Phở Grace

Vietnamese restaurant · Hammond

Phở Grace

Vietnamese restaurant · Hammond

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2728 W Thomas St suite b, Hammond, LA 70401

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Kid-friendly Vietnamese eatery serving pho, boba, and flavorful broth  

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2728 W Thomas St suite b, Hammond, LA 70401 Get directions

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$10–20 · Menu

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2728 W Thomas St suite b, Hammond, LA 70401 Get directions

+1 985 662 3937
@phogracehammond

$10–20 · Menu

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Kailey Bittola

Google
We got the pork poboy and chicken pho with taro tea! The poboy was yummy combination of pickled carrots, cilantro and lemon grass. My chicken pho was delicious. The jalapeños, sprouts come on the side. The large is enough for two people! The staff was so nice and friendly. We will definitely be back.

Ariel Phillips

Google
Two of us went at 5:30pm, sat down quickly & ordered. Prices have gone up since our last visit. We got spring rolls, large beef soup & pork vermicelli bowl and it was $50. We drank water & they did come and give us refills. Staff was friendly and offered chopsticks & add brought us extra napkins.

Edgard Ochoa

Google
Delicious Vietnamese food,all our selections were on point. I would recommend their Pho .The portion of rice noodles tend to be a bit too generous, so I would recommend telling the waitresses not to put so much on your order.

Derrick Logan

Google
I was greeted when I entered the establishment and I then took a seat. I was brought a menu and as soon as I placed my order everything started to come out within 5 minutes. Everything was delicious and the service was spectacular. I really enjoyed this little spot. If you are in the area and you enjoy a good bowl of Pho, stop here.

Maddy Matthews

Google
The complexity of the broth is amazing. So glad Hammond has pho grace. From the vermicelli bowl to simple gyoza you can't go wrong. Spring rolls are also a major favorite. This is a stop we always want to make! My pictures are rushed because we had to dig in as soon as it hit the table!

Shelley Boudreaux

Google
I absolutely LOVE this place! Food is amazing. Unfortunately, the prices are way too high for us to eat there often. But it's great.

Marco Trasvina

Google
My goodness, this place was delicious. The best food I had since I came to Hammond. The staff is friendly and attentive, the food is incredible every bite from my basil flat noodle chicken was pure bliss, my girlfriend had the pho and so did her aunt. If I'm ever back in Hammond I will revisit this location.

Jaylon Pitts

Google
Amazing food and service just would love if the bowls had a bit more meat in them .
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Jamaica B.

Yelp
My first time going here was feb 24 of this year. I filled two punch cards (four total) bc I had a boba punch card as well. After that first visit. I would say I went almost every other week. This place has a nice cozy feel, and it is very clean. The staff is friendly and the food is quick. Pho Grace also has some of the best boba that I've ever had. I literally can not find a strawberry smoothie drink like that anywhere else. The only thing I don't like is that when you order over the phone they charge you the deluxe price for whatever pho you are getting. It took me a while to figure that out because they don't tell you. Other than that I recommend anyone to get some authentic tasting pho here.
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David M.

Yelp
Called in a to-go order last Friday (6/27): beef pho, tofu pho, spam masubi. Picked it up and drove home, but discovered a mistake with part of the order...no tofu. Called to "complain", but we were told that photos of the food we got (missing tofu) were inadequate and we'd have to drive back (15/20 minutes in rain) to get it corrected. I would have been content with any effort to make up for the mistake (discount on next order, free drinks on next visit, etc), but nothing like that was offered. Instead, there was a strong insinuation that we were lying. If that were true, I would have just driven back after hiding the tofu and gotten some more! Unfortunately, we will never go back. Best pho in Hammond, but that doesn't make up for this buffoonery. By the way, the receipt was correct (tofu), but whoever put the order together simply messed it up.
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Chris J.

Yelp
Nice service. The beef is on point. However, the seafood version is strange! Shrimp and crab... I think that's a mistake, and disappointing. That bowl ruin the whole experience. . No pho has imitation crab meat.
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Barry M.

