This newly opened Vietnamese restaurant caught my eye a few times since it's located right next to 99 Ranch at Oakridge Mall. Finally decided to give it a try! The staff were polite and friendly, which made for a pleasant first impression. I ordered noodles and an egg roll. The egg roll presentation was nicely done, though I found the portion a bit small. That said, the fish sauce was flavorful and complemented it well. The noodle soup came in a reasonable portion for the price. I really liked the broth -- clean, light, and tasted like it didn't rely heavily on MSG, which I appreciate. Looking forward to coming back to try their rice dishes next time. Solid 3.5 stars for now! read more

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Pretty exciting to have a Vietnamese food option at the mall! For a new Pho restaurant in town, the food prices is pretty reasonable, but you get what you pay for because the food portions are smaller than other places. The Pho is good not great for me. I ordered the Pho Dac Biet and didn't feel like I got the Dac Biet experience because there just wasn't enough meat and it all got lost in the broth. The meat tasted fine though. The broth smelled lovely, but on the sweeter side, and tasted little bit sweeter than I like. I also tried the fish sauce chicken wings and although the wings were small, the chicken wings were fried to perfection and the sauce tasted pretty well-balanced. I wouldn't go out of my way to eat here, but if I was shopping, hungry, and craving for Vietnamese food, I would stop by to check out the other Vietnamese food options they have. read more

Very conveniently located across Ranch 99. Before the grocery shopping, we stopped by this brand new, nicely remodeled establishment on a cold day. Their pho hits the spot but what we liked the most was their fresh wrap. The rice paper was very soft and the peanut sauce was so delicious! The wait staffers were efficient and attentive. They brought a side soup with my cold noodles gladly when asked. They also have an extensive drink menu. I liked the coconut coffee. read more

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Came with my toddler for dinner. We were already coming to the mall and it was cold outside so what better than having some pho. We were seated right away. I wish they had a kids bowl. Their bowls are a little pricey. Im not sure if its because they are in the mall or what. The pho was ok, it definitely satisfied a craving. Maybe I'll back with my husband to try it. read more

Pho 408 - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

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Food - The menu offers a solid selection, extending from appetizers to pho and drinks. Portions are generous, and the food is consistently delicious. We tried the pho with a large beef rib, spring rolls with a flavorful peanut sauce, and dry noodles with BBQ pork and an egg roll--everything we ordered was excellent. Service - Prompt and efficient. Ambience - Plenty of seating is available both indoors and on the patio. The restaurant is conveniently located inside the Westfield Oakridge mall. read more

Pho 408 - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

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PHO - AMAZING. Some of the best broth I've had Meat - tender Service - great 1 deducted star because they use hot soup in a plastic bowl. We want to come back, but please change to GLASS bowls! I understand it could be heavy but for health safety hot piping soup should never be in plastic. read more

Super excited to try this new place and it did not disappoint. We sat at the bar and ordered more than we needed but we wanted to try our normal favs from other places to compare. The service was friendly. Food came out fresh and quickly. There's lots of places to sit both inside and out. read more

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Good Food always starts with Good Service! We were greeted by Tran, the waitress there. She is super nice and friendly who actually knows everything on the menu and how it tastes. Pho is the must try. Banh Mi Chao is the second if you like to dip Banh Mi in the hot pan with lots of flavored "proteins" :) The pancake "Banh Xeo" is good too, but if you don't like oily, skip it :) The shaking beef garlic noodles is not much noodles :) but plenty of beef :) Chinese Donuts is good too The Pineapple Sugarcane is too sweet, lack of sour :) just squeeze 2 lime slices : perfect read more

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Saw this place open up inside Oakridge Mall and thought it seemed promising. The restaurant looked nice/modern and the menu had a lot of different items to choose from. Service was good and it seemed like all the staff were trying really hard to provide the best service they can with it being a new restaurant. Pho Tai Bo Vien (4/5): Good noodle portion with a ton of meat. Price is reasonable as well. The biggest critique I have is that the broth was too sweet. I think it is better to have the broth be more beef-y to bring out that meat flavor. read more

