Pho Tau Bay Ltt Restaurant

I honestly had very low expectations only based on the visual exterior but was i surprised food is delicious and well loved tons of flavors and good service menu is short and simple highly recommend this establishment

Be sure to enter “Pho Tau Bay Ltt Restaurant” when you look them up, not just “Pho Tau Bay”, there are a few other restaurants with similar names, and only this one includes “Ltt.” I know what LLC stands for, but to this day, I still have no idea what Ltt means… and forgot to ask. Need-to-know tips for your first visit: -If you pay cash, leave your tip on the table. -If you pay credit card, they will automatically add a 15% tip to your total (minimum $3), including on to-go orders. -Prices are subject to change without notice. I came here on Saturday, 7/19, on a mission for good Bánh Cuốn, thanks to my sister’s strong recommendation. According to her, this is the only place she likes to eat it, her favorite, hands down. My son and I arrived just before 12:30pm and were seated right away. Since we already knew what we wanted, we ordered without needing the menu, $35 (same price $17.50 each) total paid with cash: Two Bánh Cuốn Đặc Biệt, one with everything (including pork floss) for my son, and one without the floss for me. I tend to avoid the usual thịt chà bông since most places don’t season it well; I have a go-to spot in San Jose just for that alone. The food came out quickly, though it was a bit colder than I prefer. They serve their rice sheets folded flat, not rolled, a style choice that can spark debate, depending on which region of Vietnam you ask. For the record, “cuốn” literally means “coil” or “roll,” but it’s a hill I’m not dying on. The rice sheets were thinner than the ones we later tried at Bánh Cuốn Thanh Trì. No bells and whistles here, just classic OG bánh cuốn with chả lụan and chả chiên. (Both were sliced super thin, only 3 slices each. I personally preferred the chả chiên for its added flavor.) The dried shallots were reasonable in portion, but the herb plate (bean sprouts, cucumber, and basil) was smaller than what you’d typically expect. Their sweet fish sauce came in a super shallow, tiny dish, so we asked for more. The filling was standard: ground pork and wood ear mushroom, nothing fancy but traditional. This is a small, family-run spot, with a really warm, down-to-earth vibe. If you speak Vietnamese, they’re even more talkative, They were super friendly and funny with us once we started chatting. From what I observed, they seem to know many of their regulars by name and face. Located in a shared strip plaza, so parking can be tight, but available.

The food has some quality, but the overall experience is frustrating and the business practices are questionable. Customer service is poor, and the billing issues are unacceptable. We were charged tip twice, and items were grouped incorrectly to raise the total. We ordered 4 regular bánh cuốn and 4 special, but were charged for 8 special instead. That is not a minor mistake — it significantly inflates the bill. They also automatically add a tip, even on takeout orders, with a minimum of $3, and charge $0.50 for tap water. None of this is communicated clearly. As for the food itself: the bánh cuốn wrappers are nicely thin, which is a plus. However, the portion of toppings and fillings is very light, making the dish feel underwhelming and weaker compared to other restaurants that serve the same dish. Good food basics cannot make up for poor service and billing practices that feel deceptive. Check your receipt carefully if you choose to eat here.

My meal here was totally delicious. I found the pho broth to be incredible and very nourishing. There was a $3 charge on my card for tip but I had no issues with that. If I am in the area again I will definitely be back to eat here again.

Lived in OC all my life and thought I’ve been to all the restaurants here. But today was an eye opener. It’s a Pho restaurant but has the best bánh cuốn in town. Made fresh and puts all the other bánh cuốn restaurant to shame.

This is a supposed to be an authentic Pho restaurant that was originally from Saigon, Vietnam. They are famous with their Pho and Banh Uot. We found the Pho was OK, not too bad but not a wow using the original Vietnamese pho standards. The Banh Uot was really good. The portion was not as much as other places but the taste was better. The restaurant is quite large and has many inside seats. Plenty of parking spaces. This is a handicap friendly facility.

Banh Cuon a must & chè hạt sen! Dont know why the name of pho resturant. only come here for Banh cuon.

One of the best and freshest Banh Cuon place I have ever been! It literally melt in your mouth.

