I usually get either the #9 Pho Tai Nam or the #25 pork chop with rice. I also like the #41 vermicelli with pork and egg roll. #27 shaken beef is a good portion size, but I've had better. Pho portions are very good--lots of meat. Service is fast and friendly. It is a busy restaurant but I've never had to wait more than 15-20 minutes. They are very efficient at turning over tables. My only negative experience here was eating at the table by the door to the restrooms. At times, especially when people pass back and forth, you can smell the restrooms which isn't ideal. read more

8/10 Egg Rolls - These are your classic, reliable pho spot egg rolls. They're fried to a nice crisp and hit all the traditional notes you'd expect. Nothing groundbreaking, but definitely a good, solid appetizer. 8/10 Grilled Pork with Fried Egg - This is a standard, plate of grilled pork and rice. The flavors are exactly what you'd hope for, even if it doesn't necessarily reinvent the dish. It's a safe, tasty bet for a meal. 7/10 Thai Tea - The drink itself is decent, but it's served in a very small cup. For $5.00, I was definitely expecting a larger portion. It tastes fine, but the value for the price is a bit of a letdown. Cost - Eggs rolls (6) $17.00, Grilled Pork with Fried Egg $15.99. All items before tax's and tip. read more

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Great pho spot outside of Garden Grove. The prices are higher than average, but the portion sizes kind of justify the cost. I'd just order to go and eat half of the portion then save the rest. read more

I was excited to try a Viet place not in Garden Grove, but this place made me realize that nothing will ever beat the classic spots. I got the Bun Thit Nuong with Cha Gio and it was very bland and underwhelming. I had to ask for extra fish sauce and drown it in the sauce but it was still so bland. The meat was decent at least, but they barely give you any. The egg roll tasted stale and flavorless. The service here is very off putting because the staff is a little rude and side eye you when eating. Overall, super disappointed and will not be returning. read more

Pho 45 - 41. Bun Thit Nuong Cha Gio - Vietnamese Near Me - La Mirada, California

Food was phenomenal. Great price for such large portions! Service was super speedy! Ambiance was decent super crowded and had to wait a little to get in. #4 brisket ( well done) - 5/5 Egg rolls - 5/5 read more

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Amazing food! Pho is delicious, bahn mi is perfection, and the egg rolls are fried to a crispy golden brown. My family and I visited from Seattle and we are so happy we chose Pho 45. Our waiter was so kind and attentive. When our tired 3 year old was about to throw a fit he brought out a kids bowl of pho just for her without us even asking. Best customer service I've had in a while. read more

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Grilled pork spring mushrooms: grilled pork is the same as charbroiled grilled pork chop rice dish. Packed with noodles, lettuce wrap and pork dish is savory and filling. read more

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One of the best pho spots I've been to. Place was packed when I came by so be prepared. Service was amazing from the moment I walked in and greeted right away. I ordered the Pho Chin, which comes with well-done brisket, and it was excellent. No complaints at all, the broth was rich and flavorful, and the spices and sauces provided on the side were the perfect touch. Once you're done, you just head up to pay, which makes the whole experience quick and easy. Overall, a must try if you're in the area and craving a quality bowl of pho. Definitely coming back. read more

Pho 45 - 4. Pho Chin - Vietnamese Near Me - La Mirada, California

This is my fav local spot for pho. I've been coming here for almost a decade & the quality & taste has been consistent for all these years. The best part is the broth. It's served hot (temperature wise) which is a huge plus for me. Nowhere else I've been to serves their broth this hot. I also like that they're generous with the meat portion, onions & green onions although you could always order more on the side. Their spring roll isn't anything special but always served fresh. My husband orders the shrimp fried rice whenever he isn't in the mood for pho. The fried rice is also nothing out of the ordinary but solid. The 5 star review is for the pho. Service is polite & efficient. Place is packed all the time but never had to wait too long. I'll keep coming back as long as I'm nearby. read more

