After reading about Vinason in the Seattle Times, I was anxious to try it out. We were a little bit surprised to find out it was a bit in the outskirts of Kent, but quickly decided it was worth a little drive. Love the concept that they let you try their 3 different broths before deciding on which to go with. I didn't know that different regions of Vietnam have different types of broth, so this in itself was an education. We both decided we liked the Saigon broth which seemed a little more sweet, and less fishy. It was a good choice as that broth was excellent. The meat/vegetable option was a new concept, but I think a great way to help you decide what kind of pho you want. Servings were generous. We couldn't finish it all, but takeout was easy as you use the same container the pho is served in, just add a lid. Loved the toppings bar. All selections there were good. Our server was very nice and patient to explain the whole process to us. Interior was very nice and clean, but some areas, like the bathrooms, already seemed a little worn for a new restaurant space. Prices seemed a little high for pho, but I guess that was due to our selection. Bill was about $55 for 2 pho, a diet coke and a beer. They did have a good beer selection. We'll be back... primarily because the Saigon broth is so good, but we might be a little more conservative on our selections to keep the cost down. read more

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I like the Chipotle-like way of getting pho here, it was kinda fun to do. I got here with a friend on a Sunday noon for lunch to a nearly full house and a somewhat packed line that actually got much, much longer later on. Most of it was probably because servers took their time to make sure each person got to taste the broths, then select two kinds of protein and any other add-ons (coffee, drinks) they wanted. My friend and I took a while doing so, all while looking around a clean and modern dining area with tables and counters for eating. We both decided on their bun bo hue (central Vietnam) soup base after tasting their Hanoi (north) and Saigon (south) pho soup broths. For proteins, you get a choice of two, and your 2nd protein is 50% off though they use the equal or lesser of the two you choose for that 2nd one. I got their eyeround steak and short ribs (more expensive) while my friend got eyeround steak and wagyu steak. You can ask your servers to add some of the regular stuff like mint leaves, bean sprouts and others, but a lot of those condiments are also up at a self-serve bar to the left of the kitchen, and there's guidelines on what to add based on the broth you get. A lot of them were empty when I got there, though. Overall food was tasty, and the bun bo hue broth was the richest in flavor and extremely umami out of the ones I tried. Short ribs were a surprisingly nice addition to this broth in particular, partly because it's more flavorful meat inside a broth that's already been cooked in meat. Eyeround steak was hard to chew; maybe it was left out too long or the broth started cooling down a lot given it was in a paper bowl, so the meat didn't cook thoroughly. I still loved what I got and would try to make another trip here for some reasonably priced pho. read more

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My review is based on their new pho-chipotle concept. This was my first time coming to this location and wanted to try their new "pho-potle" concept that was advertised on their IG page. Upon entering the restaurant, it was spacious and had a fast-food restaurant feel. Before ordering, we got to sample three types of broth that included Saigon pho, bun bo hue or Hanoi pho broth. (see pics for each description). The workers were kind and explained everything about each broth. FYI lines can get long when sampling the broth. After deciding on getting their Saigon broth, we selected what type of noodles and meats to add into our pho bowl. One thing that caught me off guard was that the build your bowl cost starts at $10 and can add up. When you're in Chipotle, you select the meat of choice and add unlimited toppings at set price excluding the guac. When picking the meats, the first protein is full price then the second protein is half off. Looking at the prices, I decided to just get the brisket for my order. The proteins can make or break your budget. Once we picked our meats, we selected garnishes to be added into our bowl. They will call us once the pho is hot and ready. I do appreciate a DIY condiments bar where you get to pick unlimited toppings and sauce to add to your bowl. With drinks and two pho bowls, our total cost was about $55+ with tax and tip. This was one of the most expensive pho we have ever spent! Not to mention, the portion size was small! They barely give you enough noodles and meats. I wish I knew after ordering to get an extra portion of noodles for free. Rookie mistake perhaps? One thing they can work on is having a separate line for broth sampling so lines won't get too long. Also, the prices are too high for the amount you get. I rather go to a regular pho restaurant to get a cheaper bowl with better portions. I will stick to their regular menu next time. read more

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Food is good. Went here for a work lunch and it was quick and delicious! Will be back for more when time permits! read more