Pho Tau Bay LTT stands for Pho Tau Bay Ly Thai To, which is the restaurant's original location in Saigon, Viet Nam, located on Ly Thai To street. This place is located in a strip mall on 1st and Harbor in Santa Ana. It is a no-frills, hole in the wall that serves up delicious banh cuon. Service was good and we were seated right away. I asked the waitress how long the restaurant has been in operation, and she told me they have been around for 28 years, so since around 1997. This place is known for its BANH CUON, so do not be fooled by its name. We also tried their #7 pho tai gau, which was a little weak and tasted more bland- 2 stars. The noodles may have been thawed, so we had a hard time breaking them apart from the hot broth. Do not come here for pho. The star of the show was definitely the banh cuon, and I think I have found my FAVORITE BANH CUON place! We ordered the BANH UOT DAC BIET $16 and the BANH CUON DAC BIET $16. The difference between banh uot and banh cuon is that banh uot are the plain rice rolls, and banh "cuon," meaning "rolled" in Vietnamese, is rolled into a filling, in this case, pork and mushroom. The plates were large and came out warm and so fresh. They were soft and melted in your mouth... omg. The dac biet or special plates come with pork floss on top. It was a tasty addition, not to mention the meal was healthy and I did not taste msg like other places. Banh Cuon Luu Luyen is pretty good, but they have a lot of msg in their rolls. By the way, make sure to BRING CASH. Otherwise, they will automatically charge an additional 15% on your credit card. They do specifically list this on the bottom of their menu. You can leave them a cash tip on the table. I will definitely come back again and will refer friends and family for their banh cuon. Happy eating!

- Ambiance is very down to earth and chill vibes. - Service was attentive and fast. Food came within 5ish minutes of ordering. - 2* I ordered the steak & brisket pho. Unfortunately it was lacking spices. I had to add quite a bit of poison sauce and Sriracha to give it something snappy. - 3* The rest of the family ate banh cuon of different varieties. This was my first time having this dish so I don't have anything to compare it to. That being said it had an enjoyable flavor. I'm conflicted about coming here again. While the food was decent, I wasn't blown away. The rest of the family really enjoyed the ban coun. Ill have to order that if I do come again.

+ Their specialty bánh cuốn is delicious and homey. Well complemented by chả lụa and boiled giá, - but lacking in protein and nutrients for someone like me. + They have a nice history of successful business back in VN shown in the old photos along the wall. + Polite, helpful staff. + Ample indoor seating. + Quiet, peaceful ambience. + Good amount of parking. + Two restrooms.

Be sure to enter "Pho Tau Bay Ltt Restaurant" when you look them up, not just "Pho Tau Bay", there are a few other restaurants with similar names, and only this one includes "Ltt." I know what LLC stands for, but to this day, I still have no idea what Ltt means... and forgot to ask. Need-to-know tips for your first visit: -If you pay cash, leave your tip on the table. -If you pay credit card, they will automatically add a 15% tip to your total (minimum $3), including on to-go orders. -Prices are subject to change without notice. I came here on Saturday, 7/19, on a mission for good Bánh Cuốn, thanks to my sister's strong recommendation. According to her, this is the only place she likes to eat it, her favorite, hands down. My son and I arrived just before 12:30pm and were seated right away. Since we already knew what we wanted, we ordered without needing the menu: Two Bánh Cuốn Đặc Biệt, one with everything (including pork floss) for my son, and one without the floss for me. I tend to avoid the usual thịt chà bông since most places don't season it well; I have a go-to spot in San Jose just for that alone. The food came out quickly, though it was a bit colder than I prefer. They serve their rice sheets folded flat, not rolled, a style choice that can spark debate, depending on which region of Vietnam you ask. For the record, "cuốn" literally means "coil" or "roll," but it's a hill I'm not dying on. The rice sheets were thinner than the ones we later tried at Bánh Cuốn Thanh Trì. No bells and whistles here, just classic OG bánh cuốn with chả lụa and chả chiên. (Both were sliced super thin, only 3 slices each. I personally preferred the chả chiên for its added flavor.) The dried shallots were reasonable in portion, but the herb plate (bean sprouts, cucumber, and basil) was smaller than what you'd typically expect. Their sweet fish sauce came in a super shallow, tiny dish, so we asked for more. The filling was standard: ground pork and wood ear mushroom, nothing fancy but traditional. This is a small, family-run spot, with a really warm, down-to-earth vibe. If you speak Vietnamese, they're even more talkative, they were super friendly and funny with us once we started chatting. From what I observed, they seem to know many of their regulars by name and face. Located in a shared strip plaza, so parking can be tight, but available.

