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Came dinner time right before a football game so there wasn't a wait. You order at the front. They were pretty quick with bringing out the food and I like the self serve bar for the sides. This is a good pho with some differences from a traditional bowl of pho. The noodles are a bit thicker and the rare steak leans more thick and has more of a chew. You could also ask for chili oil. The building is beautiful and gives the experience a little more than casual dining.
I love trying new pho places. After a day of thrifting, this place hit the spot. The cucumber fountain drink was so refreshing and light for a hot summer day. It was easy to order, the portions are large, and the atmosphere was relaxing. Service was great! If we lived closer, we would dine here more often.
Came here and got the Sip Pho combo. Really solid bowl, especially for being so close to campus. The broth was flavorful, clean, and comforting, and the portion felt just right. They have a UT student discount if you show your ID, which is a nice bonus. You order at the counter and self serve your own water and drinks, so everything feels quick and casual. The vibes are very nice and aesthetic, clean and modern without feeling too busy.
Food: I got the waygu Pho, personally I loved it. Meat looked great before we put it in the pho, very good quality. Broth is great and tons of sauces you can add to the pho. Noodles don't even compare slurp right down the gullet. Tons of different plants in my soup I didn't even know the names of. Overall a 7/10 Service: service was great, food came out fast, wonderful lady at the desk explained to me how to order my first pho. 6/10 Ambiance: the vibe in here is super chill, kind of like cafeteria style tables but don't feel like I'm sitting with a bunch of random people. Hand sanitizer everywhere to keep your hands clean. 7/10
Just got dinner from here for the first time and ordered the beef pho and it was delicious! I got the rare steak for my protein and it was pretty good. The broth was great and I loved how they had an area with extra limes and toppings for the pho. The restaurant was very unassuming from the outside so I was very surprised by how cute it was when we walked in. Service was also very good and our food came out super fast!
Absolutely loved this place!! Everything we ordered was so good, but the Wagyu pho really stood out super rich, flavorful broth and the beef just melts in your mouth. The brisket pho was also great, comforting and packed with flavor. Crab rangoons were obviously amazing as well. The food came out fast, hot, and fresh, and you can tell they really care about quality. The place is super cute on the outside and inside as well. This is definitely going into my regular rotation whenever I'm craving pho. Can't wait to come back soon!!!
A classic Pho staple right near campus. Although I'm not always craving this place, it does hit the spot eventually on rainy days which are the only times I come. I always get their seafood pho which has generous helpings of seafood. The broth is slightly bland but that can be easily remedied with sriracha and hoisin. I've tried their rangoons and bbq buns and those were actually really amazing. The bbq pork was marinated really well and cooked amazingly. The only downside is that the items are slightly pricey.
This is a perfect low key date on a cold day souper cozy pho . The line was long but the pho was fast . The service was professional . Parking could be an issue on a weekend night beware . The pho was rich a flavorful . The crab Rangoon's were fried beautifully . I think this is a great solo date or couple date . O
Service was quick and great! The pho was incredible; the broth was so flavorful and delicious. We got the chicken wonton works pho, the beef flank pho, and the brown sugar boba- everything was SO good. The noodles are thicker and soak up the broth really well, it definitely adds to how flavorful it is. Will be coming back! Cute setting too, but seating for larger groups may be more difficult depending on how busy they are.
The service was really quick and nice!! The food was okay, the meat was a lil dry but good flavor. I liked the vibe in there and it was clean!
Craving Pho and made a stop here on a Saturday a little before 2pm. Parking is terrible but if you can walk or find a spot it's definitely worth it. Ordered the waygu pho and the vermicelli short ribs. Got seated inside and we were served very promptly. First out was the pho waygu. The waygu portion was very sizable which for the price was appropriate. Cooked directly how you like in the steaming bowl of broth. The meat was fresh and tender, the broth was spiced beautifully. Very rich and flavorful. The short ribs were also delicious, albeit served not at the same time. Marinated in a sweet savory sauce, slightly chewy but this did NOT detract from the overall deliciousness of the dish. Heaping portions of both. The place is an order at the counter, served at the table spot with indoor and outdoor seating. Kinda tight on room inside but still an OK set up. The prices are def not poor college kid prices, over $50 for our two dishes but again, banging flavors and huge portions so worth it if you come hungry and are craving some great Vietnamese food.
