Loved it. Everything was how it was back in the days in San Francisco when Vietnamese food was introduced to us. I had the combination pho and combination ban mi sandwich. The proportion of meats in both were just right. The bread for the sandwich was super soft, light, and airy, and still the crust was crunchy. I am planning to go back to try some more dishes, but not until I have these two again. Maybe I'll just order a few dishes and take home what I cannot finish. read more

Pho Golden - Combination Pho - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Food 4/5 Solid food here if you're craving some Vietnamese food. The pho broth tastes familiar and they prob use the same msg but I like it. The medium size bowl is a definitely on the smaller side and won't be enough to share. We also order the banh cuon and it was good! Not lotta viet places have this dish so we were happy to find a place nearby. Service 4/5 We came on a Sunday afternoon around 3 and there wasn't anyone else in the restaurant. Standard service and nothing special. Ambiance 4/5 A pho place that's not in the best neighborhood. Easy to find street parking on a Sunday afternoon. The viet uncles and aunties were speaking very loudly in the restaurant, which some people may find disturbing. read more

Pho Golden - 66. Bánh Cuốn - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Food here is pretty legit. Mini shrimp cakes were a delight, super crispy, even when I stuffed the last one in my mouth at the end of our meal, and all the herbs were nice and fresh. Our server didn't take any notes and got everything perfect even though we asked for substitution/changes to each of our three items... will never know how they do that. So impressive. I know a seafood noodle soup probably isn't their primary specialty, but actually, I really enjoyed the clear, light broth, and all of the fish balls, fish, cakes, and seafood in the soup. I also appreciated the various veggies thrown in. The only issue was the rice noodles, which we're overly soft from the get-go and didn't have the texture I was looking for. But I would come back for other items on the menu! read more

Pho Golden - Seafood noodle soup - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Good neighborhood mom and pop Vietnamese pho place. Tasty broth but large size bowls a little smaller than I am used to at most pho places. Went around 6:30 on a Friday and plenty of seating, plus quick service. read more

Seated right away for weekday lunch. The restaurant is right in front of the bus stop, solid option in the excelsior district. Medium pho is $16.50 and large is $18. Plenty of variety, from vermicelli noodle, banh mi, rice plates, and appetizer. There's also special soup like Bun Rieu and wonton soup. The noodles had great chew, it was not stuck together! Plenty of meat in the bowl too. The soup was hot, had good flavor, not too sweet, just right. The restaurant has good space, can be slightly cleaner, but overall, plenty of variety items with delicious items. read more

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When something is delicious as Pho Golden is discovered in San Francisco, it absolutely must be shared with all of you! If you are craving Pho, this absolutely should be on your list of places that are a must try. Service is top-tier, and what I really love about this is that they have call buttons at the table so you don't have to worry about flagging down someone. Push a button and voilà! This makes ordering super easy inconvenient, and it also just creates such a comfortable dining experience. Everything is made in house, including their soda. Which by the way is absolutely delicious! My pho was scrumptious. The broth was rich in flavor and it definitely is one of those can't get enough of this deliciousness. The portions are very generous, and I love the fact that everything is super fresh. The meat, the veggies, the bean sprouts on the side, and it all comes together to make a wonderful meal. The meat is lightly seasoned and very tender, and I love how it absorbed the flavor of the broth. The hearty vegetables as I mentioned are fresh and they make you feel like you're just treating your body to something that's absolutely amazing. This is exactly how pho should be served. read more

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All the pho noodles are broken and shredded. I wonder why. I haven't even taken a bite yet read more

Pho Golden - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

The owners and servers are really kind and attendant. I ordered the medium combo pho and my friend got the #53 rice plate which was massive. Both were delicious and better than Pho 2000 in SF. Definitely a hole in the wall spot and is a local favorite. Would come back if ever in the area. read more

Pho Golden - Combo medium 31. Phở Đặc Biệt - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Decent Vietnamese food for this area, more considering how far other Viet spots are. The pho, bun rieu, bun bo hue hit the spot when have the cravings. Go here when comparatively similar distances. A plus is they have limited a la carte entrees like at regular restaurants. That is, could dine here family-style. The catfish claypot, for example, is one such item, though a bit on the sweet side. Same with their canh chua (Viet style sour soup). Just glad they carry these items often to have the option. The place is never packed as half of orders are from delivery apps. The tables turnover is also high as people eat and leave pretty quickly. Service is friendly and helpful if have questions or need suggestions. Note parking in the area is tough even with multiple metered spaces on both sides of the street. This is due to the multiple eateries and cafes and bars for blocks. read more

