The first time I came here was when they first opened. The owner helped us out with the menu and suggested I try the bun bo beef noodle. I figured might as well since that's typically what I order at any pho restaurant. First taste and I knew I needed to come back for more sooner rather than later. It was slightly different than other bun bo flavoured broths I've tried; more flavourful. It didn't taste like a soup seasoning that was pulled off a grocery store shelf.
About a year later, (shame on me for not coming back sooner) I'm returning for lunch. They've come out with a pho challenge! $50, 50mins, 6lbs of noodles and meat. Finish it all by yourself and the bowl of noodles is free and you get a $100 gift card for the restaurant.
This visit, I ordered the same bun bo beef noodles! The broth was a little different from my first visit; it had lost the unique flavour I thought I had picked out the first time. BUT, it's not a complaint. It was still delicious and satisfied my pho craving. The two pieces of pork hock was SO tender, fall off the bone. Didn't even know pork hock could be so tender.
I also got to try my friend's satay broth. Delicious! Peanuty, slightly coconut, with a touch of sweetness.
I always seem to think of Mr. Pho first when I'm craving. Will definitely be back soon. Hopefully not another year later.