Tanglad

My partner and I stopped by here before going to a show at the Castro Theatre. About 1 hour before doors opened there, there was no wait here which was surprisingly since it's just a few doors down from the venue. Menu had good variety - hot soups, noodles (hot or cold), salads, and sandwiches. I got the garlic noodles with chicken, which was hot (in temperature) be pretty tasty. My partner and I shared and the portion was perfect for the two of us. He also got a Thai iced tea, which was yummy as well.

A must visit in San Francisco! We had such a wonderful experience dining here that we came back the next day for lunch! The fusion and creativity of the dishes were an absolute highlight to the taste buds! Steven told us he makes a trip across town to a bakery every morning for the fresh baguettes! Don’t miss out! You’ll thank me!

Server made recommendations as this was my first time trying Vietnamese cuisine. I need to make a trip to Vietnam now. Food was fresh, hot and delicious! Had the fresh spring rolls to start and the lemongrass beef garlic noodles- spectacular! Pity I don’t live in this city, or I’d be there daily.

I asked the young female employee for a spoon, and she said, "It's in the bag." I replied, "There are only forks here." She handed me the spoon, but as she did, she pushed my hand away. It was very disrespectful. And she admitted her mistake and apologized to me. I threw the food straight into the trash. 🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮 I am also a food delivery driver, and I have previously left a review about the same person at this restaurant. She is a very rude person. If you don't want to work, you can leave; you don't deserve the money you're getting. i think she tought i don’t speak english. that’s why did it 🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮. i’m going straight to jack in the box

Easily one of the best Vietnamese sandwiches I've ever had. The pork belly banh mi sandwich was amazing and a great value too. The Thai tea was excellent as well.

An overall unpleasant experience. Please take it from an actual Viet person here that this place is neither legit nor authentic. I had the pho with rare steak and meatballs, my partner had the garlic noodles and five spice chicken. Both plates were severely underwhelming and the service we received was rude and off-putting. The pho broth was not very well spiced and the meatballs tasted...off. I can't quite describe why they were off, they just were. The tray of sprouts and basil was sparse at best and insulting at worst: 2 thin slices of jalapeno, 1 sprig of basil with 3 leaves on it. The garlic noodles with five spice chicken was worse. The noodles didn't taste of any garlic and were drenched in a wet sauce, while the chicken only tasted of char. There was no five spice flavor and there was hardly any salt. None of the food was particularly bad, but none of it was particularly good. I told my partner before we came that if the food wasn't good, we never have to come back. After one bite, we both agreed there was no reason to try this place again (to be fair, we've both been here before separately, but I had a craving for pho and I didn't want to go across town.) The worst part of experience though wasn't the food, it was the service. We came in at 8:30pm after both working a long 10+ hour day, and they close at 9, which we knew. As soon as we came in, the man at the registered told us "We close in half an hour, so you have to order now" and handed us menus at the counter, forcing us to make our decision right then and there. No table first, no asking if we were dining in or taking out, no offers of water, just an unceremonious and impatient expectation for us to know exactly what we wanted within a minute of walking in. We get it, you close in half an hour, but if you don't want patrons coming in that late, why bother staying open that late? Friends, beware. If you're looking for good Vietnamese food in the city, there are far far better options where dishes are authentic and taste how they're supposed to, where service is better and staff don't make you feel unwelcome.

Tanglad is a cute little restaurant in the heart of Castro. They have the main seating area inside and a “garden” section with a plant wall that feels like a cozy indoor patio. I ordered the Seafood Combo Pho on a rainy day and it hit the spot! The Pho came with shrimp, calamari, imitation crab, fish balls, vegetables and noodles. It was filling and well priced at $16.50 for what it came with. I will say I wish the broth was a bit more flavorful, but it was still very tasty and satisfying.

Healthy and yum. Especially I like the plate on the picture. I like it with the meat chicken too. The balance and combination; The meet and vegetable and rice, very refreshing special sauce, texture while eating are perfect for me. It’s never a too heavy for your stomach. I get full and stomach feeling not struggling digesting. The atmosphere of the restaurant, price, friendly staff. I always love come here when I travel to SF.

