I've been here quite a few times and always love the food. They have a good mixture of Vietnamese foods - yes, even their sandwiches are tasty (and can be taken to go). My favorite dishes are the Pork ribs with rice and the Pho. With the Grilled Pork... it is really grilled and cooked to perfection. I love how it is seared and tender at the same time... and very flavorful. And with the Pho... I also love how the beef and noodles are cooked - rich in flavor and very filling (I like to get their largest one). They are also known for crab, and although it is tasty - I don't eat crab all too often, this is supposed to be one of their most famous dishes. And to top it all off... they also sell natural coconuts, which is so cool... You get an actual coconut, and its water all in one! The service is also very friendly and warm (neighborhood style), and they are very helpful in picking a dish and telling you more about it if you don't know much about it. And above all... the food does not take forever, unlike other restaurants. I am looking forward to going again and trying more tasty dishes from their menu! read more

My Canh - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Update to my last review: Expanding and giving more information on my experience since the owner replied to my last one about her curiosity with "the prices doesn't match the offer", saying how I don't appreciate the love & dedication her staff put in, mentioned which Vietnamese restaurant offer lower price and better soup than hers, and how anyone with a minimum wage can eat at her restaurant First of all, I never put down her staff on the work they put in. From my last comment, I did mention how friendly their staff were and how the pho tasted ok. Not everyone has the same taste buds or palette with how good food taste like and that's the POINT of what REVIEWS are. Second of all, to clear up what "prices don't match what they offer". I requested a XL like my last comment suggested ("a big bowl of soup") which is $16.95. $16.95 for one noodles and 4 small pieces of meat which is half the size of my pinky with one small plate with exactly one lemongrass, one slice of jalapeño, and one small handful of sprout. And ofc as the owner, couldn't find better soup anywhere because obviously if im the owner, i would also too believe my restaurant is better than others. However, if im the owner, i would NEVER as much as putting down other businesses by saying that my food is better to a customer to in order to prove my point. Anyway, im gate keeping the viet restaurant I always go to (no it isn't on Broadway street) If the owner is so curious, that place 's pho is $17 but with 2 meatballs, 6 medium size meat of half the size of middle finger and ring finger sticking together, and 1 noodle with the side of 2 lemon grass, 2 slices of lemon, and 5 slices of jalapeño. Continuing on, by the owner also saying that "anyone with a minimum wage job can afford our food" fails to understand others point of view and comprehend who the customer is. Like what if the reviewer gets paid under minimum wage? Are they a full grown adult? Are they a high school student? Are they a college student? Are they a tourist or a local? Whatever it was, it was not ok either way on the owners comment on that. I understand the owner's frustration and I see that she is replying to every single yelp comment to improve her restaurant (?) Either way, as the owner, you should know that not every review is perfect and not everybody will like your restaurant very much. Your attitude and the way you move towards my comment deeply disappointed me, the reviewer indirectly. I was considering coming back, but after that comment of yours, it's telling me more about you from my pov, a stranger. As an immigrant myself like many others, I understand that business is hard at times and that everything needs to be perfect. However, I'm never coming back to support your restaurant again after that comment of yours. read more

My Canh - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Came across this pho place for a quick bowl of pho in Chinatown during my lunch break. The patterns on the plastic bowl was... different. The pho was fine. There is a major disconnect between the staff either three of them checked in on me and asked me the same questions or nobody checked in on me until the end of my meal. I had a drink with me but I would at least want to be offered water or tea but there was none. it was expensive too, $20 total. May reviews #1 read more

