Impressive. I don't usually rate Vietnamese high as my standards are high in this space. I may be biased ;)
I ordered the Hu Tieu which as a chicken based soup is a natural alternate choice for those who want to go beyond the usual order of Pho. The Hu Tieu was done right, and even though there was a fair amount of noodles, they did not go to waste. I actually consumed the whole bowl, rarity here. The deep fried wontons dropped in the soup was a surprisingly tasty treat and the shredded chicken was properly portioned. The broth was memorable, which says a lot.
Well done Pho Nam. You made my day better, and it started out bitter, which is also a big achievement.
I have been to Pho Nam eight times now and I really like it. The food is made fresh, which is very important for salad rolls, and the dishes aren't the same boring copies of Vietnamese food from a dozen other restaurants. Tonight I tried the Satay Beef Vermicelli (50 on the menu) and it wasn't just beef done in a satay coating, it was beef with sautéed onions and peppers in a thick satay sauce. The warm and spicy element was great against the noodles and the cold lettuce, carrot and sprouts that go into a normal vermicelli dish. It's a good example of how familiar flavours can be changed around to make a typical vietnamese meal something more interesting. Certainly worth a visit for a quick meal still done well.
We were sad when the Greek place that used to be in this location closed down, but we have started visiting Pho Nam regularly for both eat-in and takeout and are generally happy with the place. The salad rolls and vermicelli (bun) are always very good. My one disappointing experience was when I ordered beef noodle soup (pho) - it was so greasy I could barely eat it. Our server noticed, and explained that usually they make the broth the day before and are able to skim the excess fat off once it's been refrigerated, but that I was eating broth made that day. The server brought me new broth (maybe they just stirred it better?) that was slightly less greasy. It wasn't inedible, but I wish I had ordered something else! Anyway, overall we've had great experiences, and service is incredibly fast. We will continue to visit, although I will likely avoid the pho.
I like the Pho here along with the Vietnamese subs. It's nice to have a great quality soup joint in the neighbourhood. I have eaten here 10 times now and the food is consistently great. Enjoy.
Charbroiled chicken and spring rolls vermicelli. I get this every time i come here its amazing
Their Pho Noodle Soup. The soup is tasty and not salty.
LOVED the bun here!! Very flavorful and fresh tasting. The staff were also very friendly. Will definitely be coming back here when I visit Calgary again!
Best Pho in Calgary. I've eaten here twice in 2 weeks and enjoyed both meals. The first time I had the stir-fry chicken curry. It was good, not too spicy with lots of flavor. The second time, I had to try the pho, since this is how I judge all pho places, obviously. Honestly, it was one of the best pho's I've had in a long time, maybe the best in Calgary. The soup had a nice deep flavour and the noodles and beef were nice and fresh. Some times I'll be eating pho, and either the soup will be a little bland, or the noodles slightly off, or the meet will give off a slightly displeasing odour. This meal had none of those, just good rich flavor. I'm looking forward to returning and trying their other dishes.
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