Aug 12 2008
Pho Bang - NYC
Hi everyone,
I hope everyone is doing well. Today’s featured restaurant is a nice Vietnamese place in New York City (MidTown Manhattan) that is both cheap and very good - two qualities that are definitely a plus in my book. After Eri got her haircut at this Japanese hairstylist’s shop called “Ueno,” she asked the stylist where we could get some good pho. Luckily, the hairstylist had a quick suggestion and it was in the area.
Since Eri was craving some pho, we decided to chance Pho Bang, which was located on Mott between Grand and Broome. The place isn’t the most luxurious of areas, to say the least; however, it inside was nice, and the restaurant was Zagat rated, so we weren’t phased.
The menu was extensive, and the most expensive item was 10 dollars, which was awesome. Eri chose the classic pho, while I got the Hanoi Beef on Vermicelli Rice. Both of our choices were very very good. The pho broth was full and was accented well by the meat (and vice versa). The beef on vermicelli rice was well-marinated and the vinegar sauce they give you adds the perfect touch to the saltiness of the steak. I though that in all, the meal was a very good one.
The service was mediocre, perhaps somewhat attributable to a language barrier; also, they only take cash which was kind of a hassle, but in all it was a great experience and I loved the food. The bill ended up being only 25 dollars for two people and an appetizer (summer rolls for 3 bucks!).
I highly suggest venturing out there to get some cheap, tasty food. Here’s the info:
(212) 966-3797
Happy eating everyone,
Rayray
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