Pho Ba Co

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We love this place! The food comes out quick and we love their spring rolls! The staff here is quick and friendly and we have enjoyed our food here. I highly recommend their spring rolls and bun (vermicelli plate dish). read more

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Rom P.

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3 years ago

Spaghetti with basil and shrimp? It was great and that's something new for us ordering at a Veitnamese restaurant. Call me weird but they actually had egg noodles for Pho. I had my rare steak and fish ball and ordered a side of meatballs. The spaghetti dish was sweet with a lot of flavor and 10 pieces of shrimp. My wife was pleasantly surprised when she saw the photo outside the restaurant and she wasn't disappointed at all. The place is clean and the staff was super friendly. The food came expeditiously. A good place to stop for some Vietnamese food. read more

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Alex Y.

3 months ago

Pho ba Co is one of my favorite restaurants in Irvine. I've been coming here for more than 20 years. I still remember the melamine boat that the combos used to come in. Some of our favorites are spaghetti basil (a sweet viet-Italian fusion take on spaghetti bolognese), pho tai, com tam, and the tri color drink. The service is extremely fast and courteous. The restaurant is expansive and remarkably well kept and clean. I still remember sitting under the glass california room. Can't wait to come back read more

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Huy T P.

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Harry V.

3 months ago

Been here a few times now - when in the area - the food and service are great and the pho is the best I've had. I've become a great believer in Vietnamese food now - very healthy and diverse. Give this place a try, you won't be disappointed. read more

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Huy T P.

Thank you for your loyalty and your glowing review, Harry! I just had…

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Valerie C.

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If you're ever in Irvine, this is one of the hidden gem we stumbled upon looking for Vietnamese food! We ordered the appetizer combo that came with spring rolls and egg rolls and a large pho to share and it came with so much meat and noodles! Price point was a bit expensive but was well worth it read more

Pho Ba Co - Vietnamese Near Me - Irvine, California

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Huy T P.

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Alex Mai M.

3 months ago

Food and service is good, prices are fair. Nice and clean place to eat. I will come back in the future again and again.

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Daniel P.

3 months ago

Food is amazing and really tasteful! Highly recommended . Service is on point as well! Really great atmosphere.

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Billy G.

3 months ago

What a great place and friendly staff. Food was great and came out quick Try the spaghetti you won't be disappointed !

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Pearl

3 months ago

The food was so so good. We ordered the pho and the shaken beef with rice. The broth was nice and clean but super flavorful and the beef was so tender. Service and vibes were also great. Will definitely come back! read more

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Kyra L.

3 months ago

Food, the pho and spaghetti noodles especially incredible, great service great atmosphere and was packed per usual despite it being a while since I've been here 10/10 will return! read more

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Brianna T.

1 year ago

Pho broth was extremely flavorful. I typically have to add hoisin to my pho but the soup was flavorful as is. Our waiter and waitress were very attentive and friendly. read more

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Ashley G.

3 months ago

The food and staff are amazing! The owner made us feel right at home with such great hospitality! Give it a try, you will love!

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Nahun R.

3 months ago

My absolute favorite vietnamese place! Gave it a chance and wasnt let down in anyway. Such an amazing team, food was outstanding, and the experience overall with a 10/10. read more

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Denys P.

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1 year ago

When I'm craving a hot, comforting bowl of soup, Pho Ba Co is my go-to. Their pho is always rich, flavorful, and consistently delicious. Fresh herbs, tender meat, and deep broth hit the spot every time. The service is always fast and excellent. read more

Pho Ba Co - Ph Brisket - Vietnamese Near Me - Irvine, California

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Alexis K.

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Very fast service for order pickup. Light, traditional broth. Veggies and toppings were plentiful. Chicken breast was incredibly dry.

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Kim W.

10 months ago

Excellent food and great service. This has been our favorite place for pho. Can't wait to go back. So yummy read more

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Tina T.

1 year ago

Walked in and was immediately greeted by the workers who were in the middle of their meal, and that's how I knew my pho was going to be good. I ordered a meatball pho and it was exactly what I wanted, simple and delicious. Portion size was good too. I want to go back and try other things on their menu. My only complaint is I had to flag someone down for the check and to pay. read more

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Bing L.

