Pho Thaison

I was in town for Austin city limits and we really wanted some pho and so we were able to walk here from the AT&T hotel that’s located on the campus. Once we got here we were able to sit immediately because they have a lot of seating inside and it wasn’t that busy. Once we ordered all of the food came out relatively quickly. The broth really hit the spot so I really enjoyed my combination pho. The staff was very kind and refilled our waters every time our water was low. They might not always have the Sriracha sauce on the table but you can definitely ask for it. We had the Vietnamese coffee, which was really strong and tasty. In my opinion, the spring roll could be a little bit better and I wish the sauce was a little bit more chunkier with peanuts, but it was fine. It’s right next to a thrift shop at a gas station so you can do a little bit shopping on your way in or on your way out.

The portion sizes were excellent! I was pleased with the generous portions provided. The staff were friendly, welcoming and attentive to our needs. They were knowledgeable about the menu and helped us make good choices. The ambiance was lovely - it was cozy, inviting and had a relaxed atmosphere. It was the perfect spot for a night out with friends or a romantic dinner date. The pho taste was exceptional and was one of the best I've tasted! The broth was rich, flavorful, and had the perfect balance of spices. I would definitely order it again. However, the edamame was a bit disappointing. It was undercooked and too salty for my taste. I would recommend they pay more attention to the preparation of the edamame to ensure it's cooked to perfection and has the right amount of seasoning.

Nice spot to have Asian food. The mixed chicken Pho with fried egg is really tasty. I like it!

Friendly atmosphere and quick service. Food was great! My son and I both had a Vietnamese Crepe. Very tasty and big.

TLDR: Great food, a blessing for anyone struggling to find well priced Asian cuisine in Austin that isn't some form of fusion. Hefty servings, simple but thorough menu, and great owners. I started going here a few years ago, in the midst of COVID 19. It quickly became a weekly visit, a stop to cheer myself up on the way back from a difficult study session at the library. The owners always welcomed me with a smile, and the food was always quick to come out. The food was exactly what I was looking for. There's nothing wrong with fusion foods, but in Austin it's so hard to find just straight, simple, and genuine Asian food. What I got here was exactly what I'd expect of any Vietnamese restaurant, and I loved that their pho can come with tripe as well (too many places don't offer that). It's not trying to be upscale or fancy, the place's main purpose is just to serve good Vietnamese food without all the bells and whistles. The portions are great, as I always have to take some time to sit and relax after ordering something because there is no way I'm walking all the way home after that. Their pho bowls are massive, with hearty amounts of meat and noodles. Their vermicelli bowls are also a favorite of mine, particularly the pork. One of those is enough to fill me, but I'm always tempted to grab an appetizer as well (and sometimes do). There's nothing there I haven't liked yet, and I always know what I want before sitting down at this point. I've since moved to South Austin, but I'll still make an effort to get over to the campus specifically for this spot. Either that, or I'll doordash when I've had a rough week. The owners are super nice, and I've quite literally never even had an ounce of a negative experience here. They're attentive and do well with juggling all the doordash orders and sudden large parties that walk in on top of their patrons. They're simply the best, and have consistently remained my favorite spot in Austin. Always a favorite of mine, and definitely my number 1 go to out of all the Vietnamese places in all of Austin.