Cancel

    Open app

    Search

    What the Pho

    4.1 (600 reviews)
    ModerateVietnamese, Soup
    Closed 10:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

    Order What the Pho Takeout or Delivery

    What the Pho Photos

    WHAT THE PHO ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Quiet
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

    You might also consider

    Recommended Reviews - What the Pho

    Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
    Yelp app icon
    Browse more easily on the app
    Review Feed Illustration

    Reviews With Photos

    Menu
    Dennis X.

    Located in an awesome place downtown, right off 16th and Champa, this place is down the street from my workplace. The inner decor is cute and I'd definitely enjoy a drink here. I came in on a Wednesday at lunch and it was pretty empty. The food came out pretty quickly, but the broth was a little on the saltier side, IMO. By the end of the bowl, I felt really bloated. Would come back to fix my pho cravings, but there are plenty of other great food options around within the same price point 3.5/5

    Combo vermicelli bowl
    Lydia F.

    We are from out of town, and I usually don't review places until I've given them a second chance, unless I'm traveling. So the good: the location was easy to access, and the interior was nice. The service was good too. But I wouldn't go back if we are in Denver again. I ordered the vermicelli combo bowl. It was around $20 and a lot of food. But the meat was very thin and overcooked. The beef was like beef jerky. Chewy and tough. My husband ordered the bahn MI and didn't have any complaints. I did really like the egg roll, but that's about it. I also ordered an iced Vietnamese coffee, which I generally love. This one was so bitter I couldn't drink it. We were around $70 for three people and subpar food.

    Menu
    Brian T.

    Not much Vietnamese food near downtown Denver but found this place. Coming from a viet area I did not have high expectations for this place. Unfortunately it was still a miss. Servers were not the most courteous and food took a long time to come out. The rice vermicelli bowl took so long the rest of my party had finished their pho. Servers had to be constantly flagged down for missing items. Food was below average. The pho was not the most flavorful. Grilled pork was good though just interesting choice of lettuce they use. Would only come back if I am desperately craving Vietnamese food in Denver.

    P9. Combination Beef Pho - Phở Đặc Biệt Thai Iced Tea
    Mint T.

    interesting location in downtown, a tiny bit hard to get to but the pho was worth it. generous serving of bean sprouts, which im a sucker for. thai tea was pretty good too. would stop by again when im back in denver.

    Menu

    Love the name! that's one thing that catch our attention. If you are coming from LA and you need some Pho, trust this is a great place to go if you're in Denver. Forgot to take a picture of our orders, we were hungry! but this place won't disappoint trust!

    My feast! Small Pho Tai, steamed dumplings, and iced Vietnamese coffee.
    Jolene B.

    Delicious! Excellent menu. Fast, attentive service. Done in option. Everything I love with Pho. Small Pho with excellent garnish plate. Steamed dumplings. And Vietnamese iced coffee- only way to cut the heat as you go back for more.

    Vegetarian Pho at What the Pho
    Krys N.

    Gotta love a local hole-in-the-wall, no-fuss, casual dining restaurant! We were craving pho and found this gem near our hotel in downtown Denver. They have a solid selection of all kinds of pho from seafood to brisket. I had the vegetarian pho with extra veggies (bok choy, broccoli) and they gave a healthy portion of thai basil, bean sprouts, and lemon slices. One note: that veggie broth is spicy! I'm typically not a big spicy food person, so consider yourself warned! Delicious? Indeed. They offer a bunch of Vietnamese meals such as banh mi, various rice and noodles, and of course, spring rolls. The service was efficient and if you're in a tight timeline, this is a good place to get in and out with a good meal.

    A4. Crab Cheese Wontons - Honh Thnh and P1. Rare Steak Pho - Ph Ti
    Emily B.

    While staying in Denver we got to try some amazing places, and this was one of them! It's tucked away, so if you blink you'll miss it, but it's definitely a hidden gem! You are able to order dine in or take out, and there was amble amount of seating available inside too. The service was quick and everyone was very nice. Food came out correct and in a timely manner as well. The pho was very good and the portions were fair for the price. Overall we really enjoyed our meal and would recommend others to try them out!

    Brisket pho (small) and vegetable egg rolls
    Rachel S.

    This is the best pho I have ever had. The broth is SO flavorful and the table sauces are the perfect garnish. Could not recommend it more!

    Chicken Pho
    Jolene L.

