3.5 stars, rounding up. I guess I'm a little confused about all the Yelp hate on 6-1-Pho. It's fast-casual Vietnamese in Clintonville -- I think you kinda have to take it for what it is. I mean, do you expect Chipotle to be the same authentic Mexican food that you'd find in a hidden strip mall on the West Side? If you want the real-deal, authentic experience, I'd recommend going to either Huong or Indochine. I adore both of those places. But if you're near C-ville and want something a little faster, I'd totally suggest 6-1-Pho. Okay, enough of that -- let's jump into the review: *Interior* I loved the look here. It was bright, shiny, and clean. I thought the chalkboard was clever and inviting and did a good job of explaining the menu. *Service* The service here is awesome. The owner, Lisa, really wants to please her customers... For the guy in front of me, she asked if he'd mind waiting a few extra minutes on his bahn mi because she wanted to get some fresher bread. And when it came to my pho ga (chicken pho), she was very careful and attentive to make sure it was right. *Food* For fast-casual pho, it was A-OK. The broth is always my favorite part, and it was really tasty. I was also impressed with how hot it was served -- even after all my Instagram shenanigans, my bowl stayed piping hot the entire time. There did seem to be an abundance of rice noodles, and the chicken -- while I'm thrilled it wasn't that funky chicken you sometimes get with pho -- was a little dry. I've heard the bahn mi is fantastic; I remember CU raving about it. *Price* Yes, it's a smidge pricier than traditional, strip-mall Viet spots. Cough, Clintonville rent. *Random thoughts* I both love and hate the name. I love how punny it is, but I hate that it encourages people to pronounce it 'FO.' Sorry, but I disagree with your adorable chalkboard here... 'FO' is never okay. read more

6-1-Pho - Vietnamese Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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I'm a big fan of this place- it's fast (think the Vietnamese version of chipotle), fresh, and affordable. The broth is flavorful and packs a punch while hitting the spot on a cold grey Ohio day. Honestly, I could chug the broth and be content. I usually get the tofu version but I was feeling the need for some extra protein and got the chicken this time. I gotta say, the chicken is really dry- I have a slight feeling it might be turkey. Anyways, I would recommend this place, but ask how fresh the chicken is if you want to order that. Parking is behind the building, but not inconvenient. And the service is friendly. read more

6-1-Pho - Vietnamese Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Pho/Com/Bun served like Chipotle. (You pick the broth, meat, and other toppings at the counter.) I love the concept! The staff is very friendly, and it is a local business, so I do really want them to succeed... But as things currently stand, this restaurant will not survive. There are too many better alternatives in Columbus. First, the broth for my beef pho tonight was the least flavorful out of all the phos I've ever had in my life. Their beef broth is entirely dependent on adding hoisin sauce and sriracha to have any flavor. Pho broth should have enough flavor in it to stand on its own should you choose not to add any sauce... and the broth here fails that litmus test. Every other pho that I've tasted in Columbus (Lan Viet, Buckeye Pho, Pho Asian Noodle House, Tai's Asian Bistro, and the now closed Lac Viet all serve superior pho.) My next concern is the meat selection. They do allow you to do half & half of two types of meat. (I went with half beef, half rare steak tonight.) But every beef pho I've ever had previously came with sliced beef (rare or not), meatball, and stewed beef tendon. So despite the superficial appearance of having a variety of meat on the menu, you actually get less variety in your beef pho at this restaurant. And the already cooked beef was tough and relatively flavorless. And finally, the price. It's waaaaaaaay overpriced. I've never paid over $10 for a beef pho, and that's what I paid here after tax. Why am I paying more for pho in North Clintonville than I would downtown at the North Market? So in summary: inferior pho at a higher price than the competition. Rather disappointing. A part of me wants to give them another try, maybe try out their rice bowl or the bahn mi sandwich next time. But unless they revamp their broth, I've definitely had their pho for the very last time. read more

Great phood. Great phlavors. Phriendly staff. The menu is phantastic. Love this place! What are you waiting phor? read more

