Was craving pho for breakfast so we yelped a couple of places in our areas that opened early and pho Huynh was the closest one, plus a couple of our friends said it was pretty good so we wanted to give it a try. Got there around 8:45am they were pretty empty, maybe two customers? Got seated right away, first impression of the restaurant they're pretty clean, well decorated. Their menu is pretty simple, just two pages for food and one for drinks. We ordered #17 and #22, got our food pretty quickly,first impression of the broth was kinda bland to my taste. They do give a lot of noodles tho which is a plus for me because I love noodles! The meat wasn't chewy, the tripes is good, but the tendons was kinda mehhhh it was super thin, chewy, and crunchy wasn't a fan of it. Overall vertical: it's okay if you want a quick bite early morning and you're craving pho. Probably won't go there again.. read more

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Came on a Sunday for some noon-time pho. Glad to see that they had outdoor dining since it's been a while since I've had pho at a restaurant. The broth had great flavor and the servers were very responsive. Overall, a great staple in the area! read more

Okay y'all .... Go get your PHO BAC here!!! The broth is delicious, no MSG, really almost tastes homemade! I ordered on the phone and picked up at the door (currently quarantine season still). The filet mignon in the pho is super tender along with the fresh noodles! I definitely will be coming back here!!! I don't even know why I stopped in the first place! I started coming here during my teenage years, and stopped after scouting out to other food places. But this place will always have a place in my heart! read more

Pho Huynh - Pho Bac - Vietnamese Near Me - El Monte, California

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I've been going here for as long as I remember with my family. My grandma, aunt, and dad refuse to eat anywhere else for pho in the SGV-- they say it's better than the pho back in Vietnam. It's been a pleasure to see Pho Huynh grow and evolve over the years. They're constantly innovating and trying out a new menu, new items, etc. I always get the pho tai chin. It's the perfect amount of flavor, and the portion is very good. I'm a constant at pho Huynh for Saturday or Sunday breakfast, and I'll continue to keep going! :) read more

We have been there twice and absolutely love the food and service that is offered. I have got the plain noodles and it's always comforting. My fiancé gets one of the premium phos and he loves it as well. I've also tried their Tai Tea and it is delicious. read more

Came here around 11:50 on a Monday. Not a lot of people so we were seated immediately. From taking our order to getting our food everything was done in a quick manner. My mom and I both ordered the Pho Tai, it was good but the soup was a bit more salty than how we'd like it, but I think that's because we're used to eating more plain foods. There was less meat than expected, but there is a good noodle to soup ratio and considering inflation and all, I think what we got for the price was pretty reasonable. read more

Pho Huynh - Pho Tai - Vietnamese Near Me - El Monte, California

You can't beat the prices. The regular at $7.50 is a complete meal with great aroma and round taste. The pho bac (northern pho) is a highlight for those looking for a different version. The vietnamese ice coffee will get your heart beating fast quickly. Wait for the ice to melt a little to get it diluted. read more

I ordered bun noodles with shrimp, eggroll, and grilled pork. It had very fresh lettuce, cucumbers, and sprouts in it. Pork was a bit fatty, but very flavorful. I especially liked the fish sauce because I was sweeter and less pungent (the way I like it). Food came out fast. read more

Don't think about coming here. Horrible place to eat pho. Soup is bland, bunch of noodles. I got the bac noodles and it barely had any noodles. My husband got the dac biet and it a lot of noodles. No AC running while we eat pho. I get it's about 80 degrees out but I think they should know that it's going to get hotter while eating. Want a happy customer you should have the AC running during this time of weather. For sure this is my last time coming here. Service was bad. I had to ask for cilantro like 3 times until they finally brought it out and it's mixed in with green onions. They could've said I don't just have cilantro only. Husband went to the restroom to wash his hands and came right back out after and mentioned there is no soap, more like it's water down soap. During this pandemic i think they should take this serious and be prepared to have soap since we are always washing our hands thoroughly because of Covid 19. Overall I don't see them cleaning the tables properly as well like other restaurants I've gone to. read more

There pho was so good. The soup is not sweet, which I like and they give you anything you ask when you call them. They come right away. The service is really good. and it is pretty cheap. read more

First time at this restaurant. The pho was pretty good. Had the beef round and brisket with regular vermicelli. They also have the thick noodle version. Broth was good and beef and noodles excellent. Service was also pretty good and nice looking restaurant. Only thing I would have to say it not in best neighbor. There were several homeless guys wandering around outside. read more

