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    Pho Tasty

    4.0 (92 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Isabella R.

    I really enjoyed this restaurant and went out here with a couple associates after the grand opening of a oholone park. Definitely fixed the soup craving that I was having. They also have a large variety of different type of pho. The service was great and attentive and the ambiance was clean, nice and peaceful. Only thing I was bummed about was that we came at around 11 AM and the only broth that they had was a beef broth and vegetable broth and I was really craving chicken broth! Overall, will definitely be back if in the area!

    Andy T.

    - Ambiance - 4/5 The interior gives off a classy vibe -- though it also feels like they ran out of funding before fully finishing the look. Everything was clean and well-kept. A few TVs around if you're into watching sports while you eat. - Service - 4/5 I was seated right away after walking in, and the food came out relatively quickly. Smooth and efficient service overall. - Food - 4/5 Dish Ordered: Pho Dac Biet (XL Combination) * Taste: Great quality meats with a nice assortment -- tendon, tripe, brisket, and more. The broth was tasty, though it didn't quite have that long-simmered depth. The noodles, however, were cooked perfectly. * Smell: Neutral, nothing off-putting. * Presentation: Standard, nothing fancy but neat. - Additional Comments - There's something about sipping hot bone broth and breaking a sweat that feels amazing -- like it pushes all the cold out of your body. If you're ever in Berkeley, definitely check this spot out for a comforting bowl of pho.

    Combination Appetizer
    Carolyn T.

    So disappointed and we love Vietnamese food . The appetizer combo was nothing Vietnamese . The 3 bowls of different pho were all disappointing. My meat and tendon bowl was maybe fat and a few slices of meat. The normal meat pho also had very few slides of meat. The tripe was hidden in the 3rd bowl ! They gave us so little sprouts for 3 bowls ... very disappointing. And the soup was very salty .

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    Julia V.

    Came here for a weekday lunch. There is quite a juxtaposition between the gruff but attentive server and the sleek modern appearance - faux marble tables and very comfortable upholstered seating, between the mounted televisions and the evening jazz playing. But somehow it works. The murals depicting Vietnam were a nice touch, too. The seafood pho was delicious, with a choice of egg or rice noodles, and if you order tea, the teapot comes with its own candle warmer. Cute! Lots of patrons engaged in conversation or sitting quietly absorbed in people watching or reading. I'd return.

    Dont let the photo fool you, for a $20 plate of "sliced pork" over rice, the total amount of pork fit entirely on 1 spoon. I understand portion size is subjective per person but for this price point it seems ridiculous. Staff was also very inattentive disappearing entirely for large amounts of time leaving multiple guests, not just us, wondering how to pay our bill.

    Ca Kho To (Catfish Clay Pot)
    Sharlyne Y.

    Service was great! The owner and waiter were so nice! The waiter was very tentative. I ordered the Bun Bo Hue and it was really good but I actually went there for the Ca Kho To (Braised Catfish). I have been wanting to try that dish and it did not disappoint. It was sweet and savory and ughh so damn good! My sister ordered the Pho and usually she would have to add a lot of lime but the broth was PERFECT! I would definitely come back and highly recommend this restaurant. The picture doesn't do it justice.

    Filet Mignon Pho
    Mikey W.

    While there are plenty of great options for Vietnamese food in the bay area, this place really stood out to me on my lunch adventure. The service was quick and friendly, and before long I had an excellent bowl of filet mignon Pho Bo presented to me. The broth was perfectly balanced with all the subtle notes of savory and sweet playing with the thinly sliced and perfectly raw meat that was cooking in the soup right as it dropped. The noodles were a healthy serving and the toppings were fresh. I would come back here in a heartbeat anytime I'm looking for an excellent meal! Would love to try some of the other dishes as well as I'm sure they'd be just as tasty.

    Shane S.

    Pho Tasty in Berkeley is quite alright. They dish up Vietnamese cuisine specializing in pho. Many vegan options on the menu. I enjoyed a hearty nourishing bowl of the Vegetable Pho Chay that came with heaps of veggies in a vegetable broth and added tofu. It was quite alright. Service was very friendly along with being accommodating. There are two screens in the restaurant that were showing sports including a tennis game and the Lakers vs Grizzlies basketball game. I saw LeBron and company against the Grizzlies with Scottie Pippen junior who is a dynamic 23 year old guard who while shorter than his hall of fame father still has serious game. Scottie Pippen attended the game so enjoyed my bowl of pho and got to take in some hoops. Recommended for tasty nourishing pho in the heart of Berkeley with plenty of vegan options.

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    Victor G.

    Pho Tasty opened in The Happy Holigan's vacated space. Interior totally furnished with wall murals. Offerings: Filet Mignon, tofu/vegetables, poultry, seafood, pork, stir fried noodles, charboiled meats, fried rice, pho Bo, pho ga, clay pots, apps, Eats: Bun Rieu (18) -a mix of tofu cubes, vermicelli noodles, ground pork meatballs, cha lau in a tomato & "fresh crab" broth. Didn't taste crab, tasted a lot of shrimp paste. Topped with scallion, cilantro, basil, iceberg lettuce, jalepeno slices, lime squeeze. -blood cubes, pig feet not noticed. The former due to many patrons dislike of it. *tastes similar though missing a few key items. Shrimp paste was the main reason for bun Rieu taste. Leftovers: -would have ordered something else if I had read ingredient list throughly. -difficult to access location due to routing on street traffic.

    Vegetable Pho Chay

    Not too busy on a Saturday, very clean restaurant. Workers are super nice. I got the vegetarian pho and it was great, broth could've been better. Would visit again!

    Menu as of Nov 2022
    Emmeline W.

    This corner keeps rotating businesses... Used to be Gecko Gecko Thai (hence the giant mosaic geckos) for a while, then some other short stints, then Happy Hooligans briefly, to Pho Tasty today. Def an upgrade but I imagine it's hard to stand out in the sea of Viet spots in Berkeley ._. Always empty... This location is only a street over from both University and Shattuck, but already sees drastically less foot traffic as it's tightly packed into the concrete jungle. We visited after a trip to the Saturday farmar on Center St. Service was slow, it seems like only one person is working here? AVOCADO CRAB RANGOON: There's very little crab flavor, mostly bland avocado and unseasoned wonton wrapper. The sauce is SO syrupy-sweet, tastes pre-made. CHICKEN RICE PLATE: Too salty, almost hard to eat. Chicken portions are also small for the price. Their fish sauce is extremely briny and acrid, not as sweet or as well-balanced as other spots... Didn't complement the rice or chicken at all. My bf's Seafood Noodle Soup was ok, good broth but not much seafood. Tigon is better.

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    great service and good food! will definitely come back! the staff is very polite. i enjoyed the experience.

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    Very tasty and fast. Got the pho bo, pork vermicelli, egg rolls, beef rolls. All excellent!

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    4 years ago

    Great new restaurant. Both pho, other noodle soups, and Chinese food. Many vegetarian options. Great location near Berkeley Rep.

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    4 years ago

    Had the chicken soup and broth was fine but noodles were gummy. Was pricey as well. Nice service and friendly staff though.

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    Delicious Pho and Crab Rangoon's! the food was done in. a timely manner and the service was friendly! Will definitely be back!

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