One of the best pho spots in the bay! My friends and I come to this place all the time :) I always order the Filet mignon and brisket pho and it's one of the best pho's ever. The broth is good and the brisket can be fatty sometimes (which I like!!) I ask for extra lemons and a side of white onions w/ vinegar and they're very accommodating! They even give the fatty broth (hanh Nuoc beo) too if you want that deeper beef flavor! :) It can get pretty busy, but we're always seated quickly. The space is roomy with plenty of seating, and it definitely lives up to the hype for great pho If you're from Orange County, it's pretty similar to pho 101! Highly recommend, even my SoCal friends liked this spot read more

One of my wife's top choices for Vietnamese in the area. We are not Vietnamese but both of us have old friends who all coincidentally are Vietnamese so we've eaten a lot of Vietnamese food growing up. It is in the Raley's parking lot and though the parking lot is huge parking here can be stressful especially at peak times and on the weekend. A1. Spring Rolls: Grilled pork & shrimp wrapped in rice paper with lettuce, cucumbers, chives, daikon & mint served with peanut sauce. These are probably the best Spring Rolls I've had in this area, the special sauce is definitely the grilled pork which is flavorful and tender and really elevates this simple appetizer. Short Rib Pho: Comes with a giant caveman rib sticking out. This was trendy a couple years ago but here is the meat is well cooked and seasoned and not just a gimmick. Broth is also above average and delicious. Shrimp and Pork Vermicelli: My wife eats this when she feels like something "clean" and it's great here. The signature special sauce is the special way they grill the pork here. Fried Rice: This was the oddest one, this one is their own unique creation. It seems to use tomato rice and something fishy in the base. Meat was cut overly large for us but it was tender but too few egg was used and for leftovers I'm going to add more eggs. read more

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The restaurant is bright, modern, and very clean, which makes for a great dining experience. The experience can be a bit of a gamble. The biggest issue is the consistency--it feels like a different kitchen is cooking every time I visit. One day the Pho broth is clear and flavorful, and the next it tastes a bit bland. Same goes for the noodles; sometimes they have the perfect "al dente" chew, and other times they come out overcooked and mushy. read more

Our go-to pho spot! It's a great mom 'n pop with nice service. Their vegetable and chicken pho is so heartwarming and cozy (which is also perfect for when you're feeling under the weather). The vegetables taste so fresh, and the broth is really flavorful on its own. We also really like their wok-fried lemongrass chicken garlic noodles. The portions are very good too, can make for 2-3 servings for us. read more

This location is still going strong. I stopped getting their Bánh mì sandwiches and started getting their grilled pork vermicelli bowls instead. The pork is seasoned and grilled to perfection. The bowl is a good size and filled with all the toppings that come with your typical vermicelli bowls. I personally ask for cilantro and lemon on the side because it just adds that extra flavor profile I like. I also top it off with hoisin sauce and siracha. It's my go to when I come dine in. They have good customer service and the food comes out fairly quickly too. (See pics for reference). read more

Pho Mama - Grilled Pork Vermicelli with 10/10! - Vietnamese Near Me - Fremont, California

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Pho Mama is a very clean and colorful restaurant chain to have traditional Vietnamese foods. We tried the Fremont one and we were not disappointed. The Filet Mignon noodle soup came with flavorful soup. And its veg add-on included cilantro besides the typical bean sprouts and Thai basil. The grilled pork w/ egg rolls vermicelli was also well presented. Our favorite was actually the sugarcane juice. Again you can only find that in few authentic Vietnamese restaurants. The kitchen was efficient and service was prompt too. Overall, it was a good dining experience. If I may help the restaurant to improve, I would suggest to lower the grease content in both the pho soup and the grilled pork. After all, the fat is good to savory but bad for my cholesterol. read more

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It feels a bit more Americanized, everything on the menu is in English, which made me a little unsure about how authentic it would be. That said, the pho combo was actually pretty good and comforting. We also tried the spring rolls, but the noodles inside were slightly hard, which was a bit disappointing. There aren't a ton of Vietnamese spots in Fremont, and this place is okay overall. Service is pretty fast and it's in a good plaza. read more

