Pho 888

This place had great food. Very fresh and good service as well. It Closed :(

This place is good. Not the best but convenient. Easy to get to. Street parking kind of sucks. I have stopped coming here I don’t know why. I got some rumors saying this place closed down or who knows what. The phở was pretty tasty and service was great. I think someone told me they stopped accepting credit cards and knowing me… I never carry cash around… i quit going…
oh well.

Came in about 2 months ago from the reviews here. First 3 – 4 visit was excellent… then came the last visit.
I’m the type of person that likes to pour my Phở with fish sauce. I prefer things on the saltier side. When I poured the fish sauce in my spoon to measure… I see these little things come out of the fish sauce. I was like wtf?
As I look closer to examine what it was… ANTS… I totally flipped out. I went to another table to grab another container of fish sauce and still there were ants… I asked for the Manager and showed him the ANTS. He then examined all of the fish sauce and found that all of them had ANTS in them!!! He pulled them off the tables and brought me a little dish with fish sauce in it for myself.
They never offered an apology or discounted my meal… Of course I didn’t touch my meal after seeing these ANTS. The manager’s explanation is that it was hot the last couple of days and the ants somehow got inside of the bottle. (These bottles with a small opening???) damn… Smells kinda fishy here… like ANT FISH-​SAUCE.

I didn’t like this place so much. The only reason being is that I ordered to go and it took forever. Maybe the don’t do a lot of takeout. Also the amount of food they gave vs other phở places wasn’t as much for the price. The food was good but I think I can go to other places for a better deal. Don’t get me wrong on the flavor. It was good.

This place rocks!
The food is so tasty. I usually drop by on the way home from work (5 – 7 pm) and I am always surprised that the place is empty. There is a sign saying the place is under new management but I can’t speak for what the difference, if any, in the food quality has taken place.
I’m not a big fan of Chinese food/​rice but I usually get the Phở soup/​noodles. It comes with bamboo shoots, sliced peppers, and this really tasty minty leaf (kinda like cilantro– it rocks too).
I stopped by 2 – 3 days ago during the SD heat wave and, even though I was only there for takeout, the male server brought out a tall glass of ice water with lemon. It hit the spot!
You gotta try this place if you like broth-​like soups, Asian food, or are looking for something new for your palette.

We liked it so much, that we made had another phở date at Phở 888.
I stand by my earlier review. This place is terrific. The food is so delicious and the owners are very, very friendly.
There are really only two things I can see as potential negatives for Phở 888. First, they still don’t have the ‘Salted Lemonade” beverage we’ve been so eager to try since we first saw it on the menu, and second, the fish sauce they bring out in little cups for every dish does give off a funky odor. We had to politely ask them to take back three of the cups, because they were a little overpowering. I guess it’s an acquired thing.
You might find yourself being the only guests at the restaurant. It’s a brand new business, and West Chula Vista isn’t exactly an Asian food destination. It’s very taco shop Mexican or commercial American. There was only one other party dining during our first visit, and we had the whole place to ourselves this last time around.
The owners recognized us and welcomed us back. We chatted a little bit with them about their business. They are in the process of rearranging their menu, and the cook is trying out some new Vietnamese desserts. They surprised us with a sample, and it was very good.
We hope we can finally order that Salted Lemonade real soon. ;)

Went for lunch yesterday. Was actually shocked when I walked in because we were the only customers but I decided to trust my fellow Unilocalers and so I stayed and ate.
So very glad I did.
The Shrimp Phở was great.
Staff was attentive and very nice. I actually forgot my keys on the table. When I called to ask if they had found them I was told they would hold them for me.
Never in a million years would I have dreamt that W. CV would have such great tasting Phở. My mouth is watery just thinking about it.
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Stopped by because of all the grand reviews here on Unilocal and because it’s a convenient 5 minutes away from parent’s house when I stop by to visit.
First off, the interior is beautiful so don’t be fooled by the ghetto-​chic exterior. Service was fast and friendly. Food, fantastic. Hubs and I shared the Cornish Hen with fried rice, Chicken Phở (tasty broth), Rice Vermicelli with Egg Roll and BBQ Pork. Good stuff and pretty presentation as well.
Still a bigger fan of Phuong Trang but Phở 888 gets my vote regardless. It’s definitely got the best décor and service!

