Pho 75
823 Adams Ave, Philadelphia, PA, 19124
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823 Adams Ave
Philadelphia, PA, 19124 - Phone (215) 743-8845
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Specialities
- Takes Reservations : No
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : No
Good For : Lunch
Parking : Private Lot
Bike Parking : No
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Casual
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : No
Outdoor Seating : No
Wi-Fi : No
Has TV : No
Waiter Service : Yes
Caters : No
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Jackie D.
I've been here twice and both times it's been the best beef pho I've ever eaten. I can't say enough good things. The only drawback is trying to park during a busy time, that parking lot is CRAZY. It's well worth the trip to get a delicious and exceptional bowl of pho. Don't think too hard, just go!
(5)R R.
If all you're in the mood for is pho, then here's your spot. As the name implies, the soup is all the restaurant mainly serves, and little else. The broth is flavorful, the service is quick, and the meals are cheap. What more can you ask for? Well, a more expanded menu would be nice. But this place is a one trick pony for good reason. They make good pho and they serve quickly. The small parking lot can sometimes be a bit of a problem, but typically ok
(3)Peter N.
Haven't been here for awhile. The pho is decent and tastes clean (not too oily), but it was a bit bland. They also mixed up our order - I got a pho with steak (in the side) and tripe and meatball. Wife got just the tendon pho. My meatballs was in her pho. Not sure how much the meatball cost as extra, but they only gave me 3 pieces. And it wasn't 3 meatballs - looks more like one meatball sliced in thirds. I got my steak on the side so I could cook the steak to my liking with the broth. And while the broth came out hot, it wasn't piping hot. So it was not hot enough to thoroughly cook my steak. The vegetables were fresh, and the food came out super quick (faster than McDonalds to be honest). I got my fix and I am full. I would return, but only if other options weren't available.
(3)Gerald S.
Pho 75 on Adams Avenue does only one thing, but it does it very well. Beef Pho in all its variations still makes for a fairly limited menu, but on the other hand makes for easy choices. Round Eye, Tendon, Tripe, etc., are all there in either a regular or large size. Their bowls are smaller than in other shops, but still big enough to completely fill your belly with very good beef broth, rice noodles, onion and a load of selected cow parts, to which you can add fresh Thai Basil, Sprouts, Jalapeno slices, and Lemon(not lime) Squeeze. If Beef Pho is your yen, then you will be quite content here, because the steaming bowls flow quickly from the kitchen, and are very tasty and filling. Just be sure you are not looking for a full course meal, because that won't happen. No apps. No com (rice). No Binh Mi. No sweets. No Pho Ga. They do offer coffee and a few other drinks. So, what's the problem? The restaurant has little atmosphere; tables and heavy stackable chairs without the semblance of comfort. The service is efficient with no effort to interact with the customers beyond perfunctory order taking and fast delivery. The place is a bit worn out and could use some TLC. Most significantly, it is CASH ONLY, with a little ATM sitting near to the cashier. For a business with five outlets in the region, that is another indication of lack of concern for the patron. Certainly they have the roots in the community and relationships with financial institutions to be able to offer a credit card option. Bottom Line - While the pho is quite good, if restricted in options, the surrounding elements within make Pho 75 a less than desirable destination for my Vietnamese fix. There are too many nicer, friendlier, more comforting joints, to make this place "go to."
(3)Shawn B.
I stopped here with a good friend, who suggested Pho75 . I had the Chef Special #6 first I was impressed with the size of my bowl of Pho. The broth was well seasoned, and it was loaded with meat! All at a very inexpensive price... I'll be back Good food, fast service and great prices!
(5)Neil S.
I've been going to Pho75 for 15 years and the food has always been outstanding. It's always served hot and fresh.
(5)Ken P.
AVOID if you are vegetarian! No veggie options at all. Nothing. They took my order for "vegetarian pho" plus two of use clarified that we are vegetarians, so "no meat at all please." Didn't seem to be a problem, until they brought out beef broth. They could not (or would not) even boil water for me! ...sat with nothing to eat while a table of friends ate. We will never come back here again.
(1)G H.
Excellent and true to its billing pho restaurant. Went here for breakfast ( pho IS breakfast food!) today and it was delicious. I feel compelled to comment on the 1 star review given in response to the lack of vegetarian food. Pho is NOT a vegetarian dish! If you get vegetarian pho...it's NOT pho! The menu has absolutely NO vegetarian options. So...to order vegetarian pho at a traditional pho restaurant that offers no vegetarian option and then to criticize them and rate them low on Yelp is a JACKASS kinda' thing to do! Seriously! If you're looking for traditional pho served in traditional ways ( here in Philly, anyway) this place won't disappoint.
(4)Zanna H.
I cannot believe I never reviewed this place until now. This is my pho place in the NE for years. They are consistently good and when it is crazy cold outside all you really want is to drown your chills in a bowl of broth and noodles the size of your head. There are places closer to my home that are pho soup centered but I skip them and go here instead. Note that they are cash only.
(4)Nicole R.
I came here recently with some friends who rave about this place. Its a no frills, cafeteria-like type of place. It was my first time having pho & I loved it! The food came out quickly & was delicious. I had chicken (white meat) pho, and it was perfect. I suggest getting the regular size, the portions are very big! My boyfriend got their drip coffee with condensed milk & can not stop talking about how good it was. I will be back!
(5)Miss WineandDine P.
Love this place. Great spot to cure a hangover or for a great fresh meal. Wish it was open 24/7.