10 months ago

Their food is good but Not very comfortable with their service occasionally. One time we sat outside, no one served us, when we asked, the man was very rude and said we should came to him to order, we just left without dining here after being treated like this. And I just placed a Togo order and the man on the phone was impatient and kept saying it's very quick and we should pick up in 10 mins. Recommend staff should be trained how to communicate to work in the restaurant. read more

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nothing too special, but pho is always comforting! Very basic on all marks for me in terms of service, ambiance and meals.

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Clarice D.

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1 year ago

DoorDashed Thai Tea, Pho Rare steak, brisket, & meatball, and Pho Rare steak, brisket, & tripe and all were delicious! However, we ordered large for both and were disappointed to see that, while they gave us a lot of noodles, they didn't give enough broth. I'd say that they gave about a regular-sized portion of the broth, while they doubled the noodles. The best part of pho is the broth, so we were hoping to have more to sip on. We figured this happened because we ordered delivery, so hopefully it's not the case when you dine in. read more

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Yankee D.

9 months ago

Today i ordered the pho beef brisket as usual and the box had a cut open in the corner, when i asked him he said its to help the food i assume to cool off okay i let it slide because if thats how it works there then okay i will accommodate to that yet they were being stingy with the broth like why is my broth at 65% ...i ask for more and they gave more yet this will be my last time because it seems like the service is not even bare minimum. Smh read more

Pho Ba Co - Broth - Vietnamese Near Me - Irvine, California

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Daisy P.

1 year ago

I got the chicken pho with egg noodles and it SLAPS every time The broth is so flavorful and their staff is very friendly I'm a regular at this point ! It does get busy and the vibe is very relaxed 9/10 read more

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Jozel A.

1 year ago

Super fast service and good tasting pho! This will be our new go to pho place! Their restaurant is roomy as well, we usually go dinner and we never had to wait outside. Parking . . .well not too bad! read more

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David K.

10 months ago

My wife, Jane, and I had a wonderful experience today at Pho Ba Co! The service was warm and attentive, and the pho was absolutely extraordinary. I've had pho in Vietnam and in Bolsa, and this bowl made me feel right at home. The broth was rich and aromatic, the noodles perfectly cooked, and the flavors beautifully balanced. Almost forgot -- there's a special ingredient they seem to include in every dish. It's called... love. Vietnamese-owned and operated -- show some love for Pho Ba Co! read more

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Tam M.

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Their Vietnamese ice coffee was on point. Keep in mind Vietnamese coffee is strong but had the perfect amount of sweetness and not too bitter. Their pho is average. My husband didn't like it but I liked it read more

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Tina C.

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My experience here was just okay. The service was alright. Some were nice and some were mean but overall it averages out to an ok service rating. I got the vegetarian pho to share with my friend who is vegetarian and the bowl was kinda stingy with the tofu lol they only gave us 6 pieces in a large sized pho bowl that costs almost $18. For the price and the size I expected better but the broth was at least good. read more

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Tony S.

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It's Fall weather and my home is cold and no one wants to cook so we decided to go to out for Pho. Soup does the body good and Pho is what we are craving for. We had the Beef Bone Pho Special and Egg Rolls. The Beef bone was tender and juicy. The Pho Soup combined with the veggies and spices make you feel at home. The Egg Roll never disappoints us. This is our favorite Pho restaurant in my city and they never disappoint us. read more

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Been coming here for the past 7 years, but it's gone downhill. Used to be 5 stars, but recently it's been a 1 star. For $36 for 2 bowls of pho, the portion size is ridiculously small. Each bowl was $18 but the amount of meat (see in photos) isn't even worth $3. A few small slices of beef and 1/4 a meatball. They don't even provide the to-go bowls anymore. Don't recommend coming here, way better pho spots and for way cheaper. Super disappointing. Quality: 1/5 Price: 1/5 Portion Size: 0/5 read more

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Van M.

11 months ago

I go here all the time with my family and it is amazing the workers are kind and are very friendly. Food is amazing and authentic. Location is convenient and it has a nice atmosphere. I would definitely recommend this spot to anyone who is looking for perfect pho and customer service. read more

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Johan G.

