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Pho May in Martinez

4.4 (97) 4041 Alhambra Ave, Martinez, CA 94553, United States

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Martinez, Contra Costa County, California, US

Phone: +1 925-370-8030
Site: http://pho-may-vietnamese.keeq.io/

Opening hours

Monday:10 AM–8 PM
Tuesday:10 AM–8 PM
Wednesday:10 AM–8 PM
Thursday:10 AM–8 PM
Friday:10 AM–8 PM
Saturday:10 AM–8 PM
Sunday:Closed

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Total reviews rating 4.4

97 Reviews for Pho May 2024:

Review №1

2023-10-08 06:46:03

This place has food that was okay and the service was amazing. The part that I didnt like was the atmosphere was hot, cluttered. Food was over cooked but for the price was worth it.

Review №2

2023-09-05 20:15:29

We ordered Beef sandwich & All Special Noodle soup! Bread is fresh & soft. Beef kind of hard. More meat & meatballs inside the soup than other restaurants. Pretty hot inside. Air conditioner not working too well.

Review №3

2023-03-29 04:19:56

Everything we ordered was delicious! We enjoyed appetizers and stir fry.

Review №4

2023-10-13 23:04:26

Ive never been so disappointed by a Banh Mi sandwich before. The meat was decent flavor but the veggies were extremely underwhelming. Barely any pickled veggies. It was a bunch of lettuce, some mayo and some meat in a roll. Ridiculous that one would even serve that and call it a Banh Mi. Perhaps my fault for going to a place labeled pho and expecting a quality Banh Mi. Hard pass

Review №5

2023-06-13 23:02:15

I had the seafood pho. Not much in terms of seafood, but it was enough and tasty. The staff was friendly, and I established a communication with the mother of the owner, who is visiting from Vietnam. The place is clean and inviting. Next time, I will try their crispy egg noodles with pork.

Review №6

2018-12-27 02:36:57

Delicious pho, excellent service, nice folks. #14 is THE BOMB & spring rolls are huge with big shrimp inside. Great peanut sauce & very generous with basil/cilantro/limes. 3 kinds of chili sauce on every table, too. 🍜🍜

Review №7

2023-03-05 04:55:37

The pho is good, the broth didnt have the depth of flavor Ive had at other spots but it still hit the spot and is something Martinez direly needs. Limited menu but I think anyone would find something they could enjoy.

Review №8

2018-10-23 03:07:02

Great food and people a great price ....you won’t regret it

Review №9

2023-01-10 04:34:31

I need to go to Pho May more, especially now with the weather being cold and rainy. I went back in April 2022. The service was fantastic. The food was amazing. I was pleased with my whole experience.

Review №10

2021-09-18 05:51:27

Love this place. Great family owned pho restaurant and you can never go wrong with that. We go here any time there is a cool, rainy day and we need a nice warming meal. Take out is good, too. Cant imagine the sandwiches are bad, either, considering how good everything else is.

Review №11

2021-07-21 19:45:49

Ordered the beef and vegetable noodle stir fry. Food came out quickly and piping hot! It was loaded with fresh vegetables, crispy beef, and delicious noodles in a mild sauce. Portion is huge! Could easily feed two people. I will definitely come back here next time I’m in the area!

Review №12

2017-12-09 05:21:47

I eat here quite a bit for lunch when Im in the area. The portions are huge, really probably too much for a single meal for most people, so takeout leftovers are a good way to go.The food is excellent. Im vegetarian and there are plenty of tasty things to eat. I get Mongolian tofu more than anything, and its great. I got chow fun last time, also great.Service is friendly and fast. I believe its a husband/wife team, so everything is consistent. It is, you should know, more of a fast food service, order at the counter, whereas theres no table service, though occasionally theyll bring it to your table, maybe if you frequent the place. But the food is NOT like a fast food place, to be clear.Prices are good. I get a lunch dish with rice, the standard combo, if you wanna call it that, and if you dont get a drink, its under 10 bucks out the door. Maybe some meat dishes are more, but I dont look at those.

Review №13

2022-07-09 20:01:47

Every time we’ve eaten here, it’s been delicious and I historically didn’t like pho. Would recommend to anyone and I love the generous sides portions.

