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Cafe Nhan

4.5 (265 reviews)
ModerateVietnamese
Closed 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
Updated over 3 months ago

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Betty C.

It was a rainy cold gray day in March. Pho sounded like just a thing to beat the weather. So the three of us all went for Pho at café nhan. I had the beef, and my two companions both picked the beef short ribs. The bowls were just massive. This is probably the biggest bowl of Pho I have ever ordered. There was a very reasonable amount of meat and vegetables. The amount of noodles was way more than generous. We agreed the broth was flavorful and possibly the best part of the pho. I was the only one who managed to come close to finishing my bowl. My companions boxed their leftovers and left happy and full with enough leftovers for a substantial dinner. We showed up at about 1 PM on a weekday. The tables were less than full. Although the server requested that we be seated at a table for four and leave the table for six for other potential customers. We all thought that was probably just wishful thinking given the time and the weather. Service was attentive and quick. At this time of day, the cafe was quiet. The prices were very reasonable, given the large and generous portions.

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Cyrus T.

Food is excellent. Not many places served good bun bo hue. So, it is nice to have restaurant that offer other than the traditional pho. I also enjoyed the bun rieu, especially the crab meatball. The pho dat biet, I ordered it for my daughters. It is the traditional pho. It is nothing special. I probably prefer this from other pho places since it is pricier here. Fried wonton and summer rolls are ok. I didnt have any, my daughters finished them all. We also ordered Vietnamese coffee, excellent, and the yogurt drink (okay). Conclusion: will be back for the bun ho hue and bun rieu

Bun Bo Hue
Sam Y.

Rainy day calls for noodle soups, though we would have eaten here either way! We came under the recommendation of a friend, who is our resident pho expert. We found parking a couple blocks away. They were already busy at 10:30AM (they open at 10AM!), and they were packed when we left. They have about 10 small tables. The service is very friendly and quick. I thought we ordered the Goi Cuon Nem Nuong (Fermented Pork Summer Roll), but it looks like we got the Goi Cuon Thit Nuong (Marinated Pork Summer Roll), as it had fish sauce instead of the peanut sauce (did not notice it at the time). Either way, it held together well. There is a good balance of the ingredients, and the fish sauce amped up the flavor. Bun Bo Hue Dac Biet had such good flavor. It had the right amount of spice and lemongrass flavor. I love the clear bowls. The blood cubes were the perfect texture. The assortment of meats were well cooked and generously portioned. The noodles were very filling! We got an order of the Bun Bo Hue to go, and it was packaged well (cardboard on the bottom to help balance the containers. The soup was in a separate container from the noodles & toppings). It survived the long journey home and heated up well. I will definitely be back if I'm in the area!

Linda L.

Came here for the wings and they did not disappoint. Nicely battered We got the bbq spare ribs and it was more charred and dry, but still flavorful. It could use more sauce.

Stacy T.

We trekked all the way out there from the heart of city center in philly. The restaurant is small, maybe 8 tables or so? Depending on how many parties are there. We put in the orders for pho and they came out pretty quickly. I got the pho dac biet (basically pho with everything in it, brisket , meatballs, tripe, etc). The broth was delicious, clear and clean. There was no residue and was amazing. The meats inside were great. The noodles were a little bit more chewy than I am used to, but still tasted great. My hubby got the bun bo hue, which is supposed to be a specialty. He loved it. I was not too much a fan because it is spicy and because they use white round noodles instead of the traditional pho noodles.

Ban mi ca ri ga
Dinesh A.

Restaurant was busy as always but we were still seated quickly. Place gives a very cozy vibe. Great place to hang with friends and or family. My usual go to is Bun Ca Riga (chicken curry) but was feeling adventurous so I ordered Hu Tieu / Mi Bo Hue. The meal mixed with the house special chili sauce was fantastic. The broth was very savory and refreshing. The brisket melted in my mouth. Loved every bite!

Alyse J.

Wow!! This spot was delicious, provided great portion sizes, and was fast! The restaurant is quaint and fits a handful of tables, but it has a homey feel. The pho I got was very good! I wouldn't say it is my favorite pho spot ever (which is actually out in the suburbs) but it is my favorite of the three places I've tried in the city.

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Guest W.

Every thing was in point. The food was delicious and the service was quick. We ate from out of state and will come back just to eat here.

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Katie S.

Cafe Nhan is a small, cozy restaurant best known for its Bun Bo Hue and pho. I found it to be noodle-forward and of large portions. --- I dined at Cafe Nhan on a weekday for dinner as a small party of two. We were seated immediately. As individuals with allergies, we had a good laugh when we saw the windows wide open on the cool, breezy day. Note should be taken if you also have allergies that all the windows may be open to enjoy a nice day. As we made the trek for their oxtail pho listed on their website, it was a bit of a letdown when we were informed upon seating that the website was very old and had not been updated in years (since they lost access). So, I'd rely on other reviews for their most up-to-date menu and pricing. Instead, we ordered the Nhan's Wings, Com Thit Nuong (marinated grilled pork over rice), and Pho Dac Biet. We found everything was definitely made fresh, and everything came out PIPING hot. The wings had good texture and weren't too dry, but we wished there was more seasoning. We added eggs on top of the marinated grilled pork pieces over rice. This dish was pretty good (if not too sweet), but the eggs were well-done and not runny at all. The pho had very few pieces of meat (only 1-2 pieces of each different type of meat) but there was a ginormous portion of noodles. It is definitely a good pick for anyone craving a very noodle-forward dish, and the broth was very beefy. Overall, all portion sizes were rather large and we finished our entrees but had to take our wings home, so one entree per person seems to be the right size. Our service was very quick and fast, and they checked up on us often. They try their best to accommodate any food allergies. They also take credit card, but cash is preferred. We enjoyed our meal at Cafe Nhan and only learned later they are known for their Bun Hue. We would definitely go back to try it.

