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Noodle soups, rice cakes, dumplings & BBQ plates dished up in a bright, modern setting.
Hours
| Friday | 8 AM–7 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM–7 PM |
| Sunday | 8 AM–7 PM |
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 8 AM–7 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM–7 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM–7 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 4660 El Cajon Blvd Suite 102, San Diego, CA 92115
Phone: (619) 563-5358
Website: http://www.hoaihue.com/
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Reviews
regis kwong
Finally made it over to this spot in City Heights, and it’s quite authentic. It’s a family-owned place in a great neighborhood for Vietnamese food, and you can really feel that local, welcoming energy. The staff are incredibly friendly and make you feel right at home.
We ordered a pretty big spread:
• Broken Rice & Bun: Both were classic and very satisfying.
• Banh Beo & Bun Bo Hue: Really authentic flavors.
• Banh Bot Loc: This was a highlight, the texture was perfect and the shrimp inside was great.
Everything we had was delicious. Just a tip on the logistics: it’s street parking only, so keep an eye out for a spot as you get close.
Definitely worth a visit if you want some legit Vietnamese cooking in San Diego!
… moreWe ordered a pretty big spread:
• Broken Rice & Bun: Both were classic and very satisfying.
• Banh Beo & Bun Bo Hue: Really authentic flavors.
• Banh Bot Loc: This was a highlight, the texture was perfect and the shrimp inside was great.
Everything we had was delicious. Just a tip on the logistics: it’s street parking only, so keep an eye out for a spot as you get close.
Definitely worth a visit if you want some legit Vietnamese cooking in San Diego!
Minh Thai
Very simple and typical Vietnamese restaurant where you come to eat. Not to relax or for dating! But the food will get you going. Excellent and authentic food from the middle region of Vietnam.
If you’re looking for beef noodle (bún bò Huế) then this is it. It’s not a Pho place. Their noodles soup bowls are truly from the middle region of Vietnam (Hue). Mi Quan was very good. We hardly see this served anywhere else. Banh beo ( rice cakes) are great. Service is again, typical Vietnamese restaurant.
Parking is a little tight. We parked on the street.
… moreIf you’re looking for beef noodle (bún bò Huế) then this is it. It’s not a Pho place. Their noodles soup bowls are truly from the middle region of Vietnam (Hue). Mi Quan was very good. We hardly see this served anywhere else. Banh beo ( rice cakes) are great. Service is again, typical Vietnamese restaurant.
Parking is a little tight. We parked on the street.
John Nguyen
The Experience:
I stopped by around noon on a Sunday and the place was packed, but luckily a table had just opened up. The restaurant is cozy, with about 12-15 tables, and there were people waiting the entire time I was there, which is a good sign that this spot is popular. They had the NBA playoffs playing on a TV, and I had the perfect view from my table, which was a nice bonus. They accept credit cards and you pay up front at the register. Service was friendly, fast, and efficient.
The Food:
I came specifically for the Bun Bo Hue but ended up going for the #1, Bun tấm hoài Huế, and it was absolutely worth it. I ordered the large bowl, and it was generously portioned with huge cuts of beef shank, large bouncy pork and shrimp and crab meatballs were packed with flavor. It was definitely a meal that would fill anyone up. The broth was incredible: rich, flavorful, and clearly made with care. My only minor critique was the pork hock was a bit tough compared to other versions I’ve had. Still, that didn’t take away much from how great the overall dish was.
The Rating:
5/5 Quick and friendly service, an unbelievably delicious Bun Bo Hue! I’ll definitely be back to try more dishes.
… moreI stopped by around noon on a Sunday and the place was packed, but luckily a table had just opened up. The restaurant is cozy, with about 12-15 tables, and there were people waiting the entire time I was there, which is a good sign that this spot is popular. They had the NBA playoffs playing on a TV, and I had the perfect view from my table, which was a nice bonus. They accept credit cards and you pay up front at the register. Service was friendly, fast, and efficient.
The Food:
I came specifically for the Bun Bo Hue but ended up going for the #1, Bun tấm hoài Huế, and it was absolutely worth it. I ordered the large bowl, and it was generously portioned with huge cuts of beef shank, large bouncy pork and shrimp and crab meatballs were packed with flavor. It was definitely a meal that would fill anyone up. The broth was incredible: rich, flavorful, and clearly made with care. My only minor critique was the pork hock was a bit tough compared to other versions I’ve had. Still, that didn’t take away much from how great the overall dish was.
The Rating:
5/5 Quick and friendly service, an unbelievably delicious Bun Bo Hue! I’ll definitely be back to try more dishes.
Alle Esor
Came here because of the amazing reviews and they did NOT disappoint. Arrived around 12:30 pm, put our name on the waitlist for 12 diners, and was summoned back for a table around 30 minutes later. (We just got some sesame balls for a snack from the Vietnamese bakery next door). The line out the door, and the restaurant being crowded with Vietnamese family (including the elderly) speaks volume to their food quality. Is the service the best? No. Is the food the best? YES. HUGE portions, tons of herbs/garnishes, 3 vegetarian/vegan options, flavorful broth, perfectly cooked veggies. Would love to return on our next trip to San Diego. This is the best vegetarian soup I’ve had in my 6 years of being vegetarian!
