Rating: 9.25/10 We arrived around 7:45 pm for a late dinner. Luckily there weren't any other dining in customers (just take-out). There's parking in the front and back of the restaurant. Ordered eye round steak pho, Vietnamese pancake, salad/spring rolls, shrimp tempura, grilled pork chop over rice (R2) and 3 colored bean dessert. Pho and spring rolls were good, a little less noodles and meat than usual, but expected/fine for its price. Vietnamese pancake was HUGE and crunchy! It came with bean sprouts, shrimp, chicken, beef, shredded lettuce and carrots. Shrimp tempura was nice and crunchy. Grilled pork chop over rice (R2) was SO TENDER and perfectly cooked! According to my family member, the BEST pork chops they've had. It came with a couple tomato/cucumber slices, broken rice, shredded lettuce carrots, mint and fish sauce. Ordered 3 bean dessert (drink) to-go, but I think we received a regular red bean dessert (drink) by mistake (since there was only 1 type of bean). Otherwise everything was super nice and fresh, including the bean sprouts and mint with the pho! The two workers were great! Would totally recommend read more

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Flew in and was looking for a really good pho place. The staff are welcoming! Place is clean and nicely decorated for a mom and pop style restaurant. Unfortunately their pho and won ton mee were not fresh and not good. The broth was probably a couple days or more old, it didn't look fresh & clear like it should & the wonton mee taste like bouillon and hot water with some veges, a handful of wontons; pretty tasteless. Disappointed for the prices for the soups @ $17.95! Not sure how they got pretty high rating. In California this spot will rate a 2.8 or 3 stars only. The staff gets 5 stars! First time and last time here. read more

Landed in Portland and the first place we went to was this Vietnamese restaurant that was absolutely amazing! Old school furniture and vibes inside, this freestanding building was old but clean. They kept the wood furniture inside very updated. The food was great. We got 4 bowls of the pho tai and pho tai gan sach which is more for the explorative tongue. It came out hot and steaming and enough to make us all full. The Banh Xeo was crispy and came with another full plate of veggies. The service was great. It seemed to be family owned and we love supporting restaurants like theses. read more

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Good was fantastic and the pho was so fast! Pretty quiet for 545 on a Friday evening so definitely no need to worry about reservations or being too busy. read more

Pho Le Nguyen - Crispy noodles - Noodles Near Me - Portland, Oregon

I order Banh Mi from them regularly, and really like their vermicelli Bun dishes too. Good, solid Vietnamese cooking, every time. Portions are plentiful. read more

A solid spot for Vietnamese food! We went because it was close to the Cascades shopping plaza. There is a small parking lot behind the restaurant; we ran into an employee in the parking lot who kindly offered to let us enter the restaurant via the back door since it had started drizzling. The interior is very traditional with heavy wooden tables, seats and benches. Lots of Vietnamese customers which immediately reassured us lol. We tried the pork banh mi and their combo pho. Service was a little slow but both were flavorful. I wish the pho came with more bean sprouts and basil but I always feel that way. The baguette had a lovely crackle I was looking for. There are two non-gendered bathrooms that were fairly clean. Also a sauce bar that we regret not trying. Will return if we're in the area! read more

Pho Le Nguyen - Combination pho - Noodles Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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First time at Pho Le Nguyen and we were pleasantly surprised. Service was great and we enjoyed the food. We ordered the House Special Pho Noodle Soup & Special Vermicelli. Portion size was good. For dessert we got the Three Color Bean Dessert. read more

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Stepping in, this is a spotlessly clean, nicely decorated restaurant. The fact that almost all the patrons were older Vietnamese boded well. Attentive service without being intrusive. The food was generous and very good. We started with beautiful spring rolls with peanut sauce. I had an enormous bowl of pho. Just the thing for a tummy feeling a bit delicate. My partner had a rice plate with pork chop. Beautifully presented and lots of interesting flavors. All in all, I am happy to recommend you giving it a try. read more

Pho Le Nguyen - Pho, spring rolls, rice plate with pork chop. - Noodles Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Walked in and get sitter right away. Quick service and delicious meal overall. Rolls were very good, pho was delicious too. No size choosing so it's a lot for me ahah. Inside style is amazing- old school but clean and modern! read more

