I think I've officially found one of the best pho spots in the SFV -- Pho21 is a family-owned gem…read morethat delivers on flavor. Once inside, you feel like you are in someone's home. Everybody was just friendly and ready to take your order. Parking can be a bit tricky (there's a small lot in the back), but it's worth the effort. I ordered my usual -- beef and tendon pho (Pho Xe Lua) along with the chicken egg rolls. Service was quick and on point. The pho? Super flavorful, rich, and comforting. It honestly reminded me of the quality and depth of flavor you'd find in the SGV -- which says a lot. The egg rolls may be small, but don't let that fool you -- they're packed with flavor and perfectly crispy. Easily some of the best Vietnamese egg rolls I've had in the SFV so far. I also noticed they have a solid selection of com tam on the menu, so I'll definitely be back to explore more. This is officially my go-to spot whenever I'm craving pho or Vietnamese food.

When we came in, we were greeted right away…read more We ordered a bowl of pho, grilled pork salad, and shrimp rolls. The shrimp rolls could just some flavoring to make it better. The grilled pork salad was awesome. The pho was pretty good, not great, but good. The inside is decent and clean. Plenty of seats. The service is great, they try to get to you as soon as they can. Come give it a try.

Came here for takeout and the spring chicken is easily the best I've had in the SFV, juicy,…read morewell-seasoned, and absolutely worth the trip. Parking is tight, so ordering ahead like we did is the smart move. I also tried the green mung bean + red and white beans with coconut milk. The lady on the phone said it's their halo-halo, but honestly, it's nothing like the traditional Filipino dessert. It's still good creamy and comforting, but if you're craving real halo-halo, go to Pinoy's instead. My husband got the Thai iced tea. It's milky, but honestly not bad at all, just a different style than what he's used to. Still drinkable and refreshing.

My go-to Vietnamese spot in De Soto, Canoga Park--Bale Valley never misses. I'm obsessed with their…read moredeep-fried chicken marinated in oyster sauce: perfectly crispy, deeply savory, and juicy every single time. Their pho is another reason I keep coming back--the broth is clean and light with zero oiliness, yet still full of flavor without that overpowering umami punch. You can really taste how well it's made. The pickled chili is a hidden gem--bright, spicy, and clearly house-prepared--and the prices are refreshingly affordable for the quality and portions. Don't skip the boba in coconut milk for dessert; it's creamy, refreshing, and the perfect sweet ending. Consistently delicious and always satisfying. Also the service is amazing too! The staff are kind and they remember us every time we come to their restaurant.

Food quality is so good, I've tried a few different Pho orders which are all great and they offer…read moresome really fun cultural dishes that are hard to find elsewhere. Whether you take food to go or eat inside the location, service is always great!!

Vietnamese food in the Valley can be had, though it can be hard to find a good one. I was…read moreinterested in giving Pho Hoan My a try, and it was a disappointment to say the least. The staff member at the time thew the menu down at the table after seating me down - a classic experience (heh). I ordered a bun bo xao, and it came out. Overall, the dish was stacked with noodles but fairly plain. An aerial view photo doesn't do it justice, as this bowl was massive. The beef itself was flavored but wasn't too tasty, nothing the fish sauce helped with either. After the meal, I also enjoyed a cup of Vietnamese Iced Coffee, and this stuff was STRONG. I'm no stranger to this drink, but the coffee itself was fairly bitter and concentrated - more than normal. The condensed milk? Almost felt like a quarter can, too! Even after diluting it (through their ice) with half water, it was still too sweet and bitter - do not recommend. Paying was fairly easy, but it was through Zelle or cash - awkward! No credit card option available. Because of these experiences, I don't think I'll be back anytime soon.

My favorite sub spot in the valley!! I come here all the time and it never disappoints…read more The staff and owner are also another reason why I keep coming here! The service is amazing and they are all so sweet

Tried the 12" Da Rosa sub at Basil's Deli Cafe and overall it was pretty good. It comes with…read moresalami, turkey, pepperoni, pepperoncini, provolone, lettuce, tomato, red onion, deli sauce, and Italian dressing. The flavor combination worked really well and the ingredients tasted fresh. Compared to Cricca's Italian Deli, there was less meat, so it didn't feel quite as hearty. My main issue was that the sandwich was pretty dry. I ended up adding mayo and mustard myself to balance it out. I also noticed there wasn't an option to add mayo when ordering, and adding mustard was an extra $1, which felt a little excessive for a condiment. That said, the sandwich still tasted good overall and I'd probably come back to try one of their paninis since those might be a better fit for me.

