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The Pho Bar

4.7 (106 reviews)
ModerateThai, Vietnamese
Closed • 11:00 am - 7:45 pm

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Moderate noise
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Dogs allowed

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Strawberry swirl crepe to die for!!!
Crystal D.

Back to the pho bar, AMAZING AS ALWAYS!! Fresh, authentic, delicious!! Then right next door to T swirl crepe OMG WOW just WOW the crème brûlée Crêpe was ridiculous. So delicious strawberries swirl One was absolutely insane.!!!Great place to bring the family for an after dinner treat, after sporting event, or just to go for a delicious snack. Simply amazing.

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Steven B.

Great portions, deep flavor, fresh ingredients. I noticed almost every table was full and also people sitting in the high top area. At that point, I figured I found a good spot. The cashier was friendly, took my order, and within a few minutes the chef was throwing the ingredients in the wok. I always like the open kitchen concept and the place was very clean.

Pho combo my grand daughter loves it
Sareth P.

My granddaughter enjoying her meal she loves to eat the food was amazing like always quick and fast service

Strawberry Tea
Allison C.

We came to the plaza for another business and decided to have a quick dinner at The Pho Bar for convenience. I had only visited once years ago for a boba tea, so this was my first time dining in. I have to say these were some of the most average dishes I've had in a while. Crab Rangoons were too crispy and had really no cream cheese in them, and while I ordered the pad see ew, they gave me yellow noodles instead. The food definitely didn't feel authentic. I don't see myself returning.

Rice bowl with shrimp and drunken noodles
John D.

Wanting something different from my usual lunchtime fare, I stopped by the Pho Bar, just about twelve P.M., on Saturday. Surprisingly, there was only one other customer, seated with food in front of him, seemingly more interested in his phone than eating. As I would expect, my order was immediately taken by one of the quite friendly, and as it turned out, helpful, employees. Having reviewed the menu on line, I had already settled on the fried rice bowl. With shrimp as an option, that was my choice of protein; but admittedly, When it came to the noodles, I found myself reliant on the aforementioned employee; who cheerfully recommended the drunken noodles. So, drunken noodles it was. Within less than ten minutes, I had my food. In fact, it took longer for the food to cool down to a palatable temperature than it did to be served. But, it was worth the wait. The first bite revealed a savory, tangy flavor, that did not overwhelm the other ingredients. The sweet, crisp, red bell pepper slice made itself known immediately, followed by the crunch of fresh green beans and carrots. The noodles themselves were pleasantly wide, almost reminiscent of lasagna noodles. At just over fifteen bucks, before tip, all in all, this made for a great meal, at a fair price. One last thing; I did notice a sign stating that bubble tea was no longer being offered. Not that I wanted bubble tea; but, not having the option made me think what a great addition to the meal, it might have been

Phoresh Bowl

This place was very hospitable and friendly. You are able to make some of the dishes on the menu your own which is pretty neat. The facility is also clean. The food was also very good.

Chicken dumplings
Caryn M.

Stopped in for lunch recently while in the area. There are a few tables to dine in but all were occupied, so I sat at the counter. I ordered crispy egg rolls and chicken drunken noodles. Service was attentive and friendly. I like the open kitchen set up and the restaurant was extremely clean. My food came out promptly and it was delicious. I have been spoiled by a place I love in Hartford and restaurants closer to me just haven't been able to hit the same taste. However, the drunken noodles here were perfect. Spicy, perfectly cooked noodles and ample veggies. I'll definitely be ordering from here more often.

Pho beef combo
Maureen G.

TOTALLY DELICIOUS!!! Nice, clean, opened atmosphere with very friendly staff. We had the shrimp summer rolls which were fresh and quickly gone. I had the combo beef pho and it was the best pho I have had and I have had a lot of pho. My friend had the wonton and shrimp pad Thai and that too was bursting with flavor. Definitely worth a stop in for lunch, dinner or a snack.

Fried Dumpling
Alicia E.

