Pho Van
As its name suggests, Pho Van specializes in pho, a savory Vietnamese rice noodle soup accompanied by bean sprouts, jalapeno peppers and basil. The regular menu lists 25 varieties, made with either chicken or beef broth and various cuts of beef, poultry, pork, or seafood. Dining options are not limited to just pho, however; the menu also includes a list of traditional Vietnamese appetizers, salads, rice dishes, noodle entrees and other traditional fare. Beverages include cold tea drinks, hot tea, espresso, smoothies and a selection of Asian and local beers. Located in the Beaverton Town Square shopping mall, Pho Van is open daily for lunch and dinner. There are three other Pho Van restaurants in the Portland area.
Pho Van
11651 SW Beaverton Hillsdale Hwy.
Beaverton, OR 97005
503-627-0822
phovanrestaurant.com
Best Baguette
Best Baguette is best known for its Vietnamese sandwiches, called Bánh mì. There are more than a dozen varieties, including pork, chicken, tofu, meatballs, beef and even sardines. Each sandwich is served on French bread and garnished with pickled carrots, daikon radishes, jalapenos, cilantro, mayonnaise and soy sauce. Western-style sandwiches, such as a croissant club, are also available. Best Baguette also sells pastries, snacks and appetizers. Hot and iced coffee, hot tea and many flavors of bubble tea are available to drink. The atmosphere is decidedly casual, and the food is affordable and tasty. Best Baguette is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner every day of the week and has a second location in southeast Portland.
Best Baguette
3635 SW Hall Blvd.
Beaverton, OR 97005
503-626-2288
bestbaguettesandwiches.com
CoffeeFirst Saigon Grill
CoffeeFirst Saigon Grill is a casual eatery that serves a variety of dishes that acknowledge the influence of French culinary traditions on Vietnamese cuisine. The menu includes Vietnamese favorites, such as pho, fresh spring rolls and rice and noodle dishes. Many entrees can be prepared with guests' choice of meat, and vegetarian options are available. Diners round out their meal with a fruit smoothie, espresso drink, coffee or bubble tea, or choose from a selection of cocktails, beer and wine. The dessert menu will tempt you with nearly a dozen delicate and artistic French desserts---it may be hard to order just one. CoffeeFirst Saigon Grill is open every day.
CoffeeFirst Saigon Grill
18725 NW Walker Road
Beaverton, OR 97006
503-617-9285
saigongrill.net
