5 Stars Pho

4.3 (489 reviews)

ModerateVietnamese, Noodles, Soup

Open • 10:00 am - 8:00 pm

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Nayeli S.

Amazing food, amazing service, amazing people. We go there regularly, and they even give us a free Pepsi, cookies, and candies. The staff is the sweetest, very nice. They'll fill your cup of water like every chance they get, greeting you right at the door with utensils and water. The portions are huge, and the food is so good, not a thing is missing, and the prices are reasonable too. grilled meat over vermicelli noodles and the Ribeye pho are a fave

Best pho in riverside thank you for the great service

Michael L.

Amazing pho honestly best pho in riverside thank you for the great service and I'll be back shortly for more pho and fried rice ! Thank you so much 10/10 recommended with out a doubt !!!

Elizabeth S.

[[HIGHLIGHT]]The place was ok.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Ate for lunch . Service was ok. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I went to their restroom no toilet seats and no towels[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] . Informed the staff. The food was average. Fried egg rolls were good and tasty . The spring beef rolls were bland. The inside content has small slice of beef and full of noodles. The peanut sauce was so thick that the flour was clumped together. The mixed vegetables with rice was disappointing. The veggies were all small serving and the bokchoy and Napa cabbage were all stems. The #22 pho soup was ok. But the condiment like the Thai basil leaves were wilted . This is based on my own experience. I didn't take a pictures much not really impressed.

18. Eye Round Steak, Brisket, Flank Brisket, Tendon and Tripe Noodle Soup

Lauren C.

Solid broth, I'd say similar quality to pho 99, better than pho star bowl. Basic spring rolls, but Vietnamese iced coffee was solid. Their Yelp hours say until 8pm, but their door now says 8:30pm. It seems they also post a sign sometimes about an hour before they close, saying takeout only - so recommend calling ahead of time just in case if you're trying to eat at a later hour. Nothing overly impressive, but with the price of eating out these days, this is a good pho place with affordable prices and ample portions.

Abigail K.

Super delicious and fast!!!! First time coming. there pork is marinated and cooked to perfection! Will be coming back to try the Pho!!!!

Nancy T.

Delish Vietnamese restaurant out in Riverside! First time here and I got to try a variety of dishes with my group. The service was great and the owners were really sweet! I was surprised how big the restaurant was and it was super clean too. The egg roll fillings were delicious and I love how it came with lettuce, picked carrots and daikon, and some fish sauce for dipping. The house fried rice was delicious and had lots of toppings in it, the pho was great as the broth was flavorful and clear, and my favorite was the shaken beef over salad and a side of rice. The vinaigrette sauce over the salad was perfect and the beef was really soft! Overall, highly recommend this place since it seems like all their dishes are delish especially if you're craving Vietnamese food in the area!

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Josh L.

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7 years ago

Best pho in Riverside/Moreno Valley area! Only place I've found that has fresh noodles. Very delicious food! If you love Vietnamese food, this is your spot in Riverside! read more

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Ngan L.

It's so great to know you enjoyed the soup, Josh! Fresh noodles are…

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Jose E.

9 years ago

Best pho in town bomb vermicelli.and I been to alot of pho and this one is good and they hook it up....

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Ngan L.

That really feels good to read, Jose, and we appreciate you spreading…

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Tina-Marie M.

9 years ago

Absolutely wonderful food, the bun and pho were delicious. The servings were huge and they offered thin or thick noodles with the bun and pho. read more

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Ngan L.

We're so glad you enjoyed us this much, Tina-Marie, and we really…

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Jacqueline S.

7 years ago

Seriously thee best place to get pho! I have tried a few different dishes and absolutely LOVE everything I have had so far! Maybe one day I'll be able to say I've tried it all but I'm an absolutely addicted to their beef broth! It's the best I've ever had and I can't recommend it enough! The customer service is always really great as well! I also highly recommend the egg rolls they are always extremely hot because they are freshly made and have such an amazing satisfying crunch on the outside! The younger guy taking orders also is very friendly and good at making recommendations and answering questions. read more

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Edwin M.

8 years ago

I love this place specially since the servers cute best photo ever though I would definitely recommend this place to all my friends and family read more

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Yesenia M.