    Oh the fragrance of Pho, simmering all day, filling the air of their large dining area. Thankfully, this restaurant was a close and easy walk from our meeting site. Four of my coworkers came with me for lunch and we were seated right away. Good thing we beat the regular lunch crowd because this place filled up quick! All of our orders were served up in a timely manner. My chicken pho was tasty, maybe a little bit in the salty side for my preference but others enjoyed the broth. Herbs and veggies were fresh. What the Pho, thank you for your quick service and tasty food. We appreciate the separate checks for our group too.

    A1. Shrimp and Pork Spring Rolls - Gi Cun Tm Tht
    Anthony R.

    We ate here after a day of skiing and this place just hits. We had a bowl of combination pho with the broth so rich and beef very tender. I also actually order a grilled pork rice dish - which I never do but was just something I was craving. The flavors themselves were good but the pork came out a little cold, but was a little issue for me. One thing I noticed was the portion sizes of most of the items we ordered. The shrimp and pork spring rolls were very big and satisfying, and all the drinks were served in these huge red Coca Cola branded cups - I can never say no to too much Thai tea. After we order some smoothies which were very delicious. I got the four seasons smoothie with boba, but I would say next time, I would not include boba since it freezes up and struggles to fit in the straw.

    P9. Combination Beef Pho - Ph c Bit was missing green onions for
    Hannah G.

    Worst Pho restaurant I've ever been to. Everything was going fine from seating to ordering until the food came. The server didn't even know which bowl was which or seemed to know the menu. My combination bowl didn't even come with green onions when all the other bowls did. The meatballs also were hard Ans really tough to eat. We noticed that we were missing our bean sprouts, mint, and lime and the server gave us the most passive aggressive and rude "it's coming" when we asked for it. The table next to us was also experiencing the same thing. Finally, our combination vermicelli bowl also took a very long time to come out, and it wasn't until someone who seemed like the owner came to check on us that the order finally came. The order was also wrong. The owner did his best and was very courteous so I have to give him a lot of credit there. The staff, however needs to be trained better.

    P2. Rare Steak and Meatballs Pho - Ph Ti B Vin
    Empty P.

    Great food with very kind service. The restaurant is a little warm but the food makes up for it.

    grilled beef spring rolls

    See all

    Photo of Vicky C.
    16
    298
    573

    1 month ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    10 months ago

    Helpful 7
    Thanks 0
    Love this 4
    Oh no 3

    9 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    10 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    2 months ago

    Good food and a decent beer selection. Very nice meal. And how can you not love the name!

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    7 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    5 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Jolene B.
    224
    94
    22

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    9 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Yun W.
    0
    23
    4

    6 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    7 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Jolene L.
    1761
    825
    11807

    2 years ago

    Helpful 37
    Thanks 9
    Love this 27
    Oh no 1

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Tim S.
    380
    381
    1972

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Hannah G.
    2
    46
    190

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    11 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    10 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 6
    Thanks 1
    Love this 4
    Oh no 0

    4 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1
    Photo of Ha B.
    273
    477
    997

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    4 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Kai H.
    277
    7
    4

    3 months ago

    Fast service decent food. I'd recommend anyone to come here if staying downtown! Opens early for hangovers

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    8 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    8 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of M. E.
    0
    265
    1

    8 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1
    Photo of Tri L.
    290
    12
    2

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    Page 1 of 15

    What the Pho Reviews in Other Languages

    Ask the Community - What the Pho

    Does the food have msg? I asked my waiter and he said he didn't know what it was. The vegetarian bowl. He did say it was vegan as well…

    Hello, maybe you could show them "mt ong" to better understand what it is.

    View All 2 Questions

    You might also consider

    Dan Da - Whole seabass

    Dan Da

    4.7(219 reviews)
    6.4 mi
    $$

    It's been a long time coming but Dan Da is hands down my favorite Vietnamese restaurant in Colorado…read moreand probably in the US. When you think of Vietnamese, Americans tend to think of Pho, noodle bowls and lemongrass chicken but we need more places the focuses in home cooking and dishes that locals eat. Ingredients are fresh and dishes pack a powerful flavor bomb...I mean wow! The use of shrimp paste and other traditional ingredients really elevate flavors that many Americans are not used to, but you have to try it to understand. Their claypots are a must order and with a side of rice....you'll be eating for days! The star of the night was the pork and calamari claypot which is cooked in shrimp paste and your favorite Vietnamese spices and herbs. You'll finish bowls of rice with this dish, it packs so much flavor that you'll be wanting more. It's a great mix of salty, sweet and umami from the fermented shrimp paste. The Vietnamese curry was thick and packed with succulent shrimp. The veggies at a very nice brightness to balance out the coconut milk. The last dish we had was a shrimp lemon grass in the clay pot and that was also a hit with everyone! Service is amazing and they definitely know how to recommend dishes to match your taste buds. They went out of the way to help everyone and it shows. If you need a new spot, check Dan Da!

