I believe this is actually one of the only pho places around my work. They've been dropping like flies but this one has stuck around. Like always, pho pilgrimage rules apply to my visit here this time.
So, upon ordering, I noticed they don't have only shrimp fresh rolls so I got pork/shrimp rolls. I also had their "special 99" bowl. Basically the same as every other place.
The first taste of the broth was quite nice. I tasted a bunch of basil already in it which was kinda nice. The broth was alright, but could have used a bit more back end flavour and less salt to compensate (or msg).
The 2nd test was the rare beef. It was surprisingly still rare (which is how I like it) when I took it out. After a taste it was definitely one of the better beef slices I've had in a while. I would still like it ruby red rare though when they bring it out. I guess they rarely do that anymore?
The rest of the ingredients were alright... The beef balls were kinda nothing special, the tendon was a cake of tendon (I'd rather have it in long chunks), and the brisket was not bad.
The fresh rolls were kinda disappointing. On one hand, they put basil and noodles in it fresh and you could taste it. On the other hand... where the heck was the pork and the shrimp? Hiding? I think I found some behind a piece of basil?
As far as close to my work goes, this place wins the battle so far.