This Vietnamese restaurant is a hole in the wall. It's sad that it is not open late, but that may be to keep their quality up. As soon as I came in, the staff greeted me and asked me if I wanted to eat in or order takeout. As soon as I sat down, they gave me a glass of ice water with a lime wedge. They have hoisin sauce at every table but sriracha upon request due to the shortage. Their com tam dish did not disapppoint by any means. They give you a huge plate along with a bowl of pho broth and their fish sauce for dipping your meat in. The meat wasn't very salty, which made the fish sauce compliment it without needing 10 cups of water. Most of the staff are bilingual but pointing does the job. They take cards and cash. read more

Pho Kitchen - House special com tam - Vietnamese Near Me - San Diego, California

This was my first experience with Pho and I have been meaning to try this restaurant for a while. I'm giving it one star for the service and how we were treated. As I have nothing to compare the food to, I am not rating that. Although i didn't have anything that would bring me back in. I walked in, it was hopping but not crazy busy. They sat me at the table closest to the cash register so i figured service would be good since I was literally right under their noses. I sat for 10 min without any greeting or service waiting on my husband to join. We sat for another couple minutes waiting until someone came over to take our order. Our order taker wasn't interested in answering any of our questions so we ordered what we thought would be good. Our food came quickly but after we finished we waited a good 15 min for the check. Watching other tables come in, order and eat. Not sure why we were ignored, it didn't happen with other groups. Needless to say I wouldn't recommend this place and I won't be back. read more

I'm always looking for a good Vietnamese restaurant for their fried egg rolls and bun. I think I found it! I ordered the bun with bbq pork and egg rolls. The bun was served with a good sized bowl of fish dipping sauce. Other places don't give you enough sauce and when you ask for more, they act annoyed. The egg rolls were served hot and fresh. The filling was good and tasty. The bbq pork was tender and flavorful. The only downside was a few fatty pieces that I wished were more lean like the rest of the pork. The noodles, fresh veggies, and pickled carrots were also so fresh. Service was fast and not too rushed. Sometimes at other Vietnamese restaurants, service can be a little uncomfortable at times and not always friendly. That was not the case here. The restaurant itself was clean and modern. Everything looked new. I will be back! read more

Pho Kitchen - BBQ pork and egg roll bun - Vietnamese Near Me - San Diego, California

Many delicious options for Vietnamese food in Mira Mesa! And just because this one isn't named traditionally with "Cow" or a number in its name does not mean it is not authentic cuisine. We ordered two entrees, each coming with a typical salad and broken rice (though you have the option to swap for noodles or steamed rice). All entrees were delicious, but BBQ Pork beats Meatloaf beats Egg Rolls beats Pork Chop. We could order just BBQ Pork and be content. Something unique in their marinade and tender slices. Light broth and good fish sauce was also provided. Typical Asian restaurant service in that you just need to get their attention when you need something. Fast service with ordering and getting the food. Please help them by paying cash over card when you can. Clean restaurant. Tables and seats too. They provide Hoisin, Sriracha, and Sambal condiments at the table. Not too busy for a Friday evening which was nice. read more

Pho Kitchen - Vietnamese Near Me - San Diego, California

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The bun bo hue (R8) was very good, a crisp broth combined with generous portions of noodles and meat, even for a regular sized bowl. Service was nice and the restaurant was dimly lit for a cozy ambiance. There weren't that many customers when I went, so that definitely helped a lot. Also had the Vietnamese coffee (D3) and it was the right combination of strong and sweet, easily one of the better viet coffees I've had. read more

This place is tucked into deep Mira Mesa. Perfect for locals but if you're looking for fresh flat noodles with savory broth this is the place to be. The spring rolls are fresh with delicious peanut sauce that's it watered down. The egg rolls are good but are all the smaller side of portions compared to others. The pho bowls look small but packed with noodlea and protein. And the kids bowls can sbe split between 2 kids. Service was blah. I ordered a hot tea but they forgot but were kind enough to not acknowledge and not charge. read more

