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    Pho G-Beef

    4.5 (322 reviews)
    ModerateVietnamese
    Closed 10:30 am - 8:30 pm
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    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Dogs allowed

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    Bea P.

    This rating is 3.7 stars We were excited to try this new spot on Father's Day that offered pho beef short ribs. It's tucked away in a corner which was pretty hidden. There was only one table occupied when we came. The interior decor was nice and elegant. It was spacious and can seat a large party at one end of the restaurant. We ordered spring rolls and 2 of P4 short ribs beef. The server said it now comes in 2 ribs but thinner cut. The spring rolls came out first and the taste of the sauce and spring rolls itself was just ok because it lacked a bit of flavor. The pho came out next. The broth was standard but the beef ribs were nice and tender. The beef ribs were the only protein and unfortunately some of the other places we recently checked out also added other meats, tendon, and tripe to their beef rib pho. For that reason, their competitors stand out a bit more. They don't bring out the check when we asked for the bill. You have to walk up to the register to pay which I thought was a bit inconvenient. Even so, the cashier was about to mix up my table for a large party that just sat down.

    Grilled pork banh mi
    Faye L.

    I've eaten here a handful of times now. I'm not a fan for their pho or pho broths as it's a bit sweet for my taste. I am a fan of their banh mi sandwiches and rice plates though. Tom is my favorite server here as he has the best memory and is super sweet. Prices are higher than what you would get in other Vietnamese places nearby in Mira Mesa. It's rarely been busy when I've visited or ordered take out. Each dish seems freshly made so it isn't always a quick meal if you dine in. The grilled pork banh mi is to die for. Yeah $13 is pricey for a banh mi but the bread is so delicious. It's served warm with just a great freshness to it. The grilled pork isn't all lean which I love as it provides extra flavor to the sandwich along with the fresh pickled veggies. It's also wrapped in paper when it's served. The grilled pork plate is filling and i appreciate how they'll sub extra veggies in lieu of rice. Their to go packaging is top notch as well (they have forgotten the side soup for the plate orders). I'd absolutely return to try more items.

    M5. Fried Egg Noodle with Seafood
    Christina T.

    I was excited to try this relatively new Vietnamese place that opened in Rancho Penasquitos. As they are newly opened, I think there are many small improvements that can be made, but overall it was a positive experience. My review is nitpicky on the basis of giving some constructive criticism to this newly opened restaurant. Interior: Spotless and nicely decorated! The conical hat display was lovely. However the bathroom floors are super sticky, and it was totally dark walking into the bathroom because of the double doors. I had to turn on my phone flashlight to find the light switch after trying to feel my way around for a moment. Service: The server was very polite! As they have a small number of staff, it was a little hard to get service a few times, including when coming in. Maybe a little door chime or a "seat yourself" sign would be helpful during times they have fewer employees. Food: Bun cha ha noi - Super flavorful, great char, and beautifully fragrant with herbs. I wish they gave more veggies though, and it also didn't come with any rau ram/Vietnamese coriander. It was beautifully presented on bamboo leaf and felt very impressive! Pho - Subpar despite being the namesake; it's a bit overdone on the spices to the extent that it detracts from the beef flavor, and it was missing a certain rich umami that I typically expect from pho broth. I think for the price, which is maybe 40-50%(!) higher than current prices at other pho places nearby, it had to be excellent to be worth it, and this did not come close. Seafood crispy fried egg noodles - Deliciously crisp with a savory sauce and relatively generous helping of seafood and veggies. My mom loved this dish the most. Overall a decent, clean, and uncrowded Vietnamese place with solid menu offerings, albeit at a bit higher than typical price. I think it's worth stopping by to try some of the less common Vietnamese dishes that they offer.

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    Vivian

    I wanted a quick bite in the area and that plaza already has a lot of solid food options, but Pho G‑Beef caught my eye. It's kind of tucked away in the corner near the smoke shop, easy to miss if you're not looking for it, but once you find it there's signage pointing you in. What stood out right away is that they brand themselves as bringing a taste of northern Vietnam with family recipes and more traditional flavors, which I was excited about, especially being Vietnamese and not having a ton of options like this directly in Rancho Penasquitos. When I walked in around 2 pm on a Thursday, there was actually a good amount of people dining in, which is always a good sign. The space is pretty big with a lot of seating, so I can see it handling bigger groups or being a regular takeout spot for locals. Service was friendly too. I ordered to go but they still brought my food out to the table which I appreciated. The menu is pretty extensive. They have rice plates, fried rice, vermicelli bowls, egg noodles, vegetarian options, appetizers like spring rolls and wings, plus pho of course. Drinks range from teas to juices and smoothies. I came specifically for the banh mi though. I ordered the S3 grilled beef banh mi, which came out to $12.50 before tax. So realistically you're paying around $13, which I will say is on the pricier side, especially considering it's also probably the smallest banh mi I've had. Compared to spots in Mira Mesa, you're definitely paying a couple dollars more, probably because of location. It took about 10 minutes to come out. I did ask for no cucumber and got a verbal confirmation, but when I opened it later there were actually a lot of cucumbers in there. Not a huge deal for me since it's preference, but still something to note because if it were an allergy situation that would be a problem. Once I picked them out, I noticed the spread right away. It had this slight orange tint, almost like a sriracha aioli. At first I was a little thrown off because when a place emphasizes "traditional," you expect the usual pate and mayo situation. I've had garlic aioli before, but never something like this. But honestly after the first bite, I didn't even care about that. It was really good. The grilled beef was thinly shaved and well marinated, so it wasn't dry at all. That aioli added a nice level of spice, which actually made up for the fact that there were no jalapeños. The flavor worked really well together. The pickled carrots and daikon were cut very thin, almost more like what you'd see in vermicelli bowls, so you don't get that same crunchy bite that I personally look for in a banh mi. That was probably the one thing I felt was missing. The bread though was really good. Lightly toasted, tasted fresh, and held everything together well without being too hard or cutting up the roof of your mouth. Even though the sandwich itself is smaller, it was still filling and had a decent amount of meat. Overall, yes it's smaller and more expensive than what you might be used to, and there were a couple small misses like the cucumber situation and less crunch from the pickles, but the flavors were there. That spicy aioli and the quality of the beef really carried it. I could see this being a convenient local spot if you're in the area and don't want to drive out for Vietnamese food. It's not the most traditional banh mi I've had, but it's still a good one, and I'd come back to try more from the menu.

