It was a cold wintery day and my friend craved something warm and soupy. We were coming from the Javitts center after an event and this placed popped up on Google Maps. I didn't even know this place existed and we hang out by the area very often and have never noticed it. It was a straight line eastward from where we were so location was easy to find and get to.
It's bright with lots of seating options (mainly 2-seaters) but they do push tables together for larger parties.
Simple menu on a one sheeter with pho, banh mi, appetizers, and vermicelli noodles. My friend got the flank and brisket pho. I wasn't too hungry to I asked the employee for a banh mi to go (and for separate checks). She asked if I wanted my food now or later when we leave, and I asked for it later).
My friend's pho came out basically a minute after we ordered. Even though I wasn't hungry, I was very thirsty and finished my glass of water quickly. There wasn't much service in that the employee didn't fill my water automatically. I only wanted a few more sips and I'm sure I couldn't asked, but didn't feel the need to.
As we finished up and gathered our belongings to leave. I was about to waive them down for the check and for my banh mi to go, the employee had it ready as soon as I waved, before I could even open my mouth. I very much appreciate the attentiveness and efficiency there.
Excited to come back in the future and dine in. read more