This spot has a solid menu of Vietnamese and chinese dishes. The Vietnamese food is comparable to any spot in town and the prices are not bad considering how everything is pricey now. The special aka Dac Biet Pho comes with everything a proper Pho should have and the large is enough to feed two, if needed. This is possibly the best item here and it's good dine in or take out. They have a variety of other vietnamese food that are all solid with good size portions. I recommend the egg rolls and spring rolls as appetizers. The Chinese food is also popular and my go to is the beef chow fun. The ingredients are cooked well and it's not too oily. They have family meals and pages of different items to choose from so you will definitely find something tasty. This place has stayed the same for years and I always leave satisfied. read more

Great prices and great portions here. Broth was kind of light and meat pieces for their pho and pho ga are not the best. Good viet coffee though read more

Pho Xe Lua - Vietnamese Near Me - Sacramento, California

Another great experience at Pho Xe Lua with my brother. This place is truly a hidden gem and offers a genuine cultural dining experience. The menu is extensive, and everything we've tried has been fantastic. On our first visit, we were recommended #62--and it did not disappoint. After that, we knew we had to come back and try what they're really known for: their pho. This time, we both ordered the #1 combination pho bowl. The portions were huge, loaded with a great variety of meats, all in generous amounts. I went with the extra-large bowl--which was probably more than I needed (next time I'll stick with a large)--but it was absolutely worth it. We also ordered the ribs and egg rolls, and both were excellent additions to the meal. The service was good, and the pho itself was well above average--rich, flavorful, and satisfying. While the location is a bit off the beaten path, it's absolutely worth the visit. I'm already looking forward to coming back again soon. Great food, great experience, every time. read more

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I may have found my go-to spot for pho! The size large pho dac biet comes in ridiculously generous portions for only $15. I don't think I've ever encountered this much value at any other Vietnamese restaurant. The broth tastes above average and I liked the tripe+meatballs the most out of the assorted proteins. I also sampled my friend's charbroiled pork and rice which deserves equal praise. Similar to the pho, it's a huge portion and has an excellent savory flavor to it. Acceptably clean restrooms (ahem, by Viet restaurant standards) and well-kept dining area. Get ready to big back at this restaurant. read more

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We were in the town and wanted to explore some good pho, and found this place on my want to go list. I ordered the small Combination House Special beef rice noodle soup; it came with rare steak, flank, brisket, tendon, tripe, and beef balls. It also came with a good amount of side veggies, which was a big plus. The broth was decent, and the portion was generous. I honestly doubted whether it was really a small bowl. I also tried their Shrimp & Boiled Pork Spring Rolls. This was a letdown; the wrapper was loose, and the pork was quite dry. Even though the rolls were huge, I didn't find anything special about them. I ordered the Vietnamese Iced Coffee with Condensed Milk as well, and this was another disappointment. The coffee was not strong enough or sweet enough, and it ended up being quite bitter. This was my first time having a Vietnamese coffee that tasted bitter. I would recommend skipping their Vietnamese coffee. read more

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This review is slightly overdue. I visited Pho Xe Lua in Sacramento, CA [5331 Stockton Blvd] on Thursday, 10/30/25, around 10 AM. I ordered the #15: large phở bò viên (pho with beef balls). The bowl was huge and filling, and the broth was extremely palatable. The entire soup was comforting, especially on a chilly day. The interior of the restaurant had plenty of tables and chairs available. The service was friendly and attentive, and the price points were fairly affordable. Pho Xe Lua is one of my favorite pho restaurants in Sacramento. I will definitely return in the future. read more

Pho Xe Lua - #15: large phở bò viên (pho with beef balls) - Vietnamese Near Me - Sacramento, California

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We were recommended Pho Xe Lua by a friend so we decided to swing by for lunch on a Saturday. The restaurant is quite big so fortunately we were able to get seated quickly. We got the shrimp spring rolls, grilled beef vermicelli noodles, and a viet iced coffee the shrimp spring rolls were not bad flavor wise, but I felt that it was wrapped kind of loosely the grilled beef vermicelli noodles were served on a plate, which was the first time I got a plate for this dish. Usually I get it in a bowl. However serving wise, it was quite a big plate of vermicelli noodles and the grilled beef had good flavor. The coffee was a little lacking, just not sweet enough for viet iced coffee. I think Pho Xe Lua is not bad, definitely good value for what you get read more

Pho Xe Lua - grilled beef vermicelli noodles - Vietnamese Near Me - Sacramento, California

