Simply Pho

4.4 (996 reviews)

ModerateNoodles, Vietnamese, Seafood

Closed • 10:00 am - 10:00 pm

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Samuel P.

Good oxtail pho my favorite with a banana boba on the side. The chili oil is always on point. Service is quick and fast. Good energy all around many kinds of people come and go

Annie L.

Service a great and fast when it comes to ordering pho. Plenty of seats and gets busy at lunch time, but not overly crowded. Portions are very big and very filling. Pho broth has good flavor but luke warm, and tons of meats from steak, meatballs, tendons and green onions. 4/5 Enjoyed the Thai iced tea but wasn't as sweet. 3/5 Mung Bean for Dessert is my favorite part after our meal, compliments from the restaurant. Love the taste of this mung bean dessert. 5/5

Krystina W.

My go to work stop for pho, vermicelli, and lemongrass chicken. It's one of those consistent places where you always get the same quality and portions. Their pho is BIG! Bigger than most places I think. The lemongrass chicken (sub white rice for red rice) is always good, and vermicelli is always a good option if you want something just heavy enough but slightly refreshing. Nothing extravagant but always what you expect. Their tap water is also not great so hydrate well beforehand. It gets busy during rush hour lunch so just plan accordingly.

Josh M.

Simply pho not leading us down with world cup broadcast. Amazing food like always. Gooooooal!

Michael S.

We've long visited the same Vietnamese restaurant in Tustin, even after multiple change of owners, a drop in quality, and steadily rising prices. Sadly, my kids are stubborn and resistant to try a new place! That's why I lied and drove them to Simply Pho. Yes, the howled and moaned the whole ride. Onto the actual review... The interior is very modern and slick and the staff were friendly and helpful. The shrimp spring rolls were fantastic (especially the peanut sauce!). I had bun with pork/shrimp/eggroll. I'm not a huge fan of shell-on shrimp, but I lived. Everything was very tasty and high quality and I thought the value was much better than our usual haunt. My kids enjoyed their beef pho and chicken with rice. We loved it enough that I hope to come back soon!

Rick S.

The food here is good. The prices are okay, average for the Y2KXXV (2025-present day) era where so many of us have to acknowledge the quarter century gone by since the year 2000 with inflation and cost of living adjustments. The one thing I think could be improved to their Vietnamese cuisine peer restaurants is slightly larger portions, simply "more noodles" a low overhead cost would probably make this place busier and with insignificant profit loss but overall higher revenue gain. The Garlic Noodles are perfect, not overwhelming nor overpowering. Easy parking.

Serena W.

I like this pho place. Pho oxtail and pho rib bone are soooo good. I also like the Thai tea.

Kristie G.

We ordered the Grilled Pork Spring Rolls to start. Amazing!!! For dinner, I ordered Grilled Chicken over vermicelli and my boyfriend ordered Pho Fish Fillet. Mine was so good, fresh and flavorful. My boyfriend really enjoyed his. He said it hit the spot! The servers were nice but didn't come around very often to check in. It was so good, I forgot to take a picture. This was the aftermath.

Alejandra C.

Amazing service, food delicious. Ambiance was clean and friendly. I enjoyed it for my lunch break

Yummy beef pho. I love pho and my favorite restaurant is a good drive from my house and this place is much closer so i decided to give it a try. The broth is delicious and they were quick. We were seated instantly and the server was nice. Yummy

Seafood pho, shrimp spring rolls, beef vermicelli bowl and fried tofu.

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Emma P.

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2 years ago

Didn't know what to eat on a Sunday evening. Wanted to buy something to eat for dinner, but wanted to keep it somewhat healthy. I never came here although its near home, so I figured a vietnamese restaurant should have something a pescetarian would be able to eat. They were pretty busy during dinnertime, but the food togo didn't take so long. After chatting with one of the cashiers for recommendations, I went with the shaken fish with rice and salad and got a free soda using the yelp check in. The workers are nice here. Meal came out to about $16 and portion and taste was decent. I ate all the sides and had 3 pieces of fish left so I'll be saving that for a snack tomorrow or something. I would recommend the restaurant include some type of sauce for the fish. I did eat it with soy sauce and I think it made me better, but a sweet chili sauce would also pair well. I might be back to try their vegetarian options. read more

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Anna H.