Pho Huynh - Beef Eye Round and Brisket Pho - Vietnamese Near Me - El Monte, California

Pho soup with rare steak and brisket awesome taste like no other that's why my first choice is pho huynh local family business I recommend this place anytime any day delicious must try spring rolls read more

Pho Huynh - Rare steak and brisket pho - Vietnamese Near Me - El Monte, California

Always find myself coming back to this pho place when there are plenty in the SGV. The interior is pretty modern and pho is delicious. The street seems a bit sketchy but they have their own parking lot. The pho is flavorful, steaming hot, and always fills me up. I love coming here when I'm feeling sick and need a hot mea read more

Wanted to eat something quick with my boyfriend for lunch the other day, and saw a few reviews from Yelp friends about Pho Huynh, so decided to drop by. There's a small parking lot behind the restaurant, and street parking if there aren't any spaces. Lots of tables, but since they serve the bowls of pho so quickly, people pretty much come and go. My boyfriend ordered the filet mignon (#1) and I ordered #2. He added extra beef balls, which were served on the side a few minutes after our pho came out - which was super fast! I thought the broth was pretty tasty, but I'm not a pho fan so as long as there is flavor, I'm good. I thought that all the pho specials came with the flat noodles (which is why I picked this place), but mine came with the regular vermicelli, while my boyfriend's had the flat noodle! That was disappointing. #2 had lots of meat and LOTS of noodles. Meat wise, I had tripe, flank, even some beef balls in my soup. The meat was tasty and added to the flavor of the broth. I was really full after eating my bowl. #1 seemed to contain more noodles than meat, and my boyfriend also mentioned that the broth wasn't as tasty as Pho Pasteur. I think our taste palates differ by a lot haha. They serve the typical beansprouts, chili, mint and lime on the side. I also got an iced coffee for my dad, which he said he liked. Flavor was good, and the cup wasn't overflowing with ice like some other places do to their iced coffee! Overall, I thought it was decent. Would have liked to have tried the flat noodle for my bowl though. Very quick meal and pay at the counter. They accept credit cards as well and this place opens really early! read more

Pho Huynh - No. 2 regular - Vietnamese Near Me - El Monte, California

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$7.00 PHO??? But I got a Free Hat! I came here after the ravings of my buddies and broke my own rule of not eating Vietnamese outside of Bolsa. The pho was pretty good, but it did cost more than I usually pay. Six of us ordered Dac Biet Pho Bac and one ordered either Bo Vien or Pho Bo Vien (Beef Ball w/or with out rice noodle). Dac Biet Pho Bac-Menu Item#1-(3+ Stars) I was surprised when the waiter brought our food in a steel-type bowl.This was Nice! The first thing I tasted was just the broth. The broth was ok. After I added the siracha/hoison sauce it was pretty yummy. The noodles were ok. The meat was surprisingly good. Much better than I had expected. The meat, in my opinion, was what made this particular pho so tasty. Ambiance/Service This place is comfortable. It is upscale compared to the places I usually eat. They even had upscale tiles that looked like stone. The tables were nice. They had at least two flat screens. The place looked pretty clean. Service was pretty quick. Our waitress was nice. Maybe for most, this might justify the higher cost. Price-The reason I did not give 4 stars! The price with tax was a little over $7.00. Add the tip and you are at $8-$8.50. For Pho? Huh? Price is more than eating good pho in Bolsa. I think the price was the only real negative I have. Well we weren't in Bolsa. Even if the price was high, it was only higher by $1.00 OR $1.50. But, I can name two places right off the top of my head where you can get decent Pho for about 2.50 right now in Bolsa! There is a recession!! I am not even sure I am charged tax in Bolsa. Anyways, this probably was the best Pho I have had in this area. The sodas are only a buck. That is cheaper than other places. I also saw cafe sua da for $1.75 which is reasonable, depending on the size and quality. I did not try it. Free Hat! This place gave me a free Bright Yellow Hat (See Photo http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/s8z52frDMhWwqT-gBoyP2Q?select=WwBBDCdP-Nn9xG8gYCT8sQ)! It is very bright yellow and says "Pho Huynh is Number 1." All jokes aside, this is a pretty cool hat depending on what you where it with. I already wore it today. This hat has me tempted to give this place 4 stars and almost compensates for the higher price. I would like to come again and try more. Parking There is a small lot behind the restaurant. This lot offers convenience but it is difficult to maneuver. There is also street parking. So, Parking is good. Overall, this place was A-OK and then some! I think a slight price decrease, instead of increase, would be more appropriate for the immediate future. I would not drive out of my way to come here, but if I am in the area and craving pho then THIS IS THE PLACE! Thank You Pho Huynh for the pho and the cool hat! read more

