Pho Tay Bac

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Jeremy S.

This time, I decided to get something light and ordered the barbecue pork spring rolls (four pieces). Service was great as usual since the food arrived quickly. Also, the ambience was quiet with calm piano music playing in the background. Unfortunately, there was a mosquito that bit my hand before we got our food. The spring rolls were tasty with the peanut sauce, but the wrapping was very sticky. This made some of the spring rolls tear.

Joanne K.

TL;DR Comforting, hearty Vietnamese food with generous portions. Sweet family-owned business. Food: I got the egg rolls and meatball pho. The egg rolls are crispy, have a simple filling, but delicious. The pho is aromatic and light, a flavor I keep coming back for. The meatballs taste homemade, with a slight sesame oil flavor. I always dip the meatballs in sriracha and hoisin sauce. The add on vegetables are super fresh, and the jalapeños are also spicy. Service and Ambiance: I go here often, and they are always so sweet. The ambiance is very quiet and relaxing.

Charmaine P.

Pretty good pho. Service was good. I was in a bit of a rush for a quick dinner but this place will not disappoint.

Micaella M.

Came here with my daughter and we ordered the brisket pho. This is my second time coming to this restaurant and it didn't seem to miss the mark this time. It is a family owned restaurant, food came out pretty fast, and the service was great!

Amenda L.

Came here with my partner around 12PM for lunch. Vibes It is a super humble and small shop that seems family owned. Where the bathroom is past the kitchen. Which for asian food, is totally my vibe. It wasn't filled to the brim but had a few large families eating here. Service Fantastic! It was one kind sweet lady taking everyone orders and take care of everyone. She was not overbearing but she had a very welcoming vibe to her that I really enjoyed. Food I ordered the shaken beef with yellow rice. The sauce was SUPER flavorful and the rice was fresh! The meat was a tiny bit tough but on par to most vietnamese restaurants I've been to. Overall, I would come back if I was in the area! I really liked the vibes of the shop and would go back for that alone.

Matthew C.

Came in for a quick lunch and went with the BBQ pork sandwich while my friend ordered a bowl of pho. The sandwich was the highlight. The baguette had a nice crunch on the outside with a soft interior, and the pork was flavorful and slightly caramelized, paired with crisp pickled vegetables and a light spread that pulled it all together. It was filling without feeling too heavy. The pho my friend had leaned on the mild side. The broth was clean but lacked some of the deeper flavor you'd expect. Not bad by any means, just a little underwhelming without the addition of extra herbs, lime, and sauces. Service was polite and efficient. We were seated quickly and food came out in a timely manner. The staff checked in once without being intrusive, and everything was brought to the table hot and neatly presented. The space is casual and functional. It's clean, with simple decor and plenty of seating. Good for a relaxed meal with friends or a solo bite without much fuss. Overall, Pho Tay Bac is a solid spot. The BBQ pork sandwich is worth ordering again, and while the pho could use a bit more depth, it still makes for a comforting meal. Would return to try a few other items on the menu.

Ronald E.

GREAT attentive service. Got the Seafood Noodle soup. Broth taste was deep/rich. A wonderful meal

I always get the pho brisket. It's so good! Anytime I am craving pho this is my go to place.

Eunice S.

If you like pho with a warming, hearty and fulfilling broth, this is the place. Their fresh and clean ingredients such as seafoods don't smell and mints, bean spouts, lime slices and jalapeno slices are crisp. They even offer you sliced onions, which is another great things about this restaurant. If you want an appetizer and can't decide what to order, then go for both spring rolls and egg rolls since they are scrumptious. The service is superb and it is such a delight interacting with the servers and the owner. They all are very lovely people that you would want to come back soon. The restaurant is pretty spacious so it is a good place for not only couple people but also a group. There is plenty of parking so you won't have a problem finding one.

Chang L.