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Solely based on our recent take out order, we won't be returning. Located right on Main Street, the strip mall has plenty of parking and was relatively the closest option for us! We called in to place our order. Two Pho Dac Biets and an order of Cha Gio. Went in paid and left. As soon as I got into the car, I knew the broth wasn't what I ordered. They gave us chicken pho instead. Going back in, the waitstaff was adamant that i ordered chicken and made a fuss that I'd have to pay extra for what I actually wanted. Finally getting my "premium" bowls in my bag, they handed it over and waved me off. Only for me to clarify that they had left the eggrolls in the other bag. For a stanard, take out order to come out. This complicated is beyond me. Now, for the food, $16 a bowl comes with a very generous portion. Good ratio between noodles and meat. Broth was okay. There is nothing to be mad about but also nothing mind-blowing. Cha Gio and nuoc mam lacked flavor. Dont recommend. read more

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James T.

2 months ago

Amazing atmosphere and great food. People are friendly and very quick service. The broth is to do for!

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Danielle H.

2 months ago

We love this place!! Big portions great service and a complimentary tapioca dessert to tie it all together!!

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Bryan E.

2 months ago

This place is always amazing, hands down best pho spot in so cal. Definitely recommend

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Angie C.

9 months ago

Pho? GOOD Vermicelli? GOOD spring rolls?? GOODDD The best pho in dis hood. Come here for homey vibes read more

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Jose H.

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Friendly staff. Typical nondescript Asian eatery. Food is average. If you're around and craving pho, this place is the closest and might work for you. read more

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Jesus J.

11 months ago

Food service is great! Ambiance is nice and people are attentive! Vermicelli is great too! read more

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Lynn W.

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Pho was excellent. Regular size is good enough. I made the mistake of adding $1 for XL. It's was mega! Nevertheless, it was delicious! Service was excellent. Decor is cozy, modern, clean. They even served dessert! Go give them a try! read more

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Stella Y.

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Was surprised by their huge portions. Everything was good They were very attentive, we had 3 young children with us and they constantly gave us extra bowls and scissors to help cut the food read more

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Lupita E.

5 months ago

Wow came here for opening time! My sister was looking forward and you guys weren't even open. Hours of operation say 10qm and not even open.

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Rosa M.

2 months ago

Simply Pho is the best Pho!! The staff is super friendly. The restaurant has a happy ambiance and is very clean! My go to is the chicken pho! It's very delicious and I highly recommend you stop by! read more

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Anthony G.

6 months ago

Great food, excellent service! Highly recommend. Their beef brisket it the best! New spot I found.

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Janet C.

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1 year ago

I absolutely LOVE this place. I've had them twice this week and the pho is so good and then I went and tried the garlic noodles. I was speechless. The meat was tender and had plenty. It's not busy during the week so I had a booth to myself and they make me feel so comfortable and it's a very clean establishment. The staff here is always so friendly and kind. A bonus was the yummy tapioca pudding that they offer free of charge after the meal. read more

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Seth D.

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10 months ago

This place is always great! Food is amazing. Service is amazing. Delicious and consistent. read more

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Amber L.

6 months ago

Super tasty and quick service! Was across the st at the hospital and stumbled upon a hidden gem

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Marie S.

10 months ago

My go to pho place!! The staff is always so nice and giving us complimentary items. I love the broth and love the fact that to size up the bowl, it's only $1. read more

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Michael F.

3 months ago

The pho is so good here and the customer service is excellent. I had the garlic noodles this time and they were amazing !

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Ngan T.

2 months ago

I like to order Pho at here , the taste is very tasty and good service. Good environment, clean. Absolutely I will come back here many times . read more

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Anthony G.

1 year ago

This place is top notch . I would definetly recommend to all ethnic people of the world if you like good food. Service is great. Very clean and organized. read more

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Alex N.

6 months ago

RACIST AND DISCRIMINATORY! I went there with two other people and waited over 30 minutes for their two orders meanwhile other people came in after and got their food before us. I asked them when they were going to bring out my food and they laugh in my face saying maybe 15 more minutes. While new tables are receiving the EXACT same order I got. They ended up never bringing me my food and they didn't even apologize. (I'm black and everyone else was asian) . It was very disheartening and I never even had a chance to try the food even after being there for over an hour at this point. 0/10 read more

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Dorothy A.

