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    5.0 (11 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 2:00 pm, 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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    Combination Pho
    Stephanie C.

    This lowkey spot offers authentic Vietnamese cuisine while making it feel like you're in someone's house. I appreciated the waitress' recommendations to try the taco pho, a fusion dish that combines the rich umami flavor of pho with barbacoa, taco strips, and radish. I enjoyed trying banh beo which was something that's not really available at other pho restaurants that I've visited. With their unique menu and lowkey layout, I will definitely be returning in the future. Quick tip though, they are kind of device-free, so you cannot order online, the waitlist is a paper outside the door, and you have to wait outside to until they call you, literally. The place only has five serving tables, but once you're seated, trust me it would have been worth the wait

    Rebecca L.

    I came on a Friday evening for dinner. There is a paper wait list outside the restaurant where you can put your name down. There's also some chairs for you to sit down while you wait. There are only five tables inside so it was a bit of a wait, especially in the heat. After one hour, I eventually got seated. I decided to order the 3 Hue Cakes combination and the pho old district dish. The flavors were really good and meshed well together. I especially like the rice cakes dipped in the sauce. The dumplings were wrapped inside a banana leaf and tasted amazing. I would definitely come here again but just be prepared to wait.

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    Eina D.

    Hands down one of the best restaurant openings in Austin. I'm usually very picky about fusion food, but this family run restaurant does Viet/Texas fusion very well. There were no single overpowering flavors and everything blended in harmony. Their space is very small and intimate with a few tables, so the wait may be a while, but definitely worth it.

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    Sarah M.

    We enjoyed everything from the drinks through the appetizers and main dishes. Excellent service. Warm atmosphere. Delicious food. We will be back.

    SOOOOO good. Like wow. Best vietnamese food I've had in Austin. The broth is so flavorful and rich and the pork plate was delishhhhh

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    I enjoyed the Bun Bo Hue as well although it didn't taste traditional.

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    Pho Phong Luu

    Pho Phong Luu

    4.8
    (431 reviews)
    7.7 mi
    $$

    I ordered a regular Pho Dac Biet, and right away, I noticed the portions were very generous. The…read moreThai basil leaves were absolutely ginormous, and they gave us plenty of them alongside very fresh limes, which I appreciated. The bowl itself came loaded with meat--they definitely weren't skimping to save money here. The meat-to-noodle ratio felt great, and every bite actually had substance instead of leaving me fishing around for toppings. As for the broth, I landed somewhere in the middle. It wasn't quite as clear or light as I personally prefer, leaning toward a fattier, milkier undertone that almost reminded me of a Vietnamese pho take on tonkotsu. The flavor itself was undeniably very good, but the richness may have been a bit too much for me personally. One way I usually judge how much I love a pho broth is whether I want to sip the bowl down to the very end, and this one wasn't quite light enough for me to want to do that. I've had richer and deeper pho flavors elsewhere, but I still appreciated the flavor profile here and could absolutely see why this place is so popular. It feels hearty, comforting, and satisfying in a way that clearly resonates with many people. Despite how packed the restaurant was, the atmosphere ended up being surprisingly pleasant. Service moved very quickly, which honestly impressed me given how busy everything felt. Even with the crowd, I didn't dislike the spacing or setup at all--the restaurant still felt comfortable, and the sound of people enjoying their food all around added to the lively, welcoming energy rather than making it feel overwhelming. Overall, Pho Phong Lưu ended up being one of those places where I completely understood the hype, even if it didn't become my personal favorite pho spot. While the broth leaned richer than my preference, I still enjoyed the experience and definitely look forward to trying other dishes next time.

    Updated review for May 2026! Still insanely fast service. It was absolutely packed when we came at…read more12:30 on a Saturday and we were served in less than 6 minutes. Parking is easy in the strip mall lot towards the back. The bathroom situation can get annoying when there's more people since it's singles.