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Tried and true classic pho spot that is reminiscent of your grandma's kitchen. Nothing fancy but tastes warm. The portion sizes are HUGE and they give you a lot of rice noodles. I always go for the combo small pho which is very decently priced for the amount you get. They don't skimp on the meat for sure. I haven't tried their other dishes but they have variety on the menu. Great spot if you're under the weather or hungover lol and need a pick me up. read more

Have you ever wanted a mountain of food? If not, Pho Xue Le is for you lol. The pho bowls are insanely huge. They use soup bowls used for banquets that should be for 12 bowls of soup but for one massive bowl of pho. Recently wanted to try something new, and every other dish is also just as big! Don't expect much from service, but it's not that bad lol. Upon the entrance there is a water feature that doesn't look like it's been turned on in quite a while, and it does look sad, but don't let that get you down! Maybe they are saving the water bill because they put so much soup in the pho! read more

Pho Xe Lua - Egg Crepe Pancake - Vietnamese Near Me - Sacramento, California

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I came to Pho Xe Lua with the intention of ordering pho, but once I saw the menu, I realized they had a great variety of options beyond just soups. Their appetizers also looked really tempting, but I didn't have the appetite to go all out that day. I ended up ordering the shrimp curry over rice, and let me tell you -- it was such an amazing plate. I haven't had something this flavorful and satisfying in a long time. The curry was rich, well-seasoned, and comforting without being too heavy. It also came with a bowl of broth on the side, which I assume is meant to be poured over the rice. I didn't use it since I prefer my rice not too wet, but I did take a sip at the end and it was incredibly flavorful on its own. I also ordered a taro drink without boba, and it was super creamy and smooth -- exactly how a good taro drink should be. I forgot what my friend ordered, but it's shown in the photos, and I did try a bite of his dish, which was also really good. We came during the week around 2 PM, and it wasn't busy at all. We were seated right away, which made the experience even more enjoyable. Overall, this was a great visit, and I definitely want to come back to try more items on the menu -- including the pho next time. Highly recommend giving this place a try if you're in the area. read more

Pho Xe Lua - Vietnamese Near Me - Sacramento, California

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Old school Vietnamese spot; I believe one of a handful that opens at 9:00am! Decided to stop in after a meeting, and sure glad I did! Greeted immediately upon entering and was seated within seconds. Ambience a little dated, with the traditional light green paint and decor of Chinese characters prob Chinese New Year decor. Menu is very extensive and broad, from Pho to rice plates to stir fry items to noodle dishes to boba drinks! I got the medium rare beef with tripe pho (I don't really do the other traditional items) and also had fried chicken wings (8 to an order). Pho broth was flavorful, and the noodles were plentiful along with fresh produce. Beef and tripe were decent amount. The wings...best I've had in a while...came out piping hot ...plump, juicy and flavorful. I would highly recommend this place if you're hungry and have a craving for Pho for breakfast! Expect to pay a bit for an entree and appetizer; I got outta there paying $33 including tips. Not disappointed though! read more

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First time where. Location look sketchy from the outside. Spacious and clean on the inside. Loving the large painting they have. Combination Phở was ok, let hubby. Noodles was too soggy. Broth not very flavorful. Fish sauce fried chicken wings: I LOVE it! Batter shrimp: Tom Rang Moi: it was good but needs a little more flavor. Good services. Will go again to try other food. read more

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This Vietnamese restaurant has been a reliable place for good food in the South Sacramento area. I have been multiple times over the years and it has never let me down. This time, I had the catfish stew and vermicelli noodles that come with the rice paper wraps. The catfish was perfectly sour and flavorful. The wraps came with veggies, shrimp and a protein of your choice. Service was efficient and the restaurant was clean. Pay at the counter when you are done. read more

Pho Xe Lua - Catfish stew - Vietnamese Near Me - Sacramento, California

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a great pit stop en route from tahoe to sf! big portions, great prices (a small was more than enough), delicious fried chicken. service and ambiance typical of a vietnamese resto -- fast, no-nonsense. read more

Pho Xe Lua - Vietnamese Near Me - Sacramento, California

Our favorite pho spot! We live right next to Stockton blvd and there are a lot of pho spots.. we've tried many but keep coming back here! The pho is amazing, we also love their spring rolls and other noodle/meat dishes. They are quick even when busy, and price point is just right. read more

