So friendly. The service (quality and speed) was top notch. Unfortunately, the Pho left much to be desired.
It was my first time visiting Pho Truc Lien (I had - and still have - a hankering for good Pho). The woman at the counter (clearly the owner or a member of the owner's family) was incredibly friendly and caring. Chatted me up while I waited for my order (take-out). She made me feel like the most important client in the place (there were about four tables of diners eating in). She said, numerous times, that she hoped I enjoyed my soup.
I got rare beef Pho. Portion size (medium) was definitely good for one person. I had enough noodles / broth / sprouts. I was informed they had no basil (disappointing, because that's very much part of the taste profile I was craving). Their basil was "wilted" and "frozen" so they didn't want to serve it. Focus on fresh!! I was encouraged by this.
I was sad to see only three or four tiny shriveled shavings of very well-done beef. It tasted of nothing. The broth wasn't anything to write home about - like cabbage water. I doubt I will go back.
Smellanie
It was my first time visiting Pho Truc Lien (I had - and still have - a hankering for good Pho). The woman at the counter (clearly the owner or a member of the owner's family) was incredibly friendly and caring. Chatted me up while I waited for my order (take-out). She made me feel like the most important client in the place (there were about four tables of diners eating in). She said, numerous times, that she hoped I enjoyed my soup.
I got rare beef Pho. Portion size (medium) was definitely good for one person. I had enough noodles / broth / sprouts. I was informed they had no basil (disappointing, because that's very much part of the taste profile I was craving). Their basil was "wilted" and "frozen" so they didn't want to serve it. Focus on fresh!! I was encouraged by this.
I was sad to see only three or four tiny shriveled shavings of very well-done beef. It tasted of nothing. The broth wasn't anything to write home about - like cabbage water. I doubt I will go back.
Perhaps I'll stick to Somerset from now on...