I recently tried this place and came back for a second time. The food is delicious! The serving is big and enough to share with others. The vegetables are fresh, and the broth is full of flavor!!! The pork chop bbq is something I will always come back to. The servers were very nice. They were very attentive and went out of their way to make us all comfortable. They packed our food with care. We appreciated that a lot. I love the ambiance. Lots of people enjoying themselves and slurping away. The place is simple yet cozy. It has a homey feel. Try this place . read more

I have been going to this place as a child and this is my first time back post college. I was craving spring rolls and my mom knew this was the perfect place. It is hot and stuffy inside so we got things to go. Spring rolls didn't have much herbs so they were disappointing. I thought Vietnamese style spring rolls were always aromatic. The peanut sauce wasn't too sweet. The banh xeo were my favorite. The bottom felt oily. Lots of herbs and lettuce but we ordered two and it didn't feel enough for two. Love the shrimp and meat inside and how the bean sprouts were slightly cooked but not overcooked. Still had crunch. The banh xeo itself was perfectly savory, creamy, and crispy. Ah would get again. I love the bo luc lac. Classic favorite. Super tender and flavorful beef. Lots of fajita veggies. Orange rice. Yum. My mom got bun Bo hue and wished there were more limes. Generous amount of meat pieces. So satiated. She also got thai tea and Vietnamese coffee but it is dinner and I don't need caffeine so I didn't try it. She did say they charge if you don't finish your food and ask for to go boxes which is why she doesn't dine there any more. I would go again. read more

Pho Filet 2 - Vietnamese Near Me - Rosemead, California

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A jar of chopped chili sauces was initially placed on our table. Midway through our meal, one of the female server walk by, takes the chili sauce and put it on another table without asking. Hello? Would it kill you to ask if you still need it? Do not expect decent customer service unless you speak Vietnamese. Definitely not coming back again. read more

Came on a Monday for lunch and service was swift and kind. Def a mom and pop joint as you can tell from the older aunties and uncles serving and working here. I normally would get pho at a Pho joint but it was pretty warm today so I tried the vermicelli special combo and boy it was amazing! Loved that they had not just nem but also shrimp ball meats! Def try the mung bean pandan drink, I got their Veit coffee but I didn't think it was all that strong. Very flavorful pho broth and eats here! Def on my list of returns read more

Pho Filet 2 - Bun Dac Biet - Vietnamese Near Me - Rosemead, California

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Came here with the parents and I ordered a regular pho bowl and egg rolls. The pho bowl was large and soup was warm and comforting. I unfortunately didn't love their egg roll filling or flavor. It wasn't as expected or wasn't what I'm use to, although the eggrolls were made very well. There is a small parking lot located in the back, but we parked in the plaza parking and just walked over. The interior was large and filled with tables. They also have a small mini market at the front where you can purchase snacks, sauce and dessert. read more

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Sad to announce they changed owners and quite possibly the chef as well. I came once last month and wasn't happy with the broth. I came again with my mom to try it one last time. My mom ordered a large bowl and the noodles were still in a bundle not fully cooked which made for a hard bire. My mom didn't touch her bowl afterwards. The flank was tough, making it tiring to chew. The rare steak was good tho. They used red onions instead of white too. They kept all the same decor inside, but the new owners I believe are canto/viet. read more

Pho Filet 2 - Vietnamese Near Me - Rosemead, California

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I've been coming to pho filet for years and followed them from the original location to here. This one is bigger and they have stayed consistently good. I leave satisfied every time. The only thing that has changed is the expansion of the menu. Their banh xeo, com tam, and pho are my usuals. Service is so fast too. The meat portions in the pho are also pretty generous. read more

This place is filthy and the pho broth tastes sour. The restaurant also has a weird smell upon walking in. Service is nonexistent would never come back to this location ever again. If you speak Vietnamese, you will get special service and be treated like a king and queen. The servers would come every 2-3 minutes to your table if you speak Vietnamese or know the servers/ owner. We had chili sauce at the table and one of the servers just grabbed our chili sauce without saying anything and gave it to the other table. The servers don't understand English either. Parking sucks and people park wherever they want. Might as well go to the other location in El Monte. read more