Review №14

2022-06-02 20:28:40

This place is absolutely amazing. This is the most friendly place Ive ever been to. The pho is good and the stir fry is amazing. Thank you for your consistent service and friendship. You bring value to the community.

Review №15

2020-02-17 21:22:12

The sauces and both were the best part of the food, but the noodles were overcooked, grilled pork a bit tough, and the chicken tastes a bit old. Ive been spoiled with great Vietnamese food, so this didnt really stand a chance for me. For the first timers eating this cuisine, its a decent place to go.

Review №16

2016-11-15 20:23:07

Food is great, lots of choices. Salt and pepper pork chops are awesome and large portion. some items are a little different than other places example; the pho soups are smaller portions than at other places. But tastes are more flavorful and you dont feel as bloated after eating. The lady is really nice, I hope she makes it here. The last place that was here tasted like crap.

Review №17

2021-06-29 19:58:00

Pho May is our go to lunch spot. The Pho is top notch and the bbq sandwiches are super delicious. The Fish Sauce Chicken Wings are the best thing there though. Best I have ever had...

Review №18

2019-01-04 15:03:58

The BEST PHO I ever had. I never usually finish my noodle bowl, but I finished ALL of it here. And took my sandwich to go so I can enjoy it later. Food was fresh, their Spring Rolls were 🔥🔥 and the amount of the spicy peanut butter sauce was perfect.Customer Service = A++Wait Time = 2-4 mins back to back after each dishFood Quality = A+++Overall = A+++++++MOST DEFINITELY RECOMMEND!!

Review №19

2017-09-22 20:50:31

I wish I could give a negative rating. I was excited to try this place and was even more delighted when I saw the vegetarian dishes offered. However I opted to leave after the incredibly rude way that the owner treated me when I gave her my order. If you do not have a dish, dont have it on your menu; and at the very least, have the courtesy and good manners to offer another suggestion to your customer. I was so appalled by the dismissive attitude that I felt compelled to write a review, which I have never done. This restaurant has the worst customer service I have ever encountered in my entire life and is not worth investing a single penny.

Review №20

2020-12-01 23:17:35

Delicious food, friendly people and good prices!

Review №21

2023-09-09 17:53:34

Really good house special fried rice

Review №22

2019-07-13 18:15:10

Its kinda hidden or to the point where if you dont pay attention your going to end up passing by it . I came here for the 1st time about a month ago and ive been here 3 times already . I usually get the number 7 well done beef pho and its always been on point . I aslo one time ordered the chicken and rice also bomb . The Appetizers are a little pricey by a dollar or two but all pretty bomb . And if its your first time spring rolls are Lettuce shrimp wrapped in the rice with a side of peanut butter i personally didnt really like it but they got other better options like chicken wings . Their menu is plain and simple better than a encyclopedia of food . Highly recommend!

Review №23

2019-07-07 02:59:45

Very friendly, attentive, lovely, and kind individuals. The food was well prepared, tasted great, had large portions, and was beyond affordable. I definitely recommend this spot. I was amazed at how empty this place was. It is definitely a hidden gem in Martinez.

Review №24

2023-02-10 23:28:53

Family owned and run business. The veggie stir-fry with rice is delicious.

Review №25

2018-03-09 05:29:18

I just found out that some Chinese restaurants are serving boneless chicken that is really rat! I had their sesame chicken. I had to throw it out. I wouldnt even feel right giving to my son. Cant prove it but remember this when someone told me about rat being used instead of boneless chicken. Very friendly customer service though. Just be aware. Again I just never tasted chicken like that!

Review №26

2022-03-31 22:46:01

Cool local restaurant, very friendly staff, food is always great, takeout orders are ready really fast. Definitely worth checking out!

Review №27

2020-02-10 05:24:49

Ordered pho ga. twice in 2yrs. both times were take out orders.1st time the person working the counter asked me if i like spicy, i took it as a random question. It was not, no need for sriracha because it Turned out the broth was SUPER SPICY, it was inedible. I have to say Ive never had it served like that before . (what i believe was someones mistake ) and there wasnt any thai basil or hoisin sauce. .2nd time was tonight, the broth was lacking flavor and again the absence of thai basil, luckily i remembered to ask for the hoisin sauce but when i got home and opened up the box of noodles and chicken the box was less than half full of both ingredients together. Maybe i have been spoiled with other restaurants serving more generously. I wouldve at least expected closer to 3/4 of the box filled with both chicken and noodles.Bottom line is i feel that it was stingy on their part and bad business.