Can I just start by saying this place is amazing the food, the service, everything. Kristen a server who works there, always makes me and my roommates feel so welcomed her vibes and her aura are just everything. This one of my staples my comfort place. The place also has an amazing ambiance. This place has became one the places I come after a long day at work or just to get some food and catch up with friends or just come vibe by myself and grab a bite. Over all this place is amazing. I recommend getting the calamari as your appetizer if you come with a group of friends it's so delicious, but they also have a variety of delicious foods.

Returning home from a trip, the aromas from their kitchen called to me like a siren song. We were warmly welcomed by Steve, the manager, invited us to sit wherever we pleased. He efficiently served us piping hot soup and kindly corrected an order mix-up without charging us extra. He recommended the Hue Style Beef and Pork which was delicious and my partner had the Chicken Pho. Both broths were super solid. I was really impressed by Steve's exceptional hospitality, and we'll definitely be back for more because who wouldn't want to be treated like family?

I just ordered the house fresh spring rolls that come with pork and shrimp. If I had known the pork isn't fresh grilled pork I would have never had ordered it. It was a ham- bologna type pork. Not worth $15 for 2 of them. I ordered the papaya salad. It was sad. flavor wasn't right. I was horrified the bill was over $40 for just these two things as I wanted a light meal with a friend. I was speechless and couldn't bring myself to tell the server I greatly disliked the food....and I really wish I could get my money back.

First of all, I want to point out that the name of this restaurant, tanglad, translates to 'lemongrass' from tagalog, which I find inappropriate and misleading, considering that this is a Vietnamese restaurant in the Castro. If they wanted to emphasize authenticity of the Vietnamese cuisine, then they should've named it sả, the Vietnamese word for lemongrass. Aside from the incorrect linguistic nomenclature, the service was great. The food, however, was unfortunately subpar. The bun rieu tasted watered down, and the vegetables were undercooked. The bun bo hue wasn't much better. I'd say the egg rolls were honestly the best dish we got. Not super impressed overall.

Server gave me a menu to seat myself. I chose the patio in the front. Sat for about 5 minutes and no one attended. Two ladies walked in and sat inside and was immediately given water. I left promptly and won't be coming back again. Ate there prior. The food is okay. Pass on the bun hue. Nothing hue about it. Just pho refurbished. Went to my go to place in the castro. The Indian Restaurant. That place sat me and served me better. Also their cocktails are pretty unique and good.

The spring rolls were a lil expensive but they have generous amounts of shrimp had some fried rice paper in there which created a unique texture i really liked. Would absolutely recommend them. I tried out the beef pho and also the seafood pho. I thought the beef pho was okay the broth was good and true to the flavor but it felt a little watered down. The seafood pho had a good broth and I liked the veggies added but the proteins were okay. Overall would recommend, pretty decent pho for the area!

I ordered delivery from this place, and overall, it was great. The packaging was mostly fine--although the bean sprouts, jalapeño, and lime packets were a bit messy with some red oily residue, nothing had leaked. The broth had a slightly unusual smell, but the taste was excellent--spicy, rich, and wonderfully comforting. The portion size of the pho is huge. They even included free garlic noodles, which were delicious with a nice, strong garlic flavor. I'd definitely consider ordering from here again since it was such a satisfying experience.

I really want to like Tanglad since it's so convenient in the Castro, but on both our visits, the food has been so disappointing. Our first visit, we tried the pho and the broth was lukewarm, thin, and salty. Beef was overcooked and dry. Our recent visit, we tried the vermicelli with grilled pork and spring rolls, and the meat was again dry (how is your pork dry?), and the 3 rolls were little stumpy nubs of chewiness. The nuoc mam was watery, and uf, it just didn't work at all. The garlic noodles lacked any garlic flavor and seemed to immediately disappear into a lake of oil. Normally it's an oily dish, to be fair, but there's usually a flavor payoff. Instead, it tasted like a poor rendition of chow mein. The grilled chicken we got with the garlic noodles were...dry (there's a theme here), and the skin of the chicken had already waved goodbye and stayed behind on the grill. Don't be tempted by Tanglad's convenience, and head into the Mission to Thanh Tam II. It's worth the walk!

