Pho Viet

Pretty clean restaurant in this Asian strip mall…read more I think even if you're not a Vietnamese cousins aficionado you'll be comfortable here. Some servers speak pretty good English. The pho dishes are all pretty good. I usually get the steak pho. Prices are reasonable. And service is good - responsive.

If you are looking for a large restaurant in philly for Vietnamese food, this is your place…read more Situated in a plaza with a bunch of other Vietnamese establishments. There is a parking area. The interior had many tsvkes, some large, some smaller. I believe they regularly host events based on the section of the menu where you can order food for a large group. I got the shrimp with sugar cane wrap dish. It was a diy wrap dish. I was slightly disappointed because I thought the shrimp would be cooked with the sugar cane, but was only served sugar cane on the side. The sugar cane tasted kind of weird too... A little sour... The rest of the platter was loaded with mint, perilla leaves, carrot, cucumber, rice noodles, that you can wrap in the rice noodle sheet that comes with hot water to dip in. I also found a piece of plastic in my rice noodles. This is to say, nothing was incredibly mind blowing, but the food felt nourishing and the interior was spacious. Staff were attentive too and filled up my water regularly.

7.2 mi•Avenue of the Arts South, Washington Square West

Oh yeah, they got an interesting mural inside

Vietnamese crepe

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Corey’s Crafty Vietnamese Cuisine

4.8(138 reviews)

Ate dinner here on May 25 with my husband and a friend. Friendly staff who greeted us and answered…read morequestions. Steamed dumplings were delicious. I had the crispy chicken, husband had Long Island duck, friend had the Amish chicken with cashews. Dishes were good portions and nicely seasoned. Broccoli was cooked perfectly. Pleasant atmosphere. Clean and bright. They are a byob and no extra charge. This was a nice surprise

Small spot dishing out Vietnamese food. Corey, the owner,…read moreis a sweet guy. I get why there are many raving reviews. In retrospect going with the pho is probably the way to go but it was a hot summer night and pho wasn't in the cards. I tried a bun beef dish which came with spring rolls. The rice vermicelli noodles were cooked well but lacked flavor, even with the beef. The beef lacked the grill/bbq flavor I come to expect of this dish. The spring rolls were some of the best I've had. I do wish the dish had more flavor or accoutrements but I enjoyed my dinner and it all tasted fresh. Service was friendly and quick.

Singing over JACK &&JIM

Limoncello Mascarpone Cake - AMAZING

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Front of the building

Pho Xe Lua Viet Thai Restaurant

4.0(779 reviews)

6.2 mi•Chinatown

Delicious, great service, cute mural walls! We came in around 9 pm tonight, we were starving. There…read morewere a lot of people inside, but we were seated and able to order right away. The food was tasty and hot. I ordered fried tofu with vegetables and my friend got pad thai. Everything was fabulous and so flavorful. There's plenty of vegetarian options. The air conditioning was wonderful on this humid night.

My family used to frequent this restaurant almost every week when I was a kid. I practically grew…read moreup here. My mom and aunts knew the owners. But they have since sold and under new management. Decades later I feel the urge to revisit and it's smaller than I remember. I'll chalk it up to being a small kid memory. The decor is indeed dated and needing a lot of tlc. I heard the food was still good so what the heck let's give it a try. The new owners/workers are definitely not Vietnamese. The menu is huge and included a lot of non Vietnamese dishes. We ordered 2 bowls of noodles and they are huge portions. At first glance they are a watery bowl of rice noodles. I was not impressed. But upon my first sip of the soup I was pleasantly surprised. All that flavor was still there. (They must've also inherited the recipes from the previous owners) Although the quality of meat and veggies were not cooked with the broth they still managed to maintain the flavors so I'm impressed. The beef was tough and blocky so were the carrots. I couldn't finish my portion so I took it home and to my mistake the noodles did not travel well. They became a mushy mess. So I'm very torn. I very much enjoyed all the flavors but the quality was a bit disappointing.

7.0 mi•Rittenhouse Square, Penn Center

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Pho/ Beef noodle soup menu

Banh Restaurant

4.4(57 reviews)

I picked up an order of the steak pho and it was very good. I also got the shrimp fried spring…read morerolls and they were great. I would recommended it. The pho broth is very delicious.

My partner and I had a craving for pho while walking around Rittenhouse and this is the closest…read morespot we could find. The inside is cute & modern with a decent amount of seating and big windows that bring in a lot of natural light. We ordered the pate chaud and summer rolls to start. The pate chaud is a dish that we haven't tried before. It felt a little small for $11 (basically the size of a pop tart) but the flavor was delicious. The puff pastry outside was buttery and soft while the inside was very savory and meaty. I would've love this even more if the puff pastry was crispy. Summer rolls were some of the better ones I've had. The roll was packed really well. Dense, tightly rolled, good meat to noodle to veggie ratio. Nothing worse than a limp floppy summer roll with bad ratio distribution. I would definitely get another order of these! Pho itself was pricey. But kinda par for the course considering the area. Broth was light but not in a bad way. Typically I prefer a slightly more flavorful fatty broth but this still hit the spot. Meat and noodle portions were generous and noodle texture was perfect.

