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All About Pho - Cerritos
11265 183rd St, Cerritos, CA 90703
· Pho restaurant, Vietnamese restaurant
· 4.9/5 Google (2283 reviews)
Delivery · Takeout
Modern Vietnamese pho house delivering rich broth, generous meats, and buzzworthy fish sauce fries at moderate prices, with occasional service rush and fee confusion.
Restaurant Summary
A buzzy Cerritos pho house where lines form for rich, beefy broth and the now-famous fish sauce fries. Servers hustle, a robot shuttles plates, and tables turn fast. One diner summed it up: "Bowls were deeply comforting and the short rib slid right off the bone." Expect a lively, modern vibe with waitlist flow during peak hours. The cooking leans elevated-traditional Vietnamese: long-simmered stock, generous cuts, and premium upgrades like wagyu and filet. Staples such as Pho Xe Lua and beef belly win repeat fans, while fries perfumed with nuoc mam add fun. It is less temple-of-tradition, more polished comfort with a value-forward punch from free noodle refills. Families do well here thanks to friendly flavors and big portions. Kids often gravitate to the fries and simple pho bowls; spice is adjustable. There is no dedicated kids menu, but thin noodle refills help feed hungry teens. Lively energy and shared plaza parking mean peak-time patience pays off.
At a Glance
- Deep, flavorful pho broth with generous meats
- Free unlimited thin noodle refills for dine-in
- Fish sauce fries are a signature crowd-pleaser
- Peak-hour waits and slower refills when busy
- 2% kitchen/service fee and removal confusion reported
What Sets It Apart
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What People Love
- Comforting, beef-forward broth
- Tender short rib and belly cuts
- Addictive fish sauce fries
- Attentive, friendly staff on most visits
- Free noodle refills that boost value
Points of Concern
- Can feel rushed near the end of meals during peak hours
- Service lapses on busy nights (slow refills, mixed attentiveness)
- Reports of a 2% kitchen/service fee and inconsistent removal on request
- Isolated cleanliness complaints (dirty cups or sauce jars)
Service & Dining Experience
Service StyleTable Service
Average Cost$33-45 per person
ReservationsNot required
What to Order
- Choose Pho Xe Lua for variety value
- Add bone marrow or short rib if sharing
- Stick to classic pho if sensitive to fusion sides
Perfect For
- Casual pho cravings with friends
- Family dinners where big bowls win
- Comfort food after a long day
- Out-of-town visitors seeking modern Vietnamese
Location Insights
Area: Suburban Cerritos plaza setting catering to families and groups; lively, high-turnover dining.
Safety: Generally safe suburban environment with steady foot traffic; occasional crowding during peak hours.
Nearby: Part of a larger shopping plaza with shared parking; other eateries and retail nearby.
Practical Information
Opening Hours
Monday11:00–21:00
Tuesday11:00–21:00
Wednesday11:00–21:00
Thursday11:00–21:00
Friday11:00–21:00
Saturday11:00–21:00
Sunday11:00–21:00
Available: Delivery, Takeout
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