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Pho Huong Viet

4.2 (526 reviews)
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Dogs allowed
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Justin N.

DO NOT EAT HERE. They re-use half eaten meatballs. Before my mom got to eat her pho and she was going through it, there was a meatball already bitten into it The server/owner was terrible and made us wait 30 minutes to order. When told about the meatball he blamed us and said it's just how they cut the ball, when there are clearly teeth marks in it. Do not eat here

6/24/26
Mike C.

Coming here midweek for a reunion lunch with some neighborhood friends, I felt like I was dining at a new restaurant. One guest arrived early and saved us a table in the front dining room against the right wall. When our party of 5 was complete, we studied the menus. Only one guest had not dined here previously. In sharing experiences, I trusted a fellow guest in trying fhe Charming chicken pho (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q&start=24&select=rhevocqlqoNUf6XxsZDgAw), medium, light and flavorful chicken bone broth soup made with fresh flat rice noodles, sprinkles with green onions and hand selected free-range chicken; the menu states the default is thigh and breast meat. Here's a photo after the noodle pull (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q&start=24&select=wfWfPhJ5jMjJ14HwQS8kcw). The flavors were clean and warming, perfect for a foggy, breezy Richmond District afternoon. I was curious about a condiment bottle on every table and asked what it was. Being adventurous, one guest and I tried the chili garlic vinegar (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q&start=24&select=SKami7Eb_e1mU6PMhTpDFw), adding it to our broth. Bomb. We both tasted some from our soup soon before adding it to our different broths, beef for her and chicken for mine. We agreed that the vinegar elevated both of our dishes. We even bit into the garlic pieces and they were delicious. We also shared two orders of the fried crab spring rolls (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q&start=24&select=N8GxHikbCAozj0CPRyI6pw), 4 pieces = 2 rolls cut in half; since we were five guests, we got two orders so that everyone would get a piece and three people had extras. This was well done and the sweet and sour sauce complemented this well. There was only one open table in the front section and a couple of diners in the rear dining room. The owner took our orders while another gentleman brought our food and cleared our empty plates and bowls. Service was courteous and down home. I only now noticed that it's been four years since my 1st visit. I will have a tough decision on my next visit whether to have the beef or chicken as both were good. That's a good thing.

Ashley R.

Great place for dry style pho. Came here with friends on a Friday evening after work. We were informed that they ran out of chicken, so we substituted our items with beef. The food was all lovely - I had a beef pho with flank and meatballs. The flavor was there and the price was reasonable. My partner had the dry style and it was very flavorful and rich. I'd come back here for a simple bowl of pho.

James W.

Delicious Northern Vietnames restaurant with a tailored menu of 9 items but they all taste amazing. Of course, we recommend getting the pho (which has the disclaimer that bean sprouts and typical herbs won't be provided). It's a rather small restaurant, so you may have to wait a bit, but food is prepared quickly and is full of flavor!

Chicken Pho with Chicken Breast Only
Jeanette M.

I love this place downnn! This is my go-to pho spot in the city. Service- great. Food- amazing, fast and consistent. We've gotten their chicken pho, and the mixed chicken pho. The mixed chicken/dry noodle blew me away, it was so addicting. I love shallots so all the dried shallots on top made me feel like I was in my own personal heaven. After visiting my first time, I was already craving more. I have since visited a few more time and every time the food quality has been consistently great. I am very particular and picky with my chicken and typically don't order chicken pho because the chicken tends to be pretty dry. Their chicken here is so delectable and tender, doesn't have a weird "chicken" taste, and absorbs the pho broth very nicely. Normally chicken pho is neglected as most people opt for beef, but their chicken pho was absolutely the show stopper. The broth is flavorful and deep and doesn't make you feel heavy- like you've overloaded with salt afterwards. Also the tableside pickled onions and peppers are also delicious in the broth. The service has been great every-time. It's usually just one man (which I believe is the owner?), and he has been lovely and helpful at recommendations. The food runners are also very nice as they've always greeted us with a smile! 10/10 I would give this place a try if you can! (:

Dry Chicken Pho # 3
Ray B.

Dry pho?? Who knew that was even a thing? I didn't--until now. The noodles come in one bowl with sauce and toppings, and the broth is served on the side. One bite in and it just works. The noodles are flavorful and well-seasoned, and the broth is rich and perfect for sipping between bites. The taste is authentic and undeniable. Definitely adding this spot to my list of SF restaurants to come back to. BB

Phở Gà Trộn
Aaron K.