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This place was super cute and easy to find. There's a lot of street parking nearby in the neighborhood that is free. The place was not very loud despite being right next to the road. We are greeted and seated as soon as we walk inside. The lady was very nice and to give it some time to read over their massive menu. The interior kind of gives old school vibes with its red booths and wooden chairs. The food came out and probably 10 to 15 minutes. It's hard for me to tell what is considered "really good" pho, but this place definitely met my standard of being willing to come back and try other items. Prices are pretty reasonable and portions are massive. I think this restaurant is a nice place to bring family and friends. read more

You've been Yelped !!! This place deserves as much business as you can throw at it. The food is amazing and full of flavor. The service is outstanding.. I'm not making this up. The server is bussing tables making room for more customers then taking orders by memory ( Who needs paper ... me) Did I mention super clean and very comfortable seating. You just can't go wrong here my Yelpies. Thai Coffee and a 3 color bean drink will keep you from the food coma ..... read more

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This 4 stars review was mainly for Bánh Xèo/Vietnamese Crepe, $15.95: giant 12 inches in diameter with generous amount of lettuce to enjoy was worth my time on a Sunday afternoon random trip! Although it's not the Southern style, my preference with mung bean as on of the fillings, it was fresh, crunchy, ample of filling of shrimp, pork, been sprouts, and just the right amount of coated oil from the pan/wok. This was the first place I had where they put cilantro as part of the flour. If you don't eat cilantro, be sure to ask them to leave it out. Chè Ba Màu/3 bean dessert, $6.55: served in a to go cup. It was alright. I had better. Service was prompt a story brought out water as soon as you seated. They left you alone to enjoy your meal. All three staff spoke Vietnamese to me which I enjoyed and appreciated. You do have to wave them over if you need additional things. Clean, utensils are stored in small drawers at each table. Family owned and operated. It's not my typical neighborhood so I won't be going out of my way for it, yet definitely drop in whenever I'd be in the area for Bánh Xèo again and may even venture out to order other dishes. It's at the end of NE Sandy Blvd with not much around so it's definitely worth your while if you're looking for solid and value food for your buck. Street parking and super small slot to park behind the restaurant. P.Y. Two genders neutral one stall restaurant without toilet cover seats. One of them was out of toilet paper so I had to get out to use the other one. read more

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This place has got better since they opened. Well I guess they were pretty good when they first opened but just had not caught on yet. Pho and everything we have had is spot on. It is on the main street but I do believe there is parking in the back. This is worth checking out. read more

Pho Le Nguyen - Glad I can just grab a fork - Noodles Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Stopped in here for lunch with some friends. Service was notably inattentive, even though it wasn't terribly busy at the time. The food itself was also nothing noteworthy, but the portion size seemed to match the price nicely. One nicety is the tiny parking lot behind the restaurant which enabled me to not have to find street parking. The interior is pretty gaudily-decorated, and booths are more utilitarian than contemporary or luxurious. At each table is a tiny cabinet containing silverware and chopsticks, which is very thoughtful and convenient. If you're in the neighborhood and have more time than you'd expect lunch to require, and have a huge hankering for Vietnamese food, Pho Le Nguyen will fit the bill, but I can't recommend going out of your way based on my experience. read more

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Little spot recommended by a friend of ours so we decided to try it as it was only four minutes away from where they lived. Unsuspectingly very delicious and I highly recommend the wonton soup, but the banhmi steals the show. A lot of great dishes to choose from here and their fried rice is pretty delicious as well. The service is very nice. Ambience is calm and relaxing. Parking lot in the back though it is small. There is also street parking. read more

Pho Le Nguyen - S3. Wonton Noodle Soup (Mi Hoanh Thanh) - Noodles Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Really fast fresh, huge portions, Mango Boba was 6 stars. Got V1 and V2, lots of noodles, almost 2 many. Super tasty, saved some for tomorrow! read more

Pho Le Nguyen - V1. Special Vermicelli (Bun Dac Biet) and A5. Shrimp Tempura (6) - Noodles Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Pho Le Nguyen is the Absolute Best ! This Old man says So ! Try them out, you will Enjoy ! Super quaint and authentic. Nicest Family Establishment. read more