Hu Tieu Noodle Soup
Chi C.

This small South Philly spot has become my new favorite for comfort Vietnamese food! I visited an hour before closing on a weekday as a party of two, and it was still fully packed with other hungry, yet satisfied tables. We sampled different items from the menu, all of which were very affordable. The Dac Biet bahn mi was a big hit, with its fatty pork and delicious pickled veggies on the traditional baguette roll. We also ordered a chicken one to go that was good, but the pork reigns supreme. The pho was also very filling, and came in a large broth well worth its serving size. What pleasantly surprised me most, however, were the chicken wings that were incredibly flavorful, fried to a great crisp, and its crunch being a wonderful complement as we finished the soup. Service was also excellent, and it was clear that regular visitors were treated like family in the small, but mighty restaurant. We received our food quickly, and were frequently checked in on during the meal. A definite visit for fans of Vietnamese cuisine, and I will certainly be back to keep trying more.

March 2026
SouthPhilly -.

Friendly service. Quiet and relaxing atmosphere. Wishing the hours would extend to 8 pm instead of 7 pm closing time. Food is good and great spot in South Philly.

Bun Rieu
Bradley L.

My experience with Vietnamese food has primarily been with pho and Bahn mi, but this spot changed that for me. I saw bun rieu on the menu and was so intrigued by the description I had to try and I'm so happy I did. The soup was super hearty and packed with flavor. I loved the crab meatballs as well. Will definitely be on the lookout for this in the future. Service was fast and super friendly. The spots pretty small, so not much seating.

Bun Bo Hue
Linh N.

Really good place for bun Bo hue! The broth is really an explosion of flavor with the spice! The portion is quite big with lots of meat. I just wish the noodles were less stiff, and the onions sliced thinner. The service is very fast and the staff are very pleasant. Parking is a little difficult and the space is a bit small but the wait is not long. Would definitely come back for their bun Bo!

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Good spicy pho, service was good, ambience wasn't the greatest but it's good enough for a comfort meal

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Great food, fast service, friendly staff - 10/10, would love to go back next time I'm in Philly.

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The food is amazing and so if the coffee. Also, the service is fast and they're really nice.

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Good food. Bomb ribs over rice platter. I order this atleast once a week. Gotta try out the rest of the menu

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Pho Xe Lua Viet Thai Restaurant

Pho Xe Lua Viet Thai Restaurant

4.0
(776 reviews)
2.3 mi
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I was born and raised in Philly Chinatown and have been eating here for as long as I can remember…read more It's been a whole decade now and even though me and my family have moved right outside of Philly, we still drive that long distance and come here to eat because it's never changed. The fresh smell of their noodles brings back nice childhood memories. Their food has always been great and their broth is absolutely delicious. Me and my siblings always clear the entire bowl and leave nothing behind. Their spring rolls are a MUST TRY because it's always very crispy and steaming hot when they serve it to you. The drinks are amazing especially their fruit smoothies because they use actual fresh fruits so their drinks end up having a lot of flavor. The staff here are very nice that we even managed to get along with some of them. You can rest assured that you WILL get what you paid for because they fill their bowls to the brim. There's always going to be a good amount of food in each of their dishes so feel free to order whatever you crave. Couple tips: Try to eat AT the place to ensure that your food is fresh and good. Take out for the most part isn't really good because your food is literally just sitting there until you get it or until you open it up and eat it. USE THEIR SAUCES!!! Or make your own sauce with the ones provided. Always makes a difference when I dip food in it or mix it with the soup. Don't be afraid to come with a big group of people. They have an upstairs seating area too but I guess if you're coming with a lot of people just let them know in advance before entering. This is Chinese owned so it's more like a casual Asian restaurant but the food is definitely worth a try because it's affordable.

Came here for a late lunch on a weekend and it wasn't busy. We ordered a bbq beef with egg on rice…read more(#208) and it was delicious. The meat portion is sufficiently big and the meal was about $14. The place is clean and the bathrooms are clean. I'm excited to come back for pho!

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A no frills place. Cash only. They serve great pho. Johnny on the spot. Sit. Order. Eat and pay…read more But it's consistently really good. Not really a date night. But definitely is a nice comfort food option.

This is supposedly the best phở in Philadelphia, and the best I've ever had! And it's incredibly…read morecheap compared to Boston. 1.Phở - Tái, Nạm, Gầu, Gân, Sách: The broth was dark, but the flavor was natural and umami; the beef was in big portion and large slices, tender, and the tripe had no gamey taste; the rice noodles were authentic Vietnamese phở, perfectly cooked and very refreshing. The biggest surprise was the tái (eye-round steak), yet still retaining that pleasantly chewy texture of undercooked beef; the gầu (fat brisket) was thick and crisp, fragrant but not greasy--who would have thought I'd find brisket fat here? This showed the restaurant's precise control over the broth temperature and the thickness of the beef. Almost all phở restaurants claim to offer authentic raw beef or various cuts of beef, but very few can truly make customers feel the difference. The restaurant's decor is simple but spacious and clean; the service is average, but very efficient. Efficiency is essential for phở, otherwise the beef would be overcooked in the hot broth. After all, the essence of a restaurant is food, and for such affordable ones, it's gratifying to see them spend most of their costs on the food itself.

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