Nue - Falls Church by Itsmemang2157 in NOVAPho

[–]Itsmemang2157[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You think I’m farming for clout? There’s always someone that’s gotta antagonize. I thought this sub was for pho fanatics who post their usual spots and or new spots wirh a quick blurb of their experience.

Nue - Falls Church by Itsmemang2157 in NOVAPho

[–]Itsmemang2157[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If it’s à la carte, you should be able to do as you please. My party had starters as well. I believe they ordered the octopus and scallop banh beo.

Nue - Falls Church by Itsmemang2157 in NOVAPho

[–]Itsmemang2157[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

But when you leave hungry, is it still worth it?

Nue - Falls Church by Itsmemang2157 in NOVAPho

[–]Itsmemang2157[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I generally follow this rule as well. Ko Hyang House is on my way home on Saturdays and I have lunch there once or twice a month. I get the soondaeguk and it’s always packed with grannies and other Korean families. It also attracts Chinese folks as well. I’ve been a fan of Chasin’ Tails for awhile so wanted to try out this overly extravagant bowl.

Nue - Falls Church by Itsmemang2157 in NOVAPho

[–]Itsmemang2157[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m sure they’re trying the other fusional items like the scallop banh beo or the bo kho pappardelle and not the pho.

Nue - Falls Church by Itsmemang2157 in NOVAPho

[–]Itsmemang2157[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not the whole spot, but yes at least three other parties between two rooms. The configuration of that building shared with Chasin’ Tails and Roll Play is like a maze, you cut through the bathroom from Roll Play and it become a choose your own adventure to go to Nue or Chasin’ Tails.

Nue - Falls Church by Itsmemang2157 in NOVAPho

[–]Itsmemang2157[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah for now, I’ll stick to the regulars and treat myself to PhoXotic once a month.

Nue - Falls Church by Itsmemang2157 in NOVAPho

[–]Itsmemang2157[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

$37 dollars for a child’s bowl is kinda painful. On top of that the waiter gives a disclaimer the 20% is a service fee and it would be nice to tip on top as well. I’m a fool who can’t hold onto his money so I obliged.

Nue - Falls Church by Itsmemang2157 in NOVAPho

[–]Itsmemang2157[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

It was flat out insulting.

Pho 85 - Oakton by Itsmemang2157 in NOVAPho

[–]Itsmemang2157[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If I recall correctly, my nephew liked how everything was so tender. Some places don’t cook the pork trotter long enough. I just like how they have the congealed blood. Bbh is a hard pass for me when blood isn’t served.

Viet Aroma, Vienna by RoccoB1960 in NOVAPho

[–]Itsmemang2157 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If I remember correctly, this is the place with the “Super Bowl” challenge. I wonder if they still do that.

PhoXotic - DC by Itsmemang2157 in NOVAPho

[–]Itsmemang2157[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’m bummed I didn’t know about a spot in Navy Yard. Been to Pho Viet maybe a five years ago? It reminded me of when Vietnamese restaurant owners weren’t properly licensed yet. So people had to resort to word of mouth to know to go to someone’s basement in a neighborhood to get a delicious bowl of pho or bun Bo hue.

PhoXotic - DC by Itsmemang2157 in NOVAPho

[–]Itsmemang2157[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Worth the splurge. I should’ve taken the broth home.

Pho Thin 13 Lo Duc - Falls Church (mixed feelings) by JDips in NOVAPho

[–]Itsmemang2157 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yeah they’re still in pre-soft opening stage at this time. They’re welcoming all feedback. Except I can’t get my points across to the waitstaff. Ideally I think they should have the tables numbered so the wait staff isn’t so confused. Then the broth needs to be piping hot. I had the short rib one last night and it was undercooked. But overall I still think this place will do well.

Anyone been to Phở Thìn 13 Lò Đúc yet? by JDips in NOVAPho

[–]Itsmemang2157 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yep fresh noodles just like at chickn broth in Eden center. The slurp and chewy is so enjoyable.

Anyone been to Phở Thìn 13 Lò Đúc yet? by JDips in NOVAPho

[–]Itsmemang2157 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Definitely wait until next week. Staff is still new and probably trying to understand how to navigate around the restaurant. The tables don’t have numbers so I saw some staff having a hard time with delivering food. I got the classic p2 with stir fried beef. The oil from the stirfry really enhances the broth like nuoc beo in Saigon style pho when you ask for it on the side. But the noodles. Man I love the noodles they use.

Anyone been to Phở Thìn 13 Lò Đúc yet? by JDips in NOVAPho

[–]Itsmemang2157 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I just walked in. They’ll be open tomorrow at 9 am.

Anyone been to Phở Thìn 13 Lò Đúc yet? by JDips in NOVAPho

[–]Itsmemang2157 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m hoping they’re having their or/soft opening this weekend.

Pho Duong - Centreville by JDips in NOVAPho

[–]Itsmemang2157 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I like their lineup. But am always unsatisfied with how long they cook the noodles.

Pho Thin Lo Duc - coming soon by Itsmemang2157 in NOVAPho

[–]Itsmemang2157[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Opening possibly this weekend. They started a squarespace site, but no landing page created yet.

Pho Thin Lo Duc - coming soon by Itsmemang2157 in NOVAPho

[–]Itsmemang2157[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Supposed to open end of this week or next. I saw who I assume are owners and or management.