This feels like a traditional Asian lunch spot. I love the open kitchen and the bar seating. Their menu is to the point and allows for customization for the main dishes which was nice to see. I always love trying new combos of ingredients and I appreciate the menu layout! The food was amazing! The eggrolls had the perfect crunch. The dumplings were fried to perfection. The pork drunken noodles were made with medium spice and it was one of the tastier drunken noodle dishes I have ever tasted. The phoresh bowl was made with brisket and beef broth- normally, these soups are salty, but this one wasn't which I loved! The service here was quick and friendly. I expected nothing less :) wish more places like this were near my town! Such a great, quick bite that'll leave you with leftovers to prolong the experience

Crab Rangoon
Tia Y.

We visited this place last year and finally made it back to check out the food. We wondered why we waited so long to return after enjoying our first bites! The restaurant is beautifully decorated with an open kitchen concept and instagram worthy neon light back drop. Staff are super friendly and helped answer any questions we had. We ordered a lot of fried appetizers and devoured them as quickly as they came out. Shrimp in a blanket is my all time favorite and highly recommend! Everything came out quickly, hot and fresh. The Pho are build your own and you can choose your broth, proteins along with any type of noodle you are fancying. Who would have known Berlin had such great Vietnamese food and bubble teas?! Will definitely return the next time we are in the area and will not wait another year, that's for sure!

Chicken and ginger stir fry bowl

Service is phenomenal and quick. The menu is easy to navigate. And the food is absolutely delicious.

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Reviews are largely positive. People praise the fresh, authentic food, friendly and quick service, and a clean and comfortable space.

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Fave Pho spot in the area! Love the garlic that they add into the broth mmmmmhmmmmmmm

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Love ordering and dining in when I can, so tasteful and the staff is so friendly I highly recommend!

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Hands down the BEST pad Thai and BEST drunken noodles I have EVER had. I've been to other Thai restaurants and pho bars tops all of them.

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Delicious food and great service. The Pho-Fresh noodles were awesome and would recommend highly

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Fast and curious service. The drunken noodle is great. Also has amazing way of making tofu taste amazing

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Easily one of the better bowls of pho I've had on the east coast. I had the short rib pho and it…read morecame with 3 large ribs that had plenty of meat. The broth is so clean and light -- you can tell its depth of flavor is from the beef/bones and aromatics, not heavy fats and salts. The pork egg roll was also tasty and came out freshly fried. Service is extremely fast and friendly, we were in and out in 25 minutes. The space is clean and welcoming with nice natural light (it's a house) and plenty of seating. We had no problem finding parking in the back. I left feeling comfortably full and satisfied. We will definitely be back when we pass through the area again.

Pho and Grill is a Vietnamese restaurant in the Cromwell and Glastonbury area that brings a great…read morevibe and food to the region. I walked into a space where the owners were warm and engaged in a way that came through consistently, and the restaurant had the feel of a place run with real investment in what comes out of the kitchen. The pho is the centerpiece and it earns that position. I tried the broth, which was light and clean, built with depth rather than heaviness, and the beef was tender throughout. The short rib and oxtail versions are the ones to order when available, and the brisket is the reliable fallback when they are not. The rare steak and tendon option is worth trying for anyone who wants to go further into the menu. I also ordered the pork vermicelli bowl, another strong choice, with well seasoned pork and fresh vegetables that held up against the noodle base. It came with a spring roll component that added to the overall value of the dish. The banh mi was flavorful and well assembled, and the fresh rolls were worth ordering alongside whatever else I got. Vietnamese iced coffee and Thai tea were both solid and complemented the food well. Service was friendly, and the owners were visibly present and genuinely hospitable. The restaurant accommodates families well, with the kitchen going out of its way on small details like kid friendly utensils and high chairs that make the experience easier for parents. For Vietnamese food in this part of Connecticut, it is the kind of spot worth going out of my way for.