… moreM Mach
Hoai Hue is truly a gem in the City Heights restaurant scene. Specializing in central Vietnamese food, you will be able to experience so much more of what Vietnamese cuisine has to offer, aside from the typically known Pho or Banh Mi. There is a parking lot next to the restaurant, but it can be quite tricky scoring a spot on this busy section of El Cajon Blvd. It gets packed at the restaurant during peak meal times, so make sure you give yourself some time to get seated. Trust me, it’s definitely worthwhile! Hoai Hue is a medium sized restaurant, very clean, well lit.
If you’re not too familiar with Vietnamese food, not to mention central Vietnam’s cuisine, their menu has photos to help guide your eyes. Also, the servers are all fluent in English so they can help you select from all the dishes they have. Hailing from Saigon, central Vietnamese cuisine was not what I grew up with, but have had a few dishes and variations here and there. I just love Vietnamese food in general so this restaurant was nothing short of delivering. My family was visit San Diego and wanted to see how the Vietnamese food here was like. I remembered how much I had enjoyed this restaurant, so I took them here.
We got 4 orders of each item to share family style. The Banh Beo was smooth and tasty. The Banh Nam was soft and had the perfect ratio of ground shrimp to rice cake. The Banh Loc was a a hit with everyone as well. The Banh Canh Tom Cua was just delicious. The broth was well balanced and they are very generous with the extremely tasty house-made shrimp balls. Everything was so authentically delicious that my family added a bowl of Bun Bo Hue at the end just to try it, even though we were all stuffed!
Just writing this review is giving me cravings for their food! So if you like Vietnamese cuisine, then do yourself a favor and head over to Hoai Hue and treat yourself. You deserve it!
… moreIf you’re not too familiar with Vietnamese food, not to mention central Vietnam’s cuisine, their menu has photos to help guide your eyes. Also, the servers are all fluent in English so they can help you select from all the dishes they have. Hailing from Saigon, central Vietnamese cuisine was not what I grew up with, but have had a few dishes and variations here and there. I just love Vietnamese food in general so this restaurant was nothing short of delivering. My family was visit San Diego and wanted to see how the Vietnamese food here was like. I remembered how much I had enjoyed this restaurant, so I took them here.
We got 4 orders of each item to share family style. The Banh Beo was smooth and tasty. The Banh Nam was soft and had the perfect ratio of ground shrimp to rice cake. The Banh Loc was a a hit with everyone as well. The Banh Canh Tom Cua was just delicious. The broth was well balanced and they are very generous with the extremely tasty house-made shrimp balls. Everything was so authentically delicious that my family added a bowl of Bun Bo Hue at the end just to try it, even though we were all stuffed!
Just writing this review is giving me cravings for their food! So if you like Vietnamese cuisine, then do yourself a favor and head over to Hoai Hue and treat yourself. You deserve it!
Khoi Pham
Really good central Vietnamese dishes. Very generous portions too.
… morelynda marrokal
Hoai Hue was an absolute delight! The moment we stepped inside, we were enveloped in the tantalizing aromas of simmering broths and sizzling meats. The Bun Bo Hue was a revelation – the rich, spicy broth was perfectly balanced, and the tender beef shank was simply divine. The Banh Mi was equally impressive, with its crispy baguette, savory fillings, and tangy pickled vegetables. The restaurant’s bustling atmosphere and friendly staff only added to the authentic experience. If you’re craving a taste of authentic Vietnamese cuisine, Hoai Hue is a must-visit!
… moreBao Ha
Their bún bò Huế is very good, especially #1. Mỳ quãng is a bit too fusion for my liking. Price is very reasonable.
… moreHuyen Nguyen
First impression upon walking in? Dirty. But because our peers recommended this place, we stayed to try it. We were seated at a dirty table, even though it was “cleaned” right before we sat down. We asked if the food debris could be swept from under the table, but the server stated it was fine, that they were short staffed, and kicked what she could to the side. I recommend scanning the barcode on the table for the menu because there’s more options on it than the physical, dirty hard copy.
Our group had a few different bun bo hues and a banh canh tom cua. Everyone who ordered bun bo hue said, adding shrimp paste and sate (provided on the table) along with vegetables made it more flavorful. However, they said it didn’t taste as good as usual. I had the banh canh, and it was ok. There is nothing too outstanding to mention besides the three large shrimp balls that were filling.
We ordered banh beo chen but it never made it to the table. Wish we could’ve tried it but oh well.
… moreOur group had a few different bun bo hues and a banh canh tom cua. Everyone who ordered bun bo hue said, adding shrimp paste and sate (provided on the table) along with vegetables made it more flavorful. However, they said it didn’t taste as good as usual. I had the banh canh, and it was ok. There is nothing too outstanding to mention besides the three large shrimp balls that were filling.
We ordered banh beo chen but it never made it to the table. Wish we could’ve tried it but oh well.
Kai Shaikh
Really enjoyed the bánh bèo and the bánh giò (sold on counter to go). Bún bò Huế was good too, but a little too much meat for me to comfortably eat at once (probably shoulda shared).
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