho spices. The various meats were tender and thinly sliced, but the tendons we too soft that there's no crunch to it. Service is ok as we were not being checked in at all after our food was brought out. The restaurant was not busy, and our water could've been refilled.

    Dia N.

    Came in here for dinner one night and got their beef vermicelli bowl, tofu curry, tofu spring rolls, soda chanh, and wintermelon tea. The restaurant itself is a small size, but they do a really good job at maximizing the space. The decor in here is also super cute! Like most Viet spots, service is very straightforward. We ordered, and our food came out within about 10 minutes. The spring rolls were good. The tofu in it is fried and it's paired with a peanut dipping sauce. The vermicelli bowl is a staple for me at a Viet spot, and this one was pretty good! Probably not worth the $18 but taste-wise, it was good. I'm glad I made an effort to try this spot and hope to come back and explore other items on their menu.

    Rhanee D.

    The pho broth was flavorful and satisfying. We ordered the rib pho, oxtail pho, and combination pho, and it definitely hit the spot, especially with the rainy weather.

    Trisha V.

    Decided to try something different and got whatever my friend recommended, the Shaking beef. It was so juicy and tender and it was a lot for a second meal the next day. I also had to get the pork spring rolls, i can never go here without getting it because I'm obsessed with the dipping sauce. Everything I've had here has been amazing and yummy and I can't wait to go back to order my usuals

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    Ask the Community - Pho Saigon Pearl

    Do they have suitable containers for hot Pho take out?

    Yes, they do. I've ordered take out before, and I did not have any problems with leakage.

    The wall photo of Saigon- who is the photographer?

    Tang the manager says it's a professional but name ubknonw. Three areas: representative of Vietnam the north middle and south. However the name of the photographer is unknown at this moment.

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