Thanh Binh II

Than Binh is a long-standing local Vietnamese spot that’s clearly been around for years; and it shows! The first thing you’ll notice is how worn and grimy everything feels. The outdoor seating consists of old Costco plastic tables and chairs, darkened with age and use. Inside, the furniture is so dated that the tables seem permanently coated in a layer of grease; they’re sticky to the touch no matter how many times they’re wiped. I’ll spare you the details about the bathroom: it’s not a pleasant sight. As you can see in the photos, presentation isn’t their strong suit; the dishes often look hastily thrown together. Yet, surprisingly, the food tastes good... if you can get past the overall cleanliness issues. What really bothered me, was the extra charge for an additional lettuce leaf!

OMFG. OXTAIL PHO?????? So good and GENEROUS portion of oxtail. And the wings were PHENOM. GREAT prices. Easy five star win. And open on Xmas Eve 🎄 it’s a Xmas miracle 🧑‍🎄

This is a solid Vietnamese restaurant in South OC. Everything about it is very traditional, the menu and food would be just the same in Vietnam. Got the Pho Tai and Oxtail Pho. Oxtail was nicely braised, the Pho Tai beef a bit overdone. Broth was good. Get the large for $1 more, the portions are huge. To some previous posters that reflected on the higher prices, or humble furniture, welcome to South OC, the rent is too damn high.

Prob one of the better Vietnamese places in Lake Forest area. Been coming here for years and they never disappoint. They always take good care of me and make sure I get extra onions and veggies and sprouts for my Pho. There is a reason this place has been here for so long and is still always busy. A classic place.

First and foremost... this place was near packed both times we've eaten there. And that was TWICE in two days! YES... this place is THAT GOOD! Now for my review of the food. As for the pho, the broth was delicious. NOT just salty; like many other places I've tried. And just the right hint of lemongrass (not overpowering). I tried the 2 item BUN today. Grilled pork and egg rolls. With a side of oxtail. Let me start with the grilled pork. It was not overcook (still tender). And I think the egg rolls had vermacelli and meat in it (VS. Just vegetables). It tasted more like a Korean man-doo. Now for the oxtail! I almost DON'T want to let you all know how dang good it is. I'm gonna leave it at that! I'm guessing this place is a family run establishment. The service is first