To be honest, I wasn't expecting much from 61Pho, especially on their soft opening night. However, the restaurant was truly a hot mess soon after I arrived. The efficiency, typical of a Chipotle-esque restaurant, was definitely not there. They were seemingly well-staffed, but in terms of menu inventory and food preparation, they were definitely slow and not prepared. By 630 pm, they had already started running out of menu items. With adequate prep and inventory, I'm sure this will improve. It has to in order for 61Pho to succeed. The restaurant itself is small, but clean and well-lit. Even after taking into consideration the outdoor seating (3 tables), the space is still on the small side. Also if the line gets too long, the outer wall seating is affected, making 61Pho feel very claustrophobic. While the restaurant was a frenzy on soft opening day, the staff was extremely polite and kept everyone happy for the most part. The owner was apologetic and actively sought out feedback, which was a good sign. Food-wise, I ordered the Pork Bahn Mi. It seemed like the smart choice, given the fact that they were running out of everything else. It was hastily and sloppily prepared in front of my eyes. Unlike traditional bahn mi i've had with thinly sliced cold cuts, the pork used at 61Pho consisted of thick pieces (shoulder and belly) that were precooked and skewered. This made for quite a hearty sandwich. As messy as it looked, it tasted great. The homemade French Pâté was rich with flavor and their mayonnaise seemed to have a spicy kick to it. My only qualm was that the bread could have been crunchier. Definitely one of the better (albeit not as traditional) bahn mi's I've had in Columbus. From a pricing perspective, I thought items were reasonably priced but definitely not inexpensive for the quantity of food you receive. I'm using Lan Viet in the North Market as the main source of comparison. A pho at 61Pho runs you $10, a rice/noodle bowl $9, a bahn mi $8 and spring rolls $6. Lan Viet's pricing is $8, $8, $5 and $3 comparatively. The pricing is most likely not going to be an issue for most, but I think cutting menu item prices by $1 would make the public happier. However, I can also understand the business side of things. Overall a shaky soft opening for 61Pho, but the quality of their bahn mi will make me come back. I can't comment on the pho or rice/noodle bowl dishes, but judging from the appearance my friends' dishes, they looked just okay. I'll be back for the bahn mi, hopefully they will have their efficiency issues sorted out by then. read more

I'm torn on this one. I met the Columbus Food Culture and Fun group here for 61Pho's soft opening tonight. This space is quite tiny inside. Something like three or four booth tables. The patio area was fantastic, with the long, wide tables (great for groups)! I do think they could benefit even more if the grand opening wasn't tomorrow nite. I felt the staff was still somewhat discombobulated. Not to mention there were so many of them working behind the counter. I'm assuming they were mentally prepping, in case they got a large clientele, but the efficiency does still have room for improvement. We got here just in time, too. A long line began to form as soon as we sat down. That's definitely a plus for this joint - the more people, the more the word spreads, the more traffic they will get (ideally). On to the food. I shared their Vietnamese Spring Rolls and Bun bowl with chicken. The only other Bun I have to compare is Lan Viet (in the North Market), and 61Pho's was not up to par, in my opinion. With that said, I thought the salad tonite was decent. The sweet rice vinegar (?) dressing was slight, the perfect accent. I do wish the toppings were more - I loved all the veggies. The chicken was moist and had good flavor. The owner came out to check on our group. She was polite, pleasant. I think it's a double plus that she asked us for any suggestions/improvements. And she listened intently to our comments with a smile. I hope this establishment is able to iron out the kinks, and is successful! read more