Casual local shop. I didn't like their pho (pho filet 1 is better). But their Com Dac Biet (Rice combo) $18 was amazing during this visit. Their fried shrimp bean curd is a must!!!! Best I've had! Entrance facing the street, with parking on its sides. Credit card taken for $20+ orders. We've been to Pho Filet 1 for years, and only visited Pho Filet 2 due to location convenience. Our default takeout order for most Vietnamese restaurants that serve both decent soup and rice dishes -- #6. Spring Roll (Shrimp pork) $7 #16. Pho Dac Biet (Pho beef combo), XL $14. Broth was sad. #42. Com Dac Biet (Rice combo) $18. Amazing!! Fried shrimp bean curd is a must, best ever had. It comes with a bowl of soup. #124. Rau Ma (pennywort drink) $6. It's not too sweet. They also have family meals (2-8ppl) here with catfish and now. Have not tried it. They do takeout catering $85. read more

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4.5/5 It took me a while to try this pho place because some of the reviews weren't that great, but I'm glad I finally gave it a chance. This restaurant is very no-frills. The staff isn't rude or unfriendly- just straightforward and efficient. They get the job done. If you're expecting a very warm, welcoming hospitality, you might be a little disappointed. I usually get takeout here, and the process is always quick, smooth, and to the point. Also, bonus points for opening early at 9 a.m.! The pho meats are tender and never dry or stale. I especially love their fatty brisket and rare fillet steak. The pho noodles are just how I like them: not too thick, with a good amount of chew. The broth isn't the richest or most savory I've had, but it's well-balanced and satisfying. The "large" portion should be enough for most people, unless you have a big appetite. I also always get their Vietnamese coffee. It's thick, strong, and hits the spot every time. There's an additional charge for payments made with a credit or debit card. They have a parking lot, which is a plus, but it can fill up during peak hours. read more

Pho Filet 2 - Vietnamese Near Me - Rosemead, California

The prices were decent. Food was good and what I expected to taste like.... I had to ask for nuoc cham which I thought was weird. Restaurant looks like a typical ambiance of a Vietnamese restaurant. Overall, an average experience. read more

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A friend recommended me to try the pho here. Happy to say he had a solid suggestion! The restaurant is located in a weird little plaza, but they do have free parking available in the lot. Their pho was delicious. I ordered the chicken soup with chicken stock. It was so clean. They served me half a chicken, so I had to pick at the bones. I also ordered the fried egg roll appetizer, which was amazing. I love that it comes with all the green veggies. I must have eaten more veggies that meal than in the entire week! The serving ladies were very nice. Our table was small, and they helped us arrange things to fit all the dishes. I would come back! read more

Pho Filet 2 - Egg rolls, pho dac biet large, chicken pho - Vietnamese Near Me - Rosemead, California

I took my worker to go eat there during lunch hour. Me and my employee have major stomach pains and back pain. Mostly likely it's the old meat from past due which they did not throw it away instead probably cooked it and served it to the rest of theirs customers. I had to take Alka-Seltzer and rub some Chinese Oil on my stomach. So disappointing . Never again I will come back.. I asked my employee if they have the same issue. They say yes, which I know it was from this restaurant that I ate last. This caused me to call in sick . read more

This is probably the best pho spot in the 626 area! I've been here a couple times and never had to wait because they have a lot of tables inside and food comes out quick! I ordered the beef ball and fatty brisket pho. I really appreciate that the broth isn't too salty and has a lot of authentic beef flavor in it. The fatty brisket MELTS in your mouth. I loved it! They give you a lot of pieces of meat to go with the delicious, bouncy noodles. For $12, it is such a steal for the portion and its high quality ingredients! I also love how they give you onions on the side so you can add it in based on your own preference. The staff are nice and friendly! It's a very casual setting as you pay at the cashier once you have finished your meal. Overall, would come back again! read more

Pho Filet 2 - Fatty Brisket & Beef Ball Pho - Vietnamese Near Me - Rosemead, California

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I have heard from many locals who swear by this place. I live in Rosemead, so the fact that I haven't been here yet is blasphemy! I met my friend who owed me a Birthday meal here and he was greeted by the server like an old buddy. So I'm guessing he comes here that much. The inside looked pretty traditional for a pho place, they even had a glass case that had additional things to purchase, even Asian sausage! He recommended the flank pho and mentioned that the broth will be darker than other broths and he was right! It was also very flavorful! The drink selection was amazing! Tons of boba choices. Teas, slushes and milk teas! I gotta come back for those drinks! I give this place a 5 out of 5. Excellent. Will definitely come back. read more