Food was amazing. I ordered a Pho with Shrimp Rolls and it was delicious. Quaint location with classical music playing

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This pho was delicious. Authentic. Not salty at all. Spring rolls were also fresh and good, along with the peanut sauce

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The service was much better a couple of years ago - now there are two bored looking employees that frequently make errors. And when they answer the phone they just say "Hello?" instead of saying the business name. I keep thinking I dialed the wrong number! A few months ago I ordered pho (takeout) and got home to see that they forgot the little bag of veggies, herbs, limes, sauces, etc!! It was so annoying to have to drive back to get it and the employee barely mumbled "sorry" in the same bored, nasal-y voice she answered the phone. They don't include sauces for the rice dishes; we have to ask for it and they only give 1. They used to automatically include at least 2 sauces. About a month ago my husband received the wrong order and had to drive back. And the last time I ordered the vermicelli dish, they forgot the chopped peanuts. Small detail but very noticeable while eating it. Some of the food is good but there have been times that it didn't taste as fresh - especially the shrimp and the egg in the fried rice. read more

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Anthony H.

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I honestly don't understand why this place is rated so highly. I've had pho at many restaurants over the years, and unfortunately this wasn't one of the better ones. The restaurant felt very run-down and in need of a thorough cleaning and some much-needed updates. I usually love hole-in-the-wall restaurants because they're often where you find the best food, but that wasn't the case here. The overall cleanliness made me uncomfortable, and the food simply didn't make up for it. I don't enjoy leaving negative reviews, but based on my experience, I wouldn't recommend this restaurant and don't plan on returning. read more

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Jeremy S.

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This time, I decided to get something light and ordered the barbecue pork spring rolls (four pieces). Service was great as usual since the food arrived quickly. Also, the ambience was quiet with calm piano music playing in the background. Unfortunately, there was a mosquito that bit my hand before we got our food. The spring rolls were tasty with the peanut sauce, but the wrapping was very sticky. This made some of the spring rolls tear. read more

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Joanne K.

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TL;DR Comforting, hearty Vietnamese food with generous portions. Sweet family-owned business. Food: I got the egg rolls and meatball pho. The egg rolls are crispy, have a simple filling, but delicious. The pho is aromatic and light, a flavor I keep coming back for. The meatballs taste homemade, with a slight sesame oil flavor. I always dip the meatballs in sriracha and hoisin sauce. The add on vegetables are super fresh, and the jalapeños are also spicy. Service and Ambiance: I go here often, and they are always so sweet. The ambiance is very quiet and relaxing. read more

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Charmaine P.

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Pretty good pho. Service was good. I was in a bit of a rush for a quick dinner but this place will not disappoint. read more

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Micaella M.

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Came here with my daughter and we ordered the brisket pho. This is my second time coming to this restaurant and it didn't seem to miss the mark this time. It is a family owned restaurant, food came out pretty fast, and the service was great! read more

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Great PHO. The spring veggie Rolls were spot on. Service was quick. Didn't care too much for the Jazmine read more

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Leslie T.

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I ended up with food poisoning from eating the combo bun noodle. The sauce it came with was very plain, no pickled carrots or radishes like other places. We also ordered beef ball pho and chicken fried rice noodles. The rice noodles were ok but chicken pieces were big and not sliced small to eat, the bok choy were not even chopped. Taste was ok but not good presentation or easy to eat, especially for my kid. Only reason why I would give them 2 stars is because of their pricing of menu and service. Ambiance kind of odd. I don't think I would come back. read more

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Amenda L.

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Came here with my partner around 12PM for lunch. Vibes It is a super humble and small shop that seems family owned. Where the bathroom is past the kitchen. Which for asian food, is totally my vibe. It wasn't filled to the brim but had a few large families eating here. Service Fantastic! It was one kind sweet lady taking everyone orders and take care of everyone. She was not overbearing but she had a very welcoming vibe to her that I really enjoyed. Food I ordered the shaken beef with yellow rice. The sauce was SUPER flavorful and the rice was fresh! The meat was a tiny bit tough but on par to most vietnamese restaurants I've been to. Overall, I would come back if I was in the area! I really liked the vibes of the shop and would go back for that alone. read more

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Craig L.

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This is our go to Pho restaurant. Good and fast service coupled with good food. It's hit

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Matthew C.

