I highly recommend Pho Saigon Express located in Escondido. They are open through 9:30 pm. We came…read more5 minutes before closure and they still managed to accommodate us. There were plenty of parking spaces around the vicinity and the place was well kept. We loved the ornaments hanging from the ceiling which added authenticity to the atmosphere. The owner in the pink dress was very nice and accommodating. We ordered two small pho #1 bowls and were surprised by how much stuff in it. They were packed with noodles and meat. We enjoyed the soft and tender flanks, tendons and brisket. The soup was flavorful. We'll surely stop by again in the near future.

It is so tough to find legit Asian food in Esco & I definitely need to come back as a dine in…read morebecause I got this order to go. Well Done Steak: I loved how generous they were with the steak. Egg Rolls: Meh, not tasty. Double check your to go order before you leave. There were no utensils, no napkins, only 1 Hoisin sauce per bowl.

If you want real authentic Vietnamese food- and Pho -come here- the strip mall is not fancy- the…read moreplant sale in the front is perfectly tacky- the decorations are a mix of authentic Vietnamese, art and standard restaurant fake flowers- loud fans will push through to keep you cool and if you're not super familiar with authentic Vietnamese food, you will think that many of the dishes are the same as the more Americanized version- but the same name does not mean the same dish or similar level of quality- more importantly, not the same taste- At the moment, I took the first bite of my appetizer and felt like I was back in Saigon- the waitress was kind- took my order properly in a mostly empty restaurant- the owner Owner speaking no English came to check on me twice- but she didn't have to because I felt like I was in district 3- sitting on a small infested curb near the Rex hotel- Because honestly, for those that know- you know

One of my favorite places for Pho. If you ever have a hangover Pho is the medicine lol. This…read moreplace has great pho and the price is good. Everything we have tried by far at this place has been delicious. It's a family owned restaurant, service is fast and the food is delicious.

Had to stop at Pho Ca Dao to try their pho. I thought it was pretty cool they had a serving…read morelittle robot. The pho was delicious and service was quick. I came after lunch hours so the place was not busy. I really enjoyed the soft meat on the pho!

We called at 8:32PM to place an order. The man who answered the phone said, "Sorry, the kitchen is…read moreclosed. Last call was at 8:30. CATCH YOU NEXT TIME!" And hung up. With that attitude, I don't think there will be a "next time." Gauging from other 1-star reviews, I'm not the only one this has happened to recently. Keep in mind, their closing time is 9PM (listed everywhere). We loved the Pho Ca Dao in Mira Mesa and Poway when we lived in that area. After moving to Escondido, we thought - only thing missing was PCD. They opened a few months later, and we were so excited! We only had a chance to try them once before the recent interaction. Apparently all the PCD locations are not run by the same people. Will definitely be on the hunt for our new pho spot now.

NEW OWNERS now named Pho & More…read more Ben! Where did you go buddy!? We were regulars at this spot. I went over on Monday (Sept 8) and it had a sign up saying they were under maintenance and didn't think anything of it. Came back today and saw they were open, yay for us! Walked in and saw a new menu and was told they were under new ownership. Sadly things are simply not the same. Obviously this comes as no surprise when establishments are taken over but ugh, I'm so sad to see the original owner go. Will not be going back to the new spot.

Located in the Home Good shopping center…read more My friends & I came in during a weekday lunch & it was empty. Service was super friendly & food came out quick. Plenty of vegetarian options. The dishes are a bit pricier than other Vietnamese restaurants. They do not offer the traditional pho options as others either, but they have an option to create your own. Pho with Rare Steak: Unfortunately, the steak was really tough. Broth lacked flavor.

This was our first time at pho hut & grill. This store had recently renovated, so seeing what they…read moredid with the place was amazing. The food came out promptly, and was affordable for the whole family. Although it doesn't feel like your original pho restaurant, the futuristic vibes made it a nice experience.

Food and service was great! Everything went quick too, no wait and food arrived timely. Big servingsread more

Ordered Orange Chicken and chow mien. The food was so delicious I forgot to take a picture of it…read more However, I give a 5 star because it was very well flavored and cooked. I did have a hard time understanding the employees as their English wasn't that good. Service was fast and the food was very good.

I have been going to and supporting this restaurant since they opened, and up to last week have…read morelived their food. My family got take out last week and as I was eating I nearly broke a tooth in something very hard in my food. Turns out is was a fairly large piece of gravel! How the heck does gravel get in to your food. Needless to say I won't be going back there any time soon. There is no way gravel is present in any of the ingredients, so how it got there is beyond me. Looking for a new Chinese place for the new year.

The service was phenomenal! I ordered the pad see ew with chicken and the food was ready within 10…read moreminutes. I decided to dine in and although I was by myself, the ambiance of the restaurant was comfortable. The dining area is small, but for a good quality, fast meal, I absolutely recommend

The boba tea was good- I got the taro milk tea and the Thai tea, and it was creamy and good flavor…read more I ordered the fresh spring roll. I ate one, and it was very rubbery, and you could tell by how hard it was to separate them- that they were prepared earlier which makes a difference in the quality of these rolls. I asked if they could make it fresh, and they said it was made fresh. And so they declined making a new one. Picture for reference of the "fresh spring roll" order you will receive. The veggies were browning. The wrap was super chewy.

