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    Pho 79 Restaurant

    4.2 (3.9k reviews)
    ModerateVietnamese, Noodles
    Open 7:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    PHO 79 RESTAURANT ATMOSPHERE

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Dogs allowed

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    Vermicelli
    Samantha C.

    It's a James Beard Award restaurant for a reason. My go-to order items are the egg rolls and the pho dac biet. The egg roll is perfectly crunchy and the filling is extremely flavorful. One sip of the pho broth and you're transported to a magical place. So much flavor yet so balanced.

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    Kunous K.

    They are moving!! Coincidentally came here for a take home order and found they are moving next week! After 44 years in the location and I am always a big fans in the last 15 years.

    3 color drink/desert. I had better at Bamboo
    Tiff A.

    Super quick service and the broth was amazing. It's a small parking lot so good luck, and this place is cash only. This place is big enough to accommodate parties of ten and there's plenty of small tables. I wasn't impressed with the egg rolls. Overall, the pho was good!!!

    Oxtail
    Elizabeth N.

    If you are looking for a great and authentic pho spot, this is it. Ive been coming here with my family since I was a toddler, and after all these years, it's still my favorite pho spot and hands down #1 pho restaurant in Cali. The consistency here is incredible. On my last visit, I ordered a small Pho Tai with an order of oxtail on the side. The broth was everything a great pho broth should be. Beefy and full of flavor tasting like it's been simmered for hours with beef bones. Every sip was delicious and comforting. And the oxtail... It was juicy, tender, and cooked to perfection. The meat practically fell right off the bone and paired perfectly with the pho. Every bite reminded me why I keep on coming back. What I appreciate most is that the food tastes just as good today as it did when I was a kid. That kind of consistency is rare and speaks volumes about the care they put into their food. This is definitely a spot that keeps on generations of family coming back. A couple of helpful notes: They will be relocating to their new spot sometime in Summer 2026 at 8894 Bolsa Ave, Westminster, CA 92683

    Pho Dac Biet
    Long T.

    Food okay. Service great. Cleaner than most pho restaurants nearby. Been here before and brought my girlfriend for her first visit. Not the biggest fan of the small, tight parking lot, but we got lucky and found a spot pretty quickly. We also managed to beat the lunch rush, since the line started stacking up right after we sat down. She ordered the Pho Tai and I got the Pho Dac Biet. For me, the broth is EVERYTHING, and while it was good, I have definitely had better. Overall, it is a solid spot, maybe a bit overhyped, but still worth trying at least once.

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    Mollie P.

    The best pho in OC hands down. Came in Sunday afternoon for lunch, lots of parking but busy! Be prepared for parking and maybe to wait. Put your name on the list hanging outside the door and they will call you when ready! We were sat almost immediately though. Inside is a large scale mom and pop shop that is FILLED with people and workers. We ordered a medium and large #23 pho and 2 waters, we got everything not even 5 minutes later. When I tell you this is the BEST broth I've ever had, it blew me away. I'm not one to usually order extra noodles but for this place I would order as many noodles until I ran out of broth, it is that good. Noodles were on the soggier side, I'm not picky about noodles but if you are then this is something to consider. Portions were huge for the price, very happy with that. CASH ONLY. I didn't see an ATM there but I'm sure they had one. Will always recommend and they have a new customer for whenever I'm in OC.

    Pho đặc biệt and oxtail
    Trinh T.

    I've always heard great things about Pho 79, and overall the experience was solid, but with one disappointing miss. The pho itself was really good. The broth had great depth of flavor, and the noodles were cooked perfectly, exactly what you want in a comforting bowl of pho. However, the oxtail I ordered didn't live up to the same standard. It tasted like it had been sitting for a while, dry, overcooked, and a bit mushy instead of tender and rich like you'd expect. It definitely took away from what could've been a great meal. I'd still come back for the pho, but I'd probably skip the oxtail next time.

    #107
    Ji K.

    This place is always busy, however the line usually moves pretty fast. Btw , it's CASH ONLY. I ordered the #107- crispy chicken with garlic butter sauce over rice and really enjoyed it. The chicken was crispy and flavorful. The portion was generous and everything tasted fresh. Service was quick and friendly. I'd definitely come back.

    Beef brisket pho, egg rolls and pork and shrimp spring rolls
    Luke R.

