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    Pho On California

    4.1 (284 reviews)
    ModerateVietnamese, Noodles
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    Updated a few days ago

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    Casual
    Intimate
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids

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    Short Rib Combo Pho

    Besides everything being absolutely delicious - they are VERY generous with the meat. The broth is extremely flavorful and hits the spot every time. Got the chicken wings this time and the flavor and crisp was phenomenal - definitely worth the try.

    #14 Pho Khong with beef broth
    Renee D.

    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.

    Chicken wings
    Thuy L.

    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.

    Short rib combination pho
    Sammy L.

    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!

    Tiffany T.

    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.

    Therese G.

    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!

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

    Short rib combo with bok choy (extra).
    Leo C.

    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.

    Spring rolls with shrimp, peanut sauce, and thai tea

    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

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    Always fresh and tasty! Staff is hard working. Happy to support them and their craft.

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    Good portion, has lots of noodle. I love the temperature of the food! Good atmosphere too

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    Vegan Pho is great! Pretty standard order in our house. Haven't experienced much more on their menu.

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    What are the current hours for this location? DoorDash, their website and Yelp all say different things.

    Is it true there's no MSG here?

    MSG is naturally occurring in many foods such as mushroom, tomato, and cheese. Not really sure what the point of your question is.

    How is the vegetarian option? Has anyone tried it?

    They have a variety of vegetarian/vegan options that are really good. I recommend the veggie pho, it's one of my favorites

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    Pho Banh Mi Che Cali

    3.3
    (601 reviews)
    2.1 mi
    $$

    Good place to get a quick affordable meal. You can order at the kiosk for card/tap pay so you dont…read morehave to wait for someone at the register. They have Banh mi sandwiches, pho, stir fried noodles, spring rolls/egg rolls etc. Pho cost 13.50 for a large bowl. They also sell sesame balls with mung beans and some other snacks. The sesame balls are crispy on the outside and are .75 each. My son tried the new Char Chiu rice plate and said the sauce it came with was good. Outside and indoor seating available and they bring your order to the table when ready. Water, sauces, and veggies are self serve.

    Yikes! While this location is conveniently located across the street from Pasadena City College,…read moreit's not a restaurant I would gravitate towards anytime soon. There are plenty of other offerings in the area. I grew up with the chain and have tried various locations. Pho Banh Mi Che Cali generally promises a large selection of affordable various Vietnamese dishes at a super casual environment. No frills and amazing value. Unfortunately, I feel like this location is trying to do a lot of things. They offer Ramen or Chinese soups. There's so many "new item" signs and I really think they are losing their core identity. I'm getting off topic. I ordered the Pho with extra beef. I found the self-ordering kiosk to be easy to use. I was able to pay, grab a number and find myself a seat. While it wasn't a very clean place, it was fine. Where I was disappointed was when I tried the broth of my pho. I think Pho should have been a slam dunk for this restaurant. It's a staple to Vietnamese cuisine, so I'm sorry to report - I thought it was bland. I would say the worst pho in recent memory. The price starts at $12.99, so it's a tad cheaper than a normal sit down, but with the portions I got, i really think it isn't an excuse. I noticed others customers in the restaurant ordered Banh mi. Perhaps that's a better bet.

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    Nem Nuong Khanh Hoa

    Nem Nuong Khanh Hoa

    4.3
    (809 reviews)
    4.1 mi
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    I have been coming to Nem Nuong Khánh Hòa for years and don't see a lot of people coming here. It…read moreis ran by your Vietnamese aunty and uncle and their food is authentic. Their prices have not changed in years and the portions remain the same versus shrinkflation. Their menu is not that big but it has your essential Vietnamese dishes. Today I ordered the banh beo bi, vermicelli with nem nuong and egg rolls, nem nuong coun and che ba mau. Banh beo bi are rice cakes topped with shredded pork. It comes with chilies and fish sauce for you to pour on top. The rice cakes are served warm and are super smooth and soft. The thai chilies it comes with are spicy so don't use too much. The vermicelli with nem nuong and egg rolls comes with a slab of meat and a whole egg roll. The bottom are the noodles and mix of veggie and herbs. The nem nuong is sweetened charbroiled pork that is grilled. Think of a sweet meat ball. The egg rolls are super crispy and filled with meat. The noodles go well with the fish sauce and there are a lot of veggies inside. The nem nuong coun is a spring roll that's wrapped in rice paper. It has the meat and lettuce wrapped inside and comes with a dipping sauce. I believe the sauce is made with ground shrimp. For $8 for 3 rolls it is a steal compared to other restaurants. If you are craving Brodards in OC this place can satisfy your craving. Their che ba mau which is a 3 bean dessert has a lot of beans inside topped with coconut milk and shaved ice. It is the person drink to finish your meal and it is not too sweet.

