Top Pho

Locally owned & operated

Large group friendly

Blew my expectations out of the water. The Pho is flavorful and the rib was so soft. The butter…read morequail appetizer was juicy, crunchy and also flavorful. Will be coming back!

Everything was amazing !!!!! Very friendly and very good customer service!! Very clean !read more

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Vien Dong Restaurant

4.2(421 reviews)

FORGET DA RESS- TRY DA BESS! Pho…read more So many newcomers Vietnamese noodle soup! this place is worth a drive That's why we gave it five So many Vietnamese noodles, shops, using broth from a jar and they give super tiny portions This place is right on the money and spot on the flavor!

Small pho for 11.50 Medium for 12.50…read moreLarge for 13.50 Prices alone is an incentive for you to come try. Great prices, for very flavorful and aromatic pho! A little bit light on the meats, but just add more meat. Very hole in the wall vibes. Gives you that authentic Vietnamese feel. I would come back to eat pho! Soup was delicious! Now I would be interested to know if the other dishes are just as good.

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Pho&Mi

4.2(167 reviews)

4.2 mi

We were just driving through town and got really lucky finding this Pho restaurant. It's decorated…read morevery nicely and incredibly clean! We ordered two pork Banh mi sandwiches and an order of fresh rolls, both were the best we've had! The prices are also very reasonable. The service was friendly and fast. If we lived in this town, we'd definitely make this our favorite restaurant. I definitely recommend this restaurant.

Decent pho for a quick bite. Not too busy. Good service. Restaurant is clean. I do feel it's a bit…read moreoverpriced but there aren't many pho spots down south so it's expected.

Fried Tofu Fresh Roll

Chicken bowl with rice and salad

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Pho precious!

Pho Saigon House

4.4(335 reviews)

5.0 mi

Food: The pho was great, but the cool thing were those spring rolls! I love when I see a place do…read moresomething different - onion sticking out the side, nice touch! Good soup, good rolls! Atmosphere: It's a quaint place inside and I noticed that the fake plants were dusted! THANK YOU! It can be annoying when you see a layer of dust on some of the decorations. Also - bathroom was clean and stocked. Something I sometimes forget to post, so wanted to make special point of that. Price: Middle of the road. Not cheap but not expensive. I mean, there are cheaper places in the area, but the selection and and presentation are worth it. Service: No complaints, came right away and didn't bother me much. Perfect! Overall: Making a review so I can remember this place when I come back to Tacoma. New favorite Pho place. Please keep it up!

Excellent food…read more Especiallly liked the Bún bò Huế... The panang curry is also excellent. I'll be coming here regularly now.

Decor was nice but the food didn't match

Pad See Ew

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Butter Garlic Chicken Wings

Pho King

4.3(523 reviews)

3.9 mi

Cosy little restaurant in Hilltop.Owner very friendly and informative.Quality food in a mellow…read moreatmosphere.Had a bowl of beef(so tender)pho.Really tasty.The place doesn't look much of anything from the outside but I would certainly recommend coming here and enjoying the food.

Ya ya always good on a rainy day here in PNW!! Pho king special x2 please. So savory and…read morefulfilling. Always fast so if u order apps ... east fast! Haha. Came in 1:30 not busy at all. Only a few folks. Till next time

Some of their most popular dishes

Banh Mi - grilled pork

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Inside a crispy egg roll

Cafe La Vie

4.5(99 reviews)

Cafe La Vie has easily become my go to spot. Ever since my wife put me on, it's basically turned…read moreinto a weekly ritual. They never miss every visit is consistent, fresh, and hits every time. Opening at 6am makes it clutch for early mornings too. Pork and shrimp noodle soup is my go to here . Service is amazing, the owners are great, and the ambiance really feels like a true Vietnamese café hangout spot. It's the kind of place you can just sit, eat, and vibe.

This place has been a Vietnamese staple in Tacoma for years. You'll often see a bunch of men…read moregathering here having coffee with their friends before they go about their business everyday. This place is consistently busy. There's indoor and outdoor seating. The building is a small house and has enough space for about 20-30 people inside. Probably another 20-30 if outdoor seating is available. You seat yourself or order from the front if hou are ordering takeout. Tables get cleaned immediately as soon as people leave. Service is quick and the workers are friendly. Their bánh mì đặc biệt (deluxe sandwich) and the cà phê sửa đá (iced condensed milk coffee) are my typical go-tos. The sandwich has layers of meat and portioned appropriately. The pâté adds a rich umami flavor and the Vietnamese bơ (mayo) gives it a buttery flavor. The veggies are always healthy and seem fresh. Also their jalapeños actually have a kick unlike most places I've been to. I recommend this staple to anyone looking for a solid Vietnamese sandwich in Tacoma. Great place to chill and have coffee to start your day. They have other foods like noodle soups, stews, and a rice plate. I haven't tried any of them, but it might be something I might look into in the future

Special Vietnamese French Sandwich (Deluxe)

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Hello!!!!