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1 year ago

First time here, and it was a decent pho place. Ordered the: [ Rare steak pho (3/5) Broth was good, not the best not the worst. Only thing is, I wish the meat was thinner. [ Shrimp Spring Rolls (4/5) It's a decent spring roll, love the crispy onion for crunch. But there was something it lacked. [ Thai Ice Tea (3/5) An average thai tea, except just a tad but watered down. I did appreciate the cleanliness of the place, however their service is pretty bad. They were VERY nice, one of the ladies even offered me free dessert.... but they take forever to serve you. I'm actually currently waiting for them to take my card. It's been...10 mins? Lol. Oh there's only 2 other people here btw, not just at all. But i'd come back again, their place is decent but average :) read more

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Lidia H.

9 months ago

This place is really good. I've had their pho / broth is delicious. Food is great! & flavorful

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james B.

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The rice plates here are really tasty and the price is pretty good for the quality & amount of food you get. Try the grilled pork rice plate with shrimp & egg roll. read more

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Fanny A.

11 months ago

tim , uyen , huy , very good place and good vibes :) love their spring rolls a and thai tea read more

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Jimmy T.

3 months ago

Service was friendly and the fried rice (combination) was great. I also love the crispy egg noodles.

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Rheana H.

3 months ago

Delicious! The best garlic and steak noodles AND PHO. We come here all the time, good service.

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Joshua G.

11 months ago

Was given soiled beef for my beef pho. Carry out. Went back and manager said "there's no smell, it's fine, just oxygenation making it brown." But had a smell. After driving all the way back, the manager said he expected it to be worse (so I'm sure this happens often and it's normally worse). Only accommodation was giving me new meat. After I got home, it was also spoiled. All of their beef is in a big bucket already sliced. It stays like that for weeks. Was only able to tell it was bad meat because it was not in my soup. I feel sorry for dine in guest. Hope the health inspectors come randomly. read more

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Crystal R.

8 months ago

I love coming here. There is a short wait and the staff is very friendly. Additionally, the food is delicious and parking is easy.

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John L.

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Last minute stop off the freeway. Right across from CHOC. Pleasantly surprised. The pho was good. Service was quick. Plenty of seating. The springs rolls were just ok. Currently you get free drink with order of an entree. read more

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Tsuna Y.

6 months ago

I visited Simply Pho at Orange location for the first time on Friday (January 2). The food was so delicious and the restaurant was very clean. On top of that, the female server, with a short hair and wearing glasses, delivered an exceptional service. She is friendly and patient ( I asked for condiments a few times lol). I really enjoyed having conversation with her. Definitely come to visit again. read more

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Time M.

4 months ago

Wonderful staff! The food was delicious and great to dine in or takeout! Would be back again soon to try their other dishes!

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Justin J.

3 months ago

Great service and ambiance. Perfect for a quick lunch break with delicious food after a long day of work

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Manny N.

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7 months ago

Amazing food and ambiance. Will definitely come back during my dinner dates. Recommend it!

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Nathen H.

3 months ago

Very good food and great customer service! I enjoyed the pho it's the best! I will be returning for more!

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Erika R.

1 year ago

The portion is way too small for the price of $11. And on top we didn't get the tapioca that dine in gets read more

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Emily L.

8 months ago

This is my favorite place to go to!! Pho is so good and service is great. I highly recommend.

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Adrian J.

4 months ago

So so yummy, yum yum I love yummy pho the food is so so good and it makes my tummy feel so warm and happy!

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Yahel S.

6 months ago

We we looking for good pho and Loved the food! Place is nice and relaxing atmosphere. We will be back again! read more

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Maddie R.

1 year ago

Simply pho has been a favorite for a couple years now. Was a staple for me back in 2019/2020. Having to move out of state a couple years ago made coming back to eat here with good company definitely worth the stop. Greeted by friendly staff and food as always delicious. Pricing is not expensive. The feel of the restaurant itself is welcoming beautiful lighting and plenty of options to order! Will always return to Simply Pho for my fix! read more

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424 S Main St
Orange, CA 92868
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(714) 912-4020
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https://www.simplyphonoodles.com

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Hours

What time does Simply Pho open?

Simply Pho opens at 10:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday, Friday and Saturday.

What time does Simply Pho close?

Simply Pho closes at 9:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday.Simply Pho closes at 10:00 PM on Friday and Saturday.