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This place is sooooo good. The bun bo hue broth is amazing, the Saigon pho is so good. Everything about this place is just perfect. Plenty of parking, lots of seatings. Perfect for large group also read more

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Is there a 2 1/2 star? I really wanted to love it. I came with high hopes. When I found out this was owned by the same owner as Anchovy and Salt in Renton 10/10 I was so excited and had to make this my next dinner out. The idea is fun. Build your own pho. Only she said the pho I got could only have the thicker pho noodles. You don't get to pick your noodles ( order the extra noodles) portion of the noodles were not satisfying. The broth was not hot enough to cook the meat through. Which made it pink and very hard to chew or swallow. My taste might not be up to par for something that is fresh and authentic but I feel the broth lacked flavor. Seems greasy maybe from the chili oil I added. Yet the chili oil was not spicy. For the price point I was expecting more. The meat potions if cooked through are great. Staff was helpful and patient. I wish for dine in they would serve the pho in a proper bowl rather than a paper bowl and plastic spoons to go style. (may be the reason broth cooled quickly) When I think of pho next time. I know I'll be heading to my favorite spot that may be rough around the edges but feeds the soul. Sorry Vinason this was not it. But I had to try it and I'm glad I did. read more

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First time trying Pho-potle. I got beef Hanoi Pho. Honestly, there isn't much difference between Hanoi broth and Saigon broth. There are many kinds of meat to choose from. I also love their chilli sauce - the correct kind of chilli sauce to have with the Hanoi broth. Overall, the bowl is okay, I wouldn't say the flavor is authentic though. The overall price is also quite high for a bowl of Pho. I came at 4:30 PM on a Sunday afternoon, and the food inventory already ran low - I had to wait more than 5 minutes for them to reheat the broth and bring the bowl over to me. After a while, when there were only my husband and I in the store, they blasted the music loudly, then turned it down immediately when a couple entered the store - like we were invisible. A new experience? Sure. A recommendation? Not really. read more

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Too expensive for an experience and the Pho wasn't that good. The dude is trying to Westernize Pho which is a traditional bowl of hot broth and meat in Vietnam to a Chipotle style, which I think failed terribly. Pho should never be like this, just sad seeing the Vietnamese culture got twisted so much 4 profit. Ain't come back. read more

Went to pho-potle after seeing it on TikTok and loved it! Being able to sample the broths before deciding was my favorite part. I wish there was one closer, as we made the heavy trek to Kent for this visit, it was worth it but won't be doing that again. read more

This place smells incredible as soon as you open the door. The variety of pho fillings on offer is awesome and they have three broths to choose from. You can sample them all first, and the staff are super helpful is guiding the broth pairings w the tastiest compatible toppings. The Saigon broth is probably what most PNW locals are accustomed to and is allergen free. The Hanoi broth was moorish with a dash of salty goodness, definitely tasted like a hearty lunch for a hot summer day. The Bun Bo Hue was the most complex and tasted like something I'd crave on a drizzly cool day. The ca phe sua da is strong and sweet, just like it should be! If you are the type of person to order a quadruple shot of Sbux "coffee" drinks, treat yourself to one of these instead. Less ingredients, less sugar, less money, more caffeine, support a local biz! 10/10 read more

Vinason Pho Kitchen - Kent - Saigon broth with wagyu beef green onion, white onion cilantro and pho noodles, side of extra fixings, and ca phe sua sa - Vietnamese Near Me - Kent, Washington

Fun to try. Staff was kind, but the line moved very slow. Broth was bland. But place was very clean and modern. I don't plan on going back, but I would bring out-of-towners there just for a diff experience. read more

It's an interesting concept of building your own pho. Love how they offer different styles of pho: northern and southern. I saw that a lot of people complain about the prices, which is fair, my pho came out to $34 but mainly because I added 3 types of meat. But really the price is up to you, meaning you're the one setting the price. it's an interesting experience but i wouldn't come back. you could get the same contents in a pho, for a bigger bowl, and half the price read more

