Our new pho spot. Used to be house of pho on Camden, but we left after we got tired of how much that place smelled like a public urinal and we also got tired of the attitude of the one lady that always works there (the oldest one - IYKYK). This place is great. Cleaner, much better service, and pho is fairly approtioned with meat. Top notch. read more

We wanted to try a different Vietnamese food place that wasn't in our area. We were already in the Cambrian area doing running some errands and decided to look up some Vietnamese food nearby. We noticed Pho Spot and luckily it was after lunch so it wasn't busy. We were sat down right away and we noticed the menu prices were very reasonable compared to some of the popular places in our area. We ordered Fresh Spring Rolls, Rare Steak Pho, and the Beef Stew with Bread. The Fresh Spring Rolls came out pretty fast! I really loved their peanut sauce! Some restaurants put too much hoisen and then you can barely taste the peanut flavor, but the peanut sauce here was really good! The rest of the food came out shortly after and we were really impressed with the portion of the food! The pho broth was pretty good and tastes very clean. I really liked my beef stew, but I wish there were less onions. There was a lot of onions and I took some out. But I really liked how the bread was toasted since some places will just microwave the bread instead of toasting it. The portions were actually so much that we ended up taking it home and eating the rest for dinner. Overall, it's a great little restaurant but a little far for us. If we're in the area, I could see us coming back to try other dishes. read more

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

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

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! read more

Pho Spot - In this photo we have the chicken pho in a regular sized bowl. - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

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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. read more

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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. read more

Pho Spot - Pho Dac Biet (regular). - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

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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! read more

Pho Spot - bahn mi - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

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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. read more

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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. read more

Pho Spot - Bún (vermicelli) with grilled pork - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

The service at this restaurant was absolutely terrible. The staff who showed us to our table were unfriendly and expressionless. A male server was serving our food, and when I asked for an extra bowl, he said it wasn't his responsibility and told me to ask another staff member. Later, the same male server suddenly asked me to pull my chair forward while I was in the middle of eating, even though there was plenty of space behind me and he could have easily walked around our table instead. Being told to move in the middle of my meal, when it was completely unnecessary. Overall, the staff's rude and unhelpful attitude made the entire experience very unpleasant. read more

I used to love this place but it all turned around on a visit last Tuesday. Walking in, I was created by a sour smell. It was mildew from whatever old rags they were cleaning the tables with. I mentioned it to the waitress who seated me, but she just shrugged. They must go nose blind or something. I should have just left at that point but I was hungry. I ordered the mixed fried rice, chicken and shrimp. They brought me pho soup instead and I waited another ten minutes to get my food. It was bland and I took half of it to go. Shortly afterwards I began to feel nauseated and that persisted for a day. I didn't want the leftovers and the person who consumed them also became ill. It's a shame because this place used to be one of my favorite spots to drop in. Bottom line: if the restaurant doesn't smell fresh and clean, don't eat there! read more

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. read more

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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. read more

Pho Spot - Vermicelli Bowl with Chicken and Eggrolls - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

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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 read more

Pho Spot - Chicken Pho, Lemongrass Chicken - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

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*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. read more

Pho Spot - Grilled Pork Rice Plate - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

Located within a small, outdoor strip mall next to an alteration shop, Pho Spot is on a quite part of Blossom Hill Rd near very nice residential areas. We found ourselves in Los Gatos yesterday in need of picking something up nearby, and found this place while searching on Yelp. Noticing the high ratings and simultaneous craving pho, it was an easy decision for us to stop by. Parking was readily available in the small, private lot. And despite its seemingly hole-in-the-wall nature, the inside was surprisingly clean, modern, and well-lit. Service was very friendly throughout, and we were allowed to sit ourselves wherever we preferred. My wife ordered a regular sized Savory Chicken bowl, while I opted for a regular Meatball Pho bowl. You can choose between rice noodle or egg noodle, but we both wanted to go the more traditional route for our pho, and stuck with the rice noodle. Regular sized bowls were $15.50 ea. And despite the name, was actually pretty large in nature and generously portioned with ingredients within. The pho's were satisfying and delicious, although slightly heavy on the MSG. Really enjoyed stopping by here, and look forward to making this a more regular stop every time we find ourselves in Los Gatos. Don't forget the free candy at the registers on your way out! read more

Pho Spot - Savory Chicken Pho (Regular) - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

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The restaurant was clean, the menu is simple, the staff were okay, and the food was just alright. It did the job but I would have hoped for more flavor in my food. I felt like the prices were comparable for the area. I don't see myself coming back for Pho but maybe for something else on their menu possibly. read more

Such a surprise to find. We were out thrifting and in need of Pho. It was so clean inside and the service was perfect. They didn't crowd or hover but also weren't indifferent to you being there. Had pho and a rice plate. It was all fire and look forward to going back again when on adventures. Wish we had one this good in our hood. read more

I'm no Pho expert but this Pho tastes consistently amazing and ingredients are fresh and tasty. The staff is really welcoming, give great service and the interior remodeling is in good taste and comfortable. read more

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

We've tried this place several times now and every time we get the pho, we are never let down. The broth is so clean and delicious compared to other pho places I've tried in the bay area. The combo banh mi is great also: crisp bread and enough fillings, and a generous portion of fries. The ambiance is nice and spacious too, and the service is great. This has become our go to for pho. read more

The food was excellent, the service was top notch and the place was clean. Our first time there, with plans to return! read more

Absolutely fantastic. Good quality, big portions and great flavor. Had the Bun with grilled pork (was properly marinated) nice size prawns with the perfect grilled char. One of the best Bun bowls that I have had. Everything I saw come out of the kitchen looked really good. I'm going to try the Pho next time. Very satisfied with this place. I am glad I stopped by. read more

