Pho #1

I wanted to like this place so badly based off of the reviews and there being limited pho…read morerestaurants around. The owner is very friendly but the Pho is unfortunately the worst I've ever had (I've had pho more times than I count across more than 7 different states) and our experience, aside from our interaction with the owner, was subpar. To start, the restaurant itself is very hot, no AC, just fans. The walls and tables were dirty and greasy. Looks like a hole in the wall place, which gave me hope that the pho would taste authentic but I was severely mistaken. Also, because of the no AC they had the doors open which led to flies landing on our food and water as well as being splashed by the pouring rain coming into the restaurant. Our waitress did not pay much attention to us and when asking her the difference between some of the pho options she said "I don't know because there's nothing on the menu that I like" LOL she also complained that the owner was "cheap" when explaining that they don't have an ice machine and she would have to crush up ice in a towel using a hammer. Anyway, my husband and I were willing to overlook all of this if the Pho was worth it. We both got the Pho Bo (beef noodle soup) and he got his spicy. If you've never had authentic pho, you might like it. However, if you've have good Pho before, you will most likely not enjoy this. It was the blandest greasiest broth I had ever had. It didn't even taste like pho. At all the pho restaurants I've ever been to, they provide extra garnishes like lime, jalapeño, bean sprouts etc. We did not get anything other than the limes I asked for my water because they didn't have lemon. They didn't even give us spoons for the broth, I had to ask for them. Both my husband and I ate less than half of our small bowls before we decided to just leave. It's a shame because the owner is incredibly friendly but we will not be returning.

Saigon Pho is honestly a really good find, especially for Brunswick. The pho broth is rich and…read moreflavorful, the portions are generous, and everything tastes fresh and made with care. It's definitely more of a small, family-run spot than a trendy restaurant, but that's part of the charm. The service is great and they cook everything fresh. For a town like Brunswick, having pho this authentic and consistently good is kind of a hidden gem.

Brisket pho

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Spring rolls with peanut sauce

Island Pho & Bubble Tea

4.2(175 reviews)

6.4 mi

Had a craving for Asian food on a late Sunday evening so decided to try this place. The place was…read moreslow with one other table with customers, We were greeted by our server and ordered promptly. We chose the Pad See Ew with pork and Basil Ground Pork and egg. The food came out piping hot and fresh. Both dishes were tasty and reasonably nice portions. The Pad See Ew did not have a lot of pork, however it was fresh and good flavor. I ordered medium spicy and it came out perfect. The Basil ground pork dish had a lot of green beans and not much of the basil flavor I expected but it was fresh and flavorful. I would probably hold the green beans next time but that's my preference. Overall, everything was very good and hit the spot. I would like to try some other dishes next visit. I would give it a strong 4.2 if I could rate in between 4 and 5. Also note our service was excellent and the server made numerous visits to check on us. Thanks

I have eaten at hundreds of Asian restaurants in my life. This was absolutely the worst- bar none…read more Here is the recipe: steam vegetables for a few minutes until they are not steamed at all. Drop them in a can of coconut milk. Pair it with the cheapest quality of rice on the market (Uncle Ben?). Call it Panang curry. I had to throw it away, and for me to throw away food it must be absolutely stomach-turning. The young lady at the register had a slight accent, and in order to do pleasant small talk I asked her where she was from, having an accent myself. I thought we may be from the same country. She said she could not reveal private information. That was absolutely weird, also considering that customers receipts, including their signatures and how much they tipped, are pasted by the register. An absolute and far more serious violation of customers' privacy. But, if we stick to the food only, it's an absolutely must avoid. Minus 10 stars. That bad and worse.

Island Pho located between Fuse and the Growler

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Inside. Seating available at tables and booths!