Yelp
First, I am satisfied with the actual business and people there. This rating is purely reflective mostly on the food. The Pho noodle soups are OK / Good. But I find that the meat, particularly the brisket, is full of fat. It would be better if they would evaluate the cuts of meat they are using to ensure they are not giving 50% of the slices as just fat strand pieces. About half of the slices in my soup were purely fat. I am not talking about normal brisket fat; the problem is with the fat content in each slice. I should have more brisket to chew than fat. Pieces that are pure fat are not good. And I could argue that it is brisket when the meat part is not there at all. Spring rolls were OK - but there are better ones out there at other Pho restaurants. Portion size: the soup portion and its components are enough for a sitting. Portion size on meat leaves something to be desired though. I recommend having a bit more meat in the portion. Freshness: After having been to many Pho restaurants, I will have to say food freshness seems to be OK, but not outstanding. I will reserve further comment because I have not been here consistently to give a valid opinion. Value: See also- portion size. Value reflects overpriced selections. Comparisons to other Pho restaurants has Pho Grace slightly overpriced. I won't return frequently solely due to value. Staff were fine - no complaints at all. Restaurant is clean with a nice atmosphere, particularly for lunch. Overall: Pho Grace has been good / great over the years. Value deducted 1 star. Fatty meat deducted 1 star. OK soup deducted 1 star. It was good, but not great. For future visits with better experiences, I will update the review, and should be able to add more stars. Pho Grace is a good restaurant and Hammond is better with them. I do recommend trying it.
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Yen T.

Yelp
We stopped here on our road trip home since it was the only pho restaurant in the area. The food was ok, I thought it was very overpriced for the amount of food you get. Especially since because the quality of food wasn't good. The boba was one of the worst I've ever had. Besides all of that, the place was so dirty. I still feel nauseous thinking about how I ate at a place that dirty.
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Jané J.

Yelp
The pork & shrimp spring rolls with sweet chili sauce have been my go-to! The customer service is great, and it's always a good experience!
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Jaime G.

Yelp
The service and the food are the best. the meat deluxe Pho is so good and the server Aimee is the best, she alone is worth the trip The best attitude ever. customer, Jaime Gonzalez
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Chandler G.

Yelp
Food is always delicious! Servers were nice. This is a chill spot and the best pho in Louisiana
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Kay C.

Yelp
Ordered beef pho and Vietnamese tacos, very tasty. Staff really nice. Also stopped by during king cake season, staff also really nice. I will definitely be back
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Richard C.

Yelp
Pho Grace is great, I have not had their pho yet but have had their teas, and spring rolls and cannot complain. The bbq pork is super good, additionally their spam masubi is so good. Service is normally pretty good and fast.

Lauren M.

Yelp
Got the grilled chicken bahn mi to go. So freaking tasty!!! A bit over priced though imo.
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Angela B.

Yelp
Popped in to try their Boba tea and saw they had spam musubi on the menu. Got milk tea with boba - 3/5 stars, Straweberry Mango smoothly w/boba 4/5 stars and Pineapple smoothie with strawberry jelly 5/5. Spam Musubi - 2/5, have these in Hawaii and this was under whelming to say the least. For $10 you get 2 musubi however, the spam wasn't marinated nor grilled, no fruikake, and the nori covered the entire thing. Flavor was decent however disappointing compared to ones I've had in Hawaii. Wouldn't order again. Service was good no waiting when we arrived. Took around 15 minutes for the musubi which seems long considering it wasn't grilled. Recommend for boba/smoothies however.

Jenay S.

Yelp
Food was delicious!!!! We got the beef Pho and the shrimp spring rolls and my newest favorite item, the bbq pork rolls( sweet bread) , omg Delicious!!!!
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Paige R.

Yelp
Fast friendly service. The staff is always welcoming and with a smile. The food is good and it comes out quick. Cute little establishment. If you're looking for a good Viet place that's authentic, Pho Grace is the place to go. Take a stop while you're in Hammond.

Linda L.

Yelp
The pho was great just wished they gave us more veggies instead of pinch. The beef flat noodles was amazing! Def will be part of my pit stop. Presentation not so much. Service was great.
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Codi B.

