We Ranked The 7 Best Idaho Pho Shops And Here Is Who Made The Final Cut

One Idaho pho kitchen lets its beef bone broth simmer for up to 24 hours before a bowl ever reaches a table. That’s a full day of patience for one soup.

I love that kind of stubbornness.

Another shop on this list chars onions and ginger, then adds star anise, cinnamon, cloves, and cardamom. A third serves its pho next to honey walnut shrimp and boba.

Pho in Idaho clearly isn’t a one-note story anymore.

So I set out to rank the bowls worth a drive, from the Panhandle through eastern Idaho and into the Treasure Valley. The list covers college towns, downtown storefronts, and even a fireplace you probably didn’t expect at a noodle shop.

Seven shops made the final cut. Each one earns its spot with something the others don’t offer.

Which one sits closest to your kitchen table, and is it really your favorite?

1. Pho Le 1

Twelve hours is a long time to wait for soup, and this Coeur d’Alene kitchen happily makes the broth do it. The beef bones simmer with charred onion, ginger, star anise, cinnamon, cloves, and cardamom.

That spice list reads like a holiday candle, but it lands squarely in a bowl of noodles. Your only job is picking a protein, and the choices run deep.

The Special Combination stacks rare beef, tendon, tripe, meatballs, and brisket together. Prefer something simpler?

The chicken pho comes with big pieces of both white and dark meat.

Spice fans should eye the Bún Bò Huế, a hot and spicy soup with plenty of personality. There’s also Hủ Tiếu, a pork broth noodle dish that gives the beef bowls some friendly competition.

The room is clean and modern, and service moves fast enough for a solo lunch break. Tea drinkers get a strong lineup, including boba milk teas, plus Vietnamese iced coffee for the afternoon slump.

Vegetarian and vegan diners have full menus here, which is a big win in the Panhandle. Spring rolls round things out if you want something fresh before the steam fogs your glasses.

Address: 2360 N Old Mill Loop Ste J101, Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814

2. Hot Spring PHO – Vietnamese Cuisine

Jazz and pho on Shoup Avenue might be the smoothest pairing in eastern Idaho. The quiet, intimate room in downtown Idaho Falls feels made for slow slurping.

The owners, both from Vietnam, took over the restaurant in 2023. Their beef bone broth simmers for 12 to 24 hours, which explains why it gets so much attention.

The signature pho brings rare steak, flank, brisket, and beef meatballs into one bowl. Skipping meat?

Phở No Meat keeps things vegan without sending you home hungry.

The rest of the menu deserves a slow scroll. Gỏi Cuốn spring rolls come with peanut sauce, and Bún Bò Xào features stir-fried beef steak over noodles.

Crab wontons and a pork bánh mì make easy additions for the table. Drinks include smoothies and milk tea with crystal boba made from scratch.

Dine-in, takeout, and delivery are all options here. A full vegetarian menu also helps when your crew can’t agree on dinner.

Families will find high chairs, and reservations are accepted for bigger groups. That makes it an easy pick before an evening stroll along the Snake River.

Address: 376 Shoup Ave, Idaho Falls, ID 83402

3. Pho King TasTea

Say the name out loud once, then try to keep a straight face while ordering. Behind the wordplay, this Pocatello shop takes its soup seriously.

The family-owned spot opened in 2020 and serves both Vietnamese and Chinese dishes. Its beef broth simmers for 24 hours, then meets rice noodles, onion, scallion, and cilantro.

The broth leans milder, which makes it a friendly starting point for newcomers. Portions run generous, so plan on a big appetite or a takeout box.

Can’t decide between noodle traditions? Honey walnut shrimp and lo mein sit right alongside the pho, and lunch specials make sampling easier.

A vegan hot and sour soup gives plant-based eaters a bowl with real kick. Handcrafted spring rolls wrapped in rice paper come with peanut sauce.

The drink list deserves its own moment. The Shamrock blends honeydew with mango crystal boba, which sounds like a pep rally in a cup.

Families get a kids’ menu, and outdoor seating adds an option on nice Portneuf Valley days. The schedule runs shorter than most, so check before driving.

Address: 714 N 5th Ave, Pocatello, ID 83201

4. Kingdom of Pho

A kingdom needs a throne, and on Rexburg’s West Main Street it looks a lot like a giant bowl of noodles. The bowls here come huge, with gluten-free noodles, tasty broth, and plenty of meat.