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Came in for a quick lunch and went with the BBQ pork sandwich while my friend ordered a bowl of pho. The sandwich was the highlight. The baguette had a nice crunch on the outside with a soft interior, and the pork was flavorful and slightly caramelized, paired with crisp pickled vegetables and a light spread that pulled it all together. It was filling without feeling too heavy. The pho my friend had leaned on the mild side. The broth was clean but lacked some of the deeper flavor you'd expect. Not bad by any means, just a little underwhelming without the addition of extra herbs, lime, and sauces. Service was polite and efficient. We were seated quickly and food came out in a timely manner. The staff checked in once without being intrusive, and everything was brought to the table hot and neatly presented. The space is casual and functional. It's clean, with simple decor and plenty of seating. Good for a relaxed meal with friends or a solo bite without much fuss. Overall, Pho Tay Bac is a solid spot. The BBQ pork sandwich is worth ordering again, and while the pho could use a bit more depth, it still makes for a comforting meal. Would return to try a few other items on the menu. read more

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Todd B.

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Food: 5* Service: 5* Ordered food for pick up. I ordered the bbq pork (2) and shrimp (2) spring rolls. I also ordered the special combo noodle soup (pho). Each were delicious. The bbq pork was smoky and flavorful. The shrimp rolls were soft, tasty, and herbaceous. The dipping sauce, once 8 added the provided sambal olek or sriracha sauce was perfect. The pho was ample, I ordered the large, for two meals. Good amount in both quantity and variety of meat. The soup base was very flavorful. The accompanying herbs and sides for the soup were great. I just love the Thai basil, it is so strong and almost anise like. Very punchy which helps to lift the flavor of the broth. I would return. read more

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Nicole B.

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Another great meal! I always order the pho thai and egg rolls. They are always fresh and delicious. Customer service is great too.

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Lina YK H.

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This is my go to pho spot whenever I crave pho. I went multiple times and they taste good each time. The broth tastes cleaner (hopefully due to less msg or artificial seasoning). And their servers are super friendly! Thank you.. read more

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Ronald E.

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GREAT attentive service. Got the Seafood Noodle soup. Broth taste was deep/rich. A wonderful meal read more

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Audrey V.

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I always get the pho brisket. It's so good! Anytime I am craving pho this is my go to place. read more

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Mark N.

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Every time we come here the Pho soup with brisket and Rare beef is consistently good. The employees are always friendly too. Prices are reasonable. read more

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Eunice S.

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If you like pho with a warming, hearty and fulfilling broth, this is the place. Their fresh and clean ingredients such as seafoods don't smell and mints, bean spouts, lime slices and jalapeno slices are crisp. They even offer you sliced onions, which is another great things about this restaurant. If you want an appetizer and can't decide what to order, then go for both spring rolls and egg rolls since they are scrumptious. The service is superb and it is such a delight interacting with the servers and the owner. They all are very lovely people that you would want to come back soon. The restaurant is pretty spacious so it is a good place for not only couple people but also a group. There is plenty of parking so you won't have a problem finding one. read more

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Susan F.

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This is me and my fiancé's go-to pho place! We found this place randomly 3 years ago and we come at least once a month... Sometimes 2 or 3, especially if it's cold and rainy! The soup is hardy and for the price point, you get a ton of food. It also comes out quick! We always get the P1 and P5 pho, but we have also tried the spring rolls and bahn mi - which are also good. The peanut sauce that goes with the spring rolls is delicious! Service is always good (shout out to Sal) and there is usually no wait for a table. When we order take away, it is packaged well and the soup is still very hot when we get home. read more

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Chang L.

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Food was amazing. I ordered a Pho with Shrimp Rolls and it was delicious. Quaint location with classical music playing read more

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Lisa M.

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Delicious pho and BBQ fried rice! Friendly staff and plenty of seating. High chairs are available for babies, and there's also a restroom on-site. read more

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Jess U.

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The cashier/server provided excellent customer service! We will definitely be back for more yummy pho and egg rolls!

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Jessica G.

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It's the closest pho place to me, also really good and fantastic service! I went in to have a solo lunch I was hungry and needed something warm for a cold gloomy day and it always hits the spot!! I got seated and my order taken right away and the lady was so sweet! It was pretty busy for a lunch hour but got my food fast and hot just how I like it! The parking lot is small but I seem to always find a spot. Thank you for my delicious bowl of pho and wonderful service I can always count on you guys. Have a beautiful day :) Aloha read more

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Rico B.

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Pho Tay Bac is one of my favorite spots for pho! The broth is rich, flavorful, and tastes like it's been simmering for hours. The ingredients are always fresh and the portions are generous. The service is friendly and the restaurant has a comfortable, welcoming atmosphere. If you're craving authentic Vietnamese pho, this place definitely hits the spot. Highly recommend! read more

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Josh B.

