TL;DR Beef Back Ribs Pho = ONO Spring Rolls = ONO A great Vietnamese option! ----- My wife and I were craving Vietnamese food and had noticed R&B recently opened, so we decided to pop in on a Sunday afternoon for lunch. Whenever I visit a Vietnamese restaurant my order is almost always the same: a soup dish of some kind and an order of spring rolls. Basic, I know. And my order at R&B was no different than usual. However, I decided to opt for the gigantic beef back ribs pho, which comes with three huge pieces of beef ribs along with the usual accompaniments. The ribs were incredibly fatty and tender, the noodles were chewy, and the broth was aromatic and hearty. I'd definitely recommend this dish. Just be careful when maneuvering the ribs around as they are prone to causing a splash. After my meal it looked like I had went on a waterpark ride. The spring rolls were also fantastic; they were crunchy and flavorful. Next time, I am looking forward to trying the oxtail or ribeye phos! read more

Ribs and Broth - Spring Rolls - Vietnamese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Vietnamese menu with a modern twist, mixing in some non-traditional items like ramen, gyoza, and fried oysters. I'm always leery when a place tries to be everything to everybody. For example, the Wonton Ramen is a wonky attempt to combine Japanese and Chinese flavors that just didn't come together. The star here is the Baby Beef Ribs Pho. It comes with three sizable beef bones loaded with meat that is literally fall-off-the-bone tender. Definitely a hearty, satisfying dish. That said, the broth leans more toward a straight beef soup rather than a traditional pho profile with flavors of star anise, cloves and cinnamon. The papaya salad was fresh, crisp, and refreshing. Nice balance overall, though the nuoc mam could use a little more brightness. Something acidic like extra lime or vinegar would really elevate it. The fried oysters were a winna!! Perfectly crispy on the outside and paired nicely with a wasabi mayo that added a subtle kick that paired very well with the rich oysters. The dining room is clean, bright, and welcoming, and there's convenient parking in a private lot next to the restaurant, which is always a plus. Also street parking in front. Happy Eating!! 37 read more

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Just the name of this place sounds good. Having ribs in a nice broth would be delicious and it was! I tried the Beef Back Ribs Pho and it was so good. At $25.95, it seems a bit pricey but when you get it, you realize it's worth it. You get 3 big ribs, so tender the meat just falls off the bone. The broth is very flavorful and robust. The noodles are a little wider than most but i prefer it. The vegetables are standard but everything comes together nicely. I would definitely order this one again and pay the $25.95! I also had some of the spring rolls which were good but the same as other places. Ribs and Broth is located in the former Bankok Chef on King St., near the Humane Society. It's not too big but comfortable and casual. There's a shared parking lot and street parking. The street parking is free after 6 pm. We ordered take out and the service was excellent. They were very patient and helpful. The food was ready when they said it would be. The order was accurate and packed nicely. I would highly recommend the beef ribs pho, take out or dine in! read more

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My friend wanted to try this new Vietnamese restaurant that recently took over the old Bangkok Chef location in the Moiliili neighborhood. Ribs and Broth was the restaurant of choice, and if you're not into pho, they do offer Banh-Mi sandwiches, as well as regular plates. Normally I go for pho on a chilly day, but since I came here lunch on a warm Saturday morning, I decided to do a sandwich that day. We ordered the following items - 1. Chicken gyoza for an appetizer to share. 2. Combo pho - which was MAAAAAAAAAAAASIVE! 3. Lemongrass Chicken Banh-Mi sandwich. What can I say about da grub??? I don't know what I was thinking, as I wasn't feelin' like eating pho that day, so I ordered the chicken Vietnamese sandwich (Banh-Mi). The sandwich was good, but on the punie side, and when I saw my friend's pho, my eyes almost popped out of my eye socket & wished I ordered the pho! Lol! Overall, a very good Vietnamese restaurant with nice decor. Service was on-point, and parking was easy, as there is a lot of street parking or you can park in the private parking lot which is shared by other businesses. read more

