PhoHolic is convenient for lunch at the plaza. There's dining in the back room or as shown in the photos with the partitions, but it's also easy to get the food to go. The food is prepared pretty quickly and individually wrapped. The meat can be cooked or raw. The flavors are good and the veggies are fresh. read more

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Just landed at SNA and needed a late-night spot, so I was thrilled to find out the best pho in OC is right in South Coast Plaza! We rushed over and were seated immediately around 8:30 PM. So happy they're open until 10 PM, those hours are a lifesaver for late arrivals! Pro tip: You have to ask for the fresh noodles! They are amazingly soft. The beef rib was hands-down my favorite part, it literally melted in my mouth. The restaurant is tucked inside the same area near Paradise Dynasty. The ambiance is cozy, and the young staff/servers were super sweet and attentive. My only critique is that they need to turn up the AC a bit, I was definitely sweating while eating my hot soup! Still a 5-star experience and I'll definitely be back. read more

PhoHolic - Fresh noodles #2 - Noodles Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

first time here! I'm coming back!! FOOD: ordered the #1 Pho Tai. very tasty pho. perfect amount of meat, soup, and noodles. I wanted to drink the entire bowl of the soup after but man that was so filling! comes in one size and it's HUGE. service: Very nice servers! ambiance: You can sit in the front where there's individual stalls OR there's a restaurant style seating in the back. lot of seating. this is down stairs in the mall food court read more

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I knew this place would be good since they only serve pho. The small bowl is huge, and they give lots of meat and noodles. The broth is hot and flavorful. They also give free iced or hot tea, however, the tea flavor is not strong, and there's no sweetness. Service was kind of slow, and they don't check in on you often to refill drinks or ask if you need anything. Food is 5/5 and service is more like a 3/5. Great place to get pho if you're already at South Coast Plaza. read more

PhoHolic - Noodles Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

The noodles were really overcooked. Lost all bounce. But broth was nice. Came straight here from SNA and crashed my brother's team lunch read more

PhoHolic - Steak and tripe - Noodles Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

PHOHOLIC @ COSTA MESA It was super private and really fast to get the food, they try their best to streamline the seating but it's difficult for them since there is limited seating. I wouldn't recommend this place for big groups--but this spot is great for 1-3 people. read more

PhoHolic - 3. Phở Tái, Bò Viên - Noodles Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Online it says they open at 8am, I got there at 8:52 am and they were not open. I wasted 8 miles just to show up and restaurant was not open. Very disappointing. They need to fix their hours. I believe I should receive a free meal for the gas. I spent this morning for them not to be open SMH read more

PhoHolic - Hours - Noodles Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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The best pho I ever had, period. I also like the single window stall for customers, you get to see what they do in the kitchen. They pulled the blinders down after your food is served though so you can enjoy your meal without the fear seeing the chef in front of you. I got the number two (10/10) - The meats are cooked completely in the hot broth after they served you. The broth is delicious and warm. The noodles are chewy and not over cooked. They give generous portion of beef btw I couldn't finish the whole bowl by myself. read more

PhoHolic - 2. Phở Tái, Chín - Noodles Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

The South Coast Plaza location is trendy with seating similar to a Japanese ramen bar in single stalls, but there is also a back area with typical tables/seating. We came to this location because of proximity to where we were but there are some evident differences from their other OC locations closer to Vietnamese town. 1. The herbs/veggies plate is significantly smaller portion size and that's probably to prevent extra waste. You can ask for another plate of veggies that doesn't cost extra, but you'll get all the fixings as the plates seem to be premade. 2. Condiments like hoisin and sriracha are also pre-portioned out too unlike some of the locations where it's self-serve, but can ask for more. 3. See photo from the pickles onions are not thinly cut and very little pickle, which indicated to me it needed to be in the brine for longer as it was bitter to eat. Condiments are clearly important to me lol but the Pho quality it still pretty similar to other locations. The broth is a little bit lighter in flavor but the noodles were consistent, the extra side of tendon was good (although this location needs better scissors). read more

