Honestly the service here is not the best. We were given a dirty table and one of our cups had lipstick on it. The food took a bit long for pho. It wasn't long but it was questionable because everything should be ready-made. The pho itself was on the richer-side. Some of us liked it more than others. I thought it was pretty decent. Overall this was a mid experience. Probably wouldn't come again, but the pho still satisfied my cravings. read more

Our server James was very nice and attentive. The restaurant itself was very cute with cartoons on the TV and Polaroids on the wall. We got 2 short rib pho. The meat quality was tasty and the noodles were not overdone. Unfortunately the broth was not our favorite, not as deep or balanced as we would expect. This was the least expensive pho option at $18, which is pretty steep compared to most other pho in San Diego. read more

Pho is super flavorful and large portions! Service was very fast and attentive. I will definitely be back!

Delicious pho in a cute little shopping center. Not a lot of range on the menu (would prefer some pork spring rolls) but what's there is good and I definitely recommend! There's a small lot you can park in outside and we found a space no problem. It's small inside the restaurant so you might have to wait a little bit I thought this was a perfect little place for a date lunch! read more

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Kevin was able to handle our rowdy table with ease. Able to accomade putting egg products on side, boiling the bean sprouts, and providing vinegar onions. They only have half n half for their thai tea. Pho was all seasoning, no depth to broth. I would not order again. Broken rice place was $19, the most expensive ive ever paid for broken rice, and tasted okay compared to other places in the area. read more

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Service was great. One gentleman that had the difficult job of seating, bussing and waiting. Polite during the whole meal. I made sure I left a tip for him. Pho Nom (3/5) the broth was a bit on the sour side for me. Maybe it was the onions in it but I wasn't expecting that in a pho. All the meat included was excellent. Short rib, meatballs and beef flank. Chili Tamarind chicken wings (3/5) wings reminded me of orange chicken. The white coconut sauce made it better but wasn't hitting it as a good golly moment. Cruller (4/5) was my first time to eat one with soup. Actually was fun to have as an extra condiment for my soup. Loved the small hole in the wall vibe. Roomy for sitting. Price was just about average for Pho spots. Customer service was top tier. Menu was small and simple. The Pho just wasn't a big winner for me. read more

Great food, great location, great service by Sabrina Solid place to stop by for food. I'll definitely be coming back. read more

This place has a great ambience and is matched by the amazing food! I would definetely come back again and refere friends! read more

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We came here expecting a great meal based on the 4.6-star review rating, but the experience did not live up to the hype. Our order consisted of two meatball phos and one short rib pho. Unfortunately, the quality simply wasn't there. The meat was tough and difficult to chew, the side veggies lacked freshness, and the portion sizes were incredibly small for the price. Combined with mediocre service, we are genuinely confused by the high rating. One of the attached photos might shed some light on the actual quality you get here. In a highly competitive market like the San Gabriel Valley, a shop with this standard wouldn't last long. read more

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Great pho with flavorful broth, tender meat, and generous portions -- definitely worth coming back for! read more

Viet Nom - Vietnamese Near Me - San Diego, California

Came here for a quick lunch near the office. The inside had plenty of tables for parties of any size. Service was fast and friendly. The soup base was a little too sweet for my liking, but otherwise a solid pho option in the area. read more

Viet Nom - Pho short rib, meatball - Vietnamese Near Me - San Diego, California

This is place has very good pho. I think their broth is light without skimping out on flavor. Some other places leave the mouth with a slick oily feel. I got the short rib boneless pho, the meat was plentiful and the portion was huge. It also wasn't too busy for a Saturday night around 6:30 and the food came out quick. Would recommend! read more

Viet Nom - Short rib boneless pho, Egg rolls - Vietnamese Near Me - San Diego, California

The pho and meatballs were really good, and the tamarind wings were top tier. Everything was delicious--10/10!also, Trinity is amazing! :) read more

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Viet Nom is a quick-stop shop for a hearty and filling bowl of pho. We walked into this place expecting a Vietnamese restaurant but was welcomed to a modern organized pseudo-cafe equipped with bar seating, aesthetic decorations, and a photo-op wall. The menu was succinct with only a couple items, which helps with my choice anxiety (opposed to the typical Vietnamese restaurant with 80 menu items). The beef ball & short rib pho ($18) had great flavor. The beef had a nice chew and the meatballs were filling. The broth was on the salty side. The (free!) Thai Tea was sweet! Our server was attentive and quick. For managing the entire shop he did a great job. Didn't realize this place was owned by the same people at Yun Tea & Steamy Piggy. There are other family-owned Vietnamese shops if you care about that. read more

