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    Pho Tai

    3.7 (282 reviews)
    InexpensiveVietnamese
    Closed 10:30 am - 11:00 pm
    Updated a few days ago

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids

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    Khoi N.

    Pho Tai Puyallup is a place for you to have a quick lunch or casual dinner. It isn't a fancy place for you to dine in, but it's obviously the place for you to cure your hangover with. The young lady that provided me with service on that day was fine. She was fast and efficient in handling all the tables during lunch hours. I ordered fresh spring rolls and large pho bowl (steak, brisket, tendon, and stripe). While the pho broth wasn't as flavorful as the other Pho restaurants I've tried, it was still tasty when I added Hoisin sauce into it. The spring rolls were great, too.

    Number 15 and number 21
    Edenielle A.

    Food: the food is really good. I've ordered here a few times already. Anytime I want to get my pho on this is one of the places I go. The portions are big even when you order the small. Service : service is dependent on if it's busy or not. When there's more customers it's a bit slower but that's ok it's busy so it's understandable. Ambiance: I like their jams, they always play good music. It's very casual

    Number 15 (after I added toppings, hosin, and siracha). It's supposed to come with tendon, there was no tendon it either of our two bowls.
    Asiamarie V.

    The server was kind and they did the bare minimum. Take orders and bring food. Not checking in on how the food was, no asking if drinks needed refills. Extra meatballs is an absolute rip off. You get three halves of meatballs in a small bowl of brother for 3.59. You can buy a pack of pho meatballs for around that price. 1.5 meatballs for 3.59 is wild. We ordered two number 15's and one number 17 all of which are supposed to include tendon as a meat in the pho. NOT A SINGLE ONE of our bowls had tendon. If they ran out it should have been vocalized. It wasn't. Another rip off. Number 22 was great! Mother said it was a 5/5. The side of soup that she got was okay but it wasn't great. The broth was kind of lacking flavor. Cafe Sudan was a 3/5. Number 15 pho was rated 3/5 by my father. Number 15 was a 3/5 for me, broth was lacking flavor. Number 17 was 5/5 even though it didn't have the tendon per my sister. Number 25 was 2/5 per my partners. Bland. First bowl of sauce came with a hair in it. New bowl was fine (I personally really liked the sauce though!). Bathroom floors were sticky. Honestly the place is just cramped but the food isn't bad. They just could make some changes to make experiences better and food quality better. Note for restaurant: Please tell customers if you don't have something because it feels very dishonest when you just don't provide the thing and hope customers don't notice. Just from that I wouldn't come back.

    Handsome G.

    Pho Tai Puyallup has taken a plunge. First, service is SLOW Refills come when you ask BUT... they expect to be tipped?

    Large P17.
    Pearl L.

    I'm super disappointed in this last visit I had with Pho Tai. Pho Tai is basically the fast food of pho restaurants and I shouldn't have expected much, but it was Sunday night with two tables that had already been served. I came in with my boyfriend and after a few minutes, we got seated and then a server brought us drinks and asked to take our order. I got the combination order of a large #17 pho and spring roll with an iced milk coffee with light ice. I was expecting to get my drink but it never came until I went to go pay which was weird? They never asked if I wanted my drink after my food? It seemed really odd and I just figured they forgot. My food came out not too long but the pho was super sad as it had nothing inside. The noodles were short and clumped together. Broth was super salty. My spring roll looked great and tastes great until like three bites in, I noticed a small black hair. The server never came back to check on me and we had to ask the busser to let our server know. The busser told us that he could either have them remake it or take it off my tab, I opted for the latter as I had already lost my appetite. Overall, I won't be returning to this Pho Tai or others as I am moving back to Federal Way and there are plenty of late night restaurants with quality food and service.

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    Jerad J.

    Deliciousness! Go ahead and try the pork bbq spring rolls and multiples because you won't want to share. I should apologize for not taking a picture but the brisket and meatballs pho was on point as well. Great service and attention to detail. neat decoration with warm lighting.

    This is the seafood pho.
    Dixie C.

    I love this place. I always get the seafood pho. The portion sizes are large and the price is pretty low. The food itself is delicious and I love the variety of seafood they put, clams, mussels, squid, shrimp, and crab. The servers are super friendly. The atmosphere is nice as well, they play popular music and while the building is small it doesn't feel crowded.

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    You want be disappointed from good service to amazing food. Looking forward to coming again.

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    Broth for my chicken pho was good. But my chicken was completely raw and not edible $20 just to eat broth.

