This is hands down the best pho I've had in Denver (and I've had a lot of pho). Everything was fresh and delicious, but the broth was out of this world. I got the brisket and my partner got rare steak. The grilled meat spring rolls were also amazing. Definitely will be adding this place to my go-to list! read more

I went to Denver for my husband's business trip. During his work time, I walked around to find something good to eat. Especially some Asian foods. And I found "Pho-Natic. It's located across the street from the Colorado State Capitol, easy to access. I went there around 2:00pm, only 2 tables of customers. Service was quick. I order "Tai Gan Sach", Rare steak, tendon and tripe, Vietnamese Noodle Soup, regular size, $8 The waitress recommended me to order small size and I should listen to her as regular was too big. I also ordered "Che Ba Mau", Red bean, green bean and jell-o in coconut milk, $4 It was a drink but they put it under the dessert column. I just wanted to have jelly in my drink and waitress was so helpful to change for me. The noodle soup tasted not too bad, portion was big, rare beef was fresh and raw (love it), tendon was soft, tripe was normal. Good thing was they served the veggies aside, you could add as your own favor. The veggies also served freshly. The drink was too sweet for me, ever you treated it as a dessert. So glad there is a Vietnamese street food restaurant in downtown Denver, not fancy but very honest food. Good for me as an Asian. Ever it's not surprisingly good, quality is quite nice, worth trying for Vietnamese food. read more

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This place is a modest looking but amazing gem! Some of the best pho I've ever had! My partner ordered the grilled meat combo plate which was tasty as well. The broth for the pho was light and flavorful, and all the ingredients were fresh. This also was a perfect spot to stop after walking from downtown to see the Molly Brown House! read more

This is going to be our new Pho spot! Service was excellent, and the food was great and came out fast. Great vegetarian pho. The portion sizes were pretty big too. I got a small and was full. Great experience overall! read more

I love Pho and this place hits the spot each time! Lovely food, good wait staff. Fresh meals and amazing portions at great prices! I will be back for sure! read more

Got takeout from here that satisfied my chilly-night pho craving. Since I love trying "weird" meats, I got the pho #23 with rare steak, well done brisket, tendon, tripe, and well-done flank. I had a little trouble deciphering what was what, but I'm pretty sure the well-done meats and tendon were my favorites. Much of the meat was half-frozen which I didn't expect, but it warmed up nicely in the hot broth. Broth had fantastic flavor. And the regular size for $9 was enough for two meals for me. Takeout process was fast and easy - ready in 15 min. So I have no complaints, and would certainly eat here again! read more

This was our first time going to Pho-natic. My friend is vegetarian, so she got the veggie pho and I got the rare steak and brisket! The broth was super flavorful, and they gave us very generous servings. The pho was still light yet tasty. If anything, I'd wish they had more white and green onions, but that's mostly because I'm not a big fan of bean sprouts and jalapeños. Definitely coming back sometime to see if they have milk tea! read more

Pho-natic - Vietnamese Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Visit #: too many to count Will be back, probably during our next snow Let's just say the Capitol would be nothing without Pho-natic. Okay, maybe *I* would be nothing without them, but you get it. I haven't actually been to many pho joints in Denver, but of the few I have, Pho-natic is near the top of my list. The broth is crystal clear-- a bit too salty, but not too overwhelming. My favorite thing about this place is the option to get a veggie/tofu bowl in chicken broth, as opposed to veggie or beef...gotta get that chicken bone broth to shake the occasional cold! Whether you dine in or eat out you'll get loaded up with a huge mound of basil leaves, your meat (or veggies & tofu), bean sprouts, and lime wedges. Be prepared to wait a while if you dine in at lunch--they get pretty backed up. If you work at or around the Capitol, I'm sure this will become one of your staples. Food: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Ambiance: 4/5 Wait time: 3/5 Total: 17/20 read more

Had an early dinner here a few nights ago. Service was friendly & attentive. Very nice decor and set up. You wouldn't think there's more seating till you wander to the restroom -there's 2 additional dining rooms aside from the front seating area. We always order crispy rolls when we go eat pho. Theirs were good- a little heavy on the black pepper but that didn't stop us from eating it :) I ordered Spicy beef soup (bun bo hue). It was good but not what I expect for bun bo hue-the meat, broth, and everything. My bf ordered a large #23 Pho Dac Biet. You have a choice of small, med, or large. Their large is huge!! It'll def put you in a pho-coma. Was it good? It was edible. The broth was on the lighter side of flavor. In other words, a bit watered down :( I would probably try something else. Sad to say, not the Pho. read more

