A GREAT VIETNAMESE PHỞ RESTAURANT! For more than 10 years, we have been dining at Pho Tay Bac, and we keep coming back because their aromatic, light, flavorful phở is truly special. Many Vietnamese phở restaurants have similar menus, but Pho Tay Bac has something we haven't found anywhere else: Korean-style barbecued chicken, pork, and beef you can add to your dish. The meats are delicious and really set this restaurant apart. We once asked the owners about them and learned that they are a Korean family who prepare and serve their own tasty Korean-style barbecue meats. Their vegetables are always exceptionally fresh, too--and if you like some heat, watch out for those jalapeños! They can be wonderfully spicy. Of course, there is much more than phở. They also serve Vietnamese rice dishes, fresh spring rolls wrapped in translucent rice paper, and fantastic bánh mì sandwiches. Their egg rolls are crispy, with a simple but delicious filling. But for me, the phở remains the star. The broth is aromatic, light, and full of flavor--the kind of flavor that keeps bringing me back. The meatballs taste homemade and have what seems to me like a slight hint of sesame oil. I always enjoy dipping them in a mixture of sriracha and hoisin sauce. We often stop at Pho Tay Bac for lunch. The portions are generous, the atmosphere is quiet and relaxing, and the family is always friendly and helpful. After more than a decade of visits, Pho Tay Bac remains one of our favorite places for a comforting and satisfying lunch. A wonderful family-owned restaurant and a GREAT place for Vietnamese phở! read more

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

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

I thought this was a different pho place and came here by accident actually but I am glad I did because it was great. We had pho, fried gyoza, shrimp summer rolls and shaken beef. Everyone loved their dishes and it was all delicious. Service was also prompt and quick. This is a no frills place though and the interior is very old and a bit shabby. However I did not feel like it was dirty or anything like that - just a bit run down. I do feel they're a bit heavy on the msg as we all felt the effects of msg while leaving. Pricing and serving size was all appropriately matched. I would absolutely return when I'm in the mood for pho. read more

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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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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

Pho Tay Bac - Crispy Eggrolls - Vietnamese Near Me - Brea, California

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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

Pho Tay Bac - Vietnamese Near Me - Brea, California

I've been coming here for a long time and just recently I ordered food and it tasted different. I typically order bbq beef spring rolls with peanut sauce. The beef in the rolls looked like it wasn't cooked thoroughly and the peanut sauce tasted water down. I think they changed there cook. Sad to say I haven't been back and I probably won't anymore . I'll have to find another good pho place. If anyone knows a better place let me know. Thank you, read more

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

Pho Tay Bac - Well done brisket pho - Vietnamese Near Me - Brea, California

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

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

Food is sooo good. This is my go to place when I want Pho and spring rolls. Service is quick and they are so polite and warm.

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

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

Pho Tay Bac - Vietnamese Near Me - Brea, California

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

Pho Tay Bac - Vietnamese Near Me - Brea, California

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

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

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

Pho Tay Bac - Seafood Noodle Soup - Vietnamese Near Me - Brea, California

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

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

Pho Tay Bac - Pho brisket - Vietnamese Near Me - Brea, California

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

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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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

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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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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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

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

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

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

Pho Tay Bac - Vietnamese Near Me - Brea, California

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

Pho Tay Bac - Bbq pork banh mi - Vietnamese Near Me - Brea, California

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

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

Pho Tay Bac - Combo platter - Vietnamese Near Me - Brea, California

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

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

Pho Tay Bac - My dish - Vietnamese Near Me - Brea, California

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

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

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

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