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There's a huge bone in my pho! Three of them! So creative that only Ribs and Pho Restaurant offers this on Oahu. Originally started with the original Ribs and Pho in Wahiawa in 2022, its popularity led to expansion to Waipahu and Waikiki, and now to McCully that opened on 12/12/26. This review is on the Ribs and Broth in McCully, which has the same menu as the Waipahu and Waikiki locations. The restaurant offers authentic Vietnamese cuisine with innovative surprises, as well as traditional dishes. It is famous for its signature dish, which is a large back beef with bone in pho that is simmered for 8 hours. Its extensive menu also includes appetizers (calamari, summer/spring rolls, gyoza, oysters, chicken wings); bahn mi (bbq pork, lemongrass chicken, beef belly); vermicelli (shrimp, bbq pork or lemongrass chicken & spring rolls); pho (oxtail, beef back/short rib, ribeye, shrimp, beef belly, spicy beef, beef stew, veggies, steak & tendon/brisket/meatballs); ramen (bbq chicken, won ton, bbq pork, beef belly, seafood, beef back ribs); entrees (NY steak, bbq beef back ribs, tamarind pork ribs, fish, tempura, bbq pork/chicken, chicken katsu); and vegetarian. According to owner Phuong Nguyen, the 2nd most popular dish is the bbq beef back ribs plate with sauce, followed by the crispy sweet sour tamarind pork ribs with chili sauce. We shared the following: * Beef back ribs pho. Served piping and steaming hot, the huge bowl came with 3 huge bones of meaty beef back ribs in a clear broth with flatter chewy noodles, sliced round onions, and topped with green onions. A side dish of bean sprouts, basil, culantro, jalapenos, and a lime wedge accompanied the pho. Loved the clean and fragrant broth! Couldn't believe there were 3 huge bones with lots of meat on them, and glad that we shared this huge dish! The only way to eat those bones was to pick them up with your hands and bite them off, as they were so tender and beefy! Awesome dish! * Fried calamari. Crispy and lightly fried calamari with a slightly spicy mayo sauce, this was also a winner! A generous amount was served, and it was delicious! The husband-and-wife team provided excellent customer service. We arrived at 5p on a Saturday and within a minute, 12 people in one party walked in! Then, parties of 4 started to come in, and within 20 minutes, all 30 seats were completely filled! We were very fortunate to have been seated at a table of 2, and we rushed to order before anyone else did. They're really busy on weekends even for early dinner, so suggest that weekdays are better. We did not have any problems with our orders and the refilling of water glasses. The renovated restaurant has new walls, wooden tables, black chairs and updated lighting. Tables can be placed together or separated to accommodate the number of people in a party. Hours of operation are daily 11a to 10p. Reservations are taken for large groups only. BYOB. Located at the former Bangkok Chef spot and next to Izakaya Naru, free parking is available in the lot next to the building complex that is shared with other businesses; however, on weekends, it appears to be always full; metered street parking is also available. We loved our first experience here and look forward in returning to try other menu offerings, but will do so on a weekday. We wish the Nguyen family much success to the McCully location! read more

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The broth here is tasty but I'm not a fan of their flatter/wider, northern stylepho noodles. My husband's beef stew (Bo kho) w/baguette was okay but not one of his favorites. He said the baguette was decent but the beef was too fatty. He preferred Aloha Vietnamese's Beef stew over all others. Also, their summer rolls and peanut hoisin dipping sauce had a strangely bland taste to them. We really wanted to like this pho restaurant but will probably continue going across the street for Pho Nina instead. read more

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I was super excited to try Ribs and Broth at their new location in town, on University (where the Thai restaurant used to be). Free parking at the lot and metered parking nearby. My boyfriend and I enjoyed the spring rolls. They tasted light and prominently of taro. Very interesting and pretty good. The pho was lovely but the noodles were unfamiliar to us. The noodles were much thicker, and chewier for our preference. The broth was pretty good and the combo pho offered lot of meat. Prices fair. Might try something other than pho next time. Customer service was alright. Staff wasn't as attentive but they were nice. The interior of the restaurant is clean, lots of seating. Only one single unisex restroom for customers. read more