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We started going here over 6 months ago. We've eaten in store and the staff was very friendly. We usually get to go and it's always packaged amazing. The food itself is amazing. If you haven't had Pho before, I would recommend this place. read more

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Nick A.

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Good food that has quality beef flavor. Love the service & traditional things here. I would come again. read more

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Milly T.

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Staff is always friendly! I will say though skip out on the banh m, it was less than mid. read more

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Reese J.

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Pho Tay Bac is in a fairly small plaza so I can see parking can be an issue during prime time hours. We visited on a Wednesday during lunch and got decent parking. I want to say that the customer service was my fave experience at Pho Tay Bac. The restaurant has fair aesthetics, nothing fancy but nothing to turn away from either. The food was also just fair to me, nothing to rave about, nothing I would crave. read more

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Emily V.

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So nice, we've been here twice! The broth of the pho has good flavor. I love their spring rolls!! This place feels comforting. You can order food to go/ pick up or you can dine in by just sitting anywhere and the employees tend to you right away! Food comes out fast too! Make sure you stop by and give them a try. read more

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Richard F.

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Good food. Excellent broth. Service was good too. No complaints. Happy to have a nice spot close to home.

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Valentina R.

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Wow!! Wanted something light and with fresh ingredients. Very satisfying. Ordered the beef with Vermicelli noodles and and appetizer platter. All so good. Sauces came with it and also very good. I am a fan and will be back read more

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Ariana H.

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Still as good as ever. Took my parents for the first time and they think it's the best pho in the area (along with the spring rolls and beef brisket). read more

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Wayne H.

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I work around the corner from Pho Tay Bac, and my office orders from here quite a bit. Everyone in my office loves the food here! They are quick, friendly, great tasting, and very well priced! Highly recommend this place. Try the shrimp spring rolls, bahn mi sandwiches, and fried rice with BBQ pork. soups are amazing too! read more

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Michelle Y.

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A friend changed my opinion of Pho after he brought me to this place today. In the past, I've had multiple mediocre experiences with other Pho restaurants and thus avoided Pho for more than half a decade. However, coming back here was a wise decision, especially when I was really hungry and wanted to try something different in case my taste buds have changed. The service was alright, the atmosphere is very welcoming and waiting time was fast. The food makes it worth coming back here; I ordered a fried rice dish with fish and it didn't disappoint. The portion was of a good size too. I would definitely come back to this place to try out their other dishes. I love that they have different menus with visuals, it helps!! read more

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Smita N.

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Hearty Vietnamese food at really affordable prices in La Habra. Truly one of my favorite ways to end a night and the delicious broth and friendly service are winners in my book. read more

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Maria R.

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Loads of vegetables with the chicken egg noodle and very flavorful. Brisket PHO was good too.

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George R.

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I always love the bbq beef spring rolls. There always tasty. My other favorite is the bbq beef vermacilli noodles and pho soup. This place is one of the best in Brea. read more

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I love the owner and the team. I go in about once a week by myself or with friends. It's a great place to enjoy talking and it's not too noisy to catch up with friends. The Ox Tail Soup, Chicken and Beef pho is delicious. They have many other options and if you do not eat meet, they have something for everyone. read more

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The pho over here is delicious. The service is friendly and quick. It is a great small place for quick Vietnamese food.

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860 W Imperial Hwy
Ste A
Brea, CA 92822
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(714) 529-2162
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Hours

What time does Pho Tay Bac open?

Pho Tay Bac opens at 9:30 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Pho Tay Bac close?

Pho Tay Bac closes at 9:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 9:30 AM - 9:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Pho Tay Bac take credit cards?

Yes, Pho Tay Bac takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Pho Tay Bac have catering options?

Yes, Pho Tay Bac does have catering options.

Does Pho Tay Bac have a drive thru?

No, Pho Tay Bac does not have a drive thru.

Does Pho Tay Bac have a happy hour?

Yes, Pho Tay Bac has a happy hour.

Does Pho Tay Bac serve alcohol?

No, Pho Tay Bac does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Pho Tay Bac allow dogs?

Yes, Pho Tay Bac allows dogs.

Does Pho Tay Bac have TVs?