Pho-natic - #23 Pho Dac Biet - Vietnamese Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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DELICIOUS pho! There is so much flavor packed in the bowl, it's incredible! I get the pho tofu every time and it's always super fresh and served extremely hot! The portion size is great for the price! Staff is always very friendly, too! read more

I came here for a late lunch today. I was seated pretty quickly. I asked about the cia gio and it turns out they make them with wheat based wonton wrappers instead of rice paper and being sensitive to wheat and gluten I went with the barbecue spring rolls instead which were quite good and a pot of Jasmine tea. I had a small bowl of pho dac biet as my main course. I prefer a richer broth but it was still quite satisfying. With the spring roll a small bowl really filled me up. The price is higher than most of the places on federal I've been to but considering the location I'm not surprised. I am happy to pay for the convenience of being able to have pho so close to my work. My total today was around $14+tip. Also my waitress was awesome. This definitely satisfied my cravings for pho. I'll be back. read more

Simply a gem! Low key, quiet, nice classy jazz music, great food! Clean, friendly. Yelp is being ridiculous, not allow me to post, saying "it is too short"?! It is short to the point. Yelp should change this policy! read more

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Best pho in Denver! A hidden gem near downtown and the Colorado State Capitol! My usual is the #23 which is all the beef. read more

Pho-natic - Vietnamese Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Excellent food, quality, large portions and service. I would definitely come back soon.

I am so glad to have discovered this gem in the capital hill area. Interior of the restaurant is quite different from a "typical" pho restaurant one will find at locations like the Federal boulevard. Broth for the pho, which I think of as the key, has just the right amount saltiness and such full aroma of the meat that usually requires hours of simmering to bring out the flavor. In the summer I like to pair my pho with Thai tea and spring rolls. Portion is quite big here I only get the regular when I am really hungry. Service at this place is friendly and fast. I also like to get the window seat just so I can do some ppl watching at the same time. read more

This restaurant is really good. They close around 8 so make sure you eat early. However their Pho broth is great, and they have really good teas to have with your meal. The spring rolls are nice too. In my opinion they are one of the better Pho places in Denver. And its an easy location. Right on Colfax. read more

Pho was really good. Green tea was really good too. Service was good. All around good, will be back.

Phonatic is a pho place that was been good consistently and that is something I greatly appreciate. There are so many places that provide good food but when you go back, each time it's different or not as good. But phonatic is always good. A nice spot for my top comfort food with great service and great food. There is no parking. I recommend going down Grant and parking on the street next to the Capitol Building. read more

Pho-natic - Rare steak and well done brisket, small size! Instagram: EatDrinkNRepeat - Vietnamese Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Great place for hot, warm food, especially on cold day! Their soup was so delicious, I finish eat all of them! read more

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I placed a to-go order earlier this evening and I was very pleased about the freshness of the ingredients, the portion size and the price. I ordered the Vegetarian Spring Rolls and the Vegetarian Pho. Both delicious! I truly enjoyed the peanut sauce with the Spring Rolls (even thought I am not a super fan generally of this dipping sauce). It has a very rich flavor with a bit of spice. Yum. The Pho was great! The broth was super tasty and the amount of herbs and vegetables to add to the tofu was perfect. Will definitely stop by again! read more

Pho-k yeah! For about 5 weeks straight I made pho-Friday a tradition because I love this place so much. When it comes to pho it's all about the broth. I'm looking for a smooth clear broth with layers of flavor. Pho-natic's broth checks off all my requirements and knocks my socks off every time. It is like slurping liquid heaven. Ii alternate between the brisket and chicken pho, both are good depending on the mood you're in. The accoutrements are always fresh and they give you more than enough to customize your bowl exactly how you like it. My perfect combo is all the sprouts, a pinch of onions, 6 basil leaves and 3-4 jalapeños. read more

This is the best Pho in Denver. I lived in Vietnam for about a month and haven't been able to get anything close to that until I came here. This place is legit amazing. Doesn't even compare. Far better than other places that were rated high. Pho-natic has that magic ! read more

it was pretty okay. the pho didn't have much flavor in the broth. service was pretty foul. no hate we had time just kinda sucked

