i've only tried the short rib pho here but it's so good it's the only thing i get. i should explore the menu more but i know what i like haha! it's definitely worth the visit! read more

Had the pho chay (vegetable pho) with vegetable broth and the vegetable vermicelli. Veggie pho broth was too salty in my opinion. My aunt thought so too. I did like they included many vegetables. Tofu could have had more in the pho. The vegetable vermicelli was better. Could have used a little more fish sauce. Lots of veggies. Guy was power washing the front of the floor of the restaurant while we were there which made it hard to converse. Would suggest they do it not during opening hours or not when customers are dining as quite distracting. read more

Pho On California - Vegetable pho and vegetable rice vermicelli - Vietnamese Near Me - Pasadena, California

Well I should start by saying the flavor of the food is good. They offer a wide range of dishes which is nice, and if you are local to this neighborhood (as this really is the only pho place around this area) it's not horrible. However, if you are not local and can travel the extra 15 minutes, you have so many better options. What i found annoying: 1. With my pho came very little vegetables and no basil. Think: a teacup saucer of sprouts and a lime. Any other place would serve you as much as you would ever want. 2. A $4.50 iced tea (unsweetened) was not refillable. I mean seriously, for a glass half full of ice, this is simply robbery. Also, it didn't say on the menu that it wasn't refillable. Service was a 3/5 if scaled to any restaurant, or a 4/5 if you compare it to other pho restaurants... they are basically there to serve you food and get you on your way ASAP. So in conclusion, not a place to avoid if you live or work here, within a few blocks. But not exactly worth it to travel to. read more

This is honestly the best Pho I've had.. The broth is very flavorful and I really appreciate that the chicken skin isn't included in their soup. They also have all of the fresh toppings on the side. I usually order the Pho Ga and have loved it every time. I sometimes get the beef banh mi which is also very good and eat it with the soup. I've eaten in the restaurant a couple of times but usually get it to go. The service is always pretty quick and they're nice and helpful whether you dine in or not. read more

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Spicy Pho Dac Biet did NOT disappoint! A fusion pho spot (which I am normally not a fan of) but the flavors are on point and it's done right here! Small business and family owned they were super prompt and welcoming. Glad I came before the rush. Def will be back anytime I'm around the area! Glad I settled on this and def don't regret it. read more

Earlier today I had to make a stop in this shopping center. There was a distinct aroma in the air of something absolutely delicious that caught my attention. My nose sussed it out, and literally lead me by the nose to Pho on California. It was mid day and I was in my groove, but grabbed my phone and bookmarked it on Yelp. As I went about my day, my mind was still pondering the fragrant aroma of the broth, a slightly sweet smell and layered notes promising a delight to the tastebuds. Returned home I announced "Soup for dinner!" In a large stock pot I put an assortment of veggies to simmer in bone broth. I had viewed the menu via Yelp and knew I wanted to go back and get their broth and noodles. #14 on the menu. You know how when you cook for yourself everything, no matter how good, tastes as would be expected. By adding the $12 of broth and noodles we are going to have two hearty nights of dinner that are definitely a notch above in flavor. 5 stars for my delicious to go order was ready by the time I hit the Yelp check in button! I am excited to return for a dine-in experience soon and will order plenty to-go to jazz up my epicurean adventures at home. read more

Pho On California - #14 Pho Khong with beef broth - Vietnamese Near Me - Pasadena, California

Good stuff. Proportions were quite big. Almost couldn't finish the pho. Service was fast. The brisket in the pho was good. read more

Pho On California - Vietnamese Near Me - Pasadena, California

We love this place it's our go to for Vietnamese food. Their pho is super flavorful the broth is deep and the proteins are light. Their pho portions are generous. The noodle and rice dishes are equally enjoyable. Service is fast. They have never gotten an order wrong. The place is small but you can usually always grab a table. read more

We always get take out from here since it's so close to the house and the service is on point. Price is reasonable considering location and the pho hits the spot. We love the way the pho is packaged for take out and the generous amount of bean sprouts and basil that are given with each order. read more