No, Pho Tay Bac does not have TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Pho Tay Bac have bike parking?

Yes, Pho Tay Bac has bike parking.

Does Pho Tay Bac have outdoor seating?

Yes, Pho Tay Bac has outdoor seating options.

Does Pho Tay Bac have parking?

Yes, Pho Tay Bac has parking options. Private Lot Parking

Other Amenities

Is Pho Tay Bac wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Pho Tay Bac is wheelchair accessible.

Does Pho Tay Bac have free WiFi?

Yes, Pho Tay Bac has free WiFi.

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Food is amazing, also there's no MSG so it doesn't give you a headache, it can be very busy but as…read moreI came on a World Cup game day, it was a bit quieter this time around. Our server Phong was nice, helpful and very timely and attentive to take our order! He made the experience just as great as the last! Love this restaurant!

Best pho in Orange County! The staff is friendly, and the service is always great. Highly recommend…read moreif you're looking for delicious pho and a welcoming atmosphere!

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Best pho in LA

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LePho

I have never been to a pho place this clean! It's not a big place, just a handful of small tables…read more You place orders at the cashier and then pick up your water and utensils next by, then grab a table. The menu is also not as extensive as the regular Vietnamese pho places; just a handful of pho and a handful of rice bowl choices along with some interesting appetizers and rolls. Service was really good. I got recommendations from the cashier and she checked on us after food was delivered. We had a Beef Brisket Pho, Wagyu Beef Rice Bowl, Beef Tendon small plate, and Pork Patty Roll. The broth of the pho was good, sweet with depth. We love the beef tendon! It was so soft and tasted just like jello! The Wagyu beef rice bowl is like the Korean bibimbap, a lot of chopped veggie, a fried egg and beef. I couldn't tell if the beef is Wagyu or not, since the texture didn't stand out. The Pork Patty roll surprised me of how crunchy it was inside. The pork Patty is like the Vietnamese sweet sausage, I like it better than the regular Vietnamese spring roll. Overall a nice stop for lunch after the Nixon Presidential Library visit and it's only 0.3 miles away.

I honestly don't understand how this place has such high reviews. The food was SO bad…read more The service was great, but wow... I've never had pho with such a bland, flavorless broth. I've never had to add salt to pho just to make the broth taste like something. It was that bad. They advertise MSG-free broth that's simmered for 8 hours, but honestly, it tasted like they simmered boiling water for 8 hours and forgot to add the beef. The egg rolls were basically just filled with carrots, and the noodles were doughy and seemed undercooked. The service was great, but unfortunately the food was a complete miss. Never coming back.

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Minimal and clean aesthetic; customer service is warm and inviting; attentive to detail!

Beef Tendon; grass fed beef. The best in Orange County!

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Ribeye pho

Saigon Noodle House

As a Vietnamese gal living in Placentia, there aren't too many Vietnamese restaurants and…read moresurprisingly this is my first time coming here! Glad to know there's at least some yummy Vietnamese food close by First off, just walking in, it smelled like a traditional Vietnamese restaurant and that was a good sign! It was extremely clean, had fast service, and friendly servers. The chả giò was perfectly crispy and tasted just like home. Then, you can never go wrong with Thai tea but the ultimate test was the bún bò cause it is my absolute favorite food ever, so I'm a bit picky when it comes to that! The broth was nice, however I definitely recommend adding some of the sate in there to give it a bit more flavor and spice. Glad to know there's someplace nearby to get a quick fix of food that tastes like home when I'm too lazy to make it myself

$10 EGG ROLLS (Quantity 4): for some reason got a free egg roll. Wish they gave more lettuce to…read morewrap. Not enough. $18 BEEF SALAD: it's more beef cubes and a side salad. Which I really liked! Flavorful beef. THAI TEA: also got this for free. Not sure if there was a special.

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$18 BEEF SALAD: it's more beef cubes and a side salad. Which I really liked! Flavorful beef.

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Pho Noodle House

Our 1st time here was unforgettable . Our waiter was very…read morekind, very sweet, very helpful. My soup was AMAZING YUMMY YUMMY IN MY TUMMY if there was smell a vision that would be great. Great big Shrimp delicious rice noodles I added Cilantro, basil, bean sprouts & lime ‍. Huge portions you won't leave hungry. Marie loved her meal as well. The spring rolls and peanut sauce were flipping fantastic!!! We will be back. This restaurant has been here for 20 years we never knew that. The food is fresh this our new soup place. I highly recommend you and your family come check out Pho Noodle House Thank you for a fantastic meal!