Viet Nom - Beef Meatball & Short Rib Pho, Boneless Short Rib Pho - Vietnamese Near Me - San Diego, California

This review was from a visit last year. My family and I were in the mood for some good pho and Yelp led us to this location. Service: The young lady that assisted was very nice but she had a companion with her (not staff) that she was having conversation with. I didn't realize that we had to hand over our cup to have our water refilled (or was she supposed to go over to the table?). Either way, the place was small enough that I didn't really have to venture to far, and after handing over the glasses, they were refilled immediately. 4 of 5 stars. Food: We ordered the most basic off their pho menu: Short Rib pho. Although the broth was very good, the noodles and meat IMO was a bit lacking; good taste but lacking versus the places I've been to. 4 of 5 stars. Overall: As a quick fix, this place will do. If you expect more, look elsewhere or order an extra bowl as they serve just one size of pho: between a SM and Med. read more

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We stopped by Viet Nom for a quick lunch before heading to the zoo. The space immediately stood out for how clean and nicely put together it was. Bright, tidy, and comfortable without feeling busy. We ordered the Pho Tai, Pho Nom, and an iced coffee. My Pho Nom came with three big short ribs and meatballs, and it felt like a generous bowl. The short ribs were tender with good flavor, and the meatballs had a nice, springy texture. The broth was smooth and rich but not too salty, and it stayed hot through the meal. The Pho Tai was very tasty as well, with thin slices of beef that cooked perfectly in the broth and stayed tender. The iced coffee was strong and sweet, with the condensed milk adding a creamy finish that balanced the savory soups. Service was friendly and efficient. We were greeted right away, and the food came out at a steady pace without any long wait. Overall, it was a solid lunch stop. Good portions, comforting flavors, and a relaxed atmosphere. If you're especially hungry, the Pho Nom with the short ribs is a great choice. read more

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Food was great , we ordered Pho( Steak & Meatballs) and their spring rolls which came out pretty fast. Only thing I would point out is that the customer service needs some work, our server was never present only when he brought us our food, we were only offered water once before our food came and keep In mind ! We are eating a bowl of pho , those who know, know! Other than that, the experience was fine. It's a small, casual spot, more of a quick grab-and-go type of place with some seating. Food was good, service could definitely be better. read more

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If you're looking for a great bowel of pho, come give Viet Nom a try. Their featured bowl of pho, Pho Nom, offers two bone-in beef rib along with sliced short rib, sliced brisket, and meatballs in pretty well flavored broth. With the highlight obviously being the bone-rib rib, the meat was so tender that if fell off the bone immediately with the slightest touch. The side veggies were also very fresh and complimented the dish well. The restaurant itself is pretty cozy with offering a handful of tables and bar seating. Still, the waitress the day I went was very friendly and quick with the service. If I find myself in the area again, I could see myself coming back for another nice warm bowl of pho. read more

Viet Nom - Pho Nom - Vietnamese Near Me - San Diego, California

This place is so cute and as soon as you walk in you can definitely smell the pho. Every table had pho with the big ribs. So authentic, and the pho was amazing. Definitely will be coming back! Thanks to our server Kelvin and James they were so busy with other tables but were still so attentive and wonderful. read more

Our server Sabrina was great! Tony the cook made the short rib in my pho so tender and juicy. Will definately come back soon. read more

Viet Nom - Short Rib Pho - Vietnamese Near Me - San Diego, California

Updating my review to 4-stars. Flavor is still on-point, but our meat was very tough... that I think they cooked ahead of time and heated up, versus having the rare beef pieces. A little disappointed with that, since I barely ate the meat. But the flavor of the broth is so good, that I'll come back and consider this one of my favorite pho spots! read more

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This place is so good! We got the broken rice and pho with beef & meatball. Everything is authentic tasting and we're from SGV. Would definitely recommend in the SD area. read more