We had bánh cuốn and Phở, it was really good highly recommended the service was very dry not too friendly and never check up on us. The restaurant It's not to shabby but it needs to update the dinning room from table to chairs and decorations.

So I rushed to my normal place for banh cuon. I arrived at 3:35 pm but the owner wouldn't let me in because they close at 4:00 pm. :( I sat in the car & searched Yelp got a good banh cuốn place nearby and this restaurant turned up. So the banh cuốn was good, but the fish sauce (nuoc cham) was really salty. And they don't give much. I ordered a large and it came with 5 super thin rice rolls. The shredded pork floss went well with that dish. The Inside of the restaurant is very dated and it is not in a best area. Not sure if I would return.

My family of five recently breakfast at pho Tàu bay Ltt Food: Ok * Generally, the quality of the bánh cuốn here is quite good. All five of us were satisfied with our meals. The food aspect of the restaurant definitely deserves high praise. Service: Very Bad * This was the major disappointment. The service staff was very poor. They appeared unenthusiastic, service was slow, and they even displayed an unpleasant attitude when we asked for additional items or had questions about the menu. This negative interaction significantly hampered our family's overall dining experience. If you are purely looking for a good bowl of pho or bánh cuốn and don't mind poor customer service, this place is acceptable. However, for the price point, I would expect a much better service experience. The restaurant urgently needs to retrain its staff to retain customers

This was my second time in, and I think now I can truly appreciate what an outstanding meal Pho Tau Bay delivers. The pho broth was flavorful with an incredibly light touch. Meats were delicious, nicely varied, and plentiful. Absolutely loved the rice noodles - maybe the best I've ever had. Terrific meal, light yet hearty, all served in a friendly family atmosphere. Go out of your way for this local gem.

My favorite at pho tau bay is bánh cuốn is phenomenal and original Vietnamese cooking that rarely to see in any Vietnamese restaurant around Orange County and Los Angeles county. I highly recommend to anyone like the old times Vietnamese cooking style

Their banh uot is very thin and the portion is decent. In the menu, they gave instruction how to tip the restaurant especially when all they did was to bring out the food to the table. When you ordered drink, no refill! You're paying for a one time service charge of hot tea, or ice tea in a small cup. 15% is automatically added to your check for tip when paying with a credit card. cash for tip is expected to put in the table. It's a hole in the wall type of restaurant with smokers outside which you can smell once anyone enter or exit.

They have great banh cuon, it's made fresh when you order. I haven't tried their pho so can't speak on it. Decent and fast service.

This is the only place to eat if you are ever craving banh cuon. I always get the dach biet, or special, The rice rolls are super thin & silky and filled with wood ear mushrooms and ground pork. They have the mandatory fried shallots on top with pork floss. It comes with a side of blanched bean sprouts with slivers of cucumber, mint & cilantro sprinkled in. This is a family run business, and is a total hole in the wall. It's dated and in a small parking lot that can get full. Don't expect great service if you're dining in. They'll bring you your food and a check. But definitely expect great banh cuon here.

15% credit card charge. 5g cents for tap water. $1 for a glass of very diluted tea. 5 slices of cold and thin chả lụa. Salty nước chấm. This place is ripping off their customers. We will never be back.

Came for a quick bite on a Sunday at 11am. Seated right away and ordered the Banh uot dac viet. Straight forward service so don't expect anything above that. Food came out quick and looked tasty. Gobbled it down rather quick and I'll have to admit that I was very happy with the quality of the entree. Delicious! Would come back.

Pho Tau Bay Ltt is a hidden gem for anyone craving authentic banh cuon. I always go for the dac biet (special), which features incredibly thin and silky rice rolls filled with wood ear mushrooms and ground pork. They're topped with fried shallots and pork floss, just as they should be. On the side, you'll find a fresh mix of blanched bean sprouts, slivers of cucumber, mint, and cilantro, adding a refreshing crunch to balance the dish. This family-run hole-in-the-wall might not win points for ambiance--it's located in a dated strip mall with a small parking lot that fills up fast. The service is straightforward: they'll bring you your food and your check, and that's about it. But the food more than makes up for it. I came for a quick bite on a Sunday around 11 AM. I was seated immediately and ordered the banh uot dac biet. The food arrived quickly, looking as delicious as it tasted. I polished off my plate in no time and left feeling satisfied and impressed by the quality. Pho Tau Bay Ltt serves some of the best banh cuon I've had, and I'll definitely be back.

