UnphoGettable
UnphoGettable bills itself as the number one family owned and operated Vietnamese restaurant in West Hollywood. While the pun-based name may seem a little precious, rest assured that the folks at UhphoGettable take food and service seriously.
The location is on Santa Monica Boulevard west of La Cienega. You have to keep an eye out for it, because of its tucked out of the way entrance. There is an open, spacious fountain courtyard seating area at the front. The protected location makes for a serene ambiance, protected from the busyness of the boulevard.
You can find your favorite Vietnamese foods here, including pho, of course, spring rolls, and meat dishes. Pho is the traditional Vietnamese soup made from beef or chicken, rice noodles and vegetables. Accompaniments of lime, basil, and bean sprouts and hot sauce are served on the side. The idea is you add a bit of this and that to suit your own taste.
At UnphoGettable, you will experience everything there is to like about pho. Noodles are cooked to the exact al dente texture. The broth is rich with complex flavors. Fresh hot sauces, rather than the bottled ones you usually see, are served along with it. All ingredients are fresh and the meats are of good quality.
Other menu items include charbroiled chicken and Royal Rolls, rice paper wraps of vegetables, sausage, and special dipping sauce. These are a specialty of the house made from a family recipe.
Be sure to ask about the featured daily specials such as beef combination pho made with brisket and steak, traditional Vietnamese fried rice, and the summer roll, which is a rolled dough dish presented on a piece of sugar cane.
Food is fresh and authentically prepared. The portions are quite generous, making the prices very reasonable. Everything is tasty and there is enough variety in the menu to warrant repeat visits.
The pleasant décor, which some describe as having a Zen quality, makes it a good place for a laid-back date or a getaway lunch on a stressful work day.
The very warm and friendly service reflects the family’s pride in their cooking and care for their dining guests. If Vietnamese food is new to you, they will be very glad to answer any questions you might have. If you would just like to experience the real deal, this is the place. The owner’s mom presides in the kitchen, that’s how authentic it is.
UhphoGettable offers authentic traditional Vietnamese pho presented in an attractive and relaxing setting.
UnPhoGettable Address & Information
UnPhoGettable
8543 Santa Monica Blvd
West Hollywood, CA 90069
Phone: 424-249-3825
Website: UnPhoGettable on Facebook
Hours:
Mon – Thurs: 12:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Fri: 12:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Sat: 12:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Sun: 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Type of Cuisine: Vietnamese
Parking: Free lot or street parking