Great concept, but not worth the price. We came in for a late lunch on a Saturday. The restaurant wasn't very busy, yet they only had thick noodles available and were already out of steak. Because of that, we ended up ordering two bowls with Wagyu, which ended up only have 3 pieces of meat and an extra $10 each, plus a side of extra noodles. The soup and overall flavor were good, but it was disappointing to find out the noodles were pre-cooked and reheated. That caused them to break apart easily, so we were basically eating our pho with a spoon. Overall, it's a cool concept and the broth was solid, but paying $51 for two bowls of pho just didn't feel worth it. Unfortunately, we wouldn't come back again. read more

Stopped in and picked up lunch. The food was very fresh with great flavors. The service was quick and friendly. Will definitely come back to try the pho next time. read more

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I wish I could give a better rating but I didn't have a pleasurable experience. I went on a weekday and it was quite busy. I thought the ordering system was confusing on the menu. One of the staff started my order but walked away, then when she came back she restarted taking my order? My partner got the Dino bowl and wished there was more meat and that the bowl was more proportional. I didn't think the meat cooked all the way in my bowl as I got a regular customized portion. The inside of the place is more cafeteria style, but to me didn't feel "homey". I don't think like back unfortunately. read more

I am so glad my boyfriend and I found this place. We discovered it through social media and decided to give it a shot, and wow can I say it's hands down the best decision we've made. The pho is absolutely incredible: rich, flavorful broth, perfectly cooked noodles, and everything tasted so fresh and thoughtfully prepared. You can really tell how much care goes into each dish. On top of the food, the staff completely won us over. They're super knowledgeable, happy to answer questions, and genuinely care about what they're serving. It didn't feel rushed or transactional at all they actually want you to have the best experience possible, which is rare and so appreciated. This place instantly became one of our favorites, and we'll definitely be coming back! read more

Walked in and immediately got harassed by the owner about how affordable his pho options are just to end up spending $65 for two bowls of pho without drinks. While me and my wife were attempting to eat the pho the owner spent the better part or 35 mins screaming at the employees in claiming how they're "not going to be recommending for other roles if they apply elsewhere because they're bad" the guy was full on screaming at the top of his lungs to the employees while we're were just trying to eat the pho. Flavor wise. I swear i'm not trying to be mean but instant ramen broth is better. All the pho broths were either over seasoned or unsalted.. making a pretty rough eating experience. I had the O.G Pho which i had to sauce heavily to even get flavor out of it butit was just not worth the time. Also the set up. When you come in ignore the short rib and the cooked meat behind it. Both of them are charged as a prime option while their regular meat options are on the other side near the vegetables. Oh and speaking of vegetables. I didn't realize this until after i left but I noticed I was charged $5 for a serving of broccoli.. so yeah. Thats always fun. Either way me and my wife dumped our soups as they were terrible and went two doors down to PETES BBQ and had a much better experience. 1/10 would not recommend read more

It gets cold here. Pho is the perfect warm me up lunch. Close to work. Fast service. Super tasty food. Fresh ingredients. I'm a big fan of Vinason. read more

Vinason Pho Kitchen - Kent - fresh pho noodles with rare steak and spring rolls - Vietnamese Near Me - Kent, Washington

The order procedure is confusing! The first TV has the broth, the second is the meat! And we didn't even go through the order of the TV's! It was confusing and overstimulating! I was asked what broth I wanted but the server left to do something and then restarted the conversation with what noodle I wanted. So Confusing! Besides that, the ambiance was very welcoming and nice, the broth was good. I think it would be easier for us if we have the cilantro and green onions to be on the self serve bar. read more

My overall experience here was great. The food was amazing. The service was good. The concept of "build your own" pho is so cute. I think it's a fun date idea. Absolutely worth the experience. read more

Vinason is great! I'm a big fan of the vegan broth and half-tofu, half-veggies. The staff is made up of some of the warmest, friendliest folks I've ever had the pleasure of meeting. read more

Vinason Pho Kitchen - Kent - Vegan broth, half tofu half veggie - Vietnamese Near Me - Kent, Washington

Here's the follow-up to our dining experience on Feb 9th. We did not receive a refund for our inedible meals. I hope the owner realizes their Kent Vinason has issues and makes the necessary changes, thanks... read more