Awesome food, great prices, friendly service, relaxed atmosphere.
Try the thick, black, POTENT Vietnamese coffee with condensed milk on ice. It’s one of my life’s great pleasures to patiently watch the little coffee-​steamer slowly drip, drip, drip the dark, sticky jet fuel into the glass it sits on. Once it’s done, pour it in the other glass you were given with ice and condensed milk and be prepared to get jittery. Makes you want to sit outside and smoke a cigarette while you sip, and I’m not really a smoker.
The food is outstanding too!
Try the «beef stew». Lots of tender, juicy, flavorful cuts ranging from the choice bits to wonderful sticky, fatty, gutty stuff. The sweet, sweet, not-​too-​tender carrots are to savor! The broth is some exotic, out of this world concoction of tastes-​like-​nothing-​else spices. Served with fresh, hot, crusty baguette for the dippin’.
Priced very reasonably too!
GOOD GOD PUT SOME MUSIC ON THOUGH!!!

You have got to be kidding me! Youve got two of the best Phở places in San Diego (Phở Vinh, Phở 888) on the same street!!! I can honestly say that I am lucky to be living in close proximity to both of these places since I love to eat Phở!
You ever hear the saying «Don’t Judge a Book by It’s Cover?» Well, that goes perfectly with this Phở place right here. My fellow friend and Unilocaler Chris P. has always been telling me to try the Phở here. So one day me and my girlfriend drove by, parked in front, and saw a yellow painted wall with beat down Christmas lights. We looked at each other with this «ARE YOU SERIOUS!!!» look on our faces… The place looked like an old antique shop to me! Hesitant to walk in but once we did, the place was huge, clean, and very classy looking! That totally caught me off guard!!!
First off, I have to say that Phở is up there as on of my favorite foods of all time (#1 Hot Wings). Now youre average Phở eater can’t probably tell the difference between good and bad Phở, well I can and this place serves the best Phở that I have ever tasted (Sorry Phở Vinh, but it’s true!). And I’ll tell you why… GRILLED MEATS!!!
(I have to type this out in all caps…)GENIUS!!! THEYVE ACTUALLY GOT PHO ON THE MENU WHERE YOU CAN ACTUALLY ORDER THE MEAT SEPARATELY GRILLED AND ADD IT TO YOUR SOUP YOURSELF, GIVING THE PHO A CERTAIN TANGY FLAVOR THAT NO OTHER PLACE CAN!!! IF PERFECTION WAS A FLAVOR, I DEFINITELY HAD LOTS OF IT THAT DAY!!! GENIUS I TELL YOU!!!
I don’t know if any other Phở places in San Diego offer that, but Phở 888 was the first time I ever experienced something like that and I for sure was impressed!!! The service here was excellent and the staff is always extra friendly. Vietnamese restaurants always seem to that the friendliest service!!! Not to mention that the prices were not that bad!!! Relatively average compared other Phở places, but not in taste!!! Phở 888 takes the cake on that one.
Simply put, DELICOUS PHO! Don’t be fooled by the outside look of the store. Come on in and experience the best Phở you will ever have in San Diego. A large restaurant that can cater a large party or even on a nice date. Delicious food, great service, friendly atmosphere, decent prices… I’m sorry Phở Vinh, but I’m leeeavvinggggg, never coming back again! © Jesse McCartney

This place cemented my love for Phở.
I had been to a few other places, but Phở 888 delivers in food, ambiance and staff… all awesome!!! The quality of the food is superb and the prices are very affordable. I’ve been there about 4 times, and the staff always give a friendly and personable experience. Love this place!

In the meanwhile I added 2 more visits to Pho888, both times to introduce Phở newbees to this location. Both times it was a hit, satisfaction guaranteed. It’s hard to go try out another Phở restaurant knowing that Pho888 delivers the real deal.

Wonderful Phở– the broth is really good and the service is attentive. To top it off, the décor is nice and the prices are pretty affordable.
This location used to be one of my favorite restaurants– called Tango– but I am glad that there is still good food to be had here.
The chicken Phở is pretty good also.

