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    Pho Nhat Minh

    4.4 (163 reviews)
    ModerateVietnamese
    Open 10:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)

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    Angel N.

    2.5 stars overall We came here because we were craving bún bò Huế. Unfortunately, did not live up to expectations. The bò né was disappointing. They had run out of bread, which I understand since we came late, so they substituted rice instead. That part wasn't an issue. What was disappointing was that it came without pâté, and it included a sausage link, which didn't feel authentic at all. The bún bò Huế broth was just okay, not terrible, but definitely not memorable. Compared to other Vietnamese restaurants in the area, it doesn't really stand out. We also had the bánh bột lọc and that was pretty good but it also tasted like they bought it frozen and just steamed it. The service was fine. The staff took our order, and they weren't rude, but there wasn't anything particularly noteworthy about the experience. The only real positive is that they're open late, which is convenient if you're craving Vietnamese food after most places have closed. One thing I also noticed was that, despite being located in Grand Century Mall near Vietnam Town, there weren't any Vietnamese or other Asian customers while we were there. It gave me the impression that the food may be geared more toward a broader American palate than toward traditional Vietnamese flavors. Overall, I wouldn't come back. There are much better Vietnamese restaurants nearby that serve more authentic and flavorful food.

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    Joanna S.

    The wagyu beef pho with thick noodles yum. The beef was so soft and tender and the broth went really well with it with the lemon and herbs. The waiter wasn't the nicest, and welcoming with our kids but the food was decent. I like that they have a tendon pho because my kids love tendon but it wasn't that soft. We also had the mochi wrapped in leaf appetizer. It was okay. The ambiance was nice, and it was clean. I'm not sure for the prices and portions that I would come often. One orange juice was $8.25! We wanted to try the Wagyu beef pho we saw on Instagram. It was good!

    Anthony S.

    Was looking to try some new pho places to add to my roster, and Pho Nhat Minh is definitely going to be added to my list. The broth was Southern style, so was a little sweeter than I was used to, but it was so flavorful and fragrant. I got the combination pho, which came with big pieces of tendon; my favorite! My mom ordered the wagyu pho which came with the meat noodles and broth separated. Considering the price, you get a ton of meat. My mom really liked how the noodles were separated from the broth because she doesn't like when the noodles get soft in the soup. The wagyu pho was an interesting elevated take on pho, and the portion was generous. We also ended up ordering some crab spring rolls. They were crunchy and flavorful, but came a little bit overfried and the presentation could have been better with one of the spring rolls burst on the side.

    Kat E.

    Been here many times and finally writing a review. Plenty of parking and scored one right in front. Walked in and seated immediately. Spacious restaurant and very clean restrooms. Served water and menu then ordered 2 phos. Something about the broth here keeps me coming back and the amount/quality of protein served is also superb. I think I want pho for lunch and dinner

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    Stella C.

    Really awesome place for some good ol' Vietnamese food! Their steak and brisket pho was delicious and their spring rolls was some of the best I've ever had! Easy to get a table for 2 on a Saturday at 12 pm. Easy parking in the lot with lots of other stores around. Service was great.

    Tony Y.

    Was visiting from out of town and wanted pho, which brought me to Pho Nhat Minh. Definitely good and taste just like how I would get if i was back in LA. They did charge me a little extra for the onion and oil but it's alright. We can a little after lunch, so the place was pretty empty. Overall, i would come back if i'm lookin for pho in san jose.

    Newton D.

    Pho Nhat Minh is hidden Vietnamese restaurant in the Vietnamese Town plaza. There is a lot of parking, however, it's relevantly close to the exit streets. The interior is spacious and clean. Has a modern touch to the decoration and kitchen dinnerwares. The services were kind and quick. Bright out the drinks and food in a mannerly time. The food tasted fresh and had a lot of meat inside the dish. Highly recommend trying this place and they even close late!

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    Tony U.

    Pretty much your standard Pho place in SF. Nothing memorable but if you're craving Pho, this is a decent place with plenty of parking outside after 1pm on work days. If you pay cash, you get 3% of which means a $67 order for 2 will cost $65. The Bun Bo Hue was good but broth was flavored enough for me. The pork blood was perfect though. Inside, the vibe is slightly bright but not eyes blinking bright. Service is fast and reasonable. The Wagyu Beef Pho was decent (see photo); and the Cha Ghiao (egg rolls) were good but not memorable. The herbs were fresh but didn't have strong flavors. Would come here again.