Came here on the last day of pride, and it was packed. It felt very unorganized, and it felt very uncomfortable squished up against a stranger when eating. The staff was obviously not equipped to handle such a rush. I ordered the bun rieu, which is my favorite Vietnamese dish. I was very disappointed. The soup was overly salty, to the point where I could not drink the soup. It ruined the entire dish. The toppings were delicious but I could not finish it. The garlic noodles however were amazing. It had that smokey wok flavor and the beef was cooked to perfection. I'm not sure if the food would be better when there isn't a rush but for now I am not keen on coming back.

Pretty standard Vietnamese food. Nice to have this option in the Castro, when there aren't many other options for Vietnamese around. I got the combination pho. I liked the beef tendon but the "rare steak" came fully cooked and a bit dry. The soup was tasty enough, but I didn't love the noodles. The fresh spring rolls come cut into thirds which was an interesting touch. I didn't love that their spring roll has some crunchy component in it. Good option if you're in the area with a Vietnamese food craving, but not worth seeking out for Vietnamese food.

Ordered takeout, and walking into the restaurant made me want to stay to eat. You can smell how all the flavors right when you walk it, and it is very appetizing. I would love to come back and sit and try different dishes when I have more time. As for takeout, it was great. The beef banh mi was amazing. Baguette was fresh, pate/mayo was delicious and the lemongrass beef was the savory and awesome. The Bun Bo Hue was incredible as well. It came with a ton of meat, so for $16-17 it is well worth it. Food came out super quickly, so if you put in a takeout order, it should be ready within 15 minutes.

So I decided I wanted some Vietnamese food today and I figured I'd just go ahead and try it out why I was in an area on Castro Street. The ambience seems cool. It was great with the vibes but I noticed she charged me right away and I was eating dining in. I didn't trip though, but usually restaurants charge you after you eat but because I'm black maybe she charge me right away I don't know because the next customers came in she sat them at a table and they ordered food without even paying upfront now, how do you think that made me feel? I felt discriminated. And I even left a nice tip for my food to be under $40 bucks. And the weird thing she called me sis and turn around and discriminated me and my face. They need to do better and I will not return there again because the food wasn't great . it was very bland flavor wasn't on point.

Convenient spot in the Castro with a cute little patio area! I thought their food was nothing to write home about though. I ordered the grilled pork and imperial rolls with vermicelli (which is pretty hard to mess up IMO) but it really lacked flavor. Portion size was great though.

I've ordered via delivery a few times now and the experience has been consistently delicious. I'm a vegetarian and their offerings are above average - even their spring rolls are next level - but my carnivore gf craves their food too so this is 2 thumbs up for both kinds of eaters.

After frequenting stores to find concert outfits, we ended up at Tanglad for lunch. My SO and I are always down for some Vietnamese grub. SERVICE Friendly staff upon entrance, and we were seated quickly. Service is swift. FOOD/DRINK * Iced Vietnamese Coffee - This was a no-go. We ordered two, and the coffee tasted watered down. I appreciate Tanglad using phin filters, but something wasn't right. Either the brewing is off, or the coffee quality isn't excellent. I asked the server to remake my coffee, only to come out tasting about the same: bland. It wasn't bold enough and lacked condensed milk. * Spring Rolls - The spring rolls were freshly made but lackluster, mainly due to the peanut dipping sauce. It wasn't flavorful. * Lemongrass Pork Banh Mi - The baguette itself was ok. The meat had some lemongrass flavor but could be more flavorful. The pickled carrots and daikon were good. However, the entire banh mi just looked a little sad. It could use more protein and topping. View photo. * 5 Spice Chicken Banh Mi - The same goes for this Banh mi. It just lacked protein. There were only several pieces of chicken in the sandwich. The flavor of the five spices was subtle. It needed more seasoning. Overall, the lunch was an average one. Have I had better? Yes. Was it the worst lunch? No. I presume this is a newer restaurant, so I'd like to see them develop, listen to the feedback from Yelp reviews, and work on the flavors as they advertise.

