Really great pho spot that stays open late and is very beautiful! Servers were sincere and quick and we got high quality food in quality time! read more

Everything about this place ... 10/10 Food is great, place is clean and staff friendly. I love coming here. The broth is so savory compared to the many places I've been to. Today, I ordered the Shaken Filet Mignon Garlic Noodles and they did not disappoint. Pho soups, Fried rice, spring rolls, that's usually what I order. All PHOfkn bomb read more

Pho Lab - Shaken Filet Mignon Garlic Noodles - Vietnamese Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

I'm a little disappointed. For a restaurant with a 4.8-star review, I had pretty high expectations. Pho 999999 was closed for a private party, so we decided to give this place a try. We ordered the plain pho for my child, and the flavor was just okay. I don't know if it's because it was a plain bowl and the flavor was naturally more mild, or if it came from a different pot, but either way, it was pretty meh. I've definitely had better. My husband and I both got the bun thit nuong. The portion was huge and could easily have been shared. The meat was really flavorful, and the fish sauce was also very good. The pork spring rolls were ok, nothing special. As for the ambiance, it definitely had more of a hole-in-the-wall feel. I'm not sure if another party had just left, but the area where we sat wasn't very clean and the table/area felt really sticky. Overall, I probably wouldn't come back. Maybe we just caught them on an off day, but based on the high rating, I was expecting more. read more

Pho Lab - Vietnamese Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

Friday Lunch Broth - good Meat - lean and chunky...average Noodles - undercooked, hard with a crunch. they didnt soften until i was pretty much done with my bowl. Veggie plate - small, undersized My impression is this place is struggling. That or maybe they're just stingy/greedy. The only language i heard while eating was Chinese. That's a bit of a red flag for pho in this neck of the woods. read more

+ Decent, filling phở. + Polite, attentive, helpful staff. + Ample parking. + Decent amount of indoor seating. - Crowded on a Sat night 10:30pm though. . Service speed is ok. + Pleasant ambience. - The paper towel dispenser wasn't working. -- Only 1 restroom. Waited ~3min. My food already came out. Better go eat before the food inflates, even with dirty hands. After my meal, the restroom's closed for cleaning. Guess that previous user dropped a big one. Ugh, dirtier hands. read more

OC is the best place in the world for Pho and I'm a pho fanatic. PHO LAB is one of my favorites! The beef bone is top notch. The meat is tender and falls right off the bone. The broth is nice and savory. Not too thick but robust. Service is great. You may expect a wait but worth it and never too too long. There's a sign in paper wait list in the lobby. read more

Pho Lab - Vietnamese Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

Ordered the combination pho which came with all the meats (Except the rib), but it was excellent! Loved the broth and the meats were very tender! Not sure what type of grade the brisket was (Wagyu?) but it was so buttery soft! Best brisket i have had! Also ordered the garlic noodles with shaken beef. I thought this dish was just decent. The noodles weren't as garlicky and tender, and the beef was a little too chewy tough. The green aji sauce didn't have that nice kick. I would definitely come back for the pho! read more

Pho Lab - Pho Combination pho to go - Vietnamese Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

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Rating: 7.5/10 First time trying Pho Lab in Huntington Beach. Interior is on the smaller side with limited seating. Clean and simple setup, but not a ton of space. Service was okay - took a bit longer than expected to get our order in. Combination Pho Pretty solid. Broth was flavorful and the variety of meats were all well prepared. Nothing standout, but a good, solid bowl of pho. Garlic Noodles with Shrimp Best dish of the meal. The shrimp were excellent - cooked really well, shell-on, and packed with flavor. Garlic noodles were also very tasty and paired well with the shrimp. Egg Rolls Pretty mid. Not bad, but nothing memorable. Overall, solid food with a standout shrimp dish. Service could be quicker, but still a decent spot to check out. read more

