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    District 1 Pho

    3.7 (163 reviews)
    ModerateVietnamese
    Open 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Casual
    Touristy
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Pho Dac Biet
    Twee W.

    What are the best pho I've had although I had a qualm about a lemon being served instead of a lime Over I would have this fun again. It was really good.

    Pork Banh Mi Sandwich with OG Spring Rolls
    Sam J.

    Stopped by this food hall while in town. Was in the mood for a sandwich and decided to get a bahn mi from district 1 pho. Saying I was underwhelmed may be an understatement but I will leave it at that. I ordered a bahn mi with bbq pork. 1) the pork was dry and very overcooked. 2) there was barely enough pork on the sandwich to consider the pork making it a sandwich. I got the traditional spring rolls as the side. Decent flavor but not enough of anything to make it a real dish. Thai ice tea to wash it down. Its flavor was way off. And that all cost me $30. There's a lot of options in the hall and on the menu. Maybe I just ordered the wrong thing. At least I got a good picture from my visit.

    Pho tai
    Arnold T.

    If you want something hot to sooth the belly, District 1 Pho is the place for you. It is slightly pricey all things considered and although the Pho was somewhat standard, it was still enjoyable. Service was quick (took about 5 minutes to get the order) and it comes with small packets of hoisen sauce and hot sauce. Located in the food hall where seating is first come first serve. It gets pretty loud and busy on the weekend but it's a great place to hang out.

    Shakin' Beef Fries
    Robyn H.

    Please take this off the menu if this is the portion you're going to give people for $18. This is how the plate came out. I can understand the amount of steak, but like... more fries would be nice or even some rice and veggies? I side of pho broth? Anything. There's like 20 fries on here. Maybe less. We tried asking for a refund or an exchange and they couldn't do that. They could only give a DISCOUNT for another item on the menu... I'm not a person who likes to complain, but $18 for these fries in this economy?

    Pho Tai
    Val N.

    This pho spot is located in the Windmill food hall in Carlsbad. It is a casual food hall with many options to choose from. Seating was not too hard to find in the afternoon and the food hall has both dim and natural lighting areas. I was craving something soup related so I was happy to see a pho spot here! They also have rice options and banh mi I believe. I ordered pho tai which was $16 and the wait was about 10 minutes. The soup is more on the sweeter side which I didn't mind but I felt like there wasn't that much meat in my bowl. I expected more slices of meat since it was $40 for 2 bowls of pho. They offer sriracha, hoisin, and chili packets on the side along with the usual Thai basil, bean sprouts, and lime.

    BYO Pho
    Caroline L.

    Decent pho inside the food hall! Decided to try this and give it a shot and I was surprised how delicious it was! Went with the BYO pho which came with all the usual toppings of basil, sprouts, lime, and jalapeño slices. The broth was flavorful with a good amount of meat! The egg rolls tasted funny maybe because of taro and jicama and dry. Since we went on a Saturday night around 7 pm it was crowded af. Super hard to get seating btw. Service was mid and felt like a long time but they were really busy and doing to go orders also. Overall good food, just be prepared to wait in peak hours!

    Vegan pho
    Trina W.

    I wasn't expecting a full on food hall when I asked my gps to find me some vegan pho in Carlsbad. It's pretty nice and there were so many great options but I was craving pho. Service was good. There is plenty of seating and the feel is modern but inviting. I ordered the vegan pho. The broth was excellent. It was better than most I've had. I do wish it had more broccoli and less noodles. The tofu was good but I really like fried tofu in my pho. I'd have it again for sure. Regular tofu is better for me anyhow.

    $18 Pho Dac Biet and $9 Eggrolls.
    Uyen T.

    "Decent" is probably the operative word for this PHO spot. They got actual Viet ladies cooking back there so it's good enough for me. Pho Dac Biet (the works) is not true Dac Biet - IYKYK - but for being inside a Food Court, I knew what I was ordering. Is it with the $18? No. Would I order it again? Only on desperate rainy days like today; it got the job done. Skip the $9 eggrolls (4) though. Too much taro stuffing and barely any ground pork; could only taste the eggroll wrapper. Waste of my carb macros. I'll probably opt to try the half dozen other restaurants options inside the Windmill Food Hall next time.

