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I was craving wings and my friend wanted pho so we came here bc they had both. I loveeeeeed the wings! It was so crispy and the sauce 100/10 I would come here just for it. Also got some spring rolls which is pretty standard. The shank pho was good too my friend really liked it. Service was quick and friendly. I'm def coming back just for the wings alone
We finally gave this pho spot a try, and it did not disappoint! The pho broth was incredibly flavorful and instantly brought back childhood memories of eating pho in Việt Nam. You can really taste the care and authenticity in every bowl. One of our favorite things is that they offer fresh flat noodles, which are always our go-to and made the pho even better. We also ordered the wings, and they were perfectly crispy and absolutely delicious! The bánh xèo had great flavor as well, though I do wish it had been a bit crispier. Even so, everything we tried was very enjoyable. The staffs were very friendly. I love the interior designs! Overall, we had a wonderful experience and left very satisfied. Great food, authentic flavors, and definitely a place we'll be coming back to again and again!
This is an interesting Vietnamse place with some fusion concepts in some dishes and staying traditional in many others. We had the Saigon Chicken Wings, which does a nice job of using fish sauce in the batter, it's a good mixture of sweet and savory, topped with cilantro and fermented carrots and radish slices. I also had the signature pho with all sorts of different beef cuts and includes bone marrow which is understandably why the price is a lot higher than other traditional pho places. The broth is flavorful and the different beef cuts offered a lot of variety. The brisket and oxtail were some of my favorites. Parking is always an issue as the restaurant is located in the heart of North Park, you may have to walk several blocks to get here. Also, the price in general is more expensive compared to what I'm used to paying for when getting pho.
The ambiance of this place is super cute and modernized. Though the audience is definitely more non-Vietnamese, the food tastes very authentic and delicious with a twist! I brought my old-school Vietnamese parents here and they approved! We ate everything family style and all of us thought everything was so tasty. My personal favorite was the beef stew (banh mi Bo kho) but everyone at the table had a different favorite which says a lot about how good the food was. The waiter/waitresses were nice and helpful as well.
This spot was AMAZING! Located in the heart of North Park. Shank & Bone offers traditional Vietnamese comfort food with a modern twist! We ordered (4) Chicken Phō, (1) Filet Mignon Phō, and (2) orders of Saigon Chicken Wings and egg rolls! The chicken wings were cooked to perfection (extra crispy), but still tender and juicy! Egg rolls were on point (dipping sauce was fire). The broth at Shank & Bone was exceptionally flavorful and rich, with clear hints of star anise, ginger, lime and mint. The filet mignon was tender and cooked perfectly in the piping hot soup. Rice noodles were served with the perfect texture, and the basil and bean sprouts were very fresh. Service was quick and efficient, and the vibe was lively, making for an excellent, authentic Vietnamese dining experience! We will definitely be back for more!
Came for dinner on a Saturday night it was busy but we got in fairly quickly, I tried the banh xeo tacos and they were really good crepes style taco with shrimp & pork filling I enjoyed them since I was looking for a lighter menu option. We also got the pho bowl with brisket & bone marrow it was tasty everything was very good I'll be back to try more items
Worth every penny! Shank & Bone is located in the bustling heart of North Park, San Diego and captures Vietnamese flavors with some modern twists. The prices here are definitely higher than what you would normally pay at your comfort Vietnamese restaurant. I would say about 30-40% more. That said, if you are willing to splurge just a little, it's worth putting your money here. There is plenty of seating with a patio-style area, a bar you can sit at, booth seating, and regular tables and chairs. When we arrived at the host stand we waited a little before someone greeted us, but since it wasn't too busy we were given the option to choose where we wanted to sit. Even though it wasn't packed, there was still a steady flow of people coming in and out. The menu offers classic Vietnamese dishes but also some creative twists. They have a specials menu on a clipboard with items like smoked wagyu picanha pho and a tri-tip & bone banh mi, plus cocktails listed on another page. Even the regular menu has unique items like banh xeo tacos and a pho-rench dip banh mi. Service here was beyond amazing. Water was brought out right away and the staff