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Stopped by this restaurant for the first time since I was nearby & needed a quick lunch meal & I'm so glad I did. I ordered their Bun Bo Hue, which has really good flavor. I'm a spicy palette girly so I added a lot of chili oil to it but the BBH broth & flavor was definitely there. Protein was super tender, which I appreciated. I can't stand it when I can taste the porkness from the pork slices if that makes any sense to anyone, so I'm glad I didn't in this dish. The beef slices were also cooked perfectly soft to chew on. I'm definitely coming back to try their pho next time. read more

Pho Mama - 81. SPICY BEEF NOODLE SOUP - Vietnamese Near Me - Fremont, California

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I tried beef pho with tendon at Pho Mama and it was great! Substantial portion too, I took half home to eat the next day. The broth was excellent! Definitely in my top 3 for pho in the East Bay. Service was friendly and prompt, and the inside of the restaurant is cute and clean. read more

Pho Mama - Beef pho with tendon, and crab noodle soup - Vietnamese Near Me - Fremont, California

I got an order of spring rolls and summer rolls. I've never had a summer roll before but it was very enjoyable though I can't compare it. The spring rolls were also pretty good. The wrappers were fresh and the filling ratios were pretty good with a decent amount of protein. My primary complaint was the herb flavor was lacking. My preference is for the roll to have lots of fresh herbs and this didn't quite deliver there. The peanut sauce was pretty good and there was a good amount of it. Again, I like it with a little more peanut flavor but overall, I'd come back here as everything was fresh and I live quite close so it's super convenient. Definitely want to try some other items in the future. Note that the place looked busy and the interior had a cool vibe so I plan to eat in next time! read more

Pho Mama - A1. Spring Rolls 1/4 eaten - Vietnamese Near Me - Fremont, California

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Close spot near me and always so tasty! I always come back since the food is yummy, service is quick and friendly, and place is clean. The servers are always so kind and nice, and every dish is just as tasty. The service, quality and consistency is what always brings me back! read more

Pho Mama - pho 5. Filetmignon, & Brisket Noodles Soup 120. Mango A1. Spring Rolls - Vietnamese Near Me - Fremont, California

Heard the hype about Pho Mama being on the guide. Came on a weekend about 30 minutes before opening and got first seating. Small restaurant. You could tell it was popular because of the huge line of people waiting outside. Pho Tai - really delicious. Meat was good quality and the broth was very flavorful. Really nice size of noodles and you could taste the richness of the soup. Garlic Noodles - these were ok. I think we've reached a point where maybe we need to stop with the garlic noodles, but I get it's still a fan fav. The flavor was very garlicky. Sauce was definitely on the more viscous side. Overall just fine. Marrow Toast - was excited for these but didn't really hit the spot, in my opinion. I would skip these. Fried Rice - GET THIS. The fried rice was so good. Really tasted that wok hei. Fantastic, deep flavor. I know - fried rice at a pho place - but do yourself a favor if you like fried rice and get this. Chili Oil Wonton - these I liked a lot. Had more of the chili flake flavor profile, which is nice. Huge wontons. Overall, some really good dishes, some ok. Definitely the pho and the fried rice. read more

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Best banh mi in Fremont! Although known for pho, this restaurant has the tastiest banh mi in the area. The toasted baguette cradles the pate mayo spread, crisp pickled daikon and carrot, and marinated grilled chicken for a perfect bite. So impressed I went back twice in one week for the banh mi and the refreshing and light chicken salad. read more

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I had a Craving for Vietnamese food !!! So I decided to Roll to Pho Mama!!! I parked right in Front of Pho Mama and Rolled in. I was Greeted and Seated and Brought Water and Utensils!! Then I was Presented with a Menu!!! I Perused the Menu and Ordered Spring Rolls and a Combination Pho Bowl of Soup!!!! I was brought my Order of Spring Rolls and Fish Sauce. They were very Small but Tasty I enjoyed them!!! Then my Combination Pho Beef Bowl arrived!!! It was actually a Great Bowl of Beef Pho Soup!!! The Broth was Delicious !!!! The Restaurant was very Clean!!! Service was Excellent and Attentive!!! For All There Reasons This Is A Baller On A Budget Approved Establishment !!!! I Keep My Pimp Hand Strong!!!!! read more

