DOORDASH: Ordered Hu tieu and restaurant gave me a box FILLED with noodles with 1 piece of shrimp, 2 tofu and a piece of chicken. Wtf? This was what they considered "$13" with doordash delivery and service fees. Is this a joke? I don't remember ordering a kids meal at an asian food court. A typical bowl of Hu Tieu doesn't even come with chicken??? Or tofu???? Total BS. Do not order from here. read more

**Pho Quest Stop #35** Slowly making my way through the great food stalls in the Lion Court Food Plaza. According to reviews, Pho Pasteur is the newest addition to the Lion Court Food Plaza. It's actually the same name of a chain that I'm familiar with from the East Coast, but I suspect that they are not related. The notable item here are the availability of ox tail in the pho as well as the option for fresh wide noodles. As a huge fan of the Northern style pho at Pho Hanoi with their fresh wide noodles, it's my preferred noodle type when I can get it and I've always loved ox tail. My order was available in about 10 minutes and consisted of a generously large bowl of noodle soup. I actually combined two pho types (rare flank steak with beef balls & ox tail) to get a super bowl of pho that cost $10. (Thanks to Cuc Crystal N. for the tip) The flank steak was available as rare steak on the side and the bean sprouts are available steamed if that's your preference. The broth, while not as flavorful as Pho Y#1 or Pho Hanoi, was tasty and served hot. I enjoyed the thin slices of flank steak and the beef balls were good too. The oxtail, which is probably used to help make the broth, consisted of two to three small pieces. Very well cooked and tender, but neither as large or as delicious as ones I've made at home. Overall, it was a solid bowl of beef pho with a few interesting variants to make them stand out. Very friendly service and like all food stalls and most shops in the area, cash only. Pho Pasteur is cash only. read more

Pho Pasteur - Combination of #1 (pho dac biet with beef balls) and #6 (ox tail) - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

What a hidden gem! Tucked away in a strip mall food court, pho pasteur is serving up delicious bowls of pho with thick fresh noodles. The broth was so bomb! Among one of the best soups I've had in the Bay Area. My only criticism is that the brisket in the pho was a little tough compared to what I'm used to eating and it's about $2 more for a bowl (around $10). Still, I would definitely come back for pho and ever more so for that waffle!! This was by far the best pandan waffle, or really waffle in general that I've ever had the pleasure of putting in my mouth. Super crisp on the outside but chewy and soft on the inside with real pandan flavor. If you order anything, order this. Tips and Tricks: -A little hard to find, in a food court type of area to the left of Lion Market -Wait about 5 minutes before you're finished eating your pho to order the waffle so it comes out fresh and extra crispy -Cashier will help you pick out what to order if you're indecisive! read more

This used to be my favorite pho places. As usual, I ordered for pickup on Doordash, and requested fatty broth with extra onions. But this time I noticed that they skimmed back on the vegetables - there were no culantro or cilantro, which usually come standard, less bean sprouts and barely any Thai basil, and the portions had less noodles. Now for $13/bowl, they are on the pricey side, and you would expect a more fulfilling order, which they have been previously. But now they cut back (possibly to compensate for the pandemic related revenue loss), or are simply applying the typical greed driven corner cutting tactics to maximize profits that so many Vietnamese eateries do after establishing their clientele, thinking that people won't notice. read more

FYI: Cash Only. There is an ATM a little further down the hall though, but I wouldn't really want to count on that...I've been told half the time the ATM doesn't even work...luck was on my side that day when needed to pull out some cash haha. Anywhoo, in all my years of living in ESSJ, it's only now I hear about Pho Pasteur in SJ...and it's only now I hear they have pho with oxtail! What?! Lol... Came here a couple of months ago to buy pho for me and my friends...this place is actually located within the Lions Plaza in the food court area... I think it's a family that runs this place, and omg, they are just the cutest people ever...they were so friendly and so helpful cuz I had no idea how to order from their menu lol... What I like about this place is that they can make some adjustments for you on your order...like for example, they asked me if I wanted to regular vermicelli noodles or the thick ones, if I wanted more meat with my soup and what kind, and if I wanted to pickled onions included in my soup or on the side. Their soup is BOMB. Lol, great comfort food for cold, rainy days, or simply when you're feeling under the weather. :) read more

Pho Pasteur - Mmm! Oxtail/ steak pho with thick noodles, and added beef balls, tendon, and brisket. - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

I come here almost every week The food here very delicious Service is the best I want give 5+ star for this Thank you Pasteur read more

