Ambiance is great. Food is exactly what you want, nice options. Prices are fab. I adore a classic Vietnamese spot with super friendly service. read more

First time here. Just moved here from SF Bay-Peninsula. On first impressions upon entering- Finally, a proper pho restaurant! What a sigh of relief walking in and not having blaring TV or stereo. Their service is great. I ordered #14. Broth is clean and flavorful. Noodles are perfect. Someone else made a Asian joke in their review here. I'll echo it. I'll be bak pho mo. Support the locals. Leave a great review. read more

Novato has ZERO (absolute NADA) options for Vietnamese food which is very disappointing, especially for this city girl. Pho Viet totally satisfied my serious craving for Shaking Beef for dinner so my 5 star rating was based on what I ate and not the service. You come in, grab a table, and patiently wait for someone to bring you menus and get your drink order. OMG their Bo Lac Luc (that Shaking Beef dish I mentioned) is sooooo freaking good. Tender juicy bites of beef deliciousness that I ordered with their watercress salad and rice. My family had Pho beef noodle soups which they said were good too, but I will be coming back specifically for their Bo Lac Luc again! After we were done we noticed some dude riding around on his bike in the parking lot going by all the parked cars. Make sure you don't leave anything within sight in your car. He might've been scoping out the cars to break in and grab so be careful. It just looked way too suspicious. read more

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Good food, fast friendly service, good portions for the price in Marin We were seated immediately upon walking in, haven't been here in a few years and ended up here because we didn't want to risk our lives going to VN NOODLE we ordered: Taro shake w/boba (4/5) Egg rolls (4.5) Combination pho (4/5) broth is good, decent portion Bun thit nuong cha gio (4/5) meat was really good, nuoc mam ok but not memorable Overall, not a bad place for lunch. Will be back read more

Food was great. Fast service. Clean restaurant with lots of sitting. Location is tucked in the very end. read more

Pho Viet - Spring roll - Vietnamese Near Me - San Rafael, California

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note to self: dont order through door dash. they will make you wait an hour. just phone in when they open. much fastsr service. food is good. service not bad. read more

Visiting family in San Rafael and wanting pho is tough. Haha. This was the best rated spot on yelp and we decided to give it a shot. It's really easy to miss. The turn into the lot is so hidden so pay attention! Head towards the back of the lot and bam, it's right on the corner. Plenty of parking available. Sanitize your hands before you get seated. This is a typical no frills, cheap, decent food spot. It gets the job done. #6 (combo pho) and #30 (special combo broken rice plate)...less than $40 including tip. The pho had tons of meat but the broth fell short. Still had some decent flavors and it wasn't oily. Noodles were plenty. The combo rice plate was better. Grilled pork chop, shredded pork, egg cake, tofu cake, and egg. My favorite was the tofu. The shredded pork was overwhelmingly dry. I definitely missed eating some broken rice though! This is a solid 3 stars. If I'm craving Vietnamese food when I'm in town again, this will be the spot. read more

AMAZING pho spot. I got the #9 and my boyfriend got the #16 and the meat was cooked perfectly. Food came out fast and the place is clean with great service. Definitely coming back. read more

This is good Vietnamese food a short drive from downtown San Rafael. Plenty of parking. Service is friendly and they have a clean restroom. You will love the beef noodle soups. The #16 ("Tai") is a safe bet and was delicious when I visited recently. There are two sizes and the Large is just $1 more than the Small, so you'll be tempted. Just know that the Small is plenty, especially if you want to leave room for an appetizer. Speaking of appetizers, the egg rolls (filled with a combination of shrimp and pork) slap and will get your taste buds warmed up for the upcoming flavor explosion of pho soup. You'll appreciate a quick stretch before that spicy, frenetic workout of slurping down a steaming bowl full of noodles that will leave you sweaty and reaching for a water bottle the rest of the day. Off menu specials change periodically. Recently they offered garlic noodles w shrimp, boneless stuffed fried chicken wings, and filet mignon pho. read more

In an unpretentious strip mall, Pho Viet was a real find. Inside was warm and nicely decorated with friendly staff and amazing food. I'll be going back and recommending it to friends as well. read more

The cube beef steak is one of the best dish I have ever eaten. It's absolutely legendary. We heard about it, came for it, and it's amazing. The beef melts in your mouth. It comes with steamed rice and bell peppers and onions just sautéed quickly. Sauce is great. Service was super fast and owner was adorable. Ambiance was great! Eat by the water! It is simple and delicious and efficient. I love taking also a soup and share both dishes with my +1. Truly an awesome place. read more

I've been there several times and food is consistently good. I think it's quite authentic.