Pho Spot - 25 excellent! - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

My noodles tasted stale, kind of like day old noodles that sat in the fridge and got microwaved. There was a "fresh" noodle option, for an upcharge fee, which may have tasted better. I just think fresh noodles should be the standard for everything. I got the brisket and it was very dry and tough. Not really worth the money. The food was edible but you're better off driving to the east side for authentic fresh pho. read more

One of the best pho spots I've visited in San Jose. The broth was rich and flavorful, the meat tender, and the herbs fresh and aromatic. However, this may be our last visit due to a concerning safety issue. For the first time, we couldn't find parking in front and had to park in the back of the restaurant. There, we noticed an electric vehicle being charged using a setup that looked improvised and unsafe. The charger was wired oddly, and there was a strange noise coming from the white car that was plugged in. What really worried me was the proximity of this charging station to the restaurant's kitchen and gas lines. In the event of a malfunction or fire, the consequences could be severe. This setup seems like a serious safety hazard, and it's not something that should be taken lightly. Charging an electric vehicle so close to a commercial kitchen is a major red flag. Great food, but safety has to come first. read more

Solid pho spot, generous portion size and tasty pho! The spring rolls were also very tasty as well and came with a huge bowl of the peanut sauce. Food came out super quickly once I ordered, and there are plenty of seats inside. They also handle a good amount of togo orders as well, you can either call in or order online. I also saw someone bring their own pot for their order, and they got their order within 10 minutes. I didn't finish my meal and the food was still great as leftovers. Staff was very pleasant and friendly. No frills here, but a lovely pho spot. Small lot for parking but should be sufficient. Would definitely come back when I'm craving pho! read more

Pho Spot - Rare steak pho (regular) - $15.50 - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

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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.

10/10 would come back!! We ordered the chicken and brisket pho, and the quality of meat and fresh veggies really stood out. The servings are generous and the taste is on point. We appreciated how clean the restaurant was and how kind all of the staff were. Can't wait to come back here. read more

Pho Spot - Chicken and veggies pho. SO GOOD! - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

Revisited this Pho restaurant after a year , and I was totally surprise about their services and food quality . We ordered the spring roll , and also the pork with egg roll with rice . The spring roll was so fresh , the skin of the roll was soft , and the vegi inside was so fresh . The rice plate was pretty big in portion , and the egg roll was so crispy . Overall I love their food and services . We were there around noon time Friday and the restaurant was full of customer without any empty table available , but the waitress cleanup the table fast , and defiantly efficient . I would defiantly visit this restaurant more often read more

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Overall experience was okay. Food was good but you can tell they add a lot of msg in their pho broth. They do however give you a lot of meat. Vermicelli was decent, was more on the sweeter side than I'm used to. Service was great. Very kind workers! Ambiance was good too, lots of space. read more

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

I wanted to like this place. I love bahn mi and wanted something closer to home. Unfortunately it didn't taste like the authentic bahn mi I have had from the east San Jose or Milpitas. One of my favorite things about bahn me is the homemade Vietnamese mayo this was not it. I always do the grilled pork, this was thick fatty, chewy, and cut way too thick. read more

Pho Spot - Cut too thick, tough, and very fatty - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

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

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

Decided to get my Banh mi sandwich groove on. Read the reviews on this place. I got two sandwiches. The grilled chicken and the grilled pork. My chicken sandwich was kind of bland. Old and dry. No sauce or mayo or anything to get my NOM NOM on. The grilled pork was pretty good. 27 year old daughter enjoyed that one. Place is small and parking is a little difficult. The young help up front was excellent. They knew the menu and helped me decide. The bread was fresh. Jalapeno was screaming and cilantro gave me some serious craving for a COLD ONE!! I have tried other places and the flavor was missing here at this place. They need to moisten up the sandwich a little. Not too much. Don't make it into a SLOPPY JOE like we all got in grade school in the USA. But a little mayo or mustard or special ingredients they may have in the freezer. Will not be back. read more

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The good: I enjoyed the beef stew (bò kho). You can order it with bread (my preference) or with phở noodles. The bad: The grilled pork (thịt nướng) looked good but unfortunately it had absolutely zero flavor. It was so bland that my wife thought maybe she got COVID. Disappointing. Additionally, the water here last time was a little unpleasant -- lukewarm and with way too much essence of lemon. read more

Pho Spot - #20 Vietnamese Beef Stew with Bread (Bò Kho Bánh Mì) - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

Came here a couple times when I was battling a cold and craving some pho. They have a small parking lot out front and currently they're only accepting cash only. I called in my order ahead of time and it was ready upon pickup. First time I ordered chicken pho, second time I ordered beef combination pho. HIGHLY recommend the beef pho, that was so good, comforting, and flavorful. The chicken pho wasn't impressive, the chicken was dry and it generally lacked flavor, but it's hard to master a good chicken pho. Both times I ordered their spring rolls which comes with both pork and shrimp. The peanut dipping sauce is so tasty. I would come here just to get those honestly. read more

Pho Spot - Chicken Pho - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

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

This place was recommended by a friend. It was good. Just an FYI the shrimp spring rolls have thin slices of pork in it. Kind of weird for me. It was stated in the menu description so it's not any fault of the restaurant. All was well till I looked. Bun Lemongrass Chicken was really good. I would order it again. They give you scissors to cut up the chicken. I'm not familiar with this process, but it sure was efficient. The place was clean and friendly. The tables were spread apart. They had different size tables to accommodate parties. We ate a Friday in October around 12:30. The service was fast. I think you should try this place out. You will love it. read more