3.5 *
The lady who cuts my hair is from Vietnam and she recommended this place when I mentioned my love for pho. She said she really doesn't eat it very often since it's fattening (mind you I think she probably weighs about 80 lbs. so I think she needs more pho!!).
I was feeling a bit under the weather so a big ol' steamin' pho bowl was right up my alley. I arrived a few minutes before they opened and people were already outside waiting-a good sign I thought. Upon entering I was surprised as this is probably the cleanest Vietnamese place I've ever been to-another plus!
So, I order pho tai and pork egg rolls. The service was quick, and as more patrons entered the restaurant the staff welcomed everyone as if they were long time friends.
My food arrives and everything is good, the pho broth is a little bit sweet than I personally would care for but has a good complex flavor. Ditto the egg rolls, you can tell they're homemade when they're imperfect. I thought their prices were a bit high but I certainly left with a full stomach. Though Pho Thanh is still my favorite, I would return to Pho Avina again another bonus it's not too far from the house.