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Both food and service are fast. Everything is seasoned fairly simply - I couldn't taste more than salt and maybe pepper. But there also seemed to be some additional flavor (maybe the oil). It's all delicious, especially the Saigon sizzling pancake appetizer (A7). The particular crisp of the pancake was very satisfying. I also ordered the Viet royal family fried rice (PF3) which came with a lot of shrimp and shreds of real crab meat. The texture of the fried rice was excellent (fluffy). My mom ordered the vegetarian chow fun (PF9) and liked how thick and substantial the tofu slices were. read more

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Servers are nice but its obvious they're new to the industry. I do wish they would warn customers that fresh noodles is a extra charge. Not a big deal to me since thats now the norm but it gives a false sense that its free. Got the Pho Dac Biet. The broth is good and I think would be a strong contender if it was in Little Saigon. The flavor is distinct and I can't really compare it to any other restaurant. Price point is pretty standard. I think this is the best pho restaurant in South San Jose right now. This is my new go to Pho if I'm not in East Side SJ. read more

Pho 408 - Pho Dac Biet - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

Me and my family stopped by over the weekend to check this place out. As expected for a new spot, the service was great. Everyone was friendly and helpful. The renovations towards the interior decorating is much nicer than the previous place. We ordered a few bowls of pho, some chicken wings, and a couple drinks. The pho was a bit too sweet for our taste and didn't have the pho flavor we were hoping for. There's only one bowl size, and they charge $1.50 extra for fresh noodles. The meat portion was fine, but nothing special. The chicken wings were actually really good, crispy and juicy. But at that price for just four wings, it felt kind of steep. What really stood out were the drinks. They seem to be working with local spots like La Ca Phê, and their egg cream coffee was a nice surprise--tasty and reasonably priced. They also had a good rau má (pennywort drink) and fresh sugarcane juice, which we all enjoyed. Overall, the drinks and friendly staff are the highlights here. I do hope they stick around because big menus at new places always make me nervous about the restaurant's longevity, as the previous places closed here. read more

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A newly opened Vietnamese pho restaurant. The place is clean and spacious, and the staff are fairly friendly. Pho Noodle - 3/5 We ordered the No.1 Special Pho and the No.12 Beef Ball Pho. The server enthusiastically told us they offer both regular and fresh noodles. The fresh noodles are the wide, flat, and soft kind, so we immediately chose those. What the server didn't mention--or perhaps deliberately left out--was that fresh noodles cost an extra $1.5 per bowl. So when we were unexpectedly charged extra at checkout, it definitely left a bad impression. That said, the pho itself was actually quite tasty. The broth was rich without being overly salty, and the noodles did have a nice texture just like the server described. However, the portion size was shockingly small. Saigon Sizzling Pancake - 1/5 It was a very thin pancake with just a tiny bit of seafood. The pancake was basically soaked in oil and had no flavor at all. If you're someone who enjoys drinking oil and eating food with no taste, go ahead and try it. Otherwise, definitely skip this dish. Overall, the portion sizes are too small and the prices are on the high side. I don't think I'll be coming back. read more

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Glad to see a new pho shop opening in the mall. We arrived at 5 Thursday night but the is place got popular pretty fast after that.. They have variety of food and pretty innovative about the drinks. We ordered pho, kabobs, the sauce and flavor are good. They even have agedashi tofu! The food cost is decent. The service is diligent and friendly while the servers kept checking on us. I see a lot of families with kids come here. The environment is vivid and cozy. read more

Pho 408 - Kabob - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

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Had to check out this new Pho spot. The service was fast and friendly. They have both indoor and outdoor seating. There is even a cute bar counter area where you can eat or just enjoy a beverage. The prices are reasonable and the portions are large. We can't wait to go back and try more! read more

Pho 408 - Pho with chicken - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

I was working a wedding in San Jose and needed to charge my car. So, I stopped by the mall and to my surprise, there was a Vietnamese restaurant right next to the chargers. I looked at the menu and saw a photo of their Bánh Xèo, and oh my goodness... it looked so good I had to try it. When it came out, I couldn't believe how perfectly cooked it was. Crispy on the outside, fresh and flavorful inside. It honestly took me back to my time in Vietnam. I haven't found a Bánh Xèo this good anywhere in San Francisco! The Vietnamese ice coffee had the perfect balance of which coffee and creamy condensed milk. It was packaged in the cutest little cup with a heart stopper. Such a thoughtful, detail-orientated touch. The staff was so kind and welcoming, and the restaurant itself was spacious with a lovely outdoor patio. I highly, highly recommend this spot. I'd drive all the way back just for that Bánh Xèo! read more

