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4.5 (49 reviews)
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Combination pho and pork and eggroll vermicelli.
Jennifer N.

Very slow service while we are the only customer in the restaurant. Food is decent but filled with MSG. We ordered the sugarcane shrimp as an appetizer, and it didn't come out until we finished our main course. You can tell it was previously frozen and it took them awhile to defrost and reheat to fry again. They had someone that didn't understand English running the front of the shop. It was hard to communicate with them as we wanted to ask more about the menu, and all she knew was what number you want to order. Located on Prarrie Blvd. Lots of parking in the rear .

Sianne H.

Very lowkey restaurant where I felt like a grandchild getting fed by my grandmother(in the best way). The food was very homey and the service was not over-the-top welcoming but still very polite and kind!

Janet L.

Drive slowly or you'll pass the restaurant. Very good value for the food. The egg rolls were perfectly crisp. The pho soup is perfect. The only thing is the fried rice portion was small, they packed half a box and out lettuce on the side to "fill the box". But other than that, nice service. Friendly staff. Definitely will go for when we need a good value pho place.

Hayden L.

Very flavorful and authentic pho broth. It had a unique rich flavor with a subtle sweetness. The egg rolls were served fresh, crispy and hot. They were delicious. Since there were two of us, bonus points that they brought out two bowls of dipping sauces for the egg rolls and two plates of bean sprouts and Thai basil for the pho. This is a small mom and pop shop that's easy to drive by if you're not carefully looking for it. The ambiance is nothing special, but it's quaint. There's a parking lot in the back accessible through a small driveway next to the restaurant. It seems to be a family business run by a cute older Vietnamese couple who barely speak English. They're very sweet and kind. Service was fast and friendly.

Mikey F.

Small hole in the wall mom and pop shop. Really easy to miss as the parking is behind the building. There is a Cafe Nho next door so it is a different restaurant but might be the same owner. The food was absolutely delicious. The pho broth was sweet and flavorful and the egg rolls were fresh amd piping hot. They brought a tray of veggie toppings and dipping sauce for each person which is super uncommon, usually they bring one for everyone to share. The service was very fast and everyone was so kind. Highly recommended ans definitely will be back again in the future.

Miss M.

Love this place. They occupy two spaces and it's never that busy here. The service is good, and food is incredible. Prices are unbeatable ($5 iced coffee, $7 banh mi, $14 bun rieu).

Pho
Jynelle Christine S.

Definitely a hole in the wall Vietnamese resto in the Torrance/Gardena area! The older man is extremely friendly and overall service is great. There is also plenty of seating and parking in the back. As for the food, it was all really good and I liked that they sell premade packs of their food like the spring rolls!

Mi Quang
Christine N.

I have to say that this hole in the wall is probably one of the best Vietnamese restaurants I have been to. The staff are friendly and the food comes out quick. The food is very authentic and tastes amazing. Normally I put extra condiments but I don't need any for this spot because the soup is so flavorful. So happy I came across this spot. Will definitely recommend to my friends and family :)

Bun Bo Hue
Debbie L.

I'm adding the same review from Cafe Nho as I'm almost positive the two locations are the same. Yes yes yes. Listen, my order of importance is food, service then ambiance. But the most important, and the one that can forgive rude waiters and an interior that hasn't been updated in 30+ years, will always be the food. I knew this spot was gonna SLAP when I parked in the back lot and saw a gang of Vietnamese grandpas playing cards on a little table. The inside and possibly hygiene is questionable, but the service is so warm and the uncle was so cute and nice. I think this place and the place next door are connected because I got my BBH from one side and the coffee from the other. I ordered the Bun Bo Hue and by first glance I was disappointed but as soon as l had a taste... good lawd!!! The broth looked pretty clear but it tastes deep which tells me they boiled it low and slow for maaaad long. I don't think there was a pork hock in it but I didn't care. I drank all the soup. Came with fresh veggies. Their iced coffee with condensed milk was straight jet fuel crack so naturally I loved it. The total cost of the meal was so cheap. I think my BBH + coffee was under $20 which is unheard of nowadays. My vet is in the area and I will come back every time I have to go.

Banh mi sandwiches
Lou C.

Update on my first review... The first time I ate at South Bay Restaurant, I walked in to the extended side of there business. They have 2 totally separate entrancees right next to each other that I wasn't aware of. I was able to see the main restaurant side and it isn't bad. I did take pictures of both sides as well. Since my first visit, they did spruce up the second side that I originally ate at as well. I was also able to try the pho and it hit the spot on another visit to South Bay Restaurant. On this visit I got 2 grilled pork banh mi, 2 grilled chicken banh mi, and a vietnamese coffee. The grilled pork is definitely the star, so far (did that rhyme).

Maruko X.

Ambiance: it's a family style Vietnamese restaurant located in South Bay, and they serve authentic comfort food Service: very friendly and attentively served food and extra bowls, also helped with packing food in the end Food & Drink: classic pho, vermicelli, and rice dishes Pho Dac Biet - **** House Special Noodle Soup, combination of beef shank, fillet mignon, tendon, meatballs, served with fresh basil, recommend Bun Thit Nuong, Cha Gio - **** Grilled Pork Vermicelli With Egg Rolls, tasty pork slice and crispy egg rolls, recommend Complimentary iced tea - *** light taste Price: generous portions and affordable prices, most of their menu item costs below $15 each, expect less than $20 per person for a fulfilling meal

Pho dac biet
John T.

Ordered the Pho Dac Biet 5/5 You get fresh noodle over here by default which is good. Broth has a slight sweetness but packed with enough flavor. Portions - Enough meat to not complain Service 5/5 - was presented with iced tea upon placing g order which is normally found in Vietnamese eatery's. Affordability - 14 for a solid bowl of beef noodle soup.

Tina P.

I ordered a handful of banh mi's for a party and I was surprised by the size of the sandwich. They were huge! The flavor is a tad light, but for the price and not having to drive to OC for a sandwich is worth it. I would return and try other items. Plenty of parking in the back and workers/owners are friendly.

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The food was okay and the place was not that good. The pho soup was just okay and not hot enough for me.

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food, service, parking...excellent u've gotta try it. my fav is bánh mì đặc biệt, hu tieu nam vang and many more

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Wonderful food and super friendly service! Easy parking in back. Pho was delicious some of the best I've had!

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