Pho Huynh - My Free Hat!! - Vietnamese Near Me - El Monte, California

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MY FAVORITE PHO PLACE EVER. I love it so much that I refuse to eat at any other pho establishment now...it just can't compare to the bliss served here in a stainless steel bowl. I always order the filet mignon pho. I much prefer this Northern style pho over the usual Southern style pho served at other pho restaurants. The soup is lighter in flavor, tastes like there's less MSG, uses thicker flatter noodles, and is topped with ginger shavings. The chunk filet mignon is also really soft! (And better than those dry chewy beef slices pho usually comes with.) UGH I just want to go back again just thinking about it. I think I could eat it literally every meal for the rest of my life...I could eat it pho-ever... read more

Pho Huynh - Filet mignon pho! Yum - Vietnamese Near Me - El Monte, California

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My favorite pho spot for over 10 years. Always love it here, service is typically fast and I've never left disappointed!

My friend said this place has the most authentic flavored pho in the area. We've been to the Valley Blvd pho shops. She suggested it, I replied "pho sure"! The parking lot and cute mural reminded me of Miami's Little Havana. This is the eastern migration of Garvey Avenue's Asian sprawl. As we entered, I was met with the wonderful aroma of pho. We were seated quickly, ordered from the simple menu, and the food was quickly brought to the table. I had the steak and well done brisket. My first taste of the broth was delightful. The meat was tender and had the right amount of fat for flavoring. I ordered a regular size, I should have gotten a large, because I finished quickly LOL... read more

Pho Huynh - #14 steak and brisket - Vietnamese Near Me - El Monte, California

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Not very accommodating to guests, bad service in fact. Was just there today. Food were just ordinary Ghetto area Will not come back and won't recommend this place. Two thumbs down. read more

Love the Pho bac! A co-worker brought me here following a lengthy discussion about different pho restaurants. He promised something different and delicious. Boy was he right on! Apparently the pho is northern style. The broth had bits of julienne ginger, was not oily, had a clean taste, and was served piping hot. Noodles were wide and thin (I like them better) and perfect for slurping. Personally I'm not that much into meat. For me its all about the broth and noodles. But the filet cuts were tender and decent quality. The pho was accompanied by the usual plate of basil, herbs, bean sprouts, sliced jalapeños, and lime wedges. Parking is located in the back. Now that I've had pho bac, regular pho just isn't the same. read more

Pho Huynh - Vietnamese Near Me - El Monte, California

One of my friend who's a so called pho expert told me to check this place out. Since i was feeling a little under the weather, I took his advice and headed over. I ended up getting the #1 combo with the filet mignon and... (I'm no pho expert) but it was pretty tasty. They even serve the pho in metal bowls. How fancy is that? On a side note, they add ginger to your pho, tasty for some but an annoyance for others. Just make sure you let them know if you don't want it so they can leave it out when making your pho. My two biggest gripe about this place is that they don't give you enough onions when you ask for some. It's not enough to share that's for sure. Also, they put too much ice in drinks. =/ read more

Pho Huynh - Not enough onions! Grrrrrr. - Vietnamese Near Me - El Monte, California

Good pho. There is nothing else on their menu except for pho and drinks so don't expect any appetizers or rice dishes. The pho noodle bowls came out super fast. The service was no frills. Regular size bowls are $7 and $7.50 for the large bowls. The no. 1 filet mignon is $8.00 and comes in a metal bowl. Sooooo full now. Only wish they'd add less ice in our drinks. I took a couple of drinks of my lime soda and it was out ($3.00). read more

Pho Huynh - Large #13. Rare steak, flank steak and some other beef. - Vietnamese Near Me - El Monte, California