    I am sad I cannot give Dan Da a higher rating. It is truly my favorite restaurant in town, and…read morealways exceeds expectations, but tonight it went to a whole new level. I had two dishes I had never had before (Bò Kho, I believe, and Bún Chả), and each was a totally new experience and amazing. As always the hospitality is great and the ambiance has stayed fresh. A must dine at (and then again and again)!

    Photos
    Dan Da - Pronunciation of Dan Da and the explanation on what it means.

    Pronunciation of Dan Da and the explanation on what it means.

    Dan Da - Clay pot lemongrass pork!

    Clay pot lemongrass pork!

    Dan Da - SR1. Combo Rice Plate   Com Dac Biet

    See all

    SR1. Combo Rice Plate Com Dac Biet

    Golden Saigon - Spicy wings

    Golden Saigon

    4.6(1k reviews)
    8.8 mi
    $$

    TOP TIER…read more First time and we were NOT disappointed . Our server was extremely attentive and walked us through the menu. He even gave us a little history about the restaurants 30 year history of being in that exact same spot. BONUS: Your meal is discounted if you pay cash!!!

    Food: Fresh, great portion, tasty and authentic in my humble opinion. They served me with…read morecomplimentary dumpling that is perfect size & tasty tender pork with perfect seasoning. The complimentary ginger ale is aid me so much for good digestion. They are so generous & give me a to go cup as well! Shrimp Spring rolls is in good portion (6 pieces) for $6! And the sauce is in well blended taste & texture. Pho is in tasty not too salty or sweet broth. Not oily either. Plenty of brisket, tendon, tripe & meatball. Plus, a lot of side Thai basil & bean sprouts. Beyond expectation! Service: 6/5 stars service. Very attentive, fast, just complement for ginger ale then you get to go cup on your way out. I wishes all of the restaurant still train her staffs this level of 20% worth the tips. Ambiance: Lots of plants, kind of remind me of lazy susan, fine dinning Chinese restaurant where my parents dragged me along to meet up with their friends once a month atmosphere. Vintage, nostalgia & classy vibes with a fish tank( for good Fortune). Over all: 10% off for cash pay. If you are looking for an old school, well established & impressive service with authentic Vietnamese & unbeatable value please discard the cover of this old book. It really a hidden gems of authentic Vietnamese foods in Aurora.

    Photos
    Golden Saigon
    Golden Saigon - Grilled Mussels

    Grilled Mussels

    Golden Saigon - Bokho beef stew

    See all

    Bokho beef stew

    Pho & Bar - Combination Vermicelli Noodle Bowl

    Pho & Bar

    4.5(303 reviews)
    1.4 miNortheast
    $$

    I have ordered from Pho&Bar a few times. Let me start with the fact the food is tasty. And that's…read moremost important. But.. for the price they are very stingy with some things. First... each time we have gotten pho, they have given us about 5 small leaves of basil. Yes... that's it. Even the cheapest, bargain pho I have gotten at hole-in-the-wall places give a few big sprigs of basil (like 20 leaves). Basil is such a crucial component in pho, and it's very cheap and easy to grow so I don't get why this place skimps on it. Second, I ordered a rice bowl that is supposed to come with carrots and cucumbers. My order had about 5 little carrot slices and one (yes... ONE) slice of cucumber. I had to laugh at that pathetic little slice in a huge bed of rice. Again, a fairly cheap ingredient that they completely skimped on. It may seem like a small thing, but these are the details which make me decide if I want to order again from a place. Pho&Bar is not getting my business anymore.