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The pho noodle broth is very very good. The beef noodle broth has a strong umami taste without it tasting oily or fat. Generous portions of meat and tendon. The meat slices feel thicker than most other pho restaurants. Fast and accommodating service. Lower your expectations for the ambiance as it feels very much like 1970's Vietnamese decor. The bathroom also is a bit, well, you can guess. Vegetarian noodles is very garlicky in a good way. Also very generous portions Spring rolls is good but if you don't like strong basil flavor you may want to pass. Would come again! read more

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I'm done hidin', now I'm shinin' like I'm born to be..: gonna be gonna be golden". Just like Rumi from kpop demons hunters I'm done hiding my favorite Vietnamese restraint in sf. Pho Golden isn't in the greatest area where you're going to have to look for street parking because of the Saja Boys with their soda pop.. Every time I visit Pho Golden it's never busy so we've never had to wait to be seated. its so dead that when I close my eyes and imagine the restraunt I always see tumble weeds rolling around inside which is unfortunate because this place is absolutely great. I really enjoy the food here because it's authentic, it's budget friendly, and really fresh. The food comes out fast and the portions are huge. The pho is pretty good as the broth is very fragrant with a lot of flavor. they even sell Banh Xeo thats extra crispy on the outside and a little too over filled with bean sprouts in the middle. They tend to not put a lot of lettuce, and one time we tried asking for more they said no. However, my most recent visit we asked for an extra side of lettuce. they ended up saying yes and giving us more. Overall I've always had good experiences here and this is what it sounds like. read more

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The pho is so good I forgot to take a picture! I ordered number 32: a solid beef combo. The beef meatballs and brisket were really good. I loved how flavorful the broth was too. Service was super quick for a Sunday night. I ordered a large bowl and it was quite a portion. I'd definitely make my way back here! read more

Pho Golden - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

The restaurant I usually go-to down the block was closed. Luckily Pho Golden was open. The E4 crispy egg noodle w/seafood $19 was smaller from when they first opened. Don't expect water refills as the waiter will disappear behind the cashier counter doom scrolling on his phone. With the smaller size, I was still hungry when I left. The realization is a sinking feeling when that happens. I had to go to Taco Bell to rectify that feeling. read more

Love love love the two that work here. Them alone make the 4-5 star rating. Kind, friendly, quick, customer centered. They have a good selection and everything is tasty. Some of my favorites: 66, 69, 45, 2, read more

Pho Golden - Inside - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

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I've been searching for a good Vietnamese spot for delivery on those lazy days, and I think I finally found the place! My husband and I ordered the banh khot, Pho Tai Chin (steak and brisket pho), and the combination #1 rice plate (pork, fried egg, egg rolls, fried chicken, and rice). The food arrived hot and well-packed, and everything was full of flavor. The banh khot wasn't as crispy as I'd like, but that's to be expected with having it delivery - a quick pop in the air fryer and it came out perfectly golden and crunchy. The pho was really good too - savory , tender brisket and steak slices, and plenty of fresh herbs and toppings on the side.The combination rice plate might've been my fav - so much variety on one plate, and each item tasted great on its own. The pork was juicy, the fried chicken had a nice crunch, the egg rolls were flavorful, and the fried egg tied everything together. They also did not skimp on the meat, which I really appreciate. Overall I loved being able to get this delivered but I can only imagine how much better it will be when I come in to eat it fresh. Definitely a spot I'll be ordering from again! read more

Pho Golden - 71. Banh Khot - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Pho Golden hits the spot! The street parking requires a bit of a hunt but not impossible. I was greeted immediately as soon as I entered. The inside is what I'd expect from a family run pho restaurant (you know it's gonna be good!!). I got the large pho dac biet. Portions were generous and it was delicious! (Note: $15 order or above for credit cards). Super glad I found this spot. Will be back again for more pho if I'm ever in the area again. read more

Pho Golden - 31. Pho Dac Biet - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Hands down the best pho I've had in a long time since moving to CA. Little home in the wall spot out of the big city (the area isn't the greatest lol) but the service was friendly, the broth was to die for and the portions were amazing! If you need a good bowl of pho go here!! read more

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so delicious! we got the banh xeo, banh canh, and bun bo hue. banh xeo was so crispy, yummy, and light. Banh canh was so hearty and full and bun bo hue was also good we had leftovers and I had to take them home and make a second dinner later and it was still so good owners were super nice too!! will totally come back read more