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PhoHolic is my favorite place to eat pho. I love the #2 pho tai, chin. Unlike other places, the meat::noodle::broth ratio is perfect. There's just the right amount of everything. This place gets busy pretty quickly, but it is worth the wait. Once you're seated, you'll forget you were even waiting at all. They have tables and barstools that are separated for privacy. I really like both seating options because dining feels intimate either way. I love this place so much that I wish I could just gatekeep it, but I'll put you on. Check this place out! read more

PhoHolic - 2. Phở Tái, Chín - Noodles Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

First visit to this location. I ordered the #4 Pho Chin, and it was good overall. The broth was a bit different from what I'm used to--it had a noticeable cinnamon flavor that really stood out. Service was great, but they could improve on keeping water refilled. As for the ambiance, I didn't realize they had two separate sections: one with individual stall-style seating and another in the back that feels more like a traditional dine-in area. read more

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Still impressed by how quickly and efficiently the staff are able to move you in and out of the restaurant. PhoHolic near Bloomingdale's is a great spot if you're short on time and want a comforting bowl of pho. The broth was just as flavorful as I remembered but this time, the wide noodles were a bit softer than I like. Ambiance is casual and I saw that they added a call button for service, but the staff is usually so quick you likely won't need this. Thank you for a quick and yummy meal! read more

PhoHolic - 10. Phở Tái, Gần (Tendon) - Noodles Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Quite frankly, the pho here is so good that nothing else really matters. Parking is a pain, there's usually a wait, and the service is very "chop, chop," but it's all worth it the moment that bowl of pho arrives. Portions are generous, and everything tastes like it's healing your body and soul: the broth, the noodles, and the meat. Phoholic holds my #1 spot in OC (I sometimes daydream about it)... read more

PhoHolic - #11 and #14 - Noodles Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Though PhoHolic is tucked into the corner of a mall food hall, the food is pretty good! Portion sizes are decent but not overly large. The flavors are definitely on point. It can get fairly busy too, so that definitely says something about the food. They have the traditional "little window" style of service for the pho, so if you are eating by yourself you can enjoy a tiny bit of privacy while you eat. It's a nice change of pace from pretty much any other restaurant in the South Coast Plaza and wider area. Parking and access is super simple since its the mall. Whenever I'm in this area, PhoHolic is on my shortlist. Four stars read more

1. The pho was comforting and delicious! I really like options! 2. The spot has fun casual vibes! It is part of a food court! 3. The staff was friendly and timely with my order! Food was ready in less than 10 mins! 4. There are only indoor seatings! There are tables and counters! 5. Parking lot is huge! Very easy to find parking! Note: I did not check if this spot has their own restrooms, but there is a restroom area nearby! Photo: Water and Pho Tai read more

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Really hits the spot. Flat fresh noodles is what I prefer. I got the beef pho with extra beef. It was actually delicious. I recommend. I love how the package everything so neatly and provide you the perfect amount of sides. I think they had large portion size on this pho.. I usually never have leftovers but I did the other day. read more

Of all the local PhoHolic locations, this is my preferred one. It is located in Collage, the food dining hall at Bloomingdale's in SCP. They have individual seating or tables in the back. Sometimes I crave pho but not a whole bowl so we will split it and order extra noodles on the side. I noticed that as takeout, it's only $2 but when dining in, the charge is $3 because it comes with additional broth. Business hours here are 11 AM to 10 PM daily. read more

PhoHolic - Business Hours (April 2026) - Noodles Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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This phoholic is located in south coast plaza, in Bloomingdale's lol. It has a pretty quick turn over and I like that they encourage solo dining with the whole cubbie counter situation. The menu is very simple. They basically only have pho. There are different options for topping combinations. I like that I can get the combination I like--brisket or other flank style beef and beef tendon. I find that sometimes when I go out for pho, it's either brisket or a combination of everything including tripe and I don't particularly like tripe. I also like that they offer two sizes of noodles, thin and thick. The thin noodles are what I'm used to having at other pho restaurants. I liked trying the thicker noodles. They aren't as think as like chow fun, but it was different and I liked it. The soup broth was delicious. I don't think they have enough veggies for the ratio of meat/soup/noodles/veggies that I like, but that just means that they serve relatively large portions of noodles, soup and meat. We all left very full. I also ordered a fruit tea, the watermelon flavor. Even though it had little chunks of watermelon, they definitely added an artificial watermelon syrup that I wasn't a fan of. I think I'd skip the fruit tea next time and stick with the complimentary iced tea. The service was fast and decently friendly. Next time I want to get the pho with the big beef bone that I saw a lot of other people get. For $15-$17 per bowl I think this place is a steal. read more

