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| - In the beginning, after reading the reviews regarding Pho on 7 I was a little reluctant on trying the food but figured I'd purchase the Groupon for it anyways and give it a try.
This is my third time going and I think this place is great--the food is not anything particularly outstanding, but it tasted delicious and there was a gorgeous atmosphere to boot.
I ordered #401 (do not remember the name...) but it contained a decent amount of meat (crab, beef, chicken, and pork) with a serving of rice and ordered the tomato pho as well (both were served within five minutes of ordering). The tomato pho came smaller than I had anticipated, but for $8 I didn't expect the portions to be too grand (though the other dish was well worth it for $10). The broth was strong and suited my tastes perfectly (not too watered down), and the other dish was simply delicious (the pork, chicken and beef were tender with the right amount of flavor, whereas the crab was not too salty) .
The waiters were attentive, but not enough to feel invasive (they did serve us when we called for them and helped us with our orders by suggesting different dishes).
They DO have a service charge....and the taxes and tips already included within the bill--which can often leave the customer accidentally paying the tips twice.
Until my most recent visit I had not noticed that they had breakfast combos (8am-11am) where the food costs around $3-$5 with a drink included (it also may have side dishes included), as well as a tea time combo (3pm-6pm) where the food costs $5-$10 (drinks included) (though they pointed out that this was not valid for Groupon coupons...)
Overall, I don't think my experience is as bad as the other reviews. Pho on 7 isn't the absolute BEST place for pho (there's always better), nor is it the worst--it's pretty much just an average pho place (food tastes okay, service is average, though the atmosphere is nice and spacious).
I'd give it four stars--and will be going to try the breakfast combo tomorrow!
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