checked on us frequently, refilled our drinks, and made sure everything was good. They stayed attentive even with new customers constantly coming in. We wanted to try a lot of dishes but didn't want to break the bank on a Thursday night, so we ordered the goi, grilled pork banh mi, and bo luc lac. The goi, which is a shrimp and calamari salad with cabbage, young lotus shoots, pickled carrot, mint, fried shallots, and crushed peanuts, ended up being the standout. At $16 I was initially disappointed by the size and there were maybe four pieces each of shrimp and calamari, but the flavors completely made up for it. The bright fish sauce dressing with fresh mint and crunchy vegetables was exactly what I wanted. The lotus shoots soaked up the dressing perfectly and I cleared the plate wanting more. They also give you extra dressing on the side for dipping, though I honestly didn't feel like it needed it. The grilled pork banh mi surprised me. Instead of slices of grilled pork it came out more like a pork meatloaf. At first I thought it was a shortcut, but it actually worked. The meat still carried that lemongrass grilled pork flavor and stayed moist. I also appreciated the extra side of pickled carrots and daikon since that's my favorite part of a banh mi. At $12 it was definitely the smallest and most expensive banh mi I've ever had, but it was still good. The bo luc lac was solid and on par with other versions I've had. The beef cubes were nicely seared with a charred exterior while staying tender inside. It came with onions, rice, and a platter of vegetables. I personally prefer the version that has more of the gravy-like sauce coating the beef and rice, while this one leaned more on a soy-based dipping sauce. That goi alone makes me want to come back. Everything here feels thoughtfully crafted and the service makes it such an easy and enjoyable place to dine.
Shank and Bone delivers the kind of pho that makes you sit up a little straighter. The broth is the star. Deep. Clear. Built with patience. You taste the hours. Adding oxtail is a brilliant move because it turns the bowl into something richer and more luxurious without losing the clean brightness that makes great pho great. The grilled shrimp over salad with rice noodles was another win. The shrimp had real char, the herbs were fresh, and the whole dish felt balanced and alive. Light but satisfying, the kind of plate you finish without realizing you were halfway through. The dining room leans upscale without feeling stiff. Interesting art on the walls, warm lighting, and those mopeds as statues give the space personality. It feels intentional. It feels fun. Generous portions, great value, and food that shows real technique. Shank and Bone is an easy five stars.
I met up with a friend for dinner who's the biggest pho fan at Shank & Bone. Since it had just started raining, it was perfect to warm up with some soup. I ordered the springs rolls and egg rolls for us to share. The veggie egg rolls were delicious and so were the shrimp and pork spring rolls. The peanut sauce for the springs rolls was perfect. I ordered the filet mignon pho and it was so good and extremely hot. I opted for the rice noodles instead of their house made noodles. My friend mentioned the rice noodles hold up better the next day. I ended up having to take the rest to go but it was the perfect rainy day meal!
No this place is not a steakhouse. No it's not a butcher shop either. I was surprised that this was in fact a Vietnamese spot. Located in North Park, they specialize in pho and also other traditional Vietnamese dish. I came here and ordered the braised caramelized cat fish with rice and sweet/sour prawn soup. This was honestly one of the tastiest fish I've had! Super fresh, fatty, and tender. The meat just melts in your mouth. The prawn soup was also packed with flavor. Each sip just makes you want to come back and take another sip. Overall, it was a very comforting meal and reflects traditional Vietnamese cuisine. The ambiance is also quite vibrant and modernized. There is both indoor and outdoor seating. The servers were very attentive and came to check up on me multiple times. Unfortunately given that this place is at North Park, parking is near impossible. It's probably better to park in one of the nearby residential street and just walk over.
The food was really good here, I got the Pork Bun Bowl with an egg roll and it was delicious! It was a bit too much for me to eat in that one sitting so I took it home and was glad that when I ate it the next day, the vermicelli rice noodles didn't get super soggy. My friend got the beef stew and the broth was super rich and flavorful. There were a couple people inside and a large party so service got a bit backed up, but they were super helpful when we were able to flag them down. I'm really interested in trying some of their other dishes next time I'm in the area!