(5)Brian T.
Done just right, perfect Pho spot in North Philly. They have a few other noodle soups, but only noodle soup. The service is quick, precise and they lay down the best Pho I've had in Philly. The broth is perfect, adn they don't skimp on the meats in the pho.
(5)Scott V.
I've been coming here every morning for 2 years faithfully. this is my favorite pho spot in Philly. correction *was* I'm so disappointed in what I saw this morning. so while I was eating as I'm looking inside their kitchen, I see a guy blowing his nose in the sink and wipes it with his hands. walked out the kitchen to serve customers their food. then he walks back in the kitchen picking his nose. I ordered two deluxe pho, 2 side of raw me and the scallion with the bone oil, didn't touch it. paid and left. I'm so sorry for this place. now off to find a new spot.
(1)Debby H.
Pho so delicious! I loved every bite. I'm glad I was with someone who is Vietnamese since there is nothing but pho on the menu & I wasn't sure which to get. She also instructed me re various condiments. Finished off my bowl of goodness with a Vietnamese coffee so dark, sweet and rich that I could easily compare it to ice cream.
(5)Tim W.
Simple, affordable, delicious. The hype is real - these guys know how to make a mean bowl of pho! For those looking for a full variety of Vietnamese dishes, 5 star service and decor, look elsewhere - this place serves ONLY pho, apart from some desserts and drinks. Honestly though, you most likely won't need anything else other than one bowl of their amazing pho, which comes in a small and a large size. The small is more than enough to fill the average person up, but pho lovers and people who generally eat monstrous amounts of food can upgrade to the large size for not much more money. You'll get your bowl within a minute or two after ordering, which is a big plus for the hungry! One thing that many restaurants do wrong when it comes to pho is in the broth; many places make their broth with a stock which results in a very unnatural taste, or make a very weak tasting broth. The broth that Pho 75 delivers is top notch; flavourful, filling, and all-natural from the bone. The noodles were also cooked very well and not overcooked, while the beef had a very nice flavour of its own that can be distinguished from the broth. I only wish that the ratio of noodle to meat was more balanced out; there seemed to be more noodles than beef in my bowl. Service is alright, but don't expect five-star service from a little pho shop, or most other cheap Asian restaurants, for that matter. Oh, and free parking - a big plus! Just be wary that the lot tends to fill up. Overall - while it's not very convenient to get to for those living outside of South Philly, it's still my new go-to place for pho, especially with the parking situation!
(4)Tara C.
Best pho in the area. I wish they were closer, I would go 3 times a week. The broth is amazing and so many noodles I can't eat them all. Great prices and fast service. CASH ONLY, but worth the headache. :)
(5)Angel I.
I'm officially over and disappointed in Pho 75. Service here is terrible, and it doesn't make a difference if you talk to the manager. The manager doesn't care, Pho 75 thinks they are the big shots with pho in the area. In fact, I got attitude when I was providing feedback to the manager. It doesn't matter if you're a regular every week. For example, you have to ask 3 times to get tea...we didn't get tea until we talked to the manager and we were about halfway though our meal. And they only gave 2 tea cups even though there were 3 of us. When you order your pho, they don't give you the correct pho, you have to look at the Bowl and guess which one is yours. I am going to find a new Pho place that actually appreciates business from regular customers. Message me if you have favorite pho places in the Philadelphia and Northeast Philadelphia area.
(1)Mike Z.
Stopped in with friends, all our first time here, all walked away satisfied. What is not great about a big bowl of hot noodles, meat, and broth in the morning after a night of partying? Throw in the extras and the siracha and boom, amazing. Pretty good value as well. A perfect breakfast/brunch in the cold winter.
(4)Jay V.
Oh my lanta, the trip down here was crazy. Thanks, Google Maps, for the nice tour of Bridesburg. Coulda done without that! Was recommended this place by a coworker who goes there every Saturday to eat Pho. Like, there are other places only half the distance away. I just know that I liked the food and wish it was closer.
(4)Joanna R.
Only giving two stars because the pho is only ok at best but the service was horrible. I ordered hot tea for my beverage and I had to request it three times before it finally arrived. Also, two people in my group had to send their pho back because their orders were wrong. When they pointed out the "mix-up," the employee gave them serious attitude. Will definitely not be returning to this establishment!
(2)Kerry A.
I am ashamed to not have reviewed the one Pho place that I visit with great regularity and have been a loyal customer since 1997 ! Consistently good Pho. Is it the greatest Pho out there ... no. Is it the most reliable bowl of steamy soup-for-the-soul ... a resounding YES. My 5 stars comes with great love and a history with this place. I came here with my first significant other and we were weekly regulars for years. I continued to come even after we broke up. I come when I don't feel good and when I leave, I feel better. I come when I have been deeply sad and my mood is altered after I have been nourished. This is more than just soup at this place ... this is medicine for anything that ails. There is great nostalgia here for me and Pho 75 has never let me down. Best Pho Ga I will say that. Many places don't do the broth or the meat well like this place does. And ... you can get vinegared onions (if you are a fan of this sort of taste like me) and it's not on the menu, so you just ask for it. That tidbit was from watching Vietnamese folks ordering it, then lathering them in Sriracha -- it's an incredible addition to the Pho !
