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    Pho Nom

    4.7 (1.3k reviews)
    Closed • 11:00 am - 9:15 pm

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    Chicken pho, spring rolls and meatball pho
    Cristina A.

    Such a good experience! The server was super chill & quick to fill our waters & take our orders, he was playing some great music too & the place has such nice decor Definitely a bit more pricey than your quick pho spot - but It was some of the best pho we've had. It came out piping hot, the meat for the chicken pho and the meatball pho was so tender. We also got the spring rolls and veggie rolls and they were both very fresh and delicious. The broth .... I drank every drop despite being so full cause it was that good Will definitely be back!

    Bug in drink
    Gigi L.

    Tried to call to order to go yesterday, phone lines were not working so I went in person & waited during my lunch but it took awhile since they had their lunch rush. I did tell cashier phone lines weren't working Broken rice was so good I was craving it again Next day, I tried calling to order & phone lines are down. So I called Formosa & placed an order with employee there. Picked up my food & asked for water Drank all the water & there's a buggy inside Food is good Service with phone lines being down, bug in drink

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    Melanie P.

    I've had this place bookmarked for a while and when my girlfriends asked me where to go, I chose this place which is known for its Instagram worthy surroundings. My friend said that the restaurant reminded her of some of the Vietnamese coffee shops in Vietnam. I loved the flowers and lanterns hanging from the ceiling. At 530pm, no one was there and we had parking! We ordered the following: Green Thai Iced Tea - It tasted like Thai Iced tea but not as sweet, which was good for me. The egg rolls were perfectly fried and had were hot when they arrived. The tamarind wings were sticky and sweet. A lot of batter and it was just okay for me. Finally, we got the Pho Nom. I don't know why my friend said I should get this because it was massive! It had two large beef ribs, sliced short rib, sliced brisket, & beef balls with noodles and veggies. This also had an egg which was in an interesting shape. Kind of like a cake or something. The broth was poured table side but it wasn't super hot. You can ask for more broth. Since there was so much food, we took the rest to go. The bag had all of their restaurants listed in the back with cute characters representing each one. We then realized that they have fridge magnets at each location! Of course we got one. Super cute. Cute place but menu isn't very extensive. They only had one dessert on the menu. I did like that they had cocktails but I decided to pass this time.

    Pho nom
    Vanessa H.

    This place is not just a vibe, the food here is fire! Every dish was delicious! The pho here is really good. They use high quality meats thinly cut to cook when they pour the broth in. I think the beef rib could've been cooked a little longer. It wasn't fall off the bone ribs. The broth is savory. I don't like it when it has too much star anise or sweet so this was perfect. The clay pot keeps the pho warm. Pork chop rice was good. Came with pork, broken rice, egg, meatloaf, and pickled veggies. The pork was a little dry. I really liked the meatloaf. You can't go wrong with egg rolls. It was chicken and veggies. Crunchy with a sweet chili sauce. Gotta wash it down with the Pandan coconut drink. It was really refreshing and hydrating. Will definitely be back!

    Short rib pho and meatball
    Janet T.

    Excellent food and service provided by Karen and Linda today!! You ladies rock. Even on a very busy and extremely hot day like today, they manage to keep up their professionalism and friendly smiles... PHO here is AMAZING!!! And the BONUS? Unlimited broth... SHORT RIB PHO AND MEATBALLS: 10/10 The meat was so TENDER. The broth was delicious!!! EGGROLLS: 8/10 surprisingly came after we finished our PHO. It was piping HOT though... PANDAN COCONUT DRINK: 7/10 I never saw BLUE Pandan before? It should be green and it tasted more like bubble gum. I would pass on this drink... AMBIANCE: 10/10 Beautiful decor on the ceiling. There were flowers and lamps everywhere. Very nice vibe... HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!!

    Shirley S.

    My first time here and I came with fellow board members after our meeting. Most order the pho but I had the BROKEN RICE: grilled marinated pork topped w/ scallion oil, egg meatloaf, fried egg, cucumbers, pickled radish & carrots, nuoc cham. The egg meatloaf was interesting. I don't think I'm a fan of broken rice but overall it was a good dish with plenty of food. I thought it was interesting that they served the pho dishes without the soup broth. Once the bowls were served, they poured the broth into the bowls. I don't think I heard anyone complain. The restaurant was filled and I sae only one server, but he did a good job being attentive and waiting on all the tables. It was a pretty small restaurant with the Thursday night dinner rush.

    Pho nom and meatball pho
    Myly H.

