Was invited here by a friend for some nice pho on a rainy day. It felt very rushed to order our food(waitress Tran kept coming to our table to ask every 2 minutes. We didn't get any utensils, was told they were being cleaned but never checked in again to update us or give them to us. Food was ok, definitely not the best. Just 2 sauces for topping the pho, and apparently they didn't have watercress. Waitress Tran's attitude was definitely not needed and needs to practice good hygiene in a restaurant. Our table literally seen her DIGGING in her nose, did NOT wash her hands and continued to place chopsticks into their slits. I immediately got nauseous. Lastly, we had asked for a bag for our leftovers, and was told there wasn't any, but a guy (not sure if the owner, but was delegating tasks) went a pulled a whole pack out. So makes me wonder if there really wasn't watercress for my pho...... oh and also this same guy called a guest that walked out pissed off psychotic.... Yeah will not be recommending to no one!!! read more

I enjoy the menu shaming me to not be a beginner since I usually only order Pho Tai and led me to branch out and order round eye steak, flank, and fatty flank. Man, that fatty flank really is delish! We get a side of grilled pork spring rolls to round out our meal and I am happy camper with a nice soup belly. read more

This place is very comfortable and nice. The food is authentic viet, for me that the most important.

One of the better Vietnamese places I've been so far in Boston and around. Been here couple times for quick lunch or dinner, and service has always been fast! This place tends to be crowded on Friday dinner, but I never had to wait for too long (5 - 10 mins on average) - bonus point for that! I think a good point to remember is that you don't expect top-notch service when you come to restaurants like these - therefore I appreciate their no fuss attitude. Their phó has a nice beefy broth without feeling overpowering. My typical to go is the Phó with Eye Round Steak, as I prefer leaner beef. If you prefer spicier broth, opt for one of their specials, Hué-style noodle soup with Oxtail. Portions are quite standard compared to other Vietnamese restaurants, and moderately priced, so can't really complain on that. I consider this a great neighboorhood restaurant and it has been on top of my list when the fridge at my home is empty. Will definitely come back for more Phó as the weather gets colder! read more

Pho Bistro - Phó with Eye Round Steak - Vietnamese Near Me - Malden, Massachusetts

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Went there for dinner, food is good, but watch out for your bill!!! The first bill they gave me automatically included the tip as 20% of my order, which did not make sense as the customer should have the right to decide how much to tip. However, I accepted it and gave the waiter my credit card. Then they returned another bill for me to sign, which showed the total amount of the first bill that included the tip as 20% of my order, however, the item for tip was printed as Gratitude. Then at the bottom of the bill, there is another box for me to choose the percentage of the tip, which is 18%, 20%, or more of the first bill, which already included the tip!!! I checked the 20% box but realized that the tip was already included in the first bill. So I unchecked it and put the total amount as the amount of the first bill they showed me. However, the waiter told me the 18% of the first order was automatically added as tip! I told him it's already added, and it's 20%. He seemed not buying it. Anyway, watch out for what you are signing for. Of course, I would never go to this restaurant again. read more

We order 3 drinks, 2 with NO ice and they say need to pay more. Ok fine we can pay more.... WE PAID MORE BUT WE ALSO GET LESS DRINK!!! this place is a joke! read more

Pho Bistro - Coconut juice and coffee - Vietnamese Near Me - Malden, Massachusetts

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This place only has business because of the scarcity of pho options in this Malden area. I honestly was shocked they tried to serve me two piece of tofu skin for $8. The clay pot was advertised as having Shrimp, Scallops, Squid and fish cake but it only had shrimp, fish cake and fake crab meat--- no scallop or squid and no fried onions on top as the photo indicated. If you've run out of ingredients you should be up front to your customer. The main ingredient was celery in the clay pot. My boyfriend said his pho was only 3 bites. Eating here is like highway robbery. Also service isn't great. read more

Pho Bistro - $8 fried tofu skin advertised as having shrimp - Vietnamese Near Me - Malden, Massachusetts

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As a Vietnam Pho-lover, I'm very disappointed with this store. The quail is over-cooked and result in the sugar dressing on the skin to taste bitter. Too many sugar in the iced coffee, or the branch of liquor-sugar doesn't fit for balancing the coffee. The Pho i ordered is on the average. Soup, meat and basil are fresh. However, the pho itself has no flavor, which is not slated during boiling. read more

Pho Bistro - Quail 7. Chim Cut Chien/Roasted quails - Vietnamese Near Me - Malden, Massachusetts