(5)Diana P.
best pho place ever. love the broth, the meat - i always order the gan, nam and gau. i believe that's fatty brisket, tendon and skin flank. That's my favorite combination of meats to add to my regular bowl of pho. Setting is not the greatest, but it's a quick stop. The service is really fast. I don't go to any other place for pho to be honest. only downside is that they only serve pho - no other viet dishes except for coffee and some viet desserts which i have yet to try.
(5)Yohan N.
WOW. There's this one place in Atlanta where I always tell people that it has the best pho... but i can't say that anymore after today. Came here for lunch on my own and the pho here was pho-reaking delicious. Like many of the reviews already, the broth is what did it for me. Price (Large 6.95, Regular 5.95) / Quantity ratio was just right, Meat / Noodles ratio was perfect, and basil, bean sprouts, jalapenos, and lime were sufficient. However, the broth was full of flavor. I almost didn't want to put any hoison and siracha in my broth which I always do. The first flavor I tasted was the beef in the broth - well done. Then as I started to mix around the broth and drank some more, the other flavors started to kick in - cloves, ginger, fish sauce, onion, cinnamon, etc... can't even name it all. One down (it's not really even a down) side is that they don't serve banh mi here. I just love doing a small pho with a sandwich. great combo. But couldn't do that here. Oh wells. I read the restaurant next door has some good banh mi so that will probably be my next review. Few Tips: Cash only, pay at cash register, located in a plaza, and the map location on yelp is wrong. It's located where Thien Tan is and not where it says it is on yelp. Google map it for more accurate directions.
(5)Mark P.
This Pho is the best and most consistently good Pho in the Philly area. Broth is tasty and neither beef or chicken is over or undercooked. Service is quick and you can't beat the price.
(4)Rich B.
Thanks fellow yelpers for steering me right again. Passed by this place so many times, but never went in. Used to be a Pho Hoa down the road that I thought was great. They are since gone, so I tried Pho 75. So glad I did; as pho was probably the best I had in Philly & much better than Pho Hoa. Excellent broth; as well as better quality(and quantity of meats) than most places. Got the eye round & well-done brisket. A small (regular) serving was more than enough and was $7 and change. Tasty, filling and fast. I walked in around 11:00 a.m.; placed my order and it was ready to go in less than 5 minutes. Can't wait to return.
(4)Eric Y.
Having eaten pho all over Vietnam as well as the US and Canada I will go on record as saying this is one if not the best out there. The broth is exceptional and the atmosphere and presentation is the closest I've seen to the pho restaurants in Vietnam especially in HCM. Highly recommended!
(5)Cam T.
When I asked for a favor, the waiter gave an attitude. Asking for more soup because the bow is so small with a ton of noodle inside, no space to add veggies, they said it's gonna be $4 extra. Money is nothing, but the customer service is the worst. Never again
(1)Sau C.
This is the best Pho in Philly and i guess it's a good thing since they don't have much else. Prices are reasonable but i do wish that they served a few more items that one would generally find at a Pho/Viet restaurant
(4)Angel T.
I've been here twice already & am looking forward to going back for more. Just remember too have some cash on hand cause they don't take credit cards here. I ordered it to go & it wasn't too bad of a wait.
(5)Shereen C.
Pho 75 pretty much serves variations on one thing: pho (Vietnamese soup noodle). So if you're not in the mood for pho, you probably shouldn't come here. That's just what they do. The Pho is pretty good: Beef broth is tasty (though not the best I've had in Philly). Tendon is very soft. Also, you can get the steak rare at the table if you ask for it, so you can cook it yourself in the broth. Pho is served w/ bean sprouts, lime & sprigs of Thai basil. There are other places in Philly I prefer -- e.g. at Pho Ha, the beef seems better & the broth is more flavourful -- but Pho 75's pho is quite good & the beef tendon is great. 3.5
(4)Bryanerick R.
Best place to get pho in Philadelphia. Been coming to this place regularly for the past 8 years. Place is very clean, prices are reasonable for a good sized serving. Sometimes the language barrier makes it hard to communicate however once they understand what you're asking for they'll get it with haste. The pho has the best broth taste I've ever been to. Everything is always consistently fresh and tasty. Only thing I wish this place had was springs rolls.
(5)Ji Y.
Best damn pho ever. I've been coming here for years and never regretted. The soup...the SOUP!!!! it's ecstasy in your mouth. The other pho restaurants use too damn much msg, but this place is perfect. I'll never stop coming here.
(5)Jason A.
Pho comes out in less than 5 minutes, and it's the best broth you'll get around the area. What more do you need from a pho place?
(5)Josh K.
I've not had the Pho but their vietnamese sandwiches are AMAZING. They are dirt cheap and just incredibly delicious! If I worked near this place I would have it for lunch every day I'm sure.
(4)Mallory D.
I am by no means a pho expert, but I know enough to determine that Pho 75 is definitely not the best around. For starters, they don't offer any type of apps. Nary a spring roll. I found that to be very strange. The pho was fine, but I have had better. The servings weren't as large as other places I have been. I also think their menu needs to be fine tuned...I ended up having to go off the menu and do a little create your own pho situation since I didn't like any of their offerings, much to the chagrin of our server. Don't even get me started on the looks of this place either. It is set up in a weird cafeteria fashion, so we ended up sitting pretty close to perfect strangers. Never fun.
(2)Sophia L.
