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    Pho Spot

    4.1 (563 reviews)
    ModerateVietnamese
    Open 10:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    In this photo we have the chicken pho in a regular sized bowl.
    Aleksandra T.

    The service was fast and polite. Their ambiance was very nice and authentic. The food was definitely extremely delicious. I will be coming here again. Thank you Pho Spot!

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    Sokna S.

    Food: 4/5 Pho was ordered large with plenty, flavor was ok. Nice meet quantity and noodles. Nice condiments and portion. Service: 4/5 Staff was quick, food order came out quickly. Ambiance: 3/5 Was ok, clean.

    Pho Dac Biet (regular).
    Tram N.

    The place was packed. Gavin wasn't feeling too hot, so we left football practice early to grab pho for him. I was delighted to see they have vegetarian options since I was not eating meat that day. We stood at the entrance for sometime before being acknowledged. After a while I spoke up to ask if we can seat ourselves. The service was short. The food came out pretty quick. I remember Gavin enjoying the pho. My banh mi dau huu was very dry. The pickled daikon and carrots needed more time in the concoction in my opinion. Served with potato chips. Not my cup of tea.

    bahn mi
    Yan L.

    Genuinely surprised, I was here a 5 years ago last time and wow has this place improved. I did get the banh mi this time, rather than a pho because I've already had the best pho in San Jose and there's no beating it (spicy beef broth at pho luc luc). But this Pho Spot did have a smackin' banh mi. The chicken was fresh, the portion sizes were GENEROUS, and I felt like I really got my moneys worth, which at the end of the day is the most important thing (to me). Definitely give this place a shot, I recommend the chicken banh mi!

    Meng E.

    My friend and I have been coming to this pho place for years. The service has always been great - friendly, quick and efficient. The presentation is wonderful; our food looks delicious and very appetizing. The portion is great and I can never finish my plate. It used to be much smaller, but has recently opened up and there is more space for people to sit and eat. We usually don't have to wait for a spot, even when it was smaller - unless it's the weekend. While I still enjoy the food, I have to say that I think it doesn't quite taste as good as when we first found it. There's a lack of depth of flavor - as if it's missing something that would tie it all better together. The ingredients are fresh and it's cooked well - it's just missing that extra something to make it 5 stars in taste. Overall, not a bad place to grab some lunch/dinner. Everything I've tried is decent, but I usually stick to the vermicelli bowls because of the fresh veggies.

    Bún (vermicelli) with grilled pork
    Ethan W.

    TL;DR Great food, ENORMOUS portion. Great: Chicken skewer appetizer - juicy and flavorful even without the provided sauce. Bún with grilled pork - My go-to at any Vietnamese spot. Pork is tender and well marinated. They effectively serve this in a mixing bowl, so show up hungry! Service is attentive and friendly, and the place is comfortable and clean.

    Seafood Pho
    Maya K.

    The soup noodles here are great. The broth is flavorful without being overly sweetened and the large portion is huge. Service is quick and friendly. Clean, casual and bright interior. Highly recommend.

    Vermicelli Bowl with Chicken and Eggrolls
    Stephanie T.

    I give this place a 3.5, but if you ask me why didn't I just give it the 4 stars? Well.. it's hard to say. The food here is delicious, but not memorable. It's just missing the something special. My partner and I ordered the chicken salad and Vietnamese coffee to share. He had pho while I got the vermicelli bowl with chicken and eggrolls. Pho - meat was tender and plentiful, broth was aromatic, yet overall it missed the last pow of flavor. Chicken salad - plentiful and fresh, but it was bitter for some reason. We were not able to narrow down what made it bitter. Vermicelli Bowl - also plentiful and fresh, but the chicken was a little dry. The egg rolls were not seasoned enough. The fish sauce was not salty nor tangy enough. Overall, it had all the elements I like in my dishes. They definitely hit the ingredients check list better than most restaurants, but something about the flavor just missed the wow factor for me. Combined with the distance since I do not live in the general area, I probably wouldn't be back. Fun fact: I have been here before pre-pandemic but I did not realize.

    Chicken Pho, Lemongrass Chicken
    Natalia G.

