Anise, Modern Vietnamese Eatery | Denver

We ordered the vegetarian spring rolls, vegan pho and stir fried tofu. We asked to make sure that the tofu was cooked separately from any meat which they said they would. The server was very helpful and kind in ensuring our dietary requirements were met. We also ordered a vegetarian spring roll to go. Everything tasted nice. However, everything was very much over priced for what it was. The appetizer of the vegetarian spring rolls were $8.95 for 2 spring rolls, each cut in half. This is more than I've paid for this dish anywhere else in the world. The stir fried tofu was just tofu with some spring onions and oil, served with rice noodles and peanuts. It lacked any other flavour and we ended up putting lots of sauce on it to make it more flavourful. We asked for chilli sauce, and were giving crushed red chilli paste which was tasty, but we were charged $2 for this at the end. I have never been charged for chilli sauce, but also was never informed that I will will be charged for it, until I saw the bill, which was a little disappointing. All in all, some decent vegetarian/vegan options, the staff was accommodating to our dietary requirements, but it's overpriced for what it is, which is why I gave it 4 stars!

Incredible and unique dishes - we shared several and everything was bursting with aroma, flavor and full deliciousness. Favorite was the traditional fish, the vermicelli bowl was incredible (we got it with tofu) and the spring rolls are some of the best ones I’ve had. The savory sour soup is also fantastic, and I hope to come back to try the curry next time!!!

Absolutely delicious and nice and fresh! Generous portions as well. The tofu texture and flavour was nice but I do wish the lemongrass spice coating was less overwhelming.

Cozy eatery with great service! Highly recommend the lemongrass combo bowl which was very flavorful. Very authentic pho house vibes .

As a Vietnamese customer, I was genuinely impressed by this pho restaurant. The pho here tastes very authentic and really reminds me of the traditional flavor back in Vietnam. The broth is rich, clear, and full of depth, exactly how a good bowl of pho should be. The noodles are perfectly cooked, and the fresh herbs make the whole bowl feel balanced, fresh, and comforting. What I appreciate the most is that the restaurant truly keeps the Vietnamese standard. The food tastes traditional and homemade, not overly adjusted for foreign tastes. Eating here honestly feels like sitting at a small pho shop back in Vietnam. The service is also excellent. The staff are friendly, welcoming, and very attentive. The restaurant is clean and well organized, which makes the dining experience comfortable and enjoyable. The only funny thing I noticed is that the lighting in the restaurant is a little bit dim — sometimes I had to lean closer to admire my bowl of pho. But honestly, it also creates a cozy atmosphere, so it’s not a big deal at all! Overall, this place truly delivers authentic Vietnamese pho with great service and a comfortable vibe. As a Vietnamese person, I can confidently say this is a place that represents Vietnamese cuisine very well. Highly recommended! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