We stopped in for dinner at Pho Noodle House. It's been a while and we used to really like this…read moreplace. Usually just grab and go, but this time we sat down for dinner. I ordered the chargrilled pork vermicelli and my wife got the flat noodle dish. I'll start with hers as it didn't have a lot of flavor. It was good, just not great. I had the vermicelli and it was yummy. Lots of flavor on the pork. The staff was very friendly.

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My dish after tasting one bite.

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Thai 7 Bistro

I used to live down the street from this place. I wasn't always a huge fan of Thai food, but my…read morewife and I had a craving. Needless to say, once we ate here, we never looked back. I love their chicken pad thai, but I also love their popcorn chicken. No joke, if they made their popcorn chicken a meal, and added a side of fries, that's what I would be getting every time. Anyways, my wife eat here every time we have a Thai food craving. I think I've spent more money on this restaurant than I probably have at anything else in downtown Brea. The service is always quick and helpful, and although the restaurant itself is small, it's always clean with a warm ambiance. If you're ever in the area, or if you're simply craving some good Thai food, check it out my guy. Also, the crepe place on the same street is pretty cool.

We are always out and about in this area and had never tried the food. Decided to get my little…read moreones some bruxie and I went over to try this place out. The location is very very small. Not much space to sit. They can only fit a few people inside to dine in. So we had to order to go. I ordered the drunken noodles and a tai tea which were both very flavorful. I believe I paid around $20 for both. Service was great, the staff were kind and very helpful.

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Popcorn chicken

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Saiga Vietnamese Eatery

Family-owned & operated

Locally owned & operated

I had a really good experience with Giselle she was so kind to me when I was having a bad day I…read morewill de be coming back! The food was also to die for.

While we were running errands in Orange, my family and I stopped by Saiga Eatery to get a quick…read morebite and try some Vietnamese fusion. After trying it, I can say that I'm so happy that I don't have to drive all the way to the other side of town (Westminster/Garden Grove) to fulfill our Vietnamese food cravings. Items tried + Shaken Beef Garlic Noodles + Grilled Chicken Vermicelli + Grilled Chicken Rice Bowl For me, my favorite out of the three was definitely the grilled chicken rice bowl. I'm not usually the biggest fan of chicken but Saiga's chicken stole the show with its juicy, tender flavor and delicious, seared crunch. Add a bit of nuoc mam on top and the combination is perfection!! For garlic noodle lovers, I highly recommend adding the shaken beef; paired with its green aioli sauce and you have an explosion of rich, savory, and buttery flavor. In addition, each dish was reasonably priced with great portion sizes; I had plenty of leftovers that I was able to take home and enjoy for lunch the next day! Ambiance/Service: This is a modern Vietnamese fusion spot great for grab and go meals or a quick bite. Service is attentive and food comes out quick (wait time 5-7 minutes), with parking easy to find. Next time I'll come back and try their banh mi!

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Catering Meal Package

Pork Belly Banh Mi

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Garlic Noodles with Chicken

The Hat

Family-owned & operated

Established in 1952

Always the best place to go to when your craving a pastrami sandwich it's always gonna hit the spot…read more It's just something about the way it's made to how it taste! Service is always friendly and fast no matter how busy it is Restaurant is clean

Friday night and it's not packed inside??? Get outta here! I can't believe my luck. My friend and I…read morejust finished up at the Tower Buzzers game at ONT Field in Ontario and were ready to find some late night grinds before heading back to the South Bay. No waiting to place our order and plenty of open tables. I've never seen this at any Hat on a weekend night before. I was actually get my beef dip and fries in a reasonable amount of time. Of course the roast beef was tender, the rolls fresh, and my fries perfection. Add a Cherry Fanta and it's a great way to end the evening. Chili cheese fries next time.

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Chubby Sushi & Ramen

The only downside about this place is that it's not big enough. The sushi is fresh and all the…read moreitems on their menu is delicious. Even when you order To-go, their utensils and plating is neatly put together and aesthetical. Service here is great. They're always checking up on you and making sure you're taken care of. We typically get the Brea roll, spicy tuna crispy rice, the chirashi bowl, and Udon for the kids. Never had a bad experience here, both from dining in and To-go.