Ribs and Broth - Spring Rolls - Vietnamese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Checklist: 1. Delicious and authentic tasting food. CHECK! 2. Generous food portions and value. CHECK! 3. Friendly and efficient service in a clean and well-maintained dining room. CHECK! 4. Accessible location for walk-in dining and takeout. CHECK! 5. Free parking at the nearby parking lot. CHECK! We were returning home from our workout session through the Mō'ili'ili neighborhood, looking forward to eating ramen at one of our regular stops, when we noticed this new Ribs & Broth location. Although I was familiar with their Wahiawā and Waipahu locations, I was pleasantly surprised to find on Yelp that this Vietnamese restaurant had expanded to Waikīkī and, more recently, to Mō'ili'ili. We drove past, as I mentioned, eating Vietnamese food with my husband, who quickly decided to circle back into their attached shared parking lot. Since it was around 3 pm, there was no lunch rush to contend with, and we walked into this clean, new neighborhood restaurant while noticing a family eating. It turned out the family were the owners/workers of this site, as they stood up and welcomed us into the restaurant. Whoops! We apologized for interrupting their mealtime, but they said it was okay since their business sign showed they were open and they were finishing up anyway. It didn't take us long to decide, as we were familiar with their menu, and the food came out quickly, hot, and fresh from the kitchen within 15 minutes after placing our orders. FOOD: - Spicy Beef Noodle Soup (bún bò Huế)": I was feeling a bit chilled after cooling down from our workout and walking about in the blustery weather, so I chose this warming and comforting noodle soup. The large bowl was filled with a spicy beef-based broth, rice noodles, tender beef slices, steamed pork roll slices (chả lụa), a pork blood cube (huyết), fried onions, and topped with fresh cilantro. The noodle soup was served with a plate of fresh basil, jalapeño slices, bean sprouts, and lemon wedges. I found the spice level to be comfortable, with a slight, slow afterburn in my throat. $17.95 - BBQ Beef Short Ribs: My husband chose this beef short rib entrée since he was craving beef instead of noodle soup. He said the beef short ribs were tender, juicy, and mildly seasoned as compared to Korean BBQ. However, he was surprised that his plate didn't seem to have an abundance of vegetables to balance the meat's flavor, texture, and nutrients. $20.95 Still, we enjoyed our late lunch in a clean, new, and friendly restaurant and would not hesitate to return. 4.4 stars read more

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Came here with my family because they wanted to try! I tried their BBQ Pork Vermicelli Bowl and I thought it was okay. Nothing really special about it, it just tastes like any ordinary vermicelli bowl. However, I did get to taste a little of the pho and that's really good! They use a wider noodle so it's more chewier! Overall, Service is fast, my bowl was okay, but their pho is pretty good! I'd come back next time to try something else. read more

Ribs and Broth - Menu - Vietnamese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Dinner in Moiliili, Honolulu, Hawai'i... While driving down King Street, I saw a white sign with red lettering: Ribs & Broth I thought: wow! I don't have to drive to Waikiki nor Waipahu anymore! Yes, Ribs & Broth is a familiar name! Their Waikiki location is at the Stix Asia (Food Court) in the lower level of the Waikiki Shopping Plaza. I've also been to the Waipahu location with free shared parking... All of the locations are good... food wise. However, this Moiliili location has free shared parking AND is convenient. It's between Izakaya Naru and La Cicchia, across the street from Dagon restaurant. Service was very efficient and friendly! Our water glasses were filled several times! I ordered the vermicelli with spring rolls and BBQ pork. It also had some fresh and pickled veggies on it! I devoured it! We also shared a platter of spring roll appetizers. We taught our friend to use the lettuce as a wrap and stuff it with vermicelli, a spring roll, and some veggies! Delicious! I'm so happy that Ribs & Broth has a new location! I'm looking forward to returning! read more