The pho broth was delicious. I really appreciated that when the pho came out, the broth was piping hot . I really don't like when some restaurants bring it out and the broth is only lukewarm. The egg rolls and chicken wings were also tasty. If I'm in the area again, I will definitely be back. read more

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First time visitor and thought the short rib combination pho was so good! They were very generous with their meats that I actually wanted more noodles lol The meat and noodle ratio was a bit off because of that lol but the meat was very tender, especially the short rib. The broth was just the tiniest bit salty but that's probably because we went right before closing (sorry and thank you to the staff for serving us!!) and the broth was cooking all day. The staff were friendly and accommodating. The thai tea was good too. Thank you - will definitely come back for the short rib pho! read more

Pho On California - Short rib combination pho - Vietnamese Near Me - Pasadena, California

Now that I've tried more options on their menu, I am even more enamored. You won't regret it! Every item on their menu is made with love and full of flavor, with reasonable prices, and sweet staff. read more

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So happy to find Pho on California. Delicious everything from the pho to bun to bahn mi and drinks too! The Vietnamese Coffee is drip drip fresh!!! Service is quick and friendly and the restaurant was packed for lunch! read more

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Solid Pho Place! Been here a few times and the experience is always pleasant. We discovered it last year while visiting family across the street at Huntington Memorial Hospital. They're located in Vons Shopping plaza. Staff is quick and efficient, perfect for quick bite. The space is small and can get crowded on busy days. Though they have outdoor seating, it's limited to 3 small tables. Prices are reasonable and decent size portions. The pho here is terrific. We got chicken and short rib combo (short rib, brisket and rare steak). Both broths were flavorful and on point. Noodles are more on thinner side, very well prepared and just right. Hardly needed any utensils for short rib, it was fall off the bone tender. Only complaint is there skimpy on bean sprouts, jalapeno and lime. It would have been nice to have more veggies. We also tried pork egg rolls which were good. Definitely recommend if you're in the area. read more

Pho On California - Short rib combo with bok choy (extra). - Vietnamese Near Me - Pasadena, California

I cannot stop coming to this place!! The food is addictingly good, if I only had $25 to my name I would spend it HERE no doubt. I am always satisfied with the taste and amount of food, because it is SO DELICIOUS and the portions are SO generous!!! I definitely recommend it, the staff are really friendly and helpful when you can't remember a menu name, and the restaurant has peaceful and warm local vibes which makes you feel comfortable the whole time :)) Genuinely one of my favorites and I would so so so totally recommend I hope it goes famous so everyone can enjoy the BEST PHO EVER read more

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Fast and friendly service, good food. Spicy pho is really quite spicy. And I may be a little bit in love with their passionade -- a fizzy passionfruit drink that is perfect for hot weather. read more

I rarely write negative reviews, but this experience was beyond unacceptable. I ordered a bowl of pho that tasted muddy, stale, and genuinely old. The broth lacked freshness and had that unmistakable "something's not right" flavor. It wasn't subtle. It was bad enough that I couldn't keep eating it. When I brought it to the owner's attention, instead of addressing it professionally, I was told the taste was because the bean sprouts were old. Let me repeat that: they admitted the ingredients were old -- and still refused to replace the bowl. If you know an ingredient is past its prime, why is it being served? And if a customer tells you their food tastes spoiled, the bare minimum is offering to remake it. Refusing to exchange it after acknowledging old produce is not just poor customer service -- it's concerning. Pho is supposed to be fresh, clean, aromatic, and comforting. This was the opposite. Between the questionable freshness and the dismissive response, I won't be returning. There are too many places that value quality and their customers to waste time here. read more

We were served a bowl that had a straight up muddy, off taste. Anyone who eats pho regularly knows the difference between a clean, fragrant broth and something that's clearly wrong. This wasn't subtle. Something was very off. When we flagged it politely, the owner GRABBED A SPOON and tried the pho. She then told us the issue was the bean sprouts being "too ripe." They acknowledged an ingredient was off and still refused to replace the bowl unless we paid again. It baffled my mind that a restaurant owner could be so unapologetic about objectively BAD food. That is not how you run a serious pho shop in Los Angeles. This city is packed with spots that take pride in their broth and stand behind their food. If your ingredients slip, you fix it. Why is that so difficult? You don't push the cost onto the customer and act like that's normal. read more

