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| - Sen Vang is a great Vietnamese place for those who crave something besides banh mi, as they offer various noodle dishes that are guaranteed to soothe the soul. From the common pho to combo rice dishes to bun bo hue, it is definitely a sit-down place that's great for those who want to try something new like I did the day I went.
I ordered the large bun bo hue (spicy beef noodle soup) with a Vietnamese iced coffee for my beverage. It took all but five minutes for the noodle soup to come out piping hot and chock full of various cuts of meat that would be unfamiliar to Western palates. For instance, there were your typical un-intimidating slices and chunks of beef, but there were also pieces of Vietnamese white sausage and coagulated pig's blood. Personally, the pig's blood didn't suit my tastes, but that's probably because it's an acquired one. The broth was still wonderfully seasoned and spiced (although I did need to add some spicy oil for that extra kick), and the noodles were bouncy and fresh and reminded me a lot of Guilin mifen that I would eat in China. The bean sprouts added that extra crunch that is always appreciated for texture purposes, and the lime juice made it tangy but not too sour. As always, the Vietnamese know how to make their iced coffee, so there's nothing new to say about how much I liked it!
Since I have friends who live in or are frequently around the Côte-des-Neiges area, I'll be sure to bring them here next time I'm in the area! After all, great food is always better consumed with great company.
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