Food was great, the Thai tea was cheap and very fresh, came with free salad and ice cream, and the ambiance was also very pleasing. But most of all the service and quality of food was outstanding. Would recommend this top tier restaurant to people looking for a good asian fusion dining experience.Dietary restrictions: I got a drunken noodle platter but realized that it had nuts, which I am allergic to. They exchanged the plate without hesitation or charge, and they were nice about it too. Great service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pad Thai
Katie J
Dietary restrictions: Great gluten free options
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Cristian Puerta
My girlfriend is a vegetarian, and I love a good bowl of pho. DAO Fu is the place where we both get exactly what we want! Their vegetarian pho is absolutely incredible – the broth is the perfect balance of rich and savory, and it's absolutely packed with fresh, flavorful vegetables.But that's not all! The service here is beyond friendly, making us feel genuinely welcome. Plus, you get a complimentary salad to start and ice cream for dessert! Talk about amazing value.If you're looking for a delicious and satisfying meal that caters to everyone, DAO Fu is a must-try in San Diego. We'll definitely be coming back!Location: Easy to find with decent street parking nearby.Interior Design: Cozy and warm, with traditional decor adding a nice touch.Service: The staff is incredibly friendly and attentive. You'll feel like you're dining with friends!Attention: We were seated quickly, and our server checked in on us frequently.Food Options: Plentiful choices for both meat-eaters and vegetarians.Taste: My girlfriend's vegetarian pho was a flavor explosion! The broth was savory, the veggies perfectly cooked. I even enjoyed a few bites!Crowd: A mixed crowd of families, couples, and friends creates a lively but not overly boisterous atmosphere.Inside Noise: Even when busy, the noise level is comfortable for conversation.Wait Time: Minimal on our visit, but it might be busier on weekends – come prepared for a potential short wait.Inclusivity: The staff seems genuinely accommodating and happy to serve everyone.Accessibility: I don't recall any specific accessibility features, but the entrance looked standard.Pregnancy-Friendly: Comfortable seating and a relaxed atmosphere should be fine for pregnant women.Plastic Disposal: I didn't notice any particular focus on eco-friendly practices.Overall, the delicious food, fantastic service, and inclusive vibe make DAO Fu a top choice. Don't miss their vegetarian pho – it's the best we've had!
Recommended dishes: Vegetarian Pho
KellyBone
The menu has been updated and now clearly states all the vegan options.... And there are LOTS! The Crispy Tofu Vermicelli is my new favorite.
Old: The menu is excellent is you are vegetarian, but you have to be mindful when trying to order vegan because somethings I thought would be vegan (like the ramen) are now.
Updated from previous review on 2024-03-09
DanielleNicole30
They had a full vegan menu, with so many options! I got fried tofu, pineapple curry, and a Thai tea. Yum! Plus they give a delicious complimentary salad, and gave my friends free ice cream (not vegan). We loved it!
Marion Froehlich
What a wonderful surprise! Not being very familiar with Vietnamese cuisine and wanting to go to Vietnam, I wanted to start eating Vietnamese food. The salmon spring rolls were great - not crunchy like I would have expected. I then ordered the Saigon chicken noodle dish! Scrumptious! I couldn't determine what the sauce was made of but it is soy sauce-based. There is a free salad with the best tofu I've ever had. Also 2 choices of free flavors of ice cream for dessert. Fast service and generous portions. The restaurant is not very big and diners have written all over the walls. A bit grungy actually. One of the waiters is a kick! It's actually an Asian fusion restaurant with Thai and Japanese dishes, too. Definitely a place I'd go back to.
Tasty dishes! Their pad thai was excellent, and I’m not used to saying that!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Liz Fleischhacker
We ordered the Drunken Noodles with shrimp, the curried chicken tenders and spring
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Shrimp Spring Rolls, Complimentary Ice Cream Dessert
MaryJune Slosson
Amazing Asian fusion dining. Lots of vegan options and the ramen both vegan and non vegan are so good! They also have complimentary salad and icecream . Their tufo is very tasty and I think it’s home made. Dishes are served on huge plates for a wow factor , portions are fair and enough for 1 maybe 2 if you’re not too famished . Vegan pho and vegan tantamen are my faves.
Recommended dishes: Complimentary Salad
Ryen Toft
I used DoorDash yesterday when forgetting my lunch. I don’t do this often and was in a hurry. I didn’t do much research and expectations were low, I was just hungry.To my surprise it was the best ramen EVER, I can’t wait to eat here in person or order it again. I saved it as a fav in DoorDash. The Yakisoba was wonderful too. I ordered all three drinks and yes, amazing! Best Vietnamese Thai tea. They have that sonic crushed ice in it!Vegetarian options: So many options and all delicious!
