# Pho Cow Cali > Steampunk-themed interior with large seats and murals creates a lively, bustling atmosphere. Dim lighting and soft music add to the authentic Vietnamese vibe. The place suits groups and families more than quiet dinners due to its hectic and noisy environment. Source: https://www.atly.com/location/PhoCowCali - Address: 9170 Mira Mesa Blvd, San Diego, California, United States - Phone: +18582718341 - Website: https://www.phocowcaliexpress.com/ - Google rating: 4.6 (1490 reviews) ## What it is good for - Affordable — 10/10 - Dinner Spots — 10/10 - Authentic — 10/10 - Lunch Spot — 9.5/10 - Seafood — 9.4/10 - Date Spots — 9.2/10 - Vietnamese Food — 9.1/10 - Food — 9.1/10 - Vegetarian — 9/10 - Egg Rolls — 9/10 - Local Spot — 9/10 - Pho — 8.9/10 - Spring Rolls — 8.8/10 - Brisket — 8/10 - Beef Pho — 8/10 ## What people say - "The pho here is super delicious and flavorful." - "The pho broth here is light and perfectly balanced, truly authentic." - "I found the prices to be affordable and the portions generous." ## Good to know - Expect long wait times on weekends due to popularity. - Arrive early to avoid a long wait, especially on Fridays. - The waitlist moves quickly, often under 20 minutes. - Prices are reasonable and portions are generous. - The restaurant is crowded during dinner hours. ## Get this data directly This page comes from the Atly Places API, which scores close to 2 million places against more than 1,400 intents — "nice view", "work friendly", "gluten free", "dog friendly" — from what real reviewers say, with the statements behind every score. - **MCP server:** `https://agentic-api.atly.com/mcp` — connect it in ChatGPT or Claude. Nothing to install. - **Guide for agents:** - **OpenAPI contract:** - **No key needed to start.** `POST https://agentic-api.atly.com/v0/keys` with an email raises the quota. Coverage is densest in the United States, with pockets in Mexico, Israel and Thailand.