Yelp
Nice to have a Vietnamese place in Hammond. Definitely the better of the two in town that offer pho. Love what the menu offers; some items are not true to traditional Vietnamese; but their spin is still tasty. The service is hit or miss in the times I've been; but this last time was good. Everything comes out in a timely fashion and portion sizes are great. You definitely leave full. Love that they offer bao buns and their pho broth is definitely more tasty now.

Kathy L.

Yelp
Great pho soup! Always the go to for my granddaughter when sick. Friendly staff that are always helpful to us.
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Kait M.

Yelp
The food was delicious. I had a group of 10 dine in on a busy cold Friday night and they accommodated us well. All staff was very polite & attentive! The orange chicken was soooo good. I added one eggroll and it was tiny compared to the spring roll we got.
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Grace W.

Yelp
Really nice place!!! We go there for boba and it's amazing just wish they had some more flavors! People are very nice as well.
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Eden Y.

Yelp
I highly recommend this restaurant! The service is always great and the food is delicious. It isn't incredibly fancy, but it's a nice place to relax with friends for lunch!
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Karen B.

Yelp
I'm delightfully surprised that I found the best Vietnamese restaurant in the small city of Hammond! Since moving to New Orleans ~3 years go, I've been searching for a place that feels like home back in southern CA, where I'm spoiled with so many good Viet eateries. At Pho Grace, I was welcomed with warm smiles, and the staff was very patient with me as I was deciding what to order. I was recommended anything with their grilled pork and bun bo hue, but it was a little warm out for a noodle soup, so I settled on the grilled pork Vietnamese tacos and grilled pork steamed rice. Their pork is soft and tender, well-seasoned, and grilled to perfection! I typically don't eat pork, but Pho Grace has me wanting more! The Vietnamese tacos are actually bao buns, which were soft and slightly chewy, just the way I like them. They were filled with that yummy grilled pork and topped with pickled veggies. You can choose different proteins like chicken or tofu as well. They also have a boba bar with so many drinks to choose from. You can even adjust your sugar level. I ended up getting their Thai tea with very light sweetener, no boba. I loved how I could actually taste the notes of the Thai tea, which wasn't overwhelmed by half and half or simple syrup. I will definitely be back to try their pho and bun bo hue!
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Jamie C.

Yelp
Great service and delicious food. I will definitely be back! Best PoBoy I've ever tried.
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Brooks P.

Yelp
Amazing! The bun salad with shrimp was huge and as good as any at my favorite places in San Diego. The fresh spring rolls are like crack. You order two but you want 6 more. Then if your mom or dad is being picky you can eat their leftover beef pho and feel like a nice nap on the plane home. Also it was all gluten free and no reaction. A gem! Thank you!
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E A.

Yelp
Small, fairly quiet place. The PHO (had the large Beef without Tripe) was good. Great Thai Chilli Paste. I like it spicy and 2 spoons of it was enough. Prices are not bad either. Server's are friendly and the dining area was clean.
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Phalan W.

Yelp
Who would've thought that the best Pho restaurant I'd ever eat at would be in a small town in Louisiana without a single Vietnamese staff member in sight EVERYTHING was delicious. We had Almond Milk tea and Honeydew Milk tea minus the boba, fried spring rolls, fresh spring rolls with grilled pork and shrimp, basil fried noodles, shrimp fried rice, and beef pho noodle soup. The stars were the grilled pork and shrimp spring rolls and the beef noodle soup. The spring rolls had a delicious, smokey, savory flavor that paired perfectly with the peanut and hot chili paste dipping sauce. Finally, the beef pho noodle soup was filled with beef and the flavor of the broth was delicious. I'm so used to packing my soup with sauces and paste because the flavoring is lacking, but not this one. I didn't have to add anything and it was great as is. I'd definitely recommend coming here, as the staff is also quick, sweet and efficient.
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Ruth P.

Yelp
Shaken beef was tough for teeth and knife. Told waiter and got no reply. Combination fried rice was good. Very busy small restaurant. If ever visiting Houston try "Huynh" east of downtown for best Vietnamese food.
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Aaron H.

