Northern Pho: It was okay. I still prefer their Pho with sliced ribeye. The noodles here were thicker and a bit undercooked for me, I'd want them softer. The broth was solid, but the beef could've used more flavor. 8/10 Grilled Pork Lemongrass Rice Platter: Tasted good overall, though I'm used to getting more pork at other spots. Still a decent plate. 8/10 Service: We got our food without issues, everything came out as ordered. 10/10 read more

Bloomingdale is a 40-minute drive for us. So we had to make the most of the trip and brought the whole family for an outing. We arrived around 11:30 am on a Saturday and there was no wait. We ordered and tried the following: 1) Shrimp egg rolls 2) Tofu banh bao 3) Small pho, beef broth, brisket, beef meatballs - We specifically order the pho for my girls and they both finished it without a single drop of broth left. 4) Small pho, vegan broth, tofu and mushrooms - Most Vietnamese restaurants do not have a vegan broth option. My mom is a vegetarian so this was definitely a surprise and ideal option! 5) Bun Dau Mam Tom - This can be a mess to wrap the fried tofu, steamed pork, rice noodles, and shrimp paste in lettuce. Everything went well together and the shrimp paste has a slight kick to it. 6) Soft shell crab fried rice - The soft shell crab is crunchy and came with a generous portion of fried rice. We had plenty of fried rice left. 7) Vietnamese iced coffee - My parents generally prefer the Vietnamese coffee hot however Pholicious only serves them cold. 8) Egg coffee - Rich and creamy! We did not try the banh mi but we did buy a bag of freshly baked baguettes to go. Each bag comes with three baguettes. If you buy one bag, it is $3. However, if you buy two bags, it is cheaper at $5. The baguettes held up really well for our home-made sandwiches. read more

Stopped by for a comforting pho meal and ended up trying a variety of dishes. The egg rolls were crispy and flavorful, the avocado spring roll was fresh and a nice lighter option. Both made for a great start to the meal. For mains, we had the chicken pho and a large traditional pho. The broth in both was rich, aromatic, and clearly well-simmered with the large portion being especially generous. The banh mi sandwiches were also a highlight, perfectly crisp bread with fresh well-seasoned fillings. We also tried the grilled pork Bánh Bao, which was soft and slightly sweet with savory filling, something a bit different and worth ordering. Overall, everything tasted fresh and satisfying with quick service and big portions. Perfect seasoning on some dishes, a great spot I'd happily return to. read more

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Great food great service and the happiest place loved the ambiance My son also had an avocado and mango smoothie read more

Pholicious - Rib eye spring roll - Vietnamese Near Me - Bloomingdale, Illinois

I was shocked at how fast the food was served. We ordered and our appetizers were served and right after that was the bowls. We order egg rolls and dumplings. We also ordered the Creme Brulee (this wasn't a good as I'd hoped). The pickled daikon was the star of the show. WOW that is good! Everything was delicious! And the staff was so very nice. Attentive and helpful! The ambiance is nice, laid back. Enjoyed the music that was being played. They have tables and chairs as well a booths for dining in. Very nice experience. read more

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I didn't realize this was very close to Fry N' Wings. The parking is huge because it's shared. This is by far the busiest Vietnamese restaurant that I've ever been to. I never had to wait so long to get a table. I'm hoping it's not like this all the time. We ordered shrimp egg rolls, garlic butter beef banh baos, two build your own pho's with ribeye and beef tripe, soft shell crab banh mi, egg coffee, and Thai tea. Service after we got sat down, was quick and attentive. We got our food fast and hot. Overall 4.5 but I'll round to a 5. I would say this and Pho Ha will be my go to places for overall Vietnamese food. I would love to return to try other items on the menu. I felt that the prices were competitive with other Vietnamese places. If you thought this was expensive, then maybe American fast food will be up your alley? -shrimp egg rolls 5 - these were good. It comes with three. I like that they added some veggies to go with it, kind of even out the fried food. Crispy outside and moist inside. -garlic butter beef banh baos 4.5 - the beef was tender and juicy. I took off half because I would have liked more sauce throughout so that it's not dry when you take that first bite. The baos were soft and firm. -pho with ribeye and beef tripe 5 - I appreciate the generous amount of meat for a small bowl. There could have been more noodles, but I guess if you got a bigger size they would add more. The noodles had a chewier texture. The broth was light and savory. -soft shell crab banh mi 5 - I was surprised to see a good size banh mi with a huge portion of soft shell crab. I like that the bread is crunchy. It does have a bit of a kick due to the jalapeños but it adds more flavor. read more

