This cash only Vietnamese restaurant can rival any of its competitors in Chinatown. Most impressive was the quantity as well as the quality without overcharging. I was introduced to this restaurant by friend about a year ago and I haven't had the opportunity to go back until recently and wow it still blew me away. The bun is one of the best I've ever had. read more

Pho Ha - Thumbs up and a smile delicious - Vietnamese Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Went for dinner after taking care of some business at the airport. Great to find a restaurant in Philly with a private parking lot! Take note that they only accept cash, but the food is pretty great, and prices are very reasonable! My wife and I both got pho, and we also ordered spring rolls as an appetizer. Everything was delicious and satisfying. We'll be back for sure! read more

This place was cheap, lightning fast, and delicious. The difference between a small and a large is like $.5, and I went for the large at a cool $7.90. The food literally came in the time between when I ordered, went to the bathroom, and came back. They have all the classic toppings, and will bring extra if you ask. The broth was delicious, I drank the whole bowl. For pho in the US, this is up there. The steak cooked quickly in the steaming broth without becoming chewy, and the noodle portions were generous. This place is awesome, I'm so glad I went! read more

Pho Ha - Interior - Vietnamese Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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CASH ONLY. I had the #6 small pho today ($7.65) and it was good, but not four stars good. The broth was ok. Not bad, but it did not make me say OMG, such flavorful broth this is! I received complimentary tea, which was kind of cold. My water came out towards the very end. Service was decent. I was greeted and seated right away. I would come back to eat here, since the pho did it's job for dinner, but I will not dream about it and salivate. read more

Pho Ha is our go to place when half of my family wants pho while the other half wants broken rice, bun bo hue (only available on the weekends), summer rolls, etc. The only reason why it isn't at the top of my list for pho is because whenever I get brisket, it's always pretty fatty compared to other places. Otherwise, their pho is legit. I usually get pho dac biet, but their chicken pho is really good too. For those that aren't in the mood for pho, there are other options. My dad really likes their broken rice with grilled pork. I've gotten their bun bo hue before, but it was just ok- not memorable. For drinks/dessert, I'm a fan of che ba mau (coconut milk, red bean, mung bean, and pandan jelly)! **This review is based off my preCOVID experiences. I was in the shopping center recently and it looks like they had a recent makeover. Not sure if it's the same owners or not but their new menu looks pretty extensive. Prices seem a bit high but that may be due to COVID. Will have to check them out the next time my parents are in town... read more

My goto pho place, been coming here for over a decade. Always consistent hot and tasty pho. I usually get a large pho and the bowls are big and never leave hungry. Not unusual I go several times a week. When I can't make it in, I get takeout and it's always fast, can't ever remember waiting for more than 10min. Usually don't need much but always well staffed. Highly recommended, don't hesitate to try if you never been ! read more

Pho Ha is one of my favorite Vietnamese restaurants in Philadelphia. My memories of eating here date back to over 10 years ago when my parents would take me here during Sunday lunch. To this day, I still occasionally come here and I never leave disappointed. When you walk into this restaurant, don't expect to be greeted at the front, instead a server will be asking you how many people in your party from across the restaurant floor. This is apart of the typical Vietnamese dining experience (in my opinion). & Don't expect a server to interrupt you while you're eating or ask how your meal is. From Pho Ha you CAN expect: quick service and a steamy hot bowl of quality pho. I also enjoy their rice and vermicelli dishes. For a great price, you're going to get a delicious meal. With all the competition in the area, don't skip out on trying Pho Ha! read more

Pho Ha - Big steamy special pho - Vietnamese Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

I came in here on a rainy Tuesday evening. There were plenty of tables available. The place is rather large so there are lots of tables. As soon as we came in someone was ready to seat us. He got us a table and immediately set down some tea and cups. How nice! We ordered and I got the brisket and meatball pho, my boyfriend got the special pho (everything) and we shared summer rolls. The food took no time at all. The meat was still raw by the time it got to the table (that's a good thing for anyone that doesn't know how pho works- it cooks in the broth). Everything was great. The strength was the amount and quality of the meat. They really load up the bowls with good meat. I've never had a bowl of pho with so much meat. The broth was good, but I was expecting to be blown away considering all the good things I've heard about this place. Still, a very good bowl of pho. Also very large portion. I got the small pho and didn't finish my summer roll and I was full as a tick. They never brought us water. We ended up asking for some when we went to pay and got it to go. So good food, speedy service and plenty of tables. There is a parking lot and it wasn't crowded when I went but again, I was there on a rainy Tuesday evening and I was on foot so I can't accurately comment on the parking situation. Bonus is it's right by the Asian market so you can get yourself a nice treat afterward! read more

