Pho Tan Hoa - Menu

This is the most excellent pho I've had since leaving Saigon. I highly recommend trying the phở đặc biệt, the special noodle soup—it's the best!

Incredible pho! I ordered takeout, and even after it sat in the car for hours while I ran errands, it was still fantastic. They package the noodles, broth, and toppings separately, which prevents everything from getting soggy.

This restaurant is not in a very good area so please be careful and watch your surroundings. As far as the food it was just ok! Also if you decide to eat here make sure you bring CASH they do not accept cards (atm is located inside if you forget) View menu

Extra Large Beef combination Pho is a must if you are staying near the Tenderloin area. Extra large means the bowl is extra large too. Tripe, raw beef, beef balls, stomach and tendon. Soup is full of flavour and the pho texture is amazing. Will definitely come again.

This restaurant serves the best traditional pho! I absolutely love all the beef options, and my husband appreciates the chance to enjoy some delicious tripe. Please note that they only accept cash for all transactions. The street it's on has a high number of homeless individuals, and this is a casual fast-casual eatery, so don't expect the ambiance of a typical American sit-down restaurant.

I don't know why Turtle Tower and Golden Star are higher rated, but this place definitely has the best pho out of the bunch. Also the service is lightning fast; probably the fastest in the bay area. It is in the tenderloin so watch out for the homeless junkies who tend to loiter around out front. It's truly amazing how 5,6,10 years later, it still tastes the same: delicious. Best sf lunch ever View menu

Stick to the beef pho, clearly the house specialty. One of few noodle houses open for breakfast in the Tenderloin — a plus. Standard Vietnamese appetizers, good but not over the top. Full-flavored bone broth, best accompanied with black pepper and homemade chili oil. Forego the sriracha and hoisin which will cover the subtle aromatics. Any combination of beef toppings served by numbered order — in small, medium and large. Seafood pho and fresh spring rolls, decent.

There’s little more to say about dining here than that the food is outstanding. The medium-sized bowl of pho I was served had a wonderfully tasty broth that didn’t require any additional spices or seasonings, but it was even better with the lemon, mint leaves, and jalapeños provided on the side. The meat was tender and flavorful, making the overall meal exceptional. The tea was enjoyable, and the staff was attentive, but those aren’t the main reasons to visit. Come for the pho, keep returning for the pho, and enjoy the nice touches, like good service and tea.

The patrons dining nearby were raving about their noodles in their native language, which says a lot—they clearly know their Southeast Asian cuisine well. I can wholeheartedly agree that my dry noodles were outstanding as well. My meal, including a traditional Vietnamese iced coffee, came to $22 with tax and tip. One thing to note: this restaurant is located in the heart of the Tenderloin district, where I noticed at least three people passed out on the sidewalk. Be cautious of where you step if you care about your shoes and your car's interior. While the restaurant itself is clean, the exterior has unfortunately deteriorated significantly in 2021. View menu