Tram
When you are sick and tired and the weather is cold, you know a bowl of pho would be perfect. I picked Pho Guru because I drove by and saw a pho restaurant in this area, which made me curious to try it.
We dined in for lunch. At first it was just us and one other table, but not long after, more people started coming in, probably for lunch as well. The restaurant is pretty large, with both tables and booths, plus a big table for large groups.
This is what we ordered:
Combo Rolls
This comes as a sampler with five different types of spring rolls. Regular spring rolls, nem nuong rolls (fermented grilled pork), grilled chicken, grilled pork, and shrimp only. I really liked this idea because it lets you try everything without having to order each roll separately. My favorite was the nem nuong roll.
Bun Bo Hue
I do not eat pork blood or pork loaf, so I substituted them with more tendon and beef meatballs. Because of that, I cannot really comment on how the pork tasted. The broth was okay but a little lacking in flavor. After I asked for shrimp paste, it tasted much better.
Bo Kho (Beef Stew)
This is my husband favorite dish, so he always orders it whenever a place has it. He ordered the one come with bread as dipping. He did not really like this one. It was not bad, but not great either. The flavor was missing, and the broth was more watered down than how he prefers it. Still, it is worth trying if you like beef stew.
Overall, our experience was just okay. The service was fine, but the food did not leave a strong impression on us. We did not stay long since my husband had to get back to work. I would come back to try more dishes, especially pho. Since their name is Pho Guru, I feel like the pho might be better. Plus we dined in around Fall time in 2025 so I think the place would have so change with out last experience
… moreKathy Tran
This pho restaurant is an absolute gem! The broth is rich, flavorful, it tastes authentic and comforting in every sip. The noodles are perfectly cooked, the meat is fresh and tender, and the portions are generous. We have also tried their amazing rice and Bun Bo Hue. The staff are friendly, welcoming, and always make you feel at home, which makes the whole dining experience even better. If you’re craving a comforting bowl of pho, highly recommend and definitely coming back again.
… morePL
Today, we tried the Guru Pho, their signature pho noodle soup featuring a variety of meat toppings. The rare steak, brisket, tripe, and tendon were all tender and enjoyable, though the meatballs were a bit chewy. I usually prefer meatballs with a springier texture when bitten. The broth had a rich, savory flavor but was missing the usual aromatic herbs that often enhance this dish. I plan to try the pho again to see if the taste remains consistent or improves. We also ordered the grilled pork spring rolls, which were delicious and served with a peanut dipping sauce.
… moreLy Võ
The special combination beef pho is very satisfying. The broth is clear, rich, and flavorful without being too heavy. It comes with a generous variety of meats including rare beef, brisket, fatty flank, tendon, tripe, and beef meatballs.
Each cut has a great texture, and everything pairs well with the soft rice noodles. A must-try if you want the full pho experience.
… moreHarjas
This place is a great place to have some decent Banh Mi! I got the grilled chicken one and absolutely liked the flavor. It definitely kept me full for the rest of the day. The service was a bit slow but the servers were really kind. I also liked the ambiance of the place and will be back to try more menu items.
… moreAmber Calderon
The restaurant atmosphere is very relaxing quiet and very clean. The service is hit or miss sometimes they are very helpful and kind other times they barely check on you but overall they are never rude. The food here is fresh and taste very good, the PHO broth is sweeter here than any place I’ve ever tasted, which was a new experience, but not a bad one.
… moreDulce P
Must try their Pho!! Some of the most savory I have ever had my partner got the combo vermicelli and it was also a 5/5 according to him.
… moreGinger AbiHabib
Newly opened in Old Katy, and boy are we lucky! The Pho and Spring Rolls with Peanut Butter Sauce were outstanding! I had a strawberry limeade and my husband had Chai tea. We were very impressed with the flavors and price. Not to mention the server was so conscientious about making sure everything was gluten-free for me!
… moreLexie E
We’ve always ordered here at Pho Guru for take out and delivery. The servers are always very pleasant and accommodating. We always order their Filet Mignon Pho, Grilled Chicken Vermicelli and their chicken comes in big chunks and very tasty. My favorite is their beef bahn mi. Everything here is very tasty. We love the location as well. It’s very quiet and easy parking.
… moreMerilee Speigner
Ordered takeout and we were really impressed by the pho! Broth has delicious flavor and the guru pho and ribeye pho both came with a thin sliced raw steak that cooked right in the hot broth. Tender, tasty. No rubbery meat. Very delicious. Will be back.
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