Pho Ha - Brisket and meatball pho, summer rolls and special pho in the back - Vietnamese Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Man this place keeps going down hill. They got the same owner but I guess the kitchen staff changed. Ordered a brisket and flank pho. Received a bowl full of fat globs and even a huge bone chip. Pretty much only stop here once in a while because it's close and convenient. Will be going to other places from now on. read more

Pho Ha - Huge fat globs and bone chip - Vietnamese Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Great Vietnamese food. The service is amazing and the food comes out very quick. It has a very casual atmosphere and you are able to enjoy good Viet food for pretty cheap. I love the Pho tai nam bo vien and the Com tam thit nuong cha gio. They also have great Vietnamese iced coffee and it is in a great location. read more

I don't understand why this place gets so many good reviews. I asked for chicken pho and they told me they didn't have it. I ordered something else and it was ok. The server was polite and attentive. But at the same time the other server decided to clean utensils and was wiping and throwing them in a utensil basket. It was so loud I couldn't hear what my friend was saying. In another review someone noticed hair in their food twice! I won't be coming back and won't suggest this place to anyone. read more

First time trying Vietnamese food in Philadelphia and I was blown away. The broth is aromatic and hearty. It hits the spot. I got the meat balls and steak and I enjoyed every bite of my pho. No need to break the bank to enjoy a great meal. Big bowl is only $1 more - easy cop. I always get the iced coffee with condensed milk to go after my meal as a pick me up. Strong and not overwhelmingly sweet. My ideal Iced Viet Coffee. Spring rolls were underwhelming but the other two items I got were 5 STARS! Plenty of seating and spacious atmosphere. The staff checks up on you consistently. GREAT SERVICE! The place is cash only but that is not an inconvenience for me. read more

This is my favorite spot for pho in Philly! I've tried countless number of places all over the city but Pho Ha is my go to! The broth is so rich and flavorful and the bowls also have plenty of noodles and meat. The brisket is tender. So worth the (less than) $8 for a large bowl! You can't beat that price for a meal! You'll leave satisfied as well. Service is quick and casual. The restaurant itself isn't the cleanest, but pretty standard with other Vietnamese restaurants in the area. Utensils are all on the table along with the sauces. Pay at the counter after you finish eating. I haven't tried anything other than the pho here, but they have a good selection of other Vietnamese dishes along with different fruit and tea beverages. Great place to go to for a quick, filling meal for a great price! read more

Pho Ha - #8 large pho - Vietnamese Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

There is actually nothing better than a ginormous bowl of hot pho on a chilly fall day. The pho here is nothing short of awesome and the service is prompt and friendly. The large size is only $0.50 more than the small, and the size difference is fairly significant (so go with large..) I like to have all the protein in my pho, so I ordered the house deluxe pho and it was a nice mix of soft tendons and meaty brisket. Quite the hearty meal for around $10 including tax/tip. The location is conveniently near the Italian market, asian grocery stores, and... other pho restaurants. Not much else going on in the area, though. Also, remember to bring cash! read more

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Low prices? Yup Free parking? Yup Fast service? Yup Pho for a cold winter eve? Go for it. If you're in the area I would recommend stopping by- tastes good and also very accessible by car. read more

Pho Ha is a utilitarian furnished soup shop in the heart of Philly's Little Ho Chi Minh City on Washington. The tables and chairs are built for speed, not comfort, but given how fast they turn out a large bowl of Pho and Bun Bo Hue (weekends only), it is understandable that you will not be there very long. We came in around six on a Saturday evening, and the place was nearly empty. We were warmly greeted, directed to a table, and asked for drink preferences within 60 seconds. After ordering Pho Tai and Bun Bo Hue, we barely had time to start a conversation before the steamy aromatic pots of soup were placed before us. Don't ask why I went with the large option because I couldn't finish even half of it. Even the small bowl was big enough to be a goldfish pond. The soup was loaded with a variety of meats, veggies and noodles, floating in a richly spiced broth that tasted of secret recipe. Even my protégé, a restaurant owner in her own right, could not identify all the subtle flavors overlapping and melding with each other. While she might attempt to concoct the Pho, she was at a loss with the Bun. Guess I'll have to return to Pho Ha if I want to be blown away by that mystical brew again, although rumor has it that it can be found in other hidden springs in the area. I enjoyed Pho Ha both for it authenticity and its location in the midst of the Asian community that is growing in South Philly. It is convenient to shop, eat and even massage within a small walking area and dream that I am back in HCMC enjoying the exotic culture that is Vietnam. Cash only. ATM in house. read more