Shank & Bone is the restaurant that feels like it's made by the new generation for the new generation, but still rooted in traditional flavors. Considering you have the more OG pho spots nearby in City Heights, S&B brings a more inviting and modern ambiance. The Beef Carpaccio was a really good starter. I love the dipping sauce and having a bite with the meat/watercress was excellent. I got the Signature Pho S&B which basically comes with the most amount and variety of meat. This was the first time that I've had broth brought and poured tableside which I found to be interesting. But I will say the the flavors of the broth were definitely good. Comforting and delicious. Aside from the typical cuts of meat, the oxtail was standout and very easy to eat. The bone marrow was lacking in that the bone was only half-filled with marrow. Between the upcharge in price for these other more 'premium' meats, I definitely don't think it's worth it and I would just stick a Pho Tai or Pho Filet Mignon.
We absolutely love this place especially their bone marrow sandwich. The servers are very attentive and the ambience is relaxing, with R&B music and a fun vibe. A nice place to come with friends, on a date or sit solo and people watch. There are parking structures nearby or street parking. read more
traditional vietnamese food with a twist in a modern, colorful setting. i've been here twice and i'm a fan! the food is delicious, the ambiance pays homage to the motherland and the service is top-tier. -phở Khô dry phở - a new take on a beloved classic. it reminds me of hu tieu where the a side of broth accompanies the bowl of noodles. you can choose to sip the broth while eating the noodles or add the broth to the noodles to loosen it up a little. -Bánh Xèo Tacos mini banh xeo, which is like a savory turmeric crepe. -Bánh Hỏi Chạo Tôm one of my all time favorite viet dishes. it's woven criss-cross vermicelli noodles with sugarcane shrimp, a side of veggies and that notorious fish sauce. read more
1 year ago
Good not the best, and definitely on the pricier side. They decorated very cute and I loved the hanging red envelopes for lunar new year! We ordered the oxtail pho, I was surprised at how much oxtail we received! It made the price a little more justifiable, but I wouldn't go out of my way to eat here for it. The Saigon chicken wings were so crispy and flavorful. The smell was definitely stronger than the taste, but it was still delicious. The spring roll rice paper wrapper ripped apart on the way home. There doesn't really seem to be communication between the staff. We ordered the same pho but one flat noodle and one regular noodle. I'm assuming the server who brought out our pho didn't know there were different noodles ordered for each and we didn't think to ask which bowl was which since they were just handed to us. We ended up getting each other's bowl but didn't notice until after we put the toppings in. Not a huge deal, but definitely a small miscommunication between everyone (including us for not verifying). Additionally, when we were ordering in the beginning I had mentioned I wanted some spring rolls to go and on a separate check. When it came time to pay, everything was all on one check and the server seemed taken back that I asked for the spring rolls to be on a separate check. Again, not a big deal, but definitely made a difference in our experience. read more
1 year ago
My order was the tofu pho with beef broth: 10/10 This place serves up your pho without the broth just before they walk over with a metal carafe that has your broth of choice. Their broth is steaming hot and packed with flavor! The flavor from the beef broth, along with the heap of veggies and meat, made this one of my favorite pho spots in town. The portion is generous here! read more
As an avid lover of Vietnamese food, my expectations for Shank & Bone were high. I went on a week day during lunch time and although it was busy, I liked the big open space and multiple seating options that they had, and quickly found a seat. They had a special of a brisket bahn mi sandwich with a bone marrow with chimichurri, and I devoured everything and left no crumbs. It was delicious. I'll try the pho next time because I was so full that I didn't get to try it. But everything was really good and I'm excited to come back! read more
4 months ago
I got the shrimp thing with lettuce wrap and vermicelli. It was a traditional Vietnamese dish, but maybe it just wasn't for me. The shrimp thing tasted spongey like fish cake. I'm not complaining about the food because I realized I got a dish I didn't know anything about. But even so, there was not enough lettuce to make lettuce wraps for all the food on my plate. Also, I feel that the pho bowls are a bit overpriced but I understand it's in a popular area in north park. read more
6 months ago
the pho here was good but tbh the drinks are better. the cocktails are so unique. we loved the espresso martini read more
2 years ago