5 months ago

Food was great and service was good, quick, polite and helpful. I will come back when it's Pho time.

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T S.

1 year ago

I enjoy the pho here a lot. It's got a delicious broth and fair amount of meat. This place is a tiny hole in the wall but that's how you know it's good. read more

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Tiffany L.

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Fast and friendly service, but just decent pho. The brisket cuts and broth were solid, but the rare steak was a little dry and the noodles were so stuck together that it was a little inconvenient to eat. The spring rolls were just alright too. The ingredients were fresh, but their combination didn't really work and it was really lacking in flavor. I'd maybe come back if I was in the area, but I think I'd rather make the trip out to Garden Grove for better pho. read more

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Warren W.

1 year ago

I came here bc it had plenty of good ratings but unfortunately it did not live up to the it. The soup was bland, the noodles stuck together, and the meat had a funny smell. But the viet ice coffee was good. read more

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Lisa H.

6 months ago

Food was really good and generous portions. I had chicken with rice and added an egg on top. Would go again.

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Robert L.

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2 years ago

I got a Pho #11 and Pho #13. I think the Pho here tastes clean and flavorful. They always give you fresh garnish like bean sprouts, lime, lemon, jalapeño, mint, and basil when you order Pho here. It's seems to always make me feel a little bit at home when I'm here. Service is always quick and timely, while the environment is always spotless! I've gone here a handful of times prior, so it's been a regular spot that I've continued to enjoy. I don't think it's the best pho I've ever had but it brings me comfort. read more

Pho Ba Co - Pho #13 - Vietnamese Near Me - Irvine, California

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Minjoo K.

2 years ago

Me and my boyfriend love this place Staffs always nice and caring to customers This place is clean and has a good environment My boyfriend took me this place first time the food was so impressive I usually don't eat Vietnamese food but he introduced me this place I was so happy so now I'm always craving the foods what I had here I love here foods and employees are make me feel comfortable Highly recommend here!! read more

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ann p.

2 years ago

Easily accessed Vietnamese food in Irvine. Definitely not as economical as westminster but if one doesn't have time to drive. It works well for those pho cravings. Offerings are more limited (like they don't have the option of tendon) We usually order to go, they are efficient and accurate. read more

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Yelper G.

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1 year ago

Used to be good. Not anymore. Service has dropped off. Seems like no one really cares. You say table for 1 They say sit anywhere you want. After sitting no one tends to you. They assume you are an uber eats pick up lol. Probably multifactorial issues here- language barrier and lack of genuine customer service recipe for disaster god forbid someone mentions an allergy that is either dismissed or misunderstood read more

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Inna B.

7 months ago

We usually get food here to go. Food is good but they should pay more attention to what was ordered. My daughter wanted soup with steak but got combo. Half of it she could not eat because it was 'yucky'. read more

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4250 Barranca Pkwy
Stes J & K
Irvine, CA 92604
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(949) 857-8808
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Hours

What time does Pho Ba Co open?

Pho Ba Co opens at 10:30 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Pho Ba Co close?

Pho Ba Co closes at 8:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 10:30 AM - 8:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Pho Ba Co take Bitcoin?

No, Pho Ba Co does not take Bitcoin.

Does Pho Ba Co take credit cards?

Yes, Pho Ba Co takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Pho Ba Co have catering options?

Yes, Pho Ba Co does have catering options.

Does Pho Ba Co have a drive thru?

No, Pho Ba Co does not have a drive thru.

Does Pho Ba Co have a happy hour?

No, Pho Ba Co does not have a happy hour.

Does Pho Ba Co serve alcohol?

No, Pho Ba Co does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Pho Ba Co allow dogs?

Yes, Pho Ba Co allows dogs.

Does Pho Ba Co have TVs?

No, Pho Ba Co does not have TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Pho Ba Co have bike parking?

Yes, Pho Ba Co has bike parking.

Does Pho Ba Co have outdoor seating?

Yes, Pho Ba Co has outdoor seating options.

Does Pho Ba Co have parking?

Yes, Pho Ba Co has parking options. Private Lot Parking

Other Amenities

Is Pho Ba Co wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Pho Ba Co is wheelchair accessible.

