Others: Best Pho
We have 4 classic and 3 upscale pho locations listed so far. The classic list is an inexpensive hot bowl that 90% of the guests are eating, and the upscale list are dishes built with the quality ingredients that restaurant is known for.
What makes the best Pho? Some things we are fans of include:
- Flavor of the broth.
- Quality of the meat.
- Adds
My favorite is rare beef slices served on the side. Top notch places will give you a separate small bowl of broth so you can cook the meat to your temp without bringing down the temp of the entree. Yuko prefers a wider variety of meats (organs). We both like to spice up the broth. A couple spoons of the hot chili oil, and one to two tablespoons of red vinegar creates the perfect base. Then toss in the peppers, sprouts, and leaves.
Our Classic List:
- PHO#1 Noodle House (website) - Vietnamese eatery serving pho & other noodle dishes in a sunny, colorful space with banquettes. - A1 ChaGio - $8.50 - 14 PhoBo Tai - $11.50, $12.50
- Pho Huong Viet - American Canyon (website) - Small pho house in a strip mall along Hwy 29 between North Vallejo and American Canyon. - A2) ChaGio (4) - $8.25 - 3) Tai - $13.75
- Pho Lee Hoa Phat 7 - Fairfield (website) - Low-key spot offering a menu of standard Vietnamese fare like pho, beef noodle soup & mango shakes.
- Vuong Pho Noodle House - Fairfield (no website) - Pho noodle house. - 16) Tai - $13.75
Tier 1
Our Upscale List:
- Q Restaurant & Bar - Napa (website) - A modern, casual dining experience located in downtown Napa Valley featuring American Heritage fare including authentic Memphis Style Barbeque, Southern Fried Chicken, Warming Soups, Vibrant Salads. - Beef Brisket Pho - $23
- Kitchen Door - Napa (website) - Restaurant offering eclectic fare in a casual space with industrial accents & outdoor seats.
- Chicken Pho Ga - $19
- Napa Noodles - Napa (website) - Napa Noodles fuses the tastes of Asian Noodles with Napa Valley cuisines. Specialties include house made noodles, savory soups, slow roasted meats, seasonal salads, flavorful rice dishes, Asian beers, sake, and local wines.