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    Khiem N.

    The pho here is phenomenal. The spring rolls gave my fiancée and MIL food poisoning. I don't know if it's the tofu or the lettuce, but something there had something that shouldn't have been there and messed them up for a few days. The tables were clean enough and the service was tepid. You'll probably enjoy this place if all you eat is the pho.

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    Felicia C.

    I LOVE pho so I was so excited to come to Pho Nhat Minh after checking out the great reviews. My sister and I had breakfast here and there were already so many regulars there! We got the Pho Nhat Minh. Pho Nhat Minh - My sister and I shared this pho since I wanted to just eat the brisket and steak, but she wanted everything else in it. The soup was amazing, probably one of the best broths that I have had. The noodles were perfectly cooked and meat was perfect too. So umami Overall, I would definitely come here again! My go to pho in the Bay Area!

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    Jingjie Z.

    My goto place for pho and late night dinner. It's one of the best food and services you can find in San Jose.

    Andy V.

    The free drink sign caught my attention. Once inside, the Wagyu Pho did too. Wagyu Pho was a deconstructed version where everything came out separate. It came with a bubbling broth in a stone/ceramic pot. The heat didnt last too long though so it took a while to cook the wagyu afterwards. I recommend adding the entire wagyu in the pot in the beginning and let it cook. The Bun Bo Hue was good but nothing spectacular either. Im glad I tried it but this wouldn't be my first choice for pho.

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    Eric H.

    Came here on a chilly Saturday afternoon looking for a nice bowl of pho to warm me up. There were plenty of seats and we were seated right away and ordered. I got the #1 Pho Nhat Minh as it had the most different kinds of meat. They only offer one size. The pho was delicious! I'll describe the broth as not too light but not too strong. Good portion of each cut of meat and the noodle texture were also good. I also loved how much green onion they put in.

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    Wagyu hot pot... amazing! It would be hard to order anything else next time. So good.

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    Ask the Community - Pho Nhat Minh

    Do you serve fresh pho noodles?

    Thank you for reaching out Chelii. Yes, we serve fresh rice pho noodles.

    Cash only or they do accept CC as well?

    We accept cash and major credit cards. Thank you.

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    SJ Eggrolls

    4.1
    (250 reviews)
    3.0 mi
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    Family-owned & operated
    Catering service

    I recently ordered catering items from SJ Eggrolls for a birthday party I was hosting, and it was…read moresooo delicious! I ordered a tray of 20 nem nuong rolls and 40 pieces of their banh khot. Both items were so generous and actually fairly large! It also came with a side of their orange sauce for the rolls and fish sauce, veggies/herbs, and chilies on the side for guests who love spicy. Definitely larger portions and super affordable. We picked up the items 30 mins before our party started, and they were still fresh and crispy throughout the whole night! I was expecting the banh khot to get soggy/be soggy but it held up very nicely. I love the way they packaged everything and would 100% recommend for those who need easy finger food for their parties. Also ordering from them was very easy. I did it online a week in advance and they texted me at exactly 530p to let me know it was ready for pickup. Inside was a little small, considering it's mostly pickup and go, but loved how quick and easy everything was!

    Parking is plentiful in this plaza if you park far. Location is a bit hidden. Very minimal seating…read morebut they have small Vietnamese Street food style chairs outside. Banh khot: 4.5/5, great flavors, not too oily Net eggrolls: 3.5/5, lacking a bit of flavor and must be eaten fresh. After an hour, it gets super dry Love that they don't skimp out on veggies. Pricing: mediocre, a bit on the higher end.

