Just had dinner at Pho Sam Restaurant. My family literally goes here every week. My husband is a picky eater overall but loves it here. He said that their broth is very delicious. Highly recommend!!! The owner is also really good to my children. My kids look forward to getting a little treat (little lollipops) after their delicious dinner. Make sure to check it out and enjoy!!! read more

Well at least they give you a lot of bean sprouts to make up for the lack of other ingredients.

Great pho very flavorful, very nice people. Will definitely come back! Lots of noodles veggies and meat read more

Pho Sam - Vietnamese Near Me - San Ramon, California

I haven't had Pho since December 2019 so this was a craving I've had for over a year and was happily satisfied with Pho Sam! They are only providing outdoor dining where it's nice and shady. Since it was my first time here, I only tried out #18. It was so delicious. The broth was so flavorful, and they give just the right amount of noodles:meat ratio. They have their sauces and toppings available but I didn't use any this time. I just wanted to enjoy the natural flavors of the soup. This is the first pho place I've tried out since moving here to San Ramon, and I'm so happy there's one that has satisfied my craving! Can't wait to come back when I want some more. read more

Pho Sam - #18s, I got a medium size and my boyfriend ordered the XL - Vietnamese Near Me - San Ramon, California

I have not been back for awhile, things seemed to have changed. They don't have Beef Ribs anymore, they were one of my favorite. The fried rice option (4 stars $4 extra) on the rice plate is still ready good, but on the to go box they only give 1 small cup of the sauce. They really should give the bigger cup they put in the to go box for the vermicelli plate. The meat quality seems to be different, my wife was not too fond of grilled pork on the vermicelli plate #54. The pork chop on my rice plate was just ok, but the fried shrimp were really good (4 stars) Maybe next time, I'll try the chicken rice plate. The Spring Rolls (4 Stars) are still good, freshly made served with peanut sauce. I add 1 packet of Sriracha to the peanut sauce, prefect for dipping the spring roll. This visit was just ok, dropped to 3 stars, maybe the last time, not sure. Oh, they have starred to use part of the dining room corner to store stuff, boxes all stacked up, not a good look, gives the feeling thinks are going down hill, no pride in how the dining room looks. read more

Excellent & tasty broth. Simple & hearty meal that never disappoints. The price is good too.

Crazy hidden hole in the wall that has super friendly staff and delicious pho. Food (9/10) - I was a bit sad because they didn't have bun bo hue but I just decided to get one of their beef pho with rare steak and beef ball. The noodles were a perfect al dente and had a nice flavor and spring; I think they might have been cooked in a bit of broth because they absorbed the flavor very nicely. The broth was super unique because of its sweet flavor. Overall, a delicious bowl of pho. Definitely a new go-to! Price (9/10) - One of the most lowest priced bowls I've seen in our current economy. A large is $13 and XL is only $15. Even the large was super filling and a generous portion. The price was super worth it for the size and taste. Service (10/10) - Super friendly guy running front of the house. He made conversation with all the tables and seemed to know his customers really well. His banter created a friendly environment that was very enjoyable to eat in. read more

I dare say that this place has one of the best pho. My boyfriend and I have been here 4-5 times and every time we order the #18 pho combination. Let me tell you - the broth is out of this world. Lightly sweetened, savory, BOMB.com. Normally I drink all my broth (because I was taught to) but I LOVE drinking my broth here. It's honestly one of the best I've had and you don't need to add the extra hoisin or sirchara to liven it up. It's just amazing. OH, and they also don't skimp out on the meat one bit. We've also tried their bun thit nuong (vermicelli dish) and their rice combo plate. It's not the best I've had but if you get any of those, get the combo with the shrimp in it. I LOVE the fried shrimp they make. TLDR; get their PHO. Broth = bomb! read more

Pho Sam - two bowls of pho sam - Vietnamese Near Me - San Ramon, California

Perfect place for my son and I to grab a quick and satisfying weekday dinner on a cold fall day! Excellent soup broth and we especially enjoyed the beef/onion fried rice. read more