    Good option for Vietnamese & pho and a trendy spot…read more The drink menus are a mess. After looking at two I still didn't know how much hot sake was or the sizes offered and if they had other kinds -- absolutely no transparency on price when it's not on a menu anywhere. They have Lucky Buddha bottles all over the place but no idea how much those were, either. Mixers? I see bottles but no prices cause nothin is listed in any drink menus. So weird. The pho is very good and other meals have always been. I think it's on the pricier side here for everything. It gets so expensive to go out when a modest meal/drink set ya back $50. It's just pho! And a basic adult drink like super cheap house sake or tap beer. But anywho, this is our world now. Just going out less & less than I used to! They don't have any deals like happy hour. Multiple people asked when I was there so I hope they offer one someday. The sides for pho are pretty skimpy but there was no hesitation when I asked for more lime & basil. Service was and has always been really good!

    Photos
    Pho & Bar
    Pho & Bar - Lemongrass Beef Banh Mi

    Lemongrass Beef Banh Mi

    Pho & Bar - Vietnamese Cotija Corn

    See all

    Vietnamese Cotija Corn

    O Lien Kitchen

    O Lien Kitchen

    4.4(98 reviews)
    3.5 miSouthwest

    I had a very good experience at O Lien. We had a big group of twelve adults, so we did have to wait…read morea while to get a big enough table. I heard good things about this restaurant even though it is in a sketchier part of town. The restaurant feels clean and lounge-y because of the lights and sakura trees. They have a restroom in the back. Parking was easy in their lot. I had to wait for someone to leave before I could finally park. Next door to O Lien is a Louisiana crawfish spot. The menu is extensive. You can choose rice or noodles. They have a lot of different appetizers too. The bun bo hue is popular because of the rib bone. The meat portion size is good. Pho is 15% off everyday after 4PM! The A5 cha gio (egg rolls) are good. One order is $7.99 and comes with two pieces but cut in half. They were served with noodles. I wish they had more greens. BBH6 King bun bo hue was good. At $24.99, it came with all the meats, including the bone rib and pork knuckle. It wasn't spicy, but the spicy sauce they had at the table was very spicy. C5 shrimp rice plate $15.99 came with 2 egg rolls. The shrimp was grilled nicely, and the steamed rice (not broken rice) was good. Service was really good. They took care of us even though it was hectic. They were patient and didn't rush us. You have to pay at the register. Credit card / tap pay is accepted. No outdoor seating.

    Being from Southern California I've been SEARCHING for a Vietnamese restaurant that offers all the…read moredishes I can't be bothered to make at home like Banh Beo and I finally found it. They have the crispiest banh xeos and perfect banh beos it's my new go to spot if I'm missing a taste of home. Service is great and the restaurant is clean. Can't wait to come back to try the rest of their menu!

    Photos
    O Lien Kitchen
    O Lien Kitchen - Cha gio (egg rolls)

    Cha gio (egg rolls)

    O Lien Kitchen

    See all

    Vinameals

    Vinameals

    4.7(79 reviews)
    9.3 mi
    $$

    Have you had that yearning feeling where you miss your homeland food and need to go to a local…read moreVietnamese restaurant that can fulfill your needs? Well that's how I felt this morning, so VinaMeals was where I ended. I ordered two items, so join me and read my food journey... Just had bánh ít tràn, a Vietnamese, steamed sticky rice dumplings dish. This dish reminds me of my mom's cooking where she used to make us this dish all the time to eat for breakfast. Lots ingredients inside the these three dumplings including mung bean, wood ear mushroom, jicama carrot, onion, garlic, minced with pork and shrimp. It came with steamed bean sprouts, cucumber, and fish sauce to dip the dumplings or just pour over the dish. I felt the accommodating items didn't add any value to this dish, but boy, did these dumplings bring back good memory. Of course, when you are here, you have to get their small wonton soup. It is one of the best I have ever eaten. I believe the broth that is the star, and the wontons come very close but just a second too late. This small soup is very filling, and I always wonder if adding a bowl of plain rice into the soup will make this dish a complete meal. We will have to find out later. As I am sitting here writing this review, I am truly enjoying the atmosphere. Listening to the music over my head, I am sing a little bit too loud, louder than mouthing the words. My head is moving from side to side, and my feet are tapping. I found my happiness here even though we leapt/spring one hour ahead earlier today.

    Plenty of places to park in the strip mall. TONS of tables/seats to dine in…read more Combination pho- large ($18.50). Broth pretty good Roast pork bahn mi- bread was not good- hard. Overall sandwich was meh, 100% would not get again. Overall, alright for pho

    Photos
    Vinameals
    Vinameals
    Vinameals - Vietnamese coffee

    See all

    Vietnamese coffee

    What the Pho - vietnamese - Updated May 2026

    Loading...
    Loading...
    Loading...