mmm-yoso!!! is the name of this food blog. Kirk usually writes here, but today, it's Cathy's turn.
I have written a bit about why The Mister and I venture into Pacific Beach on a fairly regular basis (we pick up par-baked rolls at Charlie's Best Breads) and usually grab a quick meal while in the area. In the corner a few doors down from our destination, since 2009, the family owned and run Pho Time has been able to thrive, even during Covid. 
Some tables have been moved for distancing.
There are menus on an outside window as well as at the front door. The menu is 'Americanized' in descriptions. There were many people picking up 'To Go' orders while we were eating. 
A very tasty hot tea is served here.
I ordered the "crispy crepe" (Banh Xeo) ($11.25) as soon as we sat down, because I know it takes time to prepare. The version here is great! Crisp pancake filled with pork, shrimp, bean sprouts and mung beans; flavor and freshness and when eaten with the accompanying lettuce, mint and pickled vegetables dipped in fish sauce, quite a perfect bite.
From the Appetizer part of the menu, the "Vietnamese Chicken Salad" (Goi Ga)($10.95) is a great choice. Poached white meat chicken, on top of a bed of cabbage mixed with pickled carrots and topped with mint, basil and peanuts in a vinegar/fish sauce dressing is a perfect blend of traditional Vietnamese flavors. This is particularly refreshing on a hot day.
The Pho here is remarkable. A wonderful beefy broth, great (non-clumped) noodles and bright flavors overall makes this "eye round steak" (Tai) ($10.25) bowl a satisfying meal with bright flavor in each slurp.
Another family owned restaurant that has continued quality.
Pho Time PB 1820 Garnet Ave San Diego 92109 (858) 203-2109 Website Open daily 11-9
Looks good. I've have to try them.
Posted by: Soo | Tuesday, 07 December 2021 at 12:44 PM
It's definitely pho weather this week!
Posted by: Junichi | Tuesday, 07 December 2021 at 01:39 PM
the salad sounds refreshing!
Posted by: kat | Tuesday, 07 December 2021 at 02:55 PM
Everything is very good here, Soo. Very much a neighborhood place (at least in the off-season).
So chilly, Junichi! The furnace went on by itself the other morning (with thermostat set at 62). I think we've had some type of soup every day the past week.
The salad is wonderful, Kat. Unique and such happy flavors.
Posted by: Cathy | Wednesday, 08 December 2021 at 04:22 AM