Hoang Lan Restaurant

"The bún bò hue at this south Seattle restaurant is a carnivore’s delight, with pork sausage loaf, pork blood cakes, beef tendon, and a huge ham hock. The thick, round rice vermicelli noodles soak up a deep, hearty broth that’s full of flavor with fermented shrimp paste and loads of lemongrass. Brick-red annatto seeds impart a passionate glow to the broth. Diners can customize their bowls with a side plate of shredded cabbage, lettuce, banana blossoms, jalapeño, cilantro, bean sprouts, and lime." - Jay Friedman

"The awning of this Othello lunch counter has the words “Bún Bò Huế” written so large one could almost mistake it for the name of the restaurant—and it might as well be. The casual spot makes the best spicy noodle soup in the city (and for under $13). It’s smoky and umami-filled broth is filled with bouncy housemade pork sausage, and any spice lovers out there should take full advantage of the chili oil stationed at every table. A warning that the space is small, and on weekends, there's a good chance you will be in a cramped line with other people trying not to make direct eye contact with someone slurping noodles. But the wait is worth it. " - kayla sager riley, aimee rizzo

"At the south end of the Vietnamese “strip” along MLK, at the Othello light rail stop, this humble hole-in-the-wall has a small number of tables waiting, a television typically blaring, and an owner likely either singing or whistling. The sign outside says “Bun Bo Hue,” which is easily mistaken as the name of the restaurant — rather, it’s the signature dish and the one to order, with its gelatinous pork knuckle and earthy pork blood cakes." - Jay Friedman

"The sign outside this humble hole-in-the-wall says Bun Bo Hue, which is easily mistaken as the name of the restaurant — rather, it’s the signature dish and the one to order, with its gelatinous pork knuckle and earthy pork blood cakes. Available for takeout daily from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m." - Gabe Guarente

"The awning of this Vietnamese spot on Othello has the words “Bún Bò Huế” written so large one could almost mistake it for the name of the restaurant—and it might as well be. The casual lunch counter makes the best spicy noodle soup in the city (and for under $13). It’s smoky and umami-filled broth is filled with bouncy housemade pork sausage and any spice lovers out there should take full advantage of the chili oil stationed at every table. A warning that the space is small, and on weekends, there's a good chance you will be in a cramped line with other people trying not to make direct eye contact with someone slurping noodles. But the wait is worth it. photo credit: Nate Watters" - Kayla Sager-Riley