I hiked 8 miles to Potato Chip Rock and afterwards, was feeling a bit dehydrated or kind of like a…read moretire with no air, so after resting for a couple of hours, I found my body asking for soup and salt. And when that happens, it's usually a piping bowl of ramen or pho that will answer my body's asks, so I checked out this place! This restaurant is in a strip mall a few blocks from the pier (ok maybe more like a 15 min walk) literally next door to Sunshine Kitchen. Sunshine Kitchen had a lot of diners inside and out, and I felt a little FOMO while I stuck to my decision to eat at Pho Bowl & Grill. They have two tables for outdoor seating and since no one was sitting outside and the temp was nice enough, I asked to sit outside. No problem for the guy taking care of me. He was the waiter, the guy answering the phone, the guy making sure take outs/deliveries were happening and cashier, and he got it all done! What a magician. He was pleasant enough as Asian service is about getting down to business so he took my meatball pho and diet Coke order and got to work on it. Meatball pho was delicious and piping hot and the side veggies were all fresh and abundant. Meal was very casual, I ate and slurped in peace and then went inside to pay. Great, low key spot that makes good pho. Id definitely return.

If im comparing this to the pho options in Little Saigon, it is definitely not the best I have had,…read morebut it IS the best for the oceanside area. The portions are a great size for 1-2 people, and they are very quick to deliver. The restaurant is spacious and the staff is very friendly! They have a "challenge" where u can eat a giant bowl of pho in under 30 minutes, you get the whole thing for free! They also give coupons out for your next use if you pay in cash It is the best pho in town with great portions!

I hadn't been in YEARS. The broth is still as flavorful as…read moreI can remember! Luckily, we got there around 630ish (PM), because not too long after, there was someone coming in every 2 to 3 minutes until it was packed-this place is popular! Anyway, when we came in, we were told to just pick a seat anywhere we wanted. There are plenty of tables put together (family style) and once seated we were able to order right away. Like I said, after we came in, it started getting a little busy so the wait for our food was a little longer than I had expected (but not too bad, maybe about 10 minutes). However, we did order some spring rolls for appetizers and those came out right away..... later, when the broth came out it was nice and hot! Everything was delicious, the beef brisket and flank steak were flavorful on their own within the broth and nice and tender. Of course, the broth, like I said earlier was very flavorful and that's definitely what you want to expect eating pho. All of the wait staff were great, cheerful and happy/attentive. We'll definitely be back, as this is definitely our go to for Oceanside pho in this area.

After a long drive from NorCal and immediately going into a full day at Legoland, it was safe to…read moresay we all needed something comforting and delicious. A quick search on Yelp gave me a few decent options but Pho Oceanside won because they were opened later than the other businesses. Our party of 3 arrived at 7:45pm on a Friday night to a pretty quiet restaurant. There were only 2 other parties dining- one being a table of about 8-9 guests. The staff let us know we could pick our own seats and provided us with menus. The offerings here are very typically of what you would expect to find at a Vietnamese restaurant. Kudos for the vegetarian options for those non-carnivorous eaters. Dinner consisted of: *P14. RARE STEAK, FLANK, TENDON & TRIPE PHO (TÁI, NAM, GÂN, SÁCH) *L6. SEAFOOD (MÌ XÀO HẢI SẢN) Calamari, shrimp & fish ball *VIETNAMESE SANDWICH- GRILLED PORK [Cucumber, pickled carrot & daikon, onions, cilantro] So this is where the visit took a dive. The one male staff member cane by with a plate of veggies for the pho. What was provided had to be the worst portion and quality I had ever received. There was only one... YES, ONE!! sprig of basil and the basil was limp, crusty, and honestly just SAD!!! I was honestly ready to throw in the towel and mentally prepare myself for a poopy meal ahead. Thankfully, my guy spoke up and made a request with the gentleman in charge- he came out with an abundance of fresh thai basil. Food was surprisingly pretty good. My daughter enjoyed her seafood chow mein. The pho was alright but the broth could have been a bit more flavorful. The banh mi was my favorite of the night and i totally didn't see that coming. The sandwich wasn't aesthetically pretty on the eyes but the pork marinade was delicious. The cuts of meat were tender and the bread was soft yet crunch in all the right places. 4 stars overall. My only bit of advice is providing patrons with fresh, crisp herbs if you are going to skimp it down to 1 sprig per person.

