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The Best Pho in St. John’s | Authentic Vietnamese Noodles

🍜 The Best Pho in St. John’s | Authentic Vietnamese Noodles 📍 The Vibe A small, family-run spot where: • Smell: Star anise + slow-simmered beef broth fills the air • Decor: Minimalist with Vietnamese street food posters • Owner: A Vietnamese chef who refuses to "Canadianize" the flavors Pro Tip: Sit at the counter to watch them hand-slice the beef 🍲 Why It’s the Best 1. Pho Tai (Rare Beef Pho - $14.99) 🍜 • Broth: 18-hour simmered with bone marrow + charred ginger • Noodles: Fresh rice noodles (not the dry, packaged kind) • Meat: Paper-thin raw beef that cooks in the broth Authenticity Test: • Sriracha on the table? ✅ • Hoison + Chili Paste? ✅ • Bean Sprouts + Basil? ✅ 2. Bun Cha Hanoi ($16.99) 🍖 • Grilled Pork: Caramelized edges + juicy center • Fish Sauce Dip: Perfect balance of sweet, salty, tangy • Vermicelli: Not overcooked (a rarity in St. John’s) 3. Vietnamese Iced Coffee ($5.50) ☕ • Strong + Sweet: Condensed milk + Robusta beans • Served With: Free refill of hot water (for a second brew) 📊 How It Compares Feature This Spot Other St. John’s Pho Broth Depth Rich, layered Watery, bland Meat Quality Fresh, thin-sliced Chewy, thick cuts Noodle Texture Soft but firm Mushy or rubbery Price 14-17 12-20 Winner: No contest – the only real deal in town 💡 Pro Tips 1. Best Time to Go: Weekday lunch – broth is freshest 2. Ask for "Extra Herbs": They’ll bring Thai basil + sawtooth herb 3. Leftovers: Take broth home for next-day noodles Next Visit Goals: • Banh Mi (weekends only) • Com Tam (broken rice dish) StJohnsEats #VietnameseFood #PhoLover #Newfoundland

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The Best Pho in St. John’s | Authentic Vietnamese Noodles

🍜 The Best Pho in St. John’s | Authentic Vietnamese Noodles 📍 The Vibe A small, family-run spot where: • Smell: Star anise + slow-simmered beef broth fills the air • Decor: Minimalist with Vietnamese street food posters • Owner: A Vietnamese chef who refuses to "Canadianize" the flavors Pro Tip: Sit at the counter to watch them hand-slice the beef 🍲 Why It’s the Best 1. Pho Tai (Rare Beef Pho - $14.99) 🍜 • Broth: 18-hour simmered with bone marrow + charred ginger • Noodles: Fresh rice noodles (not the dry, packaged kind) • Meat: Paper-thin raw beef that cooks in the broth Authenticity Test: • Sriracha on the table? ✅ • Hoison + Chili Paste? ✅ • Bean Sprouts + Basil? ✅ 2. Bun Cha Hanoi ($16.99) 🍖 • Grilled Pork: Caramelized edges + juicy center • Fish Sauce Dip: Perfect balance of sweet, salty, tangy • Vermicelli: Not overcooked (a rarity in St. John’s) 3. Vietnamese Iced Coffee ($5.50) ☕ • Strong + Sweet: Condensed milk + Robusta beans • Served With: Free refill of hot water (for a second brew) 📊 How It Compares Feature This Spot Other St. John’s Pho Broth Depth Rich, layered Watery, bland Meat Quality Fresh, thin-sliced Chewy, thick cuts Noodle Texture Soft but firm Mushy or rubbery Price 14-17 12-20 Winner: No contest – the only real deal in town 💡 Pro Tips 1. Best Time to Go: Weekday lunch – broth is freshest 2. Ask for "Extra Herbs": They’ll bring Thai basil + sawtooth herb 3. Leftovers: Take broth home for next-day noodles Next Visit Goals: • Banh Mi (weekends only) • Com Tam (broken rice dish) StJohnsEats #VietnameseFood #PhoLover #Newfoundland

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