6-1-Pho - Vietnamese Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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6-1-Pho is featured on delivery services like Postmates and UberEATS so I've gotten delivery a few times in desperation for a pho fix. I've bumped them down to 2 stars after having it a few more times. The broth is not that flavorful. They really chintz on the toppings and it's totally not worth the elevated above-market price. Even their summer rolls lacked flavor. I really wanted to support this local spot but I just feel ripped off every time I eat food from here knowing spots in Columbus are cheaper and tastier! Previous review: When I first heard that Clintonville was getting a Pho joint, I was super jazzed! Then when it opened I saw all the fickle reviews roll in here on Yelp--and with how pricey the menu appeared, I stayed away and frequented my usual Pho faves. I'm a big fan of Skip the Dishes and I recently saw 6-1-Pho pop up as an option for delivery, and I was hankering for Vietnamese, so I figured I'd give them a chance. The broth came in a plastic tub with instructions for reheating and the rare beef and additions could then be added in. The pho was okay and appeased my craving, but honestly it was nothing special. Today I needed to go to the Whetstone Library so I stopped in to 6-1-Pho as I was in the mood for soup despite the beautiful, sunny early spring day. It's a really cool space. Reminds me of the new Fusian down the street. I ordered rare beef pho again but since the beef portion was scant when I had delivery, I asked for the option to double my protein for an extra $3.50. I also got a soda from the fountain. My tab was $16+ for my meal. It's just too pricey as compared to some of my fave pho spots in town, and it's just not that worth it. I'll probably get 6-1-Pho on Skip the Dishes again since they're the only Vietnamese that delivers, but if I'm out and about I'll drive the extra mile to my favorite Pho spot that is cheaper and tastier. read more

6-1-Pho - Double beef in beef. Hold the sprouts. Pour on the Sriracha. - Vietnamese Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Really good food. Ordered for pickup and food was well packaged and hot enough to eat when I got home. Would definitely order again.

Sad face. :(. I ordered the chicken banh mi via GrubHub (I'm a big banh mi fan!) and it was extremely disappointing. The chicken banh mi on menu states: Soy marinated pulled chicken, chili paste, pickled carrots and daicon, cucumber, cilantro, and a swipe of mayonnaise. My chicken banh mi had: Chicken (yay correct!), the pate spread used on the pork banh mi, the veggie soy ham used on the vegetable banh mi, the sriracha mayonnaise used on the vegetable banh mi (unless all of their mayo is orange), and the worst of all: a large, unidentified item that I can only describe as a big piece of kamaboko - because that's exactly what it looked like and felt like. It was about 3"x3", bouncy, and white-ish with a pink border. My friends were being really dramatic and screaming just to give an idea of how horrifying it was. I wish I would have taken a picture of it before putting it down the garbage disposal. The only thing I did take a picture of was the veggie soy ham that I took out of the trash. I contacted GrubHub and explained the issue who then contacted the restaurant. The restaurant refunded me which was greatly appreciated! Then the restaurant called me and I felt very uncomfortable because I felt that the woman I spoke to (who may have been the owner because she said she wrote the menu) seemed defensive and rushed. I felt almost embarrassed to give her all of the details because she seemed irritated and like she was being forced to apologize. :( I won't go back. Even though "6-1-pho" is the most clever name - good job on that at least! read more

6-1-Pho - Veggie soy ham (I think?) that was on my chicken banh mi. Yuck. - Vietnamese Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Great concept. Poorly executed. Arrived an hour before closing as indicated on the handwritten sign on the door. The employees were locking the door already and telling potential customers that they were already closed. Eventually, they changed their mind and reopened the doors. The concept is intended to be the Vietnamese version of Chipotle or Piada. Unfortunately, it took 45 minutes to get the food despite being 8th in line. The holdup was not the food preparation but the slow checkout process. Food was OK but not exceptional. Definitely not worth the wait. Might have been worth it service was nearly instant. read more

6-1-Pho - Vietnamese Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Decor: light and modern on the inside, a large bright green wall with chalk drawings dominates the space. Bamboo in vases and jars on every table make it feel less like you're eating in a quick-serve atmosphere. Plenty of room and parking. Food: three pretty standard Vietnamese options (pho, com, and bun), with plenty of variety in proteins and toppings. Overall, food was solid, but not spectacular. Bottom line: great for a quick bite, but if I'm craving Vietnamese I'll stick with my other Columbus standards. read more

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Haven't even finished my food and I've gotta leave a review. It's that good. The restaurant is clean and comfortable. I got the chicken Pho and oh wow, it looks and tastes wonderful. read more