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I have always tried homemade Vietnamese food and this was my first time actually going to a restaurant. This restaurant is located inside a very busy Vietnamese shopping center. When we arrived there was a line of patrons waiting to be seated, we contemplated going somewhere else since we were starving but decided to waited out. To our surprised we were seated in less than 5 minutes since the turn around here its super fast. As soon as we sat we ordered some eggrolls since I simply love them. They came out super fast and extremely hot. I decided to go with #46 the Pho special since my lunch companion recommended and he is a regular. I got the small since the portions here are huge and even the small was a lot for me. The special comes with flank steak, meatballs, tripe and noodles. I really loved all of the ingredients but what I really have to rave about its the broth. Wow it was full of flavor and simply delicious. I also got to dry the Jack fruit juice with condense milk and it was really good. Too bad I don't live near by to come a lot more often. read more

Pho Ha - Egg rolls - Vietnamese Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Pho Ha makes pho well, makes pho fast, and makes pho cheap. In the past decade, I've lunched here so many times that the servers recognize me. Regardless of whether they actually do or not, service is always wicked fast: they take our orders, fling them (figuratively) to the kitchen, and get our bowls of hearty deliciousness to us pronto. Of the different Vietnamese noodle soup types available, I go for a large bowl (~$5) with the works - bring on the fatty flank, tendons, tripe, and meatballs! Pho Ha is a madhouse during weekend lunch hours when I usually go, so depending on your group's size, you may have to wait. But wait you will, once you smell their pho broth, beckoning. read more

PHO. IT TASTES LIKE REAL PHO. IT'S NOT FO...IT'S NOT FOE...IT'S PHO. AND IT'S DELICIOUS. Plus there are two different types of Siracha on the table...spice to your liking. Love the hot noodles like they love your mouth. Die happy. read more

Pho Ha - Vietnamese Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Today it was my first visit at this place. I visited always one other Pho place before. It is really a great restaurant and food for a good and reasonable price. The service was really great - fast and friendly. We got the tea (for free) immediately. The food was served within 10 minutes. My Shrimp Pho was delicious and the shrimps were not cooked too much. The ice coffee was fresh prepared. The price for a Pho and coffee was around USD 10? read more

Pho Ha - Vietnamese Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Came because of the good ratings and wasn't disappointed. Very very generous size Pho portion...A Medium sized is good for one and then some...A Large is good enough for 2 people. Pork chops were decent. I've had better at other places but it was still good. read more

PHO PHO PHO PHO PHO... at this restaurant it's PHOking awesome!!! It's your typical Asian mom and pop shop, located in "little Saigon" of Philly. Pros: -Cheap! $7 -Fast and friendly service -All the condiments you want or need to dress up your Pho -spring rolls here were fresh and oh so tasty -the broth and the actual Pho was so good, I could have shed tears of happiness -free tea Cons: -cash only -other than that, there are NO other cons! read more

Pho Ha - steak and meatball pho!! I'm drooling... - Vietnamese Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Simply the best bowl of pho I've ever eaten. Fragrant, beefy, herbal, perfect proportion of fat to slick your mouth. I ordered the #8 which had flank tendon and tripe. The large is very large, I took half home. Amazing but complex-seeming custom order option on the right side of the menu which I may try for fun someday. Also got the pork and veg spring rolls which were subtle yet definitively porky and very crunchy with pickled carrots and lettuce and a sweet chili sauce that had pork infused in it somehow. Dear God. That and a can of coke cost $12. The waiter was very sweet and accommodating. You honestly cannot do better in the US. read more