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Great food and fast service. I took my meal to go, but would eat in the next time. The pho broth is flavorful and just what you need. I added the meatballs on the side. A little pricey, but it was a nice splurge. I also had the spring rolls and those were delightful. read more

Pho 45 - Vietnamese Near Me - La Mirada, California

A well-deserved 5-star Vietnamese pho restaurant! The food is absolutely delicious, and the prices are very reasonable -- that's just the baseline here. What really sets this place apart is the outstanding service. Every staff member greets customers with a genuine smile, serves quickly, and treats guests with real care. Other restaurants should come here and learn what true hospitality means. While so many places only focus on tips, this team focuses on people -- and that makes all the difference. read more

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Have been coming to this restaurant for the last 5 years and I recommend it to everyone in the area! 10/10 food and just as good hospitality and customer service! Food 10/10 The pho is delicious with a flavorful broth, tender thinly cut meat, and fresh and generous garnish. I've also tried their spring rolls and Vietnamese coffee both of which are also good. I would ask for less sweetness for the coffee though unless you have a big sweet tooth, but overall the coffee is nice and strong and fulfills my Vietnamese coffee craving. Service 10/10 One of the main things that makes me come back to this particular pho restaurant when there are so many in the area is their excellent and consistent customer service. The staff is warm, welcoming, kind, and attentive. I've never once had to ask them to refill my water because they're always on top of it. Even while writing this, they refilled my water! There was once when I visited and the owner was going around meeting and chatting with customers, something I've never seen at a restaurant before. Their hospitality definitely makes them a stand out. Whether I come in a group or alone, they're always extremely attentive and hospitable. Their whole wait staff works really well together. Aesthetic/Space The place is simple, clean, and modern. If you going during dinner especially on the weekends, there may be a short wait. Other times, you should have no trouble getting a seat. Food comes out fast and takeout as well! Will definitely continue to come back. I hope this place stays in business for a very long time! read more

Pho 45 - Pho, Spring Rolls, beef bowl - Vietnamese Near Me - La Mirada, California

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Exceptional customer service. Whenever my fiance orders over the phone, it's like they already know it's him (probably because he orders the same thing almost every time and around the same time). We typically order the large combination pho and egg rolls. Was so happy for them when they opened a second location. read more

This is a local favorite for a reason, it's incredible. I visited on a Sunday night and it was pretty poppin as always, but not too long of a wait either (about 10 minutes or so). The service staff is incredibly friendly and attentive, the food comes out quickly (but not too quickly, I'd say 15 minutes or so), and the restaurant seating is comfortable and clean. Overall, great!!! Will be exploring more of the menu soon. read more

Pho 45 - Pho Brisket - Vietnamese Near Me - La Mirada, California

I came to Pho 45 and tried the brisket pho, #22 cơm tấm, coconut water, and egg rolls. Everything came out fast--within about five minutes--and the flavors were on point. The broth was tasty and comforting, the pork on the cơm tấm had a great barbecue flavor, and the egg rolls were crispy and well seasoned. Honestly the best pho in all of Whittier and La Mirada. I'd definitely come back. read more

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Great News PHO 45 is currently working on a BRAND NEW STORE. In Pico Rivera. No location given to me by owner Jason but they will be serving up the same great PHO or all of you PHO-HOLICS. read more

What a find! This place is awesome. Crowded enough to add validation of its popularity but not too crowded to intimidate us for adding our names for a party of 8 to the waitlist (it's a physical paper one). Parking is easy since it shares a big lot with Stater Bros and other shops on the strip. It's a pretty decent sized place that takes up two storefronts so the line moved at a decent pace. The pho itself was delicious; $16 for a huge bowl of filet mignon pho. They give you a ton of beef! As a diehard cilantro fan I was thrilled that we were given a HEAPING plate of self-serve cilantro, a separate plate of onions, and a plate of basil and bean sprouts and limes. I've never found another pho place that generous with the separate toppings. Also standout fact: the drinking water is delicious. I don't live in Southern California so I dread the hard mineral taste that I've come to expect from the area, but Pho 45 must use some sort of filter or softener because it's absent of that weird metallic taste! 6 stars if I could. Great service, very quick, and easy pay at the counter when you're done. Can't wait to come back! read more