The food was delicious and the waiter was very nice and accommodating. Only thing was the booths were uncomfortable to sit in. The spring rolls are were a highlight. read more

Pho Bistro - 150. Vegetable spring roll - Vietnamese Near Me - Malden, Massachusetts

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Pretty average pho and pretty average prices. The space is nice and spacious, so you will definitely get a seat when you're craving some pho. The pho itself was pretty good, but not mindblowing good. I ordered a large bowl, which was just large enough for a hearty dinner. I also felt that the meat in my bowl wasn't great quality beef flank. But the soup does hit the spot when you're craving some pho in the Malden area (pre/post-Boda Borg, anyone?) read more

Pho Bistro - Vietnamese Near Me - Malden, Massachusetts

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I will never go to this restaurant I order some take out and when I eat the meat is bad and I call and let them know the meat taste funny or bad then they asked my phone # and my name and they told me they will give me back a Credit next time when I order so I order next time and I tell them what happen and the say no one in charge in the restaurant now so is not thing they can do so since then I've never been there again read more

We had a group of kids Boda Borging for 2 hours so we wandered about Malden center debating lunch. We settled on Pho as a not too heavy satiating selection. This place has 2 top tables that I suppose could be arranged to accommodate a group as big as maybe 18 but it's really a good date meal location. The menu has several pages of Pho to choose from as well as fried rice dishes and appetizers. They also do specialty mixed teas. I ordered the Bun bo cha, shrimp meatball soup. It was very good. It had lots of meatball. It's not a meatball in the traditional sense. It was more like chunks of meatloaf. The soup had a great lemony flavor. It features vermicelli noodles that are more robust than traditional rice noodles. It was delicious. I threw a few scoops of the red pepper sauce from the table on top and mixed it in. It added some great heat. I really liked this. We also had Pho tai bo vien. Noodle soup with eye round steak and meatballs. This dish seemed to have a lot less meat. I don't know if someone just didn't add enough or this is how they normally serve it but it had 2 tiny meatball pieces and 4 slivers of shaved steak. The taste was great but the meat was lacking. $25 with tip was an otherwise reasonable lunch. read more

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I am a big fan of pho noodle soups and have been enjoying it for years. What makes a good pho noodle is the flavor in the soup. Pho bistro is by far one of the best I have ever had. The soup had soo much flavor. The meat was well good and the jalapeño that comes with it was actually really spicy. I enjoyed every bit of it and would highly recommend it. read more

Pho Bistro - Pho beef with brisket and flank - Vietnamese Near Me - Malden, Massachusetts

Pho was delicious and would go back for it, everything else I wouldn't recommend. Smoothies were not good at all. Was so sugary I couldn't even drink it. read more

I am a bit disappointed with my dinner tonight, this place used to have the best pho, the soup was so good. I ordered beef brisket pho, I got a pound of noodle and maybe an ounce of meat, the soup broth was not good. I also ordered a Vietnamese crepe, it was all bean sprouts and 3 pieces of thiny sliced shrimps. I will stick with Pho Eastern from now on. It was waste of my money, pre covid the food was great, now prices went up and quality went way down. A unhappy customer! read more

Came here for a dinner break from Boda Borg, which is just a 3 minute walk away. They were able to seat us right away although many of the other tables were filled. My boyfriend and I shared the chicken wing appetizer. They were much better than any wings I've ordered from other asian restaurants. I got the small sized pho and my boyfriend got the large. To be honest there wasn't much of a size difference, tending towards the smaller size, and I know my boyfriend was a bit disappointed with his serving size. The quality of the pho itself was average, but even average pho is good pho! If you're in the mood for Vietnamese food before, after, or during a boda borg visit, I would definitely recommend this place. read more

Great service and good food Just as needed, nice servers, outdoor seating appreciated. read more

Very clean restaurant, really spacious. They have a pretty extensive menu, but you can't go wrong with their pho. QUAIL - This is a must try! I ordered this for an appetizer. Comes with 4 cut pieces of quail. It's basically a small bird, so it's very bony and can be a little difficult to eat. But whatever sauce it's marinated in, it's so good! And it's cook perfectly. The meat is tender but the outside is slightly crispy. This would be perfectly paired with rice. OXTAIL PHO: Tastes like pho from any other restaurant, but love that they have oxtail. It's hard to find many places that serve it in Boston. Oxtail just tastes like beef, but extra meaty flavor. Comes with 4 pretty large chunks. It's chewy and bony so it'll take some time to eat. Only downside is that this bowl does not come with any other meats, just the 4 pieces of ox tail. They also have oxtail bun bo hue. Mon-Fri from 4pm-6pm you can get Thai Iced Tea for $1. It's so good! read more