The only reason i'm still giving it 2 stars, is because the Pho is so good! The 2 stars belong to the food. The loss of the 2 stars from my previous review is because the service, being that IT IS a restaurant is non-existent, they just sit around, and talk. No effort to make the dining experience more pleasurable. Today was a big no no, i think it was the owner or manager, all of a sudden during our meal, started yelling like crazy in their native language at the staff. I like to enjoy my meals, service or not, but the fact that for 15 to 20 minutes, I had to hear extremely loud and intrusive yelling was unbelievable. Of course noone offered an apology for the rudeness and the interruption of our peaceful meal, because they don't give a diddly crap about customer service here, which really causes me to think, is the Pho really that good to come back here, there are like 50 other Pho restaurants all within a 30 minute drive, maybe I'll just have to try the other locations.
(2)Renee S.
Love, love, love this place!!! The broth is to die for and is always consistent. I would eat this everyday if I could!! The restaurant itself is very bare bones but clean, and the food comes out quickly!
(5)Yoo S.
I always do carry out but let me tell you...THE BEST PHO EVER! The broth is delicious and I love the noodles! I just wish they put more onions! And I love how I never have to wait for my takeout! I call 5 mins before and it's always ready when I get there! I wish they do rice and rolls.
(5)Jill M.
I live in northeast Philly, and this is the closest place to me to go to for Pho. Atmosphere, location, and staff blow, but the Pho was delicious. I got a regular size, and it was HUGE, and cheap!!! I got the white meat chicken, though all of the red meat options were apealing, to be a little more on the healthy side. They were generous with the chicken, and it was tender and juicy. The broth was SOOOOOO yummy, and the plate if peppers, sprouts, and seasonings made it even better. I will definately be back!!! ( I would of given it 5 stars it the people working there weren't so weird and the place so ugly). The only reason this place doesn't get 5 stars is because the inside isn't all that nice and the staff at times r a little weird, but the Pho is excellent. I always get the white meat chicken, and they give u generous servings of tender chicken. The broth is excellent, tons of noodles, and tons of veggies etc... on the side to add to the soup. I can't even finish a small, (which is only $5.95), I can't even imagine what a large is like!!! Also, the ice coffee with sweetened condensed milk is SOOOOOO good!!! Luv this place :-)
(4)Gina M.
If you've looked at my last couple yelps, they have all been about pho places. I've been on a pho kick and this place just did not do it for me. I don't know about you, but when eating pho, I enjoy an appetizer since essentially, you're just eating soup. This place, if you get in alive since the neighborhood is horrible, ONLY sells pho! I don't like that the soda came in cans. That's just tacky. The pho itself was okay. Definitely had better though. But I feel like if I risked my life in the parking lot, I should be able to get a freaking spring roll!
(2)Jen W.
I have been coming to this place with my family for over 18 years. We lived near by when I was a kid and ended up going there out of convenience. We moved to the other side of Philly but we always end up coming by here at least twice a month. For most of my life, we went here every Sunday as a family outing. The broth soup is delicious and I can't get the same taste elsewhere. The manager is a good friend of ours and always knows what I want to order (#16 Large. The meatball). The "three-colors" aka "rainbow ice" is good. The "longan" drink is the best of all the other places I've been. They always give me extra bowls for my family to share. Very clean. Ambiance is clear and has traditional Viet music. If you're not into it, it's fine because it's not annoying. I have tried everything on the menu and I enjoy it all. If you don't have time to dine in, as for everything to-go and in "dry" containers. You can simply boil the broth and add the noodles + meat. Let it slightly boil for about 5-8 minutes depending on how much you put in. Voila! I always get it to go and bring it back to college in Allentown. Con: Cash only. I'm a plastic girl and I tend to forget.
(5)Sam C.
They basically only do one thing, Pho (noodle soup), but they do it VERY VERY well. By far, the best I have ever had in PA! The broth is very flavorful, the noodles perfectly cooked, the meat are tender, and vegetables fresh. Service is VERY fast. The food came out almost immediately. Place looked clean and well lit. Prices are good. This is a chain and there are a several locations throughout the city but in my opinion, this location is the best. The random misc items they had on the menu (desserts, beverages) were top notch too. If I absolutely had to pick a fault, I wished the fish sauce on the table was more tangy and didn't have hints of mushroom/oyster. Just a minor personal preference.
(5)Michael F.
Yes, Pho 75 is a chain... so what, it still has solid Pho offerings! At $6.75 for a large, you certainly will be happy with the portions. And don't worry, a large isn't just more broth and a few extra noodles. The meat, noodles, and broth are solid, but this location loses a star because the bean sprouts look a little sad. Also, be warned - this place gets packed during lunch and service can be slow - especially considering Pho is the only item on the menu! FYI... Cash Only!
(3)Stephanie W.
Pho-king incredible. Stopped here for a quick lunch and ordered the #14. It was so perfect I almost cried. I have nothing to compare it to because this was my first pho experience but the broth was delicious and the service was QUICK.
(5)bobbyjack s.
Pho 75 was my first experience with Pho. I was introduced to it years ago by a dear friend. I've gone to a few other places (like the one on Bustleton and County Line owned by the Russian mob that sucks... no names mentioned!). I rarely get down to this part of the Lower NE. It's literally a stone's throw from where I grew up. I happened to be in the 'hood last week and was jonesin' for pho. My first experience here was rather weird. I was the only non-Asian. I felt like all eyes were on me. Wha? Can you tell I still haven't mastered chopsticks yet?! lol I didn't see that they were closing at 8p and it was quarter of already. I walked in, was immediately seated and within 3 minutes a steaming bowl of heaven -- steak and tripe (I didn't order the tripe, just steak, but that's alright. It melted in my mouth. Delish!) was in front of me with all of the fixin's. I was in my glory. The staff waited graciously until I slurped the last drop from my bowl. It seemed that had kicked out the other stragglers before me. I forgot it was cash only so I had to run across Adams Ave to tap MAC. They didn't seem to mind. I came back, paid up and got a warm thank you as I left. There may be better pho places (that I haven't discovered yet), but it is absolutely worth visiting... and avoiding the unnamed place on Bustleton Avenue that's owned by the Ruskies. lol
(4)L B.