Mon-Thu, Sun 10:00 AM - 9:00 PMFri-Sat 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Simply Pho take Bitcoin?

No, Simply Pho does not take Bitcoin.

Does Simply Pho take credit cards?

Yes, Simply Pho takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Simply Pho have catering options?

Yes, Simply Pho does have catering options.

Does Simply Pho have a drive thru?

No, Simply Pho does not have a drive thru.

Does Simply Pho serve alcohol?

No, Simply Pho does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Simply Pho allow dogs?

No, Simply Pho does not allow dogs.

Does Simply Pho have TVs?

Yes, Simply Pho has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Simply Pho have bike parking?

Yes, Simply Pho has bike parking.

Does Simply Pho have outdoor seating?

No, Simply Pho does not have outdoor seating options.

Does Simply Pho have parking?

Yes, Simply Pho has parking options.

Other Amenities

Is Simply Pho wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Simply Pho is wheelchair accessible.

Does Simply Pho have free WiFi?

Yes, Simply Pho has free WiFi.

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Specialties

Simply Pho Noodles is about more than simply serving delicious, flavorful, and traditional Vietnamese dishes. It begins with our mission to always welcome our guests with sincere and excellent service.

History

Established in 1999.

Opened in late 1999 as Pho 2000 Restaurant with locations across Korea Town - Los Angeles, Cerritos, and Garden Grove. After the 2007-2008 economic/market conditions, we reorganized and rebranded to Simply Pho Noodle House.

Meet the Manager: Tim D.

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Food was amazing, first time going and server Jonathan had great insight on the food. Would…read moredefinitely go back again. Thank you Jonathan.

Just another day to go to dinner and decided kings was the spot . As always get there greeted…read moresmiles seated happy hostess all good !!!!! AND THEN IT HAPPENED our server arrived to get our order who you ask NANCY and this meal was awesome all the way through it we ordered I ordered extra butter she said heck yes it needs it on that huge potato at that point I knew we had just become best friends . The meal was awesome after when she stopped by again ordered some more butter...........cake this time and she was so nice and pleasant to talk to very attentive like we knew her for years . The food here always good the service with NANCY was the reason we keep going back to Kings . You must treat your employees good here because they treat your customers very good thank you for a great evening . Ps . The outdoor seating was perfect to have the best service ever !!!!

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Water Grill - South Coast Plaza

I don't know why it's taken me so long to dine here but so glad I finally did. We had an excellent…read moretime at Water Grill. Our server Jason was the highlight. He went above and beyond to inform us and he was clearly knowledgeable about every aspect of the menu. Everything we ordered was excellent. Really enjoyed the crisp calamari and ceviche (crudo style). A great celebration for a birthday with a birthday card and a complimentary triple cookie dessert à la mode. It's near Segerstrom Theater so they asked if we had a show that evening as they are conscientious to get people out the door to catch it. Thankfully we didn't have any restrictions so we took our time to enjoy each course. It was really great dining here! Thanks Jason, Daniel, and Water Grill for making it a great evening.

Finished with a show at Segerstrom or looking for a spacious and lovely place for a bit to eat? I…read morecan now confidently say water grill is this place you need to be at!!! It's very conveniently located around all the popular area, and upon walking into its long hallway entrance you see the sheer size of the restaurant. Tons of tables and couches and bar seats, for every part of comfort you're looking for. Being seated we immediately had our server come and take care of us, and for my first time being there I wasn't privy on the specials, he did a good job guiding me in the right direction. Sometimes I like when someone else chooses for me when there's a bunch of good looking items on the menu. Went with the Maryland softshell crab and the seared tuna. Quantity on the tuna was small for an entree, but man was it so tender! And the crab itself I couldn't find myself taking a bread from eating, it's got a great curry that they pour, sweet but doesn't take away from the taste of the crab or the vegetables under it. Candied nuts did catch me by surprise though. The bread at the beginning was stellar, super fluffy and crispy on the outside, and was probably one of the best little bites I've had compared to other places. There's great vibes, lots of seafood, high quality, great service, I have a feeling I'll be here a lot more after I see shows or if I'm in the area

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Culinary Dropout

Beautiful restaurant in the heart of the orange circle. Restaurant has its own lot with valet…read moreservice. There's also street parking that you can pay for. The staff were very friendly and welcoming. Our waitress Katie was great and helpful with recommendations. We loved the decor and the atmosphere was chill and romantic. Love the music and different styles of art work around the restaurant. Our food was all delicious, ribs fell off the bone just as I like it. Flavors were great! My prime rib dip sandwich was made to perfection. Restrooms were very clean and designed beautifully. We will be coming back. Highly recommended. Priced well for really great tasting food.