This was my niece's pick. They love it and it is close to her apartment. No reservation taken, so we were fortunate to arrive just before the rush. Seating is tight with tables very close to one another. Being from NY, we are lucky to have many Pho restaurant options. The food here was middle of the road with the best exception of my catfish dish. The spring rolls with shrimp were just ok but the dipping sauce elevated it. 5 in our party, no alcohol. One starter, the chicken wings was a hit at the table. $250 read more
Shank & Bone is serving up some delicious Vietnamese cuisine in the North Park area! To get here, there is street parking all around the area. Wifey and I came for lunch right when they opened and were seated immediately upon arrival. Inside, they have some amazing Vietnamese inspired decor and a spacious setup consisting of about 12-15 tables. As for their menu, they have an awesome selection of appetizers, pho, banh mi, rice, vermicelli, and speciality dishes to choose from. We opted to try the Banh Xeo Tacos, Brisket & Bone Marrow Banh Mi, and the Signature Pho. Everything we had was absolutely delicious with generous portion sizes and elevated yet authentic flavors. Overall, we thoroughly enjoyed our dining experience here. All of the staff are very friendly, welcoming, and attentive. We will definitely be back for another delicious meal next time we are in the area. Shank & Bone is Viet gang approved! read more
Vibrant spot with fun interior decor, pho broth is missing depth This is honestly a really fun spot to have a bite with friends. The interior is bold and modern, and has lots of interesting decor pieces (hello, motorcycle??). I appreciate that the the food is on the more classic side, which helps keeps things familiar and comforting I was really excited to try the signature pho, which included highlights like bone marrow, and oxtail - super unique touches! Broth was poured table side for great presentation points. Meat was generous. But honestly, the broth, which makes or breaks a pho, was a slight let down. It's flavour was not rich enough against all the wonderful meats. For something to be called a signature dish, and to have its cooking time flaunted, I expected more read more
Came here on a weekend night and it was really busy - we were told it would be about a 20 min wait but we were called back pretty quickly. I got Banh Hoi Chao Tom off of the specialty menu (fried shrimp paste with fine vermicelli noodles). The portion is pretty big - 3 big pieces of the shrimp paste. It came with 2 big pieces of lettuce but I personally like to wrap it with more lettuce so I quickly ran out. All the item ran on the sweeter side (both the shrimp paste and the dipping sauce); I personally prefer more salty or spicy so the sweetness got a little heavy for me. read more
6 months ago
I'm embarrassed to say that I've lived in San Diego for almost a decade and have never checked this place out until yesterday. I am so sad. I've missed out on years of delicious broth! I am writing this review while eating my leftovers from yesterday. This has to be the tastiest broth I have ever had in my entire life to the point that I need to make this a regular spot. I had some food beforehand, so I wasn't as hungry as I would've normally been, but had my stomach not been partially full I would've devoured everything in one sitting. I ordered the Shank and bone-which does not come with noodles, but you can order a side of them to add to your dish. My friend had the noodles. I just had the broth and meat and it was so delicious. I highly recommend you go there. You cannot make reservations that I know of but the wait time wasn't too bad on a weeknight - and parking wise there's a parking garage across the street that's usually not badly priced -I think like five bucks most days. read more
5 months ago
It was alright but we didn't really feel it lived up to the hype. We were two people and arrived around 6 on a Thursday - the hostess was nice and said 15-20 minutes, and that was accurate. Not a bad wait and they will call you on the phone when your table is ready. Our first dish, the seafood salad came really quickly. It was pretty good - the flavors were nice, but nothing to write home about and the calamari and shrimp portions were small. The rest of our food took a pretty long time to come but I know they were very busy. The caramelized catfish special had a great sauce, but it came with two small pieces of fish and one was mostly bones. We also had the chicken pho - it was a good portion, but the broth was really bland and missing the aromatic flavors that pho typically has. It was ok overall but I don't think I'd go back. read more
My favorite pho spot in North Park, it's walking distant. It's a bit pricer because of the location, it's worth it. The interior is clean and they have an awesome obey type painting on the wall. Bar seating, with some beer selection, regular tables and a couple outside. The service there is fast and all the server are nice. I usually order Pho Tai or Pho Brisket, the broth is flavorful. The server will pour the broth inside the bowl. Appetizer I tried the Banh xeo tacos which is okay. I highly recommend the pho and the service is pretty amazing. read more