This is by far my favorite Pho spot. They only have pho on the menu, so don't go there expecting appetizers. There are none and they won't be missed. The flavor of the broth along with the mix of veggies and herbs make this my first choice in Pho.
(5)Dave H.
Pho 75 sells tasty pho - that's Vietnamese noodle soup - not sure how authentic it is, but everytime I eat here, there are lots of asians eating there too! Think their logo looks familiar? Turns out there are multiple Pho 75 locations in Philadelphia AND out of state. This is the first Pho 75 I've ever been to in my life, and service is always brutally efficient. They take your order in a flash - look down their menu and tell your waiter what you want - and your soup comes out (of their pho vats in the back, I'm sure) to your table just as quickly. Pho 75 is a dependable, inexpensive standby when you're in the mood for noodles. Pho real. After you're done, go next door to Cafe Saigon and get some banh mi (Vietnamese hoagies) while you're at it!
(4)Robert B.
I experienced this location just a week ago. It was low cost. Had the appearance of a cafeteria. But, the food was outstanding so who cares about ambience? The soup came out quickly from the time we ordered it. No pretentiousness or bothering for more items. I simply went with a co-workers recommendation for Pho with chicken. It was delicious and came with fresh herbs to put in the soup. I gladly did and I am still not certain what it was. Flavorful with everybite. I would gladly go here again and recommend it to anyone wanting Pho.
(4)Eileen S.
Definitely the better pho place in the area. I have been visiting this place for steamy bowls of tasty pho for more than 15 years, frequently then and occasionally now since I am out of the area. They only serve pho and beverages here, yup pho real. If you want a rice dish or something else, you will have to go elsewhere. Service is efficient, not necessarily friendly but definitely not rude, the kind of service you would expect at a noodle house.
(4)Ming Y.
Not the best I have ever had, but not the worse either. They specialize on pho and pho only, no other appetizers, you can add the meat however you want into the soup, including tendons, tripes, and other items. The bowl comes in small, medium, or large. People don't really speak good English here but they are very friendly, and the prices are reasonable too. It is CASH ONLY. The soup base is authentic enough, but it can be hit or miss depends on the day :) come at your own risk :)
(2)Pete L.
It seems hard to believe, but I have been eating here since 1996. They have a framed article from the Philadelphia Inquirer Magazine on the wall, it's dated 1995. It has been consistently good, quality food. Fresh ingredients, they roast bones, no bullshitting around with soup base full of MSG. Fresh meats, sprouts and jalapenos every time. Great speedy service. It's not the most fancy schamncy place, but it is good, cheap and fun. It cures hangovers, too, opens at 9 am.
(5)Michael L.
This place is Good. Nothing too special about this place. The food was good. Solid choice if you're in the mood for Vietnamese Pho. The people working there are nice. I got the basic House Pho. The special with with every kind of meat. (what are those meatballs made out of anyway?) It was good. I also got the Vietnamese Ice Coffee. Good. and for dessert I got this Che Bau Ma gelatin dessert. Delicious! That's what makes this place 3 stars as opposed to 2 stars. it was very suttle. it was sweet, but not too much. it was good. In other words, don't expect anything too great here just quick, fast service with good Pho.
(3)Tim P.
Delicious broth and they don't skimp on the meat. The tendon is nice and soft. The only complaint I have is that the last time I was there the place was empty except for myself and one other person and I found it almost impossible to get a refill on my drink. I finally had to go up to the counter and ask the guy at the register. With that said; I'll still go back. As a matter of fact writing this review has made me crave a bowl. I think I'll head over to Pho75 right now.
(4)Robert T.
This place is my alpha and omega of Pho currently. It was my first and my most recent bowl of the wonderful marrow-y goodness. Thank god it was one of the best bowls then and damn have they still got it. In the 10 years since having a bowl here I have easily been to over 50 other Vietnamese restaurants between Maine and as far away as Australia and have had Pho in almost all of them. I consider myself to be an aficionado of the dish and have spent years perfecting my own personal recipe. My background aside, this place does one thing and they do it well. Some of the reviews in here really annoy me. You gave them two stars because they didn't have spring rolls and your side sprouts were a little old and not as crisp as you'd like. Boo HOOO. (this is one of those first world problems issues for which I poop on) The utilitarian nature of this place doesn't promise anything else. Their name is Pho 75. Not appetizers and ambiance 75. They do Pho and they do it well. If you want a spring roll bring it with you next time they probably wouldn't care if you did! The service this Sunday was quick and efficient. The sprouts were full and crisp, and the basil was too. My side of tendon meatball were delectable. The salty lemonade was as good as i've had anywhere else. I went with my friend Clifford who lives in town and was also with me the time I got my first bowl. It was such a fun trip down memory lane and I really enjoyed coming full circle. I think it speaks to the nature of the dedication of the owners and cooks here. They are obviously doing pretty well in a cut throat business to last so long surrounded by competition in that area of south Philly. Bravo Pho 75 ! Bravo! You have a customer for life anytime i'm in Philly and I've got a hankering for that beefy stuff. I only give them a 4 because I am hoping somewhere out there on gods green wide earth that I can get a better bowl. I'm still waiting. This was very near the top of the pile in my book. thank you Pho 75! NEVER CHANGE. You can get some good spring rolls though. I won't complain like these other undecipherable know nothing pho-tards.