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Best pho in San Jose! I have eaten at all pho restaurants and this is definitely my new favorite. Their other dishes also look great (#54 Com Nieu is on point). Dessert che might seem a bit pricey but big enough for 2. Nice owner, friendly staff. Check it out if you're near Oak Ridge or grocery shopping at Ranch 99 across. read more

Pho 408 - Tofu passion fruit - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

It kept coming up on my list and looked good. We gave to try it. We ordered a Bahn Mi Chao Bo combo, Bahn Xeo, Egg rolls, Special pho, Crispy chicken pho and two beverages. Bahn mi chao combo came completely OVERCOOKED even I asked DoNot Over Cooked. I asked to have medium rare. I could not eat the meat at all, and furthermore, No server available after they brought out food. They never checked over 20 minutes. I could not even have a water to refill. Other dishes were not bad. But not sure if I would be back. read more

What a yummy pho spot. I had the rib pho and it was so good, didn't even need to add Sriracha because the broth was so comforting. The staff was so nice and checked in on us several times. Definitely returning to try the Banh Mi. read more

Pho 408 - Rib pho - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

My husband and I went there for lunch today and we both had a combo sizzling plate that came with broth, baguette and salad. It was absolutely delicious! The portion was also on the bigger size. Service was good too. First timers and we will be back! read more

Surprisingly a really good pho place! I didn't expect too much since it's at the mall. My husband got pho dac viet and I got the #34 Bo Ne dish. We've gotten the vermicelli noodle bowl as take out too. If you're looking for a good pho place In The blossom hill, Santa Teresa, branham, Camden area t's the best spot. Otherwise you just gotta drive up to east San Jose or Milpitas for same quality. Prices are similar to other pho places . read more

We tried this restaurant and it was super good! Great service and efficient as well. There are several waiters attending to one table so we always get what we need right a way. The were very accommodating since we suddenly had an urgent matter and had to quickly pack things up to leave. They brought everything out for us to pack as soon as we let them know. I got the Vietnamese sizzling pancake and it was quite good there. Also got a Short Ribs Pho and it was very tender fall off the bones good . read more

We had crispy chicken pho and beef rib pho. They smelled very nice which were different from those of other pho houses. The food were tasty. It's crispy chicken wasn't crispy style. The beef rib was really good. The meat fell off the bone easily. And, I don't feel thirsty after having its pho. Unfortunately, it doesn't offer egg noodles for selections and no seafood pho, either. The staff were friendly and nice. I asked which dishes were popular. He answered me "all" which was very well trained by the restaurant but not really helpful for new customers. The space between tables in this restaurant were good. However, we happened to have a screaming kid on next table. It is difficult for me to say the noise level was good. I recommend this restaurant. I intend to try its other dishes. read more

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Love this pho spot! No.14 on the menu is our family's absolute favorite, pairing with their limited fresh flat noodle Staff are all super friendly and nice, this place is also always clean, big plus for any restaurant! And you get the convenience of doing your grocery at the ranch 99 just across from this place and the whole mall if you feel like talking a walk after all the yummy food I hope they keep up with this awesome quality and stay open for many many years forward. read more

A fantastic spot for authentic Vietnamese cuisine. Standout dish: the oxtail pho, with its fall-off-the-bone meat and richly flavorful broth. Their sizzling bowl is a showstopper, served with a variety of proteins -- one of the meatiest dishes I've had in a while. Another must-try is the seafood crepe, featuring crispy dough topped with fresh, well-seasoned shrimp and squid, paired with herbs and fish sauce for the perfect bite. Portions are generous, and everything tastes fresh. The service is incredibly friendly and accommodating. They even remembered us when we came back for takeout and were genuinely excited to see us again. Really lovely staff. The location is convenient, and there's outdoor seating too. read more