Food: Ever since moving to SF, this has been one of my comfort spots in the city for pho. The food is AMAZING and very authentic. The broth is rich, the noodle is cooked just right, and there is always generous portions of meat and veggies. Being half Vietnamese and born in Sacramento surrounded by a lot of pho restaurants, I have had my fair share of pho. I have tried the BBH, bun rieu (crab noodle soup), and pho dac biet (rice beef variety noodle soup) here and each one of it slaps! Environment: Located in the heart of the castro, there is a very lively and beautiful feel to the restaurant. The staff are super friendly and very accommodating. Some of the nicest people out there! When my friends visit, I always make sure to take them here!

Came in on a Saturday night for dinner around 8pm. It was a rainy night, so found parking right in front of the restaurant. It's a tiny mom and pop vibe in the restaurant. Got the spring rolls that were very fresh and came with a peanut sauce Also got the chicken pho with white meat. Perfect comforting bowl of soup with chicken, noodles. My friend got the chicken pho with dark meat and replaced noodles with veggies.

As far as vietnamese food goes, this place is pretty mid. Not bad for a quick soup fix if you're in the area, but nothing mind blowing. Service was excellent though! Not sure if I would return.

I love this place, its always a vibe. Especially on rainy days! If you're around the area, definitely check them out ! Steven, Kristen and the rest of their staff are always so nice and helpful! The food always hits !

We stopped by for lunch after a series of failed restaurant attempts in the Castro, and I'm glad we did! My pork vermicelli bowl was refreshing, and their egg rolls were delicious. My boyfriend also enjoyed his banh mi, although we wish it had some pâté. *Also hi Kristen!!

Honestly some of the best food and service i've had in a really long time. Thank you for treating me like family!

I visited Tanglad with a big group of friends and my dog. I was worried that we could not eat here with my dog, but thankfully, they had a covered patio area where my dog could join us. We got seated right away, with half of us inside and the other half out on the patio. The place had a nice casual vibe, but it smelled amazing and smoky. For my meal, I went with the Combo Plate with garlic noodles (a $2 addon), and it was delicious. The garlic noodles were hands down the best I've ever had--they had a lot of flavor by themselves, unlike other places where they just taste a little like garlic. The grilled pork chop was also excellent, with a perfect char and sauce flavor. The chicken wings were crispy and juicy, although I found they lacked flavor on their own and needed a dip in the fish sauce. The imperial roll was okay, it basically just a small egg roll with taro in it. I also tried some of my boyfriend's Combination banh mi--it was pretty good, with a really nice crusty bread. However, it was on the smaller side, and I wished there was more meat. Service-wise, it was decent--nothing special or bad about it. Overall, everyone seemed to enjoy their food, and I would definitely come back for their rice platters and those amazing garlic noodles.

My husband and I were looking for a place near by since the holiday weekend and we did not feel like cooking and we stumbled upon Tanglad. Although it does not look like much on the outside once you walk in you can just smell all that delicious food that they are making! We were able to speak with the lady working for a bit and learned that her in laws run this lovely place. Just wanted to say not to believe every review that is written on here, the food and service is so lovely and totally worth the hype. Will definitely be back!

The quality of this place has gone way down over the last 2 years. Service is still fast and friendly but the quality of food has gone down. Also they need to pay more attention to the cleanliness of the place as well as getting a better exhaust fan.