I've never been to Pho Xe Lua but I remember passing it every day when I was coming home from High School (at west campus). I figured it was time to give it a try! This place is just awesome. It's spacious (a lot larger than it looks), efficient, and clean. On this particular evening got the large (priced at a cool $7.50) with all the yummy fixins. I tried the pho tai (number 2, rare steak with rice noodles). Can we talk about the abundance of this bowl though? It was HUGE -- packed with noodles and severely generous portions of meat. I was impressed. I could barely finish my bowl and I'll tell you right now, that's normally not an issue for me. The broth was deep brown and super rich. I added my usual condiments (sugar, fish sauce, hoisin, hot oil, sriracha) but not nearly as much as I normally do. The soup was amazing as is. The venue itself is nicely laid out with a large number of tables so I don't ever foresee this being an issue for groups (big or small). The staff there are exceptionally good about cleaning tables right after the customers get up and they're also on top of their table touches. These people were excellent and made every effort to be as hospitable as possible. Loved it! Pho xe Lua, you made my evening. I came in feeling rather sluggish and under the weather, and left with a smile on my face and a full belly. Alright by me. read more

Came here on a Saturday for lunch. Ordered the number 7 in a small and egg rolls for appetizer. We were seated right away. The food came out fairly quick. There was lots of seating and it felt like a nice authentic Vietnamese restaurant. read more

Pho Xe Lua - Vietnamese Near Me - Sacramento, California

I was recently here for a quick dinner, and while I didn't find the pho to stand out amongst the competition, I do want to note that, if you like the meat in your pho soft and cut thick, the tendon and meatball big, this is the spot. Meatball was homemade and didn't have that bite. #26 was also generous with the oxtail. They also have a big Chinese food menu. But we didn't partake. read more

Came back for the pan-fried noodles after chatting with Tina, the owner, about how disappointed my dad was on our last visit. She really encouraged us to give it another try and even made sure the master chef prepared our orders. Honestly, good customer service like that is rare and I really appreciate how much she cared about making things right. This time the pan-fried noodles were exactly how my dad remembered -- he was so happy and actually cleared his plate (unlike last time!). Tina went above and beyond to make sure the quality and service were on point. Big thanks to her and the team for turning things around. read more

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They charged my card twice. When I came back for a refund which I was told to do because he couldn't give me back that refund since it was "pending" I came back in the morning to give it time to officially take from my bank and then the "boss" wasn't there to give me a refund. I'm wasting my time driving back and forth to get my own money back. So ridiculous. Please be careful and don't have them tapping your card multiple times because their machine isn't working. Won't be coming back here after I get my money back. read more

I used to go here all the time before the pandemic, probably 3-5 times a month because my family and I loved their pho. However, something seems to have changed now and it's not as good as it used to be. The broth is similar, but doesn't hit the same because now it gets cloudy very fast from the noodles and it's salty with not as much flavor. The last few times we have visited, the noodles were mushy, which was disappointing. Also, I went to mention that there was a cut of meat (probably the brisket) with big pieces of hard tendon attached to it that made it hard to chew, so we would have to spit what we can't eat or use our hand to forcefully pull it off. Food service is fast, since it only took a few minutes for the pho to come out all at once. Our server quickly brought us cooked bean sprouts within a minute when we asked. It was very busy around 12 on Sunday, and there were limited parking spaces. It seems to share a parking lot with an apartment complex that's located right next to it. We stood near the entrance for about 5 minutes in order to get seated. Some employees looked at us a few times, but didn't greet us or say anything. The restaurant is pretty big inside with lots of seating and accessible tables. They have a lot of options on their menu, and if you don't want pho you can always try their rice plates! Their drinks look delicious as well, especially the blended ones. read more

Delicious pho and XL portion sizes. Quick service. We ordered the shrimp and pork spring rolls to share, they were giant and full of fresh veggies. I ordered pho ga (chicken pho with white meat) in the small size. It was still very large, I took home extra broth/veggies and I am stuffed. I also got the taro shake. Very big dining room, it was full of people when we went for lunch at 2pm but we didn't have to wait. Will come back when I'm next in Sacramento. read more

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This is hands down the best pho place I've been to out of seven I've tried. There's something about their noodles, meat, and broth that just makes their pho delicious. When I used to live in Sacramento and first tried this place, I thought, "Wow, this pho is pretty good." After moving away and trying other places, I came back to Pho Xe Lua, and it's still my favorite. Their portion sizes are generous, and the service is quick. I've even eaten here on hot summer days and still enjoyed it. Can't wait to come back next time I'm in town! read more

