“I'm happy to say this place didn't disappoint! We went on a Thursday night to celebrate my birthday. Upon arrival, they welcomed you at the door and walked you to your seats; everyone was friendly and inviting. The place is gorgeous, spotless, and modern, with a big counter table where we all sat. It was only eight people, which made the experience very intimate.We had the Early Spring menu, and the food was delightful, with an exciting approach to Vietnamese traditional dishes! We don't eat beef, and they were very accommodating! My favorite dishes were the black chicken and Spanish Sole, rich in flavor and with incredible presentation. The menu is well thought out, but on a personal note, I felt it was missing an extra course. In these restaurants, you never expect to leave stuffed, but I also don't wish to go a little hungry, especially when you have an elevated price tag.There is one dish where the chef offers a white truffle “enhancement.” the price isn't disclosed until the end, which is a weird concept. You can always say no, but then you feel missing out on something the chef recommends. I wonder if there is a better approach, like disclosing it when making your reservation or something like that.The wine pairing is top-notch, and I highly recommend it! The music was a little loud, and the playlist was somewhat out of place. There were a few viral songs from TikTok that I didn't expect to hear at a high-end restaurant.I am so excited about this addition to the neighborhood; while there is some room for improvement, this restaurant is good and on the right path to the Michelin star.“
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“highly recommended. food is delicious and the staff is EXTREMELY friendly and nice. the owner helps us to set up a birthday party, and all of the guests are so satisfied. my baby has the best birthday party, and everyone likes it. the surprised photos are such a big joy. the store is so clean with elegant decorations. the dessert is so yummy.“
“It's a cozy atmosphere and straight to the point. I tried the Build you own Pho and upgraded with extra noodles, extra large, with an egg. I loved the Pho. Very rich in flavor and they have a section in which you can grab extra toppings such as bean sprouts, green onions, jalapenos, etc. each table has siracha and hoisin sauce as condiments. A great place for a quick and yummy order of Pho.“
“I love this place! Small place, with a homey ambiance, and good music. It's a very nice hybrid of "self-serve" and being served. You order at the register, sit where you please, and then they'll bring your food out for you. There's a self-serve Herb Bar that's constantly being restocked with fresh veggies where you can grab what you'd like, as much as you'd like (limes, basil, jalapeños, onions, beans sprouts, etc.). I always order the build your own pho with beef broth, brisket, and chicken, and I like adding a sunny side up egg as well. The broth is hot and steamy and the flavors are rich and delicious. The perfect place to come for a nice, warm, comfort meal. A definite must try! They also have locations in Waterford and Lake Mary :) 10/10 recommend.“
“Since living in the Orlando area (about 2.5 years ago now), Pho 54 has been a staple for me and my friends. We all have different dietary restrictions (vegan, vegetarian, pescatarian) and there is always something for us to eat. The food is excellent, especially the tofu banh mi.“
“krave is consistently good y’all? one of my fav boba spots!!we also love a good ombré blue tea moment✨ thank you to the cashier for understanding my desire for a “pretty blue ombré tea i saw on google reviews”? it is indeed called the thinker butterfly milk tea??♂️“
“The service was great, and the restaurant's atmosphere was welcoming. However, the food didn't quite meet my expectations. I was looking forward to enjoying a traditional Vietnamese garlic noodle bowl, but what I received was closer to spaghetti noodles in garlic sauce. While the tofu served alongside was flavorful, the noodles themselves were dry and tough, an unfortunate mismatch for the delicate balance of Asian flavors. This surprising choice of noodle was a letdown. It left me wondering, why choose spaghetti noodles for an Asian-inspired dish?“
“We had the beef pho it was delicious! No MSG and straight bone broth! Healthy and delicious. We also had the Cajun catfish and coconut shrimp. Catfish was so tender and seasoned well. The coconut shrimp tasted very coconut forward and fresh. We also had the firecracker shrimp as the appetizer and the shrimps were so big! Definitely going to come back again.“
“My partner showed me vietnomz and it was already her favorite and since then it had also become mine. John and Ellanor always greet us and treat us like friends so it's always great to come back just for the chance to run into them again! (The fishbites are the best but she loves the beef pho.“
“Had a good but not incredible lunch here. Restaurant was quiet and clean. I was allowed to seat myself, and my server was attentive and pleasant enough. The steak summer rolls tasted good, but were so large I could barely get them in my mouth. Also, you can see a decent sized tear in one of them, and while it didn’t impact the flavor, imperfections like that say to me that they aren’t interested in trying for perfection. The pho had good flavor but the “rare” beef was overdone (perhaps it cooked while waiting an extended period for a server to bring it to me?). I enjoyed my meal overall, but it pales in comparison to most of the Vietnamese restaurants over on Colonial in Orlando.“
“recently had a meal at City Pho & Grill and enjoyed the experience. The restaurant itself is open, spacious, and brightly lit, creating a welcoming atmosphere. The pho was excellent, definitely a highlight with its rich flavors and quality ingredients. However, it's worth noting that the prices are a bit higher than what you might expect for central Florida. Despite the price point, the delicious food and pleasant environment make it worth a visit for any pho enthusiast.“
“Absolutely delicious food!!! It's my favorite place to get pho and boba. I've been going here for months and they've never done me wrong :)Vegetarian options: Theres a ton of options!! The pho has vegetarian options but make sure to ask for the vegetable broth“
“I'm usually not in love with pho in most places. This place has the best pho I have ever had, the broth is so flavorful and they don't sleep on the acutramonts, everything is fresh and they are so fast with your order. 10/10 would recommend to everyone in the area. Also, the owner is so kind and pleasant.“
“Came back after a couple years and the food is yummy with big portion as usual. Though it's weird this time around they don't have tap water, so you have to buy water bottles which is odd. They do take credit card payments which is convenient.“
“I loved the food (I took an amazing sweet and sour soup), the atmosphere was calm and peaceful thanks to a relaxing background music, the service was cordial and professional, and the restaurant is spacious, bright, and colorful. I fully recommend this place!“
“Some of the best seafood I have ever had. The restaurant is sort of sketchy location but has amazing food and I will continue to go to this restaurant probably once a week for takeout. As a college kid on a limited budget, this place has AMAZING food but does not break the bank.“
“Delicious every time!Vegetarian options: Vegetarian options are not labeled well on menu. As with most Asian restaurants, be wary of fish sauces in dishes. They do have some vegetarian dishes by default but can be tricky to navigate. They can and have adjusted a variety of their menu offerings to be vegetarian for me on request. So the staff is great but their menu could be more helpful.“