Top Pho Restaurant

At first, I was a bit skeptical upon walking in because there were no Asian customers, despite the restaurant being pretty busy. We originally wanted to go to Pho 888 since we read that a lot of locals go there, but it was closed. But Top Pho was actually pretty decent, though it's no where near as good as the pho in California. First, the broth wasn't very rich, but it was made tasty by adding MSG. The meat wasn't dry, but the quality wasn't there. Egg rolls were pretty crispy, but didn't have a lot of flavor from aromatics.Despite these observations, the sriracha sauce on our table was very, very strong. It was probably the strongest sriracha I've ever had.

This place is in a pretty unfashionable part of East Colfax, so you hipsters can say you were here before it was cool. Very basic no frills vibe upon seating. Clean. Staff was very friendly. The place filled up pretty quickly after we got here, and it was a nice cross section of NW Aurora, my hood. Lots of families out for a nice meal and just an overall welcoming vibe.I got the pho with the "spicy meat" which was strips of beef that tasted like they'd maybe been smoked and definitely grilled as well from the grill marks. (They had a nice bbq-esque flavor.) Now, usually the meat is not the big highlight of pho for me. Here, wow. Is it! I got the medium, and the serving size wasn't laughably large on meat or sides like you get at some places, but I did waddle out a very fat and happy customer, broth sloshing around my very sated belly. (GF got one of the noodle bowls, also with the spicy beef. She was very happy with the flavor of the meat as well (and she's honestly far more discerning than me) and thought it was well balanced with ingredients and lots of good veggies.)Got the spring rolls and egg rolls as an app, and both were really tasty. I'm not usually a fan of the clear Vietnamese style spring rolls, but these were really good.Think we got out of here for two, with apps, mains, tip, and just some waters for right at $50. I will be back. Don't know what THE Top Pho spot in town is, but Top Pho is on my personal shortlist now.

Always a pleasant experience. The service is professional and real thoughtful. Plus the food - puts me to sleep.... Nuff said.

The outside of this restaurant is extremely sketchy but the food is good! Ordered takeout over the phone requesting pho with brisket/tendon/tripe and replacing tripe with tendon. Service was super fast and the staff are super nice. I felt like they could have included a little more meat, but perhaps portions would be better for dine in. There was a generous amount of broth and sprouts and basil on the side and it was reasonably priced for the area (S 11.95, M 12.95, L 14.50).

One of the guys working was incredibly rude in every remark or answer, and unhelpful, and he acted like he didn't want to be working there. He made me feel like he didn't care about me, and even like he hated his customers and job. The other guy was really nice and accommodating. The tap water there tastes bad or polluted - like machine oil- which shouldn't really take them down a star since this is Aurora, and we are close to other pollutants. Ambiance is a 7/10... it's kind of dirty and cheap, but some considerable effort was done when it was all put together, it's fine. The pho was really good though! My bill was a little bit on the expensive side for one small bowl of pho and a juice. I must say, my experience there was quite mixed. I don't know if it was a cultural barrier or just outright that first man being disingenuous with me. I will add... some pho places when you ask for raw steak it comes out raw and they bring it on a plate of its own and let you put it in... not this one. Sooo... it's not above average for a pho restaurant. It's average, which is still good!

Good authentic Vietnamese cuisine. Will recommend to those who want good eats. Surrounding community a little suspect as nightfall creeps in.

A good neighborhood Vietnamese restaurant. Wouldnt go out of my way for this spot tho. The rare steak pho was good. The brisket and marinated steak pho was ok. The eggrolls were good but ours came with a curly hair. The service was quick. The spicy sauce provided on each table was delicious.

Ordered noodle bowl with shrimp and pork and it was inedible. The meat was so soaked in liquid smoke, it was too terrible to eat. Awful and a waste of money.

Had the brisket Pho well doneBroth was flavorful, not greasy. Fresh fixings to go with it. Sprouts, basil, lime & jalapeño. This place is a real gem. They serve the real deal. Very comparable to what you would get in Little Saigon in Westminster CA ( aka the pho Mecca)Restaurant itself is busy but welcoming -very clean including the bathrooms. Staff is very prompt & personable. Keep up the good work.

By far one of the best Vietnamese restaurants in the state! It is tucked away on Colfax, and has its own parking lot. It is reasonably priced for good quality food. Service is so-so. It is easy to order take out and typically the food is ready within 20-30 mins!