"My partner and I both ordered N13 (if I recall), beef pho. We were alarmed because upon first taste it was apparent chicken stock or powder was used, and the dish itself tasted nothing like pho. After a couple more bites it became clear that something was not right, as it tasted overwhelmingly of chicken powder or Costco chicken stock and like beef powder was added as an afterthought. It was also very oily, unlike any pho we ever had, and left us feeling heavy after a few bites.We decided to give this place a chance despite some negative reviews, and I myself am from California where there’s lots of good pho so I am familiar with what it tastes like… this is not it.We left about 20-25 minutes ago, and my partner feels sick like he used to after having maruchan instant chicken ramen in college which I believe confirms our theory some powder is being used. It certainly was not due to msg (if they use it), as we use it fairly frequently in our own cooking.We could only take a couple bites before we left, but the service is fine and the place is clean and has a nice casual atmosphere."