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First time here and I was so impressed! The parking in the back is a convenient and the place itself is large in size so we didn't have to wait at all. I went with the #2 Pho, the soup was delish and I could taste the ginger in their flavorful broth. The portions of meat ingredients were generous probably BC of all the competition. Pho Hoa is directly across the street. I'll definitely be returning here again for sure. Only con is that they don't accept plastic : ( read more

Pho Huynh - Vietnamese Near Me - El Monte, California

They charge $3 for extra mint leaves. Wth all pho places give you the extra basil toppings free. They didn't even tell us beforehand there would be a charge and if its okay. Pho soup was like water. The meat and noodles was bland. This place has 4stars? The reviews are misleading. Pho filet is way better. read more

Pho Huynh - Vietnamese Near Me - El Monte, California

We all "noodle" have some time to enjoy the small things in life! Food: Pho Ga (Chicken Rice Noodle Soup) Price: regular size, $7.75 Ratings: what I like about this place from other chicken rice noodle soup is their broth. It's very "clean" HAHAH in the sense that it's not that salty, but the chicken broth with the onions compliment each other very well. They also give a lot of chicken for a regular! The rice noodles are also cooked really well and are very soft. The service could be better 'cause it felt a little slow! There is parking in the backkkkk aye read more

Pho Huynh - Chicken Noodle Soup: $7.95 regular - Vietnamese Near Me - El Monte, California

Was visiting my grandparents and got hungry so we went to this place since our go to pho place closed down. Upon walking in the very first thing I noticed was how big the restaurant is. The restaurant is clean, but the little containers that you put your sauces in were kind of sticky and dusty didn't seem like from being dirty but more like it hasn't been used in a while maybe? Regardless I didn't use it. Order a small PHO GA (chicken) and instead of getting the normal noodles that come with pho I opted to try the slightly bigger noddles because they're made fresh in house. The broth itself is pretty flavorful but I still need to add some hoisin sauce and hot sauce to give it the right combination. I appreciated that they give you a lot of veggies that were all fresh. Normally pho Ga comes with ginger fish sauce, and this place did give it to you but you have to ask for it and the amount they give you is tiny. The ginger fish sauce is lighter in flavor than I'm used to. Service- is just OKAY. They came to take our order and then dropped off our Pho when it was ready, but besides that we never saw them again. Our waters were never refilled. We were never checked on... I don't even think I got my extra napkin I requested. Parking-is absolutely horrible they have a teeny tiny lot in the back and street parking but with all the surrounding businesses the parking is normally taken my advice is to come before or after rush-hour. If and when I am in the area I guess I wouldn't mind stopping back in here for a bowl of pho or to try any of their other items but I wouldn't go out my way just to eat here. read more

During this Pandemic, they raise up the price, fine. But very inconsistent, i used to get charge for $24 for two pho and 2 coffee. Now sometime they charged $28.55, $31.4, $32.54, today he charged $30. The quality went really bad, a lot less meat but more noodles. Coffee is so much less than before. Time to go somewhere else for Pho read more

This is the third time i come here. Food and service has not changed. Broth lacks flavor, meat is soft but also lacks flavor, They don't give you that much vegetables (mint, sprouts, limon etc). I had to put lemon, black sauce and pepper to enhance my meal. Will i come back here? Sure, only if the other place near by isn't open. Price is very reasonable, but food isn't the best. read more

Pho Huynh - Vietnamese Near Me - El Monte, California

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I loved their chicken pho. A nail technician recommended me to this place. I usually like to talk about authentic food with people of different race. Food always brings people together. I love trying new things and finding new foods to eat. read more

my first time trying the northern style pho, and i absolutely loved it. my new favorite spot for pho. peach tea was soo good. service was great. plentiful parking in the back! i would definitely come back for more. read more

Pho Huynh - Vietnamese Near Me - El Monte, California

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Hits the spot when I am in need of pho! My bf actually took me to this restaurant a couple of times since it's close by and I thought it was time to write a review! Really like how open the seating is, not super busy, but still a good amount of customers. The staff is super nice and the service is pretty standard, but at least they're efficient! Every condiment and utensil is at the comfort of your table. If you drop your chopsticks there's a million more and you don't have to wait for someone to hand you a new pair! The food comes out pretty fast too, so again the wait is minimal (at most 10-15 minutes but your pho or meal comes out steaming hot). My usuals are the pho tai or the filet mignon pho! Highly recommend the filet mignon one and it's about $1-$2 more anyway (price ranges from $7.50 ish -$9 and stated on the menu). Slices of beef are super tender and the noodles are my favorite part. Definitely think the thinly sliced ginger makes this a great pho for when you're sick or under the weather. Drinks are great like the hot/ cold tea or the passionfruit tea! read more