I changed my mind. The first time it was pretty good because I wanted some Pho after a night out drinking. I gave this place a try since I was in need of something hot and soupy and didn't care what it was. From the experience, all I could remember was it was pretty good food that night. This time, I came back again with my friends and ordered the same thing, Pho Tai. However, the noodles were a bit overcooked which was underwhelming. It could be that we came in at night and that we were given the last batch of noodles? I don't really know, but I probably will not go here again for Pho! I don't think this place is for me. It was worth a shot though. read more

This is now my go to spot for Pandan waffles - crispy exterior and chewy on the inside! They also weren't too sweet so it was perfect for my parents to snack on. We loved waffles so much that we got 4 orders of them! Hope to try their pho next time I'm there. read more

Pho Pasteur is one of my favorite places to get some delicious pho. A little overpriced but it is what it is! If you're looking for a good bowl of Pho Dac Biet or Pho Bo Suon - this is the spot for you. Make sure you order with thick noodles, a little fatty broth, and thai chili. Customer service is always great. read more

The people here are super nice and friendly. I had ordered takeout but then decided to eat it outside and they took my food and reheated it and put it in bowls for me to eat. Their soybean milk is fresh. The pho is really good. read more

1 star for food and service. Order #1 pho soup, and it came with no veggies inside or on side. Just noodles and little bit of meat. Noodles hard and not fresh. Very little brothe. Did not give side of veggies (mint, brussel sprouts, lime, jalepenos). Had to ASK for side of veggies but the lady (owner) got angry and acted like she did not understand me. Then she gave me a plate with 1 piece if mint leave and no jalepenos. ! They also serve Free Tea but not today. I saw older asian couple next to me with their tea so I asked for a cup of tea and they said no, they don't have any. Never coming here again. Instead go next door to the right! Its called, "Hue Tieu Nam". There food is tasty and hook it up fat! read more

One of my fave pho restaurant that's tucked inside Lion Plaza. Their pho remind me a lot of the ones I've had back in Vietnam. They also give you a lot of banh pho when you order take out. I always stick with pho tai bo vien with the thick noodles. The owner is also very friendly and approachable. read more

This is probably one of my favorite pho places in the San Jose area. It's located on Tully at the Lion plaza. If you walk into the food court, it will be the first vendor on the left side. The first time I tried the Pho here, it was delicious. Broth is beefy and had a lot of flavor ...and I'm referring to the Pho Dac Biet! I always get the thick noodles here. Make sure to ask for a little Nuoc Beo (fatty broth) to give it that extra kick in flavor. Top it off with some onions, pepper, sprouts, basil and Thai chili. You're all set! - Service is always great, friendly and they are always going above and beyond to assist you. Food is prepared fast and everything is always fresh. - You'll enjoy this place read more

The best Pho in San Jose but I'm not talking about pho today. I'm talking about the green waffle freshly make when you order. Crunchy from the outside and gooey from the inside. Give it try for $2.50 you will get hook.... read more

Pho Pasteur - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

Cashier was very nice friendly and helpful towards my indecisive & picky father lol he even brought the food tray to our table (which is a few steps right in front of his cashier yet still nice gesture) my dad loves him alot coz "he is properly educated by his parents to greeted and treated his elderly" as my dad told me lol reasonable pricing and food is read more

What can I say about this place?! Few years ago my hubby remember coming here in this plaza a long time ago. So, we yelp it and got directions to get here. We order pho number 1 to go. We brought it home and it was so delicious. The broth cooked perfectly. The noodles and the meats tasted tender. Ever since, we been coming back here whenever we have the time and get our pho fixing. We live about an hour and some change from here. But it is very hard to find good pho especially in Monterey county. This is definitely worth the trip, especially the young lady who work there. Very nice and always with a smile, which is very rare. I wish more places were like this. Good food and also good service. read more

Best pho in San Jose!! Depending on what I'm craving, I typically order either the beef ribs & steak with the wide fresh rice noodles or the oxtail & steak with wide fresh rice noodles. I always get an order of their pandan waffle as well! Soooo good! read more

This place is great. I had visited this complex for the past 7 years and didn't know there was a hidden food court in the corner. This place, and the other spots as well are true gems. My go to dish is #7 (~$9.50) Combination Noodles. I get half thick rice noodle and half egg noodle. Add some extra chicken and pork if you want some additional protein. It's made quick and super hot. There is a good drink spot in the food court as well. Perfect hole in the wall location for any meal: breakfast, lunch and dinner. Location: if you are looking at the Lion Market, turn towards your 9 o'clock (25 degrees to your right) and walk into the courtyard. In the corner is the food court! read more

