Pho Tau Bay
Pho Tau Bay
41. Bun Bo Hue Soup
41. Bun Bo Hue Toppings
a menu on a table
outside
the location of the restaurant
18. Pho Bo Vien
outside
Vegetables noodle soup to go $15.00 for dinner 09/21/22
Outside
It's funny to read the headlines in the local Vietnamese newspaper, haha!
Vegetarian Options
41. Bun Bo Hue ($14.50)
41. Bun Bo Hue
noodles, ramen and noodles, ramen, noodle soup, food, noodle dish
chowder, food, soups and chowder, soup
Rice Plate Menu
this place should've have passed.
Vermicelli Noodle Menu
Menu
food
1. Dac Biet Tau Bay
C2. Com Suon Trung Opla
Pho 1. Dac Biet Tau Bay
Danae L.
Oct 28, 2024
This place has improved since I last visited many years ago. Broth has been more savory than other spots I frequent at in the east bay.They try to keep their prices low, hence cash only.
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Jill M.
Feb 18, 2025
Pho Tau Bay is our favorite in-neighborhood pho place. They are open late (10pm/11pm) depending on the day. They have the best choemein/chowfun and love the variety of noodles you can choose from.
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Jonas M.
Aug 12, 2024
Pho Tau Bay is a has somehow managed to stand the test of time. The interior may not be anything to write home about--simple, almost utilitarian, with an occasional update here and there--but it's precisely this unpretentious atmosphere that makes the dining experience feel authentic and comforting.What really sets this place apart, though, is the food. In particular, the Pho Ap Chao, which is always my favorite. The crispy noodles, a hallmark of this dish, were cooked to perfection, offering a satisfying crunch that contrasted beautifully with the rich, flavorful gravy and vegetables. The gravy itself was a revelation--thick enough to coat the noodles generously without being too heavy, and packed with a deep umami flavor that left me wanting more with each bite. The balance of textures and flavors made this dish stand out as something truly special.Despite being located across the street from Target in a plaza surrounded by other Vietnamese restaurants, this spot has a charm that keeps people coming back. It's not the newest or the flashiest place around, but that's part of its appeal. It's like a hidden treasure that only those in the know frequent--a place where the focus remains on serving up delicious, comforting bowls of pho rather than impressing diners with fancy decor.Over the years, this restaurant has seen some changes--small updates to the interior to keep things fresh--but it has wisely kept its roots firmly planted in the traditional. The service is always warm, the portions are generous, and the flavors are consistently on point.If you're looking for a place where the food speaks louder than the ambiance, this restaurant is definitely worth a visit.
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Maya K.
Dec 30, 2022
Doordash review: Great food! The rolls arrived still crunchy with plenty of veggies with a sweet fish sauce. Definitely would order again. The seafood soup noodle was light and satisfying. When i fridged my leftover broth, it coagulated-- so you know its the good stuff! Highly recommend.
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Irene L.
Jul 12, 2022
Good thing about this Pho Tau Bay is that they stay open later than most pho places. I used to come here when I was in college and recently visited after so many years. This is located in the corner of Keyes and Tenth St. We got the combo fried rice and the combo special pho. The combo fried rice was okay, I think they could've sliced up the whole shrimp pierces so it's more mixed in to the rice. The combo special pho was good, they were very generous on the amount of meat in the pho. I wasn't the hugest fan of their pho broth - it's not as pure and fresh as I wanted it to be. Overall, food was okay. I have had better at other restaurants but this is a good option if you are in the downtown area looking for a late night dinner.
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Anya E.
Jan 9, 2024
Cash only, they accept card with additional fees implied. Did not try the food because when we walked in it smelled like a gas station bathroom so we walked out.
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Mike Y.
Feb 19, 2024
Service was horrible!Went in with family, didn't even get acknowledge.Waiting over 20 minutes, only got water, server didn't even take our order. The group of 5 before us left the restaurant for the same reason.
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Sonya E.
Dec 29, 2021
We've been coming to this location for years -- quality and service is very similar to the Silver Creek location.During the most recent visit, we ordered a Pho Ga (Chicken Pho), Bun Bo Hue (Spicy Beef Noodle Soup), and Goi Cuon (Spring Rolls) to share. Never fails. Pho Tau Bay always does the trick. Make sure to ask for fresh noodles if you're ordering pho -- it makes a huge difference.This location has a private lot. It gets really busy during the lunch hour and on weekends so plan accordingly.I would say this is a good option to catch up with friends over a hearty meal. Cash only.
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Johanna M.
Feb 13, 2025
Let's start with the worst customer service ever. It was a cold rainy day, and I wanted some pho so I stopped at this place. The young guy at the counter greeted me while scratching his head and his face and I should of just turned around and walked out then but I really wanted pho. So, I sat down and told him my order which he got completely wrong 3 times. Bad customer service, soup was ok, nothing special. I will never be back and suggest you find another pho place because this one is super rude!!!!
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Eric P.
Dec 24, 2024
I found a good portion of their meatballs had grisel in them like bits that just weren't edible. Usually you find this in a rare event but it was most of them I just got tired of it and they don't cut the meatballs in half so they are too big for your mouth and the noodles just tastes like your average store bought vermicelli. Probably the worst pho I've had in San Jose
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