Pho Sam has been by neighborhood go-to for Takeout Pho this year. I'm always impressed with the quality and freshness of the meats and vegetables in their Combination Pho. I love their broth, and find myself happily slurping it up even after all my noodles and meat are finished. You can place an order by phone, and the Pho will be carefully packed in a neatly packed box along with Siracha/Hoisin, utensils, and Sprouts, basil, limes, and jalapeno for pickup. Pay by cash or card. The Pho is packed in Styrofoam containers to keep them warm. The noodles and meats are in their own separate container. Pho Sam provides a generous serving size which should satisfy even the biggets pho fans. I recommend warming the broth up in a big bowl it up for a minute or two in the microwave to get it really hot. That way the beef, and sprouts will cook nicely when you put them in. I love their beef balls, and usually get the combination pho. read more

Came here with friends after an early basketball tournament. We were starving. We came when they just opened so it was just us inside the restaurant. It was smaller than I expected, but don't let that fool you. Food came out in a very timely manner. The pho broth was so tasty! Didn't need to add any extra flavoring. All I did was add sriracha. Spring roll appetizer was small, but really good with their peanut sauce. Vietnamese iced coffee was really good! Prices aren't bad either! Server and I'm guessing the owner was really nice & funny! If we ever come back to San Ramon and craving pho, I'd definitely come back here. read more

I was pleasantly surprised with my pho. The broth had a creamy taste to it and was easy on the cinnamon. There was also a good meat to noodle ratio as well. The non pho items were less impressive. The pho came out very quickly. Our server was friendly, a lot more attentive than what I'm used to in ESSJ. We ordered pho for dine in and the other items to go. Pho dac biet- solid Vermicelli bowl w/ grilled beef- dry beef Shaking beef- Bo luc lac is usually my favorite, but the meat was very dry and tough. I do not recommend it here Banh mi- pork cake. Cha lua isn't for everyone, but it's my favorite meat for Vietnamese sandwiches. The slices were thicker than I prefer, but since I took it home- I just cut it up to adjust the size of my preference. All items were reasonably priced and generously portioned, although I do have qualms about styrofoam take out boxes. I highly recommend getting the pho here. There's a reason why it's called Pho Sam and not Bo Luc Lac Sam. read more

Nice little place in San Ramon. I had their Grilled Chicken Rice Plate. It was good. The chicken was cooked well. It was nice and tender with a little bit of crisp. I loved the fish sauce that it came it. It was nice and sweet with a hint of spice from the chili peppers. The dish also came with lettuce and pickle daikons and carrots. Loved that they provided the chicken and rice with some fiber and freshness. The rice was cooked nicely and presented well. Service was very efficient and friendly. I was glad to have dined here for lunch. read more

Pho Sam - Grilled Chicken Over Rice - Com Ga Nuong - Vietnamese Near Me - San Ramon, California

Didn't know what to expect since this was my first time here, but I had the chicken and seafood pho and it was amazing~ the broth is tasty and the pho is so filling. Our server was so kind and accommodating. Would definitely save this place to come back to. read more

One of the best pho places I've been to! And no, not just for San Ramon standards. I grew up in the area and this place has been a neighborhood favorite for 10+ years. Located in a small strip plaza, they have ample outdoor dining. At arrival, if it appears there is no more outdoor seating available, simply ask for a table and they'll bring an extra one out for you. The pho is really, really good, and the prices are reasonable (less than $10 a dish). I got the combination pho in small and I really wish I ordered a medium! My girlfriend order a vermicelli plate with prawn and beef, which was also very solid. What I love about the pho here is that the broth is extremely flavorful and silky, yet not too overpowering or salty. You would actually WANT to finish the broth after you are done eating your noodles. It's just so fresh. Also, they give a TON of meat. A lot of pho places skimp on the meat and give only a few pieces.. not here. They really are generous and give piles of meat. The noodle to meat ratio is on-point. Service is friendly and fast. It appears to be a family business with the parents in the back and son bussing tables. I also appreciated how they make customers go pick up their own plates/silverware if they wanted extra, instead of having the servers do it. The menus were also under the glass table-toppers for no-touch. Give it a try and look past the location -- San Ramon or San Jose, this place is good!! read more

Pho Sam - Vermicelli prawn/beef plate and combo pho (size small) - Vietnamese Near Me - San Ramon, California

