What is the best Pho restaurant in Tenderloin?

Bodega SF is our top pick for Pho restaurants in Tenderloin, scoring 8.9/10. Modern Vietnamese fine dining with a family legacy since 2003

Any insider tips for Bodega SF?

Bar seating available for walk-ins

What should I order at Bodega SF?

Ask Billy tasting menu, garlic noodles, Northern pho

When should I visit Bodega SF?

Dinner for full experience with cocktails

Who should go to Bodega SF?

Date nights and Vietnamese food enthusiasts

Any insider tips for Mong Thu Cafe?

Cash only - only 4 tables so takeout often faster

What should I order at Mong Thu Cafe?

Bun rieu, chicken pho, corn pudding dessert

When should I visit Mong Thu Cafe?

Early morning for breakfast pho experience

Who should go to Mong Thu Cafe?

Soup lovers seeking authentic Vietnamese home cooking

Any insider tips for Pho Tan Hoa?

Cash only - arrive before 5pm as they close early

What should I order at Pho Tan Hoa?

House special pho, rare beef pho, Vietnamese coffee

When should I visit Pho Tan Hoa?

Weekday lunch for shortest waits

Who should go to Pho Tan Hoa?

Pho purists seeking authentic broths

Any insider tips for Golden Era Vegan Restaurant?

Large groups of 5+ can make reservations

What should I order at Golden Era Vegan Restaurant?

Vegan pho, clay pot dishes, house-made vegan desserts

When should I visit Golden Era Vegan Restaurant?

Dinner service for full menu availability

Who should go to Golden Era Vegan Restaurant?

Plant-based eaters and curious omnivores

Best Pho Restaurants in Tenderloin (94102)

4 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked

Last Updated: February 2026

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Our Top Pick

Bodega SF

Modern Vietnamese fine dining with a family legacy since 2003

Notable Picks

#1 Bodega SF

8.9

$$$ Union Square/Tenderloin

Vibes: Date Night Magic Trendy Table Hotspots Instagram Worthy Wonders Happy Hour Hotspots

Matthew Ho's modern interpretation of his family's Bodega Bistro legacy brings elevated Northern Vietnamese cuisine back to the Tenderloin. The tasting menu and creative cocktails complement traditional dishes like bun cha and authentic Hanoi-style pho.

Must-Try Dishes: Northern Style Pho, Bun Cha (Pork & Noodles), Bo Tai Chanh (Beef Carpaccio)

What makes it special: Modern Vietnamese fine dining with a family legacy since 2003

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#2 Mong Thu Cafe

8.4

$ Tenderloin

Vibes: Hidden Gems Heaven Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance Comfort Food Classics Solo Dining Sanctuaries

Family-run since 1993, this tiny cafe serves exceptional Vietnamese comfort food with distinct broths for each soup variety. The bun rieu and chicken pho draw devoted regulars to this cash-only gem where portions overflow and prices stay remarkably low.

Must-Try Dishes: Bun Rieu (Crab Tomato Soup), Pho Ga (Chicken Pho), Banh Mi Bo Kho (Beef Stew Sandwich)

What makes it special: Multiple distinct soup broths made fresh daily in tiny kitchen

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#3 Pho Tan Hoa

8.2

$ Tenderloin

Vibes: Hidden Gems Heaven Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance Quick Bites Champions

Since 1996, this Tenderloin institution has been serving traditional Vietnamese pho with rich, complex broths and generous portions of quality beef. The no-frills atmosphere focuses entirely on delivering authentic flavors that have earned mentions in travel guides worldwide.

Must-Try Dishes: Pho Dac Biet (House Special), Pho Tai (Rare Beef), Bun Bo Hue (Spicy Beef Noodle)

What makes it special: Authentic Northern Vietnamese pho with 28 years of consistency

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#4 Golden Era Vegan Restaurant

7.8

$$ Civic Center

Vibes: Healthy Haven Family Friendly Favorites Comfort Food Classics

Operating since 1999, this fully vegan Vietnamese restaurant offers plant-based versions of traditional dishes including several pho variations. The clay pot dishes and house-made desserts have earned a devoted following among vegans and omnivores alike.

Must-Try Dishes: Vegan Pho with Tofu, Lemongrass 'Chicken' Clay Pot, Spicy Noodle Soup

What makes it special: 100% vegan Vietnamese cuisine with no compromise on traditional flavors

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