    CASH ONLY! Definitely a mom and pop spot, they have tables to dine in but it's one of those spots…read moreI'd prefer to take to-go and enjoy in the comfort of my own home. Com Tam is decent, rice texture is on point. Pork chop is marinated well but not enough lemongrass flavor, tender and not dry at all. Baked egg was good but not amazing, seemed like it missing shredded wood ear mushroom. Che Ba Mau by far hands down the worst I've had. Red bean wasn't soft, outer shell/skin was still pretty tough. Not much mung bean either after stirring it literally for about 4 seconds the mung bean basically disintegrated into the liquid. The liquid.. watered down skim milk, not a trace of coconut flavor anywhere. I didn't know you can mess up Che Ba Mau until I had it from here.

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    Noodle St

    4.4
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    0.7 mi
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    Noodle Street is one of those places that always hits perfectly on a cool or rainy day. There is…read moresomething about a big, comforting bowl of noodles there that just feels right. My go-to is the beef noodle soup with knife-cut noodles, and I love the meaty beef rib. The broth is comforting, the noodles have that great chewy texture, and the beef is exactly what I want when I am craving something warm and filling. I keep telling myself I should branch out and try more of their noodle dishes, but my heart simply cannot say no to the beef noodle soup. I have also had the dumplings and beef rolls before, and both are good as well. The place can get full, but it is always worth it and genuinely never disappoints. Overall, Noodle Street is a reliable favorite for a cozy meal, especially when the weather calls for something warm, hearty, and satisfying.

    Had a great experience at Noodle St Pasadena. The food and service were both really good, and I…read moreloved being able to see the cooks making the noodles fresh to order. The quality was solid, and everything came out hot. The chicken wings were great, the garlic green beans and cucumber salad were amazing, and the signature spicy ramen was really good too. It was a bit greasy, almost like birria, but the meat was tender and the broth tasted like it had been cooking for 48 hours deep, rich, and full of flavor. The only thing I wouldn't recommend is the Korean beef. It was way too sweet and didn't really give Korean BBQ flavor. The meat seemed more steamed than grilled, and not even vinegar or chili oil could save it for me. Other than that, everything else was fresh, flavorful, and worth coming back for.

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    Stir Fry Noodles with Tofu ($15.80) - onions, spinach, bell peppers and carrots. With triangle noodles.
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    Golden Deli

    4.2
    (3.7k reviews)
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    This place has THE BEST Vietnamese iced coffee. I've had a lot over the years at different places…read moreand the one here is absolutely perfect. Every aspect from how strong the taste is, to the amount of ice, to the amount of sweetness is spot on. My wife and I come here sometimes just to get their coffee. A must try!

    Golden Deli serves delicious pho, egg rolls, spring rolls, rice plates, and other Vietnamese…read moredishes. I've only dined in a few times because it's always crowded and usually has a long wait, so I typically order my food to go. I enjoy both the combination pho and the chicken pho. The broth is rich and flavorful, and their egg rolls are also very good. On my last visit, I ordered a rice plate with pork chop, egg rolls, and shrimp paste. The dish was tasty. The pork chop was well seasoned and tender. They included two egg rolls and two pieces of shrimp paste, which I thought was generous. I just wish the pork chop portion had been a little larger. The rice was also delicious and had a buttery flavor. The meal was enough for two people to share. Prices are a bit higher compared to other pho restaurants, but the food quality is consistently good. Customer service was great. I placed my order online, and it was ready when I arrived.

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    Basic Decor with Plenty of Customers
    Basic Decor with Plenty of Customers
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    Side of egg rolls
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    4.3
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    3.1 mi
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    Restaurant is chill and functional! You are seated by a hostess and allowed to browse menu options…read more Service was quick and prompt, they brought out drinks and sides quickly. I got the Pho and Ribeye soup which was absolutely delicious. It is a Shabu style pho so they bring the meat not cooked. The meat looked bright red and of high quality. They bring a hot plate filled with broth to heat your meat. It was delicious, the meat was tender and not too chewy. The broth was filling and delicious. I didn't even have to add condiment (chili, soy sauce ETC). Price is definitely reasonable and I would definitely come here again.

    So bummed I've to update my previous record to one that isn't as great…read more It's been a few years since I last visited so I was expecting it to be as amazing as it was when I last went but unfortunately, it was quite disappointing. It's open daily 10am-9pm Parking is ok since they have a parking structure and street parking Service was ok and could have been better if they were more attentive. Inside was pretty small but they offer inside and outside seating. Menu had a good variety of dishes and prices were reasonably priced. Got the Special Beef Combo Noodle ($14.50) and it consisted of eye round steak, well done flank, brisket, tendon, tripe, and beef ball. The broth tasted very light and not too greasy or salty so that was enjoyable. The quality of the meat was very dry and wasn't tender so that was very disappointing. The portion of meat and noodles given wasn't plentiful so that was a bummer. The basil, bean sprouts, and lemon were decent and so were the complimentary sauces. Overall, I wasn't too impressed with the pho and even though it was reasonably priced, it didn't seem to be worth the price since the pho tasted very underwhelming.

