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| - Since October, I have had an obsession with the Pho at Blue Moon. Since discovering this little Pho jewel, I've probably come for dinner 14 times - 3 times by myself (I can't believe I'm admitting this to you..). So, clearly I'm a Pho-lover, and as far as Pho goes in the Valley, this place serves some of the best. It's run by a very nice Vietnamese family - always friendly and smiling. The location itself is small and modestly decorated, but it's bright and clean and usually full of people! Most of the times I've come, the majority of the other patrons have been Vietnamese families, which I'd say is a good sign for the authenticity of Blue Moon.
Soup has to be one of the most comfortable meals around. At Blue Moon, they serve traditional Pho with rare steak, tripe, and tendon, and also have brisket and meatballs. Don't be shy, get the large! I alternate between rare steak and meatballs, the chicken pho, and then the pho with veggies, and I load each one with a healthy squirt of sriracha hot sauce, sprouts and basil. The veggies usually include carrots, bok choy, and broccoli - colorful, crispy, and plentiful. Love it. If I am very hungry, I start with the egg rolls - shrimp and pork goodness in a crispy wrapper.
Although I only ever order the Pho (they have a 50% off special - $3.50 for a great meal!), the rest of their menu looks delicious. They have family dinner specials (for 2 to 6 people) with several different dishes that are a great deal. They have other noodles and soups, as well as meat, chicken or tofu dishes served with rice. They also have seafood appetizers and main courses, like sauteed clams or salted catfish. One day I'll branch out from the Pho and try the other Vietnamese delicacies, but for now, I am hooked on Pho!
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