Legit real Vietnamese , pho, no frills in parking lot mixed with the Hispanic community. Much love. When you go into a pho joint, and even though you're Chinese in the Asian ethnicity, you get a bit nervous when the patrons and staff stare at you. But I smile and stare back cuz I know when they don't speak English well, it's always the most legit. Not gonna compare to Vietnam especially the north where you ain't gonna see hoisin or sriracha, and pho is not a big deal there, normally eat that for breakfast so good and small bowls I would do it always every morning. But there Santa Ana, pretty much as good as it gets for amurika! Banh cuon and cafe su da on point as well!

Banh cuốn is so good, like viet nam at Sài gòn. I love this. they make hot rice rolls, so yumyp

A total hidden gem in Santa Ana! My family comes here every so often and I just have to tag along every time! It's pretty well hidden behind a donut shop, but you should be able to find it pretty easily. There's a good amount of parking, even for a Sunday morning. Inside, you'll pretty much be able to seat yourself and the waiter will take your order. They're pretty fast, and straightforward, just like any other Vietnamese place. I got the Bánh Cuốn plate, which was filled almost entirely with the rice rolls filled with pork and mushroom. It went great with the dipping sauce and bean sprouts, and the ham was definitely a great touch. I just wish the portions were a bit bigger, considering the price of over $10.

Craving quick pho and was near the area so decided to try out this place! I got typical order of a Small Pho Tai Nam Sach. We received the veggies on the side and it was actually my first time trying Thai Basil with my meal (loved it!). Enjoyed the pieces in the pho, but the broth could've been more flavorful. There are a lot of better looking options on the menu and I don't think I'd return for the pho here. Service was amazing!!

Mua pickup ma trả bằng thẻ thì tiệm tự động thêm 15% tip , Người bán hàng còn trách tôi lúc order tại sao không hỏi về việc trả bằng thẻ hay là bằng tiền mặt! Nhà hàng khu Bolsa mọc ra như nấm bởi vậy mới biết tại sao tiệm này vắng hoe khách lúc giờ ăn trưa business như vầy thì toi sẽ khong bao gio trở lại nữa i will NEVER come back to this restaurant!!!!

The poor reviews on this restaurant completely disappoint me fellow Yelpers. LTT is one of the most magnificent holes in the wall. Our family has become regulars at this restaurant, due to having some of the best banh cuon in southern california. Stuffed, fresh bean sprouts, does super well when taken out (i bring it back to san diego with me). Sorry we dont order too much else because why would you need to? Viet coffee, fresh squeezed OJ, thai tea are great too I guess to be a little bit more objective, small caveat could include the more traditional Vietnamese atmosphere, and it's not the most fancy place. It's a family run vietnamese restaurant and you get what you expect. The servers know us and generally get orders out in a reasonable time. It's a pay at the front situation most of the time.

Portions are very small ordered number 3 with pork floss got the order and no pork floss in my order and they charged said 15% fee but charged me 25% place is no good.

Take so long for bánh cuốn more than half an hour. I order bánh ướt comes out bánh cuốn.

Parking is spacious. The food is OK. The ambience quiet. The service is nice and a price is reasonable.

First time trying Pho Tau Bay after seeing it on my friends IG. I decided to go with the Special which was banh cuon served with the shredded pork on top served with veggies and nuoc mam on the side. I thought it was pretty good and balanced out the rice rolls perfectly Honorable Mentions: -Small parking lot -For $1 more you can get the "Large" portion

Real deal Vietnamese , pho, no frills in parking lot mixed with the Hispanic community. Much love. When you go into a pho joint, and even though you're Chinese in the Asian ethnicity, you get a bit nervous when the patrons and staff stare at you. But I smile and stare back cuz I know when they don't speak English well, it's always the most legit. Not gonna compare to Vietnam especially the north where you ain't gonna see hoisin or sriracha, and pho is not a big deal there, normally eat that for breakfast so good and small bowls I would do it always every morning. But there Santa Ana, pretty much as good as it gets for all! Banh cuon and cafe su da on point as well!