Le Banh-Banh Mi Sandwiches

4.6(108 reviews)

64.4 mi

So so good! I've walked past this place so many times and decided to stop in today. It's really…read morecute inside! You order at a little kiosk, don't forget your number on the screen after you pay as that's how they announce your order is ready. I had the lemongrass chicken bowl, it was full of flavor and also the iced orange tea that was tasty and refreshing. I've already texted my husband to tell him about it and will 100% be going back. I love to find these cute little restaurants downtown.

if you work a corporate job downtown and need a quick decent lunch this is the place to go…read more if you are looking for good, homemade, authentic vietnamese food I would skip this place. No one takes your order. You use an ipad. the food is premade and you just watch as they slap your meal together. so yea. have your expectations set if you decide to come here

Interior

Tofu banh mi

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Iced Vietnamese Coffee with boba pearls!

Basil Thai & Sushi

3.9(182 reviews)

4.3 mi

Unfortunately, this was a subpar experience for a restaurant that specializes in sushi. The hours…read moreposted on the door were inaccurate, and after being seated we were informed that the kitchen would be closing in five minutes. The food was underwhelming from the start. The edamame seemed as though it had been cooked earlier and simply reheated before being served. The sushi rolls appeared hastily assembled, and the avocado was overly mushy. The spicy tuna roll was unusual, consisting of plain tuna with sriracha drizzled on top rather than a traditional spicy tuna mixture. The California roll was generic and forgettable. The Philly roll was the best item we tried, but the smoked salmon tasted as though it may not have been at its freshest. Service was acceptable--nothing particularly bad, but nothing that stood out either. Overall, the experience did not live up to expectations, and there are better sushi options available for the price.

Family was looking for sushi and since our favorite place is closed on Sundays, we thought we would…read moretry this place. We are visiting from out of town, but family members assured us this was a good place too. We were seated in a lovely place by the door, with views outside. Unfortunately NOBODY came to take any order for almost 20 minutes and this was after we alerted the host. Overall the food was great, but the service was so bad. The server blamed it on the kitchen, but the place was not busy when we arrived and maybe the kitchen would not be backed up if the servers took care of their tables in a timely manner. Never going back.

Dinning room

Crunch Roll

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Sunday Sunday

4.5(118 reviews)

64.3 mi

The grits really are THAT good! They are not messing around back there in that kitchen, I can tell…read moreyou that. The place is beautiful, and the service was lovely. Let March and Q fill you in on what's good. They didn't steer us wrong one bit. Thank y'all! Love from NY!

I'm always on the hunt for memorable dining experiences, and Sunday Sunday definitely delivered…read more We managed to snag a last-minute reservation on Resy for dinner on the 4th of July, and I'm so glad we did. My husband had been wanting to try this place for a while, and it absolutely lived up to the hype. The atmosphere is dimly lit, intimate, and incredibly romantic... even though we brought our 10-year-old daughter along with her tablet. lol. The staff couldn't have been more welcoming, and we felt comfortable from the moment we walked in. The menu is unique and thoughtfully curated, but they were kind enough to make an off-menu lemon butter penne for our daughter, which she happily devoured. My husband and I shared the whole fried branzino, and it was the star of the meal...perfectly crispy on the outside, tender and flaky inside, and incredibly fresh. We paired it with a Caesar salad, which was simple and delicious. For drinks, I enjoyed a refreshing rosé while my husband ordered the Blood Orange Martini. Both were excellent and complemented the meal perfectly. The highlight of the evening, though, was our server, James. He brought such fun, positive energy to the table. We joked around with him throughout the night, and every time he stopped by to check on us, we found ourselves laughing. Service like that makes a great meal even more memorable. If you're looking for a romantic dinner spot with exceptional food, creative cocktails, and genuinely outstanding service, Sunday Sunday is absolutely worth a visit. We'll definitely be back.

Beautifully designed

Avo Toast with eggs

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A new twist on banana pudding.

Pho Nghĩa

4.2(81 reviews)

43.9 mi

Out of all the restaurants Ive tried pho, this spot is my favorite. The broth is amazing. The owner…read moreand his wife service is amazing everything about this restaurant I love.