First time visiting here at South Coast Plaza. Really love the concept of "single dining" in your little cubby. Service was FAST. Your order appears minutes after ordering. There's a little call button when you need assistance. Otherwise they leave you alone while you eat. Ordered #4 pho brisket. Some of the meat was a little tough and hard to bite. The broth was very good. Very flavorful and I chose the flat wide noodles and they were delicious. Huge bowl of broth to sip and it comes with extra onions, bean sprouts, mint, lime on the side. Will definitely come again. They are located on the lower level of Bloomingdale's. read more

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Love this pho place in South Coast! The quality is consistently delicious and the portions are generous. The broth is a little sweet for my taste but the joy of pho is seasoning it to taste, and they provide all the herbs and sauces to do just that. Service is friendly and efficient, and the setup is great. Tables for bigger parties, and I love the little dining cubbies for introverts or solo diners. My husband and I got seated at the counter and the staff removed the divider between us, which was cute. A great choice for a satisfying, comforting bowl of pho. read more

PhoHolic - Noodles Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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This is my first time trying PhoHolic and I was impressed. I got #13 and the broth was very flavorful. One concern was the noodle portion in my bowl. My sister got #13 as well, but I got a significantly smaller noodle portion. We both got thin noodles. I ended up asking the server about it and they gave me complimentary noodles on the side which was very nice. Another thing was I expected more oxtail, but I ended up getting only 1 and my sister got an even smaller one than mine. We also tried #15 and the broth had a slightly sweeter flavor profile but not too noticeable of a difference. They have all the garnishes on the side so you can dress the soup up yourself. The area is a bit small but they do provide tables for parties of ~5-6 people and also single stalls as well. It is also a bit stuffy and hot in the back. I'm interested to try the location at Garden Grove. read more

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I called in a phone order for pick up: 3 bowls of soup. I came home only to find only 2 soup containers. I am usually prudent about checking to-go orders before i leave but was in a rush. Nevertheless, the staff need to do a better job preparing orders. This is the second time within a month. I might not return again. read more

Pho Review I love the individual seats -- it totally reminds me of Japan! The pho was delicious, though I wish they gave a bit more noodles; the portion felt small for such a big bowl. I got the tendon bone (for that collagen boost, of course), and it did not disappoint. The broth was actually really good -- slightly on the sweeter side, which I liked. Best part? I didn't even need to add hoisin sauce! That's when you know the broth's solid. read more

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Why is my meat green? Please explain, aside from that service was cool and the other times I went the food was fine. Westminster definitely the best location though. read more

PhoHolic - Noodles Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

This place is so tasty and the vibes are pretty fun if you're a single party. Just seat yourself any of the booths and they'll bring menus to you, if those are full there's also a bunch of normal seating inside. Even though I can be an adventurous eater, I like to stick to my steak and brisket for pho but if you're looking for something fun or miss home they have other options too, the soup was a perfect savory and brothy blend, they give generous portions of sriracha, oyster sauce, mung beans, basil, and lime if you want to add those too. There are also options to get thin or large noodles, I much prefer the thin ones but it's nice to have the options! read more

PhoHolic - Number 2. Phở Tái, Chín - Noodles Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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I live in Irvine, so I was thrilled when they opened a location at South Coast Plaza--it's much more convenient than driving all the way to Westminster. I love the rich flavor of their broth and the generous portions of noodles. The service is fast and efficient, making the experience even better. The atmosphere is relaxed, and I especially appreciated the thoughtful touch of closing the blinds after serving our food, which gave us a little extra privacy while we enjoyed our meal. read more

PhoHolic - Two pho combinations with thin noodles. - Noodles Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