9 years ago

I'm giving 5 Star Pho five stars lol. The place is quite homely and comfortable. Service took a while to get our orders, but it was packed at the time. Employees were really nice and attentive. Food was great tasting, fairly priced, and with good portions. read more

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Trinity O.

9 years ago

Awesome customer service, very friendly! Love the food soup was very delicious and had the fresh noodles which were amazing!!

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Don T.

9 years ago

Pho..Tastic place to get your grub on!!! Just moved to Riverside area and my daughter loves Pho. Highly recommended!

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Bruce B.

9 years ago

Best tasting Pho I've had in recent memory although there was an awful amount of fat in the meat.

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Ngan L.

Sorry about the fat, Bruce! That is typically not the case, though we…

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Sam U.

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9 years ago

I must admit this place is pretty good I definitely give a five star because the food is fresh. Very clean . And a good atmosphere. Will definitely come back here again. Thank you five star pho. read more

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Ngan L.

Thanks for taking the time to admit it here on Yelp, Sam! It's a…

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William C.

9 years ago

This place is delicious! Make sure you try the shrimp and pork Spring Rolls! The chicken pho is my favorite but they have a large variety of food. read more

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Christopher B.

9 years ago

I like this new place the staff is friendly and the pho is really good definitely worth checking out

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Andrea M.

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9 years ago

Omg this has got to be the best place I've ever been too for Korean food! Everything is so fresh and delicious! I got the house special crispy chowmein and it was mouth watering good!! My boyfriend got the house special rice dish and that was so yummy too! As am appetizer we got the shrimp and pork spring rolls!! Ugh best ever made plus the staff is so friendly and so is the owner!! Definitely coming back here more often!! read more

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Chloe P.

7 years ago

Called in an order to go. The restaurant was clean and the people were kind but the food wasn't amazing. My favorite pho spot is pho star bowl but i heard good things about this restaurant so i thought I'd try it out. read more

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Michelle V.

7 years ago

This place is amazing! The food is always delicious and the service is always great. I come here every chance I get. The pho broth is the best I've ever had! read more

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Alex S.

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8 years ago

The chicken and Rice noodle pho was amazing! I also wanted some fried tofu as an appetizer, but they didn't have it on the menu. But, the cashier said they could do it for me! It was so good and the service was fast! Definitely recommend if you want pho, but want it quickly on the run. read more

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Amber A.

9 years ago

Staff is great and friendly food is always amazing !!! And their water is delicious lol

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Mellisa S.

9 years ago

Food is very good soups have a great taste something different but good. Also not greasy. Service is also great everyone helpsout and communications done well Lastly each time we come its clean :) read more

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Victor S.

6 years ago

My GO TO Pho place. Only complaint I have is the rude staff that answer the phone and tell you to "call back later" and hang up on you before you can even get a question or concern in. For a restaurant they're not very professional or courteous to their loyal customers. The food is amazing and I love going here, but the staff members deter me away from even attempting to place a to go order, let alone dine in. read more

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T D.

7 years ago

this place is excellent - very good pho and great service. I have tried several pho places in Riverside and this pho restaurant sits at the top of my list. Highly recommended. read more

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Rosie R.

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9 years ago

Place is clean and spacious. The food is fresh and tasty. I recommend getting the fresh rice noodles. Staff was friendly and fast.

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Tony P.

6 years ago

Beautiful place and such an outstanding staff especially Greg ! Very professional staff ! The food is amazing to ! Thank you guys !

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Jeanne A.

9 years ago

this restaurant is the BOMB. if you want some bomb ass pho and some good customer service, best believe you're gonna find that here. QUYNH is the best server!!!!! she's so sweet and knows what you need before you even ask. love this place!!!!!!! read more

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Ngan L.

It's quite the honor being described as "the bomb" -- thanks so much,…

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Wendy F.

9 years ago

5 Star pho is our go-to restaurant. We eat here several times a week. The food is always exceptional as well as the service. Eli is outstanding... and knows us and our order so well, we don't even have to say what we want. Every detail from extra jalapeños,no lime in the water,even cilantro is never forgotten...as well as Eli's friendly outgoing disposition,which really adds to the overall great experience of eating here. read more

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Carli V.

7 years ago

This place is the best! Excellent service and super friendly. We had Kevin take our order and he was super nice and helpful. Food never disappoints!! read more

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Jackie L.