My husband was in the area working and saw Vinason Pho Kitchen knowing I would appreciate a good bowl of pho. The customer service at the location was excellent, my order was ready ahead of the provided time frame. The quality of the pho is exactly the same as the another locations; EXCELLENT. The overall location is much smaller than the others, but my husband said seating was ample. I will always recommend Vinason Pho, and happy there are multiple locations. read more

Vinason Pho Kitchen - Kent - Vegan Tofu Pho (V) - Vietnamese Near Me - Kent, Washington

I ordered fried rice and they gave me white rice with a little bit of egg mixed in it. I really used to like this place but it's become pricier and pricier, they regularly get our order wrong, and it feels like they've been continually corner-cutting little by little over the years. When I asked why I received white rice instead of fried rice with peas, carrots, large egg pieces, and seasoning as shown AND listed on their online menu, he said they don't add peas and carrots anymore but they did add egg. I said that's so deceptive to advertise one thing and give the customer something so different, and his response was "oh, I guess we should change the picture". He offered to make it again but what's the point of getting the same sad product. I'm hugely disappointed to receive such a sorry excuse of what they call fried rice, especially for $20.38 total, and poor customer recovery service. I used to be a regular but enough is enough. I wonder, what else are they lying about? I'm definitely avoiding this overpriced, deceptive, poor customer service place from now on. read more

Vinason Pho Kitchen - Kent - White rice with egg specks is what this place calls fried rice... so sad - Vietnamese Near Me - Kent, Washington

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Solid Vietnamese food, like the other Vinason locations. Food comes out quickly and is super fresh. Prices are a little higher and I think it's in part because they use better ingredients (better = more sustainable, etc.). read more

Vinason Pho Kitchen - Kent - Pork vermicelli bowl - Vietnamese Near Me - Kent, Washington

5 stars plus for the broth here. The broth is so delicious and addicting. I cannot stop thinking about the broth and wonderful flavor. It's got a depth of complexity but still light on the tongue and definitely packed full of umami. On top of delicious broth, the meat here is amazing and delicious. My favorites are - All of them! LOL!! Seriously, but the brisket and meatballs in the pho - chef's kiss. The lemongrass pork in a salad or banh mi - chef's kiss as well. I haven't had anything here that I don't like. It's absolutely my fave place to come for lunch now. My only complaint is that I have to pay to replace noodles with veggies. If you see me sitting in my car - slurping down a bowl of broth, don't bother me because if I dribble down my chin - I'm going to be mad at the waste. read more

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it gets to expensive there, if you add couple more protein, beter go to regular pho place and get phobowl with variety of meats and proteins for 13-18$ read more

Great food just a bit pricey $20 for a regular bowl of pho seems high for what you get, also wish it came with more noodles.

What a find! I don't remember where I first saw or heard about this place but I'd been wanting to go here for the longest time! I didn't realize that it's so close to my house and it's on the way to work (although I work from home now)! You order through their computer inside or you scan a QR code from any table. The ordering system is pretty easy and straightforward. We got the combo of pork and chicken vermicelli bowl and the combo of steak and meatballs pho. Oh My Goodness! The pork and chicken were so flavorful that I didn't need a lot of fish sauce for my vermicelli bowl. I normally request another batch or fish sauce and drench my noodles and meat in it. But with this place, the meat packs a punch! I had some leftover meat but my bf ate it. I could eat the meat with rice and be happy. The pho was also really good! I just slurped the broth and I was happy! I will def be back! This place is great for people working in the area as well for people who live nearby! Or both! - like me. read more

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Great location, parking, and ambiance. Very spacious and clean. One star. Employees r kind as well!! I think it's a family business. One star. I got their egg roll, chicken bahn mi and plain bahn mi, and their Thai milk tea. Their bahn me is ok. Nothing to really rave about. Ive came 4 times back to back. I order the bahn min twice and both time the bread was tough. I came in today to pick up the egg rolls and Thai tea and I seen them making a bahn mi for a customer.. u could see the employee tugging to pull the pieces open. Now now.. not like when u take bread out the freezer.. I thought their pricing was a bit expensive for their quality and bread length, however they do give a decent portion. Let's get back to where I said I've came four days consecutively.. the veggie egg rolls n Thai tea is why.. sooo gooodddd!! Love the crispyness of the rolls, love what's inside of the rolls and the size of them. I do wish they were bigger. Thai tea is sweet and refreshing!!!! I do want to mention if u ask for no ice they don't fill it up the way they would if included ice. Had to tell them every time to fill it to the top. They were hesitant and even looked at me oddly but they did it.. I think the cups should be bigger for $8. Or maybe I'm just being fat..? I ordered two Thai teas and two egg rolls, my total was $31... do what u want with that.. I'd still come backs maybe they their other items. read more

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Decently good pho but the Banh mi is mediocre. Service and seating area is good and convenient for people working near by!