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What a cute little place with a great upbeat playlist. Friendly staff and I just want to add, I love their T-Shirts. Would love to buy one if they were for sale lol Came here around 3:30 pm on a Thursday. Didn't really get busy until a little after 4pm. The small pho size was the perfect size for me. I couldn't even imagine what the big size would have looked like lol. I chose the brisket and beef meatballs. The broth was so delicious, I honestly didn't need to add any of the sauces. I just added lime and bean sprouts to it, for that refreshing crunch. The brisket was tender and thinly sliced. The avocado boba is the best I've had! I have tried a lot of avocado smoothies from any place that has it on their menu. Not a lot of places offer it either. And if they do, they add way too much sweetened condensed milk. I also like that their boba is soft and if my taste buds are correct, it's taste like it's coated in brown sugar. Only thing I would say is the drink is served warmer than what I'm used to. I do prefer my drinks cold. As for the banh mi sandwiches. I've tried the pork and steak. Personally, I wouldnt re purchase the pork because it wasn't as juicy as the steak. The steak also had more flavor. But besides that, I enjoyed the crispy bread, fresh ingredients and they were not stingy on the meat. Highly recommend this place. I would add it into my rotation whenever I'm craving Vietnamese food. But it will definitely be my new go to spot to pick up my favorite avocado smoothie read more

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My first time ever trying pho and I didn't know what to expect. From the outside, it doesn't seem like much, but when you walk in it's a cute, nicely decorated space with plenty of room and a boba bar in the back. We ordered an appetizer, two pho bowls, and a Thai tea. The pork bao buns were delicious -- the pork was flavorful and tender. The Thai tea had a great balance of tea and milk, and the flavor was really good. We tried one beef broth pho and one vegan broth. Adding a little of the sauces on the side definitely helped enhance the flavor. The chicken in my bowl was okay, just a bit dry, but the carrots and noodles were good. Service was good. I actually liked that you can eat and talk without staff constantly coming up to the table. Overall, a solid first pho experience and I'd come back to try more. read more

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Bloomingdale is a 40-minute drive for us. So we had to make the most of the trip and brought the whole family for an outing. We arrived around 11:30 am on a Saturday and there was no wait. We ordered and tried the following: 1) Shrimp egg rolls 2) Tofu banh bao 3) Small pho, beef broth, brisket, beef meatballs - We specifically order the pho for my girls and they both finished it without a single drop of broth left. 4) Small pho, vegan broth, tofu and mushrooms - Most Vietnamese restaurants do not have a vegan broth option. My mom is a vegetarian so this was definitely a surprise and ideal option! 5) Bun Dau Mam Tom - This can be a mess to wrap the fried tofu, steamed pork, rice noodles, and shrimp paste in lettuce. Everything went well together and the shrimp paste has a slight kick to it. 6) Soft shell crab fried rice - The soft shell crab is crunchy and came with a generous portion of fried rice. We had plenty of fried rice left. 7) Vietnamese iced coffee - My parents generally prefer the Vietnamese coffee hot however Pholicious only serves them cold. 8) Egg coffee - Rich and creamy! We did not try the banh mi but we did buy a bag of freshly baked baguettes to go. Each bag comes with three baguettes. If you buy one bag, it is $3. However, if you buy two bags, it is cheaper at $5. The baguettes held up really well for our home-made sandwiches. read more

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Northern Pho: It was okay. I still prefer their Pho with sliced ribeye. The noodles here were thicker and a bit undercooked for me, I'd want them softer. The broth was solid, but the beef could've used more flavor. 8/10 Grilled Pork Lemongrass Rice Platter: Tasted good overall, though I'm used to getting more pork at other spots. Still a decent plate. 8/10 Service: We got our food without issues, everything came out as ordered. 10/10 read more

Pholicious - Northern Pho / Pho Bac - Vietnamese Near Me - Bloomingdale, Illinois

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We tried Pholicious and had a great experience. There's plenty of parking, lots of seating inside, and the décor is clean and inviting. We went on a Saturday at noon and had no wait, which was a nice surprise. We ordered the pho, bún bò Huế, and the grilled pork rice dish. The food came out quickly, fresh, and piping hot. Everything was delicious, and the staff was friendly and attentive. I'm definitely looking forward to going back to try some of their drinks and explore more of the Vietnamese dishes on the menu. read more

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Went to a Yelp night and had wonderful food and service. I'd definitely drive here again! Even the leftovers were delicious. read more