INCREDIBLE SPOT! Service was awesome. They were extremely attentive, kind, efficient, helpful, and professional yet friendly. Ambiance, design, and layout? Peaceful and aesthetic. The decor included a cute plant wall and nice wooden furniture, and the space was open and comfortable. Food? Amazing. So tasty and healthy-feeling (I left with a full belly but didn't feel stuffed or overly heavy). My favorite was the garlic noodle dish with lemongrass beef; a delicious Vietnamese classic with garlic butter-laden egg noodles stir fried with their house sauce, green onions, Romano, and veggies (bok choi and broccoli). I ordered it with an egg, and all together with the sweet lemongrass beef, it was a meal I would order again and again. We ordered the Banh Mi (Vietnamese Sandwich) with the same lemongrass beef and it was mouth-watering as well, the cilantro, cucumber, pickled daikon and carrots, and meat melding together perfectly inside a super light and fluffy baguette. Drinks: We each got a Thai Tea and it was great, not too sweet. And the servers were on the ball in ensuring our water cups were filled the whole time.

Right in the heart of colorful Castro, you're not going to find many Vietnamese eateries quite like this one. For starters, we were able to customize the spring rolls, choosing shrimp, pork or both. They are obviously made to order, fresh, super delicious and easy to eat - meaning the bendy rice wrap is elastic but soft and easy to bite through. Service overall is prompt, friendly and efficient. Everything, and I mean everything ordered was top notch, with hearty, unique flavors that really speak to you. For example, Hue Style Beef and Pork With pork, brisket flank, tendon, mixed with lemongrass sate and rice noodle red broth. Just like grandma would make it - with love. Grilled Lemongrass Beef and Imperial Rolls Vermicelli menu - beef is smothered with curry like sauce. Tasted this one and it was good. Garlic Noodles with Chicken A magnificent stir fry with fresh veggies (broccoli) and very garlicky garlic noodles. Reminded me of garlic fries at the ballpark... here, the chicken definitely compliments the noodles - not the other way around. Vietnamese Iced Coffee Loved how they are served in jugs and not plastic. It's cold. It's strong. It's exactly what you need. This is a must stop whenever I am in the Castro. My mouth waters just thinking about this experience.

I absolutely love this place. came here with a friend after a long day at work and this meal was exactly what I needed. The restaurant is warm and cozy, with plenty of tables and seating. We got seated right away, and the interior aesthetic is simple + minimalistic. The menu isn't excessively long and prices were very reasonable. The staff were very kind and sweet, and our food came ridiculously fast, within 5-10 minutes. we ordered the chicken pho, combination pho, and spring rolls as an appetizer: - pho: HUGE portion size, there was no skimping out on the noodles or the meat. the noodles were on the thinner side but so soft they melted in your mouth. The meat was thinly sliced and not chewy at all. Broth was warm and rich, and the pho came with plenty of bean sprouts, basil and green onions, which I love. - spring rolls: 2 very incredibly large spring rolls that are sliced into 6 pieces total. There was a lot of filling but that definitely made it harder to pick up and easier to spill out. The peanut sauce that came with it didn't have as thick of a consistency as I expected but was good -- would highly recommend dipping the rolls in the peanut sauce for more flavor Great spot for a warm bowl of noodle soup on a cold rainy day!

Really cute place but most of the items are "ok". I've tried the noodle soups, banh mi, and garlic noodle plates. Everything is definitely decent and I come here because it's close. If I didn't live a short drive away, I probably wouldn't frequent often. Banh mi feels a bit skimped and can definitely use more of everything. The garlic noodles aren't too garlic tasting and a bit dry. As for the noodle soup, the broth was not bad, but nothing memorable. It's almost like using beef stock and adding noodles.

Absolutely love this spot for healthy, quick, and comforting meals! We're huge fans of the 5-spice chicken--it's our go-to every time. The food always hits the mark, but what really makes this place special is the warmth of the staff. They're genuinely kind and welcoming, making you feel right at home every visit. Highly recommend!

Amazing. My kid ate her entire bowl. Calming ambiance and great service. We'll be back!