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This is one of my favorite places to get pho in San Diego because their food is yummy and their portions are good for their price. They rarely have a line and their parking is plentiful. When you eat in, they seat you quickly, but they are not very attentive after they finish taking your order and serving you food. It is rather dark in the restaurant and there is only relatively normal lighting in the center of the restaurant. There is a partition in the center of the restaurant and it feels like they don't really pay attention to parties on the other side. 3/5 would recommend but only for the food read more

Pho Kitchen - RS Com/Bun Special 5 Proteins (BBQ shrimp, pork, chicken, eggroll, meatloaf) - Vietnamese Near Me - San Diego, California

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Food: We ordered the rare steak pho and the chicken pho, on a rainy day this hit the spot!! Food came out steaming and was rich in flavor. The beef is perfectly cut and cooked. The chicken is perfect as well! Service: Staff was nice, nothing too fancy, but it was nice. Ambience: Many seats, never too busy, but a classy atmosphere with many nice pictures on the wall! Would 100 percent recommend this place! Been here a bunch, and it never fails to deliver the best service! read more

FRAUDS AND SUPER UNPROFESSIONAL! I didn't get my credit card back after paying. But I did get my receipts and I didn't realized this until I got a fraud alert. They took my card and used it. You're probably thinking how do I know what if someone else took it? Well because when they gave me the receipt to sign I remember my card wasn't there. Also they cleaned the table pretty close to when we were out the door if they had our card they could have flag us down. The food was mediocre at best and I got my card stolen. NEVER AGAIN! read more

Service was quick and friendly. I don't typically go out for pho but my buddy convinced me that this place was pretty good. The broth was flavorful and they gave a lot of meat! The shrimp spring rolls with peanut sauce was yummy as well. This place was pretty quiet and no long line like some other pho establishments on Mira Mesa Blvd. read more

Pho Kitchen - Vietnamese Near Me - San Diego, California

Tried this place during my trip to San Diego! I ordered the egg rolls, pho dac beit combination special, and banh mi bo kho. The egg rolls came with lettuce and dipping sauce, egg rolls were crispy and had good flavor! The pho was ok flavor wise but had good meat, noodle, to broth ratio. It was my first time trying banh mi bo kho. The banh mi was good, but wish the beef stew was a bit more flavorful. read more

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We're from the Bay Area- pretty hard to beat Vietnamese food in San Jose. But Pho Kitchen was very tasty. Goi cuốn spring rolls - thin wrap paper with just the right amount of herbs/protein. Pho đặc biệt combination- broth was light and flavorful (wish they had option for thicker noodles) but my bf said it was the best pho he's eaten in SD so far. Large portions for the large bowl. Bun bo hue- fragrant and flavorful broth with tender meat. Ambiance- clean & inviting & the AC helps when you decide to eat soups in the summer. Service- helpful & friendly . Def come back! read more

Pho Kitchen - Inside decor - Vietnamese Near Me - San Diego, California

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So the food is actually really good and clean. Environmentally, it's too hot. They don't run their AC. In terms of decor, it's pretty cool looking. In terms of experience? Appalling. You had workers spraying chemicals at the table adjacent with spray getting into our Pho. Really?!? The workers also have a bad habit of banging glasses, banging plates, throwing bowls and utensils into their cleanup cart. It's jarring and rattling and auditory torture. And they'll do it right next to your head.. Please train your workers not to be so belligerent with your sound environment. This is not a relaxing dining environment. Is it too much to ask that a pho restaurant doesn't act like an average pho restaurant? Good food shouldn't come with cacophonous cleanup. On the plus side. The food is good. On the minus side. It's loud, hot, and some of the workers are rude. I asked for napkins, and the guy doesn't hand them to me, he puts them one full step away to the side ON the cash register. Even though we were face to face. WTF. read more

RS Five Item Combo is for the indecisive. It has all of the proteins that one would want on a plate. Thoroughly delicious food can be found here. There is an ability to mix and match the proteins with the rice and noodle dishes which some might find very convenient. Service is quick and efficient. The restaurant is clean. There is another location closer to Old Town which has a similar interior appearance. read more

Pho Kitchen - RS Com/Bun Special 5 Proteins. - Vietnamese Near Me - San Diego, California

