Ph? Ca Dao Grill - Escondido

We were happy to come and try this location as it just opened not too long ago. We tried a few pho restaurants in the north county area, but have never been happy or impressed with the food. I grew up eating at Pho Hoa on El Cajon Blvd, which I feel is the most authentic. Since I have moved many times I have not been there in years, but crave to find that 1 restaurant. This is better than any of the other restaurants I have found in North County. This is part of a chain,so the food is comparable to the other locations. The food seems to be a bigger portion, but the price also reflects that. I don't think I have ever paid so much for a plate at any pho restaurant. Maybe due to COVID? Anyway, it ranges from$13 $15 a plate without the cost of add ons. The inside of this location does not match the outside. The inside is very clean and with modern decoration. The outside location is run down and there were homeless on sitting at the other endof the building. As far as service, it is the traditional pho restaurant service. They do not engage in small talk, just want to get your order and get you in and out. Think of it as a fast food restaurant with a restaurant setting. Thenyou won't be disappointed in the service because your expectations will be different.

Pho was good, but not amazing. Took 20 minutes to get a bowl of pho. ???? Prices are fair. Lots of high tech features like robot helpers are cool.

Not sure if the other Pho Ca Dao locations have upped their menu, but this Escondido branch has some different regional specialties and unique offerings that we'll have to come back to try! We had the shortrib pho and Oxtail pho, which both also had rare steak included too. The meat was so tender and juicy, and the broth was oily, flavorful and comforting.

Someone put a lot of effort into the decorations and it was sparkling clean. Huge patio, lots of TVs, cute robot busboys, rice wine cocktails. We ordered veggie fresh rolls, veg pho, fried rice, and crispy tofu. The food tasted fresh and healthy, but a bit under seasoned for our taste. Waitress was very nice.

Such a nice indoor decor, easy menu layout, great amount of flavourful food for the price and. Robotic food delivery to your table. Best of all and most importantly great service and very friendly staff. Very happy we found this place and decided to give it a try.