    Server: Danny. He was very friendly , kind and patient with us, especially since we had a lot of questions before ordering. First things first, if you're looking for vermicelli noodles, they no longer serve them here. That was a little disappointing because I love that dish, and it looked so good in the pictures from previous Yelpers' posts. Their broth was very savory. I enjoyed it. I added the herbs and they poured in the broth for us. I do wish their broth was hotter though but that's a personal preference because I like hot soup. Their homemade sate was interesting in their bowl. A good interesting. It gave it an extra kick. Did not have to put my usual hoisin and Sriracha sauce. I got the meatball + short rib, and my husband got the Pho Nom. The ambience is so beautiful in there. Flowers all over the ceiling. I also got a lychee lemonade and it was so good. Parking: Atrocious. Their pho is on the pricier side, but I recommend it. The quality makes it worth it.

    short rib (boneless) pho wasn't too
    Ashlee L.

    Delicious and portion size is also sooo good! The short rib (boneless) in the pho wasn't too fatty but still tender, and I really liked the flavor of the broth. I also liked the noodle texture and how they had cilantro! The hainan chicken was very tender and soft. I love ginger scallion sauce with chicken! The spring rolls were alright. The noodles inside them were kinda thick, so it was heavy and the whole thing deconstructed really easily so it was difficult to eat. Overall, a really solid spot!

    Short rib pho
    Joyce L.

    Wow! Quite the flavorful pho. They're generous with their broth & meat portions, and the rare short rib slices were delectable (cooked by the hot broth)! 10/10 recommend. Con: parking in Convoy sucks.

    Kimberly T.

    Leyna our servicer checked on us a few times and was very sweet. Danny was also very kind when he first took our order. Viet coffee- yummy! I really like the flavor. The egg foam makes the coffee very smooth and the coffee isn't too overpowering (I don't feel like I'll have a heart attack) but still packs a lot of flavor. I got the chicken pho and the portion was HUGE. Chicken was tender and the most chicken I've had in a pho. Only thing is I wish the broth was a little more flavorful buuuut honestly still good.

    Lychee lemonade and lychee lotus cocktail
    Kysa T.

    Came here on a Sunday for a late lunch. We were a party of 2 and were seated right away. Parking is always a pain in that plaza so just be prepared for that. We ordered the pork and shrimp spring rolls for appetizer. They were decent though I felt like they could've been rolled a bit tighter. Everything started falling out after the first bite. We each got a bowl of the Pho Nom. It's definitely a huge serving, especially with the two shanks. The meat was very tender and fell right off the bone. For drinks we got the lychee lemonade and the lychee lotus cocktail. Both were surprisingly so good. They taste very similar, just one has alcohol. Overall my first experience here was good. The drinks were tasty and the food was good. Service was quick as well. The pho was definitely on the pricey side though, so not sure I'd come back as there are so many other affordable but still tasty options out there.

    Pho short rib
    Canary H.

    My first time here and I was very impressed and surprised with their presentation! Located on Convoy, Pho Nom shares a parking structure with several other restaurants. It will take a bit of time to find parking. Pho Nom is small inside and from what I saw, could seat about 80 people. They were blasting the AC and you could see it because their decor swayed. They had a bunch of fake plants hanging from their ceiling and it was quite pretty. I will say, paying $18-$20 for a bowl of Pho made my little heart hurt. I was hoping it was the best Pho of my life for that price. I ordered their short rib bowl and waited. The server brought it out without soup, and came back with a kettle to pour our soup into. It was a very nice gesture and quite a sight to see your food being cooked right in front of you. The bowls were huge and very nice. I could see where the dollars went. Their broth was decent and flavorful. They put your bowl with green onions and cilantro. I wouldn't mind stopping by here again. You get your bang for your buck!

    Short rib and meatball pho
    Jen C.

    Love his concept of pour your own soup because the noodles are a perfect al dente texture instead of being overcooked as it sits in the broth in the kitchen. The pho is delicious with a clean, light, and flavorful broth that tastes like it's been simmered for hours without being overly salty or greasy. The short rib is on the chewier side, the noodles are cooked perfectly, and the fresh herbs and bean sprouts really complete the bowl. The restaurant has a fun, modern atmosphere, and the staff is friendly and welcoming. Zidane and Karen were great! If you're looking for pho with a rich yet light broth and quality ingredients, this spot is definitely worth a visit.

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    Went here for dinner on a weekday. Very nice ambiance. Danny was very helpful. He sat us right away. Highly recommend this place.

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    Excellent customer service, Danny was friendly and nice, food taste right on! the right Viet flavor per my taste

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    Great spot! We will definitely come back . Different way of serving pho makes it fun!

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    The ambience is so nice and great for gathering and our server, Zidane, was very responsive and proactive. :)

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    Hoang provided amazing service! The pho and the beef carpaccio were amazing picks! The egg coffee is delicious

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    Leyna and Zidane were amazing hosts! The food was great but the overall restaurant was slightly too cold.

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