Was quickly seated by the servers and the food came very, very quickly. I liked the spring rolls, they were largely portioned and the peanut sauce was delicious. I got the first combo pho item, which has all different types of meat in it. There was a lot of meat and noodle in my dish, but the broth was not as flavorful as I would've liked. You have to go up to the counter and pay, so it feels somewhat hectic but very efficient. read more

Pho 45 - Spring rolls - Vietnamese Near Me - La Mirada, California

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Love this place! Pho is very delicious :). Service is fast and efficient. One of our favorite places in La Mirada. Seated and fed within 15 minutes read more

Pho 45 - Clearly very delicious- ordered spring rolls, and 2. Pho Tai Filet Mignon - Vietnamese Near Me - La Mirada, California

Overall I really loved this location. The vibe was pretty much like a lot of Vietnamese restaurants. The pricey are on par with the market, portions are big and service is fast. You do pay at the counter once you're done (at least while we were there). The menu is pretty standard with various options from pho to rice to noodles. I did love that they gave broth on the side of rice dishes, really helps with digestion! read more

Pho 45 - 1. Pho 45 Dac Biet - Vietnamese Near Me - La Mirada, California

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Great meal as usual. Pho was fresh and tasty. Shrimp fried rice was a little heavy on the onions but still tasted great. Service was fast, friendly and attentive. The place hasn't changed but still clean and fresh read more

Pho 45 - #6 with extra noodles - Vietnamese Near Me - La Mirada, California

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Came to this place after thrifting with my besties, very pleasantly surprised! Not by the Pho, (it was good, just not "wooow")....this place has the best Bahn Mi and Spring Rolls! And I don't really crave Spring Rolls, in-fact I prefer Vietnamese eggrolls every time; except here. The peanut sauce? Resplendent. The texture? Perfect. And the Bahn Mi? Give 2 of those bad boys right naaaoooow. I love that they actually include a sliver of jalapeño (wish they gave you a side of extra jalapeños or at least 2 slivers: see picture) I hope they make the pork crispier or have a VERY crispy pork option like Carrot & Daikon! But overall, service was SO FAST and the food was great! Thank you! read more

Pho 45 - best pork banh mi i've had in a long time - Vietnamese Near Me - La Mirada, California

Always always always 5 stars! Ordered the number 7 pho which has well done flank. Rare steak, and tripe a plenty. And that golden savory broth is to die for. Place was packed on a rainy day, but I was sat down only after only 10 minutes even though I was 6th on the list. The team of workers really hustle and work together to ensure quick service, water refills, and checkout process. read more

Pho 45 - Pho toppins - Vietnamese Near Me - La Mirada, California

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We randomly chose Pho 45 for dinner as we were in the area and craving pho. BEST decision ever because the quality and service here are both top-tier. Their employees are hardworking and very helpful. They brought our bigparty of 9 everything we asked for quickly (plates of raw onions, extra limes, scallion oil, etc) and were not stingy like some other pho restaurants I've been to. Our waters were always filled without us needing to ask the staff. The restaurant was clean and spacious with lots of parking spots in the plaza. I ordered the #2 Pho Tai Fillet Mignon with the rare steak on the side. The meat was soo tender (honestly probably the best meat I've had at a pho restaurant) and they even brought out a little bowl of piping hot soup to cook the raw meat in so the blood doesn't get in your broth. Talk about service! The portion sizes are huge and the prices were extremely reasonable. Their pho broth is very clean and flavorful and the noodles were cooked perfectly. One of the best phos I've had in a while and would definitely come back! read more