Does Pho Ba Co have free WiFi?

Yes, Pho Ba Co has free WiFi.

From the Business

Specialties

Open for dine-in, patio seating, and take-out. Specializing in phở (rice noodles), cơm (rice) and bún (vermicelli) dishes. Large group seating available. Catering.

Pho Ba Co Reviews in Other Languages

Ask the Community - Pho Ba Co

Do you guys still provide your Thai Basil Spaghetti from the Ha long location? It was a family favorite and we've missed it so much!

We’re sorry for the delay in responding. Yes, basil spaghetti is a popular item in our menu. Thank you for your patronage!

Do they take Apple Pay?

Yes they take Apple Pay 🍎 🍏

The website and Google say they open at 11, but Yelp says 10:30. Which is correct?

We open at 10:30am!

If there is patio seating, are we allowed to bring small dogs?

In the patio area, guests are welcome to bring dogs. Thank you.

Is there gluten in the pho broth?

Our pho broth and rice noodles are all gluten free!

Do they use MSG?

Nope

Do they have vegan options?

There are vegetarian items available. Please see menu.

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SUP Noodle Bar - Irvine

I've always wanted to properly dive into the world of Pho? Well, after an amazing hike in Irvine…read morethe other day, I was absolutely famished and decided it was the perfect time to make that happen. I spent a little while scrolling through options, and boy, am I thrilled I landed on this particular spot! Seriously, it was such a great decision. From the moment I stepped inside, the whole atmosphere was just fantastic - really warm, inviting, and had a super cool vibe. And the food? Oh my goodness, the pho itself was utterly incredible! The broth was incredibly rich and flavorful, and all the fresh ingredients just hit every single spot. It wasn't just good; it was truly the best pho I've ever tasted, by far! The staff, especially the person who served me, was so genuinely friendly and made the whole experience even more enjoyable. I even had a bit of a comical struggle trying to master the chopsticks (still a work in progress, haha!), but honestly, it just added to the fun. I'm already daydreaming about my next visit - I absolutely can't wait to go back!

I've enjoyed the food here on previous visits, which is why this experience surprised me a bit…read more This time, I ordered the ribeye pho and my friend ordered the meatball pho. Both bowls seemed noticeably saltier than what I remembered. In fact, we both found ourselves constantly reaching for water throughout the meal. The ingredients were still good quality, and I generally like what Sup Noodle Bar does with its food, so I'm not sure if this was just an off day or if the recipe has changed. The broth still had depth and richness, but the saltiness overshadowed some of the other flavors. Because I've had better experiences here before, I am still giving it 4 stars and would likely return. I'm hoping this visit was simply an exception rather than the new normal.

Our Beef Belly Pho Lunch Special is back! Valid for dine-in only from 10AM to 4PM.

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NEP Cafe - Irvine

This was my second visit to NEP cafe, and I received the best customer service and experience. I…read moretried the tiramisu iced coffee and it was so delicious 11/10. My boyfriend and I tried the crab toast and Banh Mi chow. Unfortunately, my boyfriend had to take an urgent work call and was unable to eat his food hot. Therefore our server kindly remade it for him, because he said it tasted better warm free of charge. 10/10 would recommend. :)

Mother's Day landed us at Nep Cafe. Even though the place was buzzing, a table opened up right…read morearound 1:00 p.m. like it had been waiting just for us. We settled into the lively chaos...espresso machines hissing, gorgeous plates flying past, everyone around us looking happy. The kids demolished the Garlic Noodles (always a safe bet right?), while my hubby happily worked through the Xôi Mặn with sticky rice, with the Chinese sausage, quail egg, and all the savory goodness packed into one bowl. Then my Beef Belly Rice Bowl arrived and I actually forgot there were three other people sitting at the table. The lemongrass beef belly was smoky and tender, the fried egg melted into the rice, and the nuoc chấm tied everything together with that perfect sweet-salty-tangy magic. Then came dessert...and this is where things got dangerous. The Mango Sticky Rice with pandan sticky rice and salted black sesame was PHENOMENAL. Creamy, fragrant, tropical--like a vacation wrapped in coconut sauce. But then the Sweet Custard Sticky Rice showed up with even more pandan coconut sauce and completely stole the spotlight. I looked at Jordan after the first bite with the kind of expression that says, "We're canceling our afternoon plans because I need a moment." My only complaint? My stomach surrendered long before my curiosity did. There were at least five more dishes I wanted to order, which means one thing: we'll just have to come back!!!

