Number One Pho

Number One Pho ocated in Cleveland's old Chinatown right by LJ Shanghai. Superior Pho is family owned and remains a Vietnamese staple in Ohio.its been here for decades and continues to deliver great food.The Pho broth is the best you can get in the entire state, it's flavorful and rich.I usually get the Seafood Pho and it's amazing on a wintery cold day.They do have some authentic Vietnamese dishes you might not see at other places like Banh XeoIt's a light crispy crepe stuffed with meat of your choice generally pork and shrimpSevered or enjoyed with fresh cucumbers basil and dipped in Nuoc Maam ( dipping sauce made of fish sauce some palm sugar and has some sweet, spicy and tangy taste)They do have some Standard dishes like Banh mi and fried rice options if that's what you preferService is fast and quick Ambience is old fashion place nothing fancy so please do not expect fine dining service here . If you are kind you cares about service over food please skip and do not go around bashing them in reviewsThey have been doing a fantastic job at food so go enjoy the food and say hi to the grandpa at the front desk who is always kind and smilingDefinitely worth trying if you are around that area

Just left this restaurant, first visit here and disappointed that I didn't walk out the first time I found a piece of hair in my bun Bo hue. Of course the server apologized but it was off to a bad start already. I decided to let them remake my bowl only because the broth was fairly decent and I was really hungry. I didn't finish my bowl so I put the rest in a to go container and as I close it up and chewing my last bite I can feel a strand of hair on my tongue so I pull it off and there it was a strand of black hair with blonde on the tip. Now I have leftover bun Bo hue I have to trash because that's just gross, and I can't help but think there's more hair swimming in there but it's hard to tell in a bowl of broth! The other thing that should have alerted me to leave were the massive flies that kept buzzing about and the fact that the restaurant was pretty empty at 2 hours til close on a Saturday! Received a few funny looks that I just brushed off, it begin to feel awkward sitting there and I eat at Asian restaurants regularly. The service wasn't the best. I was immediately given a fork but no chopsticks or spoon, I had to ask for those utensils which is wild considering this is a pho restaurant! I won't be back, I only stopped in because superior pho, where I always dine at, is closed until the July 9th. Forgot to take a pic of the bun bo hue so I'll just post my receipt so people know it's a legit review.

This was my third time eating at No. 1 Pho and my sixth time overall enjoying their delicious Vietnamese soup.I'm a huge Pho fan and this is the ABSOLUTE best in Cleveland.I've had the beef, the meatball, and the chicken.On my lastest visit on June 30, 2024, I ordered the chicken Pho along with two crispy springrolls.First, the springrolls were nothing special. They were exactly what I expected.The Pho, as always, was the star of the show and was very enjoyable.While the service is a bit awkward, not uncommon at some of the Asian restaurants due to a number of factors, it was quick and we were in and out within 20-25 minutes.Some Pho restaurants use substandard chicken. I can't even adequately describe what I've run into at other places. At one, it's almost like a rubbery chicken version of an oyster cracker. At others, the chicken is chewy or overcooked.At No. 1 Pho, the chicken chunks are real. They're delicious and perfectly cooked.If you're looking for great Pho, the name doesn't lie. No. 1 Pho is the best.

Went here on a double date to grab some pho on a nice summer day. My partner and I split the pho with beef brisket (my favorite cut for pho) and the pork Banh mi. I started with the pho, and after adding a touch of lime and hoisin sauce, I was so happy to be eating such a yummy dish. It's not too heavy and the noodles and meat were juicy and delicious.However, my favorite was the Banh mi. The pork was moist, the pickled radish was the perfect balance of sweet and tart, and the bread was SO good. I literally kept raving about the bread to my friends at the table. If I could buy a basket of just the bread, I would have.The place itself is just simple and clean. There seems to be good street parking. Service was quick and fine.Overall, would definitely come back, especially for the Banh mi.Like other reviews have said, I'm quite surprised at the lower rating since I thought it was pretty great!

Honestly, I can't think of anything I would really change about this place. My BF and I were supposed to meet up at LJ Shanghai but since they were surprised closed...I stopped by this place and we had a great time! It's easy to find and even though there isn't a parking lot, the main street and side streets are not busy so parking is easy to find. Menu is extensive and very helpfully accompanied by clear pictures! Our food came out so quickly! Taste was great--we ordered the pho and the wonton noodle bowl. Service was quick and friendly. My only comment is that I wish my dish came with bakchoy or some type of leafy veggie as advertised on the picture...Eating area was spacious and uncluttered.

Food is average Vietnamese. Not many choices in Cleveland. Summer rolls were very good. Vietnamese egg roll plate and seafood pho were very good. Service was very quick!! Ambiance is very middle of the road. Nothing special at all.

This restaurant is my favorite place to go for pho. The chicken noodle pho is to DIE FOR and the restaurant is small and cozy.

The bun thit nurong is good but not as good as elsewhere in the area. I think pho lee is better. The fish sauce was a bit scarce and the flavor of the pork is not as charred or marinated

My husband and I hit up every Pho restaurant to any new city we have been to from California to Florida. Number One Pho is truly our #1 place, so far, for authentic pho. Pleasant staff, great customer service and excellent food. Highly recommended!

I have been coming here for about 5 years now. They are a hidden gem everything is always delish the service is always impeccable and when I order from DoorDash I get the same portions as if I sat down. The vibe is always nice and peaceful for lunch or dinner.