Delicious! Came by on a Rainy day. It was packed but it moved fairly quickly. Not the cheapest but very good quality. Can't wait to stop by again! read more

Absolutely LOVE!!!! A quiet simple dining spot with basic tables and chairs. The concept is very open so you do see directly into the kitchen area but it's not unpleasant. Not sure if a physical menu is available however QR codes are posted to access said menu. Service is reasonable not fast but nothing that's unreasonably long either. Drinks are sealed so that's a plus. Love that the menu isn't ridiculously long and they're very accommodating read more

Pho On California - Soy marinated chicken salad - Vietnamese Near Me - Pasadena, California

Pho on California is my favorite pho spot ever the broth is solid the staff are friendly and I have become a regular especially on days the hangover is taking over I will be a patron for as long a they'll have me !! read more

I got the spicy chicken bbq plate and it was amazing!! The server was very nice and attentive and the food came out quickly! I am definitely going to come back!! read more

Nice, quick local spot for a hot bowl of pho. Pho broth was decent, and the brisket & tendon were good. The dish that stood out was the vermicelli with pork. The pork was very tender and marinated very well. I thought the fish sauce that accompanied the vermicelli was delicious. The one thing I would ask in future is no peanuts as I felt like the peanut flavor was too overwhelming. Parking is plentiful in shared lot with Vons and other businesses. read more

I wish they had a bigger bowl. The place is a little small the bowl is a little small but the food is good.

Great place for a quick meal if you're craving a bowl of pho. It was the perfect size for me to finish with no leftovers. Don't forget to ask for basil if you like that as a topping because it does not come by default with the other toppings. I also really liked the crispy egg rolls with pork. read more

Pho On California - Pho with steak and brisket, thai iced tea - Vietnamese Near Me - Pasadena, California

Pretty enjoyable. Nice huge parking lot that is shared with a Vons and some other retail stores. Pho was a good size and the broth was very clean tasting. I enjoyed the vermicelli a lot because it wasn't super fish saucy. I haven't found too many great pho spots in the Pasadena area, so this was a really nice find. Server was attentive, the inside had about 8-10 tables and 2-3 tables outside so not great for large parties. I can easily see myself doing a take out order for their vermicelli when I'm not craving pho. QR code for the menu on their utensil holder. read more

Pho On California - Vermicelli with pork - Vietnamese Near Me - Pasadena, California

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Went here for a casual lunch on a weekday. Got the spicy pho which tasted very authentic and was a good portion size. Caution on the spice level -- I can tolerate a decent amount and mild was enough for me. My husband got the highest level spice and it was more than he expected. read more

Pho On California - Spicy pho - Vietnamese Near Me - Pasadena, California

The brisket pho and short rib pho mild spicy were both really tasty. Sat outside and service was fine. I will definitely come back!

Service is good. The younger korean lady works hard. - Spicy Pho lvl 3 4/5 It's definitely spicy. The deep broth pho taste is gone and just spicy. They don't give you basil you have to ask for it. I thought it was just an ok pho. Next time I'll try the regular pho to taste the broth. Free parking in lot. read more

Pho On California - a bowl of soup with meat and vegetables - Vietnamese Near Me - Pasadena, California

This is place is small has best spicy pho to hit the spot for cold weather. The portions are great. The spring rolls are wonderful and fresh with either shrimp, pork, or shrimp and pork. The service is nice atmosphere for the first time. You are around Pasadena or South Pasadena hit the streets of California Avenue and visit Pho on California. read more

You can always count on a pho spot to have some vegan options, but the pho wasn't what kept me from going back. Their Banh Mi is a good option for vegans although the tofu is a bit minimal. Crunch on the bread is great and surprisingly their French fries were delicious. I've always received quick and nice service. I'd skip the spring rolls next time. Various other dishes can be made vegan. Happy Munchies, @aVeganAndHer read more

Pho On California - Banh Mi - Tofu - Vietnamese Near Me - Pasadena, California

The best Pho in Pasadena! I love the authentic Pho broth and noodles they have here and it reminds me of many I've been to in Alhambra and Westminster. The service is always amazing. Super nice people! Small shop with big hearty meals! read more

Ordered take out and the food was very good. The portions were large and it was ready when they said it would be.

