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Orange County - Pho Bac Ky restaurant
6.9

Pho Bac Ky

  • Orange County
  • $$
  • Vietnam
  • Casual
  • Food
    great
  • Vibe
    okay
  • Perks
    great

Food: Delicious dishes with a decent price

The Bun Rice Vermicelli Dishes, Shanghai Egg Rolls, and Pho Dac Biet at Pho Bac Ky exemplify creativity, taste, and value. Despite claims of stagnant menus, the food impresses with the freshness parting ways with the norm, and the relentless flavor established at a gratifying price—although the portion sizes may be wanting.

  • Great Value

    Great quality food with a good price, including happy hour deals.

  • Okay Quality

    Produce could be fresher, affecting overall impression of ingredient quality.

  • Not Creative

    Menus are the same, suggesting a lack of creativity in the offerings

Top 3 dishes at Pho Bac Ky

  1. 1

    Shanghai Egg Rolls 🏆

    Egg rolls described as delicious, fresh, crispy, and flavorful.

    Shanghai Egg Rolls dish
  2. 2

    Bun Rice Vermicelli Dishes

    Fresh, generous portion, cool boat shaped plate presentation.

    Bun Rice Vermicelli Dishes dish
  3. 3

    Pho Dac Biet

    Balanced with different meats, broth on point, satisfying and high quality.

    Pho Dac Biet dish

Vibe: Bright lights with a dated appeal

The ambiance at Pho Bac Ky leaves a lot to be desired. Some would argue that the bright lights in the second dining room impede on the sense of comfort and appeal within the aesthetic confines of the restaurant, despite the note-worthy drinks menu. It is also demonstrated that a remodel could improve its trendiness.

  • Great Drinks

    Extensive, quality drinks menu frequently highlighted as exceptional.

  • Bad Ambiance

    Bright lights in second dining room create unappealing ambiance, overshadowing decor.

Perks: Varying service with adequate parking

Pho Bac Ky offers a delicate balance on the perks. The mostly ample parking and the positive response towards groups add a redeeming touch. However, the variability in the service can be disconcerting as its quality can differ depending on the volume of guests. Fortunately, the restaurant is child-friendly, making it a good option for families.

  • Great For Kids

    Kind, patient service with good kids menu, suitable for active toddlers.

  • Okay To Park

    Mostly ample parking, though occasional tight spaces are mentioned.