Comfortable pho with a mild tasting soup base. Excellent fried spring roll. Reasonable fee to use parking structure. Some MSG.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Spring Roll, Pho Combination
Chad Murakami
Favorite amongst Pho shops ???
Sara C.
Had an opportunity recently to come back to the island for a visit and the must have on my list was PHL. I remember when I was in school this place was on my weekly rotation, sometimes even twice a week. Not sure if it's due to being in college and started drinking and this is ALWAYS a good cure for hangovers, but PHL always hits the spot. Not only their combo pho, but also their spring rolls. One thing I don't get elsewhere that this place is so thoughtful, is they cut the lettuce to the exact size for rolling on the outside of the spring rolls. Add a little mint, you got the perfect combo. Also, rarely in Colorado the pho places would leave out the baby sauce dishes, I always have to ask for it. My favorite way to eat pho is to dip the sauce and not drench the soup... and when you eat at PHL, you need to taste the soup. It's just that good. If they used any msg my body couldn't tell, it just tastes like it's slow simmered for hours.... And I'm not tired after. The meat ball is also a whole small meatball cut in half, not sliced flat pieces that does not look like it's a meatball. Most of the time, those sliced meatball has a weird taste... not here at PHL. I always get the combo pho, everything is so delicately sliced, the tendon is super tender, the tripe smells clean, the beef is all so tender too. It's been 20 years since I moved away, and one of the owners was looking at me like she knew me - she said, you look so familiar... I let her knew I was a long time kama'aina that moved away... but before I did I visited every week, even when I moved away from Honolulu to Makakilo. I also really love their sate chili sauce. Come to find out they use this specific kind that can really be found on the island that's from Thailand. It's spicy and savory. They sell the jars here if you'd like to take one home or you could find it in any of the Vietnamese mom and pop grocers in Chinatown. Thanks to Ann and her siblings/family for sharing decades of deliciousness. Please keep going strong so I can still come back to enjoy your family tradition. If you're in HNL, please come support them.
Erica M.
1000000% the best pho restaurant on Oahu. Legiiiiit flavor. I grew up in LA with some of the best pho restaurants everrrr. When I moved to oahu 15 years ago- I automatically thought there would be some legit pho restaurants but I found myself disappointed over and over again. I have found a few other spots that are good but nothing that compares to the bowl of pho I just had at pho Huong Lan. You can tell their pot is seasoned... the rich flavors are perfection. The service is quick- efficient. Typical Vietnamese style. The woman at the front is so friendly. She said this is a family run business, her parents opened the restaurant 33 years ago. Now her and her brothers run it. I will def be back soon. This will be my go to for pho from now on.
Dorian H.
I personally do think this is the best pho on island. Located in the cultural center makes it an easy accessible restaurant for anyone. The service is always so friendly and served really quick at least in my experience. I've been coming here ever since I was a kid and ill always come back as long as they're here.
Lynn N.
This place has the best Bun Bo Hue! I've been going here ever since I was little and it never lets us down. We always get the summer rolls here. I think their peanut sauce is made a bit differently but whatever it is, it is super addicting! The workers are super friendly and the restaurant is very clean.
Rachelle C.
I love that this pho place is open early. I work in a hospital night shift, and I always come here post shift in the morning when I feel like having some warm food before heading home. The combination pho and the spring rolls are my go to order. The place is clean, have parking in the structure and the vegetables are fresh and clean.
Sang “JohnLee” Moon
At pho combination for $13 tax included and $2 tip. The broth was very refreshing and it tasted so good. I have been to this place many times in the past and their pho broth is always so refreshing and good. I definitely recommend this place for a Vietnamese pho noodle.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
S M.
At pho combination for $13 tax included and $2 tip. The broth was very refreshing and it tasted so good. I have been to this place many times in the past and their pho broth is always so refreshing and good. I definitely recommend this place for a Vietnamese pho noodle. Their correct address is at 1250 Maunakea St inside the Chinese Cultural Center on the ground flloor entrance from the Maunakea St.
Angel S.
I've come here about a handful amount of times over the span of many years. Place is clean everytime I've went. Came to this location on a holiday at 12:30 pm and was seated within 5 minutes. I ordered the coconut juice, 6 piece spring rolls and #12 (pho with tons of different meats). Food was a 10/10 and service was a 10/10. Food came hot and ready. The last time I've came was without a doubt, the reason this place deserves a 10/10. I came in at 3:50pm with the hope I can at least do take-out (place closes at 4:00pm) and gave me and my party permission to dine in if we wanted because they were still cleaning. They were so welcoming and kind and everyone greeted me and thanked me for stopping by when I walked in and out of the restaurant. This time I ordered the coconut juice, 6 piece spring rolls and cold noodles with spring rolls. AMAZING! Have to try the cold noodles with spring rolls and the sauce. Super good!! I couldn't even wait to take a photo!
