Vinason Pho Kitchen is a good, casual spot that sits right in that sweet spot between a fast-food feel and a traditional sit-down restaurant. It's set up so you order directly at the counter and then just pick up your food when it's ready. The food here is pretty good, and they have a nice variety of different options on the menu. You can get anything from classic bowls to sandwiches, giving you plenty of choices depending on what you're in the mood for. The ambiance inside is nice and clean. Because of the setup where you just order for yourself at the counter and go grab your food when it's ready, I didn't really engage with anyone on the staff. There isn't much to say about the service since it's mostly self-serve, but the overall vibe makes it an easy, comfortable place to get a quick bite. I would definitely come here again. It's a great, straightforward option when you want a good meal without a long, drawn-out dine-in experience. read more

1 star for ambiance The space looks great and the location is solid, but the overall experience fell short. Service was lacking. We mentioned it was our first visit and were excited to try the place, yet received no guidance--just a point toward the menu overhead. Questions felt like a nuisance, which was surprising since the restaurant was mostly empty. The food didn't impress. The broths were overly sweet, and despite a large number of beer taps appeared available, only about three were actually available. I was almost even double charged. I ordered extra brisket for my pho, it came mixed in and appeared to be a standard or skimpy portion. Nice-looking concept, but the food and service didn't live up to the hype. read more

Vinason Pho Kitchen - Kirkland - Spring rolls, combo vermicelli bowl, iced coffee, brisket pho with extra brisket (?). - Vietnamese Near Me - Kirkland, Washington

Decently prepared food and spacious dining area with a mix of dine in and take outs. You have to use the online kiosk to order but it's not clear from get go. I only realized after the lady behind the counter didn't look up once or acknowledge me, which gave me unwelcoming vibes. We ordered the brisket pho, vermicelli bowl, fried rolls, steak taters and still ended up paying $78 which seems a bit ridiculously overpriced since a bowl of pho in Vietnam is about $2. I'll stick to take outs next time, and only if the cheaper pho option down the street isn't available. read more

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Due to $15 minimum wage you order food from a kiosk. Flavor was good but not a fan of eating out of a cardboard container. It's a different setup, not really my jam so probably will not return. read more

The food here is great! It's the perfect place for a speedy meal. If you want a fun place to try beer, I would also recommend paying for a beer cup! The portion sizes are moderate and I would recommend the Bahn Mi for the best deal. read more

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Came for Saturday dinner and it wasn't busy. I ordered the small brisket pho and it came quick! It was solid but the brisket portions were skimpy. A lot of popups use this space too read more

Vinason Pho Kitchen - Kirkland - Small brisket pho - Vietnamese Near Me - Kirkland, Washington

An interesting take on a pho restaurant. Very techy/modern, but they still have great broth. You order on a kiosk. Your food comes in a compostable bowl with compostable utensils (who knew they made compostable asian soup spoons). You can customize your bowl. And there's a beer, wine, and kombucha "wall" bar. A good place to stop and grab a bite to eat if you are in the area. read more

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I last reviewed this spot in May 2022, when I praised it for its generous portions and unbeatable prices in Kirkland. Back then, you could get a bowl of pho for just $11, which seemed like a steal. However, after visiting countless times over the past two years, I've watched this place go from affordable to outrageously overpriced, and sadly the portion sizes have shrunk drastically over the years; the bowls are smaller, and the toppings are disappointingly sparse. In just two years, the prices have skyrocketed by over 85%, far exceeding inflation and even S&P 500 gains during that time. They're clearly using inflation as an excuse for these ridiculous hikes. For example, their steak pho, which used to be $11, has been rebranded as "Pasture-Raised Steak Pho" and now costs a staggering $20.80--for exactly the same dish; don't be fooled. The value just isn't there anymore, and it's no surprise the place is always empty. There are plenty of better options in the area that offer larger portions, more toppings, and far better prices. To make matters worse, the service and wasteful practices are frustrating. Everything except the metal tray is disposable--the bowls, plates, and even the utensils--creating an unnecessary amount of trash. And why is there a tip option when you have to place your own order, pick it up yourself, and even clean up afterward? If you don't bus your table, the staff will ask you to return and clean it, which makes the tipping system even more baffling. If you're looking for good pho in the area, I highly recommend: - Uptown Pho in Kirkland - Yummy Pho in Redmond - Ba Bar in Seattle I don't expect much to change in the next couple of years, but I hope to return eventually. Hopefully, down the road, Vinason Pho in Kirkland will once again excite me and make me want to change my review once again. read more