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    I love Pho Tai!! It's my favorite place to get Pho. they have really good gyoza and spring rolls too! I would definitely give it a try!

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    Really good Banh Mi sandwiches and fresh spring rolls with killer peanut sauce yum! The service was nice too.

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    We regularly eat Pho. This was our first visit here and we were unfortunately not satisfied with the quality and taste.

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    Big and delicious spring rolls. Stuffed and delicious bahn mi. Highly recommend. I have ordered over the phone and pick up within 15 min.

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    The broth that they use is made with beef so i don't think it is

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    Hello Pho

    3.8(205 reviews)
    2.0 mi
    $$

    My husband ordered us food and had it delivered using one of the delivery apps (I don't know which…read moreone -I don't personally use them). Our food arrived in less than 30 minutes and I'm sure that it being a Tuesday night helped as it's not usually a busy day/night. We just finished eating and I told my husband I'm writing a review so people know the food is quality. First off, I told my husband I'm hoping the pho broth tastes like grandma made it and it did. Very clear and flavorful broth -a bit heavy on the aromatic spices and I mean that in a good way. It tasted great. I ordered the shrimp pho and substituted for beef broth. Very delicious. I love that there was a to-go big bowl with the noodles so I could pour the broth directly in there. It was the size of a Korean instant noodle bowl and it did the trick. Bean sprouts were on the side. I didn't get the cilantro or jalapeños, but it tasted good enough that I wasn't upset. They did put in the green and white onions I requested and they were fresh. We also ordered the crispy chicken vermicelli and the box was quite full. They give you your money's worth, which I appreciate since so many restaurants short-change you on food quantity when ordering to-go. Not here! The chicken is crispy and not at all greasy. There was also a fair amount. Large pieces of fresh crisp cucumbers. Healthy amount of noodles. Overall, excellent. My husband ordered the gyoza/potstickers, walnut shrimp and rice --all appetizer sized and we are happy with the flavor and quality of all of them. Overall, definitely recommend! Great flavors, fresh food, and good value. We feel we got our money's worth. We will order from here again.

    The staff here were friendly, and overall the pho itself was good. Unfortunately, after my soup…read morearrived, I asked for basil since I normally add quite a bit to my pho and was told they had run out that morning. I really wish they had mentioned that before I ordered. Basil is such an important part of the pho experience for me, and I think it would have taken an otherwise good bowl of soup to the next level. I also tried the egg rolls and wasn't a fan. Instead of being light and crispy, they were dense, not very crunchy, and fairly bland. The friendly service was definitely a positive, and the pho had good flavor, but the missing basil and disappointing egg rolls took away from the overall experience.

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    9.2 mi
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    YESSS!! This is THE place for Vietnamese food! They are indeed authentic!…read more I have been missing the smell and taste of staple Vietnamese dishes ever since I moved out of California a few months ago. I used to receive Mom's vietnamese home cooking frequently and I lived near the Asian hubbubs with easy access to all the cuisine, but now I have to discover new places here in Washington to satiate my taste buds. Everything I've tried so far has been good. I've been content. But here!! I ordered takeout through Doordash, and as soon as I picked up my food, an aroma of so many flavors filled up my car. Parking is kinda annoying since it's on the street but I arrived within 30 mins of opening hours so it wasn't terrible yet. The restaurant already had at least a table or so, with customers, so I wouldn't be surprised if it got busier later. There's a fair amount of space and tables for hungry stomachs! The food was about ready by the time I arrived, and the 30 min drive home left me feeling famished and ready to dig in. Thankfully, I was not disappointed. Everything was packaged well so that nothing spilled during the car ride, and everything was so yummy! I ordered more than I originally intended... I was craving com tam (broken rice) and couldn't find a satisfactory place near my residence, so I drove all the way here to Tacoma.. and then I figured, I might as well order their Banh Xeo too! The photos online made it look so good, and it ended up tasting amazing! Slightly crispy and stuffed just enough with bean sprouts, meat, and other goodies. Perfect after drizzling some of the sauce over it. The Com Tam was also made well, and definitely hit my cravings with its classic ingredients. I ordered a Large Pho Bo Vien (meatball) for my son, and was sooo tempted to eat some myself. The broth smelled fresh and the noodles were cooked nicely. Decent portions for everything, too. I definitely need to return to try out more of their food. So far, it has made me one happy Viet gal :)