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Had an excellent time dining here for the first time with family! We dined here during their dinner rush on a Sunday evening around 5 pm! Their indoor seating area was packed with about a 20 person party, but they have a spacious patio area. Our party of 3 was sat immediately! It's a packed interior dining room with lots of waiters going back and forth from the kitchen, while taking orders, bussing tables, and supervising the bar and register. We ordered a few things and all of them came out at a moderate pace. Very happy that the pho came out within 10 minutes. We ordered: - Baguette with Sweet Butter: My mom really wanted bread, so we had to indulge. A cute serving of a warm crispy baguette on a paddle board. Loved the crunch, the softness of the bread, and the butter was so sweet and creamy. A great appetizer! - Well Done Beef Pho: The beef pho was excellent. Lots of meat and the broth was so rich and aromatic. My mom was happy with her choice. - Chow Mein: This was supposed to be their chow fun but they ran out of the specific noodles to make the dish... Anyways, hot serving of noodles with a great macros of beef, broccoli noodles. Very filling, great serving size, meat was tender! - Spring Rolls: always a classic dish to order. Loved the presentation. I wish there was more meat in the roll, and their peanut sauce is on the lighter side. - Banh Mi: great value and serving for a sandwich. Really filling! - Salted Egg Chinese Donuts with Ube Cream: I thought this was going to be a bigger portion based on the picture... but it was only two pieces. Still, the donut was fluffy, crunchy, and paired well with the ube cream that we had. Not too sweet. Overall, this place will be a new staple at the mall. I look forward to dining here again! read more

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This review was for take out only. My coworkers and I ordered some food for lunch. We got spring rolls, the pho special, beef rib pho, and the beef chow fun. For drinks we ordered a pennywort with coconut foam and and the berry bliss. My Vietnamese friend thought the pho special was just ok and she was upset that it didn't have meat balls. My white friend thought the broth can use more flavor. The spring rolls was two rolls cut into fourth, and 3/4 of the rolls broke before I even touch them. The beef chow fun had all the right flavors, but the noodles was very oily. The pennywort was good but I didn't care for the coconut foam. The berry bliss is good per my friend. read more

Pho 408 - Beef chow fun Togo - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

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I have been to many and I mean many pho spots and this is the one and only place I've been served undercooked noodles. It's on the firmer side of al dente. The flavor is there and generous portion of meat. It's just disappointing and ruins the meal. read more

The service is good. It's also nice to have a pho spot at the mall. As others have stated the pho broth is too sweet. If they tone down the sweetness and have it more beefy or savory, would be solid. I think the table next to me didn't like the sweetness either. read more

First timer and it won't be the last, the food was really good but the real reason why im writing this review is mainly the service, I felt like I was at a 5 star up scale restaurant. When I say EVERY waiter was nice and attentive, I mean EVERYONE working the floor. Wow very impressive for a pho spot! read more

Pho 408 - Bombskis - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

First Visit to Pho408 , A Hidden Gem! My son and I dropped by Pho408 for lunch, and it did not disappoint. The place is clean, nicely decorated, and the service was great. We shared a grilled pork Banh Mi. Crispy bread, flavorful pork and a sizzling shaking beef combo with sausage, eggs, and pâté. Everything was delicious. They even treated us to a tofu pudding with passion fruit sauce dessert. It's light, refreshing, and perfect for a hot day. Can't wait to come back to try out their pho and drinks ! read more

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Pho 408 at Oakridge Mall is the real deal. Our server was very, very attentive and cordial -- the kind of sharp, respectful service that actually took me aback. Coming from a fine-dining background, I don't expect that level of professionalism at a pho spot, but this gentleman delivered. I ordered the #1 Pho Dac Biet; my wife went with the Pho Tai Gan. We sat outside on the pleasant patio, and the bowls hit the table hot and ready. The broth was spot on -- rich, clean, and balanced -- and the different cuts of meat were tender and flavorful. No shortcuts, no fuss, just quality execution. A simple, delectable lunch outdoors that was exactly what we wanted. Service was awesome, food was great, and the ambience was perfect. If you're in the area and want pho done right, this is it. Highly recommend Pho 408. read more