Food: sushi was good Ramen was average there are much better ramen options elsewhere…read more Service: This was our first time here and unfortunately we had a bad experience. We arrived at approximately 9:10pm and were told that they would close at 10:00. We ordered in under 5 minutes. Food came out promptly. We were ready to respectfully be out by 10:00pm. But instead the servers kept coming to clear plates and take our napkins. It was approximately 9:40 and 3/4 members of our party were done. The server came again started further removing dishes and even placed a dish on top of something that was still being eaten even while we told them that we were not done yet. We would've have been out by 9:50 if they let us finish eating in peace. Instead we paid a good amount of money to eat rushed and excessively interrupted just to get us out 5 minutes sooner. Bad service. We were out by 9:46 and walked out disappointed.

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Reunion Kitchen + Drink

Wheelchair accessible

Kid friendly

Amazing place I live the atmosphere Foods great drinks are…read moregood I have enjoyed the location in Anaheim hills beautiful look forward to going back

I rarely leave negative reviews, but this experience was disappointing from start to finish. I gave…read moreReunion Kitchen 1 star across the board because the atmosphere, service, and food all fell well below expectations. The service was by far the worst part. We sat for over **20 minutes** without anyone coming to our table--not even to offer water. I eventually had to get up and ask someone to send a server over. What made it even more frustrating was watching other parties who arrived **15-20 minutes after us** receive water immediately and have their orders taken before anyone even acknowledged our table. After finally waiting another 10 minutes to receive our water, we had to track down our server again just to place our food order because no one returned to check on us. By that point, we had been sitting long enough and were more than ready to order. To make matters worse, we ordered an appetizer of coconut shrimp about five minutes after placing our entrée order, but it never arrived. After we had already finished our meals, we asked to cancel it, only to be told that our server had never entered the order in the first place. Unfortunately, the food didn't make up for the poor service. It lacked flavor and was very underwhelming. This experience was frustrating enough that I cannot recommend Reunion Kitchen. I initially wanted to believe this was simply an off day or an inexperienced server, but after hearing from two other people I know who described nearly identical experiences, it seems this may be a recurring issue. One thing that left me especially uncomfortable was seeing guests who arrived well after us receive prompt attention while our table was repeatedly overlooked. I can't say why that happened, but it certainly made us question whether we were being treated differently. I sincerely hope the restaurant looks into its service standards and ensures every guest is treated with the same level of respect and attention.

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Brunos Italian Kitchen

This is one of my favorite restaurants in the area…read more Your server will bring out a basket of fresh bread and it is so amazing!! I always crave it. My partner and I shared the Orecchiette alla Salsiccia (my favorite) and I had a glass of the Moscato. I ended up getting a whole bottle because their wine bottles are 50% off on Wednesdays! The restaurant isn't too big but they have plenty of indoor and outdoor seating! I prefer the indoor seating and you can actually see into the kitchen which I think is pretty cool. The service is always top tier :)

My daughter and I made a reservation at Brunos Italian Kitchen to celebrate our Father's Day. As a…read moresingle parent, I am her mom AND dad so I am lucky I get to celebrate an additional holiday. I remember how I used to come right after work before covid hit and even celebrated a few birthdays here - those were fun times! The food was good! I don't come as often anymore after I started working remotely. Glad I was able to bring my daughter here. We were quickly seated right upon check in, which was awesome because when I came here a few months ago, I had to wait over 30 minutes on a week night. The hostess who checked me in was very friendly and welcoming. Our server was friendly and checked in on our table often. However, both my daughter and I were out of iced tea but she didn't offer to assist us with getting refills. Instead, she just asked me if I needed a box, so I was thinking most likely, she was in a hurry for us to leave - I honestly think we were there for about an hour. But, I wasn't too bothered by this. I just quickly paid the bill and went next door for dessert. My daughter and I ordered the following: Carpaccio - I love Carpaccio, but unfortunately what was served to me tonight was a HUGE disappointment. The beef came stuck together and the color was a weird shade of brown. It also smelled funny. I've ordered this dish multiple times before (I've even posted a picture of this from a previous visit) so I know it shouldn't look and smell this way. Rigatoni Alfredo 2.0 - (added Chicken) - This was very good. My daughter liked this a lot. She finished everything. Pappardelle Bruno - The braised short ribs were very tender. However, the pasta tasted pretty bland. Overall, my visit today was a 6/10.

