This was our third visit to Pho Son, and it continues to impress us every single time. Consistency matters, and Pho Son absolutely delivers great food, welcoming service, and a relaxed, inviting atmosphere that keeps us coming back. The vibe is clean, cozy, and casual ... perfect for a comforting bowl of pho. It has that laid-back Vietnamese street food feel without being loud or chaotic, making it a great spot for both quick meals and sit-down dinners. The service was warm, attentive, and efficient. Staff checked in just the right amount, were happy to answer questions, and made sure everything came out fresh and hot. You really feel welcomed here, which adds to the overall experience. For starters, my wife and I shared the CHẢ GIÒ (Crispy Veggie Spring Rolls - $5). These were perfectly golden and crispy on the outside, light and flavorful on the inside, and paired nicely with the dipping sauce. A simple starter done very well. For our entrée, we didn't even hesitate ... we both went straight for the pho. The PHỞ CHÍN (Slow Cooked Tender Brisket - $16) was outstanding. The broth was rich, aromatic, and deeply flavorful, clearly simmered with care. The brisket was incredibly tender, the noodles were cooked just right, and the bowl was generous and comforting from the first sip to the last bite. Pho Son continues to prove why it's a go-to spot for authentic, satisfying Vietnamese food. Three visits in, and the quality, flavor, and service remain consistently excellent. If you're craving great pho and a welcoming dining experience, this place is absolutely worth it. We'll definitely be back again. read more

Pho Son - Pho Chin - Vietnamese Near Me - Burlington, Vermont

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Fast service, great food! We were greeted promptly for a later lunch. Menu is simple, so easy to choose your order. We started with the Summer Rolls (#2 on the menu) with Shrimp and Pork paired with a creamy, crunchy peanut sauce- large rolls that will fill you up and very good! We ordered the Pho with brisket, flank steak, and meatballs (to my surprise it also came with Tripe) and the Bahn Mi sandwich. The pho was hot and packed with rich flavored broth- they also don't skimp you on proteins in the soup. The Bahn Mi was a very large size with flaky bread and again packed with protein. Overall, Pho Son is a perfect place to warm up on a cold day with yummy Vietnamese foods. read more

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The food we had was excellent and the service was great too. My only complaint is the prices are simply too high for what the food is. There are other restaurants in the area that offer similar quality food at $3-4 lower than this restaurant. That being said if you don't mind spending a little more, the food won't disappoint. read more

Very good banh mi, nicely stuffed, excellent bread. I had beef which was tender, and the sauces were tasty. I hear that the banh mi are their best offering! Prompt, polite service. I did not notice decor. Will be back to try other food, including pho, but they have serious competition there! read more

This place is amazing. The food, it's so clean, fresh veggies and the owner is amazing. read more

Pho Son - Veggie Wok with Basil Sauce - Vietnamese Near Me - Burlington, Vermont

What a great place! The food is tastes so great. The service was great. Locally owned a place to go back to again. Dessert too. Coming into the restaurant felt like home. Pho, hot tea. Wonderful. read more

This is the best Vietnamese food in Vermont!!! I ordered the shrimp&pork Goi cuon with peanut sauce for dipping and a chicken curry stir fry. Wow!!! What a meal! The rolls were so yummy. I wanted to drink the peanut sauce. The stir fry was chock full of tender white meat chicken, the veggies were cooked beautifully and had a nice crisp to them. And it wasn't just a bowl of green pepper like so so many other restaurants. This dish included broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, onions and red pepper. The sauce was Lucious and with the perfect amount of spice! I will definitely be going again soon!! read more

Pho Son - Chicken curry stirfry - Vietnamese Near Me - Burlington, Vermont

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We tried the banh mi, fried rice and pad thai. Everything was fresh and delicious. Next time, we will share because the portions were good sized. Service was fast and friendly. read more

I had never been here before and now I'll definitely be back! The restaurant itself was such a good vibe, it was so light and bright and clean and the perfect spot for a cute little date night! The service was super fast and friendly, our waters never went empty. The FOOD WAS PHENOMENAL. Very fresh and flavorful- I already can't wait to go back! read more