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This place is an absolute hidden gem. If you're not looking for it you won't find it by just…read moredriving by. Saw the great reviews and had a friend that also wanted to try it. Four of us met for an early dinner at 4pm. It got busier as it got later so reservations may be best. The owner/host/server was the nicest guy, explained the menu in great detail and helped us with what to order. It was fantastic! Everything is made from scratch, and I mean everything! His mother in law is in the kitchen cooking like she's in her home country. We had fried wonton appetizer that was not greasy at all. Delicious and homemade. We also had coconut shrimp, they were jumbo shrimp and tasted great. For dinner I wish I could remember the exact names but I'll have to describe them. Grade A steak tips with salad - not your typical boring salad with steak on top. This was seasoned to perfection and came with an amazing dipping sauce of salt, pepper and lime. So good you will want to put that sauce on everything! Scallion pancake much like a crepe but crispy, filled with vegetables and your choice of protein (we had shrimp and pork) absolutely delicious! Lemongrass curry with beef - now this is not a big bowl of soup like curry, this is served in a dish with veggies and rice on the side. The flavor was incredible. I can't even explain it. You've got to order it. They are so passionate about the meals they prepare and it shows. Outstanding service and high quality food. Oh and let me give you a a tip, if you're not an alcoholic drinker they have homemade limeade and green tea. I suggest getting the limeade. You will never have better! So refreshing. So 2 appetizers, 4 dinners, 5 homemade limeades for $200 with a tip. Well worth it and will definitely be back!!!

Each time I go is better than the rest & even take out is amazing! I love this restaurant so much!…read moreThe owner is so kind and personable and always remembers me with a warm welcome. Delish, fresh, and hot meals. The inside is quiet but welcoming.

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4.4(80 reviews)
9.0 mi•Downtown

I will absolutely make the 1hr+ drive to come to this hole in the wall magic place PHO sure!!!!!…read more I had never been to Hartford and we only stumbled upon this gem through Yelp. We had just a quick moment to get a bite in before our concert at People's Bank Arena and this place was the perfect spot. From sizzling pho broths with crazy noodle pulls to banh mi (which is what clearly they're known for), they have every bit of Vietnamese comfort food and drinks. Because we were a bit short on time (should've totally ordered online) we only ordered a tofu vegan pho. Normally they say it takes just a few minutes but with the slammed kitchen and orders coming through in person and online that took a bit longer than expected. We normally wouldn't have cared we just didn't want to miss the concert opening. It was a rainy night and a little bit cold so it was the perfect comfort food before we went and screamed off our heads haha. Our bowl was absolutely perfect. The super hot broth, perfectly cooked noodles, toppings, I even got Thai chili on there to make it even hotter. We were sweating, slurping and sipping. SO worth it. I think it's safe to say this is the BEST pho broth and combo I've ever had. I absolutely love this place and will be dreaming of this comfort food until I can get some again. Also, almost forgot to mention this is a very small space with some long shaded community tables available, meant to be shared. You will be tight and close with others and I think this is what makes it even better as part of the experience. Also every order is done on their screens so you pay and go and then the food comes out as it's ready. There's not really a server or anything more like order and go or sit and enjoy. Super casual. Absolutely love this place!

Banh Meee has quite a history beginning as a food truck in 2017. Opening a brick and mortar…read morelocation on Capitol Avenue in 2018, followed by a second location on Ann Uccello in 2020. Even though they've since closed their first location, they still serve one of the best meals I could ever want. They had expanded into 257 Asylum Street, still connected to their business in Ann Uccello where they have always operated the kitchen. You might be able to see the chef in action through the glass window. I've been told that this expanded section used to be a salon. The cool light fixtures used to be above where the pedicure station was and also another reason there is a sink on the main floor. This is not quite a wait-on-you type of restaurant. You place an order through the kiosks on the wall and service staff will provide it to you when it's ready. It would be the same thing if you'd like any additions, in exception to condiments which are on the table. There is a water dispenser available for self service and a sink is nearby to wash your hands, as well as where you can place your dishes when finished similar to cafes. My go-to is always their Dry Noodle. The Daikon Bowl is probably my second favorite. I usually look out for their specials. It's too bad they do not offer the same item too often. It's simply too good! They also serve delicious refreshments that I forget to take photos of! Till next time!

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Water for self-service

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The Pho Bar - thai - Updated October 2026

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