Pho 45 - Vietnamese Near Me - La Mirada, California

This is my go to Pho spot. They have a great variety on their menu, but if I'm being honest I get the brisket pho every single time. They always seat me right away and I love that it's always a bit chilly inside which is perfect for pho. When I order they always bring out my food within 5 minutes or less and it's always very consistently delicious! read more

Pho 45 - Vietnamese Near Me - La Mirada, California

Solid place for some good tasting pho. Place is clean and service is super attentive. The pho tastes amazing and the spring rolls are second to none. read more

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This place is always on my list when I visit OC. I've tried their pho, bun (dried vermicelli), spring rolls, coffee, & etc. Everything tastes great. I also like their service evict is fast & welcoming. This place is kinda big but is packed all the time. I'll recommend to go early to avoid the crowed. read more

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Something to note about this place was that it was lively and completely packed on a Thursday lunch and that got me really excited to see what got people coming. My friend and I both ordered Pho Dac biet and we got cha giờ (egg rolls) to share. What was amazing was the fact that the food took about 5 minutes to come out, which told me that that they're constantly cooking and pumping food out. Pho đặc biệt (5/5): portions were good, noodles were good, broth was good, but what stood out to me was the meat! My standard of quality of meat is usually looking at fat content and at how tender it is, and the meat here is top tier! Everything was done perfectly and it was unbelievably tender. What also was a good touch was that their tendon was done well and there was a good amount of it. Chả giò (4/5): standard egg roll. Nothing too special about it and it got the job done. read more

Pho 45 - 1. Pho 45 Dac Biet - Vietnamese Near Me - La Mirada, California

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Ordered number 4 pho chin! The meat was not soft very rough! But everything else was good the broth especially! Also loved their pickled sliced onions. Sriracha was a bit weird it had a watery consistency.. Workers are very welcoming when you enter into restaurant! It's like coming into a typical nail salon but instead a restaurant! Ambiance is nice and clean with plenty of seating. After you finish eating you go up to the register and pay I thought that was an interesting concept read more

Pho 45 - 4. Pho Chin - Vietnamese Near Me - La Mirada, California

Pho 45 in La Mirada is always worth the visit. When you arrive, you sign in first, but don't let that scare you off -- the wait moves pretty fast. Service is good, friendly, and efficient, and once you're seated the food comes out quickly. The food is very flavorful and consistently good. Everything tastes fresh and well-seasoned, and the portions are solid for the price. Prices are decent, especially for the quality and speed of service. Parking can be a little tricky because the lot is almost always full, but it's located in a shopping center near Stater Bros, so it's manageable if you're patient. Overall, great spot for quick, satisfying pho with good service. Definitely a go-to in La Mirada. read more

Very solid pho place. Got the #1 combination pho, which is my go to order. My partner got the #2 filet mignon. Did take a little longer to get our food - maybe 20 minutes. The broth is hearty and the meat portions were generous. Would come back if in the area! read more

12/16/2024 - Personally, I think this is one of the best pho restaurants in the area. A bowl of pho here costs $14.99, which I think is reasonable! It may seem like a lot considering how their pho used to cost $9.45 years ago. But I've been to places now that charge $17-20 for pho that doesn't taste nearly as good and sometimes are smaller in portion. We ordered the #1 Pho 45 Dac Biet combo (with rare steak, well done flank, tendon, and tripe) and the #5 Pho Tai Chin (with well done steak and brisket). The pho has good taste overall and comes in a large bowl. They don't skimp out on the meat and the cuts they use are not fatty. We also got the #34 Cha Giao (4-count crispy egg rolls). It came with lettuce you could wrap the egg rolls in and vinegar to dip. It's not necessarily a bad thing, but I did notice that they have more staff working the floor than they need to adequately serve the patrons. That being said, the staff was super attentive and ready within seconds if you needed anything. read more

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Quick just like the service here. These guys work really hard. It seems like a lot of hustle and bustle inside but you're never really waiting for food. From order to placing, there was roughly 5 minutes. Inside is a typical pho shop. Some tv's up to watch the game but pretty quiet and clean. Pho is delicious. Clean broth, well cooked meat. My child of two years eats free! They gave her a small bowl and her noodles. Place is a can't miss. read more

