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Pho Ga - Reviews
1310 Noriega St, 94122 San Francisco
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Mediocre Vietnamese Food Experience
My experience at this restaurant was quite disappointing. I found the food to be the most mediocre "Vietnamese" I've had in a long time. The ingredients didn't seem fresh, as evidenced by the mung bean photo.
The beef was mostly gristle, and the vermicelli bowl was bland and tasteless. Even the fish sauce was watery, with Sriracha being the only source of spice. I won't be returning.
- Service6
- Atmosphere6
- Vietnamese food2
- food freshness2
- beef2
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- Food Exploration
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- Dine-in
Meal Type
- Lunch
Wait Time
- Short (6–15 min.)
9
Comforting Chicken Pho with a Curry Twist
My experience at this restaurant was a comforting one, especially when craving a hearty bowl of chicken pho. We ordered both the classic pho ga and the curry pho ga, along with an order of egg rolls to share. The regular pho ga featured a clean, soothing broth that was light yet flavorful, with tender chicken slices and soft noodles.
It was nourishing without being overly salty or greasy. The curry pho ga was the standout for me; its broth was golden, aromatic, and layered with a subtle richness from the curry, offering a hearty and unique comfort factor not often found. The egg rolls were served hot and crispy, perfect with the dipping sauce and pickled veggies.
The service was quick and efficient, even during a busy lunch. Overall, it's a reliable spot for chicken pho lovers, and the curry pho is definitely worth trying for something different. I'd happily revisit this place.
- classic pho ga8
- curry pho ga10
- egg rolls8
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- Food Exploration
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- Dine-in
9
Imperial Roll is a Must-Try!
My experience at the restaurant was fantastic! The Imperial Roll is an absolute must-try; it was so good. Additionally, the customer service was great, with the staff always serving with a smile.
- Imperial Roll10
- customer service9
Price per Person
- $11–$20
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- Food Exploration
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- Couple
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- Couple
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- Dine-in
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- Lunch
9
Best Pho Ga Ever!
My experience at this restaurant was fantastic, particularly with the pho ga. It was the best I've ever had, and the broth was incredibly savory, not overly sweet like at other places. The chicken was flavorful, with skin and a mix of dark and white meat, reminding me of Hainanese chicken rice.
This might be due to the scallions in the broth and the side of minced ginger. My partner enjoyed the grilled pork vermicelli, which was also quite good. The food received a perfect score of 5, and the service and atmosphere were rated a solid 4.
- pho ga10
- broth9
- chicken9
Price per Person
- $11–$20
Visit Type
- Family Dinner
Group Type
- Family
Group Size
- Large Group
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- Dine-in
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- Dinner
8
Pleasantly Surprised Birthday Dinner
I visited this restaurant with my family for a simple birthday dinner, and it was my first time here. I was initially a bit nervous about the food, but I was pleasantly surprised by how good it was! I ordered their #19, bun bo hue, which I liked, but was disappointed by the inconsistent spice level.
Several of us ordered the BBH, and it was noticeable that each bowl had a different spice level, evident from the red flakes and spicy oil amounts. A plus was the good amount of blood jelly in the soup. The service was great; they were very accommodating with the kids, offering them water instead of tea and allowing us to order a plain pho without garnish, served with small bowls and plastic utensils.
The interior has a hole in the wall vibe, which suited my desire for a low-key and inexpensive birthday celebration. Our total for 9 people (including 2 small children) was around ~$140 before tips, which is not bad at all for dinner. Parking is available in front but fills up quickly, though more parking can be found around the corner.
It's a great spot for a chill/low key and inexpensive dinner! I would love to return to try some of their pho.
- bun bo hue6
- blood jelly8
- service9
- inconsistent spice level4
Price per Person
- $21–$30
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- Food Exploration
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- Dine-in
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- Dinner
9
Delicious Noodle Soup, Worth Every Penny!
While there are many options, if you're feeling under the weather, I highly recommend the noodle chicken soup. It was absolutely delicious, and the portions were definitely worth every penny.
- noodle chicken soup9
- portions10
- options6
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- Food Exploration
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- Dine-in
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- Lunch
Wait Time
- Short (6–15 min.)
9
Generous Portions and Flavorful Pho
My experience at the restaurant was very positive. We ordered the rare beef pho and I got the grilled chicken & imperial roll with vermicelli. I noticed there are no size options for the pho, just one size.
Our orders arrived quickly, and the bowl of noodles was quite large. I found the portion size to be generous, with plenty of noodles and meat. The broth was very flavorful.
The chicken bun was also very good, served with a nice, balanced portion of lettuce. I added the sauce, mixed it, and it was so delicious. Overall, a great meal with satisfying portions.
- rare beef pho8
- grilled chicken & imperial roll with vermicelli8
- portion size9
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- Food Exploration
Service Type
- Dine-in
10
Authentic Pho Worth the Trip
My experience at this unpretentious spot was fantastic, especially the pho. The broth was bursting with flavor, truly some of the best I’ve had outside of Vietnam. While the garlic noodles were good, the pho itself is absolutely worth a trip back for.
The atmosphere was rated a 5, and the food a 5, indicating a highly enjoyable dining experience.
- pho10
- broth10
- garlic noodles7
Price per Person
- $11–$20
Visit Type
- Food Exploration
Service Type
- Dine-in
Meal Type
- Lunch
9
Delicious Noodles and Great Value
My experience at this restaurant was very positive. The food here was really good. I was impressed by the unique offering of rice noodle sheets, which aren't commonly found on menus.
I ordered the grilled shrimp and rice noodle sheets, and it was as good as it could get. The restaurant has a low key atmosphere and is conveniently located across the street from the Classic Bowling Center.
- food9
- rice noodle sheets8
- grilled shrimp and rice noodle sheets10
Price per Person
- $11–$20
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- Quick Meal
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- Dine-in
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- Lunch
9
Delicious Chicken Noodle Soup and Great Service
My experience at this restaurant was very positive. I had the chicken noodle soup, which was described as very special and delicious. The service was also great.
They accept credit cards.
- chicken noodle soup9
- service9
- credit card7
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