    There is a reason Pho 79 is a James Beard Award winner. The pho broth is incredibly flavorful, and they give you a really generous portion of brisket. You also can't go wrong with the egg rolls and the shrimp and pork spring rolls are absolutely worth ordering. Just keep in mind that it is a cash-only spot. The parking lot is pretty small, but you can easily find parking on the street if it's full. The 3 times I've been here the service is quick and friendly. A must-visit spot in Garden Grove!

    Super Bowl
    Horacio C.

    Great spot if you come hungry! If you arrive starving, you must try the Super Bowl -- packed with flavorful, delicious beef and generous portions. Everything tasted fresh and well seasoned. My only gripe: my canned soda was room temperature instead of cold. Still worth a visit for the food.

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    Quoc H.

    Parking: Small parking lot that was completely packed. You might need to wait for a parking spot while waiting for a table (WRITE YOUR NAME DOWN ON THE CLIP BOARD). Interior: Large inside with plenty of seating. Not that clean with sticky floors and tables. Workers are fast to for service as there is wait but it is a bit run down inside. Wait Time: 1-20min wait in line depending on group size and table available. Food comes quick ~10min or less. Items Order: 8/10 Pho Xe Lua $18.25 - LARGE BOWL by default as it is a combination of meats. Portion for protein is mid but items were cooked well. Noodle portion was quite large and I suggest ordering more meat on the side (usually order the OXTAIL ON THE SIDE but they ran out - go for lunch if you want to guarantee getting this). Noodles were also cooked al dente. Broth was flavorful but still average. 10/10 Cha Gio $9.75 - AMAZING but super small portion with only x3 pc. Their nuoc mam for this was very good!

    Medium #23 with flat noodles
    Olivia H.

    Pho 79 has the best pho in OC. The broth is absolutely incredible. It's a no frills restaurant that's CASH ONLY. There's a decent sized parking lot in the back, so I've never had trouble finding parking. The service is fast and efficient. They typically have your pho on the table for you within 5 minutes of ordering. I also love that they have 3 sizes of pho to choose from. I don't think it's advertised on the menu, but if you don't feel like having the thin vermicelli noodles, you can opt for the flat rice noodles instead. My go-to pho spot pho ever!

    Mario B.

    The Colitas oxtail is the best I've had. Period. The beef broth is rich and flavorful, service was excellent, and the whole experience was top notch. If you're in town, you need to try this place.

    4 orders: Pho and Bun Rieu

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    Best pho I've ever had in my life !! Amazing broth so fresh and delicious. Can't wait to go back !

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    Nostalgic but don't let the James Beard award fool ya. The pho here is just mid and it's still cash only

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    Ask the Community - Pho 79 Restaurant

    Are they cash only?

    Yes. Cash only in 2026, IRS love it

    Does Pho 79 use MSG in the pho broth and other foods?

    I believe so. It's where the flavor is... however it's not that strong.

    Are they on food delivery apps?

    No they are not. Reminder the restaurant is cash only!

    Is this place cash only?

    Yes.

    Do you serve any alcohol?

    Negative...just water, soft drinks in a can and other Vietnamese drinks.

    Can I order online or call to order and pick it up?

    U can order thru phone and pick it up

    Is there carry out service?

    Yes, order & pick up.

    This palce has been our go to for years. Did they cut back on portions? Last two times, less meat AND noodles. Stil hungry after ordering the Super 79 bowl?

    I agree, their portions have definitely gotten a lot smaller.

    Do they have chicken broth as an option for the pho?

    Yes! My daughter ordered it: https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=aAC9qivid5uzk5u7XrSDxA&userid=dbEyV0AsIBXUH-RRQDyRiQ

    Do they have a veggie option, couldn't find it on the menu?

    You'd be hard pressed to find something vegetarian here.

    Do you take credit card?

    No, cash only

    Do the do takeout?

    yes!

    Do you take reservations?

    No. First come first served. They have a sign in wait list. Worth the wait every time.

    Are the regular thin noodles fresh noodles also or is it just the fat wide noodles that are fresh?

    They are all fresh.

    If I order pho, can I take out the noodles and replace them with lettuce/veggies? I'm on low carb lifestyle.

    Not sure. But you could ask. Maybe just order soup?