The food here is very good. We come here every friday and order their large combo pho and chicken vermicelli. Today we ordered two beef banh mi's to go and they were delicious too! The service is excellent - always friendly and efficient. read more

BEST PHO IN SAN RAMON! Amazing Pho, rolls, and rice plates. This is our go-to place for pho now....been here a few times and go nowhere else now. There are a few tables outdoor and a few inside the small restaurant in this nondescript parking lot. SEEK THIS PLACE OUT! read more

Pho Sam - Well Cooked Beef , Tendon & Tripe Noodle Soup - Pho Chin Nam , Gan , Sach Soup - Vietnamese Near Me - San Ramon, California

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Broth is delicious! Owners are so welcoming and provide great customer service. Love this place. Everything is delicious and prices are not bad. read more

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Update to my review from years ago, still the best pho place in the bay. They also have great coffee, will take a better photo when I'm back again! read more

Tl;dr- great pho at a relatively affordable price- family-owned, friendly service, recommend checking out if you're in the area! Location/atmosphere- 4/5 this spot is a hole in the wall tucked away just off 680, and surrounded by many more delicious eats like sushi and bingsoo in adjacent plazas. The restaurant venue itself is small, but does include a couple shaded tables outside for seating. Food- 4.5/5 I consider myself a pho connoisseur, having tried pho around the globe from San Jose, California, to the USA east coast, and even authentic Vietnamese pho in Hanoi & Saigon. The pho here is uniquely sweet (perhaps attributed to using chicken stock base), but is still accompanied with a pleasant, rich meaty flavor. I got the XL rare steak & tendon pho, and the noodle:meat ratio is fantastic, and has plenty of soup. Service- 5/5 the server is very friendly and great at explaining the menu and making recommendations for newcomers. There were also many appetizer options (including humongous tiger shrimp) that I will likely try next time. P.S.- they have this "super spicy Thai chili oil" that is made available upon request. Just 1 spoonful will transform your pho into a super spicy noodle soup that resembles bun Bo hue. Highly recommending adding it if u love spicy read more

Service was average. We weren't greeted upon entry. The staff seemed to be preoccupied with something on their computer screen. The restaurant was not busy at all. Our food was not bad. However, we were disappointed in the portion size of the egg roll ($7) and the side of egg ($3). Both items were very small and not worth what we paid. Customer service did pick up towards the end of our meal. The waitress/host exchanged a few pleasantries and made us feel welcome. All in all, 3 stars is fitting based on my latest dining experience. read more

The man with the buzz cut is the rudest person I've ever dealt with at a restaurant. We came in here to pick up a large order which my wife called over the phone. He didn't take any of our information before hanging up on us and then we called to tell him we were on our way, he started yelling at us??? We came in to pick up the box of food and this guy seriously continued to be disrespectful mainly to my wife because she was being sweet in return. I am seriously appalled. How can you act like that not only to a customer but to another person who is only kind in return? The quality of this food is not worth dealing with this horrible person. It's not even authentic Vietnamese food (I am Vietnamese for reference). There's better options a few miles down. Stay far away, this is an anti-business and not good Vietnamese food. read more

Love this place. Great food. Fast and efficient. Served by great people. Nothing beats the chicken pho when my kids are sick. In fact, it is an expectation to get it for them. Everything on their menu is tasty. I try to get something differrent each time I visit. Never been disappointed. read more

We love Pho Sam, we won't go anywhere else!! BEST homemade broth EVER! The food is always fresh, made to order. My favorite is chicken and shrimp pho, we get rare beef pho as well. In the summer I love the vermicelli bowls with grilled pork. Fresh spring rolls with peanut sauce are a must too. Fast, friendly service. The owner is quirky but very caring and always remembers us. I guess that makes us regulars! You can tell he wants to make the customers happy and do whatever he can to keep us coming back. Excellent owner, food and business. Keep up the good work because I won't get pho anywhere else!! read more

Pho Sam - Chicken and Shrimp Pho is my favorite, I love the homemade chicken broth best! - Vietnamese Near Me - San Ramon, California

The broth is delicious. I ordered chicken noodle soup and my husband had beef noodle soup. I don't care for ambiance and all that. I care about what the food tastes like. Service is very fast and the owner is very nice. Will come back next time for sure. read more