I got take out and had to throw it out and go get food somewhere else, costing me double. They put it in the styrofoam so hot that half of the styrofoam where liquid was disintegrated into the broth and there was a ledge in the contain between where the liquid was and where the rest of the container started. Get rid of the styrofoam!!!!!!! read more

Compares to my favorite spot in SD! OB Noodle house! Broth is delicious. I wish the atmosphere was better, the place was so cold and not inviting but the servers and food was good! read more

Pho-natic - Chicken vermicelli - Vietnamese Near Me - Denver, Colorado

This place really does turn you into a pho-natic! It's my favorite Denver pho spot as of now. The chicken and veggie broth are both good and don't use MSG. The beef broth does so I will avoid that. Their broth tastes great and the veggies and meats taste fresh. Friendly staff and good service a great place to grab a quick meal. Only negative is that they close so early at 8. I typically eat later and I always have to make sure I get there early if I want pho. The waiter said its cause they don't have an alcohol license. read more

Ok so snowy day and right on lunchtime, expected it to be busy, but far out I was getting so hangry I nearly ate the table! And you don't want to see a hangry Australian...we get loud and not very subtle. Later on the server told us that they were short staffed, but I still feel that waiting 20 minutes for water and for our order to be taken, another 20 minutes for tea and another 15 minutes to get PHO, is ridiculous. I mean, it's already made, broth in the bowl and go! The broth was nice, $10 for a large bowl, and considering my state, I ate it all for a change!! read more

The gods of good pho are smiling upon Capital Hill. Someone please give me a moment alone while I travel back to those beefy, full, pipping hot bowls of Vietnamese holy water served in the shadow of our state capital. The pho broth is everything one would expect, just enough fat to remind of the hours of bubbling bones, spiced to the point of perfection and clear, clear, clear. Tender tendon and chewy tripe - I love the nasty bits! The super fresh veggie plate is just enough not to waste, service is out of the world and the place is spotless. The interior is modern and simple. This is the new Cap Hill go to place, pho sure. This is going to give Federal a run pho its money no doubt. Now, log off and go get your pho on, sigh, you will thank me. read more

Hey kids, do you live near Capitol Hill? Do you love Vietnamese food? Then do yourself a big phocking favor and check out the new restaurant at Colfax and Grant. After a few reliable recommendations, anonymous and otherwise, the missus, a mutal friend, and I set our sights on the newest pho place in downtown. When it comes to location, Pho-natic knows how to pick them. Since the vast majority of (reputable) pho restaurants are over yonder on Federal Blvd, it was great to find a worthwhile stop in our neighborhood. It's like a haven of heartwarming soup in a warzone littered with porn shops and liquor store. Definitely a welcome addition to the barely-East Colfax strip. Besides prime real estate, the two best things Pho-natic has going for it are their cuisine and their service. First, the service. The three of us walked in the doors of the place at 7:30 on a Friday night, and were seated at the only available table. Our waitress was a model of both kindness and efficiency, and was prompt with menus and taking our order. She was also quick with recommendations with each course, and instrumental in our dessert selection (more on that in a sec). I got the sense that the family staff at Pho-natic are exactly the kind of entrepreneurs you want working a neighborhood restaurant: eager, friendly, and hellbent on sticking around. I also feel obliged to mention that by the time our bill came, it was nearly 8:30. We inquired when closing time was, and our waitress, smiling all the while, said that they closed their doors at 8pm. I really appreciate restaurants that don't try and rush you at the door, even though they'd be within their rights to do so. Class act, Pho-natic. When it comes to the food, I have to say, I was impressed. Like a lot of Yelpers, I'd sort-of sworn off other pho restaurants after finding Pho 95 a few years ago, but this place gives that hallowed soup hub a run for their money. For starters, we split an order of the grilled meats spring rolls: two (big) rolls for four dollars. Totally worth it! I could've easily eaten another, but wanted to save room for the medium rare steak/brisket pho that was on its way. As tasty as the appetizers were, the main course stole the show. It took a while to arrive, as the restaurant was packed an hour before closing, but was well worth the delay. The broth is a little sweeter than I'm used to, but still balances the salty with the sugary. The plate of veggies we were given was the perfect size; enough for everyone, without excess (unlike a lot of other Pho places out there). The meat was tender and very tasty, and they didn't skimp on the noodles (although the missus said she felt otherwise in her bowl, also a medium). Bowl was a good size; I didn't feel like a pig for finishing, but didn't puss out at the end, either. I can't imagine finishing a large in one sitting, though. To finish it off, instead of basking in our belt-loosening pho coma, we ordered a dessert to share. I can't remember its Vietnamese name, but it's the first selection on the dessert menu. Although a goblet full of coconut milk, shaved ice and gelatinous tropical fruits didn't sound particularly satisfying at the time, I'll be damned if it was anything less than refreshing. I imagine this would be a great way to finish off a hot summer day; it reminded me a little of horchata in this sense. Recommended for those in the mood for an unusual but tasty finish to their dinner. All-in-all, Pho-natic proved to be as good as we'd been promised, and I'd like to think we'll be back again before long. Two small gripes before it can earn its five star status: 1.) The eerie silence of a full restaurant. As I said earlier, the place was nearly packed when we got there, but people were talking at an almost whisper level at their tables. Maybe they could take a cue from every other Pho restaurant and cue up some Southeast Asian jams to keep the din a little livelier. A meal with as many slurps, burps and contended sighs as pho definitely demands a little background music. 2.) The bowls are a little more pricey than I'm used to. While $7 for a medium is certainly not unfair, it's counterintuitive to the 'cheapest meal EVERRR' draw of pho. However, it's worth pointing out that the rent prices on Capitol Hill have got to be a lot steeper than Federal and Alameda, and in my opinion, the convenience of kick-ass pho within walking distance is worth an extra buck or two. I'll definitely be back soon, Pho-natic. Even if I have to bring my own soundtrack via headphones. I hear Cattle Decapitation goes great with the rare brisket bowl. read more

