Pho Hoa Noodle Soup (Minneapolis)

I don’t know why I’ve never been to this restaurant when I’ve been to almost all the surrounding restaurants, and I’m hating myself for doing so so late. This place has the best pho I’ve had in Minnesota! No gimmicks, nothing fancy this or that. Just authentic pho that is just what you expect when you dine out. Well priced and portions. Honestly probably one of the best bang for your buck food anywhere in Minneapolis!

There is a 15% gratuity automatically added for parties of 4 or more which is interesting considering that is hardly a large group. Service is 1 star because we had zero interactions with staff aside from ordering/being brought out the food. We walked in and waited to be seated then were motioned to seat ourselves. Waited to be noticed and brought menus. Then waited quite a while for them to take our orders. 2/4 people were out of water by the time we ordered, yet they were not refilled. Still did not refill water when they brought out appetizers. Finished the appetizers and didnt take the plates or refill the waters, just dropped the pho and left. They also skimped on the toppings. 4 large bowls of pho got two stalks of basil and the lime wedges were cut into halves- each person got half a small lime wedge? Also did not check on the table at all even though we tried flagging them down multiple times. All 4 waters were empty the entire meal, old plates left on the table despite there not being very many people at the restaurant. Additionally, we had to go up to the counter to pay the check and the check/receipt were both not itemized so if you didn't already see the 15% automatic gratuity, you would have no way of knowing. Paid 15% gratuity at what is 2 steps away from being a self service restaurant. At least we wouldnt have been thirsty at a self serve restaurant.

This is a budget-friendly spot where you get your order quickly, making it great for a fast and casual meal. I feel the broth was on the lighter side and could have been more flavorful. The brisket was a bit on the chewy side. The spring rolls were a highlight- fresh and delicious. Overall, a convenient place for a quick bite!

We found this small hidden (partially due to snow covering) restaurant very last minute and are so glad we did. I ordered a bowl of meatball Pho and chicken spring rolls and my partner ordered Chicken Fried Rice. …

This was a great place to get pho. The broth wasn’t as rich and heavy as some other places. Fresh ingredients. The fried rice wasn’t over greasy. Fresh and healthy seems to be the goal here. The prices were very reasonable.