Mike B.
Yelp
Pho 1 offers excellent Vietnamese cuisine in a casual setting.
It's a small shop in a strip mall anchored by Publix. There are about 10 tables, and on this Saturday night it was packed. Service was a little strained because there was a large party.
Food is served quickly. We started with Goi Cuon (spring rolls) - beautifully rolled shrimp and pork rolls lettuce, cucumber, bean sprouts, basil, cilantro wrapped in rice paper, accompanied by traditional peanut dipping sauce. All of the ingredients are fresh and crisp, and the flavors well balanced. The sauce is on the thin side, which means you have to dip more often. A minor nit - if the appetizer is to be shared, plates are needed. It's impossible to eat one of these without spillage!
Next is the special beef pho. A traditional size (BIG) bowl of flavorful beef broth, brimming with sliced beef, halved meat balls, tendon, tripe and brisket, a ball of thin rice noodles, topped with scallions and sliced onions. Bean sprouts, cilantro, basil and sliced jalepenos are served on the side. The pho was very good, though the noodles were a little soggy.
We also tried the Banh Mi Chay. A beautifully prepared sandwich stuffed with seasoned tofu, cucumbers, pickled carrots and cilantro and a house made mayo. The bread is just ok, but the rest of the ingredients are spot-on and tasty.
Pho 1 is a great choice to satisfy that Pho craving. Recommended.