Pho 79

Orange County


This casual restaurant dishes up a variety of sandwiches, noodle rice and vegetable dishes, but the star is pho, noodles in hearty broth made from beef, chicken and more. For extra flavor, spring for a side of oxtail ($3.50), served until it runs out. And we dare you to finish the 79 Super Bowl, loaded with the works. Cash only.


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