Pho Kitchen never fails to consistently deliver flavorful pho broth! My go-to is the P1. Pho Filet - House Special with fresh noodles added for $1. It's definitely worth that extra dollar! A really great appetizer to share are the A2. Spring Rolls. I love eating these rolls, especially when the weather gets hot. I could eat these babies all the time and not get tired of them! So yummy!! read more

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Food - best pho in San Diego. Noodles are not overcooked, rare steak is soft, serving of meat is generous. I used to like pho hoa but their broth has been bland these last few months. Phocowcali also has bland broth. Before Pho Kitchen, we've been frequenting PT eatery because of their broth but I always got so thirsty afterward and they don't have sriracha. Service - fast, efficient, never ran out of water. ambiance - clean, cute decorations with soft, ambiant lighting. New fave pho place! read more

Pho Kitchen - Food all gone! - Vietnamese Near Me - San Diego, California

Decided to come here as it was highly recommended by a coworker. Gotta say, not my favorite pho place. Don't get me wrong, it's really good for the most part, but it's missing the final touch. I started with their egg rolls which were delicious and crunchy. I loved how thin the breading is as you can taste the filling a lot more. It tastes amazing wrapped in lettuce and mint leaves dipped in their fish sauce. For dinner, I got their Filet Mignon Pho with the meat on the side. They really give you a lot of meat and it's really great quality! Unfortunately, I didn't love the rest of the bowl. The broth tasted extremely watered down. Even after adding a lot of flavoring, it still tasted off. The noodles weren't my favorite either, although I can't quite put my finger on it as to what was off about it. If I could take the egg rolls and just the meat to another pho place with different broth, I think I would have the perfect pho bowl. This place was still very good, but I wouldn't go out of my way to come here on the regular. read more

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Date of initial visit: April 22, 2022 With the cold weather we had this past Friday, I found myself craving pho.. and seeing how I hadn't properly given Pho Kitchen a review (I'd been getting takeout from them for my mom), thought I'd stop by. My order was for a large Pho Dac Biet Combination Special (P2 - $11.50) and a full order of Spring Rolls with peanut sauce (A2 - $7). Yes, this is a bit pricy for a large bowl of pho and spring rolls... but with the quality of the meats and broth, I can see why. My mom raved about the quality of the broth Pho Kitchen uses; I'm inclined to agree, given how clear and fresh it tasted. The brisket, top eye, tripe, tendon, and flank cooked quickly in the broth (though with the thin slices, there wasn't much flavor as a result - nothing a few doses of sriracha couldn't fix). And the sprouts, mint, and jalapeno were quite freshly prepared. I should also mention that the large bowl here is VERY large; I had enough for leftovers the next day! The spring rolls offered by the restaurant are among the best I've had; the wrapper wasn't too sticky, the shrimp and pork were just right, and the noodles, lettuce, and mint seemed like they were freshly made. The peanut sauce was plentiful, and since I didn't want the rest to go to waste after I was done with my appetizer, I added it into my pho for a little extra flavor (don't judge!). The ambiance is quite pleasant, with eye-catching decor and comfy seating. Service is attentive and quick, although they did bring me my bill a little too quickly - but that's to be expected at just about every pho place I've been to (though to be fair, at least they didn't rush me out the door). Also, the menu isn't quite as robust as, oh say, Pho Ca Dao or Phoung Trang; I was a little disappointed that there's no chicken wings here... Still, with some of the best pho I've had (and I'm intrigued over trying the beef stew pho as well as the broken rice dishes), I'll be definitely making more stops at Pho Kitchen! read more

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BEST Pho, nice staff, great location. The prices are good compared to other places around town.

