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| - The prices are fair and I'm surprised that only recently they have issued new menus and changed the prices. This particular location is frequented by a lot of Vietnamese in the community, as well as being owned and managed by a Vietnamese family. I believe there's a certain amount of pride involved in serving your own ethnic food that usually results in a better experience. It's all anecdotal, but I've noticed the difference between Japanese owned sushi restaurants and Chinese owned ones. This applies to almost all restaurants, from fast food to fancier fare. The service here is quick and efficient. I could order, eat and leave in about 15 minutes if I wanted to.
I usually get a Pho Dac Biet, which has a little bit of everything thrown in a very tasty broth. A large is a satisfying serving of meats, tendon and noodles. An extra large is what I usually order, but that may be too much for most people. I find the broth is usually better on the weekend, rather than what you get on a slower weekday. But maybe that's just me. I enjoy the durian shakes, as well as the various vermicelli dishes.
The little things separate this location from other Pho restaurants. For example, the plate of bean sprouts, lime and other herbs that accompany your meal are fresh and generous. I've been to places where you are given a sliver of lime to add to your dish and I can't believe that such actions can be justified in terms of savings.
As the years go by, I find myself travelling from further and further away just to eat here. The consistency of the food and a bit of sentimentality keeps me coming back. I know exactly what I'm going to get and there's a certain level of comfort that comes from that.
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