So, I guess this is my local ph\u00f4 place.\n\nI ate here once before, when they had first opened up, and felt it was just average. I decided to try it again as it is slightly closer to me than central Phoenix. What can I say? I had an itch that needed to be scratched.\n\nI ordered the house special ph\u00f4 and a caf\u00e9 sua da. The latter came all fancy, premixed in a tall glass. While I appreciate the effort, I'm really into the traditional little drippy cup you get at most places. It makes the drink more of a ritual, and better tasting too.\n\nOn to the ph\u00f4: I am not exaggerating when I say that this was the most aromatic (in a great way) ph\u00f4 i've ever had! There were definitely some extra spices at play: cardamon maybe, definitely extra anise, and probably extra cloves as well. As far as a big ol' delicious bowl of special ph\u00f4 goes, it was great. lots of tendon, not too heavy on the tripe, flavorful, piping hot broth, rare and well-done beef, meatballs, lots of noodles, fresh bean sprouts, cilantro, basil, jalapeno peppers, lime wedge, etc. Definitely not the best I've ever had, but definitely above average, tasty, and worth the short drive from Deer Valley. \n\nI'd reward them another star if they had more options, like lunch combos or something like that. For the price, there are other Vietnamese places in the Valley that give you more for your money, including flavor.\n\nI'll be back to try the sandwiches soon enough, and maybe the egg rolls as well.
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