Salted Egg Yolk Pasta with Shrimp

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Kinaree Eatery

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2.4 mi

Locally owned & operated

Family-owned & operated

This place is INSANE !! In the best way (:…read more The menu is so big and everything looks so good my only complaint is that I had a hard time choosing what to get cause I wanted everything ! The Presentation of all the food and drinks were great ! This is like a instagram foodie pages dream spot ! And the inside of this place was decorated so cute it's perfect for a cute date or brunch with your family and friends. The chicken and waffle was amazing and so was the tom yum soup! We ordered drinks, The Benedict and so many other things and everything was great. I'm planning a couple trips back soon cause I have a list of things I need to try D;

This has been on my list to try! We visited on a Sunday and the wait was quite long. We waited for…read moreabout an hour. We saw that there was a party of 20 so I'm guessing that's why the wait was very long. The inside is not super big, but very cute and aesthetic. We wanted to family style our meal. The Khao Soi was so good. I'm obsessed with it. Very flavorful and deep. I love the crunch of the noodles, in addition to the noodles already in the soup. Chicken Waffle was also pretty good. Not dry! Holy Chili Bomb Basil Omelette was really good. I was surprised. I usually don't order omelette as but would definitely order this again. The basil was delicious and there was an Asian fusion to it. The soufflé pancakes were good too. They were soft and loved the cream and jam to go with it. Matcha was okay. I didn't taste the coconut as much as I would like. We had asked multiple times to get small bowls so that we could split the meal but they didn't get it to us until half way through our meal. We were too hungry to wait. This is why the 4 stars! Overall, very yummy meal but took long time to get seated and service not as attentive because they were so busy.

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Nova Kitchen & Bar

Nova was a pleasant surprise as we had no dinner plans made for our Disneyland vacation…read more Even before checking into our hotel (the Hyatt Regency conveniently located next to Nova), we saw the huge sign on the side of the building advertising their happy hour. We decided to give it a try on our first night. Everything from the staff friendliness to the ambiance to the taste of the food was exceptional! The specialty drinks were delicious, and the happy hour prices were more than reasonable. Everything was so good that we went back for a second happy hour in a row. The second visit was just as enjoyable, so much that we decided to visit on Sunday to check out their all you can eat brunch. The selections were amazing with a few exceptions. Some standouts were the ube pancakes, matcha French toast, Toro tartare toast, and garlic scallop fried rice. Some items on the menu left more to the imagination such as the spicy tuna crispy rice, which had no distinct flavor, and the fried oysters. Outside of those selections, the brunch options were amazing and worth the cost. Shout out to Ryan and Koda for the hospitality, and the bartenders that served us during happy hour. I would absolutely recommend this place for anyone visiting Orange County!

Mary was the absolute best server, so kind, and so attentive. I like to ask my servers for…read morerecommendations and I thoroughly enjoyed the meal! She helped make this a wonderful experience. The decor is also so sexy this place is a great place for a date with your man or your girlfriends. The food was so delicious too. I highly recommend this place for dates or friend dates.

SMOREs THAN A MARTINI cocktail (VODKA, ESPRESSO, CREAM, BAILEYS garnished with a flaming marshmallow

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Meizhou Dongpo

Growing up eating in SF Chinatown and having some of the best Peking duck in both San Francisco and…read moreNew York, we came in with high expectations -- and Meizhou Dongpo absolutely delivered. The Peking duck was exceptional: crispy skin, juicy meat, and incredibly fresh wraps and condiments. Easily one of the best we've had in Southern California and noticeably better than many surrounding Irvine spots. The Sichuan dumplings were also amazing with a flavorful spicy sauce, the sweet and sour fish was perfectly cooked and balanced, and even the sticky rice dessert stood out. The decor and atmosphere were also beautifully done -- a great spot for either a themed dining experience or just a nice dinner out. The colors, design, and overall ambiance felt very intentional and well thought out. Service was smooth and welcoming throughout. We unfortunately didn't catch our original server's name, but Tate closed us out and was extremely friendly and personable. In such a competitive Irvine food scene, this place genuinely stands out. Definitely worth coming back for.

