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March 2024 by Frank A
Came at 240pm and it closed early. Call before you drive there.
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February 2024 by Terry Dickson
Great food - but terrible service! The staff kept forgetting to check on my table. Then when it was time to pay, we had to ask for the check. And after that, we had to track someone down to run our cards. The staff were all in the back hanging out. I wouldn't recommend this place.
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February 2024 by Jacki Cardoso
Phan's Kitchen and Bar in Irvine offers a unique blend of contemporary Vietnamese cuisine alongside specialty cocktails and wines in a sleek setting. One notable aspect of the restaurant is its location, nestled almost inconspicuously in the middle of a residential condo area. To find it, diners embark on a short drive into the complex, where they'll discover not only Phan's but also a handful of other businesses.The unconventional location adds an element of discovery to the dining experience, making it a hidden gem for those willing to venture a bit off the beaten path. The restaurant's sleek ambiance provides a modern and stylish backdrop, creating an inviting atmosphere for patrons seeking a culinary adventure. When you walk in, you are greeted by the large screen tv above the small bar seating area, next to the hostess station. I think they were short staffed the night we came in but the hostess saw us, but went about other tasks and left the owner to seat us when he came out and saw us just standing there. The hostess was like, "Oh yeah, they are here." The restaurant was not very busy at the time, but they definitely did not have enough staff to manage the guests they already had.It was a cold and windy night so the DH and I opted to have some wings and some warming Pho with some drinks. The restaurant had an open kitchen area so you can see what was going on in the back. There were three people in the kitchen but only one person was cooking the other two were helping with prep and expediting but the cook/chef was a one man show. The wings took a little time so we thought they forgot our order, but when they came, they were definitely worth the wait. The were crispy on the outside with a mild hint of fish sauce, not overpowering, and the inside was nice and juicy! Given that the wings took a little while to come, we thought we had a little more time to eat the wings before the pho came, but shortly right after the wings arrived, the pho came out. So we hustled to finish our wings and start on the pho before it got cold. By now, there was a crowd that was starting to accumulate at the front door and people were crammed inside to stay out of the wind. I'm glad we got our food at that point as service was almost out the door as it got really busy. We tried to ask for additional condiments to eat with the pho, but they never came. The pho was good, but it could have been much better if we were able to get extra condiments with our pho. We were surprised that no one came to check in on us or give us the check since it was just the too of us sitting at a 6-top table and the crowd was growing. We finally had to flag down someone to get the check, seems like that owner was running all over the place.The menu at Phan's Kitchen and Bar boasts a selection of contemporary Vietnamese fare, promising a fusion of traditional flavors with a modern twist. From classic dishes to inventive creations, diners can expect a diverse range of options that cater to various tastes. The d was quite good, but the experience was somewhat dampened by the lack of service. It could have been on a night where they were short-staffed or it could just be lack or organization and process.
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February 2024 by Vicki Wealth
Fantastic. They are so awesome. I love my Salmom Clay Pot and Noodle.Fast and friendly services.Easy parking
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January 2024 by Nathalie Lawrence
Really really nice people! Friendly and very caring.
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January 2024 by Abhishek gupta
Food was presentable and tasteful. Fried calamari was
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November 2023 by Morgan Monahan
A neighborhood gem! On top of the food being absolutely delicious, Chris and his team go above and beyond in terms of hospitality. The wonton soup will be something I will be getting on a weekly basis, and the guava lychee martini is something special. I am looking forward to the upcoming sushi and speakeasy expansion!
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October 2023 by Ansaar Atta
Owner is an amazing, talked to me and my friends and talked about the business and his story of getting the place. I’ve been here before a year ago and the food this time was way different in a good way. Food is really high quality and tasted amazing. Easily one of my favorite pho spots to go now. Prices are really good. 10/10 recommend to anyone.
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October 2023 by Jace R.
Around 7pm I went in for a party of two and the service was exceptionally slow even though there were not a lot of customers. We sat at the table for around 5-10 minutes to no waiter coming to take a drink order or introduce themselves.
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October 2023 by Angela C.
This place had really great reviews and actually a friend recommended it to me so I had really high hopes, but I must've shown up on an off day because it really was a great. It was a weekday around 130 and the tables were disheveled, a few still dirty. The server was nice, but seemed to be the only one working. I specifically came here to order the salmon clay pot, as I have not seen it on the menu in many places, and it was quite disappointing, the fish was extremely fishy, seemed old and over cooked. My friend ordered for pho and said it was fine. I got iced coffee and it was good. There's parking for the shops behind the restaurant so if you don't pay attention, you may think it's difficult to find parking but it's actually quite easy since it's in a structure.
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October 2023 by Vince H.
Quick and friendly service. Edamame was not the most fresh. Egg rolls were over cooked and a bit dry. Pho itself was great! It had good flavor and a good serving size from a noodle and meat perspective. Will come back for the pho, but forgo the appetizers.
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October 2023 by CJ Mgmt
?Absolute Garbage ?️. The quality and the flavors are horrible. I had the “orange chicken”. I don’t know what it was, but it did not taste anything like any orange chicken I have ever had. It actually had a hint of fish within whatever the coating was, other than that it was flavorless. As for the pho, it was also flavorless and had next to nothing in it. The short rib however was descent.
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September 2023 by Cheyenne H.
I literally come here twice a week! A nice bowl of Pho with imperial rolls (egg rolls) and sugarcane shrimp rolls. My go to order and they never miss. Also the entire staff is cool and remember me and my order every time! This restaurant is definitely a MUST!
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September 2023 by sam wardeh
Very very slow service , short of staff . No one comes to check if I needed anything.I walked twice to the place and I left without any help . Finally someone came and asked me if I need to order . Food is ok .
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August 2023 by Josiah W.
A great experience - came here with a group of friends after pickleball in the neighborhood around 8:30pm. We were swooped out of our chairs for the friendly hospitality. The waiter, Fadi, and the head chef, Chris, were exceptionally friendly and provided their suggestions of the Filet Migon Pho. Per Chris, the Pho broth is made of Wagu Bones simmered over 8 hours which is his family recipe from Vietnam! The meat was soo soft and tender. The broth was exceptionally light and clear yet flavorful. Highly recommend!