7.6 mi•Bella Vista, Passyunk Square

Beautiful dining space

Steamed Rice Rolls | Bánh Cuốn

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31. PHO House Special | Phở Đặc Biệt

Pho 75

4.4(726 reviews)

A no frills place. Cash only. They serve great pho. Johnny on the spot. Sit. Order. Eat and pay…read more But it's consistently really good. Not really a date night. But definitely is a nice comfort food option.

This is supposedly the best phở in Philadelphia, and the best I've ever had! And it's incredibly…read morecheap compared to Boston. 1.Phở - Tái, Nạm, Gầu, Gân, Sách: The broth was dark, but the flavor was natural and umami; the beef was in big portion and large slices, tender, and the tripe had no gamey taste; the rice noodles were authentic Vietnamese phở, perfectly cooked and very refreshing. The biggest surprise was the tái (eye-round steak), yet still retaining that pleasantly chewy texture of undercooked beef; the gầu (fat brisket) was thick and crisp, fragrant but not greasy--who would have thought I'd find brisket fat here? This showed the restaurant's precise control over the broth temperature and the thickness of the beef. Almost all phở restaurants claim to offer authentic raw beef or various cuts of beef, but very few can truly make customers feel the difference. The restaurant's decor is simple but spacious and clean; the service is average, but very efficient. Efficiency is essential for phở, otherwise the beef would be overcooked in the hot broth. After all, the essence of a restaurant is food, and for such affordable ones, it's gratifying to see them spend most of their costs on the food itself.

Inside

1.Phở - Tái, Nạm, Gầu, Gân, Sách

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Cafe Diem

4.4(340 reviews)

7.5 mi•Bella Vista

My partner and I absolutely love Cafe Diem!!! It's our go-to spot for breakfast, lunch, and dinner…read more We might be a little biased, but the food is always served to perfection. The space is small, but the service is quick, so you can easily get in and out within an hour. We always leave happy and satisfied. Our go to order is a small & large order of the Bun Bo Hue. Large order of Banh cuon. And drink.

Very good bun Bo hue! Cash only establishment. Service is quick! Restaurant is quite small…read more Municipal parking next to the restaurant.

Indoor Seating

Bun Bo Hue (small)

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Little Saigon Cafe

4.0(46 reviews)

6.2 mi•Chinatown

Service - The owners seem lovely. Very kind and welcoming…read more Pho - Eh. I ordered the vegetarian pho which was $15.99. I asked if it came with tofu and was told it did not. I asked to add tofu. Given that the vegetarian tofu was more expensive than any of the phos with meat, I expected vegetables to be somewhat robust...this was not the case. In addition to a fairly bland soup that lacked depth, the only vegetables the soup came with were bok choy and broccoli. The added tofu was fried and quite good but the portion was quite small...certainly not enough to justify an additional $3.00 cost. My soup also came in a different bowl and appeared to be a smaller potion than my friend's. She ordered the beef tofu and also complained of a bland broth; she said the brisket was well cooked. Sauces - The sauces at the table (Hoisin and Siracha) seemed to be water down, which is bad enough. But they also seemed a bit rancid and had a strange after taste. Lovely owners. Nice ambiance. While Philly is pressed for late night eats, I likely won't be back.

Have only gotten pho here, but the soup and noodles are more to my liking than other places I've…read moretried in philly. Love that the soup comes out scalding and stays hot while I'm eating Can be busy on the weekends, but happened to be quiet on a Friday and the owner was very friendly to us :)

6.8 mi•Avenue of the Arts South, Washington Square West

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Storefront

Miss Saigon

4.1(200 reviews)

8/18/2026 My first trip to Philadelphia with this being my…read morefirst stop was absolutely perfect. My server Sarah was very attentive and helpful giving me the run down of the menu. She suggested the lunch special, and it did not disappoint for $18 and some change. I got the lemongrass pork bahn mi 2 minis at that stuffed with all the good things. The beef pho was the perfect size and the broth was sooo clean I was in love. A glass of wine topped the meal and I was stuffed. The vibe was so casual with old school hits playing in the back ground and the dim lighting made it a go to spot for a date. They have an upstairs with additional seating that overlooks everything. I'd recommend and surly come back whenever I'm in the city. Bathroom rating: 5/5 loved the pink toilets

Always enjoy the ambiance of Miss Saigon, it's a very casual dining spot for Thai food…read more The Shaking Beef was great, very flavorful and a nice amount of food. The River Prawns were good albeit a bit difficult to eat, I do feel like there may have been a bit too much sauce. The prawns were also a bit overcooked as they were chewy but not too bad. It was super unfortunate they didn't have any desserts but the ice cream. The scoop was pretty small and tastes more like coconut as opposed to Mango Sticky Rice. The cocktails were amazing as always. They're easy to drink and have a good flavor palette.

