This is my favourite pho place in the city but the 4th star may have been influenced by its proximity to my house, my familiarity with the staff (sometimes I don't even have to order) and the potential to see George Strombolopoulous in his corner table.
I alternate between the "Special 171" (spicy beef) and regular beef pho. Love the spring rolls as well - my favourite spring rolls in the city.
While I've had better quality broth and beef other places, I have also had waaaaaay worse attempts at pho. This place has great service if by great service you mean fast and not polite. The staff will barely speak to you, but if my food comes quickly I'm not that fussed.
I used to be embarrassed to bring my fancy (read: snobby or people not used to the dives in the neighbourhood) friends here but with the recent renos I'll be bringing more of my out of town guests here.
My friends rave about the vegan broth as well, so I deem this place veggie-friendly.
After reading other Yelp reviews and Foursquare tips, I've got an excuse to go back soon - vietnamese pancakes?! See you soon, Turtle!