Sandra S.
Yelp
I have never had Hanoi Pho before so I was very excited to try this place as it had a lot of excellent reviews raving on how authentic the food is. I was doing some research on the difference between the typical Pho (southern pho) vs hanoi pho. Interesting to learn that hanoi pho uses wider noodles, pounded beef, clearer broth, and does not offer a plate of herbs.
To place your order, you go to the back. Then, you find a place to sit & someone will bring your food items to you. The place is very cozy & small, but there are some tables w/ chairs (for dining in). We ordered to share: 1) Pho Tai Gau, 2) Pho Bo Ap Chao, 3) Fried dough sticks, 4) Daily Refresher drink.
Pho Tai Gau - Super delicious! This Vietnamese noodle soup came with flank beef & brisket, scallion, onion, and cilantro. The broth was lighter tasting & the noodle is wider - comparing to the typical saigon pho. I added some lime juice, vinegar + chili sauce and it made the broth even more delicious. It reminded me of a sweet sour broth (tom yum soup), but vietnamese style. Super refreshing + the broth was not salty. The flank beef + brisket were delicious + it had a good amount. I would reorder this!
Pho Bo Ap Chao - This was sooo delicious and super flavorful! This Vietnamese noodle soup came w/ sauteed beef shin, garlic, scallion, onion, and cilantro. This noodle soup was more flavorful than the Pho Tai Gau! You can taste the garlic + sauteed beef in the broth. It was delicious by itself + even more delicious after adding chili sauce, vinegar + lime to it. I also would reorder this!
Fried dough stick - 4 small fried dough sticks in this appetizer. It reminded me of the chinese crueller. It was savory + crunchy, and when dipped w/ the noodle soup it was even more delicious! I was happy to try this, but would skip this item.
Daily Refresher - This drink was super refreshing w/ just the right of sweetness. It is lemongrass-infused peach tea, served with fresh slices of peach and orange. I would reorder this as well!
Staff was very friendly and nice. Food was very delicious! I will try the other foods next time I come back!