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We were a group of six, easily able to find a table together at lunchtime. We ordered a variety of soups, salads, and sandwiches. While some were certainly better than others, the pho seemed to be the most enjoyed by our party. The service was adequate (more fast food style), and the space seemed clean. Overall, the experience was fine. Nothing exceptional, but also nothing terrible. Pro-Tip: The self-order kiosks are much more difficult than just ordering at the counter - if lines are short. read more

Went here with my sister who was visiting and had not had Banh Mi before this trip, so obviously we had to grab one (extra meat for the win) and the shrimp bites. I love the flavors of absolutely everything that we ordered. The service is always quick and the interior is quite nice, we're always able to find a table when we come in and ordering from the kiosk is super easy. Also, they have validated parking so come by and have some great food read more

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Always love coming here to support my friend Quyen's amazing vision to bring the best of Vietnamese food to Seattle. The service here is always excellent and love the plaza where it's located. Today I had a lot of mt favorites! read more

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Love their pho!! Their broth is nice and clean and still very flavorful. Trust this place with clean and flavorful ingredients!

I love the idea of a quick pho spot. The facilities are clean. However, I was disappointed in the time that it took to get the order ready. The staff was extremely slow, while the restaurant was empty. The broth was lukewarm warm which is not ideal for pho experience. The cost is also high. $17 for a vegan pho that does not provide dine in service. I will go to other pho spots that has friendlier service and higher quality of food. read more

Spending my lunch hour at this restaurant is always a delight, especially for their venison and steak Pho. The steak Pho is my absolute favorite, with nice cuts of beef, fresh herbs, perfectly cooked noodles, and flavorful broth. The restaurant is well-maintained, and the staff are exceptionally friendly.While I've visited their other locations, this one stands out as my favorite. Ordering is quick and easy, and their happy hour items from 2 to 5 PM are unbeatable. Highly recommend! read more

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The food is exceptional, the staff is what usually captures nice five star review for this place. I'm not sure of her name, but there is a woman who is always wearing glasses who I see you give her 200% to the customers. The food here is always fresh and hot, the ordering is pretty self explanatory, and the parking lot is actually right below it, and they validate your parking pass. For up to four hours I believe. The layout of the restaurant is actually quite logical and if you want to use the beer wall at the back, it is a nice little nervous, so work if you plan on staying a little bit. read more

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I love getting Pho here. Usually to go, they're very quick and package everything up nicely with a microwaveable, compostable bowl (and unfortunately traditional plastic containers for the broth). We usually get one chicken and a beef brisket. Both are excellent. It's also nice for eat in with a ton of plants, good ambiance and a wall of beer if you want a pint. The place can be a little cold though, I think the temperature is set for the staff who are working with hot soup, so despite how cute it is I usually just take out. read more

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My coworker was ordering food from here, and I didn't have lunch, so decided to try something. I got the Chicken Vermicelli bowl, and it was very tasty. The chicken had lots of flavor. And the sauce was very good, too. I really enjoyed it. read more

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I come here every now and then for a quick bite to eat and it's good. You can order through the kiosk or online. I usually order online and would recommend it during the lunch rush otherwise I'd go through the kiosk. I usually get their Tofu Spring Rolls with peanut sauce and so good!! This is also the only place I get the Tofu ones, I still need to try the others. And the spring rolls are pretty big too!! Their Lemongrass Pork Vermicelli is alright to me. I wasn't really a fan of it since it's not really my preference but I wanted to try it and my brother liked it!! I don't think they have just the Pho noodles with soup so I got their Pho Cup and it was really good!! I don't know what size their other pho's are but the Pho Cup was a perfect size for me and since I didn't really want any meat there was a little bit of meat but lots of noodles!! My most recent visit I got the Lemongrass Pork Banh Mi and it was very good!! It kind of looked small when I picked it up but it is bigger when you unwrap it!! You can taste the lemongrass and it's so good!! read more

I use to love going to this place but I noticed each time I ordered Vietnamese iced coffee, it was not even full the cup and filled with ice. The pho broth is way too salty and the pork banh mi too. read more

Order at the kiosks and get your food pretty quickly. The quantity was good! The noodles are more firm if you like that. Lots of seating and kept pretty clean. Bus your own table. Their cold water is delicious with some lime in it. A bit odd there was no compost. Fun beer options on key fobs. read more

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I haven't been able to stay away from this place lately! The broths are so flavorful and the noodles are always perfect. Service is super quick. read more

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The pho came out quickly and hot. It was delicious and the noodles were not too soft or soggy. Excellent beef broth with steak. It's nominally counter service but they brought it to the table anyway. Not really a place to linger. We'll be back. read more

This is not Pho.instant broth, disposable plates. No flavor. The management has to think hard.