Le Nguyen in Oregon gives off that old-school Vietnamese restaurant vibe -- the kind with big, heavy wooden tables and chairs that remind me of when I was a kid. You don't see setups like that much anymore unless it's in a big family home, so it definitely brings back some nostalgia. I stopped by for a quick to-go order and used the restroom while waiting. The place overall feels pretty old and could definitely use a bit of renovation -- especially the restroom (and yes, the toilet needs a refill!). Now, the pho broth is what really makes Le Nguyen shine -- authentic, flavorful, and super tasty. I'd rate it a solid 8/10. Even though they don't offer bánh tươi (fresh noodles), I'd still come back because that broth is seriously good. The portion size and price were a bit surprising -- it's on the pricey side and might not be enough to feel completely full. I was also disappointed that my order came with only two small pieces of beef ball (basically two quarters, not even a full one). If you go, I'd recommend getting the special combination pho, since it gives you more variety and is a better value for the price. Parking can be a little tricky. There's a small lot behind the restaurant, but spots are limited and the area isn't very organized. There are also a few street parking spots nearby, but those are a hit or miss, depending on the time of day. One thing I have to mention -- their chili sauce (sa tế) is excellent. It's the perfect fit if you love spicy food! The flavor and heat really kick in just right, and honestly, it would go perfectly with bún bò Huế too. Overall, despite the age of the place and a few downsides, Le Nguyen still stands out for its authentic pho flavor. Compared to other spots in town, it has more reviews -- and most of them are good -- so they're clearly doing something right. I'll definitely be back for that broth (and that sa tế). read more

Delicious steaming pho on a cloudy damp day, what else could be better? Ordered the #6, loved it! The fresh spring rolls were gulfed down rather quickly too. Customer service was very good. Clean bathrooms which I appreciate. read more

Pho Le Nguyen - Pho Le Nguyen: spring roll - Noodles Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Met a friend here for lunch the other day and was pleasantly surprised at how good this place was. I ordered the pho special (no tripe or tendon) and she ordered a rice plate. The bowl of pho came out nice and hot. It was packed with meat and noodles. The broth was on point and definitely satisfied my pho cravings. The prices here are also reasonable when compared to other places. The place was nice and clean with friendly service. read more

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I was looking for a quick and easy dinner spot when I happened upon Pho Le Nguyen and boy, I was not disappointed. This was some of the best Vietnamese food that I have ever had hands down. It is not located in the most convenient spot but the drive is more than worth it. We started with salad rolls (minus the pork) and they did not disappoint. Prepared quickly and served with a thick, delicious peanut sauce, they were a refreshing and light starter. For my main course, I ordered the tofu banh mi and I definitely made the right decision. This was genuinely the best banh mi that I have ever had, there was nothing I would have changed about it. The bread was soft but perfectly toasted, the tofu had a great marinade, and the toppings were perfectly balanced. Not to mention, the sandwich was huge! The vegetarian pho with tofu was also a hit. For about $15 you get a massive bowl of delicious pho that could easily feed two people. We had lots of leftovers. Overall, for the price, quality, and quick preparation, I would be more than happy to visit Pho Le Nguyen many more times in the future. If you're looking for good Vietnamese food in Portland, be sure Pho Le Nguyen is on your list! read more

Pho Le Nguyen - Salad rolls (minus the pork) - Noodles Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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I already plan on coming back, this place is awesome! As Guy Fieri would say, it's out of bounds! I am so glad this is in the neighborhood. We had the best food here and everyone was so friendly. read more

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Pho was OK. Broth is not the best. But everything else like noodle texture, amount of meat, tenderness of tripe was good. Chicken wings were good. Vietnamese coffee was OK as well. Not the best I've had. A little on the bitter side. Service was good. Quick & friendly. Checked on us a couple times to refill water & such. I liked that the utensils are in this little box at the table so you don't have to ask. Inside is nice, but would be better if cashier was in the middle of restaurant rather than all the way at the other end. Overall, wasn't a bad experience but due to the quality of food, won't be returning. There's just better pho elsewhere. read more

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Loved this place until I found a mosquito in my pho!. Unfortunately never coming back! read more

Pho Le Nguyen - Found A mosquito Inside my pho - Noodles Near Me - Portland, Oregon

We were in Oregon for the long weekend and stopped here for lunch! We are from Washington Ive never visited a place so nice aesthetic wise and so clean. The servers were very nice as well, the food was really good great portions and great flavor overall the best pho Ive visited in my life! It sucks its so far for us but hopefully we can visit again! read more

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Food is amazing. Flavor is on point. Service is exceptional. Nice cozy vibe. Here from California and hav ate twice here on my short trip. 100% will bust again. The wonton soup is amazing. read more

Pho Le Nguyen - P09. Welldone Brisket and Flank Noodle Soup - Noodles Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Clean. Fast service. Friendly. Attentive. Food was authentic. This was our first time here and won't be the last. Recommend: R1 rice plate read more

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Had its own parking lot in the back. Good services and good food! Will try again if I came back to the area again.

