We were just driving through town and got really lucky finding this Pho restaurant. It's decorated…read morevery nicely and incredibly clean! We ordered two pork Banh mi sandwiches and an order of fresh rolls, both were the best we've had! The prices are also very reasonable. The service was friendly and fast. If we lived in this town, we'd definitely make this our favorite restaurant. I definitely recommend this restaurant.

The restaurant itself is very clean, cute, and cozy, but unfortunately, the food and service did…read morenot match the environment. I ordered the beef pho, and it was incredibly greasy with a very poor flavor profile. The broth was so thick with fat that it completely overpowered the dish, and I immediately felt sick after eating it.I initially wasn't going to leave a bad review, but when I called to report the issue, the employee who answered the phone was completely indifferent. He shrugged it off by saying they were busy and the pho must have been rushed. Being busy is not an acceptable excuse for serving subpar, upsetting food. Restaurants often only get one chance to make a first impression, and after this experience, I will not be returning.

My husband ordered us food and had it delivered using one of the delivery apps (I don't know which…read moreone -I don't personally use them). Our food arrived in less than 30 minutes and I'm sure that it being a Tuesday night helped as it's not usually a busy day/night. We just finished eating and I told my husband I'm writing a review so people know the food is quality. First off, I told my husband I'm hoping the pho broth tastes like grandma made it and it did. Very clear and flavorful broth -a bit heavy on the aromatic spices and I mean that in a good way. It tasted great. I ordered the shrimp pho and substituted for beef broth. Very delicious. I love that there was a to-go big bowl with the noodles so I could pour the broth directly in there. It was the size of a Korean instant noodle bowl and it did the trick. Bean sprouts were on the side. I didn't get the cilantro or jalapeños, but it tasted good enough that I wasn't upset. They did put in the green and white onions I requested and they were fresh. We also ordered the crispy chicken vermicelli and the box was quite full. They give you your money's worth, which I appreciate since so many restaurants short-change you on food quantity when ordering to-go. Not here! The chicken is crispy and not at all greasy. There was also a fair amount. Large pieces of fresh crisp cucumbers. Healthy amount of noodles. Overall, excellent. My husband ordered the gyoza/potstickers, walnut shrimp and rice --all appetizer sized and we are happy with the flavor and quality of all of them. Overall, definitely recommend! Great flavors, fresh food, and good value. We feel we got our money's worth. We will order from here again.

The staff here were friendly, and overall the pho itself was good. Unfortunately, after my soup…read morearrived, I asked for basil since I normally add quite a bit to my pho and was told they had run out that morning. I really wish they had mentioned that before I ordered. Basil is such an important part of the pho experience for me, and I think it would have taken an otherwise good bowl of soup to the next level. I also tried the egg rolls and wasn't a fan. Instead of being light and crispy, they were dense, not very crunchy, and fairly bland. The friendly service was definitely a positive, and the pho had good flavor, but the missing basil and disappointing egg rolls took away from the overall experience.

My wife and I came here after a disappointing visit to another Pho restaurant. The interior was…read morenice and clean, and they had nice wall art including a Jesus cross and other Christian art (God bless you for showing your faith). We were greeted right away and our waitress brought us ice water and took our order. My wife got her favorite Noodle Salad Bowl #32 with Pork and Fried Roll, and I ordered the Vietnamese Noodle Soup #18 with Chicken. Since we were there during Happy Hour we got a free Appetizer #28 as well. Our food came quickly and it was delicious, just like we remember. My soup had lots of chicken and i really enjoyed it. This is a great Pho place, right next to Ivars. We really had a great meal and you should give them a try.

This place is bomb af!!!! The price to portion ratio is wild!!!! Quality ingredients, quick…read moreservice, and super friendly environment! I love how great the Asian cuisine market is up here in the PNW, I'm so glad I moved from down south (Louisiana)!

This is my comfort food! The ladies are so sweet and attentive, they check in and make sure youre…read moredoing well. Its cozy and warm. Ive been going here since I was little and it introduced me to the culinary wonders of Phó! 10/10 im going to be coming back, because why in the world wouldn't I?