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    Bep Co Tham - KN Kitchen

    Bep Co Tham - KN Kitchen

    4.5
    (59 reviews)
    6.4 mi
    $$

    I've ordered their sticky rice from here multiple times for takeout. It's nice and savory, features…read moreplenty of processed meat like pork floss and Chinese sausage slices. But it also has egg and scallions and pate; overall the combo is satisfying. Separate from takeout, we decided to go for an early dinner. Their Crab Vermicelli Stir Fry is surprisingly sweet, with sweetness as a prominent flavor. It features plenty of crab bits. I also grabbed a Skillet Combo. It came with two runny side up eggs, pate, two types of cured pork, beef gravy, and a handful of cilantro. The baguette came on the side, as did the mixed salad of lettuce and tomato. The salad had some dried shrimp, fish sauce, and a slightly sweet dressing. The restaurant itself is located in the Chinatown Center on N Lamar. It's a small corner shop. Lots of mirrors and glass. The staff are friendly enough. Unfortunately, they've closed, and it looks like another restaurant will be opening up in its place. The situation leaves me unsure about where to go to satisfy savory sticky rice cravings.

    I've visited this place several times, and each experience has been great. Plus, it's a…read morefamily-owned business, which adds a genuine touch to the dining experience. I recommend giving it a try. Food: The authentic Vietnamese cuisine they serve is truly comforting. Some menu items I like more than others. So far, my favorites are: A1. Grilled Pork Spring Rolls S1. Combo Banh Mi N5a. Char Siu Egg Noodle w/ Wonton (w/ soup on the side) N8a. Shrimp & Squid (w/ sauce & pork broth on the side)

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    Banh Xeo - Pancake
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    Goi cuon - Spring rolls
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    Sip Pho

    Sip Pho

    4.4
    (508 reviews)
    9.8 mi
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    Tried Sip Pho for the first time and had a great experience. As soon as we walked in, the…read morerestaurant felt very clean with a calm and relaxing atmosphere. You place your order at the front before being seated, which was an easy process. The staff was friendly, and the food came out quickly. I ordered the Bun Bo Hue, and my husband ordered the Sip Pho. Both broths were rich and flavorful. The portions were generous, and they definitely did not skimp on the meat. My Bun Bo Hue came with a beef rib that was tender and delicious. One unique thing was the noodles in the Sip pho bowl--they were slightly thicker than vermicelli, which was different but not a big deal. For drinks, I ordered the Matcha Green Thai Tea. It had an interesting flavor combination, but the matcha taste was a bit overpowered by the green Thai tea. It was still enjoyable, though slightly too floral and sweet for my personal preference. The prices were very reasonable, and they offered a great variety of pho, vermicelli bowls, rice dishes, and appetizers. Next time I visit, I'd love to try the egg rolls since I noticed many people ordering them. The only downside was parking. There are about six spots in front of the restaurant, with additional parking in the back. It was a little difficult to find a spot, likely because we visited on a weekend. Overall, I would definitely come back again.

    After a long hot day, my friends and I were fiending for Viet food and stumbled upon Sip Pho. You…read moreorder at the counter before getting a table number. The service was good. The restaurant was busy especially since it's so close to UT. I got the vermicelli with lemongrass beef. My friends ordered vermicelli with both beef and short rib, beef bao, and pho. This was my first time having vermicelli with fried egg, but I liked it. The meat tasted like teriyaki beef jerky which I was fine with.The portions were pretty big too, so I had a good amount of leftovers to take home. They have a little sauce bar in case you need extra fish sauce like I usually do. My friends had no complaints about their food and thought it was decent! Sip Pho was good but nothing special in my opinion. I'd probably skip this spot next time I'm in Austin.

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    Interior seating
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    Grilled pork banh mi
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    Sunflower Vietnamese Cuisine

    Sunflower Vietnamese Cuisine

    4.3
    (306 reviews)
    1.4 mi
    $$

    I've been to this place many times and every time, I love it!…read more First of all, I just love coming here the seating and the space is so relaxing and such a perfect place to eat and talk. And honestly it's better than any fancy restaurant out there. I love the amount of plants in the space and the TV plays cooking videos and it's so nice to watch while waiting for your food! Speaking of waiting for your food, the food comes out super quick! Within 1 minute of ordering my drink, it came out! And a couple minutes after follows the food. The service is amazing as well, the servers are super sweet and are very quick to serve you and get what you need. The menu offers a bunch of things, appetizers, main dishes, desserts, and the drinks! I love how the desserts and drinks are also Vietnamese (most of the time I notice restaurants tend to have the basic selection of fountain drinks and desserts, but this restaurant has a wide variety of drinks and desserts so you can try something new every time you come here!) Most of all, there's a bunch of vegan dishes which I absolutely love. The food is always delicious I've been trying the vegan dishes recently and I love them a lot (as someone who doesn't like vegan dishes normally)! The chicken pho is also so delicious it tastes better than I make it at home! So much flavor. The drinks are so good as well. They also give you a big portion and I normally have leftovers, but the portion size is amazing for the price that you pay. It's definitely more affordable and such a bang for your buck. This is definitely a spot to try and trust me, you'll probably fall in love! If I was an Austin tourist I would definitely hit up this restaurant. I could go on and on about this restaurant.