1 year ago
We arrived and stood at the host podium for about 5 minutes until someone greeted us and told us to go to the 2nd table out in patio because we have a dog with us. We searched specifically for restaurants that allows dogs and have outdoor dining so it worked for us. The staffs were very attentive and checked on us a few times. 3-4 different servers came by to take our orders and we had to repeatedly tell them we already ordered. I did keep 1 menu to look back at so perhaps that's the reason. They didn't offer any treats or water for my dog but we brought our own. I ordered pork and shrimps spring rolls. They were big and fat! I loved it! The sauce were perfect. Savory and sweet with a hint of peanut. Next I ordered beef ribs combination pho. It came with a small cut of bone marrow but no meatballs to my disappointment for $26 I think. It was neat that the server brought us dry bowl of pho and then poured the broth into the bowl. Nice touch! My husband ordered the all in vermicelli noodles dish. It was good but I was not too crazy about the pork meat loaf. They tasted synthetic like a pork or beef version of spam. There were 3 pieces of grilled shrimps which were delicious. Our bills came out to about $65 plus tips. It was a nice experience. Parking is a pain. We circled around 3 blocks about 3-4 times until we finally saw someone leaving. Of course you can pay for parking but it's $17 per hour with 2 hours minimum. We parked and did a short walk. Restaurant was facing the street but it was a nice evening and peaceful. I would go back for their spring rolls. Thank you Shank & Bone's staff! read more
7 months ago
If you're looking for truly authentic Vietnamese food in San Diego, Shank & Bone is it. As a Vietnamese American, San Diego born and raised, I don't say this lightly. The spare rib pho is a must. The Cá Thố and Canh Chua honestly taste better than my mom's cooking. Beyond the food, the space features an actual Shepard Fairey mural and Vietnamese art that makes the place feel alive, not trendy. There's real energy here. The restaurant honors the past without being stuck in it. It reminds you that Vietnamese culture is beautiful, something we want to share, and build from together. This is a spot I'll keep coming back to and bringing people to every time I'm in San Diego. read more
Decent spot in a popular area. Stopped by around 8:00 pm on a Sunday night and the place was busy. We sat at the bar and had a couple bowls of pho with the classic pork & shrimp spring rolls. The spring rolls did not have much flavor to them except for the peanut dipping sauce. I'm also not really a big fan of the cold serving temperature in general as well. The pho was filling and the broth was on the sweeter side. The thicker, flat noodles are preferred if you're not trying to watch your gluten! Not a bad a place to try if you're looking for a satisfying bowl of pho. read more
2 years ago
I've heard so many good things about Shank & Bone I had to come and try it. First impression, the restaurant is really nice inside and out (great location also). The service was also a solid 10/10, they kept checking up on us while also answering any questions we had. As for the food, the Pho broth wasn't really great, and I still tasted the starchiness from the noodles being cooked in my broth. I don't add any sricha or hoisin sauce to my bowl, as I like to let the broth flavor shine on it's own. I did like the Ban Xeo Tacos though, very unique and delicious. Overall though I would say I was disappointed but really want this restaurant to succeed as I love Vietnamese food. Hopefully they can make improvements to the Pho quality. Would i go again? Probably not. read more
10 months ago
My friends rave about Shank & Bone as I've gone with them for a few times. Maybe it's the selection I chose or maybe it's the overall experience, but my feelings are always mixed whenever I do dine here. On my recent visit, I had a hair in my bowl of pho. I did wait around to see if any staff would check in, but to no avail did they come around until we flagged for the check. They were really respectful about it, but I wish the service could have been better! As for the food, our Banh Xeo tacos were tasty and held up well with lots of filling. Due to the batter of banh xeo in general, the shell part gets soggy extremely fast if not eaten right away. The thai tea we ordered was a nice balance of sweetness but more on the watery side. Their pho broth being poured once served is a nice touch! My cuts of brisket in my pho were tender. Overall, I do like the uniqueness of Shank & Bone and do believe they deliver higher quality ingredients, but I find the service and attentiveness at my local favorite pho restaurants better. Had it been more sanitary, I would dine again! read more
6 months ago