(4)Belle P.
I love pho. This is my favorite pho spot in Philly because the broth is just delish! They also have locations in South Philly and Chinatown. I've been to all three as well as the one in Virgina and they are all consistently good! I usually get steak and tripe and the tripe is really good and chewy there so that's all I can really vouch for. The service is always really quick. It's also cash only and they don't have any appetizers or rice dishes- just pho and dessert drinks. It's great for a quick, satisfying bite!
(5)Rome M.
I have been going to this branch of Pho 75 for the last 13 years, and I have never been disappointed (except for a couple of times when we went and they were closed). For under $7, you get a heaping bowl of glutinous yet tender rice noodles, generous serving of thinly sliced flank and round steak (my choice of meat - I think that's #11 on their menu), chopped cilantro and scallions, all swimming in piping hot and incredibly flavourful broth. Just squeeze some lime juice and drop a ring or two of jalapeños, and you're all set to dive into the best bowl of pho you could ever have. Aside from traditional Vietnamese desserts and beverages, noodle soup is the only thing on their menu. Don't expect good service or cozy ambience; this place is only intended to satisfy your craving for no frills, inexpensive, comfort food pho.
(5)Valerie K.
There is no best medicine for a common cold (or a hangover) than a nice big plate of hot pho with a bunch of ciracha (spell?) hot sauce on top... And there is no better place to fill out ur "prescription" than Pho 75.... An accidental discovery a few years back led to a long-lasting relationship with only an occasional affair here or there. The place is simple but also unpretentious, the soups are beyond delicious and the staff is lovely. I cannot give it 5*'s because it's not perfect but I am definitely a huge fan. It would help if the staff was better versed in English
(4)Jimmy W.
Everyone has their preference to a particular Pho taste and this one is right up my alley. I put this on par with Pho Saigon (South Philly) as it's the gold standard for many people I know. What I expect every time from Pho 75 is a quick (less than 30 minute) lunch with consistent tasting pho. The garnishes are fresh and a small bowl is enough noodles for the average eater. The eye round actually makes it out medium rare and not overcooked like most places. The tendon is soft & buttery. They do not serve other type of Vietnamese dishes like Broken Rice, Vermicelli, or Banh mi. You can go next door to Saigon Cafe for that. Screw the ambiance. This place is sterile looking and equally as clean. Local competitors are Pho & More 2 (too pricey for pho) & Pho Viet (not as tasty). Located in a small strip mall called Adam Plaza CASH ONLY. They have an ATM on premise.
(4)Nina d.
One of my favorite places since Pho Hoa shut down. They only serve pho but it's delicious. Steak or chicken.
(4)Rafael G.
The soup is certainly good; I've only had pho a few times so I can't compare it to other pho, but if beef flavored noodle soup sounds good to you, you're going to like the food at Pho 75. And, as other reviewers have pointed out, it is lightning fast. On my visit, about 90 seconds elapsed between walking through the door and my first spoonful (this was partially due the extremely impatient waiter that served us). The menu consists primarily of minor variations of one thing, beef pho. You can get it with tendon, or tripe, or tendon AND tripe! Although these didn't appeal to when looking at the menu, I think I might actually like them prepared this way, because I suppose the very thin slicing would mitigate the chewiness. The broth is very tasty; I think that's probably a big part of the difference between good and bad pho. Beyond that, I can't see what there is to get excited about. It's just noodle soup. The service is shitty, the place is ugly (although that, along with the arguing Vietnamese guys in the back gives it a cool authentic feel), and it's NOT really that cheap. Two bowls, no drinks cost us $15.
(3)Seve' M.
Hearing the calls for Pho, I decided to invite the office over to Pho75 on Friday. Like most have said before, if you want to eat more than soup then go somewhere else. The first time I went there I thought I would be starving afterwards but it is quite filling. Waiters take your order and bring you your food, anything else is not really in the job description so don't be a chatty patty(have no idea where I got that from). The first time I went here I thought that I would be starving but trust me the soup is very filling. Don't bring plastic cuz it is strickly CASH.
(4)Danny L.
Out of all of the Vietnamese places around the Adams Ave area, this place probably has the best Pho. The cost is slightly more expensive and the portions aren't as big as Pho Hoa's but this restaurant has fresh ingredients, flavorful broth and the noodles are soft, which is kind of a deal breaker for me. When you open up a shop called PHO 75 and all you do is Pho, then it better be good. The service is extremely fast. From the point you place your order to when you're paying may only take at most a couple of minutes. The only downside that I can see is the limited selection of non pho dishes. I'm not even sure they have non pho dishes at this store. But that's ok I have other places for those and when you come here, you come for PHO!
(4)Christina L.
This is a pretty standard pho place. Mostly pho, no rice. The soup which is believe is the most important part of pho is pretty good and flavorful. Can't say anything bad with the food. The decor of the place is very simple and not so pleasing of the eye but I can forgive that with the fast and friendly service.
(4)Abby I.
