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| - Solid addition to the Vietnamese restaurant scene in Midtown!
Personally, I never cared for Ninh Kieu, I found their Bun Bo Hue to be too far too salty, I even suspect they used MSG in it. However, when the restaurant changed owners, I jetted over to see how Pho Ha Nam stacked up.
For those that loved Ninh Kieu, you'll be happy to know not a whole lot has changed. The inside is largely the same, and a lot of the servers are still there. Their menu is a bit different however, it's definitely pared down, and prices are comparable to others in the area. The service was very fast and friendly. I was pleased to find I actually liked their Bun Bo Hue even more than Superior Pho's; while Superior uses a LOT of lemongrass in their bun bo, Pho Ha Nam's is definitely more spicy and oily, which is great if that's what you're after. They also add some variety with shredded radish and pate in the bun bo, which doesn't often come complimentary. My only criticisms are that there was a greater proportion of noodles to meat, which I personally don't mind, but others might feel the meat portion was a little small. I found with the addition of the pate though, it was a well balanced bowl. Unfortunately, they did not have tendon (my favorite noodle bowl add on) but otherwise I really enjoyed my meal here. My iced tea was complimentary, so I ended up walking out spending less than $10 (not including tip) for a very satisfying meal. I'm looking forward to trying more from this location, and I would definitely return next time I'm in the mood for some spicy Bun Bo!
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