. A mix of soy sauce and sriracha for dipping, and I was in business. Nicely done. Vietnam II Seafood Restaurant [Tenderloin] 701 Larkin SF Link: http://www.chowhound.com/topics/show/20126#69174 (0 replies, last updated by Melanie Wong June 12, 2002)

This is a tour-group spot, located at 12 Ba Trieu St., but don’t let that stop you — there is lots of authentic and delicious food. Definitely worth a visit on any culinary tour. We had Saigon spring rolls ($4, photo... (0 replies, last updated by Reynold November 4, 2008)

at 5604 8th Ave (right next to Giam Lak II). We decided to give it a try and were very pleased with our meal. Everything we had was very good. (10 replies, last updated by spicynuts July 23, 2007)

I was getting a quick lunch at Vietnam 2 at Larkin and Ellis. I ordered your standard Beef Chow Fun. It’s very common yes, but most places “F” it up (i.e., too soggy, too much sauce, too salty, too much soy, the... (7 replies, last updated by ChowFun (derek) June 15, 2006)

are actually his kids and they’re college-bound. He’s taking some time to travel and eventually going to live and retire in his hometown in vietnam. Of course, these are personal and private info. Why he told me? I... (0 replies, last updated by alezcuisine February 16, 2003)

? Are there any gems that I am missing? Also, if you are in town at the same time, maybe you’d like to join me for a meal? Thank you in advance for your advice. THE LIST I RECEIVED: 1. Sầm Sơn seafood restaurant, 77 Dốc Bác... (3 replies, last updated by baltoellen April 6, 2007)

flower, coconut milk, and turmeric, Van specializes in making southern Vietnam style banh xeo which is huge, compared with central and northern counterparts. Generously stuffed with pork, shrimp, beansprouts, and onions these... (9 replies, last updated by Lau August 15, 2009)

Thanks Hiko... just had a bowl of pho at Vietnam II yesterday and was quite impressed. (1 reply, last updated by JohnnyP November 14, 2002)

restaurants. So, points for originality but one will find more toothsome non-vegetarian Vietnamese at Tenderloin joints such as Vietnam II and Pacific Noodle House (both on Larkin I think). As for Chinese Buddhist vegetarian... (5 replies, last updated by Melanie Wong June 8, 2002)

In the Tenderloin area (a short walk from Civic Center): Vietnam II has great catfish claypot, five spice chicken, imperial rolls, and mediocre pho. Pagolac has a tasty seven course beef menu. (5 replies, last updated by jlhsu August 4, 2005)

So sorry you’re feeling under the weather. Vietnam II has Pho Ga Dac Biet and it’s just as you describe. I am a chicken (no pun intended) and like the very simple Pho Ga at Bodega Bistro. . .it’s white meat with... (6 replies, last updated by asisaketh86 September 26, 2007)

A few years ago I had this at Vietnam II, just up Larkin from Pagolac, on the corner. It was as you ddescribe, but I can’t remember more about quality, etc. I was taken there by an Asian American friend who is pretty... (4 replies, last updated by HYC April 4, 2008)

it on their way to Edinburgh Castle. (g) I would have checked it out in person, but yesterday I’d had a cup of clam chowder at Swan’s for breakfast and had already eaten soup noodles at Vietnam II when I passed by.... (4 replies, last updated by Melanie Wong June 14, 2002)

You’ll probably have to leave your hood for good Pho. Here are some places that are worth it. Vietnam II on Larkin and Ellis is a great Vietnamese restaurant with excellent Pho. I don’t order anything else there. They... (13 replies, last updated by chaddict July 14, 2006)

vermicelli) and clay pot dishes. quail is good as well Pho Hien Vong on Spring garden near market – good bun salads and pho Van Loi II - on HP road behind Napa auto – great pho and duck soup. Also have good selection of... (3 replies, last updated by Hushpuppy February 5, 2008)