    Are the noodle/soup bowls made of plastic or porcelain/ceramic?

    They are porcelain/ceramic!

    What time did they serve oxtail? Whenever I call and ask, they said they run out.

    Around 7am first come first serve

    Do they accept debit card?

    No, cash only

    How much do they charge for extra noodles? extra broth?

    Please oder the second bold...be a wonderful customer ☺️

    Can i dine in?

    Yes, they have dine in available

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    Came for the bun cha, got blown away by the hu tieu! But first, the bun cha Ha Noi , which came…read morewith a mound of springy vermicelli, a very generous serving of lettuce wraps and different fresh herbs, and a bowl of pork patties, delicious pork slices, and pickled daikon and carrots in fun star shapes in a sweet and slightly tangy sauce. The pork patties were my favorite, and although there were plenty of the grilled pork, many of them were pieces with a lot of fat. That was my only gripe about it. Now about the hu tieu, which came with all the delicious bbq pork, shrimp, shredded chicken, fried garlic and onions, lightly dressed in an oh so delicious sauce. For me, the sauce was actually the star. Mix everything together and get yourself one delicious bite, filled with so much flavor. The accompanying broth on the side was great as well, with hints of dried shrimp reminiscent of a really good HK wonton noodle soup broth. Highly recommend this place!!

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    I am so glad my bf told us to stop by here when we were in LA; because this was the best thing we…read moreate out here during our little weekend trip! Mama Hieu's started out during COVID and was a small business that was selling plates from the house and due to all of their success, opened up two brick and mortar locations! The spicy garlic butter chicken was soooo good and crispy! It was actually pretty spicy too. I love how they included the pickled veggies! The box came with 7 wings and two scoops of rice and your choice of sauce. We got the Mama Sauce, which was a mayo like sauce. We didn't know what the Andy's Special flavor tasted like, but the workers explained that the flavor is similar to Vietnamese style crab (cua rang). So like oyster sauce, garlic, fish sauce like flavor; sticky. It was hella good!!! No need to dip in the side sauce either. Their fried chicken comes in many unique flavors like salted egg yolk and fish sauce. We weren't really feeling the garlic noodles; come here for the fried chicken box with rice instead! Definitely coming back next time we're in LA!

    So worth the walk from Banh Khot Lady to here! I made it a mission to visit this spot when I was…read morevisiting OC. I've seen so many IG reels about this spot and let me just say it did not disappoint! Love at first bite. The wings were hot and spicy! I ordered 4 pcs spicy garlic butter + 4 pcs fish sauce wings. Everything smelled so good! The chicken wings were fried to perfection. I liked the spicy garlic butter a tad bit more cause I like dry rub. Although the fish sauce was yummy as well. Not too fishy but had good flavor. The staff here were very friendly. I would come back!

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    This has to be one of the best bowls of Wagyu Pho I've had! The broth was crystal clear yet…read moreincredibly rich, with a deep, slow-simmered beef flavor that was comforting without being overly salty. You can tell they put a lot of time and care into making it. The Wagyu beef was the real highlight. It was beautifully marbled, incredibly tender, and practically melted in my mouth after just a few seconds in the hot broth. The quality of the meat really elevated the entire bowl and made it feel like a premium pho experience. The noodles were perfectly cooked, the fresh herbs added great aroma, and every ingredient tasted fresh. The portions were generous, and the presentation was beautiful from the moment it arrived at the table. The restaurant was clean, modern, and welcoming, and the staff were friendly, attentive, and made the dining experience even better.

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    When I'm craving banh xeo this is my go to spot! The #7 bang xeo is always so crispy and I love…read morethat it comes with such a good amount of veggies with it. I also ordered the #6 khay thit gio heo and I loved that the pork shanks are super thin so it doesn't tast gamy at all. It also came with a good amount of veggies and the peanuts do come on the side in a small bowl which is perfect for the people that love this dish but don't like the peanuts with it. Only thing that I would note is that the veggies on both orders came out super wet. We had to remove them from the bánh xeo and onto another plate because we didn't want the bánh xeo to become soggy while we were eating. The service is quick! We were able to get our order in right when we sat down and the utensils and rice paper were brought out right away. We also didn't have to wait long for our food to come out. I would highly recommend this place!

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