I shared an order of the Summer Rolls with shrimp and a bowl of vegetable with tofu pho. The broth was delicious. The restaurant is located in a deserted center.
Brennan H.
Decided to try this place out as it was open early on Sunday morning. It was fairly crowded at 8:30am but we were able to get a seat. Server came quickly with water and utensils and menu. After a few minutes he came back to take our order. The order took about 5min to come out. I had the medium combination pho. The broth had a good flavor and the meats inside were good. Only thing is I didn't get any tripe in my combination, so was hoping for that. I will explicitly ask for it to be included. Definitely a good choice for a quick bowl of pho.
Makani I.
Pho Huong Lan undeniably stands as a premier pho establishment within both the Hawaiian and American culinary landscapes. Revered for its culinary prowess, the establishment's offerings, particularly the spring rolls and summer rolls in both fried and non-fried iterations, have garnered widespread acclaim. Personally invested since the early 1990s, I have borne witness to the establishment's consistent dedication to culinary excellence. A distinctive hallmark of Pho Huong Lan lies in the exceptional clarity and delectable nature of its soup broths. The carefully curated flavors of the broths manifest as a testament to the establishment's unwavering commitment to producing unparalleled gustatory experiences. It is within these broths that the embodiment of culinary mastery is encapsulated. While Pho Huong Lan boasts an impressive repertoire of offerings, one is left to ponder the potential enhancement of its menu through the inclusion of Vietnamese beef stew. This contemplation stems from a desire to see the establishment's culinary expertise applied to yet another venerable dish within the Vietnamese culinary canon. The prospect of such an addition elicits anticipation and curiosity among connoisseurs and patrons alike. Conclusively, Pho Huong Lan stands as an esteemed destination for aficionados of the renowned Vietnamese noodle soup, pho. The establishment's consistent delivery of flavors, particularly evident in its spring rolls and summer rolls, has garnered my steadfast patronage since the 1990s. A defining feature of its culinary offerings lies in the exemplary quality of its soup broths, a testament to its culinary acumen. While already celebrated, the establishment's culinary repertoire might further evolve with the contemplation of introducing Vietnamese beef stew. In light of these attributes, I wholeheartedly recommend Pho Huong Lan to individuals with an affinity for pho and a discerning palate.
YMK WEBFEST
It’s very delicious Vietnamese
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
B. Huma
Portions are small for what you pay for. Usually pho comes with a decent amount of greens to add in your broth, did not expect to get the minimal. Generally dislike posting negative reviews, hoping this gets them to give at least a little more veggies to people.
Comfortable pho with a mild tasting soup base. Excellent fried spring roll. Reasonable fee to use parking structure. Some MSG.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Spring Roll, Pho Combination
Favorite amongst Pho shops ???
Had an opportunity recently to come back to the island for a visit and the must have on my list was PHL. I remember when I was in school this place was on my weekly rotation, sometimes even twice a week. Not sure if it's due to being in college and started drinking and this is ALWAYS a good cure for hangovers, but PHL always hits the spot. Not only their combo pho, but also their spring rolls. One thing I don't get elsewhere that this place is so thoughtful, is they cut the lettuce to the exact size for rolling on the outside of the spring rolls. Add a little mint, you got the perfect combo. Also, rarely in Colorado the pho places would leave out the baby sauce dishes, I always have to ask for it. My favorite way to eat pho is to dip the sauce and not drench the soup... and when you eat at PHL, you need to taste the soup. It's just that good. If they used any msg my body couldn't tell, it just tastes like it's slow simmered for hours.... And I'm not tired after. The meat ball is also a whole small meatball cut in half, not sliced flat pieces that does not look like it's a meatball. Most of the time, those sliced meatball has a weird taste... not here at PHL. I always get the combo pho, everything is so delicately sliced, the tendon is super tender, the tripe smells clean, the beef is all so tender too. It's been 20 years since I moved away, and one of the owners was looking at me like she knew me - she said, you look so familiar... I let her knew I was a long time kama'aina that moved away... but before I did I visited every week, even when I moved away from Honolulu to Makakilo. I also really love their sate chili sauce. Come to find out they use this specific kind that can really be found on the island that's from Thailand. It's spicy and savory. They sell the jars here if you'd like to take one home or you could find it in any of the Vietnamese mom and pop grocers in Chinatown. Thanks to Ann and her siblings/family for sharing decades of deliciousness. Please keep going strong so I can still come back to enjoy your family tradition. If you're in HNL, please come support them.
1000000% the best pho restaurant on Oahu. Legiiiiit flavor. I grew up in LA with some of the best pho restaurants everrrr. When I moved to oahu 15 years ago- I automatically thought there would be some legit pho restaurants but I found myself disappointed over and over again. I have found a few other spots that are good but nothing that compares to the bowl of pho I just had at pho Huong Lan. You can tell their pot is seasoned... the rich flavors are perfection. The service is quick- efficient. Typical Vietnamese style. The woman at the front is so friendly. She said this is a family run business, her parents opened the restaurant 33 years ago. Now her and her brothers run it. I will def be back soon. This will be my go to for pho from now on.