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Phonominal experience... Though it was take out and not the dine in experience it's all the same as I entered the restaurant there was a staff that greeted me as I asked if I'm able to make a takeout order. Walking in was nice to see how spacious and the amount of tables they have but know that they had two air conditioning units and I was freezing and not sure if it's for folks enjoying the hot soup or spiciness but coldness was real so if you're sensible to that I'd recommend to sit near the door area. With that I decided to order the "Pho Beef Stew" though their ribs is what their know for I just never really heard of beef stew and pho for as a dish that I just had to give it a try and was pleased to see how the packed it all separately so that nothing gets mushy in transit. The soup just hit the spot after a long and exhausting day it just gave me the much needed energy for me to recharge which a flavorful broth that does have the beef stew-ish feel yet the pho herbal aroma was just so comforting. Huge beef chunks and huge carrots is the supporting role for me as I couldn't get enough of the broth along with the noodles which was cooked perfectly with being slightly al dented had a nice bite and wasn't mushy at all. I do admit for take out it wouldn't be possible to make it hot so I did heat the soup up a bit more to give it that first perfect sip...with that I'm not sure if I'd every try anything else there as this local girl loves their beef stew lol! Thank you! read more

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I was very surprised by how nice the ambiance was in the restaurant! Though not a very large spot, the place was very clean and had a woody modern feel. The staff were very nice and the food came out very quickly. The beef rib meat was so soft! We didn't even need to use a knife to get it off the bone. I enjoyed the taste of the beef as it didn't have any super overpowering sauce added, and it had a perfect grill char with that hint of smoky. I preferred eating the beef rib in the plate version rather than in the pho as the taste of both the beef and the pho are dialed down when together. Tips: street parking is nearly impossible at prime dinner time and the parking lot is usually very full until after 7pm. Better chances of finding a parking if you go early or wait till at least 730pm. read more

Ribs and Broth - Beef rib plate - Vietnamese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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After church on a rainy day, this place was perfect!! Location is in Moiilili, where the old Bangkok Chef was. Their popular menu item is exactly what the restaurant name "Rib and Broth". The broth is different than the other pho places, even their spring rolls. I would return just to try other things on the menu. The workers were really friendly and restaurant and bathroom very clean. Ambiance was quiet and calm. read more

Ribs and Broth - Rib Bone noodle Pho - Vietnamese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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I think I have to try another pho dish as the one that I had was a bit different from what I am used to...it is definitely lighter. I tried the Beef Short Ribs Pho for takeaway. Often I only use the basil and bean sprouts and don't add hoisin or chili oil. But i needed to enhance the Pho with the hoisin sauce. Ribs & Broth has two other locations: Waipahu and Waikiki. The week before was their grand opening week so I'll give them a ( golf term ) mulligan. Walked in and got my takeout in just under 10 minutes. Parking lot for this small strip mall is adjacent to the eatery...I parked near thr Post Office. read more

Ribs and Broth - Vietnamese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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I went to their location at Stix Waikiki. Business is located in former Bangkok Chef. Ambiance is nice with paintings on wall and tables and chairs. My order came out fast since there was many customers. I ordered pork belly banh mi and Vietnamese coffee. Pork belly was tender. Coffee was strong. I need to come again. read more

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Today we had lunch at Ribs and Broth and everything was absolutely delicious. The tofu lemongrass entrée was incredibly flavorful and perfectly cooked. We also had the shrimp papaya salad, which was fresh and amazing. You can truly taste the authenticity in every dish. Definitely some of the best authentic Vietnamese food we've had! read more

Food was tasty. But I think it has msg. I had that feeling on my tongue later. Portion size is huge. The beef ribs pho had 3 ribs. The meat had flavor. Nice staff but forgot that I did not want cilantro. Had to pick it all out. Condiments are on the table. Very clean. Restroom available. read more

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Review is just of the beef bone pho. I did take out and also I got the short rib one for Ma, and she said she liked it, but that's as far as I know. Called...caller ID still shows Bangkok Chef. It was a weird call so I hung up. And luckily they called back so I could place my order and not wait. The Beef bone was ono. I like the noodles, even if I don't eat the noodles. The pho broth is super tasty but not overpowering. The Beef fell off the bone...I would like to work at it slightly more, but Baby liked it, and it made it easy for us to share. Baby picked up the bone, caveman style, and was eating the meat off of it. Super soft. Delish. Me, Baby, Hubs shared that the pho (we also had other lefovas) and was a perfect supplement to our meal. YUM. read more