Review №28

2017-03-02 04:06:16

This place has the best Chinese food that Ive had in years. Cooked in the wok right in front of you. Fresh vegetables in my Mongolian chicken. And when it says Spicy it actually is (I love spicy food). Good customer service.

Review №29

2020-03-02 22:51:16

The service was excellent, fast and friendly. it was clean and deco was nice. good amount of food for what you pay for, especially the soup. food was delicious and authentic. Vietnamese coffee is a must have!

Review №30

2023-11-06 01:28:37

So rude ignored me as i came in for multiple minutes

Review №31

2018-04-18 00:59:43

Considering its a hole in the wall fast food type place the prices are as high as restaurans. If you want more than one dish for under 8$ dont come in after 3pm. You are better off with panda express. Quality wise I couldnt tell you since I refuse to pay what they ask.

Review №32

2021-12-27 20:34:51

I’m from Stockton ca I ordered a bowl of chicken soup ten min after I look over the cook is tasting with the big spoon on the soup o m g I will never go there again like with ur mouth they look clean but I don’t want ur lips in my soup covid ommmmmm god period

Review №33

2017-02-15 04:10:49

Was a bit skeptical of the quality of pho at first since the owners seemed Chinese and the menu was pretty big. Got the Beef Combo Noodle cause it sounded the most Vietnamese-authentic on the pho menu. On the first bite, I got flashbacks of getting home cooked pho as a kid. Goddamn.

Review №34

2017-04-29 19:47:27

Excellent and fresh food cooked to order. We eat here whenever we can although its a bit of a drive from Concord. Very much a hidden gem at very reasonable prices.

Review №35

2021-07-20 23:50:53

The customer service was great and the food came quickly and was also delicious. The thai ice tea was especially good! I recommend going :)

Review №36

2020-03-02 22:54:33

Has a great variety of Pho with great tasting food and lovely lemon water thats very refreshing as-well as good Vietnamese coffee. The staff are very nice and provide great service.

Review №37

2018-05-04 16:14:23

Some of the best Asian food we ever had. Husband & Wife operation very nice went extra mile to accommodate our requests. Would eat regularly if we could.

Review №38

2022-10-05 21:04:40

Good food!!! Fast service, overall a great place for some Pho.

Review №39

2018-11-10 04:48:28

Great to have a place like this close enough to Downtown to go to on a cold fall evening. Delicious combination special as well as wonton soup. Well be back for sure!

Review №40

2021-02-26 02:16:12

Never had vietnamese food before. Turns out its good. Friendly serves, good food. Cant go wrong

Review №41

2019-03-16 01:14:24

I really like pho and have had it all over the US. This ranked at the top. Fast service, nice folks, good food.

Review №42

2019-07-11 09:45:18

The best pho soup ever. I visited very very often always took my parents there because they also enjoyed it very much

Review №43

2021-04-10 17:11:37

I recently discovered this restaurant. Delicious Fresh Vietnamese food at wonderful prices. I highly recommend Pho May for a delicious treat.

Review №44

2017-06-17 18:06:33

Tasty fair with great flavors cooked while you wait. The dining area is Formica tables and bench seats, but the food was great.

Review №45

2022-02-23 16:27:34

Good food, good atmosphere, enjoyed the Vietnamese banter, took me back in time.

Review №46

2020-01-21 23:48:48

Very good pho, nice people, and solid rice plates - this is on my regular list for when Im in Martinez.

Review №47

2017-11-11 03:32:45

Intoxicating aroma. Great spice and flavor! The most pleasant whistling chef. And a friendly woman behind the counter. I’ll be back!

Review №48

2017-03-12 20:06:51

Weird set up. Not sure how to order felt like a high school lunch room...no sense of direction staff didnt help too much. Lunch was ok.

Review №49

2019-12-30 02:01:22

Very good pho. They dont list vegetarian/tofu pho on the menu but they will make it and its awesome.

Review №50

2018-10-16 23:04:18

Good size portions and great prices. I usually have a pho and order out for later.