Pho Sam is more like Pho Sad. One thing that irks me is when I go to a restaurant and kids are running around and the parents do nothing. But what made things worse is that Pho Sam is a small restaurant and the kids running around were the children of an employee. It's crazy how the workers did nothing to stop the kids from running around in the restaurant and in the kitchen! Imagine if a kid got poked by a sharp object like a knife in the kitchen or had knocked over a customer's pho? Instant lawsuit = No soup for you. Moreover, the tall Asian man server was like a real-life soup nazi. He would slam the water cups down, slam the utensils down, and slam the food down. Normally, I'd be ambivalent with this behavior since bad service Asian restaurants usually make up for this with awesome food. However, the food at Pho Sam did not make up for this slammer mammer jammer. On Saturday, October 5th at 2:30 PM (hey business owner, go check the camera feed and check out the kids running around - you might even see my angry face) we ordered an eggroll appetizer, a large pho tai, and a grilled pork vermicelli bowl. The food came out all at once. The egg rolls were freaking mini-sized and looked nothing like the menu photo. In the menu, they show three egg rolls with decent length and girth served with an assortment of vegetables. Sadly, the actual egg rolls were pencil-sized and were served on top of one piece of lettuce. I was disappointed the way many women are after an unpackaging, except Pho Sam doesn't have a friendly personality. LOL. Then, I took a look at the pho tai which means pho with rare beef. The beef that came out was well-done as if it were made for an orange clown. On top of that, the broth tasted watered down. Maybe it's for the San Ramon demographic, but the pho was disappointing. The grilled pork vermicelli was meh as well. I'm used to tons of veggies when eating Vietnamese food, not just iceberg lettuce and carrots. On top of that, the pork tasted off. At the end of the day, I wasted $30 at this over-rated restaurant that has been steadily raising their prices. I came in with low expectations because I do not expect "phonomenol pho" in San Ramon. However, this placed went below even my low expectations. De-friending everyone that gave this place 5 stars. read more

Pho Sam - The menu photos look nothing like the actual food that comes out. - Vietnamese Near Me - San Ramon, California

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Little family owned shop across the street from regal crow canyon and next to Fresh Millions. Had the combo pho medium size ($10.45) They have outdoor tables in the front that are covered by the building awning which is great for covid. The condiments were on the outdoor tables. Menu is on the table under the plexiglass. No-nonsense place to come get your pho on. Plenty of parking. read more

This place was great. I eat a LOT of Pho. I'm not often in San Ramon, so this was my first time here. As others have stated the Broth for their pho is super flavorful. I liked that they added fried shallots to the soup. And I ESPECIALLY LIKED that, for three dollars more, you can add Bok Choy and Broccoli to your soup, cresting a really complete meal in a bowl (and not just carbs and protein, but actually leafy greens as well.) I will definitely go back the next time I'm in San Ramon. Great little spot. PS: Super fast service! My bowl came out maybe three minutes after I ordered it. I sat at a table outside their restaurant. Pho is definitely better when you eat it AT the restaurant instead of To Go. read more

Pho Sam - Chicken Chicken Noodle Soup - Pho Ga - Vietnamese Near Me - San Ramon, California

Great service & amazing food! Will definitely come back more often. I highly recommend the chicken pho- light, healthy & delicious

I had no idea we had such a great Pho spot as for me it is all in the broth and meat. Their broth you can't get enough of really as it is that good. I can see taking some home just to have. The beef was the right texture. #22 was it for me with the beef. Whether you want to sit inside or out, it's all good as they'll take care of you. Well designed as the menu is laid out on the outside table for easy ordering. They're all dialed in and ready for you. I'll enjoy coming back for my fix as I had no idea read more

Pho Sam - Rare Beef & Well Cooked Beef Noodle Soup - Pho Tai , Chin Nam Soup - Vietnamese Near Me - San Ramon, California

The place is very small but usually pretty busy. It's nothing fancy being in a shopping center but the food is good. This pho is on the sweeter side but always yummy especially when I'm not feeling 100%. The Thai iced tea is yummy too and the price isn't too bad for pho. read more

