Pho Viet Express — Restaurant in Toms River

Not the same restaurant a few years ago, new owners. First walking in, you see "Bill and Ted's" not so excellent adventure into the Vietnamese culture.

Asking for authentic, freshly brewed Vietnamese coffee with ice and condensed milk, instead you get a canned version from the fridge placed in a plastic to go cup

The menu looks the same but the wizard behind the curtain is not of Vietnamese descent.

The waiter brings out a plate of sides for the pho and says, "We are out of bean sprouts, so we have some shredded lettuce instead". Oh boy :/

It's like going to a Chinese restaurant and they have run out of soy sauce.

As I looked around, I noticed that I was the only Vietnamese person trying to stomach an American washed version of my culture. Sadlly, it was my bday and had to suffer along with my family.

The previous year I celebrated my bday here and the place was packed with Vietnamese people. What does that tell you?

The secret to visiting an authentic foreign cuisine and wondering if it’s any good is look around and see who’s dining. Do you see Vietnamese people at a Vietnamese restaurant? The same rule applies for other ethnicity. If not then I suggest you find another place.

The special, Dac Biet, phô I had ordered, looked and smelled like traditional phô but once the broth was sampled, I realized that this was not sitting for 6 hours stewing with all the necessary ingredients to make it Vietnamese.

My wife had "lemongrass" shrimp with rice but there was no hint of lemongrass flavoring at all and her rice was lukewarm and not fluffy as if it was cooked on a stove in a pot and left to sit instead of being cooked in a traditional rice pot.

I have no arguments with people loving Vietnamese food but if you decide to sell it in a restaurant then you must respect the culture and not substitute staple ingredients and take...

Pho Viet Express in Toms River is a true culinary gem! If you’re craving authentic Vietnamese food, this is the place to be. The moment you step inside, you’re welcomed by a cozy, inviting atmosphere that makes you feel right at home.

The menu is fantastic, offering a wide variety of traditional dishes, but the star of the show is definitely the pho. The broth is rich, flavorful, and incredibly comforting—exactly what you want from a perfect bowl of pho. The portions are generous, and everything is made with the freshest ingredients. Their spring rolls and banh mi are also must-tries, packed with flavor and absolutely delicious.

The service is top-notch—quick, friendly, and always with a smile. Whether you’re dining in or taking out, they ensure everything is just right. The prices are very reasonable, especially for the quality and quantity of food you get.

Pho Viet Express has quickly become my go-to spot for Vietnamese cuisine in Toms River. It’s a place where you can enjoy a delicious, satisfying meal every time. Highly...

The first time I went here was a dine in with my parents, they liked the pho but the broth wasn't enough so I asked for more and they really made sure I knew I wasn't getting it for free. So I said yes that is ok charge me for it. Checked the bill and was charged $5.50 for it.😲 Wow right!? I let it slide and just gave them a 10% tip. Second time we ordered a take out of 5 pho's. Just wondering how they measure their broth/pho's when it's a dine in and to go. Because last night my parents wasn't able to finish the broth. Also, didn't like the owner's attitude when I took my order on my own and came back inside to make sure I didn't leave anything by mistake. Not my fault nobody was there to greet me to hand me my to go order. Next, if you can't express yourself and talk english very well, know that your actions speak a lot. And boy oh boy were your actions very rude. I won't come back to this place anymore, I would rather give my business to somebody that knows how to give excellent...