    Vegan pho
    Addy W.

    I was craving pho, and stopped by here with a friend. We ordered to go....and it wasn't til we got home that we noticed they forgot to provide the bean sprouts, basil bag. It was at that moment I realized just how much that mixed improved the pho. Although the broth was decent... without the bean sprout mix... just wasn't the same. Rather disappointed visit.

    Pho Dac Biet with combing rare filet mignon, brisket, meatballs, tendons, & tripe $18.00

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    Fresh and exactly what I wanted. I got the bun vermicelli bowl with bbq chicken and egg roll. Hit the spot on a hot day.

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    I don't like Pho, but I am trying to force myself to enjoy it for the healthiness. And this place had Pho that I was able to swallow down

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    Vegan Pho, yummy. Fresh, high quality ingredients. Looking forward to trying the BBQ spring rolls next!

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    Wonderful food in all respects. The Pho and rolls are all fresh and sumptuously delicious. Owners are so sweet also.

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    Best pho in the north coastal Carlsbad, Leucadia, and Encinitas corridor. Very traditional flavors and nice bone broth.

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    So so so delicious. Incredible Pho and awesome fresh spring rolls!!! Everything is yummy!! Can't wait for next meal at District 1 Pho!!!

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    Their pho is definitely authentic to District 1. Very good fresh food snd nice people too.

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    They delivered early! The food was fresh and delicious-will be ordering from them again for sure.

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    5 years ago

    Highly recommend. We love Pho. Ordered this Togo. Packaging was amazing. Food was so tasty.

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    Ask the Community - District 1 Pho

    There are three different times that the place closes can someone let me know what time it closes tonight Saturday night?

    The Foodhall is open every night until 9. Most vendors serve until about 8:45.

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    It's been awhile since we've been here and we've definitely missed out…read more Went with the fam this evening at 6:00pm and was able to be seated promptly. Everything like the decor, food and especially the customer service was exactly how it was the last time we went, so that in itself was impressive. The employees are so kind and efficient and Trina is the absolute best. Even after not being there in a long time, she remembered us and what we usually order! She is amazing. We ordered our Pho's, Spring rolls and my usual Bun Bo Hue. Every dish continues to be so delicious and full-flavored. Nothing lacking. We also ordered Thai teas which was refreshing and so tasty. It's always a hit when we go. We'll be back!

    We came here for Father's Day and had an amazing experience from start to finish. The service was…read moreexceptional. Everyone was incredibly friendly, attentive, and genuinely cared about making sure we had a great meal. They even boxed up our leftovers for us which was such a thoughtful touch and treated us with some free desserts since it was a holiday. The restaurant itself is very clean and has a nice ambiance. The food was absolutely delicious and tasted very authentic. We loved the Vietnamese dishes since that's our ethnicity. But it's great that they also offer some Chinese and Thai options on the menu. Everything we ordered was fresh, flavorful and clearly made with care. One thing that really stood out was how accommodating they were to my mom, who is diabetic. They kindly substituted extra vegetables in place of noodles for her without any issues. We really appreciated their willingness to help and make sure she could enjoy her meal. Thank you for the wonderful hospitality and excellent food. We will definitely be back the next time we're in town and can't wait to try more dishes from the menu!

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    Windmill Food Hall

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    4.0
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    Windmill Food Hall is a great spot to hit up if you absolutely cannot decide what to munch on…read more Located in what used to be Pea Soup Andersen's building, you can't miss the iconic, larger than life, spinning windmill. Here you will find a number of eateries and full sized bar conjuring up craft cocktails and local beers. Food offerings: Thai food, Mexican food, sushi, burgers, pizza, donuts, pho, & lobster rolls. The variety of foods brings in big crowds which leads to limited seating depending on when you visit. Seating is available indoors and outdoor patio seating is provided. Come patient and don't be shy about communal seating. You never know who you'll come across and chat it up with. The food we tried wasn't the greatest but 4 stars overall because convenience reigns supreme. This food hall is great for groups since everyone isn't forced to commit to one specific type of food.

    definitely not the place to go to if you are looking for a relaxing time. came for a dinner after a…read morelong day and theres tons of children and adults screaming. it was a busy time so there was a pretty long wait at Secret Sauce Wok & Grill. i got Hong Kong BBQ Pork Buns which were really tasty and the Crispy Garlic Beef. At first the main dish was really good, however after a while it was hurting my mouth after eating it. They don't offer that many vegetables with it either. Overall the dish sauce and seasoning was amazing but i would maybe get something different another time.