We came here for a late lunch. It is located in a corner of a busy street. It has a small private lot in the back of the restaurant. The interior is beautifully decorated. Service was excellent as the lady greeted us as we came in the door, was patient with us as we took our time placing our order, and was very attentive. The food came out quick as well. The pho and fried rice were flavorful, and the portions were large. Highly recommend this pho spot. read more

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Five stars! Amazing service, amazing food! And the honeydew Boba was just $5, great deal.

Traditional vibe and nicely presented dishes, and staff are very nice and attentive. Soup was light and boiled meat plenty read more

Pho Le Nguyen - A2. Salad Rolls (2 rolls) - Noodles Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Oh man, tiz tha season! Which means, HOT PHO PLEASE! We came here a few days before Christmas and man this place simply hit the spot! I know there are plenty of places to get Vietnamese food as well as pho around here, but these guys were golden! Here's a lil' bit about this restaurant: :+: Parking & Location :+: Located on a busy Sandy Blvd, you'll either find street parking or a small lot behind the place. Probably enough space for about eight cars. :+:+: Service, Dining & Atmosphere :+:+: Window table seating and booths, along the inside on the right of the entrance. A bar looking to your left. A couple of bigger tables good to accommodate larger parties. The tables appeared clean with a small shoebox size container with chopsticks, spoons, napkins, and condiments on top. No small sauce dish, but not a big deal. As for service, the kid that seated us was polite and was ready to take our order. He even made a few suggestions, and refilled our water glasses. Thumbs up on service! :+:+:+: Apps & Pho :+:+:+: ~ To start, we had the C2 or the Vegetarian Salad Rolls with tofu ($6.95). These were pretty energizing as we were starving. Loved the peanut sauce! I was ready to grub for more! ~ First time here, get the "P1" the House Special Pho Noodle Soup ($15.95) Big bowl - check Broth nice and hot - check Broth full of flavor - check and super savory good! Loved it! Lots of noodles - check Lots of meat (flank slices/brisket/tendons/meatballs) - check check and then some! Oh wait, I didn't find tripe in mine. Hmm? All good, not a game changer. ~ Their other bowls average $14.95, and they also serve Pho Gà. As well as a kids size bowl for $11.95. ~ We then had the A10 the Green Papaya Salad ($11.95) which we chose not spicy. This had shrimp and strips of pork, and all together tasted fresh! Although I was expecting a tamarind flavor, I didn't taste or smell any of it. Maybe it's a different style idk, lol. But again, not a reason to deduct a star, as we all enjoyed it. :+:+:+:+: Next Time :+:+:+:+: ~ When I come back, I'm gonna try their Chicken Wings (w/ fish sauce), a Bánh Mì with grilled pork, their BBQ Short Ribs in a baguette. Oh, and I gotta try a Bún dish too. I've seen the plate come out lookin' all enticing. ~ Oh wait, I'm suppose to give a TL;DR. Well, I'll just say it's definitely worth a try especially for a "pho connoisseur!" I'm not claiming to be one, I'm telling the connoisseur to try it ;) ~ The only negative was not finding a the little saucer in that container box. Really, I was just too lazy to speak up and ask. ~ Tummy satisfied and I most certainly will be back! read more

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This spot has been a consistently delicious go-to just down the street from my Portland office. Their pho is always on point, and the shrimp tastes fresh every time! The service is top-notch, with staff checking in regularly and always greeting you with a smile. They genuinely seem to enjoy working there, which adds to the welcoming vibe. I usually stop by for lunch, and it's never too crowded. The ambiance is another plus--one side of the restaurant features large windows that let in plenty of natural light (when it's not overcast or rainy, of course). A great spot for a satisfying and relaxing meal! read more

Pho Le Nguyen - Shrimp P13. Shrimp Noodle Soup (Pho Tom) - Noodles Near Me - Portland, Oregon