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Came after a show at the observatory. I had the ribeye pho and it was really tasty. I like that they don't overfill the bowl with noodles and give a decent amount of meat. Also got a side of steamed veggies and it was a huge portion. Bf got the oxtail pho and thought the broth wasn't as good as mine. The oxtails were hard to eat and pull apart and were did not fall off the bone. Crispy egg rolls were so good! Just wish they served them with lettuce and mint to roll them up with. read more

Pho Lab - Oxtail pho, egg rolls, side of steamed veggies, ribeye pho - Vietnamese Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

Had this placed bookmarked for a while now to take my parents since they had 5 stars and was not disappointed, cute little mom and pop restaurant, I believe it was the owner that served us and she was very kind. We all ordered the build your own bowl of pho and a couple of our proteins were mixed up, but it was quickly reconciled and the meat we actually ordered was brought on a separate plate. Can't complain about having extra! On that note, I would've been upset if our orders were wrong and the food was bad too but everything we got was really good!! Rare steak, flank, tendon all tender, meatballs could've been a little fresher but not off-putting at all. Noodles were cooked perfectly and side veggies all super fresh. They also give you the option of raw or blanched bean sprouts without you needing to ask. We also got the pork rolls which were also pretty good given that the pork patties were nice and soft as well They tried to make up for the mistake by constantly making sure we had our waters refilled and were attended to, very grateful for the amazing service! read more

Pho Lab - Pho with rare steak, tendon, and tripe Charbroiled Pork Rolls - Vietnamese Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

Having been to my fair share of pho restaurants, I was pleasantly surprised to find one that I liked in affluent area like Huntington Beach. Others that I have tried in nice areas are usually average at best and terrible at worst. But this place is legit. Definitely run by people who know how to make good pho. I also like that that they have vegetarian pho for those that don't eat meat. I've had the Pho Tai as well as oxtail pho and both were delicious. Also the lychee tea was refreshing!I will definitely be back! read more

Pho Lab - Lychee tea - Vietnamese Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

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Love that this spot opens late at night!! Plenty of parking, but the spot is a little small. We waited around 30 minutes for a table. Once seated, service was super quick! They got our order right away and our food was brought out shortly after. I got a bowl with the combination meats and it was soooo yummy! They do not skimp out on the meats at all! All the meats were tender and had such a yummy bite. The broth tasted soooo clean, I loved every bite. We also got the egg rolls to share with the table which was super yummy. read more

Pho Lab - Pho Combination - Vietnamese Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

I probably had this place on my Yelp bookmark due to 4.8-star average rating with over 1,300 reviews. Pho Lab serves classic and traditional Vietnamese cuisine in Huntington Beach and the restaurant has another location in Lake Forest. [Parking]: No issue finding an open spot within the plaza parking lot. [Atmosphere]: Casual dining atmosphere. I wrote my name on the waitlist and only waited about 5 minutes on Saturday at 6 PM. The restaurant opens until midnight. [Menu]: The top two Yelp highlights are Pho Rib Bones and Crispy Egg Rolls. They also serve appetizers like Golden Pork Bao, Spring Rolls, and Popcorn Chicken. No pho? Other options include banh mi, vermicelli, rice plates, house fried rice, and garlic noodles. *** Pho Rib Bone (10-hour plus simmered beef bone broth, rice noodles topped with green onions, white onions, & cilantro - served with bean sprouts, basil, culantro, lime & jalapeno - $14.95): The rib bone was slow cooked in special broth for 4+ hours. It was a massive bowl with excellent savory broth. I was surprised to see 3 GIANT ribs! Noodle was a bit firmer than I would like, but absolutely great value for this bowl. Crispy Egg Rolls (mixture of shrimp, pork & vegetables fried to crispy to perfection - 2 pieces - $5.45): The description was right ... these egg rolls had perfect crispiness - not too crunchy and soft enough not to have too much flakes. Delicious fillings and definitely a must order *** Personally this is one of the best value pho spots in Orange County & I had a super satisfying dinner. Highly recommend this spot in Huntington Beach for anyone who doesn't want to drive to Little Saigon & still craves for some excellent pho. read more