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9 years ago

The first time couple times I came here it was so amazing. Recently we had a huge office order and it was just so flavorless I probably won't be placing another huge order again :( read more

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Ngan L.

We really appreciate you taking the time to review us so highly,…

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Alex O.

9 years ago

Great Service, Great Food, the young lady Danika helped us on what to order and I couldn't ask for better service read more

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Ngan L.

Danika is such a star! Thanks so much for stopping by and trying us…

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Mari C.

7 years ago

Went on a rainy day, there were a lot of people. Ordered my food to go, when I was ordering my food the worker who goes by the name of Lyly was very rude and told me to hurry up because there were people in line behind me. Everyone who was in line behind me got their food before me. It took about 40 minutes for my food to be ready. Horrible customer service but I must say their pho is delicious. Would not go again because of the horrible service. read more

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Corri L.

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9 years ago

5 stars for deliciousness, minis 3 stars because I found huge fist-size blobs of fat in my bowl, along with what looked like an animal paw... read more

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Ngan L.

We'd never allow for that to happen, Corri, though we are sorry to…

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Wilbert M.

9 years ago

First Time trying this type of food and we loved it. Awesome service and we'll explained. Thank You

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Ivonne B.

9 years ago

I went for the first time today and ordered the spring rolls without the pork only shrimp, but geez there was ONLY lettuce, rice noodles and shredded lettuce in it. What happened to the carrots, cucumbers and mint? I felt like I was eating shrimp wrapped in lettuce. Bummer as I was soooo looking forward to enjoying them with the peanut sauce. I think I dipped them so much in to the peanut sauce just to get a better taste! read more

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Ngan L.

It was a pleasure having you for the first time, Ivonne, though we're…

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E D.

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9 years ago

The place was clean and the servers are very nice. I am just disappointed because they give you so much rice soup and veggie but barely any meat at all. Go the price you pay you expect a little mor meat. I honk they try to put more soup and veggie hoping you don't notice there isn't much meat at all. Th good was good and fresh but I'm upset they are very giving with rice soup and veggies(Brussel sprouts and lettuce) and very VERY little meat in there combinations. I may try this place again because they were so nice and the food was fresh I'll just be more careful of what I order because I had to go down the street to order more food somewhere else so we can have meat . Ngan, thank you for your recent response. I received a message from Greg and responded to him and have not received a response just yet. I am more than happy to try your establishment again. Please review the private message previously sent by Greg. read more

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Ngan L.

We're thrilled to see you enjoy our flavor and our service -- thank…

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Cristian Tony G.

7 years ago

This place is horrible they answer the phone and don't even say anything then when they do answer they asked to call later hahahahhaa I will never give u guys a chance again very rude very unprofessional read more

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Debbie G.

7 years ago

This is my favorite place to go get pho. The food is amazing and so is the service. It is clean as well. John is so nice and very helpful. I would totally recommend this place. read more

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Manny S.

7 years ago

We ordered pho and egg rolls and they was delicious. Also, the service was great! Super friendly staff.

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Alejandra M.

9 years ago

This is the best Phö place I've been too! The staff are so welcoming and the broth....girl....the broth is amazing!!!! A must go to place!!! Trust me. read more

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Rosa M.

9 years ago

We went to eat here for the second time and the food was delicious. We had really great customer service by everyone working here. We had pho with shrimp, vegetarian pho, spring rolls, and Thai tea with boba delicious. I would recommend this place to anyone. read more

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Lis S.

9 years ago

I came to this restaurant a bit skeptical since I'm quite picky when it comes to Pho restaurants, but this place was great. Our server Vyvy was very polite and efficient, and the food was really good. I got order no.21 and was extremely pleased. Would recommend to anyone! read more

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Steven V.

7 years ago

Five star pho not only has the greatest customer service. They also have the best pho in town !!

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Richard M.

9 years ago

I was excited to try this place out due to the fact that it is way closer to my house than the other phõ restaurants i go to but after stopping by im a little disappointed in the result, they have a good selection of food, the service is super fast, and its super clean. Even though it says i gave it 3 start its actually a 3.5 due to the to the fact that the bowl of pho i that i ordered lacked flavor . . . Personally I think since they are still new they haven't had a chance to dial in on the flavor. I will be back and hopefully fthe flavor is bettter. read more

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Ngan L.

