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Pho Nomenal

United States New York City of BinghamtonPho Nomenal

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So pleasantly surpised. I love a place that puts the Vietnamese names for each dish first on a menu instead of the translated name, and a place that has the courage to not even list what's in the bun bo hue. But I also dislike a place that nickels and dimes you, as some other reviews have pointed out. They'll give you a tiny lime wedge on your basil and beansprout tray, and if you love limes as much as I do, don't bother paying the 50 cents for their extra two tiny dried out wedges of lime -- just bring your own. And of course, there's a 3% credit card fee, just know that coming in. The bun bo hue was so close for me. The broth was hearty and satisfying, the beef was actually left tai, the cha lua tasted fresh, the pork was tender, and the tendon had a great spring to it. The downsides are that there's no huyet, the tendon has a strong peppercorn aftertaste, and the bun is pretty thin. The banh mi ga had a great flavor, but there was a pool of the sate oil at the bottom of the tray and it just completely soaked the baguette--all that oil just made the bread soggy. What I had today was so close to being exceptional but they fall just a little short. I'm definitely coming back to try some more items-- this place isn't perfect but I felt good about spending my lunch here! $16 - bun bo hue $.50 - extra lime $8 - banh mi $5 - Thai iced tea

Nat NgNat Ng

10

I had the chance to visit various Vietnamese restaurants before, but during our recent adventure in Watertown, New York, we stumbled upon this delightful eatery for our midday meal, and we were genuinely amazed by our experience there. This particular dining establishment offers a diverse array of dishes featuring flavorful meat broths and unique add-on options that I had not encountered elsewhere. The portions and accompaniments on our plates were more than satisfactory, and the prices were quite reasonable. We decided to savor their vegetable summer rolls and tofu pho accompanied by extra eggs in meat broth on the side which made pho taste more creamy. Additionally, the presentation included a delectable spicy chili paste, perfectly balanced in its spiciness and heat level. I must also mention the delightful peanut sauce that accompanied the summer rolls. The overall atmosphere of the restaurant was inviting. If you appreciate Vietnamese cuisine and beverages, this spot is an excellent choice for a leisurely brunch. While we didn't sample any cocktails from their impressive bar, the freshly prepared food was truly delightful, serving generous portions. I thoroughly enjoyed the excellent service, decent fare, and, notably, the exceptional chili paste at this establishment.

Mr PatellaMr Patella

00

Food was good, but the spoons they used, the cups they served the drinks in, were very bad quality. The prices of the food were very expensive, you would think they would have money to get better cups. I found a bug in my food and that wasn't very appetizing anymore, although It did taste good until I found the bug. I picked it out and set it aside, I have a photo showing the bug. I got disgusted so I didn't really eat much afterwards. Took a long time to get my check and then we paid in cash, and it took about 5 minutes to get my change. A little upsetting I'll be honest... Waiter checked on us a good amount of times so service was decent. I never told them about the bug to not make a fuss. The chili sauce that was on the tables had the texture of old sauce on top, therefore my family scooped the sauce from the bottom. We ordered 3 bowls of Pho, and got 2 plates of bean sprouts, which, for my family was more than enough but wouldn't it make sense to give 3 plates for 3 bowls... there was music in the background and the place is pretty quiet. I would go again and recommend the place, its not too dirty but just because of the bug I have decided to never come here again.

Arunne DonArunne Don

10

I used to come to this place years ago in college when it was Phuong nam. This is my first time coming to their new location and wow!! What an upgrade! The facilities are really attractive and have a great modern vibe. (a little hard to find cause it's not highly visible from the road. It's back a little around the corner of the Hawley st apartments, more on state st). The bathroom was very clean and smelled amazing. The staff were very friendly. The food was just as good as it used to be. We got vegetarian summer rolls, pho, and banh mi. Very excited to see they're offering banh mi now!!! I highly recommend it

Anthea CavallaroAnthea Cavallaro

30

Pho Nomenal was phenomenal! This was my first experience eating Vietnamese cuisine and it was absolutely awesome. We had the wings and spring rolls as appetizers. Then I had pho with flank steak and ribeye and my lady had pho with shrimp. The depth of flavor, the richness and the freshness of all the ingredients make for a truly amazing experience. We thoroughly enjoyed it. And the service was outstanding as well. Highly recommend. Btw, mix the hoisin sauce and sriracha and add to the pho. Or dip the wings. Fantastic combo!

Chris KaczorChris Kaczor

20

Pho Nomenal is a go to spot for pre-weekend gatherings with friends over lunch and a post-weekend must for hangover cures for their infamous steamy bowl of pho. The interior boasts a rustic and industrial design. The delectable pho is a must try with its variation in savory and rich broth. Their menu also serves a variety of Vietnamese signature dishes you can’t find in this little town. You’ll also be over the moon because now they’re serving alcoholic beverages! Seriously a hidden gem!

Diana NguyenDiana Nguyen

20

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