Pho Tau Bay

Overview

Pho Tau Bay: A Vietnamese Gem in San Jose

If you're on the hunt for delicious and authentic Vietnamese cuisine in San Jose, look no further than Pho Tau Bay. This unclaimed gem offers a wide range of utilities, including delivery, takeout, reservations, and even outdoor seating. Located at 454 Keyes St, this restaurant is perfect for a casual meal with friends or family.

After reading through numerous customer reviews, it's clear that Pho Tau Bay has left a lasting impression on its patrons. Customers rave about the flavorful dishes, generous portions, and reasonable prices. One customer, Lety D., can't get enough of the #3, a savory mix of steak, veggies, and all the goodness you can enjoy on a hot or cold day. The Thai Tea also receives high praise for its consistent and yummy taste. Lani M. was pleasantly surprised by the Pho Khong Thit, a noodle soup without meat that left her craving more.

Even with a few setbacks such as being cash-only, Pho Tau Bay continues to impress with their takeout options. Shins T. praised the generous portion sizes of the Bun Bo Hue and the perfectly balanced soup base. A must-try for seafood lovers is the seafood soup noodle, raved about by Maya K. for its light and satisfying flavors.

Overall, Pho Tau Bay is a must-visit for anyone craving authentic Vietnamese cuisine in San Jose. With a variety of options for both meat lovers and vegetarians, this restaurant has something for everyone. Don't let the cash-only policy deter you from enjoying a delicious meal at Pho Tau Bay.

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FAQ's

  • What are the top dishes at Pho Tau Bay?

    Some of the top dishes at Pho Tau Bay include the #3, Pho Khong Thit, seafood soup noodle, Pho Ga (Chicken Pho), Bun Bo Hue (Spicy Beef Noodle Soup), and Goi Cuon (Spring Rolls).

  • What are the most popular customer reviews about Pho Tau Bay?

    Customers praise Pho Tau Bay for their flavorful dishes, generous portions, and friendly service. Many customers also highlight the fresh ingredients and unique flavor profiles of the dishes.

  • What are the key highlights of dining at Pho Tau Bay?

    Some key highlights of dining at Pho Tau Bay include options for vegetarians, outdoor seating, casual atmosphere, good for groups and kids, and a variety of parking options. The restaurant also offers catering, Wi-Fi, happy hour, and accepts credit cards and digital payments.

  • How is the service at Pho Tau Bay?

    Customers generally praise the service at Pho Tau Bay for being prompt, friendly, and attentive. The waitstaff is known for their knowledge of the menu and willingness to accommodate special requests.

  • What sets Pho Tau Bay apart from other Vietnamese restaurants?

    Pho Tau Bay stands out for its consistent quality, generous portions, and unique flavor profiles. The restaurant's commitment to using fresh ingredients and traditional recipes also sets it apart from other Vietnamese restaurants.

Ratings of Pho Tau Bay

Yelp

614

Google

608

Visitors' opinions on Pho Tau Bay

/ 614
Lety D.
Lety D. 27/01/2024
stars
This place never fails to hit the spot. I only get the #3 it comes with steak, veggies and all that goodness you can enjoy on a hot or cold day. Dont forget to drop all the sides in your soup , yes grab a little of everything including the squirt of lemon okuuur. Let me see, oh and squirt some Suracha, hope I got that right, never had to spell that one out before Before I leave I make sure to get my Thai Tea Theirs something real yummy about theirs and it's always made the same! Oh just watch it, the tea will stain your teeth
Lani M.
Lani M. 29/03/2023
stars
I tried Pho Tau Bay for the first time recently and ordered the Pho Khong Thit (20), noodle soup without meat. This was actually my first time ever trying pho without meat, and it ended up being pretty good especially for the price (which I believe was somewhere around $9-10)! The bowl was huge and the table had everything we needed, including chopsticks, spoons, and sauces. I used lots of Sriracha with my pho and loved the flavor. It was a good choice and I'd like to return and try other dishes here. In addition, I liked the location since it was in a large plaza with lots of great restaurants and places for dessert. Only downside was how crowded the parking lot was during lunchtime, but that's to be expected. If you come here, make sure you bring cash (or use their ATM) as they only accept cash payment. Good experience and look forward to coming back in then future.
Maya K.
Maya K. 31/12/2022
stars
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.
Sonya E.
Sonya E. 30/12/2021
stars
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.
Shins T.
Shins T. 02/12/2021
stars
-0.5 star bc it's cash only -0.5 star bc they forgot to give me my coconut drink that I ordered I ordered the Bun Bo Hue ($14.50) for take out and the whole meal was packaged very nicely. They recently changed their take out containers and I personally liked the older version better because it was wider which makes it easier to eat noodle soups. The portion size is generous and there's a good ratio of noodles to meat. I feel like the soup base is either a hit or miss in terms of saltiness. Luckily for me, todays soup was perfect and I didn't feel extremely thirsty after my meal. There's a shared parking lot with the laundromat next door and I've never had any issues finding parking.
Vietnamese, Unclaimed
Closed Opens at 9:00 AM

Address

454 Keyes St San Jose, CA 95112
Features

Features

Offers DeliveryOffers Delivery Offers TakeoutOffers Takeout ReservationsReservations Many Vegetarian OptionsMany Vegetarian Options Accepts Credit CardsAccepts Credit Cards Accepts Android PayAccepts Android Pay Accepts Apple PayAccepts Apple Pay Outdoor SeatingOutdoor Seating CasualCasual Moderate NoiseModerate Noise Good for GroupsGood for Groups Good For KidsGood For Kids Good for Lunch, DinnerGood for Lunch, Dinner Street Parking, Private Lot ParkingStreet Parking, Private Lot Parking Waiter ServiceWaiter Service TVTV Offers CateringOffers Catering Wi-FiWi-Fi Happy HourHappy Hour AlcoholAlcohol Dogs Not AllowedDogs Not Allowed Bike ParkingBike Parking

Opening hours

Monday Sun 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Tuesday Sun 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Wednesday Sun 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Thursday Sun 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Friday Sun 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Saturday Sun 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Sunday Sun 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Verified by the owner

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Update on: Mar 12, 2024

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