Culinary Dropout is located in the Old Towne Orange area. This lively gastropub provides an…read moreinviting environment for happy hour. There are a few TV screens throughout the bar area and comfortable pub style cushioned seats. For parking, there is a nearby parking lot, which I believe requires payment. There's also street parking with signs indicating payment is needed as well. Pay attention and do not park near the homes as permits are required. Our service was attentive overall. The staff who came to take our order was just okay, but the nice touch was when the barista came to introduce herself, just because. We ordered from the happy hour menu on this outing. For drinks, they offer a simple but diverse variety of beverages to choose from. Our small group enjoyed the classic margarita, beer, and wine. For food, we kept it simple and ordered things that we could share. The nachos were okay and nothing that special. I would skip it next time. The tortilla chips weren't good. My favorite appetizer was the soft pretzels and provolone fondue. The pretzel was fresh, soft and doughy, and it had a nice texture with the right amount of salt. I'm not a huge cheese fan but the flavor of the provolone cheese was light and yummy! We had a few pieces of pretzels left and I couldn't let it go to waste. We asked if we could get some fresh fondue to go and they provided this without any extra charge. So nice! Our least favorite appetizer were the gochujang brussels sprouts. I normally love brussels sprouts, but I didn't like how it was deconstructed and the actual brussels sprouts reduced down to overcharred leaves. It was too burnt for us. I would definitely return, but try different appetizers next time.

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Market Broiler - Orange

Service was great. Food not bad either. Sparkle was awesome, attentive and best server we have had…read morein quite some time.

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Hanano Ramen

Great ramen, rich broth, and friendly service. The Dan Dan Noodles is a must-try. Will definitely…read morebe back!

The tonkostu ramen was amazing! Along with all the toppings to go along with it! The service here…read morewas also outstanding and quick! Such a great vibe inside!

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The Filling Station Cafe

Great breakfast spot at the Orange circle. Weather was perfect to sit outside on the patio…read more Pancakes were good. Had some texture on the outside but still fluffy and buttery. Eggplant sandwich was also very good. Good bread and put together very well Great food ambiance and service

Can't go wrong with the steak and eggs with chimichurri sauce! Hefty portion. Steak was slightly…read moreoverdone (asked for medium but it was more medium well) but still flavorful and juicy. Quite busy on weekends, always see a line of people during lunchtime. Glad we visited on a weekday for lunch... seated immediately. Service is friendly and atmosphere is cozy and relaxed. Overall a nice neighborhood eatery and fun for people-watching if you grab an outside table.

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Panda Mongolian BBQ

Food was great, very tasty. They were very nice and was really welcoming. Overall really good and…read moretasty. I do recommend!

Service, food, drinks & energy in store is amazing. Everything delicious. Will be coming again Real…read moresoon. Amazing people!

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Tien N.

8 years ago

So I can see why this place is getting rave feeedback! I was starving for lunch and decided to cross the CHOC Hospital after reading some reviews here. This was the first place that popped up on Yelp since it was the closest. No regrets! It's a very nice and clean restaurant, open daily from 10am-10pm... sweet! Got there around 11:50 and it was packed!. We got seated immediately in the corner, so no waiting! Yay! The menu had a simplified pho option, but was told that we could order our pho however way we'd like. I went with Superbowl #10 with all the things -- it came out soon after ordering and it was piping hot. The broth here is probably one of the best I've had in a while! Very flavorful! Pho is all about the quality of the beef broth.. they definitely nailed it here..... Service was good. Everyone was super nice and they were quick. They were all hustling during the rainy day lunch service , but they still were attentive. If you're in Orange or by the MainPlace Mall... you should try this place out. It's better than driving down to Bolsa so you won't have to deal with traffic. Complimentary warm tapioca desert at the end to boot! Will be back with family soon. read more

Naoko M.