Very good place all around! Best tasting broth, fast service, a real hole in the wallread more

From the back wall ...

The window

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Spicy noodles

Drunken Noodle

3.9(65 reviews)

30.3 mi

Food is always good and consistent. This is one of our favorite Asian restaurants where the staff…read moreis friendly.

Second chance worse than the first one I came in by myself and I could literally hear them…read morefighting over who is going to wait on me because neither one of them wanted to I am a server and I tip very well typically 30%+ I won't be back

Sushi bar

Vegetable roll

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Bento

Viet Kitchen

4.6(34 reviews)

81.6 mi

Food and service were great. One of the best pho experiences ever…read more We will definitely be back!!!

The service was amazing, the owner (I assume) was so sweet and she talked to us a lot and I loved…read morehaving a conversation with her, she talked to me like her daughter, not to mention that our waiter was really nice too. The food was also really really good, I got bún chả hà nội and it was soooo good, and the portions were really good, I have leftovers for tomorrow. It was really good pork and the sauce she gave us that she made herself went really good with it, it was delicious. I'll absolutely come back tomorrow and so on. The place was very clean and nice, too, not loud or anything.

Dining room

Grilled Pork Chop

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Front Entrance

Pho 25

4.3(66 reviews)

59.1 mi

Me and my friend had a great experience! We're big pho lovers, and this place definitely delivered…read more The meat was juicy and tender, and they were very generous with the portions. On top of that, the customer service was excellent, friendly, attentive, and welcoming. We'll definitely be coming back!

Delish! I've been looking for a place with bun bowls, vermicelli bowls, that offer a combo option…read moreof pork, shrimp, and egg rolls - pho 25 had it! It's in the same lot as the super Kroger, and they offer several authentic Vietnamese dishes and drinks. The food is fresh and priced well. The inside is very clean and the staff is friendly, great variety of music too. I ordered to go, and everything was great - I got limade, salt and pepper squid, a combo bun bowls, and a combo rice plate. SO GOOD! The portions were huge! Give this place a try, you won't be disappointed.

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Saigon Cafe

4.3(218 reviews)

81.2 mi

Great lunch options. Delicious and great service. Little gem in Bluffton. The wonton soup broth…read morewas perfectly balanced.

Loved the wonton soup- light wrapper, tasty meat and nice little roasted garlic pieces ; the lunch…read moredeal is very reasonable and includes both. I did not care for my ginger chicken- more like garlic chicken and I never tasted any ginger. Waitress was very nice.

Entrance

Shrimp salad

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Large pho bowl (rare meat flank and meatballs) and two vegetable spring rolls

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Derrick W.

19

38

28

8 years ago

I'm from Washington state and I have been eating at various Vietnamese Pho restaurants for about twelve years consistantly and I have to say that cleanliness of the tables between customers could be better, also my cup had dried food on it (probably from someone else's lips), the floor looked dirty, even their mini van they had parked right in front of the restaurant that I had to squeeze by in my car was dirty, no obvious reason why using a parking space was such a bad idea to them. The restaurant is attached to their store also which seems a bit out of the ordinary. I ate twice at this place back in 2007 and it was much cleaner and arranged and the service was a lot better, my how times change, now it looks like a curio shop with tables in it. While I'm eating, I see unfinished shelving on the floor against the wall, I order a bowl of Pho and two spring rolls, the spring rolls arrive much later than my noodle soup. The spring rolls are supposed to be the appetizer. Let me rewind to the beginning here, I first arrive and I don't know whether to sit or go to the register because no one is saying anything, so I wait at the register. The person serving everyone is in her own world, I ask if I am supposed to sit somewhere, she tells me to find a table and she also didn't seem to be knowledgable on the menu. So my Pho comes out and it looks good, it came with mostly everything including the Mung bean sprouts, but what threw me off was the Cilantro instead of Thai Basil. I never had Pho with Cilantro, I've eaten Pho all over Washington state, California, even Germany and Amsterdam, and all had Thai Basil. Maybe it's a supply issue here in Southern Georgia. It's okay for a first timer I guess, my biggest issue was the cleanliness which can easily be fixed, I remembered this place being better eleven years ago, what happened? read more

Saul M.