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Super happy to finally find a pho spot in Fremont that I'll be coming back to! Came on a Wednesday evening around 6:30pm with a few girlfriends -- it's been getting chilly, so a hot bowl of pho really hit the spot. Pho Mama is tucked in a large, busy plaza with lots of food options, so parking might take a few minutes but it's manageable. The restaurant itself is clean, relaxed, and not too crowded on a weeknight. I ordered the Combination Beef Noodle Soup (marked as "most recommended" on their menu). As a Vietnamese, I can be pretty picky about pho, but this one honestly surprised me -- the broth was flavorful yet clean, the noodles had a nice chew, and the meats were all good quality. 5/5! Service was friendly, attentive, and quick -- our food came out in about 10 minutes. Overall, great spot for pho in Fremont. Highly recommend and will definitely be back! read more

Pho Mama - Combination Beef Noodle Soup - Vietnamese Near Me - Fremont, California

Hmmm... honestly, it was just okay! I was really craving pho and bun rieu, so we ordered both to try. The broths were really lacking for me personally though, so it was throwing me off. Mostly just salty and didn't have a strong depth. The generous portions were appreciated and the veggies/ingredients were clearly really fresh. The staff here were really nice and service was quick, so it's a shame that I didn't enjoy this as much as I wanted to. I think I will stick to pho in the South Bay :( This location is in a busy plaza, so the restaurant filled in quickly on a Wednesday evening. Be aware that the parking lot is competitive! read more

Pho Mama - 80. CRAB NOODLE SOUP (Bun Rieu) - Vietnamese Near Me - Fremont, California

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I was really hoping to find a better pho spot than the one near my house (another Pho Mama). I used to love that location, but the food and service went downhill. My husband offered to pick up from this location for me on a lazy Friday afternoon. I thought I'd go with pho but ended up ordering the #62--lemongrass chicken rice plate with shrimp and eggrolls. It was delicious, just like how the Union City location used to be. The only downside was how long it took. I called the order in before my husband left the house, and even after making a stop at my son's school, he still waited over 20 minutes once he got there. I was quoted 20 minutes, but the total wait time was closer to 40. By the time he got home, his fries from Angry Chickz were already cold. I'd definitely go back because the flavor was great, but I really hope they improve on giving more accurate wait times. read more

Pho Mama - Chicken shrimp eggroll rice plate - Vietnamese Near Me - Fremont, California

We really enjoy this restaurant--the pho here is delicious. My favorite is the short rib pho; the meat falls right off the bone, and the broth is flavorful. My husband and I also like the egg rolls and spring rolls. The employees are friendly, there's plenty of seating inside, and our food came out shortly after we ordered. read more

The service here was great. Lovely, quick, and attentive service. Restaurant is on the smaller side but very cozy. I ordered some pho and spring rolls on my first time here. My friend also did the same. The food here was okay and a little pricey compared to other pho places. I never mind paying more for quality soup but the food here was just okay. read more

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Nice servers and convenient location! We had a large party (10) and were able to be seated right away with no reservation, which was great. Their pho was solid, and I really liked how it comes with cilantro (in addition to the normal accoutrements). The vermicelli bowl was also good-- the meat was well-seasoned and tender, but the rest of the bowl felt just a bit bland. The egg rolls were nice and crispy, though! read more

Pho Mama - 32. Egg Rolls, Grilled Pork Vermicelli - Vietnamese Near Me - Fremont, California

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Got the BBH for take out from here via DoorDash and it was pretty good. I haven't tried this place for dine-in, so can't comment on the experience in-store. It came with the noodles and broth separately, and the veggies in a small bag. The BBH came packed with lots of meat and toppings, it definitely hit the spot! I could imagine it would be more tasty if you were to eat in the store. read more

We were in need of lunch and we though maybe we should get a bún (at Pho Mama it's called a vermicelli salad). So we looked around and we saw Pho Mama was nearby and we hadn't tried this place yet so we went. In short, a lovely spot to get some good Vietnamese food but parking can be atrocious. L O C A T I O N Pho Mama is in the plaza on Paseo Padre between Walnut and Mowry. There are a lot of restaurants and other stores so parking here can be quite difficult during peak eating times. So make sure you adjust travel times if you need to be here at a specific time Luckily we found a parking spot. This was actually a boba shop before it was Pho Mama as I recognized the layout inside when we went in. M E N U I didn't really peruse the menu. My hubby did as he is the expert in búns and he has a specific one he likes which is the lemon grass pork with an egg roll and shrimp. So we went for that item which is the House Special bowl #31 which is fairly priced considering the amount of food. I unfortunately didn't get a chance to take a photo before my hubby dismantled our to-go item into a bowl with all the elements separated so sorry! But you get a big container of fish sauce, plenty of lemon grass pork, 5 grilled shrimp, 3 egg roll pieces, crushed peanuts, some veggies and a bunch of bean sprouts you can add to the vermicelli. Overall, the flavors were great. Shrimp was fine, a bit over grilled, the lemon grass quite flavorful, egg roll fine and vermicelli also great. Plenty of food to feed two people. S E R V I C E We called in our order for to-go. They said it would take about 15 minutes. I'm sure it was faster because when we arrived and paid, the order was ready. O V E R A L L Not too bad! Just unfortunate location as it's hard to park, but it wouldn't deter us in the future. Would love to try out their pho or spring rolls. Definitely try them out! read more