Wow this is my new pho place in San Diego- the broth was delicious and full of flavor, I got a well done beef pho and it was so delicious. My old favorite used to be pho duyen mai but this easily takes the cake. Great 10/10 food- very impressive read more

This review is solely for the lack of knowledge the staff has in the industry. My family and I tried to walk into the establishment with our service animal. The staff would not allow our service animal entry based on the fact that we did not provide documentation (which is privileged and illegal to ask for) and also requested an ID card with our dogs picture which doesn't exist for real service animals. We tried to explain the law under the ADA and that my wife had a disability for which she relied on the aid of her trained dog (a 15 lb extremely mild mannered dog). As the staff did not have enough knowledge of the laws, we asked for a manager, which the staff said there was none available at the time. We attempted to tell the staff that we came on an airplane and we can show the staff his paperwork from the airline which states he is a service animal, which the staff did not understand or would not accept other than the "service dog paper and ID with our dogs face". So we left the restaurant embarrassed and humiliated. Later in the day, we called the restaurant to attempt to speak to a supervisor or manager, which the staff responded there wasn't any. When asked when will this person be available, we were told "we don't know". At this point we just thought it was important to educate them, to avoid this happening to others in the future. My wife was extremely upset and actually wants to file a complaint against the restaurant. At the end of the day, the customer service, lack of management and even basic knowledge of laws in establishments make it seem like this is definitely not a professionally well-run restaurant, with employees that are not knowledgeable in laws nor any managerial staff present for the day (unless they are blatantly lying). We plan to file an official ADA complaint shortly, we hope the staff can be more educated about disabilities and show respect and equality to all patrons of their restaurant. With such blatant disregard of the law, and with no issue humiliating people in their restaurant, I would caution the integrity a place like this puts in their food. read more

My coworker and I decided to order lunch from here. We got the vermicelli plate with bbq pork and eggrolls and tofu springrolls ! I love how they packed the vermicelli plate. It came with all the goodies and great portion size! My coworker also really enjoyed his tofu springrolls with the peanut sauce! I called in my order and it was ready for pickup right away! Definitely recommend this place for lunch if you work in the area! read more

Pho Kitchen - Tofu springrolls - Vietnamese Near Me - San Diego, California

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Phenomenal bowl of pho. The broth is consistently good, the meats are fresh and well-cut bringing excellent mixes of texture and flavor to your bowl. They do not always ask, but if possible, request the flat rice noodles for a small upcharge. (freshly made in-house) If you want leftovers, go with the large size, I am usually able to feed my kid and self, with a bit leftover for a second sitting. At this restaurant, large means large and they are not stingy with meats, noodles, or toppings. Fairly hole-in-the-wall experience with one of the best pho bowls in the county. Good boba drinks, too, but it starts adding up if you grab other stuff off the menu. I go there strictly for the pho, and always leave satisfied and smiling. They open at 11am on weekends, probably my only complaint. 5/5 overall, never disappointed. p.s. don't forget to ask for flat rice noodles! read more

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This is more of a heads-up than a typical review. My credit card number was used fraudulently shortly after eating at your restaurant. That was the only time my card was out of my sight, that I can think of. I'm not asking for compensation, or accusing anyone of anything, but I thought you might like to know so you can keep an eye out. I also noticed similar reports in other reviews, so it may be worth looking into. read more

As a disclaimer, SD area is rlly not known for Vietnamese cuisine. Even 1 hour up north (OC) will have one of the best Vietnamese food capitols of the US. Having come from a Vietnamese background and eaten at all the Vietnamese food capitols of US, I was trying very hard to not compare it to those locations, but rather, take in account the local area of SD. service was rlly good and fast. Plenty of seating on a Friday night. Good job! I got the pho and the spring rolls. It got the fix taken care of. Was it the most flavorful broth? No. Was the meat pretty tender and good? Yes. I've eaten a lot of pho in my life, and so its not exactly fair. I'd give it a 6/10. The spring rolls were fresh, but lacking any substance from the shrimp or the meat. Also 6/10z The sauce was very hoisin based, but i prefer peanut taste dominant sauces. Overall, i still think this is one of the more authentic and better places in the SD area. Kudos to the family and staff for their hard work! because the service was good, i would highly recommend to those who are craving viet food! read more

Pho Kitchen - P2. Pho Dac Biet - Vietnamese Near Me - San Diego, California

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Good food and friendly staff! Came in here on a Saturday around 7:30 and got seated right away. Fun vibes and good atmosphere. Spring rolls made for a great appetizer and my R3 rice plate was delicious. If you're looking for tasty Vietnamese food give this place a try! read more