43

5

0

2 years ago

Pho#1 consistently delivers exceptional pho that stands out for its rich and flavorful broth. The balance of spices and herbs creates a perfect harmony, making each spoonful a delight. The noodles are always perfectly cooked, and the generous portions of fresh, tender meat and crisp vegetables add to the overall satisfaction. The consistency in quality ensures that every visit is a great experience. Whether you're a pho enthusiast or a first-timer, Pho#1 is a must-visit for a delicious and comforting bowl of pho. read more

Cathy M.

155

1

0

9 years ago

This restaurant is delicious and affordable... a college kid's dream come true! Huge portions, delicious pho (pronounced "fuh"), bubble tea, and a cute little Asian store next door. It's a hole in the wall, hidden Brunswick gem. 6 out of 5 stars, but it won't give me that option. read more

Niki F.

0

1

0

9 years ago

I had lunch here today, and it was wonderful. They have done a wonderful job preparing the dishes. The pork and shrimp dishes we got were to die for.....it hit the spot and Was so good, I will be back for some more. They even opened early for us. I can't thank them enough. read more

Andy A.

25

1

0

8 years ago

My wife & I discovered this place a few months ago. Mr Ma and his sweet wife Yuhong are gracious hosts and their food is Outstanding! We go there everytime we're in Brunswick for Lunch or Dinner. Highly recommend them! Andy & Jing Alford read more

John C.

0

1

0

8 years ago

My visit was nice, I normally go to use their free WiFi. I decided to check out their menu one night and got the house fried rice. It tastes great and they gave me a large portion. The lady I spoke with was very nice and helpful. read more

Jennifer F.

22

1

0

10 years ago

My husband and I eat there all the time, the rice is awesome and the shrimp, the egg rolls, all of it! They are the nicest people you could meet! We love it! We ate there tonight! read more

Crissy F.

0

2

0

9 years ago

the food is amazing and the owners are extremely nice. everytime my wife and i go in they make us feel extremely welcome. my favorite pho restaurant in the city. read more

Han Jean C.

0

1

2

3 years ago

The best beef pho in town!!! Big portion of noodles soup with fresh beef on top! Spring rolls is so refreshing!! There is an asian market located next door! read more

Dahiana M.

0

1

3 years ago

The food was amazing the lady is really nice she is always friendly and the restaurant is great the boba y really

Jake S.

0

1

0

10 years ago

Great food! The service and staff are very kind, and especially generous with the serving size of food!

Danielle J.

0

16

0

9 years ago

Super good! Don't overlook this place. I was excited to find such a good place in Brunswick.

KJ K.

0

37

0

9 years ago

DIRTY!! This place is terrible! Stay far far away. Food is bad and the place is just gross.

Chenkang W.

0

1

0

9 years ago

The restaurant is very good. It has a lot of special food. The price is also very good!

Renee B.

0

1

0

3 years ago

Food is great. Very reasonably priced. Amazing coffee!

James J.

0

29

0

11 years ago

Really tasty, but not a lot of ambience.

Serin P.

0

1

0

9 years ago

Wonderful place with lot of fun. Serin read more

Robert K.

0

25

1

6 years ago

Excellent! Great food and service!

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The inside and the outside are both beautiful! We really enjoyed the environment here-…read moreWe started with the Tom Ka soup. It was excellent! I loved every bite! We also had the drunken noodles and the Thai spaghetti! We loved both dishes,and would definitely order them again! The star of the show was the Panang Curry! So full of flavor! We would all look forward to coming here again!

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