Cincinnati｜How to Spot an Authentic Pho Restaurant 🥢🇺🇸

Tested in the US: one trick to tell if a pho place is authentic 😎 After your meal, notice whether you bring the bill to the counter yourself or if it’s brought to your table. If you pay at the register—it’s the real deal! This spot passed the test ✅ — and it also comes highly recommended by Vietnamese friends as the best pho in Cincinnati. We loved it so much we went twice! 🍜💗 Highlights: 🌟 My No.1: Beef Pho – The broth is incredibly rich and flavorful. I ordered a large bowl with generous portions of beef. The bean sprouts and basil were fresh, and the broth was so good I took the leftovers home—couldn’t waste a drop! 🌟 Char Siu Udon – Slightly spicy and cooked with garlic oil, it felt like a delicious twist on Cantonese flavors. Perfect for the Chinese palate! 🌟 Spring Rolls – Served with peanut sauce 🥜, and filled with fresh shrimp. 🌟 Stir-Fried Noodles – A huge portion, wok-fried to perfection. You can hear them cooking in the back—the “wok hei” is strong! The beef was tender and smooth. 🌟 Bánh Mì – The baguette was soft but crispy, with a rich buttery taste. 🥖 A must-try for pho lovers! Don’t forget to bring cash just in case 💵 #CincinnatiEats #OhioFoodie #PhoLover #VietnameseFood #CincinnatiWeekend #FoodReview #CincinnatiLife #USVietnameseCuisine #SpringRolls #InternationalStudentEats