Pho Nation is an extremely good restaurant. They have a wide variety of foods available and a full bar. The food is pretty quick coming out even when they're busy. I love their rice plates. Highly recommended
Surprise hangout in Alameda on Park St. From the name you'd think it is just a typical Pho spot but once you get inside you'll find a spacious full bar, VIP room equipped restaurant/lounge.
They have comedy shows, feature bands that embrace southeast Asian culture and DJ's. There are plenty of seats in this place and during nights with DJ's spinning they would open the floor for dancing. It's definitely not a quiet place to dine in but more of an ambiance as if you were in the street venue in Asia.
From all the items I've tried and ordered, I haven't had one bad dish yet. I really like their pho and the liquid gold (pho broth) is well seasoned. My second favorite is the pork belly for sure. You can go wrong with ordering anything here when it comes to the food.
If you're having a group event, you can rent the VIP room equipped with screens and mic for karaoke or just listening to music. Large communal table to share food and a lounge seating area to hang out. The bottle service is really reasonably priced as well!
Staff is friendly and down to earth. Great place to have a good time and eat to sober you up before you head out. They also have to-go if you'd like to dine in the comfort of your own home.