Pho Huong Viet is a great find if you're looking for more authentic Northern Vietnamese dishes in San Francisco, especially specialties from Hanoi that you don't often see on local menus like phở gà trộn and bún chả. I came specifically for the phở gà trộn and it did not disappoint - it was remarkably close to what I've had in Hanoi, and I absolutely loved the mix of flavors and textures in the "dry" bowl of noodles (it's not in a broth but does have a sauce that you mix in), with the accompanying bowl of broth a nice way to change up each bite. I also ordered the nem (deep fried crab rolls) to pair with my noodles but those were a bit of a letdown as the flavor was a bit one note but it probably didn't help that they arrived at the very end of my meal (and only after I flagged someone down to check on the order). On service, there wasn't really anyone to greet guests on arrival so a group of us were left to simply stand around and wait to eventually get seated. Also to note, the food does take quite a long time to come out so I would recommend knowing what you want ahead of time so you can order as soon as you get seated. All that said, the deliciousness of the phở gà trộn and the appeal of the broader menu make me want to come back to try more items, and I'm hoping the uneven service was just an off day rather than the norm.

Mixed chicken pho
Mary Bryan O.

Highly recommend! I went around 2pm on Sunday and there was a bit of a line but the wait was so worth it. I tried the dry chicken pho (#3). It comes with broth to drink on the side. Everything was very flavorful. Definitely a no frills mom and pop shop. Worth the hype and checking out!

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Toni L.

I think they are my favorite pho house in SF since I truly love the delicate fragrance broth of a true northern style Pho. The only place that would have fresh julienned ginger for beef pho and keffir lime for chicken pho, added so much aroma and depth to the both. Oh and don't expect hoisin and sriracha here. Nor beansprout or basils. Northern pho does not comes with that. They get pretty busy on the weekend with long line so prepare to wait. Service could be spotty but if you want best food I guess we endured. Food can take a long while to.come.out. Don't expect much for a family own no frill the restaurant except knowing that you are In for a real treat. Very casual vibe borderline hole in the wall but clean. Both chicken and beef pho are so soul warming. Must order the crab roll, and.bun cha...slurp slurp everything up!!!

Cynthia M.

Came here Christmas Eve. Good amount of people here. 5) Bun Cha is tasty! 1) Pho is definitely northern style. Cuts of meat was good! 4) Bo kho, not again: too plain. Pickled garlic side was delicious. Definitely felt homey here. Ceramic (not plastic) bowls for splitting, no frills dining. You even have a waiter that feels like your pissed off at the world uncle is here with you. Even my mom made a face towards him after an interaction (we are used to Southern Vietnamese food and my mom said something that the waiter corrected on). I came up to confirm the receipt price since I didn't get a paper receipt. "Didn't I tell you????" he says ina trying to hide my annoyance tone Worth coming back to try their deluxe bun cha that was sold out. No on the Bo kho though

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Jolens V.

The food is good I , tried the beef stew pho and I prefer the all meat pho better. The service is very pleasant and attentive. I came around 4:30 pm and it was quiet. I recommend going here if you want to simply eat delicious and simple food. Even the menu is simple. .

Special beef pho with all the meat combo
Elaine W.

Pho Huong Viet is one of the few northern Vietnamese restaurants in San Francisco! We ordered the special beef pho with all the meats and the charming chicken pho all in the medium size. Note this restaurant does not serve hoisin sauce, bean sprouts or herbs (as with southern Vietnamese restaurants). Instead you have pickled garlic in vinegar and the normal fish sauce and sriracha hot sauce. Special beef pho with all the meats 5/5: The beef broth was very flavorful and much more clean tasting (not heavily spiced) as is customary for northern Vietnamese phos. The beef pho came with ginger and cilantro and green onions. We ordered the beef pho with all the meats and they for sure do not skip on the meat portions despite us ordering a medium size! Charming chicken pho 5/5: we got the chicken pho with the default thigh and breast meat but you can always order it with just thigh or just breast. Broth was also very flavorful despite it being so simple. The chicken pho came with cilantro, green onions, and kaffir lime leaves. The kaffir lime leaves were unexpected but were a great addition to the dish. Don't forget to also add their pickled garlic in vinegar to your pho! It elevates the taste of the soup and just makes it taste all the better! Service 4/5: the owner who was also our server wasn't overly welcoming when he seated us. However, you can tell he genuinely wanted us to enjoy our food. Parking 3/5: parking in this area overall is not an easy task. It is mostly metered street parking Ambiance 5/5: the restaurant is very spacious and nicely decorated. Overall a solid restaurant and I would come back.

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Do you need reservations on sunday?

We accept both walk-ins and reservation. If you will be arriving with a large party, more than 5, it would be best to call in ahead of time in order for us to best serve you.

Do you still have banh cuon? I don't see it on the menu but see some pictures of it

Hi, Bánh Cuốn is not on the menu, however it is a “once in a while chef’s special”. Thank you for your question

Are credit cards accepted?

Yes

Do they use pho noodle?or just the flat rice noodle?

they use flat noodles because they're northern style and have vermicelli noodles but not for pho.

What are your business hours?

for their soft opening times: open on Tuesday- Sunday, 11am -8pm

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