I don't know how I passed off as an Asian without trying pho 'til my 3rd year in university. (Fail, I know.) And of course, Pho Hung was my first. It was love a first slurp and I quickly became a regular. Every other day my roommate and I would walk over here to be fed by the sweetest owner ever. She and the wait staff would start expecting us and make jokes about keeping a tab instead. We got to know about her daughter and son and she asked us about our upcoming exams. The waiters and waitresses always remembered the extra limes I needed and even stopped me on the street to say hi. (Embarrassing I know.) I was a pho-addict and they were my dealer.
I happened to be in the area today and figured I should have some pho (as I haven't been in Toronto for a year.) Just before I walked in, I read the sign saying that today was their last day of business. It was like fate.
When I was sat down today, the wait staff remembered me and realized how long it's been. Some even specifically came over just to say hi. So sweet.
Pho hung has the best pho I've tried in Toronto. Makes sense as they've been open for 21 years. It's really a shame that the savory soup and delicious noodles will only be just a memory as the condo goes up in its place. The future U of T students will really be losing part of "the experience".
Thank you Pho Hung for the amazing memories I've had with friends and all the times you fed me when I was stressed. I will truly miss my #08 small well done.
Best wishes and love,
the girl with the extra limes