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    Pholuscious

    4.7 (658 reviews)
    ModerateVietnamese, Soup, Noodles
    Open 10:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Esther J.

    "The pho was flavorful, fresh, and comforting. The broth had a rich taste, the noodles were cooked perfectly, and the portions were generous. The service was friendly and the restaurant had a welcoming atmosphere. Definitely a great spot for authentic pho and I'll be coming back again!"

    Cheryl N.

    This pho restaurant is 2 doors down from Pho Lab but this location is ideal bc it's in the same minimall w Walmart so both restaurants are doing really well w the WM shoppers. This was my 2nd time so I'm sure my review is accurate. It was a very cold and windy day, I walked in to buy some take outs but it looked festive bc the New Year vibes were still in the air so I decided to dine in, it was a mistake as we had the last table right by the door and it felt like I was in an igloo. They had a huge banner advertising their pho was only $13 next to Pho Lab I think was $17, furthermore they had this new gimmick pho in a metal type container supposedly it kept the pho hot but let me tell you, it did nothing, the pho was lukewarm to start and the wind from people getting in and out made the pho cold in no time. The broth was bland and sweet to me, It did not have enough bone and I was shocked they had the pho noodle from China, not the fresh one as in 80% of the Pho restos nowadays, I usually walked out bc I refused to eat factory noodles they crumbled and turned sour bc of the chemicals they used to bleach the noodles after I learned about all the chemicals from my trip to China. The shaken beef called Lomo saltado bc they imitated the green sauce from the Peruvian cuisine but failed, it tasted Ok but a little sweet w cilantro mixed in. It came out so fast I suspected it was precooked as it was also only lukewarm, my husband was impressed so I let him eat it as the filet was not very tender. Everybody was very young and energetic, the customer service was wonderful but I thought they lacked culinary experience. I'm a news freak so do not join any local community forum, I was shocked my husband told me many Americans are very upset there were too many Pho restaurants taking over all over town, it's ridiculous 2 pho restos in the same mall and every other block there are more taking over all the out of business restos. I can count on my fingers the few restaurants serving American cuisine. People are even furious the Recess Room went out of business and Pho Hanoi is coming very soon, I'm looking forward to it bc I read they were famous in San Jose even though temporarily I'm PHO-OUT!!! LOL!! I'm craving Chinese food but there are so few Chinese restaurants in Orange County. The food alone was only 2 stars but I uprate this to 3 stars for good customer service but I don't think I'll go back.

    Wesley W.

    Update 1/18:26 Pholuscious is the place to go for lunch, dinner, or late night snack. You cannot go wrong if you're out for a late and stop in for a snack of chicken wings and spring rolls. Or something more filling like the variety of Pho or rice plates, etc. they have in their menu. Everything we have ordered here has been excellent. I would recommend giving Pholusciius a try for excellent Vietnamese confused food.

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    Sharona R.

    We come here often. It's our local place when someone is craving pho usually. Spacious, nice atmosphere with great staff! Food is delicious...any of their phos are tasty...broth is clean without the sweet aftertaste I've tasted a lot lately from other places. I enjoy their vermicelli or shaken beef as well. You can't go wrong with any of their dishes really!

    Is this my new fave pho place?? Omg!!
    Janney A.

    Definitely my favorite pho restaurant. I used to be a fan of Pho 101, but this place is now my #1. The food is delicious, they're open late & the service is always great! I always order #12, well done brisket. My boyfriend always gets #8, build your own. The broth is savory, the meat tastes good, it's nice, thin, tender and lean. It's not as fatty as other places, which is a plus for me. The veggies are fresh, the vinegar onions are actually good and yummy. They have all the sauces you need, including the chili oil. The stone pot maintains the broth nice and warm. There's plenty of tables/seats. All the workers are nice & friendly. Shout out to John, he always helps us out. They open at 10am and close till 12am, which is great because sometimes we eat late at night.

    Amazing experience. Delicious food, great customers service. Helpful & friendly staff. I will definitely return

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    Nathalie Q.

    Enjoyed the light, well balanced flavor of the broth, perfectly sweet without being overly salty. I got combination but removed tripe. Meat and noodles is well portion' 5/5 The rib bone meat was incredibly tender and juicy, it practically fell off the bone as soon as I picked it up. The Thai tea was nicely sweet, while the green Thai tea was more subtle and less sweet. Go with the regular Thai tea if you have a sweet tooth.

    Austin B.

    Compared to other late night pho spots (open til midnight), this one's the best. We came around 10pm on a Tuesday and it was pretty busy. We got seated immediately though. Pho comes in hot stone bowl which keeps it hot longer. Also came with side of nuoc beo (fatty oil) and vinegar onions. Bean sprouts were blanched which I appreciate. Egg rolls were decent. Service was good. Table had everything you need with all kinds of sauces including chili oil. Floor is a little slick and oily but what do you expect.

    Betty T.

    Known for their hot stone pho. Food doesn't come out as quickly as a traditional pho place, but still pretty fast. Ordered 3 meat pho combo with rare beef, brisket, and fatty brisket. Good broth, lots of green onion, and meat to noodle ratio was good. I've never had pho in a hot stone, but it's definitely worth it on those cold days since it keeps the broth warm. Appreciate that they DO take CC and they are open very late every day - definitely a good late night option.

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    Tammy B.

    Tried the beef bone pho and overall it was really good. The broth had strong, rich flavor without being greasy, and the marrow bones were massive with tender meat that fell right off. Herbs and condiments were fresh and plentiful, which I always appreciate. Service was excellent -- Jonathan was friendly, attentive, and made sure everything was taken care of. Only small knock is the broth could've been a touch hotter when it hit the table, but flavor-wise it definitely delivered. Portions were filling and it scratched that comfort-food pho craving. I'd definitely come back and try more from the menu.

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    Ashley T.

    I had two different experiences here. The first time, we dined in and the experience was really great. The food came out amazing and had great flavor. The second time, we did a call in order and it was utterly disappointing. The broth was oddly sweet and tasted Americanized. There's so many other pho places that have better broth. The toppings for the pho like the basil looked like it was already picked by other people. It was just the stems...basically we just got the leftovers. The garlic noodles we ordered had raw onions and barely cooked bell peppers, while the meat was overcooked. So either this place is incredibly inconsistent or they don't value customers who take their orders to go.

    7/2025 enjoyed everything we've tried so far
    Jen S.

    Top picks on my recent visits are: Shaken Beef- amazing dipping sauce accompanied this dish! Pho -savory broth Delicious!!! Already a fan! Takeout service is efficient and so quick. I haven't dined in yet but they have a large dining space.

    11. Rare Beef Pho
    Emily A.

    The pho here is absolutely delicious--rich, flavorful broth and perfectly cooked noodles every time. I love the fried egg rolls as well. The portions are generous, and everything tastes fresh and authentic. The staff is friendly and welcoming, which makes the whole experience even better. The restaurant is always clean and vibes are great ! Definitely my favorite spot for a comforting bowl of pho.

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