The ambiance is cute and the service here is amazing and quick! The broth is good and the brisket is fairly tender. I prefer a thinner rice noodle and green onions in my pho, but if you like a wider rice noodle this is definitely the place to try!
Sip Pho is the spot! Came here on a Sunday during brunch hours after a night of drinking, and this place hit the spot! We ordered the pork egg rolls, "The Works" Pho (Pho Dac Biet for us Viet folks), Bun Bo Hue, and Vietnamese Coffee. Everything we ordered was phenomenal. The quality of the food and portion size was worth it. The Bun Bo Hue came with a huge short rib, and had meat normally found in Pho. It was unique to see and very tasty. Located near UT- Austin, so generally had a younger crowd as well as local families wanting to enjoy delicious Pho. You order at the counter and then seat yourself after. Chill atmosphere with both indoor and outdoor seating. Absolutely recommend this place and will be back!
I totally can see why this place is on top of everyone's list for Pho. It tastes great, huge portion, friendly staff, good vibe and great location. Although they are not #1 Pho for my preference but I want to be fair and say they make great food with reasonable price for central location. I would totally recommend my friends here too, if they'd like some nice and elegant ambiance. My husband got Bun Bo Hue and it was great too, it's not a regular BBH but more like a fancy one with a big beef bone (you won't regret). Great place for Pho, thanks for elevating a place for this special dish. read more
3 years ago
My friend and I came and had ordered food to go with two viet coffees; However, when we got home, we noticed that they had forgotten to include the two coffee. We went back about a week later to grab some lunch. The owner, Tien, was there. When we mentioned what happened before, she apologized and quickly made our meal on the house. She was really kind and gave us extra attention. The food was just amazing! read more
1 year ago
4 years ago
Sip Pho is my favorite pho place near UT. The restaurant has a really clean, modern, and bright interior. I ordered the beef broth pho with rare steak and brisket. The broth was pretty flavorful. What really stood out was the amount of meat in my bowl, as it was loaded with rare steak and brisket. Not sure if it's always like this, but my bowl easily had double the portion of meat compared to other pho places I've been to. Parking is a bit tough, but they have more spots around the back. Overall, this is a really solid place for good pho near UT. read more
Went here on a Friday night at 7 and it was busy as usual. Parking is limited in front, but there's more parking in the back and street parking close by! You order at the counter and then they tell you what table to sit at so they can bring your food out. They do have outdoor seating in the back that's shaded, but still hot during the day. I love this place for pho or their rice plates if I'm downtown! The pork belly rice plate is my go to and the portion is a good size! I also always order their crème brûlée boba with matcha Thai tea. I love the salted cheese top. The boba itself is a hit or miss but still worth it! Check it out if you're downtown! read more
1 year ago
Delicious Vietnamese food; Right around the college area, you're bound to find a variety of food from different cultures, and while you may not consider them fancy, they often have great down to earth flavors at reasonable prices. We came by right when they opened so it wasn't packed but just during the 30-45 minutes we were there it got quite busy, so it's no secret that this place has amazing food, enough for 2 meals really. The soup I got was packed with flavor and had a great balance of broth to veggie/meat ratio. Savory but not oily or fatty, not too salty but with all of the flavors you want. Would definitely go back and try some other items they have; if you're wanting no frills well priced soup/pho, this is a place you should check out read more
2 years ago
Good food and good services. UT students get discount with ID. Parking could be tough sometimes. read more
3 years ago
I love PHO PLEASE & SIP pho. I always order the SAME thing. Beef rib pho and short rib rice. Cashier was so nice and warm, he tell me to take a bottle of water but NOT THE FOOD RUNNER . the bald man gave us our food, and we asked if we could have a bowl to share. he very RUDE answered "you can take a bowl OVER there" pointing to the sauce counter. we look there and there is no bowl. :") This is the cery first time i had a bad service from here. Very disappointed read more