    Come prepared to eat!! We ordered the Large Chicken Pho and it was enough to share between the two of us and take some home. We also ordered the Lemongrass chicken with Crispy egg rolls and let me just say WOW!! Both plates were so delicious we left that place more than satisfied and full!! Chicken Pho: 10/10 Lemongrass Chicken: 10/10

    Grilled Pork Rice Plate
    James M.

    *Non-Pho Review* As someone who doesn't like pho, I can't speak to the namesake dish of the restaurant but for all those who are often dragged to Vietnamese restaurants by their pho-loving relatives & friends, this one's for you. Pho Spot absolutely knocks it out of the park with one key item, their Grilled Pork. The flavor-packed pork at Pho Spot is far and away the best I've found at any pho restaurant. Combine great meat with generous portions, fresh veggies, and a high-quality crispy french roll and you have yourself one of the best Banh Mi in San Jose. The pork is good enough to stand on its own, so if you are feeling a different option I can definitely recommend the Grilled Pork Rice Plate as well. While I can't personally speak to the pho, my wife really likes it and she is quite critical of pho overall so I would say that's definitely a good sign. In terms of ambiance, it's a very clean and inviting space and they've always provided us with excellent service. If you are looking for your next bowl of pho or just craving some Vietnamese, I would definitely recommend checking out Pho Spot.

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    Excellent food and service, very authentic. Felt like full of regulars enjoying the experience.

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    This place is super clean and organized. Waiters were very quick and polite. Food was good amount and fresh.

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    I love this place. It is somewhere mg friends and I go all the time. The food is great and I love the staff!

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    The best banh mi sandwiches and rolls. Amazing prices. Definitely give it a try. One of our favs in San Jose.

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    7 months ago

    Just a great place for a good bowl of pho, fresh spring rolls, sandwiches, chicken skewers. Everything fresh and delicious.

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    Great home style Vietnamese pho that I love to go with family whenever I need to have some hot soup.

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    1 year ago

    They must have used soft rolls temporarily, because now they use a regular baguette and I must say the bahn mis are glorious.

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    Never disappoints. Friendly and always thoughtful service. Easy for take out or indoor dining. Food is fresh.

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    8.4 mi
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    Decided to try something new in the area and can't believe I haven't been here before. Been on the…read morehunt for some good banh canh with light broth and not the thick kind, and it was a delight!! I loved my soup, perfect portion size and flavorful. Not too salty, a bit on the sweeter side. Bun Bo hue was decent, broth is a little lighter than I preferred, not too oily, good flavor! We were so full from our noodles we struggled finishing the banh cuon. Fast service, loved the bell you could ring for quicker service, very nice and modern interior. Everything is very updated, plenty of space and light.

    It's been a few years since I've been back here. In town…read morefor work and no more group dinner. Wanted a quiet evening enjoying Vietnamese food. Not a fan of the parking lot but doable. Went in and he walked me to a table in anew section to the right side. The last time I was here, this section did not exist as it was a separate store. Looks like Tay Ho bought the store next door and the. Knocked down the wall and expanded their restaurant. The whole restaurant is pretty big now A nice selection of items. Food was good. Not great but doable and as there are not of Vietnamese restaurants in the area, this works well. Service was great. Food came out so timely without much wait. Enjoyed my quiet meal tonight.

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    If you're anywhere near Branham and Ross seeking Vietnamese , Pho Luc Lac is absolutely worth a…read morestop. My wife and I tried it for the first time, and you can tell right away this place has been around and knows what it's doing. Simple setup; steady crowd even on a Sunday night; always a good sign. I ordered the large chicken pho, and my wife had the chicken fried rice, which she really enjoyed. The pho was excellent; rich, flavorful broth; great noodles; and a portion size that humbled me. I couldn't quite finish it, which doesn't happen often. Only minor note; I would've liked a few more vegetables, but I'm sure they would've brought more if I asked. Service is quick and efficient. Like many traditional pho spots, you eat first, then go up to the register and tell them your table number to pay; seasoned move is to remember your number and handle it like a regular. Five stars from me. I'll definitely be back; next time I've got my eye on the brisket. Honestly, it's tough to find really good pho in this part of San Jose without heading up to North San Jose or Milpitas, but if you're in the Cambrian area, this might be your spot.

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