I would give this place a solid 3.5. I got a bahn mi and my mans got the wings and the spring rolls. I feel like all the food was lacking a bit of authentic taste and flavor but it was alright. Bahn mi was pretty good and I got the one with pho broth to dip in. Had a mango strawberry juice as well and it was delicious, tasted like real juice and not too sweet. The service was okay, they weren't super friendly or warm but got the job done. read more
A modern fusion Vietnamese spot and they do it well! We came on a weekday holiday around 12:30 pm and it wasn't too busy. A large spacious open air interior with lots of tables. We ordered the banh xeo tacos and pho-rench dip banh mi and I surprisingly enjoyed both! The banh xeo tacos were nicely flavorful, filled with fresh ingredients, and the shell was lightly crispy. I do wish the shell was thicker and crispier as the fillings were heavy and everything fell apart so it was messy to eat. The side of lettuce and pickled veggies was nice and the fish sauce wasn't too strong or sour. The pho-rench dip banh mi was my favorite dish as all the flavors went well together and tasted like authentic Viet flavors. The meat was savory, juicy and plentiful. The baguette bread was good and crispy and the pho broth was hearty and enhanced the sandwich flavors when dipped. The two of us shared the two dishes and were stuffed. read more
1 month ago
1 year ago
My family and I went on a trip to SD and tried this "authentic" pho spot. Filet Mignon pho: 3/5 The broth was on the bland side. The noodles were a decent texture. The filet slices were nice and soft. I'm from OC and Phoholic has set my standards high for authentic pho so this didn't hit the criteria for me. Service: 4/5 The service was decent. We were seated quickly and greeted nicely. However, I wish they would check up on us more. I did like the concept of pouring the broth out of canisters so it's nice and hot. Ambiance: 2/5 The restrooms were dirty! Toilet paper everywhere on the floor. Though the interior was modern. We were seated at a table with a caution sign right behind one of our seated when we were seated. Despite the floor being dry. We had to move it back and forth when we went to the restroom and it was an inconvenience. Overall: The pho here is not authentic, coming from someone who's Vietnamese. If you're looking for real pho go to OC. read more
1 year ago
A Vietnamese Culinary Gem in North Park! Highly recommend their signature Bone Marrow Phở，The broth is rich and deeply flavorful, with the melted marrow adding a luxurious depth. Paired with wide rice noodles and fresh herbs, it's absolutely soul-satisfying! The restaurant features a modern industrial vibe with retro touches, creating a relaxed atmosphere perfect for casual hangouts with friends. We visited on a weekend evening--it was quite busy, and we waited about 30 minutes, so I'd recommend arriving early or visiting on a weekday. If you love creative Vietnamese cuisine, this is a must-visit spot in San Diego！Generous portions, authentic flavors, and yes--the bones are so good to gnaw on! read more
7 months ago
I always get their signature Pho. I've been here a couple of times. Food is always great with mixed review on service, overall good experience. read more
4 months ago
9 months ago
Cute and fun ambiance, indoor and outdoor seating available. TVs inside always mystify me as they take away from charm, but no big deal. Service is nice and helpful, and each person we dealt with pleasant and sweet. Great beers on draft! We got the wings, delicious, huge, very sweet and crunchy. Big appetizer and tasty, but very messy! The side broth, absolutely delicious, great depth of flavor, and lots to it, cannot wait to come back for a big bowl of pho. We got the bun bowl with shrimp and grilled pork, this was the favorite, pork was juicy and plentiful, shrimp perfectly done, bun bowl was nice and big, the noc Cham, a little mild and light on lime but still very good. Veggies were fresh and crunchy, super good. Can you get cheaper pho and options elsewhere, yes obviously, will it be as good? No!!! So annoying to me that people are always like "you can get it cheaper" of course you can, so just go somewhere cheaper and stop complaining about the great food served here! Quality is not cheap, and this is high quality protein, and veggies with a broth that takes time! Can't wait to come back soon!!!! Delicious!!! read more
2 years ago