My Canh - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Somehow, we ended up in Chinatown around 9 pm, and my friends thought of this hole-in-the-wall spot for a bowl of pho to warm us up. Surprisingly, most of the tables were occupied. We grabbed the last table that fit the 4 of us and started perusing the extensive menu. Waitstaff was efficient and accommodating. ***OUR PICKS*** VIETNAMESE SHRIMP ROLLS (2) ~ They used 1 1/2 shrimp per roll by cutting a shrimp in half. Each roll contained only noodles, lettuce, mint, bean sprouts, and shrimp. Usually in a spring roll, you'll get pickled daikon, carrots, and cucumbers. The only flavor you'll get is from the sweet hoisin & peanut dipping sauce. Pretty expensive when each roll is $5, and it's missing some key ingredients like pickled vegetables for flavor. 2/5 CHICKEN PHO (PHÓ GÀ) ~ My friend and I shared this bowl. Little did we know, it was going to be very small. I noticed it was barely a handful of noodles and onions with some shredded chicken, while I dished out 2 bowls for sharing. At least the chicken was dark meat, so it was tender. Glad I wasn't starving! 3/5 SPECIAL NOODLE SOUP (PHÓ ÐǍC BIÊT) ~ My other 2 friends shared this bowl of noodle soup. They had more meat, but just the same amount of noodles as ours. The broth lacked depth. 3/5 IMO, they're lucky to be in Chinatown with very little competition compared to Sunset or Richmond District. Prices are quite high for the amount of food that you get. If we were hungry, even a bowl per person would not be sufficient. Food quantity, foodquality, & atmosphere are 2.5 stars. I rounded up to 3 for the service we were given. read more

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Hole in the wall in Chinatown. Simple menu. They have a bit of everything which I like, not too many options. Got the pho dac biet $15 and beef stew ho fun $16. Tea is an additional $1, credit card is another $1. The pho was one of the best I've had in the city. Simple and clean but really flavorful. I wish the beef stew ho fun had more tomato flavor but it was still good. Service is fast and food came out in 5 minutes. I'd come back to try other dishes read more

My Canh - P1A. Large Special House Pho - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

The Flower Fair in Chinatown was just as successful this year. With the hustling and bustling of the crowds, I know it's impossible for me to go to any Chinese restaurant and café. The more hungry customers to fill every table, the busier the restaurant had to be. And I barely had enough time to dine in any tea restaurant. Except for one place I go to for takeout, My Canh. What's good about My Canh? Pho, spring rolls, and banh mí sandwiches of course. Though it's just an ordinary Vietnamese café, it counts as a Chinese eatery. I know I should've let the waitress hold the jalapeño poppers since my parents didn't want me to eat spicy foods. I might visit My Canh in a later future. read more

*Note: I visited on Jan 26, 2025 -- this review sat in my drafts. The place appears to have been sold since, so take this with a grain of salt.* A friend who used to frequent this place years ago suggested I try this place. She raved about their banh canh cua. We stopped by for lunch after walking around Chinatown. The restaurant wasn't busy and the staff were friendly. We each ordered a bun: five-spice BBQ chicken with rice noodles and grilled beef with rice noodles. Unfortunately the meat in both dishes was overly salty for our taste. The bill was confusing - we couldn't tell how they arrived at the total (automatic gratuity, rounding, or SF-mandated fees?), but we paid and left. Cash only. read more

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Went in for lunch on a thursday. Staff was very friendly. Food came out quick. The broth was good. The quality of meat in the soup was not. read more

My Canh - #22 special combo large - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

My friends and I came to Chinatown to do some shopping, saw the grand opening sign and decided to try it. There was a large group already there, sitting in different tables because the restaurant is pretty small. The restroom is located at the end of the kitchen and it's also small. There's a bucket of dirty water with a mop in it at the corner of the restroom, making it even smaller. The menu has good selection of pho and dry rice noodle/rice dishes. I ordered the combo pho and my friend ordered the grilled beef with spring roll noodle plate. The server came to take our order quickly and we got our food shortly. My pho was decent size. I'm glad that I didn't get the large size. There were several beef meatballs, tripe and beef. I wish there was more meat though. The soup has good beef flavor but little too salty for my taste. My friend thought her dish was ok. read more

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It's was a warm day today and I didn't want to cook or eat anything too heavy, so decided to order some banh mi sandwiches from here. I ordered two - one grilled beef and grilled pork. The bread was definitely a highlight. It had that nice crisp exterior with a soft interior that you want in a good bánh mì. The sandwiches were enjoyable overall, but I did find the meat a bit light in flavor. I was especially hoping for more of that smoky, charred grill taste, which was missing for me. That said, it is still a good, satisfying sandwich, just not one that fully stands out compared to the other Vietnamese restaurants that closed down from a few stores down. The space itself is quaint and no frills, but it appeared clean and comfortable. It has that old school, casual Vietnamese restaurant feel that a lot of locals seem to appreciate. Service was a bit mixed. The waitress who took my order was pretty matter of fact, but another staff member really stood out. She was warm and attentive, offered me water while I was waiting, and even said goodbye when I left. That small gesture honestly made the experience feel more welcoming and is what pushed my rating up. Also, I noticed a sign about a singles meetup happening there, which I thought was kind of unexpected and interesting. Overall, I would say it is closer to a 3.5, but rounding up to 4 because of the pleasant overall experience and that extra touch of hospitality. read more