Pho 45 - 1. Pho 45 Dac Biet - Vietnamese Near Me - La Mirada, California

best pork spring rolls ever! smoky, flavorful, fresh--we just keep coming back for em. pho is also excellent, get the beef rib if you want a nice upgrade. we have always had quick, friendly service in a clean, well-lit space. read more

Their pho and other dishes is excellent. The soups are boiling hot when them come out of the kitchen. A lot of indoor seating and no outdoor. Parking is shared with different stores in the plaza. Service is good and adequate for the food. read more

Pho 45 - Vietnamese Near Me - La Mirada, California

I have my roots in Little Saigon. Having said that, I have high expectations for my Pho. The trendy stuff isn't my jam and I don't mess with fusion. Just traditional, authentic Pho. I transplanted to La Mirada many moons ago. Problem is, La Mirada isn't known for a large Vietnamese population. This sounds like a recipe for disaster to my palette. On a whim, when I was itching for my fix, I tried Pho 45. Seeing they have another restaurant in Garden Grove was encouraging. From the second you walk in and from the smell in the air you can tell the food is going to be epic. The staff, the quick service, the food and the ambiance are all fantastic. Pho 45 is one of my go-to restaurants. I've eaten here dozens of times over the years and it has always been a great experience. I have never left disappointed or feeling they missed the mark. Their prices have gone up over time, but what hasn't. Parking isn't usually an issue due to the large lot shared with a number of other businesses. If you have a craving for that authentic Vietnamese cuisine or are looking to give it a whirl for the first time, this is the spot for you! read more

The service was good, we ordered our food and within minutes it arrived. The food was well portioned and fulfilling. The place was consistently packed and kept on moving. Wasn't too loud and we can hear ourselves when talking. I prefer hearing more of the music than having the news on their TVs. But had a nice time there. read more

Pho 45 - Shrimp Fried - Vietnamese Near Me - La Mirada, California

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This is one of my top fav pho spots!! First of all, the service is amazing. They are very nice, and they are always super quick. You never wait long for food, and they always check up to see if food is all good, water refills, etc etc. I unfortunately don't have photos of the menu since my family and I already know our orders for when we go, but one thing I love about this place too is that for a pho spot they have such a large menu!! If you feel like pho, but maybe others in your party don't, they have plentyyy of other dishes that are really good. My whole family likes this spot. I love the pho here, as well as the other dishes I've tried. This place also holds the title for my fav spring rolls, specifically the shrimp ones!! The restaurant is very clean inside and they also have TVs. This is one of my go to places to eat! read more

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It's all a numbers game with pho, and this one came highly recommended by a friend who lives out there. The broth here is super-savory and has a deep flavor. The #1 is the everything sample: soft rare steak, tender brisket and flank, tendon and tripe for texture. If you're hungry, there's one with Beef Ribs. Same solid broth and it's fun to see those big bones sticking out of your soup. Sadly, I don't think I'd get it again - one of my ribs was mostly a sac of inedible fatty tissue, and that was really unpleasant. Eggrolls are the best! Impossibly crunchy wrapper, juicy mincemeat with a perfect ratio. Get more than one order because four is too few to share. Dip in fish sauce and wrap in lettuce for best results. I like it. I bet you will too. read more

They scam you by caluating the Tip inclusive of the tax. I had a combination pho which is $15.99. Tax was $1.52 (9.5%). So the total was $17.51. I have selected 15% Tip which should be $2.40. The total amount I should have paid should be $19.91 ($17.51+$2.40). However, what I have ened up paying was $20.14 = $17.51 + $2.63 (15% of $17.51). Why am I paying tips for tax? It doesnt show the percentage of the Tip you paid on the receipt!. This is very disturbing and wrongful act! read more

Pho 45 - Receipt - Vietnamese Near Me - La Mirada, California