    Food poisoning from the kid pho with meatballs.
    Annie T.

    This was our first time here, and unfortunately, it will definitely be our last. If I could rate it a 0 star, I would. We ordered a kid pho with meatballs for our daughters, and shortly after eating, both of them got food poisoning. I even tasted the broth myself afterward, and it was clearly sour. Pho broth should never taste sour unless you add lime, which we did not use. My older daughter, who ate more of the pho, had it the worst. She developed a severe stomach ache, was crying in pain, and eventually threw up everything she ate. It was honestly a scary and upsetting experience as a parent. We contacted the restaurant, and instead of showing concern, they immediately dismissed the possibility that their food was the cause, insisting their pho is "made fresh daily." Fresh or not, there are many factors that go into safe food handling, and something clearly went wrong here. Very disappointing experience overall--not just the food, but the lack of accountability. We will not be returning.

    Thoa N.

    Stopped by G-Beef after a quick trip to Vons Market. My husband and I ordered the pho đặc biệt and bún chả Hà Nội. The bún chả Hà Nội was the highlight, really well-balanced flavors, and the meat was tender and juicy. Definitely something I'd order again. The pho, on the other hand, was a bit underwhelming for me. It tasted similar to other pho spots around and didn't really stand out. Service was friendly and welcoming. The space is big, new, and very clean. The waiter mentioned they've only been open for a little over a year, which makes sense given how fresh everything feels. It may not be the most authentic pho I've had, but if I had to choose, I'd still go for Vietnamese food here.

    Loan N.

    Can you believe this place has a happy hour? I caught the sign on the way in. The interior is lovely. It feels newly renovated, bright, and spacious. I especially loved the decor touches like the Vietnamese rice hats on the walls and the large floral planters throughout. I came specifically for the Bun Cha Ha Noi. While it definitely hit the spot and fixed my craving, it was missing that specific, deep savory "punch" you find in the most authentic versions. That said, the presentation was beautiful. We also tried the fried chicken wings and the pho. Both were good and nothing stood out. The service was pleasant. The vibe on a Thursday night was quiet and relaxed. I really appreciated the Vietnamese music playing in the background. Overall, a very decent spot for the PQ area.

    V9. Hanoi-Style Vermicelli with Grilled Pork Patties
    Janet L.

    Plenty of parking in this plaza. The restaurant is pretty spacious. When you walk in, there's a bit of a corridor/walkway so no one can see you and greet you. We waited at the sign that said please be seated but since no one came for some time, we went in further until someone noticed us. That was all fine because they actually seem a bit short staffed. There were only about 4 parties dining at the time but only one woman seemed to be working (more in the back). We ordered our food and it did take a while to come out (we were too spoiled by the efficiency at pho cow Cali Express). The pho was great- not as much msg taste as some other places, and the meat seemed to be really good quality as well. I tried the vermicelli with pork patties and it was plated impressively. Taste was great as well! The prices are a bit higher than some other Vietnamese places and the portions a bit smaller. If I didn't want to wait in the lines at pho cow Cali express, I would come here.

    P1. G-Beef Special
    Steven Binh N.

    First coming in, cute little place has decorations on the way with traditional Vietnamese hats. Seating was seat yourself and the over space was huge. Server came by and took our order, I ordered the P1 the special, and came out pretty fast. The broth overall was clean and plenty of meat. Only wish the broth was a little hotter since there was a lot of meat and the raw beef had to cook. Overall good and fast service and the strawberry lemonade was really good.

    A2. Spring Rolls
    Jessica D.

    What we ordered | fresh spring rolls | pork chop plate Taste | pork chop flavor and portion was good. Spring rolls were decent. Service | servers were nice and quick Parking | plaza lot

    Vi H.

    The egg rolls and bun cha were the highlights of our meal! The wings and pho were also very good - pho was light and fragrant! The employees were so kind and attentive! It did take a bit for food to come out, but not a problem given we weren't in any rush. I'll be back to try other dishes!

    Essie K.

    Overall a solid pho place in Rancho Peñasquitos! The entrance is a bit hidden but once you enter, the space is large and open with plenty of seats. The menu includes the classic options such as pho, rice plates, fried rice, rice noodle bowls, appetizers, and banh mi sandwiches. Service was friendly and prompt. The food came out quickly and was fresh and tasty. You check out at the front counter when you're ready to pay. I felt the prices were a little high given how cheap vermicelli noodles and vegetables cost and the portion size (the egg roll/fresh roll combo was $13 and pho bowls were $16-18) which is why I gave it 4 stars.

    P1. G-Beef Special
    Catherine G.

    Clean, open dining area with lots of natural lighting. We came on a Sunday for lunch and it wasn't too busy and service was fast. Large portions which was nice and my pho came w a fried breadstick, which I haven't seen before. I do wish it wasn't cold on the inside though. Spring rolls: 4/5 - peanut sauce was ok P1 G Beef Special: 4/5 - good and not too salty, which I like

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