Pho Son - Grilled Steak (Banh Mi Bo) - Vietnamese Near Me - Burlington, Vermont

On a cold Burlington night nothing makes me feel better than a hot bowl of fresh Pho. Came in here on a Monday night. It was quiet and quaint inside. Only a few tables but luckily it wasn't crowded. The waitress sat our groups quickly and took our drink orders. They have alcoholic beverages but I chose to have a ginger ale. I ordered the Dac Biet, it came with medium rare brisket, flank brisket, fatty beef, and tendon. It came out quickly. Flavor was great and it was not too hot. Perfect for a cold night. The bean sprouts and mint leaves came out on the side so you can feel free to add as much or as little as you like. Good experience the only thing prevented them from getting 5 stars was they never brought out my ginger ale and at the end it took a while for them to bring my check after I was ready to go. read more

Pho Son - Vietnamese Near Me - Burlington, Vermont

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I took myself on a lunch date here. The atmosphere was welcoming and I was greeted by a nice person. I was sitting across from an amazing piece of art (see picture) I ordered rare steak pho. I was happy with the amount of sprouts basil and lemon they gave me The broth was good. I felt like something could make it next level. I'm just not sure what's missing. Overall it was a great experience and the food was good. read more

Pho Son - Inside Art - Vietnamese Near Me - Burlington, Vermont

I've come to Pho Son a handful of times throughout my years of school here in Burlington! The first few times I loved it! Everything was flavorful and fresh. I tried it again last weekend and am sad to say I will probably never return. The chicken pho was very bland. Even the sriracha, hoisin and additional fish sauce we asked for couldn't fix it. Not worth the $16 dollars spent! The broth was completely flavorless, the chicken and herbs were okay but couldn't make up for the lack of spices. Servers were sweet, maybe it was just a bad day? read more

Pho Son - Chicken pho - Vietnamese Near Me - Burlington, Vermont

I Postmated dinner from here, & everything I tried hit the spot: Shrimp & Pork Goi Con - fresh rice rolls w/peanut sauce Chao Tom - sugarcane shrimp Thin Flank Steak - w/rice, pickled veg, nuoc mam, & salad. This was my favorite - super tender & flavorful steak - cooked perfectly medium rare as ordered. Generous enough for yummy leftovers the next day too. This one made me want to order it again a few days later! Everything arrived packaged securely, & fresh. Definitely a repeat! read more

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Good pho place in Burlington. Props to owners taking care to cook and provide authentic viet foods. Pho was good, better than expected. We also got banh mi chicken which was delish. Iced coffee cappuccino is Vietnamese coffee, Fyi. read more

Food is great. Good service. Chill atmosphere The best! Would highly recommend. Always consistently good. Get the special padi with chicken or veggie. read more

Pho Son - Pad Thai Chicken - Vietnamese Near Me - Burlington, Vermont

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The beef pho is consistently delicious, chili oil is on point, and the staff is super friendly. I'd highly recommend!!

Really great place loved all the food and atmosphere. Waiters and Waitress were very nice and very attentive!

They are no longer open for lunch. Hours shown at the door and online are not correct. I'm giving 4 stars because their Pho soups are incredibly delicious. This was one of my favorite places to go for lunch. So this is sad and very unfortunate. read more

Came here for lunch because my family's usual Vietnamese spot Pho Dang in Winooski was closed on Sunday. The food was good but the service was atrocious. I'll address the food first. It was pretty good. Can't go wrong with pho. The Ba Bo La Lot (Beef in Betel Leaves) was something new I'd never tried before. It had a unique blend of flavors, very savory and just delicious. The fried spring rolls were pretty standard, fried and tasty. The pho was very good. It had the amazing blend of flavors and is competitive with many other Vietnamese restaurants. It's hard to describe in words, just an amazing mix! The broth is good. Unless a restaurant really messes it up, you really can't go wrong with pho As for the service, they were very unorganized. We had multiple servers come to our table but none of them seemed to coordinate with each other. Our servers forgot our appetizers until we already had our pho. But worst of all, when they were clearing the table one of the servers spilled fish sauce on my mom! It was a major hassle. I hope bad service isn't the norm, and that they were just overwhelmed due to staffing issues nationwide and the fact we came on a holiday weekend. The food has 4 stars but service (at least when I went) was 1 star. I'll round up to 3 stars just to give them the benefit of the doubt that it was just a bad day to come. Regardless, I probably won't come back and will stick to Pho Dang. read more

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Love this place. So easy going. Delicious Pho! Great service. Loved the bubble tea (they made it without sugar for me ). Inside or outside dining. read more

Pho Son - The meat Pho with added broccoli and carrots. Yum! - Vietnamese Near Me - Burlington, Vermont

If you have tried Viet food anywhere else you will be shocked at how this food resembles nothing like it. No flavor what so ever. All of their broth is beef!!! Even the veggie options so be aware if you have dietary restrictions. No salt or pepper even for the Burlington food scene.. Horrible service. There are many options in the area with better flavors. Save your time and money. read more

Solid Vietnamese Street Food. Friendly fast service. We sat in their outside seating, just right for the food.

