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    J’s Pho and Cafe

    4.0 (92 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Sizzling Steak
    Amina S.

    I read all yelp reviews, saw the pictures then wondering why people didn't order these bomb dishes??? They make the best Banh Xeo in my opinion! You do not need to go to San Jose for it. Their sizzling steak? Super well cooked, yummy Pate, the bread was soft and paired well with everything in that dish. Service was awesome! It makes me feel like home . This is definitely one of the best Vietnamese food in Walnut Creek/East Bay area at the moment. Thank you for opening the store here. I will keep coming here forever. Thank you, Amina

    pho with steak, brisket and flank steak
    Emma J.

    Ok we are loyal to Kevin's down south in Walnut Creek, but wanted to investigate! Interior was quite nice and fancy, compared to most viet places i've tried. Service was nice as well. The egg rolls were very fried, but i guess that's what makes them good! The pho broth was very rich, but too rich that it was salty. I even poured some water to dilute it. What i loved was the meats they had, they weren't stingy. Everything was so tender and yummy! Overall we live closer to Kevin's so I think we'll stick to there, but if you're up north it doesn't hurt to try.

    Grilled Chicken Bahn Mi Sandwich
    Chastity V.

    4 stars for a superb Bahn Mi (Vietnamese sandwich)! Ordered take out at the counter on a Sunday before 7pm, and my sandwich was ready in 10 minutes. The Grilled Chicken sandwich was flavorful & delicious, on a Vietnamese baguette that had a satisfying crispy crunch to it. It was a good size and decent portion of food, as well. Minus one star for their pricing & payment policy. The menu lists the cash price for food items, which can be misleading if you're not paying attention to the policy sign in the restaurant (separate from the menu) or not reading the fine print on their website's menu. If you pay with credit card, they charge you 3% extra! Most people that I know don't often carry cash, myself included. I'll be back for another sandwich, but the pho here is already quite pricey at the cash price. There is indoor and outdoor seating. Getting a close parking spot can be tough.

    Drink menu

    This place is awesome! Such a wide variety and delicious pho! Plenty of seating and great ambiance. The service is fantastic! I would definitely recommend!

    Menu
    Everett L.

    Really friendly staffed outdoor seating so dog friendly. Has large tv inside for sports. Food is decent good flavor. Chicken wing is crispy but lacks flavors the rice plate is tasty.

    Coconut coffee
    Teressa T.

    This place was really good. I'm only giving it 4/5 stars since I was sick when I tried it. The pho broth is really good and don't forget to get the side of pickled onions! The coconut coffee was okay for me. Since I was sick it just tasted like sweet milk. The service was great. Everyone was very attentive. We had like 3 different people check on us every 15ish mins. The place also looks very clean and modern. Will definitely have to try this place again when I'm better!

    Ellen M.

    My coworker and I tried their Banh Mi yesterday. We were both disappointed. Thin Slices of meat, and lots of veggies for fillers for the price of almost $14 each. and Also when you pay card there is an additional %%%.

    Special Rice Combo
    Lili L.

    I've gone to this place 3 times since they've opened since I want to try everything on the menu. Genuinely nice Vietnamese people who share the love of food. I've brought friends and family here and everyone so far has loved the authentic food. Restaurant is very spacious and clean which is a huge bonus. Will definitely continue coming back and trying all the other items!!

    Chicken pho
    Alex M.

    A cold, overcast day calls for pho, and I've been looking forward to trying J's Pho Cafe, which had recently opened in the neighborhood. We arrived around lunchtime when the restaurant was bustling; fortunately, there was one available table right next to the door. It was a bit chilly sitting next to the open door, but we were grateful that we were able to be seated right away. We browsed the menu, which offered a variety of pho, rice plates, banh mi, and other Vietnamese dishes. I ordered the chicken pho because I was in the mood for something comforting but not too heavy. After placing our order, our food was brought out relatively quickly - along with a neat, wrapped bundle of utensils including chopsticks, a fork, a metal spoon, and a soup spoon. My pho was served with a plate of fresh toppings, including bean sprouts, cilantro, jalapeño, and lime. Upon adding in my toppings and a healthy drizzle of Sriracha, I dug into my noodles. While I sometimes find pho broth to be bland, this broth had a rich chicken flavor that was only enhanced by the lime and Sriracha. The chicken pieces were thinly sliced and tender, and there was a decent serving of vermicelli noodles. The other members of my party ordered the wonton soup and spicy beef soup specials, and they had no constructive feedback on their dishes. After we finished eating, it took a few attempts to catch a server's attention to get the bill. Meanwhile, a healthy line continued to form out the door. We left very satisfied after our lunch and are looking forward to our next visit.

    Pho broth that they told me was bun bo hue
    Chau N.

    Newer place so I tried to give them the benefit of the doubt. Called for to go order. Placed me on hold for 15 mins and forgot. We decided to just stop in to eat. Ordered pho and the bun Bo hue, they brought out the bowl in the photo and I said this is not bun Bo hue the server argues with me about how it is I said this smells like and is pho broth it only has the correct noodles and pork cake... Continued to say it is bun bo hue to me anyway. I stared at the person in disbelief and took the bowl and a guy runs out of the kitchen telling me that's not bun Bo hue only then did they correct it. It's embarrassing as a Vietnamese person to experience that type of engagement at a Vietnamese restaurant because how did you not know the difference? Was excited but not anymore. Still difficult to get someone on the phone today lol. Hopefully they can work through the kinks.

    Chicken wings plate with rice
    Jose O.

    I love J's Pho and Cafe. I think I've been there now 4 times since they opened and I'm planning on making this my regular spot for Vietnamese. I had the chicken pho which was flavorful and well spiced and a generous portion. The Vietnamese crepe was crispy and delicate and I loved the shrimp. The chicken wings were crunchy and really well seasoned too. The service was pretty good. They're still working the kinks out since they're new but food comes out fast and the server was attentive. I'm hoping to try everything on the menu as soon as I can. Highly recommend! So good to have a new Vietnamese place in the neighborhood.

    The pho special!
    Dave N.

    Love their pho. They make the sliced meat and tendon chunks like the way my parents did. Great broth flavor.

    BBQ pork Bahn mi
    Ang S.

    We returned on a weekday and are happy to update our review to five stars. The service was noticeably faster, our children were thoughtfully provided water in lidded cups, and the staff was both kind and attentive. The food was delicious, and we look forward to returning. We spent over $100 for a family of four, and were pleasantly surprised to receive a 10% discount. While prices are on the higher side, the overall experience and quality make it worthwhile - we will definitely be back.

    Large portions of the special. It could feed a family of 4 decently...or a very large person singularly.

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    Pho was wonderful! Very friendly and attentive staff. Definitely the secret spot! I will definitely recommend!

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    Friendly staff, great food, and very calming ambiance. Definitely coming back next time!!

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    The food was good. Really enjoyed the egg roll, spring roll and pho. The service was incredibly excellent!! Will definitely come back.

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