I haven't been back to It's Pho U since my original visit since one of our favorite pho spots is…read morepretty close to our house. However, I was out with my son for a school shopping and lunch date and he wanted to get pho and this was the closest option. Since I last visited, they've updated! The inside looks like it either got a facelift or maybe just new furniture/decor, but it looked nicer than I remember. All of the tables are also equipped with tablets for ordering as well (but someone still came and took our order). I didn't get her name but she was super nice. The food came out pretty quickly and piping hot. We started with some egg rolls - they were huuuge. I definitely could've just ordered one and had us split it but it is what it is. They were tasty. I got a large brisket pho and my eyes were definitely bigger than my stomach. I should've gone with a small because I struggled to even finish a little over half of my bowl. Cuts of meat were tender, noodles were a great texture, and the broth was hearty and comforting. It's Pho U is a solid option for pho on South Hill, especially if you're coming or going from the mall.

I was pleasantly surprised at this little gem! The food was delicious. The broth was nice and light…read morewith just the right amount of umami. The fried items were not greasy, a big plus in my book! Tempura batter was just the way I like it. If you want ramen you won't regret coming to this Lil'Cube.

Hit and miss here. The ramen and udon noodles were good. So was the broth (black garlic and miso)…read more The broccoli tempura was bad. I also had a weird experience where I asked to substitute my udon with miso broth. First the worker told me he would check. Then he told me no. Then the other worker (Asian woman) came to my table and told me (in her outside voice) that she called the owner and I could substitute miso broth, but it would be $2 extra. I was fine with the cost. I wasn't fine with her making a big and noisy deal about it. Other tables were looking at me like I was being a problem and I didn't appreciate that attention.

Blew my expectations out of the water. The Pho is flavorful and the rib was so soft. The butter…read morequail appetizer was juicy, crunchy and also flavorful. Will be coming back!

YESSS!! This is THE place for Vietnamese food! They are indeed authentic!…read more I have been missing the smell and taste of staple Vietnamese dishes ever since I moved out of California a few months ago. I used to receive Mom's vietnamese home cooking frequently and I lived near the Asian hubbubs with easy access to all the cuisine, but now I have to discover new places here in Washington to satiate my taste buds. Everything I've tried so far has been good. I've been content. But here!! I ordered takeout through Doordash, and as soon as I picked up my food, an aroma of so many flavors filled up my car. Parking is kinda annoying since it's on the street but I arrived within 30 mins of opening hours so it wasn't terrible yet. The restaurant already had at least a table or so, with customers, so I wouldn't be surprised if it got busier later. There's a fair amount of space and tables for hungry stomachs! The food was about ready by the time I arrived, and the 30 min drive home left me feeling famished and ready to dig in. Thankfully, I was not disappointed. Everything was packaged well so that nothing spilled during the car ride, and everything was so yummy! I ordered more than I originally intended... I was craving com tam (broken rice) and couldn't find a satisfactory place near my residence, so I drove all the way here to Tacoma.. and then I figured, I might as well order their Banh Xeo too! The photos online made it look so good, and it ended up tasting amazing! Slightly crispy and stuffed just enough with bean sprouts, meat, and other goodies. Perfect after drizzling some of the sauce over it. The Com Tam was also made well, and definitely hit my cravings with its classic ingredients. I ordered a Large Pho Bo Vien (meatball) for my son, and was sooo tempted to eat some myself. The broth smelled fresh and the noodles were cooked nicely. Decent portions for everything, too. I definitely need to return to try out more of their food. So far, it has made me one happy Viet gal :)