I was so excited to try this place! I came here not for the shank for specifically for the Banh Xeo. I've been looking everywhere for this! If you don't know what Banh is; it is a Vietnamese crepe with bean sprouts, shrimp, chicken and veggies and it's delicious. However my tacos fell very short of what I am used to.. We ordered the Gio Cuon or (spring rolls), the Bahn Xeo Tacos (Vietnamese crepes), the Pho Duoi Bo Oxtail (Oxtail Oho) and Thai tea. First, the tea was and freshly made in house. The spring rolls were good, very fresh. The Bahn Xeo fell short for me, it didn't have a lot of flavor in the crepe itself and the sauce they gave on the side which is usually a vinegar was just a watered down sweet and sour sauce.. I also had to ask for a side of white rice with them, which is how you would traditionally eat Bahn Xeo. The Duoi Bo Oxtail was a good pho, a good breath and the meat was cooked perfectly but the ingredients are brought out in a bowl at what I can assume is room temperature and then come back with a kettle of the breath and pour it on top. This is totally not necessary because the pho was luke warm within 10 minutes which sucks for people who eat slow. The restaurant was beautiful inside but the service could have been better and the staff really acted like anything I asked for was a bother :/ Bottom line is there is better pho out there. I would skip this place if you're looking for pho. read more
Dinner for last night in SD! I'm a sucker for bone marrow, oxtail and short rib soup. Place didn't disappoint. We got there little over 5 and thy still had happy hour going. Special for happy hour was the shank and bone soup! No noodles came with it which I'm fine with as I'm not much a noodle person, im a broth gal with a side of rice and I'm good. Not knowing how huge this thing was going to be I ordered a side of oxtails to throw in it. The soup bone was huge! It came with two giant big beef bones with marrow inside the bone. It also had some beef, cartilage around the bone few pieces of beef. Meat was so tender including the cartridge around it. They give you a knife to carve off the meat and cartilage. Broth was good with a hit of sweetness which don't care for, ibut nothing lemon can't fix as like my soup little tangy. Side of oxtail came with 4 thin slices which is just as tender and yummy broth is minimal so don't expect a cup of it. Didn't bother to as for more broth as I dumped it in my shank bowl. My co workers got the signature pho soup! It came with the typical topping on the side, lemon, jalapeño, sprout and lemon. The thing that was different was the pour the broth at the table. Not sure if you can ask for more broth if need! Overall is cute open air place service was good and it hit the spot. read more
4 months ago
Really amazing vietnamese food. The pho broth is delicious and they give a massive portion of noodles if you get pho. The Bun veggies were so fresh and the sauce is so yum! Will definitely be going back. Thai tea is also super good read more
On my previous visit I tried the banh xeo tacos, the catfish special and the chicken wings, all of which were delicious. On my recent visit we tried the signature pho and the works bun bowl. Both classic dishes were great. The decor is modern and hip. Most of the staff is very nice, however, there was one unpleasant staff member on our last visit. I live next to City Heights Little Saigon so this restaurant is definitely a splurge compared to my normal spots, but the food is definitely well made and tasty. read more
Service was great, food was good. Ambiance was kinda loud, North park vibes, I like it rather than being too quiet. I have had better pho but the pho here was good. I like that they pour the soup once it gets to the table, that way no fingers are in your bowl of soup LOL We got the signature pho and it had a lot of different meats in it, so it was filling. Banh xeo tacos were a nice concept, I wish it was more crunchy though, a bit too soft. The Goi, supposed to be shrimp and calamari salad but I didn't see any calamari in there but at least it tastes good an authentic. Grilled scallops were good also, I can eat a bunch of these! read more
2 months ago
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2930 University Ave
San Diego, CA 92104
North Park
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Are they dog friendly?
Yes, I take my dog there all the time and sit in their outdoor area, which is heated at night.
Are the Ban Xeo tacos gluten free? What are they made of?
No they’re not gluten free. The shell is a mixture of rice flour and wheat flour, turmeric, and coconut. Please look for the gluten free symbols on our menus beside the items that are gluten free.
Do they deliver?
I am not too sure if they do. I believe that have to-go and I think they Uber eats.
Is outdoor dining available yet?
Yes, I saw customers eating at their outdoor dining area yesterday 8/16/20.
Are you open for takeout during COVID?
We’re currently closed, until further notice. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for updates. Thanks!
Is this place pet friendly?
There's outside seating where you can seat with your pet
For those of you who are pho enthusiasts, how does this compare to lets say... Pho Hoa in city heights?
Overall the quality is similar. Pho Hoa's broth has more flavor as it is cooked longer and their noodles have more substance to them. S&B is still working out the kinks in their kitchen since the two families, neither of which have operated a Pho…
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Shank & Bone - vietnamese - Updated August 2026
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