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Overrated and overcharged.. i got overcharged twice as this place.. the first time i thought it was a mistake so i brushed it off.. but they did it again when i went for the 2nd tine.. make sure to check your receipt.. it does not show anything except some numbers.. very dishonest and disorganized. Their business is getting a bit busier and they start getting a bit too cocky. This place isnt worth the hassle. read more

Pho is decent. Very barebones restaurant, you come for the food and just the food. Restroom is very small and toilet takes a couple flushes to actually flush. Food is not cheap nor are they generous with their portions, but their soup broth is delicious and not too salty and fat like other pho places. read more

Pho Filet 2 - Vietnamese Near Me - Rosemead, California

In my opinion, the pho here is pretty average though does satisfy the pho cravings. In my last trip here, when it came to their pho dac biet, the broth had okay flavor, the noodles were too soft, and the meat was of average quality. Nothing special. This spot's pretty popular in the community but I think there are plenty of other places in SGV right now to get better pho. I've come here quite a few times but mainly because they do have cool interesting drinks like the durian smoothie/shake. read more

Pho Filet 2 - Vietnamese Near Me - Rosemead, California

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thực đơn đặc biệt: Cá nướng 6-8 người ăn. Special Menu: Grilled Fresh Fish. Please order at least 2 hours in advance for a party of 6 to 8 people. read more

3.5! Pho was good and on par with the most popular spots around. The vegetables were also really fresh and the portion of noodle and meat were good! I wish it came with a bit more onion in the dish. I had to add quite of bit of extra vegetables to make the dish taste the way I wanted. Otherwise, I agree with a lot of the other reviews that the customer service was quite lackluster. Our server didn't seem to want to be there and at the end of our meal they were rushing us out. They also had us pay $1 to get a to go container which I have never been asked to do just to be able to take my leftovers. read more

One of the better pho spots in the area! Their beef is always super tender and thier soup doesn't taste overly salty. Their service is super quick the servers are pretty nice. I used to come here a lot but I feel like recently their taste quality went down a bit. The pickled onions didn't taste pickled and the soup was a bit off. read more

Came to try on the recommendation of a friend... Ordered the Pho Dac Biet, Goi Cuon, and a Vietnamese Coffee. Let's start with the Pho Dac Biet: The broth was not bad, it definitely hit the spot on a cool overcast day like today, but it's not stand out special. 3/5. The noodles tasted exactly what rice noodles should taste like with good texture. 4/5 The meat is where I will dock it for points. The beef had a strange funk to it, almost gamey which is not something you normally get from fresh quality beef. I also ended up with a huge piece of silver skin on one of the pieces making it impossibly tough and chewy. The amount of meat is above average at this price point so that earns it a little bit of credit...2/5. Goi Cuon: The pork tasted porky but I felt it lacked seasoning, the flavor was a bit muted unfortunately. 2/5. The shrimp was almost lost because there was so little of it; decided to pull a piece out to try on its own and I would say its texture was a bit on the overcooked and rubbery side. 1/5. I felt like something was missing and then I realized there was no herbs in these. I suppose I'm too used to having either Thai basil or mint leaves to give these that hint of freshness. 2/5. The sauce was peanuty and creamy, it helped this dish tremendously... But sauce alone is not enough for me to recommend this dish. Vietnamese Coffee: The first thing that hit me was sticker shock for the amount you get to the price charged. Price aside it was a very delightful cup of Vietnamese coffee. The coffee flavor is bold and pronounced with the distinct bitterness and sweetness shining as the stars of this flavor symphony. I was able to taste the individual notes of coffee and condensed milk separately as they waltzed across my palate. 4/5. Staff was friendly and the food came out quick. The restaurant itself has Asia food court/food hall vibes which if you miss those like I do, then this place definitely was able to capture the feel. read more

Pho Filet 2 used to be our go to place. But when we came a week ago, we realize why it's not anymore. Although the Pho is still pretty good, my dad complained about how their meat were in little pieces instead of the ribeyes that usually get other places. Their eggrolls are decent, but we prefer Golden Deli eggrolls instead. Overall, it's a decent place, but we feel like their quality has gone down a little bit. read more