This is one of those times that I really wish Yelp would allow half star ratings. It's a solid 3.5. But I can't justify rounding up, so I have to round down. For our dinner, we had a simple dinner of two phos - a steak and a shrimp. The proteins are good - both the beef slices and the shrimps which are halved. The shrimps are wild gulf prawns; if true, that's a step up than most. Most folks say they like their broth. It's too sweet for me. Not a sweet-savory as is sometimes used to describe a flavorful and potent bone broth, this just tasted more sweet than savory. I'm not a fan; hubby is ok with it. Another ding is the insufficient and sad bean sprouts. They put in a full-size multi-leaves mint in the herb component and a little dallop of wilted bean sprouts. (See photos) I'm used to a bundle of bean sprouts overflowing on the plate. Their packaging is fairly convenient and allows the broth to be nuked and then poured into the take home container. Their cost is higher than most. Their protein is higher quality, so it's somewhat justified. I'm a hard pass on the broth though. I probably won't be returning unless friends want to go. read more

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I stopped by for some lunch with a friend and was surprised to see the modern self-serve kiosk format at this Vietnamese restaurant. You step up to the 2 kiosks by the door, place your order and pay, then find a seat until they call your number. There is a TV screen by the collection area that shows where you are in the queue, and they get the food out quickly despite the estimated wait time. This is a great place for a casual meal or getting something to go; the food is tasty, price is fair for the area, and the takeaway bowls/utensils are high quality and biodegradable/recyclable. read more

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My office has ordered takeout here several times. I didn't love their pho, but a lot of my coworkers do. I prefer the vermicelli bowl! Great steak and shrimp. Always fresh and filling. It's easy to customize everything with the online ordering. read more

Totally got the wrong order delivered. So disappointed. Ordered 2 meals with chicken. Received one order with beef. Might need to have a conversation with DoorDash or be more clear on the address on your receipt. Plus, I have never seen beef that color before. It was pale and chewy. read more

This was my first time coming here for pho. The ordering kiosk took a little bit longer for some people. The food was came out pretty quick. read more

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One of my favorite Pho places! I know whenever I get Vinson Pho, I'm getting quality food. It is a bit pricy but you aren't getting frozen food so I don't mind paying extra for quality. I always get the chicken breast Pho and I appreciate that it's white meat and NOT the dark meat which I don't like at all and I typically see at other places. They come in a large bowl with the topping on top, so it saves space! read more

Consistently excellent! Pho Tai Lan, Coconut Chicken Curry and recently Salted Chicken are my favorites! Can't recommend enough! Additionally, friendly staff, clean pho shop, which made the dining experience even better. read more

I'm no expert on Vietnamese food, even though I love a good Bánh mì or vermicelli bowl but when I saw this place during a recent visit to Kirkland Urban, I stopped in. Decided to go with the gulf shrimp vermicelli bowl. Yum! The shrimp was delicious and the entire dish was light and fresh. When looking at their menu, I noticed they cook with bone broth witch is very clean cooking. Keto and carnivores will love that. I liked the check out process of self service kiosk. Service was friendly and quick. Will definitely be back to try some of their beer on self serve tap. What a newt concept. read more

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The shrimp pho was very delicious. I thoroughly enjoyed my meal and I enjoyed the broth.

1. Welcoming interior 2. Vegan tofu Pho was pretty good. BUT The tofu is fried. Get fresh tofu!! 3. Innovative, interesting beer wall 4. One star loss because the staff in the kitchen had their mask down below their nose or didn't have them on at all. I'm not quite ready four the food handlers to not have masks on. And also because of the fried tofu read more

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We were visiting from out of town, and my family and I really enjoyed this fresh take on Vietnamese food! Their beef vermicelli bowl was really tasty! It was fresh, the beef was tender, and the noodles were cooked perfectly. I didn't expect to finish it! Their beer on tap wall was really neat. It's a fun way to be able to try local Washington beers. Would return! read more

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I'm very excited to see Vinason here and always a fan. There is limited street parking spots for curbside and it's tricky due to the construction. You can also park in the QFC parking garage and buy something to get validated for 4 hours. The deco was very bright and modern with the counter space and self serve wall. The service was very warm and friendly. I ordered a combo pho, a steak combo, a steak ban mi and a bottle of cold brew coffee Togo. There was an area that you can grab the Togo utensils, water and the condiments. Everything was delicious and perfect amount of food. However, they forgot my coffee so I called that they will make up for me next time. Glad to have a great Vietnamese food on the Eastside and I will visit often! read more