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Came here for lunch and got: (7/10) Small Special House Pho - I really appreciate them having 4 sizes of pho since I always feel bad for never finishing it, I enjoyed the broth and there was a variety of meat including tripe, flank, etc. Vietnamese Shrimp Roll (6.5/10) Vietnamese Shrimp Roll - Sauce was good, although the shrimp wasn't properly peeled as I found a piece of exoskeleton still. The place was empty when I first got there but the workers were welcoming. The workers also packed up my leftovers, although I had to wait a bit because the workers were all on the back. The interior is a bit dingy. They also have a 10% for sf residents and also was able to use my credit card here. I spent $23 total including tax and tip. I am a bit confused about their grand opening sign since it seems like they've been around for years now, but the owner seems like they are open to feedback. Chinatown and north beach don't have too many Vietnamese restaurants so this place can be convenient and reasonably priced. read more

My Canh - Special House Phone - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Went here with classmates for a quick lunch. We ordered different things and shared. We ordered a fried rice dish, fried noodles, and spring roll with shrimp and bun-cold noodle vermicelli with bbq pork...and Vietnamese ice coffee. Everything was tasty and authentic. read more

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Went on a Sunday. Plenty of tables available. Our food took a little while to come out. We got pho, spring rolls, and vermicelli noodles with five spice chicken. The vermicelli was ok. Not the freshest lettuce, but the chicken was good. The pho was good, but an XL size was comparable to a regular size bowl in my opinion. Spring rolls we're good. read more

Had a delicious chicken Banh Mi. Bread was so soft on the inside and crisp on the outside. I heard the rolls are brought in more than daily. It shows. Soaked up the wonderful chicken and vegetable flavors marvelously. Highly recommend! read more

Came here for lunch. Service was pretty good. Food came out kinda slow but they have a small cooking area. We ordered pho, grilled chicken vermicelli, beef stew pho, grilled pork over rice, banh mi. They forgot our shrimp rolls but they took it off from our bill. Portion size is on the smaller size but tasted good. No photos as we were all starving. Open late. read more

Swung by here for lunch today & was greeted with such nostalgia! This place is such a staple in Chinatown. Growing up, my grandma and mom would take us here for a nice bowl of banh canh cha after my doctor's appointments or after Chinese school classes. I don't visit Chinatown as often now & my mom saw a few posts about the lines for My Canh so we decided to pay them a visit again. The space looks cleaner than before & staff and the owner Leanne were super friendly. My mom even recognized the ladies cooking in the back & said hi to them. Of course we all ordered the banh canh cua because obviously that's what they're known for. So happy that the flavors haven't changed & we don't have to drive all the way to San Jose for this. They asked if we wanted whole grab or peeled crab and we opted for whole. Lots of crab & pork blood though could use a little more noodles. Anyways, please come and try their banh canh cua! We'll definitely be back for more and would love to try the bun bo hue and bun rieu next time. Sorry, didn't get any photos this time because we were so hungry & excited to eat! read more

My banh mi bread was at least a day old. I had to eat around the bread, and the chicken was dry. This place is not for me. But I'm grateful they included a plastic spoon with my sandwich :). read more

Our fav items are Beef Carpaccio + Banh can cua aka crab Udon But I'm sure other items on the menu is good cus we're always willing to drive +/-1 hour to have this Bright restaurant with street parking Food takes a bit to arrive but worth the wait Cash only btw read more

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Exceptional service and truly authentic, the best-tasting Pho I've ever enjoyed! The rich blend of herbs and spices was perfectly flavorful. Plus, it was very affordable. I had enough leftovers to enjoy again for lunch the next day. read more