Pho Golden - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

If you're craving authentic Vietnamese food, this place is a must-try! The Bún Bò Huế was rich, flavorful, and perfectly balanced, the broth had great depth without being too heavy. The Bánh Khọt was crispy on the outside, soft inside, and served fresh, absolutely delicious! The prices are very affordable for the quality and portion sizes you get. On top of that, the service was friendly, welcoming, and impressively quick. The staff made me feel comfortable and checked in just the right amount. Great food quality, great value, and great service, we'll definitely be coming back! read more

Pho Golden - 45. Bûn Bò Hué / 辣牛肉湯麵 - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Let me start by saying that I love the food from Pho Garden and have been going for years, it's fresh and delicious. This time around I used Uber. The last two times I ordered, the food was not ready, there were a total of 6 people who tried to pick it up. After an hour I cancelled the order. If they couldn't fulfill the order, why not let me know. I finally contacted Uber for a full refund. Won't ever go back !!!! read more

Oh, they switched out Vietnamese cafes here. It used to be called An Chi, and I remember ordering greasy dumplings called Banh Khot Thit Nuong, which I remember were described as veggie mini-pancakes with BBQ pork. I wasn't a fan, but now it's more clearly a pho house. Smart move if you ask me because who doesn't like noodles and beef? Besides, I like supporting local businesses in the Excelsior because they don't get the love the Mission does. Having walked from the Mission, I was feeling quite peckish, so I ordered the $16.50 Large Pho Tai Chin, a big bowl of beef noodle soup with sliced steak and brisket. The meat slices were hearty, I took full advantage of the requisite trinity of basil leaves, bean sprouts, and sliced jalapeño to give the soup depth in flavor (Photo 10). The combination worked quite well together, and I was slurping until the cows came home. Pretty tasty and no dumplings in sight. FOOD - 4 stars...beef pho that satisfies, decent broth AMBIANCE - 3.5 stars...spacious though on the sparse side SERVICE - 3.5 stars...quiet and unobtrusive TOTAL - 4 stars...good that they focus on the pho RELATED - Exploring the Outer Mission? Here's a collection of places l've visited and reviewed: http:// bit.ly/37B1acE read more

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Solid lunch spot. I live nearby so it's a good option. I wouldn't go out of my way to eat here, it's pretty standard Vietnamese. No wait on a Tuesday at lunchtime. They serve a pandan tea that is really tasty and lightly sweet. * Seafood crepe - 3 stars. Nice crisp, but shrimp didn't seem the most fresh. * Beef pho - 4 stars. read more

Pho Golden - Seafood crepe - 3.5 stars. Nice crisp but shrimp didn't taste the most fresh. Tue lunch 2025-04-29 - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Back to give them five stars again! Such a sweet, family run place and they are always so kind and accommodating. The grilled pork bowl is phenomenal! read more

First of, I've been coming all week have been ordering the same dish. #35 pho with brisket and beef balls medium. The food has always been good. It's pouring outside today and I decided to get a large#35. The bowl came out to be the same size and when I was paying the cashier told me that the size they gave me was a large, so I proceeded to ask to see what a regular size bowl looked like for a comparison, he just persisted that mine was a large bowl and proceeded to to charge me for the large bowl and kept apologizing unable to show me what a regular size bowl looks like. I take photos of all the food I eat and the bowl size are definitely the same. Sound dumb for arguing over $1.50 but just give me what I paid for.... They were just arguing the entire time I was there out loud and a bowl of pho took 15 mins to arrive. I don't mind paying for what I ordered, but I refuse to be lied to. This will definitely be my last time here. read more

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My son had an event at the cow palace today . We picked up some banh mi for lunch and decided on Pho Garden due to its location near the venue and menu. Wow, this place doesn't disappoint and the banh mis were delish. read more

I was surprised to see a new place taking over An Chi and having such high ratings. 4.4 stars in these streets is really good so I had to try. I ordered over the phone and was told 15 minutes. They also take card, the lady was nice. Upon opening the goods, I was surprised at the portion they gave. Don't be deterred by the price because they make up for it in portion size! I was pretty surprised to how filled the box was. Everything smelled so good. Garlic noodles with grilled beef - So I did not expect grilled beef to be beef rolls. At first I was opposed to it but then I bit into it and it was so good. I can't tell what was rolled in it but it tasted like lemongrass. Totally different than other places but I'm all for it! The garlic noodles didn't taste garlicky or buttery so could have been better. Vermicelli with pork and egg roll- Standard stuff but they give a bigger eggroll than other places. The meat was also cooked well. The only thing for me is that the fish sauce is spicy. I wish they didn't make it spicy. Banh hoi chao tom, nem nuong, bo cuon hang - I had no idea what this was when I ordered it other than, it has a variety of things. I'd say if you like a variety, this is the one to get. It had the beef rolls, shrimp with sugarcane (this tasted like the fried shrimps at dim sum), and sausage. This was definitely good for 2 meals! I saw that they also have catering and after this experience, I'm definitely going to remember them the next time I have a potluck. Definitely give this place a try when in the area! read more