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Pholab is hands-down one of the best spots I've hit up in Orange County. Their broth!!! Ridiculously good. It's rich, savory, and just... comforting in that way that makes cold days feel instantly warmer. Honestly, it's the kind of bowl that hits you right in the soul. I've tried a bunch of their dishes and they've all been consistently delicious -- no misses so far. The customer service is always on point too; everyone's friendly, fast, and actually seems to care that you're having a good time. It does get busy (because everyone and their cousin knows it's good), but the wait moves super quick, so you're never stuck standing around for long. If you're in Orange County, do yourself a favor and check out PhoLab. Totally worth the hype, totally worth the stop. Highly recommend!!! read more

Pho Lab - Shaken Filet Mignon Garlic Noodles - Vietnamese Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

After a long workday and some much-needed rain, I was craving a comforting bowl of Pho and decided to try a new spot since my usual go-to closed. After seeing Pho Lab repeatedly recommended in a local community Facebook group, and finding they were one of the few that also offered Veggie Pho on their menu and with an actual photo (which looked amazing!), I decided to give them a try. I'm so glad I did! Pho Lab was one of the few top-recommended spots that also offered delivery options (DoorDash, Uber Eats, and Grubhub), which made my decision even easier. My order arrived well packaged, and the vegetarian broth was still hot. The presentation looked just like the photo--fresh, colorful, and definitely made with care. The Veggie Pho itself was fantastic. Generous portions of bok choy, broccoli, carrots, baby corn, tofu, and noodles made every bite satisfying. The flavors were clean, comforting, and honestly 10/10 delicious--one of the best bowls of veggie pho I've had. Their menu has a great variety, and I appreciated seeing tofu spring rolls as an option. I'd love to also see them add a vegetarian and a chicken egg roll (no pork or shrimp) option as well as a vegan Pho option in the future--it would give them an even stronger edge. Another huge win: they're open late, 7 days a week from 11:00 AM to 12:00 AM. My previous spot closed early, so finding a place with great food AND late hours is a major bonus. I'll definitely be ordering from Pho Lab again. Highly recommend if you're looking for flavorful, fresh, and well-made read more

Pho Lab - Veggie Pho - 10/10 delicious! - Vietnamese Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

Great Phở! Flavorful broth, good quality meat, and large portions! I really appreciate that they're open late, and it makes for the perfect late night comfort meal! I got the ribeye and it was sooo yummy and the rib bone pho also was amazing with two large bones which had tender and flavorful meat. definitely recommend! read more

Pho Lab - Pho Ribeye - Vietnamese Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

I stopped in Friday night and was seated right away. The waiter was friendly and welcoming. I started off with the wings with the garlic butter sauce and the mango habanero sauce. They were cooked well but the sauces were only ok. I actually preferred them with the chili sauce that is kept on the table. I ordered the combination pho with the rib and it was delicious. The broth was full of flavor and complex, the meat and veggies were plentiful and tasty. I ended up having enough left over for lunch the next day. The staff were really friendly and were great about making sure I had everything I needed without being over the top. I'm glad I found this place and I will be returning. read more

Pho Lab - House Chicken Wings - Vietnamese Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

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Portion size sucks now and price went up. Why did they ruin it? I won't be coming back. read more

Pho Lab - Tiny portion - Vietnamese Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

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Strolled in on a Monday at 11am, and it already had people in seats. This is a good sign. If a Pho place has people so close to opening, it usually means people were craving it and came in. Pho broth was good. A bit on the saltier side, however I do prefer it that way. Good portion of meat in the Dac Biet (Steak, Meatball, Brisket, Tendon and Tripe). I appreciate that they put a bit less sprouts etc. on their plate to reduce waste, you can always ask for more. They use the same bowls my friend's family uses... I don't know how much more authentic you can get! The Iced coffee was good too. Pretty standard. A good pho place that is open late that isn't in Westminster/Garden Grove. I would definitely stop in, If i was in the Area and wanted Pho. Will consider getting a beef rib next time too. read more

