Chicago Vietnamese Restaurants

[pfunk_49]

Anybody have any recommendations? I've had nominal success finding an acceptable Pho in the city, and would love to be blown away.

Thanks in advance!

Edited December 18, 2008 by pfunk_49 (log)

[Tsulli1]

Anybody have any recommendations?  I've had nominal success finding an acceptable Pho in the city, and would love to be blown away.

Thanks in advance!

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Never actually been, but I've heard good things about Tank Noodle.

[KD1191]

Bumping this thread, hoping others might have more suggestions.

I spent some time in Hanoi last year and adored the pho. Was craving some this weekend, so took a trip to Tank noodle. I left full but still craving. Any suggestions for place in Chicago for pho that's less about basil & bean sprouts and more about rich meaty goodness?

Edited January 28, 2010 by KD1191 (log)

[KendallCollege]

The best bowl of Pho that I've had in Chicago was at Le Colonial.

http://www.lecolonialchicago.com/

Cheers.

tw

[ianeccleston]

There are quite a few places on Argyle street. My fave is in the strip mall just south of Argyle. Flavorful broth, tender tendon, fatty brisket and al dente tripe. I think it's called "Le's Pho" (formerly "Pho Hoa").

http://tainammarket.com/otherStores.html

[Florida]

There are quite a few places on Argyle street. My fave is in the strip mall just south of Argyle. Flavorful broth, tender tendon, fatty brisket and al dente tripe. I think it's called "Le's Pho" (formerly "Pho Hoa").

http://tainammarket.com/otherStores.html

Le's is my favorite as well.

As an FYI, if you google the place it still comes up as "Pho Hoa." Ignore any of the internet reviews for Pho Hoa as the menu/ownership has changed entirely. Also, note that it is located in the shopping center - it is impossible to see from either Broadway or Argyle.

Personally, I think Tank (Pho Xe Tank) is pretty good, but I'd choose Le's over Tank if given the option. Pho 777 is passable, but it seems pointless to go here considering Tank is down the street and Le's is just around the corner.

[ianeccleston]

Am I wrong or was Tank closed a few times for health violations? I seem to recall seeing it closed with yellow notices on the doors 2-3 times over the last 2-3 years. I've avoided it since then because of that. (But liked the pho prior).

Ian

Edited February 18, 2010 by ianeccleston (log)

[KD1191]

Thanks for the suggestions, all. Does anyone know of a place in Chicago where you can get Bun Cha?

[Florida]

Am I wrong or was Tank closed a few times for health violations? I seem to recall seeing it closed with yellow notices on the doors 2-3 times over the last 2-3 years. I've avoided it since then because of that. (But liked the pho prior).

Ian

The city of Chicago's oh-so-helpful Health Inspection Report:

http://webapps.cityofchicago.org/healthinspection/inspectiondate.jsp?eid=1373022