It is a good, fast kitchen with interesting menu items. It will not be my favorite Asian food place though. It has to many better option in Marin or even in San Rafael. But it is a good kitchen nice waiter and fast deliverers food. I like the setup with a part of being some exclusive booth and then the great hall with lots of tables. Why given away two stars? It's just a personal taste that gives a way one star the Vietnamese rolls have been a bit tasteless compared to what I am used to in the Netherlands where a huge Vietnamese culture is doing its street food. I had the stuffed chicken wings which was a bit Maertins and I wondered why they even have them. There was a lot of technic brought into making them but I think the outcome doesn't deliver. It said it would be crispy but it wasn't at all. Then I had the chicken bbq and I had some before at other places In Marin and so I thought they lack a bit of flavor even the sauce was not bringing it to the table. Well that said it was just not worth five or even four stars. BUT i did not have the pho who everybody is raving around. So since they doing great efforts I would say please give them a chance and try them if you like pho. And please consider three stars is not a bad cuisine!! read more

Pho Viet - Vietnamese Near Me - San Rafael, California

The broth is balanced and rich, the noodles are perfect, the steak, bbq pork and other meats are all well trimmed and seasoned. The drinks are good and so are the appetizers. Must visit. read more

Not in the best neighborhood, but tucked at the very end of the marina. We were a little hesitant bc of the presence of a few homeless women, this area is really unkept. Despite this, we did see a few people come & go & decided just to take our chances. While the food was great & portions decent, the staff members aren't too friendly. Since I decided to share the grilled pork chop w.my mom, i asked for an extra plate, there was no response so my mom asked & the gentleman seemed a little perturbed & finally answered "Yes, I heard". I was a little taken back, with his off standish mentality. As far as the dishes we ordered, we chose the Grilled Pork chop plates with the egg, shredded pork,salad & even soup for $12. The portions are pretty generous & I usually I don't drink the soup, but it paired well with the rice. The grilled pork chop was marinated well & grilled to perfection! It is my go-to dish whenever I'm not in the mood for Pho & the pork chop did not disappoint. Food is great as far as the #22 & #30 both pork chop rice plates, but don't count on good customer service. read more

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I really like this place a lot. The owners are welcoming and everything I have tried has been delicious. I have been spoiled by great Phu in San Francisco, so I was delighted to find a place in Marin that's at par with the good spots in San Francisco. read more

This is our go-to ONLY on Tu/Wed when nearby Saigon Village is closed. The pho and spring rolls are decent, and service is efficient and impersonal. read more

I have been here a few times, This time I went and the chicken was cold. they also did not refill our waters at all. The last straw was they never brought our drinks we ordered, horrible food and service.................................. read more

Best pho in Marin - their pho ga is super delicious and comforting. Broth, noodle, veggies, and chicken blend in together perfectly. Thai tea is great too. Love this place! read more

Pho Viet - Pho ga and Thai tea - Vietnamese Near Me - San Rafael, California

I grew up in LA and my wife grew up in San Jose. We are both Vietnamese. I gave this a 5 star because we are in Marin County. Their pho here is legit and so is their Bun(aka vermicelli dry noodles with BBQ pork and egg rolls). The staff there are super friendly and polite. If you're looking for a place for Vietnamese food go here... no need to go to SF or Oakland. read more

Pho Viet - the front of the restaurant - Vietnamese Near Me - San Rafael, California

We love this place. Year after year, it's consistently delicious, with good service, reasonable prices, and a nice casual but aesthetically pleasing decor and a mellow vibe. Love the little booths and the woodwork around them on the top level. A charming but easygoing spot to grab a bite anytime. I feel comfortable showing up here wearing even my most casual clothes and it's easy for me to find something here that's gluten-free vegan, too. My fave is the vermicelli rice noodles with veggies in a sauce (multiple options) or the big soup bowl. read more

Just had dinner here..we got pho and fried rice..food is good however, customer service is horrible. We got seated and got food order and food was fast coming out. The only down side we asked for 2 cups of water after food came out and after we were done eating..finally got our water 30mins later.. read more