Tho Tuong BBQ

4.4(286 reviews)

3.6 mi

So I had this place bookmarked from idk how long ago. I probably saw some random tiktok and the…read morefood looked so good that I bookmarked it on Yelp, hoping to one day try it out. Well that day has come. We ended up staying at a hotel nearby for a friend's wedding. We were getting hungry and I luckily checked Yelp and saw that I bookmarked this place when it showed up on my nearby food list. What a crazy coincidence. So we drive over and park on a side street. There was a small line outside and we waited patiently for a few minutes. Once inside, we were seated at the counter and it was packed, a little hot and everything smelled delicious. My friend and I both ordered the duck and pork noodle soup and it was maybe the best noodle soup I've ever had. The pork had crispy skin, the duck was soft and flavorful. It was all just so delicious. The iced coffee was strong and sweet. We also got the dessert. Make sure to add durian if they ask. It made it 1000x better if that's even possible. Honestly one of the best meals I've ever had. I'd definitely be back if I'm ever in Tacoma again.

I've been to Tho Tuong BBQ several times, and the food has always been consistent. It's a small…read morespot on South 38th Street that stays very busy, so I usually order takeout instead of dining in. The barbecue duck is delicious and reasonably priced, and the roast pork is another favourite of mine. I also like the broken rice, along with the pickled jalapeños and house sauce that come with the meal. Everything works well together and makes for a satisfying meal. If you don't mind the crowds, dining in is an option, but takeout is just as enjoyable. The quality, value, and flavour keep me coming back, and it's one of my go-to places for Vietnamese barbecue in Tacoma.

Interior (taken from the back of the restaurant)

Combo rice plate

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Noon 9.8/24. Almost sold out, line on left takeout, seating line out dooe 8 deep

Lunar's Pho

4.6(126 reviews)

I stopped into Lunar's Pho in Tacoma for an early lunch. There were only a couple of people inside…read moreahead of me, so it was nice and quiet when I sat down. I ordered the calamari from the specials menu and the ginger steak pho from the regular menu. The biggest downside for me was the temperature inside the restaurant. It was one of those really cold, pouring rain days we've been having lately, and the dining area felt pretty chilly. I'm not sure if the heat wasn't on or if the space just takes a while to warm up, but it definitely stood out and I dreaded anytime another person opened the front door to let a rush of cold air inside. The other thing was how long the food took to come out. I stopped in during my lunch break, and from the time I ordered it took about 25 minutes for the food to arrive. Most pho spots I've been to are usually closer to the 8-10 minute range, so that was a bit of a surprise. I also saw banana cake on their specials menu, which I really wanted to try, but I ended up skipping it because I was worried it might take another 20+ minutes and I needed to get back to work. That said, the food itself was great. The calamari was fantastic and honestly should probably be added to their regular menu. It had a great crispy coating, was served hot, and the seasoning was really good. The texture was perfect too -- none of that rubbery calamari you sometimes get. I finished the entire plate. The ginger steak pho was also excellent, especially on such a cold day. I had never tried ginger steak pho before, but I'm glad I did. The broth was really comforting and helped warm me up, the steak slices were tender, and they didn't hold back on the ginger. The dish came with ginger already in the soup, the meat was wrapped with ginger shoots, and they even provided extra ginger on the side, which I happily added. Parking might be something to keep in mind if you visit during a busier time. Because of the terrible weather when I went, I got lucky and found parking right out front, but I could see it getting tight on a normal day. Overall, I would definitely come back. The food was really good, just plan for a little extra time if you're stopping in during a busy period.

Highly recommend Lunar's Pho. The service was great - seated quickly and no frills. Their various…read morenoodle soups are excellent with rich and flavorful broth and I've also tried their vermicelli bowls which are delicious. Really enjoyed the chicken wings they have as an appetizer too.

Cute, cozy interior.

Number 10. Steak & Ginger Pho (Hanoi) 1. Egg Rolls (Cha Gio) shrimp and pork

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Sweet Iced Mung Bean Milk.

Dragon Coffee

4.0(4 reviews)

3.6 mi

This place is always changing, I'm unsure as to how superior their chao long could become. I will…read moremake up silly adventures, or crazy shopping excursions just to cross paths with the dragon. The current owner is pretty cool, she will make her rounds chatting with everyone, she took a seat today with some, looked just like family. The chao long has got to be some of the best in Washington state, just the porridge is so satisfying, rich rice shallot ginger herby excellence, love it! Tea is perfect & hot, cafe sua da always more than you expect, pack a wallop too! Proteins are for the adventurous, liver intestine some other bits & pieces, ha ha, I eat everything!

It's a shame I'm not a local because I would be coming here every day for lunch. I came in with my…read moreboyfriend during our lunch break and ordered two canned beverages, bun bo hue, and a Vietnamese sandwich all for only $18. WHAT. A. DEAL. The portion is huge and the food here is seasoned to perfection. I HIGHLY recommend this cafe to anyone looking for a delicious, cheap meal. They also offer karaoke and three pool tables for entertainment. My boyfriend and I both left extremely satisfied (:

Bun Bo Hue

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Chao Long, some of the best!

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Renee C.

8 years ago

Had lunch there Thursday 3/7/19. Contracted food poisoning. Has anyone else gotten ill from eating there lately ?

Peter L.

7 years ago

Excellent customer service. The pho combo is very delicious. The gyoza is one of my favorite there. T

Tee P.

14 years ago

opening soon

Top Pho - vietnamese - Updated September 2026

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