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DON't GO THERE!! One of the employees is an a$$hole to me since he learned that I am Deaf. I lost my appetite since he is an audism. read more

So ridiculous! They charged $7 for 2 whole of meatballs (2 whole = 4 of 1/2 pieces) . We often order food from them. But this time, we won't come back. We absolutely understand inflation and everything is so expensive nowadays. But $7 for 4 single pieces of meatballs is unacceptable. read more

Pho Mama - $7 for this. Ridiculously expensive!!!!! - Vietnamese Near Me - Fremont, California

Food Lychee smoothie (w/ pearls- believe it was +0.80) - the lychee was really refreshing- it came out fast and it was good. Egg rolls - probably my favorite item- crunchy and delicious, recommend waiting a bit before eating because it is hot Garlic noodles w/ shaking beef - beef was pretty tasty, garlic noodles had too much garlic for my taste but was still really good! Service: Service was pretty decent, no exceptional comments. Ambiance: Place is crowded and loud. Hard to find seats for dinner (unless for two) usually a 15 minute ish wait. read more

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I just discovered this place, so my review is based on one dish so far.. The vermicelli with grilled chicken and egg rolls! I like that they serve the dish with 3 small individual egg rolls. Other places usually cut a big egg roll in half and it becomes soggy easily. The restaurant was bright, clean and with modern touches. I will definitely be coming back to try other dishes. read more

Pho Mama - 33. Egg Rolls, Grilled Chicken Vermicelli - Vietnamese Near Me - Fremont, California

Food was very good, I like the chicken pho especially. The broth was very delicious. Service was quick to be seated and food came out quickly. A very solid pho spot read more

Pho Mama - A1. Spring Rolls - Vietnamese Near Me - Fremont, California

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I went here maybe once or twice. I ordered pho and my bf ordered grilled chicken rice plate. I thought they were priced higher than the other Vietnamese places we frequent for the amount of food you get. The pho was okay, not too bad but not the best I've had in Fremont. My bf said his food was also okay. Service was quick even on a busy dinner time. read more

Pho Mama - Vietnamese Near Me - Fremont, California

Placed an order for delivery. Tried the vermicelli for the first time and it was pretty good. It was different than we've had before but wasn't bad. I think we were wanting it like how another pho spot makes it. We had the chicken and beef. The beef didn't really look or taste like beef though. It just tasted like meat. Both meats were tender and pretty flavorful but overall the meal didn't have much flavor. The egg rolls were pretty good but were cold by the time they arrived. I don't know if we would get vermicelli from here again. read more

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Pho Mama was unimpressive. I ordered the bun bo hue and my husband got the pho dac biet and both were extremely bland. I had to ask for fish sauce (which they don't provide on the table) as well as literally dumped almost the entire container of chili oil into my broth. Service was fine, but they should definitely work on improving their soup bases as I wouldn't come back to get my pho/bbh fix. read more

Pho Mama - bun bo hue - Vietnamese Near Me - Fremont, California

The highlight was definitely Trung's service--his welcome was epic, making me feel right at home from the very start. The PHO short rib soup was amazing, full of deep, comforting flavor, and the eggrolls were simply delicious. Everything perfectly matched the atmosphere and vibe of the place. I'll definitely be coming back. This spot has earned a place on my favorites list. read more

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Food is delicious! Pho broth is flavorful and spring rolls are fresh. My favorite item on the menu is the short rib broken rice plate. Meat tasted delicious. The service is very nice. The servers are polite and accommodating. The restaurant is also very cozy and welcoming. Would recommend read more