Good service. Waiter checked on us through out the meal. The restaurant is clean and lots of seating. Very quiet the day I went. I got the short rib pho. I thought I was going to get a little more meat and it wasn't as tender as I had hoped. The broth was good. I had lots of leftover. The meat was tender the next day after soaking in the broth. I will go back but I want to try the entree dishes. read more

Dropped in for the first time on a late Saturday and were warmly greeted by a friendly hostess who seated us and presented the menu. Our server recommended the beef rib pho, while my lady ordered the short ribs. The short ribs, served with salad, rice, and a dipping sauce, were delicious. The beef ribs in the pho were fork-tender and fell right off the bone. The broth was light yet full of flavor, with a generous portion of noodles. The ambiance was comfortable, thanks to a clean, welcoming, and friendly atmosphere. read more

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This new spot replaced my go to for pho and spring rolls. It was a surprise to see Bangkok Chef closed but Im glad it was replaced with a restaurant that serves similar food. I tried the Rib in Broth in Waipahu and they were great so seeing they opened one in my neighborhood was a treat! I tried the famous beef rib pho and it was fantastic!! Fall off the bone meat was exactly what happened! The mix of vegetables and spicy sauce used was onolicious! They gave a 20% since was during their soft opening. Don't think they expected to be as busy as they were cause the server looked overwhelmed and kept taking food to the wrong tables. Given time, he'll get his pace down. Looking forward to returning and trying their other menu items! read more

Free parking in a parking lot. Free parking!!! That's a rare gem for Honolulu. Service was great and the facility is very clean over all. Staff was attentive and kind. Food = not bad! 4/5 for flavor and quality. Noodles were perfectly chewy but they are the medium flat kind (not thin and flat like how you're use to at pho places in Orange County, California). Quantity 5/5 - a heavy portion for pho Price = fair for the island. read more

Ribs and Broth - Pho combo aka "đặc biệt" - Vietnamese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

i was so excited to try out ribs and broth (finally!) but the expectations kinda fell very short. They have several locations now and this newest location is closest to where i live so i definitely wanted to try it out, especially with 20% soft opening promotion. They have a small lot thats shared with other businesses. I parked in 20 minutes since i was doing takeout. Inside is very clean and service was very friendly. Menu items were small/limited and pretty basic. I ordered the beef rib pho which came out to $21 after discount. Not bad. took it home, reheated it on the stove and tried it out. meat was soft but bland. pho broth was also pretty bland and watery. I was left pretty disappointed since i was actually pretty sick and wanted to eat this. anyway - sucks that i kinda fell on the instagram bandwagon, but most likely not returning. read more

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so unfortunate this is one of the FEW places that wont make a chicken summer roll for people allergic to shrimp ‍

Located on King St. parking in same lot as the post office next to Fukuya. This is not their first restaurant and their experience really shows. Excellent options with authentic Pho taste at reasonable prices. There are also local dishes for those in your party that don't want that great Vietnamese cuisine but I highly recommend any of their Pho or Bun Ba Hue bowls. Great, efficient service and nice clean restaurant. Try once and I'm confident you will be back again! read more

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The combination of excellent food, friendly service, and a pleasant environment made this pho restaurant a standout choice. Whether you're a pho enthusiast or trying it for the first time, this place is worth a visit. read more

Ribs and Broth - Spring rolls, Beef stew Pho, oxtail Pho, Chicken Katsu - Vietnamese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

We've now been back to Ribs and Broth multiple times, and I can confidently say the quality is not a one-time fluke ....it's consistently excellent. The pho continues to be the best in Hawaii, with that same rich, aromatic broth and perfectly fresh noodles every single visit. That level of consistency is rare. Everything we've ordered has been just as good as the first time.....fresh banh mi, crispy spring rolls, perfectly cooked calamari, and those Korean-style kalbi ribs that disappear from the plate within minutes. It's the kind of place where you start craving specific dishes during the week. What really makes this spot special though is the people. The owner and staff are incredibly warm, welcoming, and genuinely appreciative of their customers. You can feel the pride they take in both the food and the experience. It's cozy, inviting, and feels like a neighborhood favorite. It's the kind of restaurant you're happy to support again and again. read more