I think I've found my new spot for Vietnamese food when visiting family in Porter Ranch…read more Don't be put off by the appearance of this restaurant that's located in a small strip mall because not all that glitters is gold and this place doesn't glitter but it's gold. Once you enter the restaurant, you'll notice that the inside won't win any beauty contests or score points for ambiance but the food here is delicious. My dad and I ordered a couple of egg rolls, a charbroiled beef with rice, and an extra large pho with rare steak, brisket and well done flank. The serving of pho was a generous amount that was befitting of the extra large portion. The broth was delicious and piping hot and I'm wishing I could have another bowl as I'm writing this review hours after having finished dinner there. The egg roll was delicious! The egg roll came with some mint leaves and that was such a great compliment of flavor when taking each bite of the egg roll. This was the first time a restaurant I've been to included mint leaves as a side to go with the egg roll and now I think I'm going to request that every time I order egg rolls anywhere else. The charbroiled beef with rice was good. It's a solid dish that deserves to be tried at least once and would be a fall back dish if you weren't looking to explore their extensive menu. Overall, I really enjoyed my meal and the service here was very good.

Fine, nothing special. If anything, a bit disappointed…read more Pho ga - 7.5/10 Solid chicken pho. Quite enjoyed it. A little lacking in the amount of chicken, especially for getting an XL. Only clean chicken breast, which is great. Vietnamese Crepe (banh xeo) - 0/10 Sucked, badly. Like, non-edible badly. Unfortunately disgusting. Don't get this here. I've had delicious Vietnamese crepe before at Jin Thai in Chicago. This isn't it. Greasy, gross, 3 shrimp (laughable), large slices of non cut pork, soggy, massive pile of bean sprouts and onions. Thai milk tea was tasty - boba inside could have been better. Inside was nice and bright. Service was good.

Recently went back to where it all started for me, Pho So 1. I was introduced to the Van Nuys…read morelocation almost 20 years ago. It has not changed, delicious as always. This time I got the Bahn Cahn noodle soup with shrimp. Good portion of thick rice noodles, lots of shrimp and a nice hearty tasty pork broth. there were so much shrimp, I was not able to eat all of them. And of course, you cannot forget the fried egg rolls. Love it that they give you all the fresh herbs, fresh veggies and pickled carrots and radish. Nowadays in Vietnamese restaurant's, you are very lucky if you get a small piece of lettuce for the egg rolls. I've been to all the LA county locations and they have been consistent and delicious.

Dear Pho So 1, I've…read morevisited your restaurant many times and have been satisfied with my experience about 90% of the time. Unfortunately, during this recent takeout order, I found a hair in my sweet sauce, which was very disappointing and completely ruined my appetite. I still ate my vermicelli dish and found it quite delicious, though I had to use soy sauce instead. I appreciate your consistently quick service and the great flavor of your pho, which is why I'm giving three stars. However, this experience with contamination was disappointing and not up to your usual standards.

Great food, cool staff Never disappoints…read more I love going there. Lunch and dinner is a winner

If you have a party of 1 to a party 30, Saigon Brother can easily accommodate you. Great service,…read moreclean, beautiful place and delicious food. my daughter and I recently went with my son and five of his college friends. My son lives in Eugene, Oregon and the Vietnamese restaurants (hard to find) does not compare to Saigon Brothers. When I asked my son what he wants to do for lunch, first thing that came out of his mouth was Saigon brothers. So I packed everyone in my car and off to Saigon Brothers we went. All his friends loved it, they said they wish they had this restaurant at their college. They'll be here for the summer and will be visiting Saigon Brothers several times with their family and friends. Thank you, Saigon brothers for always being awesome

Five stars all around! First off, the food is out of this world! So flavorful, so filling and I…read morestill wanted more. I got the lemongrass chicken and ate the entire sandwich! They accommodated my request and out the jalapeño on the side which added so much flavor. Most people came in and got it to go, but my daughter had an art class next door so I sat down for lunch. They have a few tables inside for dining in. My food was brought out very quickly and the ordering process was very easy. The parking lot was empty so that was nice. I can't wait to come back!

Taste: 4 Creativity/Authenticity: 4…read moreAtmosphere: 3.5 Service: 5 Bang for your buck: 3 I'm always on the hunt to find the best bahn mi In the valley and this place comes close!! The flavor is there, but the bread is not. Not saying it's bad, no this bahn mi hit the spot and the salt coffee amazing, glad I don't have to drive to Westminster just to get legit Vietnamese coffee lol! Service here is fast and overall price is fair for what you get 12" bahn mi with salt coffee for under $20 is what things are going for these days and it was filling. Thanks for the experience will be back for the coffee