This is the place I compare all pho to. I've been coming here once a week since I-can't-even-remember. Seriously. Best broth ever, quick no fuss service, and the waiters know my order and seat me at my usual table each time I visit (BONUS POINTS). I usually get just the basics with beef and tripe. If you're looking for good ambiance this isn't really your type of restaurant. It looks more like an office cafeteria but whatever. Aren't we here to just enjoy a good bowl of pho? I wish they would serve other items like spring rolls/summer rolls but pho is their expertise. OH! And they also serve rainbow ice! This place is the reason why I have high expectations for any pho restaurant! Number 1 hands down.
(5)Ag K.
After moving to Phily, I've been looking for 'my' pho place. I had such high hopes from various recommendations and reviews. The soup was too sweet for my taste and the noodles were a bit overcooked, surprisingly. Their portions are quite ample though! I liked the service style -very fast and nothing overbearing..after you order they let go of you so you can enjoy your meal. We usually get some type of rolls as appetizers but this place just has about 10 types of pho and drinks and that's it. If the pho were good enough I probably would have traveled 30 min each time to get my fix but not worth it.
(3)Darcy G.
Not the best, not the worst. The Pho and meat were ok, but the vegetables were wilted and sad looking; like they had been in a bag "condensating" for awhile. Tables inside were cramped. Nothing to write home about.
(2)Jessica E.
Great pho in the good old northeast Philly. Good quality and very fast and friendly service. Down side is that they only have pho on the menu - not even summer rolls or other appetizers. I suppose it being at Adams Ave & the blvd could also been seen as a downside. But overall a great place to go if you live in the area.
(3)Jung L.
This place has Pho Only. Nothing else not even spring roll. However Pho is good but not as good as Pho Saigon Cafe. Meats are not good as Saigon Cafe.
(3)Alison H.
Ever since I was little, my mother has taken me here for some good old fashioned pho. We still go today, if we get a hankering for some real stuff, not like the yuppie places at chinatown. We're talking 100% beef here. Unlike the small bowls they dish out at Pho 75 in chinatown, the portions here are pretty fair (everything near center city costs more). And the meat, specifically brisket, isn't banged up by fat like they have at Pho Xe. (As if my arteries need anymore of that.) The service is super fast- you'll love it. Their broth is savory, and lacks the synthetic taste I usually get when trying other joints. One note though- make sure your meat isn't raw when you eat it! Push it down to the bottom of the bowl so that it may cook. I usually order a number 12 ( a soup for beginners) and the brisket's usually pink in the middle. And make sure you don't overdue the hot sauce...or you may just leave with a bag of ice. So, how would I sum up what I just wrote? 1. The service is fast. 2. The stuff tastes awesome. 3. It's easy on the wallet. 4. You'll be full. Happy dining!
(5)Aisha M.
One of the best Pho spots in Philly. The food is consistently good, fast service and the prices are cheaaaap! This is one of my go to restaurants for quick, fabulous & cheap eats.
(4)Tom C.
I didn't mean to do it, but I managed to save the best for last. I've been eating my way down Adams Ave. at all the Pho joints starting at Rising Sun and making my way to the BLVD. Pho 75 is by far my favorite place. The broth is superior to the rest. The portions are better cuts and more plentiful than the rest. The vegetable sides are fresher than the rest. Hell, the water even tasted better than the rest! One more thing, the place is cleaner than the rest too. Yeah, it's no frills service, bare bones atmosphere, and a dollar or two more than the other places, but who cares? It's the best! I don't need art on the walls when my bowl is filled with beautiful ingredients. I don't need an engaging waiter when my Pho is comforting. You want the good Pho, come here!
(4)Duy N.
This pho place is definitely not bad. The speed of your food coming out of the kitchen is super fast which I like a lot if your in a rush to have a quick meal. The broth is definitely not bad at all compared to other pho restaurants I have tried over the years. Would definitely recommend people to come and try this place out.
(4)Lydia T.
It really is quite good. Flavorful broth, tender but firm noodles. Worth the trip into the Northeast.
(5)H M.
This place is okay. The pho wasn't great, the broth is clear, so that you can see if there's a bug floating around in it... joking!. It's cleaner then the other pho places in the North East. The bean sprouts are always yucky looking. I would go back if I was in the neighborhood..
(3)Carrie E.
Imagine my glee when I drove down Adams Avenue today on my way to an appointment and I passed Pho 75. I was hungry and in a hurry, which meant that I would be placing an order to-go but did I let that deter me? Hells no. I ordered my favorite Pho 75 dish (yep, the brisket) and I barely had time to pull up my email on my phone when it appeared, packed up and ready to go, at the counter. We're talkin' less than 2 minutes, people. Now I don't know if they keep bags of #9 tucked just out of eyesight or if the people who work there are made of magic. Based on how yummy it tasted, I'm going to go with magic. I didn't mind taking it home because the dining room of this location has the exact same lunchroom feel as its Center City counterpart. And while I do love being served a bowl of piping hot noodle soup and not having to clear the dishes, assembling it in the comfort of my own kitchen almost made me feel like I was cooking (what - I had to combine the broth, noodles, beef, herbs, veggies and sauce into a bowl. That's more meal prep than I've done all year.).
(5)Philly D.
Without making this long and winded, Pho75 makes the best pho I've had, from Cali to Philly. It's the only place I go if I'm just looking for pho, since there's nothing else on the menu. Usually that would aggravate me, but not here. It's that good. Actually, you can also order a side of sliced onions soaked in vinegar- they're awesome. If you're looking for great pho, this is the place. They have locations all over the place. I made the mistake of going into Pho Hoa, which is down the street. Check out that review too.