We appreciate you cutting us some slack because we're new, Richard,…

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4950 La Sierra Ave
Ste 2
Riverside, CA 92505
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Hours

What time does 5 Stars Pho open?

5 Stars Pho opens at 10:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does 5 Stars Pho close?

5 Stars Pho closes at 8:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Payment methods

Does 5 Stars Pho take Bitcoin?

No, 5 Stars Pho does not take Bitcoin.

Does 5 Stars Pho take credit cards?

Yes, 5 Stars Pho takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does 5 Stars Pho have catering options?

Yes, 5 Stars Pho does have catering options.

Does 5 Stars Pho have a happy hour?

No, 5 Stars Pho does not have a happy hour.

Does 5 Stars Pho serve alcohol?

No, 5 Stars Pho does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does 5 Stars Pho allow dogs?

No, 5 Stars Pho does not allow dogs.

Does 5 Stars Pho have TVs?

Yes, 5 Stars Pho has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does 5 Stars Pho have bike parking?

Yes, 5 Stars Pho has bike parking.

Does 5 Stars Pho have parking?

Yes, 5 Stars Pho has parking options. Private Lot Parking

Other Amenities

Is 5 Stars Pho wheelchair accessible?

Yes, 5 Stars Pho is wheelchair accessible.

Does 5 Stars Pho have free WiFi?

No, 5 Stars Pho does not have free WiFi.

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Specialties

We serve fine Vietnamese cuisine that won't break the bank. Every dish is prepared with care and high-quality ingredients -- after all, our customers deserve the best. Try our famous pho, vermicelli, chow mein, and more -- we know you'll find a new favorite flavor on our menu.

History

Established in 2017.

5 Stars Pho Restaurant opened its doors in 2017 with a single mission in mind: to offer Riverside five-star food without the five-star price. Visit us on La Sierra Avenue and sample what we've been cooking up!

Meet the Business Owner: Ngan L.

Ngan has been in the restaurant for 20 years. He is proud to own 5 Stars Pho Restaurant, a place focused on welcoming the Riverside community and providing them with authentic Vietnamese cuisine that's truly affordable.

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We are " soft open" now to fulfill and ensure the menu meet the manager standard!! Our Grand opening will be on 5/15/17 full menu will be serve thank you all for your support

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Kotsu Ramen & Gyoza

okay - I've read the reviews here. And the negative ones seem to be when you eat at the restaurant…read more Well, I've ordered ramen from this place about 4x and NEVER HAD any issues. I provided a review in Door Dash. I've tried the broths - spicy, not spicy - and they are rich. When they arrive via delivery, the noodles are at the top in a different container. The broth is below the noodles. It always arrive steaming hot. Flavorful - and they are generous with their pork belly. The tonkotsu was superb and again, maybe I've been lucky but my noodles are always fresh. I know because I order FRESH RAMEN and never ever use those instant noodles. Bottom line, the broth, ramen, meats / vegetables are flavorful at Kotsu Ramen. PLUS i get a beautiful bag that I can use for groceries or when I bring lunch from home.

Curry fries were okay, there was a sweet component other than the peanut sauce but the sauce was so…read morebomb!! I got the plant based ramen with organic tofu and extra noodles. The service was fast and nice. The place looked very clean but it was completely dead. I was thinking why would this place and no customers in house? I was wondering why the plant based broth was milk white but it didn't taste like milk, but I don't really know a lot about ramen. I liked it, so maybe will be back!

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Kotsu has a great vibe and ambience.

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Chicken Karaage

Market Broiler - Riverside

Had an amazing experience at Market Broiler today. Huge shoutout to our server Lainey for being so…read moreattentive, friendly, and making sure everything was perfect from start to finish. The food was great! Also want to mention the host Ella, who was incredibly understanding and seated us at the perfect table. You can tell the staff here genuinely cares about making guests feel welcome. Definitely one of the best dining experiences I've had in Riverside. Will absolutely be coming back!