Pho Kitchen - R3 Com/Bun 3 Proteins (Thit Nuong, Ga, Cha Gio) - Vietnamese Near Me - San Diego, California

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A really nice cozy spot to get some pho. There are definitely plenty of pho options in Mira Mesa but there's a reason I always go to Pho Kitchen. First off, the restaurant is always nice and clean. Parking is ample in the plaza. The staff are always welcoming. Service was quick and the staff were extremely attentive to the wife and I. Ordered the P2, combination pho with filet. Asked for the filet on the side, so they brought it out on its own plate for me to dip into my soup at my own pace. The soup was extremely flavorful, and the portion of the large was very filling. Came on a cold night and left feeling warm and satisfied. Will always occasionally come back to this establishment. read more

Pho Kitchen - P2. Pho Dac Biet - Vietnamese Near Me - San Diego, California

Well Date of Visit : February 26, 2023 and After an day in the Snow I felt it was time for some Delicious Pho and what beats Pho on a Cold day !! So After my friend told me about this Restaurant I had to give it a try !! Well he said it is for sure one of the best pho restaurants in San Diego !! So I had to see for myself !! First of all it is located in the Mecca Mira Mesa !! Where the Aldi Supermarket is same shopping Center and parking is no problem here !! So we came here in the Afternoon and kind of Parked in the front of the restaurant !! As we walked in it was kind of busy but the worker took us to our table and we sat down and looked over the menu and as always I get the Number 1 Extra Large Bowl and Also ordered the beef stew with noodles !! With a side of egg rolls !! Now as I was ready to see how this Pho Restaurant compared to the others here is what I decided !! Time to get down and eat eat eat !!! So I came up to a conclusion as I was eating the pho is huge and good portions !! Lots of noodles in bowl and it tasted so Dang delicious !! And it has to be one of the best Pho Restaurants I have eaten in awhile !! The beef stew was Bomb also highly recommend it !!! Lots of flavor bursting from the bowl !! Now the Egg Rolls were nice and Krispy and it was good too !! So if I happen to crave pho again I shall return and enjoy More !!! Rating : Cleanness: This is a Fairly New Restaurant in Mira Mesa so I Give it 5 out of 5 Stars at least it looked clean !!! Food : So Dang Good Cooked perfectly Large Portions so another 5 out of 5 Stars highly recommend you give it a try !! Selection: 5 out of 5 Stars !! Lots of Soup options and the Menu tells it all !! Parking: 5 out of 5 Stars large Parking lot and there is always a space for you !! Overall: 5 out of 5 Stars and I highly recommend you look no further if you are Craving Pho this is for sure one of the Best Pho Restaurants in San Diego !!! read more

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portions are large, quality is good and food is delicious. Everything you need for a warm quick lunch.

The worst service we've ever had and this may be the last time coming Three employees and an empty restaurant My food came wrong and they argued with me that it was fine. What if I specifically asked for it to be without it because I was allergic? Three employees sitting on the ground on their phones We had to inconvenience them to get waters GET OFF YOUR PHONES!!!! read more

Good decent food. Nice portions. I know that people rave about this place. It's better than most. Generous portion of beef in the pho. The bun looks fantastic. I'm sort of thinking that the broth may not have as much MSG as others. Good prices, too! read more

To start off, this may be a controversial opinion but this has been my favorite pho spot in mira mesa. I really like their pho broth! Their noodles are the perfect chewiness level for me. We also ordered their chicken curry which was random because it's not something you'd typically get from a pho spot. The chicken came out frozen in the inside.. We asked for help on it - going to get it replaced or refunded and they microwaved it and gave it back lol the ambiance is nicer than most pho restaurants too haha. They have nice decor, it's always clean in here. service is fast! read more

