First Choice Vietnamese - Oxnard

#2 - Asiatic - Oxnard, Vietnamese, Tea

First Choice Vietnamese

First Choice Vietnamese
4.7 / 5 (150 reviews)

Description

Once a beloved neighborhood gem, this Vietnamese spot earned a devoted following for its exceptional, authentic pho and broad menu—from bánh mì to broken rice, shrimp and crispy tofu—served in a clean, spacious dining room by attentive, friendly staff. Consistently fresh, affordable and unpretentious, it drew weekly regulars despite an unassuming exterior. Fans mourn its permanent closing, remembering years of reliable quality and comforting bowls that defined local Vietnamese cuisine.

Last update: 17.01.2026 from: Tuan

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★ 4.7 / 5 from 150 reviews
watsica-oleta
07.09.2023

The food and service here are exceptional. My friends and family have been coming for quite a while, and the quality of the food remains consistently excellent. I highly recommend this restaurant for authentic Vietnamese cuisine.

watsica-oleta
07.09.2023

I've sampled several items from the menu, and everything is fresh and incredibly tasty! The service is excellent, and the place is always clean. The quality of the food is outstanding, and the prices are extremely reasonable.

rick-89
07.09.2023

My family and I had a great experience enjoying pho and a delicious broken rice dish with shrimp, crispy tofu, and pork. The atmosphere is relaxed, and the staff were very attentive. We will definitely be returning!

tuan-44
07.09.2023

It’s a lovely restaurant! The “pho bun thit nuong cha gio banh cuon” is absolutely delicious and comes highly recommended. The service is excellent as well, and the prices are quite reasonable.

tracy-bouwer
07.09.2023

I absolutely adore this restaurant. In addition to the quick and friendly service, it's the authenticity of the food that truly impresses me. There’s none of that "Americanization" that some places believe will attract a wider range of customers. I recommend focusing on the noodle soups; I’ve tried the rice and vermicelli dishes, and while they were tasty, they didn’t blow me away. However, the pho is simply outstanding!

Menu

  • Cossack Spirit

    Grilled Lamb Tongues With Vegetables
    Grilled Lamb Tongues With Vegetables
  • Grand Roasts

    Various Sausages Iron Skillet
    Various Sausages Iron Skillet
  • Skoblyanka

    Skoblyanka With Beef
    Skoblyanka With Beef
    Skoblyanka With Pork
    Skoblyanka With Pork
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