Was invited to lunch by my relatives, and everyone ordered the banh cuon(which apparently is the item to get). It was delicious and service was very quick. Definitely feels like a slightly larger mom and pop place, I would definitely come here again!

The best rice crepes you can find in OC. Don't go there for pho. Go there for the rice crepes (Vietnamese bánh cuốn)

My family and I have been here since we came to American in 1986. This is arguably, my dad's favorite pho place in the US to dine out. He always gets his briskets, rare steak, and tripe along with the fatty broth and vinegar onion slices. I enjoy their pho also their banh cuon, which has always been my favorite to get here. Overall, the food is excellent and affordable. The place is a little outdated and needs some improvement. Food comes really fast. We usually go here before 9am so its never really crowded at those times. The service is typical of most Viet restaurants, a little rude and not too attentive. But that's a given. If you love pho and banh cuon, come here.

Bánh cuốn, the cure for sadness, breakups, procrastination, and folding clothes! Forget drugs, shrinks, religion or alcohol. Frankly, I found it to help with all aspects of life. Order a plate of bánh cuốn, take photos or not, and dive right in. Instantly all worries will simply float away. Your friends got problems? Bring them bánh cuốn. Your family is upset with you? Bring them bánh cuốn. Your dog ate your homework? Bring your teacher bánh cuốn. Eat bánh cuốn and be merry.

Hands down one of the best Banh cuon places I've had. This is my go to spot for Banh cuon. I usually do take out, I've eaten here once. It's a hole in the wall, interior is a little dated, they prefer cash payment as they do charge extra for card payment. It does get busy here so if you do take out orders, make sure to call in advance

Would recommend to you a place with delicious food that has been around for many years and is worth trying again and again

This was once my favorite place for Banh Cuon (Rice Sheet Rolls). Sadly, the financial aspect of it altered the taste buds to the point of no return. Their Banh Cuon is delicious, no questions about it. There may be some variations here and there with temperatures and freshness but overall, good. Recently, I placed a pickup order for 4 portions and a coffee. The cashier, who was mildly annoyed for whatever reason, summed up the total and gave us the bill. Being a frequent customer, I know for a fact that they accept credit cards. With the order being over $50, credit card wouldn't be an issue. The guy straight up said they don't ever accept credit cards. I had to tell him that they did in the past and inquired what changed. He then changed his tone and said we can take your card but "have" to include a 15% tip to the bill. Merchant interchange fees for a bill as such does not cost 15%!!! Does this mean that people who pay cash for pickup does not have to tip? At the moment, we just paid it. But as we are driving home and shared the meal with the family... food started to taste bitter because of the incident. No great tasting food can right such experience. We concluded that while times are hard, tactics as such is pushing beyond boundaries. We shared this with our families and now, I want to share with the Yelp communities as well. Rule of thumb: Bring cash to these places and you won't be placed in such awkward scenarios. Even so, you are subjected to their sub-par service which is already a known issue. I hope this message reaches the owner and, hopefully, they re-evaluate business ethics/operations. Until then, we will dine elsewhere.

If you crave bánh cuốn, come here. It has been the best banh cuon place for years until recently when Banh Cuon Thanh Tri opened. However, the taste here is different since it has thịt ruốc on top. There's also ca cuon that you can put into your fish sauce for that poignant taste. The place is definitely a hole in the wall. The prices are reasonable, not terribly expensive. The service is what it is. For Thinsulin fans, there's not many green light options.

The best banh cuon in town, tried so many places but this one is still the best and the freshest one so far

Bánh cuốn is good but the portion is small despite my order for the large one. The bánh cuốn that said to be handmade here is less oily in comparison to many bánh cuốn places in Little Saigon, and that is good. The dish has no traditional "bánh tôm or bánh cống " to go with, and this needs to be improved!

The friends took me here claiming it was the best rice paper joint in SoCal. Big expectations to live up to. But all well worth it. I had the banh uot (no meat) and drowned it liberally with the sauce. So good! Had a sampling of the pho also which was very tasty. Gonna come back next time I'm in OC. Oh and have to remember to have sufficient cash on me (they don't take credit cards). But that should be easy -- prices are very reasonable.