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    Banh Khot Plate comes with full veggies, pickled carrots/daikon & dipping sauce
    Banh Khot Plate comes with full veggies, pickled carrots/daikon & dipping sauce
    Net Eggroll Small Plate comes with full veggies, pickled carrots/daikon & sweet fish sauce
    Net Eggroll Small Plate comes with full veggies, pickled carrots/daikon & sweet fish sauce
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    Banh Cuon Bun Moc Ong Ta

    Banh Cuon Bun Moc Ong Ta

    4.3
    (442 reviews)
    0.2 mi
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    If you are looking for an authentic Vietnamese meal outside of your traditional pho and banh mi,…read morelook no further! You have to check out Banh Cuon Bun Moc Ong Ta. A local friend from San Jose took me here as it's the only place his family ,(originally from Vietnam) will go out to eat. After trying their Bun Moc I see why? The rice roll (noodle) was thin and delicate. Doused in fish sauce and chili paste to taste, this dish hits all the notes. Sweet, spicy, sour, acid, bitter and umami! This sampler plate has 4 different type of Vietnamese sausage including my new favorite with cinnamon! Two types of stuffing inside the rice rolls ,(pork and seafood) and is served with a fried spring roll and a taro and potato pancake. It's a humble looking eatery packed with locals speaking in Vietnamese so you know it is good. Seems to be a family restaurant too! Ambience is not pretentious, family friendly and Just offers solid great Vietnamese flavors al around. I know I'll be coming back

    Came back after several years and unfortunately this didn't hit the same as I remembered…read more Since my original review, I've gone back to Vietnam and apparently made bánh cuốn my unofficial research project. Between Saigon and Hanoi, I went on a full-blown bánh cuốn quest, trying different spots almost daily. Street stalls, little hole-in-the-wall shops, famous spots--you name it. At some point I stopped being a tourist and became a rice-roll inspector. So yeah... my standards are unfortunately very high now. The best bánh cuốn I had in Vietnam was paper thin and almost translucent, with this delicate chew that somehow breaks apart and melts in your mouth. That's the texture I'm chasing. Coming back here, the rice sheets were noticeably thicker and didn't have that same delicate texture. They also weren't as fresh and warm as I remembered, which makes a huge difference with bánh cuốn. This is one of those dishes that's at its best when the sheets are freshly steamed and hit your table warm. The meat filling was also underwhelming and not nearly as flavorful or savory as another bánh cuốn spot I've had in San Jose. With a dish this simple, there's nowhere to hide--the rice sheet, filling, freshness and nước mám chấm (fish sauce) all have to work together. It's certainly not bad, and I can understand why people enjoy it. But after eating my way through Saigon and Hanoi in pursuit of the perfect bánh cuốn, this one is kinda meh for me now. My old review gave this place 4 stars. Vietnam ruined me.

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    Thien Long

    Thien Long

    3.9
    (1.4k reviews)
    2.9 mi
    $$

    This Vietnamese restaurant has been around for decades and has been a family staple for us for…read moreyears. We've probably eaten here 50+ times with family and friends, and one thing I can say is that they are 100% consistent. We've never had a bad meal here. There's a great variety of Vietnamese dishes, so everyone can usually find something they like. The chả cá (fish) is one of their popular dishes and a favorite. They also have good chicken phở, broken rice, vermicelli noodles, spring rolls, roll-your-own options, and plenty of soups beyond phở. You can order individual dishes or share family-style, which makes it especially easy when coming with a group. It's very casual, family-friendly, quick, and straightforward--nothing fancy and probably not where I'd choose for a date night. But for a dependable meal with family or friends, it's a great spot. Kids like it, parents like it, and my mom likes it--which says a lot coming from an older Vietnamese person who knows her Vietnamese food! The staff is always efficient and nice, and after all these years, the food remains consistently good. The biggest downside is parking. The entire shopping center has become so busy with restaurants that finding a spot can be overwhelming, especially during peak hours. Also, keep in mind they do not take credit cards. Bring cash, or you can pay electronically through options such as Zelle/Venmo. Overall, this is one of those longtime neighborhood restaurants we keep coming back to because we know exactly what we're going to get: good Vietnamese food, plenty of choices, friendly service, and consistency.