33.77$ sooooo good is…read morea lot is big size A lot meat! Service so good Quiet, calm！ Elegant environment, Quiet and tasteful surroundings

I've been here more than a handful of times. Sometimes alone, with a couple of friends or with a…read moregroup. This visit we were five. The restaurants ambiance is nice, and casual. The decor has red throughout which is my fave color, so that's a plus. They have a beautiful artwork piece on the wall that I always forget to ask if it's a living wall. The plants look real. The downfall is this place runs warm, not enough air flow for me. This evening was there after having early hot weather this March. The food was unfortunately just ok along with the Thai Iced Tea w/boba. The tea didn't seem strong enough and the boba were clumpy. My dish didn't look like the pic on the menu that I was hoping to get. Instead of the marinated looking meat, I got more of a saucy or soupy chicken dish. It was good but not what I was craving for. I do always like to get the fried buns. You can order it with pork slices, but I requested no meat. It comes with a fish dip sauce which is good together, but good without too. The Chicken Fried rice was ok. It was bland, almost no salt or real flavor. I added hot sauce and salt. It must have been an off night or maybe us coming in an hour and a half before they closed. The food is usually good. The service is a hit and miss. Tonight the service was good and friendly and just ok since we had two people catering to our table. I would return. Like I mentioned the food is usually delish, drinks too. Now that it's summer I think I would choose to sit away from the windows where the sun beams through.

Always friendliest service…read more Pho hit the spot today. The sever was talking loudly (Vietnamese) into the kitchen window then paused shortly and looked back in the window and yells "to go!" I laughed at that one. Good crowd in this Sunday lunch. CritDicks

This is such a great, authentic Vietnamese spot in North County--definitely a go-to for our family…read more What we love: * Outstanding service: We've visited three times over the past 16 months, and they actually remember us each time. They even give my kids lollipops, which is such a thoughtful touch. * Kid-approved dishes: My (picky) kiddo always orders egg fried rice at Vietnamese restaurants, and this is hands-down his favorite version. * Consistently good food: The vermicelli bowls always hit the spot, and the egg rolls are fresh with reliable quality every visit. * Crispy pork spring rolls: Super tasty, generously filled, and perfect for sharing. The peanut sauce that comes with them is especially delicious. Overall - great food, warm service, and a welcoming atmosphere make this place stand out. We'll keep coming back!

15 year customer and will continue to come back -- Without a doubt, this pho place is best in town,…read moreand thankful they've been here for so long. It's worth a detour out of your way to try. What you can expect: + Friendly staff [even while busy] + Wide range of "Michelin" quality Vietnamese food at reasonably low market price + Vegetarian friendly + Fast service + Clean dining area [free of foul odors] + Two televisions & fish tank Congratulations, you've just found your next hidden gem. Cheers!

It's been awhile The food is amazing and this broth is the best broth in town!! Customer Service…read morewas fast !! This place is amazing when you need amazing noodle soup for your soul!! The kids order #1 and #3 and they loved it!!

Their sandwich was delicious!! I ordered bbq beef and the marinade on the beef was absolutely…read moredelicious and the veggies... SO FRESH . Would definitely order again . I've also ordered the build your own pho and again delicious and fresh ingredients. The times I've gone it is a gentleman working solo so have patience, its worth it !!

Clean inside, good service, with fast yummy food…read more The pho was not as fresh and quality as I usually prefer with my pho. The tripe was not cut and was a huge piece that I couldn't eat unless I cut it. The noodles are very thin compared to other phos I've had. The broth is just okay, and the spring rolls were just okay as well. Edible and quick for a lunch break but definitely not a spot I'd go out of my way for

HOLY WOW, DELICIOUS !!!!!! My husband, baby, and I went…read morethere after our Black Friday shopping what an amazing experience! The staff was attentive and kind. The food was out of this world! Super fresh, nice and warm! The spring rolls were breath taking! I want to go there again already! Hands down best pho I've ever had! You won't leave disappointed from this place that's for sure! Oooooo let me not forget the Honey dew smoothie was crazy goooooooood! Had to get seconds.