It's been a minutes since I've been here but it looks like they've changed their menu quite a bit. Their menu isn't extensive but still have a good number of dishes to choose from. I had the Grilled Pork & Egg Rice Platter/Cơm Thịt Nướng & Trứng. I loved it, very flavorful. It came with veggies and a bowl of soup! My wife had the pho with meatballs and she loved it as well. We also had the pork buns and garlic beef banh mi. Both were exceptionally good! Didn't get to try their dessert and milk tea but next time for sure, we'll be back. read more

Delicious and fresh food at a reasonable price point ! Will come back again if in the area ! read more

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Really liked their banh mi, tofu was super soft and warm when served and they don't overwhelm you with sauces. The pickled vegetables were just the right amount of sweet and sour. Cilantro was very fresh also. I saw that they had salted coffee and had to get one. It's really good, in my opinion. So bitter, savory, creamy and thick. A bit too powerful after a few sips but after the ice melts, it's just right! I also loved that their lunch special iced tea is actually jasmine tea and not some cheap Lipton tea. Will definitely come back to get other stuff! read more

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Wow, everything went super super well. For starters ...from the greeting as you enter there was no wait time. We were seated immediately and the food was absolutely delicious. I enjoyed the chicken pho, also the appetizer was just very tasty. I also for a drink tried a mango pineapple smoothie and it tasted just pleasantly and surprisingly heavenly. The manager, Seth was very helpful very accommodating and just made the experience so so so wonderful. Only if I lived closer to the place, I would be there every day to enjoy dinner. Everything was so great. It was spacious enough to entertain sit down fora family. I also loved the decor. Service was quick and friendly. Service portions were okay just enough. It was a soothing atmosphere. Very nice. was so it was a very pleasant evening. Highly recommend. One of the most beautiful, pleasant, and fulfilling dining experience! read more

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Oh my goodness. If I lived in the west suburbs I would be coming here every single day. This is even better than past reviews. I ordered the garlic steak banh mi, and even though I had high expectations based on the previous reviews, this sandwich met and exceeded those expectations. I ordered take out as this restaurant was fully packed in a Sunday. The vibe and decor was great inside . The music had almost a Miami vibe going. That was nice Service was fast and I was in and out in under ten minutes I can't wait to get out from the city to the suburbs again to try other items in the menu!! read more

Pholicious - B5 Garlic steak banh mi - Vietnamese Near Me - Bloomingdale, Illinois

Absolutely love the Pho this place serves. Amazing broth, generous amount of toppings and always piping hot and full of flavor. The lunch special is amazing for an afternoon snack as well! read more

I love their $6 banh mi special on Wednesdays. We always order the steak banh mi. I've had their phö before & it's very good but not my favorite. If you're feeling fancy, they offer a pricier short rib option for both, banh mi & phö. Pro tip: Call the restaurant directly instead of online ordering as the various services do charge a few bucks extra. Had to give only 4 stars cuz they charged me $1 for a very small side of chili oil, when for that size it should've been free with my order. Definitely recommend this place if you're in the area! read more

Pholicious - Short Rib banh mi $17 - Vietnamese Near Me - Bloomingdale, Illinois

Amazing food, great service, clean restaurant and bathrooms! My go to order is the vegan pho (which is the best vegetarian one i've tried) or the tofu rice platter. The drinks and bao buns are also great. My family and I keep coming back, highly recommend you try it! The place is a bit small inside so it is a bit difficult for people in wheelchairs to get through, but they are super accommodating and do everything they can to make room for you if needed! read more

Wife and child are frequently bi-monthly visitors. They love their local Asian soup dishes.

I finally made it in to Pholicious, after a friend recommended I try the Banh Mi. I came in the week of Easter and I am still not eating meat, but I love that there are plenty of vegetarian and pescatarian options to try. The tofu bao bun appetizer was delicious with a nice sweet salty taste. Also ordered a shrimp spring roll and the accompanying peanut sauce is thick and full of flavor. The highlight of the meal was the fried egg Banh Mi. The veggies and fresh cilantro compliment the egg and the soft but crisp bread. I ordered a peach tea and it had a lot of fresh peach in it. So much, that it came up through the straw with every sip. A solid first visit. I'll be back after Easter, on a Wednesday, to try the pork belly Banh Mi - $6 sandwiches on Wednesdays! Service was a little slow, but I didn't mind at all as I was busy catching up with a friend I haven't seen in awhile. There are very friendly servers working here, who encouraged us to come back. And that, we will do! read more