Yelp
Great fast service, good Pho. I had the eye round steak pho and it is sweetened with sugar. It's a little too sweet for my preference. I ordered it spicy also and it was extremely oily with chili oil. There was spam on the menu which was the strangest concept ever for a Vietnamese restaurant. It gave me a good laugh. The boba bar seemed massive and impressive though I didn't try any. I loved the atmosphere, though it was a bit chilly inside.
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Krystal G.

Yelp
First off the customer service here is great. They were very friendly and call you when your order is ready. They have a convenient window to pick up your food. The combination fried rice was some of the best fried rice I've ever had. There was so much meat and flavor. The Chinese sausage is AMAZING. I need more of it ASAP. The basil flat noodles reminded me of drunken noodles without the spice. Again very generous with the chicken. Spam musubi was good and I like the sauce they put in the roll. We also tried the egg rolls which were very yummy. They have noodles, carrots, pork and onions in them. I've avoided Vietnamese restaurants in the past since I didn't like pho but this place has so many more options than just pho. 10/10 would recommend. Will absolutely be a frequent visitor here.
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Roy O.

Yelp
We in town from Houston for son (hbu) Southland conference tournament. We get spoil with good vietnamese food and this place is right up there. Really love their food and the service is exceptional. The grilled pork and egg roll vermicelli bowl was fresh and delicious. To me it's instant comfort food. My wife ( Vietnamese ) had the spicy beef noodle soup and she had her doubts prior to ordering it but pleasantly surprised the broth & meat was delicious. Highly recommend them for your next dining out experience in the Hammond, La area.
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Izumi K.

Yelp
I had the lemongrass chicken. It had a very nice flavor. I also got an egg roll which was overpriced. They gave me one egg roll and cut it in half to make it seem like I was getting two; it was already small to begin with. I had the thai tea with boba which was also very good.
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Chantay M.

Yelp
Pho Grace is a great place to dine in. I recently ordered to go and I wasn't as impressed. Although they included all the necessities to make the order at home it took much longer. The broth didn't seem as hot (even including travel time) which forced me to have to cook it on the stove. I normally get the brisket Pho but this time I ventured off and order the seafood pho with shrimp only. I didn't like the shrimp, as they were ur normal frozen salad shrimp. I will definitely eat here again, returning to my normal brisket order and I will be dining in.
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Stella C.

Yelp
Welcome to Hammond, Pho Grace! We are very grateful to finally have an authentic Vietnamese restaurant in this area! We arrived here during peak lunch hour on the grand opening day. Despite it being crowded and slightly chaotic, the staff provided excellent customer service. The restaurant took over the former space where Orange Leaf used to be. There are about 15 tables and two areas of bar stool seating to accomodate 10 more guests. They kept most of the color scheme from the last tenant, and it works out in their favor. I find it to be a cheery cafe. The yogurt bar has now turned into a boba tea bar with a variety of fruit and coffee drinks. A big plus --they use fresh fruit, not flavored powder. The menu offers the main staples of Vietnamese cuisine: soups, rice noodle bowls, rice dishes, and sandwiches. We ordered a beef pho and spicy beef soup with eggrolls for an appetizer. The eggrolls came two to an order, and they were on the small side with little filling. They were a bit overfried, but since it's a crazy day, I will give them a pass on that. The pho broth was on point! There is something on the menu for most here, including vegetarian and gluten free options. Overall, we had a great experience and will definitely return to try the rest of the menu!
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Alicia K.

Yelp
We eat here pretty often and usually get the Pho which is very good but today I wanted to try something else. The girl at the next table had the Pho Grace salad which looked so good that I ordered it. OMG this salad waS incredible! Fresh and bursting with flavor. I haven't eaten anything this good in a long time. The dressing is a Thai sweet chili based dressing to which they add their house made fish sauce. The salad is fresh cabbage and greens and topped with grilled beef, chicken and shrimp. It is a meal unto itself. Very tasty, filling and downright delicious. The wait staff are pleasant and very attentive. We love this little place.
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Heidi G.

Yelp
Stopped in on opening day for dinner. Was crowded when we arrived but was quickly seated. Wait staff was helpful & excellent. Enjoyed the egg rolls. And the Pho was absolutely delicious...the broth in it was amazing. All food ordered was delicious & came out quickly. We will be back!!