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Vinason gas been one of those places for me where I can't justify paying so much for the food but it's good enough that my coworkers keeps wanting to come and eat so i would give in and eat as well. Don't get me wrong, the food is good, just not sure if it'/ justify the price. For this experience --- definitely not This is one of the newer location that is near shake shack and qfc in Kirkland. I came to grab a pork banh mi for lunch and was fairly disappointed The banh mi was stale and dry, the meat was soo salty I had to drink water after each bite. I'm not sure if it's their off day or this particular location is different, but definitely was not good. Might come back later on to see read more

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I forgot to take pictures! This place is amazing! Lots of seating available at 1 pm on a Saturday today. When you enter the door, you see plants and a fresh, clean environment with the kitchen area behind a high counter on the right. You place your order at a kiosk and wait for your food to be ready. There is a large monitor above the pick-up counter where you can see your name and order number along with time remaining until it's ready. We ordered brisket pho and a chicken lemongrass Banh Mi sandwich. Both tasted absolutely delicious! The perfect mix of flavors and just what we were looking for. If you are in the area and haven't tried this place yet, please do! The staff are very friendly and helpful and will welcome you in with a big smile. read more

I heard a lot of people raving about the food here and unfortunately for me I tried to go to the Bellevue location not realizing a) it was a food truck b) a lot of people do pre-orders for it and c) it was already sold out anyway. So since I was in the area anyway, I went to the location in Kirkland Urban. Menu wise: the options were relatively light in terms of the pho choices. At the time I went, they had steak, brisket, chicken, shrimp, beyond meatball or tofu. So no tripe nor tendon but they make up for it in other ways. Like they given alternatives for noodles. But they also had vermicelli bowls and regular banh mi. One thing I learned that different locations had different options so there might be things in the Kent location not available in Kirkland. In terms of appetizers, they had banh mi bites (which I regret not getting). They also had spring rolls and fried rolls. At the time I went they had an appetizer on the menu called "deep fried pho." They had a sticker next to it saying unavailable so I didn't know if there was a specific flavor unavailable or that the item itself was not there (it was latter). As a dessert option, they had macadons. They also had their beer wall next to the register. I wasn't into getting that at the time so I didn't indulge. They had water (and utensils/condiments) next to the wall though As pictured, I had the steak pho with egg. The broth was great and it was generally enjoyable. The space was open for indoor seating and they had a variety of seating for different group sizes. When you are done with your meal, you take care of the plates and tray yourself. I really liked that they had a place to specifically drop any extra broth and food you can't eat anymore. That is a win for composting. If I am in the Kirkland Urban area, I can see myself going back read more

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Food is delicious. Service is mediocre. Space is pretty good. Saw a woman make food with gloves on then grab the tv remote with the same gloves. read more

They have a beer wall! I'm shocked to not find as many in Washington with all of the great beer choices we have up here. Im so happy to finally find one! I love that you can try a little of one beer and a little of another without needing to commit to a whole glass or a flight. We came in when they were testing out their wall and we were lucky enough to get a quick tour with the owner who was super friendly and cares so much about providing a great customer experience, we certainly had a great time while we were here! Everyone from the person who took our order, the person who brought out our food, and the owner were great and added to the fun ambiance. Speaking of the ambiance, the music was great! The best 2000s throwbacks to sing along to, well at least I was, I don't know if it's like this every day but we sure enjoyed it. Right when we entered we went up to the counter to order food and get the fob for the beer wall. We ordered the steak and pork vermicelli bowls which I've never tried before, seemed like pho minus the broth, down. We made our way over to the wall and got some pouring tips and were shown to tap the screen for more info on the beers. The wall not only has beer options but the side has wine and more ciders, Love this! I tried a pineapple cider that was D-E-L-I-C-I-O-U-S! I almost chugged it it tasted so good, just like juice but with a good kick. We ordered the shrimp spring rolls to start and these were satisfying. I love the peanut sauce and it was a great snack with my drink. The vermicelli bowls are good but I wasn't too obsessed and felt there could be more meat for the amount of noodles and veggies but the chunks I got were very meaty, so not bad. Overall I had a great time and highly recommend this spot for a quick drink, date, meet up, anything it's a great spot with great food and amazing people. They exceeded any expectations I had. read more

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