26 Pho Cafe Opens First Westwood Location
The restaurant brings its signature pho and Vietnamese dishes to Glendon Avenue.
Updated on Oct. 15, 2026 in Openings & Closings
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26 Pho Cafe has opened its doors in Westwood, becoming the only dedicated pho spot in the neighborhood. Located on Glendon Avenue across from Trader Joe's, the restaurant offers a variety of traditional items including rice plates, bánh mì, and spring rolls.
Why it matters
The opening provides Westwood residents with local access to Vietnamese cuisine that previously required travel to other neighborhoods. It represents the latest expansion for the brand, which already operates locations in Pasadena, Vancouver, and White Rock.
The restaurant charges $16.99 for its beef ball and brisket pho. During a recent visit, diners experienced a 20-minute seating delay and a total wait time of 45 minutes for a table and food.
The players
26 Pho Cafe
A restaurant chain specializing in traditional Vietnamese dishes with existing branches in Pasadena, Vancouver, and White Rock.
The details
Menu offerings at the new site include beef ball and brisket pho served with Thai basil and bean sprouts, alongside egg rolls paired with nước chấm. The establishment joins an existing network of branches and aims to cater to the local Westwood demand for dedicated Vietnamese dining options.
Timeline
26 Pho Cafe officially opened in Westwood on Oct. 4, 2026.
Soft opening events are scheduled for Oct. 17-18, 2026.
Additional soft opening events will take place Oct. 24-25, 2026.
Market Landscape
The arrival of 26 Pho Cafe signifies the ongoing diversification of the Westwood dining scene. By establishing a presence in this specific neighborhood, the brand fills a notable gap in the local market for dedicated Vietnamese cuisine.
Westwood residents can now access traditional pho without traveling to other neighborhoods. Customers should be prepared for potential wait times, as recent reports indicate delays for seating and service.
The takeaway
The opening of this cafe highlights a growing demand for diverse casual dining options in dense urban neighborhoods. Prospective diners may benefit from visiting during the upcoming soft opening dates to experience the menu firsthand.
What happens next
The restaurant will host soft opening events on Oct. 17-18 and Oct. 24-25, 2026.
Further reading
Find more local restaurant updates in our Los Angeles Openings & Closings.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Daily Bruin.
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