6-1-Pho - ows a bowl of soup and chopsticks - Vietnamese Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Our favorite Pho spot in Columbus, and are so happy to have them in the heart of Clintonville. We live around the corner and the restaurant fills the air with a heavenly scent. Perfectly clean every time we have visited and the staff and owner are always pleasant. Try the meatball sub as a change up to the norm as it is truly delicious. read more

6-1-Pho - Vietnamese Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Love the noodle salad with veggie roll. The salad and vegetables feels virtuous and the noodles are a delicious complement without being heavy. The veggie rolls here are delicious. I could eat this a few times a week without getting tired of it. read more

Being Vietnamese, I am very biased in the taste of pho. I tried the beef pho and it was okay. I only add a twist of lime and all the veggies, so it's all about the broth for me. I prefer Huong Vietnamese Restaurant on Morse Rd. and Lan Viet Market in North Market more. Wasn't fond of the egg rolls here either. But again I'm extremely bias, especially compared to my mom's cooking. read more

My first visit will bring me back again and again. Ordered pho with chicken,egg rolls and chicken bahn mi. Servings were very generous,enough for my husband and myself with leftovers. Everything was delicious. The broth was very tasty and the sandwich was so flavorful. Next time I plan to try the tofu but it's hard to choose because it's all so good. Valerie MmArva2-herxof-ximnoh read more

Just a quick update here. I AM NOW OBSESSED WITH THIS PLACE. If you read my first review from a few years ago, you will see that I gave them three stars and constructive criticism. Their vegan broth is still packed full of flavor (better than any other vegan pho broth I've had anywhere). They give you a substantial amount of noodles, and heaps of fresh cilantro and basil. Yum! I would still like to see them offer fresh broccoli, carrots, etc. to have another vegan pho choice aside from tofu. I lived in both Portland and Seattle and the pho places typically offer fresh veg with or without tofu as well. If they did that here, I'd bump the review to five stars! That said, I go here a few times a month and always leave satisfied. read more

6-1-Pho - Veggie pho with extra jalapeños - Vietnamese Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Loved the service, the food and the place was super clean! All of the workers I had the pleasure to speak with were very nice and welcoming! The food was soo delicious and will go again, especially before work! read more

as someone who's vietnamese- this location definitely caters to the more american side of asian food. nothing wrong, but i personally wouldn't come here if you're looking for some authentic pho. the pho broth didn't have the beef bone aroma, they didn't pile on the meats, and the veggies were lacking- only bean sprouts, lime, cilantro. i also ordered their cold cut, which had some weird pink jelly like substance on it, didn't come with authentic mayo either, tasted like a store bought sushi spicy mayo. wasn't impressed and wouldn't come back. go to huong's on morse road if you're looking for a good hole in the wall, mom/pop pho read more

It was raining and a little chilly. We decided pho was in order, and we got it delivered because we couldn't be bothered to leave the house. It was awesome! I ordered your basic chicken-on-chicken pho, and my husband ordered the vegetarian broth with meatball. They were both fantastic and packaged really well for delivery. I can never finish a bowl of Pho in one sitting, but I warmed the rest up a couple days later and it was just as good. Maybe better, because all the flavors got to marinate a little longer. Mmmm. read more

Not the typical pho place I am used to. But still tasted amazing! The woman behind the counter was more than happy to explain everything to us. The tray they give you of veggies didn't have nearly enough cilantro but she was happy to give us more. The music and decor was fun and the place was very clean. I would recommend eating in first before ordering out just so you know what to ask for more of. read more

6-1-Pho - Beef Pho with onions and cilantro - Vietnamese Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

I liked my food. I ordered the rice bowl with chicken and got a nice-sized serving and it was tasty. Lots of chicken, surprisingly. Also, brown rice is often still borderline-hard at some restaurants but it was nice and soft but still chewy here. My husband was happy with his food, too, but he's generally easy to please in the food department. The place is casual and you get your food fast which appeals to me. You don't need to allot hours just to eat. I want to go back to 61Pho and try something else - which if you read my reviews, is pretty unusual. Usually once is enough. read more