Pho Kitchen - P2. Pho Dac Biet - Vietnamese Near Me - San Diego, California

This place is really good. The food is great and I usually get delivery. I have to give it three stars though, because although the food is great, things are not consistent in what I receive with my pho. Sometimes I get everything and sometimes I get barely anything in terms of the toppings. This last time they gave no sprouts, no lime and no paste and chili sauce. They only gave one tiny bag of cilantro and sliced onions. Having the sprouts and all that other stuff is what makes the dish taste great. Without it, I don't want to eat it. When you eat inside you get all that brought to the table with the pho. But when ordering to deliver, it's hit and miss . Also no chopsticks. This isn't a dish you eat with a fork or spoon. So, just disappointing as the little things make a difference in enjoying your meal . read more

I love my Vietnamese food so when I noticed this place was just down the street from me, I had to try it. The menu here is quite different than a typical authentic Viet restaurant... at least for the vermicelli and broken rice options. You pick your protein and the style you want it in.. very different. I can see they're playing with the "build your own bowl" style. Because of this, it was a little pricier than I had expected. I usually get my normal order of thit nuong (bbq pork) with egg rolls vermicelli, but the egg rolls are an extra cost and is considered another "protein" so that costs extra as well. This costed about $12/13. A little more than I'm used to. For the taste, everything was pretty decent. Nothing too special. The egg rolls in particular were pretty THICK... as in the wrapper. It was a little hard to chew through, but my boyfriend enjoyed the crunch it had and didn't get soggy. That is a plus, however I like my egg rolls a little more airy with more substance, not all wrapper. That was a no for me. The thit nuong was ok as well, not a lot of flavor in my opinion. I would rather go down the street to another viet restaurant to be honest. read more

Pho Kitchen - A1. Egg Rolls - Vietnamese Near Me - San Diego, California

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Be careful because the stuff at pho kitchen has worsen. Napa street and Mira Mesa the staff feels entitled and has the guts to harass me on yelp because I only get a little bowl of soup and they expect tip every time or they will harass you or alter your receipt. Here is what I woke up to this morning. A staff harassing me because he doesnt get Pennies for tip over a bowl of soup. Oh yeah he is mad but what a courage, right? I can't believe staff members from any restaurant harassing anyone because they don't get tip when all you're getting is a soup and they don't know your struggles and financial situation. Unbelievable but it's true ladies and gentlemen. read more

Pho Kitchen - Unbelievable and unfortunate to have staff members harassing customers because they don't get Pennies for tip over a bowl of soup. - Vietnamese Near Me - San Diego, California

What a sweet restaurant! I am not feeling great and wanted some vegetarian soup. I haven't been to pho kitchen before but found them on DoorDash. They have a selection of purely vegetarian things including spring rolls, pho that folks on here have said is real vegetarian with vegetarian broth, and noodles. I ordered the vegetarian pho and the spring rolls, and both were very tasty. The spring rolls were very large, two for $7.50. And the Pho Was packed so beautifully! Instead of sending me a container of soup in which everything would have continued to cook. I got one container of broth, one bag of cilantro and onions, one bag with bean sprouts lime peppers and basil, and one container that had the noodles and some sliced squash and brussels sprouts. There is also a little container of what seems like plum sauce that you can add to the vegetarian broth for more flavoring. Overall it is large and I like it a lot. I'm glad to know about this place and look forward to ordering again. It's not the world's biggest vegetarian selection but it's nice to know that these dishes are really vegetarian. read more

Came here because my regular pho spot was closed. The chairs aren't the only thing that was cold. The servers barely acknowledged us. I complimented their soup and got no response. Only a blank stair. As good as it was, I probably won't be back. Maybeeeee for a to go order ‍ oh well. I will take my business elsewhere. read more

I used my credit card at Pho Kitchen (the only place I used today), and I got a couple more transclactions immediately after that. I want the owner/manager to investigate whether their POS machine was tampered or not. read more

This place is great for pho. Broth is really good. Veggies and meat are fresh. After a day out at the beach towards evening when it gets cold... Stopping in here for pho is a great idea. On the menu is every meat available that you'd want with pho. You just order the size bowl you want, and also tell them what meat. Solid place. When you just need a casual, satisfying bowl here near La Jolla... This is a good place. read more

Tasty food, nice service people and atmosphere. Liked this place a lot and will try to come back.