Yummy food. They had such good service. The restaurant was so nice and will come back soon. Water…read morerefills were so quick, waiters were super attentive 10/10.

Fresh seafood prepared in a multitude of ways

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Meizhou Roast Duck served with steamed crepes

Krave Asian Fusion Restaurant

Came here for lunch when I was in Irvine for a conference. The hours listed state they open at…read more11:30am. They were a few mins late in opening but really made it work out so we could still have our lunch in a timely fashion. Since they were late in opening up, it did start off warm in the restaurant but cooled down quickly. Great menu choices! I had the loco moco and edamame beans. Just the right portion size. It was tasty and I ended up Eating my whole lunch. I would come back and the reason I gave it the 4 stars because they were late in opening up and not following their posted hours.

It's a great place. I was there with coworkers who'd suggested it. The service was great. That…read moreperfect balance of showing up when you need something, but not hovering. There was a steady flow of customers but it wasn't so bad you couldn't have a conversation. Overall it's comfortable. The wings were great. I'd come back just for those. But I had the chicken curry as well. Honestly not as good as the wings, but it wasn't bad, I'd get it again.

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Siam Station

I've been during to Siam Station for a few years now, and I'm happy to see they've been expanding!…read moreEveryone on the menu is delicious, and this last time I went I ordered a chicken Pad See Ew ($16), Yellow Curry ($16) and Mango Sticky Rice ($12) for dessert. The Pad See Ew has great flavor, although I prefer their Pad Thai, the yellow curry came with a side of rice and had a rich coconut taste, and the mango sticky rice was the perfect dessert to end the meal. The staff is always nice, and this particular location has limited seating both inside and outside. Siam station is definitely a place I would recommend if you're craving some Thai food.

This spot was great! We didn't have a to wait a long time and the space was very spacious :)…read more We ordered their version of hainan. And the beef rice bowl! Honestly it was good and the portion did fill me up! Servers were amazing and understanding! I can't wait to go back and try more food here :)

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VOX Kitchen & Bar - South Coast Plaza

The newest addition to the family DID NOT DISAPPOINT!!…read more Started off with their seasonal Velvet Rose cocktail and it was deliciously strong (but not overbearing). Then went with our server's recommendation and got the spicy shrimp wontons, the rib bone soup and the picanha fried rice. Everything had so much flavor and they all were co complimenting; it was the perfect bite every time no matter what I shoved my chopped sticks in. Was kind of quiet on the Wednesday night I was there but very cute and casual which was exactly what I was looking for after a long day at work. Finished off with a lychee martini and called it a night BUT will most certainly be back to try more (heard a lot of good things about the Saltado fry dishes).

First off, I want to thank Edmond for being an outstanding waiter. He made sure everyone at our…read moretable was well taken care of and was professional, attentive, and respectful throughout our visit. The food was amazing! I had the ribeye with garlic noodles, and it was absolutely delicious. The Burrata Pear Salad was so good, and the fried rice and garlic French fries never disappoint. The restaurant was very clean, and kid friendly . Highly recommend Vox! We'll definitely be back.

Half Shelled Scallops. Part of our new Spring/Summer menu at VOX Kitchen & Bar.

Carne Asada Fries. Part of our new Spring/Summer menu at VOX Kitchen & Bar.

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Corn Ribs

Pacific Catch

This place offers a solid happy hour (aloha hour) menu, and it's actually worth the price. I love…read morethat it's also dog friendly. They even offered our dog treats. We got two margaritas, the Serrano ahi pike, sticky ribs, cod taco, and steak taco from the aloha hour menu. The margaritas were delicious and not too sugary. All the food items had decent portions. My favorite was the cod taco. It was saucy and well battered. The sticky ribs were on the salty side and kinda chewy. Zero complaints about the other items tho.