I ordered number 13, which has steak and oxtail. I really enjoyed both meats, which were flavorful and tender. The broth is flavorful, and the portions of meat are generous. I like that there are a lot of meat options too, and I plan on trying something else next time I come. I ordered something else last time I was here (I forgot which one), and I remember liking it, too. The service is fast, too. read more

PhoHolic - 13. Phở Tái, Đuôi Bò - Noodles Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

For taking yourself on a date. I came by myself after running errands at the mall and was seated right away at a little 2 person cubby. Oddly enough, I get why the Japanese tend to have a lot of these solo eater type restaurants. I ordered a pho with flank and tripe, but I noticed that I ended up with brisket and tripe which wasn't bad and the pho's are all the same price, so I ate it anyway. The broth was honestly really flavorful. Very surprising for a mall "food court" restaurant. if you're hungry at the mall and the wait at DTF is too long, this is something to consider for days when you don't wanna break the bank for good food. read more

PhoHolic - Pho Brisket & Tripe - Noodles Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Ugh is there anything better than pho after a long mall walk? We headed over here after working up an appetite for about an hour walking around South Coast. We were seated immediately and I love the little dividers here to make the meal a little more private. It's a unique setup for sure. There's also shades you can draw so you don't see into the kitchen area once they've given you your meal and a little call button to get their attention if you need anything else. I ordered the number 1 steak pho and an iced oolong tea (complimentary). They brought us our toppings immediately and our pho didn't take long at all, maybe 5 minutes max. We called them back a few times for water and tea refills and then the check and each time they were very efficient. I was worried it would be a little awkward but they were really speedy every time we "rang". The pho was soooo good. The broth was super flavorful and they definitely don't skimp on either the meal or the noodles here. We were stuffed by the time we left. And the iced oolong tea was the perfect pairing, so light and refreshing to balance the hot, rich broth. I will definitely be back! I think this is my new pho spot. read more

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I came here on a Sunday night and there was no line so we got seated quickly. I got the #3 with steak and meatballs and the broth was pretty flavorful. The meatballs are always a classic so you can't go wrong. I thought the steak was okay though, it was a bit chewy once it was submerged in the broth. I would come back here to try another item. Bonus points for the yummy sliced onions drenched in vinegar, really helps cut the fat. read more

PhoHolic - 3. Phở Tái, Bò Viên - Noodles Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

If you ask any Vietnamese person which restaurant makes the best pho, most would say it's between PhoHolic or Pho 79. My mom's personal favorite is PhoHolic, specifically the one in South Coast Plaza. It's a cute little place tucked in the corner with cute stalls for sitting or standard tables inside the little alcove. Don't come here and try to order anything else but Pho because they only have beef Pho. My personal favorite is the oxtail pho. The broth is clear and bursting with flavor. Service is friendly and fast. read more

PhoHolic - Oxtail Pho - Noodles Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

We stopped here because it was convenient while we were in Costa Mesa with our two young kids, but honestly we probably should have just driven to Westminster like we usually do. The food itself was good. Portions were generous, the bowls were large, and our server, Tiffany, was very kind. She made sure we got the complimentary kids' noodles, asked how we wanted them prepared, offered extras like pickled onions, and spoke Vietnamese with my parents, which they appreciated. My parents did mention their noodles weren't fully cooked. Unfortunately, the overall experience was disappointing. The bench seating had a visible layer of dust around the perimeter, enough that my son was wiping his fingers through it. We also had to ask several times for drink refills. The biggest issue came at the end. I ordered one side of meatballs for my kids, but it was forgotten. After I reminded them, two bowls came out. I immediately pointed out that I had only ordered one, and Tiffany told me she checked with the staff and it was okay. After paying, we realized we had been charged for both. Even after explaining that we only ordered one and offering to give back the extra meatballs, we were told they couldn't refund us because the transaction was already completed. It wasn't about the money, it was the principle. There was no manager available, and the host repeatedly asked me to explain the situation before reprimanding our server in front of us, which felt very unprofessional. The food was good and the location is convenient, but the way this situation was handled makes it unlikely that we'll be back. read more