Pho Ha - I take my noodles out so i can cover them in fish sauce and chili oil - Vietnamese Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Whenever I'm in the area I stop in for my #33 and summer rolls. I was introduced to this place several months back and have been coming ever since when I'm in this area of Philly. I'm not much of a pho fan, soup does nothing for me, but the #32 rice vermicelli bowl with bbq pork DOES do something for me! My mouth is watering thinking about it. I've never had a problem getting a seat immediately, I've gone with varying small "party" sizes from 2-4. Anytime I've visited, there have always been plenty of tables to accommodate larger parties. I'm often sat a tabletop for 6 when I have a party of 4. Seating is not the most comfortable. It's open air, no partitions in the dining room. Ambiance is lacking for sure. Thank goodness the food is good. Service is...I wouldn't say unfriendly, but I wouldn't say overly friendly. Efficient is the word that comes to mind. You look at the menu, when you've done the universal sign of I'm ready to order by putting down and closing your menu, a server will come over and take your order. Wait time for the food is very speedy. I have tried the pho from my fellow diners, it tasted good to me, but I'm no aficionado on pho but it did have a nice rich flavor. My #32 on the other hand makes my mouth sing with happiness! I like my pork very well done, crisp, and thin with delicious bbq flavor. Every time has delivered and has been consistent. The summer rolls have always been fresh and verdant with the herbs. The dipping sauce that comes with it is a must. The tea is always the perfect strength - I could knock back several pots of my own (I love tea). Ladies bathroom is TINY, like seriously tiny and dingy. I hate the parking lot here, good luck finding a spot - and when you do, be prepared to get a few dings in your door. After your pho, head a few doors down to get some bubble tea or a sweet drink for dessert or across the street to the grocery store for dessert! Food is 5 stars for me, overall experience a 4.....would be 5 stars if the ambiance was better, bathroom alil cleaner, and servers would crack a smile or two. read more

Pho Ha - #33 - Vietnamese Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

The Pho here is great. Pho broth is delicious, flavourful with some sweetness. Noodles are a good texture. You can get the beef very rare, & it comes raw to the table so you can put it in the steaming pho yourself. Tendons are very tender and melty. They're a bit thin on the herbs -- pho came with only one sprig, which is really not enough as far as I'm concerned. Also tried the lemongrass pho (available on weekends), which comes with round wheat noodles (like spaghetti), but the regular pho broth is better. read more

Fast, inexpensive, yet delicious. I got a large bowl of tao, chin, nam, gau (my usual custom order) and HUGE bowl of pho with tasty broth, plenty of noodles and meat, as well as bean sprouts and fresh Thai basil on the side. I was nearly unable to finish the whole bowl, which is unusual for me! The fried spring roll and avocado smoothie were also quite good. I consider this a reasonable alternative to Pho 75 which is just a few blocks down Wash ave. 4 yelp stars read more

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One of the anchors of Washington Avenue's Vietnamese cuisine, this is one of the best places to get a bowl of pho. Keep in mind the regular bowl is big to begin with, so a large is gigantic. It's a simple interior, and they turn tables quickly. They have other things on the menu, but always get the pho here. It's my choice for a quick meal, for dinner out I'd usually go to one of the places on 11th. read more

Awesome spot!! Great food, cheap prices - can't go wrong. Food came out quick and very large portions. We got the lemon grass beef soup and a bun to split along with spring rolls. Could not eat all the food! Happy to bring home leftovers read more

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This is the place you go to when you don't know what you're craving, but it's getting late and it's also extremely cold outside. I don't know how they can stay in business with a menu full of items all under $7.50. The "small" size is medium/large anywhere else and the "large" size is definitely extra large anywhere else. Pho is actually very decent -- I'd recommend the works. The accompanying herb plate includes sawtooth for the herb-picky like myself. Bun bo hue is just mediocre. I had to add a lot of chili sauce for extra kick, but the broth was a bit on the salty side to start, so that was hard to remedy. The meat cuts were tender at least. I would stick to the pho, rice platters, and bun (cold vermicelli bowls). I have visited this place on every Philly trip because it stays open late; there is parking; the food is decent and cheap; and the service is good. Cash only. read more

Pho Ha - The works pho, large size. - Vietnamese Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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The Porkchop was dry. The pho was good. It's nice to have options to create your own pho. There's easy parking. The restaurant has enough tables so no wait time. read more

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We were on our way to Ba Le bakery and decided to get some pho from here. Their portions are what all takeout pho should be. I hate when you eat in its different from takeout which doesn't make any sense. We had the special pho and extra side of meatballs which were very tasty. The soup was very flavorful and noodles were fresh because they didn't break into small pieces when you reheat or mix them up. I'm pretty sure we will be back here again. Give it a try! read more

New owners but same great price. This was my go-to spot for takeout and really glad they kept prices similar: food is probably 2x good though. Good shit ya. read more