Delicious! Really good Chicken Pho with yummy chicken broth. You can even request fresh noodles. Ooh! Goodness. Friendly service. The shaking beef is also really tasty and tender. The only downside is it's cash only and the green waffles are a little too crispy. Other than that, one of my favorite spots in San Jose! read more

I've been to the general plaza before, but never to the food court. I found the food court the other day. I was drawn to Pho Pasteur. I ordered their #1, a beef flank pho with flat noodles. It was wonderful! You get what you'd expect, a slice of lime, bean sprouts, and sprigs of Vietnamese basil. The broth was excellent. The beef flank was delicious. I recommend going to Pho Pasteur if you happen to be in the area. They even give you a cup of tea to boot. read more

Pho Pasteur - Number 1 beef flank pho - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

So good! The pho & the waffle were delicious I loved it. Can't wait to go back! It's a little hidden but so glad I came across it! Delicious read more

Pho Pasteur - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

The broth is super oily gross. And if you not paying attention the price changes by mouth if you catch my drift. Typical Asian bartering style but they do it with a smile so you can't be mad at them.sneaky sneaky family business. read more

Ordered delivery through here event though I've had the worst luck with delivery pho joints in the past, but this place was actually pretty good. Pho ga was pretty small for a medium size I should have a large and I NEVER order a large size from anywhere. Chicken was super tender in here and left with some bone and skin on which is different than I'm used to, but not a big deal. Broth was not my favorite, but did have good flavor to it. $40 for three bowls including delivery which is a good deal and above all doordash pho places this one is my favorite. I'd order it again. read more

Omg I can't believe this is my first time trying pho here. It is the best! Closest to pho on the streets of Sai Gon. Eating the bowl of pho here brings back fond childhood memories. The flavor reminds me of what an authentic bowl of pho tastes like. I can't wait to bring my boyfriend here. The common complain I see on yelp is the price. I don't think they are that expensive. They meat is good and good meat isn't cheap' $10 for a bowl is very reasonable. I have seen more expensive pho like $18 per bowl and not even good. read more

I tried Pho Papa at Capitol expressway and Pho Ha Noi in Cupertino but pho broth at Pho Pasteur is the winner. My favorite is rare beef and oxtail with wide rice noodle. Lots of beef and they are good quality as they are tender and not hard. Generous amount of oxtail as well, one big and severa small ones. Very filling lunch. I wish I take a picture prior to eating them lol read more

My mom and I came in on a Sunday afternoon. It was my first time in Lion's plaza food court, but it didn't take long to realize this was a social wilderness. Aside from the seven dollars somethin' a bowl, I knew this wasn't some crap shack Pho Tau Bay serving me a wad of condensed noodles, rubbery tendons, and Bo Vieng that tasted like wet gypsum boards. We took an empty table by the front door. With the first draft of wind coming in the front entrance, not only did we caught the smell of fresh broth from the kitchen, but realized our first mistake, it was cold as hell. Realizing no one was gonna bring the menu - after sitting for a good minute like an idiot - I left the Taiga tundra. At the counter, I was greeted by two asian people, very friendly. I got the Combination pho #1 with flat noodles and regular noodles after they introduced me to the delicious sounding menu. I realized, now, with the price of seven somethin' a bowl, not only would i get some delicious Pho but also the right to fight for a decent table. God damn Asian-American dream. I turned around and got to work. Found one, right across the court. Speed walked over without breaking the suave. Sat our happy asses down, warm. The Pho was ready. Mom asked if I need help trekking across the court with two bowls of Pho. I told her to stay and save our table, then left. On the way back, I knew this was a poor idea. Having to dodge several kids, meandering around a couple of tables, keeping eye contact with critical Asian glares, I made it back to our table without even a single spill. Man, it was some delicious Pho. The noodles easily separates, soft and slightly doughy. The Tendons, a perfect balance of crunch and fluff, a rewarding fatty after taste. Absorbent Bo vieng, not too chewy, the way it's suppose to be. The broth was as good as it smelled, flavorful, a slight layer of fat congregating on top, no hint of MSG. Kind of difficult to compare to Pho Y because Pho Pasteur isn't like most Pho joints. It's small, in a food court with rubber chairs and tables, adjacent to several other food joints looking equally delicious. Yeah, you won't get bowls twice the size of your face for the same price, but what you get is a perfectly portion of meat and noodles. Not skimpy that'd leave you hungry, but not excessive so you wont stuff your face with Carbs. Would definitely come back to try the flat noodles, and may be ox tail. read more