Stopped by Hi Bubble Tea once last month on a Monday around 5pm while I was in the area and the…read moreshop was completely empty when I came in. I don't live nearby, but I ended up grabbing a stamp card, so there's a good chance I'll come back eventually for the drinks alone. I ordered a chrysanthemum tea with boba along with a banh mi. The drink was probably the highlight of my visit since it was super refreshing, flavorful, and made pretty quickly too. Definitely quenched my thirst. The ordering process was a little awkward though. There was one guy working the front and I had a hard time hearing/understanding him at first (maybe he was speaking too quietly?), but it became easier once we switched to Vietnamese. He also didn't seem to recognize the drink I wanted even after I gave the menu number, so I had to point it out on the menu before he could ring it up correctly. I'm guessing he might've been new. The banh mi took longer than expected considering the place was empty, probably because from what I could see, there was only one lady in the back making food. Taste-wise, it was decent but nothing especially memorable for me, and the size felt smaller compared to other places I've ordered from. I think the banh mi only came in one size. Usually, I'd order a Large so maybe that's why this one seems small. There were at least a couple tables inside so I could sit and wait. I still had a good experience though and would come back mainly for the drinks because that chrysanthemum tea was genuinely really good. They have tons of options so I wanna try out their other drinks too.

OH MY YUM!! My mango smoothie was fantastic. It wasn't some icy mess either! It was smooth, creamy…read moreand flavorful. It is beautiful and clean in the inside. Super fast service and I will 100% keep coming back to get this drink.

Great customer service, very friendly and got our drinks quickly! Would recommend everyone try this…read moreplace!

Stopped by to grab a banh mi during lunch, was greeted and promptly taken care of by the cashier. I…read moregot the bbq pork banh mi and it was delicious! It was jam packed with meat and veggies the bread couldn't hold all of the ingredients in. The only reason I took off a star is because the jalapeños were picked instead of fresh and there were only three pieces of cilantro :( Huge bummer because it took away from the overall flavor profile. Didn't get a boba drink but it's on my try list next time I'm around

I'm a big fan of Bun Bo Hue and following Tiffany's recommendations, I ordered one to go. They…read moreserve an exceptional version here even better than what I can find back in San Jose, CA. While I'm in the area, I make sure to have it as often as I can. Their Pho Dac Biet is also delicious.

The food was decent, ordered Banh xeo and it was okay. It came with Thai basil, pickled carrots and…read morelettuce, wish it had mint and perilla leaves. The vermicelli special bowl was okay. The pork tasted different, a bit on the tougher side. The fish sauce for dipping or to pour over here is really delicious.

So I had this place bookmarked from idk how long ago. I probably saw some random tiktok and the…read morefood looked so good that I bookmarked it on Yelp, hoping to one day try it out. Well that day has come. We ended up staying at a hotel nearby for a friend's wedding. We were getting hungry and I luckily checked Yelp and saw that I bookmarked this place when it showed up on my nearby food list. What a crazy coincidence. So we drive over and park on a side street. There was a small line outside and we waited patiently for a few minutes. Once inside, we were seated at the counter and it was packed, a little hot and everything smelled delicious. My friend and I both ordered the duck and pork noodle soup and it was maybe the best noodle soup I've ever had. The pork had crispy skin, the duck was soft and flavorful. It was all just so delicious. The iced coffee was strong and sweet. We also got the dessert. Make sure to add durian if they ask. It made it 1000x better if that's even possible. Honestly one of the best meals I've ever had. I'd definitely be back if I'm ever in Tacoma again.

Tho Tuong BBQ on South 38th Street is a small neighborhood spot that's gotten really popular. It's…read moreoften busy with people lining up outside, so clearly they've built a solid reputation. The dining area is quite small, so I usually order to go. The food itself is good. The barbecue duck is flavorful and reasonably priced around 35 dollars for a whole duck, and the roast pork at around 16 dollars per pound is also a good value. I really like their broken rice, and the pickled jalapeños with sauce makes the meal feel complete. However, the dining experience has some challenges. The space can get crowded, ventilation isn't great, and seating by the door can be uncomfortable. Service also feels stretched at times, since the same person may be cooking, handling chairs and serving. I'd give it four stars. The food is worth trying, but improvements in seating, airflow, and service would make it a better overall experience.