Pho Lab - Vietnamese Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

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I'm visiting from out of state absolutely devastated that my new favorite food is so far away. The pho as well as the golden boa were phenomenal read more

Pho Lab - Chicken Pho Chicken (Thigh or Breast) - Vietnamese Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

Been really meaning to review Pho Lab for a while now! Pho lab has become one of my most frequently visited restaurants. The restaurant is always super clean and the service is excellent. The staff are always so welcoming too. I've had many items on the menu and everything is really good, so you can't go wrong! My favorite is the pho combination and the Garlic Noodles with Ribeye. Highly recommend visiting Pho Lab if you are craving really flavorful and rich pho. read more

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This review has been overdue for me Today I am here treating myself to another bowl of pho ribeye and a winter melon iced tea before my birthday tomorrow I'd like to preface that I live in Little Saigon and have had many good pho places. My continued visits to this location are a testament to their food quality and service. My first time having Pho Lab was actually delivery through UberEats. I never get noodle soups delivered because it never hits the same (you know what I mean lol). When I had that first delivered bowl though, I just knew I needed to come in to enjoy a fresh bowl in person. The broth is deep and flavorful, the ingredients always so fresh. The menu is not as big as some places I have been, but everything I have tried has been delicious. Also the service is always great! I've been here too many times to count by this point, both alone and with company. This place hits every time, with all my people too. Thank you to the staff, I already can't wait to come back and thank you to Danny for your service today! read more

Pho Lab - Vietnamese Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

When the banh mi craving hits, Pho Lab has got you covered. Stopped by this little pho joint after an afternoon of Black Friday shopping. I had worked up a carb craving and knew only a rustic bread loaf stuffed with veggies and sliced chicken would seal the deal. I ended up ordering the chicken banh mi, with a side of egg rolls - my cheat snack of choice. Both items were absolute perfection. The banh mi had an amazing balance with sweet to salty. Already have a second visit on my to-do list! read more

I've been here twice after studying at the HB library and I have zero complaints!! I love the overall vibe and all the staff members are very nice/attentive. The food is ready pretty quickly and I really love their vegetable pho. Perfect for a quick dinner date especially since they're open until late. read more

Pho Lab - Pho Veggies (Vegetarian Broth) and Pho Brisket - Vietnamese Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

I arrived right around when they opened and there was plenty of seating. Had a delicious bowl of pho with brisket here. The standout of my order though was the pork banh mi - it was super flavorful with buttered baguette, savory pork, and fresh toppings. It felt like it was great value too for its length. That will be my go to order if I want something convenient! Service was friendly and food was made quickly. read more

Amazing Pho (beef ribs won everyone's vote) and the garlic noodles are addictive. The tofu and vegetables are fresh and tasty, and the shaken beef is delicious We had shrimp spring rolls that were good, but the pho was what we're still talking about. This is definitely one we'll be going back to! read more

My friend and I were in Huntington Beach looking for a late night spot to eat at and pholab was one of the few places open at about 10:30 pm on a Monday. We went to check it out and it was really good! My friend got the pho rib bone and I got the shaken filet mignon with garlic noodles. I'm not one to finish my food since I typically don't eat a lot but I finished everything. It could also be I was incredibly hungry, but the flavor of the beef was delicious. The garlic noodles weren't the best, but I love noodles+garlic so still yummy to me. I tried my friend's pho and they gave a generous amount of meat - 3 bones and the pho and soup were very good. I almost regretted not ordering the pho, but I enjoyed my garlic noodles. Service was quick and efficient. They were very kind and we got seated right away. Ambience reminded me of a mom and pop casual place. With how late it was, I didn't expect there to be a constant flow, but there was quite a few people who came in after us. I would definitely come back to enjoy some delicious pho or garlic noodles! read more