Man, pho sam, one of the restaurants I've been going to since I was only 10 years old. There hasn't been a day where I haven't wanted pho sam since I've moved to Santa Barbara. Every time I enter the store I am greeted by long, the owner. At first he may seem like an angry or rude man who isn't pleased to see you, but that's not the case. He is a very kind and compassionate person, he knows your order and has an amazing memory of where you have been or what you have been doing. I broke my collarbone a few years back and he remembers to this day! Now about the food, the Pho tai may be the cure to any issues I have in my life. Whether that be satiating my hunger or simply cheering up my day pho sam always delivers! To give perspective of just how much I love this place, I have been for not one not two but three times in one day! Please give pho sam a try and make sure you get the full experience by interacting with my good friend long. The restaurants ambiance isn't the same without his snarky remarks. read more

Clean dining area and kitchen. Simple seating with a TV usually showing sports. Pho offered in 3 sizes (M,L,XL). Competitively priced compared to other Pho shops in the area. Ingredients and taste were standard. Service is standard. They also sell vietnamese sandwiches but there seems to be a limited supply each day. A good place to get a simple bowl of Pho for lunch at a reasonable price. read more

Hole in the wall, amazing broth! I think it's a family owned restaurant and they are so friendly! Loved it!

Delicious food! Tried this place a couple times now and all times have been for take away. Our food was made in such a timely manner. I felt reassured when I would come by to pick up our food and each table had customers. It's not a large place to begin with, but clearly people love the food!! read more

Sorry, but I don't think this place is a four star place, this place is probably a two star place and at most a three star. The pho was not good like all the other reviews have indicated, this is probably the one of the least tasty pho restaurants I have ever been to. The broth was not hot, and the ingredients was not fresh. I just moved into the area, and really wanted pho so bad so I gave this place a try since it has one the top reviews, but it was a disappointment. Also, the restaurant's environment is a little old. I will definitely will not visit this place again. read more

Fantastic place to get pho! This place is underrated and I'm taking the family here again. Everyone is so nice and caring. Food came out fast and hot, perfect broth, noodles just right and the meat is great. Thanks! read more

Food is really good and authentic. Their broth is one of the best we had in the area and the meat portions of their Pho were really large. Restaurant environment and cleanliness could definitely improve but overall solid Vietnamese choice for take out. read more

My wife and I both ordered chicken and seafood pho, one size medium and one size large. Prompt service and we were impressed with the quantity and quality of our orders. Generous helping of protein in both bowls. The large was definitely worth the extra $1. read more

Called in an order for pickup and let me say, this was the quickest call I've ever had, lol. No total amount was given, no pickup time and no name confirmation, just took my order and hung up. I laughed, mainly bc of the shock, but also figured the orders weren't flowing in like normal and what are the odds someone else orders the exact same order as me. I gave it 10 minutes and headed over. As expected, they only had one couple outside and my order was packaged up and ready to go in an easy to carry box. Unfortunately, I was sad to see that they still use styrofoam containers. We order a pair of Spring Rolls, a medium Chicken Noodle Pho and the Pork and Rolls over Vermicelli. The Spring Rolls are simple and not as "done-up" like every other roll we order. They use iceberg lettuce instead of the deep green leaf lettuce I normally see. The rolls also don't have the extras like mint or basil, thin cucumber slices or julienned carrots for pops of color. The peanut sauce was thick and I have a feeling this may not be made in-house. The man usually devours his noodle bowl but had leftovers. He said it was okay; not the best he's had but didn't elaborate. I ordered the pho and was pleased to see the fresh ingredients. Nice white chicken breast sliced about 1/2 cm thick; bright green, fresh springs of Basil; deep green and crisp slices of jalapeños... I was surprised to see bokchoy leaves and broccoli florets thrown in, but I didn't necessarily hate it and enjoyed the extra boost of green veggies. Regarding overall taste, I too thought this was okay, and wasn't blown away by my meal. A little let down after seeing the 4 stars on Yelp. I will say that the guy who took my order also cashed me out. He was funny, talkative and even offered to help me carry my box to my car. The food may not be what I was expecting, but the personality of this man makes me want to go back and support his small business. read more

Pho Sam - Chicken Noodle Soup - Hu Tieu Ga: broth is separate. Very fresh ingredients! What you don't see is the bokchoy and broccoli hiding under - Vietnamese Near Me - San Ramon, California