    We tried this local viet place on Sunday and to our surprise it was amazing food with a quick…read moreservice! Only thing to note - it's cash only!! In $64, we got: - fish entree serves 2 - 5/5 - it comes with thin vermicelli noodles, healthy herb leaves and lettuce and fish sauce base. It was so so good :) If u like rice paper with it, its $3 extra - shrimp roll appetizer - 5/5 - tender, perfectly crispy and freshly deep fried. Paired well with the hot sauce and sriracha - viet iced coffee with condensed milk - 3/5 - it was strong and less condensed milk than i liked. I will try avocado smoothie next time - strawberry smoothie without boba - 3-5 - too sweet and huge portion Loved the hot sauce/ spice rack they had on each table as it had so many options to enhance the flavor. Definitely coming back to try their pho and loved the fish entree. The fish entree is $10 cheaper on Wednesdays as advertised outside on the door.

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    Tay Ho

    Tay Ho

    4.2
    (1k reviews)
    5.9 mi
    $$

    I have to come back here another time! I'm told that this restaurant used to be smaller and that…read morethey've expanded. The bahn cuon here is really good -- the rice noodle is so fresh and soft and chewy. This was my favorite and the variety was so appreciated as well! It's also surprisingly filling and I would definitely get this next time I'm here. The fish sauce was also delicious as well. (this is in reference to the dish Banh Cuon Tay Ho Dac Biet) Bahn Beo were good sizes and nicely steamed. I wish there was a bit more sauce because I was running out at the end. Toppings are appropriately sized as well Personal take, I didn't really enjoy the fried pork rind topping as much and would have liked more shrimp, but once again, personal preference. I didn't quite enjoy the Hu Tieu, but my friend liked the soup! It's a little too plain for me. I do love the feeling and texture of eating thick, round rice noodles. The banh xeo that came on the side was hard to crunch through, I felt like it was probably sitting on the side for a while. Vibes were nice -- there's a call button to ask for service. Menu has a lot of items as well (e.g. pho, rice plates, etc), so there's something for everyone if you come with a big group! Our server was also really attentive and sweet -- he came by and asked if we wanted additional dishes/bowls since we were sharing food!

    Love Tay Ho and this location! I ordered a catering order over the phone with their location a week…read moreor so in advance, and they were easily able to take my order and it was fresh/ready the day of pick-up. I ordered their egg rolls and banh beo for catering which came with lots of fresh herbs/lettuce, fish sauce, and other toppings. Pricing was very affordable as well for the quality. I have also frequently gone into their store to enjoy a nice plate of com tam or bun thit nuong which has always been great. They provide their nuoc mam/fish sauce on the table and always are attentive. Restaurant is large and can accommodate a bunch of tables. Parking is also on a big plaza so didn't have trouble parking.

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    A2. Goi Cuon - Fresh Shrimp Spring Rolls $9.50 Steamed shrimp and pork slices wrapped in rice paper with fresh herbs and rice noodles, serve

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    Vit Dong Que

    Vit Dong Que

    4.2
    (369 reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$

    this place is such comforting food for me. my parents have been taking me since i was young, and…read morethis is our go-to for this particular viet dish called bún măng vịt, which is vermicelli noodles, duck meat, and bamboo shoots! bún măng vịt - i loooove the sauce they have here. you put a bit in the soup but careful to not too much since it could get salty, and i love dipping my chicken/duck into the sauce!! the sauce really does complete this dish. i really appreciate that you can ask for more sauce for free any time. inside is colorful and is what you can expect from a little asian restaurant. we came at 1pm on a sunday and it was pretty busy, so the staff took a bit of time to take our orders and provide water. parking can be tough since the lot for this particular area is small, so i just park in the plaza next to it.

    I'm a bit conflicted about this place. The restaurant is small and not very fancy, but the food is…read moreaffordable, the portions are generous, and the taste is good. It's not outstanding, but it's definitely enjoyable. Unfortunately, the service ruined the experience. As soon as I sat down, I hadn't even had a chance to look through the whole menu before the server kept touching my shoulder and repeatedly pressured me to order. I found it very rude and uncomfortable because I really don't like strangers touching me. The older lady did it to everyone in our table, and she didn't seem to realize she was making our entire group uncomfortable, and it affected our whole dining experience. So, would I come back? Absolutely not. One visit was more than enough. I'm not willing to deal with that kind of pushy service again.

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    Bun Bo Hue - $18.5
    Bun Bo Hue - $18.5
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