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Pappardelle Bruno. Delicious!

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christina h.

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17 years ago

DELICIOUS food. i came here three times, and each time i've tried something new. all three satisfied me and got me addicted. the first time, i've tried the regular pho soup and noodle, which was delicious. most pho;s have a really strong taste and smell. but this pho is very fresh and just delicious. it tastes very clean and healthy. the second time, i ate the pork spring rolls. they are like nothing i've ever eaten. most spring rolls are dry and sticky, but i think these spring rolls are barbequed pork, which give it a blast of flavor. they are delicious. i also ate the vermicelli, which blew me away. they give a big proportion and it filled me up. i ate it with a lot of lime and red hot sauce. (not srirachi). the lady showed me how to do it and it tasted DELICIOUS. you must try it this way. it was fresh and spicy and delicioussss. the third time i tried the shake & beef, which wow. just eat it and you'll see. big porportions for the right price. i love pho tay bac. the workers are very nice and the owners are very happy and generous. read more

Wil W.

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We were in the mood for pho tonight and decided to order the P1 Large, along with some spring rolls and the shaken beef plate. The P1 pho was enjoyable overall. The broth and noodles were good. As for the shaken beef, it was just okay. Some pieces of beef were quite tough and overly chewy. However, the accompanying rice was well-cooked, and the bell peppers were seasoned nicely. The restaurant itself was very clean and comfortable, and the air conditioning was a welcome relief on hot days. The staff were also a highlight - very pleasant and well-mannered. Overall, we had a good experience and would definitely return to try other dishes on the menu. read more

Chrissy T.

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Pho Tay Bac may look like a hidden gem or a 'hole in the wall,' but don't let that fool you--the food here is absolutely delicious! From the first bite, you can tell they put real heart into their cooking. The pho broth was rich and flavorful, with tender cuts of meat and fresh herbs that made each bowl feel like a warm hug. The service was friendly and welcoming, making the experience even better. It's the kind of spot you might overlook, but once you try it, you'll keep coming back. If you're craving authentic Vietnamese food, Pho Tay Bac is a must-try! read more

Joane B.

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14 years ago

ome people I know tried this place recently and told me I should check it out. Last week I finally made it here. I stayed with my usual Thai selections and was not disappointed. The Satay was tender and the peanut sauce was great. I ordered the Pad Thai and it was just the way I like it. Lots of flavor and not too sweet. The service was perfect and I left full and happy. read more

Motivate 2 Inspire Coaching C.

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6 years ago

My husband and I are so happy this establishment is open again. We typically order take-out every other week. The pho is absolutely delicious. I order the plain pho and my husband orders the bbq pork pho. He also loves the bbq pork rolls. The staff members are always very kind to him as well. I definitely recommend this restaurant. Thank you! read more

Mayra H.

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12 years ago

First time here! I placed an order to go. The staff was friendly and the food was ready pretty fast. There was a misunderstanding on one of our platters but it was a simple misunderstanding which wasn't worth the hassle. The pho was far from warm so that took away from the flavor. read more

Lisa S.

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7 years ago

I have been here to purchase takeout twice and I love it! The pho is super yummy and the iced Vietnamese coffee is great too! They even have a happy hour! This is definitely my new favorite pho place in the area! read more

Alicia A.

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7 years ago

My fiance ordered some Pho take out yesterday and we really enjoyed our meal. The broth was very tasty and my fiance really enjoyed the pork. We will definitely come back! Thank you! read more

Edgar M.

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9 years ago

Good food and not a long wait! The rare steak pho is tasty and the spring rolls too Plenty of space and always get attended fast... Pick up is also always good and speedy! read more

John L.

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13 years ago

Great food. Love their pho. Prices are very cheap. Very friendly staff!!! You can't go wrong with anything you order but their sandwiches are awesome. read more

Chris L.

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9 years ago

Crazy diarrhea !!!!!!! Sunday lunch With my girlfriend x 2 Diarrhea We have to Emergency stop by Target Brea :) read more