Yesterday I went to Pho Son with my child. He informed the waiter that he was allergic to nuts and got an acknowledgement before making his order. When his appetizer came he noticed it was covered in peanuts. We left before eating anything because we couldn't trust that the food was safe for him. We understand that Vietnamese food is traditionally served with peanuts, but have enjoyed eating at other Vietnamese restaurants without incident upon informing the staff. If you have a nut allergy and decide to eat here, please be diligent when letting the staff know. Check your order extra carefully. read more

Best bahn mi's in Burlington!!! I used to go to a place off North Street in Burlington but the owner sold the business and the few other places I tried were horrible. I recently had a hankering for a bahn mi and jumped on Yelp to see what I could find. Pho Son is out of this world good! From the bread they use to the marinade on the beef to the vegetables....wow!! That's all I can say! Also, their prices are super fair for being in downtown Burlington. We also tried their boba drinks, delicious! read more

Pho Son - Grilled Steak Bahn Mi (Banh Mi Bo) - Vietnamese Near Me - Burlington, Vermont

A wonderful surprise on a Sunday morning! We were looking for an early lunch with our daughter who attends UVM so we could hit the long the road home early. Pho Son opened at 11 am. The staff was very helpful and accommodating. We were a group of 5 with a toddler. The food was super and we have eaten a lot of Vietnamese in many cities from Houston to NYC. The papaya salad was spot on and the pho was tasty and generously portioned with meats. Don't hesitate . There are a a lot of great options in Burlington and this is one of them. read more

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After years of being spoiled by great Vietnamese food in the Providence, RI area, Pho Son is the first place since moving back to Vermont where I didn't think "this would be better if I had just made it myself". Only downside: the bubble tea is priced way higher than I would expect. read more

Sooo good. Fresh, hot and delicious pho and Bahn mi. We also ordered the wonton mi and it was so comforting and filling. The service was attentive and friendly, definitely will be back and highly recommend! read more

Food was amazing, service was very attentive, great experience overall. Parking is easy too which was nice.

Never in my life have I ever had a server walk up to a table with a blank stare and not say anything. Haven't even received my food yet but I wouldn't recommend nor will I ever be back solely based on the service. If you like being ignored by the servers this place is for you. Will never EVER be back. Also I killed two bugs on our table. So tread lightly read more

Delicious, clean, kind waitress, a little pricey but hey it's burlington. I do think waitresses should cover their bellybutton to serve food though. read more

Food was ok, service was poor (slow at every turn, ordering delivery, bill delivery, and ultimately charging our card).

We went to celebrate a birthday at around 7pm on a Sunday and the restaurant was quiet. Everything came out very quick! The server was very nice and it was overall a good experience. We will definitely be back! read more

Pho Son - Vietnamese Near Me - Burlington, Vermont

Had a great meal highly recommend. Pho was excellent and cool drink menu to go along with it.

The food here is very fresh! I really loved the atmosphere. Service was ok and the prices were semi reasonable for downtown Burlington. When I walked in I waited to be seated. The seating is almost family style with tables next to one another within 3 to 6 inches. The environment wasn't loud. Typical college crowd but not rowdy, with pleasant background music/ noise. Within walking distance of the parking garage and The Flynn theater. You can bring in your own drinks and sharing with a friend is no extra charge... So what's not to love!! read more

The service was great and the soup was fresh, hot and satisfying. I had the lobster pho and it is highly recommended read more

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Never again I would go to this Vietnamese restaurant. Pricey, bad service, the taste of the food is not commensurate with the price. Not recommended to anyone! read more

Service was quick, food was delicious and generously portioned! This was a nice little surprise in Burlington

Great spot right off of church street. Authentic and fantastic. They have a side selection of traditional dishes and the restaurant atmosphere is uplifting and well designed. read more

Excellent vermicelli bowl and summer rolls and soup. And great service! Great casual place to go with friends, date or solo.

Awesome little spot in Burlington for your standard Vietnamese favorites! Their food is fresh, the service is on point and they've got it set up in a nice welcoming space! Highly recommend! read more