1 year ago
This place is honestly pretty good- i really liked their beef pho! However the soup tends to be a little bit greasier as they put a lot of oil especially on their bun bo hue. I honestly didn't really like their bun bo hue but the pho here is really decent. They also use the thicker noodle instead of the thin one. The matcha crem brulee boba was pretty good as well but next time i'll probably get it without the boba balls because it seemed like its been soaking for too long and not really chewy. But overall i think this is a solid spot! You order up front and they bring your food to your table and service is fast. read more
Went on a Monday and it was busy but the service was amazing ! The food came out so fast. I love that there's a self serve condiment bar. The teas were delicious. The boba was also tasty all of the sodas on their machine are vegan. The pho is so flavorful and a really big portion! We got the tofu pho and the rare beef steak pho. I would definitely come back and it's so cute in here! There's indoor and outdoor seating. read more
2 years ago
Sip Pho is so delicious! This was our second time here and it was just as good as the first time! We had the bao buns with grilled pork, grill plate with pork and rice and another grill plate with beef short ribs and vermicelli. The meat was perfectly seasoned and cooked to perfection! The portions were also very generous. Service was quick and friendly. Seating can be limited during peak hours, but we were able to grab a seat fairly quickly on a Sunday afternoon. We don't live close but will make the drive again and again! read more
It's been a year since I've been here, but coming back made me realize how much things have changed since then. It was packed at the restaurant as usual on a Sunday afternoon. My partner got the pho wagyu and I ordered the beef rib pho. We seated ourselves and waited for our order to come out. Normally, I'm not as nit picky but I couldn't help but noticed how the tables wasn't as clean. It had that sticky feeling to it. The silverwares seemed questionable too. Our veggies/herbs and soups came out shortly. The veggies ,not pictured, not only did not look appealing but was not fresh either. The bean sprouts had brown ends to it meaning it's at least a week old. My $18 beef rib soup was the next disappointment. For that amount, I was expecting for it to be tender. Instead, it was so tough. Even with the knife, it was hard to cut through it- because it was in a hot stone bowl. I'm not sure what happened since I last visited, but I have to sadly say the quality greatly decreased. I think the restaurant has a lot of attraction being near UT, but not enough workers to keep up with the volume of customers. As a result, quality decreased on all areas. read more
1 year ago
4 years ago
Cutest date night ever!!! The ceiling was decorated with tons of origami, perfectly highlighting the high barn style ceiling. My partner took me here after we went to a concert in the city and it was so cozy. Let's be real, we're here for the food. If you want Pho, they've got it and it is amaazinnggg. We shared a ban mi and pho and it was more than enough food. We actually ended up having to take some home since we started with an order of rangoons. Not only was the food delicious but the presentation was beautiful and the service was great. Definitely check this place out! read more
2 years ago
Excellent Vietnamese close to UT Austin. Campus. Pho, bahn mi, and grills are fresh and tasty. Very fast service. Modern, clean location read more
One of our favorite go-to spots for our family. With every opportunity, we try to bring friends or visitors to experience the deliciousness. For a Thursday dinner, there were plenty of parking (front or back lot) and seating (indoor or outdoor). The place is very clean with a nice ambiance for a meal with friends or a date! Service was fast and friendly with eagerness to assist with any and all your questions! The pho broth is delicious and the portions are more than enough. The Wagyu Pho is tasty and a must try when available. You get a hot bowl with the Wagyu beef on the side to place in the hot bowl at your desire. The tofu egg roll is a great appetizer with lots of flavor and the perfect crisp outer skin. The banh mi was delicious and tasty as well. Overall, this is a must visit and they even give a discount for veterans and students of UT! We will definitely be back. Enjoy! read more