Living with celiac disease and interstitial cystitis, I don't feel well for days at a time. This is my go-to when I'm feeling this way! 6-1-Pho is my favorite place to eat when my autoimmune diseases are acting up. What a comfort food! My favorite part is their vegetarian broth. It's amazing! When I'm not feeling ill, I get beef Pho with all the good stuff. It's set up like Chipotle; you can go down the line and choose what you want in your Pho. However, they also have other items on the menu that isn't Pho. The atmosphere is nice. Every time I've been inside, it's very quiet and peaceful. The staff are kind and prompt. The only reason I knocked a star off is that I have gotten rotten basil on more than one occasion... However, it was probably just wilted from the heat, but it grossed me out anyway. It's also a bit overpriced in my opinion... especially on the days where I only get noodles and broth. But it's worth checking out! For real though, if you have tummy troubles, this soup is where it's at! Side note: make sure you drink plenty of water while eating this or you'll blow up like a balloon. read more

Owner was observed fixing her hair, rubbing her nose, and reaching into her pockets several times while wearing gloves. She then proceeded to fix food. My fiance requested to speak to her directly and make her aware. She was unprofessional and in denial. My fiance requested a refund and the owner snatched the receipt! She never changed her gloves. We have visited 61 pho many times and this was disappointing to hear. 2 LOYAL CUSTOMERS LOST read more

My husband's beef pho smelled good and he confirmed it tasted good. My vegetarian broth was crazy! It smelled so strongly of cinnamon I thought they accidentally messed up. I tasted it and it's straight up cinnamon water. Almost unbearable even with the tofu and fixins. Is this normal? It's just the veggie pho not the beef that was weird. Gave it three stars because my husband liked his. read more

The foods are not fresh and the taste is not good as they have been told. Fast foods style and cost around $14 and not worth it. I would recommend not to go there for pho. I rather spend time at Buckeye Pho or Tai Asian Bistro for fresh bowl of pho and worth the price. read more

This place is great!! Owners are extremely nice and friendly, food is good and service is great. I have eaten there a dozen times or more and haven't had a bad experience yet. "You can please some of the people some of the time, but can't please all the people all the time!!" read more

This place is fantastic! I work across the street and sometimes the smell drifting across the road completely changes my lunch plans. The pho is delicious with options to customize and I'm not sure where they get their jalapeños from but they are so spicy and delicious! The only bummer is that they are closed on Mondays which is without fail the day I want it the most. read more

Consistently delicious! I always get chicken broth and recently have started ordering marinated tofu. Don't let the cute name or sleek decor fool you into thinking this place is some Americanized copy, it definitely IS authentic Vietnamese food. Ask inside if you don't believe me . read more

I was disappointed with the bahn mi sandwiches especially after the rave reviews for them. The bread used is sub par to other Vietnamese restaurants and isn't toasted warm. Also the pork isn't grilled hot like most places. It's a cold cut pork which is ok but usually menus will just name it "cold cut bahn mi". The pickled carrot daikon topping had a super strong odor to it which was sort of unappetizing. Also, the bahn mi prices are higher than competitors. On a positive note I loved the decor of the place and the service was friendly. read more

I eat here a few times a month and love everything I've tried! The vegan pho is probably the best I've had EVER. Flavorful broth, fresh ingredients, and marinated tofu are fantastic. Love the noodle salad bowl on a warm summer day. My kiddos dig the rice bowl, and yes there are kids sizes! Recently discovered they make a completely vegan option for the bahn mi as well and it's really great - vegan ham and vegan sriracha mayo!? Yes!!! I highly recommend!!! read more

This is a great pho place. The broth is full of flavor and I like to spice it up with the house made hot sauce. The portions are large but they let anyone order a child size if you're looking for something lighter. It was the first place I tried a banh-mi and has become the standard that I judge other bahn-mis because the ingredients were such high quality. read more

6-1-Pho - Vietnamese Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

I got the beef pho with the beef broth and it wasn't as good as I thought it would be. the best way to describe the broth taste is a weird tea like flavor not the beef savory flavor. the beef was flavorless and I had to add other things to make it taste better but overall I didn't like the food...the customer service was excellent though read more

6-1-Pho - Vietnamese Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Amazing. Absolutely delicious. Highly recommended 20/10. The flavor profile is exquisite!! Probably the best pho ive had in a LONG time.