Freestyle Friday! Here’s my song of the week review. Enjoy
To the tune of TI’s song WHATEVER YOU LIKE
I said, you can eat whatever you like (You like)
I said, you can eat whatever you like (You like, yeah)
(chorus)
Spring Egg Rolls, Thai Tea with ice
If you don’t want to eat Phở, then you can always order the rice
And baby, you can eat whatever you like (You like)
I said, you can eat whatever you like (You like, yeah)
PHO 888 is the spot and I know you will like
Taste so good, especially on a rainy night
And baby you can add spice if you like (You like)
I said, you can eat whatever you like (You like, yeah)
Any time you want to, eat some Phở you go to,
PHO 888, you won’t drop stacks I promise you
You want it, come eat it, you can afford it my dear
5 – 6 dollars a bowl, that’s not bad I swear
Yeah, it warms your body, fills your body
Eat too much, you gonna use the potty
You see it, you like it, go get it, just buy it
Eating so much, just tell yourself, «what diet?»
(chorus)
Spring Egg Rolls, Thai Tea with ice
If you don’t want to eat Phở, then you can always order the rice
And baby, you can eat whatever you like (You like)
I said, you can eat whatever you like (You like, yeah)
PHO 888 is the spot and I know you will like
Taste so good, especially on a rainy night
And baby you can add spice if you like (You like)
I said, you can eat whatever you like (You like, yeah)
Sriracha you the hottest, love the way you spice it
Taste so good, I love every bite of it
OMG where’s the faucet, it got in my eye, gotta wash it!
Everybody knows that ish burns if ya rub it
And ya ain’t gotta go the bathroom if you got this
Here’s some eye drops I had it in my pocket
Tilt your head back, open your eye and squeeze it
Now that I’m ok, what the heck did you get?
My chick can eat what she want
We came to the Phở store but she didn’t want Phở?
I suggested the Vermicelli bowl or the rice with meat
She went with the Vermicelli but wanted MY meat (from my phở of course)
Yeah, employees aren’t snobby, they’re nice not naughty
Come in and sit down, they treat you like you’re somebody
You want it, they got it, they’ll get it, cuz you buy it
You love Vietnamese food don’t try to deny it!
(chorus)
Spring Egg Rolls, Thai Tea with ice
If you don’t want to eat Phở, then you can always order the rice
And baby, you can eat whatever you like (You like)
I said, you can eat whatever you like (You like, yeah)
PHO 888 is the spot and I know you will like
Taste so good, especially on a rainy night
And baby you can add spice if you like (You like)
I said, you can eat whatever you like (You like, yeah)
PHO 888 I know you will Like!

Phở-​phở-​phở-​foolin!
This place is no joke!
The soup is a delicious, delicious treat. I chomped my way through a big bowl with veggies and tofu, perfect noodles swimming in a heady broth. The small was more than adequate to fill me up and ran about $ 5 and change.
Pops had the Cornish game hen (looked mysteriously like chicken to me) all dressed up with a crunchy, savory skin and served with spiced fried rice – he practically licked his plate clean, boy howdy!
The service was great and there is a parking lot behind the restaurant if there is no street parking.
Hooray for not having to drive to San Diego proper to get my Phở fix!

I absolutely LOVE this place! The people who work here are very friendly and attentive to your every need. I normally go for a large bowl of phở and spring rolls, which in my opinion are the best of any Vietnamese restaurant in the San Diego area. Prices are very affordable, and today I’m going to hit up to try out their NEWLY RENOVATED menu!

Since this new restaurant is just down the block, hubby and I decided to give it a try tonight.
We had the pork egg rolls which come with romaine lettuce and mint to wrap and a yummy dipping sauce. They were crispy and generous on the meat filling.
Hubby ordered a vermicelli dish with cornish hen. The bird was cooked to perfection and there was plenty served up in that bowl. This place doesn’t skimp on the meat at all. The noodles were tender but not overcooked and tasted grand with the delightful array of sauces available at the table,
I ordered the phở with noodles, tripe, tendon, rare brisket and meatballs. Wow. The broth was tasty and it was served with a tray of traditional additions like sliced jalapenos, bean sprouts and basil leaves, all of which added nice flavor and texture to the meal, I definitely got my tendon fix. That sticky, slightly gelatenous wonder was also served up in plenty along with some of the most tender brisket ever.
We each also had a coffee or tea speciality drink (gotta love boba!) and only paid under $ 25. To top ot off, the staff was friendly and the place is very clean and welcoming. This is my new fave place in CV for any kind of Asian food. Good luck to these guys for sure!
Only recommendation: Please play music, not movies!

Great phở and this is definitely the best in Chula Vista. The charbroiled chicken phở has a ton of flavor and is made with great quality ingredients. The chicken is not too gummy like is found with some other phở restaurants. I like the drip iced-​espresso with condensed milk and this pre-​mixed version was the only slight disappointment although it is still pretty good. The restaurant is clean and decorated pretty nicely inside despite the plain outward appearance. The food is prepared fresh so call in the order if you are restricted to a lunch break. Highly recommended place and a really nice owner too.
TOO BAD BUT THIS PLACE WENT OUT OF BUSINESS. BAD TIMING I GUESS.

this is definitely the best phở i’ve ever had! the broth was super flavorful and the noodles were perfect. the spring rolls were totally delicious too! as far as the service goes, it was excellent — fast and really friendly. also the restaurant is like really clean, so no worries there. i’ll def be going back to try the other stuff!

This business gave good food and cheap prices, but didn’t manage well so they went bankrupt.