Visited here during Father's Day. The service and staff were all really nice…read more For a fast casual restaurant, it really wasn't all that bad. Everything we had, though, seemed to have a "day old "quality to it The tuna on the poke bowl had a bit of a slime/stickiness to it.. instead of a sharp fresh quality. The crudo.. same thing. Also. It was covered in a mango sauce.. you couldn't even make out the slices of fish .. so you couldn't appreciate the texture through the thickish sauce The mixed platter had an unappetizing coleslaw that seemed well past its prime. The sweet potato fries and dipping sauce were the highlight of the tray. The batter on the fried fish was still undercooked, so it was wet and gooey underneath and just fell off the fish. The calamari was overcooked. The crabcake, though, had the best flavor and was the second best thing on the tray If I'm in the area,, I might give it another shot. But prolly not. For two non alcoholic drinks, mixed fries platter, crudo appetizer, and a ahi poke bowl.. we dropped $100 Worth it? Nope

Barramundi Sea Bass | Vietnam, Sesame Green Beans, Thai Brussels

Interior

Edamame Steamed

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Little Sister

Little Sister is the perfect blend of authentic Vietnamese with a chic restaurant vibe! My husband…read moreand I have visited 3 times and have always had a great experience. The food is 10/10 - The flavors are complex and interesting and each dish has its own unique profile. I highly recommend sitting on the patio! The fresh air and natural light makes the experience even brighter! Adam was our server and he had the best recommendation. The bee sting cocktail and the pork chop (OG style) were very memorable! Excellent service paired with an incredible menu always makes for a great lunch date!

3.5ish overall. food…read more- pho was a bit oily, the curry needed more salt, chicken wings were okay. broken bowl chicken was TENDER!! first souvide? interior - very comfy, love the decor and the vibe! service - average Probably would not come again. Better viet food elsewhere.

Lemongrass chicken broken rice

Cool ambience

Seafood rice

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Chubby Cattle BBQ

I had chubby cattle the first time in Atlanta, Georgia. It's great they have it in CA too…read more Our waiter Ryan is great and funny. He's super passionate about his job. The food was delicious too. Legit milk tea and desserts and everything. Will come back again.

Omg this is the best chubby cattle out of the SoCal locations!! The service that Andy provided us…read morewas the best the food came out before I could even think of what to eat next! Also the birthday songs the waiters sang were actually catchy haha 10 out of 10!

Wagyu Otoro Uni Caviar Handroll / 和牛金枪鱼大膜手卷

Sukiyaki soup

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Wagyu Uni Caviar Nigirl

Baekjeong - Irvine

Always love coming to Baekjeong for the brisket and ribeye! Definitely recommend the sides as well…read more(steamed egg, kimchi pancake etc.). The location in San Jose is also nice, but the Irvine location is definitely noticeably better in terms of meat quality and service. Thank you to Ryan for making the experience a great meal with family!!

We got the small beef combo it was enough food for 2 people. Khue was our server and he cooked…read moreeverything for us to perfection. We definitely got lucky to have him help us out. We also got the seafood pancake. It was probably one of the best pancakes ive had in a while. We paired everything with their new mocktails. The lychee flavored one was to die for. Overall was a great way to end our Irvine day trip 10/10 :)

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Hako

We ordered their signature dish, eventhough I am not a fan of Japanese curry. The cooking and…read morepresentation are very executed and most importantly, tasted great!

guys... my fiancé loves katsu and he says he would truly d word for this place bc he loves it SOOO…read moremuch!! like WOW. and ofc i mean that as the highest compliment!!!! ‍ hako is tucked away in an irvine center that has tons of parking, but it can still be pretty packed so keep that in mind! the restaurant itself isn't too large either, so the wait times can be high if you don't get there outside of peak hours. they do have a yelp waitlist though, so utilize it!! the restaurant is always clean and in order, and service is always so quick, kind, and on top of it. here's what we tend to order: - hamburg beef katsu: my meat of choice will always be beef, and the beef katsu here is SO juicy and flavorful. it's my favorite and i dream about it LOL - hire katsu: my fiancé's choice! a nice pork katsu, it's always cooked to perfection, nice and tender, and just wow.. NO NOTES. on top of the katsu itself, the salad is always delicious (love the dressing!), miso soup is heartwarming, i love the pickled onions/jalapeños and radish, and the DIPPING SAUCE??? i need the recipe!! ok i'm done but pls just know: LOVE THIS PLACE DOWNNNN. will be back soon!!!! :-)

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Habana

First time at this place and it was amazing! The service was great and the food was delicious. Our…read moreserver Tony recommends the churrasco stl.