2 years ago
I like the ambiance of the place it is super cute and clean. I got the egg roles with tofu. The ice matcha with boba is really good. read more
Craved vietnamese food so we swung by here on a Saturday morning right when they opened. There was one other table here but the place filled up quickly!! I ordered the bun Bo hue. The broth was great, but the noodles were a little undercooked and the meat on the beef ribs were not tender. It was hard to eat. The service was great. You go up to the counter and order and they give you a number to sit down. Water and drinks are self serve. The place is cute and clean. I'll probably come by and try a different fish. read more
4 years ago
I really enjoyed my experience at sip pho. Got there around 7:30lm on a Saturday and this place is packed. All the front and overflown parking are full, we had to park at the gas station across the street. They had a sign saying shortage on employee, guess that's why we are seeing a line at the registry. However, we didn't have to wait long, the line move super fast! We ordered two appetizers, pork belly buns and crab Rangoon. We both loved the bun and how much picked vegetables they loaded on it for you. Have to point out, the pork belly is not the chunky ones you normally get elsewhere, but more of a slider pork belly. That made it so much more flavorful. The crab Rangoon is good but it's not the most impressive ones that I had. The pho is really good! Delicious soup and super flavorful. I ordered flank steak and brisket. The meat has some tendon in it, but the hot soup make it all super good. The rice dish also worth a try, super flavorful meat and has tons of pickled vegetables. If you like picked vegetables as I do, should definitely try it. The rice dish also come with a soup, I think it's made out of white gourd. My mom used to make those when I was a kid, brought back a lot of memories. Definitely suggest this place, and will want to try their bham mi sandwich next time. 5/5 for a cold winter day! read more
1 year ago
As far as Bun Bo Hue and Pho goes, Sip Pho is one of my favorite places to come for this. The Bun Bo Hue comes with a big pork rib in it which is the first I've seen for this type of dish! I've also gotten their pho series and it has always been delicious - the meat in the pho is always so tender, the best I've had in my countless bowls of pho I've eaten. Broth is always flavorful and doesn't need any added condiments. Interior is modern, bright, clean, and stylish - love the ambiance here. They also have a small outdoor seating area and parking is very limited in the front with about a handful of spaces. read more
2 years ago
I love this little Vietnamese pho place. It always hits the spot when you're craving a good bowl of soup on a cold and gloomy day. Their bun bo hue is fantastic! read more
3 years ago
Wagyu Pho $20 Sip Pho $15 (basically pho dac biet meaning all meat special) Egg Roll Vermicelli $14 Boba Tea $5 Likes: -Aesthetic (open, bright interior, covered outdoor patio) -Ordering system (order and pay first then seats are assigned for your party) -Paper towels that I can actually use as a napkin instead of the super cheap ones at most Vietnamese establishments Dislikes: -Parking lot -Communal tables -Pho broth (very light in flavor) -Soup spoon (too small, flimsy, couldn't build a perfect bite) -Cast iron bowls that came with wagyu pho (looks cool but not practical since they were hot to handle) -Vermicelli noodles were overcooked Vedict: I prefer to slurp my pho rather than sip. The amount of broth our party left behind would leave any chef feeling gutted. read more
2 years ago
I thought this place was really good, I got the chicken pho and it was extremely flavorful. My partner got the beef rib pho and he enjoyed it as well. The star anise flavor is very strong in the beef pho broth but still good. The crab rangoons were the best ones I've ever had! The chili oil is very good too! The only reason I took a star off was because the service could be a lot better. The staff could be a lot friendly and more helpful but it wasn't a big deal. read more