Pho - bomb. Location - bomb. Strawberry smoothie - bomb. Inexpensive - bomb. Closed on Sunday - not bomb. I've been to Pho-natic a couple of times and I am constantly impressed by the cleanliness of the place. The nice light green walls are very relaxing. Talk about a lot of room - great for meals with coworkers. There is a lot to be desired by the music selection...if I wanted a nap I would have stayed at home. The pho is great tho! I highly suggest getting a size small as this will be enough of a meal for most people. The regular is huge and I don't even want to guess how big the large would be. So, you get a huge bang for your buck! They have meats and veggies and sea food and noodles and rice and great smoothies. I like that no matter what time of day it may be the staff is always efficient. Be it a lunch crowd or later in the evening, I've always had prompt service. The view of Colfax isn't too shabby either. Sure, it might be a bit scary but there's a big pane of glass in between you and the Colfaxians...just sit back and enjoy. read more

I don't get all the reviews and all the stars. The pho here is extremely Americanized. The bun bo hue is just spicy pho...it does not have the thicker udon style noodles or any fish cake/pork hock/pork blood or anything that would make it bun bo hue. While, I realize it may be popular for the neighborhood it is in, real asians should head down to Federal Blvd for the legit stuff. I ordered spring rolls as well and while the taste was okay, they are about half the size of spring rolls at any other pho restaurant. Real asians beware, you probably won't like this place... read more

Though I cleverly disguise my ethnic roots with tattoos, tight pants, body modifications, heavy eyeliner, punk music blasting from my Jeep and complete lack of modesty, I am Vietnamese. Vietnamese American. Fluent in both languages and cuisine. And I love pho. I love pho because my grandma used to make that and banh xeo for us grandkids every week and it was a treat! So when it comes to pho restaurants I judge, and I judge harshly. Because why pay for it when my grandma can make it? Well, she doesn't make it as often anymore because she doesn't want us (now grown up) grandkids to run up her gas bill so during a pho drought I take to the streets. "The streets" used to be Alameda and Federal. But now it's Colfax and Grant. Oh yes, Pho-natic does it well. My grandma's broth is sweet like theirs but I'm not sure if it's because I put a ton of hoisin sauce in it but hoisin can only go so far. It's got to be the broth that's naturally flavorful and delicious and at Pho-natic I deem it is. I had a small bowl of pho with scallops, imitation crab and shrimp balls and ordered vietnamese coffee, which came out true to its form in a drip. I had to wait for it to finish dripping (slow as molasses here) and by then the glass of ice the attentive and friendly server had given me had melted down a little but I didn't mind. It finished dripping at the end of my meal so I had it as dessert. The bill came to just under $10, so it's a little more pricer than Fed and Alameda but worth it because of it's proximity to Cap Hill. And I could hear the server's mom in the back yelling in Vietnamese, just like grandma. 4 stars. read more

