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    123 Pho - Playa Vista

    3.8 (267 reviews)
    Open 10:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    123 PHO - PLAYA VISTA ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Happy hour specials
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Pho

    Pho was delicious really good flavor. Definitely recommend to everyone. Service was great! I'm one happy customer.

    Sad vegetables :,(
    Cesar C.

    Service was good. I asked for tendons and they were out of it , bummer . The broth was ok. It wasn't bad at all . It tasted a bit salty and it lacked some herbs that the traditional Pho is known for . The portion of meat was very poor compared to other traditional Phos in LA . The one thing I was very dissatisfied with, were the vegetables that came on the side . They were old and dried out . :/

    Pho
    Chrissy L.

    The Create Your Own Pho at 123 Pho is a fantastic option to customize pho. Able to choose noodle type, proteins, and broth. Sometimes fried tofu runs out during lunch. Garnishes of basil, bean sprouts, jalapeños, lime, hoisin, and sriracha added the finishing touch.

    Super dry chicken

    Had high hopes, but the reality was disappointing. The garlic butter shrimp with garlic noodles was all lies! No seasoning on the overcooked shrimp and the dish was soaking in oil. The lemongrass chicken was super dry (looked really old) and the fried rice was just brown looking, also no flavor at all. The summer rolls were fine, but didn't look restaurant quality. The fried egg rolls were the only decent thing in the order. Had beef pho where the raw beef was wrapped in foil on the side??? This was for delivery so it was a bit strange. The rice noodles were fine. Took the chicken pic on the way to the trash. I don't recommend this spot

    Tasty  Banh Mi (tofu) and lychee tea
    Jennifer B.

    This place is often full in the evenings, but I stopped in for a delightful tofu banh mi lunch. The music was t rocking, the staff is friendly and efficient, and the veggie friendly versions ROCK!

    Poorly wrapped bunmi

    Please run--don't walk--away from this place. We ordered through Uber Eats thinking it couldn't be that bad after reading the reviews. We were wrong. The spring rolls were sloppily wrapped and falling apart, the pho was painfully bland, and they didn't even include hoisin or sriracha... for pho. How does that even happen? The popcorn chicken was tough and chewy, and the banh mi looked like it was wrapped with zero care. Save your money. Do not order pho from here

    Green tea with boba
    Nikki L.

    Still wonderful! Love the service (Noel is a doll). Good boba at a fair price! Great to have this sweet joint in the hood.

    Fried Rice

    The food was good, nothing I'd go out of my way to eat. The smoothies were great actually if felt a little artificial though. Last thing the main thing I didn't like that in my fry rice I had ate a WHOLE garlic and it was not pleasant. I love garlic but not biting into a whole clove.

    Spring Rolls with Shrimp
    Ran C.

    Weather has been cooling down in the evenings lately. Pho weather for me. Seen this spot but never stopped in. Until the other night. Gonna explain the parking for those who don't know. There's a parking structure that you can't see from the street. Heading south on Lincoln, turn in just after the gym like you're going to Hotel June - then follow the signs. Walk in, order at the counter. Take your number and find a seat. Self service fountain drinks. Food is brought out to your table. Ordered: Pho with thin noodles, Brisket, Rare Flank and Meatballs in a Beef & Chicken Broth; Firecracker Wings and Summer Rolls with Shrimp. I enjoyed the Pho and Spring Rolls. The chicken was ok. A little dry for my liking. With the weather cooling down, glad I found a Pho spot close to home as I tend to find myself looking for Pho, Ramen and other hot soups when the temps drop.

    See for yourself.
    Hank S.

    Service was fine. The food was ok. I've had better and I've had worse. This was acceptable. It hit the spot since I was craving some pho. The only complaint I have really is the high cost for the food. I had a bowl of pho with spring rolls and a drink. Including the tip, the total was about $33.00. That's insane. I realize that the price of food and the prevalent passive demand for tips has increased but this is just ridiculous. Just a few short years ago this meal would have been less than half the cost. Soon, we'll be charged for the very air we breathe. Indirectly we already are.

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    Corina R.

    Very nice small pho restaurant. They have plenty of seating inside, and a lot of people do take out. So far everything I've ordered has been very good. They have free parking in the structure behind the business. Easily accessible off Lincoln and Manchester.

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    way better than anticipated honestly , 10/10 . good portioned & shaken beef with an egg was really good

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    In my opinion, this is the most delicious soup, it's always delicious, my children love it, I'm a regular customer)

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    How is their boba?

    Pretty decent considering there's not many other local boba shops nearby to get your fix. Boba is soft and good sized. Drinks are a little sweet, so don't forget to adjust sugar level.

    One of the broth options is "Beef and Chicken". Does this mean they are mixed or is there an option just for Chicken broth?

    They are mixed

    Do they have tripe???? I need it in my pho. It's the only way to eat it

    No they don’t. They are also missing a few more of the traditional add ons

    How is parking?

    Free parking in the structure behind Playa Del Oro Shops.

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    This was our go-to coffee spot during our weekend in LA. I don't drink tea or coffee, so this was…read moreall of my three other friends' spot. Each morning we went here, there was always a line almost out the door. They have a nice variety of items on their menu and A LOT of pastry options in display in their display case too. Each one looked delicious. One of my coffee-loving friends ordered an ice white mocha with strawberry cloud foam. She really liked it and would give it a 4.5/5. My friend who doesn't really enjoy coffee ordered the strawberry cloud matcha. She gave it 5/5 and said "solid matcha." My other coffee-loving friend ordered an iced hazelnut latte and she enjoyed it too, giving it 4/5.

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    Just hopped off the plane and needed some food and seen this cute little spot. When walking in the…read morehost, the baristas and the servers were all smiling saying welcome! The service was fast but not rushed. Immediately about to sit and put my bags down the server already dropped a menu off and a glass pitcher of water. The menu was pretty extensive but I went with the tuna melt and BOY it did NOT disappoint. The tuna melt was incredible. The flavor was on point, pretty hardy. I got the choice between fries or fruit and got the fruit. I don't think the sandwich took more than 10 minutes to get out. Fresh and hot. Had two cups of coffee, kind of wish I got something from the baristas- the drinks looked fantastic. 10/10 would go back. I wish I would've taken a picture but honestly was way too hungry to remember. Must try!!

    I've been coming here for breakfast for a while now, usually after a 12-hour night shift when I…read morewant to catch up with a coworker or friend before heading home. It's become one of our go-to breakfast spots. My usual order is the pancakes, bacon, and eggs. The pancakes are big, fluffy, and definitely filling. My favorites are the chocolate chip pancakes and the banana pancakes. One of my friends always orders the shrimp and grits, and on our most recent visit another friend tried the shrimp omelet and really enjoyed it. They also have mimosas, which are a nice treat after a long shift. The staff is always friendly, and despite how busy it can get, the service has been consistently good. The restaurant can get pretty crowded, but since we're usually getting off work, we arrive around 8 a.m. and don't have much trouble getting seated. The only downside for me is the pricing. Breakfast here isn't cheap, but I will say that I always leave full and satisfied, so the portions definitely help justify the cost. Overall, if you're looking for a solid breakfast spot with generous portions, good food, friendly staff, and a lively atmosphere, I'd definitely recommend giving this place a try.

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    Super busy on Sunday!
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    French toast with a mimosa

    123 Pho - Playa Vista - vietnamese - Updated July 2026

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