I personally do think this is the best pho on island. Located in the cultural center makes it an easy accessible restaurant for anyone. The service is always so friendly and served really quick at least in my experience. I've been coming here ever since I was a kid and ill always come back as long as they're here.
This place has the best Bun Bo Hue! I've been going here ever since I was little and it never lets us down. We always get the summer rolls here. I think their peanut sauce is made a bit differently but whatever it is, it is super addicting! The workers are super friendly and the restaurant is very clean.
I love that this pho place is open early. I work in a hospital night shift, and I always come here post shift in the morning when I feel like having some warm food before heading home. The combination pho and the spring rolls are my go to order. The place is clean, have parking in the structure and the vegetables are fresh and clean.
At pho combination for $13 tax included and $2 tip. The broth was very refreshing and it tasted so good. I have been to this place many times in the past and their pho broth is always so refreshing and good. I definitely recommend this place for a Vietnamese pho noodle.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
At pho combination for $13 tax included and $2 tip. The broth was very refreshing and it tasted so good. I have been to this place many times in the past and their pho broth is always so refreshing and good. I definitely recommend this place for a Vietnamese pho noodle. Their correct address is at 1250 Maunakea St inside the Chinese Cultural Center on the ground flloor entrance from the Maunakea St.
I've come here about a handful amount of times over the span of many years. Place is clean everytime I've went. Came to this location on a holiday at 12:30 pm and was seated within 5 minutes. I ordered the coconut juice, 6 piece spring rolls and #12 (pho with tons of different meats). Food was a 10/10 and service was a 10/10. Food came hot and ready. The last time I've came was without a doubt, the reason this place deserves a 10/10. I came in at 3:50pm with the hope I can at least do take-out (place closes at 4:00pm) and gave me and my party permission to dine in if we wanted because they were still cleaning. They were so welcoming and kind and everyone greeted me and thanked me for stopping by when I walked in and out of the restaurant. This time I ordered the coconut juice, 6 piece spring rolls and cold noodles with spring rolls. AMAZING! Have to try the cold noodles with spring rolls and the sauce. Super good!! I couldn't even wait to take a photo!
Restaurantji Recommends
I shared an order of the Summer Rolls with shrimp and a bowl of vegetable with tofu pho. The broth was delicious. The restaurant is located in a deserted center.
Decided to try this place out as it was open early on Sunday morning. It was fairly crowded at 8:30am but we were able to get a seat. Server came quickly with water and utensils and menu. After a few minutes he came back to take our order. The order took about 5min to come out. I had the medium combination pho. The broth had a good flavor and the meats inside were good. Only thing is I didn't get any tripe in my combination, so was hoping for that. I will explicitly ask for it to be included. Definitely a good choice for a quick bowl of pho.
Pho Huong Lan undeniably stands as a premier pho establishment within both the Hawaiian and American culinary landscapes. Revered for its culinary prowess, the establishment's offerings, particularly the spring rolls and summer rolls in both fried and non-fried iterations, have garnered widespread acclaim. Personally invested since the early 1990s, I have borne witness to the establishment's consistent dedication to culinary excellence. A distinctive hallmark of Pho Huong Lan lies in the exceptional clarity and delectable nature of its soup broths. The carefully curated flavors of the broths manifest as a testament to the establishment's unwavering commitment to producing unparalleled gustatory experiences. It is within these broths that the embodiment of culinary mastery is encapsulated. While Pho Huong Lan boasts an impressive repertoire of offerings, one is left to ponder the potential enhancement of its menu through the inclusion of Vietnamese beef stew. This contemplation stems from a desire to see the establishment's culinary expertise applied to yet another venerable dish within the Vietnamese culinary canon. The prospect of such an addition elicits anticipation and curiosity among connoisseurs and patrons alike. Conclusively, Pho Huong Lan stands as an esteemed destination for aficionados of the renowned Vietnamese noodle soup, pho. The establishment's consistent delivery of flavors, particularly evident in its spring rolls and summer rolls, has garnered my steadfast patronage since the 1990s. A defining feature of its culinary offerings lies in the exemplary quality of its soup broths, a testament to its culinary acumen. While already celebrated, the establishment's culinary repertoire might further evolve with the contemplation of introducing Vietnamese beef stew. In light of these attributes, I wholeheartedly recommend Pho Huong Lan to individuals with an affinity for pho and a discerning palate.
It’s very delicious Vietnamese
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Portions are small for what you pay for. Usually pho comes with a decent amount of greens to add in your broth, did not expect to get the minimal. Generally dislike posting negative reviews, hoping this gets them to give at least a little more veggies to people.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 4