Old Saigon Pho Restaurant

10/14/09

Wanna feel good when you walk out? Walk In!

by Jingles at Citysearch

Simple place for Simple Pleasures. Dave's the Owner ...I was thinking his wife was his daughter! [wink wink] Those are Great people that remember who their customers are. The place is clean and the Basil comes with every Bowl of Pho or simply ask for it. Fresh Jalapenos with the generous sprigs of Basil. Spring Roll is good too. I've tried to pay for the Tea and was told no one pays for tea there. That's so heart warming it almost puts a tear in my eye and then they exclaim their pride in their Vietnamese Tea. As well they should. Everything I have eaten there tastes so good and when I leave no one can remember what I ordered so I'm left to the Honor system. I couldn't ask for a better restaurant.

I must admit I avoided the place driving past thinking "what a dive". Then the first time I went in, there was hardly a place to sit but soon there was. Can't recommend it enough. You've been told. Once you experience that you'll want more. My coworkers and I cannot say enough good things about the place! We feel so good inside everytime we leave there it makes for a pleasant day thereafter!

• Pros: Best People in the industry found here
• Cons: Low overhead but I think anything ele would get in the way!

02/06/06

A hidden gem in Tukwila

by zowekitty at Citysearch

You would only know of this place if you worked near by or if you were lucky enough for someone to bring you here. Great food, great service, and affordable prices, what more could you want?! The food is excellant, better than any Vietnamese restaurant I've ever been to. The food is fresh, and the broths for the pho is made from scratch; savory and spiced perfectly. Their grilled lime/chili marinated prawns are mouthwatering, grilled skewered chicken is perfect, and their fresh spring rolls are just that, fresh and delicious. Not only is the food excellent, but the service is outstanding. The owners (husband and wife team)are so warm and sweet. Any time I special order something, they remember the next time without me having to say anything, which I think is quite amazing service. I wish this place wasn't so hidden so they would receive the recogniton they deserve.

• Pros: Food, Service, Prices