Bamboo Bistro

If you’re looking for one of the best pho spots in Newport Beach, Bamboo Bistro is definitely worth a visit. The pho broth was rich, flavorful, and clearly made with care—light enough to enjoy every spoonful, yet packed with depth and authentic taste. The fresh herbs, tender meat, and perfectly cooked noodles brought everything together beautifully. The ambiance is just as impressive as the food. The restaurant has a modern, upscale feel with warm lighting and a cozy atmosphere that makes it perfect for a casual lunch, date night, or dinner with friends. Service was friendly, attentive, and made the experience even better. A great bowl of pho starts with a great broth, and Bamboo Bistro absolutely delivers. Fresh ingredients, beautiful presentation, and a relaxing atmosphere make this one of my favorite Vietnamese spots in Newport Beach. Highly recommend if you’re craving authentic pho and a memorable dining experience.

Bamboo Bistro in Corona del Mar has been on my list for about six months. As someone who genuinely loves both Thai and Vietnamese food, I had heard great things and finally had the perfect excuse to go when a friend came to town. From the moment we walked in, the staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming. The restaurant was completely full, but they quoted us 15 minutes and had us seated in under 10. The space itself is clean, comfortable, and larger than it looks from the outside. We ended up in a cozy corner booth and it was perfect. The service was great and the food absolutely delivered. Prices felt very fair for the quality and portions. We ordered the papaya salad with prawns, crispy noodles with beef, and Thai chicken. The crispy noodles were unreal. They came out looking like nothing I’d ever seen before and were nearly impossible to stop eating. Somewhere along the way, this is exactly why I love exploring the village. Working in Corona del Mar means getting to know the local spots that make this place special, not just the homes, but the restaurants, the people, and the community behind them. Parking can be a little tricky, but if you’re familiar with the village and know how to work the side streets, it usually takes five minutes or less to find something nearby. All in all, Bamboo Bistro lived up to the hype. Delicious food, friendly staff, and a spot I’ll definitely be coming back to. If you’re in the area and love Thai or Vietnamese food, this one belongs on your list.

Excellent food in a casual but refined environment. Menu is a bit pan-Asian and quite pricey, but the quality of every dish was excellent. Highly Recommend the brodard grilled pork fresh spring rolls, very fresh chicken salad, and the Hanoi style smoked pork noodles. The shrimp coconut soup and the eggplant tofu clay pot were also good.

This Thai food was delicious and the service was really great . We came in the evening however and the lighting is just out of control. It's all wrong for an evening restaurant. It feels like the lighting in a dentist office. They're even people who had lighting on top of lighting because their tables were right underneath a large very bright pendant light , that basically Spotlight the tables. We would have hung out longer and had another cocktail if it wasn't for that . But everything else was great. Probably a better bet for lunch or just generally for takeout

The place is pretty spacious with a nice, slightly fancy, and clean vibe. Lots of staff and good service. Prices aren’t too bad either. I can’t remember the name of this roll, but it was super tasty! If you come here, don’t miss it. It’s seriously good!