I went here for a Sunday lunch and the restaurant was almost fully packed despite the restaurant having plenty of seating. Service was fast and efficient. They even flagged us down quickly after our meal to tell us that we forgot our backpack. I got the bun bo hue. The portions were huge, probably the biggest portions I've seen for the price. Everything was perfect, but I do wish that the broth was a bit more spicy and pungent. My friend got the pho dac biet. Their opinion was also that the portion was huge and that the broth could have a bit more depth. They were also very generous with the bean sprouts on the side which is something I can respect. Overall, a very solid pho spot with good value that I will definitely come back to if I am back in Sacramento. read more

Pho Xe Lua - Pho 1. Pho Xe Lua Dac Biet - Vietnamese Near Me - Sacramento, California

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Came here for a friend's birthday dinner and everyone rated their dish a 10. I personally had the cơm thịt nướng and was very satisfied with the flavor profile, cut of meat, and portion size. Overall, the portion sizes are impressively large especially for the pricepoint, and service is on-point. No hesitations in my recommendation...you should go to check it out yourself! read more

Pho Xe Lua - 38. Com Thit Nuong - Vietnamese Near Me - Sacramento, California

The food is always great and the portions even better. My go to is the chicken chowmien and the beef pho xl bowl. The service is always friendly and fast. And the I love the dinning area and ambience. read more

Pho Xe Lua - Vietnamese Near Me - Sacramento, California

Overall a solid bowl of pho for a great price! This is a small and it's in a salad bowl. For only $13!! It was massive! When I went in for pickup and saw an xl bowl I was shocked!! They are HUGE. Flavor was good and I felt warm drinking it. We also got the crab ragoons and they were a solid add on. Next time I look forward to trying their spring rolls! read more

Pho Xe Lua - Pho - Vietnamese Near Me - Sacramento, California

This place gives you the 90s nostalgia feeling. But anyways, My family and I ordered the pho xe lua, pho kho Bo and the mi xao don dac biet. So far this is the only pho place that actually serves you your traditional culantro, thai basil, and bean sprouts. Other places they just serve you basil and bean sprouts without the culantro, which I find really annoying. Broth was heart warming and great. For me, I did not need to add any hoisin sauce. It was perfect for me, which actually is rare. The pho Bo kho was good but should've ordered it with the egg noodle. So what we did was picked the crispy noodles and dipped it in the Bo kho broth lol. I liked what we did. Will be coming back! read more

I ordered my food 30 minutes ahead, and when I arrived, my order wasn't even placed. What really pissed me off was the lady at the counter smiling about it--she knew my order wasn't there, but still proceeded to take my payment without saying a single word. That kind of attitude is beyond disrespectful. Instead of apologizing or checking on anything, she kept telling me to "sit," like I'm not even a paying customer but someone she can just order around. I normally don't write reviews, but this employee really pushed me today. I waited 30 minutes, showed up to nothing, got charged anyway, and only after paying was I told I had to wait even longer. And then she had the nerve to tell me to sit and wait again, with that same disrespectful smile. This whole experience made it feel like no one cared about the order or the customers waiting. The staff handling phone orders and customer service seriously need training, because what happened today was unprofessional, careless, and completely disrespectful from start to finish. read more

Good portion size even for a small pho. And lots of meat too. Broth was flavorful. Lots of tables inside and menu has pho, noodle dishes, and entrees. Staff tended to us right away. Great parking lot and enough space for everyone. read more

Pho Xe Lua - Combination pho - Vietnamese Near Me - Sacramento, California

This is one of those places where you come here for the price & portion. While walking towards to our table, I noticed the huge plates & bowls. As I looked at the menu, the prices were pretty decent. They have 3 different sizes for PHO: Small, large, and X-Large. The x-large was $18.99. I honestly think a small would be good enough. I got the small pho with beef & tendons. Everything in the bowl was average. The broth was not hot enough. The broth had very little flavor to it. The meats were too thick and the tendons were too hard to chew. I think they only gave me 2 pieces of tendons lol didn't matter since i threw it all. The greens were fresh. They will give you more if you want. They offered pho tuoi, but it wasn't the reg kind for pho. People tend to use it for stir-fry noodles. Weird Service was alright. RR avail Parking avail If you know me, I only like authentic pho. The flavor gotta be strong. This place is definitely not for me. read more

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This place is great! And is my family's goto spot for a meal, and some delicious pho. Pho tastes great and to be honest it does a very solid job on holding itself together. Add as much siracha or hoisin as you want but definitely try the broth before doing it. The other food here is also great, but I would not recommend the orange chicken. Instead get the peking pork or the steak bites! As well with the beverages they get the job done. Not the best thing I've had, but definitely always consistent. read more