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    Wow, my last review of Pho House was about seven years ago, but between then and now I've probably…read morevisited a few more times. Lately, I've been searching for a new go-to pho spot, and this place is definitely climbing back up my list. The staff was professional and attentive, and the restaurant itself was very clean. The dining room, bathrooms, tables, and sauce stations were all well maintained. I also appreciated the hand sanitizer available at every table small detail, but a nice touch. I ordered the regular pho for about $15 and really enjoyed the broth. The meats were tender and flavorful, especially the brisket and tripe. Portion sizes definitely seem smaller compared to the oversized bowls many spots used to serve years ago, but honestly it works well if you're trying to avoid overdoing it. My son ordered the grilled pork chops with rice. The flavor was good, especially paired with the fish sauce, though the pork chops could have been a little hotter and had more of that grilled flavor. Parking can sometimes be tricky depending on the time of day, but today it wasn't an issue at all. Overall, I enjoyed the experience and especially the broth. Pho House is definitely becoming one of my preferred pho spots in Oceanside again.

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    Pho‑Ever in Encinitas is a total find! I'm gluten-free and usually nervous about Vietnamese spots,…read morebut here the rice noodles and fresh herbs make it super easy to enjoy. Broth is rich, clean, and comforting (perfect after a morning walk on the beach). The spring rolls wrapped in rice paper are light and crisp, and I love that you can customize your pho exactly how you like it. Staff are super friendly and the place has a nice, casual local vibe. If you're around Leucadia or Solana Beach and haven't checked it out yet, do yourself a favor...your taste buds will thank you!

    long time regulars at the PHO-EVER in Vista. we were in Encinitas for an event and excited about…read morefinally giving this location a try. very disappointing experience. really one-and-a-half stars generously rounded up to two. it was Wild Card Weekend and the Rams-Panthers game was playing on the TVs. couldn't help but wonder if that was always the plan or if PHO-EVER inherited the space and kept the sports bar feel. that and the two guys running the front of the house were the two pluses. the kitchen was definitely on the way downhill side of the experience. don't usually count so heavily on the photos to tell the story, but in this case the pictures really are worth a thousand words. the Nước Chấm was the sorriest excuse for a dipping sauce I've ever had in a restaurant. all that's best about Vietnamese cuisine, the bright, fresh, balanced flavors was AWOL. sweet, spicy, tangy, salty, and umami were all absent. would you guess the sad little veggie strands were carrots and daikon? the orange color's the only hint. the Chả Giò (egg rolls "filled" with ground pork, carrots, jicama, and taro) were under stuffed and undercooked. the wraps were mostly hollow inside and the wrappers soggy in the middle like they were fried in old oil that was too hot and when the ends were done, the centers were not. the BANH MI (baguette sandwich with grilled pork, cucumbers, pickled carrots. daikon, cilantro, jalapeños, and pâté aioli) described as "loaded" on the menu, would be more accurately characterized as skimpy. the grilled pork had the flavorless taste, texture, and appearance of being lightly poached in water. the PHO GA (chicken breast meat in chicken bone broth) was the most disappointing dish of all. the "soup" part (described as a rich chicken bone broth on the menu) had less complexity or richness than dish water. the "chicken breast" had the flavor and texture of a congealed and formed rolls of chicken in a deli case. sad. sad. sad. ps: the "leftover" pho was on the kitchen island when our nineteen-year-old got home from work. he finished it after adding a heaping spoonful of Better Than Bullion chicken base without either of his parents saying anything. yeah, it needed that much help ...

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