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    Pho 97 One

    4.0 (306 reviews)
    ModerateVietnamese, Hot Pot
    Open 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    PHO 97 ONE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids

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    Richard D.

    Another visit to our favorite Vietnamese restaurant in Kapolei. Everything is excellent... food, service, cleanliness, etc. Highly recommended.

    Spring rolls
    Mabeline M.

    Weather this month is crappy! Didn't wanna drive far and wanted something near. Anyway, been wanting to try this place for a while. Price for what they gave was worth it. Taste wasn't as vibrant as i expected, but it was satisfying with the weather and gave that hunger crave a fullness. I was so hungry I forgot to take a picture of the pho we ordered. It was our first time here so we were exploring their menu. Plus our kids usually just eat a combo pho and for an apparent reason it wasn't listed "combo pho" on the menu. Haha in the beginning I felt they were getting impatient, which I understand cause it's not like the menu is huge with things. Anyway, one of the workers we had hard time understanding, there was Language barrier. Anyway, We ended up ordered spring rolls, 2 combo pho and spicy bun bo hue. Service was quick. They always came around to check if we needed anything or needed more water. The place was clean and spacious which is great because we have 4 kids and needed the double stroller for our infant and our toddler was sleeping. So they were able to sit 4 of us and space next to table for the double stroller but yet leaving area for them to be able to serve us our food. Not our favorite pho spot, but I'm sure we'll return here again.

    Veronica P.

    Been wanting to try this place for a while, and I was really impressed on my first visit. I ordered the Dac Biet style pho and my husband got the banh mi sandwich, both were delicious! The atmosphere was clean, quiet, and chill. The staff was friendly, guided us where to sit, and took our order quickly. Because we enjoyed it so much, we decided to come back again. This time, we went in the evening, about an hour before closing. I'm assuming it may have been due to the late timing, but the pho broth tasted very different, much less flavorful than before. We had to rely on garnishes and sauces to bring the flavor up. That said, I understand restaurants can have off days, so I'm definitely willing to give it another try. Overall, a great experience with a bit of inconsistency, which is why I'm giving 4 stars for now. I'll update my review after my next visit!

    Mike M.

    Craving a solid bahn mi without making the drive about 5 miles to my normal go to spot. Decided to give this restaurant a shot since it was about a 5 minute drive from me. I'm a believer in always supporting my go to stops but I'm also a believer in liking more than one place for my favorite food. Glad I did! The restaurant itself is very clean, spacious and has a lot of parking. Staff were very patient, always filling up water and cleaning tables. They were very pleasant and had a great smile on their faces. No matter what day I'm having, a great smile is always nice. I took a chance on their roast pork and it totally paid off. Initially, it didn't look like much but it was loaded up well. It had all the makings of a solid bahn mi. Lightly toasted soft baguette, savory meat and pate, tangy pickled vegetables and fresh herbs. Officially adding this place as a go to. Ps. I love capping my meal off with a delicious sweet potato tapioca dessert. Their version is delicious.

    JessicaLynn R.

    I gotta say this is one of my favorite pho spots!! The broth is flavorful and food is always served hot and fresh. Service is quick and fast from our orders being taken to when we get our food. Love their spring rolls, so hot and crispy. Definitely a place to rave about!

    Tri N.

    I ordered the Bun Bo Hue today. So what is Bun Bo Hue? It's a complex and robust noodle soup that has a varying degree of spiciness, mildly sour and herbaceous. There really is no sweetness to it. Overall I give it a 4/5. I'm comparing it to places I've eaten in Southern California in Little Saigon and Vietnam. Here is my breakdown: Good: 1. Decent amount of meat. Some places skimp out on the meat portion and all they give you is a bunch of noodles. 2. The beef shank was perfectly cooked and melted in your mouth. Good job! 2. Fresh and plenty of herbs. I really like that they also provided shredded banana blossom and morning glory. You don't always find this at most Vietnamese restaurants. 3. I am happy that they DID NOT provide blood cakes. I think for most Americans, blood cakes is not something that is appetizing. Even for me, I tend to take it out if it's provided. Bad: 1. Nothing bad stands out. I think I would suggest providing the noodle soup in a bigger bowl. Neutral: 1. Typically in Bun Bo Hue, thicker round noodles are used. In this case, they used thin vermicelli noodles you find in summer rolls. I kinda like that to be honest with you all..... What I would of wanted more from the broth: 1. The broth overall was good. I think if there was more of a lemon-grass flavor to the broth, it would have added more to the taste. 2. I would have like more of the shrimp paste flavor. I know not everyone likes the fermented and "stinky" smell of fermented shrimp paste, but there are ways to add it to the broth and hide the smell while enhancing the flavor. 3. I personally like pork knuckles or hock, and I would have like bigger and more of it, but it's not a deal breaker. Vietnamese Ice coffee (without the condense milk): 1. I would suggest adding more sugar next time. I could taste the bitterness of the Robusta beans. Not a deal breaker. DOG FRIENDLY - I brought my dog (service dog) with me and had absolutely no issue. I think even if my dog didn't have the service dog vest on, I don't think the staff would have minded. So THANK YOU for being pet friendly. Have I had amazing Bun Bo Hue? Yes....in Vietnam. But you're also in Hawaii and I think the people at this restaurant did a great job. I would order it again.