TL:DR - Maybe not the best pho, but so convenient and it hits the spot... esp. on a hangover Pick - #46, Special Combination w. all cuts of meat Detailed Review Fairly large location with a lot of seating. Service can be hit or miss, but the few misses appeared to be a newish waiter, possibly on training. My trusted pho is typically the #46 if I'm waking up from a hangover, or extremely hungry. And the big boy I am, I'll typically go with the extra large. And I'll load up on beansprouts, lime juice, sriracha, hoisin, and fish sauce Food *#46 Special Combination Pho - This is my go to. Love all the different textures and flavors of all the different cuts read more

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Best service & great food. They serve you so many noodles and meat with your Pho (which I love). I always go here then a boba spot right around the corner. read more

Third time I come to eat Pho here!! I got the combination mix! Very tasty and good! Large bowl is more than enough. Should you come with a very big appetite than the XL should do it. Water is given as soon as you are seated and you are given a couple minutes to look through the menu. Very simple service friendly. Their special wings are crunchy and absolutely delicious! Place is moderately big, nice atmosphere and warm. Prices are super affordable. Will definitely come back! read more

Pho Bistro - Vietnamese Near Me - Malden, Massachusetts

We made effort to stopped for Pho, Com for several times within several weeks. We looked at the table, there were small tray with spoons and some other small bottles seasoning. They must be cleaned after hours. We snapped several pictures but we give this restaurant opportunity to rectified for better sanitations. They do not have proper server, they not happy nor friendly. Must be students visas. read more

I really enjoyed the pho it was very tasty and it is served very hot which I love. I would definitely recommend this place, as I have been a few times and was not disappointed. The seafood noodle soup could have a couple more shrimp, but other than that everything was good. This time I had the beef pho (steak and brisket) and thoroughly enjoyed it. read more

Craving Vietnamese food and the banh mi place was closed so I came here for soooomething, anything. Ended up having the grilled pork & shrimp w/ eggroll vermicelli bowl. It was nothing to write home about. The pork was the only thing that was flavorful in the whole bowl. The eggroll just had that fried and oily taste to it so you couldn't really tell what was in the filling. Really just not memorable overall. Service was okay, lots of waiters/waitresses around but no one really paying attention. Decor was suuuuper cute though, had a southeast Asia vibe that I liked. read more

Pho Bistro - Grilled pork and shrimp vermicelli bowl - Vietnamese Near Me - Malden, Massachusetts

Come here occasionally. I still call them Pho Hoa, keep forgetting their name change. Food is decent. Prices are fair. They have a huge variety of pho dishes. I've previously tried the oxtail and filet versions, but was not impressed. When ordering, try to ask for less fatty cuts in your pho otherwise they'll give you a numerous amount. Service is decent. You usually get seated right away. The only issue I've encountered is the staff glaring at you your entire meal. Like, don't you have anything better to do? Also, I've seen the servers tossing menus at customers once seated. Rude much? The lighting is also dim in there, which I fail to understand why.. Street parking only, metered also. Sometimes if you're lucky you can get a spot in the little parking lot on Pleasant Street across from All Seasons. read more

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Came here with my girlfriend. I would say 5 stars for the foods. But the service still required some training. My gf ordered pho and I ordered a rice plate ( rice, meatloaf, egg, pork chop) I literally didn't get any utensil( fork, knife) and I didn't get my sweet sauce ( that come with every rice plate). I will come back next time even I know the service will be bad. But whatever what can you expected in these day. read more

Pho Bistro - #100 from the menu - Vietnamese Near Me - Malden, Massachusetts

Blasphemy! Vermicelli should never be served hot but yet Pho Bistro does! I ordered special bun which came with grilled beef, grilled shrimps, and an egg roll. The bowl came out with piping hot vermicelli and cold to the touch everything else. Needles to say I was disappointed. The beef was not in slices but stuck together in strands and tasted like they were immersed in soy sauce for days. One pathetic shrimp. One cold and wet egg roll. Now the service: bad! Waitresses were joking and sitting around like they were bored. Bad food. Bad service. What else does one come to a restaurant for? read more

