Pho 88 Vietnamese Restaurant is like a Pho institution in Scarborough... Everyone I know been to it... and as a Pho "Queen" I have yet to pay a visit.
This afternoon I was in a rush.. and want something quick fast and cheap.. and since I never have a bowl of Pho at this restaurant, all I go!!
The parking here can just be a nightmare... with the busy Supermarket.. and driving in and out of the lot can be a stressful experience!
Only a few tables occupied on this Friday afternoon.. I was never given a menu.. maybe they think I know what I want?? The order sheets are hiding underneath the table.. so I just picked my usual.......while the waiter looking over my shoulders.
Pho with Rare Beef, Cook Beef and Tripes ($5.99) M
- It took awhile to arrive to the table... a lot longer than I would have suspect because the place is not busy and just a Pho??
- The soup I am glad was deceiving hot! the bean sprouts all tenderly cooked by the time I start eating
- MSG? Maybe.. but it is a good MSG... because I like it! :) good flavour.. salty enough for the noodle but too salty to drink on its own
- Noodle though is not the fresh type.. but was cooked properly, so don't have that funny taste!
- Beef, plenty of Beef.. (no one is going to ask me "Where is the Beef?")
Not the best Pho I have, but I have to say it really hit the spot!! When I was walking to my car after stuffing myself, I feel nice and warm in my tummy.. that's always a good sign!