This place is awesome! Family owned, good food, great ambiance. Pho was amazing! Get over here!!!

I was hanging out with my friends for a Sunday breakfast. The place is a typical tradition Pho restaurant. The place name is Pho but their Steamed Pork Roll (Banh cuon) is the best I have so far in the area. I rate Pho: 3 stars Steamed Pork Roll (Banh cuon): 5 stars! The best I have so far!! Overall: 3 stars! It's a good place to eat Steamed Pork Roll when you craving for it.

First time here because some friends recommended the place. It really is a hole in the wall but the food is surprisingly good! Apparently, they were well known in Vietnam before they came to the US. We really enjoyed the special banh cuon. It came with freshly made and rolled rice sheets filled with delicious flavorful meat and mushroom. There is also the plain rice roll option. Both were topped with crispy caramelized onions, cha lua, cha bong, and a heaping portion of blanched beansprouts, fresh basil and cilantro. The rice roll portion was enough for a not too hungry stomach. The service was quick and friendly. I will definitely recommend it to the family and will come back!

This place is great. I love their pho and banh uot. Pho has that beefy broth that you can smell and taste. I always have to make a visit here whenever I'm down in LA (from the Bay Area). The portion has definitely gotten smaller and pricing went up a whole lot due to inflation so I completely understand. I haven't been here since the beginning of the pandemic.

Không bao giờ ghé nữa mặc dù bánh cuốn ngon Chỉ nhạn tiền mặt mà còn tính phần trâm tip ép buộc

I decided to take my mom and baby to this restaurant because they have 2 meals that will satisfy my cravings (bánh cuốn) and satisfy my boss baby (phở). I enjoyed my bánh cuốn đặc biệt, however, i thought they weren't even, they were more like half bánh ướt and half bánh cuốn, because it seems like all the fillings are in the middle and nothing in the outer layer...maybe I misread the menu? Lol after all, still pretty good. Next time I gotta ask for fresh chili pepper for nuoc mam, it was kinda bland otherwise. I also tried my baby's pho, definitely interested taste, it was very "gingery". It wasn't bad but it could use a less ginger. Boss baby didn't mind and finished her whole bowl. Please bring cash or expect to pay extra 15% to use your credit card. I will definitely be back again.

Good banh cuon/ banh uot, but too pricey. The portion is small so you won't get full Nuoc mam was a bit salty for me

Customer service is terrible, the servers are very impolite and yelled at customers when answering the questions. Food is too bad, ruining my appetite for the whole day.

The pho and banh cuon are legit. They've set my bar to judge all pho joints - gotta go for the gau,

I've been going here since I was 6 years old I am now 15 am it is still the best always and forever great meals

Best Pho I've had in awhile ! They also has banh uot which is like a Vietnamese thin pancake wrapper that is made with rice noodle sheets typically with ground meat and shiitake mushrooms inside.. oh so good with steamed bean sprouts and fish sauce!! Love the new big plates here that goes well with ch bong, which is dehydrated shredded pork or chicken which is amazing! Anyway this place is very Vietnamese oriented traditionally based from a famous Vietnamese restaurant in South Vietnam (Saigon District). Anyways, Mondays they are closed and during weekdays 8-6pm and Sat Sunday 8-4pm

A little hole in the wall for Ban Cuon (rice rolls)! [ Service ] Decided to try this restaurant for lunch on Sunday. I was pretty surprised by how many people were in the restaurant, since the location was kind of obscure in a small plaza with a small parking lot. They make their food fairly quickly after you order, especially if you order pho! [ Food ] 1. Ban Cuon Dac Biet (Rice rolls w/ Meat inside & Dry pork topping) $8ish for Large-- highly recommend this! Since the restaurant is known for their Ban Cuon, I would suggest sharing a large (around 5 rows) with your friends. The dish comes with vietnamese sausages on the side and some cooked bean sprouts. You usually eat it with fish sauce, but I like putting chili paste in the fish sauce to give it a kick. 2. Beef/brisket Pho $6 for small -- pretty decent for pho. Watch out for the hot soup! They make it extra hot here compared to other pho places. The only concern I had were the brisket pieces being extra extra fat. I had to throw out half of each piece of meat because it was straight fat.