1 year ago

This place was our family's favorite. It was clean, delicious, comfortable, and great service with smiles from servers. However, last two visits were almost nightmare. We ordered generously two appetizers two main dishes with side order. However, the one of the main dishes came then soup noodle, and the appetizer came when we finished the first main dish and it was wrong one. The surprise was when we simply mentioned that it was wrong, the server became argumentative and convinced us to take what we first chose. We changed while the server was still taking the orders though. And we noticed it was taking for a while to have the spring rolls on the table. When we asked if the order was placed or not the sever said it should've been on our table! We asked because we never got it! We understand they seemed very short in hand. But we were treated such poorly more than twice. The servers started ignoring us so we couldn't pay right away, no refill of water, no tapioca desert where other table were getting. We paid and left untouched appetizers on the table. We also saw the two servers grab the herbs and lemon wedges by barehand. I never want to go there again. read more

Laura L.

136

9 months ago

If you're craving pho, this is definitely the spot to check out! The place itself is very nice, clean, and welcoming -- a comfortable vibe for enjoying a good bowl of soup. The pho was excellent -- flavorful broth, generous portions, and perfectly balanced. Honestly, the broth alone is worth the trip. On top of that, the servings are big, so you'll definitely leave full and satisfied. Right now they're running a promo with a free Thai tea if you leave a review, and it was really good -- light, not overly sweet, and refreshing. At the end of the meal, they also brought out a complimentary mung bean and tapioca dessert, which was such a nice surprise. Service was great too -- our waiter was friendly, attentive, and made the whole experience even better. Overall, I'll absolutely be coming back here again. If you're in the area, do yourself a favor and give this place a try! read more

Eileen K.

7 months ago

Simply Pho on Main St. and Orange has quickly become my go-to spot for comfort food done right. The moment you walk in, you're greeted with warm, friendly service and the kind of inviting aroma that lets you know you're in for something special. The pho is outstanding--rich, flavorful broth, perfectly cooked noodles, and fresh herbs that brighten every bite. Their portions are generous without feeling heavy, and everything tastes incredibly fresh. I also tried a couple of their appetizers, and each one was just as delicious and thoughtfully prepared. The atmosphere is cozy and clean, making it a great place for a quick lunch or a relaxing dinner. Prices are fair, the service is quick, and the quality is consistently excellent. If you're in the area and craving authentic, satisfying Vietnamese cuisine, Simply Pho is an absolute must-try. Highly recommend! read more

Idk

3 months ago

I recently went to simply pho for the billionth time and I will continue to do so due to the amazing service, welcoming environment, and last but least, the amazing pho! My favorite dish is the chicken pho and it is just the best pho I have ever had and ive tried many places but they just dont hit the same. Their home chili oil is great as well and you can even buy some to take home! (I bet you dont have to ask if i have purchased some) You can ask for extra lemon or any of the toppings and its free of charge unlike other pho restaurants and they supply you with free water and infinite refills without having to ask. Last but definitely not least, they always give you free desert once they notice you are done with your food!!! 10/10 must go restaurant although it may ruin all other places for you. (Ps: the veggie rolls are great too :)) read more

Kristy N.

Elite 26

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2 years ago

Simply Pho on Main St. was a huge disappointment. The rice and pork dish was terrible--the rice was extremely chewy and dry, and the pork was just as bad. The pho was overly salty and oily, making it almost inedible. On top of that, the restaurant had no circulating air, and the poor workers mentioned they've been dealing with this issue for a while. It's clear the ownership isn't prioritizing food quality, employee well-being, or cleanliness. The filthy restrooms were just another sign of poor management. This experience has completely discouraged me from trying their Fountain Valley location, despite all the social media hype. Avoid this place. read more

Giajaida V.

7 months ago

I had such a great experience at Simply Pho! The food was fresh, flavorful, and came out super quick. The broth was rich, the noodles were perfect, and everything tasted like it was made with care. But the highlight of my visit was our waitress, Chau. She was so warm, attentive, and patient the entire time. She checked in on us without hovering, gave great recommendations, and made sure we had everything we needed. You don't get service like that everywhere, and it honestly made the whole meal even better. If you're looking for good pho and even better customer service, definitely ask for Chau. I'll absolutely be coming back! read more

Jessica K.

Elite 19

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7 months ago

I had a wonderful experience enjoying the pho here, and the service from Chau made it even better. The broth was rich and flavorful, perfectly balanced with fresh herbs and tender noodles--comforting and delicious from the very first bite. Chau was attentive, friendly, and genuinely welcoming, adding a personal touch that made the meal feel special. She checked in at the right moments, offered great recommendations, and made sure everything was perfect. Highly recommend both the pho and the outstanding service from Chau. I'll definitely be coming back! read more

Shamu T.