    I used to come here pretty often when I lived across the street from here and was feeling homesick…read more It's the only place in Austin I have found that serves banh hoi as an entree on the menu. It's one of my favorite childhood dishes! I also enjoyed their bun thit nuong cha gio many times as my other go-to order. I believe my mom enjoyed the banh xeo and pho ga when I took her here the first time she visited Austin. Service is usually quick and the music or TV was never too loud. The noise level in general does go up as it gets more busy but not overwhelming. I wish I still lived nearby to get my Viet food fix!

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    View from the door (my lunch visible in the brown bag)
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    Banh xeo
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    Tan My

    Tan My

    4.5
    (954 reviews)
    5.9 mi
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    Wow, this place is amazing!! We came here for dinner a couple nights ago and we are so glad we did…read more We got here around 6:45 pm on a friday night and it was pretty much packed. It's a pretty small restaurant, but there are a lot of tables. You can either wait and be seated or if you find any free spots, you can sit down and they will come and give you a menu. I ordered their bum bo hue $16 and it was delicious. The broth was to die for. It was super flavorful and the spice and salt levels were just right. Not too salty, not too spicy. I've tried tons of bum bo hues in CA and dallas, and I would have to say Tan My is in my top 3, which says a lot! My husband ordered their vermicelli with charcoal broiled beef rice noodle bowl $15 and he says it tastes better than Pho Bac in richardson; iykyk. Overall, 10000% recommend. They are located in a really small plaza with a really small parking lot so I would definitely recommend carpooling or getting there early. Service here was great and it was nice that the young guy would check in on us. We are so happy to have found a really good asian restaurant; we've had a lot of misses, but this one was totally worth it. Ugh, I want another bowl just by writing this review!!

    the portions here are huge, and the service is friendly and welcoming. our favorite dish by far was…read morethe stir fried flat noodles (#55). it was so flavorful and def something id get again! the pho, however, was just okay. i wish the broth had a bit more depth and richness, and the beef was unfortunately pretty tough and bland. the grilled chicken over rice also wasnt quite what i expected. it didnt taste very authentic and was more like teriyaki chicken from a fast food restaurant. overall im glad i gave it a try but there is better viet food in austin

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    To Go Pho
    To Go Pho
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    888 Pan Asian Restaurant

    888 Pan Asian Restaurant

    4.1
    (2.3k reviews)
    14.4 mi
    $$

    Stopped by 888 Pan Asian and ordered the combination pho. It was really good with a flavorful…read morebroth, generous portions, and plenty of meat. The serving size was definitely worth it because I had leftovers, and it somehow tasted even better reheated the next day. Always a great sign when the quality holds up after taking it home. Solid spot for pho if you're looking for a satisfying meal with big portions. Note to self: make sure to ask for the chili crisp oil on the side next time. It didn't taste nearly as good without it, and they don't automatically include it. Definitely worth requesting because it adds so much more flavor.

    I don't usually write reviews, but this experience was honestly so confusing that I felt like I had…read moreto. I'm only giving 2 stars because the food was actually good. My boyfriend and I came here because of the great reviews, but unfortunately our visit was nothing like we expected. From the moment we walked in, the experience was disappointing. The host literally pointed to our table instead of walking us to it, which immediately felt unwelcoming. No one introduced themselves or even told us who our server was, so we never knew anyone's name throughout the entire meal. Throughout our meal, no one checked on us even once, and we had to flag our waiter down multiple times whenever we needed something. Plates and drinks were also repeatedly slammed down on the table, which came across as rude and unprofessional. Every interaction felt rushed, and the staff acted like they were annoyed we were there. The customer service was awful, and it made for a really unpleasant first experience. Unfortunately, we won't be coming back.

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    888 Pan Asian Restaurant
    888 Pan Asian Restaurant

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