Best Pho Restaurants in Castro
2 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Tanglad
Street-food menu with broad range from pho to banh mi.
Notable Picks
#1
Tanglad
8.3
Vibes:
Quick Bites Champions
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Trendy Table Hotspots
Casual Vietnamese street-food spot in the heart of the Castro serving pho, bun rieu, rice plates and banh mi with quick counter service. Locals come for five-spice chicken, lemongrass beef, and a comforting bowl of noodle soup without a long wait.
Must-Try Dishes:
Bún riêu (tomato-crab noodle soup), Garlic noodles, Grilled lemongrass beef vermicelli
What Makes it Special: Street-food menu with broad range from pho to banh mi.
Worthy Picks
#2
Castro Tarts
7.7
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
Family Friendly Favorites
Outdoor Dining Oasis
Daytime café in Duboce Triangle offering Vietnamese sandwiches, simple pho, and coffee alongside bakery items. It’s a low-key stop for a quick bánh mì and iced Vietnamese coffee on the patio.
Must-Try Dishes:
Lemongrass pork bánh mì, Beef pho, Vietnamese iced coffee
What Makes it Special: Bánh mì and pho from a café with outdoor seating.