Yum, yum, yum and...yum! I've never been to a true pho restaurant before and after many recommendations to many places, we tried here because it was close to home and had good reviews. It's on a busy street but cozy and tucked away inside. We left full and will definitely be back. Will probably do a medium pho as the small was maybe just not enough. Fresh yummy ingredients! Try the Seafood Pho, dynamite! read more

Confession: I've only been eating pho for a year now. I know, I know, I know. Shhh. Seriously, you don't need to lecture me, I realize now what I've been missing. The only problem is, I don't have a car and I live nowhere near Federal. So, this is where I go when I want to get pho-ed up. Also, I never get tired of pho puns. Ever. I like to go my pho to go from this place. Don't get me wrong, the decor is pretty and they've managed to make it feel bright and roomy despite it's somewhat cracked out location of Colfax, but it's soooooo quiet. Too quiet. Like evil henchmen lurking around the corner too quiet. But I find the food to be delicious and putting the pho together at my desk at home is truly something to behold. There are container lids everywhere. Nevertheless, a small is more than enough to satisfy my cravings and at only $6 it's definitely a great deal. read more

This review is strictly for pick-up. When looking for this restaurant, they don't have a sign so the only reason I was able to find it was because they had a little sign on a sandwich board looking thing. Walking in the place was different from other Pho places I have been to & I have been to my fair share of pho places. The entrance wasn't cluttered & was almost contemporary. Very minimal. They had a host podium with only menus on the side & that was it. It's quite small inside but there is ample seating. The employees are super nice. I ordered C7. Fried Rice but when looking at my receipt it stated B7. So I let them know & there was no argument, he apologized & told me "Give me 3 minutes." They had already run my card so he gave me a cash refund of the difference. Which was only about a dollar & some change. Super friendly staff! Cannot say that enough. I ordered the a small 4 which is chicken pho and a large 9 which is a brisket & steak pho with C7 Fried rice. I only ate the chicken pho, the broth was so yummers by itself (that's how you know if a pho place is good, taste the broth before adding all your usual condiments.) The small was a big serving and if I ate the chicken, it would have been a super big portion. as you know, I am vegetarian so I just put the chicken to the side. All in all, it's pretty good. I'd totally recommend it :) Especially with Denver's weather. read more

I was so excited to see that a pho restaurant was finally going to grace Capital Hill. Yes, there's Parallel 17 and Pho on 6th, but I like to have my pho in places to feel like you could or could not have come in your pajamas. Pho-natic's interior is nice and clean, but thankfully lacks the off-putting snob factor of those other places. I ordered a Vietnamese iced coffee ($3) and a rare steak pho bowl ($7 for a medium). Both arrived quickly and had a nice presentation. The Vietnamese coffee was standard stuff, good amount of condensed milk and strong coffee. The pho, though, was really quite good, with well flavored broth, fair amount of steak, fresh looking veg and lots of nice soft noodles. My only complaint would be small stuff to some- the condiments. They did not have fish sauce or chili garlic sauce, only rooster sauce and hoisin sauce. I will bring my own fish sauce to have a decent pho place in my 'hood. All in all, I am extremely excited to have Pho-natic in my neighborhood, and look forward to becoming a regular (but bringing my own fish sauce)! read more

This is a great spot when in the mood for a warm bowl of pho. The menu is extensive and the spring rolls are fantastic. There isn't just your basic shrimp, chicken, or pork roll, but barbecued or grilled meat available for your spring roll, too. The service was prompt and friendly, but the pho, for me, was lacking that kick. That could be in part to the customer having to mix in their own siracha and hoisin sauce. Someone who likes it to the almost unbearable spicy level, you'd think I would be thrilled to have control of the sauce levels, but that's just it - I'm no pro and that's why I love pho places that provide it for you in the right amount on the side. They know what they are doing. I also like to broth a little thicker and robust with the ginger and beef broth flavor. This place is quaint with quick service and a dense enough menu to have you coming back for more, which I plan on doing in the future. I am definitely going to try more things on their adventurous menu! read more

Amazing food! We had a difficult time finding but thankfully we did! We ordered take out so can't comment on interior or service-- just the food. We had the #5 veggie and the tofu noodle dish and my husband had the #2. We loved it all and will return again! Highly recommend! read more

