From Roger’s notebook

Vietnamese

A reliable City Heights pho stop

Latest recorded visit2008-08-01
“I have to say that Pho King is pho-king good!”
Roger, Google Maps review (2008-08-01)

Vietnamese

Pho King

City Heights, San DiegoRecommended

A City Heights pho restaurant located across from Pho Hoa that Roger rated 5 stars, praising friendly service, generous com tam thit nuong portions, and a well-balanced pho with not too much MSG.

The call

Start with pho dac biet or com tam thit nuong, and check the restaurant’s current menu before you go.

What to order

  • Pho dac biet
  • Com tam thit nuong

Best for

  • A reliable City Heights pho stop

From Roger’s Foursquare

Roger’s tips on Pho King

On Roger’s lists: Guide to San Diego's best spots, Must-visit Vietnamese Restaurants in San Diego.

Source-backed notes

Visit history

Checked in 35 times on Yelp and Swarm, most recently Nov 25, 2023. See the check-in log

2008-08-01day precision · source explicit
★★★★★
“I have to say that Pho King is pho-king good!”

Located across from the well-known Pho Hoa. The com tam thit nuong (bbq pork with broken rice) came in large, not-overgrilled portions, though pre-sliced. The pho was well-balanced with a good amount of noodles and meat and not too much MSG.

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