Emmanuel Ramirez amazing service very nice guy. Always right on time. Made us feel like at home.read more

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All That Shabu

Didn't I mention we love Shabu Shabu and come here about once a month?…read more Yes, our recent visit was as great as usual.

TLDR: You're paying about $40 for 11 meat options, a fully loaded buffet table, decent cooked…read morefoods, all you can drink soda, and ice cream. I'd say it's a hard deal to beat, given the current shabu landscape. I just felt that the meats weren't good enough to merit a 5-star rating. Soup: I'd stay away from the Original House broth because that's the blandest. Yes, the meats would flavor it up, but I prefer to have an already good broth that the meat will improve. I'll list the meats that I liked, so I ordered these multiple times. - 8. Filet Mignon - 9. All that Shabu: Ribeye - 10: Angus Choice: Beef Chuck Flap - 11: Lamb shoulder These are the ones that are okay. Stuff I won't eat too much of - 1. Angus Beef Brisket - 3. Angus Flat Iron Steak - 4. Angus Chuck Eye Steak One and dones - 2. Wagyu style beef belly - 7. Free range chicken breast Fried Rice: I thought it was fine. Adding some meat to it, soup, or other viands would help spice things up. Bulgogi: Good enough to get as a chaser. Better than the one and done meats, but not better than the rest of the pack. Chicken wings: Cold, used to be crispy, it's how they get people to stop eating the meats. Good enough to try, but I'd refrain from eating too much of this. Buffet section: Good amount of vegetables, classic shabu balls (squid ball, lobster ball, fish ball, etc), some seafood options (white fish, clams, frozen baby scallops), and some noodle options. I would say that I kinda wished they had Goma (sauce), because they didn't. Service: Solid. They make sure you're topped up all the time, and the food arrives relatively quickly. Although, I came here during a slow night. Ambiance: Classic shabu vibe. A bunch of tables for 8s that have an option to be split between parties if needed. The buffet area is in the center of everything, and there's a good amount of space between tables and within the buffet section.

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Kiyo M.

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3 years ago

This place is soooooo overrated. Portion amount is sooo stingy. This place is poor value and taste. Pho is average. It was $16.75 for a large. A regular size at other Pho places is more than their "large". Extremely small amount of grilled pork meat (like really sad amount, I was shocked) and taste was so so basic... Not worth the $18.95 price at all. There was hardly any of that juicy charboiled grill flavor that I've experienced before from other Vietnamese places. I wouldn't wait to eat here. The first time I came here at night, the wait list was so long, I decided to eat at "Mooji Ramen" instead that's a few feet away (which turned out to be better!) Well, I came during lunch, this time, excited to finally try this place out, only to be majorly disappointed. There's no "wow" factor at this place at all, I don't understand the hype or why there is such a wait list. For sure, there's way better pho/Vietnamese restaurants out there. I wouldn't eat here again. Also their automated iPad tip is calculated based on total after tax, so you're actually giving more. read more

Luis A.

13 years ago

I was never a big fan of Pho. I remember just a couple months ago i did not even know what Pho was , yet my girlfriend recommended it and i tried it out. I was disappointed as many people including my girlfriend praised it to be a amazingly delicious savory dish. So after my first encounter with Pho I genuinely gave up on it especially for the fact that is so pricy. Just yesterday i gave Pho another chance we ended up going to Pho Ba Co. The place is very nice ( like most things in Irvine) the employees where exceptionally helpful, even thought i had a little trouble with their accents, yet it was a good atmosphere overall. Now let me get to the Pho, in a few words it was amazingly delicious i mean i now understand what every one loves about this Vietnamese dish that is making a serious name for itself. The broth was perfectly seasoned the noodles where very well cooked and the meat was plenty-full and savory. It was a opinion changing diner and i thank Pho Ba Co for it. Good job. read more

Carol S.