Pho Filet 2 - Pho - Vietnamese Near Me - Rosemead, California

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Everything always hits here. Never had a bad dish from here . Their pho broth is super flavorful and their broken rice dishes are so good. Service is always top notch and it's always busy with locals and families getting some coffee and lunch . Definitely part of our families rotation in the neighborhood read more

Pho Filet 2 was the pick for a family weekend brunch. They have a parking lot located on Newmark Ave, but it has limited spots. There were still plenty of tables opened when we got there and our party of 9 was able to get seated right away. The waiter got our water and orders down quickly after we seated. However, when it came to bringing the orders out, many different waiters came out and there were miscommunication on where orders were supposed to be within our party. I ordered #16 phở đặc biệt (large) and a cà phê dừa đã. My pho was honestly nothing special. The broth tasted underwhelming, and the meat was okay (filet rare steak, well done flank, brisket, tendon, tripe). The large portion was definitely a lot, but I wasn't enjoying the pho, so I didn't finish it. The coffee was good and on the sweeter side. Lastly, I particularly didn't like our seating (middle area), because there wasn't enough space between us and the table behind us. This made it hard to get up for the restroom and paying at the counter. Note: They accept credit card at a minimum of $25. They do accept American Express. read more

Pho Filet 2 - Phở Ðặc Biệt - Vietnamese Near Me - Rosemead, California

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I love Vietnamese food. I've even traveled to Vietnam years ago. I like to think I can distinguish good and bad Vietnamese food. I had this spot on my list for a minute. I was also recommended this place, by an acquaintance who is Vietnamese. He said, this is his go to spot. I know this place must be good if someone from Vietnam will recommend it to you. All the dishes were tasty and fresh. The pho was great as well. We'll be back again read more

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The food was delicious and the staff were friendly and attentive. I will come back and try more dishes here. Thanks read more

Heard so much about this place and finally made it here. Ordered to go and the food was delicious. Pho broth was rich and flavorful. Deep fried bean curd skin wrap with shrimp was crispy. Curry was less flavorful, on the more watery side. I'd be back to try more. read more

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Love the pho here. The broth is good and not a lot of msg. Don't order the other items though. Stick with what they're good at. The other items like rice dishes and banh ceo is not good. The ladies here are fast and gets you in and out quick. It's a whole in the wall type of joint. If that's not for you then I suggest elsewhere. read more

Pho Filet 2 is a solid backup when you're craving pho and don't want to wait at the original spot. The broth is still flavorful, the portions are generous, and prices are fair for what you get. Service is fast and no-nonsense--exactly what you'd expect from a place focused on turning out bowls of hot, satisfying pho. That said, if you've been to the original Pho Filet, you'll probably notice a slight drop-off in richness and overall punch in the broth. It's still good--just not quite as good. If you're nearby, Pho Filet 2 will definitely do the job. But when convenience isn't a factor, the original spot still takes the crown. read more

Quick and friendly service, cozy environment, food was a bit pricy. The pho was good but lacked depth and flavor (felt watered down). I love the ice tea. read more

Pho Filet 2 - #20 Pho with filet rare steak, well-done flank & brisket - Vietnamese Near Me - Rosemead, California

Came here ordered pho tai. Soup was good, everything else was pretty average. 1 star review is for charging for take out container. Spent over $40 for dinner and they're going to charge me another $1 per container to take my leftovers home? Nah, I'll go somewhere else. Crazy. read more

Red rice with shakin beef 2/5 - this was okay.. beef was on the more tender side which was nice but there was barely any meat. There was so much vegetables basically just a plate of vegetables. Flavor is okay but I wouldn't say it's shaking beef flavor. We had a party of 10 and everyone got their food already except for me. When I asked about it they said they forgot because they were busy with the rest of our table's orders. So when they finally gave me my dish, they said they put more food for me since I waited long.. but they must have put more onions and bell pepper because there definitely wasn't a lot of beef read more