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Pho is average and it left a dry taste in my mouth after eating it. Like most places first sip is very savory and as it cools you can taste more of the artificial msg flavor vs the beefy flavor. Staff is quick, friendly and attentive for it being recently open . Plenty of indoor and outdoor seating options which is nice. Great outdoor space with plenty of umbrellas. Anyhow...disappointed in the pho but would at least come back to try the other items.. read more

We visited Pho 408 last weekend in hopes of finding a reliable Vietnamese restaurant nearby. The location is convenient -- situated in the mall next to 99 Ranch, where Superdish used to be -- which makes it an easy choice for a casual meal after shopping. We arrived on a Sunday evening, and while the restaurant wasn't busy, we initially chose to sit outside for some fresh air. The staff informed us that outdoor seating had ample heating, but unfortunately it was still quite cold. My father had to return to the car to get a jacket for my mother, and we ultimately decided to move inside, as did several other tables. After relocating, there was some confusion with our order. Our drinks were first brought to our original table outside and mistakenly offered to another party before they made their way to us. Despite the mix-up, the drinks -- particularly the coco grass jelly pennywort and the coco cane -- were very enjoyable. We also ordered the fish sauce chicken wings as an appetizer, which were flavorful and well-prepared although the chicken wings were a bit on the small side for the price. My parents' pho arrived shortly after ordering, though we noted an upcharge of $1.50 for fresh noodles. The broth was served hot, but the meat portions were modest, and some pieces were broken rather than whole slices. My entrée, the sizzling beef ribs combo, arrived approximately 15 minutes later, and was not presented as pictured on the menu or on others' pictures on Yelp -- the ribs were cut into small, boneless pieces rather than served on the bone. While the flavor was decent, it wasn't particularly memorable. The dish was served with both rice and a baguette. Although the menu indicated a choice between the two, I wasn't asked, but appreciated receiving both. My boyfriend's sizzling shaking beef combo arrived last, after the rest of us had nearly finished our meals. He found it enjoyable, though not outstanding. Overall, our experience was mixed. While the drinks and appetizers were highlights, the timing and service coordination -- especially after our table change -- left room for improvement. With better communication among staff and more consistent food pacing, Pho 408 has potential to become a strong option in the area. read more

Was bummed that Super Dish closed since it's the only authentic Hunan spot in South San Jose. But I was pleasantly surprised by the diverse menu at Pho 408, which took its place--especially excited to see Chao Bo Ne on the menu, since the wait at Bo Ne Phu Yen is always over an hour + I haven't been able to find any Banh Xeo place since the one in Grand Century food court closes! Here's the verdict: 1) Banh Xeo (ordered without mung bean) - it was OK but was very oily and I knew something was missing but only realized it now: bean sprouts!! Also wish the meat chunks were smaller--it would've made it easier to wrap and eat. 2) Banh Mi Chao Bo Ne combo - baguette had that perfect crisp, and the pâté with filet mignon slices were solid. But the chicken shu-mai? Definitely just Costco Aidells teriyaki meatballs. And I'm pretty sure the sausage was Aidells Chicken Apple one too. Will get the Bo luc lac version next time 3) Pho Dac Biet - broth is rich & flavorful! Just wish it comes with more noodle & there's more fat on the flank cuts. 4) Cha Ca La Vong - most disappointing dish of all. Very tiny portion and the fish slices remind me of popcorn chicken but without crisp. Thiên Long wins hands down 5) Mini salted egg yolk Chinese doughnut with egg creme filling - menu showed cut-up 油条, but we got two short whole ones instead. Thought it will be coated with egg yolk outside but turned out it's filled with it (think 流沙包 but not as lava). The egg cream was rich and delicious, but not enough 油条 to go with it. Very tempted to grab extra 油条from the 99 Ranch food court for $3, or bring the leftover cream home and fry up a 3-pack of frozen 油条 for $6 6) Homemade pandan soymilk - can definitely tell it's not the artificial kind. It's perfectly sweetened with hint of fresh pandan flavor. I asked for less ice but it still came pretty full of it, which watered it down a bit. 7) Coco Grass Jelly Pennywort Juice - Refreshing with chewy grass jelly and a cool, earthy flavor. The herbal tastes aren't too strong, probably balanced out by the creamy coconut milk. If you like matcha drink (without the bitterness), you'll definitely love this read more

