Phuong Trang – Vietnamese
This bustling Vietnamese gem invites diners into a world of vibrant aromas, where the comforting steam of slow-simmered pho mingles with the intoxicating sizzle of garlic-kissed cube steak. The centerpiece of the experience is the legendary oven-roasted catfish, a communal feast of crispy skin and succulent meat meant to be hand-wrapped with fresh herbs and rice paper. Whether tucking into a bowl of velvety rice porridge or savoring the zesty heat of lemongrass-flecked tofu, every bite captures a perfect balance of traditional soul and bold, bright flavors.
4170, Convoy Street, San Diego, CA, 92111 +18585656750 https://phuongtrangrestaurant.com0Cuisine: Vietnamese
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, low-cholesterol, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, soy-free
Diet fit at Phuong Trang
Dairy-Free at Phuong Trang
Phuong Trang in San Diego has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Seafood Soup, Oven-Roasted Catfish and Tofu with Lemongrass and Hot Peppers. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Phuong Trang
Phuong Trang in San Diego has 3 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Seafood Soup, Oven-Roasted Catfish and Sizzling Cube Steak. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Phuong Trang
Phuong Trang in San Diego has 3 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Seafood Soup, Oven-Roasted Catfish and Tofu with Lemongrass and Hot Peppers. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Phuong Trang
Phuong Trang in San Diego has 1 vegan-tagged dish on its current menu, including Tofu with Lemongrass and Hot Peppers. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Phuong Trang
Phuong Trang in San Diego has 1 vegetarian-tagged dish on its current menu, including Tofu with Lemongrass and Hot Peppers. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Phuong Trang
Phuong Trang in San Diego has 1 heart-healthy-tagged dish on its current menu, including Tofu with Lemongrass and Hot Peppers. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at Phuong Trang
Phuong Trang in San Diego has 1 low-fat-tagged dish on its current menu, including Pho. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at Phuong Trang
Phuong Trang in San Diego has 3 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Rice Porridge, Tofu with Lemongrass and Hot Peppers and Pho. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Phuong Trang
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Sizzling Cube Steak | 25.2 g | 16.9 g |
| Pho | 5 g | 1 g |
| Rice Porridge | 4.9 g | 0.7 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Wednesday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Specialties
Time-tested signature dishes of Phuong Trang.
- Oven-Roasted Catfish Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sizzling Cube Steak Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups
Authentic Vietnamese soups and porridges.
- Pho: Traditional Vietnamese noodle soup Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seafood Soup: Soups made daily Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rice Porridge: Traditional comfort food Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: breakfast, dinner, lunch
Main Courses
Traditional Vietnamese family-style dishes.
- Tofu with Lemongrass and Hot Peppers: Tofu sautéed with lemongrass and chili Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about Phuong Trang
- Is Phuong Trang dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Phuong Trang has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Seafood Soup, Oven-Roasted Catfish and Tofu with Lemongrass and Hot Peppers.
- What can I eat at Phuong Trang on a dairy-free diet?
- Seafood Soup, Oven-Roasted Catfish and Tofu with Lemongrass and Hot Peppers carry the dairy-free tag, out of 4 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Phuong Trang have vegan options?
- Yes. 1 dish is tagged vegan on the current menu, including Tofu with Lemongrass and Hot Peppers.
- Is Phuong Trang gluten-free?
- 3 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Phuong Trang?
- Sizzling Cube Steak, at roughly 16.9g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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