This place is amazing. Been going here for about 3 months and it is my new fav spot. Broth is very high quality

Let's be serious, pho is a fad. Most people have acquired a taste for restaurant-style pho, which is salty, full of MSG, and much too flavorful (cuz of the MSG!). Real pho, however, achieves a balance between umami and salt flavors AND the aromatic spices. Review: The pho here, IMHO, is real pho, just like mom makes. Seriously good and very aromatic. Excellence, really. Four stars because Lion plaza has seen better days, and location matters with restaurants. Take home: Excellent pho for those that want to try homemade-style pho in Vietnam-esque conditions. Note: Superlatives and five stars are meant for great food regardless of price. read more

The service is number 1. Pho is delicious. Will come back for pho duoi bo!!!! Nice place! read more

Used DoorDash for my order. Was super tasty, packaged neatly and ingredients were very fresh. Will definitely use them again for my next pho fix when I am too lazy to leave the house. read more

This is the true meaning of pho with aroma beef , the sweet noodles soup does not smell of Msg like most other restaurants pho , tender meat , hot noodle bowls til the end. Since eating pho hear , my familiar no longer wants to go to eat pho elsewhere this is the best Vietnamese pho , the service very good , if you like pho please come here right now ! read more

As a disclaimer, I ordered on DoorDash so not sure if that changes the experience for others.. I highly doubt it. Soup arrived COLD (not even warm) and the add on of oxtail for $5 came with about 5 small pieces of oxtail maybe ~1" in diameter... imagine curling your middle finger into a circle. Not worth the add-on for sure. You've been warned. The soup didn't taste very complex and there didn't seem to be a good variety (let alone quality) of beef cuts that you'd typically see in a standard Pho restaurant. I could honestly give this place another chance, but why. I live in an area where there's practically a pho place at every corner. read more

I'm a little sad giving this place an updated 3 star review but ugh they earned it. Since my first update the place has started skimping on the portions in their door dash orders. I ordered the exact same thing as last time, rare beef pho and the portion was exactly half. The food is still delicious but if your going to charge full prices then don't skimp on the portions. Such a disappointment. read more

It's nice that they asked whether I wanted the regular (thin) rice noodle or thick noodle for my beef pho combination (Menu item #1). I of course, chose the thick ones. For $8, I'm a huge fun and will def come back more to try their other dishes. read more

Pho Pasteur - #1 Beef Pho Combination. You can opt for thick rice noodles. $8. - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

THREE WORDS: BEST OXTAIL PHO. This place has the best oxtail pho that I've had in the south bay. The fresh, thick noodles are amazing! The service (the girl at the register) is always very friendly and she always remembers our order!! $10 is a little pricey for a bowl of oxtail pho, but I definitely think that this oxtail pho is worth it! The portion seems small, but you will definitely be full and not overeat with the portioning. I've been coming once or twice a week, every week, just to enjoy this hearty meal! P.S.- Remember to put fresh onions and a little bit of red chili paste (it's on the right side of where you pick up your food) into your pho! You will not be disappointed. read more

Hidden gem in San Jose located in a lion plaza food court. I would say on par with pho papa. Remember to ask for for the fresh noodles.

Not sure how the rest of the staff is like. This rating is for the dude who looks like in his early 20s with the cocky "he think he's the sh!t/boss" kind of style/attitude. Experienced twice, not gonna come back for the 3rd or ever. Poor attitude - don't give a damn about their customers, no gratitude! Taste is OK! read more

Best pho I've ever had! I've been searching for a good pho place ever since I moved to the bay area two years ago. Many have directed me to pho kim long, but as I mentioned in another review, their pho is bland IMO. This place is legit with tons of flavors and the meat is tender. Don't forget to get the fresh wide noodles with your pho! My usual is number 1 because I love tendons. We've brought many other people to try their pho here and they've all loved it. You will not be disappointed! read more

Pho Pasteur - #1 at pho pasteur - Vietnamese Near Me - San Jose, California

$14 for one bowl of pho at food court is too pricey. 5 thin slice of cooked meat, 7 slice of rear meat, 2 meat balls Broth taste sweet from sugar, not meat or bone. Doesnt worst the price. Won't come back. read more

The combination of wider noodle, savory soup, and a lot of quality meat makes the overall pho quality top notch. Despite they are part of the food court, this is a hidden gem operated by a young girl with her mother. Strongly recommend. read more