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    Mama Hong's Vietnamese Kitchen - Burbank

    3.8
    (2.1k reviews)
    9.5 mi
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    Kid friendly
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    June 2026 - customers since 6/2012, we totally love Mama Hongs. Food is consistent and staff are…read moreefficient and genuinely friendly. After 14 years time to update the review. Totally love their entire menu especially..., Fried ground chicken egg rolls Traditional Spring rolls non-fried Fried Tofu with spicy garlic sauce on the side Beef rib pho Beef stew with French bread Must try lemongrass ginger drink

    A super solid place to stop by, especially before catching a movie at The Burbank 16…read more I literally walk pass by this place all the time on my way to the movie theater. Finally got a chance to come-in & I'm glad that I did. Although, I have my "go-to whole-in-the-wall Vietnamese" place in the SFV, there's always room for more businesses to support & Mama Hong's Vietnamese Kitchen - Burbank definitely deserves your patronage. It's a welcome step-up from your typical no-frills Vietnamese place, so the vibe / decor is especially great if you're introducing someone to Vietnamese cuisine for their first time. FOOD **PRO TIP: Go "Family-Style" = split multiple dishes amongst your table so you can have the opportunity to try multiple delishes dishes at once. That's the move. Shaken Beef Garlic Noodles - 9.2 / 10 **GET THIS DISH!!!!!** I did my "due diligence" before coming here & I 100% knew that I wanted to try this particular dish as soon as I came into the restaurant. In fact, the person whom I came here with wanted this too. (She didn't tell me in-advance). Needless to say, when multiple people have the exact same dish in-mind, you know that this is a good sign. Strips of lean, tender, juicy, quality, tenderloin steak, well-sautéed onions, plenty of garlic, served on top of a bed of al dente noodles. What's not to love? It's like eating a big, bowl, or spaghetti, but without the overpowering tomato sauce. Don't let the simplicity fool you. Yeah, I could very, well likely make this dish as home, but sometime it' just nice to leave some things to the pros. You can't go wrong with this dish. It sounds delicious in theory & it delivers on all fronts in reality. Spicy Garlic Chicken Rice - 8.9 / 10 A nice counterpoint to the heavier beef dishes that are offered, the well-seasoned, not-overly dry, but not-too spicy chicken is substantial. Round that off with an adequate portion of perfectly-steamed white rice & some fresh veggies (your standard pickled carrots, daikon radish, & lettuce), & you got yourself a solid chicken dish. Grilled Ribeye Steak Sandwich - 9.1 / 10 I hadn't had breakfast, so I was definitely craving a bit more to satisfy my hunger. This beef variant of a traditional Vietnamese Bahn-Mi hit the spot. Since I'm used to eating more economical + fattier cuts of beef for my bahn-mi, it's a rather welcome + modern twist to be using more premium cuts of steak (I honestly might steal this move the next time I whip-up a bahn-mi at home). It was hearty & you can definitely tell that the quality is there. I could be mistaken, but I wouldn't be surprised if there was some fish sauce that was used to marinade the steak. It makes for such a well-rounded, savory flavor. The crisp veggies, & aromatic cilantro round-out all taste sensations on a fresh baguette. In many ways, this is the fancier, upgraded, "Rolls Royce", of a typical whole-in-the wall Vietnamese spot's bahn-mi, & that is sometimes what you want. I would definitely get this again, especially if I was on-the-go. DRINKS Mango Jasmine Iced Tea - 8.9 / 10 Don't sleep on Mama Hong's handcrafted beverages. The mango jasmine iced tea provides everything that I want in a thirst-quenching drink. You get the tropical tones of the mango offset by the herbaceous jasmine of the tea. I really appreciate that it's not overly sweet. I especially dig that their handcrafted beverages come in customized branded plastic packaging with that soda-can lever-opener-style lid. You just don't get that anywhere. The staff is beyond accommodating. Shout-out to Mariska for being such a friendly & warm server. Granted, I came on a Sunday afternoon (around 2pm-3:30pm), don't be surprised if you have to wait because I can see this place being quite the trendy spot. Granted it's casual, it's still feels a bit nicer/fancier than the more relaxed bars, fast-casual spots in the surrounding area. You can't go wrong with Mama Hong's Vietnamese Kitchen - Burbank. A solid choice, indeed.

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