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Food is okay, not spectacular. 3 star is being generous. There is a cash price and credit card price. The restaurant also added pelligrino water for $4 even though we never asked for it. I think it's just tap water. Boba drinks were near $10 each and too much sugar. I wonder about the influencer reviews. Must be paid advertisement. Dinner for 4 is close to $200. I think the food is worth $100 tops. Must inflated prices to pay for influencer reviews read more

Pros: Food was great tasting. Service was nice. Ambiance was cute but cold during the winter. Had to keep my coat on. Cons: Price is a little high end. Spent almost $70+ for 2 kids meal and an adult meal with drinks. We would've skipped the drinks if the water didn't taste so bad. Maybe use filtered water at least. For the price of the food. read more

Great place for pho. Inside was clean and cozy. Quick and responsive servers. Food was fresh and tasted A1 read more

Pholicious - Taro Boba - Vietnamese Near Me - Bloomingdale, Illinois

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Finally got to try Pholicious after I had been craving bahn mi! We started with an order of shrimp spring rolls which were super fresh. We also tried a special of the golden shrimp which was a fried shrimp and also really good! I got the tofu bahn mi which absolutely hit. The bread is super soft (and they sell it to go!), pickled veggies had a nice crunch and the tofu had good flavor! Service was solid. I will definitely come back when I need a quick sandwich fix! read more

Pholicious - R2. Spring Rolls Tom/Shrimp - Vietnamese Near Me - Bloomingdale, Illinois

This pho restaurant gave me a very comfortable dining experience. The broth was fragrant and had a depth that felt carefully developed. I appreciated that it wasn't too salty or oily. The beef slices were tender and easy to chew. The noodles were smooth and didn't become soggy. Fresh herbs added a refreshing contrast to the warm soup. The portion size was generous and satisfying. The restaurant environment was clean and inviting. Staff members were attentive and professional. My order arrived quickly even though the restaurant was busy. The broth stayed warm throughout the entire meal. Each bite tasted consistent and balanced. Nothing felt overpowering or artificial. I enjoyed the calm atmosphere while eating. The meal felt nourishing and relaxing. This is the type of pho I look for when I want something comforting. I would recommend this place to others. read more

We ordered to go. We have dined in before to eat pho. This is my go to pho spot! It is so close to where I live so I come here often. Banh mi's are great. They have many types on banh mi. I have friends from Elgin that drive all the way here just for the pho and banh mi. So if you live far, I'd say it's worth the drive! Everything is cooked perfectly, flavors are on point. I love it here! read more

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Great spot! Authentic Vietnamese with really great options for banh mi sandwiches, pho, fried rice, and spring rolls. Small casual eatery, service is pretty fast too. Price is a bit higher than other restaurants but the food and portions are good. 4 adults and 2 kids - $135 pre-tax 4 apps, 4 entrees, 2 kids meals, 4 specialty drinks (boba etc) read more

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Sooooo good!!!!!! The beef pho is flavorful, hot, and tasty. The Lime Soda and I added lychee was so refreshing. Will definitely come back! read more

Absolutely my new spot for pho. The food is SO good. I mean so, so, so good. We ordered the spring rolls, the soft shell banhmi and the beef short rib pho. All of it - super yummy. The spring rolls come with a peanut sauce. But this peanut sauce has an extra spice that you mix together... #nextlevel The service is so attentive and kind and just amazing. Good food is great but when provided with sweet service, can you get any better? No. The answer is no. And I love the small details. The bowl the pho was served in was glass but also the soup spoon. It's just an extra something that gives me a fancy feeling. And I love to feel fancy. This place is clean as is the bathroom. Bonus. As I was leaving, I mentioned to some sitting up front how I just love their establishment and how great everything was. They gave me a set of three freshly made bread complimentary. I cannot wait to make sandwiches with this. Cuz I mean. EVERYTHING. It's just so good. I come from Indiana so it is a bit of a drive but I cannot wait to go back. I will be back soon. Cuz I love pho. And like I said. It's my new spot for pho. They have a lot for parking. read more

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Pholicious is on the name itself. Self explanatory. Food, service, atmosphere and great greetings 10/10. Unfortunately I didn't get the before picture due to starvation and quick service. read more

Pholicious - Chicken pho bowl, white rice side and mango & pineapple smoothie. - Vietnamese Near Me - Bloomingdale, Illinois