Ava S.

Yelp
Wonderful oasis of lighter but flavorful food in an area known for seemingly everything being fried or otherwise loaded. Everything I had was tasty.
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Zordone O.

Yelp
I am Grateful for the pho, consistently superb. Grilled pork is spot on in everything and anything. Bubble tea with real fruit and boba, yes, yes, yes. Always delicious and a wonderfully family own business. Making a wise choice to take out only makes us all safer. Definitely the most delicious and delightful pho restaurant ever. Thank you for the deliciousness
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Michael W.

Yelp
Full disclosure, I'm not a huge fan of pho. I don't like thin soups, but I've found other options on the menu that keep me coming back for more! The spring rolls are excellent, I've tasted the pho, and it is pretty good.. but the basil noodles are my favorite. The prices are very reasonable; for the quality and quantity of food it is a bargain! The service is excellent, and the staff is knowledgeable about the products and willing to answer any questions and offer suggestions to those of us who aren't well versed in Vietnamese food. ((Don't be shy if you aren't an adventurous diner)) The dining area is decorated in a modern theme and very clean.. but the location is in a strip mall between B-Wow and Goodwill. I feel like they get every other aspect right, except the physical location- This place is easy to miss if you aren't looking for it, and I think they would fit better in the downtown area. They will definitely be added to the regular restaurant rotation.
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Carolyn D.

Yelp
We Love this place! The service was great! The food was delicious and the prices are not bad at all!!! We will be returning soon
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Julie T.

Yelp
Pho choices were aplenty. Chinese tacos amazing. Prices a bit higher than I've paid at other pho restaurants although the portions were large. Location is small and tables are very close. Not a good choice with a large crowd.
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Tessie N.

Yelp
Being Vietnamese from Southern California, I've always been spoiled by all the different Viet restaurants surrounding me. This place reminded me of home and is a nice hidden gem in Hammond. The restaurant was busy on a Friday afternoon, but the workers were still nice and attentive. My fiancé ordered his favorite vermicelli noodles with grilled pork and egg rolls, I ordered a small brisket pho and we shared an order of the grilled pork vietnamese tacos. The portions here are a lot larger for what we're used to back home, so you really get what you pay for. I loved the grilled pork vietnamese tacos. The buns were nice and soft and the pork was super flavorful and juicy. My fiancé struggled to finish his noodles, but managed to eat all the delicious meat. I liked how the veggies were cut small for easy bites. My pho had a ton of brisket in it, and the broth was nice and smooth. They also have a boba bar with lots of different drinks! A nice little stop if you're outside of nola and wanting some great Viet food.

Jason W.

Yelp
I called in an order at ten to six Wednesday evening. They said it would be ready in 15 minutes. No problem. I got there and paid for it at 6:04 pm according to the time stamp on my receipt. Sat down to wait. Four or five more people came in after me to pick up their (much larger) orders. And I sit there and watch those same four or five orders being prepared and handed to their respective owners before mine was put together. They finally boxed up mine and gave it to me at 6:30.
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Jesse B.

Yelp
Pho Grace in Hammond is excellent. Yes, they have Boba tea. I feel their pho is the best in town. I tend to favor the spicy beef noodle. They even package their pho well in a "to go" setting. The more things in your pho the better. Don't be afraid to add tendon and tripe, it adds to the flavor.
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Cathy N.

Yelp
I'm really glad there's finally an authentic Vietnamese cuisine restaurant in Hammond! I was honestly surprised to see how busy it was on a Sunday afternoon. We ordered a taro smoothie with tapioca and the girl kind of put too much condensed milk and sugar but it's okay, everyone has different taste buds. Next we ordered, two bowls of the Deluxe Pho. Really good broth! My only complaint here is if I'm paying 10$, I should be stuffed! There was barely any noodle and meat. I rarely finish the broth but I did this time around. The place itself is very simple with a decent sized juice/boba bar. Will be returning whenever we crave for pho!
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Cherie A.

Yelp
One of my favorite places to get pho and tea! It's a bit sad they aren't open for dine in, but it's good to see how careful they're being. They have a large menu with lots of different options for food and drink. I'd definitely recommend this place to anyone who wants good Vietnamese food!
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Bernice C.

