Pleasant Hill’s Pho Saigon City #2 celebrated its grand opening late last spring, and the early reviews are rolling in. Billing itself as a no-frills Vietnamese take-out spot for Contra Costa county, Pho Saigon City #2 offers authentic and flavorful pho for locals on the go.

This hole-in-the-wall shop is tucked away in a shopping plaza, but don’t let its humble exterior appearance fool you, as regulars say that this place is destined for hidden gem status. The interior has been entirely remodeled, making the simple dining room cleaner and more attractive. The menu is organized into appetizers like the house-made wontons or fresh vegetarian rolls, traditional Vietnamese noodle soups like pho, bun bo and hu tieu and rice dishes. Pair your meal with a Vietnamese iced coffee, Thai iced tea, or fresh fruit smoothie.

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