Great food!! A favorite place the food is great for a good
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: House Chicken Curry
Kelsey Ruiz Salas
It is the most amazing place ever! They give you on the house salad when you arrive, the wonton soup is amazing and after they give you the check and free delicious ice cream!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
VI & Bars
I only tried one dish at this place Crepe), and honestly, I wasn't too thrilled. The dish seemed a bit too oily, and there were only two shrimp and a few small pieces of something in it. Taste is ok.However, the service was excellent – very welcoming people there.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Дарья Давыдкина
We got a great service from the very first minute, a waitress was really kind and helpful, we liked it. She brought us water even though we didn’t ask, it is thoughtful. We ordered 3 dishes and they all were just huge and delicious. Everything was quick! That is probably one of the best Ramen which I have ever tried in the USA. Thank you! Highly recommend this place, you should visit this at least once
Food was great, the Thai tea was cheap and very fresh, came with free salad and ice cream, and the ambiance was also very pleasing. But most of all the service and quality of food was outstanding. Would recommend this top tier restaurant to people looking for a good asian fusion dining experience.Dietary restrictions: I got a drunken noodle platter but realized that it had nuts, which I am allergic to. They exchanged the plate without hesitation or charge, and they were nice about it too. Great service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pad Thai
Dietary restrictions: Great gluten free options
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My girlfriend is a vegetarian, and I love a good bowl of pho. DAO Fu is the place where we both get exactly what we want! Their vegetarian pho is absolutely incredible – the broth is the perfect balance of rich and savory, and it's absolutely packed with fresh, flavorful vegetables.But that's not all! The service here is beyond friendly, making us feel genuinely welcome. Plus, you get a complimentary salad to start and ice cream for dessert! Talk about amazing value.If you're looking for a delicious and satisfying meal that caters to everyone, DAO Fu is a must-try in San Diego. We'll definitely be coming back!Location: Easy to find with decent street parking nearby.Interior Design: Cozy and warm, with traditional decor adding a nice touch.Service: The staff is incredibly friendly and attentive. You'll feel like you're dining with friends!Attention: We were seated quickly, and our server checked in on us frequently.Food Options: Plentiful choices for both meat-eaters and vegetarians.Taste: My girlfriend's vegetarian pho was a flavor explosion! The broth was savory, the veggies perfectly cooked. I even enjoyed a few bites!Crowd: A mixed crowd of families, couples, and friends creates a lively but not overly boisterous atmosphere.Inside Noise: Even when busy, the noise level is comfortable for conversation.Wait Time: Minimal on our visit, but it might be busier on weekends – come prepared for a potential short wait.Inclusivity: The staff seems genuinely accommodating and happy to serve everyone.Accessibility: I don't recall any specific accessibility features, but the entrance looked standard.Pregnancy-Friendly: Comfortable seating and a relaxed atmosphere should be fine for pregnant women.Plastic Disposal: I didn't notice any particular focus on eco-friendly practices.Overall, the delicious food, fantastic service, and inclusive vibe make DAO Fu a top choice. Don't miss their vegetarian pho – it's the best we've had!
Recommended dishes: Vegetarian Pho
The menu has been updated and now clearly states all the vegan options.... And there are LOTS! The Crispy Tofu Vermicelli is my new favorite. Old: The menu is excellent is you are vegetarian, but you have to be mindful when trying to order vegan because somethings I thought would be vegan (like the ramen) are now. Updated from previous review on 2024-03-09
They had a full vegan menu, with so many options! I got fried tofu, pineapple curry, and a Thai tea. Yum! Plus they give a delicious complimentary salad, and gave my friends free ice cream (not vegan). We loved it!
What a wonderful surprise! Not being very familiar with Vietnamese cuisine and wanting to go to Vietnam, I wanted to start eating Vietnamese food. The salmon spring rolls were great - not crunchy like I would have expected. I then ordered the Saigon chicken noodle dish! Scrumptious! I couldn't determine what the sauce was made of but it is soy sauce-based. There is a free salad with the best tofu I've ever had. Also 2 choices of free flavors of ice cream for dessert. Fast service and generous portions. The restaurant is not very big and diners have written all over the walls. A bit grungy actually. One of the waiters is a kick! It's actually an Asian fusion restaurant with Thai and Japanese dishes, too. Definitely a place I'd go back to.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Complimentary Ice Cream Dessert, Rolls, Complimentary Salad
Tasty dishes! Their pad thai was excellent, and I’m not used to saying that!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
We ordered the Drunken Noodles with shrimp, the curried chicken tenders and spring
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Shrimp Spring Rolls, Complimentary Ice Cream Dessert
Amazing Asian fusion dining. Lots of vegan options and the ramen both vegan and non vegan are so good! They also have complimentary salad and icecream . Their tufo is very tasty and I think it’s home made. Dishes are served on huge plates for a wow factor , portions are fair and enough for 1 maybe 2 if you’re not too famished . Vegan pho and vegan tantamen are my faves.
Recommended dishes: Complimentary Salad
I used DoorDash yesterday when forgetting my lunch. I don’t do this often and was in a hurry. I didn’t do much research and expectations were low, I was just hungry.To my surprise it was the best ramen EVER, I can’t wait to eat here in person or order it again. I saved it as a fav in DoorDash. The Yakisoba was wonderful too. I ordered all three drinks and yes, amazing! Best Vietnamese Thai tea. They have that sonic crushed ice in it!Vegetarian options: So many options and all delicious!
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Great food!! A favorite place the food is great for a good
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: House Chicken Curry
It is the most amazing place ever! They give you on the house salad when you arrive, the wonton soup is amazing and after they give you the check and free delicious ice cream!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I only tried one dish at this place Crepe), and honestly, I wasn't too thrilled. The dish seemed a bit too oily, and there were only two shrimp and a few small pieces of something in it. Taste is ok.However, the service was excellent – very welcoming people there.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
We got a great service from the very first minute, a waitress was really kind and helpful, we liked it. She brought us water even though we didn’t ask, it is thoughtful. We ordered 3 dishes and they all were just huge and delicious. Everything was quick! That is probably one of the best Ramen which I have ever tried in the USA. Thank you! Highly recommend this place, you should visit this at least once
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Miso Soup, Complimentary Ice Cream Dessert, Rolls
Will be back. Had the
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5