    At this point I'm done . So disappointing!
    Nikki N.

    Don't order the spicy beef noddle here !! It's one of the worst one on the island . No flavors, they use thin noodles instead of the thick ones. And the meat is bland and tasteless . Wish I would throw it away but it'll be a waste of money !! Atleast make it right if they gonna sell one of the most popular vietnamese soup !! Embarrassing.

    Pho dat biet and bun rieu
    Trung L.

    Big place with lots of seating, and attentive staff. You can get whatever Vietnamese food you're craving. I got the special Pho and the Bun rieu. Unfortunately the pho broth tasted bland to me, didn't have the aromatic flavor and taste that I'm used to, I had to ask for fish sauce to season it more. The brisket was dried and kinda tough. The plus side is they give you a lot of veggies. The bun rieu was also bland, didn't have enough of the crab umami flavor to it. Will probably pass and won't be back to try anything else in the future.

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    Aaliyah H.

    Good pho place in Kapolei. Why take off a star? Honestly, the Chicken Pho did not have a lot of flavor. The restaurant is clean, good place for groups since the table settings are flexible, and there's TVs on both sides advertising some items you wouldn't even consider ordering, which is great marketing! I was also pretty grateful they allowed me to sit my son in his car seat on a chair and block one pathway so that I could enjoy my dinner comfortably. Service was impressive, he memorized everything we ordered without even writing it down. And we didn't just ordered pho, we ordered a couple of sides too! I ordered chicken pho and my husband ordered a regular pho with different cuts of beef in it. I was disappointed that the chicken pho did not have a lot of flavor. Honestly, I just ate it because it was hungry but it was pretty bland. Although, my husbands pho was decent. Again, both were okay, nothing special. So that's why I gave them three stars. It's because you eat pho on a cold, rainy night like this because it's supposed to hit the spot...these didn't! Disappointingly... Really do wish the broth had more flavor to make the dinner memorable. And I believe everyone at the table didn't have much to say either. Like the food was okay...but it could be better.

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    Dianna R.

    Considering the price and amount, this place is 4 stars. The taste is not anything amazing, but it has a home comfort sort of vibe to it. It is what I expect a mom making. I appreciated that the summer roll had a pork option. I also liked that they offer more veggies if you want. The service was good. They left me alone, but they were helpful if asked. They have booster seats with a buckle if you ask. Very busy on a Friday night for dinner!

    12/24/25
    Starla T.

    Pho 97 One has us coming back time and time again. My coworkers love it so much, they stop by at least once a week!! The service is always fast and friendly while everything always tastes so good. I've been to other pho places where the pho doesn't have taste, but theirs definitely does. The medium is really filling! Just when I think I ran out of beef, I find more in my bowl. For $17-ish it's totally worth the price. I like that there's a lot of parking right out front. The restaurant is also nice and clean. When it comes to pho in Kapolei, they're the best place to go!

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    Aimee K.

    I was fighting a cold or virus or something that made for a less than enjoyable vacation. Whenever I feel sick, one of my go to home remedies is some kind of pho so I was so happy to find some relief at Pho 97 One in Kapolei! Their pho broth was exactly what I needed which made my heart, stomach and sinuses oh so happy! Now that I've been there I know where to go the next time I'm there. The service was just right and the place good pretty packed on this slightly drizzly day so it was reassuring to see so many people enjoying their warm bowls of love! Parking is easy and conveniently just outside the front door. The dining room is spacious and the tables were cleared very quickly to keep their customers happy. Go Pho their goodness and you'll be so happy you went! Please go pho me too since I can't go until I go back for another vacation again!

    Worked late the other night...noodle salad and eggroll was very satisfying
    Edith S.

    Worked late the other day. When I left the office, it seemed a bit dark out. Thought to myself, I'm hungry. Hardly any traffic and so I cut over three lanes as I thought, the vermicelli bun would satisfy my need to eat a salad but I want noodles and fried eggroll. When I first pulled into the parking lot, it was empty and wasn't sure they were open even if the Open neon sign was on. But yay! They had two patrons having dinner. I guess they parked in the other side of the building. Sat down and glad I knew what I wanted as the dinner crowd trickled in about 5-mins later. Everything is expensive but the food appears less expensive than some of the other Vietnamese restaurants nearby. The service was great even as the restaurant was getting busy. The food was good. Very satisfying. And the sun was setting, the restaurant wasn't too loud, rename food channel on TV. Just a great way to unwind from a busy day.

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