Mirror mirror on the walls.

Chicken Pho

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Little Ninh Binh & Iced Vietnamese Coffee

Vietnam Restaurant

3.8(484 reviews)

6.2 mi•Chinatown

Vietnam Restaurant is one of the better Vietnamese spots in the area and consistently delivers…read moresolid, clean flavors. The BBQ platter is excellent and easily a meal on its own, with a great mix of grilled meats and variety. The pho stands out for being well balanced and tasting very natural, without that heavy, overly processed broth flavor you sometimes get from places that rely too much on bouillon. The fried spring rolls are a favorite at home, especially for my wife and son. The grilled pork bun is also very good with a solid portion size and well-seasoned pork. Overall, it's a dependable spot with strong execution across the menu and one I keep going back to.

I had never had 'real' Vietnamese food before and was in Philly for a couple of days (2025) and was…read moreable to walk to the Vietnam Restaurant from my hotel. I was surprised to see most of the tables full. I needed help with the menu so was guided through and each was described to me. I went simple with my friends and have included photos below of the presentation. Very tasty and would return. Tried the Stuffed Grape leaves which were tasty but not like Middle Eastern grape leaves. Pho Noodle Soup, hot and tasty. Not too spicy. Enjoyed the Lemongrass Pork Chops!!

7.5 mi•Bella Vista, Passyunk Square

Exterior

Crispy pork, spring rolls, vermicelli

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Lemongrass, steak, broken rice

Pho Today

4.5(80 reviews)

This is one of the nicer-looking Vietnamese restaurants I've seen, and really good food as well…read more Been here a handful of times with friends, often parking by the closed CVS nearby. I've tried both pho and grilled pork there, and both are really good. The staff are also very friendly and attentive, and water is served in pitchers on the table. I think it's a great spot and would definitely go back again.

Pho Today never disappoints! The restaurant is always clean, comfortable, and welcoming. We came in…read morearound 7 PM, and despite it being a busy dinner time, the staff was still full of energy and provided excellent service. A special shoutout to the girls working this evening, they were friendly, attentive, and made us feel welcome from the moment we walked in. The food came out quickly, was fresh, and tasted delicious. Great food, fast service, positive energy, and a clean atmosphere. We'll definitely be back again!

Entrance

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Hieu L.

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9 years ago

Best Viet food I've had in Philly that is extremely affordable. I've tried almost everything on the menu and its all delicious and authentic. They give big portions and plenty of food too. They don't skip on quality or quantity like some other mediocre Viet restaurants in Philly. All the locals eat here. read more

Albert P.

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14 years ago

This place is amazing. The restuarant is beautiful and cozy. It is perfect for Family Diner, Friends and Business. The food is so tasteful especially the 'Pho' soooooo good. The restaurant is so clean and the service is excellent. read more

Srey T.

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9 years ago

I liked this place . good food and good services. I want give them 10 but we don't have .

Chuong V.

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5 years ago

Great service , excellent Pho . all around great menu , nice family owned .

Scott V.

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49

13 years ago

i like the pho here. i always go here when i have a hangover

Pho Viet - vietnamese - Updated September 2026

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I ordered a pork chop special rice to go. The steamed pork & egg loaf was hard and obviously it's…read moreold. And the pork shredded also tastes old. I can't believe they serve this kind of food. I don't recommend this place. If you want business, serve fresh food!!! Period.

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Love my dinner there last night. Friendly and efficient service. Clean environment and the food…read moretastes great. One thing I noticed: their "broken rice" isn't broken like what I had at other Vietnamese restaurants; theirs just seems to be regular rice, but I actually prefer regular rice over "broken rice". Will definitely come back when I'm in the area.

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I eat quite often at Pho Don and it just recently occurred to me I've never reviewed it. The staff…read moreis great and while the location is small it is quite comfortable -- although I mostly order takeout. Their food is good (I particularly like the chicken rice platter) however their Vietnamese Coffee is possibly my favorite thing on the menu!

Stopped by Pho Don for the first time yesterday. Staff are very friendly and helpful. Food came out…read morequickly and was hot, flavorful, and fresh. Pho broth had a lot of depth and layers of flavor, it was quite nice especially after spending a cold day hiking at Wissahickon. Prices were more than fair, plenty of seating. Would definitely come back here again!

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