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Came for lunch on a Friday. It was mostly empty. Service was quietly friendly. We got beef pho (great broth!) and the meats were really tasty and spring rolls (the peanut sauce was warm and super satisfying). Really liked the food. Want to come back and try the grilled pork! read more

Edited my original post from last year since was taken down: If you stumble here, parking is slightly difficult, but is better after 6pm. They're hidden directly behind the bus station. Convenient if you take the bus. This is a good stop to warm up your cold tummy. I've been here so many times now thus far before deciding to write this review. Inside is visually clean, has an authentic vibe with friendly staff. The food is decent. Plenty of selections. Portions seem to vary. I'd say the banh cuon would be very little food to fill compared to the noodle bowls. So if you're hungry, hit up a bowl of warm noodles like myself. Their tea tastes very good in comparison to other places. I believe coconut flavor is added in. Clever. Will come back to try more dishes in the near future. read more

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Pho is decent here, needed a bowl. My to go place here in the TL (Pho2000) is closed temporarily cause the owners are on vacation. Just wish they wouldn't burn so much incense inside, makes it hard to breathe read more

Parking around this restaurant is kind of hard to find. We managed to find a metered parking spot several blocks away. However, bus #14 stops right out of the restaurant and bus #29 stops couple blocks away. Upon entering restaurant, a friendly waiter greeted and seated us right away. They have an extensive menu. We ordered the Seafood Noodle Soup, Banh Khot ( Small shrimp pancakes), and Banh Xeo ( Rice Flour Crepe). The food came out in a timely manner. The Seafood Noodle was piping hot. It came with a side bean sprouts, basil, and jalapeños. The Banh Khot and Banh Xeo were both crispy. Both of these dishes came with sides of lettuce, herbs, and fish sauce with pickled carrots. The Banh Khot had shrimp in them. Banh Xeo had Chinese bbq pork , shrimp, and bean sprouts in it. Out of these three items that we ordered. The least favorite was the Banh Xeo. It normally comes with regular pork, not bbq pork. It was on the bland side. They were generous with the portions and the prices were fairly reasonable. We will be back to try their other entrees. read more

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Best pho I have had in the city. Started with the chicken wings which were super crispy. Pho was a big portion with a delicious broth. Highly recommend! read more

On a cold, rainy day, what's better than a hot, steaming bowl of pho? Pho Golden was our destination restaurant in the heart of the Excelsior neighborhood. We searched; Yelpers delivered! My son ordered #64, the short rib rice plate with fried egg rolls, a chicken wing, fried egg and a cup of chicken broth. I ordered #34, a big bowl of steaming Pho with rice noodles, steak and beef balls. I began adding Thai basil leaves, jalapeño slices, a dollop of hoisin sauce and crunchy bean sprouts. On a cold, wet day, pho is the perfect meal. Service was very kind and polite. They filled our glasses with rice tea and replenished our Thai basil supply. We added chicken wings, crunchy/hot and delicious and fresh spring rolls with grilled pork. We devoured all of it. It's a modest place, very clean with homey touches like fresh orchids in the window and pretty artwork on the walls. A couple left before us, ecstatic they found their favorite spot reopened after the pandemic in a new storefront. I asked what their favorite dish was? "Everything!" was their answer. Street parking can be a bit challenging but after 6 when the plethora of commercial meters time out, you'll be less frustrated. I had to circle 4X (worth it). read more

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This spot I think did okay. Good, clean broth. A little too much fragrance for my liking but had a good taste. Would come if in area. Service was attentive. Inside was like any other pho shop, so pretty standard. read more

Pho Golden - 31. Pho Dac Biet - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Stopped by for some Vietnamese food and was not disappointed! I ordered the Shrimp Spring Rolls and a Grilled Chicken Vermicelli bowl which came with fried egg rolls! Both of the dishes were a decent portion and flavors were on point. The employees were all very nice and helpful! This restaurant is definitely a go if you're looking for a hearty and comforting meal! read more