Pho Xe Lua - Vietnamese Near Me - Sacramento, California

I was feeling a bit under the weather today and decided that Pho was needed. I ordered via Door Dash for lunch and it came super fast and super hot (even burnt my tongue, but it was worth it). I ordered a small Chicken Pho and it hit the spot! It included so much chicken and noodles - it was even more than I feel like some Pho places give you for a big sized bowl. The to-go container was filled to the brim! It also came with all of the fixings like basil, jalapeno slices, green and white onions, limes, etc. plus packets of Hoisin Sauce and Sriracha. I can't speak on the service or the ambiance since this was a delivery meal, but just based off of the Pho alone, I will definitely be visiting very soon! read more

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Updating my review. Listen I've been coming here for YEARS and let me tell you I never get disappointed. I just hate how yall found out about my secret!! Now it's always busy here !! Hahah. My favorite is the number 12 with extra tendon. So yummy!! Every time I order pho, I always get a side of nuoc beo which is scallions in oil drippings. Super good it enhances the broth! Try it next time ! I brought my boyfriend here for the first time and he absolutely loved it here. By far one of the best/ better pho restaurants in the area. I'm a regular so the staff is always so friendly and nice to me when ever I'm in. All I got to say is the owner Tina. Does not play. She is about her business and she's such an inspiration. From food presentation, to quality of the food, to how clean the restaurant is. This lady is amazing! Boss moves. My family loves this place and we just love the vibes, service, cost, etc. Now I will say I wish you guys stayed open at midnight cos sometimes on the weekend I want a midnight snack lol!! Other than that I will continue to keep coming here. Thank you Tina for the amazing restaurant and services you provide to your customers in the Sacramento area. Will always support you all read more

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This place is a gem! Delicious , affordable, and big portions. Legit authentic. Parking isn't well lit so be sure to park closer to the front door. read more

I ordered a large #7 (Steak, Flank, Brisket). I thought there could be a bit more noodles and the meat was hard/overcooked. Broth was fine, nothing outstanding. However, they do provide a large amount of veggies, which I appreciated. (I always dislike when other places bring out a tiny dish to share among multiple people.) Plenty of seating in open area. Service was efficient, and food was out fast. read more

Pho Xe Lua - #7. Pho Tai Nam Gau - Vietnamese Near Me - Sacramento, California

Still our family favorite. Super nice, rich broth without being overly spiced. We love the option to "roll your own". We also love the Ban Xeo and spring rolls appetizer. read more

Right off the bat, they seated us very quickly and checked in with us a couple times to see if we were ready. The food came fairly quickly and it looked like they were pretty busy too. It took about 10-15 minutes. I got a Large BBH and the portions were very generous, I was barely able to finish it. The flavor was really good and the price was reasonable. The staff were really friendly and they didn't ignore you. The vibe was definitely really nice and comfy, would come back again! read more

Pho Xe Lua - 28. Bun Bo Hue Large - Vietnamese Near Me - Sacramento, California

Service is Ok, no one really speaks english unless it's the cashier. The food is average, it's not bad but there isn't anything noticeably different to the other pho shops. What irked me was that i paid extra for fat noodles and got a reaaaally small portion, and I ordered a large pho. I explained this and the lady came up with some BS that if there were too much noodles, there's no space for the broth. and walked away. I literally paid extra. this was a 17+ dollar pho and the portions were small. I mean, Ok, I can definitely eat a lot for a smaller person, but the price to portion is bad. I got a decent amount of tendons, but barely any tripe, and maybe like 2-3 chunks of meat. highly dissatisfied and lost a customer. don't forget there are plenty of pho shops on stockton blvd. won't be back. read more

Pho Xe Lua - Paid extra for fat noodles, got a significantly smaller portion for a Large Pho order. - Vietnamese Near Me - Sacramento, California

ight man so i just took homeboy to church so that he could repent. and after church, we were mad hungry so we're like damn let's go to sit lo in elk grove. but then nah i was like bruh let's just get pho xe lua instead. so we swerved last second into the freeway exit. but yeah, honestly can't really beat it here. very solid prices and good portion sizes. $16 bucks for this big ahh plate of grilled pork, rice, n some other stuff. ngl the pic don't even do it justice. the plate was as big as a flying saucer bro. but yeah it was really flavorful and had a nice charred flavor. fish sauce was amazing. service was calm. food came out in a very reasonable time too given that the place was packed af. would def come here more often if it was closer to the crib. read more

Pho Xe Lua - Vietnamese Near Me - Sacramento, California