Pho Lab - Shaken filet mignon with garlic noodles - Vietnamese Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

The restaurant has a traditional, family-owned vibe. The food was good and the server was trying to be helpful but you can tell he is super busy. read more

I can confidently say Pho Lab has become one of my favorite spots, and it absolutely deserves all the hype. From the moment you walk in, you can tell this place is on a different level. The restaurant is spotless, the ambiance is clean, modern, and honestly feels a bit upscale without being intimidating. It strikes that perfect balance between casual comfort and a more elegant dining experience. Now the food... seriously incredible. The pho is rich, flavorful, and clearly made with care. You can taste the depth in the broth right away, and everything from the noodles to the meats is fresh and perfectly prepared. Every bite feels satisfying, and it's one of those meals where you don't want it to end. What really stood out to me though is the service. Even when it gets busy, the staff stays super friendly, attentive, and on top of everything. You never feel ignored or rushed, which makes a huge difference. They genuinely seem to care about your experience, and it shows. My friend and I actually came here to celebrate a new car purchase because this place is just that good, it's our go to and favorite spot. It felt like the perfect place to celebrate something special, and it did not disappoint at all. On top of all that, the pricing is very reasonable, especially considering the quality and portion sizes. You're getting a lot of food, and it feels like great value for what you're paying. Overall, Pho Lab just does everything right. Amazing food, great service, fair prices, and a clean, beautiful space. And I have to give a special shoutout to Tiffany, she is seriously amazing. She is so kind, welcoming, and attentive, and you can tell she genuinely cares about every customer who walks in. She made our experience even better and went above and beyond to make us feel taken care of. Tiffany is truly one of the sweetest people and such a huge part of what makes this place so special. read more

Pho Lab - Pho Shrimp + Broccoli and Pho Brisket and Thai Tea - Vietnamese Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

Knew this restaurant by last time tried the next door to the T triple. Small restaurant, a nice with soft opening We tried the Beef Phö very tasty, Nice service read more

Pho Lab - Rib eye beef Pho - Vietnamese Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

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Great meat portions, most I've seen in pho ever. Friendly service, gave extra lime when requested. Ambiance is good, decent space between tables. Not too loud, well lit. Best pho I've eaten at in SoCal. read more

First time customer ordered to go. Ordered 1. Pho my way - 4 stars You pick your protein. I ordered 2 ribeye (raw and on the side) + meatballs. Delicious soup flavor and the protein to noodles was ok. I only got 3 meatballs 2. Bun Thit Nuong - 4 stars The protein to noodle ratio is better here. The grilled pork was good along with fish sauce. Wish they provided chili to add to the sauce. To go service was fine, no complaints. Order was packed fast This is a smaller space and good amount of parking in the Walmart shopping center. This place reminded me of a typical place in Little Saigon. Tip- if you pay cash there is a small discount read more

Pho Lab - Vermicelli - Grilled Pork Pho Your Way - Vietnamese Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

I'm finally writing a review about this place. If you like Vietnamese food you must try this place out. Prior to this place my favorite was Sup Noodle bar in Irvine, but this place now takes the top spot for me. I've loved everything I've had there - especially their Combo Pho with added beef rib bone. Their chicken and egg rolls are also delicious. read more

Best deal in town! It's also on my top Pho place to visit. Definitely worth the drive if you live outside of OC. Their pho rib is my favorite as well as their ribeye fries! These two are a must if you are here. Ox tail is also good. The place is not too big but if you come on the right time, you won't have to wait a long time. Staff members are awesome and very welcoming! I will definitely come back. read more

Pho Lab - Side veggies - Vietnamese Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