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I can't express how happy I was to learn this pho place opening in Oakridge mall. We went for the first time and ordered two bowls of pho and the crispy tofu along with a drink. The broth was amazing. It was light, clear and delicious. The tofu wasn't the best, but wasn't the worst we had. The service was great, we were checked on a few times, they brought us everything we would've needed without us asking, as we had two little ones with us and they made sure to take care of them as well. They had both inside and outside seatings with comfortable chairs and very clean tables with condiments. Will definitely come to dine again read more

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This place used to be the Chinese restaurant Super Dish but is now a Vietnamese restaurant. The restaurant is pretty spacious and also includes a patio area that has seating. However, there is a row of tables inside the restaurant where the tables are pushed really close to the booths against the wall so it makes it pretty difficult to sit on the booth side of the table since it's such a tight squeeze. I ordered the pho dac biet and the pennywort drink. I thought the pho was okay. The star was the broth. I substituted the tendon for beef balls. The meat cuts were okay, but I didn't like the beef balls since they had a spongy texture and that's not what I'm used to or what I like. When the texture is spongy like that, I think it's because they put in filler when making the beef balls. The drink was also okay. Service was slow. Since it's a new restaurant, I don't think the staff is properly and efficiently trained yet cause it took forever for someone to take my order and for me to get my bill at the end. Also, when u want the bill, the server will come to your table with a portable credit card machine and the first screen asks for tip and has selected fixed options, but I'd like to point out that the fixed options are incorrectly calculated. In general, a percentage based tip is based on the subtotal (the total of the bill before tax). However, some shady restaurants will show you "recommended tip amounts" that are inflated because they are calculated based on the total of the bill that includes tax! Sadly this restaurant is one of those restaurants which puts a sour taste in my mouth because I don't support dishonest business practices. I think the act of giving patrons the bill via a portable credit card machine (instead of ringing it up at the cashier in the front and bringing a paper receipt to the table, which is commonly done at most restaurants) is also another intentional tactic to pressure patrons to click on the pre-set tip amounts which are incorrectly calculated. read more

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Tried Pho 408 and was seriously impressed. Ordered the S3 sizzling beef rib combo and it was amazing. The beef rib was super tender, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. The pâté was creamy, and the bread was real Vietnamese bread--not the usual baguette most places use, which I really appreciated. I also ordered a Vietnamese coffee and it was spot on--strong, bold, and authentically Vietnamese. The service was attentive and friendly. Our server Dustin was great--he kept checking in to see if I needed more water or anything else, which really made the experience feel welcoming. Great food, great service, and authentic flavors. Highly recommend! read more

Pho 408 - S3. Sizzling beef rib combo Hot Vietnamese coffee - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

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I was excited to check out this new spot because I live close by. I ordered: Fish sauce chicken wings - very sweet. The crunch / exterior was done very well but it was way too sweet for me. Not what I"m used to with fish sauce wings. It also came w/ a dip that was also sweet. So I was taking my sweet wings and dipping it into an even sweeter sauce. Pho Tai Lan - pho w/ wok seared beef - the broth itself was decent. Not bad, not great, but decent. The beef if what I had an issue with. It was def not wok seared but a few clumps of beef. Outside was cooked and inside was more red, which means they just blanched it in hot water and tossed it into my bowl. Not wok seared. Overall, the place is alright. Would I go back? Probably not cause the pho is $18+ a bowl. If my friends wanted to go, then I would tag a long but solo, I would not. The dry vermicelli dish looked good and some of the other dishes I saw that other people ordered. interior: nice but there were these little flies on my table that would not go away. service: Server was very nice and helpful and attentive. Parking: many spots outside. read more

Came to Pho 408 for the first time and had a great experience. Service was on par. The guy was very polite and made sure he got our order correct before putting it in. The food was fresh as expected and pho soup was exceptional. I ordered the crispy chicken pho but my chicken was like bbq'd not fried. Not sure how it was supposed to come out but either way i was satisfied. My tea was yummy, a little on the sweet side. the ambiance was very relaxing and it was a nice night outside they made sure to seat us next to a heater. I would definitely come back. read more