Food amazing great service too Thomas our waiter was fantastic!…read moreI like how there's a big fish tank behind the hostess. Our hostess was so nice so sweet and she's pretty too. I like how it's a bigger restaurant you can even see into the kitchen as the Chefs prepare your food. The decorations are nice too. We went to the one in Huntington Beach service sucked and my shrimp in the snapper dish were tiny bay shrimp not at all as big as here! We drove from here from church it is now our favorite place to come RIVERSIDE MARKET BROILER IS THE BRST!! Thank you for everything.

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Dapper Dine & Lounge

4.4

(501 reviews)

8.1 mi

Holllly cannnnoli.. I really don't want to rave about how good this spot is because I don't want it…read moreto pop off and make it harder for me to go.. but it is tooo good for me not to say anything.. I've gone here a couple of times for multiple occasions and holidays.. regardless of the occasion - service and food have been spectacular. The restaurant is offers ample seating and has a full service bar. The decor is modern and makes you feel like you walked into a very upscale location. I have tried multiple dishes here and my standouts are the following: Cajun shrimp, poke nachos, ribeyes and prime rib(if you're lucky). This is a hidden gem for Riverside and I cannot wait for our next visit!

Delicious food and our server Liz was very attentive. The environment is family friendly but there…read morewere more adults than there were families with children. We started off with spinach and artichoke dip. We also got fettuccine Alfredo with blackened chicken and a steak sandwich with fries. We came on a Friday at 5 without reservations and were able to have a table without any problems. We had to street park since they close off their parking lot and make it valet.

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Estrella Cantina Lounge

Abraham and Erick very nice people made us feel so comfortable I really enjoyed our time hereread more

David was the best, very nice and helpful. We will definitely be coming back with the girls!read more

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Sushi Asahi

Nice food! And thank you to Aey! She's so sweet! Will come back next time :)))))))))))))read more

Great quality fish and excellent customer service! Andres and the team were very generous.read more

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Albacore Carpaccio

Daily Brew Coffee House Bakery & Roastery

I consumed EIGHT Daily Brew Coffee House scones in 2.5 days…read more Iced or hot, a large, black Daily Brew Eye Opener is good workout fuel. Service great. Ambiance great. If I ever find myself in CM Punk press scrum-like situation, I'll be sure to shout this place out. https://youtu.be/Xx3tlW0e3Pk?si=bL--cB7hTAHCNMnT https://youtu.be/Ex4ln1MQcNM?si=mnp4-T45oV4mkZOG

This is my favorite coffee shop in Riverside. I've gone here for over a decade and it's about time…read moreI write a review. Their coffee, tea, and baked goods are fantastic, but the main reason I love this place is because it's very cozy and the perfect place to read, study, catch up with a friend, or go on a date. They have a special, themed menu that changes every month. There is almost always seating available. They have a small book exchange, often sell local art, have cute merch, and just opened up a bakery right next door with extra seating. I'm kind of a snobbish third-wave coffee person and although this place isn't trying to be that way, it still is my favorite spot because of the overall vibe, how genuinely kind and down to earth the baristas are, and how comfortable it is. A lot of coffee shops are so brightly lit and trying to be hipster still in 2026, but this place is just kind of homey and the classic cozy coffee shop we all want to go to. So if you're a hardcore coffee connoisseur and are looking for the highest quality coffee, this might not be your spot. If you're looking for something with yummy drinks and baked goods with a chill environment you'll be very comfortable in, this is 100% your spot.

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Peanut Butter mocha w/an add shot

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Iced Caffe Latte - Vanilla

Anchos Southwest Grill & Bar

Ancho's is one of those places I honestly don't know if it's considered a hidden gem or not, but…read moreafter living in Riverside for the past 3-4 years, I can't believe I've never been here until now. I found out about it through my cousin, who's a UCR alum, and I'm really glad I finally got to try it. The staff were super nice and attentive, constantly coming by our table to check if we needed more water, tortillas, or anything else we might want. Even with how busy it was, they still made sure everyone was taken care of, which I really appreciated. The restaurant was packed, and it actually surprised me because I don't usually see that many people at restaurants in Riverside. The energy inside felt lively but still comfortable. One of my favorite parts was the fresh tortillas. They come out hot and fresh from the oven, and you can literally watch them being made right in front of you, which made it even better. And the best part is they're free. We ordered the carne fajitas and chile relleno. The fajitas were incredible, the meat was juicy, tender, and packed with flavor, with that perfect smoky sear that comes from being cooked fresh on a hot skillet. Everything came out sizzling and stayed flavorful with every bite. The chile relleno was also really good, with a nice balance of savory and slightly creamy filling that paired well with the sauce. It was actually my first time trying fajitas, and I can confidently say I'll be ordering them again the next time I come back. I definitely plan on returning while I'm still at UCR to make up for all the years I didn't know this place existed.