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The skinny: Clean bathroom Great service Food ok The lengthy: We needed a quick place to get dinner close to the UCSD campus. This place had good reviews. We were greeted and seated quickly. We ordered two bowls of Pho and two orders of spring rolls. Pho: meat amount was good, broth not strong in collagen but strong in five spice Spring rolls: good amount of shrimp but also lots of noodles, peanut sauce too spicy for the kids There were a lot of people coming in and out for phone orders. This is probably because the shop is small and it wants greater reach. But this was difficult for the one hostess/waitress on staff. She did a terrific job but had way too much to do. Fewer tables and another staff to help handle only phone orders during the busy times would be my suggestion. Overall, food was decent but not amazing. The soup recipe could be improved: more beef bones, less five spice. I recommend making the peanut sauce non-spicy to reach a wider audience, since sriracha can be added by any spice-lovers. A few adjustments and this place could do really well. read more

Food was great. We had Sabrina as our waitress and she was so pleasant and accommodating. Will come back here again. Thanks Sabrina !!!

We hadn't been back to this location in quite some time because of our previous experiences, but this latest visit was actually a pleasant surprise. I'm not here to talk about ambiance, decor, or the overall dining experience -- this review is strictly about the food. The main reason we stopped coming before was because they changed the rib plate from two larger ribs to three much smaller ones. Personally, I wasn't a fan of that change. The smaller ribs felt noticeably fattier and didn't have nearly as much meat, so over time we just stopped returning. Recently, we decided to give the place another try and ordered the same dish again. To my surprise, the larger two-rib portion was back. That alone was a huge improvement. I've always enjoyed their pho here as well. The broth has a flavor profile that stands out from a lot of other spots -- rich and flavorful without feeling overly greasy or heavy. The bowls are also generously filled with quality cuts of meat, which is something I definitely appreciate. That said, I'm still landing at four stars because while the larger ribs returned, something else seemed to change. In the past, the ribs had this nice char to them, almost like they were grilled or pan-seared before serving. That slight crisp and smoky flavor was honestly what made this place stand out from other similar spots. The ribs on this visit were still good, but they didn't have that same finish that made them memorable before. Hopefully they bring that back, because I really think that detail was what separated them from the competition. read more

Service was excellent! Staff is very friendly and accommodating. Food was also very good. We ordered spring rolls and brisket pho. Food came quickly. Family enjoyed every bite. Would come again if in the area. Parking was a breeze. Place is not that big but turn around time is quick. read more

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Viet Nom is a solid spot for a bowl of pho near the La Jolla area. This spot is located in a plaza with a good amount of parking spots. Wait times can get long so plan accordingly to put your name down on the waitlist. Wifey and I stopped by for dinner around 6pm and there was about a 15 minute wait. Inside, they have a casual setup with a decent amount of seating. We ended up getting the Grilled Pork Spring Rolls, Meatball and Boneless Short Rib Pho, and the Pho Nom. Overall, everything that we had was delicious and we thoroughly enjoyed our dining experience. All of the staff here are friendly and welcoming. There is a reason why this spot has over 1,000+ positive reviews. Viet Nom is Viet gang approved! read more

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I ordered a Short Rib & Meatball Pho for $19.50. When the bowl came out, there were no meatballs at all, even though meatballs were included in the item I ordered. The short rib portion was also very small, with only about 5-6 tiny pieces of meat. I mentioned the missing meatballs to the server, but the response felt very dismissive. They simply said something along the lines of, "That's all?" and then offered to bring me a small separate bowl of meatballs to add to the pho. At that point, I really did not want to make the situation more complicated, so I just said it was okay. What disappointed me most was the attitude afterward. The server basically repeated, "That's all?" and then turned around and walked away. I expected at least some concern or an apology after serving a customer the wrong order, but there really did not seem to be much care about the mistake. Overall, the portion did not feel worth $19.50, especially with one of the main ingredients missing, and the service made the experience even more disappointing. read more

Great first visit. Came in for a late night dinner at 9pm on a Saturday. No wait but a full restaurant. Ordered egg rolls and their boneless Short Rib pho. Everything was super tasty and fresh. The broth and the meat were flavorful; I didn't even bother adding sauces to it. Filling portion. They ran out of ice when we first arrived but the two servers handled it well. Ice was ready 10 min after. The kitchen also forgot to make our egg rolls but we wanted them anyway. Glad we did cause they hit the spot too; piping hot. Service was friendly from the two gentleman, no complaints. Will def be back. read more