Review №51

2019-07-06 20:55:02

Absolute perfect pho. I am very strict on which Pho I eat, but all the way from Minnesota to California this is my favorite place to come

Review №52

2016-11-05 02:10:10

Seriously one of the best places I have been to! Does not disappoint and food is very vibrant and tasteful.

Review №53

2016-12-06 04:22:45

Ive been looking for a local Tu-Lan (which is in SF) and finally found it! HUGE fan of the chicken curry fried rice, but like pretty much everything!

Review №54

2021-05-13 16:34:46

Great food.and i had there Thai tea is great i would buy it again definitely

Review №55

2023-08-25 18:42:03

Food was good!

Review №56

2016-11-17 16:11:45

Queenie runs this place and never disappoints. She customizes dishes to order and you cant beat the prices.

Review №57

2021-08-01 00:53:27

Great food for a very fair price ! Nice people too.

Review №58

2020-01-07 03:36:18

Some of the dishes were quite tasty, others less so, and some contained hair..

Review №59

2019-12-18 03:18:17

Pho was excellent... Lots of tasty drinks will be back for more.

Review №60

2021-10-15 19:30:24

Absolutely great service and great sandwiches my favorite place to eat at in Martinez

Review №61

2016-11-05 01:52:49

Very good small place with good food! First time here and definitely not disappointed!

Review №62

2017-01-01 03:03:25

Nice food, we had food many times here and they never disappointed us.

Review №63

2022-02-25 01:02:27

Very nice owner. Good food. Very clean.

Review №64

2017-06-04 20:22:04

I really like this place. The pot stickers are great. I go there for the pho

Review №65

2017-11-17 14:33:29

Good cheap food. Not much ambiance as most business seems take out.

Review №66

2020-10-24 09:27:46

They open 30% of the space for dine-in. Close on Sunday. Every other days open till 8 pm.

Review №67

2019-01-23 07:35:39

New ownership, new menu, same chef. Good food and convenient location.

Review №68

2017-04-23 22:00:00

The pho left a bit to be desired but everything else was really good!

Review №69

2022-03-23 00:17:05

Loved the food and service. Will be back!

Review №70

2019-02-23 20:38:10

It was pretty good i had grilled chicken and steamed rice .

Review №71

2020-08-21 03:26:31

Excellent food. I am an avid fan of Viet cuisine...

Review №72

2018-08-18 16:42:50

Friendly staff, old decor, tasty food. 2/3 works wonders here.

Review №73

2023-08-27 13:07:32

Amazing pho

Review №74

2018-02-10 01:52:18

The meal I ordered was not what I was expecting. Only been there once though so far.

Review №75

2019-10-13 20:02:48

Best Vietnamese sandwich in the Bay area hands down!

Review №76

2021-04-06 00:46:47

Best beef pho in town. 💪🏼😁

Review №77

2014-08-15 03:59:15

Best place in Martinez for Vietnamese cooking and the ladies there are so nice

Review №78

2017-06-19 21:08:12

Good fast food and friendly staff.

Review №79

2018-11-17 02:07:27

Simple good food from a family owned location

Review №80

2019-04-29 04:26:22

New owners new menu and remodled. Big improvement.

Review №81

2020-02-28 20:48:55

Very good great food and fast

Review №82

2021-08-23 20:52:22

Great bowl of pho!

Review №83

2021-08-12 21:48:02

Good food, good service.

Review №84

2019-09-04 05:17:59

Mango smoothie with boba, yum!

Review №85

2021-06-04 23:01:50

The Banh Mi was fantastic 👌

Review №86

2019-11-25 19:58:12

All i can day is YUMYUMYUMYUM..

Review №87

2021-08-26 00:42:34

Good

Review №88

2017-09-14 01:29:13

Found exactly what I was looking for.

Review №89

2019-08-18 23:54:14

Amazing soup.

Review №90

2019-05-24 00:30:05

Good always

Review №91

2019-09-26 01:04:16

Yum

Review №92

2017-06-05 15:26:54

Love the food

Review №93

2018-11-10 02:47:17

Delicious!

Review №94

2018-09-26 02:37:19

Closed now.

Review №95

2022-10-01 01:40:38

I love the food at this delicious place 😋

Review №96

2018-11-26 02:49:50

Solid pho and banh mi!

Review №97

2019-07-27 03:04:08

Great!