Chef's Pho & Grill in San Marcos is a hidden gem that captures the perfect mix of traditional…read moreVietnamese flavor and modern comfort. From the moment you walk in, you can tell this restaurant takes pride not only in the food but also in the atmosphere. The space is bright, clean, and well-organized, with a calm energy that makes dining here both relaxing and enjoyable. The menu offers an incredible variety--pho, rice dishes, noodles, sandwiches, boba drinks, and more--so it's easy to find something that suits your taste. Each dish feels thoughtfully prepared, with fresh ingredients and balanced flavors that stand out. A must-try appetizer is the shrimp spring rolls with peanut sauce. They arrive fresh and neatly wrapped, with crisp vegetables, perfectly cooked shrimp, and that creamy, nutty peanut sauce that ties everything together. Light yet satisfying, they're a great way to start your meal. Another standout is the pork sandwich (Bánh Mì), which feels like a labor of love. The baguette is toasted just right--crispy on the outside and soft on the inside--filled with tender, flavorful pork that's marinated to perfection. Add in the pickled carrots, cucumber, jalapeños, and sprigs of cilantro, and you get an amazing balance of savory, sweet, and tangy flavors. Each bite is a perfect mix of texture and taste, making it one of the best Bánh Mì sandwiches you'll find in North County. Don't miss the fried rice, a fragrant and well-seasoned dish that's both comforting and rich. The only minor drawback is that the protein--such as chicken, shrimp, or beef--comes separately. Still, the quality makes it worthwhile. For drinks, the boba teas are superb--smooth, not overly sweet, and made with fresh tapioca pearls that have just the right chew. While parking can sometimes be tricky, Chef's Pho & Grill more than makes up for it with its excellent food, friendly service, and welcoming atmosphere. Whether you're craving a quick lunch, a cozy dinner, or a refreshing drink, this place is absolutely worth a visit.

Service was nice. Very quick and friendly. Not too busy. Parking lot is busy though, so we just…read moreparked a bit further. I rarely comment good things about the bathrooms anywhere, but their bathroom was very clean. Went in there to wash my hands and came out actually feeling cleaner rather than dirtier (like at other places). The soap and paper were well stocked. There wasn't a nasty odor and the floors were clean. I'm impressed! This place is also one of the few pho places that I've been to with egg crepes. I was also impressed with the generous meat portion in their pho. Their water was nice and cold. Didn't taste like tap. Only little thing is that their napkins are difficult to grab at the table when too fully stocked. Would I come back here? Yeah! I'm going to bring more people here too!

Very intimate setting/nice family vibe restaurant…read more For my order I always get the spicy beef Thai fried rice and panag curry. Ive tried most of their appetizers can definitely recommend the angel wings. Other dishes I recommend: 1. Pad Thai 2. Pad Kra pow Food comes out fairly quick and is always consistent.

I'm extremely disappointed with the service I received as a repeat customer. Not only was my order…read moreincorrect, but when I tried to resolve the issue by calling, the staff hung up on me instead of helping. This level of service is unacceptable, especially for someone who has supported your business multiple times. I expect better attention to detail and basic customer respect. I would appreciate a prompt response and a proper resolution to this situation.If you want, I can adjust the tone (more aggressive, more formal, or adjust your tone.

Aloha gang! Thought it was time to revisit Pan Asia Buffet. I was coming back from a Sunday…read moreafternoon at the casino in Temecula and was in the mood for an all you can eat buffet. When I arrived, the restaurant was packed. I had to check in and take a number, but they managed to seat us in under 10 minutes. If you're not into crowds, I would definitely avoid Sunday's. My usual visits are during the weekdays when they open first thing for lunch. You get first pick of the buffet offerings and it's much more enjoyable without the crowd. My faves are the Chow Mein, Teriyaki Beef, Fried Rice and Honey Walnut Shrimp. So....if you have a craving for AYCE buffet, check it out!

I was really excited to try out our second buffet near Oceanside since we moved here a few months…read moreback. Unfortunately it wasn't a place I will be going back to. The place smells decent, decently easy to find so no issues there. Cleanliness: the Buffett definitely needs some upgrading and cleaning. The rug smells and feels sticky to walk on, the counter area was clean but the ice cream section needed a deep clean, the cones were out of the packing and stale. The sprinkles were covered in ice cream and all over the place. The machine was covered in dried ice cream and caked on. I did not go into the restrooms, so I am not sure Food: cold. Everything except for the hibachi I got was cold. Shrimp, pork, chicken, all cold. They have an okay variety of deserts but other than the coffee and orange ones they were pretty bad. The flavor of the food was good, but the temperature of it was what really grossed me out and worry about food poisoning. It was during dinner at around 4pm so crab legs were included. My daughter devoured them and so did I. Best part of the buffet. Customer service: the waiters were very nice and kept our table clear. As soon as they notice we had our empty plates they would come around and grab them. I did notice and maybe it was just for that moment but we did get different waiters just grabbing our plates. Maybe they are doing a system where everyone waits on every table. Whatever they were doing it worked! We did mention at the end that our food was cold after we had paid and all because we were asked how we liked it. She did apologize and told us we should have brought up sooner so they could warm it up. That since it was slow the food gets cold. It was nice she apologized and all, but working in the food industry myself it is not any of the customers job to remind you to keep an eye on food temps. And you're supposed to keep food hot. Regardless they were nice. Would I come back? No. Would I recommend it? No. $60 for two adults $9 for my 4 yr old and $5 for my two yr old. So basically $80 for a family of 4 for cold food. Flavor was good though. So if you want to try it maybe you're lucky and get hot foods