Best Pho Restaurants in SoMa (94103)
4 hand-picked restaurants, AI-analyzed and critic-validated
Notable Picks
8.3
Vibes:
Business Lunch Power Players
Quick Bites Champions
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Group Dining Gatherings
Long-running SoMa spot known for northern-leaning pho, bun bo hue, and Hanoi specialties done with clean broths and balanced seasoning. It’s a reliable lunch-to-dinner choice near Moscone with efficient service and consistent execution.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pho Bo (beef pho), Bun Bo Hue, Cha Ca La Vong
What makes it special: Northern-style broths and Hanoi classics in a central SoMa setting.
#2
Tú Lan
8.1
Vibes:
Hidden Gems Heaven
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Mid-Market institution (since the late ’70s) known for fast, hearty Vietnamese plates and no-nonsense bowls of pho. Locals come for value, speed, and old-school flavors rather than décor.
Must-Try Dishes:
Imperial Rolls (chả giò), Pork kebab over rice (cơm thịt nướng), Pho đặc biệt
What makes it special: Old-school Vietnamese comfort food with generous portions and fast pacing.
Worthy Picks
7.9
Newer SoMa entrant pouring rich beef broths with options like oxtail and late-night hours. It’s a practical stop for post-game or after-shift pho near the 6th & Bryant corridor.
Must-Try Dishes:
Oxtail Pho, Bun Bo Hue, Grilled Pork Vermicelli
What makes it special: Bold, beefy broths with specialty options like oxtail.
#4
Pho Star
7.6
Mission Dolores newcomer offering straightforward bowls and banh mi in a casual dining room. Handy for a quick warm-up before or after 16th Street bar hops.
Must-Try Dishes:
Rare steak pho, Chicken pho, Five-spice chicken banh mi
What makes it special: Accessible pho and banh mi near the 16th Street nightlife strip.