This is my favorite pho place in the SGV. Parking is in the back but there is usually plenty of street parking. It can be crowded but the wait is usually short. I usually order the Dac Biet (special), which is a fairly good-sized meal. The Pho Tai with Bo Vien (rare beef with meatballs) is also good. The broth is clear and flavorful without being overly salty. Like almost all Vietnamese restaurants, MSG is a staple, so you really can't avoid it. The numbing on my lips after the meal is at least minimal here. I also find the noodles to be cooked just right here. It's not over cooked (mushy) and has some texture. The beef is fresh and not a big glob of fat you get elsewhere. Service is quick and the staff is pretty friendly for a Vietnamese joint. I haven't had food thrown in the table in all the years I've frequented PH. read more

Came here a couple times on lunch break. Customer service could've been better each service. Food and portion size were good though.

I can't decide if I'm a fan of this restaurant because it's got my bff's last name next to world famous noodle soup, or if it's that their phō left me crying for more on my way to LAX as I leave Cali until next time. Nonetheless it's some legit good phō. Forget the 3.5 avg rating right now. If it's good it's good, that's coming from my spoiled palate of having eaten so much good food my young lifetime, and my quarter Vietnamese husbands version of close-to-Grandma phō. Highly recommended, bookmarked until next time. I miss u already my phō~~~~~ read more

Pho Huynh - 9 - Vietnamese Near Me - El Monte, California

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I came here twice in a week. The first time I came here, I didn't add Sriracha or lime. It tasted awesome. I added Sriracha and lime the second time. It was horrid (Too much on both fronts). I only get #1. The plum sauce is awesome when you dip the beef. This soup is not oily at all. It tastes like beef broth with a hidden flavor embedded. Big plus on my side, I like drinking the soup. It doesn't need the sprouts/mint/lime/anything. Before eating, just think: The contents of that bowl, within the hour, will reside inside of your stomach. It's like the Hoover Dam being deliciously injected into your body. No complaints here. Pho comes out fast too. read more

Pho Huynh - Bulletproof bowls - Vietnamese Near Me - El Monte, California

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I believe this place has gone under new management from the last time I came. This place used to have bomb filet mignon pho and great pho in general, but my recent visit was so bland. It tasted like hot water and oil with noodles. The service is fast and efficient thanks to a middle-aged lady squawking at the employees. She was yelling "THIS GOES THERE AND THIS AND THIS AND THIS NO..." Maybe i'll come back here, for bland pho. read more

Not the best pho. But I went here because 1st, they have outdoor seating and 2nd they open early. 8:30AM, So that's a plus. Most of the pho place around this area don't open until 9:30 or 10Am. read more

Pho Huynh - Outside dine in - Vietnamese Near Me - El Monte, California

We haven't been here in a while, and we feared the wave of recent bad reviews. They were true. This is just another place that we need to retire. The pho is awful now. The broth is bland beyond belief. The meat is chewy and flavorless. Also: You ask for no cilantro, you get no toppings at all. You ask for water, you get hot water. RIP. Whoever made this place great is sorely missed, because it's a different restaurant now, and it's terrible. read more

Super quick. Stopped by here for lunch and they were super nice, attentive, and the food came out sooo fast which was what I was hoping for since I spent half my lunch break running an errand. Food was great too! read more

Maybe I haven't explored enough in El Monte, but this is one of the only spot that offers oxtail pho. They advertise "authentic" Vietnamese pho and it seems fitting because they focus on only serving pho and also some appetizers. The soup base taste well made, flavorful, and it is clear, meaning they sifted all the blood/debris floating during the bone boiling process, giving the broth a clean look. I've tried their pho dac viet- steak, flank, tendons, beefball- and the oxtail. The oxtail wasn't fall off the bone, and it wasn't tough either, but I kinda like it that way, so you get to gnaw some of it off the bone. My only complain is that they give u 4-5 pieces. One more piece would've been more satisfying. Their egg rolls are also a hit. The meat inside was juicy and the wrapper is crispy brown because it is made to order, perfect with the sweet "crack" fish sauce, soo good!! read more

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