Love this place. Whenever I am in the mood for pho, this is the one. It never disappoints . Personal favorite is #69 with Ox tail. The broth is so rich and satisfying with the noodles perfectly cooked. The fresh rolls with shrimp is the perfect appetizer to start with before the pho bowls arrive. Would def recommend this place to those who like pho! Can't go wrong with any dish on the menu! read more

Pho Bistro - Love this one with ox tail! - Vietnamese Near Me - Malden, Massachusetts

I have been here three times within the past two months. Sometime at the end of this summer, I discovered Pho Hoa. I used to go across the street for some Pho, until I discovered that Pho Hoa's menu was slightly cheaper in pricing. The ambiance of the restaurant is delicate and almost holistic, which makes the dining experience THAT much more enjoyable! Pho is delicious! They come in every size, ranging from kid to XL. It took me three visits to learn which size bowl my stomach can conquer. First try: Medium, and I lost. Second try: Small, and I lost. Third try: kid, and I still lost. Needless to say, the sizes of the soups are overwhelming. But, the flavor, complexity and deliciousness is everything that could possibly fix every care in the world! With the powers of this noodle soup, this will put your mind at ease! It is what I crave on a cold night. The soup warms the soul and sends orgasmic chills down my spine. Service could be more attentive and smiley. I also would have appreciated extra napkins, and whatnot. But, hey, these aren't American native speakers. But, they make good genuine food. Give it a try and be impressed! read more

Pho Bistro - Large #37 vs children's #46 - Vietnamese Near Me - Malden, Massachusetts

The pork meat ball spring rolls was amazing! The best I've everrrrrr had. Pho was good. Nice place for a quick lunch. Parking is limited. You either park in the street or the parking lot. read more

Pho Bistro - Meat ball spring rolls is a must try! - Vietnamese Near Me - Malden, Massachusetts

This place has gone down hill! A large bowl of pho looks like a small bowl of pho, couldn't even add the garnishes and sauce without making a mess! The staff was all busy on their phone and didn't even come by the table to see how everything was. They were just so quick to leave the tables! This place is ridiculous! Will never come here again! read more

It WAS one of the best for some hot, tasty pho. The reputation took over and it's not the same. Now, this place relies on what it used to be. Don't get me wrong, you can still get grab a variety of Vietname cuisine, it's just good not great. read more

Been here couple of times. The service today was horrible. Was seated, and then 2 tables after me. They offered them menues and served them food, while I didn't even get the menue! The staff was literally walking back and forth infront of me and ignoring me. I even asked to make an order, and the guy just walked by! Didn't even respond. They are unusually busy today to be fair, but it's impolite and not fair to serve costumers who came later read more

Best pho in town!! After you're done eating you need to take a nap. I always get an XL for the price you will want too. Filet mignon was so rich in flavor! The broth takes hours to make and boy you can tell, it was almost an explosion of flavors in my mouth. And for the people who don't like soup, the pork plate is so delicious. The only thing is you might want to throw a little salt on the rice. They now serve Vietnamese breakfast as well. But overall the restaurant is nice, always busy and friendly. read more

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I like the food here. Everything I've had have been very fresh and delicious. The loss of the star is just for their portion size. Which can lack. Like $6 for 2 egg rolls. Other than that, the food is usually good. read more

Went here again today, for a early dinner, 530/tuesday. Pretty empty...since it's early. I got the 34. pho with eye steak and meat balls. large. 6.95$ Very little meat...okay amount of meatballs. The soup was tasty. The meat was OVERCOOKED! I'm used to the meat being kinda raw and you cook it in the soup...but this was all cooked when it came out. I swear, there was like 4-5 pieces only. You get bigger portions in chinatown, at least soup wise for that price. my avocado shake was okay. read more

Pho is amazing! This is a good place to come if you do not want to alllllllllll the way to Chinatown and get some good chicken pho. My cousin and I like to come here and get a bowl with fresh shrimp rolls... The atmosphere is relaxing and service is good! Its cozy and nice to have a place so close to our place! I would recommend this place in Malden since it is so close. read more

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The service was weird. Food cold, and the employees like dont need the customers. The used the attitude to service. I dont know what his name, after he take my order he threw the menu on another table just because I asked him about the food? If you are feel okay with the food and dont mind how they service. Just come! read more

Convenient location, nice place, good decoration, delicious food. The service is not bad, but it should improve.

Delicious and for a good price... Try everything on the menu, its worth it.... Except the bubble tea of course.... Haha read more

Pho Bistro - Vietnamese Near Me - Malden, Massachusetts