I've never been to Vietnam, so all I know of Vietnamese food is from eating at a lot of restaurants in the US and reading cookbooks. But I eat a lot of pho, and have been to all the places considered best in the Denver area. Based on those, I think Pho-natic is good, but not outstanding. The decor is clean and modern. Instead of the usual blaring TV, they have inoffensive background music. The furniture is all in good shape, and the place just looks like it's well-kept. As I settled in, looked over the menu, and checked out the ambiance, I got the impression this is a pho restaurant for the California Pizza Kitchen crowd. The only people who looked Asian in the place were those working; the clientele appeared to be 100% white anglo. The menu has all the usual pho restaurant type stuff, so I won't even go into detail on that. I ordered a regular size #2 (brisket) and an iced coffee. The coffee was good, just what I needed. The plate of condiments/veggies was really fresh. In fact, I can't remember seeing such good quality Thai basil anywhere before - not a single bruised leaf. And the bean sprouts were pristine, too. They included lots of lime wedges, but no sawgrass (ngo gai) for some reason. Now on to the most important part. When the server brought my bowl of pho, she warned me that it was very hot. And it was hot, just like any soup should be, but nothing unusual. The first thing that struck me about the broth was that it was more clear than most places. The noodles were all in a sticky pile in the bottom of the bowl. So I sampled the broth by itself; it was tasty but not very rich, with all the right spices. I broke up the noodles with my chopsticks and spoon, and then added my favorite veggies and devoured. Like I already said, the dish was good, and I was really impressed with the quality of the ingredients. But I'm only giving 4 stars, because I've had better pho from many other Denver restaurants - Pho 79, for example (both the one on Federal and the one in Broomfield). But if you're in the Capitol Hill area, and don't feel like going over to the pho district on Federal, this is definitely a sound option to consider. Oh, one last thing: They'll bring the check to your table, unlike most pho restaurants where you go up and pay at the counter when you're done. read more

It's hard having a semi-long distance relationship when you don't have a car. Or rather, a regular distance relationship becomes a long distance relationship when you don't have a car. Which is a major bummer. I love Pho 95. Like, Pho 95 was the first place I ever experienced pho in my life, and I was blown away by the concept, the dish, the service, the all around soup-steamy comfort and wonder of the place...but it's like 6 miles away from my Capitol Hill apartment. I guess I could walk there easily enough, if I had a couple hours to spare, but walking back home after imbibing a baby-bathtub-basin of pho is kind of out of the question. And I am not risking a twenty minute (minimum) wait for an RTD bus with 2 liters of broth making its way towards my bladder. I have a special place in my heart for Pho 95, and always will, but sometimes a girl needs a little somethin' somethin' and doesn't want to spend 30 minutes on the bus to get there, you know what I'm sayin'? Pho-natic is 7 blocks away from my Capitol Hill apartment, and a mere 4 blocks away from where I work. Which makes it convenient. Very convenient. It's a little pricier than Pho 95 (which is dirt cheap), at but for what I save not having to take the bus, I'd say it about evens out. It's seven bucks for a 'regular' bowl of pho, $6 for a small, $8 for a large, and the average cost of an appetizer is four dollars. Like Pho 95, Pho-natic has great service AND incredible Vietnamese egg rolls, crispity, crunchity, fresh. The chili-lime sauce is a little less fishy than the sauce at Pho 95, but this is a plus for me personally. The broth at Pho-natic is perhaps a bit milder, a bit sweeter, but good all the same, and nothing a healthy squirt of sriracha can't pep right up. They aren't quite as generous with the plate of add-ins (you know, the sprouts, the basil, lime, etc), but they're happy to bring extra if you make the point to request it. Their Vietnamese coffee is SO GOOD, and they offer standard soft drinks, fresh lemonade, and smoothies (with and without the brown, chewy delight that is boba). They have a small but fun list of desserts, all Vietnamese, all things I had not tried before visiting (I've tried two of the options and enjoyed both). The decor is simplistic and relatively refined. As many other Yelpers have noted, the lack of any kind of music is a little strange when the showcased cuisine is eaten by way of slurp, but I was told on my last visit that in the near future they will be installing a couple of televisions (I would be happier with tunes as they're less distracting when it comes to dinner conversation, but oh well). Whatever, I still slurp. It's the only way to do it. So, I hate to cheat on Pho 95. I really do. The guilt: it's terrible. Pho 95 is the best pho place in a ten mile radius, without a doubt. But I like, nay, LOVE, having a good, reasonably priced place right in my neighborhood where I can mollify my regular and intense pho cravings. A girl's gotta take care of herself. read more