Van's Cafe

We've been here 10+ times and the food quality and service is great every time! The pho is amazing, we usually get shrimp and veggie/tofu and we always get an order or 2 of the crispy vietnamese rolls. Consistant great quality all the time. Tried the drunken noodles and the banh mi once and both were very good but we always go back to the pho. They also have bubble tea which I believe is made from the powder but it tastes great. I definitely recommend the mango. We've gotten other flavors and they were good too but I don't remember which ones. We always do take out but they do have tables for dining in and they always have open tables.

My family and I enjoy coming here a lot. We mainly come to get pho and the springrolls. I had never had an issue with the freshness of the food. It all tastes good. My little kids love it!

I love to get phó from this place. The owner is so sweet, and she makes sure I have everything I need. The food is always fresh tasting when she makes it.

Pho is always very good here. Love the broth and the fresh vegetables. I've also had the vermicelli and drunken noodles and they've always been another favorite.

Small spot with a friendly, intimate atmosphere. Pho was piping hot and delicious! Dumplings beforehand were excellent as well.

Unlike other spots on Penn Ave, this one was reasonably priced!

I will definitely be going back!

The best pho I EVER had. I legit got more to take home- def gonna come back here if I ever visit Reading’s PA again.

Standard portion size, great quality pho. Small homey type vibe inside. Worth the stop

For me, an absolute favorite spot for Bahn mi, Pho, and Vietnamese Coffee. The flavors are magical, and the chef and staff are welcoming. They serve fresh and delicious food in a down to earth, relaxed environment.

My friend and I got the Vermicelli House Special with chicken. Make sure to get a side of their Peanut Sauce to go withe the spring rolls It was delicious! The service was tentative and friendly ,we got our food within 15 mins at Lunch Time.
No complaints, I will definitely go there again for sure!

My first time here and I am so glad I found a new Vietnamese restaurant near Reading. Their food was absolutely delicious. Made fresh to order with the most tasty ingredients. Their curry and the pho was mouthwatering! I can’t wait to go and try more!

The house pho and steamed dumplings are absolutely delicious! You won't be disappointed.

I ate here for the first time, and it was like ordering a bowl of warm hugs!! Everything is made with so much love and soul, it's enough to make a grown man cry. And the vibe is like sitting down at your Aunt's for a quiet dinner. I can't wait to come back.

P.S., for y'all in the comments complaining about "raw beef", or 'pOoR sErViCe', are just showing that you're uncultured and don't know what you're ordering, or that you have no patience and sympathy for understaffed establishments. Van's was amazing. You're stepping into a vietnamese home when you eat here, so ACT LIKE IT.

Absolutely incredible pho with excellent depth of flavor - highly recommend!

Great experience greatest bubble tea since New York City and the jicama Rolls 👍🏽

Let me tell you - when you want the spicy Pho - this is the place to Gho! Great food. Friendly staff. Good stuff.

This place is always wonderful and the owner and employees are friendly and remember you. I missed Eden Center in Virginia so much and I’m so happy I found fresh authentic Vietnamese food in West Reading.

Wonderful food and it's got that old world home cooking taste. Fresh ingredients and at a reasonable price. I can't get enough of the place.

9 years I've lived in the area and have passed this place up, fool that I am. So far I've only had the shrimp spring rolls and the House Pho (twice) and I can't say enough good things about it! The broth is top notch. Don't go crazy adding sauces to it...maybe a tiny bit of fish sauce.
I get it with tripe and tendon. More expensive, but more goodness!
I was using Campbells chicken noodle and siracha to sub for pho...no longer! This place is very likely going to be a weekly stop!
This is the West Reading Noodle shop you want.

The sandwiches are out of this world. The broken rice is excellent.

Just ate here. Van makes everything fresh and was very friendly. Matthew was awesome patiently explaining the vegan options and food options for an 8 year old. Thank you guys so much!