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    Pho @ University

    4.2 (91 reviews)
    ModerateVietnamese
    Open • 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Pho with brisket and tripe
    Simran B.

    We visited pho @ university on a Wednesday night around 8pm. They very graciously accommodated all 12 of us at one table, and gave us full table service. I got the shrimp summer rolls and the brisket and tripe pho. The rolls were very good and fresh, but I wish they'd come with more sauce and been a little more tightly wrapped. The broth base wasn't as seasoned as it could be, but it came with all the fixings to make it perfect. They were generous with the basil, sprouts, jalapeños, and mint on the side. The noodles were tender and properly cooked. A couple of folks got the bahn mi and said it was very good too. This place is solid, but I likely wouldn't go out of the way for it. That being said, if I lived nearby they would likely be my go to sick food spot since I love a warm pho when I'm not feeling well.

    Rice with grilled chicken and egg
    Whitney T.

    Went here on a random day while I was running errands. This is located in a shopping center so you get your pick on what food places you want to go which is nice if you're with a group and you all wanted different things. Firstly you get to seat yourself wherever you want. The waitress comes to you after and is great at checking in on you every so often. The food is good. It's not spicy unless you add their chili crisps so it's good if you have spicy fans and non spicy fans dining together. The food comes out relatively quick so thats good to know that the wait time isn't too long.

    Bún bò Huế blood cake
    Todd T.

    Love this place. The Bun Bo hue is the best around. It's big with plenty of seating. Orders come out fast compared I totally recommend this awesome pho restaurant

    Pho dat beiet
    Nequel B.

    Second time eating here. First time dining in. The staff was liked and the food was delicious. I didn't have to add any hoisin sauce to my broth because it was perfectly made. The restaurant is a decent size, great area to grab a quick lunch or go for dinner. It's never really crowded and I am looking forward to my next visit.

    Pho Filet
    Kim H.

    I love soup of pretty much every form and pho hits the top of my list every single time! I've seen this place while passing on the literail and I've wanted to try for some time! Service was FAST! Place is super clean with lots of seating. Different sauces if you need at the table. Honestly, some of the best pho broth I've had! The meat was paper thin so super tender! I will be going again for sure!

    Reuel E.

    Industrial vibe. High ceilings. Area was spacious, organized, and clean. Love the big tables that would be great for families and group of friends. Generous amount of veg for the pho. Pho Dac Biet (Beef combination) 7/10 Broth was not as beefy as we wanted it to be. The broth is the soul of the soup. Noodles are fresh and have a great texture that goes well with the soup. Good amount of beef cuts. Pho Hai San (Seafood) 5/10 I was disappointed that it came with imitation crab and imitation scallops. The broth did not taste like seafood at all but it was a nice light pho broth. Shrimp tasted great and fresh. Noodles were also fresh and bouncy. Salted lemonade drink (8.5/10) was refreshing. Perfect for a hot day Coconut juice (7/10) You can tell that it came from a can. I would have appreciate it more if I was given the can and a cup of ice. Instead it became too watery because half the cup was filled with ice. The coconut meat was a nice touch. Overall a good spot for a nice bowl of pho

    Vietnamese iced coffee
    Marissa J.

    So I went to another pho place in Charlotte beforehand and I didn't really like that place as much. My brother wanted to grab some nice Asian style noodles, so we decided to give this place a try. We really enjoyed the pho here. You can sit anywhere you want, and the staff will bring the menu to you. We all ordered pho, I got the beef P3 and my brother got the Chicken, and it was very flavorful! I even took back some leftover pho and it tasted even better at night when the flavors had time to sit! They give you extra Jalepenos and bean sprouts, along with chili oil you can add. I would really recommend this spot if you're looking for some pho that feels cozy and warm! The Vietnamese iced coffee here was amazing!! Ambiance is nice. They have cool paintings on the wall.

    Kara M.