Came here for lunch and ordered spring rolls and beef pho. Pho and spring rolls both came out quickly and at the same time, so it is a good spot for a relatively quick lunch! The spring rolls are massive, but the peanut sauce was a little too runny for my liking. The pho was also good and packed with noodles, however I felt like I didn't get much meat in there. The broth was good though, and I did leave feeling full still. The atmosphere is cute, and there is plenty of seating meaning a good spot for group lunches. Overall, it hasn't become my favorite lunch spot yet, but I'll definitely return! read more

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I am so glad a friend recommended Vinason to me! My first thought, to be honest, was, "We already have a solid pho place." But Meatless Monday rolled around, and I remembered that Vinason has vegan broth and decided to give them a try. I'm so glad I did! Not only do they have vegan broth, but they also have keto (shirataki) noodles you can substitute in the pho or vermicelli bowls. We did takeout and ordered from their website - every menu item was easily customizable. Most importantly, everything was delicious - fresh and flavorful. I eagerly dug into my leftovers on Tuesday! I think we have a new Meatless Monday favorite, but we're also eager to come another day and try the rest of the menu. read more

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They gave you a lot less brisket than they used to, but they keep the same high prices. I will not go back.

I love the bahn mi scandies here. Also have other good things to eat. Easy to order here too all automated. I come here for lunch sometimes. This place is yummy. If you can eat a lot try their pho challenge. read more

They are overcharging for a spring roll. I don't know ANY spot charging $9 for ONE fresh roll...that's absolutely ridiculous and foul. I could see $4-$5 but $9...that spring roll better be as big as a burrito for that price. Get it together man....smh read more

This place is efficient and super duper bomb. Did not expect the food to be so good. The pho broth was very flavorful which is usually what makes or breaks a pho. The bun was definitely better though. The meat used for the bun was so flavorful that we didn't need any additional sauce with the food. The ordering system is unique. Great work on the food quality and service was also good. read more

Vinason Pho Kitchen - Kent - Vietnamese Near Me - Kent, Washington

Fast Food Phó? Well this was about as close to that feeling as I think it could be. I ordered the brisket pho with some extra veggies. The broth was the highlight... I poured the rest of mine into a cup and drank it like a warm cup of tea. It was soooooooo delicious. read more

Most Vietnamese restaurants I've been to have menus that are bilingual. I was a little bit hesitant coming here cuz folks posted photos of an all English menu. People had given this place 4 stars though so I shrugged and thought, "What the hey...I'll go check it out." I walked in and immediately felt that fast casual vibe like Chipotle. You'll see the business' values on a mural which is pretty cool. They have modern furniture and a beer tap wall similar to Egghole's beer wall. I came after work. They were super busy knocking out delivery orders. I had to wait a couple minutes while the cashier was running around. I ordered the pho. The broth was really salty but the chicken was good. I also ordered the spring rolls. I only ate 1 of 2. It was ok. The peanut sauce was runny; I prefer a thicker dipping sauce. I think the beer and egg rolls are a good happy hour combo. It's a convenient spot for folks who work in the valley. Not sure if I'll be a regular here since I'm pretty loyal to Cat Sang but it's good to know this is a place that folks can go to for lunch and after work. read more

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A bowl of combo pho is now 21$ before tips. I like the fresh pho noodles provided at this location. The bo vien/meatball is way too sweet here, so I would skip this. Get rare steak meat only. For 21$ they cheap out on veggies here, no siracha sauce just chinsu. The wait is about 15 min for a bowl of pho so I would order ahead. The compostable bowl cools too easily, I prefer a ceramic bowl to retain heat better. read more

Vinason Pho Kitchen - Kent - Vietnamese Near Me - Kent, Washington