Yelp
Visiting Hammond from Los Angeles , it's nice to find a noodle restaurant like this .

Logan H.

Yelp
This establishment has some of the best pho I have ever tasted. They have boba tea and other dishes besides pho one the menu. Personally, the potstickers and chicken pho are my go to for this place. Overall, 10/10 would recommend.
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Skillet F.

Yelp
We probably have the food network to thank for the slow acceptance of ethnic foods in rural communities over the last handful of years. It's not a stretch to find a sushi joint landlocked in the middle of Illinois now, or an Indian Punjabi in Texas, or a Vietnamese restaurant in small town Louisiana. Pho Grace is tucked away in a strip mall in Hammond, Louisiana. Across the street from a massive super Walmart. I was craving a bowl of Bun Bo Hue, so I thought I'd check it out. Glad I did. This was a fantastic bowl of Spicy Beef Noodle soup. The broth was the star of the show. Lemongrass hits you in the face along with a slight sweet acidity from pineapple. Then comes a mild, but assertive heat from a crimson slick of annatto oil and chili's. They didn't skimp on the meat. Brisket, cha lua, and perfectly cooked tendon bobbed in the steaming soup. Aside from a great bowl of Bun Bo Hue, they also have a small, but playful, cocktail menu. A sriracha Bloody Mary sounded appealing, but the "Asian mist," a concoction of melon liquor, coconut rum, and pineapple juice really sounded refreshing. Pho Grace is another example of how restaurants in rural communities can totally surprise you with excellent grub. I'll definitely be back during my stay here.
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Josh T.

Yelp
This place really is a phenomenal place to get food. Every experience I've had here has been overly enjoyable! This was the first place I was able to try Pho and I'll never regret it. Just writing this up is hurting because I desire to go back and eat soon! I recommend the spicy beef Pho, spicy seafood pho, and I'm very fond of their spring rolls (beef or shrimp). I haven't tried the boba tea yet, but that's soon.
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Nathan W.

Yelp
love Vietnamese food and am so glad we finally have a Vietnamese restaurant in Hammond. My group and I stopped by here Monday and were blown away with the food. We were also very pleased that the restaurant seemed busy - that's a good sign. My appetizer of Vietnamese spring rolls came to the table and were beautiful and nicely sized for the price. Although I have never had them with just lettuce before (usually they are stuffed with Thai basil, cilantro and mint), they were very tasty and the thin dipping sauce that comes with them is delicious. The rice paper wrapping was the perfect mix of chewy and tender. I ordered the deluxe pho and I can say that the broth is the cleanest, purest pho broth I have had in years. The large size bowl was filled with delicious rice noodles and beef and came to our table piping hot and full of flavor. Standards such as bean sprouts, Thai basil, green chili pepper slices and lime wedges were served on the side. Although I did miss a little fresh cilantro like I've had in other places, the flavor of the soup was more than enough to make me forget about it entirely. Best of all - I had leftovers for later! The atmosphere is bustling - I really liked the bars with bar stools lining a couple of the walls - it made it feel like a really authentic asian style restaurant where you come in, eat your food, and be on your way. Plenty of tables as well, but if you go for lunch you may want to go before or after the lunch rush or you might end up waiting for a table to open up. The entire restaurant was clean and bright and just felt comfortable. The wait staff, admittedly, can be just a TAD on the slow side, but they are doing great so far. This will all change as everyone settles into their roles and I can see nothing but improvement. They are very friendly and accomodating, full of smiles and eager to help with any questions. I also thought that it was a truly wonderful thing that the owner stopped by our table and introduced himself and offered up some suggestions from the menu. I really enjoyed seeing him walking around the entire restaurant keeping an eye on things and helping out where he could. You can tell he is proud of Pho Grace and wants it to succeed, and if our experience Monday was indicative of how things are going to be, I see nothing but success in the future. Hammond, if you've never had Vietnamese food or are looking for a good bowl of pho, please give Pho Grace a try. I hope they stay around for a long time and am eager to go back and sample everything they have to offer.