This Vietnamese restaurant is filled with flavors. They has a variety to choose on the menu from boba, banh mi, Vietnamese noodles, and rice dishes. I really enjoyed their grilled pork sandwich and their spring rolls which were so fresh. The Pho was so hot and pairs nice after a long night. The spicy noodles or bun Bo hue was so flavorful with so many herbs and spices. If you enjoy some Vietnamese food you will find authentic Vietnamese foods here at Pholicious. Also the service was great. read more

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Great food. The pho was delicious and hearty definitely cured my hangover, The good ambiance good pricing also was an added bonus read more

Dropping temperatures makes for the perfect time to go enjoy a piping hot bowl of Vietnamese noodle soup. We came in around 7:30PM and the server was able to quickly seat us and take our orders. I ordered a pho short rib which came with a giant rib. My mom ordered the Bun Bo Hue which was flavorful and spicy. Both noodles also came with a plate of herbs and aromatics. There was a TV screen that showed various banh mi sandwiches that the restaurant offers so we'll definitely be back to try those another day. Before leaving I placed an order for a Sinh To Bo aka avocado smoothie to enjoy for the car ride home. read more

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The pho here is quite tasty. I really like that you can choose your spice level. The broth was perfectly seasoned with plenty of fresh veggies and herbs. I ordered takeout which was quick, easy and convenient. The restaurant is really cute too. Anytime I find delicious gluten free food I always return. I'll be back this fall. read more

Pholicious serves up hot, piping Vietnamese noodle soup in the Western Chicago suburbs, with a lot of fame from reviews in the Chicago Tribune and other local media. Only had time for carry-out, but will be back for dine-in at the next opportunity. Most members of the family are not fans of Vietamese cuisine, so it was convenient that Pholicious was in the same strip mall as the Asian chicken wing place that we were getting carryout for a shared lunch. When I peaked inside a little after 1, there were people waiting for a table, causing the front of store to be crowded (since others were waiting for pick-up or in-line to place an order). It smelled really good inside, so decided to wait in line. I was able to place my order (Large special Pho for $16.50), and pay. It took a bit for the order to be ready (more than 10 minutes), but they knew I had been waiting and gave it to me by recognition...it had been packed with care, which is really a good sign. There was a snafu in the other restaurant, so it was over an hour before I was able to get home. First, the one serving of Pho was wrapped for carry-out just beautifully. They give you a very big plastic container (the size of what a large soup would be from a Chinese restaurant) full of beef bone broth. It was very oily and wasn't flavored very much. The thin rice noodles were put in a large soup bowl, then wrapped in plastic wrap, then the meats (tripe, ribeye slices, brisket, beef balls) were placed on top to separate it from the noodles, with the whole thing sealed with a lid. The thai basil, fresh bean sprouts, and jalapenos were in a separate ziploc bag. Finally another bag contained the sauces, including a small portion of chili sauce. None of the portions would be considered generous, but the presentation was excellent. The pho itself was OK, but it does want me to come back to try their other dishes. Next time. read more

Pholicious - Individually wrapped - Vietnamese Near Me - Bloomingdale, Illinois

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Tried this place for the very first time! I ordered vermicelli noodles with grilled beef and eggrolls. Since I'm in a low carb diet that time, I asked if it's ok to replaced the noodles with vegetables and I didn't expect that much vegetables so 101% good job guys! Eggrolls were soooo good!!! The beef is very tender and it has full of flavor sweet, tangy... I couldn't even explain! My only mistake is that I wasn't able to take a picture as I dig in to it right away! Their staff is really friendly and even knows everything on the menu that they can recommend if you're in a "diet" the ambiance is cozy and that gives it a totally wonderful experience. read more

Craving pho!!? Definitely the place to try! They have different bowl sizes if you're not feeling up to a big bowl. You can also customize what you would like in it. The banh mi bread was delish! The Vietnamese coffee, you can't go wrong! Service was great! Definitely worth it! read more

I was going to order from Tasty House 1, but they are closed on Tues, so I called in my order for lunch here. They quoted 15-20 min but got my order closer to 30 min. Taro boba $6 - They didn't have tapioca, which I didn't mind. The drink is an iced drink with good taro flavor. Shrimp spring rolls $7 - 2 rolls per order, fresh ingredients, come with a gallon of peanut sauce (ok, not quite, but more than enough). Grilled pork banh mi $9 - I like the spiciness of the jalapenos, the bread was a bit tough to chew. I've also tried other dishes from here, the bao, pho, and chicken. They were ok. .|\---/| | o_o | .\_^_/..2023 read more

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