In ordered a bunch of thru Grub Hub and I wanted to say thank you for packing the order with so much care. I order Bahn xeo any time I see it on a menu and have gotten some pretty sad soggy crepes and I was bracing myself for another potentially sad experience. Wow you guys have to teach other restaurants or maybe they don't care as much as you do. But thank you for your attention to detail. I only 1 think for improvement. And it's really grub hub's fault and not yours because there's no option to ask on the app for additional fish sauce or sambal olek or jalepeno. Would you please consider adding a slice or 2 of jalepeno to the greens bag next time. Thank you for a great experience read more

Pho Le Nguyen - Packed with so much care! Thank you even a baggie of carrots and daikon. You guys rock! - Noodles Near Me - Portland, Oregon

This pho spot was okay. The restaurant was clean, and the food overall was decent. We ordered pho and egg rolls--both were good, though the meat in the pho was a bit on the dry side, and the egg rolls were slightly overcooked. The broth had good flavor, and the service was friendly, making for a pleasant experience. They have limited parking on the back of the restaurant. read more

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Best place ever. EVERYTHING was good no matter what you get. Best Vietnamese restaurant in Oregon for sure. Definitely try Thai tea and their original Pho. 10/10 read more

There's some mixed reviews about this restaurant. I found it to be a wonderful place to have a meal. They have their own parking in the back. Their frontage is a busy street which might deter some people. Went in and was greeted. Showed a table, and given a menu. Water was brought not too long after. Ordered the wonton noodle soup which I gravitate towards when it's available on the menu. The soup was just what I was hoping for. With a rich broth, a good amount of noodles, and tasty wontons. I definitely recommend this restaurant. If I venture to this side of town, I will definitely come by again. Let's help a small business thrive. If you are in the vicinity, check them out. You won't be disappointed. Their service, food and portions won't disappoint. read more

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First timer. Classic Pho restaurant vibes. Friendly staff. I was there a little after opening (9:30 am) and had some time to kill before hitting the road for work. Decided on the Pho (P5) I believe it was the flank steak and tendon. For $15.95 you get a nice size bowl. Hit the spot as it's almost always soup weather out in the PNW. read more

I'd love to give a shout-out to Yelp Elite Jason V. for his exceptional review of Pho Le Nguyen. Thanks to his recommendation, I think I've found my new favorite Vietnamese restaurant! I'm excited to see Parkrose coming into its own with the addition of so many excellent businesses of late. The neighborhood is finally seeing the revitalization it deserves. Pho Le Nguyen feels like the family-run Vietnamese restaurant should; warm and inviting, with a tasteful combination of contemporary and traditional decor. The staff greet folks at the door, making sure to acknowledge if they recognize patrons are making a return visit. That level of intimacy and recognition really impressed me as I watched the owners greet guests with authentic smiles and a hot cup of tea. I love how much emphasis they place in making their guests feel comfortable. The extensive menu features a variety of authentic Vietnamese dishes, including several less-known family favorites. (It's important to mention the husband and wife team who opened the restaurant named it after their individual families, the Le family and Nguyen family. Personal touches like this make Pho Le Nguyen feel extra special) My love of Vietnamese food begins with pho. I adore a rich and aromatic bowl of soup with subtle hints of star anise, cloves and other fragrant ingredients. I was pleased to discover this family knows how to make delicious soup! My order arrived steaming hot with a generous portion of round steak and perfectly cooked rice noodles. Their version of Pho Tai exceeded all my expectations and left me counting down the days until my next visit. Pho Le Nguyen definitely gets a five-star rating from me. Notes on Location: Located in the heart of Parkrose, you'll find Pho Le Nguyen on a very busy stretch of Sandy Blvd. There are a number of parking spaces in front of the restaurant on Sandy, as well as side streets. Parkrose has had a bad reputation for property crimes over the years, so make sure you lock your car and secure your valuables. Just use common sense when it comes to your personal property, and embrace the positive change that is coming to this corner of Portland. read more

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Great food. Flavors were spot on. Slight lemon grass flavor to the Korean BBQ short ribs elevated the dish. There is parking at the back. Place is clean. Service was quick. Definitely coming back here. read more

Pho Le Nguyen - R9. Korea BBQ Short Ribs Over Rice (Com Suon Bo Dai Han) - Noodles Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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