Pho Golden - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Pho Golden is a perfect yet humble spot - I adore their vermicelli noodle bowls and their pho. The staff has always been kind and attentive and their prices are reasonable. would def recommend! read more

Great service and delicious food. I recently moved in the neighborhood and in a hunt for my new pho spot. This is the second place I went to and is miles better than the first one. The broth was flavorful and the servings is ample. We also tried a variety of dishes and they were all great. See the pictures for yourself. I will definitely come back here. read more

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Bánh Cuốn Bánh Khọt Bánh Hỏi Hủ Tiếu Mì Khô IFYKYK. And, now you don't really have to drive to E Man Jose because Phở Golden has the harder to find Viet food. Shoot, you don't even have to leave your house because you can have it delivered! (Yes, there's a social media famous resto in The Sets that serves these items but I prefer the more low key Viet places.) Opening in mid-September 2024, Phở Golden took over An Chi. I believe the owners previously owned Golden Saigon on San Bruno Ave (Portola) that closed during the pandemic. They're open for takeout, delivery, and dine-in (no outdoor seating). M E N U Extensive Viet Menu with all the staples: Apps, phở, bánh mì, bún (vermicelli), cơm (rice plates), etc. And, the harder to find aforementioned items. They also have a vegetarian and catering tray section. Even tho they have cá kho tộ (caramelized catfish claypot) and canh chua cá (sweet & sour catfish soup) on the menu, it's not available due to lack of demand from customers. No alkie. F O O D * #69 Bánh Khọt: Viet Mini Savory Pancakes (12 pc - $16.50) // 4.5 Stars: https://tinyurl.com/24wrku9c Made-to-order, the southern style bánh khọt was deliciously crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside with a firm shrimp on top. Savory, nutty coconutty flavor from the mung beans and coconut milk. Accompanied with lettuce, mint, basil, rau răm, pickled veggies, and punchy nước chấm for DIY wraps. If they finished the bánh khọt with scallion oil, it would have been 5 stars. *#67 Bánh Cuốn: Rice Noodle Rolls w/ pork, wood ear mushrooms, cassava ($16.50) // 3 Stars: https://tinyurl.com/42p64mb2 Different style than I'm used to, the bánh cuốn had an odd texture...very stretchy. Almost seemed like they used the rice paper hack. Light on the filling that seemed cassava heavy (nutty). The chả lụa (Viet ham) was ok, tho tasted quite commercial. S E R V I C E Warm and friendly staff. Food took awhile since it was made to order, about 20 minutes. A M B I A N C E Casual, no frills with nine four-top tables. P A R K I N G Very difficult metered and residential parking. 14 Line is right in front. Overall, will need to explore more of the menu but Phở Golden is a solid addition to The Excelsior. If you live in the area, def give this new local small business a try! read more

Pho Golden - #69 Bánh Khọt: Viet Mini Savory Pancakes | 12 pc - $16.50 - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

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You know it's legit when people walk in and immediately start speaking Vietnamese. This is a hole in the wall spot in excelsior neighborhood. Food is delicious and seemed authentic to me. We got the #52 combo rice plate with beef rolls and #72 combo rice noodle with charbroiled pork and shrimp. Both were delicious and had really big portions for the price. Our server didn't speak much English, but was still friendly and attentive and our food came out relatively quick. We really liked this restaurant and will definitely be back. read more

Pho Golden - 72. Combo charbroiled pork and shrimp and beef roll with rice noodle - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

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I really liked this place! The menu has a lot of variety which is what I was looking for. I'm interested in trying their Bun Rieu and Bun Bo Hue next time. The pho was fairly average compared to other pho restaurant close by, but their Banh Khot and Banh Cuon were great. Will definitely be back! Parking on Mission is so difficult so I would recommend busing or going into the neighborhoods nearby to find parking. read more

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Pho Golden is such an unassuming spot, but what a fantastic find! We came here for dinner and also grabbed some food to-go for lunch the next day -- everything was excellent, and we can't wait to come back and try more. For dinner, we had the beef pho and bun bo hue -- both were rich, flavorful, and satisfying. The bun bo hue in particular stood out -- easily one of the better ones I've had in SF. For lunch the next day, we got the grilled pork vermicelli bowl and two banh mi. All of it held up well and tasted great even after reheating. Portions are generous, the prices are very reasonable, and the staff were super friendly and welcoming. If you're craving Vietnamese food in the Excelsior neighborhood, definitely give this place a try -- highly recommend! read more