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    Stopped by Hi Bubble Tea once last month on a Monday around 5pm while I was in the area and the…read moreshop was completely empty when I came in. I don't live nearby, but I ended up grabbing a stamp card, so there's a good chance I'll come back eventually for the drinks alone. I ordered a chrysanthemum tea with boba along with a banh mi. The drink was probably the highlight of my visit since it was super refreshing, flavorful, and made pretty quickly too. Definitely quenched my thirst. The ordering process was a little awkward though. There was one guy working the front and I had a hard time hearing/understanding him at first (maybe he was speaking too quietly?), but it became easier once we switched to Vietnamese. He also didn't seem to recognize the drink I wanted even after I gave the menu number, so I had to point it out on the menu before he could ring it up correctly. I'm guessing he might've been new. The banh mi took longer than expected considering the place was empty, probably because from what I could see, there was only one lady in the back making food. Taste-wise, it was decent but nothing especially memorable for me, and the size felt smaller compared to other places I've ordered from. I think the banh mi only came in one size. Usually, I'd order a Large so maybe that's why this one seems small. There were at least a couple tables inside so I could sit and wait. I still had a good experience though and would come back mainly for the drinks because that chrysanthemum tea was genuinely really good. They have tons of options so I wanna try out their other drinks too.

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    4.4(223 reviews)
    12.7 mi
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    During a four-day swim meet in Federal Way, we ended up discovering Pho Trang, located in a very…read moreordinary strip mall directly across from H Mart. Honestly, from the outside--and even when you first walk in--the place looks pretty average. The setup is simple, and the waitress (who also seemed to be the hostess and possibly helping with food prep) wore a black mask and wasn't overly chatty or outwardly friendly. But then the food arrived. And wow. Everything tasted incredibly fresh and authentic. The bánh mì was crisp and flavorful, the rice dishes were perfectly balanced, and the noodle soups were deeply satisfying--the kind of comforting, clean broth that tells you it's been done right. What really says something is this: we kept going back. Over the four days we were in town for the swim meet, this became our repeat spot. When you travel, you try many places--but when you return to the same restaurant multiple times, that tells you everything. Even better, the prices are very reasonable, especially considering the freshness and quality of the food. This place proves an old truth: some of the best food hides in the most unremarkable strip malls. If you're in Federal Way and craving great Vietnamese food, don't overlook this spot.

    The bun bo hue here is sooo good. I discovered this place last year since it was near our hotel,…read moreand I came back again during my recent trip over the weekend. My order here will forever be the bun bo hue. It's the best one I've had, and I've had a lot. The broth has so much depth to it, and the flavor is SO GOOD. I love that their bun bo hue has a lot of sate in it, and doesn't taste just like a clear broth that some restaurants serve. It even comes with the standard pork hock and pork blood, I know a lot of restaurants may omit that. I can't recommend it enough, it's a must try!! It is a little on the spicy side though if you're sensitive to it, but it was perfect for me. The service here is quick, although the restaurant itself is a bit small. I never had to wait for long though. I'll definitely be back during my annual Seattle trip!

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    4.4(282 reviews)
    9.2 mi
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    So I had this place bookmarked from idk how long ago. I probably saw some random tiktok and the…read morefood looked so good that I bookmarked it on Yelp, hoping to one day try it out. Well that day has come. We ended up staying at a hotel nearby for a friend's wedding. We were getting hungry and I luckily checked Yelp and saw that I bookmarked this place when it showed up on my nearby food list. What a crazy coincidence. So we drive over and park on a side street. There was a small line outside and we waited patiently for a few minutes. Once inside, we were seated at the counter and it was packed, a little hot and everything smelled delicious. My friend and I both ordered the duck and pork noodle soup and it was maybe the best noodle soup I've ever had. The pork had crispy skin, the duck was soft and flavorful. It was all just so delicious. The iced coffee was strong and sweet. We also got the dessert. Make sure to add durian if they ask. It made it 1000x better if that's even possible. Honestly one of the best meals I've ever had. I'd definitely be back if I'm ever in Tacoma again.

    I've been to Tho Tuong BBQ several times, and the food has always been consistent. It's a small…read morespot on South 38th Street that stays very busy, so I usually order takeout instead of dining in. The barbecue duck is delicious and reasonably priced, and the roast pork is another favourite of mine. I also like the broken rice, along with the pickled jalapeños and house sauce that come with the meal. Everything works well together and makes for a satisfying meal. If you don't mind the crowds, dining in is an option, but takeout is just as enjoyable. The quality, value, and flavour keep me coming back, and it's one of my go-to places for Vietnamese barbecue in Tacoma.

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    Interior (taken from the back of the restaurant)

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