Pho Viet - #6 Pho special - Vietnamese Near Me - San Rafael, California

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Pho Viet used to have standards. From my most recent visit, it seems to be a thing of the past however. Pho: I went with a large #12, including thin slices of steak and well done brisket. The bowl was sizeable with a reasonable portion of noodles, but the entire bowl likely only had 5 measly slices of dry, over-cooked beef. The dish was served with a limited selection of vegetables to add in, with some basil and bean sprouts. I asked for cooked bean sprouts as it tends to have a more mild flavor and a better bite in my opinion, but it was served uncooked. When I brought up my concern to the staff, I was instead dismissed and told that it was cooked. I was quite surprised that they didn't include other standard items with the pho, such as the lime or jalapenos. The broth was somewhat lighter than usual. Bun Bo Hue: A watered down tasting broth with limited toppings as well. I was not particularly impressed. It was also not served with the usual cabbage, which when we asked the staff they were surprised by the request and subsequently prepared it at that point. Overall, I was quite disappointed by the flavors, the portions for meat, the toppings provided, and the service. I used to have good experiences at Pho Viet, but after this most recent experience, I'll be going elsewhere instead. read more

Amazing food, great service workers are very kind. The overall feel of the restaurant is very comfy and homey and I love the art work!

This place is delicious and reliable. Just make sure to order by calling because Grub Hub has a $3 mark up per item! I ordered 2 vermicelli bowls and it was $32.50 with tax read more

Pho Viet - Vietnamese Near Me - San Rafael, California

Fire, great food good ambience in your supporting A local wonderful family and in return you get delicious beautiful well prepared food in when your food is cooked and good energy I believe you're really eating something beyond a good meal. This is what you get when you go to this wonderful establishment normally don't leave reviews about places that I love in order to keep them secret but in doing so if you're reading this be kind leave a 20% tip if you see this say thank you and be patient. Thx! read more

Quick service and always consistently delicious food. Good portions too! I love getting th me bbq chicken fresh spring rolls and the wonton and chicken rice noodle soup. read more

REALLY good portions for the price. Decent pho in San Rafael! Food: 8.5/10 We usually order the #6 the Dac Biet Bo Vien and it's delicious and Pho beef broth and meat is perfectly cooked. Portions & Value : 9/10 You definitely get the most bang for your buck here! It was $10.75 for a big bowl of pho with a good amount of beef. Service: 10/10 We are always seated immediately and they come and take the order's quickly. No complaints. Vibe: 7/10 Lunchtime crowd and its always casual and with tables and some exclusive booths. Its not in the best part of San Rafael close to the pier in the back of a strip mall. Private parking lot and pretty safe. read more

I have been coming to this place on and off for a few years and it is consistently good. Service is good and the family that owns it is Pleasant. read more

Decent pho place. We just came back from camping and decided to wait traffic out by grabbing dinner here. A hot bowl of pho hit the spot after two nights of camp food. Pho viet is located by the docks. Inside is pretty standard, maybe a little cleaner than most pho places. I ordered the pho dac biet. Broth was ok. Good amount of noodles and meat. read more

Pho Viet - Pho sac biet - Vietnamese Near Me - San Rafael, California

*The restaurant was hidden in between dealerships and docks* I wish I can give this place a better rating but I couldn't. Lets start with the good: The food was decent and so was the price. Coming from east bay and San Jose area, I have better options on the dishes. It wasn't terrible where I couldn't finish my food but they could do better especially the fresh rolls. The shrimps were tiny! What made the stars disappear was mainly the service. We had 4 people in the group and they asked if we had reservation? Um, why? The place wasn't packed and they were hesitate in seating us. After we sat, they gave us our water and menu. We all ordered noodle soups since it was really cold and we came back from the beach. The waiter/ress rarely came to check on us. When it was time to get the bill, our friend paid using American Express and honestly, I get it, not many places accept it. When he told our friend they don't accept it, he flipped the check tray to dump the card on the table rather than handing him the card. I thought that was pretty rude... It's ok, I will know not to come back because we felt we weren't welcomed. read more

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very good and very filling!! not sure if it was just cause my group was starving, but we loved the food here. we all ordered the small size pho but were still unable to finish them before leaving. veggie rolls also came out hot and were great. we had to confirm they were vegetarian with the waiter but they were all very nice and careful with this read more

If you want veggie broth Pho or Pho Chay, Pho Viet is the place. They have main seating area and then a step up private booth area seating. I ordered the 3 layer tofu wrap but it wasn't as flavorful as other fresh rolls I've tried at other Asian restaurants. The vegetables in the Pho were great: mushrooms, onions, carrots, etc. the broth was light yet good flavor. read more