Y'ALL! I had the absolute loveliest experience here today. I was literally the first person in the restaurant as they opened the door (lol) and the whole staff was so kind. I had no idea what to order and the gentleman at the front walked me through the menu and they even had pictures of what the different meats/options looked like! I went with the wagyu beef pho and an iced matcha tea with boba. Holy literal cow- out comes the most beautiful presentation of pho I have ever seen. It was kind of like a hot pot in that you cook the wagyu beef in the soup yourself. I loved all the spice selections on the table too so you can really get crazy with the heat! The bowl was huge. I ate about half and took the rest home for dinner. The boba matcha was heavenly. The interior space is beautiful and they have a charming patio. No wifi but I just connected to my phone as a hot spot to do some work. Beautiful restaurant, delicious food, kind staff! What more can one ask for!? I'll be back! read more
6 years ago
They first opened at the end of Feb and then went on pandemic shutdown until now Short Rib Vermicilli ($13) I'm sure will blow your grass hat off. Grilled Vietnamese bbq flavors on untraditional cuts of meat, like short ribs, I've been in search of (also avail. at Broth & Basil btw). They kept the marinade the flavors of traditional Viet bbq which is what a lot of us are soughting after - fusion with out the compromise of traditional flavors. At least 5 pieces of short ribs and I say at least because that's all I can count from my picture. There were more buried under. Peekaboo Bugaboo! We're talking like a 12-13 inch plate or so of vermicilli noodles, sprouts, spring mix lettuce, Vietnamese pickled carrots, crushed peanuts AND an egg. Pho rare steak & brisket ($11) Meanwhile, most people are likely gonna post about the Beef Rib ($18) and Waygu ($18 - cz y'know it's Instagram), I'm sticking with the traditional pho and oh, how could I explain.The broth was on the lighter version of bold. The meats are cut ever so slightly thicker and leaner for the brisket and you get oodles of noodles. Like oodles. The rare steak was cooked the broth that came out steaming hot so recommend to order the steak on the side fo sho Shrimp Bao ($7) Shrimp was also so well marinated that it had a caramel color. Less charcoal smokiness; more marinated flavor. The baos were soft; not dense or cold. No skipping on the amount of veggies on the bao itself Boba Drinks (free) the Brown Sugar Boba is my favorite in town for the reason they can make it less sweet upon request. Some other places already premix it or worry about the look of falling sugar more that they can't compromise The boba were the extra fresh and soft. The kind that stick together if you don't drink but fast enough. Mango Tea mango and coffee jelly. Jellies are confirmed to have that bite It's a wide open space and at the moment one of the safest places to dine in inside or on its patio. Temperature checks, limited seating read more
4 years ago
This is our second time visiting this spot when we come to Austin. The quality of Pho & amount of meat that comes in our soup is impressive. My son loves the seafood pho with large shrimp and other seafood. I like the beef pho with all the meats. My little one gets the kids pho with steak. My husband got the Pho Wagyu with plenty of meat. read more
2 years ago
Food was amazing. Broth was super flavorful for both the Pho Rare Brisket and Pho Chicken. Service was standard, workers were kind of indifferent to us. They said no discount for ACC students, only UT. :( Ambiance was AWESOME. Super gorgeous vaulted wooden ceilings, decorated with white and red gold-dusted fans. Just stunning. Everything was beautiful. read more
2 years ago
Food was delicious and the workers were great! Got the creme brulee boba without knowing exactly what it was and I was not disappointed at all read more
2 years ago
Delicious and adorable AND cheap! This was such a great bhan mi place. Highly recommend for a well priced lunch. read more
When I tell you the vibes at this place are immaculate, trust me, they are! BUT... of course there's a but coming... the "but" to this post is that the flavor and authenticity of there pho, while I wish it was spot on, it's just not on par with other pho places around. I ordered the beef combo pho and while all the fixings were there and available, I thought the meat wasn't tender, the pho noodles used were your typical pho noodle experience you would have hope for, which led me to a 3/5 star rating. Aesthetically, this place is bright, vibrant, and inviting. We were seated on the back patio which was spacious for big groups and can seat plenty of patrons. Loved the vibes, the food? Not so much unfortunately :( read more
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512 W 29th St
Austin, TX 78705
University of Texas
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