Toppings are where you get to play royal decorator. Green and white onions, Thai basil, cilantro, mung bean sprouts, and jalapeños let you tune each bowl to your mood.

Pho isn’t the only reason to visit, though. Fresh banh mi gives you a crunchy, handheld option when soup feels like too much commitment.

The atmosphere has its own personality, quiet and a little trendy without getting fussy. It’s casual enough for a solo lunch and roomy enough for a group.

Vegetarians get a full menu, so nobody at the table settles for a side salad. Curbside pickup, delivery, and outdoor seating give you choices beyond the dining room.

Planning a big gathering in eastern Idaho? Catering is available, which could make you a legend at the next family reunion or study group.

Reservations aren’t accepted, so roll in with a little flexibility. Check before driving, especially if you’re aiming for a weekend bowl.

Address: 250 W Main St, Rexburg, ID 83440

5. Pho 7 & Baguette

The name tells you two things right away: there’s pho, and there’s bread worth talking about. This Meridian shop on North Webb Way leans into Vietnamese fusion with pho, banh mi, and boba tea.

Treat the menu as three lanes, and switch between them freely. A steaming bowl, a baguette sandwich, and a boba tea make a very respectable Treasure Valley lunch.

Service runs fast and friendly, which matters when your lunch hour keeps shrinking. The space stays clean and casual, with a quiet mood that suits a solo meal.

Save room if you can. Dessert is a highlight here, and the tea selection gives you plenty of ways to end on a sweet note.

Counter service and table service are both offered, so you can grab and go or linger. Curbside pickup and no-contact delivery cover the days you’d rather stay in sweatpants.

Hosting a crowd? Catering is available, and the dining room welcomes families, college students, and LGBTQ+ guests alike.

This shop shares its family name with a Nampa sister location, which shows up next. Consider it a friendly sibling rivalry across the valley.

Address: 1492 N Webb Wy #120, Meridian, ID 83642

6. Pho 7 & Bubble Tea | Nampa

A fireplace at a pho shop feels like the Treasure Valley’s answer to winter. This Nampa spot on Caldwell Boulevard pairs that fireside touch with steaming bowls and bubble tea.

The House Special Noodle Soup loads up rare steak, brisket, tripe, tendons, and meatballs. It’s the order for anyone who wants the full tour in one bowl.

Plant-based diners aren’t an afterthought. The vegetarian noodle soup comes with tofu and mushrooms, and its broth leans pleasantly sweet.

Beyond pho, fried rice and a spicy beef stew give the menu some extra muscle. Chicken noodle soup is there too, for the friend who always orders chicken.

Milk teas are a big part of the draw, with plenty of bubble tea flavors to work through. Consider it homework you won’t mind doing.

A self-serve kiosk handles pickup orders, which is handy when you’re racing home. Delivery and reservations are both options, and the kitchen serves food later into the evening than many neighbors.

So which Pho 7 wins, Meridian or Nampa? That’s a friendly Idaho debate best settled one bowl at a time.

Address: 732 Caldwell Blvd Ste A, Nampa, ID 83651

7. Vietfood Boise

Extra noodles might be the most underrated item on a pho menu, and this Boise kitchen lists a side of them. That small detail says plenty about a place that expects you to finish strong.

The West Overland Road spot focuses on traditional Vietnamese cooking. Pho shares the spotlight with bun bo hue, the spicy beef noodle soup from central Vietnam.

If you’ve only ever ordered pho, bun bo hue is a fun next step. It’s bolder and spicier, and it makes a great case for branching out.

Service moves fast, which helps on a busy weeknight in the capital. The mood stays casual and quiet, with a trendy edge that keeps it from feeling stuffy.

Vegetarians get a full menu here too, so mixed groups can order without a negotiation. Coffee and dessert are available for anyone stretching dinner into a longer hangout.

Groups fit in well, and a free parking lot keeps arrivals simple. Takeout works too if the couch is calling your name.

For a Boise spot that keeps tradition front and center, this one closes the list on a high note. Grab a spoon and decide where it ranks in Idaho.

Address: 8630 W Overland Rd, Boise, ID 83709