Overall - One of my favorite restaurants in the city, and jostling for top spot in the Castro (big praise cuz I'm there all the time). Bustling but cozy, excellent and prompt staff, and some of the tastiest noodles I've ever had. Rating: 5.5 of 5 Ambiance - very cozy half-booth dining room with a patio-ish, smaller room in the front. It's a little tightly packed, but the warm lighting softening the wood features makes it comfortable. The vine wall is a lot of fun in the "patio", and the wall art is really well curated. Rating: 5 of 5 Service - very prompt and very friendly. You feel like you're at a Bay Area eatery with Bay Area staff. They're all super friendly and they all work very hard for such a pleasant demeanor. Rating: 5 of 5 Food - The menu is deceiving in a very, very good way. You have your standard Vietnamese American dishes listed, but they are all elevated in such an incredible way. Their veggie pho is chock full of veggies and noodles and the broth is surprisingly hearty for being veggie stock. The garlic noodles are the star of the show here, to the point that I crave them regularly. They don't skimp on the garlic or oil, and the portions are great. Definitely in the higher percentiles of dishes in the Bay, top 5 in the Castro area. Rating: 5 of 5 Scoring modifiers: - Price: very reasonably priced, especially in a neighborhood that charges $6 for a slice of pizza for whatever reason. +.5 - Additional Fees: none of note. +/-0 Rating Modification Adjustment Total: +.5 Notes: - Wait times - very reasonable. I've been here over a dozen times and the experience is almost always the same, regardless of how busy. Less than 5 mins to sit, less than 5 mins to order, less than 10 mins that the food hits your table, 10 mins to get the bill and settle up after wrapping up. - What to Get: Garlic. Noodles.

Very nice hostess/waitress. Cute ambiance. Delicious imperial rolls and phó. Definitely will be coming back!

My fav vietnamese spot in the city - have come here multiple times and as someone that loves trying new spots and very rarely visits the same establishment again and again, that should mean a lot :P They have always been consistent with solid food, fair prices, good portion sizes and good value. I'm vegetarian - their pho is awesome and always hits the spot, and the bahn mi tofu is great as well. My hubby has enjoyed everything he's gotten as well and I know he really likes the 5 spice chicken. Love that it's such a reliable spot. Service is friendly and ambiance is casual!

My friends and I were lured by the smell of pho at Tanglad. We passed by this restaurant a couple of times, so it was a good opportunity to check it out. Tanglad is in the middle of the streets of the Castro neighborhood. Inside the restaurant is pretty cozy and San Francisco does get warmer at this time of the year. There is an indoor seating with open windows to see people walking by. The servers we had were really nice. The tables were really clean, but there are a few flies hovering around the food. The exterior seating has an elegant plant display on the wall. It brings out the rainforest vibe. The food I had ordered was bun rieu. I think a lot of their menu items are less than $18.00 which is surprising considering that San Francisco is an expensive city. The food was quite affordable and the portions were huge. I did not finish the bun rieu but it was delicious, although I thought it was odd that they included some giant shrimps in the dish. I thought it didn't blend in well together, but everything else was fantastic. My friends enjoyed the noodles they ate here. The menu does not have a lot of items, but it is enough to fulfill your appetite.

I have had lunch here a handful of times, and have enjoyed it every time. The staff is friendly and efficient, perfect for a lunch that gets you back to work with room to breathe. Otherwise it is comfortable enough to relax, meet a friend for lunch, catch up and enjoy a meal. The pho choices are fun and inventive, and enough, frankly, to share. We also like getting their Fresh Spring Rolls, and the fried rolls (Imperial Rolls), ...and of course, the Garlic Noodles. We love their Ice Coffee, made with Cafe DuMonde (New Orleans) Coffee, so it's smooth. I'm not a sandwich person, but I must say that the Bon Mi sandwiches at the table next door looked hearty and enticing. The food is delicious, the staff is fun, and we love having something different to choose from in the Castro. The Prices are fair, too.

Food was delicious-Garlic noodles with pork! A bit loud and tightly seated, not a date place. I'll be going back

Came here on a Tuesday night right before Barry's and had immediate seating! Good: - Fast service and good portion sizes - Good pricing, not too expensive! - Loved the bun rieu, it was very tasty and warm and liked the tomato soup and noodle texture Bad: - More casual dine in place - No frills experience Overall solid Vietnamese experience!