I ordered tripe pho and it arrived with just 1-3 pieces or rather it was just unnoticeable unless you look closer and I mentioned it to the waiter and he just said okay, and returned with a full bowl of tripe and it was fine until I saw that he charged me $5-7 for a bowl of tripe??? How ridiculous must it be that I have to buy tripe for my "tripe" pho? Despite that, the broth was much more light compared to other pho places I've been to and it could be compared to chicken broth. Anyways, it's cash only and even though the pho was somewhat better than average, I would not come back for measly portions of what I ordered. read more

Pho Ha - Vietnamese Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

I've been here twice in the passed 2 weeks and it's amazing. First of all, Pho is the cure for whatever ales you, for me it's usually a hangover, but the broth, noodles and meats with the southeast asian aromatics is a magical combination that will make you feel better even if you already feel great. The service here is fast, polite and efficient. Just walk in and take a seat anywhere and you will be greeted promptly with a menu. There is a wide selection of proteins to get with your pho here ranging from brisket, steak, tripe, tendon, fatty brisket, etc... I went with the works the first time and was very pleased. The for those who are beginners, skip the tripe, but for me, they do it pretty well here, they fine slice it into strips so that it's palatable (it's very tough and chewy so its best if you get a bite with a little tripe and a lotta soft rice noodles. The broth is clean, clear, and flavorful. The brisket is by far the most satisfying of the proteins and has the most beef flavor. be sure to be liberal with the "on the side fixins" (thai basil, jalapenos, bean sprouts, and lime. Pro tip: ask for your steak on the side if you get a Pho with steak. they'll bring paper thin slices of raw steak that you can put into the piping hot broth as you eat them so they don't overcook, as the broth is REALLY hot and the steak is REALLY thin. Its common practice amongst the vietnamese locals. Also, soft tendon sounds gross but it's delicious and melts in your mouth. Definitely my fav place on that strip of Washington street I've affectionately dubbed "Pho Alley" read more

Pho Ha - Cure for the itch, LARGE bowl of Pho with the works - Vietnamese Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

I love cheap fast huge bowls of pho! This one is another one of those casual pho places that serve exactly that. So good. Cash only of course. read more

I came in here, not sure what to expect. I read a few reviews, so had a fair idea of what type of experience to expect. We were seated immediately and given menus. The place was busy but looked as if everything was under control. It had more of a "diner" vibe but that's just my opinion. The prices are very reasonable, which is always a plus. We ordered and our food came out within five minutes. Don't expect a fine dining experience, it's more of eat and go or however you would like to phrase it. The iced milk coffee was really strong but can't complain. They didn't check on our table or ask us how the food was, but its just that type of place. My food was good and it was a good portion what what I paid. We had two entrees and the coffee and the bill was $17.30. I would come back here to try something else. I enjoyed the experience overall based off the quick service and prices. I think if you come here with a reasonable mind frame you won't be disappointed. read more

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On this stormy weather who would stay in when you got a place like this with hot spicy bowl of damn pho king good noodles.....love it read more

Pho Ha - Number 7 beef flanks and meatball pho! Delicious - Vietnamese Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

9 years later and it's still my go to spot for pho. The best and tastiest broth and meat. Always parking available somewhere in the lot

This place is the first pho restaurant I've found that has vegan broth. Many places I've checked do not even offer non-meat options (looking at your Pho 75!). Pho Ha's veg broth has all the exactly right spices and herbs, but (it should go without saying) isn't beefy like traditional pho. Since the usual marrow based broth can get overpowering as to be kind of one-note, I think the veg option is great even for meat eaters. It's a lighter, more refreshing version perfect for summertime pho craving. Variety, service, and prices are consistently good, so 4 stars. Extra star for the veg offering that is both hard to come by in Philly and welcomed. read more

Such a worthy review #100 recipient. Pho Ha serves up some seriously cravable Vietnamese food. Case in point, I first visited a couple weekends ago and could not get enough of the sliced pork pho and the vermicelli noodles with pork and egg rolls. It was a rainy day and these giant portions hit the spot. Great service was received and the prices were amazing. Fast forward to this past weekend. I had been thinking about these noodles all week and needed round 2 in my life ASAP. I spent an excruciating 45 minutes in Columbus blvd's version of hell aka that dump of a Comcast customer service center. The vermicelli bowl once again came through and made my day. The pork is perfectly cooked but still crispy on the outside with a great smokey flavor. Each table has lots of condiments to spice it up your way. I challenge anyone to find a more filling per dollar place that includes high quality ingredients made to order, good luck! read more