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Pho Filet 2 is great at making pho and very efficient at serving its customers. I've always been a fan of beef, noodles, soup, and onions, so this is my happy place. Pho Dac Biet: The broth is TLC in a bowl. It takes so much skill, finesse, and effort to transform ordinary ingredients into liquid gold. Before doing anything else, take a couple sips to understand what you're dealing with. First of all, the broth is scorching, burn the roof of your mouth, hot - which is exactly how I enjoy it. The flavor is complex and delicious. You can really taste the spices like cinnamon and anise. I like a variety of cuts of beef, so this bowl contains rare sliced filet mignon steak, sliced brisket, silky tendon, and tripe. The beef cuts are all tender. If you like beef, then you'll be glad to know there will be beef with every bite. Even at the bottom of the broth, you'll fish out lots of beef tidbits. By the way, since the broth is so hot, I moved the rare steak to the top so that it stays rare. The accompanying dish of herbs is generous with sprigs of basil, sprouts, peppers, lime, and even a culantro leaf. The hot sauce is great. It's a ridiculously tasty, fermented bean chili sauce. Dining Area: The dining room is large with two dozen tables. Many of the tables are communal, which is great for moving people in and out of the place. Payment: Just go to the counter to pay when you're done. It's cash only for orders under $20. read more

Pho Filet 2 - Pho Dac Biet - Vietnamese Near Me - Rosemead, California

This is one of our go to restaurants but today the quality was really bad! The bean sprouts are all brown, lettuce is brown and wilted, mint is also brown and not fresh!!! We got it to go so now won't have any fresh garnish on our food, very disappointing. read more

Pho Filet 2 - Wilted old veges! :( - Vietnamese Near Me - Rosemead, California

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Man this pho is so damn good. It's my new favorite place for pho. The broth is incredible and the combo pho (dac biet) comes with so much different meats. I also loved the cha gio pork egg roll lettuce wraps. This has become my go to. Prices are also reasonable. read more

The pho at this place is the best specialty the pho dat biết # 16 a lot of meat and noddle the soup tast gos good. I would recommend this place. They sell drinks buy two get one free all drink. read more

This is my go-to spot for beef pho. I've tried so many local restaurants with similar noodle soup, but none taste quite like theirs. The prices are reasonable, the portions are generous, and every bowl comes with plenty of sliced beef. The flavor is always on point, and honestly, I don't think I'll find another place that does it better. The restaurant itself isn't much to look at and could use some sprucing up--but if you don't mind the aesthetics, I'd highly recommend it for a truly satisfying bowl of pho read more

This is my mother's go to spot so when we asked her where she wanted to meet up for dinner on this chilly evening she picked Pho Filet 2. I'm usually a rice guy but since it was cold, I gravitated to their specialty Pho. I wanted the pho with rare steak but the waiter talked me into getting the Dac Biet which had the rare steak plus well done flank, brisket, tendon, and tripe. I told him I didn't want tripe and he said no problem, he would take it out. But when it showed up, tripe was still in it. Despite the error, the pho was decent and for the first time I could remember, it actually contained much more than my appetite could handle. I also have to honestly say that I didn't care much for the noodles they use and I didn't like the tendon and well done flank. Wish I would have just stuck with my initial order of all rare steak since that was the best part. The service was very good but he did make a few ordering errors so be mindful of that. Ambiance was pure noodle house vibes: fast paced service, sports rocking on the TV's, and the smell of lime and basil inundating the air. read more

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This is a biased review. I've been to this restaurant for decades. When I was a youngster it was great and filling. In recent years if I can avoid it I will. I suspect my family comes due to nostalgia and because they don't know how to use Yelp. Stuck eating Father's Day dinner here. Why dad? Why? The restaurant's interior has been updated in recent years. The lights are brighter. Tables are cleaner. Also you should take a napkin and wipe off your chair before sitting. They have a tv mounted on the different walls. The only thing is you can't hear any of them. They didn't turn on the closed captions either. Service: They're very quick. Ask you for your drink orders first. Then they circle back for the main orders. Food came out within 10 mins. Food: The components of each dish were present. Noodle dishes had noodles, meat, soup, and generous herbs and garnishes. Appetizer was little burnt. Presentation was spot on. Now the important part is taste. That's where they fail miserably. Since covid the quality has tanked. The flavor is non-existent or so watered down. I don't often leave food but here? Here, I give myself full permission to be wasteful. I'll gladly go home and eat rice and a fried egg. read more