The pho was pretty solid, though the broth wasn't super flavorful -- it was missing some salt and a little flat compared to other broths I've had. Still enjoyable. The rare steak was also good but not super tender. The pork banh mi was quite enjoyable, and I'd give that a 4 stars. Service was fast and friendly and I liked the open air seating.

So enjoyed the food, service, ambiance. Not only is it Street Food it's a proud Family Business. The young man now @ the helm, delightfull! The hints of cinnamon in my leftover pho broth tasted delish the next day.

I popped in here after my soulcycle class and got a grilled lemongrass pork sandwich! The meat was juicy and tender, super flavorful and the sandwich itself came with a good amount of toppings. If you want to add additional toppings, it's only $0.50 more! They toast up the bread so it's crunchy and warm. My friend and I got seated right away and the food came out very fast!

Got two dishes to shared and they taste good nothing to complain about. The service was fast and the store sit right on a busy street.

I ordered takeout here recently, and everything was delicious! I was craving something warm and soupy on a cold day, and the combination pho was just what I needed. Portions were good, items were packed nicely, and the broth was tasty. My partner got the garlic noodles, which was delicious as well. We also got some fresh spring rolls with shrimp, which came with a flavorful dipping sauce and some extra veggies on the side. Can't wait to dine in next time!

A good location right in the heart of the Castro, and they have a nice open space in the front. The place has a decent amount of seating and service is fast! The pho didn't blow my mind but definitely hits the spot when you have a pho craving. The pho ranges around $15-17, which is a bit on the pricier side.

I came here off the recommendation from infatuationsf as a spot for garlic noodles. So bear in mind this is coming from a garlic noodle only point of view. Honestly the noodles was decent but nothing particularly special, flavour was OK. The egg was a nice addition and the lemongrass beef also nothing special. A decent eat but for the price I don't think I'd come here again for garlic noodles. Service was friendly and ambience was nice. Thee food came out pretty fast

10/10 amazing food, service, and energy! The food is always delicious and fresh. Every time I come here with my friends we get great service from Kristen. She makes sure we feel welcome and that our experience is excellent throughout our visit. Kristen makes the ambiance and experience a whole lot better.

Best garlic noodles I've ever had. My lady was very satisfied when she tried this for the first time. We definitely will be back

Completely unexpected delicious bowl of pho for lunch on a cold, wet day. Order was taken quickly and accurately; paid at the counter, took a seat--and then very quickly, a huge bowl of hot, flavorful, and yet, not-too-salty or spicy pho suddenly appeared in front of me, with an accompanying plate of sprouts, fresh mint, green chilis, and a lime slice. Service was done with a smile and speed. So happy. I was full and warm when I left; I will come back!

Sadly probably a "one and done" for me. I'd heard good things and been curious about this neighborhood spot for a while. Unfortunately it didn't really match up to other Vietnamese places I've been to. I ordered the fresh rolls and the chicken pho (regular, not the five-spice). Rolls were dry and not very flavorful. Similarly the pho broth wasn't super flavorful, the chicken was questionable, and the accompaniments were wilted and poor quality. I sat in the outside area at the front of the restaurant and even there was hit with very intense cooking smells. Pretty sure if I'd have eaten inside my evening would have consisted of doing laundry while taking a long shower. I feel bad for the people who work here - owners please invest in some (better) extractor fans! Sure, it's probably the only Vietnamese spot in this part of town (no excuse for poor quality) but in future, if I was craving this cuisine, I'd head to a different neighborhood or just order takeout from somewhere else that I know is good.

We came to this place for garlic noodles. But it turns out that we like the Pho better than the garlic noodles. The Pho is great. We ordered the #11(rare beef). The beef is fresh and the soup tastes good. On another side, the garlic noodles are way too sweet and not have any "garlic" taste. This may be my personal preference. I chosen the lemongrass beef and that was the good decision. But I like this place overall so still a 5 star.