Jando S.
Yelp
Located on the same side as Viet Hoa Supermarket, Pho Bo To & Bo Ne has quietly become one of my go-to spots for both pho and bo ne. The food has always been on point, the service has always been ultra friendly, the prices are affordable, and the vibe is often low key.
They've done a good job at maximizing the space inside. It's not huge, but it's enough to handle several large groups at the same time. The waits are never long, even during peak times on the weekend and there is plenty of seating during the week during lunch and dinner.
No lie, I feast here every time. This means I'm with large groups where multiple bowls of pho, at least a platter or two of their famed bo ne, and a good number of their appetizers ranging from nem cuon, cha gio, and their super interesting com chien bo luc lac.
The pho is aromatic and the broth is semi-clear, with ample heapings of meats for their dac biet version and very underrated. Their bo kho (beef stew) is also famous, which goes well with noodles or baguette. The bo ne is the show stealer for most, with a good amount of beef cubes over a sizzling platter accompanied with a salad, baguette, and a killer paté + butter mix. I'd happily eat a cup of the latter.
Plenty of folks will talk about how difficult service can be at other competing restaurants, but I've found that this location is always excellent in that arena. They're good about tending to tables, being friendly all the time, and really good with bringing the food in a timely manner.
They may have their bad days, but most of my experiences have been some of their best ones. I highly recommend to all to give this place a try and order the very same things I've mentioned above for an ideal spread.
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My photos: https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/pho-bo-to-and-bo-ne-houston-4?userid=ysCBsXWPB-LAiewVS3jZfQ