From their flavorful broth to the spotless cleanliness of the restaurant and their genuine warm service, this place offers a blend of comfort and flavor. Each spoonful felt like a gentle hug on a chilly day. I paired my pho with a Thai tea, and just know that next time I'm in the mood for just Thai tea, I'll be headed here. It's that good. read more

Pho Mama - Vietnamese Near Me - Fremont, California

I ordered the bun rieu and it was amazing. Service took a while but it was worth the wait. The broth was very flavorful and came with pork blood cube and snail. It's was very authentic. The ambiance was very nice located in a shopping area. read more

Pho Mama - Bun rieu.....yummy - Vietnamese Near Me - Fremont, California

Came here on President's day around 1pm. Still alot of ppl but could get a table promptly. Service was very good and quick. I wanted the short rib but it didn't have anything else. The server told me they would charge more if I want to add other things like Filet mignon which would be $7 more! So I just got the combo. The broth was good. Could be a bit more flavorful but still not bad. Ingredients were not too much. Wish there was more. Hubby got the crab noodle soup and wasn't impressed. read more

Pho Mama - 80. CRAB NOODLE SOUP - Vietnamese Near Me - Fremont, California

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Food: good comfort food to fill your belly during these winter months! Every dish/bowl I've tried has been great with flavor without being over the top or salty. The crab noodle surprised me most, VERY deep crab flavor. Three crabmeat cakes (the real kind, not the pink ones you get in a California roll), a sausage with a piece of lemongrass in the middle for some intense flavor, and lots of noodles. ngl, asked for a container so i can bring the soup back home for round 2. My toddler also approves. Garlic noodles also approved. That's all important when you want to eat too without fuss! Service: 5/5 friendly and attentive including being thoughtful of the toddler. Extra small bowl and utensils without us asking. Quick to serve and bring you any additional items you may need. Ambiance: nicely spaced tables, modern decor. High ceilings so it's not too noisy. High chairs and boosters available. read more

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Well, Pho Mama was my first official meal after moving to the East Bay and it's not a bad option for those who are nearby! Located in a plaza, parking is abundant and free. It was a Monday night and we were able to snag a seat quickly. Their menu is pretty straight forward, although there are a lot of different options available including banh mi's. I opted for their filet mignon and beef ball pho bowl and my husband opted for their banh mi with a side of broth. Both came out quick and while it wasn't the most amazing bowl of pho I've ever had, I feel like the overall dish was enough to where this could be a good option if that pho craving hits. We weren't sure if we paid at table or at the register so we ended up walking straight to the register. Do take note of your table number if you go this route, because they asked us what table we were and we didn't even notice so it took a bit to figure out the table number to pay. Service was quick which was great for those of us who were on the borderline hangry. No complaints. read more

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Very good beef stew, lots of meat and flavor. and tasty basic pho, but wish the bowl was bigger for extra noodles, so ordered more on the side. The chicken rice platter had a good crunch to the bird, but so tiny compared to other places. Great helpful service when the two guys are not too busy others and bring the food to others. It feels like a nice bar, about seating for 30. Would come back if in area. read more

Pho Mama - 82. BEEF STEW - Vietnamese Near Me - Fremont, California

Been a while since I had a good bowl of pho, and with the fall months upon us, Pho Mama definitely hit the spot. Went for lunch on a Monday and the place was busy, but we didn't have to wait for a table. Staff was welcoming, gave us water, utensils and menus as soon as we were seated. Within minutes, they came back and took our order. In under 5 minutes, the food made its way to our table. I got a #1 combination pho; perfect portion size (about a M/L bowl) with plenty of meat in the bowl. Broth had a layer of depth which made it really flavorful. Also didn't feel like an MSG/salt bomb after having it either. The meat, tendon, tripe weren't overcooked or old so the consistency of everything was really great. Decor feels a little more modern with some fake plants that added some color to the ceiling and walls. The overall dining experience was quick and efficient and the prices are on par with other pho restaurants in the area. read more

Pho Mama - Vietnamese Near Me - Fremont, California

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Just got the spring rolls here but it was a pretty good portion and the peanut sauce and pork inside was on point. Service was quick and our water was refilled even though it took a while. Ambiance is very much a family restaurant style and pretty busy + no parking nearby on a Sunday during lunch hour. read more

Pho Mama - A1. Spring Rolls - Vietnamese Near Me - Fremont, California