5 to Try: Pho

Updated: December 29, 2008

With steaming clear broth and tender noodles, Vietnamese pho soup is the ultimate Asian Comfort food. Here are five of our favorite spots to find it in San Diego.

5 to Try: Pho in San Diego

  1. 1 2.5 Star Rating: Below Average Pho Hoacali Express Ii Inc
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    16425 Bernardo Center Dr, San Diego, CA 92128 (map)

  2. 2 3 Star Rating: Average Saigon Restaurant
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    4455 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92115 (map)

    Fast, casual feast of traditional Chinese and Vietnamese dishes, including traditional Pho noodle soups.

  3. 3 4 Star Rating: Recommended Pho Vinh Vietnamese Noodle Hse
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    349 Broadway, Chula Vista, CA 91910 (map)

    Hot, quick, and cheap bowls of noodles or rice draw crowds to Chula Vista's pho shop.

  4. 4 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Pho Ca Dao
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    5223 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92115 (map)

    Local favorite offers an extensive selection of pho (beef noodle soup) and other Vietnamese delicacies.

  5. 5 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Pho T Cali Restaurant
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    7351 Clairemont Mesa Blvd, San Diego, CA 92111 (map)

    Hard to find, but worth the effort, Pho T Cali does Pho the traditional way: Tripe, Brisket, salty, savory broth, peppers, noodles and all the spices.