Came here last night, oxtail pho was decent but almost $26 it could have used more vegetables and broth. It wasn't the worst pho I've had but then I found a bug in my food. The wait staff is nice but not very attentive. They stood around watching a lot and even after our bill was paid I had to ASK for take out containers. My son got his food last about 10 min after everyone else and he only had a kids ramen which was broth and noodles. read more

Ribs and Broth - Oxtail pho - Vietnamese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Delicious!!! Loved the menu. Must go back to try other items. Since it was our first time there, all 3 of us just wanted to try beef ribs. I had the BBQ beef back ribs (not in soup). Very tasty and the was meat falling of the bone. Very generous entree, plenty to take home. My leftover meal was just as enjoyable the next night. Others all enjoyed their beef ribs in Pho or ramen. Only one person managed to slurp up the entire bowl. read more

Best pho EVER!! Beef back ribs pho comes comes with 3 ribs, and the noodles are thicker and chewier than the usual pho noodle. DELICIOUS!! I went with a friend a few weeks ago and had to get take out because I didn't have enough! Service is very friendly and accommodating. Be sure to ask for chili oil! Will definitely be back! read more

Ribs and Broth - Beef back ribs pho - Vietnamese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

OMMGGG it was soo gooood! I got the #22, Pho w/ tendon, tripe, beef ball, & brisket. The broth was sooo good, not too salty, not too bland, just balanced and perfect. The noodles I was expecting the long stringy thin ones, but this came with a little bit thicker noodles, and it was not overcooked, or under cooked, just balanced and perfect again. GREAT PORTION for its price. I plan to come back soon to try the other plates they have. But if you're looking for some quality Pho? I would recommend this place without a doubt. Server was awesome )didn't catch his name), always making sure we were ok or if needed anything Would definitely recommend if you're looking for some Good Pho read more

Ribs and Broth - #22 Pho Combo, added jalapeño and cilantro - Vietnamese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Today I got to try the Spicy Beef Soup and It was very tasty. The service was very friendly and helpful. read more

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Ribs & Broth, enough said!! Fast service, great food and clean beautiful establishment!! read more

Ribs and Broth - Ribs and Broth, Bam!!!!!!! - Vietnamese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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This place was an amazing find, the broth was so flavorful and the service was excellent. I definitely recommend stopping by if you're in the mood. The place is clean, quiet and intimate. It's definitely date night worthy. read more

Ribs and Broth - Combo pho - Vietnamese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Excellent food and service. Large portions, high quality, perfectly prepared. Juicy, fall off the bone meat. Kalbi was also soft, tender and cooked just right. Presentation and paring of sides perfect. read more

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Opened 2 weeks ago and seats approximately 30+ very quaint but clean ambiance. Service was prompt and courteous and very polite. Food was seasoned well and decent portions. Pho was tasty and vegetables very fresh. Summer rolls could be a meal in itself. read more

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Wanted to give this place a try for the first time and ordered bahn mi sandwiches. The flavor and quality were okay but the size of the sandwiches is really underwhelming. Ordered two sandwiches for 28 dollars and they were incredibly small and portion sizes within the sandwiches itself. Mostly pickled daikon, and little cilantro and little meat inside. You have to be kidding me for the cost of the sandwich for what they actually offer. The picture on the window does not match the product at all read more

Ribs and Broth - Vietnamese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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The beef back rib was good. Service was great, but the broth did not have depth. It almost tasted like salt water, noodles and beef. They need to triple the amount of spices that is normally in pho. read more

Their pho was phenomenal. Great portions. The beef stew pho was exceptional as well. Not a fan of their summer rolls or ban mi but the broth bowls were amazing! read more

Underwhelming, but it's what I expected, so I was not upset. The broth is whatevers but lots of meat and the tendon was perfect. Size is big so you can share. Good for when you are craving pho and you're lazy , so you eat it even if it's not the best. Kids won't notice the difference. Too bad we are picky LA ppl and have unbelievable pho, so we compare. read more