Service was very friendly, owner came to talk to us about how she acquired the restaurant, n how she wanted to help the children since the parents were gone. Portion was good sized, n prices were the cheapest in the area. Flavor of pho soup was good. read more

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This is HOLE IN THE WALL type of place located in SF Chinatown. Looks super run down and very small inside. CASH ONLY. Eggrolls - Vietnamese style eggrolls are the best because they put taro in it! Would have been nice if it came with some lettuce. Bun rieu - this was highly recommended by our Vietnamese aunt. But for some reason my critic, Vietnamese Chinese wife didn't like it. The flavor was off lacking, the overall ingredients in the soup was lacking. wasn't enough of the crab/pork meat. Banh canh cua - yum! It came loaded with crab, noodles were bouncy and chewy. The broth was nice and thick. I would love to come back when I'm in the city. read more

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Great food they grilled chicken sandwich and Reese cookie is my go to and the guys there have good customer service

Came here for lunch with a Vietnamese coworker, who vouched that the food was very authentic. We ordered the fresh spring rolls, the shrimp tasted amazing plump and juicy. The popular dish was the crazy noodles, which was very flavorful. The owner, was such a sweetheart and greeted everyone with such love. A definite gem in Chinatown. read more

I had many wonderful experiences at My Canh Vietnamese Restaurant on 626 Broadway SF CA 94133 on a weekly basis. The first time I walked in, I noticed how clean and well-kept the entire place was- from the dining area to the restrooms, everything was spotless and inviting. The staff were incredibly friendly and attentive, making me feel welcome right away. They were patient, helpful with recommendations, and genuinely warm throughout the my dining experience. I usually let them order for me. And if course, the food was absolutely delicious! I had the Special Beef Pho, Crab Meat Udon, Beef & Eggroll Rice Vermicelli, Grilled Porkchop over Rice, Shrimp Rolls, Vietnamese Pancakes, and many other dishes. Every dish was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. You can truly taste the authenticity and care in every bite. Overall, this restaurant is a gem - clean, friendly, and serving some of the best Vietnamese food in San Francisco. I will definitely be returning every week, and recommending it to others. I can't believe someone wrote a 2-star review that was drafted from January 2025, and posted in December 2025 to hurt this lovely restaurant. I hope that person stops by My Canh Restaurant soon to get a whole new experience under the new owner who started in May 2025. This restaurant and staff definitely deserve 5-stars all the way around! read more

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MY CANH, is a quaint family owned restaurant. Located at 626 Broadway at Columbus. I had the Seafood House Special. It was packed with tender shrimp, fishballs, pork, and fish cake. I chose the egg noodles. The broth was exquisite! The serve was rapid and as family friendly as my aunties I admire family businesses like this. Dedicated, hardworking family, and working for the American Dream! I will definitely return. The parking, typical SF, is a a fun challenge but very much worth it. read more

Open late - I come here often with friends after the gym and service and food are always great.

We came for dinner on a Friday night. The rare steak & flank pho was filling and had a tasty broth, the shredded pork rolls were flavorful, and the hot tea helped warm me up. The restaurant had a clean and relaxed atmosphere. Leanna and Bo were friendly and provided great service. Prices are affordable too, where you can even order a small bowl of pho if you're not too hungry. I've ordered from here before through DoorDash and the grilled pork chop rice was so good. Will be back to try more dishes! read more

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Crab noodle soup, it's so disappointed. I used to love this place for crab noodle soup. Food now doesn't taste as good as before. We asked for crab meat no shell, they said yes then brought out 4 bowls and said sorry they are out of the crab meat without shell. Each bowl is $20 so not worth it. Never come back. read more

My Canh - Crab noodle soup - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

I was looking for a place with free Wi-Fi and good coffee, and I'm so glad I found this spot right across from the Royal Pacific Hotel in Chinatown! Their iced Vietnamese coffee was absolutely delicious--strong, smooth, and perfectly balanced. The people here are super friendly and welcoming, which made the experience even better. It can be surprisingly hard to find free Wi-Fi around Chinatown, so I really appreciated that they offer it here. Another big plus: they're "not cash-only". They take Apple Pay, Credit Cards, Zelle, Venmo--basically everything, which makes it super convenient. Great coffee, great vibes, free Wi-Fi, and easy payment options--can't ask for more. Definitely recommend if you're in the area! P. S. When you ask for ice water, they serve filtered water, which is a nice touch. They may be the only one that does that in Chinatown. Establish 1989 read more