The service here was super nice and on the ball. The food, oh goodness, it's so good, I got the pork Báhn-mi and my wife got the chicken pho, so delicious . This is one of our new favorite places now. read more

I don't love when I have to give anything less than 4 stars but josh and I didn't have the best experience. If you don't want to read details; atmosphere awesome, food yummy but not a lot of gluten free options (need more clarity on this?) and customer service was about 2ish stars on this day. I love the natural light, the chalkboard art and pictures to show you what you're ordering. We walked in and weren't greeted, but that's okay- not every place does that...we got up to the counter and had a couple questions but the one guy who was upfront was upbeat and smiley but overwhelmed with a large to-go order so we were ignored for a few more min.- still okay bc we were looking at our options, he apologized but was getting no help from the other 2 guys working-Once we finally ordered they ended up being out of spring rolls so josh was bummed- when we asked if we could just wait for some more a man from the kitchen part told us in an abrupt tone "they are all gone" so we assume that means they were out of spring roll ingredients? We think this dude was hangry bc he went to eat after we paid which is understandable but come onnn...They had egg rolls but I told them I was gluten free and we couldn't do those. We got 2 bowls of pho and it was about $20- hella expensive for the To-go vibe. The portion was big so we had leftovers and the food tasted great but halfway in my stomach started hurting and we realized the pho bowl wasn't gluten free. I didn't even think to ask bc I'm use to it being gfree everywhere else we go. Thank goodness I don't have celiac but I do have a strong intolerance and it kills my digestive system. It would have been a nice heads up after I told them I was gfree but just a note for next time. I'm not even sure what wasn't gfree? Maybe the broth? We will give it another try so Josh can try their sandwich thing but most likely to-go and for $20 I would prefer a better experience. But still a clever name. 5 stars for that. read more

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Solid Pho, great coffee. Good quick food at a reasonable price. There's enough seating for several groups, but can fill up at peak times. The service is generally good, but can be a little inconsistent. read more

Today was the day. UberEats deliver to me 6-1-Pho as fast as you can. I'm hungry and house bound!! We ordered Pho with beef broth and meatballs. Egg rolls, and rice bowl with chicken. Egg Rolls : crunchy and fresh with a good taste. A quick few bites and they were gone! They are small like traditional spring rolls. Pho with beef broth and meatballs: The broth was piping hot and flavorful. The meatballs were terrible little blanched/boiled chewy little balls. There were a lot of noodles, not quite enough sauce. I did not finish the Pho. It just wasn't good. Rice bowl with chicken: Fantastic!!! Everything about it was yummy. Crisp veggies, marinated chicken, perfect rice combination. It was a good choice and would absolutely have it again. I'm looking forward to trying other menu items. I won't get Pho and I won't forget, this is fast food Vietnamese. read more

You have a hidden gem on your hands. Santana is a shining star! Great smile. Great energy. Very welcoming and friendly. So happy I stopped in today. Santana, thank you for being you! Food is excellent too. I love Pho and I love the concept here. read more

I came here with a couple of friends on a rainy day and was so intrigued by the set up. It's basically a pho version of chipotle/DIY Food places. Aka Americanized just like Panda Express. Nonetheless, the decor is nice, they have this vibrant neon green aesthetic that is fun and feels fresh. I ordered the beef broth with rare steak, and it was decent but extremely expensive for a bowl of pho compared to more authentic indochine and huongs. What was strange was that I saw them cook the rare steak with the noodles in hot water before adding in the broth which made the meat tougher (at a traditional Vietnamese place the meat cooks in the broth with the already cooked noodles) I might come back and try their other stuff, but as a Vietnamese person, I'm all about authenticity and flavor when I'm eating my people's food. Overall, this place isn't terrible, food is fresh and is a cool setup, but it's not authentic pho thus the 3 stars read more