I ordered take out for dinner, Rice with BBQ Pork and Pho with Lean Brisket Steak…read more The BBQ Pork came with white rice, side salad (w/ sliced cucumber, shredded carrots, and tomato slices), and one little portion cup of fish sauce. Fish sauce was enough to pour over everything, rice, salad, and pork. I devoured it and would definitely order again. My husband ate the pho. He said the brisket was alright by itself. He's had better. Adding hoisin sauce helps. The dish only included two packets of hoisin. (I keep a bottle on hand because I normally like hoisin with almost every bite whenever I eat pho. Restaurants never give enough.) Be sure to ask for extra! The noodles came in a bowl which is convenient. Other establishments may have the noodles in a Chinese take out box and you supply your own bowl. Overall, he was happy with his meal. The restaurant only had one table with guests. Two more tables were taken by the time I left. I don't know if I've ever seen this place packed. The decor is the same from the previous business that occupied that spot. The restaurant is fairly quiet with the exception of a movie playing on tv. I don't know the movie. Didn't pay much attention to it until I heard cussing. A lot of it. Tense scenes. The lady servicing the front paid no attention to it. Probably background noise to her. I wasn't a fan. Not exactly family friendly and poor taste imo. I went here because my usual spot is closed on Tuesdays. Overall, it was a decent experience.

Preferred over Pho Vista. The staff is attentive and quick!…read more Pho quality is better and very rich in taste! New favorite Pho spot!!!!! Beautiful and relaxing dining area!!!!! Would NOT recommend Pho vista. Less flavor and extremely judgement older woman working there.

Probably the best Vietnamese food in SD. Pho House can hang with even the spots in Little Saigon…read more But, a big but... why do the waiters here try to memorize orders? They are kind people, but English is their second language. Even if it was their first language, I've had a group of 7 and they tried to memorize the whole order. Anyone would have trouble with that! Of course they messed up our order, multiple mistakes. Please get a notepad or one of those mobile POS machines from Toast Wallet. The waiters can take orders at the table to ensure they get it RIGHT. Stop with the guessing game, it's annoying. You mean well, but this ain't workin'. I'll update my review to 5 stars once the changes are implemented. I can't be the only one who this happens to.

Food (5/5 stars): We made it back to the Vista Farmers…read moreMarket (highly recommend) and tried Vietnamese Grill's Maxi-Mixi combo. This bang for your buck meal comes with lots of Pork and Chicken, shrimp, and rice! Experience (5/5 stars): * Price: it's a tad pricey * Wait Time: minimal * Service: very good and friendly * Parking: there's a parking lot * Ambiance: it was a stand at the farmer's market!

Service was fine. Food just wasn't. I was hoping I could find some Vietnamese food closer to me,…read morebut I'll keep looking.

What I love about Pho Vista is no secret. Their lemon pepper chicken wings are my absolute…read morefavorite...still after all these years. Consistency can go a long way and the food and service has always been great for me. It's a cozy hole in the wall, well corner, establishment alongside other food places like Pollo Loco and Thai One On and Oggis is just on the other lot. We do both dine in and or order takeout from here and as long as it's on the menu we get the Chicken wings. 6 wings for just under $15. They do have lunch specials up to 5 pm so you could get a better combo deal perhaps during their specified time frames. Restaurant is kept nice, clean, and orderly. Comfortable booths and some table dining too. Highly recommend giving them a try! *Not our favorite Wing Wednesday "deal" but we're happy for the wonderful quality and like that we can continue to enjoy their good efforts in maintaining that.

Nice little Vietnamese restaurant, it's typically not ever busy at all, in fact I wish more people…read morein Vista ventured into this place. They make a nice bowl of noodles and both their egg rolls as well as their spring rolls are a nice appetizer. With the amount of Hispanics here in Vista I would have expected more of them to be eating at this restaurant (in Mira Mesa and on Convoy St down in Kearny Mesa you find plenty of Hispanics love them some Phó.) I say take a chance and come support this local small business. If I could add one suggestion it would be to always either have music playing (even their own Vietnamese style music would be fine....just like Chinese restaurants play their own music) or, put the TV on and play some sports. People do enjoy watching sports when they eat. (Not sure why....but they do)