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Pho 2012 Bistro

4.1 (410 reviews)
ModerateVietnamese
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PHO 2012 BISTRO ATMOSPHERE

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Casual
Quiet
Good for kids
Dogs allowed

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Sandra R.

Chicken pho tends to be high in sodium due to its broth, which usually contains added salt and seasonings for enhanced flavor. However, Pho 2012 Bistro on East La Palma strikes an ideal balance, utilizing a broth recipe that expertly tempers salt and condiments, resulting in a harmonious flavor profile that makes their pho a healthier option. Service is fast and accurate, and the restaurant is always clean with plenty seating.

Queena T.

Delicious pho Really nice girls that serviced us And friendly atmosphere It's in a nice plaza with plenty of parking midday Same plaza as in n out

Pho filet and pho tai chin
Julius Y.

Great food and great service! Waiter was very helpful in reccomendations. Super attentive as well. Nice restaurant for large groups and families. I would come here again.

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Luis B.

This place has become one of my favorite spots for pho and the lemon grass chicken. First let me start with the lemon grass chicken it is flavorful and the portions are generous. The chicken is soft and cooked to perfection. It is a flavor explosion after the first bite! The pho broth is also very tasty and the meats are clean and cooked to order. I have tried many places and this just became my number one spot. On service, be ready to wait a bit if it's busy. The people are really nice but they could use a hand in the front. If you have time and willing to wait on a busy night or lunch time then try it. You won't regret the $12.95 plate!

Michael T.

My barber recommended this place and he was raving about their crispy noodle. Since it's the wife's favorite we decided to give it a try. She got the vegetarian (tofu) crispy noodle and she said it ranks top of her list. Normally she leaves half for leftovers but not today. I always get combination pho wherever I go and the broth was one of the tastiest I have had. They gave a huge portion as well and like my wife I did not leave anything for leftovers. We also always start with the crispy egg rolls and TBH I don't think anyone can mess that up. So it's comparable to other good egg rolls I've had. What made it was the fish sauce, I don't know the ratio of lime, sugar and water they're using but it was perfect. Will be going here from now on as our go to Vietnamese spot.

Chicken 27.Blank Pho/ Pho Khong Thit
Jim T.

I come here often and I love the food. The chicken pho is excellent. Fresh chicken breast slices. They do not skimp. Egg rolls are amazing as well. You won't be disappointed.

Filet Fillet Mignon Beef Noodle Soup
Amanda H.

Filet mignon pho: 2.5/5 - very faint flavor. I think it's hard to mess up pho so I'm not sure why this had very little flavor. Edible though Pho ba (Chicken): 2/5 - also a very faint flavor. Tasted like an extremely light chicken soup. Vietnamese iced coffee w/ condensed milk: 3/5 - had a strong very dry taste in the mouth. I only drank a quarter of the drink. Service: 2/5 - nice waitress but she never checked on us once she delivered our food. We were the only customers in the restaurant. We had to walk up to her to ask for more napkins, water, to go boxes, and to pay. Overall, I'd give this place a 2 because the food wasn't really good and I don't think I'd come back. Doesn't taste bad but doesn't taste averagely good either.

Combination pho
migue s.

It's a really nice place , the soup taste pretty well and the fried rice combination is amazing my cowboarkers and me coome every Friday

Pho toppings and egg rolls
Michelle S.

The egg rolls were delicious. The pho was very good. I also like the seasonings and condiments they had.

#22 noodle soup and #24 24.Beef Meat Ball Noodle Soup/ Pho Bo Vien and a spring roll.
Lesley C.

The server is nice and music is great. The place is quiet and cozy vibe. We ordered the # 22 which is a rare beef, well done beef brisket meatballs with tripe and tendon noodle soup, and # 24 beef noodle soup which is the meatballs noodle soup. And yummy spring rolls.

22.Special Combination/Pho Dac Biet

Friendly service as soon I walked inside the door. The server sat ius to your table immediately. Very clean inside . First time coming to this restaurant with my wife.. just in the area getting your income tax' done and my wife saw the restaurant and we both got hungry. Food portions are great . It only took 5mins to get your food after placing the order.

Yong C.

This my favorite pho restaurant I like it very much. tasty and friendly service in yorba linda area

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Beverly C.

Wonderful customer service! Friendly and attentive staff! I believe Pho is the perfect meal to enjoy on a cold, rainy day or for those days that you may need a little pick-me-up. I like to order their P1 and make it a Special Combo: (beef broth, eye round, well-done brisket, tendon & tripe), 2 egg rolls & a soft drink. The broth always comes out piping hot, is very delicious, and I love that they provide you with a lot of the side veggies as well. The last time I dined here there was a sweet older gentleman who was so funny and making jokes with our table. He reminded us of an older uncle with his cheerful smile and "dad jokes." Overall, the ambiance is warm and inviting and the staff really treat you like family. I look forward to visiting more often.

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Rich Broth highly recommended meatball ! Huge egg roll ! Tastes really good. Kids like the noodles.

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Pho is delicious! Love the broth! Service is great and very fast. Ambiance is classic and relaxing! Love coming here for lunch!!

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We have been coming here for a while. Love their egg rolls, vermicelli and the pho tastes so good. We will definitely keep coming back.

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The customer service was so pleasant and the food was delicious. I will be coming back again.

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Have been regulars here . Love the pho and spring rolls ! Fast service as well. Very traditional spot . Nothing fancy just how we like it.

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My family has been coming here for years. We love the pho and even the other items on menus like the filet minion stir fry.

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Closed for good?

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Is the pho gluten free?

No sir! We only cook beef bones and well done brisket

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Good soup but they accept cash only!!! Be careful if you dine in here : no cash caution at cashier…read more I was lucky to have emergency cash to pay. What is it in 2026?!?!?!

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