Pho de Nguyen

The place was pretty full when we arrived, but we were seated right away. The worker reminded us that parking is not free and to make sure we pay — which is a great reminder because it’s easy to assume it might be complimentary and grt a surprise parking ticket. Parking in this area is paid 7 days a week unless it’s a holiday. Pro tip: it’s cheaper to park behind the restaurant than on the street. Ordering is done through a QR code at the table. The system is simple, clear, and easy to use. We ordered the Oxtail Pho, Bún Thịt Nướng, and Pho Tái Gầu. The food came out pretty quickly. Everything was tasty! The oxtail was very tender and flavorful — definitely the highlight. The pho broth was light and not too salty, very comforting (though it did cool down fairly quickly). The Bún Thịt Nướng was good overall, but the grilled pork was slightly tough — I wish it had been more tender. Overall, it was a nice lunch. The Oxtail Pho is on the pricier side, but the quality is there. They also prefer cash for gratuity.

This place completely exceeded my expectations. The food was incredible, but what really made the experience unforgettable was the service even though the menu is accessed through a QR code and you place your order from your phone, the staff never leaves you on your own. They come over to explain the menu, answer any questions, and make thoughtful recommendations based on what you’re looking for. They even took the time to show us the different cuts of meat and explain the differences, which made choosing so much easier. The pho was rich, flavorful, and incredibly comforting, and the wings were absolutely delicious every dish tasted fresh and made with care. I’ve been to quite a few pho restaurants, but none have made me feel as welcomed as this one. The staff is genuinely kind, attentive and takes the time to talk with you instead of just taking your order. It’s the kind of service that makes you want to come back before you’ve even finished your meal. I’ll definitely be returning and recommending this place to everyone I know

Despite some mixed reviews, I really enjoyed the pho. I also ordered the imperial rolls. Both very delicious. The staff was super nice!

We had such an amazing experience at Pho de Nguyen! Super kid-friendly and family-friendly, with a cozy, homey atmosphere and amazing service. Cat was incredible, she explained how to order, gave perfect food recommendations, and even shared great tips on places to check out around San Francisco while we’re on vacation. The pho was phenomenal (rich, flavorful broth and huge portions), and we also loved the chicken wings, crab rangoon, and Thai iced tea. Huge shoutout to Linda, the cook and Kat’s mom- such a kind and wonderful person. She even made lemonade for our 8-year-old even though it wasn’t on the menu. He said, “She is so sweet. We have to come back because we love her.” We’re pho lovers and this place was absolutely perfect for us. Highly recommend. The next time we’re back in the San Francisco area, we will 100% be coming back to visit Cat and Linda!

The food was pretty good and I appreciated the choice of noodles that they had. Note that they only have one size (large) but they can split that into two for $3 extra. My biggest gripe is that you have to use the QR code to order, but the cell service can be very weak inside the restaurant, and they don’t have WiFi. Because of this, during my visit, multiple parties (including myself) had issues ordering and there were no paper/printed menus. In addition, when it came time to pay, you had to pay in person instead of the website that you ordered in, so it felt like an additional extra step. Finally, the tip on the card reader is post tax, although I did appreciate that the printed receipt had the pre-tax tip guidance.