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The crab noodle soup was disappointing. Owner said its crab season the noodle will only be $21. I was thinking there will be chunks of crab meats in the broth, instead they gave me two tiny died crab legs that didn't have meat and was somewhat black. My partner ordered their pork chop rice combo that comes with shredded pork and bake egg. The bake egg was so tiny. We had to clarify with the waitress if it was the wrong portion. She was nice enough to give us another piece. Pork chop did not taste charred it was baked. Egg rolls had too much Taro, loosely rolled and didn't come with lettuce or Vermicelli on the side. Extra $2 for eggs for the pork chop rice combo when in the picture there was a sunny side egg, $1 extra for tea each person, $1 extra for using credit cards. . read more

Small and old place in town with good foods with reasonable price , specially Banh Canh Cua (Crab Udon) Friendly and helpful service. read more

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I've been here a couple times this past month and Leanna is always friendly and nice. My go to is the Pho Ga (Chicken Noodle) and it is amazing here. Definitely recommend stopping by to get your fix if you are in the area and need to get some Pho or any Vietnamese dishes. read more

My Canh - Chicken Noodles - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

I visited My Canh following a recommendation by a friend who has lived in the North Beach neighborhood of SF for 13 years. His recommendations have led me to discovering hidden gems in the city that I'd never find by searching for options on the internet. I enjoyed the delicious Crab Udon and some spring rolls. The staff was so courteous and warm - they made conversation with me which is another rarity nowadays. Go check this place out for its good food and it's even nicer people. read more

My Canh - P2. Crab Meat Noodles - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Dropped in for a fun lunch neighborhood with my mom. We both love banh mi, and theirs was great (on fresh bread) as was the banh xeo savory pancake. Even the green tea was really nice. Ambience was casual and very friendly with attentive servers and tidy tables. A great find tat we'll return to. read more

Yum! Food was amazing: fresh, flavorful, and great portions! Impressed!! Kind staff! Great experience! read more

My Canh - Rice noodle bowl - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Everyone and their mother are raving about their banh canh cua (crab udon noodle soup)... so I had to try it! FYI. It was $20. The broth was so flavorful, the udon was cooked just right, but... I should have looked at the pictures on here more. I am not a fan of blood cubes, and there was a generous serving in my bowl, haha! There were 3 big pieces of crab (with shell) so I had to roll up my sleeves and get to work. It would also help if they would post the price of the item since it is a "special" and not on the menu. This is a hole in the wall, no frills place. I would come back and try something else. Cash only. I will give this place a 3.5 stars since service was good, even if the other lady had an attitude! Haha My server was nice so yeah ok... 4 stars then. Did I mention, Cash only? Yes, Cash only. read more

My Canh - my view - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Tried the rich crab soup and the beef carpaccio which were SO delicious! Dining companions ordered Bahn Mi sandwiches with beef and added some plum sauce to it (optional, on the table with other condiments). We'll have to return to try everything else as we were so supremely satisfied! Excellent customer service and warm hospitality. read more

I usually do not eat vietnamese in Chinatown (or SF in general cause I find it lacking) but I really enjoyed this spot! It's very much a whole in the wall and they only take cash but it's very authentic minus the few random Korean items on the menu. I got the banh canh cua which is not easy to find and even though it was $20 it was def worth it. read more

My Canh - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

I haven't been here in a minute, but this is the traditional hole in the wall, delish viet spot. Growing up, I would be one of my spots to go. I'm always craving for some good spring rolls and Vietnamese drip coffee. It definitely hit the spot today. Very happy. Service was good. The two ladies working were super friendly and on point. I need to come back and get my phone on. read more

Always a good bowl of Pho at this no frills restaurant here at My Canh. Come for their good solid bowls of pho aka noodle soup. And please expect nothing fancy here when comes to ambience or service. My Canh has been at this location for over 15 years now (by my estimate), and has been serving solid, home tasting Vietnamese noodle soups. We opted for the #1 Combo Beef Pho and the Bun Bo Hue (Spocy beef noodle soup) and both are good as I've always remembered and expect from My Canh. read more

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