Beast Pho I ordered the No. 2 Spicy Dac Biet with Spicy Power: Hot. -Grub- It was surprisingly good because it wasn't just them tossing on chili oil, but using some sort of Chili Crisp-like sauce. It had dried chili peppers, chili oil, and what tasted like fermented beans mixed in as well which resulted in a spicy, salty, savory mix. What you get with the spicy Pho is less of the original Pho broth (which is still great on its own) but more of the spicy, salty, and savory parts of the spicy sauce. Spicy Power: Hot is somewhere between the higher end of Jalapeño and Serrano. It was a surprisingly tasty experience as I've never tried a restaurant that offered spicy versions of their Pho. -Service- Service was attentive. The workers spoke Korean so I assume the place is Korean owned & operated. What's surprising is that in my experience most Korean-owned Pho restaurant tend to be garbo in quality, but this place wasn't. I will remember that. The lady offered extra water potions which was gratefully accepted as I had already downed mine due to the spicy power. -Misc- I like their metal chairs. Normally, I wouldn't appreciate it, but the metal chairs give off a street food-like vibe which is appropriate here. read more

Pho On California - 2. Spicy Pho Dac Biet Level 3 [Hot] - Vietnamese Near Me - Pasadena, California

Sadly I wasn't impressed with their Pho or egg bahn mi. I don't know if there were beans in my soup or if it was over ripened bean sprouts because it looked like beans in my soup. Even the chili tasted different and not in a good way. I didn't eat more than just my meat (steak & tendon), because it was off putting to me. I did however enjoy my Thai tea. I'd come back for that! read more

Love coming here for food, this is a small place but the food is delicious.Location is grate. read more

Pho On California - Spicy barbecue chicken - Vietnamese Near Me - Pasadena, California

Excellent broth, large portion, excellent prices. This is one of the best if not the best pho places around. We order the chicken pho and rare steak/ brisket pho and they do not disappoint. 5 stars read more

My son took me here for the very first the broth was EXCELLENT it was delicious, flavorful, and so tasty. I told my son we will go back there very soon and price is very reasonable I loved it so much for my bday I will go there. read more

My American friends are big fans of Pho. I picked this place which is closest to their house. Place location across the street from the hospital. Same plaza as Vons. For some reason google maps doesn't recognize entrances on California Blvd, but only on Pasadena Ave. It was pretty outside, probably last 80 that night, they keep the closed open.. I regretted sitting inside waiting for my friends, and got a few mosquito bites. There few tables inside and 2 tables outside Price is reasonable since everywhere is raising the price. Can of coke cost $2.. I told my friend it would be cheaper to go Vons to get 6 packs since he had 4 cans since is hot day Summer rolls $7.50 - gets 2 rolls - tasty okay.. Crispy Chicken Wings $9 -- are a small few pieces but taste pretty good.. Pho dac biet: $13.75 rare steak, well done brisket, meatball, tendon, and tripe.. I think the broth is too sweet, not sure if it is msg or sugar. But my friends love it. Beef Fried Rice: $12.50.. My friend's son loves it and it has become one of his favorite dishes. . This boy is very picky and only likes American foods like burgers and pizza. The service was good. Only give them 3 stars because I think the foods is okay read more

Pho On California - Vietnamese Near Me - Pasadena, California

Delicious food and friendly service. The pork egg rolls and BBQ pork are our favorites so far, but will definitely go back to try the pho. Conveniently located in Vons strip mall, across the street from Huntington Hospital. read more