Pho Viet - Pho Chay - Vietnamese Near Me - San Rafael, California

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Dreaming of pho from here as I write this. This is a true comfort food from a local authentic Vietnamese treature located in the North Bay of the San Fransisco Bay Area. The restarant is adjacent to the marina near the water in the Canals of San Rafael off of Hwy-101 next to the car dealerships and is a true gem not to be missed by Pho lovers and foodies alike. Service is good: Arrive, get greeted and promptly seated pretty much instantly, no wait. Flexible seating arrangements are availble for larger parties. The service begins with water out, and drink ordering, then food ordering. Very nice staff. A short time after ordering they bring out a plate of bean sprouts with basil and sliced lime come out to accompany each bowl of pho that was ordered. The drinks always come out as soon as possible and are very sweet and yummy. Not long after recieving the plate of bean sprouts and and basil, the piping hot bowls of pho arrive at the table. I like dressing my bowl with hot chili oil, siracha, hoi sin sauce, bean sprouts, fresh squeezed lime juice and basil. Pho Viet always delivers consistent service and delicous food. Enjoy with friends and family, or by yourself on your lunch break. Customer Service: Friendly, fast. Food: Hot and yummy. Prices: Fair price point, reasonable. Overall Impression: Best Pho around, always longing to come back here, it's addicting. read more

You're gonna have to look for this place, but once you've found it you'll be glad you did. It's down a long driveway, off East Francisco Blvd on the working side of town, at the back of a strip mall, by the pier. There is nothing fancy about Pho Viet; it's just a homey atmosphere. It really feels like being at friend's house. The pho is so very "home made" and the family run operation makes you feel, at once, like a special guest in a familiar place. This is the kind of place where it's ok to watch the TV and have a kitchen table meal. I like to go and watch a game, have a beer, some Vietnamese comfort foods and visit with friends. I love their deep fried egg rolls. I knew them as "Imperial Rolls" when I used to get them a lot at my favorite place in the Mission back when I was an urchin. They still warm me right up. I have yet to be able to finish all the pho, I almost always have to take some home, which makes for a second meal! We also had an eggplant dish, may have been a special, that was good. Try the Shrimp Cakes, they are crispy and delicious. This is not going to be the place I wanna go for my birthday; but for a run-of-the-mill rainy day when I just want a big bowl of heartwarming soup I'll head over to the other side of the highway to Pho Viet. read more

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Having recently moved from San Francisco I was worried that I'd never find a new pho spot but I was wrong. Pho Viet is a gem, hidden amongst the marina and a crossfit gym and curves. Takeout here is amazing Pros + Food is DELISH and fresh + Great options + Well priced read more

Pho Viet came to my rescue when I really needed it! We were in Larkspur for a wedding Friday night, woke up Saturday morning in extreme need of some wholesome pho broth and thankfully we found Pho Viet on Yelp. My husband drove me here, we were seated immediately, and I ordered myself a beautiful bowl of Pho Tai. The noodles were cooked perfectly, meat was fresh, and the broth was on point - flavorful and earthy, just like I like it. I always judge restaurant pho based on how thirsty I get afterwards (aka how much salt and MSG they use) and I was not parched at all after this meal. We came hungry/hungover and left very happy. Highly recommend if you're looking for a legit pho place in north bay. read more

I got #16 - thin slice steak pho noodle soup. Portion size is great, they give lots of the bean sprouts and sides. Good portion of steak, although they left the steak underneath the soup (usually it's on top and you dip it in to your liking until it is cooked). I was disappointed, as the steak was very tough as it was over cooked in the hot broth. Broth flavor has a lot of anise, not my favorite broth and personally wish it had less anise. I would say the broth is average flavor for me. Seems like a very popular place, usually has a good amount of people during lunch and dinner time read more

Pho Viet - 16. Large Thin Slice of Steak Soup - Vietnamese Near Me - San Rafael, California

I normally don't write reviews but decided too cause why not.. first things first. I was looking for a restaurant to just buy white rice and since they were the closest I drove to their restaurant. I get to the restaurant went straight to the cashier and it was a lady working the cashier looked young, black hair kind of short and wore glasses I asked her if I could buy rice and she asked me what size I wanted. I didn't know how big or small the sizes were so I asked her if I could see the containers of sizes they had and from there it went downhill... she threw a big attitude mugged me and looked annoyed that she had to get the to-go containers and show me lol... Now the second time I came in.. I sat down for lunch she was my waitress I respectfully greeted her and she didn't say anything back.. I ordered shrimp spring rolls and a bowl of pho said thank you didn't even asked if I wanted a drink and walked away after not asking if I wanted to drink something and even saying thank you .. she came back with the spring rolls and never came back to give me my bowl of pho.. I was literally waiting 15/20 mins for my bowl of pho. I had to flag down one of the guy waitresses and even then he noticed that I didn't have the rest of my order he then finally went and got my bowl of pho which is crazy cause it's like if your gonna throw a fit with customers don't even work cause that's bad for business read more

One of the best pho spots in the north bay. Would definitely recommend. Appetizers are affordable, entree prices are fair, and quality is solid. Can't wait to come back read more