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Came in for some pho and the food exceeded expectations! The broth is very good and light, definitely ask for the chili oil for some spice. Our server Kevin was also great! He was very attentive and didn't hesitate with any request. Will for sure come back :p read more

Viet Nom - short rib pho - Vietnamese Near Me - San Diego, California

- Good ambiance. Looks like they redid the inside recently - Great service. Server trinity was nice and attentive - Food was good, a little overpriced but would come back read more

Very flavorful Pho! Fresh condiments (cilantro, Thai basil, bean sprouts, jalapeño, lemongrass paste, limes). The short rib slices tasted great but a little more fatty than I prefer. Located in a busy plaza near UTC Mall Small dining area but they were able to optimize space to fit small to medium groups. Service was fast and friendly. Place was a little warm (no a/c). I hate this parking lot, spaces are too tight. Their menu is online (QR code) https://www.vietnomsd.com/menu read more

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I had to come back to this place! Trinity and Sabrina are amazing! The service is very fast and the food tastes really good. Seating is limited but people generally eat fast here. read more

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This restaurant is located in a plaza less than 1/2 mile away from UTC. Parking is ok as there were plenty on a Saturday afternoon when we walked in at 1700. The place is small with only 6 tables and bar seating for 10 and there is a sign up list on the door so this place can get busy. Service is kind of slow as there is only one person in the front serving. We came here because of the bone in short rib pho. The ambiance is mixed as the music was playing all genre. It is clean and there is only one restroom that can use a little help. Our appetizers came out and we had to ask the server for plates and utensils as it got busy. There was a couple waiting by the door for 15 minutes as there were 2 tables that needed to be bussed and again only one server, waiter, bus boy, phone in order as he was trying to do it all. For the price you pay here they can at least hire one more person to help out. We had to ask and waited a while for the veggies to come out after our soup was served to by that time the broth was not piping hot for the veggies to cook anymore. When I went up to the counter and asked he said he forgot. We asked for extra bowls for the kids to share and he forgot also so we just used the plates for the egg and spring rolls. We ordered: -Pho Nom with nomsen tamago. Again the waiter forgot to bring out the nomsen tamago so I had to just tell him to cancel that part of the order. The short rib was good and tender as it just fell out of the bone. The rest of the soup was ok and nothing special about it. -Short Rib Boneless. Nothing special and not worth it. -Grilled Pork Spring Roll. This is pretty good and has a crunch to the bite. The sauce had a small kick to it and this is just a try but would not pay eight dollars for four small pieces as elsewhere is bigger and better. -Egg Rolls. Nothing to rave about either and for 7.50 for four small pieces, again there are better places to go for your money. No fish sauce with the veggies as they served it with the chili thick sauce, now you know this is not authentic. -Thai Tea no ice. This is just like any other Thai tea wherever you go so nothing to rave about. *the mint leaves were brown and wilting* why would you want to serve that????!!!!!! You may think that this review is a bit harsh but in reality I am being kind as the service was the most horrible experience ever and I even spoke to three other families and they said the same thing. People were going up to the counter now to get what they needed as I did the same for the to go soup container and the bill on two separate occasions. This is just a hype and if you want good Vietnamese food go somewhere else. This is an Asian fusion and you really do not get the authentic taste of the Vietnamese food. Plus the service is bad. They could not even print out a receipt for me as they said they are out of paper. Pricey for non authentic Vietnamese food. read more

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I had a wonderful time at Viet Nom. Best way to end Week 1! Loved the pho! Great service and loved the ambiance.

Love this pho place! I live walking distance from here and always have a great experience. Food, service, cleanliness is all 5 stars.

Love this place Trinity is awesome, food was great, and service was quick and amazing highly recommend :3

Love this place! The soup is so flavorful and the egg rolls are perfectly crunchy! Trinity was an amazing server through our dinner and I would def recommend to everyone! read more

Yeah sure 5 stars is fine I ordered the signature pho. The meat was good, ribs had good flavor. Didn't care for the meatball but all the other toppings were good. Soup felt different than usual. Tasted stronger use of spices and herbs, particularly anise. And a bit sour. I never had tangy pho and that was before I put the lime juice. I guess there are different variations to pho and I am just not knowledgeable. read more

Place was very very clean and very nice staff!! Trinity was very welcoming and had a very positivity attitude :)