    The wings and beef pho were piping hot and absolutely delish! The portion size easily allowed for leftovers! The staff was friendly, and the service was prompt. and while the atmosphere was a bit loud, it wasn't overwhelming- just a lively, bustling spot. Parking can be a bit of a hassle depending on the time/day you plan to visit, so be prepared! I'll definitely visit this establishment again when in Charlotte!

    Fried rice
    Keith W.

    Came in on a cold Saturday afternoon, it was packed, but we found a table however this day it appeared to be not so many employees working because even though we were taken care of some orders were forgotten and others were not brought out. The food was fresh, presentation was still very good but somehow maybe they were stretched too thin. We were fairly taken care of! I wish because of how good of a product they have, and how popular they've become that they need a larger business with more people employed. Just a suggestion. I guess that's a good problem to have.

    Tatiana H.

    I was craving pho (my favorite) and was lucky enough to find this place within walking distance of my room at the Hilton. It was only an 8 minute walk. When I came in you can seat yourself anywhere and someone came out to get my drink order and give me a menu. I ordered S3 and P1. The food was tasty and it came out quickly and the pricing was reasonable. It really hit the spot and then I was able to sit and charge my phone until it was time for my next thing, without feeling rushed to get up from the table. They have a casual atmosphere.

    This was my next day leftovers, after eating a bowl this size
    John K.

    I'm telling you this is the place! I eat Pho errrrweerrre, and this is authentic as I've had state side. You can get all the horror movie parts you want, and the depth of flavor in the broth is the best in the city. The service is spot on too. "What you want?" Two people running the whole show, and it runs smooth. Go Pho now!

    Chicken pho with spicy broth
    LaToria L.

    This was my first time trying Pho. It was surprisingly flavorful and hot. I would say the only con was the lack of chicken. Other than that the service and atmosphere were great . I will be back

    Chicken pho with half an egg
    Emmanuella M.

    The moment the weather dropped, I knew it was pho time! We went in the late afternoon so beat the lunch rush and we were seated quickly at a clean table. I got the chicken pho with half a boiled egg but switched out the broth for the spicy broth (pro tip!). I was expecting more chicken though as I kept turning the noodles looking for more. I will definitely be back to try more items!

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    5 months ago

    Always great pho and phenomenal service. Never a disappointment here! Great environment as well.

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    Rude.. unwilling to listen, talks over you and hangs up if it too loud in the restaurant.

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    10 months ago

    Food is good for a quick meal. It's flavorful. The ambiance is quiet with ample seating and the service is always friendly.

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    First time went here... ate Bun Bo Hue.. the meats tasted old and tasted funny. I'm Vietnamese and I'm not sure to come back

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    6 months ago

    Great staff, service, and food! Took a friend to have her first pho experience for her birthday! A total win!

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    Best Pho in Charlotte hand down! Charming, clean restaurant with authentic taste and quality ingredients + friendly service.

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    WARNING for potential customers:…read more So, me and my aunt came across this restaurant online seeing that they accommodate for gluten allergy with rice noodles in their pho. We drove to the restaurant and they were closed from 4pm-5pm (we arrived right at 5pm) I'm assuming this was a break for employees seeing as their hours are 10am-9pm. We we parked directly in front of the door watching employees come in for work. One of them had taken the "closed" sign off the door showing that they were now opening. This man in the photo proceeded to light a cigarette inside the restaurant closing and opening the front door to blow the smoke outside. We immediately left, because why would we want to eat or even walk into this place while this man was smoking inside the restaurant. Who would want to step inside this restaurant knowing that someone is smoking a cigarette inside this restaurant. The other employees in the dining room were watching this man smoke without a care. Imagine walking inside and immediately smelling cigarettes. If this man is allowed to smoke a cigarette inside their establishment, what else could they be doing inside that is not within restaurant cleanliness. Do what you'd like with this information but I thought it would be important to share this with others who are wanting to try this place.

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