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The pho combination here is truly on another level. The broth is rich and soothing, the meat is unbelievably tender, and the beef balls have that perfect bouncy texture and deep flavor. It's the kind of bowl that just wraps you in warmth and comfort. We also tried the beef garlic noodles and the beef fries, both were incredible. The noodles were buttery, garlicky, and savory in the best way, and the beef fries were crispy, flavorful, and addictive. Literally everything on the table slapped. We ate it so fast we forgot pics.. so here's the garlic noodles ! On top of that, the service is so genuine and welcoming. The boss came by to check on us and make sure we were happy, you can really feel the care here, from the kitchen to the table. Such a cozy place , a delicious gem. Definitely coming back! read more

Pho Lab - Vietnamese Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

Pho Lab is located in the same plaza as Pho-licious. Since the reviews for Pho Lab were better my boyfriend and I decided to eat here. When you enter, there's a clipboard to add your name to a list but there's also a register with a guest table positioned in front of it so it was kinda of confusing to get checked in. They'll call to you from the counter and ask how many are dining. I'd hope this aspect gets organized better. My boyfriend and I were seated at the table in front of the register. I understand that they're trying to fit as many tables as possible but the arrangement is so strange to me because of how close we were to the counter. The service was very quick and attentive. This is what earned the restaurant an extra star on my rating. I ordered the brisket pho while my boyfriend ordered the combination pho and crispy egg rolls. Our food came quickly and it was never a long wait to have our glasses refilled with water. It got kinda busy as more people began to queue up. I noticed that the staff even brought stools for guests to sit on while waiting outside. That was very considerate! As for the food, I'm sad to say that I was disappointed. I don't understand the hype-- this pho was pretty mid. Its aroma was strong and the brisket was extremely fatty. My boyfriend let me taste the crispy egg rolls and those weren't very appetizing either. Again, the meat was extremely chewy and the flavors were muted. read more

I usually go to Phoholics because it is closer to the bigger cities, but the quality there has dropped so much that I do not even want to eat there anymore. It used to be my number one pho spot, but the food quality has gone down a lot while the prices keep going up. I was honestly surprised by how good Pho Lab was. I ordered through DoorDash instead of dining in, and the food still arrived in amazing quality. The tender short ribs were flavorful, juicy, and very tender. Everything tasted fresh and well made. Pho Lab is now my number one spot for pho. I really hope they open a location closer to Garden Grove and Westminster because they deserve even more attention. In my opinion, they already beat Phoholics. They just need to be closer to where I live. read more

I'm sad, I came here before at night and it was so good. I raved to it to my wife and told her we had to go. Fast forward now and it just wasn't the same. Some things were similar, broth flavor, quality of the meat, ambience were good. What was lacking was these darn noodles. First it was hard so I'm like ok they're under cooked. But then after 5 mins they were mushy. Is that normal? Kind of ruined the experience. We put the noodles in one bowl and just ate the meat and veggies. We went home kinda still hungry and opted for kfc next door :/ now that's saying something. Whatever cost cutting measures they did to save a buck, it's not worth customer disappointment. read more

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Simply the best!!! We've had multiple things here and the quality is the best! We ordered to go this time and it was still great! The vermicelli combo was amazing. The shrimp was so fresh and the pork was perfect without greasy pieces. The crispy chicken garlic was also delicious! Overall I can't emphasize enough that everything tastes FRESH! read more

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Pho Lab is a calm luh pho joint in HB with some motion. This spot is located in a plaza with a good amount of parking spots. Keep in mind that this spot is pretty popular within the community so expect some wait times. Wifey and I stopped by for dinner and it was about a 20 minute wait. Inside, they have a typical pho restaurant setup with about 8-10 tables for seating. For their menu, they have a pretty extensive selection of appetizers, pho, noodles, and rice dishes. Wifey and I decided on trying the Grilled Pork Spring Rolls and the Pho Combination Bowl. The pho broth passed the vibe check and the rest of the meal was delicious from there! Overall, I would definitely recommend checking this spot out if you are in the area. All of the staff are very attentive and welcoming. This spot is also open until midnight which is a plus. There is a reason why this spot has over 1,000+ positive reviews! Pho Lab is Viet gang approved! read more

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