2 years ago

I recently visited Simply Pho, and I have to say, their pho is nothing short of extraordinary. The broth was perfectly seasoned, rich, and flavorful, with a depth that only comes from hours of careful preparation. The beef was tender and cooked to perfection, and the fresh herbs and vegetables added a delightful crunch. The service was impeccable--friendly, attentive, and quick. The atmosphere was cozy and inviting, making it the ideal spot for a comforting meal. Great food, great service, great all around read more

Connie C.

401

4 months ago

Simply Pho is hands down one of the best pho spots around. The broth is incredibly rich, flavorful, and tastes like it's been simmering for hours the way authentic pho should be. The noodles are perfectly cooked, the meat is fresh and tender, and the portions are generous. The restaurant itself is clean, comfortable, and welcoming, which makes it a great place to sit down and enjoy a warm bowl of pho. The staff is also very friendly and attentive, making the whole experience even better. read more

Andrew L.

1 month ago

Simply Pho Noodle House is a great spot for Vietnamese food in Orange. The pho is flavorful, comforting, and served with fresh toppings, and the portions are satisfying for the price. The restaurant has a casual and welcoming atmosphere, making it a good place for a quick meal or relaxed lunch/dinner. I also appreciate that they offer pickup and delivery, which makes it convenient. Overall, great food, friendly service, and a solid place to go when craving pho or Vietnamese dishes. read more

Eddy T.

1 year ago

Simply Pho in Orange has some good qualities but still needs work. The meat is flavorful and well-prepared, which is a definite plus. However, the broth lacks depth and richness, making the soup feel bland and disappointing compared to other pho places. Service can be inconsistent, and the overall experience feels rushed at times. With a stronger, more flavorful broth, Simply Pho could be a solid spot, but for now, it's just mediocre. read more

Jasmine X.

1 year ago

Almost made the mistake of going elsewhere because they had a wait time : beyond worth it. First time dining here, we came near close and staff was still friendly and the service was great. The food was amazing, hands down some of the best fried rice I've had, and their veggie rolls were the perfect texture and crunchy. Leftovers were still amazing the next day. Excited to return. read more

Soomin K.

5 months ago

Great spot for pho! The broth was clean and flavorful, not too heavy, and the noodles were cooked just right. The beef was tender and fresh, and the portion size was very satisfying. Service was friendly and quick, and the restaurant felt clean and comfortable. Prices were reasonable for the quality. I'll definitely be coming back when I'm craving a good bowl of pho. read more

Tamahlani N.

5 years ago

We were looking for a pho restaurant and just so happened to find this gem on Yelp! Staff is so friendly, restaurant is clean and pho and spring tools were so tasty and priced reasonably. Broth was so flavorful and food came out fast! The thai tea and hot tapioca were a cherry on top! We will be back again! Thank you so much for the great experience! read more

Fely C.

8 months ago

During my two visits to this restaurant, the server has consistently demonstrated a high level of friendliness and respect, ensuring that our orders are accurate and remembering our preferences. The food has been excellent and I hope the restaurant continues to operate under its current ownership. I highly recommend Simply Pho. read more

Gianna T.

8 months ago

The food is great, Ive eaten here a lot throughout my life and it always tastes amazing. The service is good too, the staff is kind and theyre very quick to get food out to you. The ambiance is nice, personally I love the lighting as its warm and not like most restaurants that have cold white bright lights. read more

Adrian D.

2 years ago

My favorite pho spot of all time! My mom got me into pho & I am obsessed with this place. This was the first pho place I had tried and I've gone elsewhere but nothing matches their chicken pho and the dessert. Britney always gives me & my mom a little more tapioca & she's the best! Super friendly staff read more

Jon L.

8 years ago

Things change. This place has earned my respect. My only issue with this place was the service but it's become better but sometimes that lack of coordination creating a little bit of that unnecessary wait tho... Food is excellent. Great price points. Perfect lunch spot. read more

Stephanie R.

3 months ago

They have great customer service and their Pho is super authentic tasting!!! Inside is super clean and refreshing to be at! I always order their classic chicken pho with a Thai iced tea on the side. I would recommend and it's also a good place to take your family. read more

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