(5)Sophie U.
I don't know why it took me so long to write a review for this place. This particular Pho 75 is the best place for pho hands down. Though it looks like many people love the one in Chinatown, which I haven't yet tried, it just feels wrong to get Vietnamese food there (head to South Philly instead!). I've been going to this place for 8 years now (not regularly but enough to know what I'm talking about) and it's never really disappointed me. The broth, THE essential part of pho, is always so tasty. The issue, if any, usually lies with whether or not the broth is hot enough. I hear their meatballs are 'homemade', unlike all of the other places that I've tried (those are store-bought; you can tell because they're perfectly round...and they're rubbery). I don't recommend getting the pho tai bo vien (noodles with steak [not completely cooked] and meatballs) because you wouldn't get too many meatballs. If you go with someone, the best way to do it would be to have one of you get pho tai (steak), and the other get pho bo vien (meatballs) -- then you can split the meat etc. Mm, the only other problem I have with them is that they charge for extra onions (they have some in the pho already, but I really love onions). Quick note about the decor: it's very simple, which I like; they usually play really nice Vietnamese music, but I don't know what got into them today -- they were playing some classical stuff and Christmas music (instrumental -- saxophone).
(5)lin h.
BEST PHO I'VE EVER HAD EVER. And believe me, I've had pho in Korea, China, LA, New Orleans, NYC, NJ, Ohio, Boston, and even in Vietnam. I used to goto pho hoa down the street but i tried this place and I've never turned back. Amazing amazing broth. The bowls are a little smaller than pho hoa, but the taste makes up for it. The meat is fresh and tender. Their menu is limited and only has pho (no rice dishes no rolls), but that's perfectly fine with me.
(5)Cliff C.
Pho 75 is one of the first Pho places thats really famous, thats because a Johnny came lately in Pho Hoa is yet to be discovered. The soup here is great but clearly its just a Pho place that lacks the personality of the folks over at Pho Hoa . I hope they take pointers that it takes more than just good soup to get good ratings by word of mouth. The menu is so limited here , when you step inside its like youre in some dingy eatery in Southeast Asia I guess they keep it that way to have a more authentic feel to it. It is dirt cheap also I see a lot of people getting into this Pho thing which is quite a very refreshing meal in itself. No credit cards here too... Barnacles!!! Walk across the 11th street and go to Pho Hoa instead look for "Thien "he is the man at Pho Hoa the guy with the glasses and gelled hair.
(2)Estee R.
This place isn't much to look at, but it is clean. Service was CRAZY fast! The menu is pretty limited to a few PHO selections; the PHO broth was good. Very reasonable prices. Honestly though, I enjoy PHO Hoa alot better; it's down the street and has alot more menu options of PHO & items other than PHO.
(3)Steph H.
Went to this Pho restaurant because it's around the corner from work. Staff is super friendly and service is fast. Pho is great and fresh. I will surely be coming here a lot more often!
(4)Lidia B.
I used to LOVE LOVE LOVE this location. I was there every weekend with my parents as a kid, and then as I became independent, I was there every hungover Saturday morning with my friends to have a wonderful bowl of Pho and chit chat over Vietnamese coffee, but now. I find that the broth is starting to lack it's oomph it used to have. But I still came because in the NE, this really was the only place I felt you could get a good bowl of Pho, but then one night my husband and I went there to grab a quick bowl of Pho after work, and he found a penny in his broth. Yea that was the end of that!
(1)James S.
They sell pho (rice noodle soup), and pho only! I think that is great! When it comes to Vietnamese food, that is exactly what I want - a place that specializes in pho. This is probably the best one in NE Philly area. I've had several pho in California, it was amazing. This is the closest match to my expectation. 4 stars because it's not the best one I ever had. With their bowl of soup, I usually pair it up with their iced coffee w/ evaporated milk. It's like a cold-sweetened espresso.
(4)Steve T.
this was my first pho experience back in 1997! great food. i would go there anytime!! cheap, fast, great food. better than other pho places. they also have 2 other places (as you probably know).
(5)Brian C.
The Pho here is amazing. Everything is cooked perfectly and quickly each time. I never have any problems and the place is relatively clean. I suggest going here than Saigon next door because of the amazing Pho. If you've never tried it before, i suggest you go today.
(5)Brooke W.
This is the second time I have been to Pho75, the first time it was great and I have been craving it ever since. Not anymore... Last night I got the most vile tasting chicken I have ever eaten. It was gray and against my better judgment I ate some of it. My husband looked over at me and said "You look completely disgusted." I was. It was dry, yet slimy, off colored and tasted awful. I fed it to my dogs. I am going to chalk up the experience to the signs they had posted that they will be closing today for their Lunar New Year and they were probably not making fresh batches of soup, but still, I don't know that I will be thinking about a steaming bowl of pho anytime soon.
(2)Lindsey T.
#12 is my jam. So delicious, so filling, so fast, so cheap. Who could ask for anything more?
(4)Lois R.
My first experience with any kind of pho. I was here with a group, the food was excellent, service was quick, but it helped to have some of the group know how to order. Plenty of parking in a shopping center that wasn't quite where mapquest wanted to take us.
(4)Jane L.
During final exams, I must have come to this place everyday for a couple of weeks straight. Worth the trek from the Art Museum neighborhood. Delicious pho that nourished the brain and the soul. One of my fond memories of Philadelphia.
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