Pho 79

5 ratings
$$ • Vietnamese Restaurant
Reported NOT to have a gluten-free menu, but gluten-free options are available
Reported GF menu options: Soup
Safety Rating
5 ratings

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507 Hilltop Plaza
Virginia Beach, VA 23454

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Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 7 years ago read full review

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I wish that I had the experiences that the previous commenters have. Each time I have ordered from this place, I have been made to feel like an annoyance for requesting my meal to be gluten free. Three times so far, I have ended up having reactions. Today was the worst reaction of them all. The girl who always takes my order (you'll know her by her inability to smile or be nice, ever) could care less whether or not my food is or isn't gluten free, and I will no longer be gambling with my health by eating here.

I gave it two stars because the woman who works here, possibly the owner, was so kind and helpful the first few times I had gone there, and the food is delicious. When she is not present, however, my food gets contaminated and tries to kill me. Sorry, lady. Please teach your staff about food safety.

Celiac friendly?

No

Updated 7 years ago read full review

Celiac

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Yummy pho food. Never gotten sick here. Fresh rolls yummy too

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 8 years ago read full review

This establishment is NOT a dedicated gluten-free facility and may not be safe for those with celiac disease. Please contact the establishment directly to inquire about safety precautions.

Gluten-Free Features

  • Soup

Categories

  • Asian
  • Lunch
  • Restaurant
  • Vietnamese

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I love this place. I have eaten here many times with no issues

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 9 years ago read full review

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This place is awesome! I get one of the beef soups with the normal (rice) noodles and beef in grape leaves and have never had an issue. Avoid the fried rolls--they are not GF. The fresh rolls are excellent, but I would avoid the peanut sauce as it usually has hoisin and/or soy sauce mixed in.

Celiac friendly?

No

Updated 10 years ago read full review

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I was really craving some pho so I called them to ask if they had gluten free options based on the mixed reviews on here. The guy who answered said “I don’t know if we do. I’m very busy. Bye bye” and hung up the phone. When I called back they didn’t answer. The fact that they couldn’t even answer the question or have basic customer service skills makes me not trust their ability to make me a safe meal, nor do I want to give my money to them.

Safety


How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Not at all

Quality & Quantity


How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much/None

Celiac

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Not safe for anyone with celiac! I talked to the manager and they told me that, due to their cross contamination, it would not be safe to order there. They use the same water to boil gluten containing ingredients and gluten free noodles

Safety


How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Not at all

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much/None

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Poor

Celiac

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Their pho is very good and the staff is kind. You should try their boba drinks, I personally recommend the lychee boba.

Safety


How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for lunch
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Offers outdoor seating
Celiac

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I called and verified that the broth they use is NOT gluten free

Safety


How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Not at all

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much

Overall Rating

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The staff told me that everything on their menu had gluten except for the spring rolls

Celiac friendly?

No

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