If I could rate separately for service I would give it a 5…read more This place is not lacking any help in the waiter and waitress department. We have not been here since the 90's and I have to say, it was much better back then. All in all, there is just no flavor. The salsa tasted like watery tomatoes, our waitress gave us a little side of habanero salsa to incorporate with it but that heat is the extreme for me. We ordered the Mesquite chicken and steak fajitas which were less than average. Not sure if it was just a bad day, but the taste of the protein did not match up to the wonderful smell of BBQ outside the restaurant. The tortillas were just ok, first batch was not even warm. My Michelada was good though. Bummer visit after being away for so long. Looks like the interior could stand a makeover.

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Carne Asada Uncut Skirt Steak

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Bekah C.

9 years ago

The food here is delicious and the customer service is amazing! My boyfriend and I ordered the number 19 came out relatively fast and our server Danika was sweet, funny and attentive! Thanks to her wonderful recommendation we ordered Thai tea with boba and whip cream which was delicious! read more

Cindy B.

9 years ago

I was there almost every week during their soft opening times. I am a vegetarian, and so happy to find a perfect place with real vegan and fresh foods near me. Honestly, I'd believed this place had the best customer service compares to all Vietnamese restaurants in Riverside. read more

Kim H.

374

9 years ago

I have never had Vietnamese food before. it's so fresh with lots of flavor. If you want to change it up from Golden Chopsticks then THIS IS THE PLACE TO BE. Healthy hot flavorful portions. Congratulations Don Nguyen, the owners, you hit out of he park with this!!!! read more

April L.

Elite 26

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3362

5 years ago

It should be called 1 star Pho Restaurant! I don't care if it's a family owned restaurant or hipster restaurant! They should comply with California Code, Health and Safety Code - HSC § 113969. I postmates my order and mid way find this disgusting hair particles! read more

Jasmine N.

9 years ago

This is my favorite pho in RiverSide. The food really good. My favorite is pho and Bo luc lac, Plus They have fresh noodle for pho. The customer service is wonderful too, the food come really quick. I'll definitely come back. read more

Greg S.

9 years ago

Hope you like the Photos Great place I could go into more to say but I have posted several post. All I'm saying is give this place a chance the food is really good and the staff will take care of you Kindest Regards Gregory read more

Tile Outlet S.

738

9 years ago

Wow, what a wonderful Pho restaurant, the food was so good, and the service also A+ They have the best Noodle Soup and the parking is great too. I will recommend my friends and family to try. read more

Justin B.

9 years ago

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Lindsay R.

4 years ago

Had the 33 and 37... both dishes had great flavor! The noodle dish was light and perfect for a summer lunch but full of flavor. The rice dish was also full flavor as well. read more

Sandra M.

6 years ago

The food was delicious! This was my 2nd time coming here and they don't disappoint. Very clean and covid 19 friendly, I would definitely come back if I'm in the area read more

Rhonda G.

520

7 years ago

Super friendly staff. Food is always served hot and delicious. This is by far the best Phô in Riverside. The seafood Phô is our favorite. Egg rolls are so good!! read more

Kim B.

466

9 years ago

Love this place!! Great service! Good food!! Staff were very nice, so glad there a good Pho place around this area.. love the fresh noodle especially for Pho!! read more

Leticia P.

8 years ago

Family friendly place my husband and 2 kids love this place the staff was helpfull even though they were short staffed they did an amazing job attending us read more

Nancy S.

6 years ago

This food and view undoubtedly beat one of the greatest restaurants in this field. Not only excellent food, it is an excellent experience. Thanks!. read more

Erica B.

9 years ago

It's was cold food today my daughter food was super late The only reason it's getting 3 is because the little girl server was so sweet and nice read more

Erick R.

8 years ago

My favorite Pho Spot!! Anybody a fan a pho will expect great customer service and awesome food. Number 46 is my favorite!!! Will be coming back! read more

Julie T.