Pleasantly surprised by this spontaneous lunch option we came across in Hutto. After a brief…read morereview of the menu, I decided on the pad thai. This was made with just the right amount of spice!! Fresh shrimp and grilled chicken. Delicious!! The host/waitress/server was super friendly. This might be a hidden gem, located next to the good will in the strip mall.

I've given this place a few chances and at this point I they will never ever get my money again I…read moreordered egg foo young, egg foo young gravy was like water and no flavor and NO rice with my order. They are extremely inconsistent.

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.

Always on the search for a good Vietnamese restaurant. Heard about this one and finally got to…read morecheck it out. Upon arrival, it was quite busy. I put my name down in the wait list and sat next door in the tea shop. They are connected. It's a decent size location and a bit noisy, but the food makes you forget how loud it is. Once we were seated, our server approached us right away. They are all attentive. We ordered the egg rolls and pho. Both were delicious. Soup is flavorful and they are generous with their steak and tendon portions. We will be back to try some more items on the menu.

I can't say more about a Chinese Vietnamese restaurant that delivers to a like a 10 mile radius at…read moreall the most necessary hours of the day or night Price is always great no matter the dish The inside is really fun and cute extremely clean Such happy smiling service no matter dine in or to go DO NOT FORGET A BOBA OR TARO MILK TEA - even if you get it delivered! F yes !

I don't know what happened over the past couple years (new ownership or management?), but the…read morequality of the food has really gone south. I've had their milk tea/bona that takes like soap (did they not rinse out their machines?), and their sesame chicken tastes like something you buy from the grocery store and reheat in the oven.. Fortune House is no longer my go-to place unfortunately (no pun intended). The other Chinese place in this same strip mall is my all-time local favorite.

Fast and friendly service, delicious hot food and yummy Thai tea!! The atmosphere is welcoming and…read morehomey

I've been going to Pho Viet for many years, it has been my go to for Vietnamese food. For some…read morereason it's not as good as it used to be. The egg rolls were fine but not great and the garlic chicken noodles were fine but not great. Think I'm going to pass on going back.

Austin's Vietnamese food scene over the years has been lacking but year after year, more authentic…read morespots are opening and my search for the best authentic Vietnamese restaurant is finally complete. Austin's 100% authentic Vietnamese restaurant. Bun Bo Hue: chewy noodles, fresh big chunks of pork and soft beef. The bowl is made the way I would make it at home, tons of meat. For less than $16, it's the best value to dollar to meal in my opinion more than pho or ramen. It is a bowl full of dark and light spicy flavors of soup. Fresh toppings on top, a big piece of pork blood cake. It's as good as Houston BBH. The banh cuon, man, taste like Vietnam. Fresh fresh fresh rice rolls, not too oily which I appreciate, nice textures of the ground pork which is nicely seasoned, sliced woodear mushrooms, and crispy onions on top. The bean sprouts are nicely steamed and sliced cucumbers add a warranted cooling taste. The nuoc mam for me I want to be saltier, garlic, fish sauce but I can add more spice from the bottles on the table. When you take in a bite of the rice roll, dipped in nuoc mam, it's a taste of Vietnam street food. Plus finish it off with a fresh blanched bean sprout. The price point less than $15 is worth it. Now let's talk about my all time favorite, banh knot. Fried little cakes filled with shrimp, a little bit of coconut milk, green onions and it's a little cup of goodness. Add some nuoc mam and it holds it in the cake. It comes with fresh lettuce, sliced cucumbers, and carrots. Roll it into a little roll, bite into the cake and bite into the vegetable lettuce wrap. It's all time goodness. A 1000% must try. Btw, the dining room and all the utensils are very clean. The plates are also spotless.

Saigon 512 is amongst the top rated Vietnamese restaurants in the Austin-Metro area! I've been…read morecoming here occasionally the past few years (before and after their renovation) and leave satisfied every time. I uploaded their recent menu items as they have a new staff and are still in the process of training them to serve their whole menu again. My personal favorites that I get on rotation each time I come are the Banh Cuon w/ Pork (Vietnamese Rice Cake), Large Banh Xeo (w/ no squid), and Com Ga Di Bo (Rice Plate w/ Boiled Chicken). I always order a side of Goi Cuon Nem Nuong with my respective entree as well. The Sugar Cane Juice is absolutely delicious, fresh, and not too sweet. The service here is always friendly, attentive, and timely. Nice relaxing atmosphere with television and restaurant music for your dining experience. Definitely recommend for all my fellow Vietnamese food lovers!

I'm blown away with the food here!!!! Incredible experience. I am your new regular!! Quality of the…read morefood is undeniable. Wonderful job today!

Wow. Wow. Wow. Hands down some of the best vermicelli bowls I've ever had. It's a small space…read morewith some seating, and the sign outside is unassuming. The food is V-ery good! I tried: - the grilled pork and egg roll vermicelli bowl: the pork was tender and super flavorful; the egg roll was cut up into bite sized pieces, and added a yummy crunch - the grilled tofu vermicelli bowl: absolutely delicious! If you're unsure of tofu, try this - the tofu is marinated and has a firm, slightly crisp texture. For beverages: - the unsweetened iced Jasmine tea was super refreshing - the Thai iced tea was a 10/10! Strong tea flavor, and not overly sweet. Would love to come back and try their banh mi.

Extremely underwhelming quality... I had 3 hairs in my food. The meat was dry. The salad leaves…read morewere not fresh. I won't be ordering food again. I came a few years ago with a similar experience and hoped things had changed, but it hadn't.

We have been getting to-go food from this place for years since it's close to our house…read more Staff were friendly and their to-go service (call in for pickup) was pretty quick, however the portion size is on a smaller scale. We've never dined in but came in to order to go once when it was not busy, and the inside smelled like a nail salon (it seems their ventilation system might not be good if the next door nail salon smells leak into their restaurant). My husband likes their vermicelli noodles, rice dish, and pho, but I prefer their Bún bò Huế (wish they had pork hocks/pork legs, and bigger chunks of blood cakes) though. All in all, it's a decent place for a Vietnamese food/noodle without having to drive further into Austin.

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)

Great Vietnamese restaurant along the North Austin / South Round Rock border!…read more I feel like I'm back in Southern California here at this Mom and Pop Pho spot. Get that traditional Vietnamese aesthetic vibes here. Great Pho, friendly service, and fairly priced. I always get the Pho Dac Biet (Combination Pho) with no tripe, added meatballs (about $2.50), and size large (about $1.50). Food comes out at a fast rate and is delicious. Definitely recommend!

Arrived too early for hotel checkin at Townplace Suites next door, so we had lunch while room was…read morebeing cleaned. About lunch time on a weekend and place was filled. Very efficient with seating, plenty of parking, nice menu even on a hot day in Austin. Vietnamese coffee was exceptional. Had two dishes, both excellent and ate only half. Very fresh sprouts, good proteins and noodles.