Pho was good and solid. It's a place for a quick and easy meal. I had the Pho Tai, a steak pho and one of the popular dishes according to the server. The broth was very flavorful with the right amount of greens. The steak was very lean and that made the meat less tender. I would come back and will have a different option. read more

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Description: An additional location of the popular Vietnamese pho spot that is more accessible to those who live further away from the Westminster spot Location: Inside Bloomindale's Collage food area at South Coast Plaza, just downstairs from Paradise Dynasty Standout Dishes: Any of the phos, just pick the meats you like the most to have with it (I'm a fan of the brisket and tendon) Vibe: Counter-like seats or sit-down tables in the back for quick solo lunches or more casual meals with friends Service: Pretty fast and efficient, good if you're in a hurry Food Quality: Broth is clean, slightly on the lighter side, definitely not as heavy as some other popular pho spots Value: Considering it's Costa Mesa, I'm actually shocked the prices aren't higher. Great value Parking: South Coast Plaza lots are plentiful but can fill up fast. Best bet is to park near Bloomingdale's for closest access to Collage. read more

PhoHolic - Pho with brisket, flank, fatty flank, tendon, tripe pho - Noodles Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

This is a place in the mall, which should have been a clue. The person took our order and never checked back on us, we weren't given any napkins or silverware and I had to flag someone else down for water. At the end, she brought our check and asked how everything was, and I told her it wasn't great, the 2 eggs we added were raw, and she didn't even act like she heard me. The soup barely had any noodles, even my husband's which was ONLY noodle, and the steak in mine didn't taste good. It was disappointing to say the least. Do not recommend. read more

This was a 10 out of 10 first spot. The staff was really nice and attended to everything we needed and always checked in on us. The location itself is kind of small but I like it because it kind of feels like a cozy area. The pho was really good. I love the broth I got pho with no meat, but my friends did get brisket and other types of meat and they really enjoyed it honestly for eight dollar pho with no meat. That's a pretty good price especially in the OC + they have 2 different type of noddle options!!! So I would definitely recommend come trying this place especially if you go to uc irvine and you want a cheap meal but quality Food Right by the south Coast Plaza definitely will be coming again!! read more

PhoHolic - 1. Phở Tái - Noodles Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Super crowded when my friend and I went! There was a long waitlist, but we only had to wait 15ish minutes before we were seated. We had a baby with us, but they were very accommodating and asked if we needed anything. Everyone is quick and fast, so we got our bowls in about 10 minutes. The only complaint that I have is that their pickled onion or vinegar onions weren't good it's my favorite with Pho so when I ate it I wasn't expecting just raw onions with no vinegar taste. Besides that though it was crowded, loud, and warm inside, so be mindful when going with a group. read more

PhoHolic - 9. Phở Tái, Sách - Noodles Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

First Visit At This Location This AM. Party Of 3, Quickly Seated. As Soon As We Sat Down, We Were Served With A Small Plate of Fresh Basil, Tiny Wedges Of Lime & Sliced Jalapeños, A Small Plate Of Pickles Sliced Onions & A Small Plate Of Cooked Bean Sprouts. I Prefer Raw Bean Sprouts So I Asked For It Along With More Lime. They Don't Offer The Regular (Dry) Noodles, But Fresh Noodles (Small Or Flat). The Noodles Were Way Too Soft For My Taste!! I Prefer Noodles With A Bite. The Iced Vietnamese (Milk) Coffee Was Just OK. read more

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Came here on what seemed like a super busy night, so we were expecting a long wait, but they got us seated way faster than we thought. The service was honestly the highlight of our visit. Our server was so friendly, shout out to Katie. Very attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed even though the restaurant was packed. You could tell the staff was working hard, but they still made us feel taken care of. Great experience overall, and we'll definitely be coming back! read more

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A small pho place in the mall that serves somewhat a modern twist to pho. Broth was more on the sweeter side than what I usually like, oxtail was tender. Broth was served hot. Quick service but not bad for a small tiny space at the mall. Limited menu i believe rather than their other branches. read more

PhoHolic - Noodles Near Me - Costa Mesa, California