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| - The exterior of the building is quite inviting, and stands apart from the run down strip at Markham and Lawrence N.E. That exterior is deceptive...
I had a quick lunch of pho with beef. The service was a bit slow although the place was quiet at 2 PM, and the ambience was gloomy, dull, and somewhat clubby (servers and cooks chatting at one table, saying hello to regulars etc.)
The rare beef ordered in pho was quickly cooked by the broth and somewhat tough. Not the best quality beef, nor was the broth very good; probably too much water, or short on pork bones.
Service was a bit slow, but staff was taking an extended break when I was there. Considering the large empty room, and laid back atmosphere, I didn't expect fast service here. Even the attitude was expected and accepted.
In short, it was OK for a shopper's lunch, but they could do a lot more with what they have here.
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